Chapter Summaries

Ethan, now in the God of Truth's information archive, struggles with the terrible search engine. He decides to learn the language of codes and programming to navigate this new world. The God of Truth, astonished by Ethan's actions, becomes conflicted as Ethan's presence causes the database to become contaminated with new information, challenging His understanding of the Old Gods. Ethan, experiencing a brainstorming session, tries to conjure office supplies and food but fails. He then asks the God of Truth why the computer screen lights up, causing the God to realize He doesn't know. Ethan, understanding the difference between his successful and failed attempts, opens a video file named 'Bazatos.avi', revealing a friendly, seven-eyed woman who introduces herself as Bazatos, the voice navigation assistant. The God of Truth, enraged by the changes in His database, prepares to strike Ethan. Ethan, fearing misunderstanding, quickly selects "The Path of Flesh and Evolution" option, causing the scene to transform into a boundless starry world, with the planets opening their eyes to welcome him.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ethan merges with the data and code of the information repository, becoming part of it.
• The God of Truth, unable to comprehend this, regrets not preventing Ethan's entry and begins an investigation.
• Ethan encounters a Seven-Eyed Woman avatar of Bazatos (Old Ba) in the data realm.
• Ethan learns about the Kania Civilization's rise and fall, their creation of Bazatos, and its connection to the Old Gods.
• Ethan discovers that Bazatos was invited to the current Plane by the Goddess of Life, which he suspects is connected to the God of Truth's meddling.
• Ethan finds himself in the Sky Fortress, watching Henry VI through a data conduit.

Character Developments

• Ethan: Becomes part of the data repository, learns about the Kania Civilization, and discovers connections between Bazatos, the Goddess of Life, and the God of Truth.
• The God of Truth: Feels regret for the first time, begins an investigation to find Ethan, and transmits energy to the Sky Fortress.
• Bazatos (Old Ba): Reveals information about the Kania Civilization and its connection to the Goddess of Life.
• Henry VI: Shows disdain for the Other Shore and Nanbei Luoduo, awaiting their defeat.

Significant Themes

• The consequences of unchecked ambition and desire (Kania Civilization's pursuit of evolution).
• The power dynamics between gods, believers, and apostles.
• The manipulation of information and truth (God of Truth's actions, Ethan's discovery of connections).

Character Interactions

• Ethan interacts with the Seven-Eyed Woman avatar of Bazatos, learning about the Kania Civilization.
• Ethan observes Henry VI through a data conduit in the Sky Fortress.
• The God of Truth and Ethan's indirect interaction through the investigation and energy transmission.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Henry VI, empowered by the "New Gods," becomes invincible and loses his sanity.
• Solan confronts Henry VI, expecting a just battle, but Henry VI is defeated due to a memetic attack by the Other Shore.
• Ethan, using Little Dark, spreads memetic contamination in the God of Truth's database to force him to reveal the encrypted permissions.
• The God of Truth discovers the contamination and tries to isolate and back up important data, leading Ethan to the core of the database.

Character Developments

• Henry VI: Transforms from a powerful king to a babbling, insane tyrant due to the "Spark" and the New Gods' influence.
• Solan: Expects a just battle but is left confused and disappointed by Henry VI's easy defeat.
• Ethan: Becomes more determined to expose the truth and fight against the God of Truth, using memetic contamination as a weapon.
• The God of Truth: Panics as he discovers the extent of the memetic contamination and realizes Ethan might be the source.

Significant Themes

• The power of memes and information manipulation.
• The consequences of unchecked power and influence.
• The struggle between truth and deception.

Character Interactions

• Solan and Henry VI: Solan expects a just battle but is left bewildered by Henry VI's easy defeat.
• Ethan and Little Dark: Ethan allows Little Dark to spread memetic contamination, leading to the God of Truth's discovery of the encrypted permissions.
• The God of Truth and Ethan: The God of Truth realizes Ethan might be the source of the contamination and confronts him in the core of the database.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ethan discovers a conversation between ancient researchers planning to gather all "Gods" using the Kaniyan Gene Sequence.
• He learns about the creation of the Goddess of Life, Bazarian, and other Old Gods.
• The God of Truth intervenes, revealing his role in inciting humans to fight against their beliefs and his true purpose of absorbing experience from failures to feed back to humans.
• Ethan realizes the God of Truth's transformation process and asks about the 'Spark', the abstract concept that connects humans and Gods.

