Ch. 401The Final Step

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Harrot flies with Cleon, experiencing flight and discussing their abilities.
  • Harrot decides to give Dragon Blood Potion to Rand, Annie, Tiona, and consider giving some to King Selton.
  • Harrot starts building the city plaza, seeking help from the Elves for shaping stone bricks.
  • Harrot levels the plaza site using a giant stone roller created by Cleon.

Character Developments

  • Harrot shows his strategic thinking by planning to gift Dragon Blood Potion to King Selton to maintain their alliance.
  • Cleon demonstrates his strength and understanding of his role in the new nation.
  • Ailan, the Elf Elder, shows honesty and efficiency in his work, revealing that the Archmage is helping with the stone bricks.

Significant Themes

  • The importance of strength and alliances in the new nation.
  • The efficiency and honesty of the Elves, challenging Harrot's initial perceptions.
  • The role of ceremony and appearances in nation-building.

Character Interactions

  • Harrot and Cleon bond over their flight, discussing their abilities and comparing them to Shadoer's.
  • Harrot and Ailan interact, with Harrot offering compensation for the Elves' help and Ailan accepting it honestly.
  • Harrot and Rand discuss the final construction work and city planning.

Ch. 402Dawn Kingdom

Key Plot Points and Events

  • The new kingdom's name is decided as "Dawn Kingdom" by Harrot, reflecting their current weak state and gratitude to the Sun God.
  • The capital city's grandeur astonishes the villagers, who arrive for the founding ceremony.
  • Harrot prepares for the ceremony, reflecting on his role and the nation's future.

Character Developments

  • Harrot: Shows humility and wisdom in naming the kingdom, displays nervousness before the ceremony, and reflects on his responsibilities as king.
  • Rand: Demonstrates leadership in managing the crowd and supports Harrot's kingship.
  • Villagers: Exhibit awe and curiosity upon seeing the capital city, showcasing their limited exposure to such grandeur.

Significant Themes

  • Humility and wisdom in leadership (Harrot's decision to name the kingdom).
  • The contrast between the villagers' simple lives and the capital's grandeur.
  • Reflection on responsibilities and personal growth (Harrot's internal dialogue).

Character Interactions

  • Harrot and Rand: Harrot scolds Rand for questioning his abilities, showing their familiarity and mutual respect.
  • Villagers: Interact with a former villager who now resides in the capital, highlighting the villagers' curiosity and the former villager's pride in his new status.

Ch. 403Sun Altar

Key Plot Points and Events

  • King Harrot is greeted enthusiastically by citizens as he walks through a village.
  • He officially establishes the Dawn Kingdom on a stone platform, with a speech outlining his vision for the new nation.
  • The Archmage performs a fire dragon trick to celebrate the nation's founding.
  • Harrot receives a quest completion notification and acquires the Sun Altar blueprint.
  • He discovers two new virtual structures in the System: Sun Altar and Sun God Colossus.

Character Developments

  • King Harrot feels the weight of the people's expectations and resolves to be a better king.
  • Harrot realizes the potential of the new virtual structures and their connection to the Sun God.
  • Rand is shown to be humble and considerate, declining the Archmage's offer to perform at the ceremony.

Significant Themes

  • The power of faith and its connection to the Sun God.
  • The responsibilities and challenges of leadership, as seen through Harrot's perspective.
  • The potential for growth and change, both for individuals (like Harrot) and nations (like the Dawn Kingdom).

Character Interactions

  • Harrot interacts with citizens, feeling their genuine adoration and respect.
  • He has a brief conversation with Rand about the Archmage's performance.
  • Harrot's internal monologue reveals his thoughts and plans regarding the new virtual structures and their potential benefits.

Ch. 404Borrowing a Gold Mine

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Harrot attends a banquet with the Elves' elders and Sea Folk allies, enjoying the attention of multiple women and his friends.
  • He discovers that the Sun Altar and Sun God Colossus require massive amounts of rare resources, including gold, to build.
  • King Selton suggests using the gold mine near their kingdom to obtain the necessary gold.
  • Harrot plans to "borrow" gold from Sunflower to meet the shortfall.

