Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Annie encounters two strangers at the cemetery entrance.
• The old groundskeeper tries to shield Annie from the visitors.
• The visitors, Duncan and Alice, reveal they have a message for Agatha, the goddess official.
• Duncan hands the old groundskeeper a letter to deliver to Agatha.
• Duncan discovers Annie is Cristo Barbary's daughter.
• Annie asks about her father's fate, and Duncan assures her he's at peace.

Character Developments

• Annie: Shows bravery and curiosity, reveals her father's identity.
• Old Groundskeeper: Initially protective of Annie, becomes suspicious and cautious around Duncan and Alice.
• Duncan: Reveals a friendly demeanor, shows concern for Annie's well-being, and has a connection to Cristo Barbary.
• Alice: Remains mostly silent, observes the interactions.

Significant Themes

• Supernatural encounters and their impact on ordinary people.
• The relationship between the living and the dead, and the afterlife.
• The theme of coincidence and unexpected encounters.

Character Interactions

• Annie and the Old Groundskeeper: Annie seeks comfort and protection from the groundskeeper, who tries to shield her from potential danger.
• Duncan and the Old Groundskeeper: They engage in a cautious conversation, with the groundskeeper trying to protect Annie while Duncan seeks information about Agatha.
• Duncan and Annie: Duncan shows kindness and concern towards Annie, revealing he knew her father and assuring her of his well-being.
• Duncan and Alice: They work together, with Alice observing the interactions and Duncan handling the conversation with the groundskeeper and Annie.

Key Plot Points and Events

• An unnamable visitor appears at Cemetery No. 3, revealing information about Annie's father to the old caretaker.
• The visitor leaves, and the old caretaker tells Annie that her father has gone to a better place.
• Agatha investigates a scene where two Annihilation Cultists were killed in different manners. One was turned into porcelain-like fragments, and the other was swiftly defeated with no signs of counterattack.
• A Senjin woman in a nearby building is found in a coma, and a room on the second floor is contaminated by a strange object.
• The old caretaker sets up an altar and opens a letter given to him by the visitor, revealing a "Complaint Letter."

Character Developments

• Annie learns about her father's fate and accepts it.
• The old caretaker shows concern for Annie's well-being and takes precautions to protect himself when dealing with the unnamable knowledge.
• Agatha demonstrates her dedication and thoroughness in investigating the crime scene.

Significant Themes

• Acceptance of loss and change (Annie, the old caretaker)
• The power of knowledge and its potential danger (the old caretaker)
• Vigilance and caution when facing the unknown (Agatha, the old caretaker)

Character Interactions

• The old caretaker comforts Annie and reveals the truth about her father.
• Agatha and a priest discuss the investigation and the strange nature of the two cultists' deaths.
• The old caretaker interacts with the unnamable visitor, receiving a letter to deliver to Agatha.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The old caretaker receives a letter warning about deep-sea powers infiltrating the city-state, Annihilation Cultist activity, and an impending Abyssal Lord invasion, including a warning about Dagger Island.
• Agatha investigates Garonie's house, finding her in a deep sleep with no signs of injury or struggle. The house shows signs of an uninvited guest.
• Agatha discovers a "deathbed record" in the study, detailing Brown Scott's experiences with a creature made of supernatural power and his decision to stay and fight it.
• Agatha uses her power to enter the Spirit World, searching for Brown Scott's soul but finding nothing.

Character Developments

• The old caretaker becomes aware of the serious threats facing the city-state and decides to notify the gatekeeper and the Grand Cathedral.
• Agatha demonstrates her investigative skills and her ability to enter the Spirit World, showing her dedication and power as a gatekeeper.

Significant Themes

• The threat of the Abyssal Lord and deep-sea powers infiltrating the city-state.
• The struggle between the living and the supernatural, with Brown Scott choosing to stay and fight the creature.
• The power of gatekeepers and their ability to interact with the Spirit World.

