Ch. 1Should Destiny Be Created?
Key Plot Points and Events
- Mol, the agricultural official of Sigg Town, is forced to prepare for the arrival of Romain Armor-Splitting, the new lord of the territory.
- Romain arrives unexpectedly early, catching Mol off guard and unprepared.
- Romain inspects the hillside where Mol has begun construction for his residence.
Character Developments
- Mol: Struggles with the sudden arrival of Romain, showing his incompetence and nervousness.
- Romain: Displaying calm and maturity beyond his 16 years, he understands his situation and is determined to make the best of it.
Significant Themes
- Exile and New Beginnings: Romain's arrival represents his exile from the main family, but he chooses to see it as a new start.
- Class and Power Dynamics: Mol's fear of Romain highlights the power imbalance between nobles and commoners.
Character Interactions
- Mol and Romain: Their initial meeting is tense due to Mol's poor preparation, but Romain shows understanding and doesn't immediately reprimand Mol.