Willem Kmetsch lives life as an outcast, like a dead man walking, until he happens to land a job as the caretaker of some rather "special" weapons.

Having learned about Chtholly's impending fate, Willem tries to come up with an alternate plan, much to her chagrin.

As the situation on the surface continues to simmer, Chtholly struggles to come to terms with her new life.

A desperate battle unfolds upon the Saxifraga as it tries to escape the attack of timere. Chtholly, clinging to the last pieces of emotions she still possesses, decides to fight.