Part 2, Chapter 15 Summary

Singer is planning another trip to see Spiro. It has been six months since his last visit and he is filled with anticipation. He has prepared in his usual careful way. His bags are packed, and he has purchased gifts and special fruits to take to his friend.

When Singer's travel day arrives, he can neither see the scenery outside his train window, nor sleep. He even finds that his excitement makes it hard to breathe at times. It is as if his big Greek friend has blocked out his vision and his air. He projects that the visit will be successful. He hopes that Spiro will like his gifts and they can go to dinner at a nice restaurant.

There was nothing that could have prepared Singer for his discovery at the insane asylum. Spiro was dead. Because he is...