Synopsis

The chapter opens with a tense confrontation where the antagonist reveals intimate knowledge of the protagonist's abilities, followed by the shocking news of the Sword Lord's supposed suicide which is hinted to be a planned assassination. Multiple factions, including the "Powers of the Abyss" and the Elf Queen, are revealed to be mobilizing, building towards a large-scale conflict. The protagonist is summoned to the Tower of the Conqueror Queen, indicating a major role in the upcoming battles.