Morel notes that A.P.R. is no longer attached to Cheetu, worrying that the Ants harbor an Exorcist — or that Cheetu himself is one. Cheetu confidently tells him he will beat Morel and then Knuckle. Calmly readying his pipe, Morel realizes Cheetu must have gained a new ability, and worries it involves exorcism. Above the palace, a storm approaches.