Ch. 901A Dream Beneath the Southern Bough

Key Plot Points and Events

  • A Ke accidentally triggers the Time Scepter and sees a vision of Liszt in the future, middle-aged and wearing armor made of solidified Flame.
  • Liszt and A Ke try to trigger the Time Scepter again but fail.
  • Liszt decides to sleep while holding the Time Scepter, and he has a vision of A Ke in the future, who tells him about the Fairy Dragon in the Land of Exile before disappearing.
  • The Time Gem and the Golden Apple Wood scepter shatter after the vision.

Character Developments

  • A Ke: Becomes more curious about the future and her brother's role in it.
  • Liszt: Struggles to trigger the Time Scepter, has a vision of A Ke in the future, and is left shaken by the experience.

Significant Themes

  • The uncertainty of the future and the possibility of multiple futures.
  • The power of fate and time, and the limitations of predicting the future.
  • The bond between A Ke and Liszt, and their shared desire to explore and conquer new lands.

Character Interactions

  • A Ke and Liszt: They discuss the vision A Ke saw and try to trigger the Time Scepter together. Liszt reassures A Ke about their future together.
  • Liszt and the mysterious entity in the vision: Liszt is frozen and then shaken by the entity's gaze, leading to the destruction of the Time Scepter and the Time Gem.

Ch. 902Time Paradox (Third Update, Celebrating a Ten-Thousand-Coin Reward)

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Liszt experiences a vision of the future through a Time Gem, showing A Ke being hunted by the Magic Net Dragon.
  • He learns that magic's revival may be connected to the Magic Net Dragon's awakening.
  • Liszt and A Ke discuss the implications of the vision and decide to ride more dragons, starting with the Orichalcum Dragon.
  • Liszt has a dream about a battle between two giant dragons, leading to the birth of Little Elves and a mysterious dragon shadow.

Character Developments

  • Liszt: Becomes more determined to ride all the Holy Dragons, including the Magic Net Dragon. He also gains a deeper understanding of time paradoxes.
  • A Ke: Shows concern for Liszt's well-being and agrees to ride more dragons together.

Significant Themes

  • Time and destiny: Liszt grapples with the concept of a fixed future and the possibility of changing it.
  • Power and growth: Both Liszt and A Ke are driven to become more powerful, with Liszt aiming to ride all the Holy Dragons.
  • Connections and clues: Liszt collects clues about the Holy Dragons, with each clue bringing him closer to his goal.

Character Interactions

  • Liszt and A Ke: They share their thoughts and experiences, leading to a mutual understanding and agreement to face future challenges together.
  • Liszt and the future A Ke (in his vision): They exchange information, with the future A Ke warning Liszt about the Magic Net Dragon.
  • Liszt and the past/present/future: Liszt reflects on the nature of time and the validity of his visions, ultimately deciding to focus on the present and his current path.

Ch. 903Fearless Charge (First Update)

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Liszt wakes up with a clear goal: to ride every dragon on the Legendary Continent and the Mafa Continent.
  • He and A Ke discuss the history of the Moon Empire and the Children of the Sun.
  • They reach the Cross Mountains and spot the Orichalcum Dragon.
  • Liszt devises a plan to capture Andre, involving Rio, Isen, and himself.
  • The Orichalcum Dragon and Rio face off.

Character Developments

  • Liszt: Sets a clear goal for himself, shows determination, and demonstrates strategic thinking.
  • A Ke: Assists Liszt in discussing historical events and shows loyalty.
  • Rio: Grows in size and strength, displaying courage and fearlessness against the Orichalcum Dragon.

Significant Themes

  • Pursuit of goals and determination (Liszt's dragon-riding ambition).
  • Historical and cultural exploration (the Moon Empire and the Children of the Sun).
  • Courage and fearlessness (Rio's confrontation with the Orichalcum Dragon).

Character Interactions

  • Liszt and A Ke: Collaborate in discussing historical events and planning their next move.
  • Liszt and Rio: Work together to capture Andre, with Liszt counting on Rio's strength.
  • Rio and the Orichalcum Dragon: Face off, showcasing their dominance and courage.

