Synopsis

The chapter follows two main storylines: the first involves the protagonist's group venturing into the elf forest to steal the sap of the Ellensia tree, a superior insulator, despite the elves' hostility towards humans. The second storyline focuses on the construction of an apartment building, with the introduction of dwarf artisans and the crucial concrete mixer truck, highlighting the practical challenges of building a sturdy structure. The protagonist also recalls a fight scene from a novel that may contain hints to improving their current insulating material.