Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• A crowd gathers at the Origin Mall before opening hours, excited for a new product.
• Luo Chuan, the mall's boss, allows them in but reminds them they can't buy yet.
• The new product, Sprite, is revealed: a blue bottled beverage that restores depleted mental energy for 10 Spirit Crystals.
• Customers discuss and compare Sprite's effects with the existing product, Cola, which heals injuries.

Character Developments

• Luo Chuan demonstrates understanding and accommodation towards enthusiastic customers.
• Gu Yunxi shows experience with the mall's rules and procedures.
• Bu Lige displays familiarity with the mall's layout and products.
• Jiang Shengjun encourages exploration and discovery among the customers.
• Bu Shiyi shares knowledge about the differences between mental energy depletion and physical injuries.

Significant Themes

• Customer enthusiasm and loyalty.
• The value and rarity of products that affect mental energy.
• Comparison and evaluation of product effects.

Character Interactions

• Luo Chuan interacts with customers, setting rules and allowing them to explore the new product.
• Gu Yunxi, Bu Lige, Jiang Shengjun, and Bu Shiyi engage in discussion and speculation about Sprite's effects, demonstrating camaraderie and shared curiosity.
• Customers collectively express their appreciation for the mall's products and value.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Luo Chuan and Yao Ziyan prepare breakfast together, making Tofu Pudding.
• The regular customers of the Origin Mall watch enviously as Luo Chuan and Yao Ziyan enjoy their breakfast without sharing.

Character Developments

• Luo Chuan: Remains indifferent and unfazed by the envious gazes of the customers. He enjoys his savory Tofu Pudding, appreciating its familiar taste.
• Yao Ziyan: Shows her culinary skills by making Tofu Pudding. She has her own preferences (sweet) but respects Luo Chuan's (savory).

Significant Themes

• Envy and Resentment: The customers feel envious and resentful towards Luo Chuan's comfortable life and delicious breakfast.
• Appreciation of Food: Both Luo Chuan and Yao Ziyan appreciate the taste of Tofu Pudding, with each having their preferred flavor.

Character Interactions

• Luo Chuan and Yao Ziyan: They work together to prepare breakfast, showing a comfortable and familiar relationship. They also have a friendly culinary disagreement about the best way to enjoy Tofu Pudding.
• Customers and Luo Chuan: The customers interact with Luo Chuan with envy and resentment, while he remains indifferent to their feelings.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Yao Ziyan and Luo Chuan have breakfast with Xuan Que, signaling the start of a new day and the shop's reopening.
• Bu Lige and others buy Sprite, a new drink from the shop, and are surprised by its unique taste and refreshing effects.
• Bu Lige suggests that Sprite could potentially replace sleep, causing a moment of stunned silence among the group.

Character Developments

• Yao Ziyan shows kindness and patience towards Xuan Que, suggesting a growing bond between them.
• Bu Lige demonstrates her unique perspective and creativity, though it sometimes leads to unexpected reactions from others.

Significant Themes

• The power of simplicity: The tofu pudding's simplicity highlights its essence, mirroring the shop's straightforward approach to business.
• The impact of new ideas: Bu Lige's suggestion about Sprite challenges conventional norms, sparking surprise and contemplation among her peers.

Character Interactions

• Yao Ziyan and Xuan Que: Yao Ziyan's warm interaction with Xuan Que shows a growing connection between them.
• Bu Lige and the group: Bu Lige's unique perspective leads to a mix of reactions from her friends, ranging from surprise to disbelief.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Luo Chuan's Origin Mall introduces Sprite, a drink that restores mental energy.
• Customers, including powerhouses like Ji Wuhui and Ying Wuji, try Sprite and express their enthusiasm.
• Ying Wuji humorously points out that Sprite causes excessive gas.

Character Developments

• Luo Chuan: Shows his business acumen by introducing a product that caters to customers' needs.
• Ying Wuji: Demonstrates his dry humor and honesty.
• Murong Haitang: Shows a subtle affection towards Ying Wuji.

