Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points

• Ruby, Mayona, and Kaluya are affected by a gravity-increasing Forbidden Magic Array, making it difficult for them to move.
• Schutan, the mastermind behind the Dark Magic Association, releases Demons and modified creatures to attack them.
• Ramos, unaffected by the array, uses her Corrosion to defend against the Demons.
• Ruby struggles to use his sniper rifle due to the increased weight.
• Mayona begins to analyze and dismantle the Forbidden Magic Array.

Character Developments

• Ruby shows concern for Mayona and Kaluya's well-being.
• Ramos displays confidence in her physical strength and Corrosion's effectiveness.
• Mayona, despite being humiliated by her fall, remains determined to dismantle the array and protect her appearance.

Significant Themes

• The importance of appearances and self-image, as seen through Mayona's determination to avoid being disfigured.
• The power of adaptability and versatility, demonstrated by Ramos's unaffected strength and Mayona's analytical skills.

Character Interactions

• Ruby and Ramos support each other physically.
• Mayona and Kaluya lie injured but determined on the ground.
• Schutan manipulates the environment to release Demons and attack the group.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Mayona, Kaluya's arch-rival, arrives and dispels the Forbidden Magic Array, freeing Ruby and Ramos.
• Mayona uses Ice Magic to freeze and eliminate the Demons, demonstrating her archmage prowess.
• Schutan, leader of the Dark Magic Association, reveals his ultimate weapon, 'Cannon,' a monster that can devour and evolve.
• Mayona attempts to destroy 'Cannon' with a Forbidden Spell, [Divine Punishment Thunderstorm], but it's ineffective.
• The old Pope arrives and uses Light Magic to temporarily contain 'Cannon' with [Light Seal Sword].

Character Developments

• Mayona showcases her immense power and confidence, proving herself an archmage.
• Schutan reveals his desperation and willingness to sacrifice Lion King City to evolve 'Cannon.'
• The old Pope demonstrates his wisdom and experience, understanding the situation and acting to protect civilians.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics: Mayona's power is contrasted with Schutan's desperation, and the old Pope's wisdom is highlighted.
• Sacrifice: Schutan is willing to sacrifice the city and its inhabitants for 'Cannon's' evolution, while the old Pope seeks to protect them.
• Aging and power: The old Pope's power is limited by his age, contrasting with Mayona's youthful strength.

Character Interactions

• Mayona and Kaluya: Mayona teases Kaluya, but their dynamic is unclear due to Kaluya's limited role in this chapter.
• Mayona and Schutan: They engage in a battle of wits and power, with Schutan trying to intimidate Mayona and Mayona showing no fear.
• Mayona and the old Pope: They work together to prevent 'Cannon's' rampage, with Mayona showing respect for the old Pope's experience and power.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Sacred Song Choir creates a domain that empowers allies and suppresses enemies.
• Civilians of Lion King City are strengthened and evacuated using the choir's magic.
• The old Pope leaves the battle, entrusting it to Mayona.
• 'Cannon' breaks free from the Light Seal Swords and attacks Mayona.
• Mayona uses Twin Magic [Light and Dark Twins] to destroy 'Cannon.'

Character Developments

• Mayona demonstrates her immense power and confidence.
• The old Pope shows concern for Ruby.
• Ramos and Kaluya realize their limitations against 'Cannon.'

Significant Themes

• Power and its consequences.
• The struggle against overwhelming odds.
• The responsibility of those with great power.

Character Interactions

• Mayona and 'Cannon' engage in a battle of wits and power.
• Ramos and Kaluya support Mayona but are unable to directly assist her.
• Ruby is protected by Ramos and Kaluya during the battle.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Mayona decides not to fill in the crater she created and prepares to leave.
• Schutan (Cannon's clone) attacks Mayona, who uses her Spatial Movement to evade.
• Mayona is impaled by spikes but reveals she's using a Decoy Scarecrow technique.
• Cannon's black sea absorbs elements from the air, becoming stronger.
• Mayona creates ten clones of herself using Magic Power.
• Cannon struggles to understand the situation with the ten Mayonas.

Character Developments

• Mayona shows growth in her fighting spirit and confidence, even in the face of a seemingly invincible enemy.
• Mayona demonstrates her ability to create clones, hinting at her adaptability and resourcefulness.
• Schutan (Cannon's clone) displays increased power and aggression.

