Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Gu Xi's forces successfully clear the Space of all Players and resources, transforming killed Players into Undead Servants.
• Gu Xi plans to perform a Yin-Yang Conversion on the Space to claim it as his territory.
• Moluan City searches for alternative routes to enter the Space, interrogating the Du Family Merchant for information.
• The Economic Investigation Unit attempts to recreate the main route using the Merchant's encryption method.

Character Developments

• Gu Xi demonstrates his strategic prowess and determination in claiming the Space.
• The Du Family Merchant shows reluctance in cooperating with Moluan City but eventually complies.

Significant Themes

• The struggle for control and resources in the Game World.
• The use of power and manipulation to achieve goals.

Character Interactions

• Gu Xi's Black Blood Knights report to him, showing his command over his forces.
• The Du Family Merchant interacts with the Economic Investigation Unit, revealing the encryption method for the Space's coordinates.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Gu Xi discovers a teleportation gate leading to a new space, which he claims as his own.
• The gate has an encrypted coordinate system, which Gu Xi modifies to prevent unauthorized access.
• Gu Xi performs Yin-Yang Conversion on the space, connecting it to his Yellow Springs Road via a Ghost Gate.
• He plans to reinforce the Ghost Gate to permanently bind the space to his Yellow Springs Road.
• Gu Xi decides to return to Moluan City using Pole Star Positioning, as staying at the hotel is unsafe.

Character Developments

• Gu Xi demonstrates his strategic thinking and resourcefulness in securing and managing the new space.
• Catherine, Gu Xi's subordinate, shows enthusiasm and eagerness to manage the new space's resources upon hearing about its potential.

Significant Themes

• Possession and Control: Gu Xi's primary goal is to secure and control the new space and its resources.
• Adaptation and Transformation: Gu Xi adapts to the new space by modifying the teleportation gate and performing Yin-Yang Conversion.
• Expansion and Growth: The discovery of the new space presents an opportunity for Gu Xi's empire to expand and grow.

Character Interactions

• Gu Xi interacts with Catherine, updating her about the new space and delegating its management to her.
• Gu Xi's actions and decisions in the new space reflect his independent nature, requiring minimal interaction with other characters.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Gu Xi discovers an ochre light-emitting location with unusual gravity.
• He suspects a Red or Quasi Red Equipment buried there.
• Undead Laborers fail to dig through the hard ground.
• Nether Spirit Flower Seed is used to break through the ground.
• Gu Xi realizes it's not an equipment but a Corpse buried there.
• He calls Catherine and Eve to help investigate and extract the Corpse without disrupting the Space's energy.

Character Developments

• Gu Xi demonstrates his quick thinking, resourcefulness, and knowledge of Corpse-related matters.
• Catherine shows her eagerness to exploit the Space's resources for profit.
• Eve exhibits her expertise in research and sensitivity to unusual energies.

Significant Themes

• The power of Red Equipment and the influence of Corpse Qi.
• The potential value of unusual phenomena in the Spaces.
• The importance of careful investigation and planning before acting.

Character Interactions

• Gu Xi, Catherine, and Eve work together to investigate and deal with the situation.
• Catherine and Eve express their eagerness to exploit the Space's resources for personal gain.
• Gu Xi maintains a calm and collected demeanor, focusing on the task at hand.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Gu Xi leaves Eve to investigate the Burial Ground and returns to Moluan City.
• Gu Xi discovers he's being monitored at the Train Station.
• He uses Fate Selection to evade his pursuers.
• Gu Xi contacts a Broker, a friend of the Spy Master, for a face-to-face meeting.
• Gu Xi heads to Huangxing Plaza, believing it to be the safest place due to its crowd.

Character Developments

• Gu Xi demonstrates his strategic thinking and adaptability in handling unexpected situations.
• Eve shows competence and diligence in her investigation of the Burial Ground.

Significant Themes

• Adaptability: Gu Xi quickly adjusts his plans to deal with the unexpected surveillance.
• Trust: Gu Xi relies on the Spy Master's connection to the Broker, showing trust in the Spy Master's network.
• Safety in Crowds: Gu Xi believes that the safest place to meet the Broker is in a crowded area.

