Summary

Chapter 33

Told from Richard's point of view, the reader sees Odenigbo, Olanna, Kainene, and Richard sharing a small meal together. Richard tells them all that the white mans' mission to capture Africa has been realized through racism. He notes that the Biafran flag was lying in the mud in the square. Kainene suggests that the only way to get food is to cross enemy lines, now. She was thinking of trying to go the next day. Odenigbo says that it is too dangerous, but she argues that many people she knows have made it there and back just fine.

The next morning Kainene sets off to cross the lines. She kisses Richard and goes quickly. Richard goes to work but by the time he returns home, Kainene still hasn't returned. He is worried and shares his concern with Olanna who dismisses...