Synopsis

Reinelle seeks advice on unlocking a powerful assassin by achieving 'maximum intimacy' with multiple characters, realizing this could mean non-romantic relationships. She and another character discuss strange bird activity in the forest, a possible sign of demonic beasts. Meanwhile, the empire prepares for the impending demonic beast attacks and various characters undertake training, research, and resource gathering. Reinelle, frustrated by her inability to draw power from a rock, receives a pep talk and realizes she needs to use her resourcefulness.