Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shien encounters a black dragon in Arutol Canyon, initially mistaking it for a monster.
• The dragon is revealed to be resisting a Demon Refining ritual, causing its magic power to fluctuate and its body to contort.
• Shien decides to help the dragon, unsealing his Sacred Sword and using Enchantment Magics to subdue it.
• The dragon's suppressed magic power and flesh go berserk, attempting to transform it into a Demonoid Larva sacrifice.

Character Developments

• Shien shows respect and admiration for the dragon's defiance and pride.
• Shien demonstrates his powerful Magic Power and skill, subduing the dragon with Enchantment Magics.

Significant Themes

• The struggle against external control and transformation (the dragon resisting the Demon Refining ritual).
• The power of defiance and pride (the dragon's unwillingness to become a sacrifice).
• The consequences of absorbing foreign power (the dragon's chaotic magic power and fluctuating level).

Character Interactions

• Shien and the dragon: Initially hostile, Shien decides to help the dragon after understanding its situation, showing respect and admiration for its defiance. The dragon, despite its fear of Shien's power, shows no hostility towards him after being subdued.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shien uses his max-level [Taming] skill and the power of the Sacred Sword to infuse the Black Dragon with immense magic power.
• The Black Dragon's level increases steadily from 93, absorbing the magic power and becoming stronger.
• Shien's magic power helps the Black Dragon temper and absorb the Demon Refining magic power and flesh within its body, removing the rampaging and deforming parts.
• The Black Dragon's level stabilizes at 99, becoming a near max-level, invincible monster.

Character Developments

• Shien demonstrates his powerful [Taming] skill and the amplification of the Sacred Sword, successfully taming and strengthening the Black Dragon.
• The Black Dragon grows stronger, more stable, and gains a fixed level of 99.

Significant Themes

• The struggle and growth of monsters, driven by the need to absorb magic power for strength.
• The efficiency of magic power absorption and the risks of external magic power usage.
• The power of the [Taming] skill and its potential for enhancing monster growth.

Character Interactions

• Shien and the Black Dragon interact through the [Taming] skill, with Shien pouring magic power into the Black Dragon and aiding its growth.
• The Black Dragon's dependence on Shien grows as it absorbs his magic power and becomes stronger.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Aiyi, a dragon, senses a powerful dragon's magic power and flies to investigate.
• Vasco leads a group of nobles and knights to find and restart the demon refining ritual with the black dragon.
• Shien confronts the black dragon, which is now at level 99, one step away from max level.

Character Developments

• Aiyi is surprised and delighted by the strong magic power she senses.
• The black dragon, previously in pain and struggling, now shows excitement and rebirth in its roar.
• Shien demonstrates courage and confidence, facing the black dragon without fear.

Significant Themes

• The power and pride of dragons as the kings of monsters.
• The struggle between submission and dominance in the taming process.
• The courage and confidence required to tame a powerful beast.

Character Interactions

• Aiyi and the black dragon: Aiyi senses the black dragon's power and goes to investigate, while the black dragon acknowledges Shien's power and submits to him.
• Shien and the black dragon: Shien faces the black dragon confidently, and the dragon submits to him, making Shien a Dragon Knight.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Aiyi arrives, surprising Shien and the Black Dragon.
• Aiyi reveals she's the creator of all dragonkind and the lord of dragons in the Demon Realm.
• Aiyi tries to recruit the Black Dragon, but it chooses to stay with Shien.

Character Developments

• Shien: Realizes Aiyi's immense power and influence over dragons.
• Black Dragon: Shows loyalty to Shien, choosing to stay with him despite Aiyi's offer.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and hierarchy among monsters and demons.
• The bond between Shien and the Black Dragon.