Character Developments

  • Harrot: Realizes the extent of resources needed for the Sun God's structures, leading him to seek alternative sources of gold.
  • King Selton: Shows wisdom and generosity by suggesting the gold mine, despite his initial disinterest in Harrot's problem.
  • Sunflower: Unknowingly becomes a target for Harrot to "borrow" gold, feeling an inexplicable chill.

Significant Themes

  • The burden of divine gifts: Harrot grapples with the practical implications of the Sun God's rewards.
  • Resource management: Harrot must navigate the limited resources available to him, leading to creative problem-solving.
  • Friendship and loyalty: King Selton's suggestion highlights the bond between him and Harrot.

Character Interactions

  • Harrot and King Selton: Their conversation leads to a solution for Harrot's gold problem, strengthening their bond.
  • Harrot and Sunflower: Harrot's plans to "borrow" gold from Sunflower hint at a potential future interaction or conflict.
  • Harrot and the women at the banquet: Their attention and affection towards Harrot are noted but not explored in detail.

Ch. 405A Favor

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Harrot receives aid from Selton, improving his mood.
  • Harrot plans to scheme against Sunflower, considering the Sun God Colossus and the Sun Altar's unknown function.
  • Harrot seeks Queen Sasha's help to deal with Sunflower, offering her a Dragon Blood Potion in exchange.
  • Sasha agrees to help Harrot, planning to teach Sunflower a lesson.
  • Commoners are assigned housing in the Royal Capital, with Harrot feeling Rand is too generous.

Character Developments

  • Harrot: Struggles with his feelings towards Selton's infidelity, plans to use Sasha to retrieve his stolen items, and interacts with Bias about marriage.
  • Sasha: Shows concern for her husband's behavior, agrees to help Harrot, and reveals her brutal nature.
  • Bias: Misinterprets Harrot's interactions with Sasha, expresses jealousy, and questions Harrot about his intentions.

Significant Themes

  • Power dynamics and alliances within the kingdom.
  • Trust and loyalty among characters.
  • The struggle between generosity and resource management, as seen in Rand's housing policy.

Character Interactions

  • Harrot and Sasha: They discuss Sunflower and Sasha agrees to help Harrot, showing understanding of his intentions.
  • Harrot and Bias: Bias misinterprets Harrot's actions, leading to a confrontation where Harrot reassures her of his devotion.

Ch. 406The Plan Begins

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Bias questions Harrot about his relationships with Annie and Shadoer, leading to a conversation about Marcus, his benefactor, and the political situation.
  • Harrot manipulates Bias into revealing Sunflower's treasure hiding place, planning to steal the Dragon Blood Potion.
  • Sunflower wakes up late and heads to Harrot's castle for a meal, only to be intercepted by Queen Sasha, who uses a net to capture her.

Character Developments

  • Bias: Shows bravery in questioning Harrot but also demonstrates naivety and gullibility, ultimately betraying Sunflower to Harrot.
  • Harrot: Proves himself manipulative and deceitful, using Bias to further his goals while maintaining his upright image.
  • Sunflower: Reveals her impatience and laziness in daily tasks, but also shows her resourcefulness and determination when faced with Queen Sasha.

Significant Themes

  • Manipulation and deception: Harrot manipulates Bias to serve his purposes, while Sunflower is tricked by Queen Sasha.
  • Betrayal: Bias betrays Sunflower by revealing her treasure's hiding place to Harrot.
  • Power dynamics: The struggle between Sunflower and Queen Sasha highlights the importance of strength and adaptability in their world.

Character Interactions

  • Bias and Harrot: Bias questions Harrot about his relationships, leading to a conversation where Harrot manipulates her into revealing Sunflower's treasure location.
  • Sunflower and Queen Sasha: Sunflower is ambushed and captured by Queen Sasha, leading to a confrontation between the two.
  • Sunflower and Bias: Sunflower's absence causes Bias to feel guilty for her actions, while Sunflower's capture reveals Bias's betrayal.

Ch. 407Successfully Completed

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Sunflower fights Queen Sasha, easily defeating her with precise and powerful attacks.
  • Harrot steals Sunflower's treasures, including Dragon Blood Potions, using a hidden passage.
  • Harrot builds the Sun Altar and the colossal Sun God statue using the stolen gold and the Sun Scepter's energy.

