Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Luo Chuan returns to the Snow Maple Pavilion after a late night and feels restless, questioning his decision to film a movie.
• Gu Yunxi receives homework from her teacher, Haitang, and expresses reluctance to complete it.
• Yao Ziyan asks Luo Chuan about the movie's filming schedule, which is set for two days later.
• In Qichuan, shop owners gather to discuss broadcasting their scenes on Beiting Avenue, with the boss of Wanyao Hall offering fifty thousand Spirit Crystals for the imaging formations.
• Tang Yi explains the concept of advertising to the shop owners.

Character Developments

• Luo Chuan: Reflects on his decision to film a movie, feeling restless and questioning his purpose.
• Gu Yunxi: Shows reluctance to complete her homework, demonstrating her youthful attitude towards studies.
• Tang Yi: Shows understanding of advertising, having learned from Luo Chuan, and acts as a mediator between the shop owners.

Significant Themes

• The impact of Luo Chuan's influence on the film crew and the city.
• The concept of advertising and its potential in the world.
• The contrast between Luo Chuan's current life and his previous life as a student.

Character Interactions

• Luo Chuan and Gu Yunxi: They interact playfully, with Gu Yunxi seeking help from Luo Chuan to complete her homework, and Luo Chuan watching her antics with amusement.
• Tang Yi and the shop owners: Tang Yi acts as a mediator, explaining the concept of advertising to the shop owners and helping them understand its potential benefits.
• Luo Chuan and the Magic Phone group: Luo Chuan participates in the group chat, discussing the movie and the possibility of his presence in the group with the customers.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Luo Chuan enjoys a peaceful moment by the water pool under the moonlight.
• A live streamer, lost in a snowy forest, shares survival tips, which Luo Chuan explains scientifically.
• Luo Chuan wakes up with Yao Ziyan beside him and decides to light a cigarette (but doesn't, as he doesn't smoke).
• The next morning, they discuss the upcoming movie filming.

Character Developments

• Luo Chuan shows his calm and patient nature, enjoying simple moments and explaining scientific concepts.
• Yao Ziyan is shown to be sneaky and affectionate, as she sneaks into Luo Chuan's room again.

Significant Themes

• Nature and Solitude: Luo Chuan finds peace and tranquility in nature, away from the bustle of the Origin Mall.
• Science and Knowledge: Luo Chuan shares his scientific knowledge with the live streamer and the audience.
• Preparation and Planning: The characters discuss and prepare for the upcoming movie filming.

Character Interactions

• Luo Chuan and Yao Ziyan: They share a moment of intimacy in the morning, with Yao Ziyan sneaking into Luo Chuan's room again.
• Luo Chuan and Gu Yunxi: They discuss the movie filming plans, with Gu Yunxi showing eagerness to participate.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zheng Ke, a Medicine Valley disciple, temporarily manages the Myriad Medicine Hall in Qichuan.
• She encounters customers who recognize her Magic Phone as a product from the Origin Mall, hinting at recent events involving the Boss and the Origin Mall.
• Zheng Ke leaves the Myriad Medicine Hall with Gu Yunxi and friends, neglecting her duties.
• Luo Chuan plays a Glory match at Snow Maple Pavilion, using the Undertaker Combat Puppet and defeating Bu Lige's team.

Character Developments

• Zheng Ke shows disinterest in managing the Myriad Medicine Hall, prioritizing her personal desires.
• Bu Lige's frustration grows as she fails to defeat Luo Chuan, revealing her competitive nature.

Significant Themes

• The influence of the Origin Mall's products on the local population.
• The allure of the virtual world (Glory) and its impact on real-life responsibilities.

Character Interactions

• Zheng Ke and Gu Yunxi: Zheng Ke is persuaded by Gu Yunxi to leave her duties and go out.
• Bu Lige and Jiang Shengjun: They bicker about Bu Lige's inability to defeat Luo Chuan.
• Luo Chuan and the Snow Maple Pavilion attendant: The attendant is curious about the holographic equipment and the Origin Mall.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Qichuan's Voice, a news broadcast, is about to start, drawing a large crowd in Qichuan.
• The broadcast begins with an advertisement for Wanyao Hall, a shop under Medicine Valley, marking the start of commercial advertising in this world.
• Bu Lige, a man, hosts Qichuan's Voice, delivering news from Jiuyao City and other cities, bringing distant news to the people of Qichuan.
• Chen Yan, the Emperor of the Huoyuan Empire, watches Qichuan's Voice and decides to build a similar transportation network in his empire.

