Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Nan, a snake demon named Bai's companion, leaves Bai after decades of living together, leaving behind a farewell video.
• Bai, now able to transform into a human form resembling Su Nan but much shorter, goes out in the rain and visits a stone bridge near a lake.
• On the bridge, Bai encounters Xu Xian, a young man who slips and nearly falls into the lake. Bai avoids him but feels uncomfortable with his gaze.

Character Developments

• Bai: Grows from a small snake demon to nearly a hundred meters in length, learns to transform into a human form, and becomes more independent after Su Nan's departure.
• Xu Xian: Develops a crush on Bai after seeing her and becomes determined to meet her again.

Significant Themes

• Transformation and growth (Bai's physical growth and learning to live independently)
• The passage of time (decades passing quickly, Su Nan's departure)
• First impressions and attraction (Xu Xian's immediate infatuation with Bai)

Character Interactions

• Bai and Su Nan: Their bond deepens over time, with Bai considering Su Nan her "Big Sister."
• Bai and Xu Xian: They have a brief, uncomfortable encounter on the bridge, with Xu Xian becoming infatuated with Bai's beauty.
• Xu Xian and his sister: They discuss Xu Xian's marital status, with his sister hoping he will find a suitable partner soon.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xu Xian, an apprentice at an apothecary, encounters Bai, an immortal, on a rainy day. Bai leaves without interacting with him.
• Bai decides to stay in the human world to experience life, find a place to live, and a job to earn money.
• She visits a luxurious Qinglou (brothel/entertainment house) looking for a job as a musician, but the madam misunderstands her intentions.

Character Developments

• Xu Xian: Realizes his limitations compared to an immortal like Bai, feels helpless about his sister's matchmaking attempts.
• Bai: Decides to experience human life, shows curiosity about the Qinglou, maintains patience despite the madam's misunderstandings.

Significant Themes

• The contrast between the immortal and human worlds.
• Bai's curiosity and willingness to experience human life.
• The misconceptions and misunderstandings that can arise due to different perspectives.

Character Interactions

• Xu Xian and his sister discuss Bai after she leaves.
• Bai interacts with the madam of the Qinglou, who misunderstands her intentions and tries to recruit her as a performer.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Bai applies for a job at Luoxue Tower, a brothel, to experience life and earn money.
• She impresses the madam with her musical prowess and is hired as a Qin (zither) player.
• Xu Xian, a young man Bai had encountered earlier, sees her entering Luoxue Tower and is distressed.

Character Developments

• Bai: She demonstrates her musical skills and secures a job at Luoxue Tower. She remains calm and collected, showing no discomfort in her new environment.
• Xu Xian: He becomes infatuated with Bai after their brief encounter. Seeing her enter Luoxue Tower, he is upset and distracted.

Significant Themes

• Appearance vs. Reality: Bai's beauty leads the madam to initially underestimate her, while Xu Xian's infatuation is based solely on her appearance.
• Cultivation through Music: Bai's musical prowess is tied to her cultivation, hinting at the diverse paths to cultivation in the Tianlan Continent.

Character Interactions

• Bai and the Madam: The madam initially tries to persuade Bai to become a singing and dancing girl but backs off after sensing Bai's power.
• Xu Xian and Bai: Though they haven't interacted directly, Xu Xian's infatuation with Bai leads him to follow her to Luoxue Tower.
• Bai and the Girls at Luoxue Tower: The girls at Luoxue Tower are interested in Bai and show her enthusiasm, while Bai remains indifferent.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Bai starts working at Luoxue Tower as a zither player, blending in quickly and impressing the other musicians.
• The establishment is filled with a diverse crowd, including officials, nobles, and martial artists, all there to enjoy the performances.
• A swordsman offers a Spirit Crystal as a reward to hear the zither player perform a solo, which Bai accepts.

Character Developments

• Bai: Shows her musical talent and gains recognition from the other musicians. She is humble and not swayed by the lavish environment, maintaining her purity and elegance.
• Xu Xian: Struggles with his feelings for Bai, ultimately deciding to visit Luoxue Tower against his better judgment.