Character Developments

  • Sunflower: Proves her strength and skill against Queen Sasha, showing she's not as weak as previously thought.
  • Harrot: Demonstrates his cunning and opportunism by stealing Sunflower's treasures and using them to build the Sun Altar and statue.

Significant Themes

  • Strength and Skill: Sunflower's display of power challenges the notion of her weakness.
  • Greed and Opportunity: Harrot's actions highlight his willingness to take advantage of situations for personal gain.
  • Power and Control: The Sun Altar's capabilities suggest it could disrupt the balance of power within the country.

Character Interactions

  • Sunflower vs. Queen Sasha: A one-sided fight where Sunflower dominates, humbling Queen Sasha.
  • Harrot and Sunflower: Harrot's theft from Sunflower creates a conflict that will likely lead to further interaction.

Ch. 408Sun Temple Reforms

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Harrot, the King and Archbishop, proposes drastic reforms for the Sun Temple, including expansion, increased jurisdiction, and large-scale recruitment.
  • Rand, Harrot's brother and national internal affairs official, is surprised and concerned about the sudden changes.
  • Harrot reveals that the giant golden statue in the plaza is a national treasure from the Sun God, and the temple reforms are based on the Sun God's Divine Edict.

Character Developments

  • Rand: Initially unaware and skeptical of the temple reforms, he becomes more accepting as he understands their purpose and sees no conflict with his designed official management system.
  • Harrot: Reveals his lack of practical planning and management skills, despite having unique ideas and concepts. He struggles to answer Rand's questions about implementation details.

Significant Themes

  • The rise of the Sun Temple's power and influence, potentially transcending the nobility and challenging the King's authority.
  • The tension between Harrot's grand ideas and his lack of practical planning and management skills.
  • The tension between Rand's conscientious approach to governance and his initial skepticism towards Harrot's reforms.

Character Interactions

  • Rand and Harrot: Rand questions and challenges Harrot's plans, while Harrot struggles to provide concrete details, leading to tension and frustration between them.
  • The Sun Priest: Interrupts Harrot's explanation and reveals that he has already begun preparations for the temple reforms, rescuing Rand from his frustration and demonstrating his practicality and foresight.

Ch. 409Establishment of a Branch Temple

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Harrot and the Sun Priest travel to establish the first branch temple in a nearby town.
  • Harrot is given the temple's regulations, which are comprehensive and thorough.
  • Harrot reveals he has communicated with the Sun God through the Sun Scepter.
  • The Sun Priest expresses regret and frustration at Harrot's faster connection with the Sun God.
  • Harrot and the Sun Priest arrive in the town, where they are welcomed by the acting lord and citizens.

Character Developments

  • Harrot: Shows his commitment to the temple's establishment and his desire for authority. He also expresses his intention to train the System soldiers.
  • Sun Priest: Reveals his dedication to the temple and the Sun God, feeling regret and frustration at Harrot's faster connection with the deity. He also shows his experience in managing temple affairs.

Significant Themes

  • Faith and Divine Connection: The Sun Priest's lifelong dedication to the Sun God contrasts with Harrot's more recent, but seemingly stronger, connection with the deity.
  • Authority and Power: Harrot's desire for authority is evident, and he expresses his preference for wielding power over being ordered around.

Character Interactions

  • Harrot and Sun Priest: Their interaction reveals the Sun Priest's dedication and Harrot's commitment, as well as the Sun Priest's frustration at Harrot's faster divine connection. They work together to select candidates for the temple.
  • Harrot and the Town's Acting Lord and Citizens: Harrot's interaction with the town's inhabitants shows his ability to connect with his subjects and gain their support.

Ch. 410The Difficulties of Building the Sun Altar

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Harrot announces the establishment of a Sun God sub-temple, causing celebration among the townsfolk.
  • The Sun Priest arrives with young, attractive followers, causing Harrot to speculate about his intentions.
  • Harrot and the Sun Priest choose a location for the sub-temple, with Harrot secretly planning to use it for his own purposes.
  • Harrot returns to the Royal Capital, leaving the Sun Priest to oversee the initial work in the town.
  • Harrot faces difficulties in constructing the Sun Altar due to the complexity of the blueprint and the rarity of required materials.

