Ep 8. Tabitha's Secret

Louise and her group receive a request from Princess Henrietta herself to investigate a certain drug known to be circulating around the kingdom. They rendezvous with a suspicious merchant who is said to have ties to a gang that produces the drug, and are quickly ambushed by hired assassins. However, they are soon saved by one of the academy's teachers, Tabitha, who is revealed to be a powerful wind mage.

As they continue their investigation, they discover that the gang producing the drug is actually a secret organization working towards overthrowing the monarchy. Tabitha reveals that she has been investigating them on her own for some time, and offers to join forces with Louise and her friends to stop them.

The group discovers that the organization's hideout is located beneath the city, and they descend into its depths to confront its leader. However, they are caught off guard by a powerful magical barrier that surrounds the leader, preventing them from attacking.

After some quick thinking, Louise manages to break through the barrier, allowing Tabitha to use her powers to defeat the leader and stop the organization's plans. With their mission successful, Henrietta rewards Louise and her friends for their efforts, and Tabitha is officially recognized for her bravery.

As the episode comes to a close, Tabitha confides in Louise that she has a personal connection to the organization, hinting at a deeper backstory that will be explored in future episodes.