Significant Themes

• The importance of catering to customers' needs in business.
• The impact of new products on society (in this case, the effect of Sprite on mental energy).
• The theme of humor and its role in social interactions.

Character Interactions

• Luo Chuan interacts with his customers, showing genuine interest in their feedback.
• Ying Wuji and Murong Haitang share a moment of connection, hinting at a potential romantic interest.
• The customers at the Origin Mall engage in lively discussion about the Sprite, showing camaraderie and shared enthusiasm.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Fan Chengtian mentions that people from Medicine Valley are arriving soon.
• Medicine Valley disciples are instructed not to act surprised upon entering Origin Mall.
• The Medicine Valley group arrives at Origin Mall, led by seven elders and accompanied by disciples.
• Luo Chuan, the Boss of Origin Mall, is surprised to see the large Medicine Valley entourage.

Character Developments

• Luo Chuan: Luo Chuan is revealed to be the young Boss of Origin Mall, with no discernible cultivation.
• Fan Chengtian: Fan Chengtian, an elder from Medicine Valley, is surprised by Luo Chuan's youth and lack of cultivation.
• Medicine Valley Elders and Disciples: The Medicine Valley group is excited about the prospect of buying Vitality-replenishing Jade Dew at Origin Mall.

Significant Themes

• First Impressions: The Medicine Valley group's first impression of Luo Chuan is one of surprise due to his youth and lack of cultivation.
• Power Dynamics: The Medicine Valley group's powerful auras and large numbers contrast with Luo Chuan's seemingly ordinary demeanor, highlighting the power dynamics between them.

Character Interactions

• Luo Chuan and Medicine Valley Group: Luo Chuan is surprised to see the Medicine Valley group, while the Medicine Valley group is surprised by Luo Chuan's youth and lack of cultivation.
• Medicine Valley Elders and Disciples: The Medicine Valley group interacts with each other, expressing their excitement and curiosity about Origin Mall and its goods.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Alchemists on the Tianlan Continent are rare and hold high status, taking decades to complete their training.
• Medicine Valley disciples visit the Origin Mall, led by Sect Master Yao Huichen.
• Yao Ziyan, the shop assistant, greets them and mentions new merchandise and rules.
• Luo Chuan observes the mall's popularity and considers leading its cultural trends.

Character Developments

• Luo Chuan: Contemplates using the Origin Mall's influence to lead cultural trends on the Tianlan Continent.
• Yao Ziyan: Shows familiarity with the Medicine Valley group and knowledge of the mall's recent changes.
• Yao Huichen: Demonstrates respect and humility towards Luo Chuan, acknowledging the mall's importance.

Significant Themes

• The Origin Mall's growing influence and popularity.
• The potential for Luo Chuan to shape the cultural landscape of the Tianlan Continent.

Character Interactions

• Yao Huichen and Luo Chuan: Yao Huichen shows deference to Luo Chuan, recognizing his status as the mall's boss.
• Yao Ziyan and Yao Huichen: Yao Ziyan greets Yao Huichen, revealing her knowledge of the mall's recent changes and new merchandise.
• Yao Ziyan and Wei Yi: Yao Ziyan confirms the mall's recent expansion to Wei Yi.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Yao Ziyan guides Medicine Valley disciples through the Origin Mall, highlighting new items like the Magic Phone, Sprite, Instant Noodles, and Cola.
• She advises them to buy the Magic Phone first and check out the weapon sales area for Spirit Artifacts.
• The group registers for the virtual world game and learns about the mall's rules.
• Yao Huichen and Yao Ziyan discuss the expected influx of top forces from the Tianlan Continent.

Character Developments

• Yao Ziyan demonstrates her knowledge of the mall's products and rules, showing growth in her role as a guide.
• The Medicine Valley disciples show excitement and curiosity, revealing their eagerness to explore and experience new things.

