The Sanzou party, accustomed to demon ambushes, faces a surprising twist when attacked by humans. Their encounter with the enigmatic priest, Hazel Grouse, and his formidable bodyguard, Gaty Nene Hawk, from the distant West unveils a tale of resurrection and golden-eyed mysteries. As Hazel's powers bring hope to mourning villages, the truth behind the golden eyes and the suspicious attacks begins to surface. Beneath the facade of benevolence lies a darker agenda, and the Sanzou party stands on the brink of uncovering it.