Synopsis

Urich is heavily injured and losing blood after a fight, believing he's about to die. Prince Varluka arrives unexpectedly, seemingly saving him from a crossbow attack and revealing his real name, Varluka Anu Porrelcana. They then have an emotional exchange about fear, hiding, and wanting to become a king. The chapter concludes with Varluka's condition being assessed, and the characters reflecting on Urich's heroic actions.