Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Saigō learns about the 'Great Calamity' and its connection to Sin God Cain's spell, which distorts heavenly principles.
• He decides to find the Fourth True Ancestor to investigate 'Great Calamity' further, as they are the simplest and most direct target.
• Saigō visits Sendou Aya in the 'Prison Barrier,' where she's imprisoned by Nangong Nayue.

Character Developments

• Saigō: He shows curiosity and determination in investigating 'Great Calamity.' He also reveals his understanding of Sendou Aya's true wish.
• Sendou Aya: She displays her determination to destroy String God Island and Nangong Nayue if she regains her freedom. Saigō reveals that her true wish is to save Witches from their tragic fates and eliminate Demons.

Significant Themes

• The power struggle between order and chaos, represented by Saigō's disdain for order and his interest in 'Great Calamity.'
• The tragic fate of Witches and their connection to Demons, as revealed by Saigō's understanding of Sendou Aya's true wish.

Character Interactions

• Saigō and Sendou Aya: They engage in a tense conversation where Saigō reveals Sendou Aya's true wish, and she confirms her desire to destroy String God Island and Nangong Nayue if freed.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Saigō reveals to Sendou Aya that Nangong Nayue imprisoned her to prevent her from destroying String God Island, as it's crucial for Nangong Nayue's wish of peaceful coexistence between humans and demons.
• Saigō offers to help Sendou Aya escape the 'Prison Barrier' if she agrees to work together towards obtaining 'Holy Annihilation' to fulfill both their wishes.
• Saigō brings Sendou Aya to the castle's central hall where Nangong Nayue's true form is sleeping.
• Saigō proposes a contract with Sendou Aya, offering her immense power in exchange for her body to determine the spatial coordinates of her soul's location.

Character Developments

• Sendou Aya: Admits her true wish to Saigō, understands Nangong Nayue's actions, and agrees to work with Saigō to escape the 'Prison Barrier' and fulfill her wish. She also shows a seductive side when negotiating with Saigō.
• Saigō: Reveals his interest in 'Holy Annihilation' and his desire to protect Nangong Nayue. He uses his charm and deception to persuade Sendou Aya to work with him.

Significant Themes

• The consequences of contracts and wishes for witches.
• The power dynamics between humans, demons, and witches.
• The role of communication and understanding in relationships.

Character Interactions

• Saigō and Sendou Aya: They engage in a negotiation where Saigō uses his charm and deception to persuade Sendou Aya to work with him, while Sendou Aya uses her seductive side to challenge Saigō.
• Sendou Aya and Nangong Nayue: Sendou Aya's understanding of Nangong Nayue's actions leads to a shift in her feelings towards her ally.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Saigō refuses Sendou Aya's request to release her from the Prison Barrier, instead planning to have Nangong Nayue do it after some time.
• Saigō experiments with bringing inanimate objects and contracts to his world of darkness, but not living beings.
• Sendou Aya is left to wait in the Prison Barrier, with Saigō promising to visit her when he has free time.

Character Developments

• Sendou Aya: She accepts her situation, agreeing to wait for Saigō's plan to unfold. She begins to reflect on her past actions and is concerned about the possibility of carrying a Demon's child.
• Saigō: He shows sentience and understanding, treating Sendou Aya more like a partner than a contracted being. He assigns himself 'main quests' and 'side quests' for his growth.
• Nangong Nayue: She remains unaware of Sendou Aya's presence in the Prison Barrier, continuing her daily life.

Significant Themes

• Power Dynamics: Saigō's control over Sendou Aya's soul highlights the power imbalance between them, with Sendou Aya having to comply with Saigō's wishes.
• Communication and Understanding: Saigō believes that clear communication can resolve conflicts, as seen in his plan to have Nangong Nayue release Sendou Aya.
• Growth and Change: Saigō's 'main quests' and 'side quests' reflect his desire to grow and change, both in terms of his power and understanding of the world.

Character Interactions

• Saigō and Sendou Aya: Their interaction is more like a negotiation or partnership, with Saigō treating Sendou Aya with a level of respect and consideration not typical of a Demon.
• Nangong Nayue and Sendou Aya: Despite being in the same Prison Barrier, they remain unaware of each other's presence, setting up potential future interactions.

Plot Points and Events

• Saigō and Nangong Nayue travel to the Kingdom of Aldegia in Europe.
• Saigō reveals that Sendou Aya's true wish is to 'save all witches,' including Nangong Nayue, by eliminating demons and creating a world without magic.
• Nangong Nayue, feeling guilty and betrayed, is emotionally shaken by this revelation.
• In the Kingdom of Aldegia, Nangong Nayue captures a vampire from the War King's Domain, who was attempting to provoke war.

