In this chapter, the gang discusses the dangers of living in New York City. First, they talk about how the city is like a "city for the forgotten." It's full of people who are welcome, but there's nothing real about it. They need to figure out a way to keep the city safe. They tell the kids that they should pick up a library card and be on the lookout for an increase in the police presence on the streets this weekend. They're worried that the mayor of the city, Doane, will say no to a wealthy businessman. Doane is the son of the mayor's father, and he's worried that Doane's presence will put everyone in danger. He's also worried about the fact that the city doesn't pay him enough to keep an eye on it. He tells the gang that he deserves a raise, and they all agree that they need to get some weapons for the upcoming weekend.