Ch. 904O Young Man

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Liszt and A Ke search for Andre, finding him near the Orichalcum Dragon's nest.
  • Andre watches the dragon battle from afar, hoping to profit from the situation.
  • Liszt confronts Andre, captures him, and demands information about the Eagle Kingdom's logistics supply team.

Character Developments

  • Liszt: Shows his ruthless and decisive nature, willing to kill Andre if he doesn't cooperate.
  • Andre: Reveals his ambition to become a Dragon Knight and Domain Lord, driven by his grandfather's wish. He's terrified when confronted by Liszt.

Significant Themes

  • Ambition and its consequences (Andre's desire for power and status).
  • Ruthlessness and decisiveness (Liszt's approach to achieving his goals).

Character Interactions

  • Liszt and Andre: Liszt intimidates and captures Andre, showing no mercy.
  • Andre and the distant dragon battle: Andre watches the battle, hoping to gain from the situation, but his plans are disrupted by Liszt's arrival.

Ch. 905Wouldn't That Be Wonderful

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Liszt personally attacks and decimates the Eagle Kingdom's logistical supply convoy, showing no mercy.
  • He decides to keep Andre alive and use him as a bargaining tool or for information.
  • Liszt attempts to communicate and negotiate with the Orichalcum Dragon, offering it food, but the dragon refuses.
  • The Orichalcum Dragon eats the Dragon-Bewildering Heart Fruit mixed in the steak and falls asleep.

Character Developments

  • Liszt demonstrates his ruthlessness and pragmatism in war, showing no remorse for killing enemy soldiers.
  • He displays his strategic thinking by planning to use Andre as a pawn and by attempting to befriend the Orichalcum Dragon.
  • The Orichalcum Dragon shows its pride and intelligence, refusing to be easily swayed by Liszt's offerings.

Significant Themes

  • The ruthlessness and pragmatism of war, especially when dragons are involved.
  • The intelligence and pride of dragons, making them difficult to control or manipulate.
  • The use of strategy and deception in negotiations and conflicts.

Character Interactions

  • Liszt interacts with the Orichalcum Dragon, attempting to befriend it through gifts but ultimately resorting to trickery.
  • Liszt communicates with Andre, deciding to keep him alive for potential gain.
  • Liszt works with A Ke, Bard, and Isen, using their combined strength to outmaneuver the Orichalcum Dragon.

Ch. 906Eighty (First Update)

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Liszt examines the Orichalcum Dragon and decides to engage in a Battle of Minds.
  • He enters the dragon's mind world and finds a giant golden rock symbolizing the dragon's indestructibility.
  • Liszt uses his sword and battle qi to drill through the rock, ultimately breaking it and winning the Battle of Minds.
  • He establishes a spiritual connection with the Orichalcum Dragon and plans to leave the Cross Mountains.

Character Developments

  • Liszt demonstrates his adaptability and creativity in winning the Battle of Minds, showcasing his strategic thinking and resourcefulness.
  • The Orichalcum Dragon shows initial resistance but ultimately submits to Liszt's victory.

Significant Themes

  • The power of adaptability and creativity in overcoming challenges.
  • The connection between the physical world and the spiritual world.

Character Interactions

  • Liszt and A Ke work together, with A Ke providing support while Liszt engages in the Battle of Minds.
  • Liszt communicates with the Orichalcum Dragon, establishing a spiritual bond.

Ch. 907Dragon Breath Termination

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Liszt names the Orichalcum Dragon 'Marta' after a game character.
  • Marta awakens and accepts Liszt's leadership.
  • Liszt and Marta fly to the logistics supply camp to create the appearance of Andre's rebellion.
  • They travel to Yevich's location, with Liszt learning about Marta's abilities along the way.
  • Marta demonstrates her 'Dragon Breath Termination' ability.
  • Liszt requests Marta to create a ten-meter-long orichalcum dragon lance, which she does.
  • Liszt and Marta perform their first charge together, destroying a mountain peak.