Character Developments

• Nangong Nayue: Struggles with the revelation about Sendou Aya's true wish, feeling guilty and betrayed. Her determination to maintain peace is strengthened.
• Saigō: Reveals information about Sendou Aya's wish to provoke Nangong Nayue, showing his manipulative nature.

Significant Themes

• Betrayal and guilt in friendship (Nangong Nayue and Sendou Aya)
• The complex relationship between humans and demons, and the struggle for peace.
• The consequences of one's actions and the responsibility that comes with power (Nangong Nayue's decision to kill the vampire).

Character Interactions

• Saigō and Nangong Nayue: Saigō manipulates Nangong Nayue by revealing Sendou Aya's true wish, causing her emotional turmoil.
• Nangong Nayue and the vampire: Nangong Nayue captures and threatens to kill the vampire, showing her resolve to maintain peace and her disregard for the vampire's pleas for a trial.

Plot Points and Events

• Nangong Nayue, the Witch, uses her aging ability to kill a vampire in Europe.
• She returns to a hotel in the Kingdom of Aldegia, where Saigō, the Demon, awaits her.
• Saigō reveals his plan to use the 'Holy Annihilation' magic to distort Heavenly Principles and achieve peaceful coexistence between humans and demons.
• Nangong Nayue initially refuses but eventually agrees after realizing it's the only way to fulfill her wish and save the world.

Character Developments

• Nangong Nayue: Struggles with her desire to fulfill her wish and her moral compass. Ultimately, she chooses to follow Saigō's plan to save the world.
• Saigō: Maintains his calm and cunning demeanor, manipulating Nangong Nayue into agreeing to his plan.

Significant Themes

• The struggle between personal desires and the greater good.
• The consequences of making a contract with a powerful entity.
• The manipulation of laws and principles for personal gain.

Character Interactions

• Nangong Nayue and Saigō: Their dynamic shifts as Saigō manipulates Nangong Nayue into agreeing to his plan, while she grapples with her conscience.

Plot Points & Events

• Nangong Nayue questions Saigō about his motives for helping her, leading to a discussion about demon values and their pursuit of pleasure.
• Nangong Nayue decides to seek Sendou Aya's help to fulfill their wishes, planning to establish a 'Witch's Night' empire.
• They visit Sendou Aya in the Prison Barrier, where Nangong Nayue explains her plan to overthrow the Artificial Island Management Corporation and use the Holy Annihilation to fulfill their wishes.

Character Developments

• Nangong Nayue demonstrates decisiveness and maturity, willing to admit her past mistakes and seek Sendou Aya's help.
• Sendou Aya shows resentment towards Saigō for keeping her imprisoned but maintains a sarcastic demeanor.
• Saigō reveals his understanding of demon values but is deceitful in his explanations to Nangong Nayue.

Significant Themes

• The pursuit of pleasure and power by demons, contrasting with human values.
• The consequences of past actions and the need to make amends.
• The struggle for independence and the potential backlash from international powers.

Character Interactions

• Nangong Nayue and Saigō: They have a candid conversation about demon values, with Saigō manipulating Nangong Nayue's understanding.
• Nangong Nayue and Sendou Aya: They discuss their past and current plans, with Nangong Nayue seeking Sendou Aya's help and acknowledging her past mistakes.
• Sendou Aya and Saigō: Sendou Aya feels resentment towards Saigō for keeping her imprisoned but maintains a sarcastic demeanor when interacting with him.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Nangong Nayue learns that the Fourth True Ancestor is divided into twelve fragments, and a ritual called the 'Feast of Blazing Light' is needed to revive her.
• Saigō reveals he has a method to control the Fourth True Ancestor's power.
• Two years pass, and Nangong Nayue, now 21, continues her investigation with Sendou Aya's help.
• The Kingdom of Aldegia's First Princess, La Folia Rihavein, visits them, revealing she has intelligence on one of the Fourth True Ancestor's vessels, 'Crimson Ice of the Demon Princess.'

Character Developments

• Nangong Nayue has matured and become more steady, but still gets emotionally agitated by Saigō's words.
• Saigō remains casual and unhurried, content with slacking off and letting Nangong Nayue do the work.
• Sendou Aya remains dignified and elegant, supporting Nangong Nayue's decisions.
• La Folia Rihavein is precocious, noble, and elegant, with a strong sense of curiosity.

Significant Themes

• The search for the Fourth True Ancestor's fragments and the power she holds.
• The dynamics between Nangong Nayue, Saigō, and Sendou Aya, highlighting their unique relationships and goals.
• The contrast between Nangong Nayue's determination and Saigō's casual attitude towards their shared quest.