Character Developments

  • Harrot: Struggles with his new role as an Archbishop, dealing with the practical aspects of temple construction and feeling overwhelmed by the required materials.
  • The Sun Priest: Shows dedication to his duties, patiently overseeing the initial work in the town, and displays a protective attitude towards the young female followers.
  • Joseph (the acting lord): Demonstrates cleverness and talent in planning, impressing both Harrot and the Sun Priest.

Significant Themes

  • Faith and devotion: The Sun Priest's dedication to his duties contrasts with Harrot's lack of genuine piety.
  • Power dynamics: Harrot's position as King and Archbishop allows him to make decisions that benefit himself, such as choosing the sub-temple location for his own purposes.
  • The challenges of leadership: Harrot faces unexpected difficulties in his new role, highlighting the complexities of ruling and the responsibilities that come with power.

Character Interactions

  • Harrot and the Sun Priest: Their interactions are marked by mutual distrust and speculation, with Harrot misjudging the Sun Priest's intentions and the Sun Priest watching Harrot closely to prevent him from corrupting the young followers.
  • Harrot and Joseph: Harrot recognizes Joseph's talent and instructs him to cooperate fully with the Sun Priest, showing trust in his abilities.
  • Harrot and the craftsmen: Harrot faces frustration when the craftsmen struggle to understand the blueprint for the Sun Altar, highlighting the limitations of outsourcing complex tasks.

Ch. 411Aftermath of the Battle

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Sunflower and Queen Sasha's battle ends with Sunflower's unexpected victory.
  • Sunflower, fueled by anger and humiliation, brutally beats Queen Sasha, aiming for her face and sensitive areas.
  • Queen Sasha, enraged, enters a berserk state, overpowering Sunflower despite her injuries.
  • Sunflower is severely injured and passes out. Queen Sasha, regaining consciousness, spits out something from her mouth and leaves with Sunflower.

Character Developments

  • Sunflower: Initially confident and cruel, she becomes overwhelmed by Queen Sasha's rage and suffers severe injuries, experiencing a mix of emotions before fainting.
  • Queen Sasha: Enraged by Sunflower's humiliation, she enters a berserk state, displaying unexpected strength and resilience. After regaining consciousness, she shows puzzlement and disgust at her actions.

Significant Themes

  • The dangers of underestimating opponents and letting emotions cloud judgment (Sunflower).
  • The power of rage and primal instincts (Queen Sasha's berserk state).
  • The consequences of cruelty and humiliation (Sunflower's injuries and Queen Sasha's actions).

Character Interactions

  • Sunflower and Queen Sasha: Their battle is brutal and one-sided initially, with Sunflower humiliating Queen Sasha. However, the tables turn when Queen Sasha enters a berserk state, leading to Sunflower's severe injuries.
  • Queen Sasha and Harrot: Implicitly, Queen Sasha completes Harrot's request by capturing Sunflower, though not in the manner he might have expected.

Ch. 412Yacosta's Suggestion

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Yacosta discovers terrifying monsters in the desert near the Dawn Kingdom.
  • He attempts to contact Iltiran and Harrot but finds them preoccupied with mining gold at sea.
  • Yacosta finally reaches them and teleports them back to land along with the gold ore.
  • Harrot and Iltiran plan to refine the gold, while Yacosta insists on discussing the monster threat.

Character Developments

  • Yacosta: Shows impatience and frustration at not being able to contact Iltiran and Harrot, highlighting his responsibility and concern for the kingdom's safety.
  • Iltiran: Becomes engrossed in developing the War Ancient Tree and mining gold, showing his dedication to his projects but also his lack of attention to other matters.
  • Harrot: Demonstrates his strength and resourcefulness by mining gold with Iltiran's help, showing his commitment to the kingdom's development despite his philandering reputation.

