challenges of fatherhood while also teaching at a college. We see his initial excitement upon the birth of his children, particularly his struggle with his son, János (referred to affectionately as "Buksi"), who demonstrates an unruly and obstinate nature. The narrative showcases the professor's reflections on parenting, pedagogy, and his relationships within his family and the academic world. A significant aspect of this portion of the text also highlights the contrasting characters of János and his younger brother Mátyás, as well as the introduction of Mari, a girl raised in the household who forms a complex relationship with the professor's family and with Béla, hinting at romantic tensions that may develop throughout the story. (This is an automatically generated summary.)