Ch. 3641Oath
Key Plot Points and Events
- Black A emerges from the underground palace, and the hunters capture him, intending to exchange the 'Ancient Emblem' for a 'Life Source Aggregate Crystal.'
- Su Xiao reveals that Black A will be rejected by the world consciousness and eventually eliminated, giving him [Vitality Original Solution] to delay the process.
- The Sun Apostle returns with the remaining 'Ancestor's Secret Treasures,' and Su Xiao leaves, telling Black A that their paths will not cross again.
- Su Xiao returns to Kus City and learns that the Traitor left the 'Bal'da Forest' months ago, heading towards the Northern Territory.
- Su Xiao exchanges the 'Ancient Emblem' for a 'Primal Fragment' and sells the 'Ancestor's Secret Treasures' for 'Sedimented Glaze,' then exchanges for a 'Rune Base · Divine Sacrifice (Five Slots)' and a 'Covenant Item · Life Reversal (Small Pendant).'
Character Developments
- Black A gains freedom from Su Xiao's control but learns he will be rejected by the world consciousness and eventually eliminated.
- The Sun Apostle remains cunning and ambitious, hinting at future plans.
- Su Xiao continues to prepare for the upcoming challenges, exchanging items to strengthen his position.
Significant Themes
- Freedom and Consequences: Black A gains freedom but faces the consequence of the world's rejection, highlighting the theme of freedom coming with a price.
- Preparation and Anticipation: Su Xiao continues to prepare for the future, exchanging items and gathering information, emphasizing the importance of anticipation and readiness.
Character Interactions
- Su Xiao and Black A: Their interaction shows the power dynamics between them, with Su Xiao revealing the truth about Black A's existence and providing him with temporary solutions to his impending doom.
- Su Xiao and the Sun Apostle: Their interaction is brief but hints at the Sun Apostle's ambition and Su Xiao's indifference to his plans.
- Su Xiao and Tessa: They communicate about the Traitor's whereabouts, showing their alliance and shared goals.