Chapter Sixteen through Chapter Eighteen Summary

In Chapter Sixteen, Ven is amazed at the beauty of Castle Elysian, where King Vandemere resides. He is taken to the dungeon, as the King is currently away. Once there, Ven finds he is relieved, as the cell is not the worst place he has stayed in his life. He is told to write his story for the king, who will return in a few days, and who will read his statement at that time. Constable Knapp tells him to tell the truth, as the King is good at detecting lies. Ven wishes he had died with the other sailors.

In Chapter Seventeen, Ven begins to write his story for the king, and after a time, he is visited by a hooded figure, who tells him he can help him get out. Ven warily agrees...