Chapter Summaries

• Key Plot Points: Aldric regains partial alchemical power, flies back to Alchemy Main City, and observes changes in the world, including industrial development by goblins and mechanical vehicles.
• Character Developments: Aldric assesses his recovering strength and adapts to new laws. Casper notices Aldric's restraints, hinting at his concern for the world's freedom.
• Significant Themes: The tension between industrial development and environmental impact, as well as the ongoing struggle against Lynn's control.
• Character Interactions: Aldric interacts with alchemists upon his return, while Casper expresses concern upon seeing Aldric's restraints.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Aldric, the president of the Alchemist Association, returns to the city, bearing black restraint runes on his body.
• He meets with Casper and other master alchemists to discuss the current state of the Alchemical World.
• The Alchemical World has stabilized, with major cities resuming daily life and production. Two new continents have joined, one dominated by goblins and the other inhabited by various races.
• The Alchemy Association is tasked with promoting faith in the Supreme God (the world's will and one of the Wizard's avatars) to strengthen alchemists' connection with the world.

Character Developments

• Aldric: He has accepted the new reality and is willing to promote faith in the Supreme God to maintain stability. He advises the alchemists to live with their restraints and use them to potentially reach a higher level.
• Casper: He initially disdains the idea of believing in the Supreme God but changes his mindset after hearing Aldric's perspective.

Significant Themes

• Adaptation to change: The alchemists must adapt to the new world and their restraints.
• Faith and belief: The promotion of faith in the Supreme God is introduced as a means to strengthen alchemists' connection with the world.
• Acceptance of limitations: Aldric advises the alchemists to live with their restraints and use them to potentially grow stronger.

Character Interactions

• Aldric and Casper: They discuss the current state of the world and the task of promoting faith in the Supreme God.
• Aldric and the master alchemists: They discuss their attempts to remove the restraints and Aldric advises them to live with their restraints and use them to potentially reach a higher level.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lynn repairs and revives the Void Bat Demon, which joins the undead army.
• Lynn decides to strengthen his undead army by raising the three ancient dragons (Gold, Red, and Emerald) to the Dragon God rank (Stigma rank).
• Lynn summons the Chaos Dragon and the three ancient dragons to discuss the plan.

Character Developments

• Lynn: Shows his strategic planning and resourcefulness in improving his undead army's strength.
• Void Bat Demon: Revived with an undead body, it joins the Bone Dragon at the central crater of Death Island.
• The Three Ancient Dragons: They are tempted by the prospect of becoming Dragon Gods but have reservations, especially the Gold Dragon, which asks about the price to be paid.

Significant Themes

• Power and Strength: Lynn's focus on increasing his undead army's power to sweep through the Netherworld.
• Sacrifice and Cost: The Gold Dragon's question about the price to be paid hints at the potential sacrifices involved in the plan.

Character Interactions

• Lynn and the Void Bat Demon: Lynn successfully revives the Void Bat Demon, and it acknowledges him before joining the Bone Dragon.
• Lynn and the Three Ancient Dragons: Lynn summons the dragons and presents his plan to raise them to the Dragon God rank, sparking excitement (Red Dragon) and caution (Gold Dragon) among them.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lynn offers the three ancient dragons a chance to become 'Dragon Gods' by binding themselves to this world using the power of faith.
• The dragons discuss the offer and agree, accepting the binding to gain strength and grow with the world.
• Lynn elevates each dragon one by one, transforming them into Dragon Gods with new abilities and connections to the world's laws.

Character Developments

• The Gold Dragon, Red Dragon, and Emerald Dragon gain new powers and status as Dragon Gods, marking a significant advancement after over a thousand years.
• The Bone Dragon, jealous of the other dragons' transformation, feels further isolated and resentful.

Significant Themes

• Power and Ambition: The dragons' desire for strength and growth drives their decision to become Dragon Gods.
• Loyalty and Pledge: After their transformation, the dragons express their gratitude and pledge loyalty to Lynn.
• Acceptance and Isolation: The Bone Dragon's envy highlights its isolation from the dragon race due to its undead nature.

