The Assistant Chapter 3, Section 5 Summary

  • After closing the shop, Frank is restless, and he's just overheard Helen mention she'll be taking a shower.
  • He goes into the cellar, and after a momentary struggle, squeezes himself into an airshaft. This can't be leading to anything good.
  • He climbs to right below the window of Helen's bathroom.
  • When the light of the bathroom turns on, he lifts himself up and watches Helen undress.
  • She seems to see him looking, but then gets into the shower.
  • Frank descends, silently.
  • He expects to feel remorse, but experiences joy instead. Ladies and gentlemen, we have a bona fide creeper on our hands.