Chapter Summaries

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Velin's griffin, hatched from a Mutated Griffin Egg, grows rapidly and shows signs of intelligence.
• Duke Bohan of Duke Bohan's Country dies, leading to a power struggle between his sons and ultimately a war between the Ilia Kingdom and the Bashio Kingdom.
• Hebrew and Lavia return to Qixing Territory with Dexhil and his entourage, making a good impression on Dexhil.

Character Developments

• Velin shows affection and concern for his griffin, demonstrating his softer side.
• Hebrew's loyalty and excitement at seeing Velin are evident.
• Dexhil's initial impression of Qixing Territory and its people is positive, changing his view of the place.

Significant Themes

• The power struggle and political intrigue in Duke Bohan's Country foreshadows larger conflicts.
• The bond between Velin and his griffin explores the theme of companionship and responsibility.
• The contrast between Dexhil's initial expectations and the reality of Qixing Territory highlights the theme of first impressions and the surprises they can hold.

Character Interactions

• Velin and his griffin share a playful moment, showcasing their growing bond.
• Hebrew's excitement at seeing Velin reflects their strong master-servant relationship.
• Dexhil and Lavia's interaction reveals their mutual respect and friendship, despite their different backgrounds.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Velin praises Hebrew for his efforts and rewards him with an upgrade for the Ice Bear Knight Order's weapons.
• Velin hosts a banquet to introduce Devonshire, the new Chief Knight Instructor, to the other governors.
• The Knight Academy is established in Orlando Town, and Velin appoints Devonshire as the Chief Knight Instructor.

Character Developments

• Hebrew earns Velin's praise and asks for better weapons for his knight order, demonstrating his dedication and ambition.
• Devonshire accepts the position of Chief Knight Instructor, showing his commitment to training knights and his willingness to work under Velin.

Significant Themes

• Loyalty and Ambition: Hebrew's ambition is rewarded, while Devonshire's loyalty is acknowledged but not personally sworn to Velin, highlighting the importance of ability over personal allegiance.
• Investment in Future: Velin's focus on establishing a Knight Academy and appointing a Chief Knight Instructor underscores his long-term vision for Qixing Territory's development.

Character Interactions

• Velin and Hebrew: Velin rewards Hebrew for his efforts, and Hebrew asks for better weapons, showing their mutual respect and understanding.
• Velin and Devonshire: Velin values Devonshire's abilities and offers him a prestigious position, while Devonshire accepts it, demonstrating their professional relationship.
• Hebrew and his elder brother: Hebrew looks forward to boasting about his achievements to his elder brother, showcasing his youthful enthusiasm.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Velin sends a team of nine Silver-grade mages to Star Prayer Territory.
• Velin greets the mages at the city gate, displaying his power and resources, including a Mermaid Pearl.
• Velin sets a week for the mages to familiarize themselves with the territory and assigns tasks after seven days.

Character Developments

• Drien Ovich, the High-Silver Arcanist, is initially resigned to his limited talent but becomes motivated by Velin's offer of resources for breakthrough.
• The other eight mages also show ambition and eagerness to prove themselves to Velin.

Significant Themes

• Ambition and the desire for self-improvement.
• The value of resources and opportunities in advancing one's cultivation.
• The importance of healthy competition and the dangers of malicious infighting.

Character Interactions

• Velin asserts his authority and displays his power to the mages, instilling respect and ambition.
• Drien and the other mages interact, each motivated by their desire to prove themselves and obtain Velin's resources.
• Kyle, Velin's attendant, becomes a point of contact for the mages, who seek him out eagerly the next morning.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Kyle returns to the castle with petitions from mages eager to start working early.
• Velin assigns tasks to the mages, with each task representing a certain number of points redeemable for Mermaid Pearls.
• The mages distribute the tasks among themselves, with Drien taking the most and Holmes Adachi the least.
• Star Prayer Town becomes busier as the mages begin their tasks, and Belder is overwhelmed with coordinating resources and managing knight aptitude testing.

