As they journey back from vanquishing the Demon King, the quartet of heroes, guided by the chatty mage Nina, travels to Pocca, the hometown of her fellow heroes. Amidst their return, Nina reflects on her poignant past as an orphan and the newfound kinship with the hero and his comrades. Despite the outwardly cozy ambiance, unease grips Nina as she contemplates the villagers' reception upon their homecoming. The weight of the news she bears casts a shadow, hinting at potential discord ahead.