Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Fang Zheng, unable to use his powers to call for help, uses a public phone to report his attack to the police.
• Oishi and his team arrive, find evidence linking the attackers to the Hinamisawa serial murders, and arrest them.
• Takano Miyo, panicked, tries to cover up the incident to protect the Irie Clinic and her plans.
• News of the attack spreads through Hinamisawa, causing an uproar.
• Rika decides to approach Fang Zheng, believing he might be the key to breaking her cycle.

Character Developments

• Fang Zheng: Proves his strength and resilience by defeating the Yamainu Squad, showing he's not an ordinary person.
• Takano Miyo: Realizes her plans are at risk and must now focus on damage control, showing her adaptability and ruthlessness.
• Rika: Decides to take a chance on Fang Zheng, demonstrating her determination to break free from her looped life.

Significant Themes

• Power and Strength: Fang Zheng's physical prowess and Takano Miyo's political influence are both challenged and tested.
• Secrets and Cover-ups: Both Takano Miyo and the Irie Clinic have secrets they're desperate to keep hidden.
• Change and Adaptation: Characters must adapt to unexpected events, such as Takano Miyo dealing with the failed kidnapping attempt and Rika considering a new potential ally.

Character Interactions

• Fang Zheng and the Yamainu Squad: Their confrontation highlights Fang Zheng's power and the squad's underestimation of their target.
• Takano Miyo and Tomitake Jirou: Their conversation reveals the power dynamics between them and the potential consequences of Takano Miyo's actions.
• Rika and Hanyu: Rika's decision to approach Fang Zheng shows her trust in Hanyu's support and her own resolve to change her fate.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Fang Zheng is attacked by outsiders, leading to an investigation by the villagers and the police.
• The attackers are connected to a major case and are taken away by the Metropolitan Police Department.
• Shion Sonozaki visits Fang Zheng, expressing her suspicions about the connection between the attackers and Satoshi Hojo's disappearance.
• Furude Rika visits Fang Zheng to discuss her manga, hinting at the Hinamizawa Sawamura Syndrome.

Character Developments

• Fang Zheng gains the villagers' support and friendship due to his actions and contributions.
• Shion Sonozaki shows determination to investigate Satoshi Hojo's case and seeks Fang Zheng's help.
• Furude Rika reveals her manga project and seeks Fang Zheng's guidance, hinting at her knowledge of the Syndrome.

Significant Themes

• Unity and cooperation among the villagers.
• The power dynamics and manipulation behind the Hinamizawa Sawamura Syndrome.
• The consequences of keeping secrets and the truth coming to light.

Character Interactions

• Fang Zheng interacts with various villagers who come to show their support and concern.
• Shion Sonozaki and Fang Zheng discuss the investigation into Satoshi Hojo's case.
• Furude Rika and Fang Zheng discuss her manga, with Fang Zheng subtly guiding her to consider the truth behind the Syndrome.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Fang Zheng criticizes the scientific validity of the Hinami Sawamura Syndrome research, considering it amateurish and lacking rigorous proof.
• Rika learns about 'Document 34', a contingency plan involving poison gas 'disinfection' of the village if she dies, raising her suspicions about Takano Miyo.
• Rika and Hanyu discuss the possibility of Takano Miyo being the mastermind behind the village's tragedies.
• Rika struggles with how to approach Fang Zheng for help, despite his significant impact on her world.

Character Developments

• Fang Zheng: Shows his expertise and critical thinking, dismissing the research as unscientific and harmful.
• Rika: Becomes more suspicious of Takano Miyo, starts considering Fang Zheng as a potential ally, and grapples with how to approach him.
• Takano Miyo: Implicated as a possible mastermind behind the village's events, her academic competence and motives are questioned.

Significant Themes

• Academic Rigor vs. Amateurism: Fang Zheng criticizes the lack of scientific rigor in the research, highlighting the dangers of unchecked, low-quality academic work.
• Trust and Betrayal: Rika's trust in Takano Miyo wavers, and she begins to question her allies, reflecting on the theme of betrayal and mistrust in her world.
• New Alliances and Uncertainty: Rika's struggle to approach Fang Zheng, a new entity in her world, emphasizes the uncertainty and difficulty of forming new alliances.

