Synopsis

The chapter begins with the protagonists attempting to understand and predict the movements of a shadow-based mage who can teleport through shadows. A flashback reveals a past argument between two researchers, Alfeas and Sharof, regarding the nature of light, highlighting Alfeas's arrogance. The chapter then returns to the present where Alfeas faces a powerful foe, demonstrating his philosophy of "magic that can dodge" vs "magic that cannot be dodged" and his confident approach to combat.