Character Developments

• Bu Lige, initially reluctant, hosts Qichuan's Voice and finds it challenging to maintain the interest of the audience.
• Chen Yan, inspired by Qichuan's Voice, decides to modernize the Huoyuan Empire by building a transportation network.

Significant Themes

• Progress and Change: The introduction of Qichuan's Voice and advertising signals the start of a new era, bringing distant news and information to the people.
• Cultural Exchange: The news from Jiuyao City and other cities exposes the people of Qichuan to a broader world, fostering a sense of connection and curiosity.
• Competition and Adaptation: Chen Yan's decision to build a transportation network in the Huoyuan Empire shows his willingness to adapt and compete with the Tianxing Empire.

Character Interactions

• Luo Chuan and Yao Ziyan: They discuss the implications of the advertisement and the potential changes in the world's commercial model.
• Chen Yan and An Feiyu: They discuss the impact of Qichuan's Voice and decide to build a transportation network in the Huoyuan Empire.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Director Luo Chuan decides to film the movie in chronological order, despite the unconventional shooting order.
• Qichuan's Voice concludes successfully, hinting at the upcoming information age in this world.
• Luo Chuan realizes there's nothing left to prepare for the movie's filming as everything is ready.

Character Developments

• Director Luo Chuan shows his professionalism and commitment to his work.
• Bu Lige expresses his disinterest in hosting Qichuan's Voice, indicating his growing independence and self-awareness.
• Anviya demonstrates her multitasking abilities as a dragon, showing her adaptability to different situations.

Significant Themes

• The arrival of the information age and its impact on society.
• The importance of preparation and organization in filmmaking.
• The changing dynamics of relationships, as seen in Bu Lige's growing independence.

Character Interactions

• Bu Shiyi and Gu Yunxi's friendly banter highlights their growing camaraderie as classmates.
• Luo Chuan's interaction with the husky shows his affection for animals and his responsibility as an owner.
• Yao Ziyan and Luo Chuan's late-night messaging session displays their close bond and comfortable communication style.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Luo Chuan and his group prepare to film a fight scene for their movie.
• Luo Chuan uses a temporary random teleportation gate to transport them to a snowy mountain range near Qichuan for filming.
• Luo Chuan provides minimal instructions for the scene, leaving the actors to improvise based on their understanding of the script.

Character Developments

• Yao Ziyan shows curiosity and eagerness to learn about filmmaking.
• Xia Tianyu feels overwhelmed and uncertain about his acting role but decides to improvise based on Luo Chuan's instructions.
• Luo Chuan demonstrates his serious and professional approach to filmmaking.

Significant Themes

• The importance of improvisation and understanding in filmmaking.
• The responsibility and dedication required for a successful movie shoot.

Character Interactions

• Yao Ziyan and Luo Chuan discuss filmmaking techniques, with Yao Ziyan showing eagerness to learn.
• Xia Tianyu and Tang Yi discuss their approach to the scene, deciding to improvise based on their understanding.
• Luo Chuan interacts with the System to set up cameras for the scene.
• The group discusses the upcoming scene and their expectations for it.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The chapter begins with a tense chase scene between Murong Canyang (the black-clothed figure) and the Law Enforcement Team, led by Luo Chuan, in a frost-covered forest.
• Luo Chuan stops the chase, feeling the fight lacks authenticity.
• The team watches footage of the fight and realizes it's too staged and fake.
• Xia Tianyu and Tang Yi, playing Murong Canyang and the Law Enforcement Team captain respectively, restart the scene, this time fighting more realistically.
• After several attempts, they successfully complete the scene, with Murong Canyang dying inexplicably.

Character Developments

• Luo Chuan, as the director, demonstrates his keen eye for detail and commitment to authenticity.
• Xia Tianyu and Tang Yi show improvement in their acting, understanding Luo Chuan's requirements better.

