Miorine insists on helping Suletta in her rematch against Guel. But with his pride in tatters, Guel has no intention of losing a second time.

Pursued by the Benerit Group's garrison forces, the Dawn of Fold which perpetrated the attack on Plant Quetta is forced to evacuate its hideout. Guel, who was captured by Olcott, is now a prisoner at the hideout. Having slain his own father, Guel remains sunk in deep despair.