Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Abel connects with his Temple and statue, feeling like a true deity due to the intense faith from High Elves.
• The statue repairs itself rapidly and begins producing a divine power crystal within a year.
• Abel visits the Dwarf race's Ironforge, seeing their war preparations against God's Country.
• Dwarf King Gunther reveals the upcoming war and the potential awakening of Outer Heavenly Demons.
• Abel is led to see the Dwarf race's most powerful war machine.

Character Developments

• Abel: Realizes the immense faith power of High Elves and the potential of divine power crystals. Acknowledges the Dwarf race's war preparations and offers his help.
• Dwarf King Gunther: Shows concern for his race's safety and reveals their most powerful war machine to Abel.

Significant Themes

• Faith and Divine Power: The intense faith of High Elves repairs Abel's statue and begins producing divine power crystals rapidly.
• War and Preparation: The Dwarf race's war preparations highlight the looming conflict with God's Country and the potential threat of Outer Heavenly Demons.
• Trust and Alliance: Dwarf King Gunther's trust in Abel is shown by revealing their most powerful war machine and seeking his help.

Character Interactions

• Abel and Dwarf King Gunther: They discuss the upcoming war and the potential threat of Outer Heavenly Demons. Dwarf King Gunther leads Abel to see the Dwarf race's most powerful war machine, showing trust and seeking his help.
• Abel and High Elves: Abel feels the intense faith of High Elves, repairing his statue and producing divine power crystals rapidly.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Abel visits the Dwarf King, Gunther, and is led to a massive cavern containing twenty colossal Ancient Steel Puppets.
• The Steel Puppets are damaged, with only three retaining combat capabilities. The damage is attributed to their Spirits and main control systems.
• Abel agrees to help repair the Ancient Steel Puppets.

Character Developments

• Abel demonstrates his knowledge of materials and ancient war machines, impressing the Dwarf King.
• Metallurgist Hobson, a half-step Metallurgical Master, shows excitement and eagerness to share his knowledge about the Ancient Steel Puppets with Abel.
• Dwarf King Gunther reveals his confidence in Abel's abilities and the importance of the Ancient Steel Puppets to the Dwarf race.

Significant Themes

• The theme of ancient technology vs. modern technology is highlighted, with the Dwarves' modifications to the Ancient Steel Puppets revealing the gap between their technology and the ancient technology.
• The theme of the power of materials is emphasized, with the Ancient Steel Puppets' materials being beyond the Dwarves' current ability to replicate.

Character Interactions

• Abel and Dwarf King Gunther discuss the Ancient Steel Puppets, with Gunther revealing their history and damage.
• Abel and Metallurgist Hobson discuss the Ancient Steel Puppets, with Hobson sharing his extensive knowledge and speculations about the materials used.
• Abel and Metallurgist Hobson interact as equals, with Hobson leading Abel to examine the damaged main control system of an Ancient Steel Puppet.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Abel repairs the cracked main control panel of the Ancient Steel Puppet using his Alchemy Grandmaster abilities.
• The repair process involves scanning, memorizing, and restoring intricate runes, as well as adding a magic array to prevent future damage.
• Abel successfully repairs all twenty Ancient Steel Puppets and modifies three undamaged ones to correct their flaws.
• The Dwarf King Gunther rewards Abel with two Ancient Steel Puppets containing Spirits as payment for his services.

Character Developments

• Abel demonstrates his prowess as an Alchemy Grandmaster, successfully repairing and modifying the Ancient Steel Puppets with ease.
• The Dwarf King Gunther shows appreciation and respect for Abel's skills, offering him a significant reward.

Significant Themes

• The value and importance of ancient artifacts and their repair.
• The power dynamics between Abel and the dwarves, with Abel's skills being highly sought after.
• The theme of payment and reward for services rendered.

