The chapter opens with a discussion of a divorce agreement between Mr. Long and his wife, Madame Long. Madame Long wants her husband to sign the document, but he refuses to do so, saying that the agreement is too vague. The agreement states that Madame Long will not interfere with her husband's freedom during the period of the marriage, and that she will receive a one hundred thousand dollar payment when the marriage is over. The chapter ends with Madame Long's mother scolding Madame Long for not having a proper conference with her daughter-in-law.