While at Lorelei, Souma overhears two soldiers arguing about whether to side with or against the new king. Hakuya reviews the political situation concerning the neighboring lands with the king. Souma and Liscia discuss the nature of their engagement.
If we get into a civil war,
they're sure to come invading.
Sollte es zum Bürgerkrieg kommen,
greifen sie ganz sicher ein!
Si entramos en guerra civil,
nos invadirán sin duda.
Se entrarmos em guerra civil,
com certeza nos invadirão.