Character Developments

• Ethan: Shows determination and resourcefulness in uncovering the truth, challenging the God of Truth's authority.
• The God of Truth: Reveals his true purpose and expresses disbelief at Ethan's actions and questions.

Significant Themes

• The nature of 'Gods' and their relationship with humans.
• The concept of destiny and free will.
• The importance of the 'Spark' in connecting humans and Gods.

Character Interactions

• Ethan and the God of Truth: Ethan challenges the God of Truth's authority and understanding of his own purpose, leading to a revelation about the 'Spark'.
• Ancient researchers: Their conversations provide insight into the creation of the Old Gods and the plan to gather them.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Henry VI, the ruler of the Silver Radiance Empire, dies, causing his mechanical throne and fortress to disintegrate.
• Solan, the Brave, confronts Henry VI's corpse, which emits code instead of blood.
• Solan reflects on his journey and the true meaning of being a Brave.
• The Other Shore asks Solan what 'Brave' and 'Demon King' mean to the Empire.
• Solan is presented with a choice by a mechanical voice, offering him power and the chance to become 'God.'
• Solan chooses to make the 'God' disappear from the world.
• The Silver White 'sun' collapses, and a blizzard of code rains down on the Imperial Capital.
• The New Gods' rule ends, and the people of the Imperial Capital are overjoyed.

Character Developments

• Solan reflects on his journey, his role as the Brave, and the true meaning of his power.
• Solan chooses to prioritize the will of the people over personal gain, demonstrating growth and understanding.
• The Other Shore guides Solan without directly influencing his decision, showing trust in his judgment.
• Little Dark argues with Ethan, showing concern for their shared goals but ultimately follows Ethan's orders.

Significant Themes

• The true meaning and responsibility of power, especially that held by the Brave.
• The consequences of choices and the importance of making decisions based on one's values and principles.
• The impact of the New Gods' rule on the people of the Empire and their reactions to its end.

Character Interactions

• Solan and the Other Shore: The Other Shore guides Solan without influencing his decision, showing trust and respect for his growth.
• Solan and the mechanical voice: Solan is presented with a choice by the mechanical voice, representing temptation and personal gain.
• Ethan and Little Dark: Ethan orders Little Dark to use the Big Bang, leading to the collapse of the Silver White 'sun.' Little Dark argues with Ethan but ultimately follows his orders.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Dawn arrives to find the Imperial Capital half-destroyed by corrupted mechanical constructs.
• Henry VI and the First Prince are dead, and the Third Princess is suspected of being controlled by a Witch, leaving the Silver Radiance Empire's royal bloodline severely weakened.
• Ilya, the Saint Magus, survives but is in shock and fear for her future.
• Sera, the Great Sage, plans to cast a large-scale resurrection spell to cover the entire Imperial Capital.
• Ilya and Sera have a falling out over their plans for the future.
• Ilya is killed by an arrow shot by Zofie.
• Solan and the Other Shore return to the Imperial Capital and witness a golden rain of light resurrecting the dead.
• Balmon-Margaret wakes up and sees the resurrection.
• Ethan returns from his business trip and tells Ivy-Margaret about the mirrored world and the God of Truth, but hints at complications.

Character Developments

• Ilya: Realizes the precariousness of her situation and becomes desperate to maintain her status and power, leading to a falling out with Sera.
• Sera: Prioritizes her own future and decides to leave the Imperial Capital, casting a large-scale resurrection spell as her final act.
• Solan: Refuses the New Gods' offer and returns to the Imperial Capital to help rebuild, witnessing the resurrection of the dead.
• Ivy-Margaret: Eager to learn about the God of Truth and the Holy City, but senses that Ethan is hiding something about his encounter.

