The Fifth Veil (pgs. 170-204) Summary

Boomer's rise to prominence is detailed. Boomer's turkey, which Ellen Cherry is pleased has been sold because they needed money, was loved by art gallery owner Ultima Sommervel. He quickly became the darling of the city's art scene one that Ellen Cherry grew disappointed in because of its shallowness. Soon Boomer is staying out late, and spending more of his time with New York City artists. One night, instead of sex, he wants to talk about art.

After they receive the check for the Airstream Turkey in the mail, Boomer and Ellen Cherry divvy up the money, with most of it going to Ultima and taxes. Boomer then decides to work on his "art," creating a trench coat with 500 pockets, with encoded messages in each pocket. Ultima loves it and gives him a one-man show...