Significant Themes

• Adaptability and resilience in the face of adversity (Mayona's response to Cannon's strength)
• The power of unity and teamwork (Mayona's clones standing together)
• The struggle against overwhelming odds (Mayona vs. Cannon)

Character Interactions

• Mayona and Schutan (Cannon's clone) engage in a back-and-forth battle, with Mayona growing more confident.
• Mayona's clones interact with each other, displaying a mix of confidence, vanity, and eventual seriousness.
• Ruby and Kaluya discuss Mayona's situation, with Ruby expressing confidence in Mayona's ability to grow stronger.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Multiple versions of Mayona from different future time periods appear to defeat 'Cannon'.
• The Mayonas plan to use Forbidden Spells of different attributes to take down 'Cannon' together.
• The Mayonas from 44 and 42 minutes later convince the Mayona from 40 minutes later to create a Forbidden Spell, 'Void Volcano', with Kaluya's guidance.

Character Developments

• Mayona: Shows increased confidence and power, demonstrating her ability to control time and use Forbidden Spells.
• Kaluya: Discovers her ability to guide others in creating Forbidden Spells, hinting at her potential as a spellcaster.
• Ramos: Feels inferior to Mayona after witnessing her power, questioning her own strength.

Significant Themes

• Power and Competence: Mayona's growing strength and the awe it inspires in others.
• Time Manipulation: The implications of Mayona's ability to summon her future selves.
• Guidance and Learning: Kaluya's role in teaching the Mayonas about Forbidden Spells.

Character Interactions

• Mayona (various time periods): Work together to defeat 'Cannon', showcasing unity and shared purpose.
• Kaluya and Mayonas: Kaluya guides the Mayonas in creating 'Void Volcano', fostering a teacher-student dynamic.
• Ramos and Mayona: Ramos feels intimidated by Mayona's power, highlighting the power dynamic between them.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Griffon Empire's Emperor faces a world's end due to the unleashing of the Forbidden Spell Mayona.
• Cannon, the black sea monster, is confronted by various Forbidden Spells cast by Mayona and her counterparts from other timelines.
• The Forbidden Spells include a water ball, ice arrow, Eternal Divine Tree, Thunderclap, tornado, and a Void Volcano.
• Cannon is eventually cornered and destroyed by the combined might of these spells.

Character Developments

• Mayona showcases her immense power and cunning, using Forbidden Spells to defeat Cannon.
• Cannon, despite its immense power, is ultimately no match for Mayona's tactics and the combined might of the Forbidden Spells.

Significant Themes

• The power of unity and cooperation, as seen in the combined effort of the Mayonas and their Forbidden Spells.
• The consequences of one's actions, as the destruction of Lion King City leaves twenty million residents homeless.

Character Interactions

• Mayona and Ruby interact, with Ruby expressing concern for the homeless residents and Mayona showing remorse but ultimately blaming the world for the situation.
• Mayona and her counterparts from other timelines work together to cast the Forbidden Spells, demonstrating unity and coordination.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Gabriel is contacted by Ruby about a Void Volcano spewing Void Orbs, which she helps the Archangels seal.
• Mayona uses her 'Cannon' ability to summon herself from the future, but keeps getting interrupted, causing her to miss meals and become frustrated.

Character Developments

• Gabriel: Shows laziness and reluctance to deal with the Void Volcano initially but takes responsibility when reminded of her duties as an Angel.
• Mayona: Demonstrates her powerful 'Cannon' ability but also shows vulnerability and frustration when it disrupts her meals and daily life.

Significant Themes

• Responsibility and duty (Gabriel's response to the Void Volcano)
• Consequences of power (Mayona's struggle with her 'Cannon' ability)
• The importance of daily life and simple pleasures (Mayona's frustration at missing meals)

Character Interactions

• Gabriel and Ruby: Gabriel helps Ruby with the Void Volcano issue, showing a friendly and cooperative relationship.
• Mayona and her future self: Mayona interacts with her future self, showing both cooperation and frustration, highlighting the strain of her powerful ability.
• Mayona and Ruby: Ruby cooks for Mayona, showing care and affection, but also witnesses her frustration with her 'Cannon' ability.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ruby and his companions arrive at the destroyed Lion King City, the capital of the Griffon Empire.
• The city is in ruins, with a vast crater where the mountains and water used to be.
• Ruby proposes that the Church and the Mage Guild take over the Griffon Empire together, creating a 'City of Freedom' without an Emperor or ruling power.
• The old Pope agrees to discuss the proposal with Gandalf, the leader of the Mage Guild.

