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Once they are on the road, Kris asks Talia about the rumor.

She vigorously denies any use of her Gift to influence Elspeth or others, but the rumor nevertheless undermines her self-confidence.

This, combined with a hitherto-unnoticed lapse in her training, results in a steady decline in her level of control over her Gift.

She finds herself scarcely able to control how much emotion she is receiving or projecting, and she is afraid to ask Kris for help.

Rolan, her Companion, assists her as much as he can.