JLPT N2 Grammar - あげく (How to say "In the end"/"After all~" in Japanese)

The video tutorial begins with a personal story about waiting in line for ramen, only to find it sold out, illustrating a sense of disappointment. The lesson then introduces a Japanese phrase that conveys the idea of effort leading to a disappointing result. Through examples, including a story about a lost ring, the video explains the phrase's meaning and structure. The tutorial concludes with a discussion on the phrase's usage and its emphasis on degree.

What did the narrator lose during the time they were searching for ramen?

What does the narrator imply about the outcome of their search for the ring?

What does the narrator suggest about the use of certain words in relation to degree?