Rudy arrives in the city of Roa, where he’s supposed to spend the next five years tutoring the daughter of the local lord. His student, however, is more than he bargained for, and he’ll have to fight to start his first ever job, let alone keep it.

In the aftermath of their disastrous reunion, Paul and Rudeus reflect on their actions and look for a way forward.

Rudeus, Eris, and Ruijerd are nearing the end of their journey, but a chance encounter in a snowy mountain pass threatens to put a premature end to their adventures.