Summary

Chapter 59 shifts back to the perspective of Trudy’s adult life in Minneapolis. It is a beautiful spring morning. Trudy is in Thomas’ van, driving to an interview in a neighboring town. She has not held an interview since Rainer’s departure and has lost the motivation to carry on the project.

During their drive, Thomas tells Trudy that he is sorry about Rainer. He tells her that he lost his wife this time of year in a car crash. Trudy appreciates his sentiment but is disturbed that he knew about Rainer.

The two arrive at their destination to find that that the subject of their interview resides in a huge, obviously expensive home. Trudy recalls that he was very vague when asked about his occupation.

Trudy and Thomas enter the home and meet the subject of their interview, Mr. Pfeffer. Mr. Pfeffer...