Character Interactions

• Nangong Nayue and Saigō's relationship is filled with tension, with Nangong Nayue often getting frustrated by Saigō's remarks, while Saigō remains unperturbed.
• Nangong Nayue and Sendou Aya share a supportive alliance, working together towards their goals.
• La Folia Rihavein's visit introduces a new dynamic, with her curiosity about Saigō causing Nangong Nayue to feel uncomfortable.

Chapter Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Princess La Folia approaches Saigō and Nangong Nayue seeking information about the Fourth True Ancestor’s original body. She offers intelligence gathered by the Aldegian Kingdom in exchange for a promise of neutrality if war again breaks out between Aldegia and the War King’s Domain.
• Saigō accepts the proposal as fair. La Folia then personally asks to accompany him on the investigation, eager to see the Fourth True Ancestor’s base body. Saigō agrees, while Nayue initially objects because of the danger to a royal princess.
• The group travels aboard the luxurious royal airship Rainbow Bridge toward Gozo Island in Malta. La Folia explains that an excavation is taking place there under the direction of the Karyana Family, a noble vampire family from the War King’s Domain.
• The excavation concerns an artifact called The Twelfth Fairy’s Coffin, which Saigō and Nayue suspect is connected to one of the Fourth True Ancestor’s base bodies.
• Gozo Island is revealed to be the site of the world’s first Demon Sanctuary, abandoned long ago and filled with ancient ruins and potentially dangerous prehistoric magitech.
• The excavation team includes Akaya Castle, a legendary archaeologist who studied Holy Annihilation and once entered the Dead City and returned alive. His survival granted him an unusual form of immortality, earning him the title “Returnee from the Underworld.”
• Akaya’s associate, Earl Liana Karyana, oversees the excavation and warns him that the ruins may contain lethal ancient technology. Akaya strangely insists that his daughter should come to the site precisely because it is dangerous.
• During the journey, Sendou Aya reveals that the Karyana Family is searching for Fourth True Ancestor-related artifacts to restore its declining status.
• Aya also discloses that the Karyana Family possesses an original Divine Vibration Wave Drive System, one of only three ever created by the Celestial Tribe. The Lion King Organization possesses another, while the third remains missing.

Character Developments and Interactions

• La Folia demonstrates political skill by abandoning diplomatic evasiveness when Nayue demands a direct answer. She makes a reasonable diplomatic bargain and reveals a personal curiosity and adventurous streak by asking to join the expedition.
• Nangong Nayue remains impatient with La Folia’s formal manner and distrustful of her motives, but she recognizes the princess’s maturity and ultimately permits her to come. Saigō also subtly reminds Nayue that ruling String God Island will require her to tolerate diplomacy.
• Saigō treats the negotiations pragmatically and accepts La Folia’s request without being manipulated by her feigned vulnerability. He is also amused by the luxury of traveling aboard a royal warship, comparing it favorably—but still inadequately—to Nazarick’s treasures.
• Sendou Aya shows that she has been quietly gathering intelligence on the Fourth True Ancestor and the political situation in the War King’s Domain. Her knowledge surprises Nayue and establishes her as an important source of information.
• Akaya Castle is portrayed as eccentric, careless, and mysterious. Despite his shabby appearance and relaxed attitude, his legendary experience and survival record command respect from Liana.
• Liana Karyana is serious and cautious, concerned with protecting the excavation and preserving her family’s investment. Her interactions with Akaya highlight the contrast between her disciplined professionalism and his unpredictable nature.

Significant Themes

• Diplomacy and political neutrality: Information about the Fourth True Ancestor becomes a bargaining tool between rival powers. The Kingdom seeks protection without demanding direct military support.
• Power and responsibility: Saigō warns Nayue that ruling String God Island will require her to manage diplomacy and political expectations.
• Ancient secrets and lost civilizations: Gozo Island’s prehistoric ruins, the first Demon Sanctuary, and the Twelfth Fairy’s Coffin suggest a buried history connected to powerful supernatural beings.
• The pursuit of power and restoration: The declining Karyana Family is searching for Fourth True Ancestor relics—and possesses advanced Celestial Tribe technology—in hopes of reviving its former glory.
• Dangerous knowledge: The expedition involves artifacts and magitech capable of killing intruders, while the characters continue pursuing them despite the risks.
• Hidden identities and unexplained legacies: Akaya’s survival in the Dead City, the unknown locations of the Celestial Tribe’s remaining systems, and the nature of the Fourth True Ancestor’s base bodies all deepen the mystery surrounding the world’s ancient powers.