Character Interactions

• Shien and Aiyi: Shien is awestruck by Aiyi's revelations, while Aiyi is intrigued by Shien's bond with the Black Dragon.
• Shien and Black Dragon: The Black Dragon demonstrates its loyalty to Shien, further solidifying their bond.
• Aiyi and Black Dragon: Aiyi tries to recruit the Black Dragon, but it declines, showing its commitment to Shien.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Aiyi, the Black Dragon Queen, tries to recruit the Black Dragon to the Demon Realm, but the dragon refuses, choosing to stay with Shien.
• Shien decides to keep the Black Dragon as his companion and names it 'Yulin', expressing his ambition for the dragon's future.
• Aiyi, impressed by Shien's capabilities and Yulin's potential, decides to help cultivate Yulin as a favor to Shien.

Character Developments

• Shien: Realizes the Black Dragon's loyalty and uniqueness, decides to keep it as his companion, and names it Yulin.
• Black Dragon (Yulin): Demonstrates exceptional resolve and loyalty, refusing Aiyi's offer to stay with Shien.
• Aiyi: Admires Yulin's potential and decides to help cultivate it, seeing it as a favor to Shien.

Significant Themes

• Loyalty and responsibility (Yulin's dedication to Shien)
• Potential and growth (Aiyi's recognition of Yulin's abilities)
• Ambition (Shien's hopes for Yulin's future)

Character Interactions

• Shien and Yulin: Shien pats Yulin affectionately, expressing his newfound respect and decision to keep Yulin as his companion.
• Aiyi and Shien: Aiyi watches Shien with Yulin, acknowledging Shien's capabilities and deciding to help cultivate Yulin as a favor to him.
• Aiyi and Yulin: Aiyi admires Yulin's potential and decides to help cultivate it, expressing regret at not being able to recruit it to the Demon Realm.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shien returns to the camp after taming a Dragon, and Aiyi takes Yulin with her to prevent it from going mad due to the Demon Refining Ritual.
• Yulin, driven by anger and humiliation, decides to seek revenge on the humans who trapped and attempted to refine it.
• Vasco and his group of nobles are traveling through a desert, discussing their hatred for Tier and their determination to kill her.
• A black dragon (Yulin) suddenly appears in the sky, heading towards Vasco's group with clear hostile intent.

Character Developments

• Yulin: Shows determination and anger, driven by the desire for revenge.
• Vasco: Reveals his deep-seated hatred for Tier and her mother, fueling his desire to kill Tier.
• Aiyi: Demonstrates understanding and support for Yulin's desire for revenge, showing her manipulative nature.

Significant Themes

• Revenge and the desire for retribution.
• The consequences of past actions (Vasco's hatred stemming from the assassination incident ten years ago).
• The manipulation of emotions and actions for personal gain (Aiyi encouraging Yulin's revenge).

Character Interactions

• Aiyi and Yulin: Aiyi understands and encourages Yulin's desire for revenge, showing a connection between them.
• Vasco and the nobles: They discuss their shared hatred for Tier, bonding over their common goal.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Black Dragon, Yulin, recovers and breaks free from the ritual and Demon Refining effects, becoming even stronger.
• Led by Vasco, the nobles and knights attempt to flee but are pursued and killed by Yulin.
• Vasco tries to escape by using others as shields and jumping off a cliff, but Yulin finds and kills him.

Character Developments

• Yulin (Black Dragon): Recognizes a master, receives a name, and earns the favor of the Lord of Dragons, becoming stronger and more powerful.
• Vasco: Becomes desperate and ruthless in his attempt to survive, revealing his true nature and lack of loyalty to his allies.

Significant Themes

• Power and Weakness: Yulin's transformation highlights the power dynamics between humans and dragons, with humans being vulnerable in the face of dragon might.
• Loyalty and Betrayal: Vasco's actions show the extent to which he will go to save himself, betraying his allies and showing no loyalty.