Character Interactions

• Fang Zheng and Rika: Fang Zheng's presence and actions influence Rika's world significantly, but their interaction is minimal, leaving Rika uncertain about how to approach him.
• Rika and Hanyu: They discuss their suspicions about Takano Miyo, reflecting on past events and considering new possibilities.
• Rika and Satoko: Despite her internal turmoil, Rika maintains her cheerful demeanor around Satoko, showing their strong bond and Rika's protective nature.

• Furude Rika invites Fang Zheng and the main characters to stay after school to reveal the truth about Hinamizawa Syndrome and the Irie Institute's contingency plan.
• Rika explains that the "curse" is actually a parasitic disease, and the Irie Institute plans to destroy the village if the Queen carrier dies.
• The main characters struggle to accept Rika's revelation, with some doubting its authenticity.
• Fang Zheng suggests they think about it overnight and not discuss it with others.
• After leaving school, the main characters react differently to Rika's revelation. Keiichi suggests they investigate the Irie Clinic for evidence, but Rena warns against it, quoting Fang Zheng's advice.
• Keiichi decides to investigate alone, and the others disperse, with Rena following Keiichi.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Keiichi decides to investigate Irie Clinic after Rika's revelations.
• Rena confronts Keiichi, trying to stop him from going to the clinic.
• Shion appears, revealing she's also been following Keiichi.
• Tension escalates between Rena and Shion, leading to a confrontation.

Character Developments

• Keiichi shows determination and stubbornness in pursuing the truth.
• Rena exhibits protective behavior towards Mr. Fang Zheng and displays aggression when challenged.
• Shion reveals jealousy and possessiveness towards Mr. Fang Zheng, hinting at a romantic interest.

Significant Themes

• Trust and deception: Characters' true intentions and allegiances are called into question.
• Power dynamics: Characters assert dominance and control over each other.
• Jealousy and possessiveness: Emotions drive characters' actions and decisions.

Character Interactions

• Keiichi vs. Rena: Keiichi's resolve is tested by Rena's attempts to stop him, leading to a tense standoff.
• Rena vs. Shion: Tension between the two escalates due to their shared interest in Mr. Fang Zheng, culminating in a physical altercation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Fang Zheng wakes up from a disturbing dream where the friends turn against each other, leading to violence and death, including Rena and Shion's affection for him.
• Rika visits Fang Zheng, informing him that everyone has dispersed, which aligns with his dream.
• Fang Zheng struggles to decide whether to intervene based on his dream or his premonition, realizing he's been affected by "Hinami Sawamura Syndrome" and can't make a clear judgment.
• Fang Zheng reflects on the nature of Higurashi's plot and the trap he's fallen into due to his knowledge of it.

Character Developments

• Fang Zheng: Struggles with indecision and the weight of his knowledge about the story's plot, leading to self-doubt and realization of his predicament.
• Rika: Shows concern for Fang Zheng, unaware of his internal conflict.

Significant Themes

• The influence of knowledge on decision-making and its potential pitfalls.
• The malleability of fate and the consequences of trying to change it.
• The dark side of human nature and the fragility of friendships.

Character Interactions

• Fang Zheng and Rika: Rika visits Fang Zheng, showing concern for him, while he grapples with his internal conflict.
• Fang Zheng and his dream self: Fang Zheng struggles to reconcile his dream with his premonition and instincts, leading to self-doubt and realization.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Fang Zheng realizes the danger of his knowledge in this world, as it can cause him to suffer due to overthinking.
• He becomes paranoid about potential murders in the Cicada's Cry World, based on his anime knowledge.
• Rika approaches Fang Zheng, asking if he believes her, hinting at her true nature and the world's problems.
• Fang Zheng transforms into his Zerg Awakened Form to convince Rika of his identity and intentions.
• He reveals that he's from the Time-Space Administration Bureau, sent to investigate and solve the world's temporal distortions.

Character Developments

• Fang Zheng understands the double-edged nature of his knowledge and the burden it carries.
• Rika shows her true, mature self, revealing her desperation and fear after a century of looping.
• Fang Zheng demonstrates his ability to adapt and use his powers creatively, not just for combat.

