Chapter 19, Again Baley (Parts 80-84) Summary

In Part 80, a relieved Fastolfe tells Baley that thanks from the Chairman is a rare honor. He then thanks Baley and promises technological help in getting Earth colonists into space in his short lifetime. During lunch, "It was there first!" bothers Baley and he warns that the fight with Amadiro may not be over. Fastolfe agrees, but knows that he can outmaneuver him in the Legislature, now that Jander's case has been solved. Daneel will escort Baley home. First, Baley wants to say goodbye to Gladia and Giskard. He knows that the Chairman should have cut off his argument. Suddenly, revelation hits: his successful arguments have been irrelevant, as is Fastolfe's continuing belief that Jander had succumbed chance.

In Part 81, Baley rushes to Gladia for a last time. Giskard does not let down his guard...