The chapter opens with a description of a nightmare in which the city of changshan is in flames and civilians are being slaughtered by traitors. The narrator recounts that he saw the city gates slowly fall down and that he was conscious of his friend, Jiming, waiting for him in the mountains. He tells the narrator that he has failed in his duty to protect the city and that Jiming would have chosen the path of luxury even if he could do it a million times. He reminds the narrator of his destiny and tells him that it is time for him to face his destiny. He urges the narrator to run toward the light and find his own way once more. He says that he will seek justice in the world and will serve the light.