Even though Ogion wants to instruct Ged in the way he believes the boy should be taught, he knows that to keep Ged from his desires is a dangerous thing. Ogion, then, supports Ged as Ged decides to pursue greatness, glory, and a faster path to knowledge and power at the School on Roke. As they arrive at the port, however, Ged begins second-guessing his decision when he sees the reverence with which the people of Gont treat Ogion.