Character Interactions

• Lynn and the Dragons: Lynn offers the dragons a chance to grow stronger, and they accept, solidifying their alliance.
• The Dragons Among Themselves: The dragons discuss the offer, share their thoughts, and ultimately make the decision together.
• The Bone Dragon and the Dragons: The Bone Dragon watches the dragons' transformation with envy, highlighting its isolation from the dragon race.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lynn plans to stabilize his mid-stage Stigma realm and enhance his spiritual power.
• He aims to subdue the thirty-three monarchs in the Netherworld, requiring increased spiritual power for control.
• Lynn brings Gregor into his Stigma World for further rule comprehension.
• Lynn enters seclusion, his spiritual power increasing significantly over five months.

Character Developments

• Lynn: Focuses on enhancing his spiritual power and stabilizing his realm. He also brings Gregor into his Stigma World to aid his mentor's comprehension.
• Gregor: Agrees to enter Lynn's Stigma World to continue his research and understanding of rules.

Significant Themes

• Spiritual Power: Lynn's primary focus, essential for subduing the Netherworld monarchs and expanding his undead army.
• Rule Comprehension: Both Lynn and Gregor strive to understand and integrate rules, with Gregor benefiting from Lynn's Stigma World.
• Patience and Persistence: Lynn takes his time to stabilize his realm and increase his spiritual power, understanding that rushing would be counterproductive.

Character Interactions

• Lynn and Gregor: Lynn brings Gregor into his Stigma World, showing respect for his mentor's knowledge and a desire to help him advance.
• Lynn and the Netherworld Wolf: Lynn interacts with the Netherworld Wolf, acknowledging it as one of the thirty-three monarchs he plans to subdue.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lynn enhances his mental power and prepares for future battles by forging new artifacts.
• He creates the Myriad Souls Banner, a powerful artifact for subduing souls, and a batch of sealing artifacts for high-level undead.
• Lynn emerges from seclusion after completing his tasks and meets Walker, who has finished his six-month cultivation period.

Character Developments

• Lynn demonstrates his prowess in artifact forging and his strategic thinking in preparing for potential threats.
• Walker improves his mental power and touches the threshold of Stigma during his cultivation period.

Significant Themes

• Preparation and foresight: Lynn's actions highlight the importance of being prepared for future challenges.
• Sacrifice: Walker's story reveals the lengths one might go to for personal gain, even at the cost of others.

Character Interactions

• Lynn and Walker have a cordial exchange, with Lynn acknowledging Walker's progress and Walker expressing gratitude for Lynn's guidance.
• Walker shares the story of how he discovered the Alchemical World, revealing his resourcefulness and determination.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lynn opens a passage to the Stigma World and sees off Walker, who has made significant progress in understanding rules.
• Lynn returns to Gregor's laboratory, where Gregor is recording changes in the great web of rules to create a "simplified web of rules."
• Lynn decides to go to the Netherworld again and sends Gregor back to the main world first.
• Lynn receives a message from Old Kori about another medium-sized world and decides to investigate.

Character Developments

• Walker: Shows progress in understanding rules after a year in the Stigma World, avoiding decades of detours.
• Gregor: Continues his research on the great web of rules, aiming to create a "simplified web of rules" for easier comprehension.
• Lynn: Prepares for another trip to the Netherworld, showing his restless nature and eagerness to grow stronger.

Significant Themes

• Growth and Learning: Characters like Walker and Gregor show progress in their understanding and pursuit of knowledge.
• Ambition: Lynn's desire to grow stronger and explore new worlds drives his actions.
• Patience vs. Restlessness: Gregor's patience in recording changes in the rules contrasts with Lynn's restlessness.

Character Interactions

• Lynn and Walker: Lynn helps Walker advance by opening a passage to the Stigma World, showing a mentoring relationship.
• Lynn and Gregor: Lynn respects Gregor's wisdom and follows his advice, while Gregor understands and supports Lynn's unique path.
• Lynn and Horne: Lynn is cautious and reserved when interacting with Horne, due to Horne's slick demeanor and potential hidden motives.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lynn meets Horne, a Stigma-level Wizard, who offers him coordinates to a potential new world.
• Lynn verifies the coordinates and decides to investigate.
• Horne secretly reports to an unknown superior about Lynn's departure.

