"So why does Jory get arrested and not Rumo?" Kelyn asks. Anwyn shrugs. "I would guess Rumo is useful to Nectan." "Or Jory's got something else going on," Dera adds. "Like what?" "Who knows?" "Anyway," Anwyn says, "we came to see if you're all right, after all that?" "Oh, yes. I'm fine. Thanks." "You're still welcome to travel with us, too." "Thanks, but... I'll stay here, for now." She watches them leave, exchanging cheerful smiles, and wonders. Was Rumo after ragwort? Or did Nectan tell him to take over Jory's wagon? And if so, why? And will he try again?