A scintillating evening at a concert is almost tainted by the unexpected presence of Alya's half-sister, Auria. But it only takes a casually spoken term of endearment from Bennik, and Auria's attempts to get under her sister's skin are curtailed. Bennik also gives Auria an ominous warning.

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Before embarking upon their evening of entertainment, Alya and Bennik develop an intimate acquaintance with the Yayles siblings. 

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Bennik Stone and Rivven Yayles thoughtfully devise a plan that will take Bennik out of his comfort zone, all done for Alya's sake and that of Rivven's sister Enna. 

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Bennik comes to a realization about his soon-to-be-wife.

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While preparing for the wedding, Alya discovers that escaping a toxic family isn't as simple as one would hope.

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Alya demonstrates where her loyalties lie after the encounter with Mr. Venks. Preparations begin for the wedding.

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Bennik Stone bestows two gifts to Alya: one of gems and another of action. Alya glimpses firsthand at last, the side of Bennik that everyone fears.

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Alya finds belonging in simple things and Bennik contends with his distractions.

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Alya's considerate, careful nature is not taken well by Mr. Stone. 

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Alya arrives in the bustling city of Djolla and is taken to a modiste, where she is fitted with new undergarments and simple gowns. The fittings expose the scars of her past.

Tensions rise as Alya's fear of being a burden conflicts with Mrs. Hallow's insistence on following Mr. Stone's generous commission.

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