Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ross, Gion, and Zephyr discuss the importance of shared goals in maintaining loyalty.
• Ross meets Borsalino and Akainu, but Kuzan avoids him.
• Ross and Sakazuki prepare to land on Ohara for the Buster Call.
• Ross decides to visit Sauron's hideout first, where Nico Robin is located.

Character Developments

• Ross shows understanding of leadership dynamics and manipulation.
• Sakazuki reveals his dissatisfaction with Headquarters' orders and hints at his ambition for the Fleet Admiral position.
• Zany shows loyalty and competence in her role as Ross's protector.
• Gion and Zephyr demonstrate their commitment to Ross's safety and their disdain for Sauron's actions.

Significant Themes

• The importance of shared goals and vision in maintaining loyalty.
• The consequences of idealism and naivety (as seen in the Navy's dove faction).
• The tension between mercy and absolute justice.

Character Interactions

• Ross interacts with Sakazuki, showing deference while subtly influencing him.
• Ross, Gion, and Zephyr discuss their plans for Ohara, showcasing their unity.
• Zany and Ross discuss her role, revealing her desire for fewer orders.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ross and his group encounter Vice Admiral Kuzan, who initially ignores Ross and plans to follow his orders to deal with Jaguar D. Saul.
• Ross orders Kuzan to prepare for the destruction of the Tree of Knowledge, which Kuzan reluctantly agrees to after a brief standoff.
• Ross's group reaches Saul's hiding spot, where they find Nico Robin with him.

Character Developments

• Kuzan: Shows disappointment in Zephyr's change and initially disrespects Ross but ultimately follows Ross's orders.
• Ross: Demonstrates his authority and strength by making Kuzan yield, further cementing his power dynamics.
• Gion: Realizes the extent of Ross's power and feels relieved about her decision to follow him.
• Nico Robin: First appearance, with no significant developments yet.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and respect: Kuzan initially disrespects Ross but ultimately yields to his power.
• Loyalty and betrayal: Kuzan's eventual obedience to Ross hints at potential future betrayal of the Marines.
• Status and identity: Ross's Celestial Dragon status is acknowledged by Kuzan and Saul, influencing their actions.

Character Interactions

• Ross and Kuzan: Tense standoff leading to Kuzan's reluctant obedience.
• Ross and Gion: Gion's respect and admiration for Ross grow as she witnesses his power.
• Ross and Saul: Saul's despair upon seeing Zephyr and Ross's indifference towards Robin's current form.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The World Government wants Robin's mother, Olvia, and she's on the island.
• Ross reveals that Olvia isn't back for Robin, but for her historical research.
• Sauron tries to protect Robin, but Zephyr and Zany overpower him.
• Ross gives Robin a choice: save Sauron or her mother, but one must die.

Character Developments

• Robin: Struggles with the revelation about her mother's priorities, faces a difficult choice.
• Ross: Shows his twisted sense of amusement and lack of regard for others' feelings.
• Sauron: Tries to protect Robin but is easily defeated.
• Gion: Pities Robin but understands Ross's power dynamics.

Significant Themes

• The importance of family and love, versus personal ambition.
• The cruelty of the World Government and its impact on innocent lives.
• The power dynamics and twisted morality of the pirate world.

Character Interactions

• Ross manipulates Robin emotionally, forcing her into a difficult choice.
• Sauron tries to protect Robin but is no match for Zephyr and Zany.
• Gion feels pity for Robin but understands Ross's position and doesn't intervene.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zany, a CP0 agent, defeats Sauron, a Giant warrior, within three minutes.
• Ross presents Robin with a choice: pick his left or right hand. If she picks the one with a leaf, Sauron lives; if she picks the empty one, her mother lives.
• Robin chooses the empty hand, saving her mother but condemning Sauron.
• Admiral Zephyr kills Sauron with a single punch, then Ross finishes him with a gunshot.
• Ross gains a Special Reward, the 'Elbaf Spear—Bajrang Gun,' a powerful technique of the Giant race.

Character Developments

• Robin shows her growing maturity and responsibility, making a tough decision to save her mother.
• Sauron demonstrates his loyalty and bravery, fighting despite his injuries and exhaustion.
• Ross exhibits his cruelty and manipulation, using Robin's emotions to make her choose.
• Zephyr shows his acceptance of Ross's methods, as long as they don't harm the Marines or his former students.