Character Interactions

• Gu Xi interacts with Eve remotely, entrusting her with the investigation.
• Gu Xi encounters watchers at the Train Station, using Fate Selection to evade them.
• Gu Xi communicates with the Broker through an encrypted message delivered by the Owl.
• Gu Xi interacts with the taxi driver, gathering information about Moluan City.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Gu Xi argues with a taxi driver to find a crowded plaza in Moluan City.
• Gu Xi meets the Broker, who arrives quickly and suggests they talk in a public café due to recent incidents in Moluan City.
• Gu Xi wants to establish his fake identity to enter Changzi City, but the Broker warns him about the current situation and the high demands of his request.

Character Developments

• Gu Xi: Shows determination and adaptability in his mission, but also exhibits impatience and impulsiveness.
• The Broker: Demonstrates quick thinking, knowledge of local events, and understanding of Gu Xi's situation, but is cautious about taking on high-risk tasks.

Significant Themes

• The importance of caution and planning in high-risk situations.
• The value of established identities and recognition in the Game Deep's society.
• The impact of recent incidents on daily life and operations in Moluan City.

Character Interactions

• Gu Xi and the Taxi Driver: The argument reveals Gu Xi's determination and the taxi driver's local knowledge.
• Gu Xi and the Broker: Their interaction shows the Broker's quick understanding of Gu Xi's situation and his caution in taking on high-risk tasks, while Gu Xi reveals his impatience and lack of foresight in his plans.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Gu Xi asks the Broker to help him go to Changzi City, but the Broker finds it challenging due to Moluan City's current chaos and restrictions on travel.
• Gu Xi decides to stay at 'My Buddha's Mercy Hotel' while waiting for the Broker's arrangements.
• The hotel has a Forbidden Floor (4th floor) and rooms with Invisibility, Teleportation, and Game Activation prohibitions.
• Gu Xi's Fate line is touched again by a Nether Spirit Flower petal, indicating another potential threat or encounter.

Character Developments

• Gu Xi remains determined to go to Changzi City, showing persistence and resolve.
• The Broker, despite initial hesitation, agrees to help Gu Xi, displaying a sense of responsibility and heroism.

Significant Themes

• Determination: Gu Xi's unyielding resolve to reach Changzi City.
• Fate and Destiny: The recurring Nether Spirit Flower petals hint at an inevitable fate or challenge awaiting Gu Xi.
• Trust and Betrayal: The Broker's initial reluctance and later commitment to helping Gu Xi raise questions about his true intentions and loyalty.

Character Interactions

• Gu Xi and the Broker: Their interaction shows Gu Xi's assertiveness and the Broker's eventual commitment to helping him.
• Gu Xi and the Hotel Staff: The staff's warnings about the Forbidden Floor and room restrictions hint at potential dangers or secrets in the hotel.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Gu Xi arrives at the My Buddha's Mercy Hotel and is protected by his Flame Light Six Paths Lamp, concealing him from other Players.
• Gu Xi witnesses an Octopus Head Player attempting to disguise himself as human, unaware of Gu Xi's setup.
• The elevator takes Gu Xi to a real, independent meadow, an independent Space that becomes the first floor of the hotel.
• Gu Xi's room is in the root of a Great Tree, with a large, comfortable bedroom and a view of the meadow.
• Gu Xi discovers that the meadow is inhabited by harmless living landscapes like peacocks, White Elephants, and Azure Lions, which have a calming effect on his Mind.
• While floating in the sky, Gu Xi realizes that many of his choices in the Game Deep were flawed, affecting his judgments and directions.

Character Developments

• Gu Xi demonstrates his caution and perceptiveness by noticing the Octopus Head Player's disguise and the hotel's unique features.
• Gu Xi's Mind becomes clearer and more focused due to the influence of the living landscapes in the meadow.

Significant Themes

• The hotel's rules are a result of past experiences and lessons, reflecting the importance of understanding and adapting to one's environment.
• The meadow's living landscapes symbolize the potential for growth and clarity when one is in a peaceful, natural setting.