Character Developments

• Kyle demonstrates his responsibility and diligence in managing the mages' affairs.
• Velin shows his strategic thinking in planning for the future army's diversity and assigning tasks to the mages.
• The mages display their eagerness and determination to accumulate points and gain Mermaid Pearls.

Significant Themes

• Ambition and determination: The mages' desire for breakthrough and their eagerness to start working early.
• Resource management: Velin's and Belder's efforts in coordinating resources to support the mages' research and the territory's development.
• Strategic planning: Velin's long-term vision for the army and his assignment of tasks to the mages.

Character Interactions

• Kyle and Velin: Kyle reports to Velin about the mages' petitions, and Velin assigns tasks to the mages through Kyle.
• Kyle and the mages: Kyle distributes the tasks among the mages and provides guidance and reminders regarding the tasks.
• The mages among themselves: They discuss and decide on the tasks they will undertake, with Drien taking the most and Holmes Adachi the least.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Velin orders Kyle to build a beast enclosure next to the Star Prayer Town garrison barracks.
• The Triple-Bed Crossbow modification is completed in just seven days by Drien and his team.
• Velin tests the new crossbow, which shoots nine spears at high speed and penetrates iron armor and a large tree up to four thousand meters away.
• Velin invites Brian, Olcott, and Edgar for a discussion and meal at a scenic spot outside Star Prayer Town.

Character Developments

• Velin: Shows appreciation for Drien's hard work and dedication. He shares his territory management experiences with Brian and Adrian, demonstrating his wisdom and foresight.
• Drien: Pushes himself to the limit, working for five days straight to complete the crossbow modification, showing his commitment and drive.
• Brian: Initially dozes off during Velin's explanation, but later shows appreciation for Velin's sharing. He seems to have a laid-back personality.
• Adrian: Shows respect and gratitude towards Velin for sharing his experiences. He seems eager to learn and apply Velin's methods to Ridge Territory.

Significant Themes

• Dedication and Hard Work: Drien's relentless effort in completing the crossbow modification project highlights the importance of dedication and hard work.
• Knowledge Sharing: Velin's willingness to share his territory management experiences with Brian and Adrian emphasizes the value of knowledge exchange and collaboration.
• Resourcefulness: Velin's advice to Adrian about adapting systems to fit Ridge Territory's actual situation underscores the importance of resourcefulness and adaptability.

Character Interactions

• Velin and Drien: Velin shows appreciation for Drien's hard work, while Drien remains dedicated to his task despite his exhaustion.
• Velin, Brian, and Adrian: Velin shares his experiences with Brian and Adrian, fostering a learning environment. Brian initially seems disinterested but later shows appreciation. Adrian is eager to learn from Velin.
• Velin, Olcott, and Edgar: Velin invites these three influential figures for a discussion, hinting at a potential collaboration or alliance. Their interaction is cordial, with Velin taking the lead in the conversation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Velin reveals the Blackskin Pork's origin and its cultivation requirements to his uncles and cousin.
• The four discuss and agree on exchanging resources: Velin provides Blackskin Pork in exchange for grain, and his relatives offer unique resources in return.
• Brian buys Glowing Wine from Velin, and Edgar and Olcott follow suit.
• Olcott, Edgar, and Brian share the resources they've been given by the family: Cloud Smoke Fruit Trees, Blood Rage Grass, and Boiling Blood Potion respectively.
• Velin agrees to help Edgar sell Boiling Blood Potion, taking a thirty percent cut of the profit.

Character Developments

• Velin demonstrates his shrewdness and business acumen in managing resources and making deals.
• Edgar, Olcott, and Brian show their understanding of the value of resources and their eagerness to secure them.
• Edgar reveals his strategic thinking in obtaining and using the Boiling Blood Potion.

Significant Themes

• Resource management and exchange.
• The value of unique resources and their potential applications.
• Strategic planning and cooperation among family members.

