Elsie insists on saving a dying dragon whose core was ripped out, despite warnings that it’s useless and the area is dangerous. As the dragon barely survives an attack from a poisonous toad monster, Elsie binds with it to prevent its death and secure a beast for an upcoming exam. With the contract formed, Elsie’s dragon companion begins feeding on monsters to grow stronger. The episode ends as it gains evolution points and faces a crucial choice to evolve, hinting at a turning point in their survival and future challenges.