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Study Guide

A Hologram for the King Chapter 30

By Dave Eggers

Chapter 30

Alan talks to Dr. Hakem after the surgery. He's both relieved and perplexed that the cyst was totally benign. So what excuse did he have for his stupid behavior?
Alan prolongs the convo with Dr. H. He yammers on about how much he admires her for being a professional woman in such a restrictive environment.
By the end of their awkward chat, it seems that they dig each other. She gives Alan her business card—and writes her personal number on it.