Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shi Tiexin, a martial arts expert from another world, faces off against delinquents in his new school.
• He uses his overwhelming presence and fighting spirit to intimidate and defeat the delinquents, starting with their leader, Teng Chaoguo, and his subordinates.
• Shi Tiexin's superior strength, physique, and fighting skills make him nearly unstoppable in close combat against ordinary opponents.

Character Developments

• Shi Tiexin: Proven to be a formidable fighter with immense presence and skill, capable of defeating multiple opponents with ease.
• Teng Chaoguo: Initially feared due to his disregard for human life, but appears weak and ineffective against Shi Tiexin.
• The delinquents: Revealed to be amateurish and unable to cope with Shi Tiexin's fighting spirit and skills.

Significant Themes

• The importance of presence and fighting spirit in combat.
• The disparity between professional fighters and amateurs.
• The role of physical strength and physique in close combat.

Character Interactions

• Shi Tiexin vs. Teng Chaoguo and his subordinates: Shi Tiexin's overwhelming presence and skills lead to an easy victory, intimidating and defeating the delinquents.
• Teng Chaoguo's subordinates: They attempt to attack Shi Tiexin but are easily defeated, highlighting their amateurish skills and lack of fighting spirit.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shi Tiexin challenges Black Hand Hungry Tiger (Teng Chaoguo) to a one-on-one fight in the Black Toilet to defend his class's honor.
• The fight takes place, and Shi Tiexin emerges victorious, but he returns to the toilet to finish his business, humiliating Teng Chaoguo.
• Teng Chaoguo attempts to stab Shi Tiexin from behind but fails and is subsequently humiliated further.

Character Developments

• Shi Tiexin: Proves himself as a formidable fighter, showing no fear against multiple opponents. He also displays a calm and collected demeanor, even in the face of Teng Chaoguo's attempted assassination.
• Teng Chaoguo: Reveals his cowardly nature by attacking Shi Tiexin from behind. His attempt to stab Shi Tiexin shows his desperation and willingness to do anything to win.

Significant Themes

• Bravery vs. Cowardice: Shi Tiexin's actions contrast with Teng Chaoguo's cowardice, highlighting the theme of bravery in the face of adversity.
• Humiliation and Dignity: The incident in the Black Toilet serves as a humiliation for Teng Chaoguo, emphasizing the importance of dignity and respect in the eyes of others.

Character Interactions

• Shi Tiexin vs. Teng Chaoguo: The main conflict of the chapter, showcasing Shi Tiexin's strength and Teng Chaoguo's cowardice.
• Zhou Nan's Observations: Zhou Nan's presence serves as a narrator, providing insights into the events unfolding in the Black Toilet and his own confusion and disbelief.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A rumor spreads about Shi Tiexin, a senior who defeated Teng Chaoguo and his clique, and shoved Teng into a urine bucket again.
• Shi Tiexin skips geography class to wash his clothes and sort through his belongings, discovering various Heart Arts manuals and Auxiliary Cultivation Manuals.
• He visits the dormitory lobby and uses an old-fashioned weight scale and height rod to measure himself, finding his weight and height unsatisfactory.
• Shi Tiexin decides to resume cultivating his essence to strengthen his body and improve his punching power.

Character Developments

• Shi Tiexin shows his fierce righteousness and loyalty to his class by defeating Teng Chaoguo and his clique.
• He demonstrates self-awareness and a desire to improve, deciding to cultivate his essence to enhance his physical prowess.
• Teng Chaoguo is shown to be weak and cowardly, unable to withstand Shi Tiexin's punches.

Significant Themes

• Strength and Power: Shi Tiexin's realization of his weak physical condition drives him to resume cultivating his essence to gain strength.
• Loyalty and Righteousness: Shi Tiexin's actions reflect his loyalty to his class and his desire to uphold justice.
• Self-Improvement: Shi Tiexin's decision to cultivate his essence shows his desire to improve himself and overcome his current limitations.

