Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Beastfolk launch a sudden attack on Sacred City.
• The Holy Son of the Divine Kingdoms stops the high priests from summoning soldiers to defend the city, stating that they should let the Beastfolk vent their anger first.
• The Holy Son's plan is to sacrifice some civilians to appease the Beastfolk and prevent them from provoking war along the borders of the Divine Kingdoms.
• The kings of the Sacred Alliance arrive at the meeting hall and decide to help defend the city walls, but the situation is dire.
• President Theodore and the kings plead with the Holy Son and the Divine Kingdoms for help, but the Divine Kingdoms delay their intervention.

Character Developments

• The Holy Son reveals his strategic mind, prioritizing the safety of the Divine Kingdoms over the immediate crisis in Sacred City.
• President Theodore shows desperation and helplessness as he tries to save the civilians but is hindered by the Divine Kingdoms' inaction.
• The kings display bravery and responsibility by rushing to defend the city walls despite the overwhelming odds.

Significant Themes

• Sacrifice for the Greater Good: The Holy Son believes that sacrificing some civilians is necessary to prevent a larger war and protect the Divine Kingdoms.
• Power Dynamics: The Divine Kingdoms hold the power to intervene but choose to delay, highlighting their political maneuvering.
• Desperation and Helplessness: President Theodore and the kings feel desperate and helpless in the face of the Divine Kingdoms' inaction and the Beastfolk's onslaught.

Character Interactions

• The Holy Son interacts with the high priests, revealing his strategic plan and gaining their tacit agreement.
• President Theodore interacts with the Holy Son and the Divine Kingdoms' representatives, pleading for help but receiving only vague reassurances.
• The kings interact with each other, deciding to defend the city walls together despite the grim situation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Beastfolk attack Sacred City, using the humans as pawns to vent their fury against the divine kingdoms of Aio Continent.
• Nalant decides to intervene, summoning Little Bone Dragon to help stop the slaughter.
• Little Bone Dragon freezes the Chimera venom, saving the kings and allowing them to retreat.
• Nalant and Little Bone Dragon engage the three Chimera Knights, with Nalant planning to use the Nine Swords of Glory.

Character Developments

• Nalant: Becomes more determined to protect the innocent, even against overwhelming odds. Shows growth in his ability to use the Nine Swords of Glory.
• Little Bone Dragon: Demonstrates its power and willingness to risk its life for Nalant's cause.
• Prince Manlier: Reveals his ruthless and arrogant nature, treating humans as disposable pawns.

Significant Themes

• The value of human life and the consequences of treating people as expendable.
• The power of unity and standing up against oppression, as seen in the cheers for Little Bone Dragon from both kings and civilians.

Character Interactions

• Nalant and Little Bone Dragon: Their bond deepens as they prepare to face danger together.
• Nalant and the kings: Though they are enemies, the kings come to see Nalant as an ally against the Beastfolk.
• Prince Manlier and the Beastfolk: Manlier's arrogance and disregard for human life are reflected in his interactions with his people.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Nalant uses the "Glory First Slash" to kill two Chimera knights with a single strike each.
• The first prince of the Beastfolk, Manlier, escapes using a teleportation scroll.
• Nalant and Little Bone Dragon chase and kill fleeing Beastfolk soldiers.
• The Holy Son of the Sun Kingdom suspects Nalant's connection to the God of Glory and orders Dragon Knights to stop him.

Character Developments

• Nalant demonstrates immense power and skill, using the Glory First Slash to defeat powerful Chimera knights.
• Manlier shows cowardice and lack of leadership, fleeing the battle instead of facing Nalant.
• The Holy Son reveals his knowledge of the God of Glory and his determination to stop Nalant.

Significant Themes

• Power and its consequences: Nalant's immense power allows him to defeat powerful enemies but also draws the attention of the Holy Son and the divine kingdoms.
• Leadership and responsibility: Manlier's cowardice contrasts with Nalant's determination to face his enemies.
• The past and its echoes: The Holy Son's recognition of Nalant's sword technique as similar to the God of Glory's Nine Swords of Glory hints at the ongoing influence of ancient conflicts.