Significant Themes

• Discovery and Exploration: The disciples' enthusiasm highlights the theme of discovery and the allure of new experiences.
• Power Dynamics: The Third Elder's authority over the Medicine Valley disciples underscores the theme of power dynamics within the group.

Character Interactions

• Yao Ziyan interacts with the Medicine Valley disciples, guiding and advising them on the mall's offerings.
• Yao Huichen and Yao Ziyan discuss the expected influx of top forces, showing a level of camaraderie and shared understanding.
• The Medicine Valley disciples interact with each other, expressing their excitement and curiosity about the mall's products.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Origin Mall's World Tree is revealed to be of Saint-level strength, causing the visiting alchemists to react in awe and fear.
• The alchemists initially covet the World Tree but quickly change their attitude upon remembering its power.
• The disciples of Medicine Valley are confused by their elders' behavior towards the World Tree.
• Wei Yi confirms that the World Tree in the mall is the same as the one in the Ancient Ruins.
• Yao Huichen notices the Abyss sphere and expresses his dislike for it, with other elders sharing his sentiment.

Character Developments

• The alchemists display their obsession with supreme spiritual medicine but show respect and fear towards the World Tree once they realize its true power.
• Yao Huichen demonstrates his keen senses and instinctual reaction to the Abyss sphere.

Significant Themes

• The power and allure of the World Tree as a supreme spiritual medicine.
• The fear and respect towards entities of Saint-level strength.
• The inherent repulsion towards the Abyss and its destructive nature.

Character Interactions

• The alchemists interact with the World Tree, initially coveting it but later showing respect and fear.
• Yao Huichen interacts with the Abyss sphere, expressing his dislike and being supported by other elders.
• Wei Yi interacts with the Medicine Valley disciples, providing information about the World Tree and sharing his experiences from Jiuyao City.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Yao Huichen and six Medicine Valley elders visit the Origin Mall.
• They witness Luo Chuan, the mall's boss, controlling the Abyss, a feared ancient entity, in the form of a small, spherical ball.
• The elders begin shopping, finding that popular items like Jade Dew and Mineral Water are sold out, and they purchase Magic Phones instead.
• They download the Origin Forum app and discuss their choice of nicknames, ultimately deciding on a unified format.

Character Developments

• Yao Huichen: Shows leadership and decision-making skills, choosing a practical nickname format for the Medicine Valley group.
• Medicine Valley Elders: Display a mix of curiosity, caution, and enthusiasm towards the Origin Mall and its offerings. They show deference to Yao Huichen's decisions.

Significant Themes

• Power and Control: The Boss's ability to control the Abyss showcases his immense power and raises questions about his true identity and intentions.
• Scarcity and Demand: Popular items' limited availability creates a sense of urgency and competition among shoppers.
• Unity and Individuality: The elders' debate over nicknames highlights the tension between individual expression and group unity.

Character Interactions

• Yao Huichen and the Medicine Valley Elders: They interact respectfully, with Yao Huichen making decisions and the elders following his lead. There's a clear hierarchy and mutual respect among them.
• Yao Huichen and the Boss: Though not present in this chapter, their interaction is implied through the elders' observations and questions about the Boss's true identity and the mall's purpose.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Yao Huichen, the new mall manager, registers the account and decides to follow Luo Chuan's decisions.
• The elders learn about Sprite, a drink that restores mental energy, and its potential to increase pill refinement success rate.
• Yao Huichen approaches Luo Chuan to discuss bulk purchasing of Sprite for Medicine Valley, but Luo Chuan declines.

Character Developments

• Yao Huichen shows initiative and strategic thinking by suggesting bulk purchasing of Sprite.
• Luo Chuan remains firm in his decision, demonstrating his commitment to the mall's rules.

Significant Themes

• The value of simplicity and honesty in dreams (Luo Chuan's dream to be an "ordinary boss").
• The potential impact of Sprite on the alchemy industry due to its mental energy restoration property.

