unquestioned-axioms

Chapter 1 introduces Andrew Reale, a young man driven by the unquestioned axiom that wealth leads to happiness, who becomes captivated by a mysterious young woman on a train. Their silent interaction culminates in an invitation to breakfast, marking the start of a pivotal moment that will alter Andrew's life and career. The chapter also contrasts Andrew's infatuation with his steady love for his fiancée, Honey, while hinting at the unpredictability of fate and the inscrutability of the young woman's thoughts.