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14. Hal Quits

Hal quits his job to become an artist; Francis suffers though a week of inventory work at Lucky Aide; and Malcolm begins to wonder about his own career future.

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Hal quits his job after a humiliating career day at Dewey's school, and spends his free time painting in the garage. He drives himself crazy adding more and more layers to the painting until it collapses onto him. Francis reluctantly works at the Lucky Aide over spring break, helping to take inventory. Malcolm questions his future after an aptitude test reveals that he could do any job he wants, leaving him without a clear path.

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