Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shien returns to House Poztut, finding it swarmed with people wanting to meet him due to his status as a Hero and his fiancées (Aiyi and the Princess).
• The crowd becomes chaotic, with individuals claiming high statuses pushing and shouting to meet Shien.
• Ryley Razahad, acting president of the Adventurer's Guild headquarters, and members of Vivian's Squad (Lumya, Tier, and Vivian) emerge from House Poztut to clear the crowd.
• Ryley announces that Shien is not at home, but the crowd becomes insistent and even critical of Shien's supposed snobbery.

Character Developments

• Shien is surprised by his newfound popularity and the extent to which people will go to meet him.
• Yulin demonstrates her high level of humanization and understanding of political dynamics.
• Ryley shows assertiveness and professionalism in handling the chaotic situation.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and the desire to build connections with influential figures.
• The impact of Shien's status as a Hero and his fiancées on the political landscape.

Character Interactions

• Shien interacts with Yulin and Lilith, showing affection towards them.
• Ryley and Vivian's Squad members work together to manage the crowd.
• The crowd interacts with Ryley, initially respectful but becoming insistent and critical.

Key Plot Points & Events

• A beautiful young girl, Yulin (Artur's Black Dragon), appears and disciplines three influential men who had spoken disrespectfully about Shien.
• Yulin reveals her identity and scares off the remaining influential visitors, who had come to meet Shien.
• Shien returns home with Lumya and Tier.

Character Developments

• Yulin demonstrates her power and loyalty to Shien, acting as his enforcer.
• Shien shows indifference to the influential visitors, indicating his growing confidence and power.
• Lumya and Tier show excitement upon Shien's return.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and respect: Yulin's actions highlight the importance of respect and the consequences of disrespecting Shien.
• Status and influence: The influential visitors' behavior and Shien's indifference to them underscore Shien's growing status and influence.

Character Interactions

• Yulin and Shien: Yulin shows loyalty and protectiveness towards Shien, while Shien is understanding and accepting of her actions.
• Shien and the influential visitors: Shien shows indifference and lack of concern for the influential visitors, indicating his growing power and confidence.
• Lumya and Tier: Both girls show excitement and happiness at Shien's return, suggesting a growing attachment to him.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shien's return to House Poztut causes a grand celebration among the servants, maids, and knights.
• House Poztut has significantly expanded, with an increased number of servants, maids, and a newly established Knight order.
• The house faced security issues due to Shien's status as the Hero, attracting unwanted attention.

Character Developments

• Shien is surprised by the extent of his popularity among the people of House Poztut.
• Shien's anger is briefly revealed when he learns about the Old Demon Faction's attempted invasion.
• Ryley's role as the proxy for House Poztut and the acting president of the Adventurer's Guild is highlighted.

Significant Themes

• The power and influence of Shien's status as the Hero.
• The responsibilities and challenges of being the head of a noble house.
• The importance of trust and loyalty in one's household.

Character Interactions

• Shien interacts with the people of House Poztut, expressing his surprise at their enthusiasm.
• Shien discusses the security issues with Vivian, Ryley, and the others, revealing his concern for the trustworthiness of the new knights.
• Ryley explains her role as the proxy for House Poztut, hinting at her father's support for Shien.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shien tours House Poztut and sees its transformation under Ryley's leadership.
• House Poztut now has a significant number of servants, maids, and knights, including two Level Seventy knights.
• People continue to join House Poztut due to Shien's reputation as the Hero.

Character Developments

• Shien is surprised and emotional about the changes in House Poztut.
• Ryley has grown in confidence and capability, leading House Poztut's expansion.
• Vivian, Tiera, and Lumya decide to join the House Poztut knights to support Shien.

Significant Themes

• The power and influence of House Poztut have grown significantly, making it a formidable noble lineage.
• Shien's reputation as the Hero draws people to House Poztut, but also presents potential dangers.

Character Interactions

• Shien interacts with Ryley, Vivian, Tiera, and Lumya, learning about the changes in House Poztut.
• Ryley expresses her pride in Vivian but also her frustration at losing her childhood friend to Shien.
• Yulin asserts her status as the strongest guardian of the family, feeling that other knights are unnecessary.

Plot Points and Events

• Shien tours his family's estate, feeling satisfied with its current state.
• Ryley advises Shien to find a trustworthy proxy to manage House Poztut, as Shien is too busy.
• Shien considers Yulin as a potential proxy, evaluating her qualities and deciding to make her study and improve her skills.

Character Developments

• Shien shows his thoughtful side, considering the future of House Poztut and Yulin's potential.
• Yulin, though initially reluctant, accepts Shien's decision to make her study more, showing growth and understanding.