Character Developments

• Ruby demonstrates his political acumen and strategic thinking, proposing a solution to rebuild the city and stabilize the empire.
• The old Pope shows a cold indifference towards Ruby, contrasting with his doting attitude towards Mayona.
• Ryan, the Golden Sword Lion, expresses reverence for Ruby's decision-making abilities.

Significant Themes

• The consequences of war and destruction.
• The power dynamics between the Church, the Mage Guild, and the remnants of the Griffon Empire.
• The potential for cooperation and mutual benefit between different factions.

Character Interactions

• Ruby interacts with the old Pope, discussing the future of the Griffon Empire and the Church's role in it.
• Ruby and Ryan discuss the fate of Emperor Basa and the impact of Ruby's decisions on the empire.
• Mayona, the Archmage, is used as an example to intimidate potential opponents, highlighting her reputation and power.

Key Plot Points

• Schutan, the former king of the Griffon Empire, escapes but is captured by Basa and the God of Death, ending his schemes.
• Ruby retrieves a valuable jade piece from the ruins of Lion King City.
• Ruby returns to the Tidal Empire with Kaluya and Ramos.

Character Developments

• Schutan's defeat and capture mark the end of his villainous arc.
• Ruby demonstrates his growing responsibility and concern for Aqua and her well-being.
• Aqua awakens from her slumber, showing no signs of her previous affection towards Ruby initially, but quickly reverts to her affectionate self.

Significant Themes

• The consequences of one's actions (Schutan's capture and defeat).
• The power of friendship and loyalty (Basa's revenge and the God of Death's assistance).
• The importance of family and love (Ruby's concern for Aqua and her mother).

Character Interactions

• Schutan and Basa's final encounter leads to Schutan's capture.
• Ruby and Aqua's reunion is filled with affection and relief.
• Kaluya and Ramos choose to follow Ruby, demonstrating their loyalty and attachment to him.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ruby and his group wait for Dragon to create a ship to travel to the Mermaid Kingdom.
• Mayona collapses due to overexertion from casting Forbidden Spells.
• Ruby and Mayona share a moment, but Mayona pulls away.
• Ruby carries Mayona to the bathroom, and Su Daji helps her.
• Ruby and Mayona discuss their past and current relationship.
• Ruby goes fishing, and Ramos helps him count the catch.

Character Developments

• Mayona: Realizes her limits and the importance of Ruby in her life.
• Ruby: Shows concern and care for Mayona's well-being.
• Su Daji: Enjoys learning to swim from Aqua and helping her mother.
• Ramos: Assists Ruby in counting the seafood catch and shows a more relaxed side.

Significant Themes

• Love and Relationships: Ruby and Mayona's relationship deepens as they discuss their past and current feelings.
• Family and Belonging: The group's dynamics and interactions showcase their growing bond as a family.
• Growth and Learning: Su Daji learns to swim, and Ramos becomes more comfortable with the group.

Character Interactions

• Ruby and Mayona: Share a tender moment, but Mayona pulls away. They discuss their past and current relationship.
• Ruby and Su Daji: Ruby cares for Mayona, and Su Daji helps her mother.
• Aqua and Su Daji: Aqua teaches Su Daji how to swim.
• Ruby and Ramos: Ramos assists Ruby in counting the seafood catch and shows a more relaxed side.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Kaluya, seeking revenge, tries to humiliate Mayona but is tricked into a trap.
• Mayona, though not fully recovered, uses magic to bind and discipline Kaluya.
• Ruby enters, sees Kaluya's state, and comforts her.
• Mayona asks Ruby for rice, and he prepares Seafood Risotto for her.