Character Interactions

• Abel interacts with the Dwarf King Gunther and Metallurgist Hobson, showcasing his abilities and receiving their respect and admiration.
• Abel's actions help the dwarves overcome a significant challenge, strengthening his relationship with them.
• The Dwarf King Gunther rewards Abel with two Ancient Steel Puppets, acknowledging his skills and contribution to the dwarf race.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Abel receives two Ancient Steel Puppets from the dwarf race, which they couldn't operate but valued highly.
• Upon returning to the Golden Castle, Abel discovers the puppets are Land King Puppets, the largest and most powerful war puppets.
• He tests one Land King Puppet's combat power in the Dark World, revealing its immense destructive force.
• Abel creates an underground space in the Golden Castle to house the Land King Puppets and sets up concealment and defense arrays.
• He hands over the control of the Land King Puppets to the Array Spirit and the Research Spirit for future use.

Character Developments

• Abel demonstrates his strategic thinking by creating a secret space for the Land King Puppets, enhancing the Golden Castle's defenses.
• The Array Spirit and the Research Spirit show competence in managing the project and controlling the puppets.

Significant Themes

• The value of ancient technology and artifacts.
• The importance of strategic planning and preparation.
• The power of advanced weaponry and its potential impact on warfare.

Character Interactions

• Abel interacts with the War Command Spirit to gain control over the Land King Puppets and learn their usage.
• He communicates with the Array Spirit and the Research Spirit to create the underground space and hand over the puppets' control.
• There's no direct interaction with other characters in this chapter.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Abel enjoys the peaceful autumn on the Central Continent, with the war on the frontline at a stalemate due to the God's Country's lack of "divine power crystals."
• Abel's daily life involves training in the Dark World and refining potions in the Golden Castle.
• Abel's strength has reached the peak of Level 22 Rule Wizard, and his battles in the Dark World have reached the Chaos Sanctuary.
• Abel engages in a battle with a group of Hell Creatures, including Doom Knights and Forgotten Knights, using his various summoned creatures, contracted items, and the Angel Body.

Character Developments

• Abel's strength has grown significantly, allowing him to handle more powerful Hell Creatures in the Chaos Sanctuary.
• Abel has optimized the activation speed of his Angel Body and learned to use it strategically, avoiding Hell Creatures with "Attack Retaliation" abilities.
• Abel has developed a tactic of using "Ghost Guardian Knights" as scouts to test Hell Creatures for "Attack Retaliation" abilities before engaging in melee combat.

Significant Themes

• Peace and Tranquility vs. Danger and Conflict: Abel's peaceful life on the Central Continent contrasts with the dangerous battles he fights in the Dark World.
• Growth and Adaptation: Abel's strength and skills have grown, allowing him to adapt to the increasingly challenging battles in the Chaos Sanctuary.
• Strategy and Caution: Abel's battles in the Chaos Sanctuary require careful planning and caution to avoid powerful Hell abilities like "Attack Retaliation."

Character Interactions

• Abel interacts with his summoned creatures and contracted items, using them strategically in battle.
• Abel's Angel Body is an extension of his power, and he uses it judiciously to avoid unnecessary risks.
• Abel's "Ghost Guardian Knights" serve as scouts, testing Hell Creatures for "Attack Retaliation" abilities before other summoned creatures and contracted items engage in combat.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Abel reaches the sealing area in the Chaos Sanctuary, where Diablo is imprisoned.
• He encounters and defeats a group of Hell Creatures (Doom Knights, Forgotten Knights, Demon Kings) using strategic positioning and powerful spells.
• Abel activates two sealing magic arrays, releasing a group of Demon Kings, including a Dark Gold Demon King.
• Abel's Angel Body defeats the Dark Gold Demon King, and his Human Body retrieves a unique belt, "Razor Tail," from the Demon King's corpse.

Character Developments

• Abel demonstrates strategic thinking and combat prowess, using the environment to his advantage and employing his team's strengths effectively.
• Abel's Angel Body showcases its immense power and speed, dominating the battle against the Dark Gold Demon King.
• Abel's Human Body displays cunning, stopping the Angel Body's attack to claim the "Ability Potion" and the unique belt from the Dark Gold Demon King.

