While on the Blue Swallow, the alchemist, Dr. Mazoola, causes an explosion that also injures Little Freida. Both are fading fast. Captain Swallow convinces Jack to bargain with the Lords of Death for their souls. But when Jack finds he’s standing before the Lords, with nothing to offer, they insist he dance for them. But when he tries, wearing the Marquis’ tap shoes, the Lords of Death boo and hiss, it’s thumbs down all around.