Synopsis

The chapter showcases Derin's strategic financial maneuver where his escort, Phillip, delivers a large sum of money to pay off Derin's family debt, effectively reclaiming their territory from trespassers. Derin also sends a threatening message to the previous occupants, leveraging imperial law. Meanwhile, Derin is shown reaching the Demon King's Tower, a place of personal significance, suggesting he is moving onto a new phase of his journey and ready to protect it. The chapter ends with him activating an ancient artifact he had prepared in advance.