Significant Themes

• The burden of knowledge and the idea that "the more you know, the more you suffer."
• The dangers of overthinking and paranoia, leading to inaction or wrong decisions.
• The struggle against despair and the search for hope, as seen in Rika's character.

Character Interactions

• Fang Zheng and Rika's conversation reveals their true selves to each other, fostering a sense of trust and understanding.
• Fang Zheng's transformation intimidates Rika, but also gives her hope that he can help her break her loop.
• Fang Zheng's calm and reassuring demeanor helps Rika open up about her situation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Fang Zheng persuades Rika to cooperate to prevent Hinami's destruction and agrees to help her friends.
• Fang Zheng has a disturbing dream about Rena achieving a double kill.
• Rena brings Fang Zheng lunch, and he struggles with her growing affection, fearing it might be a trap.
• Fang Zheng realizes Rena's answer about Keiichi's absence matches his dream, fueling his suspicion.
• Fang Zheng decides to maintain his usual demeanor around Rena to avoid arousing suspicion or hurting her feelings.
• Rena confesses her feelings to Fang Zheng, expressing a different kind of affection and wanting to be with him forever.

Character Developments

• Fang Zheng: Struggles with his growing suspicion of Rena, maintains composure to avoid arousing her suspicion or hurting her feelings.
• Rena Ryugu: Expresses her affection for Fang Zheng, revealing a different kind of liking for him and wanting to be with him.

Significant Themes

• Trust and suspicion: Fang Zheng struggles with trusting Rena while she confesses her feelings, and he fears she might be hiding something.
• Affection and relationships: Rena's growing affection for Fang Zheng and her desire to be with him.
• Danger and deception: Fang Zheng's fear that Rena's affection might be a trap or a sign of her Blackened Machete side.

Character Interactions

• Fang Zheng and Rena: Their interaction becomes tense as Rena confesses her feelings, and Fang Zheng struggles to maintain his composure while fearing her affection might be a trap.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Fang Zheng, after transmigrating into the world of 'Higurashi When They Cry', ponders his purpose and choices in this new world.
• He realizes that all his decisions thus far have been single-choice questions, leading him to question his true intentions.
• Fang Zheng reflects on his past transmigrations and realizes they were all passive choices, not driven by his own goals.
• He concludes that his ultimate goal is to gain power to create and release games he loves, unhindered by external constraints.

Character Developments

• Fang Zheng: He undergoes introspection, realizing his true desires and the purpose behind his transmigrations. He gains a newfound sense of liberation and confidence.
• Rena Ryūgū: She confesses her feelings to Fang Zheng, displaying her emotional vulnerability and dependence on him.

Significant Themes

• Purpose and agency: Fang Zheng grapples with understanding his true goals and the choices he makes.
• Power and control: The desire for power and control over one's life and circumstances is a driving force for Fang Zheng.
• Freedom: Both Fang Zheng and Rika seek freedom from their respective constraints.

Character Interactions

• Fang Zheng and Rena: Their interaction highlights Fang Zheng's newfound confidence and understanding of his purpose. He reassures Rena but also sets boundaries, asking her to prepare herself for his potential departure.
• Fang Zheng and himself: Fang Zheng's internal monologue reveals his introspection and self-discovery, leading to a significant personal breakthrough.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Fang Zheng passes the trial, gaining a new understanding of the world's nature and his own self-awareness.
• He uses his powers to incapacitate Hojo Teppei, leaving him severely injured.
• Fang Zheng meets Tomitake Jirou, reveals his true identity as a representative of "Tokyo," and feeds him information to incriminate Takano Miyo.

Character Developments

• Fang Zheng gains self-awareness and understands the true nature of the world's "Will."
• Tomitake Jirou realizes he's been deceived by Takano Miyo and understands the gravity of her actions.

Significant Themes

• Self-awareness and understanding one's true nature.
• The power of language and its implications.
• The consequences of deception and betrayal.

