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With Elsa's relentless assault subdued, the Great Rabbit defeated thanks to Beatrice's new contract, and the Sanctuary liberated, a full year passes. Natsuki Subaru savors a life of fulfillment while the Emilia Camp stands united for the Royal Selection, until an envoy arrives with a letter prefacing the end of those peaceful days. Anastasia, a Royal Selection candidate, has invited Emilia to the Watergate City of Priestella, recognized as one of Lugunica's Five Great Cities. Accepting the invitation, the party departs for Priestella, where various reunions await. One is surprising, one unintended, and one fateful. Malice stirs beneath the surface and an unprecedented threat looms close. Once again, the boy must strive to confront his cruel destiny.