When Wilson said they intended to stay, Bill was naturally overjoyed. He immediately launched into an enthusiastic conversation with Ray, recounting everything—from his life after graduation to everything that had happened since the disaster.

He was still the same chatterbox as ever. He spoke of how he had successfully started a business after graduating, becoming a small-time boss, and even marrying a rich, beautiful woman. Only then did Ray realize—Bill hadn't won her over with smooth talk; h