Character Interactions

• Yulin vs. Humans: Yulin pursues and kills the fleeing humans, showing no mercy.
• Vasco vs. Humans: Vasco uses his allies as shields to buy time for his escape, showing his disregard for their lives.
• Yulin vs. Vasco: Yulin finds and kills Vasco, ending his schemes and settling the grudge between them.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jacinta captures a Demonoid Larva, hoping to lure out the Primal Demon behind it, but the Primal Demon doesn't reveal itself.
• Jacinta decides not to wait for the Demonoid Larva to consume its offering and grow stronger, as he lacks the strength to capture it then.
• The Demonoid Creation Plan's final stage is approaching, and the Primal Demon will likely show its hand soon.
• Shien introduces a new companion, a Black Dragon named Yulin, to his group, and they plan to ride it back.

Character Developments

• Jacinta shows his strategic thinking and awareness of the Demonoid Larva's threat.
• Shien demonstrates his confidence and nonchalance in the face of a powerful creature like Yulin.

Significant Themes

• The growing threat of the Demonoid Creation Plan and the Primal Demon.
• The power dynamics between different factions and the consequences of their actions.

Character Interactions

• Jacinta interacts with Jess and Lis, his companions, discussing their strategy and the Demonoid Larva.
• Shien interacts with Vivian and her group, introducing Yulin and planning their return journey.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Roxie, the Kingdom's second princess, leads her Sacred Sword Knights to Arutol Canyon after hearing about the Kingdom Knights' annihilation.
• She concludes that the incident was not a natural disaster but a targeted attack using powerful magic.
• A giant black dragon emerges from the canyon, carrying several familiar figures, including Shien.

Character Developments

• Roxie demonstrates her strategic thinking and ability to assess situations quickly, realizing the incident was not a natural disaster.
• Shien shows off his new mode of transportation, riding a dragon, surprising Roxie and her knights.

Significant Themes

• Trust and loyalty: Roxie trusts Shien despite the destruction he caused, believing he had a reason for his actions.
• Power and influence: The Sacred Sword Knights' presence and Roxie's reaction to Shien's arrival highlight the power dynamics between them.

Character Interactions

• Roxie and Shien: Their interaction is filled with surprise and slight tension, with Roxie expressing her shock at Shien's arrival and Shien's surprise at seeing Roxie.
• Roxie and her Sacred Sword Knights: The knights show unwavering loyalty to Roxie, following her orders and preparing to defend her against the perceived threat of the black dragon.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shien and his group ride Yulin (Arutol's Black Dragon) out of the canyon, shocking the Kingdom Knights and Princess Roxie.
• Shien reveals he tamed Yulin, causing further astonishment.
• Aiyi warns Shien not to reveal the Demonoid Larva and Demon Refining Ritual to the kingdom.
• Shien instructs Roxie to seal the canyon due to dangerous monsters inside and expresses his desire to go home and eat.

Character Developments

• Shien demonstrates his powerful [Taming] skill by taming Arutol's Black Dragon.
• Aiyi shows concern for the Demon Race's reputation and secrets.
• Princess Roxie is shown to be curious and determined to uncover the truth about recent events.

Significant Themes

• The power of the [Taming] skill and its potential to subdue even the most powerful monsters.
• The importance of secrets and their potential impact on different races' relations.
• The desire for a normal life (going home, eating) after facing extraordinary circumstances.

Character Interactions

• Shien and Roxie's interaction shows Shien's nonchalance and Roxie's curiosity and determination.
• Aiyi and Shien's interaction reveals Aiyi's concern for her race's secrets and her ability to communicate privately with Shien.
• Shien's interaction with Yulin demonstrates his bond with the Black Dragon and his ability to control it.

Key Plot Points and Events

• News of the Kingdom Knights' annihilation in Arutol Canyon spreads rapidly through the Royal Capital, causing widespread unrest.
• A Dragon is spotted flying into the Royal Capital, further heightening tension.
• Shien and his companions are summoned to the Royal Palace for questioning.
• Shien admits to annihilating the Kingdom Knights but claims it was to stop a wicked magic ritual orchestrated by House Galuoli and the Old Demon Faction.
• The Royal Palace decides not to pursue the matter due to Shien's strength and the suspicious actions of many within the Kingdom Knights.
• The Kingdom announces the punishment of House Galuoli and other involved nobles, the reorganization of the Kingdom Knights, and the sealing of Arutol Canyon.
• Shien is rewarded for his service.