Character Interactions

• The students of Class 28 admire Shi Tiexin's actions and wait for him at the class entrance, but he's absent as he's washing his clothes.
• Shi Tiexin interacts with the janitor briefly, who rolls his eyes at Shi Tiexin's self-perceived shortness and light weight.
• There's no direct interaction with other characters in this chapter, but Shi Tiexin's actions influence the students' perception of him.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shi Tiexin learns about the importance of essence cultivation in martial arts, especially for using basic techniques effectively.
• He realizes he's too weak and hungry, struggling to even attend class.
• At the cafeteria, he finds his student card has no money, causing him to panic and consider asking his classmate, Zhou Nan, for help.

Character Developments

• Shi Tiexin: Despite his hunger and weakness, he remains determined and resourceful, showing a strategic mind when he decides to ask Zhou Nan for help.
• Zhou Nan: Initially timid and fearful of Shi Tiexin, he becomes overly enthusiastic and subservient when faced with Shi Tiexin's direct attention, indicating a shift in his attitude towards Shi Tiexin.

Significant Themes

• Weakness and Strength: Shi Tiexin's physical weakness contrasts with his mental strength and determination.
• Power Dynamics: The interaction between Shi Tiexin and Zhou Nan highlights the power dynamics between them, with Zhou Nan's subservient behavior indicating a shift in their relationship.

Character Interactions

• Shi Tiexin and Zhou Nan: Their interaction is marked by a power imbalance, with Zhou Nan's fear of Shi Tiexin leading him to serve Shi Tiexin enthusiastically.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shi Tiexin, unsatisfied with his food, decides to take it from Teng Chaoguo's lackeys.
• He approaches the four lackeys in the cafeteria and extorts their food, specifically targeting the lean meat and dipping vegetables in their soup.
• Shi Tiexin declares that they must provide him with food every meal.

Character Developments

• Shi Tiexin: Shows his dominance and assertiveness, demonstrating his ability to take control and extort others.
• Zhou Nan: Realizes Shi Tiexin's power and decides to continue his backstabbing scheme, using the lackeys as his meal tickets.
• The four lackeys: Experience a reversal of fortune, going from bullies to the bullied, and feel powerless and wronged.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and dominance: Shi Tiexin asserts his power over the lackeys, while Zhou Nan manipulates the situation to his advantage.
• Karma and retribution: The lackeys feel that their bullying has come back to haunt them, reflecting a sense of poetic justice.
• The importance of balance and sustainability: Shi Tiexin emphasizes the need for a balanced diet and steady food supply.

Character Interactions

• Shi Tiexin and the four lackeys: Shi Tiexin dominates the interaction, extorting food from the lackeys, who feel helpless and wronged.
• Zhou Nan and the four lackeys: Zhou Nan manipulates the situation to his advantage, using the lackeys as his meal tickets, further emphasizing their powerlessness.
• Shi Tiexin and Zhou Nan: Although they interact briefly, Zhou Nan's true feelings and intentions remain hidden from Shi Tiexin.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shi Tiexin and his classmates are bullied by Zhou Nan and his group, who force them to call Shi Tiexin their grandfather.
• Zhou Nan suggests that the Trash Class students find a certain person to get rid of Shi Tiexin.
• Shi Tiexin discovers that his Essence Cultivation Technique is progressing faster than expected, potentially due to the food he ate at the cafeteria.

Character Developments

• Zhou Nan: Reveals his manipulative nature and enjoys watching others suffer.
• Shi Tiexin: Discovers an unexpected acceleration in his Essence Cultivation Technique, leading him to question the nature of the food he consumed.

Significant Themes

• Bullying and manipulation: Zhou Nan's actions highlight the power dynamics and bullying culture within the school.
• The power of food: The potential impact of the cafeteria food on Shi Tiexin's cultivation raises questions about the value and importance of food in the story's universe.

Character Interactions

• Zhou Nan and the Trash Class students: Zhou Nan manipulates the students, making them call Shi Tiexin their grandfather and suggesting they find someone to eliminate him.
• Shi Tiexin and himself: Shi Tiexin reflects on his cultivation progress and tries to understand the cause behind the acceleration.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Four students, lackeys of Teng Chaoguo, complain to the disciplinary teacher, Zheng Kaiming, about being beaten up.
• They accuse Shi Tiexin, a first-year student, of the assault.
• The incident occurred during a break behind the No. 4 teaching building.

