The Twilight Brigade has dissolved and, Shino has become a 'Lost One' as the result of being eliminated by Tri-Edge. Even so, Tabby has settled on lingering around in "The World" after she comes to the aid of two novices trying to learn the ropes of this online game. Distressed by Shino's disappearance, Haseo becomes more determined to track down the lethal and insurmountable Tri-Edge, despite Phyllo's warning. Sequentially, he enters the event referred to as the "Forest of Pain" after hearing of the reward that awaits the survivor of this gargantuan challenge. Meanwhile, an ex-secret service member that was sent by Yata and Pi, monitors Haseo throughout this perilous competition.