Summary

In Chapter 8, Qibli and Winter wait for Cobra in an observatory, watched by guards. Qibli receives another message from Turtle, saying merely that he, Kinkajou, and Moon are going to the Night Kingdom behind Darkstalker's group. Qibli again feels torn between needing to see Moon and his loyalty to his tribe and Thorn. Qibli is also aware that Winter likes Moon. Qibli and Winter talk about the current situation they are facing. Qibli says Vulture is undoubtedly behind the violence in the Sand Kingdom, which gives him the opportunity to be the hero who provides protection. Qibli feels the need to escape and considers using the weather bracelets. Winter says he should keep them secret until “they can actually be useful” (100). Cobra arrives and Qibli imagines she looks less terrifying than usual. Vulture says he “told her not to kill off or get...