Summary

Chapter 9: "A Face Without Pain or Fear or Guilt"

Francisco tries to convince Dagny to quit, but she cannot give up the railroad. Suddenly, Hank comes into the room. Hank discovers that Dagny is the one woman Francisco has ever loved and slaps him. When Francisco does not strike back, Hank realizes how much Francisco loves him.

Dagny receives a letter from Quentin Daniels, who is resigning. He says he will still work on the motor, but will not accept money for his work to keep the looters from using it. Dagny calls and makes him promise to wait for her to come and see him. She calls Eddie and tells him to hold the Comet for her so she can go west to look into the tunnel disaster and find Quentin.

Eddie comes to Dagny's apartment to get instructions while she packs. While...