Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• The chapter begins with Metal Leak Point (MLP), the older brother of Metal Rain, addressing the readers.
• MLP announces that there will be no update for the day due to an incident involving Arthur leaving oregano in a book, which led to the book being banned.
• MLP reveals the true reason for the hiatus: Metal Rain wants to go out and play.

Character Developments

• Metal Rain is shown to have a playful side, expressing a desire to go out and enjoy leisure time.
• Metal Leak Point demonstrates responsibility and understanding, taking a day off to accommodate his younger brother's wishes.

Significant Themes

• Brotherly bond: The chapter highlights the strong bond between Metal Leak Point and Metal Rain, with MLP prioritizing his brother's happiness.
• Honesty vs. Excuses: MLP initially uses a humorous excuse for the hiatus but later reveals the truth, emphasizing the importance of honesty.

Character Interactions

• The chapter focuses on the interaction between Metal Leak Point and Metal Rain, with MLP catering to his younger brother's wishes.
• MLP also interacts with the readers, using humor and a friendly tone to communicate the reason for the hiatus.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ansu uses the 'Order Return' spell, empowered by the Child of Blessing, to return all the wealth Mr. Deep Sea had accumulated to the people of Chaos Stronghold.
• Mr. Deep Sea, enraged, attempts to harm Ansu but is restricted by their contract.
• Ansu reveals that he has inherited the wealth of the dead through the 'Chaos Correction' law, effectively laundering Mr. Deep Sea's money.
• Mr. Deep Sea, now bankrupt, tries to leave but is stopped by Ansu.
• Ansu reminds Mr. Deep Sea of his debt to his employees, leading to a horde of Fallen Angels devouring him to collect the debt.

Character Developments

• Ansu: Proves his intelligence and cunning by outmaneuvering Mr. Deep Sea and completing his mission to eliminate the impoverished population (Mr. Deep Sea).
• Mr. Deep Sea: Loses everything, including his wealth and dignity, and is reduced to the status of the poorest person in Chaos Stronghold.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics between the rich and the poor, and how Ansu subverts this dynamic.
• The consequences of exploiting and oppressing the weak.
• The importance of contracts and the law, and how they can be used to one's advantage or disadvantage.

Character Interactions

• Ansu and Mr. Deep Sea: Their interaction highlights the power imbalance between them, with Ansu continually outsmarting Mr. Deep Sea.
• Ansu and the Fallen Angels: Ansu uses the Fallen Angels to collect the debt owed to them, further emphasizing his control over the situation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ansu completes his mission in Chaos Stronghold, inheriting the Deep Sea Family's wealth and evolving his Fallen Angels.
• He learns about the Red Moon's fall, his next main mission.
• Ansu decides to leave for the Holy City, Avad.

Character Developments

• Ansu: Completes his mission, gains wealth and powerful allies (Fallen Angels), and learns about his next mission. He feels guilty for forgetting Liszt and Arthur.
• Liszt and Arthur: They are captured and tortured psychologically by being left waiting for surgery for a day and night. They lose hope and beg for death.

Significant Themes

• The Age of Chaos' brutality and lawlessness.
• The power dynamics and exploitation in Chaos Stronghold.
• The theme of poverty alleviation, as Ansu aims to help the oppressed.
• The importance of brotherhood and loyalty, highlighted by Ansu's guilt for forgetting Liszt and Arthur.

Character Interactions

• Ansu feels guilty for forgetting Liszt and Arthur, leading to a tense moment when he finds them.
• Liszt and Arthur, desperate and hopeless, beg for death, unaware it's Ansu at the door.
• Ansu's interaction with the Fallen Angels shows his control and understanding of their abilities.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ansu arrives at the Chaos Stronghold and finds Arthur and Liszt, who have been experimented on by Fallen Angels.
• Ansu absorbs the mana from Arthur and Liszt using the Fallen Angels, temporarily increasing his power.
• Ansu shares a dramatic story about the origin of the Fallen Angels, involving a mosquito, Count Dracula, and a Rainbow Elf.
• The Chaos Administration Bureau, led by an envoy from the Holy City, arrives, surrounding the small hut where Ansu and the others are located.

