Chapter 9. A Meeting of the Inner Council – We learn more about Char. In Danda-lay, Corry is unsettled by the sight of the centaur king. Chapter 10. Furs and Filinians – Corry learns more about the cubs. He buys a cap with markings that may sound familiar to the listener. Chapter 11. Salt and a Book – Corry sees a book with a picture of Gabalon, recently discovered in a hidden room of Danda-lay’s library. Laylan sees it, too, and has a flash of insight.