Character Interactions

• Nalant and Little Bone Dragon work together to defeat the Beastfolk forces and chase down fleeing soldiers.
• The Holy Son interacts with the high priests of the divine kingdoms, ordering them to gather Dragon Knights to stop Nalant.
• Manlier interacts with the Beastfolk High Priest, who helps him escape using a teleportation scroll.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The divine kingdoms send Dragon Knights to eliminate Nalant, fearing his potential threat.
• Nalant is surrounded by the Dragon Knights and high priests of the divine kingdoms.
• Nalant reveals the Sword of Glory, intending to fight back.
• Nalant unleashes Glory Second Sword Slash, destroying the golden barrier and damaging the city wall.

Character Developments

• Nalant: Stands his ground against the divine kingdoms' aggression, decides to fight back, and uses the Sword of Glory's power.
• Holy Son: Becomes increasingly desperate and fearful as Nalant reveals the Sword of Glory and uses its power.
• Little Bone Dragon: Watches Nalant's actions with concern and surprise, believing that Nalant used divine power.

Significant Themes

• The shamelessness and hypocrisy of the divine kingdoms' followers.
• The power of the Sword of Glory and Nalant's determination to use it.
• The potential threat Nalant poses to the divine kingdoms.

Character Interactions

• Nalant and the Holy Son: Engage in a tense standoff, with the Holy Son trying to uncover Nalant's identity and Nalant refusing to comply.
• Nalant and Little Bone Dragon: Communicate mentally, with Little Bone Dragon warning Nalant about the Holy Son's suspicions and Nalant deciding to fight back.
• The Holy Son and the Dragon Knights: Work together to surround and eliminate Nalant, but are ultimately overwhelmed by Nalant's power.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Nalant uses Glory Second Slash, defeating the orcs and the divine kingdoms' forces, but collapses due to severe injuries.
• Little Bone Dragon escapes with Nalant to a nearby forest.
• The divine kingdoms try to suppress news of their inaction and attack on Nalant, but commoners secretly curse them and worship Nalant instead.
• The divine kingdoms promise magical potion fruits to the kings of the Sacred Continent in exchange for their help in suppressing rumors.
• Commoners begin to generate faith power for Nalant, unaware of its significance.

Character Developments

• Nalant: Unconscious after using Glory Second Slash, wakes up in the forest.
• Little Bone Dragon: Protects Nalant and waits for him to wake up.
• Holy Son James: Frustrated and angry about Nalant's interference and the commoners' reaction, but still tries to maintain control.
• The Kings of the Sacred Continent: Reluctantly cooperate with the divine kingdoms to suppress rumors, hoping for magical potion fruits to increase their strength.
• Commoners: Secretly curse the divine kingdoms and worship Nalant, generating faith power for him.

Significant Themes

• Faith and its power: Commoners' faith in Nalant begins to generate faith power, challenging the divine kingdoms' monopoly on faith.
• Strength and power dynamics: The divine kingdoms use their strength to manipulate the kings and commoners, but Nalant's display of power challenges their dominance.
• Trust and betrayal: The divine kingdoms' inaction and attack on Nalant cause commoners to lose trust in them, leading to secret curses and worship of Nalant.

Character Interactions

• Nalant and Little Bone Dragon: Nalant wakes up and asks Little Bone Dragon about the time, showing their bond.
• Holy Son James and the Kings: James manipulates the kings into helping suppress rumors, offering magical potion fruits as a reward.
• Commoners and Nalant: Commoners secretly worship Nalant, generating faith power for him, showing their gratitude and hope for his protection.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Nalant wakes up after being unconscious for a day.
• He learns that his injuries are severe, with most of his energy channels damaged.
• He discovers that the Sword of Glory's artifact spirit helped him unleash the powerful Glory Second Slash.
• The artifact spirit reveals that it will perish in three days due to lack of divine power.
• Nalant is unable to walk due to his injuries and needs help to return to Sacred City.
• Golden threads of power of faith enter Nalant's body, healing his energy channels.

