Chapter 13, Amadiro (Parts 52-54) Summary

In Part 52, Baley makes a trimensic call to Kenden Amadiro, head of the RIA, but reaches only his contemptuous assistant, Maloon Cicis. Baley claims to want to give Amadiro a chance to defend himself before accusations are made about Jander's murder. After warning about weighty penalties for slander, Cicis talks with his boss, who agrees to come to the trimensic unit. Baley announces that he will be at his office instantly and breaks the connection. He tells Gremionis that he will do his best to keep him out of trouble and reminds him of his advice about Gladia. In Part 53, Baley is chilly as sunset and a storm both near. Daneel assures him that everything is normal and tries to distract him. Baley explains how playing long shots on the conspiracy aspect has enabled him gain interviews...