The chapter opens with an epigraph warning someone who has turned from divinity, promising that if Rayse becomes a problem, both he and the addressee will be dealt with. The narrative then shifts to Teft waking in pain in an alley of Urithiru’s Breakaway market, aching from burned fingers and a night spent using firemoss. Embarrassed and coatless, he struggles at a well, briefly considers ending it, and glimpses a pale, cloud-haired spren who reminds him of his oaths.

Avoiding the barracks, Teft drifts into a den. Given firemoss on credit, he rubs it despite raw fingers, trading deep shame and memories—including turning in his family as heretics—for brief relief. The relief fades into need; he continues through multiple bowls, losing track of time as his capacity to function becomes dependent on the moss rather than euphoric.

Kaladin and Rock arrive, finding Teft slumped and drooling. The den keeper demands payment; Kaladin covers the debt, while Rock lifts Teft with gentle care. Teft admits he sold his coat, and shamespren float around him as they escort him from the den.

Back at the barracks, Kaladin and Rock settle Teft in a private room with blankets and Rock’s stew. Teft voices expected promises to seek help, but cannot yet keep down food. Left alone, he reflects that only the brutal bridge months had broken his dependence; with money again, he slid back. He faces the immediate consequence: days of withdrawal, self-loathing, and no relief.

The sequence underscores Teft’s internal battle and Bridge Four’s mutual support, contrasting his fear of the coming days without moss with Kaladin and Rock’s steadfast aid.