Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Qi Huahua, a gamer, starts playing a new horror game, "Bankruptcy Livestream," developed by Lingzhou Studio.
• The game begins with a startling scene that frightens Qi Huahua, causing her to knock off her VR Glasses.
• She resumes playing and encounters a series of terrifying events, including being tied up in a basement, escaping from a zombie-like boyfriend, and being attacked by a female ghost.
• Each time she dies, her heart rate exceeds the set threshold, triggering her to send out red envelopes worth 100 yuan each time, with a 1-minute cooldown.
• Qi Huahua adjusts the rules to reduce the frequency of sending red envelopes, but she continues to die, increasing her total expenditure.

Character Developments

• Qi Huahua starts as a confident gamer but becomes increasingly frightened and desperate as she progresses through the game.
• Her determination to beat the game despite her fears shows her resilience and dedication.

Significant Themes

• The game explores themes of fear, survival, and perseverance in the face of adversity.
• It also touches on the concept of immersion in virtual reality gaming and the potential consequences of it.

Character Interactions

• Qi Huahua interacts with the NPCs in the game, each encounter bringing new challenges and scares.
• She also interacts with her audience, the Water Friends, through the livestream chat, providing comedic relief and sharing her experiences.
• The Water Friends tease and support Qi Huahua, creating a lively and engaging atmosphere in the chat.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Qi Huahua changes her challenge to giving out red envelopes every half hour without conditions.
• The game "Damn! I'm Surrounded by Evil Spirits" is praised for its serious content and detailed design.
• Qi Huahua discovers that the Evil Spirits in the game have different origins and are related to the castle's original owner.
• Several streamers, including Fen Tao Tao and Xiao Lizi Nana, experience equipment damage while playing.
• The Flying General of Longcheng, a fearless player, engages in combat with an Evil Spirit and reveals knowledge of exorcism.

Character Developments

• Qi Huahua: Despite her fears, she continues playing due to the game's unique atmosphere and story. She's labeled an "M" (masochist) by her Water Friends.
• Fen Tao Tao: She's scared and emotional, crying after experiencing intense horror. Her VR Glasses break, reducing her immersion.
• Xiao Lizi Nana: She's also frightened and throws her VR Glasses, causing them to break.
• The Flying General of Longcheng: He's fearless and calm, using his real-life skills to handle in-game challenges. He reveals knowledge of exorcism.

Significant Themes

• The game's atmosphere and story draw players in despite the horror.
• The contrast between players' reactions to the game, ranging from fear to excitement.
• The impact of equipment damage on players' experiences.

Character Interactions

• Qi Huahua interacts with her Water Friends, who joke about her behavior and support her.
• Fen Tao Tao and Xiao Lizi Nana experience intense fear and emotional reactions, with their Water Friends comforting them.
• The Flying General of Longcheng interacts with his Water Friends, sharing his calm approach to the game and revealing his knowledge of exorcism.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Flying General of Longcheng encounters and fights a female corpse in the basement, smashing her relentlessly for three minutes.
• He explores the castle, breaking doors and smashing objects, showing no fear of the ghosts or their eerie environment.
• He encounters various ghosts (Female Ghost, Human-Faced Spider, Phantom Armor, Abomination Butcher, Weeping Clown, Clockwork Singer, Plague Gardener) and confronts them aggressively, except for the Plague Gardener which he avoids.
• Qi Er Ee Ee discovers an easter egg where the female ghost's nightgown burns, revealing more of her body, and decides to stay in the room to explore this further.

Character Developments

• Flying General of Longcheng demonstrates extreme courage, recklessness, and lack of fear in the face of horror, even when encountering powerful ghosts.
• Qi Er Ee Ee shows curiosity and a desire to explore the game's mechanics and secrets, lingering in a room to discover an easter egg.

Significant Themes

• Courage and Fearlessness: Flying General of Longcheng's character embodies this, facing the horrors of the game without fear.
• Exploration and Discovery: Qi Er Ee Ee's actions highlight this theme, as he stays in a room to uncover a hidden aspect of the game.

