The Shaking Sickness and Family Legacy Olin, the only lantern maker in the valley, struggles with her shaking sickness while trying to pass on her craft. Her family worries about her health as she insists on discovering a secret recipe for blue oil that holds mysterious significance. Despite resistance, Olin agrees to start teaching Porter next year.
A Gambler's Desperation Kayn bets his house at pig races after losing everything else but remains hopeful for a change of fortune. His reckless behavior contrasts sharply with Olin’s dedication to tradition and responsibility. The community gathers around their annual festival despite personal challenges.
Discovering Blue Fire's Secret Power Porter joins his grandmother in experimenting with combinations of ingredients leading to an unusual blue fire—a key element tied deeply into ancient secrets of the valley fortress' past protection against disasters through time manipulation.
'Second Chances' Amidst New Year Festivities As villagers celebrate New Year's Eve by releasing paper lanterns symbolizing hope and renewal; Kayn reflects upon missed opportunities seeking redemption whereas Olisin contemplates restarting another cycle using powerful knowledge hidden within Fortress lore yet hesitates due familial bonds & ethical dilemmas involved therein .
'Restarted Years': Consequences Unveiled. .Through repeated loops enabled via magical means ,Olestein secretly resets entire years preserving herself from worsening illness however unintended consequences arise affecting relationships dynamics across generations including strained trust between mother-son duo alongside moral quandaries surrounding misuse thereof power bestowed unto them alone amongst all others residing nearby vicinity alike..