Valancy and Barney escape to the Blue Castle on the island, where they luxuriate in the beauty of nature, enjoying the colours of Mistawis and the lights of the islands across the lake. They appreciate the freedom to do anything they want, whether it's exploring the islets, attending masquerade dances, or simply sitting in beautiful silence. Valancy finds freedom in this escape from her old life, and Barney is glad to be home when he returns from his mysterious journeys.