Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Yveta decides to take Alicia, a sharp-witted woman, and her child with him, offering her a job as a servant.
• The group travels through the Holy Mountain Desert, where they encounter the Ten Peaks Mountain Range, causing their magical powers to be suppressed.
• The Old Witch explains that Viscount Ambrose's Independent State is a forbidden zone where supernatural powers are weakened, making it disliked by magic users, church officials, and knights.
• They reach the first town in the territory, signaling a potential new phase in their journey.

Character Developments

• Yveta demonstrates his practicality and fairness by hiring Alicia despite not being the true Prince Arthas and not adhering to noble mindset.
• Alicia shows her intelligence and resourcefulness in persuading Black Wolf and securing a job with Yveta.
• The Old Witch reveals her knowledge about the territory's history and legends, positioning herself as a valuable informant.

Significant Themes

• The suppression of supernatural powers and the rise of mortal arts and culture.
• The curse on the land and the legends surrounding it, hinting at a deeper secret.
• The potential for the group to make a significant impact in a territory where high-level professionals are rare.

Character Interactions

• Yveta and Alicia: Yveta hires Alicia, showing trust in her capabilities, while Alicia demonstrates her sharp thinking and resourcefulness.
• The Old Witch and the group: The Old Witch shares her knowledge about the territory, fostering a sense of unity and purpose among the group.
• Yveta and the group: Yveta encourages the group to see the positive aspects of the territory, fostering a sense of optimism and determination.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The group, including Yveta, Black Wolf, Leili, and the Hearthstone Witch, approaches a small town with wooden fences and a watchtower.
• Yveta is advised to use the Ring of Desire to cast a charm spell to enter the town undetected.
• The Hearthstone Witch shares her teacher's fate, killed by the Church during the Holy Purification Movement eight hundred years ago.

Character Developments

• Yveta shows willingness to learn and adapt, ready to cast a spell she's never used before.
• The Hearthstone Witch reveals her age and past, displaying a mix of wisdom, sarcasm, and bitterness towards the Church.

Significant Themes

• Power and Control: The Church's power and its use to control and oppress, as seen in the Holy Purification Movement.
• Hypocrisy: The Church's hypocrisy in its benevolent image despite its past actions.
• Knowledge and Learning: The ease of learning magic with a magic item versus the difficulty of traditional learning.

Character Interactions

• Yveta and the Hearthstone Witch: Yveta shows deference to the witch's experience, while the witch shares personal history and guides Yveta.
• Black Wolf and Leili with the Hearthstone Witch: They show surprise and concern when hearing about the Church's past actions.
• Alicia, the driver: She intervenes to prevent the Hearthstone Witch from saying more about the Church, showing caution and awareness of potential danger.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The chapter focuses on the group's entry into Kali Town and their encounter with the Inspector, who initially tries to overcharge them for transit tax.
• Yveta uses a Devil magic item, the Charm Technique, to control the Inspector, making him let them pass without payment and even give them money.
• After entering the town, Yveta dispels the Charm Technique, and the Inspector returns to normal, unaware of his previous actions.

Character Developments

• Yveta demonstrates his use of Devil magic, showing his growing proficiency and control over these powers.
• The Inspector is shown to be corrupt and greedy but also easily manipulated, highlighting his weakness of character.

Significant Themes

• Power and Manipulation: Yveta's use of the Charm Technique showcases the power of Devil magic and the manipulation it allows, raising questions about the ethics of such control.
• Corruption: The Inspector's behavior illustrates the corruption present in the town's governance, with officials abusing their power for personal gain.

Character Interactions

• Yveta and the Inspector: Yveta manipulates the Inspector using the Charm Technique, demonstrating his growing command over Devil magic.
• The Inspector and the Soldiers: The Inspector's interactions with the soldiers show his corrupt nature and the lack of respect he has for his subordinates.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Yveta enters Kali Town, his first experience with urban life in this world.
• He buys a large meat pie and shares it with his companions, symbolizing his intent to share wealth in the future.
• The old witch urges Yveta to go to Ambrose, while Black Wolf suggests they visit the Adventurer's Association in Kali Town first.

Character Developments

• Yveta demonstrates his generosity and charisma by sharing the meat pie, winning the hearts of Alicia and her child.
• The old witch reveals her fear of Yveta's demonic influence and her eagerness to reunite with her disciple in Ambrose.