Significant Themes

  • Responsibility vs. Preoccupation: Yacosta's frustration highlights the theme of responsibility, while Iltiran and Harrot's preoccupation with their respective projects shows how they can become distracted from their duties.
  • Communication and Teamwork: The difficulty Yacosta faces in contacting Iltiran and Harrot emphasizes the importance of communication and teamwork among the kingdom's leaders.

Character Interactions

  • Yacosta and Iltiran: Their argumentative relationship is evident, with Yacosta criticizing Iltiran's projects and Iltiran dismissing Yacosta's concerns as trivial.
  • Harrot and Iltiran: Their collaboration in mining gold shows their ability to work together towards a common goal, despite their different personalities and priorities.
  • Yacosta and Harrot: Harrot's intervention in Yacosta and Iltiran's argument shows his diplomatic skills and understanding of the importance of Yacosta's concerns.

Ch. 413Taking a Day Off

Key Plot Points and Events

  • The narrator decides to take a day off from their usual routine.
  • They spend the day doing activities they enjoy, such as reading, taking a walk, and having a leisurely lunch.
  • The day ends with the narrator feeling refreshed and content.

Character Developments

  • The narrator is shown to value self-care and personal time.
  • They are introspective, reflecting on their need for breaks and the importance of balance in life.

Significant Themes

  • Self-Care and Balance: The narrator emphasizes the importance of taking time for oneself to maintain mental and emotional well-being.
  • Reflection and Introspection: The day off allows the narrator to reflect on their life and routines.

Character Interactions

  • There are no significant interactions with other characters in this chapter, as the focus is solely on the narrator's personal day.

Ch. 414Analysis of Intelligence

Key Plot Points and Events

  • The gold ore is transported to the Royal Capital under heavy guard.
  • Aphelios discovers an issue in Hell; souls are missing, and Heaven's formation is hindered.
  • Harrot, Yacosta, and the Archmage discuss the "Desert Overlord" and its threats.
  • They identify the monster's weaknesses: it's confined to the desert, lacks intelligence, is slow, and can't withstand prolonged sun exposure.

Character Developments

  • Aphelios shows concern for the souls in Hell and Heaven's formation.
  • The Archmage becomes more serious and attentive after seeing the "Desert Overlord" in the Image Orb.
  • Harrot and Yacosta provide detailed information about the "Desert Overlord" to the Archmage.

Significant Themes

  • The power dynamics between Heaven, Hell, and the mortal world.
  • The importance of understanding and exploiting an enemy's weaknesses.
  • The consequences of arrogance and underestimating opponents.

Character Interactions

  • Harrot mediates the argument between Yacosta and the Archmage.
  • The Archmage, Harrot, and Yacosta collaborate to analyze the "Desert Overlord" and strategize against it.
  • Aphelios's discovery in Hell leads him to question the balance between Heaven and Hell.

Ch. 415Seeking Aid

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Harrot, the Archmage, and Yacosta discuss strategies to defeat the Desert Overlord, with Harrot suggesting a Meteor Shower and the Archmage proposing a Dimensional Slash. Both are deemed ineffective due to the monster's abilities.
  • They analyze the sand from the desert, discovering that the Desert Overlord turned the area into a desert and is sealed by an unknown special seal.
  • Harrot reveals he has received divine revelations from the Sun God but needs to build the Sun Altar, which requires rare resources, including obsidian.
  • Yacosta suggests going to the Elf Forest to gather materials and seek the Elf Queen's help, while also contacting the Sea God Temple for assistance.
  • Harrot and the Archmage prepare to leave, with Cleon agreeing to manage the kingdom in their absence.

Character Developments

  • Harrot: Realizes his limitations and the need for divine assistance, accepts the responsibility of a founding King, and shows concern for his people's well-being.
  • Archmage: Becomes more realistic and pragmatic after facing the Desert Overlord's threat, prioritizing survival and gathering resources.
  • Yacosta: Demonstrates his connections with the Sea Folk and takes initiative in seeking their help, showing determination in facing the monster.
  • Cleon: Takes responsibility for managing the kingdom in Harrot's absence, showing growth and understanding of his role.