Significant Themes

• Art and Artistry: The focus on the zither music and its ability to captivate the audience, highlighting the importance of art in society.
• Social Stratification: The diverse crowd at Luoxue Tower represents the different social classes, from officials and nobles to commoners and martial artists.

Character Interactions

• Bai and the other musicians: They are initially worried about Bai's ability but are quickly reassured by her talent.
• Xu Xian and the girl at Luoxue Tower's entrance: He sneaks in unnoticed, highlighting his determination to see Bai despite his reservations.
• The swordsman and Sister Lan: He dismisses her attempt to take the Spirit Crystal, showing his disregard for Luoxue Tower's rules and his determination to hear the zither player.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xu Xian infiltrates Luoxue Tower, feeling out of place among the wealthy and powerful.
• A young man in black approaches Xu Xian, revealing that a generous swordsman has hired a new zither player for a solo performance.
• Bai, the zither player, takes the stage, captivating everyone with her beauty and musical prowess.
• A scholar criticizes Bai for playing music while the nation is in turmoil, comparing her to a singing girl who doesn't understand the suffering of the people.
• Bai, offended, invites the scholar onto the stage and physically assaults him.

Character Developments

• Xu Xian: Realizes his humble status among the tower's elite, feels relief upon seeing Bai's true identity.
• Bai: Shows her human side, reacts to the scholar's criticism, and demonstrates her strength.
• The scholar: Reveals his arrogance and lack of understanding towards ordinary people's struggles.

Significant Themes

• The contrast between the privileged and the common people.
• The consequences of war and political instability on ordinary citizens.
• The tension between art and societal issues.

Character Interactions

• Xu Xian and the young man in black: They briefly converse, with the young man admiring Xu Xian's convincing disguise.
• Bai and the scholar: Their interaction turns hostile when the scholar criticizes Bai's music, leading to a physical altercation.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Bai, a snake demon disguised as a human, beats up a scholar who insults her zither playing, demonstrating her strength and disdain for empty words.
• She encounters Xu Xian, a man who admires her, but she doesn't give him a second thought.
• Later, she's followed by several men with ill intent, but she easily dispatches them using her powers.
• The next morning, she learns that the men she killed were wanted criminals, causing a stir in Jiangnan.

Character Developments

• Bai shows her strength, independence, and lack of concern for human rules or consequences.
• Xu Xian is smitten with Bai but realizes their worlds are different.

Significant Themes

• The contrast between Bai's demonic nature and her human disguise.
• The duality of human nature, with darkness coexisting with light.
• The consequences of one's actions, both intended and unintended.

Character Interactions

• Bai interacts with the scholar, showing her disdain for his empty words and lack of understanding.
• She briefly interacts with Xu Xian, who admires her but understands their differences.
• She encounters several men with ill intent, whom she easily defeats.
• She chats with the steamed bun vendor, showing her friendly and approachable side.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The movie "Death Note" is shown in the Origin Mall's cinema.
• The movie ends with L's appearance and a grim-faced Shinigami swallowing the scene.
• Su Nan and Yao Ziyan discuss the movie's themes and characters.
• Luo Chuan considers introducing staple food items to the Origin Mall.

Character Developments

• Su Nan reflects on her past life and the significance of her memories.
• Yao Ziyan shows a more ordinary, emotional side when discussing her role as L.
• Luo Chuan ponders the future of the Origin Mall and considers introducing staple food items.

Significant Themes

• The exploration of justice, truth, and individual power vs. the law.
• The impact of power and expectations on one's character (Yue's transformation).
• The role of entertainment and its evolution across civilizations.

Character Interactions

• Su Nan and Yao Ziyan bond over their thoughts on the movie and Yao Ziyan's acting.
• Luo Chuan shares his thoughts on the movie and his plans for the Origin Mall with Su Nan and Yao Ziyan.
• Yao Ziyan and Luo Chuan have a playful moment as she eats a rice cake offered by Luo Chuan.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Nan enters the initial space of the Origin Mall's virtual world.
• Yao Ziyan demonstrates the space's ability to change environments at will.
• Su Nan decides to experience the 'Tower of Trials' application.

Character Developments

• Su Nan shows curiosity and adaptability to the new virtual environment.
• Yao Ziyan fulfills her duty as a shop assistant, patiently explaining features to Su Nan.
• Luo Chuan visits the System Space to introduce Black Scale to Soul Lock and gather intelligence about the Endless Divine Court.

