Chapter 11: Ekwefi tells Ezinma a story about a greedy, cunning tortoise. Chielo tells Ekwefi that Agbala, Oracle of the Hills and Caves, wants to see Ezinma. Frightened, they try to persuade Chielo to wait until morning but angrily Chielo reminds Okonkwo that he mustn't defy a god's will. Chielo takes Ezinma and forbids anyone to follow her. Ekwefi overcame her fear of punishment and followed her. If she heard Ezinma crying she would rush in and defend even if she is a god. Startling her was Okonkwo behind her with a machete. Chapter 12: Chielo exits the cave and brings Ezinma back without saying a word to anyone. Okonkwo was really worried the night before but of course didn't show it. Okonkwo's family prepared for Obierika’s daughter’s uri. They had a successful feast.
Chapter 13: Ezuedu's death is announced. The funeral was big since Ezuedu was known for great things. The men beat the drums and fired guns. Okonkwo's gun went off and accidentally shot and kiled Ezuedu's son. For that he was sentenced to exile for seven years in his mother's homeland.