Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Elena is disappointed that Caroso won't take her to the royal capital for the Card Maker Festival.
• Caroso decides to set up a stall in the royal capital, asking Krumen to help with preparations.
• Caroso contacts Teresa to discuss the strange experience they had in the dungeon, and she agrees to visit his stall in the royal capital.

Character Developments

• Elena shows ambition and concern about her status and reputation.
• Caroso demonstrates confidence and initiative in setting up a stall in the royal capital without preparing any cards beforehand.
• Teresa reveals her diligence in training and knowledge of legends related to the dungeon's strange phenomenon.

Significant Themes

• Ambition and status anxiety (Elena)
• Confidence and initiative (Caroso)
• Knowledge and experience (Teresa)

Character Interactions

• Elena and Caroso have a brief conversation about the festival, with Elena expressing her disappointment.
• Caroso and Krumen discuss stall preparations, with Krumen showing concern about the competition in the royal capital.
• Caroso and Teresa have a conversation about the dungeon's strange phenomenon and Teresa agrees to visit Caroso's stall in the royal capital.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Card Master Festival in the Royal Capital is unusually quiet, with most adventurers absent.
• Caroso sets up an unconventional stall, offering custom cards with unique effects like reducing magic cost or drawing cards upon death, priced between 100 to 1000 Magic Crystal Coins.
• A representative from the Alchemy Alliance, Harold York, buys one of Caroso's cards, appreciating its research value.
• Harvey Colin, a rival from Caroso's academy days, visits the stall, intending to cause trouble.

Character Developments

• Caroso demonstrates his confidence and skill in card making, attracting customers despite his high prices.
• Teresa shows interest in Caroso's cards but is initially skeptical of their value.
• Harold York reveals his love for card making and his eagerness to research Caroso's card.
• Harvey Colin displays his arrogance and underhandedness, trying to catch Caroso in a loophole.

Significant Themes

• The competitive nature of the card-making profession and the importance of unique, valuable cards.
• The value of research and innovation in card making, as shown by Harold York's appreciation of Caroso's work.
• The tension between Caroso and Harvey Colin, highlighting their ongoing rivalry.

Character Interactions

• Caroso and Harold York discuss the value of Caroso's cards and the potential of the draw card effect.
• Caroso and Teresa chat about the festival and the cards' potential, with Teresa initially doubting their worth.
• Caroso and Harvey Colin engage in a tense exchange, with Harvey trying to catch Caroso in a trap and Caroso remaining confident and composed.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Caroso and Harvey argue over the customization of zero-star cards, leading to a bet.
• Caroso initially hesitates but agrees to the bet, with stakes of three thousand Magic Crystal Coins and a public apology.
• Harvey involves a lawyer and the Card Maker Association to notarize the bet, pressuring Caroso.
• Teresa arrives and tries to stop Caroso, but he insists on proceeding.

Character Developments

• Caroso: Initially confident, he becomes flustered and pressured, showing immaturity and a tendency to back out of commitments.
• Harvey: Proves cunning and manipulative, using Caroso's pride and reputation against him.
• Teresa: Shows concern for Caroso's wellbeing and reputation, trying to protect him from Harvey's schemes.

Significant Themes

• Reputation and Honor: Both characters' reputations are at stake, with Caroso's noble status and skill as a card maker being challenged.
• Integrity and Commitment: The bet highlights the importance of honoring one's word and commitments, especially in professional settings.
• Manipulation and Power Dynamics: Harvey uses his knowledge of the system and Caroso's pride to gain the upper hand in their interaction.

Character Interactions

• Caroso and Harvey: Their interaction is tense and manipulative, with Harvey provoking Caroso into a bet he might not be able to win.
• Caroso and Teresa: Teresa shows concern for Caroso, trying to protect him from Harvey's schemes, indicating a close relationship.
• Caroso and Krumen: Krumen subtly encourages Caroso to accept the bet, showing she's not as submissive as she appears.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Caroso, unusually provoked, makes a bet with Harvey to create a zero-star card.
• Caroso successfully creates multiple zero-star cards, causing a sensation among card makers and adventurers.
• News of the zero-star cards spreads rapidly, drawing more people to the scene.