Significant Themes

• The consequences of one's choices and actions.
• The struggle between morality and necessity.
• The power dynamics between individuals and groups.

Character Interactions

• Ross manipulates Robin into choosing between Sauron and her mother.
• Zany and Ross work together to defeat Sauron.
• Zephyr allows Ross to handle the situation, but ultimately kills Sauron to prevent further suffering.
• Robin's decision weighs heavily on her, showing the impact of her choice.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Robin cries out in grief upon seeing Sauron's corpse, realizing his death was due to her choice.
• Ross picks up Robin and carries her, stating that life is fragile and that he can easily kill or solve problems others can't.
• Ross offers Robin a reward: she can designate one person to be saved or ask one question to determine her future.
• Ross and Robin approach the Tree of Knowledge, with Ross receiving a call from Sakazuki about a surrendered historian.
• Ross and Sakazuki bet on whether a Marine will go to collect Sauron's body.

Character Developments

• Robin: Experiences grief and fear, understanding the consequences of her choice and the power dynamics between Ross and herself.
• Ross: Demonstrates his power and influence, planting fear in Robin's heart and showing his willingness to manipulate her for his purposes.
• Sakazuki: Shows loyalty to Ross, following his orders without question, and displays confidence in the Marines' loyalty.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and manipulation: Ross uses his power to instill fear in Robin and control her future.
• Consequences of choices: Robin grapples with the reality that her decision led to Sauron's death.
• Loyalty and betrayal: Sakazuki's loyalty to Ross is juxtaposed with the potential betrayal of a Marine going to collect Sauron's body.

Character Interactions

• Ross and Robin: Ross carries Robin, planting fear in her heart and offering her a reward to control her future.
• Ross and Sakazuki: They bet on whether a Marine will go to collect Sauron's body, with Ross confident in his prediction.
• Robin and Gion: Gion feels pity for Robin, understanding that she will never be an ordinary girl again due to her experiences.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Sakazuki (Akainu) accepts a bet from Ross, wagering that he won't collect the body of the traitor Saul before the Buster Call commences. If Ross wins, Sakazuki must publicly admit inferiority and punch himself; if Ross loses, he'll recommend Sakazuki for Marine Admiral.
• Sakazuki heads to Saul's location, while Zephyr predicts Sakazuki's loss, stating that Ross's bet is a win-win for him, branding Sakazuki as his subordinate.
• Ross visits the surrendered historians, identifying Doyle Wilen, a renowned historian with a 20 million Berry bounty, who surrenders despite having a chance to escape.

Character Developments

• Sakazuki: Shows ambition and lack of concern for his reputation, agreeing to Ross's bet.
• Doyle Wilen: Reveals his true identity and surrenders, prioritizing his family's safety over his own.
• Robin: Recognizes Wilen but doesn't reveal his identity, showing understanding of the situation's danger.

Significant Themes

• Ambition and its consequences (Sakazuki's bet)
• Family and loyalty (Wilen's surrender)
• Identity and deception (Wilen's altered appearance)

Character Interactions

• Ross and Sakazuki: Ross manipulates Sakazuki into a bet that secures his subordination.
• Zephyr and Gion: Zephyr explains Ross's scheme to Gion, who understands the implications.
• Wilen and Ross: Wilen surrenders to Ross, revealing his true identity and bounty.
• Robin and Wilen: Robin recognizes Wilen but doesn't reveal his identity, showing understanding of the situation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Willen, a historian, turns himself in to protect his family from being implicated in his crimes.
• Ross offers Willen a choice: kill civilians or a family member to ensure everyone's survival and future research opportunities.
• Willen chooses to take his own life to protect his family and maintain his dignity.

Character Developments

• Willen: Shows his dedication to his family and his principles as a historian, choosing to die rather than compromise his values or harm others.
• Ross: Demonstrates his respect for Willen's decision and keeps his promise to treat Willen's family well.