Significant Themes

• Authenticity vs. Performance: The fight's lack of realism highlights the theme of authenticity versus staged performance.
• Persistence: Luo Chuan's persistence in getting the scene right, despite multiple retakes, is another key theme.

Character Interactions

• Luo Chuan interacts with his team, discussing the fight's issues and providing guidance.
• Xia Tianyu and Tang Yi interact, both on-screen as enemies and off-screen as colleagues, supporting each other through the challenging retakes.
• The other customers watching the filming process express their shared relief when the scene is finally completed.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The movie begins with a battle between the law enforcement captain and the Black Robed Figure.
• Xia Tianyu and Tang Yi's duel is filmed, with Luo Chuan emphasizing the importance of suspense and intellectual battles over physical combat.
• The cast and crew find the filming process more demanding and boring than expected, with long retakes and strict standards.

Character Developments

• Luo Chuan's image changes to that of a strict director, earning him comparisons to a school dean.
• Xia Tianyu and Tang Yi are surprised by their characters' appearances and actions in the filmed footage.
• Yao Ziyan expresses concern about the slow filming pace and the potential time required to complete the movie.

Significant Themes

• The challenges and demands of filmmaking.
• The transformation of reality into a captivating movie experience.
• The difference between the filming process and the final product.

Character Interactions

• The cast and crew bond over their shared frustration with the filming process.
• Luo Chuan reassures the team that the demanding pace is necessary for a specific scene.
• Yao Ziyan and Luo Chuan discuss the timeline for filming the entire movie, with Yao Ziyan expressing skepticism about Luo Chuan's estimate.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Luo Chuan, Tang Yi, and Xia Tianyu return to Snow Maple Pavilion after their mission.
• Luo Chuan naps after lunch, while Yao Ziyan writes on her Magic Phone.
• Han Mo and his group visit Snow Maple Pavilion, intrigued by the holographic equipment and the possibility of a branch store.

Character Developments

• Luo Chuan adapts to life in the Month of Cold Winter, enjoying the simple pleasures of napping and observing the changes around him.
• Yao Ziyan, now in possession of a Magic Phone, begins to write, possibly working on her novel.
• Han Mo and his group, exposed to the Origin Mall's technology, show curiosity and excitement, hinting at their potential integration into the new world.

Significant Themes

• Integration of technology and new worlds, as seen through the introduction of holographic equipment and the Magic Phone.
• Adaptation and acceptance of change, demonstrated by Luo Chuan and Yao Ziyan's reactions to their new environments.
• Curiosity and exploration, exhibited by Han Mo and his group as they investigate the potential branch store.

Character Interactions

• Luo Chuan and Yao Ziyan share a moment of connection as they exchange smiles, acknowledging their shared experience in this new world.
• Han Mo and his group interact with Bu Lige, seeking information about the holographic equipment and the potential branch store, highlighting their curiosity and eagerness to learn.
• Luo Chuan observes the lively scene in the lobby, comparing it to his life in the Origin Mall, suggesting a sense of familiarity and continuity.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Han Mo and his group visit Origin Mall's lobby, hoping to meet the boss and inquire about purchasing goods.
• Luo Chuan, the boss, is present but disinterested, giving off a lazy and indifferent aura.
• Han Mo and his group ask Luo Chuan about when Origin Mall will start selling goods; Luo Chuan responds that it will happen after they complete their purpose in Qichuan.
• After watching a match, Han Mo and his group leave, expressing their boredom and frustration at not being able to experience Origin Mall's goods themselves.

Character Developments

• Luo Chuan: He appears lazy and indifferent, showing little interest in his surroundings or the customers. He is secretive about his plans for Origin Mall and prioritizes his own purposes.
• Han Mo: He is curious and eager to experience Origin Mall's goods but respects Luo Chuan's boundaries. He understands the importance of discretion regarding Origin Mall's activities.

Significant Themes

• Curiosity and Frustration: Han Mo and his group feel curious about Origin Mall but become frustrated when they can't satisfy their curiosity or experience the goods.
• Secrecy and Discretion: Luo Chuan values secrecy and doesn't reveal his plans for Origin Mall, while Han Mo understands the importance of discretion.

