Chapter 97, "Riding Toward The Empire III", is the clearest early answer because the buildup finally cashes out in a real clash. A useful checkpoint is the way the scene starts with Lord Leah had barely settled into her seat, brushing splinters off... and follows through with Lord Terrace followed closely, his own aura adding to the weight of....

Chapter 96, "Riding Toward The Empire II", is the clearest early answer because the buildup finally cashes out in a real clash. A useful checkpoint is the way the scene starts with The carriage had been traveling for hours, covering an impressive... and follows through with You didn't doubt me, did you?" "Not for a second," he replied..
Chapter 97, "Riding Toward The Empire III", is the clearest early answer because the buildup finally cashes out in a real clash. The chapter turns that into something concrete by moving from Lord Leah had barely settled into her seat, brushing splinters off... to Not worth the effort." Lord Terrace shrugged.. What makes it stick is that the danger stops being abstract and the conflict around the central conflict becomes immediate, forcing the surrounding cast to react under pressure.
Chapter 492, "Battle On The Sea III", is the clearest early answer because the buildup finally cashes out in a real clash. A useful checkpoint is the way the scene starts with CAPTAIN!!" Some of the crew members screamed as loud as their voices... and follows through with You're not disappointed?" "No," Damien replied honestly..
Chapter 385, "Empire.", is the clearest early answer because it turns Robin's situation into a concrete plot event. A useful checkpoint is the way the scene starts with It was quiet for a few seconds and everyone looked intently at Robin,...
Chapter 492, "Battle On The Sea III", is the clearest early answer because the buildup finally cashes out in a real clash. A useful checkpoint is the way the scene starts with CAPTAIN!!" Some of the crew members screamed as loud as their voices... and follows through with You're not disappointed?" "No," Damien replied honestly..
Chapter 292, "Off To Velthorne III", is the clearest early answer because it turns Damien's situation into a concrete plot event. A useful checkpoint is the way the scene starts with Damien rode the night like a phantom, high above the world atop... and follows through with Not until it was too late..
Chapter 261, "Departure III", is the clearest early answer because it pushes Queen Lareen into a new phase or setting. A useful checkpoint is the way the scene starts with Damien sat across from Queen Lareen, his posture relaxed but his mind... and follows through with As they approached the merchant district, Damien could already see....
Chapter 284, "Defending Westmont III", is the clearest early answer because it turns Damien's situation into a concrete plot event. A useful checkpoint is the way the scene starts with Arielle soared high above the battlefield, the wind whipping against... and follows through with Well… have at it." Damien commanded his wyvern..
Chapter 155, "Battle In Westmont III", is the clearest early answer because the buildup finally cashes out in a real clash. A useful checkpoint is the way the scene starts with In that brief moment of vulnerability for Damien, Fenrir and Cerbe... and follows through with I was wondering when you'd show up," Damien muttered with a weak grin..
Chapter 148, "Your Last Meal III", is the clearest early answer because it turns Damien's situation into a concrete plot event. A useful checkpoint is the way the scene starts with Damien was slammed into one part of the wall unannounced. and follows through with Yeah, you've had your last meal," he muttered, a crazed grin forming....