In this chapter, we learn that the prince is in love with the old man, and that he has cut off his right hand. The prince explains that the sword is a divine weapon, whereas the master's sword is useless. He says that if he continues to fight, both of them will die, but he must calm down. He realizes that the promise between him and huai-yin cannot continue like this, and he decides to stand on the side lines to keep them safe.