Wesley, a veteran who defended the kingdom from demons for thirty years, is publicly accused of fabricating the demon threat and embezzling military funds. Facing the wrath of the people and a royal decree ordering him to surrender his power staff or face execution, Wesley refuses to submit. Despite overwhelming opposition, he declares his defiance and prepares to leave the city by force or death. As he accepts his fate, he warns that when the demon threat returns, the kingdom should not rely on him again. Meanwhile, the demon forces are shown stirring ominously.