Ellen's ex-fiancee, John Tobin—a tall, handsome egomaniac in suede and leather—arrives in Chicago to win Ellen back. The situation plays havoc with Howard's basic insecurities.

Bob becomes his patient's partner in a get-rich-quick real-estate venture.

Bob succumbs to the pressures of living in a big city and desperately seeks employment of a small rural college.

Bob is held hostage in his office by a friendly bank robber.