Character Interactions

• Yao Huichen and Luo Chuan discuss business, showcasing their professional demeanor.
• The elders discuss the potential of Medicine Cauldrons in the weapon sales space, highlighting their camaraderie and shared knowledge.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The seven Medicine Valley elders enter the Weapon Vending Space.
• They notice the Psionic Energy Abyss, a deep blue crystal-filled pit, which they find dangerous and intriguing.
• The Fourth Elder decides to purchase a top-tier Saint Weapon, the Mixed Crystal Cauldron, for five hundred thousand Spirit Crystals.

Character Developments

• Yao Huichen demonstrates his high cultivation level (Venerable Rank 7) and displays his wealth by offering to buy the Mixed Crystal Cauldron for the Fourth Elder.
• The Fourth Elder shows interest in the Mixed Crystal Cauldron but hesitates due to its high price.

Significant Themes

• The power and value of Spirit Artifacts and Spirit Crystals.
• The allure and danger of the unknown, represented by the Psionic Energy Abyss.

Character Interactions

• The elders interact with Medicine Valley disciples and each other, displaying camaraderie and mutual respect.
• Yao Huichen shows consideration for the Fourth Elder's interests and offers financial assistance.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Fourth Elder initially declines the Medicine Cauldron reward, finding it too precious and unearned.
• A Medicine Valley disciple introduces the concept of installment payments from the Origin Mall's updates.
• The Fourth Elder decides to purchase the Medicine Cauldron using installment payments.
• Luo Chuan explains the installment rules, including a 5% interest rate and 30-day installment periods.
• The Fourth Elder signs the Installment Contract using a strand of his Spiritual Energy, successfully securing the Medicine Cauldron.

Character Developments

• The Fourth Elder shows reluctance in accepting unearned rewards, demonstrating integrity.
• Luo Chuan displays his authority as the boss, waiving interest for old customers but not for the Medicine Valley elders.
• The Medicine Valley disciple shows resourcefulness by finding the installment payment information in the updates.

Significant Themes

• Integrity and honesty: The Fourth Elder's reluctance to accept unearned rewards reflects his integrity.
• Power dynamics: Luo Chuan's decision to charge interest for the Medicine Valley elders highlights his authority and the power imbalance between them.
• Resourcefulness: The Medicine Valley disciple's ability to find useful information demonstrates his resourcefulness.

Character Interactions

• The Fourth Elder and Luo Chuan: Their interaction shows the Fourth Elder's respect for Luo Chuan's power and authority, as well as Luo Chuan's willingness to explain the installment rules.
• The Medicine Valley disciple and the Fourth Elder: The disciple's suggestion of installment payments leads to the Fourth Elder's decision to purchase the Medicine Cauldron, showing their collaborative interaction.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Luo Chuan's customers, including the Fourth and Third Elders, remain curious about the large pit in the weapon selling space, hinting at a powerful weapon's impact.
• Luo Chuan reveals that the pit is from weapon testing, using an energy (Psionic Energy) unknown to the Tianlan Continent.
• Luo Chuan decides to create an introduction post for the Origin Mall on the Origin Forum to educate new customers.

Character Developments

• Luo Chuan shows patience in dealing with his customers' curiosity but also demonstrates his understanding of the potential impact of powerful weapons on his continent.
• The customers, particularly Yao Huichen and the Third Elder, show awe and respect for Luo Chuan's knowledge and the power of the weapons he deals with.

Significant Themes

• The introduction of advanced technology (Psionic Energy and weapons) to a fantasy setting, highlighting the potential impact and understanding gap between Luo Chuan and the locals.
• The theme of education and communication, as Luo Chuan seeks a way to efficiently inform new customers about the Origin Mall.

Character Interactions

• Luo Chuan interacts with his customers, answering their questions patiently but firmly.
• The customers interact with each other, expressing their awe and curiosity about the powerful weapons hinted at by the large pit.
• Wu Tian, a new character, arrives at the Origin Mall, observing the lively scene and the new additions to the space.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wu Tian, the Wutian Buddha Ancestor, visits the Origin Mall, causing a stir among customers.
• Wu Tian purchases items and enters the game, easing the tension around him.
• The Origin Mall's popularity grows, with Medicine Valley disciples arriving and more factions expected soon.
• Luo Chuan, the store owner, discovers an error in his commission calculation for the day's sales.

