Guts reminisces about his childhood.

Guts is now a commander of Griffith's army, taking many risks in battle, Casca takes him to task for it. Griffith is knighted in the Midland court much to the nobles' dismay.

Princess Charlotte of Midland strikes up a friendship with Griffith.

Griffith and Guts continue their success in battle and Griffith is made a Count.

Griffith saves Charlotte when her horse bolts during a fox hunt. Yurius, the king's younger brother, attempts to have him assassinated.