Character Developments

  • Liszt: Shows his strategic thinking and determination in training Marta. He also demonstrates his ability to adapt and innovate, creating the Orichalcum Dragon lance.
  • Marta: Accepts Liszt's leadership and shows pride in her abilities. She also demonstrates her powerful dragon breath and ability to create orichalcum objects.

Significant Themes

  • The bond between dragon and rider: Liszt and Marta begin to form a strong connection, with Liszt learning about Marta's abilities and Marta accepting Liszt's leadership.
  • Adaptation and innovation: Liszt adapts Marta's unique abilities to create a powerful weapon, showing his ability to think outside the box.
  • Power and responsibility: Liszt's new weapon demonstrates his growing power, but also the responsibility he has to use it wisely.

Character Interactions

  • Liszt and Marta: Their mental link deepens as Liszt learns about Marta's abilities and Marta accepts Liszt's leadership. They work together to create the Orichalcum Dragon lance and perform their first charge.
  • Liszt and A Ke: A Ke assists Liszt in communicating with Yevich and follows him on the journey. Their relationship is not detailed in this chapter.

Ch. 908One Word

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Liszt continues to develop dragons, feeling the pressure of managing so many at once.
  • He decides to train gifted orphans as future Dragon Knights.
  • Liszt travels to the Wind Snow Mountain Principality, where he meets Yevich and other knights.
  • He learns about the Yellow Stone Plain Kingdom and plans to secretly annex the Wind Snow Mountain Principality.
  • Liszt discusses his plans to seize a vast coastal area from the Eagle Kingdom and the Yellow Stone Plain Kingdom.

Character Developments

  • Liszt: Struggles with managing multiple dragons, plans to train more Dragon Knights, and expresses his ambition to expand his territory.
  • Yevich: Is rewarded with the title of Count for his service, remains loyal to Liszt.

Significant Themes

  • Ambition and expansion: Liszt's desire to grow his power and territory.
  • Dragon management: The challenges and responsibilities of caring for multiple dragons.
  • Rewards and loyalty: The importance of rewarding loyal knights to maintain their devotion.

Character Interactions

  • Liszt and Yevich: Liszt rewards Yevich for his service, and they discuss Liszt's plans for expansion.
  • Liszt and the Sky Knights: Liszt rewards them for their service and discusses his plans for the future.

Ch. 909Seth Returns (First Update)

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Liszt leads his dragon legion back to the Flame Archipelago.
  • He leaves A Ke in Reed City to improve the Heart Reed Teleportation Array.
  • Liszt visits Hourglass Valley, the Holy Mountain of the Moon-Slayers, considering it for his royal city.
  • The Holy Tribe's Listener, Sasumite (Su), recognizes Liszt as "Seth" and greets him with reverence.

Character Developments

  • Liszt: He continues to expand his territory and plans for his royal city. He also considers obtaining more super dragon beasts for his legion.
  • Sasumite (Su): He has become the authoritative figure in the Holy Tribe since Liszt's previous visit. He eagerly awaits Liszt's return and the promised method of knight cultivation.

Significant Themes

  • Power and Authority: Liszt's return is marked by the awe-inspiring might of his dragons, emphasizing his power and authority.
  • Legacy and Belonging: The Holy Tribe's reverence for Liszt (as Seth) highlights their desire to connect with their ancestors' great civilization and their eagerness to embrace the new path of knighthood he offers.

Character Interactions

  • Liszt and Sasumite (Su): Their interaction is marked by respect and anticipation. Su sees Liszt as a savior and the key to the Holy Tribe's future.
  • Liszt and Aini: Liszt promises to bring Aini some blue soft jade powder, showing their friendly and familiar relationship.

Ch. 910Envoy Delegations Arrive

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Liszt masters Moon Language and teaches the Holy Tribe's children Wind Speech and Snake Script.
  • He leaves the Orichalcum Dragon Marta in the Holy Tribe for surveillance and protection.
  • Liszt inspects construction progress in Jade City, Dragon Valley City, and Tinder City before returning to Black Horse Island to receive envoy delegations from the Iron Ridge Kingdom and the Blast Furnace Kingdom.