Significant Themes

• The power of strategy and adaptability in combat.
• The importance of teamwork and utilizing each member's strengths.
• The duality of Abel's existence, represented by his Human and Angel Bodies.

Character Interactions

• Abel's team works together to defeat the Hell Creatures, with each member playing a crucial role in the battle.
• Abel's Angel Body and Human Body coordinate their actions to claim the rewards from the Dark Gold Demon King.
• Abel's thoughts reveal his determination to face Diablo and his understanding of the challenges ahead.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Abel obtains a Dark Gold quality weapon, Razor Tail, with the Penetrating Attack attribute.
• He leads his Combat Squad through the Chaos Sanctuary, using terrain and strategy to defeat Hell Creatures.
• Abel and Frankenstein face a Dark Gold Forgotten Knight and its Doom Knights, ultimately defeating them.
• Abel acquires a pair of Dark Gold gloves, Soul Reaver, with lifesteal and weaken effects.

Character Developments

• Abel demonstrates strategic thinking and caution in combat, valuing his squad's safety and resources.
• Frankenstein showcases his ability to lure and distract Hell Creatures, using his "Blink" skill effectively.

Significant Themes

• Caution and Strategy: Abel's careful planning and use of terrain highlight the importance of strategy over brute force.
• Teamwork: The coordination between Abel, Frankenstein, and the rest of the Combat Squad emphasizes the power of teamwork in overcoming challenges.
• Resource Management: Abel's focus on preserving equipment and potions indicates the value he places on resources and the importance of conservation.

Character Interactions

• Abel and Frankenstein: Their teamwork is evident in their combined spellcasting and Frankenstein's role in luring and distracting enemies.
• Abel and his Combat Squad: Abel's leadership is seen in his strategic decisions and concern for his squad's safety, while the squad follows his orders and contributes to their victories.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Abel returns to the Rogue Encampment and inspects the Spirit Fruit trees and the "High Elves."
• He discovers that the Priest Artifact Bone Card has finished its automatic repair.
• Abel resurrects Rule Wizard Russ, naming him Donnie, and equips him with powerful gear.
• Abel's Combat Squad, now including Donnie, advances to break the last Sealing Array in the Chaos Sanctuary.

Character Developments

• Abel continues to increase his power, adding Donnie to his list of Contracted items.
• Donnie, the resurrected Rule Wizard, is now loyal to Abel and begins to master new elements.

Significant Themes

• The power of Contracted items and the importance of Soul Contracts.
• The strategic use of Spirit Qi Auras in combat, as demonstrated by the Holy Knights.

Character Interactions

• Abel interacts with Donnie, welcoming him to his team and providing him with equipment and resources.
• The Combat Squad works together to break through the Hell Creatures, showcasing their teamwork and strategic planning.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Abel's team advances through the Chaos Sanctuary, defeating various Hell Creatures like Forgotten Knights, Doom Knights, and Storm Casters, including a Dark Gold Storm Caster.
• Abel activates sealing magic arrays, leading to Diablo's emergence, but Abel retreats using a Town Portal Scroll.
• Abel meditates and advances from Level 22 to Level 23 Rule Wizard without encountering the usual bottleneck.

Character Developments

• Abel demonstrates strategic thinking and caution in battle, prioritizing safety and using his team's strengths effectively.
• Abel's Rule Wizard profession advances, and he contemplates the unusual absence of a bottleneck.

Significant Themes

• The struggle against powerful enemies (Diablo) and the importance of preparation and strategic planning.
• The challenges and uncertainties of professional advancement, particularly the absence of bottlenecks in Abel's case.

