Written in the year 1424 of the Fourth Age. Bilrach recalls that he just passed the two-century mark into his descent. (Interestingly, it is actually 199 years in, at the time of writing.) He says that if he reaches the bottom, great reward will be his as he bursts out to dominate the kingdoms of the world. Lastly, he says that he must return to his work, as he is not sure if he is the only one searching for the power, and that he must beat any others who also seek it.