Black Timeline and Summary
MoreBlack Timeline and Summary
- Black brings White back to his apartment.
- He attempts to explain his religious views to White, after White asks him if he really believes Jesus is in the room.
- Black gets into a long discussion with White about the nature of existence, God, books, and culture. He tries to convince White not to commit suicide, to put him in the "trick bag."
- Black keeps trying to get White to stay—he makes dinner for him, which they both eat and enjoy.
- However, after dinner, while the debate continues, Black gradually runs out of options and arguments.
- White finally and definitely states his wholehearted longing for death and convinces Black to let him leave.
- Black breaks down crying, promising to try to save White again, and reaffirming his commitment to God's will.