Character Developments

• Lynn: Shows caution and thoroughness in verifying information, indicating his growth and experience.
• Horne: Reveals himself as a spy, demonstrating his deceptive nature.

Significant Themes

• Deception and Trust: Horne's betrayal highlights the theme of trust and deception in Lynn's world.
• Power and Information: The value of information and the power it brings is emphasized through Lynn's verification process.

Character Interactions

• Lynn and Horne: Their interaction is tense yet polite, with Lynn using his mental power to scrutinize Horne.
• Horne and his superior: Horne secretly reports to his superior, showing their hierarchical relationship and Horne's loyalty (or fear).

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wutian and Marfa set up a trap using a medium-sized world as bait to lure Lynn.
• Lynn arrives at the coordinates and prepares to enter the new world but is trapped by an enormous wizard formation.
• Marfa and a group of powerful Stigma-level opponents, including Abyss demons, surround Lynn.

Character Developments

• Wutian: Shows strategic planning and manipulation, orchestrating the trap for Lynn.
• Marfa: Demonstrates confidence and arrogance, believing she has Lynn cornered.
• Lynn: Shows caution and analytical skills, assessing the world barrier before attempting to enter.

Significant Themes

• Manipulation and deception: Wutian and Marfa manipulate Lynn into their trap, highlighting the theme of deception and hidden agendas.
• Power dynamics: The gathering of powerful Stigma-level opponents emphasizes the theme of power and its role in the Wizarding World.

Character Interactions

• Wutian and Marfa: They work together to set the trap, showing a level of trust and coordination.
• Marfa and Lynn: Their interaction is tense and antagonistic, with Marfa taunting Lynn and Lynn remaining silent and vigilant.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lynn is surrounded by the Eggs of Chaos and high-ranking demons, led by Wutian.
• Lynn assesses the situation, finding that the enemy has 23 Stigma-level combatants, while his side is only two short, but many are restricted or bound to Stigma World.
• Lynn attempts to stall and analyze the complex wizard array imprisoning him.

Character Developments

• Lynn demonstrates strategic thinking, analyzing the situation and trying to buy time.
• Marfa reveals her past actions against Lynn and her alliance with the Eggs of Chaos.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and alliances.
• The consequences of past actions.
• The struggle against overwhelming odds.

Character Interactions

• Lynn and Marfa engage in a tense conversation, with Lynn trying to reason with Marfa and expose her alliance with the Eggs of Chaos.
• Lynn's subordinates are mentioned but not directly involved in the conversation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lynn and Marfa's conversation reveals Marfa's twisted desire to keep Lynn as a resentful spirit.
• Lynn asks Marfa how she convinced the Eggs of Chaos to hunt him, leading to the revelation that the Eggs of Chaos are after Lynn for taking the Source Realm.
• Lynn identifies the structure and formation cores of Wutian's Chaos Seven Severance Formation.
• Wutian offers Lynn a place in the Eggs of Chaos, but Lynn refuses.

Character Developments

• Marfa: Reveals her obsession with keeping Lynn by her side, hinting at a possible mental instability.
• Wutian: Shows admiration for Lynn's talent and attempts to recruit him, displaying a strategic and patient nature.
• Lynn: Demonstrates quick thinking, analytical skills, and a strong will, refusing to submit to Wutian despite the danger.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and manipulation: Wutian attempts to recruit Lynn to gain an advantage in his plans, while Marfa tries to control Lynn out of obsession.
• Talent and ability: Lynn's quick analysis of the wizard formation impresses Wutian, highlighting the value placed on exceptional skills.
• Refusal to submit: Lynn's refusal to join the Eggs of Chaos despite the risks emphasizes his independence and strong will.

Character Interactions

• Lynn and Marfa: Their conversation reveals Marfa's true intentions and her twisted view of their relationship.
• Lynn and Wutian: Their interaction showcases Wutian's admiration for Lynn's talent and his attempt to recruit him, while Lynn maintains his composure and refuses Wutian's offer.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The demon encirclement formation accelerates, with Lynn analyzing and preparing to counter it.
• Wutian questions Lynn about the Source Realm's disappearance, suspecting Lynn's involvement.
• Lynn uses his undead creatures to defend against demonic attacks while he manipulates the wizard formation's spatial cracks.
• Lynn successfully breaks the Chaos Seven Severance Formation by targeting an eighth, crucial node that Wutian had kept secret.

