Part Four: The Drow March - Chapter Twenty-Two, Star Light, Star Bright Summary

Lady Alustriel of Silverymoon watches the battle from a safe distance. She is battle wise and knows the soldiers will have little trouble against the kobolds but wonders how they will fare when they are confronted by the drow. Although Bensell begs battle hungry Berkthgar to keep his men in check, Berkthgar rides for battle ignoring the plans for ambush. This action requires that the Knights in Silver alter their plan to a more dangerous course. Even as Bensell gives the new battle plans, none of his men complain, but go straight to their duty.

Meanwhile, Lady Alustriel holds herself in check to keep from entering the battle prematurely. Even when the drow located Mithral Hall's eastern door and begin to...