Liliana meets the emperor to discuss receiving aid from him. She must make a great personal sacrifice to solidify this. She is ready to do so, but Hajime seems to have other plans.

After the Haulia Tribe's victory over the Empire, Hajime and the others travel to Verbergen to prepare to take on a new Great Labyrinth. During his visit, Hajime gets an opportunity to deepen his bond with Shea.