When it comes to the American Dream, John Steinbeck always appreciated that in reality it was no more than an illusion ...

Lennie then threatens to leave George and live in a cave. George is sorry and tells him to stay. Before sleeping, George describes their dream to Lennie; they want to buy their own small farm ...

At the start of Chapter Three, Slim and George talk about a puppy that Slim will give Lennie. George then opens up to Slim about his friendship with Lennie, explaining that they grew up together ...