Character Developments

• Lynn demonstrates his strategic prowess and control over space, revealing his immense power and intelligence.
• Wutian's confidence is shaken as Lynn effortlessly breaks his signature formation, highlighting Lynn's genius and Wutian's underestimation of him.

Significant Themes

• The dangers of underestimating one's opponent (Wutian's arrogance leading to his plan's failure).
• The power of strategic thinking and preparation (Lynn's careful analysis and planning leading to his victory).

Character Interactions

• Lynn remains composed and focused, communicating little with his adversaries, while Wutian and Marfa attempt to pressure and outwit him.
• Lynn's undead creatures coordinate to defend him, showcasing his control and resourcefulness.
• Wutian's shock and dismay upon seeing his formation broken reveal his pride and vulnerability.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lynn successfully breaks the Eggs of Chaos's powerful witch formation, increasing their chances of victory.
• The Eggs of Chaos, despite their shock, decide to end the battle quickly, as they outnumber Lynn's Stigmas (23 vs. 6).
• Lynn's Stigma World allies join the battle: Chaos Dragon, Godspawn, Void Bat Demon, Netherworld Wolf, and Demon Eye.
• The first clash occurs between the Chaos Dragon, Godspawn, and three Flame Demons.

Character Developments

• Lynn demonstrates his strategic prowess by quickly identifying and breaking the witch formation's nodes.
• Wutian, the Eggs of Chaos' leader, shows confidence in their numerical advantage and orders a swift attack.
• The Chaos Dragon reveals its ability to manipulate space-time, hinting at its potential to hold back multiple powerful demons.

Significant Themes

• Strategic prowess and adaptability (Lynn breaking the formation, Chaos Dragon's space-time manipulation).
• Numerical advantage and its role in battle (Eggs of Chaos' confidence, Lynn's allies joining the fight).
• Teamwork and coordination (Lynn's allies fighting together, Eggs of Chaos' demons attacking in unison).

Character Interactions

• Lynn and the Eggs of Chaos: Lynn breaks their formation, causing them to underestimate him initially but later leading to their aggressive pursuit of victory.
• Lynn and his allies: They join the battle together, demonstrating their ability to fight as a team against the Eggs of Chaos' demons.
• Chaos Dragon and the Godspawn: They work together to hold off the Flame Demons, showcasing their coordination and complementary abilities.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Chaos Dragon guides a "spacetime turbulence" to form a barrier, which damages the first Demon Lord that encounters it.
• The second Demon Lord phases through the turbulence, while the third one veers off. The Godspawn uses this opportunity to attack the second Demon Lord with Lynn's divine artifact "Free Will," but the Demon Lord's body solidifies, stopping the blade.
• The Demon Lords adjust their positions, maintaining their encirclement but avoiding the turbulence. They resort to long-range attacks to wear down the barrier.
• Meanwhile, two Flame Demons surround and attack the Void Bat Demon, while the Netherworld Wolf and Demon Eye defend Lynn against multiple enemies. Marfa and her Wraiths also target Lynn.

Character Developments

• The Demon Lords show caution and adaptability in the face of the unknown barrier.
• The Godspawn demonstrates its ability to act as an assassin, striking quickly and retreating into the turbulence's shadows.
• Lynn's divine artifact, "Free Will," is shown to be powerful but insufficient against a Demon Lord.
• The Void Bat Demon struggles against the Flame Demons, revealing its vulnerability despite its speed advantage.
• Lynn's defenders, the Netherworld Wolf and Demon Eye, work together to protect him, showcasing their teamwork and effectiveness.

Significant Themes

• Adaptability and caution in the face of the unknown.
• The power of teamwork and coordination in battle.
• The struggle against overwhelming odds and powerful enemies.

