Part 4, Chapter 1 Summary

Mick goes to see Peter at Popeye's to ask him about Dianabol, called D-Bol or steroids. For twenty dollars more a month, Peter can hook Mick up with steroids, but he cautions Mick to limit his use and how long he uses it for. He also tells Mick that there could be side effects, such as growing breasts. But if these changes occur, he tells Mick to stop taking the steroids, and to take other pills which will clean out his system. Once Mick's system is cleaned out, he can go back on the steroids. He also warns Mick that he might have emotional consequences, such as anger or severe depression. He tells Mick to take four pills a day, and changes should begin in four or five days.

Part 4, Chapter 1 Analysis

Despite the consequences of steroids, Mick decides to start...