Pippin’s plans, though he despaired of them ever working, have all contributed to their escape. With his hands already freed during the brawl when he first awoke, Pippin is able to reach their
lembas and cut their other bindings. The
lembas doesn’t only give them the physical strength to continue fleeing from the approaching fight, but also provides them with a calm moment of emotional respite after all the terror and hopelessness of their captivity.