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Rod is attacked by a mutated sparrow-like creature called a kill-bird, sustaining a serious shoulder wound before being rescued by his cousin Lavinia, who treats his injuries with advanced medical technology and reveals her deep personal grievances against the Hon. Sec., Houghton Syme. Lavinia shares her family's tragic history and her own struggles, while Rod, weakened and vulnerable, begins to trust her and falls asleep, carried away by friendly hands. Upon awakening, he notices an unfamiliar environment characterized by spoken voices and wet air, signaling a significant change from his known world.

The chapter details a harrowing rescue mission during a katabatic hurricane on Mars, where Nirgal and his companions successfully retrieve the tortured Sax Russell. Despite the success, the group faces internal tensions, particularly with Maya's admission of killing a collaborator, and they must plan a cautious escape to the southern polar region while tending to Sax's critical condition in a Bogdanovist medical clinic.

In this chapter, Dark offers to repair the Kaiser's crippled arm using his advanced technical skills, challenging the Kaiser's traditional views on strength and weakness. Despite initial skepticism and the Kaiser's pride in overcoming his disability, Dark successfully reconstructs the arm, demonstrating a blend of futuristic medical technology and human resilience. The chapter also explores the tension between old-world nationalism and the characters' broader, more pragmatic perspectives on cooperation and technology.

The chapter follows the protagonist, Ed Bear, who awakens severely wounded and disoriented in a future world where familiar places no longer exist. He is treated by Clarissa Olson and Lucy Kropotkin, who reveal his injuries and the advanced medical care that saved him, while Ed struggles to reconcile his identity as a time traveler with the reality around him. The narrative also recounts Ed's heroic defense against attackers using advanced weaponry and technology, highlighting a blend of old west motifs and futuristic elements.

In this chapter, Mary reunites with the Neanderthals Ponter and Tukana at the United Nations, where they are under heavy security. Suddenly, Ponter is shot by an assailant, and Mary performs emergency first aid using advanced medical technology while Tukana pursues and ultimately kills the shooter. The chapter highlights the tension and dangers faced by the Neanderthals in the human world, as well as the quick response and cooperation between characters.