Significant Themes

• Family: The importance of family and one's willingness to make sacrifices for them.
• Principles: The struggle between personal values and survival, and the consequences of upholding one's principles.
• Power Dynamics: The disparity between the powerful (like Ross) and the powerless (like the historians), and how this affects their decisions and actions.

Character Interactions

• Willen and Ross: Willen's decision to take his own life rather than compromise his principles impresses Ross, leading him to keep his promise to Willen's family.
• Willen and his family: Willen's love for his family drives him to return and protect them, ultimately leading to his decision to take his own life.
• Willen and Robin: Robin's admiration for Willen's decision leads her to reflect on her own past choices.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ross and his companions arrive at the Tree of Knowledge, greeted by CP9 Director Spandine.
• Olvia attempts to retrieve the translated Poneglyphs but is stopped by Zany.
• Ross kills Professor Clover, gaining the Ancient Language skill and experience.

Character Developments

• Ross demonstrates his ruthlessness and efficiency in eliminating Professor Clover for experience.
• Olvia remains steadfast in her research, prioritizing it over her own life.
• Robin struggles with the loss of her loved ones and the reality of her mother's priorities.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics between the World Government (Celestial Dragons) and the common people (Historians).
• The pursuit of knowledge and truth (Poneglyphs) versus personal safety and relationships.
• The consequences of one's actions and the ripple effects they cause (Robin's grief).

Character Interactions

• Ross and Spandine: Ross is impressed by Spandine's sycophancy, and Spandine proves his usefulness.
• Ross and Olvia: Ross toys with Olvia, threatening her research and using it to manipulate her.
• Robin and Ross: Robin is distraught over Ross's actions, tugging at his hair in despair.
• Olvia and Robin: Olvia's research priorities cause a rift between her and Robin, highlighting their differing values.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ross reveals he won't spare Professor Clover, shocking and frightening Robin.
• Ross agrees to let Olvia continue researching the historical text if she kills 39 people from Ohara.
• Olvia begins killing her fellow historians, much to Robin's distress.
• Ross stops Olvia after 24 killings and offers a chance for the remaining historians to fight back, with each victory counting as two kills.
• Ross allows the World Government to intervene, breaking his promise to Robin.

Character Developments

• Ross demonstrates his cold-hearted and manipulative nature, using Olvia and the historians to further his goals.
• Olvia, driven by her obsession with history, is willing to kill her own people to continue her research.
• Robin is devastated by her mother's actions and begs Ross to stop the killing.

Significant Themes

• The lengths people will go to for their beliefs or desires (Olvia's obsession with history).
• Betrayal and its consequences (Robin's betrayal by her mother).
• The manipulation of others for personal gain (Ross's actions).

Character Interactions

• Ross manipulates Olvia into killing her fellow historians in exchange for permission to continue her research.
• Olvia's actions cause immense distress to Robin, who begs Ross to stop the killing.
• Ross breaks his promise to Robin, allowing the World Government to intervene and furthering his own goals.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Olvia, the last surviving historian of Ohara, is forced to kill her companions to save herself and Robin, as per Ross's twisted game.
• Olvia struggles with her conscience and the reality of her situation, ultimately killing seven historians.
• Ross reveals there are no more people left on Ohara, leaving Robin as the last target for Olvia to kill.

Character Developments

• Olvia: Struggles with her morals and the weight of her actions, ultimately succumbing to Ross's manipulation.
• Robin: Witnesses her mother's actions, leading to a potential shift in her perception of Olvia.

Significant Themes

• Manipulation and power dynamics: Ross manipulates Olvia into committing heinous acts, showcasing his power and control.
• Moral dilemmas: Olvia faces an impossible choice between her morals and her desire to survive, highlighting the complexities of human nature.

Character Interactions

• Ross and Olvia: Ross manipulates and taunts Olvia, while Olvia struggles against Ross's influence and her own desperation.
• Olvia and Robin: Olvia's actions towards Robin serve as a catalyst for Robin's potential change in perception of her mother.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Olvia points a gun at Robin, intending to kill her to prove her commitment to historical research.
• Ross saves Robin by deflecting the bullet, but Robin is injured and faints.
• Ross praises Olvia's ruthlessness and takes her under his protection.
• Ross and his group leave Ohara, with Spandine and the CP9 agents following.