Significant Themes

• The power and influence of technology and virtual reality.
• The disparity between the rich and the poor, as seen through Su Nan's inability to afford many things in the Origin Mall.
• The vastness and otherworldliness of the divine realm, as demonstrated by Luo Chuan's visit to the System Space.

Character Interactions

• Su Nan and Yao Ziyan interact as customer and shop assistant, with Yao Ziyan guiding Su Nan through the virtual world's features.
• Luo Chuan meets Black Scale in the System Space, with Black Scale initially feeling intimidated by Luo Chuan's divine presence.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Luo Chuan, the Lord of the End, meets Black Scale, an Archbishop from the Endless Divine Court, who has defected to the Origin Mall.
• Black Scale reveals that it was sent by "That Lord" to cause chaos and assassinate individuals in various nations.
• Luo Chuan learns about the mysterious "That Lord" and Black Scale's mission but decides not to interfere unless necessary.

Character Developments

• Luo Chuan: Shows curiosity about "That Lord" and the Endless Divine Court's activities but maintains a detached stance, focusing on his role as the Origin Mall's boss.
• Black Scale: Accepts its role as a turncoat and demonstrates a higher conversational skill than Soul Lock, providing detailed information about the Endless Divine Court and "That Lord."

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics between the Origin Mall, the Endless Divine Court, and "That Lord."
• The mysterious nature of "That Lord" and the Endless Divine Court's activities.
• Luo Chuan's detachment from worldly affairs and his focus on the Origin Mall.

Character Interactions

• Luo Chuan and Black Scale: Luo Chuan interrogates Black Scale about the Endless Divine Court and "That Lord," while Black Scale provides information honestly, hoping to curry favor with Luo Chuan.
• Luo Chuan's curiosity about "That Lord" and the Endless Divine Court's activities leads to a brief exchange about Black Scale's mission and the mysterious figure behind it.

Summary of Key Points and Events

Black Scale's Origin and the Endless Divine Court

• Black Scale was sealed by Luo Chuan using a Spiritual Energy Crystal.
• He recalled being overwhelmed by a powerful figure (likely the Lord of the End) who easily defeated him.
• The Endless Divine Court is not a physical location but requires the power of the Lord of the End to reach.
• Black Scale and Soul Lock are both Archbishops, lacking detailed information about the Endless Divine Court and its purpose.

Luo Chuan's Tasks

• Luo Chuan listed tasks he needed to complete, including:
  • Opening the Hearthstone Tavern in Steel City, Kolo World, for one lottery chance.
  • Investigating the origin of the Little Black Ball.
  • Exploring the Dragon Clan’s dwelling place after receiving an invitation from Anviya.
  • Learning more about Su Nan’s story and the Shadow Realm.
  • Discovering the connection between the Lord of Black Mist and the Tianlan Continent.
  • Understanding Frost’s true nature.
  • Researching the origin and purpose of 1579 and their relationship with the Lord of the End.

Su Nan and Yao Ziyan's Discovery

• Su Nan discovered she could use Magic Power, which Yao Ziyan explained is similar to Spiritual Energy but with different parameters.
• They speculated that there might be a special connection between the Tianlan Continent and the world within Luo Chuan’s game.

Character Developments and Interactions

• Luo Chuan showed indifference to the affairs of the Endless Divine Court, focusing on his personal tasks and interests.
• Black Scale recalled his encounter with the powerful figure who sealed him, expressing fear and awe.
• Soul Lock and Black Scale had a brief exchange, with Soul Lock expressing curiosity about Black Scale’s past.
• Luo Chuan, Su Nan, and Yao Ziyan discussed the nature of Magic Power and its connection to Spiritual Energy, as well as the potential link between their world and the Tianlan Continent.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics and mysteries surrounding the Endless Divine Court and its Lord.
• The connection between Spiritual Energy and Magic Power, and their relationship with the worlds within Luo Chuan’s game.
• The personal growth and discoveries of the characters as they navigate their new environments and uncover secrets.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Yao Ziyan and Su Nan discuss the connection between the Kolo World and the Tianlan Continent, with Su Nan likening Calamity to a 'vaccine'.
• Su Nan leaves the shop, and Anviya follows her secretly.
• Yao Ziyan asks Luo Chuan about the term 'vaccine', and he explains its concept in relation to Pills and drug resistance.

