In this chapter, we learn that the dog is waiting for his master's return so that he can await his own return. He explains that strength is the basis of everything, and that if he just relies on his appearance, he will be exposed in the future. He also explains that his master once said that those who see through the dog's appearance will be deceived, and those who do not want to see will not expose him. The dog says that he has passed the legacy of his master to his disciple, and he is afraid that he is being envied. He has been meditating continuously for the past three years and has consumed a great deal of spirit medicine from his master, but he is still "so mediocre" that he cannot stand and face the task at hand. He says that his natural talent will make him good for something, although he is a little lacking. He tells his senior brother that the title of spiritual master is "too formal" and that he would like to call him "my ancestor." He also tells him that his sister is powerful and phoenix-like among the people, and if he does not return, he would miss her.