Character Developments

• Nalant: Realizes the power of the Sword of Glory and its artifact spirit. Understands the concept of power of faith and its importance.
• Little Bone Dragon: Shows concern for Nalant's well-being. Recognizes the power of faith when it senses it in Nalant.

Significant Themes

• Power of Faith: Introduced as a concept that can heal injuries and potentially resurrect deities.
• Divine Artifacts: The Sword of Glory is revealed to be a divine artifact with an artifact spirit that can aid Nalant in battle.

Character Interactions

• Nalant and Little Bone Dragon: They discuss Nalant's injuries, the Sword of Glory, and the power of faith. Little Bone Dragon offers to help Nalant return to Sacred City but faces challenges due to Nalant's injuries and the potential danger from magical beasts.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Nalant learns from Little Bone Dragon that he has gained the power of faith, with over 100,000 believers.
• He absorbs eleven strands of golden light, representing the power of faith from his believers.
• Nalant returns to Sacred City, finding it under heavy guard due to his and Little Bone Dragon's actions.
• He meets Bernard and Andrew, who have arrived for his wedding with Stella.

Character Developments

• Nalant: Realizes the power and rarity of the faith he's gained, decides to use it wisely. Shows maturity and responsibility.
• Little Bone Dragon: Feels envious of Nalant's sudden fame and believers, but offers him advice.
• Bernard: Initially upset about Nalant's absence, but defends him after meeting him, showing pride in Nalant's accomplishments.
• Andrew: Proud of Nalant's growth and achievements, accepts praise for his son's success.

Significant Themes

• Power of faith: Its rarity, usefulness, and potential dangers are highlighted.
• Responsibility: Nalant feels responsible for using his newfound power wisely.
• Pride and achievement: Both Bernard and Andrew express pride in Nalant's accomplishments.

Character Interactions

• Nalant and Little Bone Dragon: They discuss the power of faith, with Little Bone Dragon offering guidance.
• Nalant and Bernard: They meet for the first time since Nalant's growth, with Bernard defending Nalant.
• Nalant and Andrew: Andrew expresses his pride in Nalant's achievements, accepting praise for his son's success.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Nalant's wedding day arrives, and he is awakened by Sherry and Vivian.
• Nalant gets ready with the help of his Daughters of Luck, putting on his wedding attire.
• He heads to Sacred Golden Manor to welcome guests, where he meets Boris and other nobles from Tulip Territory.
• Boris reveals that many other nobles from Glory Continent will be attending the wedding.
• Nobles from the Northern Principality arrive in Sacred City, discussing their chances of entering Nalant's wedding banquet.

Character Developments

• Nalant shows generosity and hospitality towards his guests, ensuring they are well taken care of.
• Boris remains a loyal friend to Nalant, traveling far to attend his wedding.
• Viscount Wack and the lesser nobles from the Northern Principality display deference and respect towards Nalant, seeking his favor.

Significant Themes

• Friendship and loyalty, as shown through Boris' actions.
• Respect and deference towards the powerful, as demonstrated by the lesser nobles from the Northern Principality.
• Hospitality and generosity, as Nalant ensures his guests are well-treated.

Character Interactions

• Nalant interacts warmly with Boris and the other nobles from Tulip Territory, showing camaraderie and respect.
• Nalant instructs Raymond and the steward of Sacred Golden Manor to accommodate the arriving nobles from Glory Continent.
• Viscount Wack and the lesser nobles from the Northern Principality discuss their plans to attend Nalant's wedding, showing their eagerness to gain his favor.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Nobles from Glory Continent arrive at Nalant's wedding without invitations but are welcomed by Baron Nalant.
• More than two hundred nobles from Glory Continent attend the wedding.
• Kings of the Sacred Continent and friendly nobles arrive in the afternoon.
• Duke Miller arrives and congratulates Nalant.
• Stella arrives with Natasha and Princess Isabella, causing Nalant some embarrassment.

Character Developments

• Nalant shows generosity and hospitality towards the nobles from Glory Continent.
• Stella displays elegance and grace upon her arrival.
• Natasha teases Nalant about his wedding to Stella.
• Isabella shows no ill will towards Nalant and Stella's wedding.

