Synopsis

The chapter reveals a tragic future where an upcoming escort mission will result in the deaths of many of the protagonist's comrades. Determined to change this fate, the protagonist plans to intervene during the sorting ceremony, which dictates the distribution of escort assignments. The protagonist showcases a drastic change in behavior, evidenced by his rigorous training, his extravagant spending on his servant, and performing a good luck ritual for escorts, all while aiming to participate in the sorting ceremony, despite not being a chief escort.