Character Developments

• Zheng Kaiming: Initially shocked and disbelieving, he becomes irritated and frustrated with the students' false accusations and nonsense.
• The four students: They display cowardice, cunning, and a lack of integrity in their attempt to frame Shi Tiexin.

Significant Themes

• Absurdity: The situation is absurd, with students falsely accusing another student of assault to get him expelled.
• Integrity vs. Deception: The four students' lack of integrity is contrasted with Zheng Kaiming's desire for truth and justice.

Character Interactions

• Zheng Kaiming interacts with the four students, trying to get to the truth of the matter.
• The four students interact with each other, trying to maintain their false narrative.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Four lackeys accuse Shi Tiexin of beating them and Teng Chaoguo.
• Zheng Kaiming, the dean, investigates, suspecting the lackeys' claims.
• He visits the Black Toilet, finding no evidence of the alleged incident.
• Zheng Kaiming takes the lackeys to Class 28 to find witnesses.

Character Developments

• Zheng Kaiming: Shows skepticism and thoroughness in his investigation.
• The four lackeys: Initially arrogant and deceitful, they become desperate and fearful as their lies unravel.

Significant Themes

• Truth vs. Deception: The lackeys' lies are gradually exposed, highlighting the power of truth.
• Justice: Zheng Kaiming's meticulous investigation reflects his commitment to justice.

Character Interactions

• Zheng Kaiming vs. The four lackeys: Zheng Kaiming's disbelief and growing suspicion challenge the lackeys' claims.
• Class 28 students vs. The four lackeys: The students' contempt for the lackeys' actions is evident.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Class 28 students collectively refuse to testify against Shi Tiexin, emboldened by his stand against the bullies.
• The four lackeys attempt to pressure Zhao Qingmiao, the most timid student in Class 28, into testifying against Shi Tiexin.
• Detective Zheng Kaiming intervenes, scolds the four lackeys, and publicly reprimands them for falsely accusing Shi Tiexin.
• Zheng Kaiming notices anomalies in the Black Toilet and decides to call Shi Tiexin to his office for a talk.

Character Developments

• Shi Tiexin: Gains respect and support from Class 28 students for standing up to the bullies.
• Zhao Qingmiao: Shows unexpected courage in defending Shi Tiexin, despite his timid nature.
• Zheng Kaiming: Demonstrates his support for Shi Tiexin and his commitment to uncovering the truth, despite initial appearances of bias.
• The four lackeys and Teng Chaoguo: Lose influence and respect as their bullying tactics backfire.

Significant Themes

• Standing up against injustice and bullying.
• The power of collective support and unity.
• The consequences of false accusations and manipulation.
• The struggle between truth and falsehood.

Character Interactions

• Shi Tiexin and Class 28 students: United in their refusal to testify against Shi Tiexin, showing solidarity and support.
• Zheng Kaiming and the four lackeys: Zheng Kaiming publicly scolds and reprimands the lackeys for their false accusations.
• Zheng Kaiming and Zhao Qingmiao: Zheng Kaiming questions Zhao Qingmiao about Shi Tiexin's actions, but also shows concern for his well-being.
• Zhou Nan and Zheng Kaiming: Zhou Nan observes Zheng Kaiming's actions and begins to question Shi Tiexin's true identity and influence.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shi Tiexin completes three laps of his cultivation technique, refining three wisps of primal vital energy, feeling stronger and more energetic.
• He calculates it will take about ten days to accumulate one hundred wisps for the next stage of Essence Storing.
• A Discipline Committee student summons Shi Tiexin to the Dean of Students' office, where Zheng Kaiming questions him about a fight with delinquent students.

Character Developments

• Shi Tiexin: He has refined primal vital energy, feeling stronger and more confident. He's also more at ease with his new environment, considering whether to attend classes or find jobs to skip school.
• Zheng Kaiming: He becomes suspicious of Shi Tiexin's involvement in a fight, trying to provoke a reaction, but finds Shi Tiexin genuinely confused.

Significant Themes

• Cultivation and growth: Shi Tiexin's progress in refining primal vital energy and his determination to improve his Heart Arts cultivation.
• Perception and reality: Zheng Kaiming's initial assumption about Shi Tiexin's involvement in a fight versus the reality of Shi Tiexin's innocence.

