Confrontations and Complexities of Power

This chapter explores the intense confrontation between Valia and her uncle, revealing deep themes of power, strength, and familial relationships. It highlights Valia's internal struggles with guilt and defiance, set against her belief that brute strength is the only path to control. Additionally, the chapter contrasts Valia's philosophy with that of her sister Tula, raising questions about leadership styles within their sisterhood and the evolution of power dynamics across time.