In this chapter, we are introduced to a young man named Seth, who has just graduated from college. He is now a student at an elementary school in the city of Oakland, Illinois, and he is eager to begin his studies there. He asks Seth if he would like to study in the same school as him when he was younger. Seth says he would love to do so, but the school facilities are not as good as they used to be, and the security is not as great. Seth tells Seth that he already has a degree in philosophy, but he wants to try his hand at medicine or a post-doctorate career. Seth asks if clara has a "phod" , which is a term for a woman who is pregnant. He tells Seth to talk to her when he has time, because women "possess strong maternal instincts" when they are pregnant, and they will fight any man who tries to harm their child. Seth thanks his parents for their help in getting rid of the "demolition" problem, and Seth says that he would not have done much if it weren't for their thanks. Seth then