Ethan, wrists bound in chains, listens to the village lords arguing.

Alcina Dimitrescu and Karl Heisenberg loudly dispute who should take Ethan, while Salvatore Moreau and Donna Beneviento remain silent. A fifth, unnamed lord tries to mediate, appearing more human and mysterious than the others.

Ethan hopes the fifth lord will take him, believing escape and Rose’s rescue might be possible with her help.

He observes her closely.