Character Interactions

• Luo Chuan and Han Mo: Their interaction is brief and to the point, with Luo Chuan showing little interest in Han Mo's questions, and Han Mo respecting Luo Chuan's boundaries.
• Han Mo and his group: They discuss their plans and feelings among themselves, expressing their curiosity and frustration about Origin Mall.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Luo Chuan decides to film a movie scene in Snow Maple Pavilion.
• The scene involves Jiang Wanshang, as the protagonist Yue Ke/Kira, writing names in a notebook, deciding the fate of those named.
• The filming is simple and quick, lasting only about ten minutes.

Character Developments

• Jiang Wanshang demonstrates her acting prowess, conveying Yue Ke/Kira's disregard for life and sense of justice through her calm and careless writing.
• Bu Lige and Jiang Shengjun, as naturally talented customers, initially underestimate the complexity of the scene but later acknowledge Jiang Wanshang's skill.

Significant Themes

• The power of subtlety and nuance in storytelling and acting.
• The contrast between the mundane and the extraordinary, with Jiang Wanshang's ordinary action of writing taking on profound significance.
• The theme of justice and its interpretation, as Yue Ke/Kira takes the law into his own hands.

Character Interactions

• Gu Yunxi admires Jiang Wanshang's hands and supports her as the protagonist.
• Bu Lige and Jiang Shengjun discuss the simplicity of the scene before realizing the depth of Jiang Wanshang's performance.
• Luo Chuan, as the director, is satisfied with Jiang Wanshang's performance and decides not to reshoot the scene.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The day's filming was unexpectedly quick and successful, thanks to Jiang Wanshang's exceptional acting.
• Luo Chuan contemplates the potential impact of the completed movie and the Magic Phone on society.
• Qichuan's Voice, a news program, debuts, causing a sensation among Qichuan residents.
• The City Lord's army captures an important figure, who is to be taken to Jiuyao City for trial.

Character Developments

• Jiang Wanshang demonstrates her acting prowess, impressing everyone.
• Luo Chuan reflects on his role in shaping the world and the potential of the information age.
• Bu Lige and Jiang Shengjun discuss the ethics of deceiving the public with Qichuan's Voice.
• Ji Wuhui, the emperor, plans to establish a news system similar to Qichuan's Voice in Jiuyao City.

Significant Themes

• Genius and Talent: Jiang Wanshang's exceptional acting highlights the existence of natural talent.
• Information Age: Luo Chuan ponders the impact of the Magic Phone and the completed movie on society.
• Deception and Truth: Bu Lige and Jiang Shengjun discuss the morality of deceiving the public with Qichuan's Voice.
• Progress and Change: Ji Wuhui's plans for Jiuyao City reflect the theme of societal progress and change.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Wanshang and Gu Yunxi's friendship deepens as Gu Yunxi expresses admiration for Jiang Wanshang's acting.
• Luo Chuan and Yao Ziyan engage in a game of Dou Dizhu, reflecting their comfortable working relationship.
• Bu Lige and Jiang Shengjun discuss the ethics of Qichuan's Voice, showing their partnership and shared values.
• Ji Wuhui's plans for Jiuyao City reflect his interaction with and understanding of the changing world influenced by Luo Chuan.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The chapter introduces the concept of "melon-eating masses" and the fascination with important figures, using the metaphor of eating melons to represent public interest in significant events.
• Luo Chuan and his team begin filming a movie involving a fictional important figure, Qi Yuanming.
• They hire extras to play reporters and stage an event where Qi Yuanming is surrounded and questioned by these reporters.
• Using a Magic Phone, they record the scene from multiple angles, capturing the chaos and commotion.
• In the staged event, Qi Yuanming collapses and appears to die, causing a stir among the extras and onlookers.
• Soldiers arrive to take Qi Yuanming's body away, and the reporters disappear, signaling the end of the scene.

Character Developments

• Luo Chuan grows more confident in his directing abilities.
• The extras and onlookers are portrayed as curious and easily drawn into the spectacle, reflecting the public's fascination with important figures and significant events.

Significant Themes

• The public's curiosity and interest in important figures and significant events.
• The power of media and public opinion, represented by the reporters and their impact on the scene.
• The use of metaphor (eating melons) to illustrate public interest and fascination.