Character Interactions

• The old caretaker and the gatekeeper: The old caretaker notifies the gatekeeper about the threats to the city-state, setting the stage for Agatha's investigation.
• Agatha and the Guardians: Agatha leads the investigation at Garonie's house, with the Guardians assisting her in evidence collection and sample gathering.
• Agatha and Brown Scott (through his deathbed record): Agatha reads Brown Scott's record, learning about his experiences and his decision to stay and fight the creature, showing respect for his bravery.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Agatha summons a death emissary from the Spirit World to find the soul that last lingered in the house.
• The emissary reveals that the soul has departed and its debts erased by a "great power" belonging to a human known as the "Flame Usurper."
• After the conversation, Agatha returns to the physical world and learns that Garonie, the Senjin woman, has woken up.

Character Developments

• Agatha demonstrates her experience and composure in communicating with gatekeepers from the other side, despite the dangerous knowledge revealed.
• Garonie shows signs of memory alteration and confusion, possibly due to the influence of the God of Wisdom's clergy.

Significant Themes

• The power of knowledge and its potential danger.
• The mystery surrounding the "Flame Usurper" and the "great power" that erased the soul's debts.
• The influence of divine powers and their clergy on mortal affairs.

Character Interactions

• Agatha interacts with the death emissary, seeking information about the soul that lingered in the house.
• Agatha meets with Garonie after she wakes up, trying to understand what happened to her.
• Garonie asks Agatha about her teacher, Brown Scott, showing concern for his well-being.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Morris and Vana visit the Citizen Assistance Center to secure a stable residence and public identities in Frosthold City-State.
• Morris uses his academic credentials and influence to bypass the usual documentation process for a residence permit.
• Agatha receives an urgent intelligence report about a potential unauthorized landing at East Port.

Character Developments

• Morris demonstrates adaptability and resourcefulness in navigating bureaucracy, deviating from his usual rigid adherence to rules.
• Vana shows amusement and approval of Morris's uncharacteristic actions.
• Agatha exhibits concern and urgency in response to the intelligence report, prioritizing her duty over her initial plans.

Significant Themes

• The struggle between adhering to rules and adapting to extraordinary circumstances.
• The influence of academic credentials and authority.
• The tension between official procedures and expediency.

Character Interactions

• Morris and Vana work together to secure their residence permit, with Vana supporting Morris's unconventional approach.
• Morris's interaction with the clerk at the counter showcases his ability to persuade and influence others.
• Agatha's interaction with her subordinate demonstrates her authority and the importance of her role in the city-state's security.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Sea Swallow, a Frost Navy ship, lost contact over 24 hours ago, and search efforts have found no trace of it.
• The port's commanders discuss possible scenarios, including the activation of Procedure 22, which suggests the ship may have encountered supernatural pollution.
• Gatekeeper Agatha arrives, confirming the supernatural corruption of the Sea Swallow and warning that Dagger Island might be out of control.
• The Sea Swallow reappears and requests port entry, but Agatha orders it to be sunk.

Character Developments

• Colonel List, the Port Defense Commander, shows leadership and seriousness in handling the crisis, following procedures but also considering urgent actions.
• Agatha, the Gatekeeper, demonstrates her authority and knowledge about the supernatural threat, making quick decisions based on high-level intelligence.

Significant Themes

• Supernatural pollution and its threat to the city-state of Frost.
• The urgency and gravity of the situation, requiring swift and sometimes unorthodox decisions.
• The importance of following procedures while also being prepared to adapt in critical situations.

Character Interactions

• The port's commanders discuss and share information, showing a sense of camaraderie and collective responsibility.
• Agatha interacts with Colonel List, providing crucial information and making decisive recommendations, while also respecting military procedures.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Agatha orders the sinking of the approaching ship, which she believes is not the genuine 'Sea Swallow' but a corrupted, disguised enemy.
• The port's coastal defense guns and the stationed fleet engage the ship, firing armor-piercing incendiary rounds.
• Despite heavy damage, the ship continues to approach until it reaches a critical point and begins to self-destruct.

Character Developments

• Agatha demonstrates her resolve and judgment, taking responsibility for her decision to sink the ship.
• Captain List shows determination and willingness to take responsibility for his actions.

Significant Themes

• The struggle between corruption and civilization.
• The importance of judgment and resolve in leadership.

