Synopsis

The chapter opens with the protagonist battling an opponent using black mana and a 'Dimension Splitting Sword,' struggling against the enemy's divinity. Later, a betrayal is revealed with a noble aligning with the 'Drian Church' and its high priest, known for violence and dark magic, who is stronger than expected. Amidst the chaos, the protagonist's allies reveal their own hidden strength, including the use of mana and a 'second power' of darkness, escalating the confrontation and setting the stage for further conflict.