Character Developments

  • Liszt demonstrates his authority and strategic planning, aiming to assimilate the Moon-Slayers and protect elves.
  • Su, the Listener, and the ancient magicians show loyalty to Liszt but also reveal their desire for a better future for their children.

Significant Themes

  • Assimilation and cultural dominance: Liszt's plan to teach the Holy Tribe's children Wind Speech and Snake Script, and his promise of a better future for their children, foreshadows the assimilation of the Moon-Slayers into the Flame Kingdom's culture.
  • Power dynamics: Liszt's use of the Orichalcum Dragon Marta to suppress the Holy Tribe and maintain his authority highlights the power imbalance between him and the native tribes.

Character Interactions

  • Liszt interacts with Su, the Listener, and the ancient magicians, displaying his ability to manipulate and persuade them to follow his plans.
  • Liszt communicates with the Orichalcum Dragon Marta, showing his ability to connect with powerful creatures and use them to further his goals.
  • Liszt's interactions with the envoy delegations from the Iron Ridge Kingdom and the Blast Furnace Kingdom are not detailed in this chapter but are implied to occur upon his return to Black Horse Island.

Ch. 911Throwing Money at People

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Liszt meets the heads of Iron Ridge and Blast Furnace Kingdom delegations: Marshal Red-White Rose and Bruce Silver Hand.
  • Both delegations present gifts: Iron Ridge offers grain, metal resources, and Golden Fleece; Blast Furnace gifts magic books.
  • Marshal Red-White Rose presents personal gifts from the Red-White Rose Family, including gemstones, magical metals, dragon beast hounds, Discarded Bug Grass, White Platinum Elixir, and Red Dragon Water.

Character Developments

  • Liszt is initially surprised and impressed by the extravagant gifts, later recovering his composure.
  • Marshal Red-White Rose demonstrates his family's wealth and influence, using it to try and forge a closer friendship with Liszt.

Significant Themes

  • Wealth and power dynamics: The Red-White Rose Family uses their wealth to gain influence and favor.
  • Gift-giving as diplomacy: Both kingdoms use gifts to show respect and establish connections with Liszt.

Character Interactions

  • Liszt and Marshal Red-White Rose: Marshal tries to impress Liszt with his family's wealth, while Liszt is initially taken aback but maintains his composure.
  • Liszt and Bruce Silver Hand: Though not detailed, Bruce is polite and respectful towards Liszt.

Ch. 912I Have Dragons (First Update)

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Matthew, heir to the Red-White Rose Family, visits Liszt with extravagant gifts, hinting at a marriage alliance.
  • Liszt and his father discuss the implications of the gifts and the potential alliance.
  • Liszt reveals he has another dragon, making him a Dragon Knight with five dragons.

Character Developments

  • Liszt: Shows maturity and wisdom beyond his years, understanding the political implications of the gifts and the alliance. He values strength (dragons) over wealth.
  • Matthew: Reveals his family's wealth and influence, but also his desperation for a powerful ally (Liszt).
  • Leewilliam: Shows concern for the kingdom's future and his son's marriage, hinting at a preference for Marilyn over A Ke.

Significant Themes

  • Wealth vs. Power: Liszt prioritizes strength (dragons) over wealth, while Matthew uses wealth to try and gain power.
  • Marriage Alliances: Both families consider a marriage alliance for political and financial gain.
  • Ambition: Liszt's ambition is shown through his desire to become king and his acquisition of dragons.

Character Interactions

  • Liszt and Matthew: Their interaction shows the contrast between wealth and power, with Liszt remaining calm and collected despite the lavish gifts.
  • Liszt and Leewilliam: Their conversation reveals their mutual respect and understanding, as well as their differing views on the potential marriage alliance.
  • Liszt and A Ke (implied): Liszt's mention of A Ke suggests a complex relationship, as he values her but also considers Marilyn as a potential partner.

Ch. 913His Majesty the King

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Liszt and Leewilliam discuss the power dynamics of dragons and wealth.
  • Mashu Red-White Rose visits Black Horse Island for negotiations.
  • Leewilliam demands recognition of the Flame Kingdom from the three great kingdoms.
  • The Flame Kingdom's declaration of establishment is announced.
  • Liszt receives the delegations from the three great kingdoms as the King of Flame.

