Agate and Riche, along with Yuini, a wizard's apprentice from another atelier, take the second test, "A Knight's Loyalty." However, while Agate is eager to pass as quickly as possible, Riche seems unenthusiastic. Following the instructions of the test supervisor, Alaila, the three proceed along the path of the Serpent's Back Cave, trying not to let their identities be discovered by the sea beast bird (Melphon) they are protecting.