Character Developments

• Su Nan: Shows curiosity and insight into the connection between worlds, displays independence and patience in job hunting.
• Yao Ziyan: Demonstrates her intelligence and inquisitive nature, maintains her friendly and open demeanor.
• Luo Chuan: Reveals his knowledge of the 'vaccine' concept, shows interest in the developing connection between worlds.
• Anviya: Maintains her mysterious and secretive nature, follows Su Nan without revealing her intentions.

Significant Themes

• Connection and relationship between the Kolo World and the Tianlan Continent.
• The concept of a 'vaccine' and its application in the context of Calamity and the Abyss.
• The power dynamics and equality in relationships, as seen in Yao Ziyan and Luo Chuan's dynamic.

Character Interactions

• Yao Ziyan and Su Nan: Display a friendly and open relationship, with Yao Ziyan explaining the Kolo World's worldview to Su Nan.
• Yao Ziyan and Luo Chuan: Maintain their easy-going and respectful relationship, with Yao Ziyan asking Luo Chuan about the 'vaccine' concept.
• Anviya and Su Nan: Anviya secretly follows Su Nan, hinting at a potential interaction between them.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Nan strolls through Jiuyao City in the rain, reminiscent of her past.
• She observes a group of students studying at a bus stop.
• Anviya approaches Su Nan, curious about her different attitude towards her.

Character Developments

• Su Nan: Reflects on her past and seems nostalgic, showing a softer side.
• Anviya: Shows curiosity and initiative in approaching Su Nan.

Significant Themes

• Nostalgia and the passage of time.
• The contrast between the mundane and the extraordinary (students studying vs. magical beings).
• Curiosity and the desire to understand others.

Character Interactions

• Su Nan and the students: She observes them from a distance, showing a moment of warmth and connection.
• Su Nan and Anviya: Anviya approaches Su Nan to ask about her different attitude, showing a willingness to understand and connect with her.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Anviya visits Su Nan's residence, the Drunken Moon Pavilion.
• Su Nan reveals she received an invitation from the Dragon Clan over two million years ago.
• Anviya is shocked and struggles to process this revelation.

Character Developments

• Anviya: Realizes the extent of Su Nan's age and history, leading her to question her own knowledge and understanding of the world.
• Su Nan: Shows a calm and collected demeanor when discussing her extraordinary past, hinting at a complex history and possible unique existence.

Significant Themes

• The existence and nature of the Dragon Clan.
• The concept of "visitors" and their impact on civilizations.
• The passage of time and its effects on individuals and societies.

Character Interactions

• Anviya and Su Nan engage in a serious conversation about Su Nan's past and her status as a "visitor."
• Anviya expresses curiosity and disbelief, while Su Nan remains composed and somewhat evasive about her true nature.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Nan recounts her past experiences with the Dragon Clan and her attempts to guide human civilizations.
• She reveals her frustration at her inability to significantly influence human societies despite her long lifespan and good intentions.
• Anviya and Su Nan discuss the role of war in civilization and its destructive nature.
• Gu Yunxi visits the Origin Mall, and Luo Chuan discusses the upcoming launch of the movie world feature in holographic equipment.

Character Developments

• Su Nan: Reflects on her past failures and expresses her desire to live a peaceful life without interference in human affairs.
• Anviya: Shows empathy and understanding towards Su Nan's experiences and feelings.
• Luo Chuan: Continues to work on the Origin Mall's projects, including the movie world feature for holographic equipment.

Significant Themes

• The impact of long lifespan on perception of time and human affairs.
• The destructive nature of war and its role in civilization development.
• The struggle to influence human societies and the limitations of individual power.

