The chapter is set in August of 1969 when Kya goes to Cypress Cove in search of rare mushrooms. She hadn't interacted with Tate, who had left her a compass, for over a month.
While at the cove, Kya is surprised by Chase, who claims he was fishing nearby and saw her pass. She attempts to leave, but he forcefully stops her.
Chase apologizes for their past and the fact they could not get married. Kya does not accept his apology and confronts him about his engagement to someone else.
Chase tries to persuade Kya to rekindle their past relationship, which she rejects. He forcibly kisses her and knocks her to the ground after she attempts to break free.
Chase violently assaults Kya, hitting her and sexually assaulting her. She tries to fight back but he maintains his grip.
Eventually Kya is able to gather her strength and fights back, hitting him and kicking him repeatedly. She then makes her escape in her boat.
After starting her boat and getting away, Kya notices two men in another fishing rig nearby who were watching the entire ordeal.