How we cite our quotes: (Chapter.Paragraph)
Quote #10
"I'll get a divorce if it's the last thing I do," he swore. "As for Dad—As for Dad—I'll have to sell the car for junk and pay the hotel. I'll have to go on my knees to Olive and say, 'Stand by me a while. Don't let her win. Olive!'" And he thought, I'll try to start again with Olive. In fact, I must. Olive loves me. Olive— (7.90)
Here comes that theme again: Wilhelm's desire to make a new start. What's your take, Shmoopers? Is this the one consistent dream that Wilhelm holds onto throughout his life?