Character Interactions

• Fang Zheng and Tomitake Jirou: Fang Zheng manipulates Tomitake by revealing his identity and incriminating information about Takano Miyo.
• Fang Zheng and Hojo Teppei: Fang Zheng uses his powers to incapacitate Hojo Teppei, ending his threat in the story.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Fang Zheng returns to Hinamizawa and finds Keiichi, Shion, Rika, Satoko, Rena, and Director Irie hiding in his room, seeking his help.
• Takano Miyo attacks Doctor Irie, who reveals that Lieutenant Tomitake's actions may have provoked her.
• The Yamainu Squad, led by Takano Miyo, surrounds the school to capture Rika. Fang Zheng single-handedly defeats them.
• Takano Miyo is captured by Fang Zheng, who destroys her grandfather's research. A helicopter approaches, signaling the arrival of "Tokyo" forces.

Character Developments

• Fang Zheng demonstrates his power and saves the protagonists, showing his growing mastery of his abilities.
• Rika gains confidence and accepts her friends' support, overcoming her despair.
• Takano Miyo's obsession with her grandfather's research is exposed, leading to her downfall.

Significant Themes

• The consequences of obsession and powerlessness.
• The importance of friendship and unity in the face of adversity.
• The cyclical nature of tragedy and the struggle to break free from it.

Character Interactions

• Fang Zheng and Rika: Fang Zheng reassures Rika and promises to help, while Rika asks for his assistance.
• Takano Miyo and Fang Zheng: Takano Miyo's desperation to protect her grandfather's research leads to her defeat at Fang Zheng's hands.
• Hanyu and Takano Miyo: Hanyu watches Takano Miyo's downfall but does not intervene, showing her conflicted feelings.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Takano Miyo is arrested and imprisoned for her crimes, and the Irie Institute is placed under quarantine and investigation.
• Fang Zheng decides to return to his own world after ensuring Rika's safety, as he knows the world will change drastically in the future.
• Fang Zheng completes the free Dungeon "Heart" and acquires the Mental Specialty "Free Will."
• A black cat appears suddenly from Fang Zheng's body, and he hands it over to Nymph to take care of.

Character Developments

• Fang Zheng learns the importance of not being bound by foreseen events and the danger of becoming a pawn in the future. He acquires the 'Free Will' specialty to resist mental will effects.
• Rika can now live freely without worrying about being killed, but she must still be careful to avoid time loops.
• Takano Miyo's fate is left uncertain, but she is likely to face severe punishment.

Significant Themes

• The danger of foreseeing the future and the importance of free will in determining one's own fate.
• The consequences of one's actions and the inescapable nature of justice.
• The passage of time and the changes it brings to the world.

Character Interactions

• Fang Zheng and Rika watch the sunset together before he leaves the Cicada's Cry World.
• Fang Zheng interacts with the black cat that suddenly appears, finding it adorable, and hands it over to Nymph to take care of.
• Fang Zheng and Nymph communicate briefly upon his return, with Nymph expressing her eagerness to care for the black cat.

Key Plot Points

• Fang Zheng obtains the specialty ability [Free Will] and a Black Cat.
• He climbs the Heavenly Ladder, resisting Enchantment System spells due to his new ability.
• Enchantment mages challenge him, but he remains unaffected.
• Fang Zheng masters level five spells from four different systems.
• He receives an invitation to a banquet hosted by the Holy Order.

Character Developments

• Fang Zheng's resistance to Enchantment spells improves with [Free Will].
• Rex becomes more determined to guide Fang Zheng in magic.
• Knight Conan survives the battle at Order Fortress but decides to retire.

Significant Themes

• Fang Zheng's extraordinary ability to learn spells.
• The impact of the Demonic Beast invasion on the Northern Kingdom's capital and its people.

Character Interactions

• Fang Zheng and Rex discuss the invitation to the Holy Order's banquet.
• Fang Zheng meets Knight Conan, who shares his decision to retire.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Fang Zheng attends a banquet at the Holy Hall, arriving early with Nymph.
• He learns the banquet's agenda and plans to leave after greeting Stone and Karl.
• Fang Zheng sits in a corner, playing with a cat and chatting with Nymph, drawing curiosity but no interference from other attendees.
• Holy Knight Connie approaches Fang Zheng, questioning his presence and manners.
• Fang Zheng rebukes Connie, leading to a tense exchange and Connie's eventual apology.
• Fang Zheng dismisses Connie, and she leaves with her companions.

