Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wei Ke learns from Rhine that A De might be a Corpse Puppet, a precursor to Corpse Ghouls, and that the Senro God created Hunters to fight his own death, which manifested as Corpse Puppets.
• Rhine reveals that the Senro God's death was a long process, and he fought against it, leading to the appearance of Corpse Puppets.
• Wei Ke and Rui La leave Rhine's place, but Wei Ke suddenly transforms into a half-wolf creature, and they are attacked by more such creatures.

Character Developments

• Wei Ke struggles to accept that A De might be a Corpse Puppet and is overwhelmed by the revelations about the Senro God and the Hunters.
• Rhine shows concern for Wei Ke's well-being and tries to warn him about the Wildfire Cultists' dominance.
• Rui La remains curious and fearless but is shocked by Wei Ke's transformation and the attack.

Significant Themes

• The struggle against death and the consequences of that struggle (as seen in the Senro God's fight against his own death).
• Deception and the truth (Wei Ke's realization that he has been deceived, and Rui La's accusation that Wei Ke lied to her).
• Transformation and identity (Wei Ke's transformation into a half-wolf creature, questioning his identity).

Character Interactions

• Wei Ke and Rhine have a tense conversation, with Rhine trying to warn Wei Ke and Wei Ke struggling to accept the truth.
• Wei Ke and Rui La's friendship is tested when Wei Ke transforms, and Rui La is shocked and frightened.
• Rhine protects Rui La from the attacking creatures, showing a caring side despite his gruff demeanor.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ulu discovers bloodstains in his room, which he had forgotten to clean, hinting at his past actions.
• Kaisai arrives, revealing knowledge of Ulu's past and Lu Ji's actions with the orphans.
• Kaisai attempts to force Ulu into a submissive role, reminiscent of their past dynamic.
• A knight interrupts, reporting that they've found the black market merchant who sold the finger.
• The merchant, under Kaisai's interrogation, reveals he sold the finger to a Father before dying from an Esoteric Sect curse.

Character Developments

• Ulu: Struggles with his past, feels humiliated and enraged by Kaisai's treatment, and decides to seek revenge against those who looked down on him.
• Kaisai: Shows his manipulative and cruel nature, reveling in Ulu's discomfort and attempting to assert dominance.
• Black Market Merchant: Dies after revealing the buyer of the finger, showing his desperation to survive.

Significant Themes

• Power Dynamics: The interactions between Ulu and Kaisai highlight the power dynamics between them, with Kaisai attempting to assert dominance and Ulu struggling to maintain his new status.
• Past Sins: Both Ulu and Kaisai are haunted by their past actions, which resurface and influence their present behavior.
• Revenge: Ulu's desire for revenge becomes a driving force, indicating a shift in his character from a submissive figure to one seeking retribution.

Character Interactions

• Ulu and Kaisai: Their interaction is tense and power-struggle-driven, with Kaisai attempting to assert dominance and Ulu struggling to maintain his new status.
• Kaisai and the Black Market Merchant: Kaisai's interrogation of the merchant is brutal and unyielding, showing his willingness to use force to achieve his goals.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Kaisai's "God's Blessing" state is briefly affected by low-level magic, allowing Ulu (possessed by Bai Wei) to evade his attack.
• Bai Wei uses Ulu's body to cast Magic Chains, binding Kaisai and hindering his movements.
• Kaisai becomes enraged and increases his attack frequency, ignoring the Magic Chains.
• Bai Wei uses Mist Obstruction Karma Fire, engulfing Kaisai's lower body.
• Kaisai calls out for Rhine, but the God's Blessing doesn't return. He's severely injured and supported by Magic Chains.

Character Developments

• Kaisai's anger and obsession with defeating Ulu cloud his judgment, leading to his downfall.
• Bai Wei demonstrates his strategic thinking and understanding of Visas's characteristics, using them to counter Kaisai's "God's Blessing" state.