Character Developments

• Shien demonstrates his power and influence, taming a Black Dragon and admitting to his actions without fear of repercussions.
• Anxi, the King, and other high-ranking officials recognize Shien's value as a Taming Master and decide not to act against him.
• Roxie, Jacinta, and House Razahad support Shien, further solidifying his position.

Significant Themes

• Power and influence: Shien's actions and the subsequent reactions from the Royal Palace highlight the importance of power and influence in the kingdom's politics.
• Corruption among nobles: The involvement of House Galuoli and other nobles in the magic ritual underscores the corruption and self-serving nature of some noble families.
• The threat of the Old Demon Faction: The magic ritual and the actions of the Old Demon Faction serve as a reminder of the ongoing threat posed by this faction.

Character Interactions

• Shien interacts with the Royal Palace, openly admitting his actions and providing evidence to support his claims.
• Roxie, Jacinta, and House Razahad support Shien, showing unity among some factions within the kingdom.
• The Kingdom Knights and nobles clash with Shien, leading to a power struggle within the kingdom's political landscape.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shien and his group return to House Razahad after successfully completing their mission, exhausted and in need of rest.
• Yulin, the Black Dragon, is taken care of by Roxie and placed in the Royal Capital's stables for taming various monsters.
• Roxie requests a meeting with Shien after he has rested.
• The Duke of House Streim and his son, Limjo, plot against Shien, deciding to send a gift to lure him out of the Royal Capital.

Character Developments

• Shien: He successfully tames Yulin, gaining recognition and protection from the kingdom. He is now cautious about Roxie's intentions and expects her to press him about his Taming Skill.
• Roxie: She is intrigued by Shien's ability to tame a dragon and wants to confirm if he possesses a high-level Taming Skill.
• Limjo: He feels threatened by Shien's growing status and influence, leading to increased frustration and desperation to find a way to deal with him.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics: Shien's ability to tame Yulin shifts the power balance, making it difficult for House Streim to act against him.
• Status and recognition: Shien's contributions and unique skills earn him respect and protection from the kingdom, making it harder for his enemies to target him.
• Manipulation: Both Roxie and the Streim Family attempt to manipulate Shien for their own purposes.

Character Interactions

• Shien and Roxie: Their interaction is tense, with Roxie trying to hide her true intentions, and Shien being aware of her schemes.
• Shien and Limjo: Their interactions are strained, with Limjo trying to build rapport with Shien while plotting against him.
• Barry and Limjo: The father-son duo plots against Shien, deciding to send a gift to lure him out of the Royal Capital.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shien dreams of Tier, leading to an embarrassing situation upon waking.
• Lasha finds herself in bed with Shien, having been pulled there during his dream.
• Shien confirms Lasha's account of his actions during the dream, leading to embarrassment and frustration.

Character Developments

• Shien: Struggles with his feelings for Tier and his actions in the dream, leading to embarrassment and determination to assert himself.
• Lasha: Remains calm and composed throughout the situation, revealing that she's used to such incidents with Vivian.

Significant Themes

• Embarrassment and its consequences.
• The power dynamic between master and servant (Lasha's acceptance of Shien's actions due to her role).
• Shien's growing determination to assert himself.

Character Interactions

• Shien and Lasha: Their interaction is filled with tension, embarrassment, and a hint of challenge from Shien.
• Shien and Tier (off-page): Shien's dream about Tier leads to his actions with Lasha, highlighting his unspoken feelings for Tier.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Vivian's team reunites at House Razahad, showing stronger bonds after their ordeal.
• Lasha's presence and role in the mansion are revealed, surprising the team.
• The team learns they've all improved in strength and received compensation for the incident.
• Vivian asks Shien about his reward, and he expresses his reluctance to become a noble.

Character Developments

• Tier's mindset changes, becoming more open and comfortable with her team after realizing their acceptance of her origins.
• Shien is drawn to Tier after their dream battle, acting differently around her.
• Lasha demonstrates her capabilities and composure, impressing the team.

