Ch. 41Old Huang's Test
Key Plot Points and Events
- Su Jiu gets drunk and is taken care of by Mei.
- Old Huang visits the Xiong Bing Company, revealing an impending alien invasion in ten days.
- The next day, Old Huang visits Su Jiu to discuss the situation and the First Generation Combat Suits' progress.
Character Developments
- Su Jiu: Shows concern for the impending war but maintains composure and confidence.
- Old Huang: Reveals a cunning side, manipulating the Xiong Bing Company members and withholding information from other countries.
- Kiana: Tricks Mei into admitting she finds Mei beautiful, then gets her snacks halved as punishment.
Significant Themes
- War and preparation: The looming alien invasion forces characters to confront their roles and responsibilities.
- Trust and manipulation: Old Huang tests the loyalty of Xiong Bing Company members, while Su Jiu remains cautious about Old Huang's true intentions.
Character Interactions
- Su Jiu and Mei: Mei takes care of drunk Su Jiu, showing concern for his well-being.
- Old Huang and Su Jiu: They discuss the war and the First Generation Combat Suits, with Old Huang testing Su Jiu's reaction to the news.
- Kiana and Mei: Kiana teases Mei about her appearance, leading to a playful exchange between them.
- Old Huang and the Xiong Bing Company members: Old Huang tests their attitudes and loyalty by revealing the impending war.