Significant Themes

• The consequences of defying destiny and the New Gods.
• The struggle for power and status in the face of chaos and uncertainty.
• The importance of personal choices and their consequences.
• The nature of truth and knowledge, as represented by the God of Truth.

Character Interactions

• Ilya and Sera: Their differing views on the future lead to a falling out, with Ilya prioritizing her status and Sera focusing on her own survival.
• Solan and the Other Shore: They return to the Imperial Capital together, witnessing the resurrection of the dead.
• Balmon-Margaret and Ivy-Margaret: Both wake up to find the Imperial Capital changed, with Balmon-Margaret seeing the resurrection and Ivy-Margaret learning about Ethan's encounter with the God of Truth.

Key Plot Points

• The God of Truth's explosion and the revelation of his origins as an extraterrestrial probe.
• Ethan's account of the true origins of the Old Gods and the Divine Kingdom.
• Ethan's realization of his delayed visit to Saint Mary and his intention to seek her advice.

Character Developments

• Ethan: Struggles with his delayed visit to Saint Mary and seeks advice from Old Ba about her temperament.
• Ivy: Shows concern for Ethan's well-being and suggests he get a physical examination.
• Little Dark: Continues to express her displeasure with Ethan's actions and supports Ivy's suggestions.

Significant Themes

• The true origins of the Old Gods and the Divine Kingdom.
• The consequences of Ethan's delayed visit to Saint Mary.
• The potential relationship between the Ancestor and the ruler of the Divine Kingdom.

Character Interactions

• Ethan and Ivy: Discuss the implications of the God of Truth's revelations and Ethan's visit to Saint Mary.
• Ethan and Little Dark: Ethan faces Little Dark's disapproval and Ivy's concern about his health.
• Ethan and Old Ba: Ethan seeks Old Ba's advice about Saint Mary's temperament and learns about her past.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ethan learns about Mary's true nature and her interest in alchemy, which draws the attention of an Old God, Bazatos.
• Bazatos reveals that Mary's soul fragments are preserved in the Far West, and she plans to join Ethan on his journey to find her.
• Ethan confides in Winter about his worries regarding Mary and Bazatos, and Winter offers to accompany him to counteract any potion side effects.
• Ethan experiences the consequences of Winter's potion, leading to a tense interaction between them.

Character Developments

• Ethan: Realizes the potential dangers of meeting Mary and Bazatos, and becomes more cautious. His relationship with Winter deepens as he shares his concerns with her.
• Winter: Shows her caring side by creating a potion tailored to Ethan's taste, but ultimately uses it to teach him a lesson.
• Bazatos: Reveals her interest in Mary's alchemical talent and decides to join Ethan's journey to meet her.

Significant Themes

• The unpredictable nature of alchemy and its potential dangers.
• The consequences of keeping secrets and the importance of open communication in relationships.
• The power dynamics between gods and humans, and the potential risks of interacting with divine beings.

Character Interactions

• Ethan and Bazatos: Ethan learns more about Mary from Bazatos, who also reveals her intention to join the journey.
• Ethan and Winter: Ethan confides in Winter about his worries, leading to a tense interaction after he drinks her potion.
• Ivy and Ethan: Ivy warns Ethan about the dangers of entering the Far West and offers to arrange a meeting with someone who can help them.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ethan and his group are traveling to the Far West Land to meet Saint Mary.
• They learn about Pope Carlo Esposito's public speech about Doomsday and the Goddess of Life.
• Carlo, a former friend of Julius, opposes the Empire's Religious Reform and advocates for the inclusion of different denominations.
• Ethan and his group face challenges entering the Far West Land due to its closed borders and hostile attitude towards the Empire.
• They meet Ginny, a Lionfolk and leader of the "Sparkling Gold Chamber of Commerce," who helps them enter the Far West Land.