Character Developments

• Kaluya: Shows her malicious intent towards Mayona, but also expresses envy and a desire to learn human ways.
• Mayona: Reveals her cunning and manipulative side, enjoying Ruby's care and not wanting to leave.
• Ruby: Demonstrates his caring and attentive nature towards Mayona, showing affection and patience.

Significant Themes

• Revenge and its consequences.
• The manipulation of power dynamics.
• The allure of human behavior and relationships for non-human characters.

Character Interactions

• Kaluya and Mayona: Their interaction highlights Kaluya's envy and Mayona's cunning and manipulative nature.
• Ruby and Mayona: Their interaction shows Ruby's affection and care for Mayona, and Mayona's enjoyment of his attention.
• Ruby and Kaluya: Ruby comforts Kaluya, showing sympathy for her situation, but also acknowledges her foolishness.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ruby feeds Mayona and Kaluya, with Kaluya making a playful request for Ruby to feed her soup with his mouth, which he declines.
• After four days, a massive warship falls from the sky, revealed to be the Dragon's transformed form.
• Ruby and his companions board the warship, which is revealed to be the Yamato, a powerful battleship from Earth.
• The Dragon refuses Kaluya and Ramos' requests to make the warship their summoned beast and mount, respectively.
• Aqua is found inside one of the warship's gun barrels.

Character Developments

• Kaluya shows a playful and mischievous side when asking Ruby to feed her soup with his mouth.
• The Dragon demonstrates its pride and principles by refusing Kaluya and Ramos' requests.
• Aqua exhibits her curiosity and adventurous spirit by exploring the warship's gun barrel.

Significant Themes

• The power and romance of large warships, as appreciated by the Dragon and Kaluya.
• The contrast between the Dragon's powerful form and its playful, childlike nature.

Character Interactions

• Ruby shows kindness and patience in feeding Mayona and Kaluya.
• Kaluya teases Ruby playfully, while Mayona watches with a smirk.
• The Dragon interacts with Ruby and his companions, showing pride and a sense of humor.
• Aqua interacts with Ruby, trying to explain her curious behavior.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The group arrives on Earth in the Yamato, a luxurious and technologically advanced warship.
• Mayona and Aqua explore the Yamato, discovering its opulence and questioning its purpose as a warship.
• An Island Whale, a level nine Magic Beast, attacks the Yamato.
• Dragon uses the Yamato's main guns to destroy the Island Whale with a single volley.

Character Developments

• Mayona: Shows curiosity and suspicion about the Yamato's luxurious interior, questioning its combat purpose.
• Aqua: Clings to Ruby for protection and expects Mayona to handle the Island Whale threat.
• Dragon: Demonstrates the Yamato's formidable firepower, casually destroying the Island Whale.
• Ruby: Throws Aqua into the sea for safety and shields Mayona and Su Daji from the blast.

Significant Themes

• The contrast between the Yamato's luxurious interior and its purpose as a warship highlights the theme of appearances versus reality.
• The Island Whale attack and its subsequent destruction by the Yamato showcase the power dynamics between different creatures and technologies.

Character Interactions

• Mayona and Aqua: Interact as they explore the Yamato, with Aqua expecting Mayona to handle the Island Whale.
• Ruby and Aqua: Ruby protects Aqua from the Island Whale's attack by throwing her into the sea.
• Dragon and Ruby: Dragon demonstrates the Yamato's power, while Ruby is concerned about the safety of his companions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ruby and his crew encounter an island whale with nine bloody holes, suggesting a previous attack.
• Dragon fires the cannon, injuring Ruby due to the shockwave.
• Ruby recovers after treatment, and the group learns about the cannon's dangerous side effect.
• Yamato, the ship's spirit of Yamato, appears and apologizes to Ruby for Dragon's actions.
• Three days later, Ruby prepares seafood dishes in the kitchen, and Kaluya sneaks in to kiss him.

Character Developments

• Ruby demonstrates selflessness by shielding the others from the cannon's shockwave.
• Dragon shows remorse for injuring Ruby and apologizes through Yamato.
• Kaluya becomes more proactive and direct in expressing her feelings for Ruby.

Significant Themes

• The consequences of reckless actions (Dragon's cannon fire injuring Ruby).
• The hidden dangers of powerful weapons.
• The growing intimacy and tension between Ruby and the women around him, particularly Kaluya.