Character Developments

• Caroso, initially calm and collected, acts impulsively, driven by an unexplained desire to prove himself.
• Harvey, initially arrogant, is left stunned and speechless after Caroso's feat.
• Teresa, initially anxious, becomes astonished and protective of Caroso.
• Nimel, initially anxious, struggles to suppress laughter, hinting at her involvement in the provocation.

Significant Themes

• The impact of wealth and status on public perception (the rich versus the weak).
• The power of innovation and its consequences (Caroso's zero-star cards causing a stir).
• The value of preparation versus spontaneity (Caroso's uncharacteristic impulsiveness).

Character Interactions

• Caroso and Harvey: Their bet leads to Caroso's creation of zero-star cards, leaving Harvey embarrassed and defeated.
• Caroso and Teresa: Teresa's protectiveness towards Caroso is evident, despite her initial anxiety.
• Nimel and Caroso: Nimel's laughter hints at her role in provoking Caroso, suggesting a complex relationship between them.
• Caroso and the crowd: Caroso's feat sparks awe, disbelief, and greed among the onlookers, highlighting the value and potential of his creation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A zero-star card, a rare and powerful card that doesn't consume deck space, is introduced, causing a massive uproar and stampede in the Royal Capital's card streets.
• The card is revealed to have been taught to Caroso by Alita, causing envy and admiration among the card makers.

Character Developments

• Caroso: Initially stunned by the chaos, Caroso regains his composure and decides not to frame Alita for the card's creation.
• Alita: Despite the attention and envy, Alita maintains a polite smile, secretly expressing her displeasure at Caroso's actions.

Significant Themes

• The power and allure of rare and powerful cards.
• The potential consequences of unexpected events and their impact on individuals and society.

Character Interactions

• Caroso and Alita: Their dynamic shifts as Caroso implicates Alita in the creation of the zero-star card, causing her to feel both admired and annoyed.
• The crowd and Caroso/Alita: The card makers and buyers show envy and admiration towards Caroso and Alita for their involvement with the zero-star card.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The King of the Perus Kingdom learns about the zero-star card's invention by S-class card maker Alita Salazar and considers cooperation.
• Alita's invention is revealed to the public, causing a stir among card makers and adventurers.
• Alita and Caroso announce their collaboration on the zero-star card and Alita's upcoming paper on the Star-Reduction Theory.

Character Developments

• Alita Salazar: Gains recognition and respect from the card-making community after revealing her invention. She decides to support Caroso publicly and shares authorship of the paper with him.
• Caroso Kolia: Gains recognition and admiration from card makers for his role in the zero-star card's creation. He negotiates a deal with Alita, offering her formulas, profit share, and wine in exchange for her support.
• Harvey: Loses a bet with Caroso and is forced to bark like a dog in public, causing him to lose face.

Significant Themes

• Recognition and respect in the card-making community.
• The value and impact of the zero-star card on adventurers.
• The importance of inspiration and collaboration in research.

Character Interactions

• Alita and Caroso: Alita supports Caroso publicly, acknowledging his role in the zero-star card's creation. They discuss a collaboration and joint authorship of the paper.
• Alita and Card Makers: Alita gains respect and admiration from other card makers, who are impressed by her magnanimity in sharing credit with Caroso.
• Caroso and Harvey: Caroso forces Harvey to bark like a dog in public as part of their bet, causing Harvey to lose face and dignity.
• The King and His Advisor: The King discusses the zero-star card's invention with his advisor, considering cooperation with Alita and the potential market for the card.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Krumen, later revealed as Messiah, a High Elf, tries to provoke Caroso to push him into a desperate situation to force his growth.
• Caroso is targeted by nobles, leading to a tense confrontation where he's nearly overwhelmed.
• Messiah reveals she's been watching Caroso, interested in his potential and his growing feelings for a girl.

Character Developments

• Caroso: Realizes his growth has been too calculated and safe. He begins to question his approach to life and power.
• Messiah: Reveals herself as an otherworldly entity interested in Caroso's potential and his emotional growth.

Significant Themes

• The importance of facing desperate situations and emotional challenges for growth.
• The existence of otherworldly entities with interests in human affairs.