Character Developments

• Wu Tian is introduced as a powerful and intimidating figure, but he shows no interest in interacting with others.
• Luo Chuan demonstrates his meticulous nature and commitment to accuracy, even over small amounts.

Significant Themes

• Power and its influence on those around it (Wu Tian's presence).
• The importance of detail and accuracy (Luo Chuan's focus on the commission error).

Character Interactions

• Medicine Valley disciples and Lingyun Academy students react to Wu Tian's presence, showing awe and nervousness.
• Luo Chuan interacts with the System, questioning the incorrect commission amount.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Luo Chuan discovers that the System isn't sharing the interest from installment contracts, leading to a silent protest from the System.
• Luo Chuan decides to create pinned posts in the Origin Forum to help new customers understand the mall better.
• Yao Ziyan is given administrator privileges to manage the Origin Forum and pin the post.

Character Developments

• Luo Chuan demonstrates his business acumen by suggesting pinned posts to improve customer experience.
• Yao Ziyan shows eagerness and dedication in completing her first task given by Luo Chuan.

Significant Themes

• Adaptability and Innovation: Luo Chuan adapts to his new role as the mall's boss by implementing a new feature to improve customer experience.
• Power Dynamics: The interaction between Luo Chuan and the System highlights their power dynamics, with Luo Chuan asserting his authority.

Character Interactions

• Luo Chuan and the System: Luo Chuan tries to persuade the System to share the interest from installment contracts, but the System remains silent, showing their disagreement.
• Luo Chuan and Yao Ziyan: Luo Chuan assigns Yao Ziyan the task of creating and pinning a post in the Origin Forum, showing his trust in her capabilities. Yao Ziyan eagerly accepts the task, demonstrating her loyalty and dedication to Luo Chuan.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Luo Chuan decides not to immediately challenge the sixth floor of the Tower of Trials due to the significant increase in difficulty.
• He enters the first floor of Hard Mode, where he faces two Purple Crystal Demon Wolves at the peak of Body Tempering, a considerable challenge compared to Normal Mode.
• Luo Chuan takes a break from gaming, during which Yao Ziyan shows him a dynamic post she's created for the Origin Mall.

Character Developments

• Luo Chuan demonstrates his strategic thinking and patience by not rushing into a challenging situation.
• He shows his attention to detail and understanding of the game's mechanics when he points out the missing information in Yao Ziyan's dynamic post.

Significant Themes

• Patience and strategic planning in facing challenges.
• Attention to detail and understanding of complex systems (referring to the game's mechanics and the Origin Mall's features).

Character Interactions

• Luo Chuan and Yao Ziyan interact professionally, with Yao Ziyan seeking Luo Chuan's approval for her work and Luo Chuan providing constructive feedback.
• Their interaction is cordial and respectful, with Yao Ziyan showing deference to Luo Chuan's expertise and Luo Chuan appreciating Yao Ziyan's efforts.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Yao Ziyan finishes modifying the dynamic post and pins it, attracting immediate customer interaction.
• Luo Chuan receives a new task from the System: earn one million Spirit Crystals independently.
• Luo Chuan decides to launch his 'Otherworldly Cultural Invasion Plan' to earn Spirit Crystals.

Character Developments

• Yao Ziyan demonstrates her efficiency and understanding of the Origin Mall's functions.
• Luo Chuan shows initial reluctance to engage in more active business strategies but eventually accepts the System's challenge.

Significant Themes

• Ambition and drive: Luo Chuan is encouraged to move beyond his current complacency and take more initiative.
• Independence: Luo Chuan is urged to rely less on the System and more on his own efforts.
• Customer demand: The customers' eagerness for new products highlights the importance of innovation and adaptation in business.