Character Interactions

• Gu Xi interacts with the hotel staff, who help him hold the elevator but remain silent about the Octopus Head Player.
• Gu Xi doesn't encounter any other Players or creatures in the meadow, emphasizing his solitude and introspection.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Gu Xi wakes up to the voice of the Orange Equipment Guardian - New Nine-tailed, who explains the Mind-cultivating benefits of their current environment.
• Gu Xi learns that his thoughts can be monitored due to the environment's influence, so he activates the Mind Nether Lamp to restrain his thoughts.
• At night, Black Qi emerges from the ground, attempting to approach Gu Xi's room, but is repelled by his Nether Spirit Flowers and Holders.
• Orange Equipment Guardian - New Nine-tailed leaves to investigate the source of the Black Qi, while Orange Equipment Guardian - Three Sacrifices stays to protect Gu Xi.

Character Developments

• Gu Xi learns to control his Mind Power, opening a new door to his abilities.
• Orange Equipment Guardian - New Nine-tailed demonstrates her strength and agility, showing no fear of the Black Qi's source.

Significant Themes

• Mind cultivation and its benefits/dangers.
• The importance of self-control and awareness of one's thoughts.
• The protective nature of Gu Xi's equipment and guardians.

Character Interactions

• Gu Xi and Orange Equipment Guardian - New Nine-tailed communicate about the environment's effects on Gu Xi's Mind.
• Orange Equipment Guardian - New Nine-tailed and Orange Equipment Guardian - Three Sacrifices coordinate to protect Gu Xi, showing trust and understanding between them.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Gu Xi wakes up to find his Holders guarding him, realizing something unusual happened the previous night.
• An Orange Equipment Guardian, New Nine-tailed, reveals that a sealed monster from the Fourth Floor (a forbidden area) escaped.
• The hotel operates by extracting power from sealed evil spirits, which benefit from guests' presence.
• New Nine-tailed reveals she traded the monster's safe passage for a polluted Fox Claw Necklace, part of the Nine-tailed Divine Might Set.

Character Developments

• Gu Xi demonstrates understanding and adaptability in dealing with unexpected situations.
• New Nine-tailed shows initiative and cunning in acquiring a valuable item.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics between sealed entities and those benefiting from their power.
• The allure and importance of set equipment pieces, like the Nine-tailed Divine Might Set.

Character Interactions

• Gu Xi and New Nine-tailed communicate silently, with Gu Xi accepting the new equipment without questioning New Nine-tailed's actions.
• Gu Xi decides not to interfere with the Fourth Floor's sealed entities, focusing on his own goals.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Gu Xi travels to the second floor of the grand hotel, where he finds a river with Lotus platforms serving raw, unseasoned greenery as food.
• He discovers that consuming this food improves his Constitution.
• Gu Xi then visits a renovation company in the Plaza but learns that space positioning is currently prohibited in Moluan City.
• A newly graduated Space Architect approaches Gu Xi, showing him their work and explaining the difficulties of living in Moluan City due to high housing costs.

Character Developments

• Gu Xi demonstrates adaptability and patience in facing unexpected situations, such as the raw food at the hotel and the space positioning prohibition.
• The Space Architect reveals their passion for their profession despite the challenges of living in Moluan City.

Significant Themes

• Adaptability: Gu Xi's ability to adjust to new circumstances, such as eating raw greens and dealing with the space positioning prohibition.
• Resourcefulness: Gu Xi's determination to find a solution for his space positioning needs, even if it means waiting and finding a better location later.
• Professional dedication: The Space Architect's commitment to their field, despite the difficulties of living in Moluan City.

Character Interactions

• Gu Xi interacts with other Players in the elevator, demonstrating the tense and cautious atmosphere among them.
• Gu Xi has a brief interaction with the Space Architect, who tries to introduce their profession to Gu Xi.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Xiong, a chatty Player, reveals that spatial techniques are prevalent in Moluan City due to its unique environment.
• Space Architect, a sub-profession, is introduced, which involves cutting and transferring spaces from the Game to specific locations.
• Gu Xi learns about the simplicity and limitations of Space Architect compared to his own Yellow Springs Road and Yin-Yang Conversion methods.
• Gu Xi discovers a familiar symbol in a picture Su Xiong shows, leading him to request a visit to the corresponding space.