Significant Themes

• Power and Influence: Yveta's use of generosity and sharing to gain loyalty and support.
• Urban Life vs. Rural Life: The contrast between the lively, self-motivated townsfolk and the listless serfs in the manor.
• Fear and Manipulation: The old witch's fear of Yveta's demonic nature and her attempts to manipulate him.

Character Interactions

• Yveta interacts with the townsfolk, demonstrating his ability to connect with common people.
• The old witch and Black Wolf have opposing views on their next destination, showing their differing priorities and agendas.
• Yveta and Alicia have a brief exchange that highlights their new relationship, with Alicia showing gratitude and Yveta asserting his authority.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Alicia drives the group towards the Adventurer's Guild in a small town with poor roads.
• The Old Witch discusses divination as a requirement for advancing to an official wizard or witch.
• Yveta learns about three divination methods: Viscera Divination, Toad Divination, and Mirror Divination Method.
• The carriage is stopped by a brawl, and a blood-covered person falls into the carriage. A crow with a black and blood-red eye appears.

Character Developments

• Yveta shows interest in learning divination to advance his magical rank.
• The Old Witch reveals her past mistakes and regrets, hinting at her growth and change.
• Black Wolf and Leili maintain their vigilance and readiness for potential threats.

Significant Themes

• Divination and Advancement: The importance of divination for magical advancement is emphasized.
• Wickedness and Kindness: The Old Witch's past actions question the nature of wickedness and genuine kindness.
• Trust and Deception: The Old Witch's history with her apprentice raises questions about trust and deception in relationships.

Character Interactions

• Yveta and the Old Witch: Yveta learns about divination methods from the Old Witch, who also shares personal stories.
• The Old Witch and Black Wolf/Leili: The Old Witch's terrifying past actions cause Black Wolf and Leili to distance themselves from her.
• Yveta and the Crow: A crow with a black and blood-red eye appears, potentially signaling a new threat or mystery.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Yveta and her group witness Gasroter Nubiss, a noble knight, beating up vagrants who harassed an old woman.
• Gasroter reveals his identity and knowledge of town laws, scaring the vagrants away.
• The old woman offers Yveta a mysterious treasure, stating that Yveta is worthy of it.

Character Developments

• Yveta: Realizes the differences between town and manor structures, and forms a positive impression of Gasroter.
• Gasroter: Shows chivalry and justice, but also hints at a serious issue with his friend's child.
• Old Woman: Revealed to be wise and mysterious, with the ability to see beyond the surface.

Significant Themes

• Justice and Chivalry: Gasroter's actions embody these qualities, challenging Yveta's previous impressions of knights.
• Fate and Destiny: The old woman's words suggest that one should accept fate, a theme that Yveta will likely explore further.
• Wealth and Power: The disparity between Yveta's and Gasroter's wealth is highlighted, with Black Wolf noting that Gasroter is too rich to serve Yveta.

Character Interactions

• Yveta and Gasroter: They have a brief interaction, with Yveta admiring Gasroter's conduct and considering recruiting him.
• Yveta and the Old Woman: The old woman sees potential in Yveta and offers her a treasure, marking the start of their unusual relationship.
• Gasroter and the Vagrants: Gasroter's intervention on behalf of the old woman leads to the vagrants' retreat.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Yveta visits an old woman's stall, seeking a treasure for three pennies and two shillings.
• The old woman claims her earthenware jars are priceless ancient artifacts but refuses to give them to Yveta.
• She gives Yveta an obsidian ring and offers to divine his future for free.
• Yveta asks about a quest in Kali Town that could grant territory or allegiance.
• The old woman's divination results are contradictory and disturbing, hinting at Yveta's unclear identity and immense power.
• She divines again, advising Yveta to accept the last mission posted on the last panel of the Adventurer's Branch.

Character Developments

• Yveta shows curiosity and interest in divination, despite being skeptical of the old woman's claims.
• The old woman initially appears mysterious and confident but later shows signs of distress and has a tense exchange with the Old Witch.
• The Old Witch reveals that the old woman is a remnant of an ancient divination lineage, on the verge of extinction.