Character Interactions

• Caroso and Messiah: They interact in a tense yet revealing conversation, with Messiah pushing Caroso to confront his limitations and find his inner strength.
• Caroso and the nobles: Tension builds as nobles confront Caroso, testing his resolve and pushing him to his limits.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Messiah appears, looks like Krumen but has elf ears, and her figure fades after speaking.
• Caroso forgets about Messiah's visit and the conversation in the dungeon due to memory erasure.
• Caroso receives news about Kong Bai's card duel against two S-class card makers, using legendary cards as a base, with a four-hour time limit.

Character Developments

• Caroso: Shows resilience and acceptance of forced progress. He's aware of the potential dangers of knowing too much but prefers truth over ignorance. He's also concerned about Krumen's safety.
• Messiah: Briefly appears, shows good intentions but inconsiderate actions. She mentions Kong Bai being targeted by an unknown entity.
• Kong Bai: Starts a high-stakes card duel, showing confidence and calmness under pressure.

Significant Themes

• Memory and Forgetfulness: The theme of memory erasure is explored, with Caroso forgetting about Messiah and the dungeon conversation.
• Power and Knowledge: Caroso acknowledges the potential dangers of knowing too much, reflecting the theme of power and knowledge.
• Competition and Growth: The card duel between Kong Bai and the two S-class card makers highlights the theme of competition driving growth and improvement.

Character Interactions

• Caroso and Krumen: Caroso shows concern for Krumen's safety, asking her to watch the stall while they're away.
• Caroso and Alita: Caroso joins Alita to watch Kong Bai's card duel, showing support and shared interest in card making.
• Kong Bai and Xilok: Kong Bai and Xilok interact professionally, setting the rules for their high-stakes card duel.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Alita brings Caroso to watch a battle between top-tier card makers, Kong Bai and Xilok.
• Kong Bai and Xilok simultaneously create a seven-star legendary card in four hours, showcasing their exceptional skills and coordination.
• Caroso enters a state of enlightenment, immersing himself in Kong Bai's card-making rhythm.
• Alita marks Caroso with a card maker's mark, signifying his potential and growth.

Character Developments

• Caroso: Develops a strong desire to become a card maker like Kong Bai, enters a state of enlightenment, and receives Alita's card maker's mark.
• Kong Bai: Demonstrates exceptional skill, focus, and coordination in card making, revealing her true prowess as a top-tier card maker.
• Xilok: Shows her skill and adaptability in card making, but is surprised by Kong Bai's ambition to create a seven-star legendary card in four hours.
• Alita: Recognizes Caroso's potential and marks him with a card maker's mark to aid his growth.

Significant Themes

• The importance of focus, skill, and coordination in card making.
• The concept of a card maker's "domain" or unique rhythm in card making.
• The marking of potential card makers by higher-level card makers to aid their growth.

Character Interactions

• Alita and Caroso: Alita brings Caroso to watch the card-making battle and marks him with a card maker's mark.
• Kong Bai and Xilok: The two card makers showcase their exceptional skills and coordination in creating a seven-star legendary card.
• Caroso and Kong Bai: Caroso is deeply inspired by Kong Bai's card-making rhythm and enters a state of enlightenment.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Caroso receives both the God of War's mark and the card maker's mark simultaneously, an unprecedented occurrence.
• Alita and the chief president of the Card Maker Association attempt to imprint the card maker's mark on Caroso.
• Caroso experiences a vision of ancient times, witnessing colossal beings and primitive humans.
• He encounters Surtur, a powerful figure who offers him her power.

Character Developments

• Caroso struggles with the dual marks and their conflicting influences.
• Caroso's resolve strengthens as he witnesses the power dynamics between humans and deities in his vision.
• Surtur is introduced as a formidable and indifferent being, casually destroying giant creatures.

Significant Themes

• The struggle between divine power and personal will.
• The vast power gap between humans and deities.
• The consequences of accepting divine power.

Character Interactions

• Caroso interacts with Alita and the chief president as they attempt to imprint the card maker's mark on him.
• Caroso encounters Surtur in his vision, who offers him her power.
• Caroso observes the interaction between primitive humans and colossal beings in his vision.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Caroso converses with Surtur, revealing his understanding of her intentions and his resolve to gain power from her.
• Caroso extracts information from Messiah, demonstrating his strategic thinking.
• Caroso expresses his desire for dual development, accepting Surtur's power while keeping his own.
• Caroso shares his dream of a world where humans are masters of their own destiny, free from divine interference, with Surtur.

