Synopsis

The chapter opens with the Valentino family officially joining the Dmitri Alliance, impressed by Roman's skills as the forger of 'Blaze.' Meanwhile, a wealthy and influential figure, the Greedy Collector, seeks out Roman, reveals he is aware of Dmitri's blacksmithing prowess, especially his creation of 'Blaze', and further shows admiration for the sword, 'Darkness'. The Greedy Collector offers to support the Dmitri Family in exchange for the right to buy Dmitri's swords and be first to order the next. This partnership signals the end of the Valentino family's neutrality.