Windi Featherwing and Sowema embark on a journey together to search for the missing druid Oyi Nightsong and the Purification Box he carried. They encounter various challenges along the way, including attacks by ogres, the appearance of a mysterious orc, and the revelation that Oyi has turned into a monster. Ultimately, they team up with the orc to defeat the corrupted Oyi and deal with his remains. Before parting ways, Windi and Sowema discuss their futures, each harboring concerns as they set off on different paths.