Character Developments

• Caroso: Shows maturity and strategic thinking, revealing his ambition and determination to gain power. He also expresses his desire for a more equal world, showing a sense of responsibility and empathy for others.
• Surtur: Reveals her amusement and curiosity towards Caroso's ambition and ideas. She tests him and provides him with power, showing a level of respect and interest.

Significant Themes

• Power and Ambition: Caroso's desire for power and his willingness to take risks to gain it are central to the chapter.
• Equality and Freedom: Caroso's dream of a world where humans are masters of their own destiny and free from divine interference highlights the theme of equality and freedom.
• Responsibility: Caroso feels a sense of responsibility towards his friends and the people who have supported him, driving his ambition.

Character Interactions

• Caroso and Surtur: Their conversation reveals their mutual respect and understanding. Surtur tests Caroso, and he passes, earning her power and her interest.
• Caroso and Netizens: The netizens' comments show their support and protection of Caroso, influencing his resolve to gain power and settle debts in the future.
• Caroso and His Friends: Caroso's friends' theories and dreams inspire him, driving his ambition and desire for a better world.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Caroso, after watching Kong Bai's card-making process, attempts to forge a unique mark.
• His body starts reacting violently to the dual marks, causing him immense pain.
• Merlin appears and offers to help, but Caroso refuses, determined to overcome the challenge himself.

Character Developments

• Caroso: Realizes he has people who care about him (Nimel, netizens) and becomes determined to live, demonstrating his resilience and willpower.
• Merlin: Shows concern for Caroso, hinting at a potential future alliance.

Significant Themes

• Determination and resilience in the face of adversity.
• The power of support and care from others.
• The struggle between fate and self-determination.

Character Interactions

• Caroso and Nimel: Nimel's concern for Caroso awakens his desire to live and protect her.
• Caroso and Merlin: Merlin's offer of help and Caroso's refusal hint at a potential future relationship.
• Caroso and Netizens: The netizens' concern and support motivate Caroso to overcome his challenge.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Caroso successfully obtains both the Warrior and Card Maker professions, becoming a dual profession.
• His achievement stuns the audience, including experts and important figures.
• Caroso's breakthrough to Fourth-tier is witnessed, and he also helps Teresa advance to Fourth-tier.

Character Developments

• Caroso proves his exceptional talent and determination by achieving dual professions and a tier breakthrough.
• Teresa feels pressure from Caroso's rapid growth and also advances to Fourth-tier.
• Alita, Caroso's teacher, is shocked by his actions but proud of his achievements.

Significant Themes

• Talent and Ambition: Caroso's relentless pursuit of his goals highlights the theme of exceptional talent and ambition.
• Growth and Pressure: Teresa's reaction to Caroso's progress explores the pressure one feels when facing rapid growth in peers.
• Friendship and Rivalry: The dynamic between Caroso and Teresa illustrates the complex nature of friendship and rivalry among peers.

Character Interactions

• Caroso and Teresa's interaction showcases their mutual respect and friendly rivalry.
• Alita's interaction with Caroso reveals her concern and pride as his teacher.
• The audience's reaction to Caroso's achievement highlights the impact of his feat on the world's balance of power.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Nimel feels pressured by Caroso's and Teresa's advancements.
• Caroso's dual profession marks are discovered, causing a stir among major factions (Mage Association, Alchemy Alliance, Warrior Association, Church).
• Caroso publicly acknowledges his dual profession and agrees to cooperate with research, setting conditions for compensation and safety.

Character Developments

• Nimel: Struggles with self-doubt and pressure from peers.
• Caroso: Shows strategic thinking and assertiveness in handling the situation, prioritizing his safety and the livelihood of his people.

Significant Themes

• Ambition and Pressure: Nimel feels the weight of expectations and competition.
• Power and Influence: Major factions vie for control over Caroso's unique situation, highlighting their influence and interests.
• Responsibility and Compensation: Caroso emphasizes his responsibilities and demands fair compensation for his cooperation.