Character Developments

• Ansu: Shows his power and cunning by absorbing mana from Arthur and Liszt. He also demonstrates his storytelling skills, weaving a dramatic tale to distract his companions.
• Arthur and Liszt: Suffer from the experiments conducted on them by the Fallen Angels. They feel guilty for their initial plan to exploit Ansu but are quickly reminded of his wealth when they learn about his eighty-thousand-gold-coin inheritance.

Significant Themes

• Friendship and Betrayal: Ansu's actions towards Arthur and Liszt highlight the theme of friendship, as he absorbs their power to save them, while also betraying their trust. The theme of betrayal is evident in the story Ansu tells about the mosquito and its lovers.
• Power and Wealth: Ansu's inheritance of eighty thousand gold coins emphasizes the power and wealth he possesses, which is a significant motivator for Arthur and Liszt's actions.

Character Interactions

• Ansu, Arthur, and Liszt: Despite their initial plan to exploit Ansu, Arthur and Liszt feel guilty and are willing to help him fight against the Chaos Administration Bureau. Ansu, however, remains calm and collected, indicating that he might have a plan to deal with the situation.
• Ansu and the Chaos Administration Bureau: Ansu's calm demeanor suggests that he is not intimidated by the presence of the Chaos Administration Bureau, hinting at a potential confrontation or negotiation between them.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ansu, Liszt, and Arthur are confronted by an envoy from the Chaos Administration Bureau, who reveals that Ansu has inherited 800,000 Gold Coins, incurring a 20% property tax of 4 million Gold Coins.
• The envoy reveals that Ansu's actions have drawn wanted orders from the Holy City, with Liszt and Arthur's aliases exposed.
• Ansu uses his knowledge of the Chaos Law to argue that the inherited property is not taxable as it was acquired illegally.
• The envoy, a Pureblood Demon, reveals that Avad can only be entered through the shadow world, and they arrive in Avad via a shadow passage.
• Ansu sees the peaceful, orderly, and environmentally friendly city of Avad, with Human Batteries powering the city and a Fate Ladder leading to the Chaos Council.

Character Developments

• Ansu demonstrates his understanding of the Chaos Law and his ability to navigate complex situations, further solidifying his position as a future Chaos Councilor.
• Liszt and Arthur's true identities are revealed, showing their past actions have caught up with them.
• The envoy, a Pureblood Demon, showcases his knowledge of the Chaos Law and his role as a gatekeeper to Avad.

Significant Themes

• The complexity and chaos of the law in Avad, with Ansu's interpretation of the property tax law being an example.
• The contrast between the grim reputation of Avad and its peaceful, orderly reality.
• The use of Shadow Magic and the shadow world as a means of travel and control in Avad.

Character Interactions

• Ansu, Liszt, and Arthur interact with the envoy, with Ansu using his knowledge of the law to outmaneuver the envoy, while Liszt and Arthur try to maintain their aliases.
• The envoy reveals information about Liszt and Arthur's past actions, causing them to realize their true identities have been exposed.
• Ansu, Liszt, and Arthur arrive in Avad together, witnessing the city's unique environment and order.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ansu finds Luojia Faste in Avad, where she's opened a cake shop.
• Luojia serves Ansu a cake, which he finds inedible and suspects is made from Luo Xiaohei's feces.
• Luojia reveals she's been making a fortune with her inverted dark talent, which blasphemes all things, creating products used for various purposes other than eating.
• The cake shop is located in a prime location, and Luojia reveals she's been using her earnings to rent it.
• Luojia admits she's been waiting for Ansu at the cake shop, as she believes it's the most beautiful place in Avad and where he would find her.

Character Developments

• Ansu: Shows concern and care for Luojia, despite finding her cake inedible. He's willing to eat it to make her happy.
• Luojia Faste: Reveals her business acumen and wealth, gained from selling her inverted dark talent's creations. She's open about her feelings for Ansu and her desire for him to like her as she is.

