Main Events
Zeddicus Zu'l Zorander awakens at Adie's house and learns that Richard and Kahlan have gone through the pass to the Midlands seven days ago. Adie reveals she gave Richard a night stone to help him see in the pass, warning him with a riddle rather than directly. Zeddicus Zu'l Zorander is concerned because Richard hates riddles and ignores them as a matter of principle. Zeddicus Zu'l Zorander uses magic to find Richard through the night stone and confirms he has made it through to the Midlands. However, Zeddicus Zu'l Zorander decides not to follow immediately—he has an important task to attend to if they are to stop Lord Darken Rahl. Meanwhile, Richard and Kahlan travel across the Wilds toward the Mud People. They encounter a hunting party led by Elder Savidlin. The Mud People have a custom of greeting by slapping each other to show respect for strength. When Elder Savidlin slaps Kahlan, Richard nearly attacks, but Kahlan stops him. When Richard is slapped, he responds with a powerful blow that knocks Elder Savidlin down. The Mud People are impressed and welcome Richard, naming him "Richard with the Temper." They are invited to the village.