Character Interactions

• Nimel and Caroso: Nimel feels overshadowed by Caroso's achievements, while Caroso remains focused on his goals and safety.
• Caroso and Major Factions: Caroso navigates the political landscape, negotiating with various factions to ensure his safety and secure compensation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Grand Duke Osiris learns of Caroso's dual profession and orders military exercises near Horn Peak Province.
• Kong Bai and Xilok complete their legendary cards, with Kong Bai advancing to eighth-tier, making them the youngest to achieve this rank.
• Caroso's plan to have Kong Bai take the spotlight while he cooperates with research succeeds.

Character Developments

• Grand Duke Osiris shows his strategic mind and willingness to protect Caroso's achievements.
• Kong Bai and Xilok demonstrate their exceptional card-making skills, with Kong Bai's advancement highlighting their potential.
• Caroso shows cunning and strategic thinking in manipulating the situation to his advantage.

Significant Themes

• Ambition and power dynamics, as seen in Grand Duke Osiris's actions and Caroso's manipulations.
• The importance of timing and strategy, as exemplified by Caroso's plan.
• The value of exceptional talent and its recognition, as seen in Kong Bai's advancement and the reactions of others.

Character Interactions

• Grand Duke Osiris and Caroso: Osiris shows pride in Caroso's achievements and supports him, while Caroso manipulates the situation to his advantage.
• Kong Bai and Xilok: They collaborate to create legendary cards, with Kong Bai's advancement overshadowing Xilok's achievement.
• Kong Bai and the crowd: Kong Bai takes the spotlight, receiving applause and attention, while Caroso is temporarily ignored.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Kong Bai's card battle draws attention, leaving Alita and Caroso overlooked.
• Alita confirms cooperation with the Alchemy Alliance for the zero-star card.
• Caroso and Teresa discuss their potential future rivalry due to political tensions.
• News of Caroso's dual professions and youngest-ever fourth-tier breakthrough spreads, overshadowing the latter achievement.
• Caroso, Alita, Teresa, and Nimel arrive at the Golden Pool Ballroom for a gathering.

Character Developments

• Alita: Confirms her research on the zero-star card and shows disregard for social norms by leaving important figures to follow Caroso.
• Caroso: Demonstrates maturity and composure in handling important figures and shows sympathy for Caroso's past experiences.
• Teresa: Exhibits straightforwardness and honesty about potential future rivalry with Caroso.
• Rayne: Realizes the significance of Caroso's youngest-ever fourth-tier breakthrough being overlooked.
• Kare: Holds grudge against Caroso and plans revenge.

Significant Themes

• The impact of dual professions on societal perception and individual achievements.
• The importance of honesty and straightforwardness in relationships (Teresa).
• The consequences of overlooking significant events or achievements (Caroso's breakthrough age).

Character Interactions

• Alita and Caroso: Alita apologizes for not being able to interject earlier, and Caroso expresses gratitude for her help.
• Caroso and Teresa: Discuss their potential future rivalry and make a pact to work together in an event.
• Caroso and Nimel: Nimel expresses relief that Caroso chose a quieter venue for their gathering.
• Rayne and Elena: Discuss the significance of Caroso's youngest-ever fourth-tier breakthrough being overlooked.
• Kare and Caroso: Kare plots revenge against Caroso for the humiliation he suffered.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Elizabeth Hackmedia, daughter of Boss Luo, performs on stage, singing a sailor's song.
• Caroso learns about Elizabeth's future as a pirate captain.
• Caroso and Teresa discuss societal issues and reforms at the event.

Character Developments

• Caroso: Reveals his political ideals, aiming to weaken noble privileges and improve commoners' lives gradually. He expresses his desire to turn the world upside down with Teresa.
• Teresa: Shows support for Caroso's ideas and agrees to form an alliance with him if their views align in the future. She acknowledges the complexity of governance but is open to reform.

Significant Themes

• Social Inequality: The conversation between Caroso and Teresa highlights the disparity between the rich and the commoners, with Caroso advocating for gradual improvement in commoners' lives.
• Political Ideals: Caroso's vision of a world where people are masters of their own destiny and Teresa's support for his ideas emphasize their shared political beliefs.
• Reform vs Revolution: The characters discuss the feasibility of immediate, drastic changes versus gradual reform, with Caroso favoring the latter.

