Chapters 4 through 6 Summary

In chapter four, the screaming comes to an abrupt end. The woman says that her flashlight doubles as a gun and asks if Trey is "one of them," referring to the Population Police. Trey is confused and the woman then assumes that he must be a looter. Trey says he's a friend of Mr. Talbot and the woman reveals that she's Mrs. Talbot, George Talbot's wife. Trey says he's been at the Grants' home and the woman seems relieved, saying she's glad they've sent someone to help her. Trey begins to tell her that the Grants are dead but doesn't want to break the news so harshly. He finally tells her he wants to help her but doesn't know what to do. She asks if the Grants had given him any instructions. He then tells her the Grants are dead. Trey...