Synopsis

The chapter reveals Baek Hyehyang's intention to bypass the competition and steal the secret storage, using a spy with explosives to create chaos. The main character discovers the spy's gunpowder and is tasked with stopping him. It is discovered that the absence of the alliance leader is part of Baek Hyehyang’s plan, and the main character is now trusted by the leaders to help contain the situation and arrest the spies. This chapter implies a much bigger plan involving the alliance leader’s absence, making the stakes much higher.