The narrator feels the need to apologize to Jo for something previously said and hopes for forgiveness without confrontation.
When Jo and Cam return, the narrator apologizes to Jo who brushes it off as being said in shock and suggests moving on.
The narrator describes an ongoing awkwardness between Jo and themselves, resulting in limited interaction and avoidance.
The narrator attends a traditional Ghanaian libation ceremony for their deceased father, detailing the rituals and personal memories evoked.
There are fragile reunions with relatives and a recognition of different forms of grief within the family, especially in Uncle Freddie.
The ceremony leads to a discussion of funeral finances, revealing difficulties due to lost funds in Ghana.
Uncle Kojo, a distant relative, expresses condolences, prompting the narrator to ponder the significance of familial titles.
Dawoud, the father’s former caretaker, arrives and shares fond memories of conversations with the narrator’s father, sparking new revelations and regrets for the narrator.
Dawoud’s recollections reveal the father’s pride and love for the narrator, contrary to the narrator's belief of emotional distance.