Chapters 22-24 Summary

On the Paraguay River, Nate and Jevy were again floating unobstructed. They discussed the amazing array of flora and fauna. Nate had little appreciation for it, especially the alligators, but he was happy to use this time as a rehabilitation away from his addictions. Jevy steered the boat to a trading post along the river's edge. As they approached, Jevy mentioned that he sometimes shared a beer with the owner, Fernando. Nate felt the familiar pull of his alcohol addiction. As he was daydreaming about a cold beer Jevy realized his mistake and announced that he felt they shouldn't partake. Although Nate knew he was right, Nate had fleeting thoughts about ordering Jevy, whom he had hired and was paying a good rate, to bring any available alcohol aboard. It required all of Nate's self-control to remain aboard, huddled in the...