Significant Themes

• The power of friendship and acceptance, as seen in Tier's growth and the team's bond.
• The consequences of past actions, with the team benefiting from the nobles' downfall.

Character Interactions

• Vivian's team interacts with Lasha, learning about her role in the mansion and her capabilities.
• Shien and Roxie discuss Shien's reward, with Roxie pushing for him to become a noble.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shien visits Roxie at the Royal Palace, finding Liyadella (the first princess) and her guard knight Shana also present.
• Roxie tries to recruit Shien to become a noble, which surprises Shien as she hadn't actively pursued this before.
• Roxie argues that becoming a noble will help Shien establish his own power and prevent other nobles from trying to control him.

Character Developments

• Shien remains disinterested in becoming a noble, finding it troublesome and preferring his current freedom.
• Roxie shows determination in trying to convince Shien to accept the noble title, suggesting she sees great potential in him.
• Liyadella denies instigating Roxie's recruitment efforts but doesn't hide her interest in having Shien as an ally.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and the desire to control powerful individuals (Shien's taming abilities).
• The responsibilities and burdens that come with status and wealth (noble title).
• The struggle between personal freedom and societal expectations.

Character Interactions

• Shien and Roxie engage in a direct conversation about the noble title, with Shien expressing his disinterest and Roxie trying to persuade him.
• Liyadella and Shien have a brief exchange, with Liyadella denying involvement in Roxie's recruitment efforts but hinting at her own interest in Shien's abilities.
• Roxie and Shien's dynamic shows a shift, with Roxie taking a more proactive role in trying to influence Shien's decisions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Roxie, the princess, tries to convince Shien to become a noble, which is unusual as she typically avoids such direct requests.
• Roxie assures Shien that he won't be overly dispatched by the kingdom and that his consent will be required for any tasks.
• Shien agrees to become a noble after Roxie promises that he won't be burdened with too many troublesome matters.

Character Developments

• Roxie: Roxie shows her determination and desperation in persuading Shien, revealing her hidden feelings and willingness to use her influence for him.
• Shien: Shien shows understanding and compromise, realizing Roxie's sincerity and accepting the noble title.

Significant Themes

• Friendship vs. Romantic Feelings: Roxie's actions hint at a shift in her feelings towards Shien, moving from friendship to something more.
• Power Dynamics: The chapter explores the dynamics of power and influence, with Roxie using her status to assure Shien and Shien considering the potential burdens of nobility.

Character Interactions

• Roxie and Shien: Their interaction reveals Roxie's hidden feelings and Shien's understanding and acceptance.
• Ria and Shana: They observe the interaction between Roxie and Shien, with Ria smiling wryly and Shana being mesmerized by Roxie's genuine smile.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shien learns about two types of nobles: Kingdom Nobles with territories and Honorary Nobles without territories.
• He decides to become an Honorary Noble, choosing freedom over territorial responsibilities.
• Roxie explains the rights, privileges, and obligations of Honorary Nobles, including the formation of knight orders and private armies based on noble rank.
• Shien is directly bestowed the title of Viscount, with an annual stipend of ten thousand gold coins and a house in the noble district.
• He learns about the rights of polygyny for nobles, based on their rank.

Character Developments

• Shien shows practical wisdom in choosing the noble path that suits him best, prioritizing freedom and personal growth.
• Roxie demonstrates her knowledge of noble laws and procedures, acting as a guide for Shien.

Significant Themes

• Freedom vs. Responsibility: Shien chooses the path of an Honorary Noble, prioritizing freedom over the responsibilities that come with a territory.
• Rights and Privileges: The chapter explores the rights and privileges that come with nobility, including the formation of armies and the right to polygyny.

