Chapter Twenty-One: Unscrupulous Heroism edit

Trapped in the Lobster Trap, Poleen Juvukis clings to Ezeldu, confessing her defiance in claiming the indilus roots, sparking their tragedy. Ezeldu, dying, reveals Poleen’s father, Kontzûl Juvilêus, was a Mostul Ûbar count, their secret marriage spurned by his family. Ezeldu dies, and Poleen, feverish, demands release, but Nedrich nâ Hilêômbrâ and Captain Soderun tû Galortêu mock her, seeking Sandorelê. Nicôdî tû Dêidontâ appears, treating her wounds with mohilê paste and joluk liqueur, ensuring her survival to indebt her. Poleen awakens aboard the *Shupûtu* (*The Undaunted*), having attacked Âvorê in a delirium. Sandorelê, captaining the ship, reveals she was mysteriously delivered from the Trap. Sailing for Umdûwor via Mostul Ûbar, Poleen vows vengeance against nâ Hilêômbrâ, Galortêu, and the Notoholis, promising Sandorelê riches to join her quest.

CMU Chapter 20 — Chilled to Shiver
CMU Chapter 22 — Run Runaway to Away


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