Character Developments

• Robin: Realizes the extent of Olvia's fanaticism for history, leading to a breakdown. She develops intense hatred towards Olvia.
• Olvia: Demonstrates her unwavering dedication to historical research, even at the cost of her daughter's life. She accepts Ross's protection without struggle.
• Ross: Proves his power and resolve, saving Robin and taking Olvia under his wing. He shows interest in Olvia's work and her dedication.
• Spandine: Shows respect and admiration for Ross, withdrawing his forces and pledging his sword's direction to Ross.

Significant Themes

• Fanaticism vs. Family: Olvia's extreme dedication to history leads her to prioritize it over her daughter's life, highlighting the conflict between personal dreams and family.
• Power and Protection: Ross's intervention and protection emphasize the importance of strength and power dynamics in the One Piece world.

Character Interactions

• Olvia and Robin: Their mother-daughter relationship is severely strained, culminating in Robin's hatred for Olvia.
• Ross and Olvia: Ross shows interest in Olvia's work and takes her under his protection, while Olvia accepts his protection without resistance.
• Spandine and Ross: Spandine shows respect and admiration for Ross, pledging his allegiance to him.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Kuzan (Aokiji) visits Ohara to pay his respects to Sauron, his deceased friend.
• Sakazuki (Akainu) arrives, accusing Kuzan of being a traitor for mourning Sauron.
• Ross returns to his ship with Olvia and an injured Robin. Olvia asks Ross to protect her from Robin until she completes her historical research.

Character Developments

• Kuzan: Struggles with the justice of the Marines and the World Government, questioning his loyalty after seeing Sauron's fate.
• Sakazuki: Reveals his unfeeling nature towards former Marines and his eagerness to report Kuzan's actions to higher authorities.
• Olvia: Shows her obsession with historical research, even asking Ross to protect her from Robin.

Significant Themes

• Loyalty and betrayal within the Marines.
• The true nature of justice and the World Government's actions.
• The lengths one will go to for personal obsessions (Olvia's dedication to historical research).

Character Interactions

• Kuzan and Sauron: Former friends, with Kuzan mourning Sauron's death.
• Kuzan and Sakazuki: Tense interaction, with Sakazuki accusing Kuzan of being a traitor.
• Ross and Olvia: Ross agrees to protect Olvia from Robin until she completes her research.
• Olvia and Robin: Their relationship is strained, with Olvia fearing Robin's wrath after their fight.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Olvia and Robin's injuries are healed by Stella.
• Sakazuki returns and admits defeat to Ross, punching himself with full Armament Haki power, causing significant damage to the warship and himself.
• Ross receives strength and Armament Haki (A-Class) rewards.
• Ross plans to propose Sakazuki's appointment as a Marine Admiral and allows him to destroy Ohara Island during a world broadcast.
• Saint Stan grants permission for the world broadcast.

Character Developments

• Olvia feels she has failed Robin but still believes she hasn't done anything wrong.
• Sakazuki accepts his defeat and looks forward to his Admiral promotion.
• Ross shows his strategic mind by planning to secure Sakazuki's Admiral position and boost the Marines' reputation.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics and politics within the Marines and the World Government.
• The consequences of losing a bet and accepting responsibility, as shown by Sakazuki.
• The might of Armament Haki and its destructive power.

Character Interactions

• Ross and Sakazuki: Ross shows respect and support for Sakazuki, while Sakazuki accepts Ross's help and looks up to him.
• Olvia and Robin: Olvia avoids Robin's gaze, feeling guilty, while Robin looks at Olvia with coldness and hatred.
• Ross and Saint Stan: Ross reports his mission's success to Saint Stan and requests permission for a world broadcast, which Saint Stan grants.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Marines prepare for a live broadcast to announce the execution of Ohara's scholars and the impending destruction of the island via a Buster Call.
• The broadcast is transmitted worldwide using a high-authorization Image Den Den Mushi, controlled by the World Government.
• Ross, a Celestial Dragon, announces the sentences and the imminent Buster Call, aiming to display the World Government's power and gain prestige.

