The warehouse has to deal with the ramifications of Chtholly's condition. At the same time, things begin to unravel on the surface.

As the situation on the surface continues to simmer, Chtholly struggles to come to terms with her new life.

Chtholly helps out around the base as his secretary and gains the adulation of everyone there. Willem, on the other hand, starts having doubts about some unanswered questions after meeting Nopht and Rhantolk.

The situation on the surface heats up as a massive cave is found beneath Gomag City, and lying there is something very unexpected.

A desperate battle unfolds upon the Saxifraga as it tries to escape the attack of timere. Chtholly, clinging to the last pieces of emotions she still possesses, decides to fight.