Chapter 22, A Path Chosen Summary

Perrin sleeps long after sunrise. When he wakes, he decides to head down river as Egwene, who is not as strong a swimmer, would likely be in that direction. He moves cautiously, and after a few miles comes across a clear hoof print. After a little more searching, he finds Egwene and Bela beside a campfire. Perrin joins her and they discuss what they should do. Egwene wants to wait for Moiraine to find them but Perrin argues that Trollocs may find them as well. Egwene thinks he wants to head for Whitebridge but Perrin surprises her by saying they should head straight for Caemlyn. They decide that Moiraine will be able to find them in Caemlyn, and if she doesn't they will travel to Tar Valon on their own. Perrin douses the campfire, and they begin...