Among The Hills a Winding Way-Master's Hammer

Spiritus' inn does not indeed exhibit a bountiful splendour; neither does it host an exclusive society. Vigorous countryside people enjoy themselves intellects - which both are half empty. They obtain their delight by means of cheap liquors and racy talk. Standing out like an ametyst jewel in a dungheap, the passionate feeling between Atrament and Calamaria begins to crystalize here. The first night they spend together is filled with eerie occult practices. Approximately at the same moment a ceremonial feast is being held at the Jilemnice castle to welcome the new lord in his dominion. Satrapold encounters the castle's inferior and drinks liquor specialities, talking boastfully.