When a mortal woman publicly claims she knows Serpent Lord Xavier, island residents erupt, accusing her of blasphemy and threatening violence. Tubbs and companions debate her claim: they've lived on the island 400 years and never seen her, so suspicion grows that she's playing them. They decide they must act fast, before matters become more complicated. The woman insists she truly knows Xavier and warns, "I really know Serpent Lord Xavier. You'll regret it." Her declaration forces an immediate, risky response and leaves the outcome unresolved.