Significant Themes

• The importance of a leader for House Poztut's development.
• The potential title merger between Shien and Princess Roxie, and its implications for their families.
• The value of continuous learning and improvement, as seen in Shien's decision to make Yulin study more.

Character Interactions

• Shien and Ryley discuss the future of House Poztut, with Ryley advising Shien to find a proxy.
• Shien evaluates Yulin as a potential proxy, leading to a change in Yulin's daily routine and a shift in their dynamic.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Laisha appears in the bathhouse where Shien is, surprising him.
• Laisha reveals she's not wearing clothes, which stops Shien from moving.
• Laisha admits she came to see what Shien gained in the Demon Realm.
• Shien and Laisha argue about who took Lasha, with Shien claiming Lasha is his.

Character Developments

• Shien shows his shameless and teasing nature, but also his protective side when it comes to Lasha.
• Laisha shows her anger and resentment towards Shien, but also her determination to protect Lasha.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics and tension between Shien and Laisha.
• The possessiveness and protectiveness over Lasha between Shien and Laisha.

Character Interactions

• Shien and Laisha's interaction is filled with tension, banter, and underlying conflict.
• Shien's teasing and Laisha's anger create a comedic and tense dynamic.
• The argument over Lasha highlights their possessiveness and protective instincts.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Her Ladyship Laisha's sudden and brief visit.
• Tier activates her dangerous Unique Skill, Oni Transformation, in Shien's presence.
• Tier reveals that she has grown a new Horn, allowing her to control her power during Oni Transformation.

Character Developments

• Shien: Realizes Tier's significant change and growth; is astonished by her newfound control over Oni Transformation.
• Tier: Has grown a new Horn, enabling her to control her power during Oni Transformation; has become more restrained yet more dangerous.

Significant Themes

• Growth and transformation: Both Tier and Shien's wives have significantly grown and changed in Shien's absence.
• Power and control: Tier's struggle to control her power and Shien's realization of his wives' rapid growth highlight the theme of power and control.

Character Interactions

• Shien and Tier: Share a tender moment; Shien questions Tier about her changes, and she reveals her new Horn and control over Oni Transformation.
• Shien and Laisha: Laisha's brief visit hints at an upcoming serious matter, but she doesn't share it with Shien, indicating a strained relationship.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Tier expresses her desire to challenge Aridia Ardbain, the strongest human alive and her father.
• Shien warns Tier about the vast difference in their strengths and advises her to wait until she reaches Legendary-tier.
• Tier remains determined to challenge Aridia, believing the battle will help her grow stronger.
• Shien agrees to arrange a meeting between Tier and Aridia.

Character Developments

• Tier demonstrates her resolve and confidence in her abilities, showing she's ready to face her past.
• Shien reveals his understanding of Tier's potential and her [Oni Transformation] ability's limitations.

Significant Themes

• Confronting the past: Tier is ready to face her father and her childhood shadows.
• Growth and development: Tier believes in using this challenge to grow stronger.
• Wisdom vs. Impulsiveness: Shien advises caution, while Tier is determined to act now.

Character Interactions

• Tier and Shien have a heart-to-heart conversation, with Shien acting as a mentor and Tier as a determined student.
• Laisha interacts with Shafna, the succubus princess, displaying fear and respect towards her power.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shien returns to the Royal Capital, sparking rumors about his engagement with Princess Roxielusty.
• The Royal Capital is bustling with important figures arriving for the Three Races' summit.
• Shien visits Roxie in the Royal Palace, finding Ria already there.

Character Developments

• Shien: He remains nonchalant about the engagement rumors and is determined to resolve the issue.
• Roxie: She maintains a cool persona but is secretly upset by Shien's subtle mocking.
• Ria: She is resentful about Shien's return and the engagement but remains committed to helping him and Roxie.

Significant Themes

• The impact of Shien's return on the Kingdom and the royal family.
• The tension between Shien's engagement with Roxie and the expectations of the Kingdom.
• The upcoming Three Races' summit and the influx of important figures to the Royal Capital.

Character Interactions

• Shien and Roxie: Their interaction is tense due to Roxie's new cool persona and Shien's subtle mocking.
• Shien and Ria: They exchange barbs, with Ria resentful and Shien nonchalant.
• Shien, Roxie, and Ria: They decide to meet with the King to resolve the engagement issue.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shien, Roxie, Ria, and Shana find King Anxi and Aridia in the king's bedchamber, both looking exhausted.
• Anxi is resentful towards Shien for keeping him waiting all night.
• Shien senses that Aridia has improved and is now level 99.
• Anxi and Shien discuss the engagement between Shien and Aiyi, with Anxi expressing the Kingdom's desire to avoid Roxie becoming a mere supporting character.

