After clearing the arena of the guards, Tokoyami rushes to Tsuyu, seeing that she was hurt and that Jiro was cradling her.

Tokoyami: Tsuyu! What happened Jiro?!

Jiro: There was an archer shooting at you. Tsuyu attacked but go hit in the process.

Tokoyami: Tsuyu, are you okay?!

Tsuyu: Y....yes.

Tokoyami: Thank the Gods....

Hearing concern from Tokoyami made her blush slightly, but she was still traumatized from killing the guard to save Jiro.

Tsuyu: I....I....killed a man....

Tokoyami: It wasn't your fault. You did what you had to do. 

The former innkeeper felt a little better, but still felt guilt for killing a man. They soon reunited with Shoji and Stain in the pit of the arena.

Shoji: Well that was entertaining! 

Stain: Never knew I'd fight a Blacktongue. But I always knew Giran was a corrupt bastard! I should've killed him long ago.

Tokoyami: We need to go. If the Blacktongues know we're here, then it won't be long till they send more. Stain, if you wish to join us, we'd be honored to have your sword.

The former arena champion took a moment to think of Tokoyami's offer. It didn't take long for Stain to come up with a decision.

Stain: The Blacktongues are a disease that need to be cleansed! Killing them would would help in cleansing society! Consider my sword yours!

Stain extends his hand to Tokoyami, who accepts and shakes his hand. As they gathered the horses, Tokoyami whistles for Dark Shadow as the horse arrives. As they got ready to leave, a voice calls out to the group.

???: HEY WAIT UP!

Everyone turns around to see Mei Hatsume riding a cart.

Tokoyami: Hatsume? What are you doing here?

Hatsume: That was quite a show you put! Looks like my suspicion about Giran were right! But even I wouldn't imagine him working with Blacktongues! But I digress, I want in on whatever adventure you guys are going!

Shoji: Is she serious? 

Hatsume: You bet I am! Besides, wouldn't your journey be so much easier if you had a master blacksmith at your beck and call! 

Stain: Hatsume's skill in the forge is unmatched. Having her at your side would benefit us. 

Tokoyami knew full well of Hatsume's skill as a blacksmith. It was her weapons that helped him survive the fight against Muscular and Stain. 

Tokoyami: Hatsume. Your skills are without equal. But understand that our journey is one filled with danger and peril. The Blacktongues will throw everything they have to stop us. Are you sure you want to go through it Hatsume?

Hatsume: Are you kidding?! This beats working for Giran! And besides, I'm out of a job since Giran's dead. So of course I'm sure! 

Tokoyami: Then welcome Hatsume.

Hatsume: Everyone get on board! I got plenty of room here! 

Tsuyu, Stain and Jiro got on the cart. Tsuyu notices some treasure inside the cart.

Tsuyu: What's with all this treasure?

Hatsume: Oh that! When Giran got killed and all the guards went to the pit, I took the liberty of taking some of Giran's treasures. They'll probably make us some good coin!

Jiro: You stole them?!

Hatsume: Giran ain't gonna miss it! Besides, wouldn't want the Blacktongues to get their hands on these treasures and make the coin we could make!

Stain: Don't think too much on it. Giran's dead and he won't be needing it. 

Stain made a good point as Tokoyami and Shoji began riding on their horses with Hatsume taking the lead with the cart. As they ride, Tokoyami and Shoji take the time to have a private conversation. 

Shoji: Are you still worried about Tsuyu?

Tokoyami: We shouldn't have brought her into this.

Shoji: So the innkeeper melted your cold heart eh?

Tokoyami: Now's not the time for jokes old friend.

Shoji: You know how oracles are. What they say and what they mean are never the same.

Tokoyami: I hope your right.

Tokoyami glanced at Tsuyu and can't help but feel concern for her. There was something about her that reminded him of his lost love. He couldn't help but fall for her, but understood the dangers they were all about to face. Meanwhile in an unknown location, Skiav speaks with his master.

Skiav: It appears that Tokoyami has proven to be a troublesome foe, Master Shigaraki. He has recruited the arena fighter and the blacksmith.

Shigaraki: And what of Lord Menos?

Skiav: He is still under the impression that we serve him. He still has his purposes.

Shigaraki: Good. See to it that it stays that way. When the time comes, you are free to dispose of him Skiav. 

Skiav: It is apparent that Tokoyami seeks the Crow's Stone. How must we proceed master?

Shigaraki: Continue your mission with Lord Menos. Give him whatever aid he requires. As much of a fool he is, he still has his uses. Once he's fulfilled his usefulness, kill him. As for the Crow's Stone, let him find it. When he has it, we'll kill him and take it for ourselves.

Skiav: Is that a wise move master?

Shigaraki: The Crow's Stone is the key to resurrecting All For One. The key to our eternal conquest on this world. 

Skiav: As you wish. 

Skiav then teleports to the Dragon's Arena where Monoma is investigating. 

Monoma: How delightful of you to join us Skiav!

Skiav: I detect sarcasm. What have you found?

Monoma: Tokoyami was here. It appears Giran bit more than he could chew.

Skiav: Giran had fulfilled his uses. Failure will not be tolerated.

Monoma: Whatever you say. I'm on their trail. And if you are here just to patronize me, I'm in no mood. 

Skiav: But you mistaken. I have a gift to make your search easier.

As he says that, large creatures began to walk towards Monoma.

Skiav: I present you, the Nomu! Creations of the Blacktongues. 

Monoma flashed a sinister smile as he now held command of these creatures. He would use them to avenge his humiliation at the hands of Tokoyami.