Synopsis

The chapter opens with the protagonist encountering a seemingly forgotten past self, then rapidly transitions to reveal they are burdened with numerous ancient curses. A professor explains the severity of the situation and plans to materialize the curses within the protagonist's mind realm, tasking them with finding and 'slicing' the source. Meanwhile, family members observe the newborn baby brother, unaware of the protagonist's internal struggle, highlighting the dichotomy between the ordinary and the perilous.