Synopsis

The chapter shows the aftermath of Lloyd's efforts, culminating in the full repayment of the family debt and the relocation of the Tribe of Sand and Steel. Simultaneously, a refugee crisis and monster attacks are unleashed due to the burning of a reed field by the kingdom of Asfahan, leading to widespread panic and a strategic shift for the estate. Despite the successful debt repayment, Lloyd remains unusually calm, foreshadowing potential future developments.