Finally back on the right path, Chub seeks out The Bone, wanting to move in with her so they both can write and support each other, but upon telling his story, The Bone unconsciously lets slip a detail linking her with Sandy's murder. Chub, terrified, can only repeat to himself that this is excellent material. He just has to live long enough to know how to use it.
The story revolves around Chub's pursuit of writing and support from The Bone. However, an accidental disclosure about her past reveals a link to Sandy's murder, creating a significant turning point in the narrative. Chub is now faced with the challenge of understanding how to utilize this information for her creative endeavors.