Character Interactions

• Abel works in tandem with his team, using their unique abilities to overcome enemies. Notably, Will Legendary Holy Knight and Bruce Fanatical Knight coordinate to take down the Dark Gold Storm Caster.
• Abel interacts with his Angel Body, recalling its spiritual intelligence during his meditation and advancement.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Abel's Druidic sub-soul evolves into an Angel-type soul due to the fusion with the "Crystal Angel Statue," granting him an Angel Body and enhanced abilities.
• Abel prepares to fight Diablo, summoning creatures and casting buffs. He uses a strategic approach, keeping some forces in reserve.
• Diablo, controlled by a World Stone Fragment, demonstrates immense power and combat instincts, easily defeating Abel's initial assaults.
• Abel attempts to wear down Diablo with the Legendary Holy Knight Will, but Diablo's continuous fire attacks overwhelm Will, forcing Abel to retreat.
• Abel tries to attack Diablo with Blizzard and Thunderstorm, but Diablo evades effortlessly. Abel and Will barely escape Diablo's onslaught with Blink and Full Vitality Potions.

Character Developments

• Abel's Druidic sub-soul evolves, enhancing his abilities and removing cultivation bottlenecks.
• Abel demonstrates strategic thinking and adaptability in battle, learning from Diablo's power and adjusting his tactics.
• Diablo, controlled by a World Stone Fragment, showcases superior combat instincts, precision, and power.

Significant Themes

• The power of evolution and fusion, as seen in Abel's Angel Body and enhanced soul.
• The importance of adaptability and strategy in combat, as demonstrated by Abel's responses to Diablo's strength.
• The overwhelming power of World Stone Fragments, as shown by Diablo's invincibility.

Character Interactions

• Abel and his summoned creatures/knights work together, with Abel providing support and strategic guidance.
• Diablo, controlled by a World Stone Fragment, interacts with Abel's forces primarily through combat, demonstrating superior strength and precision.
• Abel and the Legendary Holy Knight Will fight together, with Abel providing healing and support, and Will engaging Diablo in close combat.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Abel uses "Blink" to escape Diablo, but Diablo's wide-range fire circle attack forces him to use potions and Undead Crows for defense.
• Diablo traps Abel and the Legendary Holy Knight Will in a Bone Prison, which locks down space, preventing Abel's escape.
• Abel uses an ancient Portable Mirror Device to create a decoy, momentarily confusing Diablo and allowing them to escape.
• Diablo relentlessly pursues Abel, who uses "Blink" to maintain distance but struggles due to Diablo's speed and tirelessness.
• Abel activates his Angel Body to face Diablo head-on, while his human form escapes with the Legendary Holy Knight Will.

Character Developments

• Abel demonstrates strategic thinking and resourcefulness in evading Diablo, using potions, decoys, and his Angel Body to buy time and escape.
• Diablo shows immense power, speed, and adaptability, making it a formidable opponent even without its original soul.

Significant Themes

• The theme of perseverance is evident as Abel refuses to give up and instead devises strategies to escape Diablo's relentless pursuit.
• The power of adaptability is shown through Diablo's ability to quickly learn and adapt to Abel's strategies.

Character Interactions

• Abel and the Legendary Holy Knight Will work together to escape Diablo, with Abel making strategic decisions and the Holy Knight providing protection.
• Abel's Angel Body and Diablo engage in a fierce battle, showcasing their immense power and speed.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Abel orchestrates a mutual offensive with Diablo, aiming to exploit the latter's control over the World Stone Fragment.
• Diablo initially gains the upper hand but retreats when Abel uses a potion to replenish his life force.
• Abel pursues Diablo relentlessly, inflicting numerous wounds with the "Holy Angel Sword."
• The battle continues through the night, with both combatants showing no signs of fatigue.

Character Developments

• Abel demonstrates strategic thinking and adaptability, switching from hit-and-run tactics to a mutual offensive.
• Abel's Angel Body showcases its ability to absorb chaotic energy from the battlefield, enhancing its life force and Light energy.
• Diablo, controlled by the World Stone Fragment, exhibits formidable regenerative abilities and strategic prowess.