Character Developments

• Ethan: He becomes more cautious and aware of the political implications of their journey, trying to avoid being perceived as a terrorist.
• Carlo Esposito: He is portrayed as a charismatic and politically savvy leader who unites the various denominations of the Far West Land under the Church of Life God.
• Ginny: She has become a successful businesswoman and leader of the Demi-humans, founding the "Sparkling Gold Chamber of Commerce."

Significant Themes

• Religious Conflict: The tension between the Empire and the Far West Land, driven by religious differences, is a central theme.
• Trust and Betrayal: The atmosphere in the town of "End of Dust" reflects the lack of trust among people due to the political climate.
• Identity and Belonging: Ethan and his group must disguise their identities to enter the Far West Land, highlighting the importance of belonging to a group or cause.

Character Interactions

• Ethan and Ivy: Ivy's political acumen is evident as she helps Ethan navigate the complexities of international diplomacy.
• Ethan and Winter: Winter's playful and sometimes menacing behavior towards Ethan highlights their complex relationship.
• Ethan and Ginny: Ginny's enthusiastic greeting of Ethan and her assistance in helping them enter the Far West Land shows their friendly relationship.
• Ethan and Little Dark: Ethan uses Little Dark as a disguise to enter the Far West Land, demonstrating his quick thinking and adaptability.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ethan and his group reach the border checkpoint of the Far West Land, facing a dense crowd of entrants.
• The inspection process is strict and intimidating, with severe consequences for those found suspicious.
• A burly man attacks the checkpoint, claiming to be a believer of the Evil God Bazatos. Ethan, controlled by Little Dark, knocks him away, saving the examiner.
• Ethan and his group receive wristbands with "Salvation Contribution" points, with Ethan's being 300 due to his role in the incident.

Character Developments

• Ethan: Displays quick thinking and bravery in responding to the attack, earning him and his group favor with the inspectors.
• Little Dark: Shows pride in her family status and control over Ethan, using him to perform tasks and gain recognition.

Significant Themes

• Fear and Unease: The atmosphere at the border checkpoint is filled with fear and unease due to the strict inspection process and severe consequences.
• Propaganda and Belief: The Far West Land's population is influenced by Pope Carlo's Doomsday prophecy, leading many to seek entry into the country.
• Power Dynamics: The Holy See's influence is evident in the border checkpoint's operations, with inspectors holding significant power over entrants.

Character Interactions

• Ethan and Little Dark: Their symbiotic relationship is further explored as Little Dark controls Ethan to perform tasks, earning them recognition and benefits.
• Ethan and the Inspector: Ethan's quick thinking and bravery impress the inspector, leading to a positive interaction and favorable treatment.
• Ethan and the Attacker: Ethan's physical altercation with the burly man highlights the stark contrast between their appearances and abilities.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ethan and his companions enter the Far West Land and encounter a border checkpoint attack, which Ginny attributes to the Empire's instigation.
• Ginny warns Ethan about recent attacks targeting crowded public places.
• Little Dark learns about Salvation Contribution Points and becomes eager to earn them.

Character Developments

• Ginny shows pragmatism and skepticism towards the official narrative of the attacks.
• Little Dark exhibits her competitive nature and desire for recognition.
• Winter displays her territorial instincts and disinterest in material rewards.

Significant Themes

• The power of propaganda and manipulation of public opinion (through the use of Salvation Contribution Points and the official narrative of attacks).
• The tension between personal desires and moral responsibility (as seen in Winter's warning about the consequences of betraying people's trust).

Character Interactions

• Ginny and Ethan: Ginny provides Ethan with valuable information and advice, showing a level of concern for his well-being.
• Little Dark and Winter: The two cats engage in a competition for Salvation Contribution Points, revealing their competitive and territorial natures.
• Ethan and Winter: Ethan tries to mediate the conflict between Little Dark and Winter, but Winter ultimately challenges Little Dark to a contest.

