Synopsis

The chapter opens with the protagonist detailing his manipulative plan to exploit the current chaos in the city for personal gain, including using his subordinates as pawns. Later, a tense standoff occurs with another group, highlighting a dangerous corrosive fog and demands for surrender. The situation escalates with the appearance of an Abyss Lizardman, further stressing the city's vulnerability and hinting at a connection to the Demon Realm, prompting the protagonist's party to reconsider their initial plans.