Chapter 215, "Testing Damien", is the clearest early answer because it turns Damien's situation into a concrete plot event. The chapter turns that into something concrete by moving from The group walked through the open terrain, the darkened sky shinning... to So, what are your ranks?" she asked casually.. What makes it stick is that the chapter closes with And that worried her more than any mana beast ever could.

Chapter 569, "a major turning point", is the clearest early answer because it turns Damien's situation into a concrete plot event. The chapter turns that into something concrete by moving from The entire crowd remained entranced, their eyes fixated on the...
Chapter 512, "Damien's Blood Manipulation (1).", is the clearest early answer because it turns Damien's situation into a concrete plot event. The chapter turns that into something concrete by moving from As the smoke finally cleared, Aria was surprised to see Damien...
Chapter 264, "Elder Alfred.", is the clearest early answer because it turns Damien's situation into a concrete plot event. The chapter turns that into something concrete by moving from A blinding flash of light suddenly appeared before Terran, just as...
Chapter 561, "Blades DNA vs Sorin's DNA (1+).", is the clearest early answer because it turns Damien's situation into a concrete plot event. The chapter turns that into something concrete by moving from The resounding impact of Cassandra’s punches landing on Carmilla was...
Chapter 564, "The End Of A Bout.", is the clearest early answer because it turns Damien's situation into a concrete plot event. The chapter turns that into something concrete by moving from The Grand Arena erupted in cheers as Cassandra closed the distance to...
Chapter 513, "Damien's Blood Manipulation (2).", is the clearest early answer because it turns Damien's situation into a concrete plot event. The chapter turns that into something concrete by moving from Ethan couldn’t fathom how Damien had managed to bring Seraphina under...
Chapter 553, "Second Round.", is the clearest early answer because it turns Damien's situation into a concrete plot event. The chapter turns that into something concrete by moving from “Now, that’s not something you see every day!” Damien remarked,...
Chapter 878, "Way Out.", is the clearest early answer because it turns Damien's situation into a concrete plot event. The chapter turns that into something concrete by moving from The moment Damien heard the roar, his body tensed, as a flash of fear...
Chapter 316, "Breakfast With Lord Ellian II", is the clearest early answer because it turns Damien's situation into a concrete plot event. The chapter turns that into something concrete by moving from The smell of fresh bread and roasted meats filled the air, seeping... to Soon." The words fell like stones into the quiet..
Chapter 397, "A Gift From Greshan", is the clearest early answer because it turns Damien's situation into a concrete plot event. The chapter turns that into something concrete by moving from The streets of Greshan were quieter now. to The best you can spare." The Commander studied him for a moment, then.... What makes it stick is that the chapter closes with I love you all. Thank you all., which gives power growth a stronger narrative position and pushes the relationship tension onward.
Chapter 440, "Wrong Targets", is the clearest early answer because it turns Damien's situation into a concrete plot event. The chapter turns that into something concrete by moving from Damien landed like a meteor among the trees, the shockwave throwing... to I just… overdid it." The words tasted bitter in his mouth..