In this chapter, the protagonist explains his decision to give up his job at a coffee shop to concentrate on his writing. He feels that he needs to do more work to be more productive, and he resolves to quit his part-time job at the shop. He tells the reader that he has changed his mind because he is afraid that the protagonist will scold him if he does not follow him. The protagonist tells the audience that he is not afraid of the protagonist, and that the part in the coffee shop is interesting because it involves a lot of people speaking loudly. He tries to tell the audience not to stare at him, but the protagonist is afraid of what he will say. He says that he will go back to the restaurant and continue his writing, and the protagonist agrees to drive him back. He praises the protagonist for his progress in his story, and tells the protagonist that the ribs in the restaurant are "super delicious." The protagonist is glad to hear that he likes the ribs, and says that it is good that he can give up writing so easily. He explains that he was not sure that he would be able to focus on writing after all, but he thinks that someone like him may lead a "smooth and fulfilling life," but does not deserve to be praised for his accomplishments. He asks the protagonist if he can kiss her now, and she says that she needs to ask him in advance