Significant Themes

• Obsession and its consequences: Kaisai's fixation on defeating Ulu blinds him to the true danger, leading to his severe injury.
• Power dynamics: The shift in power is evident as Ulu (Bai Wei) gains the upper hand, using spells that should be ineffective against Kaisai in his "God's Blessing" state.

Character Interactions

• Kaisai vs. Ulu (Bai Wei): The dynamic shifts as Ulu (Bai Wei) takes control and uses Ulu's body to counter Kaisai's attacks, ultimately injuring him severely.
• Kaisai's past and present: Flashbacks reveal Kaisai's past interactions with Ulu, highlighting his obsession and the roots of his current state.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Luo Qi arrives at Contract Land for a meeting but is kept waiting, causing him frustration.
• He encounters representatives from Eternal Nightmare, one of the Four Esoteric Sects.
• Fenris, the representative of Eternal Nightmare, reveals they have a scholar who has researched the birth of Visas, bypassing the Divine Command Imprint.
• The scholar is suspected of trying to become the new Visas, which has been confirmed by their god.

Character Developments

• Luo Qi: Struggles with his resentment towards Contract Land and the financial burden it places on his church. Maintains his composure in front of Eternal Nightmare representatives despite his disdain for them.
• Fenris: Calm and collected, he reveals sensitive information about his church's scholar without revealing too much, maintaining a level of mystery.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics between Contract Land and the Eight Great Churches.
• The taboo surrounding the research of Visas's origins and the Divine Command Imprint.
• The potential threat of a new Visas and the consequences it could bring.

Character Interactions

• Luo Qi and Fenris: Despite their differing beliefs, they engage in a civil conversation, each trying to gain information from the other.
• Luo Qi and his entourage: Luo Qi vents his frustration about Contract Land's treatment to his young Priest, but maintains his composure in front of his Knight.
• Fenris and his followers: Fenris discusses the sensitive information about their scholar with Luo Qi, while his followers remain silent and attentive.

Key Plot Points and Events

• He Wei Ni Ya meets Finnis, the eldest son of the Lawrence Family, to discuss joining his orchestra for the Grand Ceremony.
• Finnis apologizes on behalf of his younger sister, Olenna, for her previous actions against He Wei Ni Ya.
• Finnis reveals the Lawrence Family's ambition to challenge the Primordial families and offers He Wei Ni Ya a substantial reward if she helps them achieve victory.
• He Wei Ni Ya agrees to join Finnis's orchestra, and they plan to meet after the Seven Sound Festival at the Second Academy.
• An unknown person, aware of He Wei Ni Ya's true identity, is watching her, prompting her to take action.

Character Developments

• He Wei Ni Ya: She continues to use disguises and strategic planning to navigate her situation. She agrees to join Finnis's orchestra to secure an advantage and force the unknown person to reveal themselves.
• Finnis: He is revealed to be ambitious and cunning, using He Wei Ni Ya's greed to secure her alliance. He also expresses interest in marrying her after the Grand Ceremony.
• Bai Wei: He demonstrates his ability to see through He Wei Ni Ya's disguises and strategies, showing that he is a formidable opponent.

Significant Themes

• Disguise and Deception: He Wei Ni Ya continues to use disguises to hide her true intentions and manipulate those around her.
• Ambition: Both Finnis and He Wei Ni Ya display strong ambition, driving their actions and decisions.
• Power Dynamics: The struggle between the Lawrence Family and the Primordial families, as well as the competition for He Wei Ni Ya's alliance, highlights the power dynamics at play.

Character Interactions

• He Wei Ni Ya and Finnis: They engage in a complex dance of negotiation and manipulation, with both parties trying to gain an advantage.
• He Wei Ni Ya and Bai Wei: Their mental conversation reveals Bai Wei's ability to see through He Wei Ni Ya's plans, suggesting a deeper connection or understanding between them.
• He Wei Ni Ya and the Unknown Person: Their interaction is brief but tense, hinting at an impending confrontation.

