Shizuku and the other students return to the royal capital. Their brush with death, and the dramatic re encounter with Hajime Nagumo, has had various effects on each student's mind. Hajime, now joined by Kaori, arrives at the Gruen Desert.
Hijame and his party help the people of Ankaji to clear the pollution in their Oasis. They later arrive at the Grand Gruen Volcano to look for Stillstone which can be used to save the people of Ankaji.
The Battle between Hijame and The Apostle of God rages on. Kouki, Shizuki and the rest of the Hero's party are getting ready for the Demon Attack but something seems wrong.
Hijame, Yue and Shea manage to exit the Volcano and are reunited with the other members of their party. Hijame then proceeds to reunite Myu with her family. Aiko confirms that Hijame has been labeled a heretic.