Character Interactions

• Yao Ziyan and Luo Chuan work together to close the mall and prepare for the night.
• Luo Chuan interacts with the System, leading to his decision to launch his cultural invasion plan.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Luo Chuan decides to write a novel as a means to earn Spirit Crystals, using his past experience in writing novels on Earth.
• He unlocks the 'Immersive Experience' ability, which allows readers to truly experience the plot and gain cultivation effects from his literary works.
• Luo Chuan decides to write a novel inspired by Earth's online literature, specifically a classic he remembers vividly.
• He sets up a virtual workspace with a keyboard, mouse, and monitor, ensuring privacy for his writing process.

Character Developments

• Luo Chuan demonstrates his adaptability and resourcefulness by choosing a familiar skill (writing novels) to earn Spirit Crystals.
• He shows determination and decisiveness in his plan to write a novel and start his new endeavor.

Significant Themes

• The theme of adaptation and leveraging past experiences to navigate a new world is prominent.
• The idea of using one's skills to earn a living and achieve personal goals is also central.

Character Interactions

• Luo Chuan interacts briefly with Yao Ziyan, who expresses curiosity about his plans but is left in suspense.
• Luo Chuan communicates with the System to acquire necessary tools for his writing process and understand the language and typing aspects.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Yao Ziyan discovers Luo Chuan typing on a strange device, with a blurry image on the monitor.
• Bu Lige and Bu Shiyi arrive, curious about Luo Chuan's activity.
• Luo Chuan reveals he's typing, which is similar to writing, but keeps the content secret.
• Bu Lige speculates Luo Chuan is planning a new product.
• Jiang Shengjun arrives and also shows curiosity about Luo Chuan's activity.
• Gu Yunxi and Murong Haitang notice Luo Chuan's absence from his usual sunbathing spot at the mall entrance.

Character Developments

• Luo Chuan: Shows secrecy and mystery about his current activity, hinting at a new product or plan.
• Yao Ziyan, Bu Lige, Bu Shiyi, Jiang Shengjun, Gu Yunxi, and Murong Haitang: Display curiosity and eagerness to know what Luo Chuan is doing.

Significant Themes

• Curiosity and mystery surrounding Luo Chuan's actions.
• Anticipation of a new product or plan from Luo Chuan.
• The impact of Luo Chuan's presence and activities on the customers' perception of the Origin Mall.

Character Interactions

• Yao Ziyan, Bu Lige, and Bu Shiyi interact, sharing their confusion about Luo Chuan's activity and trying to guess what he's doing.
• Jiang Shengjun asks Yao Ziyan about Luo Chuan's activity, but they both remain clueless.
• Gu Yunxi and Murong Haitang discuss the absence of Luo Chuan from his usual spot, highlighting his influence on the mall's atmosphere.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The students from Lingyun Academy and Medicine Valley suspect that the Origin Mall's boss, Luo Chuan, is preparing new merchandise.
• Luo Chuan is actually writing something, not preparing new merchandise.
• Students are curious and try to find out what Luo Chuan is doing, but he's too focused to be disturbed.
• The event sparks curiosity and discussion on the Origin Forum, with many planning to visit the mall to see for themselves.

Character Developments

• Luo Chuan: Showcased as dedicated and focused on his task, writing six thousand characters without interruption.
• Yao Ziyan: Demonstrates loyalty and respect for Luo Chuan, ensuring he's not disturbed while working.

Significant Themes

• Curiosity and its driving force in the story.
• Luo Chuan's mysterious actions and the anticipation they build.
• The growing popularity and influence of the Origin Mall.

Character Interactions

• Students from Lingyun Academy and Medicine Valley interact, showing curiosity and eagerness to learn about Luo Chuan's actions.
• Yao Ziyan interacts with the students, maintaining order and ensuring Luo Chuan's focus isn't disrupted.
• Luo Chuan interacts with no one, entirely absorbed in his writing task.