Synopsis

This chapter focuses on the protagonist's interactions with Elle after a three-week hiatus. Elle demonstrates her ability to create a sword that is a manifestation of her power, revealing a substantial increase in strength due to her connection with the protagonist. The protagonist also learns that Elle's power is related to her link, and that Elle seems to possess some kind of battle awareness. The chapter concludes with a comment suggesting Elle may be developing a more combative personality, surprising both the protagonist and another character.