In a letter Willum told Rick he would do anything for him, so he is delighted when Rick unexpectedly shows up at his apartment. It soon becomes apparent that Rick is a hopeless “nerd,” a bumbling oaf with no social sense, little intelligence and less tact. Willum is finally at wits end after a string of hilarious disasters and is contemplating violence, which is staved off by the surprising “twist” end of the play.