Synopsis

Javier, despite his past animosity, reflects on Lloyd's positive impact and decides he can no longer hate him. The Baron expresses his trust in Javier, tasking him with protecting Lloyd, who is revealed to be far more resourceful and prepared than others realize. The chapter also highlights the completion of the waterworks project, as well as a flashback of Javier's traumatic childhood, and ends with Lloyd's group preparing to head to Cremo for business.