despite his many shortcomings , he 'd always been a loyal son . i wanted to go out on dates and walk across campus together . he was at my side in an instant , arm around my shoulders . chapter 17 : a purpose purpose in life is never fixed and straight , though we wish to know where we are going and if we are heading in a direction which will lead us to fulfill that promise . chapter ten the fuse burns it was the morning of the next day . 