Ch. 1341Can Be Put That Way (Additional Chapter for Accumulating 1,200 Monthly Votes Previously)
Key Plot Points and Events
- Holy Roland I, unable to sleep, reflects on the day's events, particularly the loss of face at the banquet.
- He contemplates the value of the Green Skins Emperor's double-edged Battle Axe, now a blackened, distorted piece of metal.
- He sees Xuan Yu (the Black Sparrow) on the wall, believing it's there for the special metal, causing him fear and unease.
- He decides to send the special metal as a gift to Zhou Xu, along with an apology for the banquet incident.
Character Developments
- Holy Roland I: Realizes his disadvantage against Zhou Xu and Xuan Yu, feels threatened, and decides to make amends.
- Marshal Adolf: Initially unaware of the true power of Xuan Yu, becomes alarmed and understands the need to adjust the empire's stance towards Great Zhou.
Significant Themes
- Power dynamics and political maneuvering: Holy Roland I's decision to apologize and send a gift reflects his acknowledgment of Zhou Xu's power and his desire to maintain peace.
- Fear and uncertainty: Holy Roland I's fear of Xuan Yu highlights the unknown and potentially dangerous forces at play.
Character Interactions
- Holy Roland I and Marshal Adolf: Holy Roland I shares his concerns about Xuan Yu with Marshal Adolf, entrusting him with the task of delivering the gift and apology to Zhou Xu.
- Holy Roland I and Xuan Yu: Their silent, tense exchange on the wall underscores the power imbalance and Holy Roland I's fear.