After their journey across the Sea of Mermaids,Justin and Feena land on a beach in the Virgin Forest. In the search for Alent they head east in hope of finding any clues to lead them to the ancient land. The party eventually find a tent pitched and are suprised to find Guido inside who offers the party to stay for the night. After a heated discussion between Justin and Rapp, they discover that Nicky, a young Cafunian boy has been captured by a rogue Trent. The party set aside their differences and defeat the Trent, in doing so earning each others trust.