Character Interactions

• Agatha and Captain List discuss and agree on the decision to sink the ship, with Agatha taking responsibility for the order.
• The junior officer is taken aback by Agatha's order, showing the impact of her decision on those around her.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Sea Swallow, a ship from Dagger Island, is destroyed by Frost's coastal artillery after approaching the city.
• The sea is polluted by a strange, black sludge from the wreckage, stretching over ten nautical miles.
• Duncan and his group find a temporary lodging in Frost, a house at 44 Oak Street.
• A mysterious invasion from Dagger Island is suspected, which is later confirmed by Duncan using his connection with Ai Yi.

Character Developments

• Agatha, the Death Priestess, demonstrates her spiritual abilities by monitoring the Spirit World and advising List to quarantine Dagger Island.
• Duncan shows his strategic thinking and calm demeanor when facing the mysterious invasion, using Ai Yi to gather information.
• Alice and Shirley's lack of progress in learning the local language is mentioned, indicating their need for improvement.

Significant Themes

• The threat from Dagger Island and the potential invasion.
• The need for vigilance and preparedness in the face of unknown threats.
• The importance of gathering and verifying information.

Character Interactions

• Duncan, Alice, Morris, and Vana interact while finding and settling into their temporary lodging.
• Agatha and List communicate about the situation with the Sea Swallow and Dagger Island.
• Duncan uses his connection with Ai Yi to gather information about the invasion, showing his leadership and resourcefulness.
• Morris and Vana handle the lodging arrangements, demonstrating their competence and reliability.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Annie Barbary, daughter of Captain Cristo Barbary, delivers a key to Morris, revealing that Duncan and Morris are staying in her family's home.
• Duncan and Annie have a conversation, with Annie revealing that she knows about Duncan's supernatural power and asking if he's a secretive person.
• Sample collection from the wreckage of the "Sea Swallow" begins at the eastern port, with precautions taken due to the unknown nature of the wreckage.
• List receives an order from City Hall to blockade all shipping routes in and out of Frost Main Island, including Dagger Island, due to the appearance of the Sea Mist Fleet.

Character Developments

• Annie shows maturity beyond her years, running errands and understanding the gravity of Duncan's power.
• Duncan displays kindness and understanding towards Annie, revealing that he doesn't mind her telling the cemetery caretaker about his presence.
• List demonstrates professionalism and trust in Agatha's judgment, following her guidance on handling the wreckage.

Significant Themes

• The presence of supernatural powers and their impact on ordinary people, as seen through Annie's understanding and reaction to Duncan's power.
• The importance of trust and professional judgment in handling extraordinary situations, as shown by List's faith in Agatha's decisions.

Character Interactions

• Duncan and Annie's conversation reveals their mutual understanding and respect, with Annie showing curiosity and Duncan showing patience and kindness.
• List and his confidants discuss the situation at the port, demonstrating their trust in Agatha's judgment and their commitment to the safety of the city-state.
• Morris and Vana observe the interaction between Duncan and Annie, showing their interest in the situation and their willingness to protect the girl.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Sea Mist Fleet, a cursed fleet from the Frost Rebellion half a century ago, has suddenly appeared and is approaching Frost Main Island and Dagger Island.
• The Frosthold City-State's Defense Commander, List, orders immediate preparations for a potential attack, including a blockade and state of emergency signal.
• On a day of heavy snowfall, Agatha, a high-ranking church representative, returns to the Silent Grand Cathedral and reports unusual supernatural activities within the city-state.

Character Developments

• Agatha shows concern for the city-state's well-being and is diligent in her duties, even when facing unusual and dangerous situations.
• Bishop Ivan Romonso, despite his age and tendency to nap, displays wisdom and understanding of the city-state's supernatural balance.

Significant Themes

• The lingering effects of the Frost Rebellion and the Sea Mist Fleet's curse on the Frost people.
• The delicate balance between the supernatural domain and the mortal world, and the responsibility of the church in maintaining it.
• The consequences of cognitive interference and the dangers of replicas composed of 'element.'

Character Interactions

• Agatha interacts with Bishop Ivan Romonso, updating him on the supernatural occurrences within the city-state and seeking guidance.
• Defense Commander List interacts with his trusted officers, discussing the Sea Mist Fleet's appearance and ordering preparations for a potential attack.
• Agatha's interactions with the investigators and elite Guardian squad are implied, as she mentions their findings regarding the 'element' contamination and the third party involved.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Agatha receives a mysterious letter from Bishop Ivan, seemingly ordinary but infused with powerful supernatural energy.
• Bishop Ivan, who has been living in a "Spirit Coffin" due to a past accident, reveals that the letter's contents are unsettling, hinting at a connection to the Abyssal Plan from half a century ago.
• Agatha and Bishop Ivan discuss the current threats in Frosthold, including the return of the 'Sea Swallow' and the corruption on Dagger Island.
• They suspect the Sea Mist Fleet's appearance near Frosthold might be connected to the Frost Queen's plans from her reign.