Significant Themes

• Inversion: Luojia's inverted dark talent is the source of her wealth and power, but it also makes her cakes inedible and dangerous.
• Beauty and Perception: Luojia believes the cake shop is the most beautiful place in Avad, and she wants Ansu to see it and her the same way.
• Wealth and Power: Luojia's wealth gives her confidence and the ability to pursue what she wants, including Ansu's affection.

Character Interactions

• Ansu and Luojia: Their interaction is playful and teasing, with Luojia trying to get Ansu to admit he likes her and her cake shop. Ansu is willing to indulge her, showing he cares for her feelings.
• Ansu and Luo Xiaohei: Ansu's comparison of Luojia's cake to Luo Xiaohei's feces highlights his disdain for the cake's taste and appearance.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Gold Coin Raindrop (GCR) requests leave from work due to her brother, Metal Raindrop (MRD), being injured.
• MRD was knocked out by a Metal Rain attack on Chaos Stronghold.

Character Developments

• GCR demonstrates concern and responsibility for her brother's well-being, showing her caring nature.
• MRD's injury hints at the dangerous nature of their environment and the potential consequences of Metal Rain attacks.

Significant Themes

• Family responsibility: GCR's primary concern is her brother's health, highlighting the importance of family in her life.
• Danger and consequence: MRD's injury serves as a reminder of the risks they face due to Metal Rain attacks.

Character Interactions

• GCR interacts with her colleagues, informing them of her brother's condition and requesting leave.
• Though not directly present, MRD's condition influences GCR's actions and decisions, showing the bond between the siblings.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ansu reveals he earns 800,000 gold coins a day, shocking Luojia.
• Luojia tries to 'support' Ansu, but he remains unmoved.
• Ansu and Luojia discuss their plans for the election and the Main Missions.
• Ansu decides to use 'Idols' for his political propaganda and promises to shut down Luojia's cake shop after winning.

Character Developments

• Ansu: Shows his determination and strategy for the election. He's willing to spend all his money on propaganda and has a clear vision for his policies.
• Luojia: Becomes more open and shameless in her attempts to 'support' Ansu. She also shows concern for Ansu's plans and is willing to help.

Significant Themes

• The power of money in politics.
• The importance of propaganda and policies in elections.
• The contrast between Ansu's straightforward approach and the usual political strategies.

Character Interactions

• Ansu and Luojia's dynamic shifts as they discuss their plans. Luojia becomes more open, and Ansu shows his determination and sincerity.
• Ansu's interactions with the 'Idols' (Border Girl Group) are hinted at, showing his unbreakable bond with them.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ansu reveals his intention to run for councilor, aiming to close Luojia's shop to gain votes.
• Luojia agrees to close her shop in exchange for a reward equivalent to its market value (300,000 gold coins).
• Ansu convinces Arthur and Liszt to become idols and seduce politicians to gain votes, using their brotherhood bond to motivate them.
• Luojia closes her shop, further solidifying Ansu's resolve to win the election.
• Ansu reveals his plan to make a dazzling debut by going to jail.

Character Developments

• Ansu: Shows strategic thinking and determination in his political ambitions. He's willing to go to great lengths, including going to jail, to make a memorable debut.
• Luojia: Demonstrates strong resolve and determination in her support for Ansu. She's willing to close her successful shop to help him, showing her commitment to their shared cause.
• Arthur & Liszt: Initially hesitant, they're motivated by Ansu's words and their competitive spirit. They agree to become idols to seduce politicians, showing their dedication to their brotherhood and the cause.

Significant Themes

• Brotherhood: The bond between Ansu, Arthur, and Liszt is a driving force in their actions. They're willing to make significant sacrifices for each other and their shared goals.
• Determination: All main characters show unwavering determination in their respective roles, whether it's Ansu in his political ambitions, Luojia in her support for him, or Arthur and Liszt in their willingness to become idols.
• Sacrifice: Each character is willing to make significant sacrifices for their cause, whether it's closing a successful shop, becoming idols, or going to jail.

