Part 3, Chapter 6 The Charm of Commerce Summary

Toby spends two days confined in a small room on ship, as punishment for his outburst. He is completely isolated. Not even Quath can visit. Even when Cermo delivers Toby's meals, he cannot be cajoled into talking with him. Toby is given only food and study materials, so he catches up on math and history. He missed the education sessions, where everyone else learned how this place works. After two days, Besen somehow manages a visit. Kissing her feels claustrophobic and he asks her to leave. She does not return the next day.

When he is finally released, Toby cannot wait to get into the shower. The esty natives have hooked Argo to their unlimited water supply. After his confinement, Toby is eager to get outside into the city, but the Lieutenant stiffly...