After waking up before dawn she finds Theodrin Dabei and Faolain Orande in her study tent. They report that no one saw a man around Marigan's tent although some did notice Halima was around. Faolain and Theodrin explain that they are unhappy that most Aes Sedai do not properly support Egwene as their Amyrlin Seat. They swear an oath to serve Egwene.