Mark commands a powerful Vengeful Spirit while Sadie struggles with only a Lesser Spirit, setting up a fierce battle. Observers doubt Sadie's ability to win and suspect she cheated to pass earlier trials. Mark pushes Sadie to surrender to save her life, but she refuses despite risks, including severe side effects from using a power-enhancing Ghostwalker's Pill. Mark, frustrated by her stubbornness, vows to show no mercy. Sadie regrets failing to protect her father’s keepsake and pleads for a chance to keep it if she wins, leaving the outcome uncertain as the confrontation intensifies.