After Elzed's departure with the crimson star, Rachel and her team were left with a bitter taste of failure.
The Emperor would undoubtedly be greatly displeased with the news.
Thankfully, Rumia and her party successfully escaped the labyrinth.
Rachel however, decided to go back for Rubik, who was still inside.
Although Rachel initially intended to leave with just Nermel and Taro, she refused to abandon Rubik.
After they regrouped outside the labyrinth, they had to consider some important questions, such as:
(1) Elzed's true identity.
(2) His motives for pursuing the crimson star.
(3) How they encountered someone so callous.
Fortunately, they could rely on Nermel, Taro, and Rubik, who were once loyal to Elzed but were now abandoned by him.
Rachel knew that, no matter how tempting it was to leave them behind, they might be useful in her quest to uncover the truth behind the crimson star.