Synopsis

The chapter opens with the protagonist reflecting on his growth and lingering insecurities despite becoming stronger, prompting him to question his mentor's motivations and the nature of his own blessing. He learns that the blessing primarily influences first impressions by making others feel compassion, and chooses to lessen its effect in order to forge genuine relationships. Simultaneously, the protagonist's friend appears, having dramatically increased his strength fueled by a failed love, now at the "Supreme Peak" martial arts level, indicating a significant leap in power for the friend and setting up future confrontations.