Significant Themes

• Hospitality and generosity.
• Friendship and alliances between nobles.
• Jealousy and tension between women.

Character Interactions

• Nalant welcomes the nobles from Glory Continent warmly.
• Nalant interacts with Duke Miller, showing respect and gratitude.
• Stella, Natasha, and Isabella interact with Nalant, causing some tension and amusement.
• The guests at the wedding show respect and etiquette towards Stella.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Holy Son of the Sun God Kingdom and other divine kingdom representatives arrive at Nalant's wedding, seeking to discuss a trade deal for the grape wine produced in Storm Territory.
• Nalant, despite knowing their true intentions, politely invites them to take their seats.

Character Developments

• Nalant: Shows maturity and composure in handling the unexpected guests, prioritizing Stella's feelings on their wedding day.
• Stella: Feels nervous upon seeing the divine kingdom representatives but trusts Nalant to handle the situation.
• High Priestess Dagmar: Attempts to navigate the situation diplomatically, trying to maintain a balance between Nalant and the Holy Son.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and manipulation: The divine kingdom representatives use Nalant's wedding day to pressure him into agreeing to their terms.
• Hospitality and diplomacy: Nalant maintains polite decorum despite knowing the visitors' true intentions.

Character Interactions

• Nalant and Stella: Display a strong bond, with Nalant reassuring Stella and Stella trusting Nalant to handle the situation.
• Nalant and the divine kingdom representatives: Engage in a tense exchange, with Nalant politely inviting them to sit while knowing their true intentions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Holy Son of the Sun Kingdom interrupts Baron Nalant's wedding, demanding the grape wine brewing method and grapevines from his Storm Territory.
• He offers one hundred thousand gold coins and ten Battle Qi realm-increasing fruits, but Nalant refuses.
• High Priestess Dagmar intercedes, offering a 5% profit share from Aio Continent sales, but Nalant still refuses.
• The Holy Son accuses Nalant of blaspheming the gods and prepares to attack.

Character Developments

• Nalant: Stands firm against the Holy Son's demands, refusing to give in to pressure or threats.
• Holy Son: Reveals his greedy and arrogant nature, underestimating Nalant and the value of the grape wine.
• High Priestess Dagmar: Attempts to mediate, showing concern for Stella and Nalant's interests.

Significant Themes

• Greed and power dynamics between the Sacred Continent and the Aio Continent.
• The value of cultural heritage and resources, as represented by the grape wine.
• The consequences of underestimating one's opponent.

Character Interactions

• Nalant vs. Holy Son: A tense standoff between the two, with Nalant refusing to back down despite the Holy Son's threats and demands.
• Nalant and High Priestess Dagmar: Dagmar attempts to reason with Nalant, but he remains firm in his refusal to give in to the Holy Son's demands.
• Nalant and Little Bone Dragon: Nalant consults with Little Bone Dragon about the possibility of fighting the Holy Son.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A silver dragon, Black Dragon's nephew Fred, arrives with Black Dragon to attend Nalant's wedding.
• The Holy Son tries to force Nalant to hand over the Grape Wine, but Black Dragon and Fred intervene.
• The Holy Son attempts to take away the kings of duchies under his Sun God Kingdom and other divine kingdoms to make Nalant lose face, but Nalant allows them to leave.

Character Developments

• Nalant: Stands his ground against the Holy Son, showing courage and wisdom in handling the situation.
• Black Dragon: Shows his loyalty to Nalant, willing to protect him against the divine kingdoms.
• Fred (Silver Dragon): Demonstrates his power and influence, supporting Nalant and Black Dragon.
• The Holy Son: Loses face and dignity, resorting to underhanded tactics to save himself.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and alliances: The divine kingdoms attempt to assert their power, but Nalant's connection to the dragon race balances the scales.
• Respect and dignity: Nalant maintains his dignity and respect in the face of adversity, while the Holy Son loses both.
• The consequences of actions: The Holy Son's actions have severe repercussions, both for himself and his divine kingdom.

