Synopsis

The chapter centers on a confrontation where the protagonist is accused of being a spy and associated with the Blood Cult, based on his affiliations with the Unorthodox faction. He engages in a battle against a skilled swordsman from the Orthodox faction, who believes there must be a reason for his actions, despite the accusations. The swordsman attempts to persuade the protagonist to return to the Orthodox side, but the protagonist is conflicted as he doesn't want to harm the swordsman, yet feels obligated to fight.