Synopsis

The chapter begins with the West Lake Dog Trio threatening the main group over the presence of the "Lightning Swords Granddaughter". This leads to an escalating conflict as the trio reveals themselves to be part of the West Double Shark Association. The protagonist, after initially trying to avoid conflict, is drawn in, confronting the trio about their exploitative behavior and ultimately revealing his identity as a member of the Namgoong clan, a family with a history with the trio's organization. The chapter ends with the realization that the trio may be part of a larger assassination plot.