The second part focuses on human relationships and social circumstances, blending hope, despair, and wit into its narratives. Friends in San Rosario explores the complexities of friendship and betrayal. The Fourth in Salvador and The Emancipation of Billy depict the quest for personal freedom amidst societal constraints. Whistling Dick's Christmas Stocking conveys warmth and hope through a simple yet meaningful gift, while The Lonesome Road reflects on the profound discoveries made during a solitary journey. Each story captures a wide array of social contexts, richly portraying human nature and the ironies of life.

XII. Friends in San Rosario
XIII. The Fourth in Salvador
XIV. The Emancipation of Billy
XV. The Enchanted Kiss
XVI. A Departmental Case
XVII. The Renaissance at Charleroi
XVIII. On Behalf of the Management
XIX. Whistling Dick's Christmas Stocking
XX. The Halberdier of the Little Rheinschloss
XXI. Two Renegades
XXII. The Lonesome Road