Character Interactions

• Caroso and Teresa: Their conversation reveals their shared political ideals and strengthens their alliance, with Teresa agreeing to form an alliance with Caroso if their views remain aligned.
• Caroso and Elizabeth: Though they don't interact directly, Caroso learns about Elizabeth's future as a pirate, which may influence his actions later on.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Caroso attends a royal ball where he meets Elizabeth, a princess.
• He learns about the vast gap between commoners and the upper class in this world.
• Caroso decides to work towards improving the commoners' lives.
• He returns to his stall with Nimel and Krumen, planning to make two more cards.
• Caroso shares his experience of obtaining his dual profession marks and the challenges of maintaining balance.
• He asks the bullet screen audience for business ideas to support his army.

Character Developments

• Caroso: Realizes his dream to help the common people, decides to work towards it, and shares his experiences with dual profession marks.
• Elizabeth: Introduced as a princess, starts dancing at the ball.

Significant Themes

• Class disparity and social inequality.
• The challenges and rewards of dual cultivation (strength and spirit).
• The power of helping others and finding purpose.

Character Interactions

• Caroso interacts with Elizabeth at the ball, showing curiosity about her world.
• Caroso, Nimel, and Krumen work together at the stall, with Caroso seeking their help to make more cards.
• Caroso shares his experiences with the bullet screen audience, seeking their input on business ideas.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Elizabeth visits Caroso's stall to purchase two Third-tier Rogue cards.
• Caroso agrees to make the cards, charging 100 Magic Crystal Coins each, despite their rarity and high price.
• Elizabeth recognizes Caroso from the Golden Pool Ballroom, where his teacher invented the zero-star card.
• Caroso creates two Blue Rare Rogue cards: 'Skyfall of Blades' and 'Double Fortune', both offering card advantage.
• Elizabeth, short on funds, tries to negotiate a lower price, but Caroso insists on 500 Magic Crystal Coins for both.

Character Developments

• Elizabeth: Reveals her true identity to Caroso, showing her willingness to use her fame to negotiate a better price.
• Caroso: Demonstrates his astuteness by recognizing Elizabeth despite her disguise. He shows integrity by not lowering the price despite knowing her identity.

Significant Themes

• Disguise and Identity: Elizabeth's attempt to hide her identity and Caroso's ability to see through her disguise.
• Rarity and Value: The high price of Rogue cards due to their rarity and demand.
• Fame and Influence: Elizabeth's attempt to use her fame to negotiate a better deal.

Character Interactions

• Elizabeth and Caroso: Their interaction shows Elizabeth's desperation to buy the cards and Caroso's integrity in not lowering the price despite knowing her identity.
• Elizabeth and Krumen: Elizabeth probes Krumen about Caroso's background and client base.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Caroso and Elizabeth discuss their shared love for the sea and pirates, with Elizabeth expressing her desire to perform 'Sailor's Song' in the Free City.
• Caroso makes four cards for Elizabeth, charging her 400 Magic Crystal Coins each, despite the materials costing less than 10.
• Caroso and Elizabeth exchange contact information and plan to meet at Elizabeth's concert in the Free City on January 6th.
• Caroso returns to his dorm to find Alita distressed, surrounded by card-making teachers, and eager to learn how to make a zero-star card.

Character Developments

• Elizabeth: Shows her passion for the sea and pirates, and her determination to improve her singing. She's also financially generous, offering to cover Caroso's expenses for the concert.
• Caroso: Demonstrates his expertise in card-making, charging high prices despite low material costs. He also shows curiosity about others' opinions, as seen in his response to the bullet screen's advice.
• Alita: Reveals her desperation to learn card-making, suggesting she's under pressure from her peers.

Significant Themes

• Ambition and Determination: Both Elizabeth and Caroso exhibit strong desires to pursue their passions, with Elizabeth aiming to improve her singing and Caroso continuing to refine his card-making skills.
• Financial Disparity: The high prices Caroso charges for his cards contrast with the low cost of materials, highlighting the economic inequality in the world.

Character Interactions

• Caroso and Elizabeth: They bond over their shared love for the sea and pirates, leading to a friendly exchange of contact information and plans to meet again.
• Caroso and Alita: Their interaction is brief but tense, with Alita desperate for Caroso's help in learning card-making, and Caroso showing concern but also some exasperation.