Character Developments

• Shien: Shows concern for Anxi's well-being, remains calm and composed despite Anxi's resentment, and demonstrates his growth by not revealing his full strength to Aridia.
• King Anxi: Struggles with his resentment towards Shien but ultimately acknowledges Shien's talents and the benefits of his engagement to Aiyi. He expresses his desire to protect Roxie's status and potential.
• Aridia: Shows improvement, reaching level 99, and reflects on his previous defeat by Shien. He acknowledges Shien's strength but does not seek immediate revenge.

Significant Themes

• Power Dynamics: The characters' levels and strengths influence their interactions and decisions, with Shien's growth being a significant factor in the story.
• Status and Prestige: The characters' positions and potential impact the Kingdom's decisions, with Anxi prioritizing Roxie's status and Shien's engagement to Aiyi.

Character Interactions

• Shien and Anxi: Their interaction is tense due to Anxi's resentment, but they maintain a respectful and direct conversation about the engagement.
• Shien and Aridia: They acknowledge each other's growth, with Aridia showing restraint in seeking revenge and Shien not provoking him.
• Roxie and Ria: They exchange glances, showing concern for Anxi's mood and understanding of his resentment towards Shien.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Roxie's unique identity and backing from the God Race make her an equal match to Aiyi, supported by the Demon Race.
• Roxie refuses to nullify her engagement with Shien and demands a solution that satisfies everyone.
• Shien insists on marrying both Roxie and Aiyi simultaneously, refusing to categorize his wives or compromise on their status.
• Anxi, the King, is pressured to find a solution that respects both the Demon Race and the Kingdom's customs.

Character Developments

• Roxie displays determination and assertiveness in her engagement with Shien, prioritizing her own happiness and status.
• Shien demonstrates his resolve to treat all his wives equally and protect their individual dignities, even against the King's wishes.
• Anxi shows concern for the Kingdom's reputation and the potential consequences of offending the Demon Race.

Significant Themes

• The importance of face and reputation for individuals and nations.
• The tension between personal desires and political necessities.
• The power dynamics between the Three Races (Human, Demon, and God) and their potential impact on the upcoming summit.

Character Interactions

• Roxie and Shien maintain their resolve to marry, despite the King's concerns and the potential backlash from the Demon Race.
• Anxi interacts with Shien, Roxie, and Ria, trying to find a solution that satisfies everyone while considering the political implications.
• Ria supports Shien's stance, showing consideration for the overall situation and the potential consequences of offending the Demon Race.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Anxi decides to promote Shien's noble rank from Count to Marquis to retain him in the Kingdom and deter poaching attempts by foreign powers.
• The wedding date between Shien and Roxie is to be moved up to prevent any complications.
• Aridia challenges Shien to a duel, but Shien declines, stating that Aridia should fight someone else.

Character Developments

• Shien: Shows understanding of Anxi's concerns and accepts the promotion, displaying pragmatism and lack of attachment to his noble status. He also shows reluctance towards marriage but ultimately agrees.
• Anxi: Demonstrates his strategic thinking and desire to secure Shien's loyalty to the Kingdom by promoting his rank and pushing for an early marriage to Roxie.
• Roxie: Eager for the wedding to happen soon, showing her affection for Shien.
• Aridia: Displaying determination and ambition, he challenges Shien to a duel to test his strength and prove himself.

Significant Themes

• The importance of Shien's status and loyalty to the Kingdom.
• The political maneuvering involved in maintaining power and influence.
• The desire for personal growth and recognition, as seen in Aridia's challenge.

Character Interactions

• Shien and Anxi: The King and the Hero discuss Shien's noble rank and wedding date, showing a mix of mutual understanding and tension.
• Shien and Roxie: The couple's dynamic is playful, with Roxie eager for marriage and Shien showing reluctance but ultimately agreeing.
• Aridia and Shien: Aridia challenges Shien to a duel, but Shien declines, hinting at a different path for Aridia to take.
• Aridia and Shana, Anxi, Roxie, Ria: Their reactions to Aridia's challenge show concern, surprise, and confusion, respectively.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shien, Roxie, Ria, and Shana leave the King's chambers.
• Anxi expresses worry about Aridia's decision to accept Shien's daughter's challenge.
• Aridia remains composed, believing his daughter has a method to defeat him.
• Roxie, Ria, and Shana discuss the challenge, expressing concern and disbelief.
• Shien decides to involve Roxie, Yulin, and Lilith in case of an emergency.
• The three goddesses sneeze simultaneously in the Demon Realm, feeling slandered.
• A mysterious scene unfolds on a main street in the Royal Capital, with a captivating laughter echoing.

