The reunion is not joyful. Paul is haggard, traumatized, and angry. He has been leading a search party for the missing refugees of the Fittoa Region. When Paul realizes Rudeus has been traveling and "having fun" (from his perspective) while the rest of their family is still missing, a violent physical and verbal confrontation breaks out. Rudeus, in turn, is overwhelmed by the pressure Paul places on him, forgetting that Rudeus is still a child. 🔑 Key Features & Plot Points

: The newcomer Geese (the monkey-faced man) plays a pivotal role in mediating the fallout between father and son.

: I can explain why Paul reacted the way he did based on light novel details not shown in the anime.

You can find the summary and key details for , titled "Family Squabble" (or "親子げんか"), below.

: I can give you a minute-by-minute breakdown of the most important scenes.

Rudeus, Eris, and Ruijerd arrive in the port city of , the capital of the Holy Kingdom of Millis. While taking on a quest to find a kidnapped child, Rudeus encounters a group of adventurers. To his shock, the leader of the group is his father, Paul Greyrat .

: We see the toll the displacement has taken on the adults of the world.