Synopsis

The chapter opens with the protagonist dealing with a ridiculous price negotiation that escalates quickly, followed by a humorous conversation where he and another character discuss their involvement in a blackmail scheme. Later, he grapples with his inability to sleep without a lullaby, revealing his continued reliance on familiar comforts. Finally, he is confronted with the immense task of building refugee apartments and the realization that his initial, ambitious plans are not feasible, forcing him to consider scaling down or sending refugees to other estates.