Significant Themes

  • The need for divine assistance and the limitations of mortal power.
  • The importance of gathering resources and allies to face overwhelming threats.
  • The responsibility of leadership and the need to prioritize the well-being of one's people.

Character Interactions

  • Harrot, Archmage, and Yacosta collaborate to find a solution to defeat the Desert Overlord, leading to a decision to seek divine assistance and gather resources.
  • Harrot and Cleon discuss the management of the kingdom, with Harrot showing concern for his people's workload.
  • Yacosta offers to contact the Sea Folk, showing his determination and willingness to help.

Ch. 416The Queen's Terrible Attitude

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Harrot flies to the Elf Forest with the Archmage's assistance.
  • Tiona is absent, having gone with Sherman to clear an Abyssal Gate.
  • Harrot and the Archmage meet the Elf Queen, who is caring for a brain-damaged legendary Winged Human.
  • The Archmage and Harrot seek the Queen's help against their upcoming opponent, but she is dismissive and uncooperative.

Character Developments

  • Harrot: Becomes more disillusioned with the Elves' shrewdness and the Queen's attitude.
  • Elf Queen: Reveals her care for the Winged Human, showing a softer side despite her initial coldness.
  • Archmage Iltiran: Shows respect for the Queen's magical abilities but remains critical of her leadership.

Significant Themes

  • The Elves' shrewdness and manipulation.
  • The Queen's dual nature: cold and dismissive in public, caring and vulnerable in private.
  • The consequences of the Queen's impulsive actions (brain-damaging the Winged Human).

Character Interactions

  • Harrot and the Archmage: They work together but have differing opinions on the Queen's capabilities and attitude.
  • The Elf Queen and the Winged Human: The Queen cares for the Winged Human despite her initial harsh treatment.
  • The Archmage and the Queen: The Archmage is respectful but critical of the Queen's leadership.

Ch. 417Inverse World Tree

Key Plot Points and Events

  • The Archmage and the Elf Queen discuss the true nature of the desert monster and its connection to the Eastern Continent's evil creatures.
  • The Elf Queen reveals that the Eastern Continent's evil creatures originate from the World Tree, now degenerated into an "Inverse World Tree" due to Heaven and Hell's collapse.
  • The Elf Queen hints at a way to eliminate the two powerful monsters at the end of the Eastern Continent, implying knowledge of the Heavenly Scroll and Hellish Scroll.
  • She reveals that she can temporarily disrupt the Inverse World Tree's support for the desert monster, but only for one day, leaving the Archmage and Harrot to handle the monster within that time frame.

Character Developments

  • The Elf Queen: Reveals her dual nature, showing a different persona in private than in public. She demonstrates deep knowledge about the World Tree and the Eastern Continent's origins.
  • Harrot: Shows curiosity about the Eastern Continent and the evil creatures, and displays his understanding of Marxist philosophy, which resonates with the Elf Queen's explanation.

Significant Themes

  • The dual nature of the World Tree: The World Tree is revealed to have both a positive (life-giving) and negative (evil creature-generating) aspect, reflecting the duality of nature and the world.
  • The limits of life and the legendary realm: The discussion touches on the limits of life and the difficulty of surpassing the legendary realm without divine assistance or extraordinary encounters.

Character Interactions

  • The Archmage and the Elf Queen: They engage in a serious discussion, with the Archmage questioning and the Elf Queen revealing crucial information about the Eastern Continent and the Inverse World Tree.
  • The Elf Queen and Harrot: The Elf Queen subtly interacts with Harrot, acknowledging his understanding of the world's essence and hinting at her knowledge of the Heavenly Scroll and Hellish Scroll.

Ch. 418Goal Achieved

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Harrot attempts to call for Ultraman backup but is discouraged by the Elf Queen.
  • The Archmage and Harrot seek supplies from the Elf Queen for their respective projects.
  • Harrot is overcharged for obsidian and is forced to trade a Divine Artifact to pay for it.
  • Harrot tries to negotiate for the use of the World Tree for long-distance teleportation but is refused.
  • Harrot threatens to expose a secret of the Elf Queen's to blackmail her into compliance.