Character Interactions

• Velin interacts with his uncles and cousin, demonstrating a mix of respect, shrewdness, and generosity.
• Edgar, Olcott, and Brian interact with Velin, showing deference to his knowledge and resources while also asserting their own value.
• Edgar and Velin discuss the Boiling Blood Potion, illustrating their mutual understanding and trust.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Velin negotiates a deal with Olcott to exchange Ice Blue Potion for Cloud Smoke Fruits, ensuring a steady supply for his warriors' advancement.
• He also sells Ice Blue Potion to Edgar and Brian at a profit.
• The three men, along with Velin, get drunk and call each other 'brothers.'
• Velin calculates his Ice Blue Potion stock and decides to deal with the surplus later.
• Qixing Territory becomes a commercial hub, attracting nobles to send their children for education under Devonshire.
• Belder complains about his workload to Velin.

Character Developments

• Velin demonstrates his business acumen and strategic thinking in his deals.
• Velin shows embarrassment and regret over his drunken behavior.
• Belder shows dissatisfaction with his heavy workload, affecting his cultivation progress.

Significant Themes

• The importance of strategic alliances and resource management in Velin's governance.
• The impact of Velin's actions on the regional economy and politics.
• The tension between personal cultivation and official duties, as seen through Belder's struggle.

Character Interactions

• Velin interacts with Olcott, Edgar, and Brian, showcasing his negotiation skills and building relationships.
• Velin and Belder interact, with Belder expressing his concerns about his workload to Velin.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Velin's Chief Steward, Belder, brings a stack of official documents, indicating the heavy workload in Star Prayer Town.
• Velin decides to delegate administrative tasks to ease Belder's burden and upgrade Star Prayer Town to Star Prayer City.
• Velin opens enrollment for the Knight and Mage Academies, requiring tuition fees and a recommendation of a talented person from the Qixing Territory in exchange for a spot.

Character Developments

• Velin shows his strategic thinking by turning the minor nobles' territories into a talent pool for his academies.
• Belder demonstrates his dedication and efficiency in handling administrative tasks.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics between nobles and commoners, with Velin offering an opportunity for common-born geniuses to rise.
• The importance of delegation and efficient management, as seen in Velin's decision to ease Belder's workload.

Character Interactions

• Velin and Belder discuss administrative matters, leading to the establishment of Star Prayer City and the delegation of tasks.
• Velin and Kyle discuss the enrollment for the Knight and Mage Academies, with Kyle understanding Velin's plan to use the minor nobles' territories as a talent pool.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Angus receives shocking news from a letter, prompting him to send a Shadow Stalker to investigate and notify a distant family branch.
• He plans to annex valuable industries from the Hax Family's territory and relocate them to Eagle Territory.
• Star Prayer Town is upgraded to Star Prayer City, with North Star Town and South Star Town established as well.
• Velin awaits the Guidance of Fate, while the Kingdom of Kuber suffers a military defeat, leading to increased demand for supplies in the Ilia Kingdom.

Character Developments

• Angus: Shows responsibility and strategic thinking in managing his territory and responding to potential threats.
• Velin: Demonstrates confidence in his subordinates' abilities and a focus on cultivating talent for his academies.

Significant Themes

• Power and responsibility: Angus's wealth and status have changed his perspective on money, focusing more on his duties and less on personal gain.
• Cultivation and talent: Velin prioritizes cultivating talented individuals for his academies, emphasizing the importance of skill and ability.
• Geopolitical tension: The conflict between the Kingdom of Kuber and the Isle Half-elf Kingdom highlights the potential for profit and influence in political instability.

Character Interactions

• Angus and Melony: Angus sends Melony, a Shadow Stalker, on a mission to deliver a letter and gather information, demonstrating their trust and cooperation.
• Velin and his subordinates: Velin entrusts his subordinates with various tasks, showing confidence in their abilities and allowing them to grow in their roles.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Velin considers profitable regions for trade, prioritizing Southwest and Southeast due to geographical conditions.
• He plans to visit his elder brother, Isis, to leverage his status for alliances and supplies.
• A merchant, Hook, visits Velin to renew the commercial order for Ice Blue Potion, offering a new agreement with increased price and additional benefits, including White Heart Orchids.
• Velin signs the new commercial agreement, securing a significant deal for Qixing Territory.
• Two hundred and twenty knight talents and thirty mage talents are sent to Qixing Territory, exceeding Velin's expectations.
• Velin decides to send these talents to Star Prayer Camp for military training before enrolling them in the Knight and Mage Academies.

