Synopsis

The chapter opens with church officials debating the selection of Mikhail Walpurgis as a hero candidate due to his magician lineage. This sparks a discussion on whether the church is acting according to God's will or their own self-righteousness. The protagonist expresses concern over forcing the hero role onto someone. Later, the protagonist talks with his friends, where they reaffirm their commitment to supporting each other and not making the same past mistakes. The chapter concludes with the protagonist's friend revealing he can hear the voice of God.