Character Developments

• Agatha: She is revealed to have access to some files from half a century ago but is still unaware of the full truth behind the Abyssal Plan and the Frost Queen's actions.
• Bishop Ivan: He reveals that he was involved in the Abyssal Plan and performed a send-off ceremony for the Frost Queen the night before the city guard's uprising. He keeps this secret for fifty years.

Significant Themes

• The power and corruption of the deep sea.
• The consequences of the Frost Queen's reign and the Abyssal Plan.
• The importance of truth and secrets in maintaining order and stability.

Character Interactions

• Agatha and Bishop Ivan: They discuss the current threats to Frosthold and share information about the past. Bishop Ivan reveals a long-held secret to Agatha.
• Bishop Ivan and the Frost Queen: They had a mysterious encounter the night before the city guard's uprising, with the Frost Queen asking Bishop Ivan to perform a send-off ceremony for her.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The old Bishop reveals that the Frost Queen's actions were not entirely unpredictable, but she couldn't have foreseen the specific events happening now.
• Bishop Ivan recounts strange occurrences from half a century ago that resemble current events, hinting at a possible connection to the Abyssal Plan.
• Agatha and Bishop Ivan discuss the Complaint Letter and decide to locate the ritual site of the Annihilation Cultists.
• A riddle left by the letter's mysterious visitor remains unsolved.

Character Developments

• Agatha: Becomes more determined to uncover the truth behind the current anomalies in Frost City.
• Bishop Ivan: Reflects on his past and the Frost Queen's actions, showing a nuanced perspective on history.

Significant Themes

• The consequences of the Frost Queen's Abyssal Plan.
• The blurred line between reality and supernatural occurrences.
• The unpredictability of high-level transcendent beings.

Character Interactions

• Agatha and Bishop Ivan: They share information and collaborate to understand the current situation and the Complaint Letter's contents.
• Duncan and Vana: Duncan asks Vana to check if the bounty for the Complaint Letter has been paid, showing his practical and business-minded nature.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Duncan's complaint letter to City Hall causes confusion due to its unusual format.
• Vana reports that Annie and her mother are doing well, with no signs of supernatural threats.
• The Sea Mist Fleet, led by Tyrion, arrives near Frosthold City-State, causing tension and a blockade of the port.
• A small, unarmed boat from Frosthold approaches the Sea Mist to observe, with Tyrion ordering a random light signal in response.

Character Developments

• Duncan shows a unique and subtle approach to problem-solving, surprising Vana.
• Vana struggles to adapt to Duncan's unconventional methods and shows concern for the potential consequences of his actions.
• Tyrion demonstrates his strategic prowess and enjoys provoking the Frosthold City-State, sending a random light signal to further confuse them.

Significant Themes

• The tension between the Frosthold City-State and the Sea Mist Fleet, highlighting the power dynamics between city-states and pirates.
• The contrast between Duncan's unconventional methods and Vana's more traditional, inquisitorial approach.
• The impact of the past on the present, as seen through Annie and her mother's situation.

Character Interactions

• Duncan and Vana discuss the complaint letter and Annie's well-being, with Vana expressing concern about potential consequences, while Duncan remains calm and unconcerned.
• Tyrion and Aiden discuss the situation with the Frosthold boat, with Tyrion ordering a random light signal to further confuse and provoke the city-state's authorities.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The undead Sea Mist Fleet arrives near Frost, causing concern and tension among the city's defenders.
• List, the Port Defense Commander, is informed about the fleet's unusual light signals, which they struggle to decipher.
• Duncan, in Frost, reads a newspaper warning citizens about the current situation and the increased curfew.

Character Developments

• List is shown to be dedicated and responsible, working tirelessly to defend Frost despite the lack of sleep and the mysterious threat.
• Duncan demonstrates his strategic thinking and understanding of the situation, expecting more Annihilation Cultists to be exposed due to the increased curfew.

