Part 2, pages 84-118 Summary

The Zillers receive a cryptic letter from Plucky Purcell, alluding to "far out" circumstances. Though concerned, they are glad to hear from him. The next day they get another letter in the mail from Purcell. It seems that Plucky, having assumed the identity of a dead monk he stumbled upon in the woods, has unwittingly infiltrated the Society of the Felicitator, a secret Catholic organization of monk assassins. Plucky Purcell is now "Brother Dallas" who, as luck would have it, was a martial arts instructor.

Meanwhile, the zoo and hot dog restaurant is shaping up. The bun steamer arrives. After tinkering with the device for some time, with Amanda waiting in the wings, John successfully creates two everything-on-it hot dogs with buns of velvety softness. Husband and wife discuss Plucky's predicament. John figures there's nothing they can do, but...