Character Developments

  • Liszt: Recognizes the true nature of strength and wealth, understands the importance of dragons, and acts as the King of Flame.
  • Leewilliam: Becomes more assertive in negotiations, representing the Flame Kingdom's interests.
  • Mashu Red-White Rose: Shows interest in befriending Liszt and the Flame Kingdom, but remains cautious.
  • Alexander White Iron: Reluctantly yields to the Flame Kingdom's demands due to the Eagle Kingdom's weakened position.

Significant Themes

  • The power dynamics between wealth and dragons.
  • The importance of diplomatic recognition for the newly established Flame Kingdom.
  • The consequences of the Eagle Kingdom's refusal to compromise, leading to a potential third dragon-slaying war.

Character Interactions

  • Liszt and Leewilliam: Work together to secure the Flame Kingdom's interests, with Liszt providing guidance and Leewilliam handling negotiations.
  • Liszt and Mashu: Show mutual respect and interest in forming an alliance, but maintain a careful approach.
  • Leewilliam and Alexander: Engage in tough negotiations, with Leewilliam threatening a third dragon-slaying war to pressure Alexander into yielding.

Ch. 914Skeletal Dragon Might (Third Update, Alliance Leader Bonus Update 12/147)

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Mashu Red-White Rose, an envoy from the Iron Ridge Kingdom, leaves Black Horse Island after a day's delay, carrying a signed agreement and a gift for Liszt and Ake Roides.
  • Liszt receives a pair of Mermaid's Protection earrings, which he believes could help Court Archmages advance to archmage status.
  • Liszt delivers the earrings to Ake, who recognizes their magical properties as similar to Mermaid's Tear.
  • Liszt learns about the discovery of dragon bones in the Dragon Valley City mine, leading him to deduce the existence of a Bone Dragon.
  • Liszt visits the mine and confirms the presence of dragon bones, anticipating the discovery of the Bone Dragon, the reward for Smoke's completed mission.

Character Developments

  • Mashu shows diplomatic skill and subtlety in his interactions with Liszt, hinting at his knowledge of Ake's sea demon identity.
  • Liszt demonstrates his strategic thinking and ambition, recognizing the potential of the Mermaid's Protection earrings and connecting the clues about the Bone Dragon.
  • Ake shows her magical prowess and understanding of magical items, recognizing the properties of the Mermaid's Protection earrings.

Significant Themes

  • Diplomacy and alliances, as seen in Mashu's interactions with Liszt and the establishment of the Flame Kingdom.
  • Ambition and strategic thinking, exemplified by Liszt's actions and deductions regarding the Bone Dragon.
  • Magical prowess and the pursuit of power, illustrated by Ake's recognition of the Mermaid's Protection earrings and Liszt's anticipation of the Bone Dragon's abilities.

Character Interactions

  • Mashu and Liszt: Mashu subtly hints at his knowledge of Ake's sea demon identity, while Liszt accepts the Mermaid's Protection earrings without acknowledging Mashu's hint.
  • Liszt and Ake: Liszt gifts the earrings to Ake, who recognizes their magical properties, and they discuss their potential uses.
  • Liszt and the officials in Dragon Valley City: Liszt learns about the discovery of dragon bones and anticipates the existence of a Bone Dragon, the reward for Smoke's mission.

Ch. 915Dragon Bone Missing (First Update)

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Liszt orders excavation of a bone dragon, potentially alive, found in a metal mine.
  • He discovers metal ore deposits and dragon bones at the intersections of different mines.
  • Liszt initiates a Dragon Knight Candidate Program to find talented individuals, with a reward of a Great Elf.
  • Strange tremors occur in the mine pit as excavation continues.
  • Dragon bones from different Metal Dragons are found, each missing specific parts.
  • Liszt suspects a bone dragon is forming beneath the mine, made from the remains of Metal Dragons.

