Chapter 9 Summary

Taleswapper is wandering the land in chapter nine, amazed at the changes of the landscape over the last few years. As more and more people clear the land for crops and homes, the vast areas of forest he is accustomed to are becoming harder to find. Looking into the distance, he sees a large building and walks in that direction.

Near the river, Taleswapper sees several buildings, including one marked Weavers. Knocking on the door, he examines the baskets of herbs hanging on the porch and notices a hex for protection on their bottoms. Armor Weaver answers the door and asks why Taleswapper is lying on his porch floor looking up. Taleswapper says that he trades his knacks for food and shelter, which causes Armor to say they need no help.

Eleanor appears behind her husband and says that they have adequate food...