Agents seize a man by drugging him with sleeping powder, but a search reveals he is not Sam Culver’s son — he’s a woman posing as Zach’s double. Officers debate killing the captive and worry whether Zach’s celebrated border victories were actually hers. Meanwhile Mr. Culver and Prince Hudson are reported safe to the court, and the emperor and empress dowager are briefed on General Holt’s alleged desertion. Officials vow punishment for Julius Holt. The key turn—Zach’s identity and the origin of his deeds—casts doubt over who will be blamed next.