Chapter Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• The group discusses The Original, a crystallization of Celestial Tribe technology possessed by the vampire Karyana Family. The Lion King Organization created weaker replicas of it, which allow its mikos to wield limited abilities. Saigō speculates that vampires may be unable to use The Original.
• Princess Lafuria explains that Malta has requested Aldegia’s intervention regarding the Fourth True Ancestor. Using diplomatic credentials, Aldegia plans to deploy the Rainbow Bridge near Gozo Island, allowing them to act legally.
• Saigō warns Lafuria that her reliance on rules and order could become a weakness against enemies who disregard both. He urges her to recognize the authority of absolute power and to think more freely.
• At Gozo Island, Saigō and the others discover that the surface has been abandoned and that the Fourth True Ancestor’s base body is likely hidden in newly excavated underground ruins.
• Inside the ruins, Liana Karyana, archaeologist Akaya Castle, his son Akatsuki Kojou, daughter Akina Nagisa, and beastman mercenaries fight powerful mechanical guardians.
• At the end of the ruins, they encounter an ancient barrier linked to the Fourth True Ancestor. Nagisa, who possesses both miko abilities and Over-Adaptor talent, successfully dispels it using Spiritual Power.
• Beyond the barrier lies a massive cavern containing an ice coffin. Inside rests a beautiful sleeping girl, Aurora Florestina, identified by Liana as the Number Twelve Night Lord of Blazing Light.
• Liana becomes fanatical, believing Aurora will allow her to participate in the Feast of Blazing Light, regain a lost Vessel, and restore the Karyana Family’s glory.
• Saigō suddenly appears in the cavern in the form of a black flame and introduces himself as Zarathustra, asking whether Aurora can be handed over to him.

Character Developments

• Saigō/Zarathustra displays his philosophy of strength over conventional morality. He respects order when useful but believes excessive attachment to rules weakens people. His interest in Aurora suggests that he intends to interfere directly with the Fourth True Ancestor’s awakening or fate.
• Lafuria shows diplomatic skill, restraint, and humility. Though uncomfortable with Saigō’s worldview, she accepts his criticism and considers his advice.
• Liana Karyana reveals her deep personal investment in Aurora and the Feast of Blazing Light. Her obsession overwhelms her judgment when she finally finds the sleeping Night Lord.
• Akaya Castle appears careless and irreverent, but his actions reveal genuine concern for his children. He brought Nagisa because he anticipated the barrier and understood that her unique abilities could overcome it.
• Akina Nagisa demonstrates remarkable spiritual talent and courage by dispelling the ancient barrier, despite the danger.
• Akatsuki Kojou maintains a joking relationship with his father, but his presence alongside Nagisa emphasizes the family’s close, if unconventional, dynamic.
• Aurora Florestina is introduced as a mysterious and apparently central figure, sleeping within the ice coffin and surrounded by a powerful curse.

Significant Themes

• Order versus chaos: Lafuria’s lawful diplomacy contrasts with Saigō’s belief that power and flexibility are more important than rules.
• Strength and weakness: Saigō’s Nietzschean philosophy frames morality and politics as conflicts between the powerful and powerless.
• Ancient technology and forgotten power: The Original, Celestial Tribe technology, Divine Vibration Wave, ancient weapons, and the barrier all connect the present conflict to a dangerous prehistoric legacy.
• Inheritance and bloodline: Nagisa inherits abilities from both her miko grandmother and Over-Adaptor mother, while Liana seeks to restore her family’s lost status through Aurora.
• Obsession versus responsibility: Liana’s fixation on reclaiming glory contrasts with Akaya Castle’s protective concern for his children.
• The unknown: Saigō’s curiosity about the ruins and Aurora reflects the chapter’s emphasis on discovering forces whose true nature remains unclear.

Important Character Interactions

• Saigō and Lafuria: Saigō challenges Lafuria’s devotion to diplomacy and order; she responds respectfully and accepts the lesson.
• Lafuria and Nangong Nayue: Lafuria asks why the Karyana Family does not use The Original, while Nayue bluntly admits she does not know enough to answer.
• Saigō and the group: Saigō’s theory that vampires cannot use The Original shifts the discussion toward the differences between humans and vampires.
• Liana and Nagisa: Liana comforts Nagisa after the guardian battle, showing compassion despite her later obsession.
• Akaya Castle and his children: His teasing with Kojou masks paternal affection, while his concern for Nagisa during the barrier ritual reveals his protective side.
• Liana and Aurora: Liana treats Aurora as both a sacred object and the means to recover her family’s honor, addressing her as “Sleeping Beauty.”
• Saigō and Liana: Saigō’s arrival interrupts Liana’s attempted awakening of Aurora and establishes a direct conflict over possession of the sleeping Night Lord.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Saigō appears, causing decay around him.
• Akina Nagisa, a powerful Miko, sees a terrifying vision of everyone dying and the world being swallowed by darkness.
• Liana Karyana, Dr. Akaya Castle, and their beastman mercenaries are cornered by Saigō, Nangong Nayue, Sendou Aya, and La Folia Rihavein.
• La Folia uses political and diplomatic pressure to arrest Liana and Dr. Akaya Castle.
• Saigō approaches the ice coffin containing the Fourth True Ancestor, Aurora Florestina, despite the powerful curse on it.

