The Beast With Two Backs
Abby crushes assassin Ash with the hilt of her sword, leaving a Guild-branded corpse on Bastion’s doorstep. Back at the Elium, sparks fly—not from swords, but between Abby and Edmund, who turn flirtation into full-on bench groping during a sparring session. Later, Mother Jana requests the team investigate the deaths of Linnfard’s missionary parents. They agree reluctantly. That night, Edmund knocks on Abby’s door. He doesn’t leave.