Chapter 9 Summary

Oliver and Jenny travel to Cranston, Rhode Island to meet Phil, Jenny's father. Now, Oliver is the one who is nervous, most especially because not only does he not have the means to support his soon-to-be wife, but also Jenny and Oliver have made the decision that Jenny will support them while Oliver attends law school. Oliver is afraid Phil will not like this choice.

When they arrive on the street where Jenny lives, Jenny steps out of the car and is greeted by many of her neighbors. These neighbors seem to know Jenny well and know who Oliver is, as well. This makes Oliver even more nervous. However, when he meets Phil at the door, Oliver finds the man to be kind and polite, if boisterous. There is clearly a lot of love between father and daughter, a fact Oliver watches with...