Character Developments

• Akina Nagisa shows her powerful Miko abilities and her vulnerability to terrifying visions.
• Liana Karyana is desperate and despairing as her plans unravel.
• La Folia Rihavein demonstrates her political and diplomatic prowess, cornering Liana and Dr. Akaya Castle.
• Saigō shows his interest in the Fourth True Ancestor and his immunity to the curse on the ice coffin.

Significant Themes

• The power of politics and diplomacy (La Folia's actions).
• The vulnerability of powerful beings (Akina Nagisa's vision).
• The allure of chaos and the fear of order (Saigō's words to La Folia).

Character Interactions

• Saigō teases Nangong Nayue, hinting at her concern for him.
• La Folia and Saigō have an ambiguous interaction, with La Folia offering Saigō a high position in the kingdom and even suggesting he become her king consort.
• Liana and Dr. Akaya Castle are at the mercy of Saigō and the others, with no way to escape.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Saigō approaches an ice coffin containing a young girl, who is revealed to be a Prime Body of the Fourth True Ancestor, housing a powerful curse named 'Primordial.'
• Saigō decides to confront and control the curse to obtain the Fourth True Ancestor's power.
• A group of Orc mercenaries, under the control of a mysterious Orc leader (Death Emperor's Brother), attacks Saigō and the group, revealing they can transform into Divine Beasts.

Character Developments

• Saigō demonstrates his strength and cunning by confronting and sealing the powerful curse 'Primordial.'
• Nangong Nayue, La Folia, and Sendou Aya show their combat abilities and teamwork in defending against the Orc mercenaries' surprise attack.
• Death Emperor's Brother is introduced as a new antagonist, aiming to capture the group for unknown benefits.

Significant Themes

• The struggle for power and control, as seen in Saigō's attempt to control the Fourth True Ancestor's power and Death Emperor's Brother's desire to capture the group.
• The consequences of manipulation and control, as demonstrated by the Deva's creation of the Fourth True Ancestor and the cursed soul 'Primordial.'

Character Interactions

• Saigō's interaction with the curse 'Primordial' showcases his strength and determination.
• Nangong Nayue, La Folia, and Sendou Aya work together to defend against the Orc mercenaries' attack, demonstrating their trust and teamwork.
• Death Emperor's Brother's interaction with the group reveals his cunning and ruthlessness.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Number 12 Prime Body, Aurora Florestina, awakens after the Cursed Soul's defeat.
• The Death Emperor's Brother sends Divine Beast Transformation beastmen to attack everyone except the vampire princess.
• Nangong Nayue and Sendou Aya defend against the beastmen while Saigō faces the Death Emperor's Brother.
• Liana's Familiar Beasts are defeated, and she is injured by the beastmen.
• The Death Emperor's Brother activates a barrier, temporarily suppressing space magic.
• The temperature drops, and Aurora Florestina's ice coffin cracks, releasing her.

Character Developments

• Aurora Florestina: Awakens after a long slumber and joins Saigō's side.
• Nangong Nayue: Demonstrates her power and strategic thinking, protecting Saigō and Sendou Aya while dealing with the beastmen.
• Sendou Aya: Begins constructing a temporal barrier to eliminate the beastmen over time.
• Death Emperor's Brother: Reveals his plan to capture La Folia and obtain the Fourth True Ancestor's power.
• Liana: Loses her Familiar Beasts and is injured by the beastmen, but is saved by Nangong Nayue.

Significant Themes

• Power and its consequences (Divine Beast Transformation's short-lived strength and the beastmen's sacrifice).
• Protection and duty (Nangong Nayue and Sendou Aya protecting Saigō, Liana protecting Akaya Castle and his children).
• The awakening of the past (Aurora Florestina's emergence from her ice coffin).

Character Interactions

• Nangong Nayue and Sendou Aya work together to defend against the beastmen, showcasing their complementary abilities.
• Nangong Nayue saves Liana from the beastmen, demonstrating her strategic thinking and willingness to help an ally.
• The Death Emperor's Brother and La Folia have a tense exchange, revealing their differing views on the beastmen's sacrifice.
• Aurora Florestina joins Saigō, indicating a potential alliance or partnership.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Saigō commands the Fourth True Ancestor's Familiar Beast, Crimson Ice of the Demon Princess, which freezes everything in its path, including Gozo Island.
• Akaya Castle begs Nangong Nayue to save his children, Akaya Kojou and Akina Nagisa, from the impending danger.
• Nangong Nayue uses Sendou Aya's barrier and her own 'Space Control' magic to evacuate the survivors from Gozo Island before it's completely frozen.

