After getting into some trouble with the Mercenary Guild, Touru is whisked away by a hooded accomplice under a cloud of smoke. Even though he's been separated from Ria and Deet, they are reunited behind a hidden Iron Door, where there is safety from their pursuers. However, their saviors end up being members from the Thieves' Guild, and their actions weren't wholly benevolent—Touru and company have something they want!