Lucia confronts Jynna, accusing her of blinding herself, using sorcery, and trying to win His Majesty's favor. The argument escalates into physical threats—Lucia warns she will burn Jynna with a hot iron—until shouts and attempts to stop the violence. An earthquake suddenly shakes the compound, halting the assault. Those present fear the long-dormant tremor signals danger to the Great Elder. The fight is left unresolved as Mother orders Liam to take the guards to check on the Great Elder. Liam rushes out, leaving both Jynna's fate and the Great Elder's condition uncertain.