Summary

In “The Ring,” Sonny expresses unhappiness over Arthur just showing up at the college unannounced. Sonny denies knowing a Sylvie Bourdin, and expresses only minimal interest in hearing about Miriam. Sonny says the paint palette charm should be thrown away, as it is a part of her history she does not care to remember. At Arthur’s coaxing, Sonny admits to being very good friends with Miriam a long time ago, realizing Arthur has no idea about the past. She admits to creating the palette for Miriam. Sonny explains she and Miriam had been friends since childhood, but then after Miriam had traveled around, she came home and set her sights on Sonny’s younger brother, Martin. She explains that within a few months, Miriam and Martin were engaged, and Martin was seeking to buy a diamond ring. Sonny says that...