In the garden, Umeko and Tooth discuss her problem with the impending marriage – and if there are more reasons for the arrangement than her father is saying.

Umeko talks about spying on her father or Hakuu, when Lilac arrives and startles Tooth with how quietly she moves.

The two Kiriga revise their plans to have Umeko distract the Artist while stealthy Lilac gathers something that might shed light on things.

Lilac is startled by the notion: she's a bard, not a thief! Umeko promises her payment though, and Lilac gives in.