Summary

In Red London, two guards, Gen and Parrish, play a card game outside the room of Prince Rhy. The prince is entertaining a guest named Holland. Holland is an Antari like Kell, but he makes Parrish uneasy. Parrish overhears Holland giving Rhy a gift for his upcoming birthday from his “masters” (42). Rhy objects because it is illegal to take it, but then he takes it anyway. When Holland leaves the prince's chambers, he tosses Parrish a coin that causes the guard to lose all memory of the Antari's visit.

In Chapter 2, Kell, who is back home, notes the difference between Grey London's Thames and the river of Red London, called the “Isle,” which flows red (44). He walks through the market where vendors are selling various magical items. A woman bows before him and he feels embarrassed. He approaches the palace and switches...