Maxim Kuznetsov confronts a group determined to capture the Dragon Slayer, promising to restore Ivan's wings and return his knighthood with honor. Anastasia intervenes, insisting she can help regain his status, but another man warns Ivan not to trust her, claiming she was cast out by House Voronov and only seeks to use him out of desperation. Ivan hesitates, doubting her intentions despite her insistence that she came to save him. The episode ends with Ivan questioning whether Anastasia’s help is genuine or just another betrayal.