# VII explained — Gullible’s Travels

> Chapter companion for Gullible’s Travels by Ring Lardner.

## What happens

The narrator and the Missus return to Chicago after their disappointing trip, reflecting on the lessons learned and the money spent. The Missus is optimistic about recouping their losses through a rummy game with the Hatches.

## Themes in this chapter

### Money and Financial Strain

The narrator calculates the trip's cost at nearly seven hundred dollars, highlighting financial concerns.

### Disillusionment with Glamour

The trip's glamour has worn off, and the narrator questions if leaving was worth it.

## Character check-ins

### Unknown Narrator

Reflects on the cost of the trip and the lesson learned.

### The Missus

Expresses joy at being home and plans to win back money in a rummy game.

## Key lines

> Lord! Ain't it grand to be home!

The Missus exclaims how wonderful it is to be back home.

_Expresses relief and happiness at returning._

> the tuition wasn't only a matter o' close to seven hundred bucks!

The trip cost us nearly seven hundred dollars, which was a hefty price for the lesson.

_Highlights the financial cost of the experience._

> We'll win it in the rummy game with the Hatches.

The Missus plans to recover the money by winning at a card game with the Hatches.

_Shows her optimism and competitive spirit._

## Links

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