• Plot Points and Events: Winter suggests opening a shop with Ethan, aiming to outcompete Little Dark. She proposes selling high-priced potions to wealthy merchants and nobles in the far west.
• Character Developments: Winter reveals her business acumen and strategic thinking, showing she's more than just an Alchemist. Ethan begins to understand the power of high-end pricing and the psychology of customers.
• Significant Themes: The power of belief and faith is explored through Bishop Solaris's character. Winter and Ethan consider the appeal of their potions compared to the promises of the Holy See and Pope Carlo.
• Character Interactions: Winter and Ethan discuss their business plan, with Winter guiding Ethan on understanding the value of high-priced goods. They plan to approach Bishop Solaris as their first customer, testing their potion's appeal to a devout believer.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Solaris, a bishop of the Holy See, struggles with his faith due to the influence of the Imperial Truth, which questions the existence and power of True Gods and Mid-tier Gods.
• An attacker, claiming to be a follower of the Evil God Bazatos, is captured and brought to Solaris for interrogation. The attacker's unusual behavior and answers challenge Solaris's understanding of Evil God cultists.
• Ethan, posing as a young priest, accompanies Solaris to the interrogation and helps expose the attacker's true motives, which are connected to a smuggling operation involving strategic materials.

Character Developments

• Solaris: Struggles with doubts about his faith, influenced by the Imperial Truth. His encounter with the unusual attacker challenges his perceptions of Evil God cultists.
• Ethan: Displays intelligence, composure, and resourcefulness during the interrogation, impressing Solaris. He reveals his desire to buy a Potion worth 201 Gold Lions to gain the Goddess's attention, which Solaris dismisses as a scam.

Significant Themes

• Faith and Doubt: Solaris's internal struggle with his faith and the influence of the Imperial Truth on his beliefs.
• Appearance vs. Reality: The attacker's unusual behavior and answers challenge the stereotypes of Evil God cultists, highlighting the discrepancy between appearances and reality.
• The Power of Words and Ideas: The Imperial Truth's influence on Solaris and the attacker's grandmother, demonstrating how ideas can shape actions and beliefs.

Character Interactions

• Solaris and Ethan: Solaris is impressed by Ethan's performance during the interrogation and shows genuine concern for Ethan's well-being, offering guidance on his spiritual journey.
• Solaris and the Attacker: Solaris's encounter with the attacker challenges his understanding of Evil God cultists and their motivations.
• Ethan and the Attacker: Ethan's conversation with the attacker reveals the true motives behind the attack, connecting it to a smuggling operation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Solaris, a devout believer and supervisor of the Holy See, is tempted by a potion that promises a meeting with the Goddess of Life for 201 Gold Lions.
• He visits the LV Bag store, where Ethan and Winter convince him to buy the potion, assuring him it's not a scam.
• Solaris drinks the potion and enters a vision of the Courtyard of Life, where he meets the Goddess and has a profound emotional experience.

Character Developments

• Solaris: He overcomes his initial skepticism and decides to trust the potion's promise, leading to a deeply emotional encounter with his lifelong belief, the Goddess of Life.
• Ethan: He continues to manipulate events to his advantage, using Solaris as a test subject for the potion and the Courtyard of Life vision.
• Winter: She demonstrates her understanding of human emotions and romantic pursuit, revealing her past experiences at the Academy.
• The Literary Girl: She expresses discomfort with Solaris's emotional display and decides to forbid single elderly people from using Wind Element Magic.

Significant Themes

• Faith and Belief: Solaris's lifelong dedication to the Goddess of Life is explored, and the idea that faith is built on the material world is introduced.
• Emotional Suppression and Release: The intense emotional reaction of a suppressed individual, Solaris, is contrasted with the Literary Girl's discomfort and Winter's understanding of human emotions.
• Trust and Manipulation: Ethan continues to manipulate events, using Solaris's faith and desperation to his advantage.