Character Interactions

• Ansu & Luojia: Their interactions show a growing understanding and mutual respect. Luojia is willing to support Ansu's political ambitions, while Ansu is willing to pay a high price to gain her support.
• Ansu, Arthur, & Liszt: Their interactions highlight their strong brotherhood bond. Ansu uses this bond to motivate Arthur and Liszt to make significant sacrifices for their cause.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ansu announces he's going to jail to gain a three-generation criminal record to enhance his political image.
• The Chaos City Guards arrive to arrest Ansu on suspicion of being a spy due to his 'Child of Blessing' physique.
• Ansu is taken to the infamous 'Demon Prison' for a rushed trial, which he welcomes.
• Luojia reminds Ansu of his debt to her, and Ansu promises to return quickly.
• Ansu learns that Enya Morningstar is not the one who proposed his arrest; it's Cersei Morningstar.

Character Developments

• Ansu displays ruthlessness and political acumen, embracing his arrest to gain reputation and political capital.
• Luojia shows concern for Ansu's well-being and reminds him of his debt to her.
• Mr. Demon, the leader of the City Guards, is portrayed as efficient and stern, but also somewhat petty.

Significant Themes

• Ruthlessness and determination in politics.
• The power of reputation and image in gaining political capital.
• The chaotic nature of Avad and its institutions.

Character Interactions

• Ansu and Luojia: They share a close bond, with Luojia showing concern for Ansu and Ansu promising to return quickly.
• Ansu and Mr. Demon: Their interaction is tense, with Ansu showing disdain for Mr. Demon's efficiency and Mr. Demon growing increasingly annoyed with Ansu's attitude.
• Ansu and the City Guards: Ansu shows no fear or respect for the City Guards, treating his arrest as an opportunity rather than a threat.

Plot Points & Events

• Ansu is arrested and taken to the Succubus Prison (First Prison) by Mr. Demon.
• Ansu encounters a Succubus, who tries to tempt him with illusions of his deepest desires.
• Ansu resists the temptation and uses his knowledge of cyber culture to outsmart the Succubus, infecting her with 'venereal disease' in the illusion, which affects her in reality.
• Mr. Demon decides to take Ansu to meet the 'Fierce Tiger of Chaos' in the Beastmen sector, revealing that the monster's name is Luo Xiaobai.

Character Developments

• Ansu demonstrates his strong willpower and quick thinking, resisting the Succubus's illusion and turning the tables on her.
• Mr. Demon shows his disdain for Ansu, initially underestimating him but later becoming more cautious.

Significant Themes

• The power of desire and temptation, and the consequences of giving in to them.
• The use of one's unique knowledge and skills to overcome challenges.

Character Interactions

• Ansu interacts with the Succubus, initially tempted but ultimately outsmarting her.
• Ansu and Mr. Demon have a tense exchange, with Mr. Demon initially dismissive but later more respectful towards Ansu.

Plot Points and Events

• Mr. Demon reveals that Luo Xiaobai, now known as the Shameless Tiger, has created a new law in Chaos Prison: the Cute Animal Protection Law.
• Ansu enters the prison's Cat Zone, where all inmates have become filial sons of Luo Xiaobai due to her law.
• Luo Xiaobai, atop the prison church, delivers her morning 'sermon' (actually just crowing like a rooster).

Character Developments

• Ansu: Becomes more serious and determined upon learning about Luo Xiaobai's law-creating ability.
• Luo Xiaobai: Further demonstrates her chaotic and powerful nature, gaining followers and controlling the prison.

Significant Themes

• Chaos and Order: Luo Xiaobai's law brings chaos to the prison, challenging the existing order.
• Power and Influence: Luo Xiaobai's ability to create a law and gain followers showcases her immense power and influence.

Character Interactions

• Ansu and Luo Xiaobai: Their interaction is imminent, with Ansu expressing his love for cats and Luo Xiaobai about to notice him.
• Inmates and Luo Xiaobai: The inmates worship Luo Xiaobai, with some even becoming filial sons due to her law.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Luo Xiaobai, a cat who gained power through the Cute Animal Protection Law, confronts Ansu Morningstar in the prison.
• Ansu uses a Fallen Angel, a creature Luo Xiaobai fears, against her.
• Ansu inverts the Fallen Angel using his Reversed Pope ability, turning it into a Flower Fairy, which drains Luo Xiaobai's blood and assets.
• Luo Xiaobai's followers abandon her, as the Flower Fairy is now the cutest creature and thus their master according to the law.

