When you tell Dr. Vivaldi of the advice you gave the Grand Akpar, she shakes your hand. "I would have said the same thing. If our destiny is to die at the hands of the Archpods, it will not be your fault."

Now three tides have passed. You and Dr. Vi- valdi are still waiting for the news that will seal your fate.

It must be midway through the second sleeping tide when the guards awaken you. A moment later, the Grand Akpar walks into your agon. With him is the High Raka.

"The Archpods and the Rakas have made peace," says Akpar. "From now on we shall build boats for both tribes, and there shall be no bombs!"

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