Character Developments

• Ross: Reveals his Celestial Dragon identity and demonstrates his ambition by personally overseeing the broadcast and the Buster Call.
• Sakazuki: Eager to prove himself and gain promotion, he is chosen to carry out the Buster Call on Ohara.

Significant Themes

• Power and Control: The World Government uses the live broadcast to assert its authority and maintain order.
• Fear and Intimidation: The broadcast aims to instill fear in potential dissenters and reinforce the World Government's image.
• Consequences of Defiance: The execution of Ohara's scholars serves as a warning against disobeying the World Government's bans.

Character Interactions

• Ross and Sakazuki: Ross orders Sakazuki to commence the Buster Call, highlighting their hierarchical relationship within the Marines.
• Dragon and an unnamed woman: They witness the broadcast together, with Dragon showing concern for Ohara's fate and the woman trying to calm him down.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Sakazuki is ordered to execute the Buster Call on Ohara.
• Sakazuki demonstrates his immense power by creating a massive magma sea in the sky, covering Ohara island.
• He unleashes a devastating 'Meteor Shower' attack, engulfing Ohara in lava and destroying the Tree of Knowledge.

Character Developments

• Sakazuki proves his Admiral-level strength, gaining worldwide recognition.
• Ross admires Sakazuki's power but remains confident in his own potential.
• Zephyr is relieved to see Sakazuki's growth, having predicted his potential.
• Olvia and Robin, mother and daughter, watch their homeland burn, expressing grief and despair.

Significant Themes

• The destructive power of the Marines and the World Government.
• The awe and fear inspired by Admiral-level strength.
• The loss of home and heritage.

Character Interactions

• Sakazuki and Ross: Sakazuki's display of power impresses Ross, who remains confident in his own abilities.
• Sakazuki and Zephyr: Zephyr is relieved to see Sakazuki's growth, indicating a mentor-mentee relationship.
• Olvia and Robin: Mother and daughter share a moment of grief and despair as they watch their homeland burn.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ohara is destroyed by Admiral Sakazuki (Akainu) in a Buster Call, shocking the world and establishing his power.
• Sakazuki's display of strength prompts reactions from pirates across the Four Seas and the New World.
• Whitebeard and his crew witness Sakazuki's power and discuss the future of the Marines and pirates.
• Ross promotes Sakazuki to Admiral and sends him to guard the New World.
• Gion is sent to Sleep Ancient Town in the New World to find the Vampire Devil Fruit.

Character Developments

• Sakazuki's power and status are solidified, and he is promoted to Admiral.
• Ross's influence and authority are strengthened among the Celestial Dragons and the world.
• Gion's ambition grows as she seeks the Vampire Devil Fruit to reach the Admiral level.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics between the Marines and pirates.
• The consequences of provoking a Celestial Dragon.
• The pursuit of power and strength among pirates.

Character Interactions

• Sakazuki and Ross: Sakazuki demonstrates his loyalty and power to Ross, who in turn promotes him and shows him respect.
• Whitebeard and Marco: Whitebeard expresses his confidence in facing the Marines, while Marco feels the pressure of Sakazuki's power.
• Ross and Gion: Ross keeps his promise to Gion and sends her to find the Vampire Devil Fruit, furthering her ambitions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ross watches Gion leave and reflects on his feelings for her and other women in his life (Stella, Olvia).
• Ross learns about his new ship's preparations from Stella.
• Ross visits Zany and Robin, deciding to let Zany teach Robin Body Techniques to improve her strength.

Character Developments

• Ross's feelings for Gion deepen, but he remains committed to Stella.
• Zany's loyalty to Ross grows, feeling respected and valued by him.
• Robin, after being hurt by Olvia, seeks to improve her strength through training.

Significant Themes

• Loyalty: Zany's loyalty to Ross and the Jaygarcia Family is explored, with her feelings for Ross growing.
• Strength and Power: Robin's desire to become stronger after being hurt, reflecting the pirate world's emphasis on power.
• Relationships: Ross's complex relationships with multiple women, including Gion, Stella, and Zany.