Character Developments

• Luo Xiaobai: Initially confident in her power, she becomes vulnerable and pitiful when faced with Ansu's strategy. She surrenders to Ansu.
• Ansu Morningstar: He demonstrates his cunning and strategic thinking by using Luo Xiaobai's law against her. He gains control of the prison and its inhabitants.

Significant Themes

• The power of cuteness and its manipulation.
• The inversion of power dynamics and the consequences of one's own rules.
• The concept of 'universal love, equality, filial piety' in Ansu's actions.

Character Interactions

• Luo Xiaobai and Ansu Morningstar: Their interaction shows a clear power struggle, with Ansu outsmarting Luo Xiaobai.
• Luo Xiaobai and her followers: They abandon Luo Xiaobai when the Flower Fairy becomes the cutest creature, highlighting their loyalty to the law rather than their master.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Reverse Pope's effect ends, leaving two minutes remaining.
• Luo Xiaobai's money is taken, and she's abused by the Flower Fairy.
• Ansu reveals that the Flower Fairy's genes can be passed down, and he plans to mate it with a Fallen Angel.
• Ansu wants to gain the support of the inmate leaders for the upcoming Grand Election.
• Ansu proposes a blood pact to form a family bond with the inmates, using the Azure Redemption Holy Blade.

Character Developments

• Luo Xiaobai: Despite her situation, she remains defiant and mocks Ansu.
• Ansu: He shows political correctness and willingness to appease the inmates, but his true intentions are sinister.
• The inmates: They are manipulated by the Flower Fairy and Luo Xiaobai's law, and they agree to the blood pact without understanding its true implications.

Significant Themes

• Manipulation and control: Ansu manipulates the inmates through the Flower Fairy and Luo Xiaobai's law, and he uses the blood pact to gain control over them.
• Deception: Ansu deceives the inmates about his true intentions, presenting a kind and caring facade while planning something sinister.
• Power dynamics: Ansu seeks to gain power and influence within the Chaos Prison and Avad, while the inmates are powerless to resist his manipulation.

Character Interactions

• Ansu and Luo Xiaobai: They maintain their antagonistic relationship, with Luo Xiaobai mocking Ansu and Ansu plotting against her.
• Ansu and the inmates: Ansu deceives the inmates into forming a family bond with him, while they are manipulated into agreeing without understanding the true consequences.
• The inmates among themselves: They support each other and agree to the blood pact, unaware of Ansu's true intentions.

Summary of Chapter: Ansu's Second Stage, The Delicious Child

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ansu Milton, a Pureblood Human, the Richest Man in the Outer City, and a Chaos Preliminary Councilor, is to be tried in the Trial Plaza of Avad.
• The trial is expected to be a spectacle as it's the first time a Chaos Councilor is being tried.
• Ansu is suspected to be the prophesied Child of Blessing, a status lower than a Child of Curse in Farol, and is to undergo the Seven Gods Ritual.
• The trial is presided over by Smael Smile, also known as Mrs. Smile, a candidate for the position of Chaos Saintess and one of the most favored by the Chaos Mother Gods.
• Ansu spends ten minutes in Chaos Prison before the trial, during which he performs a sacrifice, turning all the prisoners into dust.
• Ansu begins the trial by raising a cup of blood towards the audience, signaling the start of the second round.

Character Developments

• Ansu Milton: He remains calm and composed throughout the trial, displaying no fear or anxiety. He shows his power and influence by turning all the prisoners into dust, indicating his growth and confidence.
• Smael Smile (Mrs. Smile): She is introduced as a powerful and favored figure in Avad, with six Mother God's blessings, making her a formidable opponent for Ansu.

