Vielanika, Rawrii and Envoy watch a performance by a "Kavi" by the name of Chiaroscuro, as he shows off his acrobatic talents with a troupe. Kaela shows up as well, on an errand to find sugarfirs. The group gets to speak with Chiaroscuro briefly, and introductions are made. Then, as the show moves on, Envoy, Vielanika and Rawrii help Kaela to find the sugarfir leaves by visiting a part of the Bazaar known as "Little Babel". On the way back, Kaela hears a pitch for some Wonder Oil by one "Doctor Kural" (a Naga), and purchases some with the remainder of her money. Back at Titus' townhouse, Kaela gives the oil to her mother, Abana, in hopes that it will somehow cure her affliction