Plot Points and Events

• Wei Ke, a young man with wolf-like features, experiences intense pain and sees visions of his past.
• The Wildfire Cultists, led by Wu De, attack Lauren, a Pureblood Hunter, and Rui La, a girl. Lauren uses his skills to escape with Rui La, leaving Wei Ke behind.
• Wei Ke transforms into a pure silver wolf and fights against Wu De, ultimately being overwhelmed and killed by the cultists.

Character Developments

• Wei Ke: Struggles with his wolf transformation and memories of his past. Transforms into a pure silver wolf, displaying enhanced abilities and saving Ryan, a Hunter, from the cultists.
• Lauren: A skilled and calm Pureblood Hunter who saves Rui La but leaves Wei Ke behind. Returns to help Wei Ke but is unable to save him.
• Wu De: Leader of the Wildfire Cultists, transforms into a powerful werewolf. Underestimates Wei Ke and is severely injured in their fight.
• Ryan: A Hunter who is severely injured and unable to help Wei Ke. Witnesses Wei Ke's transformation and sacrifice.

Significant Themes

• Transformation and Identity: Wei Ke's struggle with his wolf transformation and the revelation of his true form.
• Sacrifice: Wei Ke's decision to save Ryan, leading to his own death.
• Power and Weakness: The disparity in power between the Wildfire Cultists and the Hunters, and how this affects their actions and decisions.

Character Interactions

• Wei Ke and Lauren: Lauren saves Wei Ke from the cultists but leaves him behind, causing Wei Ke to question why. Lauren later returns to help Wei Ke but is unable to save him.
• Wei Ke and Wu De: Wei Ke transforms into a pure silver wolf and fights against Wu De, ultimately being overwhelmed and killed.
• Ryan and Wei Ke: Ryan is saved by Wei Ke but is unable to help him due to his severe injuries. He witnesses Wei Ke's transformation and sacrifice.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wei Ke and Bai Wei reach the Senro Temple, where Wei Ke has a hallucination of himself protecting A De.
• They meet Yi Weina, the Senro Saintess, who recognizes Wei Ke from a previous encounter half a month ago.
• Wei Ke learns that Yi Weina can help him find A De, but Bai Wei doesn't immediately follow Yi Weina.

Character Developments

• Wei Ke: Struggles with fragmented memories, becomes more determined to find A De.
• Bai Wei: Shows rare emotion (disgust), hints at a secret regarding the Corpse Pieces.
• Yi Weina: Reveals she knows Wei Ke and can help him find A De.

Significant Themes

• Memory and identity: Wei Ke's struggle with his fragmented memories and the perspective from which he sees them.
• Power and obsession: The theme of obsession is introduced through Bai Wei's words, and both Wei Ke and Yi Weina display determination in their pursuits.

Character Interactions

• Wei Ke and Bai Wei: Wei Ke follows Bai Wei's guidance, but their goals seem to diverge at the end of the chapter.
• Wei Ke and Yi Weina: Yi Weina recognizes Wei Ke and offers to help him find A De, showing empathy and understanding.
• Bai Wei and Yi Weina: They argue briefly, with Bai Wei showing disdain for Yi Weina's status as Senro's Saintess.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Yi Weina regains consciousness and confesses her deception to Bai Wei and Wei Ke.
• Bai Wei reveals he knew about Yi Weina's deception and that Wei Ke had pleaded for her.
• Yi Weina reveals she believed the Wildfire Cultists' promise to resurrect her grandmother in exchange for guiding Hunters to the Sacrificial Ground.
• Bai Wei questions Yi Weina about the Hunters her grandmother guided, learning that all Hunters brought hunting dogs and none returned from the Sacrificial Ground.
• The trio arrives at the next temple, Trust Hall.

Character Developments

• Yi Weina: Struggles with the guilt of her deception and the pain of her grandmother's "resurrection." She opens up about her past experiences and provides crucial information about the Hunters.
• Bai Wei: Shows understanding and leniency towards Yi Weina's deception, indicating he has a deeper understanding of the situation. He probes Yi Weina for information, revealing his strategic thinking.
• Wei Ke: Shows empathy and understanding towards Yi Weina, pleading for her to Bai Wei. He also displays confusion about the information regarding the Hunters and their dogs.

