As his extended family gathers for their annual Midwinter Festival magic competition, Aster decides to enter the contest meant for witches, despite the lingering discomfort and hostility of certain family members. Meanwhile, Ariel struggles to accept her new family's love while her estranged aunt attempts to lure her away by poisoning her self-esteem.

"Regaining consciousness after nearly losing his life to Akutagawa, Atsushi is paralyzed by the thought of inviting more death and destruction upon his companions at the Armed Detective Agency. But before he can make good on his vow to leave the agency, the Mafia sends Ryuurou Hirotsu -- of the merciless Black Lizard group -- to storm their offices! Between the Black Lizards and the bomb-tossing Motojirou Kajii, and the demure, kimono-wearing Kyouka...