Under Lady Ramia's orders, Vord reluctantly dumps Duzell in the middle of the forest. Wanting to return to Ishtar before the fight, Duzell is rushing through the forest when he stumbles on a fight between Laphiji and Sharlen. Thinking that Sharlen might be a reincarnation of one of his men from his previous life, Duzell prevents Laphiji from killing Sharlen. However, instead of showing gratitude, Sharlen attacks Duzell and Laphiji, and leaves them bleeding in the forest to die...Darres and Murra are saved from certain death at the hands of undead assassins when Laphiji and Lady Ramia come to their rescue. Sharlen escapes, and Lady Ramia orders Laphiji to follow and capture him. Later, Lady Ramia finally discloses the true origins of her three sons to Ishtar and Darres. A story of heartbreak, love and betrayal, Ishtar also discovers the reason behind Aunt Ramia's resentful behavior towards Seiliez. In a moment of compassion, Ishtar promises to keep this a secret. However, Aunt Ramia will not allow Ishtar to back out of her marriage promise...With Duzell still missing, Ishtar will have to fight Seiliez on her own in the final match of the competition!