Synopsis

The chapter starts with the group facing the consequences of a previous battle, with Conrad suffering from a wound that his usual aura cannot heal. A hidden ability is revealed as a member of the group uses sacred art to accelerate his healing. The group reunites with additional members, and a plan is formulated to proceed without Conrad, though not without acknowledgement of their need to save him. They discuss how the member used his abilities and that Conrad is in his debt for the aid, furthering the plot.