Synopsis

The chapter opens with characters assessing Ghislain's unexpected strength, revealing a secret alliance with Duke Delphine. Ghislain, despite sustaining injuries, obtains funds from Amelia. He plans to pioneer the dangerous Forest of Beasts, and tasks Fergus with finding a specific individual. The chapter concludes with Ghislain and his group arriving to meet the former captain of the Ratatosk mercenaries, setting the stage for further developments.