Chapter 10 Summary

Frank begins the long drive to the home of Vicki's father. On the way he stops at a small sports bar that was founded by a professional ball player. Frank speaks to the current owner and learns that the football player was murdered in the parking lot, leaving the bar to her, his second wife. Frank then continues on, arriving at the home of Vicki's father a half hour late. Vicki greets him at the door, but she is not as warm as he would have liked, causing Frank to fear she is unhappy with him. Frank is introduced to Lynette, Vicki's stepmother, and quickly learns that Vicki and Lynette do not get along together. Vicki and Frank sit on the couch to watch television, but Vicki is restless and claims to need to speak to Frank about their relationship. Instead, Frank suggests...