On the last night of the year, Souma is called by the previous king, Albert, to speak with him and Queen Elisha. Albert reveals a stunning truth. Once Souma knows "everything," he is left with much in his heart to consider.
With Van, the capital of Amidonia, returned to Julius, so too returns the oppressive rule of the government. The people's dissatisfaction increases, until finally they end up revolting. Julius's sister, Roroa, then comes before Souma.
Roroa's arrival complicates the situation between Amidonia and the Kingdom of Elfrieden. It was an outcome not even Souma had anticipated. In response, a conference between Grand Chaos Empire and Maria Euphoria and Souma must be convened.
The Three Dukes meet to discuss King Souma. In Amidonia, Gaius receives word from Georg accepting his aid, and prepares to invade Elfrieden over the objections of his finance minister. Souma delivers his ultimatum to the Three Dukes.
An unusual Friedonian slave trader named Ginger Camus gave his slaves clean clothes and enough to eat, as well as providing them with an education, little knowing that this would eventually end up rocking the kingdom.
Gaius leads an invasion force and lays siege to the city of Altomura. Meanwhile, in Randel, the Forbidden Army constructs a fort from which they engage Georg's forces, while Red Dragon City receives its own surprise attack.
Souma's victory in the Elfrieden civil war and the battle against Amidonia was won as a result of the devotion of a man named Georg. Still, the law is the law, and Souma must pass down a harsh judgment against Georg.
The results of the talent search are in, and the kingdom holds a recognition and award ceremony for the winners. Five uniquely talented individuals come before Souma to demonstrate their skills, and find a place within his royal court.
Souma is checked for magical powers, and puts his results to use in administrative paperwork. Hoping to recruit more competent personnel, Souma sends out a nationwide broadcast offering prizes to the most talented individuals in the land.
Jeanne's negotiations continue. These negotiations are not in the hands of Prince Julius, but in the hands of Jeanne from the Gran Chaos Empire and the King of Elfrieden. Further, Jeanne sees a new future and a new world in Souma.