Synopsis

The chapter reveals that Zuo Fan is actively trying to prove his father's innocence by going into a monster den, despite the extreme risks. Meanwhile, characters are plotting against him, believing him to be already dead. A new character, Fu Ren, is introduced as a guide who is seemingly a 'thief,' and takes another character to the organization Dark Star, which appears to be a powerful force with their own understanding of the events at hand. The leader of Dark Star reveals they know Zuo Fan's situation and offers their help without cost.