Significant Themes

• Chaos vs. Order: The theme of chaos is prevalent in Avad, with the citizens craving chaos and pleasure. Ansu, as a Child of Blessing, represents order and is seen as a threat to this chaos.
• Power and Influence: The power dynamics between Ansu and the other characters are explored, with Ansu's influence growing despite his status as a prisoner.
• Sacrifice: The sacrifice performed by Ansu in the prison highlights the theme of sacrifice and its consequences.

Character Interactions

• Ansu Milton vs. Smael Smile: The tension between Ansu and Mrs. Smile builds as they prepare to face off in the trial. Their interaction is implied rather than explicit in this chapter.
• Ansu Milton vs. Mr. Demon: Mr. Demon, who had previously favored Luo Xiaobai (now Ansu), is now Ansu's opponent. Their relationship is complex and not fully explored in this chapter.
• Ansu Milton vs. the Prisoners: Ansu's interaction with the prisoners in the prison is one-sided, with him turning them into dust as a sacrifice.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ansu receives substantial rewards from the Mother Goddess of Life after she consumes the Rainbow Candy, including prisoners for sacrifice.
• Ansu's first sacrifice of the autumn allows him to break through physically and his River of Life source becomes denser.
• Ansu is taken to the Trial Plaza for his trial, with Mrs. Smile as the accuser.
• Mrs. Smile uses her 'Chaos Law' to infect the crowd with diseases, gaining support.
• Ansu announces his intention to accept the trial and make the Chaos Kingdom greater.

Character Developments

• Ansu: He gains physical strength and his River of Life source becomes denser after the sacrifice. He shows no fear or anger towards Mrs. Smile's insults, displaying calm and serenity.
• Mrs. Smile: She uses her power to gain support and intimidate Ansu. She believes Ansu likes her and that he has no chance of winning the Seven Gods Judgment.

Significant Themes

• Sacrifice and its consequences: Ansu's sacrifice brings him strength but also draws the attention of the Mother Goddess of Life.
• Power dynamics: Mrs. Smile uses her power to gain support and control the situation, while Ansu remains calm and composed.
• The struggle against oppression: Ansu's trial represents his struggle against the oppressive forces in the Chaos Kingdom.

Character Interactions

• Ansu and Mrs. Smile: They have a tense interaction, with Mrs. Smile trying to intimidate Ansu and Ansu remaining calm and composed.
• Ansu and the Chaos Citizens: Ansu's arrival at the Trial Plaza is met with cheers from the crowd, showing their support for him.
• Ansu and Mr. Demon: Mr. Demon explains the rules of the Seven Gods Judgment to Ansu, showing a level of respect and understanding towards him.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ansu reveals he's cultivated a batch of Chaos Fallen Angels, which he offers to the Calamity Mother God.
• The Fallen Angels descend upon the Court of Judgment, causing a shift in momentum and increasing Ansu's support rate.
• Mrs. Smile uses various insults and curses to try and discredit Ansu, but he remains unfazed.
• Ansu reveals that he has prepared a million Fallen Angels to drain the blood of all Healthy Citizens, causing a Black Death-like phenomenon.
• The Fallen Angels bite the Dark Element supporters of the Correct Faction, causing them to crave Holy Water, which is only available from Luojia Faste's reformed cake shop.

Character Developments

• Ansu demonstrates his resilience and calm under pressure, as well as his strategic thinking and cunning.
• Mrs. Smile shows her eloquence and skill in verbal sparring, but also her growing frustration and anxiety as her tactics fail against Ansu.
• The Chaos Citizens and judges show their admiration for the Fallen Angels and their support for Ansu, while also expressing their shock and dismay at the Black Death-like phenomenon.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics between the upper class and the common people.
• The use of calamities and chaos as a means of control and oppression.
• The importance of honesty and authenticity in a world filled with deception and manipulation.

Character Interactions

• Ansu and Mrs. Smile engage in a verbal sparring match, with Ansu remaining calm and composed despite Mrs. Smile's insults and curses.
• The Chaos Citizens and judges watch the exchange with varying levels of admiration, shock, and dismay.
• The Fallen Angels interact with the Dark Element supporters of the Correct Faction, causing them to crave Holy Water.