Significant Themes

• Trust and deception: Yi Weina's deception is revealed, and Bai Wei shows understanding, challenging the theme of trust. The name of the next temple, Trust Hall, also reflects on this theme.
• The Sacrificial Ground's secrets: The revelation that no Hunters have returned from the Sacrificial Ground deepens the mystery surrounding the place and its true purpose.

Character Interactions

• Yi Weina and Bai Wei: Yi Weina confesses her deception to Bai Wei, who shows understanding and continues to probe her for information.
• Yi Weina and Wei Ke: Yi Weina helps Wei Ke scratch his head, evoking a memory of her past and strengthening their bond.
• Bai Wei and Wei Ke: Bai Wei reveals that Wei Ke pleaded for Yi Weina, showing a softer side to his character.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ayman, a Silver Tier student, confronts He Wei Ni Ya, threatening to expose her past actions in the Seed Zone.
• He Wei Ni Ya reveals that all noble families engage in similar practices, making Ayman's threat ineffective.
• Ayman's reshaped Note begins to backlash, causing him physical pain.
• He Wei Ni Ya uses Ayman's desperation to provoke him into attacking, then activates a trap, immobilizing him.

Character Developments

• He Wei Ni Ya: Shows her calm and calculating nature, manipulating Ayman and revealing her indifference to the lives of unqualified Seeds.
• Ayman: Reveals his desperation and lack of understanding about the Seed Zone and nobles' practices, ultimately leading to his downfall.

Significant Themes

• The harsh reality of the Seed Zone and the nobles' practices.
• The power dynamics between nobles and commoners, and the lack of agency for the latter.
• The consequences of desperation and poor decision-making.

Character Interactions

• He Wei Ni Ya and Ayman: He Wei Ni Ya manipulates Ayman, using his desperation against him, while Ayman underestimates He Wei Ni Ya and her influence, leading to his defeat.

Key Plot Points & Events

• Wei Ke seeks help from Bai Wei (disguised as Ulu, a Rhine priest) to find his lost hunting wolf, A De.
• Wei Ke reveals that hunters can still gain power at the Lost Sacrificial Ground, a secret guarded by the Wildfire Heretics.
• Wei Ke and Bai Wei set off to Yade Town to gather information, with Bai Wei planning to spread the gospel of the Rhine God as a cover.

Character Developments

• Wei Ke: Struggles with his memories of the Sacrificial Ground and the possibility that he exchanged A De's life for his current power. He remains determined to find A De, regardless of the truth.
• Bai Wei (Ulu): Reveals his ability to see through people's thoughts using his Rules. He remains calm and collected, manipulating Wei Ke and the townspeople to achieve his goals.

Significant Themes

• Power and Sacrifice: The theme of gaining power at a cost is explored, with Wei Ke's potential bargain at the Sacrificial Ground serving as a central mystery.
• Faith and Belief: The contrast between the Rhine God and the Senro God, as well as the Wildfire Heretics' beliefs, highlights the importance of faith and the consequences of misplaced or misguided belief.

Character Interactions

• Wei Ke & Bai Wei (Ulu): Wei Ke is wary of Bai Wei but relies on him to find A De. Bai Wei manipulates Wei Ke, using his knowledge and calm demeanor to guide him.
• Bai Wei (Ulu) & Yade Townspeople: Bai Wei interacts with the townspeople, using his disguise as a Rhine priest to gather information and gain access to the town.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Bai Wei, using Lai Er's body, breaks the 'Contract' with the Contract Land, causing Lai Er to spit blood due to the detrimental side effect of Bai Wei's power, Domination.
• Bai Wei reveals that Lai Er's body is too fragile to withstand his power, implying he won't lend power to Lai Er in the future.
• Bai Wei tasks Lai Er with approaching Isaiah, the old man from the Star Relic Church, as the messenger of the Contract Land.
• Lai Er visits Ha Luo, his old guide in the Black Merchant business, to fence stolen goods and send money to his family.