Significant Themes

• The importance of adaptability and strategy in combat.
• The power of mutual exchange and exploitation of an opponent's strengths and weaknesses.
• The resilience and endurance of both Abel and Diablo.

Character Interactions

• Abel and Diablo engage in a prolonged, intense battle, with Abel gradually gaining the upper hand.
• The World Stone Fragment within Diablo and Abel's human form are not directly involved in the battle but influence their respective hosts' strategies and abilities.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Abel, after defeating Diablo, realizes he's gained an Angel Inheritance Sword Technique and a larger World Stone Fragment, enhancing his thinking ability.
• Diablo's defeat liberates countless souls trapped within him, who sing the "Song of Life" in gratitude before disappearing.
• Abel finds the Chaos Sanctuary transformed and familiar, with a sense of divine connection to the world.
• He discovers an opening leading to a cave beneath the Chaos Sanctuary, where he finds two Dark Gold equipment pieces: a crossbow and a steel fork.
• Abel returns to the "Hellforge" and senses it drawing energy from the lava, forming something in its center.
• He finds a blood-red Teleportation Gate in the Demon Fortress leading to an unknown destination.

Character Developments

• Abel gains a powerful sword technique and enhanced thinking ability from the World Stone Fragment.
• He demonstrates strategic thinking by sending Frankenstein to investigate the cave and the Teleportation Gate first.

Significant Themes

• The power of liberation and gratitude, as shown by the souls freed from Diablo.
• Abel's growing connection to the world and his divine powers.
• The theme of exploration and discovery, as Abel searches for the next world's passage.

Character Interactions

• Abel interacts with his summoned creatures, using them to scout dangerous areas before entering himself.
• He has no direct interactions with other characters in this chapter, as he's alone in the Chaos Sanctuary and Demon Fortress.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Abel visits Harrogath City, finding it deserted but well-preserved.
• He reactivates a Teleportation Waypoint to reach Harrogath City directly.
• Abel meditates and cultivates in the Rogue Encampment, using a "Song of Life" to accelerate his advancement.
• The meditation session lasts for an hour, with Abel's strength increasing rapidly due to the "Song of Life" and the assistance of High Elves.
• Abel's body endures and heals from intense energy influx, reaching the full state of Level 24 Rule Wizard.
• After the meditation, Abel immediately begins his promotion to Level 25 Rule Wizard.

Character Developments

• Abel's strength and cultivation level significantly improve, showcasing his rapid growth and potential.
• The High Elves demonstrate their loyalty and power, aiding Abel's cultivation and solidifying their faith in him.

Significant Themes

• Abel's continuous growth and improvement, reflecting his determination and potential.
• The power of the "Song of Life" and its impact on Abel's cultivation.
• The loyalty and faith of the High Elves towards Abel.

Character Interactions

• Abel interacts with the environment, using the resources and tools available in Harrogath City and the Rogue Encampment to aid his cultivation.
• The High Elves, led by Elder Locke, assist Abel during his meditation, demonstrating their support and devotion.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Abel advances to Level 25 Rule Wizard after defeating Diablo, consuming a vast amount of "Light Stones" and Top-tier Magic Stones.
• He returns to the Golden Castle, planning to gather "Light Stones" to further advance his strength.
• Abel learns he has over 1600 Primary "Light Stones" stored in the warehouse, providing a steady income for his cultivation.
• Lorraine visits Abel, requesting his help for Great Druid Amelia's advancement.
• Abel agrees to help Great Druid Amelia, on the condition that she comes to him personally.

Character Developments

• Abel: Becomes more confident in his strength and plans for future advancements. He also shows concern for Lorraine's well-being in the Temple.
• Lorraine: Gains confidence and independence, acting as a messenger between Abel and the Temple. She also shows a growing understanding of political dynamics.
• Great Druid Amelia: Shows respect for Abel's status as a Grandmaster and is eager to advance her strength.

