The Protectors of the Pass made a difficult decision - Bryn, Jack, and Myetharia would continue on their trek to Gallo, while Winry and Rayland headed back into the city.
After a night staying in a run-down stable, Winry and Rayland headed into Bresk, and learned some interesting things. Posted across the city were wanted posters of the party, along with army recruitment posters. It seemed as though the king was preparing to move against Lord Gallo, and needed more troops to do so. The two also learned that the royal mage Kelkin Thravanvost looked forward to combat, and was likely at the king's side in the castle.
Sneaking into his quarters, Rayland discovered that the Ragesian representative Serrimus was having some strange shipments delivered to the castle - an unknown herb, and liquids that masked the taste of strong medicine. But before more information could be gathered, guards rushed into the room. After a valiant effort, Rayland was captured, as Winry escaped.
Without many options available to her, Winry disguised herself and approached Rayland's "cousin" Rexington Royal, who invited her to join him in his quarters for further discussion.
Meanwhile, Bryn, Myetharia and Jack flew on the back of Takasi, making their way to a hopeful alliance and some direction to pursue from Lord Gallo.