Back in the capital, Beryl struggles to shake his guilt over Vesper’s grave injuries, while Surena tries to cheer him up. The day of Princess Salacia’s wedding draws near, and Beryl joins the escort detail. After a short reunion with Shueste and with the threat of an attack by the Verdapis Mercenary Company looming, they reach Dilmahakha, the holy city of Sphenedyardvania. But who is watching him?