The engrave on the statue said "Fear any breach of this seal for beyond are those who cannot see evil." The wizard who had locked away Owen's people did not do so for the reasons that originally appeared to us as fear of the spread of the trait of the ungifted, but fear of the spread of their ideals. All who believed the same as them were locked into these land to prevent the idealogical belief that evil does not exist and that we do not truly see the world with our senses. What the wizard saw was how evil could manipulate those that turn a blind eye to it. In keeping their beliefs that would have allowed evil to run unchecked to avoid a direct confrontation. Richard made one last try to explain to them the flaw in their belief, and then gave them the choice to come with him to help retake their land or remain in their hiding. A young man named Anson spoke out that he would follow Richard, and gave a shocking statement on his desire for the end of the Order. End the end all of the men would follow. At the end of the chapter the Wizard's eighth rule appeared "Talga Vassternich."
Back in D'Hara Verna and the General Meiffert received a letter from Jagang telling them he had captured Zed and Adie. Unable to do anything they replied with a message insulting his ability to complete such a feat. Although they agree an attempt to rescue them would be suicide, I think Rikka will attempt to save them regardless.
Owen's people have clouded judgement viewing defending yourself, but I dislike the fact that they wanted to force Richard to accomplish what they needed to do themselves. Working for something indicates the value it holds for you. If you believe that you can ignore it and allow others to accomplish it for you then I think that shows lack of value in the object. I also hope that Rikka will succeed in my predicted task for her because I dislike the fact of Zed at risk of dying.
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