Synopsis

The chapter begins with Ulrich and his group ignoring local farmer's warnings about a magician residing in the forest, opting to pass through it to save time. They discuss Ulrich's incredible strength and consider if he should become a vassal. Inside the forest, the group discovers there is no magician and dismiss the rumors as foolish. They unexpectedly stumble upon the Solar Corps, a group of barbarians converted to the Sun God faith who are viewed as traitors by some, prompting tension and unease.