Character Developments

• Lai Er: Struggles with the side effects of Bai Wei's power and worries about his health. He also reveals his past, showing his ambition and desire to prove himself to his family.
• Bai Wei: Shows concern for Lai Er's well-being but also reveals his lack of trust in Lai Er's strength, indicating his preference for stronger hosts.

Significant Themes

• Power and Weakness: Bai Wei's power is shown to be both beneficial and detrimental, highlighting the theme of power's double-edged nature. Lai Er's weakness is exposed, contrasting with Bai Wei's preference for stronger hosts.
• Ambition and Regret: Lai Er's ambition to prove himself to his family is juxtaposed with his regret for leaving them behind. This theme is also reflected in his desire to become a Gold Merchant and his eagerness to show off his new life to them.

Character Interactions

• Bai Wei and Lai Er: Their interaction reveals Bai Wei's lack of consideration for Lai Er's well-being and Lai Er's growing unease and fear of Bai Wei's power.
• Lai Er and Ha Luo: Their interaction shows Lai Er's desire to prove himself and his regret for leaving his family behind. It also reveals Ha Luo's opportunistic nature and his lack of concern for Lai Er's well-being.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ulu, a defected priest, bursts into the room, killing a Servant and injuring several Knights.
• Ulu's appearance and actions are shocking, and he's suspected of possessing the "Visas Corpse Pieces."
• Ulu confronts Kaisai, his old friend, who mocks him and offers him a "dignified end."
• Ulu gives the orphans money and orders them to leave, not to become priests or enter churches.
• Ulu and Kaisai remain in the room, with Ulu revealing his reason for returning.

Character Developments

• Ulu: Once a priest, now a wild, angry figure, seeking revenge or redemption.
• Kaisai: A knight captain, mocking and underestimating Ulu, yet showing curiosity and interest in their past.
• The Orphans: The brother and sister are traumatized but ultimately leave the village with Ulu's help.

Significant Themes

• Redemption vs. Revenge: Ulu's actions suggest a desire for redemption, but his anger and past actions hint at revenge.
• Betrayal and Friendship: The complex relationship between Ulu and Kaisai, with Kaisai's mocking words highlighting their history.
• Protection vs. Manipulation: Ulu's actions to protect the orphans contrast with Kaisai's manipulation of them for his own purposes.

Character Interactions

• Ulu and Kaisai: Their interaction is tense, with Kaisai mocking Ulu and Ulu struggling to contain his anger.
• Ulu and the Orphans: Ulu shows concern for their well-being, giving them money and orders to leave, despite his own turmoil.
• The Knights and Kaisai: The Knights follow Kaisai's orders, though they seem uneasy about his decision to face Ulu alone.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A dirty, hungry boy enters Father Ulu's room, seeking food.
• Ulu offers the boy food and shelter in exchange for his faith and obedience.
• A mysterious knocking sound from the wardrobe interrupts Ulu's plan.
• Ulu discovers a severed finger belonging to the ancient figure Visas in his wardrobe.
• Ulu decides to keep the finger and absorb its power, cutting off his own middle finger to attach Visas's finger to his hand.
• Ulu hears Visas's voice in his mind after successfully absorbing the power.

Character Developments

• Father Ulu: Ulu is revealed to be ambitious and manipulative, willing to harm a child and cut off his own finger to gain power. He is also fearful, as seen in his reaction to the knocking sound and Visas's voice.
• The Boy: The boy is desperate and vulnerable, willing to do whatever it takes to feed his family. He is also fearful of Ulu and his intentions.

Significant Themes

• Ambition vs. Morality: Ulu's ambition leads him to make immoral decisions, prioritizing his desire for power over the well-being of others.
• Consequences of Actions: Ulu's actions have immediate and severe consequences, both physically (cutting off his finger) and mentally (hearing Visas's voice).

