As most of the Mongauli forces leave Crystal to engage the approaching rebel army, Norisse seizes the opportunity to instigate a revolt and retake the capital. However, Rigea is devastated when Caaslon, whom Taeran saw him to be a traitor, is killed in the battle. Meanwhile, Remus and his men are held up by Kualos's forces and must find a way to end the battle quickly so that he can reach Parros.