EWH: Chapter 6
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Ek Was Hier Chapter 6 Summary
What happened, in 50 words:
Chapter 6: Milan's father, Mareck, makes an unanticipated visit to Frankie's home. He reveals Milan's accident and consequent retrograde amnesia to Frankie and her parents, casting a grave atmosphere. Frankie battles internal turmoil over possibly being forgotten by Milan, but outwardly stays composed. The news encumbering her artistic sketching session.
Full summary
Chapter 6: At twenty-eight past eight, the doorbell rings and Mr. K's voice sounds over the intercom; it's Mareck Kucharzik, Milan's father. His unexpected appearance sends a string of ants marching down Frankie's back. Requesting entry, he asks if it's an inconvenient time, easing his way in after Frankie's murmur of denial. Frankie's parents enter, exchanging pleasantries— names, apologies for their meeting circumstances, small talk, until the ice breaks. Meanwhile, Frankie restless and flustered, migrates restlessly from one chair to another while awaiting her father's arrival. Mr. K reveals to them, in hushed tones, details of Milan's accident, adding weight to the room's atmosphere.
Addressing Frankie, Mr. K mentions that he visited Dr. Keyter, a neurologist, who explained that Milan's memory loss is retrograde amnesia— he may begin to recall things soon or may completely lose certain memories. Frankie reacts with outward calm but internally, the thought of evaporating from Milan's life, of their shared experiences disappearing from his memory, is shattering. Mr. K attempts to console her, suggesting that the amnesia may not be permanent, and gives her a box of Belgian chocolate from his cat as a thank you.
When alone, music brings Frankie solace. She doodles in her sketchbook, envisioning herself and Milan as comic strip characters. She tries to keep her equilibrium amidst the chaos, silently worrying about Milan's forgotten memories.