The chapter is told from Leon’s perspective, in the narrative present. The wealthy and arrogant student acts as the temporary coach for the school’s Pitball team. He calls all the girls who are infatuated with him Mindy, not bothering to learn their names. He berates one of these girls for bringing him tap water instead of mineral water. When he notices his teammate, Dante, has taken his custom-made golden whistle, a prized possession symbolizing his team captaincy, Leon bribes Dante with gold coins to retrieve it.

Elise arrives to try out for the team’s vacant Airstriker position. Leon briefly feels a pang of guilt as he remembers its former occupant, Gareth. To make room for Elise, Leon dismisses another player, Gladys, from the team. Elise immediately impresses him by effortlessly scoring a goal with her air magic, instantly earning her a spot.

During the ensuing scrimmage, Dante tackles Elise and pins her down, which makes Leon jealous. Afterward, Leon pulls Elise behind the bleachers and kisses her aggressively. He suggests they go to his room, but Elise coolly rejects him, claiming she is hungry. She walks away, leaving him aroused and perplexed by her dismissal.