Character Interactions

• Flying General of Longcheng interacts with his Water Friends (viewers) through his relaxed and confident commentary during the game.
• Qi Er Ee Ee interacts with his Water Friends by sharing his discovery of the easter egg and his plan to explore it further.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Qi Er Ee Ee, a player, repeatedly dies at the hands of the Female Ghost but learns her attack patterns and eventually defeats her.
• He discovers the Female Ghost's 120-degree attack range limitation and uses this to his advantage.
• Qi Er Ee Ee shares his strategies on Dream Ferry and pilipili, leading to an increase in players tackling the Female Ghost challenge.
• The Female Ghost's popularity grows due to her unique design and backstory, boosting game sales.

Character Developments

• Qi Er Ee Ee evolves from a fearful player to a confident one who can predict and dodge the Female Ghost's attacks.
• The Female Ghost, despite being a non-playable character, gains popularity and becomes a fan-favorite due to her design and backstory.

Significant Themes

• Overcoming fear and learning from failures.
• The impact of player interaction and community on a game's success.
• The appeal of unique and well-designed characters.

Character Interactions

• Qi Er Ee Ee interacts with the Female Ghost, learning her patterns and eventually defeating her.
• Qi Er Ee Ee shares his strategies online, influencing other players' experiences with the game.
• Players discuss and strategize about the Female Ghost and other game elements, fostering a sense of community.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xu Meng overhears an offline gaming group, the Iron Blood Company, preparing for the War of Kings Global Tournament.
• He realizes the potential of offline gaming organizations and decides to support the opening of more experience centers.
• Xu Meng visits Lingzhou Studio and learns about the challenges they're facing with their VR game, Evil Ghost!, due to the high degree of freedom allowed by Zhu Meng's engine.
• He suggests that the developers embrace the unexpected player behaviors as they bring joy to players.

Character Developments

• Xu Meng shows his business acumen by deciding to support experience centers and his understanding of player behavior by encouraging the acceptance of unexpected gameplay.
• Li Yunchuan, the director of Lingzhou Studio, learns to adapt his mindset and accept that players may enjoy the game differently than intended.

Significant Themes

• The impact of offline gaming communities and their potential for success.
• The importance of understanding and embracing player behavior in game development.

Character Interactions

• Xu Meng eavesdrops on the Iron Blood Company, gaining insight into their preparations for the tournament.
• He visits Lingzhou Studio, offering advice on their VR game's unexpected player behaviors and suggesting they open a haunted house in the upcoming Virtual City.
• Li Yunchuan, initially fixated on correcting player behavior, learns to accept and adapt to their actions after Xu Meng's intervention.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhu Meng and Mirage Game Set user numbers surge, with players eager to enter the Sprawling Metropolis.
• Players discover the city's construction by using weapons like the Golden Grenade Launcher, causing destruction and disturbing Xu Meng's activities.
• Xu Meng implements measures to prevent excessive destruction and ensures a better user experience.
• Hardcore players attempt to enter the Sprawling Metropolis using various methods, with some succeeding.
• Xu Meng announces the [Era of Madness] awards ceremony will be held in the Sprawling Metropolis on December 1st, creating a sense of urgency among players.

Character Developments

• Xu Meng, the game's creator, is attentive to Xiao Meng's needs, buying a house for them and modifying the game to enhance her experience.
• Chen Zhi, the laboratory workhorse, grinds out the Golden Grenade Launcher.
• Northwest Hammer King, a hardcore player, is determined to be the first to enter the Sprawling Metropolis using a cold weapon.

Significant Themes

• Impatience and anticipation among players for the Virtual City's launch.
• The impact of player actions on the game's environment and other users' experiences.
• The balance between player freedom and game management.

Character Interactions

• Xu Meng interacts with Xiao Meng, ensuring her comfort and happiness in the game.
• Players collaborate and compete, both in-game and through online discussions, to achieve their goals.
• Xu Meng, as the game creator, responds to player actions by modifying the game's rules and announcing the awards ceremony.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xu Meng announces the opening of Virtual City, sparking excitement among players.
• Media and industry giants show interest in Zhu Meng's technology.
• Xu Meng holds a meeting with the War of Kings team, offering them the chance to pursue their dream games.
• Xu Meng reveals the new project, Monster Hunter, with a focus on hunting large beasts and obtaining their 'Essence Souls' for special effects and achievements.
• Two supplementary gameplays are announced: a survival competition similar to Era of Madness and a tower climbing challenge called Sky Arena in Virtual City.

