Casey faces execution after being accused of killing an ancient divine beast, but others argue the dead beast is not the Nightmare Beast but the Kirin, a divine creature with a unique death process. Despite pressure and accusations branding her a demoness, no signs of the Kirin’s death—such as golden cocoons or heavens changing color—appear, suggesting it still lives. As Casey is restrained, a rival claims her taming art and declares himself the new Sovereign of All Spirits. The episode ends with Casey defying her fate, realizing the Kirin is not dead, setting up a tense standoff with those determined to see her punished.