Character Developments

• Fang Zheng remains disinterested in social events and maintains his aloof demeanor.
• Nymph is portrayed as respectful and close to Fang Zheng, not a typical servant.
• Connie is shown as stubborn, impulsive, and struggling to control her temper.
• Fang Zheng's disregard for Connie's status as a Holy Knight and Chosen One indicates his growing confidence and disregard for societal norms.

Significant Themes

• Social hierarchy and etiquette in the Holy Hall and noble society.
• Fang Zheng's disinterest in social events and his growing independence.
• The tension between Fang Zheng and Connie, reflecting their unresolved conflict.

Character Interactions

• Fang Zheng and Nymph: They interact like siblings, with Nymph showing respect and closeness to Fang Zheng.
• Fang Zheng and Connie: Their interaction is tense and hostile, reflecting their unresolved conflict and mutual dislike.
• Other attendees: They show curiosity about Fang Zheng but keep their distance, respecting his apparent status and Nymph's presence.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Castina family, favored by the gods, has a history of miraculous survival and power acquisition.
• Knight Commander Brand Castina and Bishop Karl observe Fang Zheng and Nymph.
• Brand learns about Fang Zheng's appointment as a Great Knight and his past encounter with Connie.

Character Developments

• Brand Castina is introduced as a stern, serious, and loyal Knight Commander, displeased with those who target his daughter, Connie.
• Bishop Karl is portrayed as calm and collected, defending Fang Zheng's appointment and Nymph's presence.

Significant Themes

• Divine favor and luck: The Castina family's history highlights the theme of divine favor and the consequences of such favor.
• Power and responsibility: Brand's concern for Fang Zheng and Nymph reflects the theme of power and the responsibility that comes with it.

Character Interactions

• Brand and Karl discuss Fang Zheng and Nymph, with Karl defending Fang Zheng's appointment and Brand expressing concern for his daughter.
• Brand observes Fang Zheng and Nymph, showing interest in their dynamic and Nymph's collar.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Bishop Karl announces awards for Order Fortress defenders, praising Stone but not mentioning Fina.
• Fang Zheng learns he was initially considered for an Honorary Knight Medal.
• Connie, upset about her comrades' deaths and suspicious of Williams, sees Nymph in the garden and decides to investigate her.

Character Developments

• Fang Zheng: Shows respect for Stone and disdain for the Holy Knight's manipulation.
• Connie: Becomes determined to expose Williams as a Cultist, showing initiative and resourcefulness.
• Nymph: Unknowingly becomes a target of Connie's suspicion due to her collar.

Significant Themes

• The Holy Knight's manipulation and political maneuvering.
• Connie's growing resolve to uncover the truth and protect her faith.
• The consequences of Williams' actions and the suspicion they cast on those around him.

Character Interactions

• Fang Zheng and Stone: Share a moment of understanding and respect, with Stone revealing that Fang Zheng was initially considered for an award.
• Connie and Nymph: Connie decides to investigate Nymph, suspecting her of being involved in Williams' schemes due to her collar.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Connie, a Holy Knight, discovers that Nymph, a girl she believed to be an angel, is indeed an angel but is bound by a chain.
• Connie attempts to free Nymph, believing she's been imprisoned by a cultist (Fang Zheng).
• Nymph, frightened and misunderstood, attacks Connie with her Heavenly Song, but Connie counters with her Thunder Power, destroying Nymph's wings.
• Fang Zheng intervenes, restores Nymph's wings, and confronts Connie.
• Connie, confident in her actions, expects Fang Zheng to react with anger but is met with calm determination.

Character Developments

• Connie: Becomes resolute in her belief that she's doing the right thing, acting on her conviction as a Holy Knight.
• Nymph: Shows fear and confusion, feeling misunderstood and attacked.
• Fang Zheng: Remains calm and composed, even when faced with Connie's accusations and actions against Nymph.

Significant Themes

• Misunderstandings and their consequences.
• The power of conviction and its potential for both good and harm.
• The complexity of truth and perception.