Significant Themes

• Threat and Defense: The Sea Mist Fleet's arrival poses a significant threat to Frost, testing the city's defenses and the resolve of its protectors.
• Information and Intelligence: The undecipherable light signals from the Sea Mist Fleet highlight the importance of intelligence in understanding and preparing for the threat.
• Control and Restriction: The increased curfew and travel ban demonstrate the authorities' attempt to maintain control and prevent the spread of corruption and heresy.

Character Interactions

• List interacts with his subordinates, discussing the Sea Mist Fleet's movements and the deciphering of their light signals.
• Duncan interacts with Alice, explaining the newspaper's content and their next course of action, showing his guidance and patience towards her.
• Duncan also interacts with Morris and Vana, mentioning their plans to visit an informant under Tyrion's command.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The city-state resumes activity after a snowfall, but an unsettling atmosphere spreads due to rumors of the Sea Mist Fleet's approach and strange occurrences.
• Duncan and his group (Vana, Morris, and Tyrion) arrive at "Golden Flute" tavern, where they find Nemo Wilkins, an informant they've been seeking.
• Nemo leads them through a hidden passage to his underground hideout, part of the city's ancient water system.

Character Developments

• Duncan: He uses his imposing presence to intimidate Nemo, testing his reactions and exposing any signs of cognitive interference or memory alteration.
• Nemo Wilkins: He maintains composure despite his initial panic, revealing his experience in dealing with dangerous situations. He's cautious and knowledgeable about the city's secrets.

Significant Themes

• Secrecy and Deception: Nemo's underground hideout and his role as an informant highlight the theme of secrets and deception in the city-state.
• Fear and Uncertainty: The unsettling atmosphere in the city and the characters' actions (like Duncan's intimidation) emphasize the prevalence of fear and uncertainty.

Character Interactions

• Duncan and Nemo: Their interaction is tense, with Duncan trying to read Nemo's reactions and Nemo trying to maintain composure while leading them to his hideout.
• Vana and Nemo: Vana's questions to Nemo reveal her inquisitive nature and interest in understanding the city's infrastructure and secrets.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Nemo Wilkins leads Duncan, Vana, and Morris to a hidden underground hideout, the 'Second Waterway', built during the Frost Queen's era.
• The Second Waterway was separated from the upper level after the Great Rebellion and has been largely abandoned and unexplored.
• Nemo reveals that the 'First Waterway' (current sewer system) is sufficient for Frost's needs, and the government has no intention of exploring the Second Waterway due to its vastness and the city's reduced population post-war.

Character Developments

• Nemo Wilkins: Proud of the Second Waterway's secrecy and safety, he reveals his knowledge of Frost's history and the existence of the underground facility.
• Duncan: Shows curiosity about the Second Waterway's maintenance and is surprised by the extent of Tyrion's influence in Frost.
• Vana: Astonished by the city's acceptance of the dangerous and unexplored Second Waterway, she questions the city's order and safety.
• Morris: Uses his cognitive interference detection ability on Nemo, confirming he's unaffected.

Significant Themes

• The consequences of a city-state's past actions (Great Rebellion) and the hidden truths beneath the surface.
• The acceptance of danger and the unknown in the pursuit of stability and order.

Character Interactions

• Nemo and Duncan: Nemo shares information about the Second Waterway, while Duncan learns about Tyrion's influence in Frost.
• Vana and Morris: Vana seeks Morris's assessment of Nemo's mental state, and Morris confirms Nemo is unaffected by cognitive interference.
• Nemo and Vana: Nemo explains the city's acceptance of the dangerous Second Waterway, leaving Vana astonished and questioning.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Nemo Wilkins, an informant for Captain Tyrion, experiences a mental invasion when meeting Duncan and his group.
• Duncan reveals he is Tyrion's father, causing Nemo to question his identity.
• Nemo reveals the structure of the informant network in Frosthold City-State and introduces two other informants: 'Crow' and 'Old Ghost.'
• The group visits 'Old Ghost,' who is mentally unstable and believes the Queen has come for an inspection.

