Chapter 20 Summary

Oliver drives quickly to Boston in order to see his father. Oliver is ushered into his father's office by Oliver III himself even though there are many people waiting in the waiting area. Oliver does not beat around the bush and simply asks for what he has come for, five thousand dollars. Oliver III gives it to him while asking why he needs it. Oliver does not feel that his father really wants to know why, he simply wants to speak to his son and prolong the visit. Oliver refuses to tell his father the truth and allows him to believe he got some girl in trouble. Oliver thanks his father before he leaves.

Chapter 20 Analysis

The theme of relationships between parents and children is clear in this chapter. Oliver wants money and goes to his father, because he knows no one else...