Avram Welch, in conversation with Holly, mentions his knee replacement surgery on August 31st, 2015, which coincides with the disappearance of Cary after Avram last saw him at a bowling alley.
Welch reminisces about his late wife, Mary, who passed away due to lung cancer despite never smoking, a fact which Holly finds somewhat comforting due to her own smoking habit.
Avram and others in their bowling group enjoyed marijuana, except for Rodney, known as Roddy or "Small Ball," who never partook despite not objecting to others' use.
Members of the group claimed that marijuana improved their bowling performance, especially one called "Hughie the Clip."
By the end of her visit, Holly has only confirmed that Welch, like the others in his circle, is friendly and likable, making him a less likely suspect as the Red Bank Predator.
Barbara receives a call from her brother Jerome, who shares that he's spending the weekend in Montauk with his agent.
Despite her initial suspicions, Barbara is reassured that Jerome's trip is professional rather than personal.
Barbara opens up about her poetic aspirations and the surprise over being in the running for the Penley Prize, to which Jerome responds with overwhelming excitement and support.
Jerome updates Barbara on the potential serial killer case that Holly might have accidentally uncovered, connected to Red Bank Avenue and Deerfield Park.
Jerome has a revelation about the case and shares this with Barbara, who is eager now to pay full attention.
Barbara is tasked with sending Jerome a folder of photos from their father's study, which might be used for promotion if Jerome goes on a book tour.
The chapter concludes with a warm exchange of love and happiness between Barbara and her brother, followed by Barbara feeling an intense surge of joy and contentment.