In this chapter, we learn that the Eastern and Western empires are at war. The Eastern empire is led by a weak emperor, while the Western empire is under the leadership of a strong militaristic emperor. The western empire is able to suppress conflicts along its borders thanks to its military might. The militaristic leader, gaius, seizes the opportunity to expand his influence. The emperor of the western empire, latio, is now the ruler of the city of akadoris. The city has been cleared of the collapsed temple, and a new city square has been built. The expansion of the port has also been completed, and the trade with neighboring countries has resumed. The citizens of the eastern empire are now living in peace, thanks to the emperor's leadership.