Synopsis

The chapter opens with a debate about the protagonist's recent physical training and perceived change, with some suspecting he's plotting his own demise, mirroring past behavior. Others, including a younger sibling, express hope and happiness for the change, leading to conflict. Later, it's revealed the protagonist is indeed training rigorously and making physical progress, though his memories are still absent. The chapter ends with a shocking declaration from a mysterious figure who proclaims the protagonist dead, escalating the tension and raising questions about his true state.