Part 1, Chapters 12-13 Summary

In chapter twelve, Hawthorn crosses paths with London again. Although the two barely know each other, it is as if they are long lost friends. Hawthorn and London share stories of their adventures so far. London says he wishes he would have known he would see Hawthorn again because Shepard dropped out and another partner was taken on. There is no room for Hawthorn and King. London offers Hawthorn Shepard's outfit and tells him where to find it. Hawthorn is shocked at the kind offer. London says it is a fair trade for some of Hawthorn's stories.

If Hawthorn is going to accept the pack, he will have to brave the Chilkoot many more times. Somehow Hawthorn finds the resolve to take on the challenge.

In chapter thirteen,m Hawthorn goes to the spot where Shepard's outfit was dropped...