Character Developments

  • Liszt shows determination and vigilance in excavating the bone dragon, demonstrating his strategic thinking and adaptability.
  • A Ke, the Magician, assists Liszt in identifying and assembling the dragon bones, showcasing her professional knowledge and skills.

Significant Themes

  • The power of fate and destiny, influenced by Liszt's thoughts and actions.
  • The importance of talent recognition and development, as seen in the Dragon Knight Candidate Program.
  • The potential for new life forms, like the bone dragon, and the unknown consequences of their existence.

Character Interactions

  • Liszt and A Ke work together to identify and understand the dragon bones, highlighting their professional collaboration and mutual respect.
  • Liszt consults with Gortai and other knights about establishing a school system for knight training, indicating his trust in their abilities and his desire for their input.

Ch. 916Seeing Ghosts

Key Plot Points and Events

  • The serfs dig deeper into the ground, following the source of underground tremors.
  • Ancient magicians bombard the pit with spells, causing an explosion that reveals a bone dragon.
  • The bone dragon emerges, displaying a wingspan of nearly sixty meters and a body length of sixty-five meters.
  • Liszt attempts to communicate with the bone dragon but fails. He then successfully rides it, discovering it has no thoughts or consciousness.

Character Developments

  • Liszt demonstrates his leadership and courage by ordering the ancient magicians to continue their assault and later attempting to ride the bone dragon.
  • A Ke shows loyalty and readiness to protect Liszt at any moment.

Significant Themes

  • The power of magic and its various attributes (e.g., water, ice, soul-related).
  • The connection between dragons and their souls, with dragon teeth and the Dragon Tooth Platform playing a crucial role.
  • The ability to see and interact with souls or spiritual entities.

Character Interactions

  • Liszt and A Ke work together, with A Ke supporting Liszt's decisions and actions.
  • Liszt interacts with the bone dragon, eventually controlling it, suggesting a connection between his soul and the dragon's.
  • The serfs and knights show fear and awe towards the bone dragon but also curiosity and interest in Liszt's attempts to communicate with it.

Ch. 917Work-Point System (First Update)

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Liszt discovers a Bone Dragon in a metal mine and orders its excavation.
  • The Bone Dragon is unearthed without resistance, and Liszt rides it.
  • Liszt implements the work-point system for Moon-Slayer serfs, ensuring their livelihood while maintaining productivity.
  • A serf, Aladu Yang, is punished for slacking off, demonstrating the system's enforcement.
  • Liszt studies the Bone Dragon, finding it useful for soul detection and potentially as a training tool for dragon knights.

Character Developments

  • Nicker Bellows, initially resentful of serving Liszt, now admires and is grateful to him for the opportunities and miracles witnessed.
  • Aladu Yang, a Moon-Slayer serf, learns the consequences of not following work rules under the new system.

Significant Themes

  • The work-point system's impact on productivity, discipline, and serf livelihood.
  • The Bone Dragon's potential uses in soul detection and dragon knight training.

Character Interactions

  • Liszt and Nicker Bellows: Nicker's growing admiration and loyalty to Liszt.
  • Liszt and A Ke: They attempt to control the Bone Dragon together, with A Ke offering to study it further.
  • Serfs and the clerical assistant: The serfs are monitored and disciplined by the assistant, with Aladu Yang being punished for slacking off.

Ch. 918Girl Rides a Dragon (Second Update)

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Liszt gifts Emily a wind-element intermediate dragon beast, Landwalker Loki, for faster communication between cities.
  • Liszt introduces Emily to a Bone Dragon, allowing her to experience riding a dragon to prepare for riding the Light Green Gem Dragon, Isen.
  • Emily successfully controls the Bone Dragon, improving her proficiency and understanding of dragon riding.
  • Liszt plans to gift the Battle Aura Domain Manual to his father, Leewilliam, for his birthday to help him advance to Domain Knight.

Character Developments

  • Emily adapts quickly to riding the Bone Dragon, demonstrating her exceptional talent and potential as a dragon knight.
  • Liszt shows consideration for his family and old retainers, planning to reward them with wealth and status once the Flame Kingdom is established.