Character Developments

• Xu Meng shows his vision and ambition by announcing Monster Hunter and Sky Arena, demonstrating his understanding of player desires and the potential of his technology.
• Employees show enthusiasm and dedication to their work, eager to contribute to the new project.

Significant Themes

• Pursuit of dreams and ambition, as seen in Xu Meng's vision for Zhu Meng and the employees' desire to create their own games.
• The power of player feedback and desire, driving the development of new games and features.
• The potential and commercial value of Zhu Meng's technology, attracting the attention of the media and industry giants.

Character Interactions

• Xu Meng interacts with his employees, offering them the chance to pursue their dream games and showing confidence in their abilities.
• Employees express their excitement and dedication to the new project, eager to contribute and learn from Xu Meng's vision.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xu Meng, the eccentric boss, works alone during the company's rotation leave, surprising both veteran and new employees.
• He reveals that he's not working alone; Xiao Meng, his AI assistant, is helping him.
• Xu Meng shares his marketing plan for the upcoming Virtual City launch, including filling it with easter eggs and inviting real-life fighters and influencers to compete in the Sky Arena.
• Players achieve 10,000 kills in the War Zone mode, gaining access to the Sprawling Metropolis, where they meet and decide to explore together.
• They reach the central square, where the award ceremony will be held, and Zhu Mo shares her idea for a surprise for Xu Meng.

Character Developments

• Xu Meng: Shows his eccentricity and work ethic, revealing his marketing plan and dedication to the project.
• Li Liangcai (Northwest Hammer King): Achieves 10,000 kills and gains access to the Sprawling Metropolis, showing his determination and strength.
• Zhu Mo: Also achieves 10,000 kills and gains access to the Sprawling Metropolis, demonstrating her creativity and strategic thinking.

Significant Themes

• Work ethic and dedication: Xu Meng's relentless work and dedication to his projects.
• Creativity and innovation: Xu Meng's unique marketing plan and Zhu Mo's surprise idea for the award ceremony.
• Teamwork: The natural alliance between Li Liangcai and Zhu Mo as they explore the Sprawling Metropolis together.

Character Interactions

• Xu Meng interacts with his employees, revealing his work habits and marketing plan.
• Li Liangcai and Zhu Mo meet and decide to explore the Sprawling Metropolis together, showcasing their camaraderie and shared excitement for the game.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhu Meng Game Platform updates, making the Virtual City, Sprawling Metropolis, available to all users.
• Global players rush to log in, facing long queues due to high demand.
• Xu Meng hosts an award ceremony for the Global Survival Competition at 7:30 PM.
• Awards are given out for [Survival Master], [Hunting Master], and [Treasure Hunting Master].
• Zhu Mo, one of the Troublemakers who killed Xu Meng in the game, presents him with a Golden Military Knife as a 'gift' during the ceremony.

Character Developments

• Xu Meng: Shows professionalism and calmness during the event, despite the unexpected gift from Zhu Mo.
• Zhu Mo: Demonstrates her audacity and unpredictability by attempting to attack Xu Meng during the ceremony.
• Qi Huahua: Shows gratitude and humility in her acceptance speech, acknowledging her team's contribution to her victory.

Significant Themes

• Trust: Netizens trust Xu Meng and Zhu Meng despite the initial uncertainty about the Virtual City's accessibility.
• Anticipation and Excitement: The gaming community eagerly awaits the launch of Sprawling Metropolis.
• Unpredictability: Zhu Mo's actions highlight the unexpected and thrilling nature of the game and its events.

Character Interactions

• Xu Meng interacts with award winners, presenting them with trophies and acknowledging their achievements.
• Zhu Mo interacts with Xu Meng, attempting to catch him off guard with her 'gift.'
• Qi Huahua interacts with her team members, thanking them for their support and acknowledging their collective victory.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhu Mo attempts to assassinate Xu Meng during the awards ceremony using a dagger, but Xu Meng blocks it with an invisible shield.
• Xu Meng retaliates by summoning a giant crocodile monster that devours Zhu Mo and attacks the audience.
• More giant monsters break out of the ground and attack the city, leading to a city-wide monster siege.
• Xu Meng reveals that the monsters are from another world and declares a "City Defense War" mission, encouraging players to hunt down the monsters for rewards.
• Players are provided with weapons, and the city's airship deploys hunters to fight the monsters.

