Chapters 18-26 Summary and Analysis

Chapter 18: Bach comments to Leslie that their relationship is one of inaction. Leslie thinks that he is joking but soon finds he is not. Bach explains that while many friends go skiing or dancing or some other energetic activity, they prefer to see a movie, talk, and play chess.

Leslie and Bach have a conversation about money. Bach is at a loss how to handle having so much money. Leslie tells him that money does strange things to people. This could be why Bach's search for a soulmate has been tainted. Women may see him for what he has, not what he is.

As Bach is getting ready to leave, he and Leslie share an intimate moment and for the first time, they kiss. As this is happening, Bach is taken with Leslie, yet at the same time, wonders...