Character Interactions

• Ross and Stella: Ross appreciates Stella's efficiency and care, while Stella remains devoted to Ross.
• Ross and Zany: Ross shows respect and appreciation for Zany, further strengthening her loyalty to him.
• Zany and Robin: Zany agrees to teach Robin Body Techniques, showing a protective and nurturing side.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ross receives news that the woman he's been searching for has been found on Baterilla Island, pregnant.
• Ross rushes to prepare for the journey, summoning the best physicians and ordering his warship to travel at full speed.
• Zephyr, a former Marine Admiral, is enlisted to push the warship at an incredible speed to reach the Holy Land quickly.
• Ross plans to use his Devil Fruit user, Stella, to save the woman once they reach her.

Character Developments

• Ross shows increased urgency and anxiety, indicating the importance of saving the woman.
• Zephyr demonstrates his immense strength and stamina by pushing the warship at high speed.
• Ross reveals his strategic thinking by planning to use the woman's loyalty and potential to create a powerful ally in the future.

Significant Themes

• Urgency and Time: Ross's actions highlight the theme of urgency and the race against time to save the woman and her unborn child.
• Power and Influence: Ross's ability to mobilize resources and people, including a former Marine Admiral, showcases his power and influence.
• Long-term Planning: Ross's thoughts about the woman's future potential suggest his strategic and long-term thinking.

Character Interactions

• Ross and Zany work together to coordinate the search and rescue mission.
• Ross interacts with Zephyr, acknowledging his efforts and explaining the situation, showing respect for Zephyr's strength and dedication.
• Ross's conversation with Robin reveals his calm and collected demeanor even in urgent situations.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ross leaves Zephyr after his business, taking Robin with him.
• Sakazuki and the Marines follow, adapting to his fiery temper.
• Ross questions Robin about her plans after Ohara's destruction.
• Ross warns Robin about her safety and the dangers of being undocumented.
• Robin expresses her desire to escape from Olvia.
• Ross questions Robin about her obsession with the Poneglyphs.
• Robin reveals that she knows Ross is aware of her historical knowledge.
• Ross shares his philosophy on secrets and strength with Robin.
• Robin repeats Professor Clover's reasons for studying the Poneglyphs.
• Robin expresses her changed views on history and its recording.

Character Developments

• Robin: Becomes more aware of the world's dangers and her own vulnerability. She starts questioning her previous beliefs about history and the Poneglyphs.
• Ross: Shows a more nurturing and guiding side towards Robin, expressing interest in her growth and thoughts.

Significant Themes

• Power and Strength: Ross emphasizes the importance of strength in protecting oneself and one's beliefs.
• Truth and History: Robin questions the absolute truth of history and the validity of trying to uncover the "blank" 100 years.
• Secrets and Knowledge: Ross discusses the nature of secrets and the eventual spread of knowledge.

Character Interactions

• Ross and Robin: Ross guides and questions Robin, helping her process her experiences and thoughts. Robin opens up to Ross, sharing her newfound views on history.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Robin expresses her understanding of Doflamingo's perspective on history.
• Ross reveals the World Government's planned version of Ohara's history.
• Robin proposes a deal to Ross: she will fabricate a piece of history beneficial to the World Government if Olvia announces it as genuine, knowing it's false.
• Ross agrees but adds a condition: Robin will become his maid, branded with the Celestial Dragon mark.
• Ross instigates Olvia's actions, knowing Robin will eventually seek revenge.

Character Developments

• Robin: Shows her determination to avenge Ohara and her loved ones, even at the cost of becoming Ross's slave. She hides her true feelings and plans revenge against Ross.
• Ross: Reveals his manipulative nature, instigating Olvia and accepting Robin's deal, knowing she plans revenge. He enjoys the game of watching her plot unfold.

Significant Themes

• Manipulation and power dynamics: Ross manipulates both Olvia and Robin to serve his purposes.
• The power of history and truth: Robin's desire to alter history to avenge Ohara and her willingness to fabricate a false history to achieve this.
• Revenge and its consequences: Robin's decision to become Ross's slave to gain his trust and eventually take revenge, showing the lengths she's willing to go for her goals.

Character Interactions

• Ross and Robin: Their conversation reveals Ross's manipulative nature and Robin's determination and cunning. They form a deal, with Robin becoming Ross's maid.
• Ross and Olvia: Ross instigates Olvia's actions, knowing it will lead to Robin's revenge plot.