Tony
lies in bed with pneumonia. In town, Narciso's death is ruled an
accident or suicide. Tony keeps Andrew's secret about being seen at
Rosie's house. A few days after Christmas, Le�n and Eugene return
from Las Vegas. They have been in a car wreck but are unharmed. They
only stay for a few days. When they leave they take Andrew with them and
head for Santa Fe.
Analysis
The
sub-theme of generational conflict returns. Gabriel's sons have their
own destinies to pursue and care nothing for his dreams. The departure
of Andrew, who had tried to stay loyal to the family and remain at home,
shows how hard it is for the young to resist the call to adventure.