Character Developments

• Aridia shows confidence in his daughter's abilities, hinting at her potential growth.
• Roxie expresses deep concern for her childhood friend, willing to intervene if necessary.
• Shien demonstrates his protective nature towards Roxie, planning to involve other powerful allies.
• The three goddesses remain clueless about their situation, continuing to complain.

Significant Themes

• Family loyalty and unity (Shien, Roxie, Yulin, Lilith, and later Aiyi).
• Confidence in one's abilities and potential (Aridia's daughter, Roxie's concern).
• Power dynamics and alliances (Roxie, Shien, Yulin, and Lilith's involvement).
• The mysterious and captivating presence of an unknown individual (the street scene).

Character Interactions

• Anxi and Aridia discuss the challenge, with Anxi expressing doubt and Aridia showing confidence.
• Roxie, Ria, and Shana discuss the challenge, revealing their concerns and disbelief.
• Shien and Roxie decide to involve other powerful allies in case of an emergency.
• The three goddesses interact, complaining about their situation and expressing a desire to leave.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shien returns to the Royal Capital, unaware of the political tension.
• Ria, now taking over Anxi's duties, is busy preparing for the three-race talks.
• Roxie, having handed over her powers, is more leisurely but still manages the Sacred Sword Knights.
• Shien decides to cultivate the Sacred Sword Knights, considering their potential.
• Shien and Roxie discuss the remnants of the Old Demon Faction infiltrators.

Character Developments

• Ria is shown to be taking on more responsibilities, indicating her growth as a leader.
• Roxie is more relaxed and open with Shien, showing a different side of her personality.
• Shien demonstrates his strategic thinking by considering the potential of the Sacred Sword Knights.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and succession (Ria taking over Anxi's duties, Roxie handing over her powers).
• Potential and cultivation (Shien's decision to nurture the Sacred Sword Knights).
• The consequences of past actions (the remnants of the Old Demon Faction infiltrators).

Character Interactions

• Shien and Roxie's relationship continues to develop, with Roxie showing more vulnerability.
• Ria's absence highlights her growing responsibilities and the changing dynamics of the royal family.
• Shien's interaction with the Sacred Sword Knights is foreshadowed, indicating future developments.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shien returns to the Royal Capital and learns that the Old Demon Faction has attacked House Poztut.
• He intends to interrogate captured Old Demon members to gain information about the faction.
• The citizens of the Royal Capital suddenly fall into a frenzied state, brawling and attacking each other and the Kingdom Knights.
• Shien and Roxie are summoned to the scene, and Roxie uses her magic power to calm the situation.

Character Developments

• Shien's hatred towards the Old Demon Faction deepens, and he's determined to settle the score.
• Roxie shows her authority and power as a princess, calming the chaotic situation with her magic.

Significant Themes

• The Old Demon Faction's influence and Shien's personal vendetta against them.
• The power dynamics between the nobility and the common people, as seen in the citizens' rebellion against the nobles.

Character Interactions

• Shien and Roxie work together to address the chaotic situation in the Royal Capital.
• The citizens, driven into a frenzy, attack each other and the Kingdom Knights, highlighting the breakdown of social order.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A large-scale brawl occurs in the Royal Capital, leaving streets chaotic and people injured.
• Roxie, the princess, arrives and is furious at the scene. She demands an explanation.
• Shien, the Hero, appears and reveals he knows the cause of the chaos.
• Shien decides to take Roxie to meet the source of the disturbance.

Character Developments

• Roxie: Displayed anger and authority as a princess, but also showed confusion and curiosity about the situation.
• Shien: Demonstrated understanding of the situation, assertiveness, and a hint of exasperation regarding the mysterious woman.

Significant Themes

• The power of beauty and charm, driving people to madness and conflict.
• The consequences of impulsive actions and the importance of self-control.

Character Interactions

• Roxie and Shien: Roxie seeks answers from Shien, who decides to take her to meet the woman causing the commotion.
• Roxie and the crowd: Roxie orders the arrest of those involved in the brawl, showing her authority.
• Shien and the crowd: Shien uses his power to silence those who try to stop him from meeting the woman, demonstrating his strength and determination.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Succubus Shafna, a demoness with an angel's face and a devil's body, appears in a bustling commercial street, causing a commotion. Everyone is captivated by her beauty and follows her, fighting over a gold coin she touched.
• Shien and Roxie witness this scene and recognize Shafna. Shien uses magic to put the fighting crowd to sleep.

