After relieving a band of thieves of their valuables, the self-proclaimed enchanting and brilliant sorceress, Lina Inverse, sets off with a fiery parting gift towards Atlas City, envisioning riches. However, her journey is interrupted when vengeful survivors from the bandit group launch an ambush against her. Just as she prepares to deal with them, a chivalrous wandering mercenary, Gourry Gabriev, mistakes her for a damsel in distress and intervenes on her behalf. Enjoying the rescue act, Lina allows Gourry to take charge. Yet, her initial amusement turns to dismay as he insists on accompanying her further. When the rightful owners of the stolen loot reclaim their possessions, Gourry's unexpected worth surpasses their material value. Unraveling the magical tracking on the items and uncovering the significant individuals involved, Lina realizes that she now holds something more priceless than mere riches.