Prologue- Chapter 2 Summary

A strong wind blows across Midkemia and encounters each of the people that will play a part in the ending of the Riftwar. For the most part, the wind and the unnerving chill it brings is soon forgotten, except by those that know Marmandamus is not done with his attacks.

Jimmy is Senior Squire and is trusted by Prince Arutha. Jimmy and his friend Squire Locklear are the two chosen to be at the side of the Prince and Princess at the Festival of Presentation for the Prince's twin sons. While the festival takes place that evening, Jimmy sees Alvany the Quick. They know each other from when Jimmy was called Jimmy the Hand and was a member of the Mockers. Alvany is Daymaster of the Mocker, the Guild of Thieves. He tells Jimmy that the Upright Man, the leader of...