Character Interactions

• The Chaos Dragon and the Godspawn work together to protect each other and wear down the Demon Lords.
• The Demon Lords cooperate to surround and attack the Chaos Dragon, showing unity despite their individualistic nature.
• The Flame Demons work together to surround and attack the Void Bat Demon, demonstrating their ability to coordinate.
• Lynn's defenders, the Netherworld Wolf and Demon Eye, protect him against multiple enemies, highlighting their loyalty and teamwork.
• Marfa and her Wraiths target Lynn, showing their determination to eliminate him, while also demonstrating their caution in the face of his power.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Marfa attempts to capture Lynn using Wraiths and chains, but Lynn's Stigmata Domain (Myriad Phenomena) breaks free and begins expanding.
• Lynn's domain skirts around other Wizards' domains without collision.
• Wutian's domain collides with Lynn's, leading to a brief deadlock.
• Myriad Phenomena and Aldric attack Wutian, temporarily disrupting his domain and revealing a high-stage Stigma artifact protecting him.
• Lynn attempts to drag enemies into his Stigma World, successfully pulling in two Eggs of Chaos members.
• Wutian activates a robe function, recalling Eggs of Chaos members and protecting them with a barrier, preventing further captures.

Character Developments

• Lynn demonstrates significant growth in his Stigmata Domain's power and control, hinting at a stage beyond initial Stigma.
• Wutian reveals his Despair rule and supplementary rules, showcasing his strength and cunning in battle and strategy.
• Marfa's role is minimal, serving primarily as an initial threat and catalyst for Lynn's actions.

Significant Themes

• The power and versatility of Lynn's Myriad Phenomena Domain.
• The importance of understanding and adapting to one's opponents' rules and abilities.
• The strategic value of possessing powerful artifacts and the ability to protect and recall subordinates.

Character Interactions

• Lynn vs. Marfa: Lynn easily breaks free from Marfa's chains and expands his domain.
• Lynn vs. Wutian: The two domains collide, leading to a brief stalemate before Lynn and his allies launch a combined attack on Wutian.
• Lynn vs. Eggs of Chaos members: Lynn successfully captures two members, but Wutian recalls and protects the others.
• Wutian's strategic command and protection of his subordinates showcase his leadership and resourcefulness.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lynn's Stigmata Domain (Myriad Phenomena) absorbs and traps demons, Wraiths, and even Demon Lords.
• The battlefield falls silent as everyone watches Lynn's domain.
• Inside Stigma World, the captured enemies are suppressed and contained by Myriad Phenomena, Aldric, and alchemy masters.
• On the main battlefield, Lynn taunts Marfa, who demands the release of her Wraiths.
• Wutian absorbs Marfa into his domain, causing her to suffer from intense negative emotions.

Character Developments

• Lynn demonstrates the power of his Stigmata Domain, showing he can control and contain high-level Stigma existences.
• Marfa's concern for her Wraiths reveals her attachment to her creations and the potential impact on her strength if they're lost.
• Wutian shows his disregard for Marfa's advice and his willingness to harm his own allies, indicating his ruthlessness.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics: Lynn's domain turns the tide of battle, demonstrating the power of his Stigma and the importance of strategic thinking.
• Ruthlessness: Both Lynn and Wutian show no hesitation in using their power to control or harm others, highlighting the brutal nature of their world.
• Attachments: Marfa's concern for her Wraiths reveals her emotional attachment, which could be exploited by her enemies.

Character Interactions

• Lynn and Marfa: Lynn taunts Marfa, provoking her and showing his confidence in his power. Marfa, in turn, demands the release of her Wraiths, revealing her vulnerability.
• Lynn and Wutian: Lynn's actions force Wutian to make a decision, leading to a show of power and disregard for Marfa.
• Marfa and Wutian: Marfa's attempt to advise Wutian backfires, leading to her being absorbed into his domain, highlighting the power imbalance between them.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Marfa descends into madness under Wutian's dark gray domain.
• Lynn and Wutian engage in a battle of words before the fight begins.
• Wutian's Despair Domain clashes with Lynn's Myriad Phenomena Domain.
• Both sides launch long-range attacks, with Wutian ultimately entering Lynn's domain.

Character Developments

• Marfa's admiration and affection for Wutian are revealed.
• Lynn's underlings suffer varying degrees of damage but remain loyal.
• Wutian demonstrates his confidence and strength, using both Wizardry and melee combat.

