Part III, Chapter 26, Aomame Summary

Tamaru calls Aomame and fills her in on all the particulars of the situation. He confirms that the Kawana in the apartment building is indeed Tengo. But Tamaru doesn't know how much Sakigake really knows, so he advises against Aomame going near the apartment where Tengo lives. He also questions Aomame about the pregnancy, but Aomame cannot explain too much about how it happened. Tamaru decides to trust Aomame for the time being.

Tamaru also explains that Sakigake only wants to speak with Aomame, not harm her. He also mentions that they need to be able to "hear the voice", which Tamaru doesn't understand. They both theorize the child inside Aomame will hear the voice. Aomame believes that the Leader's death somehow served as a conduit for Tengo to give Aomame a child. Aomame insists on meeting...