Part Two - In the City, Chapter Twelve Summary

Karim decides that Changez will be the basis of his next character. Changez likes the idea initially, but after an argument Karim about Jamila he tells Karim not to do it. This causes Karim a moral dilemma since he doesn't want to betray his friend again, but he needs something to take to Pyke. He goes to Eleanor and finds her in a deep depression. He stays with her to comfort her and they finally have sex. This leads Karim and Eleanor into a passionate sexual relationship and Karim falls deeply in love with her, with all the fear and paranoia that brings. He feels inferior at work and in his relationship and is worried he is not good enough for either.

Karim presents his "Changez" character to the...