The narrators handling of Tod Clifton’s death draws criticism from the Brotherhood. They believe Clifton was a traitor and didn’t deserve such a funeral. He disagrees, and then gets in a heated exchange with Brother Tobitt and Jack. Jack tries attack him, causing his glass eye to fall out. The protagonist feels like part of himself has died with Tod Clifton. He then returns to Harlem, where people are still up in arms about Clifton’s death. Ras the Exhorter questions him; threatening him for defending the Brotherhood. In order to protect himself, he purchases a disguise, appearing as a man named Rinehart. He then tries to receive guidance on the situation, but is displeased by their response and looks to destroy to organization from the