Makoto opened his eyes to a world that made no sense. His last clear memory was the ski trip home, the freezing cold, the snow closing in, and the strange sleepiness that swallowed him. When he looked outside and saw a child casually using fire magic, confusion turned into dread. Fujian, relieved to see him awake, explained that their classmates had been transported to another world and were now staying in the Water Temple of Roses. Makoto asked if this was truly another world, and Fujian confirmed it, surprised by how calm Makoto seemed.