Character Interactions

• Connie and Nymph: Connie misinterprets Nymph's situation, leading to a conflict.
• Connie and Fang Zheng: Connie expects Fang Zheng to react with anger, but he remains calm, setting up a tense confrontation.
• Nymph and Fang Zheng: Nymph turns to Fang Zheng for comfort and protection after feeling threatened and attacked.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Fang Zheng and Connie engage in a deadly battle at the temple's rear courtyard.
• Connie accuses Fang Zheng of being a cultist and using evil magic to bind an angel (Nymph).
• Fang Zheng uses fireballs and Magic Missiles, demonstrating unusual control over them, which shocks the onlookers.
• Connie defends against Fang Zheng's attacks but is ultimately overwhelmed and falls to her knees.
• Fang Zheng prepares to deliver a final blow, but an external force intervenes.

Character Developments

• Connie: Shows aggression and hostility towards Fang Zheng, accusing him of being a cultist. Her combat skills are revealed, but she is ultimately outmatched.
• Fang Zheng: Demonstrates powerful combat skills and control over various spells. His determination to defeat Connie is unwavering.
• Nymph: Revealed to be an angel, she shows distress when Connie attacks her and later assists Fang Zheng by tracking Connie's movements.

Significant Themes

• Power and Control: Fang Zheng's ability to control and manipulate spells showcases his power and dominance in the battle.
• Accusations and Misunderstandings: Connie's accusations against Fang Zheng highlight the theme of misunderstandings leading to conflict.
• Life-or-Death Struggle: The intense battle between Fang Zheng and Connie emphasizes the theme of a life-or-death struggle.

Character Interactions

• Fang Zheng vs. Connie: The primary conflict, driven by Connie's accusations and Fang Zheng's determination to defend himself.
• Nymph and Fang Zheng: Nymph assists Fang Zheng by tracking Connie, showing loyalty and concern for her master.
• Onlookers (Bishop Karl, temple knights, nobles): They watch the battle in shock and try to intervene to stop the fight.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Fang Zheng and Connie have a confrontation, leading to Connie's father, Brand, intervening.
• Fang Zheng refuses to back down, and Brand attempts to arrest him.
• Fang Zheng enters the Breakthrough Awakening State, revealing his Death Knight form and powers.
• Brand accuses Fang Zheng of selling his soul to darkness, and Fang Zheng retorts that Brand doesn't understand the true essence of order and Holy Light.
• Brand and several Holy Knights prepare to attack Fang Zheng, while bishops begin chanting sacred prayers.

Character Developments

• Fang Zheng: Shows increased confidence and ruthlessness, enters the Breakthrough Awakening State, and reveals his Death Knight form.
• Brand: Stands up for his daughter, displays his power as Knight Commander, and becomes determined to eliminate what he believes is a dark presence.

Significant Themes

• The true essence of order and Holy Light vs. darkness and evil.
• The power of belief and conviction.
• The consequences of misunderstanding and misjudgment.

Character Interactions

• Fang Zheng vs. Brand: A conflict arises between Fang Zheng and Brand due to their differing views and goals, leading to a potential confrontation.
• Fang Zheng vs. Holy Knights and Bishops: Fang Zheng faces off against Brand and several Holy Knights, with bishops supporting them with sacred prayers.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A chime rings out, revealing a city in the clouds (the Celestial Kingdom) behind Fang Zheng.
• Angels descend from the cloud-city and take positions in front of Fang Zheng and Nymph, protecting them.
• Fang Zheng commands the angels to attack Brand and his group.
• Many Holy Knights and bishops retreat, realizing the gravity of the situation and not wanting to be involved.
• Brand tries to escape with Connie, but Fang Zheng blocks their path.

Character Developments

• Fang Zheng demonstrates his power as a Holy Spirit Knight, summoning angels and using them to protect his allies and attack his enemies.
• Brand, as a Knight Commander, is torn between his duty and his desire to protect his daughter, ultimately choosing to fight against the angels.
• Many Holy Knights and bishops show cowardice and indecision, retreating when faced with the consequences of their actions.

Significant Themes

• The power of faith and the consequences of misusing it.
• The struggle between duty and personal desires.
• The fear of being on the wrong side of history and the desire to avoid punishment.

Character Interactions

• Fang Zheng and Brand: Enemies, with Fang Zheng showing no mercy and Brand trying to protect his daughter at any cost.
• Holy Knights and bishops: Many retreat when faced with the consequences of their actions, showing a lack of loyalty and courage.
• Fang Zheng and Nymph: The angels protect them, showing their importance in the current situation.