Character Developments

• Su Xiong: Initially deceived about the Space Architect profession, he now struggles to find work due to its competitiveness. He shares his knowledge with Gu Xi, hoping to earn money.
• Gu Xi: Realizes the potential of Space Architect techniques for his Yellow Springs Road and Ghost Prison construction. He also discovers new ideas for upgrading his methods.

Significant Themes

• The versatility and limitations of different professions and skills within the Game.
• The potential for learning and adaptation, as seen in Gu Xi's ability to apply new knowledge to his existing methods.
• The importance of observation and curiosity, as demonstrated by Gu Xi's decision to investigate the familiar symbol.

Character Interactions

• Gu Xi and Su Xiong: Gu Xi listens to Su Xiong's explanations about Space Architect, learning new techniques and ideas. In exchange, Gu Xi pays Su Xiong for his time and knowledge. Their interaction is mutually beneficial, with Gu Xi gaining new insights and Su Xiong earning money.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Gu Xi discovers a strange stone in Su Xiong's space, but it's not the Teleportation Gate he destroyed.
• Gu Xi decides to study space knowledge in Lingxi's Dream Realm, planning to involve Yan Ruyu, Luna, and Grand Princess Anna.
• Gu Xi encounters an inspection on his way back to the hotel, delaying his plans and causing him to feel unlucky.
• The Broker visits Gu Xi at the hotel, having already arranged for Gu Xi to leave for Changzi City that night.

Character Developments

• Gu Xi: Becomes more determined to study space knowledge and leaves Moluan City due to increasing tension and danger.
• Su Xiong: Realizes the potential value of the strange stones in his space and Gu Xi's interest in them.
• The Broker: Uses all his connections to expedite Gu Xi's departure from Moluan City, driven by a sense of urgency and danger.

Significant Themes

• Danger and Urgency: The increasing tension in Moluan City and the Broker's sense of impending danger drive the plot forward.
• Knowledge and Learning: Gu Xi's desire to study space knowledge and his plans to involve others in his learning process highlight the theme of knowledge acquisition and growth.

Character Interactions

• Gu Xi and Su Xiong: Their interaction leads to Su Xiong realizing the potential value of the strange stones and Gu Xi's determination to study space knowledge.
• Gu Xi and The Broker: Their interaction results in Gu Xi's immediate departure from Moluan City, highlighting the Broker's influence and efficiency.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Moluan City is under semi-lockdown, but trains continue to operate with stricter management.
• The Broker arranges for Gu Xi to convoy supplies to Changzi City, with a return trip planned within 10-15 days.
• Gu Xi learns he can bring private goods on the train and stay longer in Changzi City if needed.
• On their way to the train station, they witness a commotion involving Heretical Sect forces and Black Players.

Character Developments

• Gu Xi shows eagerness to leave Moluan City and willingness to take on the convoy job.
• The Broker demonstrates efficiency and connections, arranging Gu Xi's travel and handling the city's issues.

Significant Themes

• The struggle between law-abiding Players and Black Players/Heretical Sect forces.
• The chaos and danger in Moluan City due to the semi-lockdown and presence of Black Players.

Character Interactions

• Gu Xi and The Broker work together, with The Broker providing opportunities and Gu Xi taking them.
• Gu Xi shows curiosity about the commotion outside, while The Broker handles the situation remotely.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Black Players' forces gather due to the stolen Space, causing chaos in Moluan City.
• Moluan City plans to blame the Black Players for the recent disturbances and recover its face.
• The Black Players' plan to make the Game descend upon the city is ruined by an ordinary Player, Su Xiong, who collects thirty special Stones.
• The Black Players kill Su Xiong, initiating the Game's descent prematurely, leading to a city-wide fight between the Black Players and Moluan City Troops.