Significant Themes

• The power of divination and its limitations, especially when dealing with powerful beings.
• The value of objects and their perceived worth, with the old woman's earthenware jars being seen as junk by Yveta but priceless by her.
• The unclear and potentially dangerous nature of Yveta's identity.

Character Interactions

• Yveta interacts with the old woman, initially skeptical but later intrigued by her divination.
• The old woman and the Old Witch have a tense exchange, revealing their shared history and disdain for each other.
• Yveta, Black Wolf, and the Old Witch discuss the old woman's divination and her identity.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Yveta and his group encounter a mysterious woman who gives Yveta a ring before disappearing.
• The Old Witch reveals that the woman is a Druid High Priest from the Green Order, an ancient organization erased by the Church.
• The Old Witch explains that Druids draw power from nature but are almost extinct in the Magic Black Forest and Church territories due to environmental and religious persecution.
• Yveta decides to keep the ring despite the Old Witch's suggestion to discard it, and they arrive at an Adventurer's Association branch.

Character Developments

• Yveta: Shows curiosity and caution about the Druid High Priest's intentions, demonstrating his strategic thinking.
• The Old Witch: Reveals her extensive knowledge about the Green Order and Druids, showcasing her wisdom and experience.
• Black Wolf: Expresses mistrust towards witches, aligning with Yveta's decision to keep the ring.

Significant Themes

• The conflict between nature-based magic (Druids) and Church-approved magic, reflecting the tension between ancient and modern beliefs.
• The consequences of choosing the wrong side in a war, as seen in the Druids' near-extinction.
• The power dynamics between different magical factions and their impact on society.

Character Interactions

• Yveta and the Old Witch: They exchange information and opinions about the Druid High Priest and the ring, with Yveta making the final decision.
• Black Wolf and the Old Witch: Black Wolf expresses his mistrust towards witches, while the Old Witch remains defiant.
• Yveta and Black Wolf: They share a moment of agreement regarding the ring, showing their growing bond.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Yveta and his companions visit the Adventurer's Association branch in Kali Town to take on quests.
• They learn about guild membership fees and handling fees for taking quests.
• Yveta and Black Wolf confront the fat woman when she tries to overcharge them.
• They browse quests posted on wooden boards, discovering conscription notices and a mission from a Baron in Kong territory.
• Yveta finds a hidden mission paper beneath the sixth wooden board, which he believes is the real last mission according to the Druid's divination.

Character Developments

• Yveta demonstrates his assertiveness and unwillingness to be overcharged by the fat woman.
• Black Wolf shows his fierce and direct nature by splitting the table with his greatsword.
• The Old Witch provides historical context about the invention and improvement of papermaking technology.

Significant Themes

• Greed and exploitation, as seen in the fat woman's overcharging tactics.
• The impact of war on recruitment and conscription, with various cities and territories offering different benefits.
• The importance of accurate interpretation of prophecies, as demonstrated by Yveta's realization about the hidden mission paper.

Character Interactions

• Yveta and Black Wolf work together to challenge the fat woman's overcharging.
• Yveta and Leili discuss the reasons behind different conscription benefits offered by cities and territories.
• Yveta shares his thoughts about the hidden mission paper with his companions, but not explicitly stated in the text.

Key Plot Points & Events

• Yveta exchanges 8 pennies for a bounty poster from the Fat Woman, who affixes the Guild seal.
• The group buys supplies and repairs for their journey, spending most of their money.
• They learn about Kali Town's history from Alicia.
• Yveta studies his magic items and learns Spirit Mirror Divination from the Old Witch.
• The Old Witch shares the risks and costs of advancing in magic.
• The group arrives at Baron Moro's territory.

Character Developments

• Yveta demonstrates responsibility and resourcefulness in managing the group's finances.
• The Old Witch reveals her past and the dangers of magic advancement.
• Alicia shows her value by gathering information and driving the carriage.

Significant Themes

• The high cost and risks of magic.
• The importance of financial management and resourcefulness in survival.
• The value of information and gathering it from various sources.

