Ch. 21A Week Later: No Cuffs on His Wrists, Yet Shackled in His Heart
Key Plot Points and Events
- Shiho Manabe has taken over Hidetoshi Suzuki's seat, further solidifying her and Prince Ganlongdao's central role in Class 1-C.
- Kazuma Sakagami announces he will visit Kakeru Ryuen's dormitory due to his week-long absence, inviting Prince Ganlongdao to accompany him.
- At Ryuen's dorm, they find him unkempt and living in squalor, refusing to attend classes or explain his absence.
Character Developments
- Shiho Manabe enjoys her new status but remains aware of her dependence on Prince Ganlongdao.
- Hidetoshi Suzuki feels resentful about his situation but hasn't found a solution yet.
- Kakeru Ryuen remains defiant and unyielding, using his confinement as a mental battle against Prince Ganlongdao.
- Prince Ganlongdao is put under pressure, as the responsibility for Ryuen's confinement could lead to his expulsion if revealed.
Significant Themes
- Power dynamics and social status within the class.
- Mental resilience and willpower in the face of adversity (Ryuen's confinement).
- The consequences of one's actions and the fear of responsibility (Prince Ganlongdao's predicament).
Character Interactions
- Shiho Manabe and Prince Ganlongdao continue their alliance, with Shiho growing dependent on their relationship.
- Prince Ganlongdao and Kakeru Ryuen engage in a mental standoff, with Ryuen using his confinement as a weapon.
- Kazuma Sakagami acts as a neutral observer, trying to understand the situation between Prince Ganlongdao and Ryuen.