Character Interactions

• Shi Tiexin and the Discipline Committee student: The student leads Shi Tiexin to the Dean of Students' office, speculating about the trouble Shi Tiexin might be in.
• Shi Tiexin and Zheng Kaiming: Zheng Kaiming questions Shi Tiexin about a fight, trying to provoke a reaction, but Shi Tiexin remains genuinely confused, leading Zheng Kaiming to doubt his initial suspicions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shi Tiexin understands the severity of his actions (shouting in class and fighting) in this new world, which are considered serious violations.
• Zheng Kaiming, the vice-principal, interrogates Shi Tiexin about the fight with Teng Chaoguo, hinting that he's been framed.
• Shi Tiexin learns that he won't receive financial aid if he can't return to the Elite Class by the end of the first year, putting him at risk of not having money for food.

Character Developments

• Shi Tiexin: Struggles to adapt to the new world's rules and faces the reality of his financial situation. He remains defiant but keeps silent to avoid further punishment.
• Zheng Kaiming: Shows foresight and expectations for Shi Tiexin, hinting at a potential interest in his development.

Significant Themes

• Adaptation to new rules and environments.
• Consequences of actions and their impact on one's future.
• The struggle between personal beliefs and societal expectations.

Character Interactions

• Shi Tiexin and Zheng Kaiming: Zheng Kaiming subtly observes Shi Tiexin's reactions, leading him to realize he's been framed. Zheng Kaiming also reveals Shi Tiexin's dire financial situation if he can't return to the Elite Class.
• Shi Tiexin and his other consciousness: The other consciousness helps Shi Tiexin understand the severity of his actions and the rules of this new world.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shi Tiexin is demoted to the Trash Class due to his declining grades, violating the school's rules.
• Zheng Kaiming, the dean, warns Shi Tiexin that he must test back into the Elite Class or face expulsion.
• Shi Tiexin accepts his new Destiny Mission, 'Poverty Cannot Move,' resonating with the original consciousness' desire to return to the Elite Class.
• Shi Tiexin struggles to keep up with the Trash Class lessons in the afternoon, leading to his decision to obtain the cultivation manuals to catch up.

Character Developments

• Shi Tiexin: Accepts his new mission, demonstrating determination and resolve. Struggles with the Trash Class lessons but remains committed to improving.
• Zheng Kaiming: Shows a tough love approach, believing in survival of the fittest and pushing Shi Tiexin to improve.
• Zhou Nan: Absent from the scene, but his actions (reporting Shi Tiexin to Zheng Kaiming) are discussed and blamed by the four bullies.

Significant Themes

• Survival of the fittest: Zheng Kaiming's philosophy, echoed by Shi Tiexin's acceptance of his mission.
• Resilience and determination: Shi Tiexin's resolve to improve and return to the Elite Class.
• Consequences of actions: The four bullies blame Zhou Nan for their current situation, highlighting the repercussions of their actions.

Character Interactions

• Shi Tiexin and Zheng Kaiming: A tense exchange where Zheng Kaiming sets clear expectations for Shi Tiexin's improvement.
• The four bullies: Interact among themselves, blaming Zhou Nan for their predicament and fearing Shi Tiexin's retribution.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shi Tiexin, satisfied after a meal, practices his basic Essence Cultivation Technique on the sports field, attracting curious students.
• He learns that martial arts practice is widespread in this world, starting from a point of awakening called Spirit Seed, initiated by the Origin Sage a hundred years ago.
• Shi Tiexin decides to prioritize cultivating his Heart Arts and completes a session of Essence Cultivation, refining three wisps of Primal Vital Energy.
• He plans to sneak out of the school to explore the city, aiming to find an exit.
• During his exploration, he hears a commotion and discovers that Zhou Nan is being beaten by the four fat guys who bullied Shi Tiexin earlier.

Character Developments

• Shi Tiexin: Shows determination to cultivate his martial arts, both Essence and Heart Arts. He also demonstrates leadership and decisiveness by intervening in Zhou Nan's situation.
• Zhou Nan: Initially shown as a bully, he is now being bullied himself, revealing his vulnerability and fear. His relationship with the four fat guys is hinted to be complex.

