Synopsis

After being attacked, the protagonist is enraged by his perceived weakness and dependence on Hayan’s magic. He asserts his importance and confronts his opponents, which leads to a near altercation with a powerful individual who was apparently looking for someone else. The situation is diffused by the appearance of General Strategist Jin Chung, who apologizes for his subordinates' actions and proposes a game while they wait for a meal. The chapter ends with the protagonist, while reluctantly participating, being quickly dominated at the game, underscoring the general's skills.