Character Interactions

• Ethan and Winter work together to convince Solaris to buy the potion, demonstrating their understanding of human psychology and emotions.
• The Literary Girl expresses her discomfort with Solaris's emotional display, leading to a decision to forbid single elderly people from using Wind Element Magic.
• Winter shares her past experiences at the Academy with Ethan, revealing her understanding of romantic pursuit and manipulation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Solaris receives the Goddess's gaze, an honor not bestowed on Pope Carlo, leading to his introspection and realization of his duty.
• Solaris decides to stand against Pope Carlo, starting with helping two civilians framed by the Border Management Bureau.
• Bazatos, unable to sleep due to continuous prayers, investigates and finds miners planning a soul sacrifice ritual to summon him. He offers an alternative solution but is rejected and ejected.

Character Developments

• Solaris: Realizes his true purpose and decides to defy Pope Carlo, demonstrating his resolve and courage.
• Bazatos: Experiences human interactions firsthand, learns about their struggles, and attempts to help, showing empathy and understanding.

Significant Themes

• The struggle between justice and power: Solaris's decision to stand against Pope Carlo highlights this theme.
• The consequences of corruption and abuse of power: The miners' plight and the Border Management Bureau's actions illustrate this theme.
• The relationship between gods and humans: Bazatos's interaction with the miners explores this theme, showing the complex dynamics between deities and their believers.

Character Interactions

• Solaris and Pope Carlo: Their relationship becomes strained as Solaris decides to oppose Carlo's methods.
• Bazatos and the miners: Bazatos attempts to help the miners but is met with hostility, highlighting the complex nature of human interactions with gods.
• Solaris and the young Priest (apostle): Though not physically present, the apostle's actions and the Parchment Book guide Solaris towards his revelation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Bazatos, a Demi-human with seven eyes, witnesses a group of miners attempting a ritual to save a prisoner, which fails.
• Mine guards arrive, led by a priest who reveals a corruption scandal involving stolen supplies and the murder of a miner's grandmother.
• The priest provokes the miners, offering them a way to survive if they kill their leader, Blackstone.
• Bazatos intervenes, transforming the priest and the guards into grotesque, fused creatures, and changing the mine's environment into a living, breathing entity.

Character Developments

• Bazatos: Demonstrates his power and reveals his name, showing a willingness to interact with humans like Ethan did.
• Blackstone: Reveals his past actions and motivations, becoming a target for the miners to kill to save themselves.
• The Priest: Reveals his corruption and lack of faith, meeting a gruesome fate at Bazatos' hands.

Significant Themes

• Corruption and abuse of power: The priest and the mine guards exploit their positions for personal gain, leading to suffering for the miners.
• The consequences of actions: The priest's actions lead to his transformation and death, showing that his actions have consequences.
• The power of belief: The miners' belief in the ritual to save the prisoner is ultimately futile, while Bazatos' intervention shows the power of his own beliefs.

Character Interactions

• Bazatos and the Miners: Bazatos observes the miners' ritual and later intervenes to stop the priest's manipulations, showing a level of empathy and understanding.
• The Priest and the Miners: The priest manipulates the miners, trying to turn them against each other, showing his lack of regard for their lives and well-being.
• Bazatos and the Priest: Bazatos' intervention leads to the priest's transformation and death, showing his disapproval of the priest's actions and lack of faith.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Bishop Solaris visits the Border Management Bureau late at night.
• The Director reports that the attacker, 'Stone,' will be executed the next day for attempting to attack the checkpoint with explosives.
• Solaris uses a Holy Word Technique to force the Director to reveal the truth about 'Stone's' family and the embezzlement of supplies by the Kingdom Army.
• The Director admits that the Holy Remains are being excavated and used to develop weapons for an upcoming war against the Empire.
• Solaris decides to expose Carlo's actions and contact the newspaper in the far west.
• A Choir assassin, disguised as an Empire assassin, stabs and kills Solaris, framing the Empire for his murder.

Character Developments

• Bishop Solaris: Realizes the truth about the border city's secrets and decides to expose Carlo's actions. Ultimately, he is assassinated.
• Director of the Border Management Bureau: Reveals the truth under Solaris's compulsion and later aids in framing the Empire for Solaris's murder.

Significant Themes

• Corruption and the abuse of power by the Kingdom Army and the Holy See.
• The consequences of turning a blind eye to injustice.
• The defilement of the Goddess's remains and the impending war with the Empire.