Significant Themes

• The importance of martial arts practice and enlightenment in this world.
• The divide between the old and new eras, marked by the Origin Sage's enlightenment.
• The theme of exploration and discovery, both literally (Shi Tiexin's exploration of the city) and metaphorically (his cultivation journey).

Character Interactions

• Shi Tiexin and the curious students: He ignores their stares, maintaining his focus on cultivation.
• Shi Tiexin and Zhou Nan: Despite their initial conflict, Shi Tiexin shows concern for Zhou Nan's safety and intervenes in his beating.
• Zhou Nan and the four fat guys: Their history is hinted to be complex, with Zhou Nan now on the receiving end of their bullying.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhou Nan, the Trash Class's supplier, is tasked by Shi Tiexin to buy elementary school textbooks, arithmetic flashcards, and calligraphy practice books.
• Zhou Nan struggles to find these items, facing humiliation and misunderstanding while trying to purchase them.
• He is caught by teachers and students from the Discipline Committee while returning to school, leading to a school-wide rumor about his actions.

Character Developments

• Zhou Nan: Despite his initial reluctance and embarrassment, Zhou Nan completes the task, showing unexpected dedication and humility.
• Shi Tiexin: He remains focused and determined, showing no reaction to Zhou Nan's unusual behavior, indicating his single-minded pursuit of his goals.

Significant Themes

• Humiliation and Perseverance: Zhou Nan faces humiliation while trying to buy the textbooks, but he persists, showing that perseverance can lead to unexpected outcomes.
• Appearance vs. Reality: Zhou Nan's actions challenge the school's perception of him, highlighting the discrepancy between his reputation and his actual behavior.

Character Interactions

• Zhou Nan and Shi Tiexin: Their interaction shows Shi Tiexin's trust in Zhou Nan and Zhou Nan's willingness to follow Shi Tiexin's orders, despite the task's unusual nature.
• Zhou Nan and the Teachers/Discipline Committee: Their interaction highlights the misunderstanding and humiliation Zhou Nan faces due to his task.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shi Tiexin finds all six fragments of the 'Basic Mathematics First Layer' manual in primary school textbooks.
• He discovers that the manual has attributes: 'Gradual Progression' (reduces aptitude requirements by 30%) and 'Integrated Learning & Practice' (increases cultivation speed by 20%).
• He realizes that the high school math book might also have attributes, but he can't discern them due to his low Heart Art level.
• Shi Tiexin finds an auxiliary cultivation manual for 'Basic Mathematics First Layer' in an arithmetic workbook, with a 'Difficult' attribute that increases cultivation speed by 40% if used after mastering the layer.

Character Developments

• Shi Tiexin's excitement and eagerness to start cultivating Heart Arts again.
• His realization of the benefits and potential of the manuals and auxiliary cultivation materials he's found.

Significant Themes

• The importance of aptitude in Heart Arts cultivation and the benefits of starting cultivation early.
• The value of detailed and progressive learning materials in Heart Arts cultivation.

Character Interactions

• Although not physically present, Zhou Nan's actions (buying all types of workbooks) indirectly aid Shi Tiexin in his discovery of the auxiliary cultivation manual.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shi Tiexin receives 15 workbooks, 6 with attributes. Four are 'excellent' with 'High Difficulty' attribute, and two are 'supreme' with 'Arduous' attribute, offering a 60% cultivation speed increase.
• Shi Tiexin is motivated to excel in the final exam to buy 'Little Genius' workbooks using his student subsidy.
• A surprise inspection is conducted at Fengming First High School, revealing discipline issues.
• Principal Liu and Director Zheng discuss the necessity of the Trash Class.

Character Developments

• Shi Tiexin: Becomes motivated and ambitious after realizing the value of 'Little Genius' workbooks, leading him to study diligently.
• Principal Liu: Shows understanding and support for the Trash Class, believing it contributes to the school's academic atmosphere.
• Director Zheng: Wants to abolish the Trash Class due to its negative influence but is persuaded by Principal Liu.

