The party returns to Benod'wyr Araefel, Country Estate of Hyresu and Aatush

They released their yunche as they left the Blightlands and traveled by foot for several days, arriving at the estate in late autumn.

Motoman recovered quickly and was able to maintain a good pace. Lis stayed near him and they discussed what she discovered in Athrace.

Guyen Irulan received a hefty payment for his aid and a badge of commendation from Guniya Cress, marking him a knight ally of Almecca. He departed swiftly into Velome, capital city of Almecca.

After resting a few days, Hyresu and Aatush decided to have their wedding at the Almeccan palace of Fanea Ondoril in a week's time. They wished Lis, Mengara and Baldris to attend, before departing on their long trek to Quor.

Baldris and Agreppa Pthon became fast friends, and Hyresu made arrangements for the newly minted knight to be officially recognized by the Lord High Knight of Almecca, Flyutra Grenec.