Character Developments

  • Harrot's deference towards the Elf Queen diminishes as he realizes she won't provide significant help.
  • The Archmage overcomes his fear and gains renewed drive after learning about the Desert Overlord's power source.
  • The Elf Queen is revealed to have a secret that Harrot can use against her.

Significant Themes

  • Power dynamics and manipulation: Harrot and the Elf Queen engage in a power struggle, with Harrot attempting to manipulate the Elf Queen into compliance.
  • Information asymmetry: Harrot knows more about the Sun God's true form than others, giving him an advantage in negotiations.
  • Greed and exploitation: The Elf Queen takes advantage of Harrot's situation to overcharge him for supplies.

Character Interactions

  • Harrot and the Elf Queen: Their relationship becomes strained as Harrot attempts to negotiate with the Elf Queen, who takes advantage of his situation.
  • Harrot and the Archmage: They work together to gather supplies for their respective projects but part ways when the Archmage has finished his business.
  • Harrot and Sunflower: Although not present, Sunflower's secret about Harrot is used as leverage against the Elf Queen.

Ch. 419Return

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Harrot successfully frees up most teleportation points in the Vortex Water Bottle, with a few remaining near the Eastern Continent.
  • He decides not to pursue the remaining points due to the difficulty in obtaining authority over that area.
  • Harrot refuses to test a flying contraption with the Archmage, opting to return to his territory.
  • Upon returning, he marvels at the transformation of the War Ancient Tree and begins a rigorous training schedule.

Character Developments

  • Harrot: Becomes more cautious around the Elf Queen after learning about her secret. Starts to question the System's [Trainer] skill due to its extreme fatigue effects.
  • Sunflower: Betrays Harrot after being interrogated and tortured by the Elf Queen.
  • The Elf Queen: Reveals a secret about her relationship with her nephew, which Harrot uses as leverage.

Significant Themes

  • Leverage and manipulation: Harrot uses the Elf Queen's secret to gain an advantage.
  • Power and authority: The struggle to gain control over teleportation points and the Eastern Continent.
  • Trust and betrayal: Sunflower's betrayal highlights the precarious nature of alliances.

Character Interactions

  • Harrot and the Elf Queen: Their relationship becomes strained due to the Elf Queen's secret, with Harrot being cautious around her.
  • Harrot and the Archmage: Harrot refuses to test a flying contraption with the Archmage, showing a level of independence.
  • Harrot and his Knights: Harrot trains his Knights and shares his extraordinary bloodline abilities with them.

Ch. 420Settling in Heaven

Key Plot Points and Events

  • The Sun Altar is completed, and the Sun Scroll heats up, indicating the Sun God's presence.
  • The Sun Altar activates, drawing immense solar energy and causing the Sun God Colossus to emit healing light and voices, blessing the city.
  • Harrot, the Archbishop, enters Heaven using the Sun Scroll to find a transformed, lush paradise with a stronger sun and divine beings.
  • The Sun God's palace is open, but the deity is silent and faceless, leaving Harrot unsure how to communicate.

Character Developments

  • Harrot: Demonstrates his strategic thinking in completing the Sun Altar and shows curiosity about the Sun God's true form and the fate of souls.
  • Sun Priest: Experiences the Sun God's divine edict for the first time, becoming emotional and devout.
  • Sun God: Reveals that deities can have multiple avatars and forms of existence, and that the sun in the sky is his most powerful combat form.

Significant Themes

  • Faith and its power: The Sun Altar's activation and the Sun God Colossus's blessings demonstrate the power of faith in the divine system.
  • Divine nature and form: The Sun God's explanation of his multiple avatars and forms explores the nature of deities and their relationship with their followers.
  • The fate of souls: Harrot's unanswered question about the fate of souls hints at the theme of the afterlife and divine justice.

Character Interactions

  • Harrot and the Sun Priest: Harrot delegates the task of maintaining order to the Sun Priest, highlighting their different roles and priorities.
  • Harrot and the Sun God: Harrot's interaction with the Sun God in Heaven reveals the deity's multiple forms and the nature of their relationship.
  • The Sun God and his divine beings: The Sun God's divine beings, like the Sacred Eagles, show respect and deference to Harrot, indicating his high status in the divine system.
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