The team begins treating a woman confined to a wheelchair with a special potion that requires skin contact to heal her atrophied meridians. Despite her hesitation, she complies, experiencing intense sensations as the healing activates. Meanwhile, the protagonist announces the completion of the initial evolution for the group, unlocking impressive S-rank abilities like Ice Mastery and Berserker Physique. Their power is soon put to the test when an elite Rock Troll monster appears, prompting an imminent battle where the protagonist vows to physically eliminate the threat using his newly acquired skills. The episode ends as the fight is about to begin.