Character Interactions

• Luo Chuan interacts with Yao Ziyan, discussing the scene's progress and the Magic Phone's capabilities.
• The extras and onlookers interact with the actor playing Qi Yuanming, questioning him and reacting to the staged event.
• The soldiers under Tang Yi's command interact with the extras and onlookers, cleaning up the scene after the event.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The populace spreads rumors about Qi Yuanming's death and City Lord Tang's involvement.
• Xie Mengwu, disguised as Qi Yuanming, fakes his death to mislead enemies.
• Director Luo Chuan decides to film a new scene involving mysterious deaths in a prison.
• Tang Yi prepares to accompany the film crew to the prison to maintain order.

Character Developments

• Xie Mengwu demonstrates her acting skills and understanding of villainous characters.
• Tang Yi shows concern for his actors' rest time and willingness to handle difficult situations.
• Shinkai Seiko reveals her interest in filmmaking and her determination to create her own movie.

Significant Themes

• The power of rumors and public opinion.
• The importance of understanding and portraying different characters in acting.
• The need for constant vigilance and awareness of one's surroundings.

Character Interactions

• Xie Mengwu interacts with Anviya and Gu Yunxi, showcasing her ability to act and their admiration for her skills.
• Yao Ziyan and Shinkai Seiko discuss filmmaking, revealing Shinkai's determination to create her own movie.
• Tang Yi and Xia Tianyu discuss the prison scene, demonstrating their understanding of the situation and their roles in maintaining order.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The group prepares to visit a prison for a movie scene.
• Luo Chuan discusses the nature of stories and tragedies with Yao Ziyan and Shinkai Seiko.
• They travel to the prison, with Luo Chuan worrying about Xuan Que's well-being.
• Tang Yi arrives at the prison ahead of them and interacts with the prisoners, revealing that a "big figure" will visit.

Character Developments

• Luo Chuan: Shows concern for Xuan Que's well-being, indicating his growing responsibility as a guardian figure.
• Tang Yi: Demonstrates leadership and authority as the City Lord, managing the prisoners and preparing for the group's arrival.

Significant Themes

• The inevitability of tragedy in stories and life, as discussed by Luo Chuan, Yao Ziyan, and Shinkai Seiko.
• The contrast between the beauty of nature and the harsh reality of the prison setting.

Character Interactions

• Luo Chuan and Yao Ziyan: They have a conversation about storytelling and tragedies, showcasing their intellectual bond.
• Tang Yi and the Prisoners: Tang Yi interacts with the prisoners, displaying his authority and knowledge of their dynamics.
• Luo Chuan and Xuan Que: Luo Chuan's concern for Xuan Que's well-being hints at their growing bond.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Filming begins in a prison setting with Shinkai Seiko playing a prison guard.
• A mysterious event causes all the prisoners to suddenly collapse and die.
• The filming is smooth and efficient, with minimal retakes.
• The group returns to Snow Maple Pavilion and decides to rest in the afternoon.
• Bu Lige and others engage in a Glory match using the holographic equipment.

Character Developments

• Shinkai Seiko experiences the difference between acting and watching the footage.
• Luo Chuan finds the actual filmmaking process different from his initial expectations.
• Yao Ziyan observes the group's behavior and understands the concept of 'internet addiction' as described by Luo Chuan.

Significant Themes

• The power of the mind and its influence on behavior, as seen in the group's enthusiasm for the Glory match despite their earlier fatigue.
• The concept of 'internet addiction' and its potential dangers, as discussed by Luo Chuan.

Character Interactions

• Shinkai Seiko and Luo Chuan discuss the filming process.
• Yao Ziyan observes and interacts with the group, leading her to understand the concept of 'internet addiction.'
• The group engages in a Glory match, displaying their enthusiasm and energy.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Luo Chuan, Yao Ziyan, and Qing Yuan are in a building between two hot springs, resting.
• Yao Ziyan and Qing Yuan play ping pong, creating sonic booms and afterimages due to their immense power.
• A ball hits the wall, creating a hole, causing concern about the building's safety.
• Yao Ziyan and Elina play ping pong, with Elina in her half-snake form.
• Bu Shiyi broadcasts news on Qichuan's Voice, including the death of Qi Yuanming, causing public discussion.