Plot Points and Events

• Ansu releases Fallen Angels carrying the Holy Water Virus, causing citizens to crave Holy Water.
• Ansu reveals his 'Holy Water Milk Tea Shop' (renamed 'Blood Dripping Ice City'), providing free Holy Water drinks to those supporting him.
• The shop's popularity leads to a surge in Ansu's approval rating.
• Mrs. Smile initiates the final judgment ritual, inviting the Seven Gods for direct judgment.

Character Developments

• Ansu demonstrates his business acumen and political maneuvering by franchising his shop and gaining support.
• Mrs. Smile shows desperation and willingness to take risks to maintain her lead.

Significant Themes

• The power of manipulation and influence (Ansu's shop, Mrs. Smile's judgment ritual).
• The struggle for control and power (Ansu vs. Mrs. Smile, politicians vs. Ansu).

Character Interactions

• Ansu and Mrs. Smile's political rivalry intensifies.
• Ansu interacts with the public through his shop, gaining their support.
• Mr. Demon shows hostility towards Ansu, while the politicians show interest in his business proposal.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ansu undergoes the Seven Gods Ritual trial in the Court of Judgment, with Mr. Demon as the supervisor.
• The trial involves seven demigod-grade candles, each representing a different aspect (Pain and Blood, Alchemy and Human Body, Calamity, Life and Sacrifice, etc.).
• Ansu's past experiences and memories related to each aspect manifest as illusions, causing the corresponding candles to ignite and create powerful flames.
• The trial causes significant destruction to the Court of Judgment's defensive arrays and structures.

Character Developments

• Ansu: Demonstrates immense emotional resilience and a profound understanding of pain, alchemy, and calamity, attracting the attention of the Mother Goddess of Suffering, the Alchemy Body, and the Calamity Mother God.
• Mr. Demon: Initially underestimates Ansu but becomes increasingly alarmed by the extent of destruction caused by Ansu's trial, leading him to urge Ansu to hurry up and finish.

Significant Themes

• The power of memories and experiences in shaping one's character and abilities.
• The destructive potential of unchecked emotions and forces, represented by the intense flames and explosions caused by Ansu's trial.

Character Interactions

• Ansu and Mr. Demon: Ansu shows respect and compliance towards Mr. Demon, while Mr. Demon becomes increasingly concerned and alarmed by Ansu's trial.
• Ansu and Mrs. Smile: Mrs. Smile initially underestimates Ansu but becomes shocked and disheartened as Ansu's trial unfolds, causing her to question her own abilities and worth.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ansu's life trial begins with the lighting of the demigod-tier Life Candle.
• Despite the candle's failure to ignite initially, Ansu drips his blood onto it, causing a massive explosion and chain reaction of other candles.
• The explosion leads to the destruction of the Court of Judgment's alchemy array and the death of many priests and nobles.
• Ansu's approval rating increases significantly among the citizens.

Character Developments

• Ansu demonstrates his power and determination by triggering the explosion and chain reaction, revealing his true strength.
• Mr. Demon regrets not embezzling Ansu's blood earlier and realizes the significance of Ansu being the Child of Curse.
• Mrs. Smile, the leader of the Correct Faction, is humiliated and forced to concede, leading to a drop in her approval rating.

Significant Themes

• Power and its consequences: Ansu's display of power leads to destruction and death, highlighting the double-edged nature of power.
• Divine intervention and judgment: The Mother Goddess of Life's preference for Ansu's blood over a demigod's blood suggests divine favor and judgment.
• The struggle for control: Ansu's assertion of his role as the new Chief Judge reflects his desire to gain power and influence within the Court of Judgment.

Character Interactions

• Ansu and the Inquisitors: Ansu defies the Inquisitors' orders to stop the ritual, asserting his dominance and refusing to back down.
• Ansu and Mrs. Smile: Ansu's actions lead to Mrs. Smile's humiliation and loss of power, reflecting their ongoing conflict.
• Ansu and Mr. Demon: Mr. Demon's realization about Ansu's true identity as the Child of Curse leads to regret and a shift in his perception of Ansu's power.