The Queen confronts Lilia about a werewolf, demanding she return him for her sister Lillian's selection during a coming-of-age ceremony. Lilia refuses, insisting the werewolf is her follower despite lacking a visible mark, leading to a tense standoff. To resolve the dispute, Lilia challenges Lillian to a formal duel, which her sister accepts. Lillian's powerful, high-ranking follower steps forward, his magic immediately overwhelming Lilia's companion.