Ch. 864Breakthroughing the Bottleneck
Key Plot Points and Events
- Saine returns to the Azure Source Holy Tower, where he processes the Ten Thousand Year Ice Soul Crystal and the Body Tempering Stalactite Liquid.
- He creates a large bed from the crystal, which aids in mental focus, and a portable alchemy bench.
- Saine uses one dose of the Body Tempering Stalactite Liquid, while Nataya refuses the other, believing her body is not yet saturated.
- Fifty years later, Saine watches Tourmaline play in the Jewel Sea. He prepares to draw her dragon blood to aid his own breakthrough.
- Saine has reached the limits of a Second-Level Magician and seeks to stimulate his cells with powerful creature blood to progress further.
Character Developments
- Saine: Becomes more mature and knowledgeable over the years, reaching the limits of a Second-Level Magician. He seeks ways to break through his bottleneck.
- Nataya: Grows more responsible and considerate, refusing the Body Tempering Stalactite Liquid to avoid wasting it and making her breakthrough more difficult.
- Tourmaline: Advances to Rank Four, grows larger, and gains more control over her power. She becomes more cautious due to a previous maritime disaster.
Significant Themes
- Patience and perseverance in personal growth and breakthroughs.
- Responsibility and selflessness, as shown by Nataya's decision.
- The consequences of one's actions, as seen in Tourmaline's caution after causing a disaster.
Character Interactions
- Saine and Nataya: Their relationship deepens as they support each other's growth and decisions.
- Saine and Tourmaline: Saine cares for Tourmaline's growth and well-being, while Tourmaline respects and trusts Saine.
- Saine and Luluenman: Saine's mentor continues to support and guide him, while also seeking Tourmaline's help for her own research.