Character Interactions

• Su Nan and Anviya: Share a moment of bonding as Su Nan recounts her past to Anviya, who listens sympathetically.
• Luo Chuan and Gu Yunxi: Discuss the progress of the movie and the upcoming launch of the movie world feature in holographic equipment.
• Yao Ziyan and Luo Chuan: Yao Ziyan nudges Luo Chuan to inquire about the progress of the movie world feature, showing her interest and anticipation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Nan arrives at the Origin Mall with Anviya, sparking Luo Chuan's curiosity about their relationship.
• Anviya reveals that Su Nan has visited the Dragon Clan's world, an independent dimension observing the Tianlan Continent.
• Luo Chuan and Anviya discuss the Dragon Clan's invitation system, with Anviya insisting that some actions are necessary despite potential futility.
• Fan Chengtian arrives, and Su Nan expresses her interest in becoming a tutor at Lingyun Academy.

Character Developments

• Luo Chuan: Shows curiosity about Su Nan and Anviya's relationship, and engages in philosophical discussion with Anviya about necessary actions.
• Anviya: Reveals more about the Dragon Clan's invitation system and expresses her belief in necessary actions.
• Su Nan: Shows interest in teaching at Lingyun Academy, indicating a desire to contribute to the world's development.
• Fan Chengtian: Surprised by Su Nan's request to become a tutor but open to the idea.

Significant Themes

• Necessary Actions: The theme of doing what's necessary, even when the outcome is uncertain, is explored through Anviya and Luo Chuan's conversation.
• Cultural Exchange: The Dragon Clan's invitation system is revealed to be a form of cultural exchange, with potential long-term benefits despite short-term insignificance.
• New Beginnings: Su Nan's desire to teach at Lingyun Academy suggests a new chapter in her life and a commitment to helping others.

Character Interactions

• Luo Chuan & Anviya: Engage in a philosophical discussion about necessary actions and the Dragon Clan's invitation system.
• Su Nan & Fan Chengtian: Su Nan expresses her interest in teaching at Lingyun Academy, and Fan Chengtian considers her request.
• Yao Ziyan & Su Nan: Yao Ziyan supports Su Nan's decision to apply for a teaching position at Lingyun Academy.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Nan, a powerful cultivator, expresses interest in becoming a mentor at Lingyun Academy due to its good treatment.
• Fan Chengtian, the dean, is surprised but agrees to discuss the position with Su Nan.
• Bai, a powerful cultivator working as a zither player in Luoxue Tower, gains fame for her skills and attracts unwanted attention from powerful individuals.
• She maintains a regular schedule, leaving Luoxue Tower punctually each night.

Character Developments

• Su Nan: Shows interest in teaching at Lingyun Academy, possibly for financial reasons.
• Fan Chengtian: Initially skeptical of Su Nan's motives, he eventually agrees to discuss her application.
• Bai: Gains fame and attracts unwanted attention, demonstrating her power and independence.

Significant Themes

• Power and Wealth: The theme of powerful individuals seeking better treatment or wealth is highlighted through Su Nan's application and Bai's fame.
• Regularity and Discipline: Bai's adherence to a regular schedule emphasizes the importance of discipline and routine.

Character Interactions

• Su Nan and Fan Chengtian: Su Nan's application for a mentor position at Lingyun Academy leads to a discussion with Fan Chengtian.
• Bai and Luoxue Tower Guests: Bai's fame attracts various individuals, ranging from admirers to powerful cultivators with ill intentions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Bai returns home after a day out, takes a bath, and falls asleep in the bathtub.
• She has a strange dream about a young man she recently met and various romantic entanglements.
• She realizes this is the second time she's dreamed of him and senses something is amiss.
• She decides to sleep with a protective talisman (golden brocade) given by a monk to prevent further dreams.

Character Developments

• Bai shows her independent and thoughtful nature as she analyzes her dreams and takes action to prevent them.
• She displays her powerful senses and abilities, such as seeing clearly in the dark and having a powerful vision.
• Her love for knowledge and reading is reinforced as she spends her evening reading.

Significant Themes

• The contrast between Bai's demonic nature and her human-like habits and thoughts.
• The power of knowledge and its importance to Bai.
• The struggle between Bai's desire for a peaceful life and the supernatural forces affecting her.