Significant Themes

  • The importance of dragons in the knightly system and the power dynamics of the world.
  • The value of family and loyalty, as seen in Liszt's plans to reward his family and old retainers.

Character Interactions

  • Liszt and Emily: Liszt guides and supports Emily's growth as a dragon knight, while Emily demonstrates her dedication and responsibility in her work.
  • Liszt and Leewilliam: Liszt considers his father's feelings and plans to gift him the Battle Aura Domain Manual as a sign of familial affection and to settle their karma.

Ch. 919Counting to Fifty Is Hard

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Liszt and A Ke study the Bone Dragon, discovering it has properties of an Elemental Dragon and belongs to the soul element.
  • Liszt decides to control the Bone Dragon using Rio's possession method.
  • A Ke returns to Reed City to study the magic teleportation array, while Liszt continues studying the Bone Dragon.
  • Liszt receives a reward for completing the Smoke Mission: a Corn Great Elf named Mickey.
  • Liszt receives a new mission: achieve complete control over the Bone Dragon using the spiritual strength of two people. The reward is a Gemstone Crown.
  • Mickey evolves successfully but struggles to count numbers greater than fifty.
  • Kali, the Man-Eating Tree Dragon Elf, finds a mutated variety of magic herb and demonstrates its value to Liszt.

Character Developments

  • Liszt: Becomes more focused on studying and controlling the Bone Dragon, neglecting other duties. Shows interest in teaching Mickey mathematics.
  • A Ke: Returns to Reed City to study the magic teleportation array, showing dedication to his studies.
  • Mickey: Evolves into a Corn Great Elf, learns to count, and shows an aptitude for mathematics. Struggles with numbers greater than fifty.
  • Kali: Discovers the value of the Man-Eating Tree and a mutated magic herb, demonstrating its intelligence and resourcefulness.

Significant Themes

  • The struggle to control and understand the Bone Dragon, representing the challenges of harnessing powerful, chaotic forces.
  • The importance of education and learning, as seen through Liszt's teaching of Mickey and Kali's discovery of the magic herb.
  • The evolution and growth of creatures, shown through Mickey's evolution and Kali's development as a Dragon Elf.

Character Interactions

  • Liszt and A Ke: Collaborate in studying the Bone Dragon and discuss their plans.
  • Liszt and Mickey: Interact as teacher and student, with Liszt guiding Mickey's learning process.
  • Liszt and Kali: Interact as lord and subject, with Kali demonstrating its value to Liszt and seeking his recognition.

Ch. 920I'm Willing

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Kali discovers a new Man-Eating Tree variety, the Ogre Tree, which is a Chaos-quality magical herb.
  • Liszt tasks Kali with planting more Ogre Trees and searching for other mutated varieties.
  • Liszt considers using Kali to stimulate Zyra's growth.
  • Liszt struggles to control the Bone Dragon's magical form alone and decides to find someone to share the burden of his mental power.
  • Liszt seeks A Ke's advice and learns that Virginia Truth could potentially help him share his mental power.
  • Liszt retrieves Virginia from the Legendary Continent and explains the situation regarding the Bone Dragon.

Character Developments

  • Kali: Shows initiative and pride in its work, eager to please Liszt and prove its worth.
  • Liszt: Struggles with controlling the Bone Dragon's magical form, seeks help from A Ke and Virginia, and shows consideration for his subordinates' well-being.
  • Virginia: Agrees to become part of the Bone Dragon to gain a more comfortable body and to work with Liszt.

Significant Themes

  • The value and purpose of magical creatures and plants.
  • The struggle for control and power, both physical and mental.
  • The allure of dragons and the desire to possess or control them.

Character Interactions

  • Liszt and Kali: Liszt tasks Kali with finding more Ogre Trees, and Kali eagerly accepts, showing pride in its work.
  • Liszt and A Ke: Liszt seeks A Ke's advice on finding someone to share his mental power, and A Ke suggests Virginia Truth.
  • Liszt and Virginia: Liszt retrieves Virginia and explains the situation regarding the Bone Dragon, and Virginia agrees to become part of the Bone Dragon.
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