Character Developments

• Xu Meng: Shows his vindictive side by laughing at Zhu Mo's demise and reveals his manipulative nature in orchestrating the monster siege for his own purposes.
• Zhu Mo: Demonstrates her reckless and impulsive nature by attempting to assassinate Xu Meng and her lack of preparation for the consequences.
• Xun Fei: Shows his calm and strategic thinking in the face of danger, trying to distance himself from Xu Meng.

Significant Themes

• Revenge and vindictiveness (Xu Meng's laughter at Zhu Mo's demise)
• Impulsivity and lack of foresight (Zhu Mo's assassination attempt)
• Manipulation and control (Xu Meng orchestrating the monster siege)
• Heroism and city defense (players' response to the "City Defense War" mission)

Character Interactions

• Xu Meng and Zhu Mo: Their interaction highlights their enmity, with Zhu Mo attempting to harm Xu Meng and Xu Meng taking pleasure in her demise.
• Xu Meng and Xun Fei: Their interaction shows Xu Meng's disregard for Xun Fei's safety and Xun Fei's desire to distance himself from Xu Meng.
• Players and Xu Meng: Xu Meng's declaration of the "City Defense War" mission encourages players to work together to fight the monsters, fostering a sense of unity and shared purpose.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Monsters from another world suddenly invade Sprawling Metropolis.
• Players quickly accept the situation and prepare to fight, but PC players find their progress restricted.
• Old players charge towards the beasts, while casual netizens explore the city cautiously.
• Xu Meng expands the activity area after a server update, allowing players to install a large patch while playing.
• The defense line retreats as players struggle against the beast hordes, but NPC enforcers join the fight.
• A macho NPC stops a charging rhinoceros and performs an impressive shoulder throw, impressing a player.

Character Developments

• Xu Meng: Shows unexpected and unconventional strategies, keeping players and media on their toes.
• Old Players: Quickly adapt to the new situation, eager to fight and explore.
• Casual Netizens: Initially confused, they soon explore the city safely and decide to return later.
• NPCs: Join the fight against the monsters, showcasing their abilities.
• Macho NPC: Demonstrates immense strength and impresses a player, potentially becoming a master.

Significant Themes

• Unconventional game launches and player experiences.
• The impact of sudden changes on players and outsiders.
• The role of NPCs in game worlds and their interactions with players.

Character Interactions

• Old players interact with each other, choosing weapons and charging towards the beasts.
• Casual netizens explore the city together, discussing their experiences.
• Players interact with NPCs, some helping them fight while others demand information from Xu Meng.
• A player, Flying General of Longcheng, interacts with the macho NPC, eventually addressing him as "Master."

Key Plot Points and Events

• Flying General of Longcheng, a player, attempts to become a disciple of the Mighty Man NPC but is rejected due to his weakness.
• Flying General of Longcheng realizes the Mighty Man is an important NPC with unique features and tries to pursue him into the Sky Arena tower.
• The Sky Arena is temporarily closed, but Flying General of Longcheng decides to become a Fighter to learn the Mighty Man's move and reach the 100th floor.
• Players successfully cut off the beast swarm's retreat and start clearing the remaining monsters efficiently.

Character Developments

• Flying General of Longcheng: Shows determination and ambition in becoming stronger and learning from the Mighty Man.
• Mighty Man: Revealed to be the Sky Arena 230th Floor Master and a prominent Fighter in Sprawling Metropolis.

Significant Themes

• Ambition and determination in becoming stronger (Flying General of Longcheng).
• Importance of NPCs and their roles in the game world (Mighty Man).

Character Interactions

• Flying General of Longcheng interacts with the Mighty Man, trying to become his disciple and later a Fighter to learn from him.
• Flying General of Longcheng's teammates support him and join in the fight against the beast horde.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xu Meng enters the game, Sprawling Metropolis, to witness the aftermath of the City Defense War event.
• The city is severely damaged, not by monsters, but by players' actions during the event.
• Players successfully complete the event, unlocking the trailer for the upcoming game, "Monster Hunter."

Character Developments

• Xu Meng, the game's creator, is shown to be both amused and exasperated by the players' actions.
• Xiao Meng, Xu Meng's AI assistant, helps Xu Meng review the event's footage.

