A TOUGH EGG TO HATCH The brazen attack on both Kouichi and the featherling egg sends shockwaves throughout Tildant. Everyone wants to know who's behind the assassination attempt--and for what nefarious purpose it was carried out. Meanwhile, as Caius gets even more entangled in the politics of his station, Kouichi continues his magic training and egg-sitting duties. Despite the chaos, their love life is stronger than ever...and could even pave the way to victory for both of them!