Character Interactions

• Ulu and the Boy: Ulu manipulates the boy, using his hunger and desperation to try to gain control over him. The boy is initially wary of Ulu but is ultimately forced to leave the room.
• Ulu and Visas: Ulu interacts with Visas's severed finger, absorbing its power and hearing Visas's voice in his mind. This interaction is ominous, suggesting that Ulu has made a dangerous bargain.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jie La Er appears at the Skeleton Corps headquarters, revealing that the New God plans to descend early.
• Ina learns that the Devil Squad is transporting the Corpse Pieces and Purification Source Crystal, which the New God needs for his early descent.
• You Li and the Devil Squad return to Lyra with the Corpse Pieces and Purification Source Crystal hidden in Contamination remnants, escorted by Huo Ge Ni's troops.

Character Developments

• Ina: Realizes the importance of her mission and the potential danger to Lyra, becomes determined to stop the New God's descent.
• Jie La Er: Shows extraordinary intuition and knowledge about the situation, decides to act early to prevent the New God's descent.
• You Li: Feels uneasy about the situation and the escort by Huo Ge Ni's troops, but follows orders to return to Lyra with the Corpse Pieces and Purification Source Crystal.

Significant Themes

• The struggle against the New God's influence and the race to prevent his early descent.
• The theme of trust and deception, as seen in the interactions between You Li, Huo Ge Ni, and the Devil Squad.
• The power dynamics between different factions in Lyra, as exemplified by the relationship between the Devil Squad, the Skeleton Corps, and the New Pursuit Society.

Character Interactions

• Ina and Jie La Er: Father and daughter reunite and work together to prevent the New God's descent, with Jie La Er promising to reveal the truth to Ina after the crisis is over.
• You Li and Huo Ge Ni: Tension and mistrust between the Devil Squad and Huo Ge Ni's troops, with You Li feeling uneasy about the situation and Huo Ge Ni's intentions.
• The Devil Squad and the Skeleton Corps: Implicit tension and potential conflict, as the Skeleton Corps is revealed to be working against the Devil Squad's interests.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ariana, He Wei Ni Ya's teacher, uses a secret poison spell on her, which begins to consume Ariana's body.
• He Wei Ni Ya realizes that Ariana had Auger bring the Lost Score to her, which triggered the secret poison.
• Ariana tries to remove the poison but fails, and He Wei Ni Ya doesn't help her.
• Ariana offers He Wei Ni Ya her Seven Sound Song to play at the Grand Ceremony, but He Wei Ni Ya refuses.
• Ariana dies, and He Wei Ni Ya leaves the church as the Seven Sound Festival begins.
• As He Wei Ni Ya tries to leave, she is attacked by silver threads, and Ayman appears, accompanied by four Players.

Character Developments

• He Wei Ni Ya: She remains determined and independent, refusing to rely on anyone, even her teacher or Visas. She survives Ariana's attack and is ready to face the Seven Sound Festival.
• Ariana: Her desperation and resentment grow as she realizes she's dying. She offers He Wei Ni Ya her Seven Sound Song as a final attempt to prove herself, but He Wei Ni Ya's refusal pushes her over the edge.
• Ayman: She appears at the end of the chapter, attacking He Wei Ni Ya with silver threads, revealing her true intentions.

Significant Themes

• Trust and betrayal: He Wei Ni Ya doesn't trust anyone, not even her teacher or Visas, and this lack of trust is reciprocated by those around her.
• Ambition and desperation: Both Ariana and He Wei Ni Ya are driven by ambition, but Ariana's desperation to prove herself leads to her downfall.
• Power and manipulation: The use of secret poison and the manipulation of He Wei Ni Ya by Visas highlight the theme of power and how it can be used to control and manipulate others.

