Chapter 5, Loyalties Summary

Chade continues to teach Fitz through a series of tasks and games. Each lesson teaches Fitz how to identify herbs, befriend people to garner information, to move stealthily, and how to kill a man almost silently. Fitz learns to follow orders without asking questions.

One of Fitz's tasks involves removing a secret message from Regal's chamber before the Prince sees it. The message comes from a visiting dignitary, Lady Dahlia. Fitz completes the task but never learns what was contained in the message. He does observe that Lady Dahlia suddenly takes an interest in court politics and her actions to upset the Queen.

Chade then entices Fitz with a challenge. The task involves stealing an item from King Shrewd's personal chamber. Fitz is appalled at the notion and refuses to accept the task. Chade becomes angry at Fitz's refusal and sends...