Joe Hayes
Chapter 21 - DEAN
Joe Hayes
Greets Dean with immediate hostility and questions his familiarity with Allie’s nickname before interrogating him about his hockey statistics and law school prospects. Reveals a past as a Boston College Frozen Four champion and a professional scout, then drops a turkey platter due to physical tremors while accusing Dean of being an entitled rich kid who would abandon Allie if her life becomes difficult.
Chapter 29 - ALLIE
Joe Hayes
Reads a hockey physics book while waiting for his daughter, then delivers a harsh warning about the fragility of her relationship with Dean based on his own marital struggles and Dean's sheltered upbringing. Celebrates Christmas Eve with her, giving her cash and watching a film to mark the occasion.