Character Interactions

• He Wei Ni Ya and Ariana: Their relationship is complex, with Ariana initially helping He Wei Ni Ya but later trying to kill her. He Wei Ni Ya remains indifferent to Ariana's pleas for help.
• He Wei Ni Ya and Visas: Their relationship is one of mutual distrust, with He Wei Ni Ya refusing to use Visas' power and Visas being curious about He Wei Ni Ya's true intentions.
• He Wei Ni Ya and Ayman: Their relationship is revealed to be hostile, with Ayman attacking He Wei Ni Ya at the end of the chapter.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Bishop Keli's Forbidden Eye becomes restless and tries to escape, causing him discomfort.
• Keli suspects another Corpse Piece holder is nearby, possibly Lyra or Ulu.
• Heli reports that the 'Cleansing' process is on track, and Keli plans to personally oversee it.

Character Developments

• Bishop Keli: Shows composure despite the eye's disturbance, revealing knowledge about Corpse Pieces' attraction to each other.
• Heli: Demonstrates loyalty and concern for Keli, but is intimidated by Keli's authority.
• Ulu: Struggles with his Middle Finger's revelations about his mother's murderer, potentially High Priest Heli.

Significant Themes

• Power and Control: Keli's authority and the Forbidden Eye's power are emphasized, contrasting with Heli's submissiveness and Ulu's struggle for information.
• Trust and Betrayal: Keli's decision not to report the incident to the Pope suggests a lack of trust in higher authorities, while Ulu's potential discovery about Heli's involvement in his mother's death could lead to betrayal.

Character Interactions

• Keli and Heli: Keli's dominance is clear as he interrupts Heli and exerts pressure, making Heli comply with his wishes.
• Ulu and Liya/Landlady: Ulu's strange behavior and lies about his anger are met with confusion and politeness from Liya and the Landlady, respectively. Ulu notices the Landlady's pallor but doesn't inquire about it.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Dean follows He Wei Ni Ya and sees Anita waiting at Ulysses's house.
• The Dean confronts Ulysses about He Wei Ni Ya's actions and his suspicions about Ulysses's involvement.
• Ulysses reveals that he knows He Wei Ni Ya's identity and has been helping her, but his true intentions remain unclear.
• He Wei Ni Ya returns to her dormitory and ponders Ulysses's motives and the Dean's next move.
• He Wei Ni Ya realizes that the Dean will increase his vigilance, making her subsequent actions more difficult.
• He Wei Ni Ya collapses due to the strain of using Bai Wei's power, but she soon regains consciousness.

Character Developments

• The Dean: He becomes more suspicious of He Wei Ni Ya and confronts Ulysses about his involvement. He decides to find evidence to expose He Wei Ni Ya without directly involving Ulysses.
• Ulysses: He admits to knowing He Wei Ni Ya's identity and helping her, but his true intentions remain unclear. He seems to be waiting for He Wei Ni Ya to collect almost all the Notes before making his move.
• He Wei Ni Ya: She realizes that the Dean will increase his vigilance, making her subsequent actions more difficult. She also understands that she can't rely on Bai Wei's power indefinitely due to the strain on her body.

Significant Themes

• Ambition and power: Ulysses's obsession with becoming the composer of the Divine Song and his willingness to manipulate others to achieve his goal.
• Trust and loyalty: The Dean's struggle between his loyalty to Ulysses and his duty as the Dean to maintain the integrity of the Holy Sound.
• The price of power: He Wei Ni Ya's body deteriorating due to her frequent use of Bai Wei's power, highlighting the consequences of relying on external forces.

Character Interactions

• The Dean and Ulysses: The Dean confronts Ulysses about his suspicions, leading to a tense conversation where Ulysses reveals his knowledge of He Wei Ni Ya's identity but keeps his true intentions hidden.
• He Wei Ni Ya and Bai Wei: He Wei Ni Ya discusses the situation with Bai Wei, who advises her on the Dean's next move and the potential danger of relying on her power.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wei Ke and Yi Weina enter the Hall of Valor, a place where Hunters registered before praying to the Senro God.
• Wei Ke experiences a hallucination of a future battle between Hunters and an unknown enemy, with the voice of the Saint telling him it's the future "He" wants.
• The Hall of Valor is revealed to be an armory containing weapons left by Hunters, each imbued with divine power to maintain their sharpness.
• Wei Ke takes the saber of the first Hunter, Ge Man, and is officially sworn in as a Senro Hunter by Yi Weina.
• Yi Weina leads Wei Ke to a room in the back, where they discover countless Hunter remains.

