Something Happened Chapter 9 Summary

Nobody knows what I've done

  • Nobody knows what Slocum has done to his son, but everybody is impressed with how bravely he has been able to move into Kagle's old job and go on with his life.
  • Slocum finally gets to make his three-minute speech at the convention. But nobody even remembers what it is about. Typical.
  • Slocum's routine has returned to its systematic precision, and he's even told his wife that he loves her. Aww.
  • Slocum's given his daughter a car of her own and announces he's now a proud member of a three-car family.
  • Slocum muses, finally, that he takes control in his new job, plays golf, and kindly ushers out Martha the typist when she finally goes crazy.
  • Everyone seems pleased with the way Slocum's taken command.
  • Slocum only misses his son every now and again.