Character Interactions

• Nalant and Black Dragon: Their friendship deepens as Black Dragon comes to Nalant's aid.
• Nalant and Fred: They establish a friendly relationship, with Fred showing respect for Nalant.
• The Holy Son and Nalant: Their conflict escalates, with the Holy Son becoming increasingly desperate and underhanded.
• The Holy Son and the alliance kings: The Holy Son tries to manipulate the kings, but Nalant allows them to leave without causing a rift.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Holy Son of the Sun God Kingdom humiliates Baron Nalant at his wedding by taking away guests and mocking him.
• The King of the Hills, an Elder of the Dwarves, arrives with a group of Dwarves and is welcomed by Nalant.
• The Holy Son is further humiliated by the King of the Hills and the Dwarves.
• An Elven princess and her entourage arrive, blocking the Holy Son's path.
• The Holy Son is forced to leave without causing further conflict.

Character Developments

• The Holy Son reveals his arrogance and lack of respect for other races and nobles.
• The King of the Hills shows his influence and power among the Dwarves.
• The Elven princess demonstrates her authority and importance within the Elven race.

Significant Themes

• Respect and disrespect among different races and nobles.
• Power dynamics and influence within and between races.
• The importance of alliances and connections in the political landscape.

Character Interactions

• The Holy Son's interactions with Nalant, the King of the Hills, and the Elven princess highlight his arrogance and the consequences of his actions.
• The King of the Hills and Nalant's interaction showcases their friendly relationship and mutual respect.
• The Elven princess's interaction with her guards and the Holy Son demonstrates her authority and the importance of her position.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Elven princess Orpheus arrives at Nalant's wedding, bringing a white Life Crystal as a gift.
• The Holy Son, who had been present to cause trouble, leaves in disgrace after Nalant's wedding guests arrive and ignore him.
• Nalant's wedding venue becomes lively with guests from different races.

Character Developments

• The Holy Son's arrogance and lack of respect for other races are exposed, leading to his humiliation.
• Orpheus shows kindness and respect to Nalant, despite her initial coldness toward the Holy Son.
• Nalant demonstrates diplomacy and hospitality by welcoming guests from different races.

Significant Themes

• Respect and understanding among different races.
• The value of humility and kindness over arrogance and disrespect.
• The power dynamics between the divine nations and other races.

Character Interactions

• Orpheus is cold and dismissive toward the Holy Son but warm and friendly toward Nalant.
• The Holy Son's interactions with other characters highlight his arrogance and lack of respect.
• Nalant interacts with various guests, showing diplomacy and hospitality.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Holy Son and priests of the Divine Kingdoms disrupt the wedding, but Nalant's powerful allies (Elves, Dwarves, Dragons) intervene, leading to the priests' retreat.
• The wedding ceremony proceeds with Nalant and Stella exchanging vows in front of President Theodore.
• The wedding banquet begins, with Nalant and Stella circulating among the guests to express their thanks.
• Nalant receives gifts from the Black Dragon and Silver Dragon, including dragon scales, Dragon Fangs, and dragon blood for Stella's awakening potions.
• The guests depart, and Nalant heads to Divine Maiden Manor to spend the night with Stella.

Character Developments

• Nalant: Becomes more confident in his identity and finds a sense of belonging with Stella as his wife.
• Stella: Shows maturity and understanding by encouraging Nalant to stay and socialize with the guests instead of accompanying her back.
• The Holy Son: Realizes the extent of Nalant's connections and backing, causing him to retreat without further incident.
• The Black Dragon and Silver Dragon: Show goodwill towards Nalant, offering gifts and promising future assistance.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and alliances: Nalant's connections with various races allow him to stand up to the Divine Kingdoms and the Holy Son.
• Marriage and commitment: Nalant and Stella exchange vows, solidifying their commitment to each other.
• Gift-giving and reciprocity: The Black Dragon and Silver Dragon give gifts to Nalant, expecting future reciprocity.

