"No," Sura answered Sean. "I currently reside in Dinsed, and you are here to visit me. Therefore, I am the host, whereas you are the guest. I would be happy to show you and your family around the city, the center of culture in the world." Some of his cheer has returned to him.

Jacquelyn searched in the wagon she shared with Noreene, but couldn't find her anywhere. Then as she was exiting, she saw a dark-skinned man leave uncle's wagon.