Part I Chapter 1. The Ripples Begin – Syrill brings the news of Capricia’s kidnapping. Laylan, Shyshax, and Chance are unaware of events in Danda-lay, having left the night before to hunt for the Raiders in Selbis. Chapter 2. Selbis – Laylan and company wander through the ruin of Gabalon’s old fortress. They find more than Laylan wanted to. Chapter 3. A Turn of Tables – A fight ends in a draw.