Character Interactions

• Nalant and Stella: Show affection and understanding towards each other, with Stella encouraging Nalant to stay and socialize at the wedding banquet.
• Nalant and the Black Dragon/Silver Dragon: Exchange gifts and express gratitude, with the dragons showing goodwill towards Nalant.
• Nalant and the Holy Son: Engage in a tense standoff, with the Holy Son ultimately retreating due to Nalant's powerful allies.
• Nalant and the lesser nobles from Glory Continent: Express gratitude towards Nalant for his hospitality and generosity.

Plot Points and Events

• Nalant and Stella spend their first night together, with Stella feeling nervous and Nalant being considerate.
• The next morning, Stella prepares breakfast for Nalant, showing her affection and care.
• High Priestess Dagmar visits, reiterating her request for Stella to join the Divine Kingdom of the Goddess of Talent.
• Nalant agrees to let Stella go but sets conditions, including the handover of a divine spark fragment.

Character Developments

• Stella: Shows affection and care towards Nalant, feels nervous about their intimacy, and is willing to go to the Divine Kingdom of the Goddess of Talent for personal growth.
• Nalant: Is considerate and understanding towards Stella, agrees to let her go for her own benefit, and sets conditions to ensure her safety and growth.

Significant Themes

• Love and Intimacy: Stella and Nalant's relationship deepens, with Stella feeling nervous about their physical intimacy.
• Personal Growth: Stella's desire to grow stronger and Nalant's support for her growth.
• Sacrifice: Nalant's willingness to let Stella go for her own benefit, despite missing her.

Character Interactions

• Nalant and Stella: Show affection and understanding towards each other, with Nalant being considerate and Stella being nervous but willing to go for her own growth.
• Nalant and Dagmar: Negotiate Stella's entry into the Divine Kingdom of the Goddess of Talent, with Nalant setting conditions and Dagmar being displeased but willing to discuss.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Nalant and Dagmar negotiate over Stella's future and the Divine Spark Fragment.
• Nalant agrees to give the Divine Kingdom of the Goddess of Talent the sales rights for Grape Wine on Aio Continent in exchange for Stella receiving the Divine Spark Fragment.
• Stella absorbs the Divine Spark Fragment, gaining memories and an ability to bestow half-awakened talents using divine power.

Character Developments

• Stella: Absorbs the Divine Spark Fragment, gaining new memories and abilities. She remains steadfast in her support of Nalant.
• Nalant: Shows his willingness to make sacrifices for Stella's well-being and growth. He reveals that he has also absorbed a fragment of divinity.
• Dagmar: Reluctantly agrees to Nalant's terms, prioritizing the growth of her divine kingdom over her initial reluctance to part with the Divine Spark Fragment.

Significant Themes

• Sacrifice and selflessness: Nalant's willingness to let Stella go to the Aio Continent to grow stronger, and Dagmar's decision to prioritize her divine kingdom's growth over keeping the Divine Spark Fragment.
• Divine power and its consequences: The Divine Spark Fragment's potential to create divine envoys or even gods, and the responsibility that comes with it.

Character Interactions

• Nalant and Stella: Their bond deepens as Nalant reveals his desire to spend a long life with Stella. They work together to absorb the Divine Spark Fragment.
• Nalant and Dagmar: They negotiate and eventually reach an agreement, with Nalant showing understanding of Dagmar's concerns and offering a compromise.
• Stella and Dagmar: Though not interacting directly, Stella's absorption of the Divine Spark Fragment connects her more closely to the Divine Kingdom of the Goddess of Talent and its history.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Stella reveals to Nalant that she has learned the Goddess of Talent's secret technique to grant talents, which requires divine power.
• Stella offers to help Nalant with divine power when he needs it.
• High Priestess Dagmar arrives, and Stella confirms her new ability. Dagmar expresses her gratitude and promises to take care of Stella.
• Dagmar warns Nalant about potential threats from the Holy Son and migrating races.
• Stella and Nalant part ways, with Nalant expressing his desire to become stronger so they can be together.
• Nalant returns to his manor and reinforces the Sword of Glory's artifact spirit with divine power.
• He decides to visit his followers to strengthen their faith.