Significant Themes

• Strength and advancement: Abel's continuous growth in power and his plans for future development.
• Relationships and alliances: The dynamic between Abel, Lorraine, and the Temple, with Abel showing concern for Lorraine's well-being and the Temple seeking his assistance.
• Resource management: Abel's awareness of his "Light Stone" income and his plans to use it for cultivation.

Character Interactions

• Abel and Lorraine: Their relationship deepens, with Abel showing doting concern for Lorraine and Lorraine showing a growing understanding of political matters.
• Abel and Great Druid Amelia: They show mutual respect, with Abel warning Amelia about the uncertainty of the Tree of Life's intervention and Amelia respectfully requesting Abel's help.
• Abel and the Temple: The Temple seeks Abel's assistance, with Lorraine acting as a messenger, and Abel using this opportunity to ensure Lorraine's well-being in the Temple.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Amelia, a Great Druid, seeks Abel's help to advance to Legendary Druid.
• Abel agrees and takes Amelia to the Tree of Life, accompanied by his Rule Wizard attendants.
• The Tree of Life demands two thousand and twenty green Top-tier Magic Stones for Amelia's advancement.
• Abel secretly pays the fee and also receives a boost in his own Druidic power from the Tree of Life.
• Amelia successfully advances to Level 25 Great Druid.

Character Developments

• Amelia: Shows determination and pride in her Druidic pursuit. Advances to Level 25 Great Druid, becoming one of the strongest Druids in the Elf race.
• Abel: Maintains his humble demeanor despite his immense power. Secretly uses the Tree of Life to enhance his Druidic strength.

Significant Themes

• Power and Ambition: Amelia's pursuit of Legendary Druid status and Abel's secret enhancement of his Druidic power illustrate the theme of power and ambition.
• Relationships: The dynamic between Abel and Amelia, as well as Abel and the Tree of Life, highlights the importance of relationships and mutual benefit.

Character Interactions

• Abel and Amelia: Abel agrees to help Amelia advance, showing a level of respect and cooperation between them. Amelia, in turn, shows deference to Abel's status and power.
• Abel and the Tree of Life: Abel communicates with the Tree of Life, revealing their close connection and mutual respect. The Tree of Life enhances Abel's Druidic power, demonstrating their symbiotic relationship.
• Amelia and the Great Druid Guard: The Great Druid guarding the valley entrance keeps a watchful eye on Amelia, showing the importance of protecting Abel and maintaining order.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Abel's strength increases rapidly under the Tree of Life, advancing from Level 22 to Level 25 Great Druid in a short span.
• The Tree of Life channels Natural Power into Abel, helping him reach the peak of Level 25 Great Druid.
• Abel returns to the Golden Castle and celebrates his strength increase with his followers.

Character Developments

• Abel demonstrates his monstrous talent and rapid advancement, shocking the Great Druids present.
• Great Druid Amelia, initially proud of her Level 25 status, is humbled by Abel's rapid advancement.
• Great Druid Randow, initially skeptical, witnesses Abel's advancement and is left speechless.

Significant Themes

• The power of the Tree of Life and its favoritism towards Abel.
• The shock and disbelief of the Great Druids at Abel's rapid advancement.
• The theme of rapid growth and the challenges it poses to established norms.

Character Interactions

• Abel interacts with several Great Druids, including Amelia and Randow, leaving them astonished and humbled.
• Abel celebrates his strength increase with his followers, Bonnie, Hilda, and Edgar, who are equally shocked by his rapid advancement.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The story is set in Pas City, an ordinary city with a thriving underworld of thieves.
• Milton, the God of Thieves, lives in Pas City, managing the local thieves' activities.
• Milton discovers that the God's Country is searching for him, suspecting he stole from their Central Temple.
• Milton decides to leave Pas City, seeking the true thief to clear his name and vent his anger.