Character Interactions

• Solaris and the Director: Solaris forces the Director to reveal the truth, leading to a confrontation between them.
• Solaris and the Choir assassin: The assassin kills Solaris, framing the Empire for his murder and setting the stage for war.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Bishop Solaris is assassinated at the border, igniting public outrage and the threat of war with the Empire.
• Ivy, the Imperial Princess, receives intelligence that Pope Carlo has a secret weapon and is preparing for war.
• Solaris is miraculously revived and decides to seek out Saint Mary to expose Carlo's true intentions.

Character Developments

• Ivy: She becomes more determined to prevent war and is willing to take drastic measures, like wishing for Carlo's death.
• Solaris: After his death and revival, he questions his beliefs and decides to work against Carlo, seeking Saint Mary's help.
• Ethan: He formulates a new plan to deal with Carlo and is willing to help Solaris, showing his growth as a strategist.
• Bazatos: He decides to learn from Ethan and takes an interest in the Three-headed Snake, showing a softer side.

Significant Themes

• War and Peace: The tension between the Empire and the Far West Land escalates, with war looming.
• Faith and Betrayal: Solaris's crisis of faith leads him to question Carlo's motives and the true nature of the Church.
• Power and Manipulation: Carlo's actions reveal his ambition and willingness to manipulate others for his goals.

Character Interactions

• Ivy and Ethan: They discuss the situation and Ivy asks Ethan for help, showing trust in his abilities.
• Solaris and Ethan: Though not directly interacting yet, Ethan's plan involves helping Solaris, showing empathy for his plight.
• Bazatos and Ethan: Bazatos decides to learn from Ethan, showing a desire to understand human behavior better.

In this chapter, a new companion, a Three-headed Snake named Miss Mine, joins the group. This snake is a transformed mine that can spit out miners to dig for ore and later return them. The miners, who were once enslaved, now live within Miss Mine and have changed their faith to follow the Heavenly Father, Bazatos. Ethan and Bazatos discuss Miss Mine's capabilities, with Bazatos revealing that it can theoretically hold an infinite number of people. Meanwhile, the Director of the Border Management Bureau and the Governor of the Kingdom Army discover that the Mine of Saint's Remains has vanished, and they receive news that the fool who attacked the border checkpoint was eaten by a Three-headed Snake. Pope Carlo, having successfully stirred the Far West Land into a war-like fervor, meets with Yajuma, the leader of the Spirit Communication Sect, and shows her his latest research achievement: a brain-like object that he claims is the Goddess of Life. Yajuma is horrified by this blasphemy.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Yajuma discovers Carlo's evil research involving the Holy Remains and Bazatos's Authority.
• Carlo reveals his true nature and uses Bazatos's Authority to heal himself and control Yajuma.
• Yajuma regains her sight but is now under Carlo's control.
• Solaris, a Bishop of the Church of Life God, infiltrates the Ruin, guided by an unseen Power.
• Mary, at the Altar, rejects Solaris, who believes he is her chosen one.

Character Developments

• Yajuma: Realizes Carlo's true nature and tries to stop him, but ends up under his control.
• Carlo: Reveals his extremist beliefs and uses Bazatos's Authority to control Yajuma.
• Solaris: Believes he is the chosen one of the Goddess but is rejected by Mary.

Significant Themes

• Betrayal and trust: Yajuma's betrayal of Carlo and Carlo's subsequent betrayal of Yajuma.
• Power and control: Carlo's use of Bazatos's Authority to control Yajuma and Solaris's belief in his divine right to power.
• Divinity and faith: Mary's rejection of Solaris's pious beliefs and Carlo's perversion of divine power.

Character Interactions

• Yajuma and Carlo: Their relationship turns hostile as Yajuma tries to stop Carlo's evil research, leading to Carlo controlling Yajuma.
• Solaris and Mary: Solaris believes he is the chosen one of the Goddess but is harshly rejected by Mary.