Character Developments

• Stella: Becomes more attached to Nalant, expressing her willingness to help him with divine power. She also shows concern for Nalant's safety.
• Nalant: Realizes the importance of divine power and decides to focus on increasing his believers to gain more divine power. He also expresses his desire to become stronger to protect Stella and his territory.
• High Priestess Dagmar: Shows genuine gratitude and goodwill toward Stella, acknowledging her importance to the Divine Kingdom. She also extends this goodwill to Nalant, warning him about potential threats.

Significant Themes

• The power of faith and divine power: Nalant recognizes the importance of divine power and decides to focus on increasing his believers to gain more of it.
• The importance of strength: Nalant expresses his desire to become stronger so he can protect Stella and his territory, and so they can be together without fear of separation.
• The spread of faith: Nalant plans to visit his followers to strengthen their faith and make them more devout, showing his commitment to growing his religion.

Character Interactions

• Stella and Nalant: They express their affection for each other and their reluctance to part. Stella offers to help Nalant with divine power, while Nalant promises to become stronger so they can be together.
• Stella and High Priestess Dagmar: Dagmar shows genuine gratitude and goodwill toward Stella, acknowledging her importance to the Divine Kingdom. She also extends this goodwill to Nalant, warning him about potential threats.
• Nalant and High Priestess Dagmar: Nalant is no longer hostile toward Dagmar after she shows goodwill toward him and Stella. He acknowledges her warning about potential threats.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Nalant seeks out his believers in the outer city of Sacred City, discovering over a hundred impoverished commoners who worship him secretly.
• He learns that the arrival of Divine Kingdoms' priests and temples may draw his followers away due to the benefits they offer.
• Nalant decides to help his followers as much as possible but acknowledges he can't compete with the Divine Kingdoms' open assistance.

Character Developments

• Nalant's perspective on his followers changes; he understands their need for help from the Divine Kingdoms but decides to support them secretly.
• Abby Cow Dung, a devout follower, is introduced; he argues with his wife about worshipping the Bone Dragon Knight versus the Divine Kingdoms' gods.

Significant Themes

• The power of faith and its importance to gods and believers.
• The struggle between a new, unknown entity (Nalant as the Bone Dragon Knight) and established, powerful institutions (the Divine Kingdoms).
• The complexities of belief and worship, influenced by personal needs and external factors.

Character Interactions

• Nalant and Little Bone Dragon discuss the situation of his followers and strategize.
• Abby Cow Dung and his wife argue about their faith and the best course of action for their daughter's illness.
• Nalant, Sherry, and Little Gray (in disguise) interact with Abby Cow Dung, offering him help without revealing their identities.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Abby Cow Dung, a devout believer of the Bone Dragon Knight, is visited by a talking Magic Beast, Little Gray, who claims to be a divine envoy.
• Little Gray heals Abby's daughter using the Bone Dragon Knight's power, further solidifying Abby's faith.
• Little Gray reveals that the Bone Dragon Knight has an important mission for Abby and guides him to 66 Coconut Tree Avenue.
• Nalant, disguised as a divine envoy, meets with Abby and other believers at the appointed location, revealing the Bone Dragon Knight's mission to uphold the dignity and safety of all life against the injustices of powerful beings.

Character Developments

• Abby Cow Dung: His faith in the Bone Dragon Knight is strengthened after his daughter's healing, and he becomes more devoted and willing to lay down his life for the cause.
• Nalant: He continues to build his divine persona, using mystery and awe to maintain faith and inspire his believers.

Significant Themes

• Faith and devotion: Abby Cow Dung's unwavering belief in the Bone Dragon Knight, even in the face of adversity, is a central theme.
• Power and responsibility: The Bone Dragon Knight's intervention to protect the lives of Sacred Continent highlights the responsibility that comes with power.
• Equality and justice: The Bone Dragon Knight's mission to uphold the dignity and safety of all life, regardless of status, emphasizes the theme of equality and justice.

Character Interactions

• Abby Cow Dung and Little Gray: Their interaction demonstrates the power of faith and the impact of divine intervention on a believer's life.
• Nalant and the believers: Nalant's meeting with the believers showcases his ability to inspire and motivate them, fostering a sense of community and purpose among them.