This is a beautifully written chapter. I believe you when you say narratives are hard for you to write, but I also remember all the wonderful narrative chapters you have written in so many of your books like Sidewinder, Larkspur, Boundaries and Morningstar. These chapters pull me into the setting and create a mood or trigger memories for me. Reading your beautifully poetic descriptions of nature and the human spirit is always a delightful experience.
I would say more, but it is easier to simply say I agree and loved the comments of @84Mags, @FanLit, @Mancunian, and @Albert1434. They spoke eloquently of the nuances of actions, characters and situations. Thanks for another excellent chapter!