Character Developments

• Gu Xi, the protagonist, returns to the Moluan City Train Station, reflecting on his troubled journey so far.
• The Broker, Gu Xi's guide, prioritizes sending Gu Xi away safely and avoids the chaotic scene, not revealing the truth to Gu Xi.

Significant Themes

• The struggle between the Black Players and the Game World's forces, represented by Moluan City.
• The unintended consequences of actions, as seen with Su Xiong's collection of Stones triggering the Game's descent.

Character Interactions

• Gu Xi and the Broker: The Broker leads Gu Xi to the freight platform, revealing the Convoy job Gu Xi will undertake.
• Gu Xi and the Black Players: Gu Xi witnesses the chaos caused by the Black Players but is unaware of their true intentions or his role in the events.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Gu Xi, a Savage Player, hires a Broker to help him board a Train to Changzi City.
• The Broker reveals that the Train they'll take is the Red Train, which is often targeted by Savage Players due to its cargo of less important items.
• Gu Xi is assigned to guard Carriage No. 12, carrying ten thousand barrels of Blackmouth Fish Oil, a crucial stabilizer in high-quality alchemical Potions.
• The Broker emphasizes the importance of the cargo and the need to bring ten days' worth of food for the journey.

Character Developments

• Gu Xi: Shows his knowledge about different colored Trains and their cargo, revealing his experience as a Savage Player.
• The Broker: Initially hesitant about helping Gu Xi due to his Savage Player identity, but ultimately agrees after considering the potential danger of not helping.

Significant Themes

• Trust and deception: The Broker is initially wary of Gu Xi due to his Savage Player identity, but Gu Xi's honesty and generosity with Gems as payment earns the Broker's trust.
• Preparation and foresight: The Broker emphasizes the importance of being prepared for the journey, highlighting the need for ten days' worth of food and understanding the cargo's value.

Character Interactions

• Gu Xi and the Broker: Their interaction is primarily business-oriented, with Gu Xi hiring the Broker for his services and the Broker providing necessary information and assistance. Despite initial wariness, they part ways amicably after Gu Xi pays the Broker generously.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Gu Xi, aboard the Red Skin Train, reads a newspaper sent by the public Messenger, detailing the aftermath of his departure from Moluan City.
• The newspaper reports that Black Players caused significant damage, leading to a Game World descent and Strange Creature invasion. Moluan City is recovering but will take years to fully heal.
• Gu Xi learns about new Hero figures and their battle records, inspiring him to reflect on his own performance and improve his strength.
• A bell rings, signaling potential danger, and Gu Xi begins patrolling the carriage. He senses enemy gazes and decides to climb onto the roof for a better view.

Character Development

• Gu Xi demonstrates growth and self-reflection, improving his strength in just two days. He maintains his Elf Archer disguise, making him less suspicious to others.
• Gu Xi's observational and strategic skills are highlighted as he notices enemy gazes and decides to investigate further.

Significant Themes

• Information Control: The newspaper serves as a propaganda tool, showing only what the authorities want the public to see.
• Adaptation and Growth: Gu Xi's experiences and reflections lead to personal growth and improvement.
• Perception and Awareness: Gu Xi's ability to sense and interpret his surroundings allows him to make informed decisions.

Character Interactions

• Gu Xi interacts indirectly with other Convoy Players through the newspaper and his patrols.
• His actions are observed by unknown enemies, setting up a potential confrontation.
• Gu Xi's decision to climb onto the roof could lead to interactions with other Players on the train or with the enemies outside.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Gu Xi and another player, Xu Zao, meet on the roof of their carriage while investigating a mysterious observer.
• Gu Xi discovers a hilltop observer and eliminates them with a silent attack.
• The train passes through a field of skeletons and corpses, causing Fireflies to stir their souls, creating a spectacle.
• Gu Xi's level increases to 17 due to observing the Wilderness Anomalies and the influence of the Natural Tide.