Character Interactions

• Yveta interacts with the Fat Woman to obtain the bounty poster.
• Yveta learns from the Old Witch about magic advancement and divination.
• Black Wolf questions the Old Witch's responsibility as a teacher.
• Alicia shares her gathered information with the group.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Yveta and her companions arrive at Baron Moro's manor, discovering the stark contrast between the serfs' living conditions and those in Kali Town.
• They meet a serf named Ra who shows indifference towards the stolen carrots, revealing the serfs' mindset and the lord's lack of concern.
• They encounter Baron Moro's eldest son, Branton, who believes his sister was taken by ogres but is dismissed as mentally ill by his father, Baron Moro.
• Baron Moro dismisses Yveta's party, ordering them to leave his territory the next day.

Character Developments

• Yveta: Witnesses the harsh reality of serfdom and becomes determined to help Branton find his missing sister.
• Branton Moro: Struggles with his mental state, convinced that his sister exists despite his father's denial.
• Baron Moro: Prioritizes his territory's political standing over his son's mental health, dismissing Branton's claims and Yveta's quest.

Significant Themes

• The harsh reality of serfdom and the stark contrast between serfs' and townsfolk's lives.
• The struggle between mental illness and reality, as experienced by Branton Moro.
• The political importance of mental health and its impact on a territory's standing, as seen through Baron Moro's actions.

Character Interactions

• Yveta and Ra: Yveta interacts with Ra, a serf, and learns about their mindset and living conditions.
• Yveta, Branton, and Baron Moro: Yveta and her companions meet Branton and Baron Moro, leading to a tense interaction as Baron Moro dismisses their quest and orders them to leave.
• The Hearthstone Great Witch: Briefly mentioned, she is suspected by Baron Moro of cursing his son, leading to a moment of tension among the group.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Yveta and the group leave the castle, finding no evidence of Baron Moro having a daughter.
• They decide to leave the territory due to safety concerns, with Branton, the Baron's son, revealing himself and claiming his sister was taken by an Ogre.
• Yveta agrees to help find Branton's sister for a high commission of 120 gold pounds.

Character Developments

• Yveta: Becomes more cautious and strategic, considering the mission's potential beyond the monetary reward.
• Branton: Initially deceptive, but reveals his desperation to find his sister, showing a more vulnerable side.
• The Old Witch: Shows rare support for leaving the territory, demonstrating she's not entirely indifferent to danger.

Significant Themes

• Appearance vs. Reality: The discrepancy between what the villagers and Baron Moro claim and the truth about Branton's sister.
• Desperation: Branton's desperation to find his sister drives him to hire Yveta's group at a high price.
• Trust and Deception: Yveta and the group initially mistrust Branton, but he earns their trust by revealing the painting.

Character Interactions

• Yveta and Branton: Yveta becomes more assertive in negotiating the commission, while Branton becomes more open about his situation.
• The group and Branton: The group initially suspects Branton, but his revelation about the painting earns their trust.
• The Old Witch and the group: The Old Witch shows rare support for the group's decision to leave, demonstrating unity.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Branton, a Knight Attendant, hires Yveta's team to find his missing sister, offering a ruby ring as collateral.
• The team crosses a mountain path and enters a forest, using a Human Expulsion Curse to hide their carriage and cattle.
• They reach the site where Branton's sister went missing.

Character Developments

• Branton: Revealed to be a First Rank Knight Attendant with an Extraordinary Heart, but not strong in combat.
• Black Wolf: Revealed to be a Demon Hunter who has passed four trials, equivalent to a peak ordinary Knight.
• Old Witch: Reveals her true intentions to distance herself from Yveta and find a scapegoat.
• Yveta: Realizes the difficulty of leading a team with diverse agendas and the importance of cultivating loyal followers.

Significant Themes

• Trust and loyalty among team members.
• The value of one's identity and reputation in this era.
• The challenges of leading a diverse team with different agendas.

Character Interactions

• Yveta and Branton: Branton shows respect and deference to Yveta after learning of his noble identity.
• Yveta and Black Wolf: Yveta questions Black Wolf's loyalty, leading to a declaration of allegiance from Black Wolf.
• Yveta and the Old Witch: The Old Witch's true intentions are revealed, causing Yveta to question her loyalty.
• Branton and Burton: Burton expresses shame and respect towards Yveta after learning of his noble identity.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The author emphasizes the importance of daily follow-up reading for better recommendations and stable writing.
• They express gratitude for readers' support and wish everyone a happy new year and fulfilled wishes.