Character Developments

• Roxie is initially captivated by Shafna's beauty but quickly regains her composure. She's worried about Shien's reaction to Shafna.
• Shien is nervous about Roxie's reaction to Shafna and denies knowing her.

Significant Themes

• The power of beauty and charm, which can captivate and control people.
• The danger of infatuation and obsession, as seen in historical accounts of people's reactions to Shafna.

Character Interactions

• Roxie and Shien's relationship is tested when Shafna appears. Roxie is worried about Shien's reaction, and Shien is nervous about Roxie's.
• The crowd's reaction to Shafna showcases their infatuation and obsession with her beauty.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shafna returns, captivating everyone with her ethereal voice and appearance.
• Shien and Roxie are initially overlooked due to Shafna's presence.
• Shafna praises Roxie's beauty, and Roxie humbly responds.
• Shien blocks Shafna from approaching Roxie, suspecting her of having ulterior motives.
• Shafna reveals she scored Roxie 90 points, confirming her interest in Roxie.
• Roxie asks about Shafna's early arrival in the Royal Capital.
• Shafna admits she came to the Royal Capital to chase after Shien.

Character Developments

• Shafna demonstrates her ethereal beauty and charm, captivating everyone.
• Roxie shows humility and poise when praised by Shafna.
• Shien displays protectiveness towards Roxie and suspicion towards Shafna.
• Shafna reveals her interest in Roxie and her pursuit of Shien.

Significant Themes

• The power of beauty and charm, as demonstrated by Shafna.
• Humility and poise, as shown by Roxie.
• Protectiveness and suspicion, as exhibited by Shien.
• Pursuit and interest, as displayed by Shafna.

Character Interactions

• Shafna captivates Shien and Roxie with her presence and voice.
• Shien blocks Shafna from approaching Roxie, showing protectiveness.
• Shafna and Roxie engage in a brief, polite exchange.
• Shafna and Shien have a tense, playful exchange, with Shafna revealing her pursuit of Shien.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shien and Shafna's arrival in the Royal Capital causes a commotion, with people being captivated by Shafna's beauty and glaring at Shien with hostility.
• Shien, annoyed by the attention, takes Shafna's hand and leaves, using magic to incapacitate the angry crowd, including the Kingdom's knights.
• Shafna is unconcerned about the chaos she causes, believing it's not her responsibility to restrain herself.
• Roxie, Anxi, and Ria discuss the impact of Shafna's presence and Shien's interaction with her.

Character Developments

• Shien: Shows annoyance and impatience with the captivated crowd, but also understanding towards Shafna's indifference.
• Shafna: Remains unfazed by the chaos she causes, displaying her self-willed nature and lack of concern for others.
• Roxie: Feels uncomfortable about Shien and Shafna's interaction, hinting at potential romantic tension.
• Anxi and Ria: Worry about the impact of Shafna's presence on the Kingdom and its people, and are relieved that Shien seems unaffected by her charm.

Significant Themes

• The power of beauty and charm, and its potential dangers.
• The responsibility of powerful beings towards those they influence.
• The consequences of being captivated by someone's charm, leading to poor judgment and decisions.

Character Interactions

• Shien and Shafna: Their interaction is casual and natural, with Shien showing annoyance at the captivated crowd but understanding towards Shafna, while Shafna remains indifferent to the chaos she causes.
• Roxie and Shafna: Roxie feels uncomfortable about Shafna's presence and her interaction with Shien, hinting at potential jealousy or possessiveness.
• Anxi, Ria, and Roxie: The three discuss the impact of Shafna's presence and Shien's interaction with her, with Anxi and Ria relieved that Shien seems unaffected by her charm, while Roxie remains unsettled.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shien brings Shafna to his room in House Poztut.
• Shafna provokes Shien, asking if he wants to do something else.
• Shien resists Shafna's advances, citing his fiancée and young wife.
• Shafna threatens to tell Roxie about Shien's actions.
• Shien threatens Shafna, revealing he knows about her unique skill's mutual connection.

Character Developments

• Shafna: Becomes more open about her feelings for Shien, but still maintains her pride and resistance.
• Shien: Shows increased understanding of Shafna's unique skill and uses this knowledge to threaten her.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics in relationships: Shien and Shafna's power struggle, with Shien using his knowledge of Shafna's skill to assert dominance.
• The consequences of infatuation: Both Shafna and Shien are aware of the potential dangers of falling deeply for each other.

Character Interactions

• Shafna and Shien: Their interaction is filled with tension and provocation, with both trying to assert control over the other.
• Shafna and Roxie: Shafna brings up Roxie to provoke Shien, and Shien is concerned about Roxie's potential reaction to Shafna.