The Ballengers craft a plan to steal Montegue’s munitions. During their preparations, Gunner interrupts, carrying an unconscious Kazi. Jase stays by her side, and they share a tender moment when she wakes several hours later.

The Ballengers grow increasingly worried as constant patrols make it difficult for them to find food. Montegue’s troops begin blasting through the mountain to reach the Ballengers, heightening their anxiety. Amidst this turmoil, Kazi realizes that the bulk of Montegue’s munitions are hidden below Tor’s Watch. Despite Jase’s protests, Kazi volunteers to search for the munitions during daylight hours.

After much debate, the Ballengers agree on a group that will search Tor’s Watch with Kazi. Upon arrival, Kazi quickly notices the soldiers’ positions, indicating that the munitions are most likely hidden in Darkcottage.

Kazi distracts the guards by pretending to be one of Zane’s paramours who has gotten lost. After a convincing performance, Jase swiftly eliminates them. He then notices three casks lining a tunnel, but Kazi warns him not to get distracted.