A delivery of meat and grain confirms a prior deal and prompts Finn to invite two women—Giselle Streep and her half-sister Jennie Stone, from Hareton—to share a meal. Giselle reveals their father was the commander defeated by Commander Corwin and their family was executed, leaving the sisters alone. Finn admits he's always been an orphan and illiterate; the sisters offer to teach him to read and write. They eat together and Finn declares, "we're family." Jennie, however, warns "he's luring us in," leaving trust unresolved and safety in doubt.