The second part gradually reveals the life choices and inner conflicts of John Baltazar, forcing Godfrey to confront the true legacy left behind by his father. Through memory and dialogue, he comes to see his father not as a distant genius but as a flawed human being shaped by love and struggle. His relationship with Marcelle also deepens, shifting from shared memories toward present commitment and understanding. The novel concludes by suggesting that identity is fulfilled not through fame or intellect, but through connection, responsibility, and acceptance.
