The Truth, pgs. 64-98 Summary

The Patrician's clerk, Drumknott, buys a paper from Ron and observes that many people are buying copies. Vetinari orders brief appointments with the affected guilds and with William to discuss the paper. He has reversed his position on printing and is looking forward to an exciting future full of possibilities. He is shocked to read the Times' report of fifty-six people being hurt in a brawl. He is certain that if something is printed, it must be true. William hears the same from fellow boarders at Mrs. Arcanum's residence, who reject his contention that it is simply a misprint. At the shed, William is amazed at the overnight profits from sales. Gunilla proposes halving the price to sell three times as many.

Prim and naïve Sacharissa waits in the back room. She hands William a story...