Fal Dara keep is in turmoil after an attempt on the life of The Amyrlin Seat, Siuan Sanche. Agelmar Jagad, Lord of Fal Dara immediately conducts a search for the bowman, but is, thus far, unsuccessful. The Amyrlin Seat insists on leaving for Tar Valon immediately, despite concerns from Lord Agelmar. Amid much fanfare, The Amyrlin Seat, Egwene al'Vere, Nynaeve al'Meara, and the Aes Sedai, accompanied by Shienarian soldiers, leave Fal Dara, heading west. During the march, Egwene and Nynaeve are visited in their tents by several Aes Sedai, who give