Character Developments

• No significant character developments in this chapter as it's primarily an author's note.

Significant Themes

• Importance of reader engagement (follow-up reading) for a book's success.
• Gratitude and appreciation for readers' support.
• Wishes for the new year and prosperity.

Character Interactions

• None, as this chapter is a direct address from the author to the readers.

Key Plot Points & Events

• Demon Hunter Black Wolf leads the group to an Ogre cave near Branton's manor.
• Branton impulsively enters the cave alone and is captured by Ogres.
• The group finds Branton tied to a tree, about to be cooked by the Ogres.

Character Developments

• Branton shows impulsiveness and lack of caution, leading to his capture.
• Yveta demonstrates strategic thinking and concern for his companions' safety.

Significant Themes

• The danger and unpredictability of magical creatures.
• The importance of caution and planning in facing adversity.

Character Interactions

• Yveta and Black Wolf work together, with Black Wolf providing expert guidance.
• Yveta shows concern for Branton's safety despite his impulsive actions.
• The Old Witch shares insights about the reappearance of Ogres in Viscount Ambrose.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Yveta casts a powerful Lightning Curse, exceeding apprentice-level norms.
• The curse's power increases due to high-quality magic, approaching that of a formal wizard.
• Yveta instinctively alters the incantation, adding "Zeus," creating a new, more powerful spell.
• Ogres attack Yveta and his group; Yveta's new spell wounds all twenty-one ogres.
• The ogres reveal their racial talent, "Spirit Hidden in Fingertips," controlling undead servant armor.

Character Developments

• Yveta demonstrates exceptional magical prowess and intuition, creating a new, powerful spell.
• The Old Witch shows formidable swordsmanship, killing ogres with dual mithril swords.
• Black Wolf exhibits strategic thinking, warning the group about the ogres' racial talent.

Significant Themes

• The power of magic and its potential dangers (backlash, loss of control).
• The importance of understanding and adapting to new situations (Yveta's instinctive spell alteration).
• The consequences of underestimating opponents (ogres' racial talent).

Character Interactions

• Yveta and the Old Witch work together, with Yveta casting powerful spells and the Old Witch providing close combat support.
• Black Wolf shares his knowledge of ogres' abilities with the group, aiding their strategy.
• Ogres display fear and panic upon realizing the group's power, leading to their use of their racial talent.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Yveta and his companions bypass Ghost Armors and engage five dancing Ogres near the Dark River.
• Black Wolf, the Old Witch, Leili, and Yveta fight the Ogres, with Black Wolf and the Witch being particularly effective.
• Yveta uses the Ring of Desire to control an Ogre, turning it against its kin and the Ghost Armors.
• All Ogres and Ghost Armors are defeated, and the group searches for survivors.
• Branton, a rescued survivor, searches for his sister, Sharon, but finds no trace of her.
• Yveta discovers that the Ogres were fed non-human remains, suggesting a human conspiracy.

Character Developments

• Yveta demonstrates his strategic thinking and quick decision-making in battle, using his Charm Curse spell effectively.
• Black Wolf shows loyalty and concern for Yveta's safety, apologizing for not protecting him during the battle.
• The Old Witch displays her formidable combat skills and callousness, kicking an Ogre corpse into the river.

Significant Themes

• The theme of first battles and the challenges they bring is explored through Yveta's initial combat experience.
• The theme of control and manipulation is present in Yveta's use of the Ring of Desire to control an Ogre.
• The theme of conspiracy and hidden agendas is introduced with the discovery that the Ogres were fed non-human remains.

Character Interactions

• Black Wolf and Yveta work together in battle, with Black Wolf protecting Yveta and Yveta commanding the controlled Ogre.
• The Old Witch and Yveta work together to defeat the Ogre Priests.
• Branton expresses gratitude to Yveta and his companions for saving him, but his search for his sister leads to no results, causing him distress.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The group discovers a square shadow in the riverbed, suspected to be the Ogres' treasure.
• Yveta realizes the importance of distributing the treasure fairly to maintain team unity.
• Branton apologizes for his lack of contribution and declines a share of the treasure, focusing on finding his younger sister.
• Leili expresses her loyalty to Yveta and doesn't ask for a share of the treasure.
• The Old Witch and Black Wolf each ask for 10% of the treasure.
• The Old Witch retrieves three iron chests from the river: one containing currency, one with weapons, and one with an ancient tome.
• A mysterious woman appears behind Yveta, emanating a terrifying aura.

