Summary

Eddie continued his search for Darlene. He approached some cops and asked them for help. They informed Eddie that there is a waiting period, and that they would start the investigation after the period had passed. One cop mentioned the possibility that Darlene left on her own accord, and Eddie misinterpreted this as leaving on her own “cord” (90). A frustrated Eddie left. Later, the police left a message on Mrs. Vernon’s answering machine stating that they had begun the investigation. Eddie did not return this call, as he thought it should be him who found Darlene. Eddie thought that Darlene may be dead or with her pimp, regardless of the fact that he was not sure that his mother sold her body on the street. Using a map, Eddie continued his search.

Eddie eventually ran into his landlord, Nacho Vasquez...