Character Developments

• Milton, the God of Thieves: Initially content with his life, Milton's calm is disrupted when he learns about the theft at the God's Country. He decides to leave Pas City, driven by anger and a desire to clear his name.
• Pas City Thieves: Milton's departure leaves the local thieves without their leader, potentially leading to power struggles or disarray.

Significant Themes

• Survival and Adaptation: Milton has survived for thousands of years by keeping a low profile and avoiding dangerous activities, embodying the theme of survival and adaptation.
• Consequences of Actions: The unknown thief's actions have far-reaching consequences, disrupting Milton's life and potentially putting him in grave danger.
• Trust and Betrayal: The thief's act of framing Milton highlights the theme of trust and betrayal, as Milton feels betrayed by the thief's actions.

Character Interactions

• Milton and the Thieves: Milton mediates a dispute between two thieves, showcasing his impartiality and authority. His departure leaves the thieves without their leader, potentially leading to power struggles.
• Milton and the God's Country: Milton's interaction with the God's Country is indirect but significant. He fears their power and suspects they are searching for him due to the theft at their Central Temple.

Key Plot Points and Events

• God of Thieves Milton senses the death of one of his true believers, leading him to discover that the believer was captured and killed by God's Country to track his location.
• Divine Revelation, a deity in God's Country, uses divine power to find Milton's location and dispatches three Holy Knights to eliminate him.
• The Holy Knights arrive in Pas City, Milton's last known location, and annihilate the entire city, killing all residents, including children, to prevent Milton from escaping.
• The Wizard Guild responds to the attack, sending five powerful Formal Wizards to investigate and collect the bodies.

Character Developments

• Milton: His true believers' deaths are connected to him, putting him at risk. He is forced to flee and remains a target for Divine Revelation.
• Divine Revelation: Driven by rage and a desire for vengeance, he uses extreme measures to find Milton, including sacrificing a believer and consuming vast amounts of divine power.
• The Holy Knights: They display immense power and ruthlessness, annihilating an entire city without hesitation. Their actions highlight the brutal nature of divine beings and their followers.
• The Formal Wizards: They are awakened from seclusion and respond to the attack, showing concern for the innocent lives lost and a determination to investigate God's Country's actions.

Significant Themes

• The brutal nature of divine beings and their followers, who prioritize their goals over innocent lives.
• The consequences of divine beings' actions on the mortal world, as seen in the annihilation of Pas City.
• The power dynamics between deities and their followers, with Divine Revelation willing to sacrifice a believer to find Milton.

Character Interactions

• Divine Revelation and the Holy Knights: Divine Revelation dispatches the Holy Knights to eliminate Milton, showcasing his determination and willingness to use extreme measures.
• The Holy Knights and the residents of Pas City: The Holy Knights' annihilation of the city highlights their ruthlessness and disregard for innocent lives.
• The Formal Wizards and the Wizard Guild: The Formal Wizards are awakened to respond to the attack, demonstrating the Wizard Guild's power and concern for the innocent lives lost.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Milton, the God of Thieves, discovers all his followers in Pas City have died, likely due to the theft of a precious item from the Central Temple of God's Country.
• He suspects his Divine Artifact cloak might be involved and decides to investigate, sensing its location near the Moon Goddess's temple.
• Milton infiltrates the Golden Castle, discovering it's heavily defended with Dwarf race arrays and a powerful defense array in the sky.
• He plans to search the cultivation room first, as it's unusually protected by an isolation array.

Character Developments

• Milton: He shows curiosity, caution, and determination, adhering to his principle of safety first. He's confident in his abilities and looks down on other Professionals.
• Abel: He's frustrated with the bottleneck in his Angelic Body's development and the lack of time to improve his strength. He's unaware of the intruder in his cultivation room.

Significant Themes

• The power of deities and their Divine Artifacts.
• The importance of time in strength development and growth.
• The theme of theft and infiltration, reflecting Milton's divine nature.

Character Interactions

• There are no direct interactions in this chapter, as Milton infiltrates the castle unnoticed by Abel.