Nynaeve hates working in the kitchens, and thinks Laras the head of the kitchens is horrible. Elayne and Egwene are also there doing various chores. The Amyrlin enters the kitchens, and begins an inspection. She stares at people as though they are not working hard enough. The Amyrlin accuses Elayne of saying words she shouldn't to get her out of the kitchens. Egwene jumps to Elayne's defense and gets caught up by the ploy. The Amyrlin wanted to speak with Egwene and Nynaeve but ends up with Nynaeve only.