Arnold proposes marriage to Rishe. She replies with certain conditions which must be met. Arnold gives his promise, and he and Rishe head to Galkhein. Rishe is excited to visit a country she's ever been to, but wonders—what is Arnold truly after?

Kaine Tully has arrived to meet with Rishe. When she tells him that she wants the his company to procure her wedding goods, he does something unexpected. Rishe knows that his trade routes could help stop the war. Will she succeed in making him an ally?