In this chapter, we are introduced to a young man named Arin, who is a member of the King's Choir. He is the leader of the choir, which is composed of a select group of men who sing a religious song. Arin tells the choir that he is not allowed to sing in the choir because of his religious beliefs. He tells them that they are welcome to come to the church anytime they wish, but that he will not sing in a choir that is not composed of men of his own religious persuasion. The choir sings a song of praise for the King and praises him for his services to the nation. The King asks Arin to sing a song for him, and Arin agrees to sing one for the choir.