Synopsis

The chapter opens with the protagonist, T, grappling with boredom and justifying exploring the inn. This leads to encountering a chaotic scene with bustling crowds and a frustrated woman whose money is stolen. The guide, Dorothy, explains the thief's ability and leaves to the real world, making T promise to stay put. T, left alone, struggles with the boredom and emptiness, realizing their prior experiences in battles were less isolating than this quiet waiting.