Alan is deemed to be a failure and cast out of his family; he is delighted to leave his stifling life behind and sets off on a journey to find the peace he longs for; he happens to run across his ex-fiancée, Lise, being attacked by monsters.

Alan decides to travel with Lise and Béatrice.

Forging a sword for Alan stirs unpleasant memories for Noelle; her past motivates her and drives her to reckless extremes; Alan asks Lise and Béatrice why they've really come to this town.

Still in search of clues about the sinister happenings within the kingdom, Alan, Lise and Béatrice head to a village where a ghost has been seen; they arrive to find everyone preparing for a festival, but something about the place seems odd.

Craig and Bret head into the capital.

The attack on the capital continues; Akira and Edward try to bring Craig down.