Kazuma questions Bernhardt about Lapis and denies that the girl is Tsui Ling, whom Erwin (Bernhardt's master) sacrificed to a demon. Bernhardt in turn, replies that the girl Lapis was that of what remained of Tsui Ling whom Kazuma failed to protect due to his lack of power. As Kazuma attempts to attack Bernhardt, Lapis deflects the blow and shows her power as a "Swordsmaster" by slicing in half the building they were in. Kazuma saves Ren, Ayano, and Kirika but disappears soon after. Back at the Kannagi home, Kirika informs them that a new Pandemonium has appeared and has granted "class changes" to some of its players. Meanwhile, Kazuma, brooding over the happiness of his past with Tsui Ling, resolves to kill Bernhardt and Lapis.