- Tom thinks over Mrs. Breen's prophecy for him, and he tells his mother that he has decided to quit school and get a job. He tells her his plan to improve their property and one day move Bert Breen's barn to their place.
- His mother says she can make enough to support them for now if Tom wants to continue on with school.
- Tom says that school isn't doing him any good for the time being. He's determined to start saving money in case an opportunity comes up that would let him buy the barn. So school is out.
- Kids, don't try this at home.