In this chapter, the young Itall clank laments the fact that he has lost his chance of becoming a poet, a minstrel, a clown, or even a scholar. He tells his brother that he would like to be a poet or a minstrel or a clown. He also laments that he cannot figure out a way to help his brother. Itall's sister, Nollin, arrives to inspect the treasure box. She tells them that they have found a cylindrical object inside the box. They should not open the box until they have sealed it. They are sure that the treasure will be used for the purpose of killing Itall. The news of the treasure hunt has made it all the more painful for Itall, who is sure that no one will believe him now that he is dead