Character Interactions

• Ruby and Dragon's partnership is strained due to the injury, but they resolve the issue without lasting resentment.
• Ruby and Kaluya's relationship deepens as she becomes more open about her feelings, leading to their first kiss.
• The group dynamics shift with the appearance of Yamato, adding another female presence to the mix.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Kaluya's true form, the vengeful spirit from a thousand years ago, awakens.
• Kaluya and Kaluya (the Elf Maiden) argue over Kaluya's body, causing chaos.
• Ruby feeds Kaluya, struggling with her resistance and Kaluya's interference.
• Ruby visits Mayona at night, clarifying his feelings and kissing her.

Character Developments

• Kaluya: Awakens as her true self, struggles with Kaluya's influence, and expresses her feelings for Ruby.
• Kaluya (Elf Maiden): Wakes up, is confused and embarrassed by her new knowledge, and argues with Kaluya.
• Ruby: Struggles with Kaluya's situation, feeds her, and reassures Mayona of his feelings.
• Mayona: Acknowledges Kaluya's awakening, is jealous of Ruby's attention to Kaluya, and is kissed by Ruby.

Significant Themes

• Identity and duality: Kaluya and Kaluya struggle with sharing a body and identity.
• Love and jealousy: Kaluya's love for Ruby causes conflict, while Mayona feels jealous of Ruby's attention to Kaluya.
• Communication and understanding: Characters struggle to communicate and understand each other's perspectives.

Character Interactions

• Kaluya and Kaluya: Argue and struggle for control of Kaluya's body.
• Ruby and Kaluya: Ruby feeds Kaluya despite her resistance and Kaluya's interference.
• Ruby and Mayona: Ruby reassures Mayona of his feelings and kisses her.
• Mayona and Su Daji: Mayona reads to Su Daji, who is asleep.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ruby carries Kaluya around the ship as she can only control her left half.
• Kaluya argues with herself over her feelings for Ruby and her hatred for humans.
• Ruby and Kaluya share a kiss, which restores Kaluya's full bodily control.
• Kaluya discovers and seals away her other self, believing it to be a mysterious power.

Character Developments

• Kaluya: Struggles with her split personality and feelings for Ruby. Discovers and seals away her other self.
• Ruby: Shows patience and understanding towards Kaluya's eccentric behavior. Compromises and kisses Kaluya, unintentionally helping her regain control.

Significant Themes

• Identity and self-discovery: Kaluya grapples with her split personality and finds a way to manage it.
• Communication and understanding: Ruby's patience and Kaluya's eventual openness lead to a resolution.
• Physical affection and its consequences: Kaluya's desire for physical affection leads to unexpected results.

Character Interactions

• Ruby and Kaluya: Their dynamic shifts as Kaluya becomes more open about her feelings and Ruby shows understanding, leading to a kiss that helps Kaluya.
• Kaluya and Kaluya: The two halves of Kaluya argue and interact, showcasing her split personality.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Yamato arrives at the Mermaid Kingdom, guided by Aqua.
• Ruby and his group dive underwater to reach the kingdom, using Mayona's Support Magic: Air Bell.
• They discover the Mermaid Kingdom surrounded by hostile Sea Tribe members, preventing any escape.
• Aqua and Ruby meet Furia, the mermaid clan leader and Aqua's mother, who is struggling to defend the kingdom.

Character Developments

• Aqua: Shows excitement and eagerness to return home and meet her mother.
• Furia: Struggles with the decision to surrender or hold out against the Sea Tribe, displaying concern for her people and frustration with their arrogance.

Significant Themes

• The struggle for survival and desperation faced by the Mermaid Kingdom.
• The arrogance and pride of the mermaids, which hinders their decision-making.
• The importance of Aqua's return to her people and her role as the Water Goddess.

Character Interactions

• Aqua and Furia: Mother and daughter reunite, with Furia expressing frustration at Aqua's return timing and Aqua insisting on inheriting the Water Goddess's legacy.
• Ruby and his group: Work together to reach the Mermaid Kingdom, with Mayona using her magic to help them navigate underwater.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Aqua, a mermaid, believes she is the reincarnation of the Goddess Aqua and tries to convince her mother, Furia.
• The Mermaid Kingdom faces an ultimatum from other Sea Tribes to surrender within three days, or they will break through the defense array.
• The merfolk leaders, including Furia and Shia, are stubbornly unwilling to surrender, even if it means certain death.