Character Interactions

• Shien interacts with Roxie, who guides him through the process of becoming a noble and explains the various rights and privileges that come with the title.
• Shien's reaction to the news of polygyny for nobles shows his eagerness to embrace his new status.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shien leaves Roxie's room after a tense conversation.
• Ria and Roxie discuss Shien's importance and Roxie's determination to keep him in the Kingdom.
• Roxie reveals she has a premonition that Shien might leave and expresses her desire to keep him.
• Shien announces to his wives that he's agreed to become an honorary noble in the Royal Capital.

Character Developments

• Roxie: Shows determination to keep Shien in the Kingdom, hinting at romantic feelings for him.
• Shien: Agrees to become an honorary noble, considering the Royal Capital as his base.
• Ria: Realizes Roxie's feelings for Shien and understands the potential consequences if the royal family acts against Shien.
• Tier: Offers to stay with Shien if he decides to remain in the Royal Capital.

Significant Themes

• Roxie's feelings for Shien and her determination to keep him in the Kingdom.
• The political implications of Shien's status and the Kingdom's efforts to recruit him.
• The potential conflict between the Kingdom and neighboring countries regarding Shien's allegiance.

Character Interactions

• Roxie and Ria: Discuss Shien's importance and Roxie's reasons for wanting to keep him.
• Shien and his wives: Shien announces his decision to become an honorary noble, and Tier offers to stay with him if he chooses to remain in the Royal Capital.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Tier expresses her willingness to stay in the Royal Capital, which surprises everyone.
• Merika also decides to stay, further astonishing the group.
• Shien changes his mind about staying in the Royal Capital, attracted by its opportunities and people.
• Lumya is hesitant to stay due to her sisters in Lamigium, but Tier and Vivian encourage her to bring them to the Royal Capital for better training opportunities.
• Shien offers his future house as a place for everyone to live together.
• Lasha reports that Limjo Streim left a gift for Shien.

Character Developments

• Tier shows concern for Shien's well-being and is willing to stay in the Royal Capital for his sake.
• Merika's feelings for Shien become more apparent as she decides to stay.
• Lumya struggles with the decision to leave her sisters but is eventually convinced to bring them to the Royal Capital.
• Shien expresses a desire to find a partner and continue his family line, showing a new side to his character.
• Lasha remains calm and professional, reporting Limjo's gift to Shien.

Significant Themes

• The importance of family and relationships, as seen through Shien's desire to find a partner and Lumya's concern for her sisters.
• The pursuit of strength and opportunities, which drives Tier, Merika, and Lumya to stay in the Royal Capital.

Character Interactions

• Tier and Shien's relationship improves, with Tier showing concern for Shien's well-being.
• Merika's feelings for Shien become more evident as she decides to stay in the Royal Capital.
• Lumya's interactions with her party members show her struggle with leaving her sisters behind and her eventual decision to bring them to the Royal Capital.
• Shien's interactions with his party members reflect his newfound desire to find a partner and continue his family line.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shien is to be granted a peerage and become an honorary Viscount, causing a stir in the Royal Capital.
• The news spreads rapidly due to Shien's recent achievements and the Kingdom's promotion of the event.
• Many nobles are envious and displeased, grumbling about Shien's rapid rise but not daring to act against him.
• Shien's ennoblement ceremony is scheduled for the end of the month, followed by a noble banquet at his residence.
• Aiyi considers attending the banquet using her true identity, but Shien persuades her not to.

Character Developments

• Shien remains unfazed by the attention and gossip, focusing on his studies and preparing for his ennoblement.
• Roxie provides guidance to Shien about the ennoblement process and the expectations for his banquet.
• Aiyi shows concern for Shien's well-being and wants to protect him, causing him some apprehension.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics and politics among nobles in the Royal Capital.
• The impact of Shien's rapid rise in status and the envy it generates among the nobility.
• The importance of connections and influence in the noble world, as demonstrated by the upcoming ennoblement banquet.

Character Interactions

• Shien interacts with Roxie, who guides him through the ennoblement process and warns him about the nobles' envy.
• Shien has a tense exchange with Aiyi, who wants to attend his ennoblement banquet using her true identity.
• Shien considers the well-being of Yulin and plans to bring her to live with him after his ennoblement.