Synopsis

The chapter opens with Roberian summoning Guillard, Theonis, and a powerful dark mage named Balzac Ludbeth to Aroth, following the discovery that the eldest Lionhart son has made a contract with an Incubus. A heated argument ensues, with the younger brother confronting the older for engaging in dark magic and the potential consequences for the family. The eldest son expresses his resentment towards his younger brother’s perceived favoritism and reveals his intention to abandon his family to seek recognition as a dark mage in Helmud. The younger brother responds with harsh criticisms of his elder's actions, and threatens to enforce punishment for shaming the family and insulting those who trusted him.