Gothmog believes he is most deserving of Thuringwath's secrets, but his enemies encircle the tower and wish to challenge him for them.
'My enemies seek access to the gorge of Thuringwath, but they are unworthy of the secrets within. That place was enwreathed with spells, kept from the eyes of all but Sauron's most trusted servants. My Master could claim the right, as could the others of his order, but the Nazgûl are gone to the void and will not return. None but Gothmog now has the right. Have I not paid the greatest price of all?'
Culang is in the throne room of Barad Cúron, concerned about the sound of newcomers approaching.