Egwene al'Vere
Chapter 16 - The Subject of Negotiations
Egwene al'Vere — aliases: Amyrlin, Mother
Refuses Gareth's proposal to assault Tar Valon via gateway to prevent a bloody street war that would destroy the White Tower. She permits Beonin to open negotiations with Elaida on the strict condition of Elaida's resignation and exile, shocking her council.
Chapter 17 - Secrets
Egwene al'Vere — aliases: Amyrlin, Mother, the Amyrlin Seat
Questions the Hall about Delana's plot and allows Beonin to negotiate with Elaida while keeping secrets like Traveling. Observes camp life, supply issues, and novices learning cuendillar production, reflecting on her growing ruthlessness but focusing on Kairen's progress as negotiations buy crucial time for the upcoming battle.
Chapter 18 - A Chat with Siuan
Egwene al'Vere — aliases: Amyrlin Seat, Mother
Walks through the camp in her seven-striped stole, enduring novice reverence while managing a growing headache. She tasks Siuan with investigating new Sitter appointments in Elaida's Tower and reviews eyes-and-ears reports regarding Tar Valon, Illian, and Tear before preparing to face a convened Hall meeting.