Character Developments

• Gu Xi: Shows adaptability and calmness in unexpected situations, demonstrates strategic thinking, and maintains his composure even when his level increases unexpectedly.
• Xu Zao (Big Beard): Reveals his poetic side and appreciation for the game's unique landscapes, providing insight into his character and motivations.

Significant Themes

• The beauty and strangeness of the game world's landscapes and anomalies.
• The influence of the game's environment on player experiences and emotions.
• The unexpected nature of leveling up and its potential consequences.

Character Interactions

• Gu Xi and Xu Zao share a brief interaction on the roof, with Xu Zao providing insight into the spectacle they're witnessing and Gu Xi keeping his true intentions hidden.
• Gu Xi's internal monologue reveals his thoughts and complaints about the unexpected level increase.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Gu Xi faces a skill selection challenge, choosing two out of five skills.
• The skills include: Three Watch Drum (Battlefield Time Skill), River of Forgetfulness (Element Combination Skill), White Bone Earth Spike (Necromancer Skill), Death Scenery (Finishing Skill), and Death Sorcerer Wisdom (Death Sorcerer Lord exclusive Skill).
• Gu Xi struggles with the decision due to the importance of each skill.
• The Red Train enters Changzi City, marking the start of a new challenge for Gu Xi.

Character Developments

• Gu Xi demonstrates strategic thinking and careful consideration in choosing skills.
• He shows interest in experimenting with Death Sorcerer Wisdom and obtaining an Air Element Mage Skin next time.

Significant Themes

• The importance of strategic decision-making in skill selection.
• The impact of environment and weather on Undead combat power.
• The potential for combining Undead and Element skills.

Character Interactions

• Gu Xi interacts with other Players on the roof of the train, but he chooses to stay in the compartment to strategize.
• No direct interactions with NPCs or other characters are mentioned in this chapter.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Gu Xi arrives at Changzi City's Train Station and is immediately chased by others trying to 'grab a replacement' (steal his escort position).
• Gu Xi learns about the practice of 'grabbing replacements' from Big Beard, an escort player.
• Gu Xi enters Changzi City after presenting his Identity Certificate and answering questions about his background.
• Gu Xi buys the latest city map and meets Big Beard again, who invites him for a drink but Gu Xi declines.
• Gu Xi takes a bus instead of a taxi to maintain his poor man's persona, drawing unwanted attention from other passengers.

Character Developments

• Gu Xi: Shows adaptability and quick thinking in handling unexpected situations. He maintains his cover story despite the unusual circumstances.
• Big Beard: Displayed helpfulness by explaining the 'grabbing replacements' practice to Gu Xi and offering a discount at a bath center.

Significant Themes

• Survival and Adaptation: Gu Xi must quickly adapt to the new situation and maintain his cover to avoid exposure.
• Trust and Deception: Gu Xi must navigate the complex dynamics of trust and deception among the players, as seen in his interactions with Big Beard and the other escorts.

Character Interactions

• Gu Xi and Big Beard: They interact briefly at the Train Station and the newsstand. Big Beard shows kindness by explaining the local customs and offering a discount at a bath center.
• Gu Xi and other passengers: Gu Xi's overacting draws unwanted attention from other passengers on the bus, highlighting the importance of subtlety in maintaining his cover.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Gu Xi arrives in Changzi City, drawing unwanted attention due to his unfamiliarity with the place.
• He decides to stay at an Express Hotel opposite the Bath Center instead of going there directly to avoid suspicion.
• Gu Xi registers for a 15-day stay at the hotel and learns about its amenities and the 20% discount at the Bath Center for hotel guests.

Character Developments

• Gu Xi demonstrates adaptability and quick thinking, adjusting his behavior to avoid suspicion.
• The hotel receptionist shows indifference and lack of concern for guests, unlike the more attentive service in larger hotels.

Significant Themes

• The importance of blending in and avoiding suspicion in Changzi City, a place filled with vigilant Players.
• The difference in service quality between large hotels and smaller, more affordable options.

Character Interactions

• Gu Xi interacts with the hotel receptionist, who provides him with information about the hotel and its services.
• Gu Xi's actions and decisions are observed by the receptionist and other Players, influencing their perceptions of him.