After hearing of Friede's explosive entrance in Rolmund, the Chrysanthemum Court extends an invitation for her to visit Wa as well. However, this is more than a simple gesture of goodwill. The leaders of Wa are curious to see whether or not Friede is capable of bearing the future of Meraldia on her shoulders. The Heavenswatchers assign apprentice Iori to keep a watchful eye on her, but Friede manages to clear every challenge the Chrysanthemum Court sets in her path. However, the true trial doesn't begin until she enters the Windswept Dunes and is separated from the others...