Synopsis

The chapter begins with the princess dismissing threats to the empire and then uses the 'Phoenix Feather' as bait to motivate the party to fight the Demon King. She distributes powerful items, solidifying her control and assigning specific roles, notably, planning to sacrifice Hansen. The party reaches the Demon King's location, and are attacked after a brief exchange. Notably, Hansen is affected by something after drinking a potion the princess gave him.