Synopsis

The chapter shows the protagonist strategically lowering the value of mana crystals, triggering a market-wide price drop to gain a competitive advantage. He then interacts with a merchant to acquire a specific, rare martial arts skill set from the heavily guarded Thousand Sword Library, needing to pay a deposit to access it. Meanwhile, a librarian warns of the severe consequences of stealing the library's skills, setting up a high-stakes scenario for the protagonist's plan.