The universe is a liar.

You’re ten. You’re not going into any professor’s private collection.

(genuinely terrified): That’s just mean.

Suddenly, Mary appears behind her.

While Mary and George Sr. initially rekindle their romance, a major conflict arises when Mary suggests having another baby to fill the void left by her exclusion from the church. George accurately but bluntly identifies this as a "fix-it" baby, leading to a cold standoff. Critical Reception