Character Developments

• Yveta demonstrates his leadership and understanding of team dynamics by deciding to share the treasure equally.
• Branton shows dedication to finding his younger sister, even in the face of the treasure.
• The Old Witch reveals her knowledge of ancient scripts and magic, expressing interest in the ancient tome.
• Black Wolf shows understanding of the Ogres' habits and the value of their treasure.

Significant Themes

• Teamwork and Fairness: Yveta understands the importance of sharing wealth equally to maintain team unity and avoid future resentment.
• Loyalty and Dedication: Branton's focus on finding his sister and Leili's dedication to Yveta show their personal priorities.
• Greed and Restraint: The Old Witch initially considers asking for 80% of the treasure but restrains herself, showing awareness of her position.

Character Interactions

• Yveta interacts with his team, showing understanding and respect for their individual needs and contributions.
• Branton interacts with Yveta, expressing gratitude for his support.
• The Old Witch interacts with Black Wolf, showing awareness of his presence and his role in the team.
• The mysterious woman's interaction with the group is yet to be determined.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Yveta and his companions encounter a mysterious woman who turns out to be a phantom from thousands of years ago, a non-human creature.
• The phantom reveals that the Druids, including Yveta's teacher, supported a special human civilization, not betraying humanity.
• The phantom recognizes Yveta's Druids' Meeting Ring and invites him to join the Forest Son Alliance, hinting at upcoming chaos in Viscount Ambrose.
• The phantom prophecies three disasters to befall Ambrose: withering land, blood-red river, and rat infestation revealing the bones of her people.

Character Developments

• Yveta learns about his family's past and their potential role in the ancient war against non-human races.
• The old witch reveals her belief that Yveta is a Demon God from Subspace.
• The phantom, despite being an enemy from thousands of years ago, shows respect and deference to Yveta, recognizing his importance.

Significant Themes

• Betrayal and loyalty: The phantom questions the witches' loyalty to humanity, while the old witch stands by her belief in supporting humanity.
• Ancient history and its consequences: The phantom's appearance and prophecy reveal the lingering effects of ancient wars and betrayals.
• Identity and destiny: Yveta struggles with his newfound knowledge about his family's past and his role in the upcoming chaos.

Character Interactions

• Yveta interacts with the phantom, learning about his family's past and the ancient war against non-human races.
• The old witch and Yveta discuss the phantom's claims, with the old witch dismissing them as nonsense.
• The phantom recognizes Yveta's importance and addresses him with respect, despite being an enemy from thousands of years ago.

Key Plot Points and Events

• An ancient prophecy is revealed to be a curse by the Children of the Forest, targeting humanity a thousand years later.
• The Forest Duke, a Sixth Rank Priest, drags the old witch into her black magic domain as a price for cursing the Ambrose Plain.
• Yveta's team decides to help Branton find his younger sister, believing it's their only way to earn money and leave Ambrose.
• The old witch discovers that Branton's sister might have been taken by Treant People, a sub-human race of Children of the Forest.

Character Developments

• Yveta: Realizes the potential opportunity to gain territory and talent through the conflict between Viscount Ambrose and the Children of the Forest. He decides to help Branton find his sister to complete the mission and secure funds for leaving Ambrose.
• The old witch: Grows more fearful and cautious after the Forest Duke's appearance, admiring Yveta's power more. She becomes more involved in Yveta's plans, trying to protect herself and her interests.
• Branton: Expresses gratitude and loyalty to Yveta, seeing her as a potential savior and hero.

Significant Themes

• The curse of the Children of the Forest and its consequences.
• The power dynamics between humans and sub-human races (Children of the Forest).
• The potential opportunities and dangers in the conflict between Viscount Ambrose and the Children of the Forest.

Character Interactions

• Yveta and the old witch: Their relationship deepens as they face more dangerous situations together. The old witch becomes more dependent on Yveta's power and decisions.
• Yveta and Branton: Yveta decides to help Branton find his sister, earning Branton's gratitude and loyalty.
• The old witch and Branton: The old witch shows concern for Branton's well-being but is primarily focused on her own safety and interests.