Significant Themes

• Ambition and motivation (Shi Tiexin)
• The value of education and learning (Principal Liu)
• The role of the Trash Class in the school's academic atmosphere (Principal Liu vs. Director Zheng)

Character Interactions

• Shi Tiexin interacts with his 'other big brother' consciousness, leading to increased motivation and study.
• Principal Liu and Director Zheng discuss the Trash Class, highlighting their differing views on its necessity.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Principal Liu explains the purpose of troublemakers in the Trash Class: to simulate societal harshness and prepare students for real-world challenges.
• He emphasizes the importance of studying well to avoid such harsh realities and climb academically.
• Principal Liu decides to strengthen encouragement and incentive policies for outstanding students.
• Shi Tiexin rapidly learns the Basic Mathematics First Layer manual, completing it in one day, and gains benefits like increased cultivation progress and efficiency.

Character Developments

• Principal Liu shows his strategic thinking and care for students' holistic development.
• Shi Tiexin demonstrates his diligence and aptitude for learning, completing a complex manual in a short time.

Significant Themes

• The importance of education and studying hard to navigate life's challenges.
• The coexistence of violence and civilization in society.
• The value of incentives and encouragement for academic achievement.

Character Interactions

• Principal Liu and Zheng Kaiming discuss disciplinary measures and policy strengthening.
• Shi Tiexin's internal dialogue and interaction with the manual reveal his rapid learning progress.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shi Tiexin discovers the "Complete Comprehension" status, which allows him to understand a manual fully, leading to rapid progress.
• He experiences a sudden increase in his cultivation progress bar, reaching 40% after the "Enlightenment" badge's effect.
• Shi Tiexin feels the presence of Thought Energy, the foundation of Heart Arts cultivation, in his brain.
• He attempts to use his Auxiliary Cultivation Manuals, starting with a "High Difficulty" one, but finds it too challenging.
• He switches to his math textbook, starting with addition and subtraction within ten.

Character Developments

• Shi Tiexin becomes more determined and ambitious in his cultivation, aiming to finish his Auxiliary Cultivation Manuals quickly.
• He realizes his current abilities are below average in his class, feeling embarrassed and motivated to improve.

Significant Themes

• The struggle between ambition and reality, as Shi Tiexin finds his Auxiliary Cultivation Manuals more challenging than expected.
• The importance of understanding one's limits and starting from the basics, as seen in his switch to the math textbook.

Character Interactions

• Shi Tiexin compares himself to his classmates, feeling shame and a desire to catch up.
• He interacts with his Auxiliary Cultivation Manuals, finding them challenging but determined to make progress.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shi Tiexin completes an in-class practice session, triggering a star to appear on his Auxiliary Cultivation Manual, which increases his progress bar.
• He continues working, trying to keep the progress bar 'hot' by maintaining a combo effect.
• During a break, he completes another chapter but makes mistakes, learning that accuracy is crucial for progress.
• He continues cultivating, entering a focused state, and completes four in-class practice books in one class.
• After school, his interface displays a meteor shower of stars, significantly increasing his progress.

Character Developments

• Shi Tiexin shows dedication and focus in his studies, driven by the system's feedback and incentives.
• He learns the importance of accuracy and careful work, not just speed.

Significant Themes

• The power of focus and dedication in learning.
• The importance of accuracy and careful work.
• The role of incentives and feedback in motivation.

Character Interactions

• Zhou Nan interacts with Shi Tiexin, cautioning him about staying in the classroom after hours.
• The system interface interacts with Shi Tiexin, providing visual feedback, incentives, and progress tracking.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shi Tiexin's Basic Mathematics First Layer cultivation reaches "Good" level after a single class.
• He becomes determined to continue studying and asks Zhao Qingmiao for a classroom with lights on.
• They find all study rooms full, with students reserving seats with books and snacks.

Character Developments

• Shi Tiexin's passion for studying is reignited, showing immense determination and focus.
• Zhao Qingmiao gains confidence and feels valued after being praised by Shi Tiexin.

Significant Themes

• Determination and Perseverance: Shi Tiexin's unwavering resolve to study despite obstacles.
• Recognition and Self-Worth: Zhao Qingmiao's growth in confidence after receiving praise.

Character Interactions

• Shi Tiexin and Zhao Qingmiao: Shi Tiexin's praise and subsequent reliance on Zhao Qingmiao boosts the latter's confidence.
• Shi Tiexin and Zhou Nan: Shi Tiexin's silent communication with Zhou Nan shows their understanding of each other's intentions.