Significant Themes

• The clash of domains and laws represents the conflict between good and evil.
• The power of negative emotions and their influence on mental states.
• The dual nature of villains, who can be both cunning and powerful.

Character Interactions

• Lynn and Wutian's tense exchange sets the stage for their battle.
• Marfa's gaze reveals her feelings for Wutian, causing him discomfort.
• Lynn's underlings show loyalty despite their injuries, highlighting their bond with Lynn.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lynn faces Wutian in close combat, as Wutian has abandoned wizardry.
• Lynn initially uses a Space Blade, but it's no match for Wutian's peak-Stigma spear.
• Lynn then creates a Star Blade using starlight, which holds up better against Wutian's attacks.
• Lynn struggles to keep up with Wutian's relentless assault, and his allies intervene to help.

Character Developments

• Lynn demonstrates his adaptability and resourcefulness by creating the Star Blade.
• Wutian showcases his formidable close-combat skills and experience.
• The Chaos Dragon and other allies show concern for Lynn's safety and join the fight.

Significant Themes

• The power of adaptability and resourcefulness in the face of unexpected challenges.
• The importance of experience and skill in close combat.
• The struggle between allies working together versus facing individual challenges.

Character Interactions

• Lynn vs. Wutian: Lynn struggles to keep up with Wutian's relentless assault, showing the gap in their close-combat experience.
• Lynn and his allies: They initially watch Lynn's struggle, but eventually intervene to help him against Wutian.
• Wutian and his underlings: Wutian's underlings become enraged when Lynn's allies intervene, leading to a more intense battle.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lynn and Wutian engage in a fierce battle in the void.
• Wutian's formidable close-combat skills and vengeful spirits on his spear pose significant challenges for Lynn.
• Lynn uses spatial teleportation and Analysis to adapt to Wutian's attacks and slow down his injuries.
• Wutian increases the intensity and unpredictability of his attacks, but Lynn continues to adapt and block them.
• Wutian unleashes a powerful, impossible-to-dodge attack, piercing Lynn's chest.

Character Developments

• Lynn demonstrates exceptional adaptability, resilience, and analytical skills, improving his close-combat abilities against Wutian.
• Wutian shows concern about Lynn's rapid adaptation and increases his attack intensity to suppress Lynn.

Significant Themes

• Adaptation and resilience in the face of overwhelming odds.
• The importance of analytical skills in combat and decision-making.
• The consequences of underestimating an opponent.

Character Interactions

• Lynn and Wutian engage in a tense, high-stakes battle, with Lynn gradually adapting to Wutian's attacks and Wutian becoming increasingly concerned about Lynn's progress.
• Lynn's internal dialogue reveals his determination and refusal to accept defeat, while Wutian's comments indicate his growing unease with Lynn's abilities.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lynn is severely wounded by Wutian's attack, with the rule of despair eroding his body.
• Wutian offers Lynn the position of deputy leader if he surrenders, but Lynn reveals he has been stalling for time.
• Myriad Phenomena and Aldric emerge from Lynn's domain, attacking Wutian.
• Wutian's robe is torn, weakening his power, and he decides to retreat.
• Lynn's allies, the Dragon Gods, and Myriad Phenomena's domain block Wutian and his followers' escape.
• Wutian uses a shuttle-shaped artifact to force a path through the blockade.

Character Developments

• Lynn's resilience and strategic thinking are shown as he buys time for his allies to gain the upper hand.
• Wutian's overconfidence is exploited, leading to his retreat when faced with multiple powerful enemies.
• Marfa's loyalties shift as she tries to follow Wutian but is blocked by Lynn's allies.

Significant Themes

• Strategic planning and patience (Lynn buying time, Wutian's delayed retreat).
• Power dynamics and vulnerability (Wutian's reliance on his robe, Lynn's resilience despite injury).
• Loyalty and betrayal (Marfa's shifting allegiance, Wutian's disregard for his followers).

Character Interactions

• Lynn and Wutian: Their power struggle reaches a turning point as Lynn's allies gain the upper hand.
• Lynn and Marfa: Marfa's attempt to follow Wutian is thwarted by Lynn's allies, showing her loyalty to Wutian.
• Wutian and his followers: Wutian orders a retreat, prioritizing his own safety over his followers'.