Children of Dune (pgs. 278-318) Summary

Farad'n bursts in on Jessica's bedchamber after midnight to report his hands have changed. She informs a fearful guard that she will not seduce the prince, and Farad'n laughingly dismisses him. Jessica has not expected a breakthrough in just eight days, warns he is just an infant, and says he must practice until he can change his hands at will. Simultaneously, he will begin mastering every muscle in his body. Jessica intends to set Farad'n lose on the universe to become whatever he most desires. Knowing how those who analyze the records will react, Jessica tells him he must control his desires the way he does reality. Feeling warm camaraderie, Farad'n believes Jessica and holds his tongue about other thoughts. Returning to sleep, Jessica realizes Farad'n is deep, having all but admitted understanding her design...