Character Developments

• Akaya Castle shows his love for his children, pleading for their lives and abandoning his dignity.
• Nangong Nayue demonstrates her compassion, saving Akaya Castle's family despite her initial indifference.
• Saigō exhibits his power, controlling the Fourth True Ancestor's Familiar Beast with ease.

Significant Themes

• The power of Familiar Beasts and their connection to the Fourth True Ancestor.
• The destructive force of natural disasters and the helplessness of those caught in their path.
• The theme of parental love and the lengths parents will go to protect their children.

Character Interactions

• Akaya Castle pleads with Nangong Nayue to save his children, showing his desperation and love for them.
• Nangong Nayue and Sendou Aya work together to create a barrier and evacuate the survivors, showcasing their teamwork and trust in each other.
• Saigō's interaction with the Familiar Beast highlights his control and understanding of its power.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Saigō, embodying the Spirit of the 'Mother of Evil Gods,' threatens Nangong Nayue, implying world destruction.
• Gozo Island is destroyed, confirming Saigō's threat.
• Saigō appears with Aurora, the twelfth Prime Body of the Fourth True Ancestor, who is weak and fragile.
• Saigō reveals he fed magic power to Aurora to control the Fourth True Ancestor's Familiar Beast, 'Crimson Ice of the Demon Princess.'
• Saigō plans to enhance Aurora's tolerance to increase the Familiar Beast's power or find other prime bodies to recreate the Fourth True Ancestor's power.

Character Developments

• Nangong Nayue: Maintains her composure despite Saigō's threats and shows concern for Aurora's well-being.
• Aurora: Initially arrogant, but becomes submissive and fearful around Saigō. Reveals her purpose as a 'Watcher' and her mission to complete the 'Feast of Blazing Light.'
• Saigō: Demonstrates his power and plans to enhance it further. Reveals his desire to control all of the Fourth True Ancestor's Familiar Beasts.

Significant Themes

• Power and Control: Saigō's desire to control and enhance his power is a central theme.
• Fate and Destiny: Aurora's fate is tied to her mission as a 'Watcher,' and she must obey the 'Primordial' (Saigō).
• Fear and Submission: Aurora's fear of Saigō leads her to submit to his will.

Character Interactions

• Nangong Nayue and Saigō: Their interaction is tense, with Nangong Nayue questioning Saigō's true intentions.
• Saigō and Aurora: Saigō treats Aurora harshly, while Aurora is submissive and fearful around him.
• Aurora and Nangong Nayue: Aurora initially argues with Nangong Nayue but eventually explains her situation to her.

Chapter Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Saigō successfully seizes the Primogenitor’s power and becomes the new Primogenitor, using a method unknown to Nangong Nayue that avoids being cursed, possessed, or having his soul taken.
• Nangong Nayue realizes Saigō intends to collect all of the Fourth True Ancestor’s Vessels and initiate the Feast of Blazing Light, thereby acquiring the Fourth True Ancestor’s full power.
• She understands that this will likely bring Saigō into direct conflict with the three True Vampires, though she believes he is capable of facing them.
• Nayue openly expresses concern for Saigō’s safety, admitting that she does not want the demon bound to her contract to be harmed. Saigō reassures her that their contract will last until death and promises to protect and watch over her.
• Nayue declares that she will stand beside Saigō in pursuit of their shared “ultimate purpose,” regarding the Fourth True Ancestor’s power as a useful deterrent.
• After Gozo Island is destroyed, Princess Liana diplomatically shifts responsibility onto Akaya Castle and the Black Death Emperor Faction, protecting Saigō and her own group from political consequences.
• Saigō decides to take Liana prisoner and use her as leverage against the declining Karyana Family. He demands the rumored “Original” of the Divine Vibration Wave Drive System in exchange for her release.
• Liana denies that her family possesses the device, but Saigō threatens to exploit both her position as heir and her younger sister to force the family to reveal the truth.
• Saigō and Liana manipulate the situation so that, whether she is telling the truth or lying, her capture benefits them. Nayue then binds Liana with a Chain of Discipline.
• Malta’s officials arrest Akaya Castle, while Saigō and his companions depart aboard Liana’s warship, the Rainbow Bridge, bound for Aldegia.
• The chapter ends by introducing the Whispering Courtyard, an extradimensional location where masked leaders of the Holy Realm Allied Nations conduct secret international discussions.