Character Developments

• Velin demonstrates strategic thinking in considering profitable regions for trade and leveraging his brother's status for alliances.
• Velin shows shrewdness in negotiating with Hook, securing a favorable deal for Qixing Territory.
• Hook displays cunning in offering White Heart Orchids, knowing Velin's need for resources to support his mages.
• Belder proves efficient in managing the recruitment of talents for the territory.

Significant Themes

• Strategic planning and resource management (Velin's consideration of profitable regions and leveraging his brother's status).
• Negotiation and deal-making (Velin's interaction with Hook).
• Talent recognition and development (Velin's decision to train the recruited talents before enrolling them in academies).

Character Interactions

• Velin interacts with Hook, negotiating a new commercial agreement beneficial to Qixing Territory.
• Velin discusses the recruitment of talents with Belder, showing concern for their training and future in the territory.
• Velin observes Mage Holmes assisting in the construction of the Mage Academy, leading to speculations about Holmes's circumstances.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Velin assigns Holmes, a Wind Mage, a task to redirect water flow in Qixing Territory based on wind patterns, earning him 15 points.
• Velin orders the construction of gardens on both sides of the castle, to be completed by the next visit to the Lake of Star Prayer.
• Velin departs for the Baxia Great Camp on July 15, accompanied by Kyle and twelve Bronze Knights.
• Upon arrival, Velin reunites with Flora and Layla at the Logistics Camp.

Character Developments

• Holmes shows eagerness and willingness to take on a task despite his advanced age and lack of relevant experience.
• Velin demonstrates his leadership and planning skills by assigning tasks and setting deadlines for projects.
• Flora expresses boredom with her daily routine at the Baxia Great Camp, hinting at her desire for more action or change.

Significant Themes

• Leadership and Responsibility: Velin takes charge of various projects and ensures they are progressing as planned, showing his commitment to his role and the development of Qixing Territory.
• Growth and Adaptation: Holmes' willingness to take on a new task, despite his age and lack of experience, illustrates his desire to grow and adapt to new situations.
• Boredom and Change: Flora's expression of boredom highlights the monotony of her current life and her longing for change or new experiences.

Character Interactions

• Velin and Kyle work together to manage tasks and projects, demonstrating their effective working relationship.
• Velin reunites with Flora and Layla, showing their close bond and affection for one another.
• The Red Phosphorus Horse and the Azure Purple Horse display a playful rivalry, reflecting Velin's affection for both horses.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Velin visits the Baxia Great Camp, where he learns about a viscount's son who tried to pursue Flora and was rebuffed.
• Velin exchanges his contribution points at the Sixteenth Knight Order's logistics station, choosing to trade for a Sacred Heart Moon Flower.
• Krell invites Velin and Alva for drinks.

Character Developments

• Velin shows curiosity and interest in the various resources available for exchange, demonstrating his growing knowledge and understanding of the world.
• Krell displays his friendly and sociable nature, inviting Velin and Alva for drinks.
• Alva shows a warmer side of his personality when he sees Velin and Krell, contrasting with his usual cold and stiff expression.

Significant Themes

• The abundance of resources and support provided by the royal Silver Knight Order.
• The value of contribution points and the exchange system within the military hierarchy.
• The importance of social connections and camaraderie among characters.

Character Interactions

• Velin interacts with Leya, Flora, and Layla at the dinner, showing familiarity and affection.
• Velin exchanges items with Kark, the financial scribe, demonstrating a respectful and professional relationship.
• Krell invites Velin and Alva for drinks, showing a friendly and sociable dynamic between the three characters.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Krell steals his father's medicinal wine and shares it with Alva and Velin, leading to a sudden surge in their cultivation.
• Burborn, Krell's father, discovers the incident and prepares to punish Krell upon his awakening.
• Velin leaves the Baxia Great Camp after three days without seeing Krell, heading to the Commercial Town to meet Duke.

