Summary

Chapter 25

Pasha starts to visit some of the other families in the neighborhood. He is angry that so many of them are praising God for his recovery and Ahemd’s return, but he wants to be polite and doesn’t disagree with them in their homes. Pasha learns that Ahmed and Faheemeh are engaged, which he is overjoyed to hear. Pasha finally gets the chance to see Zari’s family along with Ahmed. Both sides shed tears over Zari. Zari’s mother thanks Pasha for always taking care of Zari. Her father tells Pasha that they plan on moving sometime soon, on suggestion of the SAVAK. Pasha tries to tell them not to move, and adds that the neighborhood will never forget her or the Doctor.

Chapter 26

Pasha’s family shows up to celebrate his release. At first, Pasha is unhappy with the...