Character Developments

• Nemo Wilkins: Initially suspicious and cautious, Nemo becomes cooperative and informative after learning Duncan's true identity.
• Duncan: Reveals his identity as Tyrion's father, showing a calm and collected demeanor.
• 'Old Ghost': An elderly informant with mental instability, likely caused by gas poisoning decades ago.

Significant Themes

• Trust and identity verification: Nemo's initial suspicion highlights the need for trust and identity verification among informants.
• Mental stability and cognitive interference: 'Old Ghost's' mental instability raises concerns about cognitive interference in the city-state.

Character Interactions

• Nemo Wilkins and Duncan: Nemo's initial suspicion turns into cooperation after Duncan reveals his identity.
• Nemo Wilkins and 'Old Ghost': Nemo shows concern and patience towards 'Old Ghost's' mental instability.
• Duncan and Vana/Morris: Duncan, Vana, and Morris work together to gather information from Nemo and navigate the sewer system.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Duncan and his team meet Old Ghost, the administrator of the abandoned waterway, who is eccentric and often confused.
• Old Ghost mentions hearing strange noises in the pipes near the Boiling Gold Mine, suggesting a possible connection between the mine and the Second Waterway.
• Duncan learns that there's no direct path to the central district from the waterway, and the surface is dangerous due to rebel activity.
• Nemo expresses concern about Crow, who hasn't returned from checking the northern corridor.

Character Developments

• Old Ghost: Revealed to be senile and often confused, but has moments of clarity. He may have seen through Alice's disguise as the Frost Queen.
• Nemo: Shows concern for his colleague Crow and takes responsibility for his safety.

Significant Themes

• The passage of time and its effects on people and places (Old Ghost's senility, the disrepair of the waterway).
• The dangers of the unknown (the dark path, the rebel activity on the surface).

Character Interactions

• Duncan and Old Ghost: Duncan tries to navigate Old Ghost's ramblings to gather information.
• Alice and Old Ghost: Old Ghost briefly mistakes Alice for the Frost Queen.
• Nemo and Old Ghost: Nemo tries to manage Old Ghost's eccentric behavior and expresses concern for Crow.
• Duncan and Nemo: They exchange information and discuss the situation with Crow.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Nemo, Duncan, Morris, Old Ghost, Vana, and Alice embark on a search for Nemo's missing subordinate, Crow.
• They explore the vast, ancient "Second Waterway" beneath Frost City, discovering its immense scale and military-like structure.
• They find Crow's body, drowned, with a mysterious, fragmented note in his pocket.

Character Developments

• Nemo is surprised by Duncan's approachability and rationality, unlike the legends.
• Old Ghost reveals that the Frost Queen was believed to be a natural psionic with future-seeing abilities.
• Morris questions the necessity of the massive "Second Waterway," sparking discussion about the Frost Queen's motives.
• Vana discovers Crow's body and the note, showing her keen observation skills.

Significant Themes

• The legacy of the Frost Queen and her mysterious abilities.
• The purpose and scale of the "Second Waterway" and its relation to the Frost Queen's plans.
• The potential danger and secrets hidden within the abandoned city.

Character Interactions

• Duncan offers to help Nemo find Crow, showing his willingness to assist.
• Old Ghost shares his knowledge of the "Second Waterway" and the Frost Queen's abilities.
• Morris and Duncan discuss the historical records of the Frost Queen, highlighting the lack of information.
• Vana discovers the crucial clue (the note) that could unravel the mystery of Crow's death and the "Second Waterway."

Key Plot Points

• The group finds a mysterious paper with cryptic messages, possibly related to the "Lost Kings" and the "Deep Sea Era."
• They discover that Crow, the drowned man, had copied these messages from somewhere.
• They decide to search deeper along Crow's patrol route for clues.

Character Developments

• Nemo and Old Ghost mourn Crow and share his tragic background.
• Duncan, Vana, and Morris analyze the situation and deduce that Crow's replica might be nearby.

Significant Themes

• The mysterious "Lost Kings" and their connection to the "Deep Sea Era."
• The origin and nature of facsimiles and replicas.

Character Interactions

• Duncan, Vana, Morris, Nemo, and Old Ghost work together to solve the mystery of Crow's death.
• Nemo and Old Ghost express their grief and determination to find out what happened to Crow.
• Alice, though confused, tries to comfort Old Ghost.