Character Developments

• Krell demonstrates his rebellious nature and disregard for authority by stealing his father's wine.
• Velin shows his strategic thinking and business acumen through his expansion of commercial properties in the Commercial Town.
• Duke proves his loyalty and competence in managing Velin's commercial interests.

Significant Themes

• Family and Father-Son Relationship: Krell's actions highlight the strained relationship between him and his father, Burborn.
• Ambition and Power: Velin's expansion of his commercial empire reflects his ambition and desire for power.
• Loyalty and Reward: Duke's loyalty to Velin is rewarded with the promise of assistance in breaking through to Silver-grade.

Character Interactions

• Krell, Alva, and Velin share a moment of camaraderie and mutual growth through their drinking session.
• Velin and Duke discuss business matters and Velin's plans for the future, demonstrating their master-servant relationship and mutual trust.
• Burborn's interaction with the Soul Intent grade experts highlights his authority and Krell's disregard for it.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Velin travels to Lori City, Dany Province, to find his elder brother Isis.
• He visits the Hurricane Merchant Guild to send a message to his brother.
• The guild confirms Velin's identity and agrees to contact Earl Hurricane.

Character Developments

• Velin demonstrates his assertiveness and confidence in dealing with the guild.
• Oliver, the branch manager, shows respect and professionalism in handling Velin's request.

Significant Themes

• The open culture of Dany Province, contrasting with Velin's expectations.
• The power and influence of the Hurricane Merchant Guild.

Character Interactions

• Velin interacts with Oliver, the branch manager, to convey his message.
• Velin observes the local culture, comparing it to his previous experiences.
• Velin thinks about an acquaintance in Tangks Province, hinting at a possible connection.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Velin and his group arrive at a city manor in Danying Province.
• Velin meets the head maid and is shown to his room.
• Velin cultivates using the Druid's Book and finds its contents peculiar.
• Ilisis receives a letter from Velin and plans to entertain him.
• Velin receives a letter from Ilisis and sets off for Lori City.

Character Developments

• Velin: Shows maturity and calmness in handling the provocative maidservants. He also expresses warmth and affection towards his elder brother, Ilisis.
• Kyle: Gains composure and self-control after interacting with the maidservants. He shows eagerness to find a suitable partner in the future.
• Ilisis: Exhibits excitement and warmth towards Velin's visit. He plans a detailed itinerary to entertain his younger brother.

Significant Themes

• Adaptability: Velin advises Kyle to adapt to different customs in various regions.
• Brotherly Bond: The affection and warmth between Velin and Ilisis highlight the importance of family bonds.

Character Interactions

• Velin and Kyle: Velin mentors Kyle, helping him gain composure and self-control. They share a friendly and respectful relationship.
• Velin and Ilisis: The brothers express their affection and excitement at reuniting after six years. They look forward to spending time together.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Velin visits Ilisis in the Xili Great Camp.
• Ilisis reveals he's now open to the idea of an arranged marriage.
• Velin seeks Ilisis's help in a business venture during the Third Ice Island War.
• Ilisis agrees to help Velin, understanding the source of the information will be attributed to their father and great aunt.

Character Developments

• Ilisis has matured and is more open-minded, especially regarding arranged marriage.
• Velin shows ambition and strategic thinking, seeking to profit from the upcoming war.

Significant Themes

• Family bonds and trust.
• Ambition and business acumen.
• The impact of war on opportunities and power dynamics.

Character Interactions

• Velin and Ilisis's brotherly bond is strengthened as they discuss personal matters and business.
• Ilisis's relationship with his subordinates, particularly the Swordswomen, is revealed to be professional and distant.
• Velin's respect for Ilisis's judgment and influence is evident in his decision to seek his help.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Isis and Velin discuss Velin's future and Isis's trial missions.
• Velin meets Count Hurricane Ivilios, who praises Velin's foundation and talent.
• Ivilios expresses envy of Ignatius's juniors' achievements.

