Chapters 9-10 Summary

Jack is best man at Burr and Tiny Fran's wedding. There is no preacher because of the nature of the wedding, and Burr's parents refuse to attend as well. Jack believes rather than refusing to attend because of Tiny Fran's pregnancy, Burr's parents refuse to attend because Burr is now a property owner. Burr's father has always wanted respect and to own his own land, so Jack believes he is jealous of Burr's good fortune and this is why he boycotts his own son's wedding.

Back in the present, Ruby thinks about her life and is happy with what she sees. Ruby loves her home and her husband. Her only sadness is that she was never able to have a child. However, Burr and Tiny Fran's daughter, June, has been like a daughter to her. June visits her frequently now, always...