Théoden offers Wormtongue one last chance to redeem himself, but the counsellor is disinclined to acquiesce to his lord's request. Gandalf and the king catch up on the history of Saruman's treachery and the damage already done in Rohan before...
Upon entering the Golden Hall, Gandalf is challenged once again; this time by Wormtongue, the king's counsellor who may not exactly have Rohan's best interests in mind. Gandalf puts the worm in its place (before Gimli can dissect it for smack...
Our heroes ride up the long and winding road that leads to Théoden's door, but first they have to get through two sets of guards. They'll be allowed into Meduseld itself just as long as they check their weapons at the door... their ancient...