Character Developments

• Yao Ziyan enjoys playing ping pong, finding it interesting despite its lack of challenge for powerful beings.
• Bu Shiyi, now hosting Qichuan's Voice, is curious about the public's reaction to the news she's broadcasting.

Significant Themes

• The contrast between the power and abilities of the characters and the ordinary nature of ping pong.
• The impact of news and information on the public, as seen through Qichuan's Voice broadcasts.

Character Interactions

• Luo Chuan and Yao Ziyan discuss ping pong, with Yao Ziyan finding it interesting.
• Bu Shiyi and the audience discuss the news, showing the public's curiosity and engagement with current events.
• Tang Yi and Xia Tianyu discuss the changes happening in the city, reflecting on the new era.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The script introduces various settings and builds suspense with criminal deaths.
• Filming becomes smoother with experience.
• Jiuyao City undergoes significant changes, with Imperial Guards renovating and installing crystal panels for image displays.
• Ji Wuhui plans to create a news platform similar to Qichuan's Voice in Jiuyao City.
• A movie scene is being filmed in Jiuyao City, possibly involving Luo Chuan's return.

Character Developments

• Yue Ling is focused on learning development tutorials from Luo Chuan's Magic Phone.
• Chen Yiyi is curious about the movie filming process and wants to visit Qichuan.
• Ji Wuhui is shown to be influenced by Luo Chuan's ideas and is planning a news platform for Jiuyao City.

Significant Themes

• Influence of technology and innovation on society (crystal panels for image displays, news platform).
• Impact of Luo Chuan's ideas on others (Ji Wuhui's plans, customers' anticipation for new products and movies).

Character Interactions

• Yue Ling and Chen Yiyi discuss the movie and Chen Yiyi's desire to visit Qichuan.
• Liu Ruoyu explains the changes in Jiuyao City to Yue Ling.
• Customers in Origin Mall discuss and anticipate the movie filming and new products.
• Wei Yi and Xia Ying decide to go watch the movie scene being filmed.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ji Wuhui, overwhelmed by work, takes a break and agrees to help Luo Chuan film a movie scene.
• Ji Wuhui learns about 'procrastination' from Ji Tianwen, which he finds relatable to the Boss's behavior.
• The Origin Mall's customers and Ji Wuhui gather to participate in a movie scene, sharing their opinions on Kira, Light Yagami's persona.

Character Developments

• Ji Wuhui: Realizes the extent of his workload, takes a break, and shows interest in understanding 'procrastination'.
• Ji Tianwen: Teaches Ji Wuhui about 'procrastination', showing a playful side.
• The Boss: Implied to be severely affected by 'procrastination', but Ji Wuhui keeps this to himself.

Significant Themes

• 'Procrastination': Introduced as a relatable concept, potentially affecting characters like the Boss.
• Public Participation: Citizens of Jiuyao City enthusiastically participate in the movie scene, showcasing their familiarity with the Origin Mall's events.

Character Interactions

• Ji Wuhui and Ji Tianwen: Share a light-hearted moment discussing 'procrastination'.
• Ji Wuhui and the Origin Mall's customers: Gather to participate in the movie scene, fostering a sense of community and shared experience.

Key Plot Points & Events

• Hu Kuang, in public, enthusiastically acknowledges Kira as the eternal god of death.
• A reporter interviews pedestrians about their opinions on Kira, revealing mixed views.
• The Imperial Guards film a news report scene, attracting a large crowd of spectators.

Character Developments

• Hu Kuang's public enthusiasm for Kira highlights his fanaticism.
• The Imperial Guards demonstrate efficiency and orderliness in managing the scene.
• Wen Tianji and Fan Chengtian discuss the differences between the Boss's video technology and conventional methods.

Significant Themes

• The impact of Kira's actions on public opinion and societal views.
• The contrast between the Boss's advanced technology and conventional methods.

Character Interactions

• Hu Kuang and Ji Wuhui interact briefly, with Hu Kuang considering making his own movie.
• Wen Tianji, Fan Chengtian, Chen Yiyi, and Yue Ling discuss the quality of the filmed images, comparing them to the Boss's technology.