Synopsis

The chapter focuses on Larsen's role as a variable assigned by his father, revealing his potential to be handed to other siblings if he's not effectively used. He accepts an invitation from the Sades family, viewing it as an opportunity to challenge the family dynamic and establish his own power outside his family's influence. Larsen states that he intentionally befriended Cassin and intends to bring outsiders into the family’s succession war with the belief that he will eventually be able to surpass his family's power. There is also discussion of Larsen’s changing perception by others, with one character claiming he hasn't changed.