Character Interactions

• Although there are no interactions with other characters in this chapter, Bai's thoughts and actions are influenced by her previous encounter with the young man and the monk who gave her the protective talisman.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jinfeng Temple, a powerful Buddhist sect, receives news of the severe injuries and cultivation regressions of several elders from Empty Cicada Temple.
• An abbot from Empty Cicada Temple recounts their failed attempt to capture a snake demon in Jiangnan, which was thwarted by an unknown monk.
• The snake demon is revealed to be the one they encountered, and she is under the protection of the same monk.
• Future King, a young and powerful monk from Jinfeng Temple, discusses a plan to capture the snake demon using a technique that manipulates destiny.

Character Developments

• Future King: Displayed wisdom, calmness, and a hint of ruthlessness in his determination to capture the snake demon.
• The Abbot of Empty Cicada Temple: Showed regret and acceptance of their failure, understanding that their actions were challenged by the unknown monk's authority.

Significant Themes

• Destiny and predestination: The monks discuss a technique that manipulates destiny, suggesting that the snake demon's fate is predetermined.
• Power dynamics: The relationship between Jinfeng Temple and other smaller temples in Jiangnan highlights the power dynamics within the Buddhist Sect.
• Interference and intervention: The unknown monk's intervention in the snake demon's capture raises questions about the monks' actions and their consequences.

Character Interactions

• Future King and the elderly monks: Future King shows authority and wisdom in discussing the plan to capture the snake demon, while the elderly monks express concern and fear.
• The abbot of Empty Cicada Temple and Future King: The abbot's recounting of the failed capture serves as a warning to Future King, who acknowledges the possibility of the monk's temporary residence in Jiangnan.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xu Xian visits Luoxue Tower every night, observing Miss Bai (White-robed Fairy) without interacting.
• He learns that Miss Bai is skilled in zither playing and has admirers from various powerful sects.
• Xu Xian dreams about Miss Bai and the places they've met in his dreams.
• The Future King discusses the rumors about the Origin Mall with other monks, dismissing it as a joke.
• An unknown entity knocks on the hall door of the temple.

Character Developments

• Xu Xian: Xu Xian's infatuation with Miss Bai grows, consuming his thoughts even in his dreams. He remains an observer, unable to act on his feelings due to their vast differences in status and cultivation.
• The Future King: He expresses skepticism about the Origin Mall rumors but feels there might be more to it. He maintains his composure when faced with the mysterious knocking at the temple door.

Significant Themes

• The gap between the powerful and the ordinary is a prominent theme, reflected in Xu Xian's unrequited admiration for Miss Bai and the monks' dismissal of the Origin Mall's egalitarian policies.
• The theme of control and unpredictability is introduced with the mysterious knocking at the temple door, challenging the Future King's authority and composure.

Character Interactions

• Xu Xian and Miss Bai: Though they haven't interacted directly, Xu Xian's thoughts and dreams revolve around Miss Bai, highlighting his fascination with her.
• The Future King and the elderly monks: They discuss the Origin Mall rumors, reflecting their shared skepticism and the Future King's subtle unease about the situation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A middle-aged monk arrives at Jinfeng Temple late at night, unnoticed by the old monks despite their cultivation.
• He asks Future Wang about the nature of Buddha, Dharma, Sangha, and a person.
• The monk asserts that Buddha is Dharma, and people are Sangha, contradicting Future Wang's interpretation.
• He criticizes the temple's focus on worldly fame and fortune, advising Future Wang to let go of attachments.
• Future Wang reveals he was at Cangxi Ancient Village earlier, where the monk had been staying.
• The monk hints at his vast power and knowledge, suggesting he's from the Western Regions.

Character Developments

• Future Wang: Shows curiosity and slight defensiveness when his interpretations are challenged. Reveals his attachment to his role and the temple's legacy.
• The Middle-Aged Monk (Buddha Lord): Remains calm and composed throughout, displaying profound wisdom and power. He shows concern for Future Wang's spiritual growth and understanding.

Significant Themes

• The true nature of Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha.
• The importance of letting go of attachments and worldly desires in Buddhist practice.
• The vastness and diversity of the world, hinting at the monk's broader perspective.

Character Interactions

• Future Wang and the Middle-Aged Monk: Their interaction is tense yet respectful, with the monk challenging Future Wang's views and offering guidance.
• The old monks and the Middle-Aged Monk: The old monks are wary and unable to sense the monk's presence, highlighting his immense power.