Chapter 7, A Prisoner Escapes Summary

Franz Lerner is talking to his sister, Frau Matt, in her parlor. He explains how Captain Winter returned and offered him twice his normal fee to guide him on a Citadel climb. Franz was flattered but refused. He offered to climb any other peak for half his usual fee. He shakes his head. Franz explains that he thinks the captain is possessed by the mountain. The Citadel is evil and should not be climbed. Rudi listens in disappointment. He works without feeling and wishes the fog would again cover up the view of the Citadel from his window. He is in a constant daze and starts breaking more and more dishes at work. Teo tries to cheer him up, but nothing gets through to him.

Boys on the street are cruel and taunt Rudi as the "guide...