Chapters 11-12 Summary

In Chapter Eleven, the narrative returns to the present day, with Minke narrating in first-person again. He awakes the day after returning to Surabaya with a headache, which is the result of his worries over the death threats against him. He goes to Jean Marais' home, where he discusses his fears about Fatso, as well as his decision to stay at Wonokromo and immerse himself in the life of the Mellema's. Jean advises that it may be serious, or it may only be his imagination. While talking outside, Minke notices a Chinese person across the street, and decides to confront him. Jean and Mr. Telinga join him. Minke discovers it is Fatso, and the confrontation turns ugly, eventually ending when Mr. Telinga's temper gets the better of him and he tries to beat up Fatso. Fatso escapes, and the men part...