Synopsis

The chapter begins with Noas, an earth spirit king summoned by the hero, successfully purifying the infected forest and healing those affected, including the hero. However, accusations arise against Yuria, claiming she deliberately accelerated the infection and abandoned a child in the process. Despite her denials, the forest residents, led by Lune's recording evidence, reject the World Tree's authority, declaring independence, effectively a declaration of war, due to the perceived unjust accusations and the World Tree's manipulation.