Oblivious to the drama taking place in their wake, Ellis and Ffion make their way back to the Happy Fish teahouse unmolested, Ffion taking the time to explain everything Ellis missed. "And Ithel actually searched the apartment?" Ellis can hardly believe it. "Yep! It's in a proper state, you'll see. That's why I'm going to stay at the Bluebird tonight." "You're leaving tomorrow? It'll be strange without you." "They'll keep you too busy to notice!" Ffion says brightly. "I'll come and see you when I bring the book." "And after that?" Ellis isn't put off by her casual tone. "After that, well. There's not really enough work in Rhydaber now they have the printing presses. And you won't have space for me in an apprentice's room! Maybe I'll see if I can keep Mum's chickens alive this time!" She pretends not to notice Ellis' sceptical face.