Ch. 361[Heartless Cannon]
Key Plot Points and Events
- Lein uses a bluff to avoid revealing his past actions with his disciples.
- Lein reveals he's not from this world and has adapted to it.
- Lein learns about the ongoing war between humans and Orcs in the Northern Expedition.
- Lein agrees to provide the Tailin Knight Order with a new weapon from the Physics School.
Character Developments
- Lein: Maintains his composure and uses a bluff to avoid embarrassment. He shows understanding and compassion towards the maids who overheard his secret. He also demonstrates his strategic thinking by providing the Tailin Knight Order with a powerful weapon.
- Sophia and Magretli: They are awestruck by Lein's revelation and become more respectful towards him. Magretli remains hopeful that Lein will train a Tailin family member as a mage but doesn't push the issue.
Significant Themes
- Adaptation: Lein's ability to adapt to this new world is highlighted.
- War and Survival: The brutal struggle between humans and Orcs for survival is emphasized.
- Power Dynamics: The impact of Lein's actions and the new weapon on the power dynamics between the Knight Orders and the Empire is hinted at.
Character Interactions
- Lein and Sophia/Magretli: Lein interacts with the two women, maintaining his composure and authority while also showing understanding and respect towards them.
- Lein and Magretli: Lein and Magretli discuss the Northern Expedition and the new weapon, with Magretli showing hope for her family's future and Lein showing strategic thinking and generosity.
- Magretli and the Emperor: Magretli demonstrates her loyalty and respect for her family and the Tailin Knight Order by presenting the new weapon to the Emperor and renaming it the 'Flying Thunder Tube.'