After having noticed the drought sign has not diminished, Shuga soon finds out that Gakai, another master star diviner, is taking the stone scrolls from the sacred chambers to give to Sagum, the first prince of the empire. Shuga tries to prevent this, only to be demoted for his disobedience. He later meets with Sagum, who reveals that the stone scrolls are in his care now, much to Shuga's relief. Shuga travels to the village to investigate whether or not the water levels are lowering. He passes by Tanda, who is fascinated by Shuga's star reading tools and is curious to know why he has come to the village. Although the fish population and crop production seem normal, Shuga still suspects that a drought may occur.