Character Developments

• Saigō is confirmed as the new Primogenitor and reveals his increasingly ambitious plan to obtain the Fourth True Ancestor’s complete power. He also demonstrates his ruthless strategic thinking by turning Liana into a political bargaining chip.
• Nangong Nayue recognizes that she has developed deep emotional attachment to Saigō after five years together. Rather than hiding or denying these feelings, she acknowledges them directly and reaffirms her loyalty to him.
• Liana displays considerable diplomatic skill by redirecting blame for Gozo Island’s destruction. However, her confidence weakens when Saigō threatens her family and younger sister, forcing her to participate in his scheme.
• Akaya Castle becomes frightened when Liana links him to the Black Death Emperor Faction, fearing that the association will ruin him politically and legally.
• Akatsuki Kojou and Akina Nagisa are shaken by Saigō and Nayue’s ruthless treatment of Liana, especially Nayue’s frighteningly direct use of force.
• Sendou Aya notices the growing bond between Saigō and Nayue and reacts with quiet amusement.

Significant Themes

• Trust and emotional honesty: Nayue’s willingness to admit her concern for Saigō reflects her principle of confronting the past, acting in the present, and not allowing unspoken feelings to become future regrets.
• Contracts and loyalty: Saigō and Nayue’s binding contract has developed beyond a formal obligation into a relationship based on mutual protection and devotion.
• Power and ambition: Saigō’s transformation into the Primogenitor and his pursuit of the Fourth True Ancestor’s power establish him as a major force seeking dominance over supernatural and political affairs.
• Manipulation and political strategy: Liana and Saigō both use calculated deception to control the narrative surrounding Gozo Island and exploit the vulnerabilities of rival factions.
• Moral ambiguity: The characters protect themselves and achieve their goals through threats, coercion, and political scapegoating, blurring the line between justice and cruelty.
• Family and responsibility: Liana is pressured to restore her family’s status, while her bond with her younger sister becomes a vulnerability Saigō is willing to exploit.

Character Interactions

• Saigō and Nayue share a candid emotional exchange in which she warns him to be careful and he promises that their contract—and his protection—will last until death.
• Nayue’s declaration of support reveals that she and Saigō share a deeper, partly secret objective understood only by Saigō and Sendou Aya.
• Liana and Saigō engage in a battle of political wit: she tries to protect herself and her allies through diplomacy, while he counters by making her a hostage and threatening her family.
• Saigō and Liana briefly cooperate in deceiving others, with Liana pretending to be outraged while secretly signaling her understanding of Saigō’s plan.
• Nayue reinforces Saigō’s authority by binding Liana, while Kojou and Akina observe the scene with fear.
• The final introduction of the Whispering Courtyard shifts the focus from personal and local consequences to the wider international and supernatural political stage.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The three True Ancestors (First, Second, and Third) meet in the Whispering Courtyard to discuss the awakening of the twelfth Prime Body and the unknown Demon who devoured the Primordial.
• The First True Ancestor reveals that the unknown Demon has gained control of the Fourth True Ancestor's Familiar Beasts and Prime Body.
• The Third True Ancestor, Jada Kucokhan, volunteers to monitor the Demon (King Li Zhao) to prevent the reckless use of Familiar Beast power.

Character Developments

• The First True Ancestor, Kiyoi Jurambarada, is revealed to be the most rule-abiding and responsible among the True Ancestors, still carrying a mission from the past.
• The Second True Ancestor, Aisworgul Ajiz, is decadent and carefree, but can be serious when the situation warrants it.
• The Third True Ancestor, Jada Kucokhan, is restless, adventurous, and enjoys excitement, volunteering to monitor the Demon to alleviate her boredom.

Significant Themes

• The True Ancestors' long lives have made them seek excitement and the unknown to alleviate their boredom.
• The True Ancestors' past as test subjects and their mission to prevent the Familiar Beasts from going berserk is a central theme.
• The potential threat posed by the unknown Demon and the Fourth True Ancestor's Familiar Beasts is a major concern.

Character Interactions

• The First True Ancestor acts as a mediator between the Second and Third True Ancestors, maintaining order and making decisions.
• The Second and Third True Ancestors have contrasting personalities, with the Second being decadent and the Third being adventurous, leading to some tension between them.
• The True Ancestors' past experiences and mission bind them together, despite their differences.

Plot Points & Events

• Saigō and Aurora explore the capital of Aldegia, with Aurora showing curiosity about the local culture and food.
• Saigō learns that vampires in this world don't need to drink blood for sustenance, only for sexual desire.
• Aurora reveals she's never eaten before, having been asleep since birth, and expresses gratitude for Saigō's meal.
• Saigō questions Aurora about the Celestial Tribe, but she knows little and can't provide useful information.