Character Developments

• Wei Ke gains a legitimate Hunter weapon and is officially recognized as a Senro Hunter, which boosts his confidence and determination.
• Yi Weina shows her responsibility as the Saintess by seeking equipment to protect herself, demonstrating her willingness to fight alongside Wei Ke.

Significant Themes

• The legacy of Senro Hunters and their duty to protect Senro.
• The importance of weapons and divine power in a Hunter's journey.
• The responsibility of the Saintess and her role in supporting the Hunters.

Character Interactions

• Wei Ke and Yi Weina work together, with Yi Weina guiding Wei Ke through the Hall of Valor and swearing him in as a Hunter.
• Wei Ke and Yi Weina discover the Hunter remains together, foreshadowing potential danger or a mystery they must unravel.

Plot Points & Events

• Ao Li Wei discovers that the Lyra God absorbed the tribute meant for the New God, gaining power to contend with the New God.
• Ao Li Wei decides to aid the New God's descent to eliminate threats, transferring his Lyra authority to the New God.
• Devil Knights, led by You Li, attempt to arrest Ao Li Wei but are attacked by him, resulting in a city-wide alarm.
• Ina returns to Lyra, witnessing chaos and deciding to leave with her father and Ju.
• You Li learns that the Sword of Order can only be held by a believer to maintain order, with each person able to hold it for a maximum of ten minutes before being contaminated.

Character Developments

• Ao Li Wei shows desperation and willingness to sacrifice for the New God's descent.
• Ina decides to leave Lyra with her family, initially planning to help but ultimately prioritizing their safety.
• You Li accepts the responsibility to hold the Sword of Order, demonstrating selflessness and commitment to Lyra's survival.

Significant Themes

• Sacrifice: Characters make personal sacrifices for the greater good, such as Ao Li Wei aiding the New God and You Li holding the Sword of Order.
• Order vs. Chaos: The struggle between the Lyra God and the New God, and the importance of maintaining order in Lyra City.
• Responsibility: Characters grapple with their responsibilities, whether to their families (Ina) or to their city (You Li).

Character Interactions

• Ina and You Li: They have a brief but meaningful conversation, with You Li understanding and accepting Ina's decision to leave Lyra.
• You Li and his subordinates: You Li discusses the Sword of Order's situation with his Devil Knights, ultimately accepting the responsibility to hold the sword.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ina finds Jie La Er exhausted and forces herself to talk to him, reminiscent of their past.
• Ina apologizes for leaving Jie La Er, but he reassures her she did nothing wrong.
• Jie La Er reveals that the entity inside him isn't crucial; they face a bigger problem - a new God within Lyra wants to kill Lyra God and take the throne, with the New Pursuit Society's support.
• Lyra City is built on Lyra God's physical body, and Jie La Er wants to awaken Lyra God before the new God succeeds.
• Jie La Er needs Ina's help to enter the Fifth District and access the main core parts of Lyra God.

Character Developments

• Ina grows up and understands the complexity of the world, showing maturity and determination.
• Jie La Er remains stoic but reveals his softer side when interacting with Ina, showing he still cares for her.
• Jie La Er's other personality is hinted to be more aggressive and potentially dangerous.

Significant Themes

• The struggle for power and control, both within Lyra God and between different factions in Lyra City.
• The consequences of keeping secrets and the importance of trust and communication, as seen in Jie La Er's relationship with Ina.
• The passage of time and how it changes people, as shown in Ina's growth and Jie La Er's acceptance of her.

Character Interactions

• Ina and Jie La Er reconnect and rebuild their relationship, with Ina showing understanding and support for Jie La Er's mission.
• Jie La Er's other personality interacts with You Li, revealing incomplete memories and a desperate need for reinforcements.