Summary

In Chapter 6, after Veronica's memorial, Alison went home to visit her father. She told him about Veronica even though he was uncomfortable with hearing about her lifestyle. They listened to the music from Rigoletto, Veronica's favorite, and Alison's father endured her talking about Veronica. Alison said that it was horrible for anyone to get AIDS, but it seemed especially so for Veronica who always tried to be proper and dignified. Alison wondered about Duncan and how he could have said he loved Veronica when he was so careless with his life and hers.

Alison returned to Los Angeles the next day. She asked John to drive her to a job. On the way, they were involved in a car accident. When Alison woke in the hospital, she wanted to know if her face was okay. Alison suffered a broken wrist, a torn rotor cuff...