Character Developments

• Aurora: Shows curiosity and naivety about the world, displays gratitude for Saigō's kindness, and reveals her lack of knowledge about her past and the Celestial Tribe.
• Saigō: Feels a growing responsibility towards Aurora, like a pet owner, and expresses regret for her lack of useful knowledge.

Significant Themes

• The relationship between Saigō and Aurora shifts, with Saigō showing kindness and Aurora expressing gratitude and affection.
• The mystery of Aurora's past and the Celestial Tribe remains unexplored.

Character Interactions

• Saigō and Aurora interact as master and pet, with Saigō treating Aurora to a meal and Aurora expressing gratitude.
• Saigō probes Aurora for information about the Celestial Tribe, but Aurora's lack of knowledge leads to disappointment.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Saigō meets the Third True Ancestor, who is disguised as La Folia, the First Princess of the Kingdom of Aldegia.
• The Third True Ancestor reveals her true identity and expresses interest in Saigō.
• Saigō accepts the Third True Ancestor's proposal to marry her, but only if she grants him the 'Chaos Territory' of the Night Empire.

Character Developments

• Saigō demonstrates his keen observational skills and deductive reasoning, exposing the Third True Ancestor's true identity.
• The Third True Ancestor shows interest in Saigō and expresses delight in their encounter.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics between Saigō and the Third True Ancestor, with Saigō attempting to negotiate from a position of strength.
• The Third True Ancestor's long lifespan and her disdain for ordinary humans, contrasting with La Folia's egalitarian attitude.

Character Interactions

• Saigō and the Third True Ancestor engage in a tense yet playful exchange, with Saigō attempting to outmaneuver the experienced True Ancestor.
• The surrounding diners are shocked and confused by the Third True Ancestor's behavior, which deviates from La Folia's usual demeanor.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The chapter reveals that demons are rules discovered by ancient humans through magical rituals, and the first Witch obtained her power by trading her soul.
• The Third True Ancestor, Jada Kukulkan, is revealed to have been impersonating La Folia.
• Saigō and Jada engage in a battle of familiars, with Saigō using the power of the Fourth True Ancestor's familiar, the Crimson Ice of the Demon Princess, to freeze an entire city district.

Character Developments

• Saigō demonstrates his understanding of vampire abilities and his unique perspective as a demon.
• Jada Kukulkan shows her true form and familiar, revealing her strength and confidence.
• La Folia discusses her impressions of Saigō with her parents, highlighting her keen insight into his character.

Significant Themes

• The nature of demons and their relationship with humans, particularly the exchange of souls for power.
• The understanding and interpretation of demons by humans, and the fear they inspire.
• The long lives of powerful beings and the loss of interest in the world, as seen in Saigō and the Primogenitors.

Character Interactions

• Saigō and Jada engage in a tense exchange, with Jada expressing her interest in Saigō and Saigō remaining cautious and guarded.
• La Folia shares her thoughts on Saigō with her parents, showing her astute observations and understanding of his character.
• The King and Queen of Aldegia discuss the potential threat posed by Saigō's demon, highlighting the fear and uncertainty that powerful, unknown entities can inspire in humans.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Saigō's laid-back life is disrupted when he becomes interested in the Fourth True Ancestor's Familiar Beasts.
• La Folia, the Queen of Aldegia's daughter, tells her parents about Saigō's power and potential strategic value.
• A massive Familiar Beast, the 'Crimson Ice of the Demon Princess', appears in the royal capital, causing panic and destruction.
• The Queen and King discuss potential threats and responses, while La Folia rushes to the scene.

Character Developments

• Saigō: He shows interest in expanding his capabilities, potentially hinting at a change in his laid-back attitude.
• La Folia: She demonstrates her diplomatic skills and concern for her country's well-being, even considering marrying Saigō for the country's sake.
• The Queen: She reveals her political acumen and support for her daughter's decisions.
• The King: He shows concern for his daughter's well-being but lacks political prowess.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics: The True Ancestors' Familiar Beasts represent immense power, capable of rivaling nations.
• Political maneuvering: The Queen and King discuss potential threats and responses, highlighting the political intrigue.
• Sacrifice: La Folia is willing to marry Saigō for the country's benefit, indicating her sense of duty and sacrifice.

Character Interactions

• La Folia and her parents: They discuss Saigō's potential and the threat posed by the Familiar Beast, showcasing their family dynamics and political awareness.
• Saigō and Jada: Their conversation hints at Saigō's newfound interest in power and his potential confrontation with another True Ancestor.