Main line taken up, Benjiro turns his attention to the lateral line. He picks up the end closest and winds it in a similar fashion to the main line, and this time uses the harness still attached to secure it. Rope secured in the bundle, he tosses it to land by the main line, though it goes slightly further.

Resisting a shiver, he walks along the bank to the spot where he carried Sadie out of the cold water.