Chapters 46, 47, 48, 49 Summary

Silas is still in his room, now recovering from beating himself on the back. He thinks back to when Bishop Aringarosa bestowed his duties upon him. Silas had been honored to be asked to serve. Now all hope was lost. He has been taken out of direct contact with Aringarosa and is ordered to report only to the Teacher. He finally musters the courage to call the Teacher and tell him what has happened at the church. The Teacher admonishes him for losing his faith too quickly. He tells Silas that all hope is not lost and that the secret has been passed by Sauniere before he died. He orders Silas to remain ready to complete the mission that night.

Meanwhile, Sophie and Langdon are still riding in the cargo hold of the armored truck. They decide to open the rosewood box. What...