Significant Themes

• The theme of player agency and the consequences of their actions is highlighted, as the players' actions cause more damage than the monsters they were meant to fight.
• The anticipation and excitement for the upcoming game, "Monster Hunter," is built up.

Character Interactions

• Xu Meng and Xiao Meng interact, with Xiao Meng assisting Xu Meng in reviewing the event.
• Players interact with each other and with NPCs during the City Defense War event, showcasing various strategies and behaviors.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xu Meng announces the release time of the new game, Monster Hunter, as "2026", leaving players questioning and eager for a more specific date.
• He reveals that the first gameplay preview will be released when the official Monster Hunter accounts reach 10 million followers across the entire network.
• Xu Meng performs a "magic trick" by snapping his fingers and disappearing from the game's deck, reappearing in his living room in reality, without wearing VR Glasses.
• He introduces Zhu Meng's new hardware, a holographic device that projects virtual images into reality, allowing interactions without visual aids like VR Glasses.
• Xu Meng demonstrates the device by pulling out a giant sword from thin air and announces that the first player to reach the 100th floor of the Sky Arena will receive a free Holographic Device.

Character Developments

• Xu Meng continues to surprise and captivate players with his announcements and demonstrations, showcasing his charisma and ability to generate hype.
• Players are left in awe and disbelief at the potential of Zhu Meng's new technology, sparking excitement and anticipation.

Significant Themes

• The blurring line between reality and virtual reality, as Xu Meng's demonstration allows for physical interaction with virtual objects.
• The power of anticipation and hype in the gaming industry, as Xu Meng's announcements generate massive interest and viewership.
• The potential impact of Zhu Meng's new technology on the gaming industry and society at large.

Character Interactions

• Xu Meng interacts with the players and viewers through his live stream, engaging them with his announcements and demonstrations.
• Players across various platforms discuss and react to Xu Meng's revelations, expressing their excitement, disbelief, and questions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xu Meng reveals a realistic special effects video, deceiving the global audience.
• He announces the creation of a Holographic Display Device, causing a storm of debate.
• Players discuss the Monster Hunter trailer, the device's technology, and the Sky Arena's location.
• Overseas players protest the device's limited availability to Xia Country players.
• Domestic and international game industry professionals are impacted by the news, causing sleepless nights.

Character Developments

• Xu Meng: Maintains his eccentric and unpredictable nature, but also shows reliability in keeping promises.
• Players: Divided in their beliefs about the Holographic Display's authenticity, they engage in lively discussions and speculations.
• Industry Professionals: Struggle with the implications of Xu Meng's announcements, leading to sleepless nights and reevaluation of their strategies.

Significant Themes

• The power of deception and persuasion in creating hype and expectation.
• The impact of technological advancements on industries and society.
• The global reaction to exclusive access to new technology.

Character Interactions

• Xu Meng interacts with his audience through his P Station account, answering questions and teasing the release of the Holographic Display Device.
• Players engage in lively discussions and debates on Dream Ferry and social networks, sharing theories and speculations.
• Industry professionals react to the news, with some feeling threatened and others inspired to work harder.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xu Meng's company, Zhu Meng, gains global attention due to the successful launch of the Virtual City (Sprawling Metropolis) and the Monster Hunter project, along with the unveiling of the Haptic Glove.
• The company receives numerous interview requests, advertising offers, and praise from global media and investors.
• Remington Arms Company expresses interest in advertising in Sprawling Metropolis and collaborating with Zhu Meng.

Character Developments

• Xu Meng remains calm and collected despite the sudden fame and attention, focusing on his work and projects.
• Chen Mengling, Xu Meng's assistant, is excited about the company's success and handles the influx of requests professionally.
• Employees of Zhu Meng are thrilled about the company's achievements and enjoy the attention they receive.

Significant Themes

• Overnight success and sudden fame.
• The impact of technology and gaming on society and industry.
• Collaboration and partnerships between different industries.

Character Interactions

• Xu Meng interacts with his employees, showing kindness and patience despite their excitement.
• Chen Mengling discusses business matters with Xu Meng, demonstrating her competence and dedication.
• Xu Meng and Chen Mengling discuss the unexpected advertising offer from Remington Arms Company, showcasing their surprise and amusement.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xu Meng discusses collaboration terms with Chen Mengling, emphasizing player satisfaction and the merging of virtual and real worlds.
• Huan Long Games delays the launch of Warring Kingdoms VR version by two months.
• A player, Hua Zhou, discovers a hidden platform (Platform 9) in Sprawling Metropolis that leads to Silver City.

