Chapter Thirty One through Chapter Thirty Three Summary

The following morning, in Chapter Thirty One, Ven returns to Elysian Castle, where he explains to the king that he seeks the ultimate adventure. When Ven accepts the position, the king gives him a blue binder in which to record his findings, and asks that he also draw images of things he sees. When the king offers items for his journey, Ven asks only that he be allowed to travel without restriction, and with his friends. He also asks to be allowed to continue to stay at Hare Warren, as he likes being part of the family there. Ven asks only for one thing, and that is for the king to deal appropriately and severely with Whiting.

Back at the inn, Ven tells his friends of his deal with the king...