In this episode, Yumiella finds Alicia in a confused state and learns that she is acting unconsciously. Yumiella concludes that these actions are part of the game's storyline and are meant to guide Alicia onto the predetermined path.
Yumiella and Alicia then venture into a dungeon to level up. Despite Alicia's initial hesitation and fear, they press onward and encounter numerous monsters. Yumiella notices that Alicia is leveling up unusually quickly and attributes this to the game's influence. As they delve deeper, Alicia gains new abilities but must face the dungeon's final boss. After several attempts, Alicia finally succeeds in defeating the boss.
After this adventure, Yumiella decides to investigate the Demon Lord's standard location, already known from the game, but encounters obstacles that hinder her progress. This suggests that the game's storyline restricts her movements, allowing advancement only when the timing aligns with the narrative. They return to the academy, where Alicia's newfound strength impresses her friends and motivates them to strive for more.
The episode ends with Yumiella hinting in her usual manner, during a conversation with Patrick, that she plans to introduce Alicia to more challenging dungeons so she can reach an even higher level.
This article was originally published in German. It was translated with technical support and editorially reviewed before publication.