Character Developments

• Xu Meng: Reinforces his commitment to player satisfaction and the integration of virtual and real worlds.
• Hua Zhou: Shows curiosity and courage in exploring the game's hidden aspects.

Significant Themes

• Player satisfaction and feedback.
• Integration of virtual and real worlds.
• Exploration and discovery in the game.

Character Interactions

• Xu Meng and Chen Mengling: They discuss business strategies and project updates, with Xu Meng setting clear guidelines for collaborations.
• Hua Zhou and other players: Hua Zhou discovers the hidden platform and shares her findings on Dream Ferry, attracting other players to explore together.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Huan Yue, after winning the Hunting Master title, confidently declares he'll reach the 100th floor of the Sky Arena in 7 days.
• He starts his journey, facing opponents in hand-to-hand combat, which he finds challenging and painful.
• Above the 50th floor, losing a match results in a drop in floors. Huan Yue struggles to progress.
• He discovers he can bet on matches, with odds and payouts based on the contestants' win rates.
• Huan Yue watches higher-level duels and realizes the importance of understanding and reacting to opponents' moves.

Character Developments

• Huan Yue's confidence grows after winning the Hunting Master title but is challenged by hand-to-hand combat in the Sky Arena.
• He learns from watching higher-level duels and understands the importance of mental calm and reaction time.

Significant Themes

• The gap between understanding a concept intellectually and applying it physically.
• The importance of mental calm and reaction time in combat.
• The entertainment value of slowed-down combat in the Sky Arena.

Character Interactions

• Huan Yue interacts with his Water Friends, who encourage him, give him ideas, and bet on matches with him.
• He faces various opponents in the Sky Arena, with some being skilled and others unscrupulous.
• Huan Yue learns from watching Flying General of Longcheng fight, who is a skilled player with a high win rate.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Huan Yue discovers the high demand and price for the Holographic Display device from the Sky Arena's 100th floor reward.
• Players find clues leading to a hidden station that could potentially lead to the VR version of Silver City.
• Huan Yue joins a group of players boarding a sky train to the hidden platform, experiencing overcrowding and chaos.
• Players use tactical flashlights to blind each other, causing chaos and leading to new rules being implemented on the sky train.
• Huan Yue and other players reach the end of the rails at the hidden platform, finding only darkness.
• Huan Yue notices unusual stars that turn out to be Silver City, which is slowly moving closer.

Character Developments

• Huan Yue shows determination in finding his "wives" in Silver City, but also displays frustration and disappointment when faced with obstacles.
• Huan Yue's Water Friends provide support and companionship, sharing his excitement and disappointment.

Significant Themes

• The high demand and value of in-game items, reflecting the game's economy and player behavior.
• The impact of player actions on the game world, leading to the implementation of new rules.
• The theme of perseverance and patience in the face of uncertainty, as Huan Yue waits for Silver City to appear.

Character Interactions

• Huan Yue interacts with his Water Friends, both in the live broadcast room and in-game, sharing information, emotions, and decisions.
• Huan Yue has minimal interaction with other players in-game, mostly observing and reacting to their actions and the chaos they cause.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhu Meng's virtual world boundary reveals a vast, desolate plain with Silver City at the end, which is moving closer.
• Zhu Meng announces the 'Sky Arena New Year's Event,' a challenge grand prix with an 8 million prize, featuring world champions, professional experts, and internet celebrities in fighting and martial arts.
• Huan Yue, a professional boxer and internet celebrity, decides to prioritize raising his Sky Arena level before the event.

Character Developments

• Huan Yue becomes more determined and focused on improving his Sky Arena skills to compete in the grand prix.
• Flying General of Longcheng feels increasing pressure to represent players well in the grand prix and struggles with the strength of the announced participants.

Significant Themes

• The theme of competition and preparation for the upcoming grand prix dominates the chapter.
• The pressure of expectations and representation is explored through Flying General of Longcheng's perspective.

Character Interactions

• Huan Yue interacts with his viewers, announcing his change of plan to focus on leveling up in Sky Arena.
• Flying General of Longcheng feels the weight of his fans' expectations and begins to research his potential opponents in the grand prix.