- Jack asks his German teacher to add a half hour to each of their lessons. He has a conference coming up and will be expected to make some remarks in German.
- Back at home, Heinrich starts spouting all his conspiracy theories about government cover-ups and Nyodene D. He also talks about the real consequences of being exposed to the toxic stuff. Jack still hasn't told his family about his conversation with the man from SIMUVAC.
- The family soon descends back into one of their discussions about facts they aren't really sure of, like what logarithms are.