Character Developments

• Velin shows maturity and understanding in his conversation with Isis.
• Isis demonstrates his gentle and caring side with Velin.
• Count Hurricane Ivilios shows his warm and playful nature while also being perceptive and insightful.

Significant Themes

• Family bonds and dynamics (Isis and Velin's brotherly bond, Velin's meeting with his great-uncle).
• Talent and potential (Ivilios's praise of Velin's foundation and talent, his envy of Ignatius's juniors).

Character Interactions

• Isis and Velin's brotherly interaction shows their closeness and mutual respect.
• Velin's meeting with Count Hurricane Ivilios highlights the older man's warmth and perceptiveness.
• Ivilios's interaction with Velin and Isis reveals his playful and envious side.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Velin and Ilisis meet Earl Hurricane (Ivileos), Velin's great-granduncle, who gifts Velin two Shadow Guards.
• Velin learns about the Hurricane Legion's structure and strength during his tour of the camp.
• Velin attends a private dinner with Ivileos, discussing the family's military forces.

Character Developments

• Velin demonstrates his ambition and confidence in building his own military strength.
• Ivileos shows his favor towards Velin by gifting him Shadow Guards and sharing family military information.

Significant Themes

• Military Strength and Ambition: Velin's desire to build his own military force, independent of family influence.
• Family Legacy and Power: The Hurricane family's military forces, built over centuries, and Ivileos' recognition of Velin's potential.

Character Interactions

• Velin interacts with Ivileos, showing respect and ambition, which impresses Ivileos.
• Velin and Ilisis discuss the Hurricane Legion's strength and Velin's future plans.
• Velin and Kyle discuss the Hurricane Legion's structure and Velin's aspirations.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Velin has dinner with Count Hurricane and Isis, learning about Danying Province.
• Velin gifts Isis a Sacred Heart Moonflower, which Isis asks Master Delta to help nurture.
• Velin receives two Shadow Guards as a gift from Count Hurricane: Number 26 (Red, Shadow Assassin, High-Silver strength) and Number 31 (Blue, Shadow Assassin & Ice Mage, Low-level Silver strength).

Character Developments

• Velin demonstrates maturity and ambition, impressing Count Hurricane.
• Isis shows affection and pride in Velin's growth.
• Velin shows curiosity and a lack of experience in handling Shadow Guards.

Significant Themes

• Ambition and growth (Velin's desire to build a legion matching the Hurricane Legion).
• Loyalty and ownership (the blood-red seals transferring the Shadow Guards' loyalty and ownership to Velin).

Character Interactions

• Velin interacts with Count Hurricane and Isis, learning about Danying Province.
• Velin gifts Isis the Sacred Heart Moonflower, strengthening their bond.
• Velin meets and names his two Shadow Guards, showing curiosity and inexperience.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Velin names his two new Shadow Guards, Hilda and Sisina.
• Kyle expresses concern about his position, but Velin reassures him.
• Velin trains daily at the Xili Great Camp, learning from experienced officers and recording their insights.
• Calons informs Velin that representatives from merchant guilds have arrived in Danying Province, and Velin agrees to accompany his Elder Brother there.
• Velin spars with Rogue, a mid-ranking officer, to test his limits.

Character Developments

• Velin demonstrates his strength and dedication to training, earning respect from the officers.
• Kyle shows concern for his position but remains loyal to Velin.
• Calons shows professionalism and loyalty in delivering messages.
• Rogue displays his experience and skill in sparring with Velin.

Significant Themes

• Training and Growth: Velin's dedication to improving his skills and knowledge is a central theme.
• Loyalty and Trust: The relationships between Velin, Kyle, Calons, and the officers highlight the importance of loyalty and trust.

Character Interactions

• Velin interacts with Kyle, showing understanding and reassurance.
• Velin spars with Rogue, demonstrating mutual respect and a desire to learn from each other.
• Calons interacts with Velin and Ilisis, showing professionalism and loyalty in delivering messages.