The group engaged in a series of strategic discussions and intense combat scenarios, focusing on enhancing their equipment with a powerful substance called Shardisite and confronting various adversaries. They encountered mysterious characters, explored magical artifacts, and uncovered evidence of unauthorized activities, leading to a climactic battle against high-ranking officials. Throughout their journey, the group demonstrated teamwork, adaptability, and tactical prowess, ultimately emerging victorious in their confrontations while navigating complex political and magical landscapes.

Following the confrontation at the warehouse, the team discussed using the refined Shardisite to enhance their equipment. Under André’s guidance regarding the risks of energy release, Thorin successfully split the material into four fragments using a delicate approach with a rock hammer. The process triggered a blinding white light, granting Silas a vision of his past connections with Thorin, while Bogdan channeled the energy into his tome. Thorin and Silas successfully imbued their weapons, though Lusat’s attempt to enchant his cloak resulted in the cloak itself becoming invisible due to a moment of doubt. During this process, a man named Carl claiming to be from Harbor Security arrived, but the group remained suspicious of his true intentions.

The team successfully secured the warehouse by convincing the night watchmen to evacuate, citing a Shardisite leak and potential contamination. With the area cleared, they returned to Viroc HQ to meet with Dr. Minerva Sedgwick. They turned over the mysterious bone, the jars of powder, and the inventory manifests they had recovered. Sedgwick appeared notably relieved to see the manifests, which were initialed by Anton Erickson, providing a direct link to his unauthorized activities.

Dr. Sedgwick reviewed the evidence of illegal cargo and the team's encounter with the automaton attackers. In recognition of their work, the group received payment in platinum coins and was advised to keep a low profile. While offered housing in the Department of Arcane Affairs dormitories, the team opted to remain at their current lodgings for the time being. During their rest, the party experienced vivid dreams that provided insight into their personal histories and emotional states. The group also spent time adjusting their gear and familiarizing themselves with the mechanics of their newly enhanced Shardisite items.

The team received sealed messages from the Department of Operations, summoning them to a meeting at the Administration Tower. After a magical breakfast at the Gull restaurant—which granted them temporary tactical advantages—they proceeded to Suite 4C to meet with Field Officer Anton Erickson. The meeting was intended to discuss their recent activities, but the atmosphere was immediately hostile.

In a luxurious underground office, Anton Erickson accused the group of stealing from the warehouse. Tensions quickly escalated into a violent confrontation as Anton and his associate, Galina, unleashed magical attacks. The group responded with a coordinated defense, utilizing spells like Haste, Moonbeam, and Mind Spike. Despite Anton's attempts to charm and control members of the party, the team adapted their strategy to overcome his high-ranking status and magical prowess.

Through strategic spellcasting and focused fire, the team managed to defeat Anton in the fourth round of combat. His ally, Galina, attempted to hide and launch counterattacks but was eventually finished off by a Mind Spike spell. With both enemies eliminated, the group discovered Galina's true appearance and a significant scar on her face, signaling a decisive but likely complicated victory against the company's internal corruption.