Character Developments

• Aqua: Starts to believe she is the Goddess's reincarnation, showing increased confidence and ego.
• Furia: Initially dismissive of Aqua's claim but later considers it due to Aqua's recent experiences and Ruby's presence.
• Shia: A white-haired mermaid and leader, she is stubbornly against surrendering, believing in the merfolk's divine blessing and superiority.

Significant Themes

• Pride and stubbornness vs. pragmatism and survival.
• The consequences of unyielding beliefs and the importance of compromise.
• The potential for conflict and misunderstanding between different races.

Character Interactions

• Aqua and Furia: Mother-daughter relationship, with Furia initially dismissive but later supportive of Aqua's claims.
• Ruby and Furia: Ruby tries to reason with Furia and the other merfolk leaders to avoid a fatal conflict.
• Furia and Shia: Friends with differing opinions on how to handle the ultimatum, leading to a tense exchange.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ruby's group arrives at the Mermaid Kingdom, facing a crisis with the Sea Tribe outside.
• Ruby proposes impersonating the Water Goddess to deceive the Sea Tribe and save the Mermaid Kingdom.
• Aqua is chosen to impersonate the Water Goddess, with Ruby assisting her.

Character Developments

• Shia initially doubts Ruby's abilities but later accepts his plan.
• Aqua is chosen to play the Water Goddess, showing her importance in the plan.
• Furia, the Mermaid Tribe leader, agrees to Ruby's plan despite her reservations.

Significant Themes

• Deception and truth: Ruby's plan revolves around deceiving the Sea Tribe, raising questions about the morality of their actions.
• Divine impersonation: The idea of impersonating a god or goddess explores themes of faith, blasphemy, and the consequences of such actions.

Character Interactions

• Ruby and Aqua's relationship deepens as he plans to help her and her tribe.
• Shia and Mayona show support for Ruby's plan, with Mayona demonstrating her power to intimidate the Mermaid Tribe.
• Furia and Aqua's mother-daughter relationship is highlighted as Furia entrusts Aqua's safety to Ruby.
• Su Daji and Mayona interact, with Mayona covering Su Daji's eyes to prevent her from seeing the bare-chested mermaids.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Aqua and Ruby practice Aqua's acting as the Water Goddess, with Ruby coaching her based on information from an ancient text and Mermaid Grandma.
• Three days later, the Sea Tribe gathers outside the Mermaid Kingdom, ready to attack. Aqua makes a grand entrance, claiming to be the Water Goddess.
• Whale Overlord, the eldest son of the Giant Whale Tribe's chief, questions Aqua's identity. Shark Overturning Sea, from the Ghost Shark Tribe, expresses his disbelief.
• Ruby steps in, using a crystal scepter and an Archmage's spell to intimidate the Sea Tribe, hinting at human support for Aqua's claim.

Character Developments

• Aqua: Shows improvement in acting as the Water Goddess, convincing the Sea Tribe with her performance.
• Ruby: Demonstrates his strategic thinking and ability to manipulate situations, using psychological tactics to sway the Sea Tribe.
• Whale Overlord: Shows intelligence and caution in questioning Aqua's identity.
• Shark Overturning Sea: Reveals his arrogance and disbelief in Aqua's claim, provoking Ruby's response.

Significant Themes

• Acting and deception: Aqua's acting lessons and Ruby's psychological tactics highlight the importance of appearances and deception in gaining others' belief and support.
• Power dynamics: The interaction between Aqua, Ruby, and the Sea Tribe leaders showcases the power dynamics at play, with each party trying to assert their dominance.

Character Interactions

• Aqua and Ruby: Their practice sessions show their growing partnership, with Ruby coaching Aqua and believing in her abilities.
• Aqua and the Sea Tribe leaders: Their initial interaction is tense, with the Sea Tribe leaders questioning Aqua's identity and Aqua trying to convince them of her divine status.
• Ruby and the Sea Tribe: Ruby's intervention in the conversation shows his protective stance towards Aqua and his willingness to assert human influence in the Sea Tribe's affairs.