Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ran Ming and Lu Yang discuss the military representatives in the Red Silicon Star System, their roles, and the power dynamics among them.
• Ran Ming spots Ming Fan in an awkward situation with Tabler and intervenes.
• Ran Ming learns that Tai Yu, a prominent military representative and teacher, has become a Celestial and can no longer stay in the Boundary for training.

Character Developments

• Ran Ming shows concern for Ming Fan's situation and tries to help her.
• Lu Yang and Tabler are reluctant to help with the Ji Xiu Laboratory project due to Leto's involvement.
• Tai Yu's departure from the Boundary is mentioned, hinting at his growth and new challenges.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and influence in the military and business worlds.
• The importance of connections and patronage in navigating complex social circles.
• The challenges and changes that come with growth and advancement, as seen in Tai Yu's case.

Character Interactions

• Ran Ming and Lu Yang discuss their concerns and plans, showing a level of camaraderie despite their differing opinions.
• Ran Ming intervenes to help Ming Fan, demonstrating his protective nature.
• Tabler shows interest in Ming Fan but is reluctant to help with the Ji Xiu Laboratory project, highlighting his cautious approach to business dealings.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Tai Yu arrives late and interacts with Ran Ming, Ming Fan, and Tabler.
• Tai Yu reveals he has successfully registered as a Military Representative and completed a Mandatory Mission.
• Tai Yu expresses his intention to meet with Bai Tiancong, the Star Ring City Police Commissioner, at the Reception Room.
• Ran Ming tries to dissuade Tai Yu, aware of the high-profile nature of the Reception Room's attendees.

Character Developments

• Tai Yu: Shows confidence and decisiveness in his new role as a Military Representative, seeking to meet high-ranking officials directly.
• Ran Ming: Struggles to keep up with Tai Yu's bold moves, trying to protect him from potential embarrassment or missteps.
• Tabler: Maintains a polite demeanor despite his presumptuous remarks, showing interest in Tai Yu and his intentions.

Significant Themes

• Social hierarchy and status in the political and military circles.
• The challenges and expectations of Tai Yu's new role as a Military Representative.
• The power dynamics between different factions and individuals in the Red Silicon Star System.

Character Interactions

• Tai Yu and Ming Fan: Share a casual intimacy, hinting at a close relationship.
• Tai Yu and Tabler: Engage in a subtle power play, with Tai Yu asserting his presence and Tabler assessing him.
• Ran Ming and Tai Yu: Ran Ming attempts to guide and protect Tai Yu, while Tai Yu demonstrates his independence and initiative.
• Lu Yang: Avoids interacting with Tai Yu and Ran Ming, showing his disinterest in their company.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Tabler leads Tai Yu, Ming Fan, and Ran Ming towards the Reception Room, bypassing the cocktail party venue.
• Tai Yu encounters Director Yu Xi, who recognizes Ming Fan as Xin Rui's mother and introduces her husband, Lan Zhen, a deputy director at Star Ring City Police Headquarters.
• Tabler, recognizing an opportunity, introduces Tai Yu as a Celestial and Military Representative, causing a stir among the police personnel present.

Character Developments

• Tai Yu: Displayed his social prowess by smoothly navigating introductions and conversations, revealing his past connections with Xin Rui and Lan Qiao.
• Tabler: Showed his manipulative nature by using the situation to elevate Tai Yu's status and cause a commotion among the police.
• Lan Zhen: Recognized the sensitivity of Tai Yu's past and the potential implications of his presence at the event.

Significant Themes

• Social Hierarchy and Power Dynamics: The characters' interactions highlight the importance of social status and power in their world, with Tai Yu's past actions and Tabler's manipulations causing shifts in perception.
• Connections and Networks: The chapter emphasizes the significance of connections and networks, with characters recognizing and leveraging their past ties to navigate the social landscape.

Character Interactions

• Tai Yu and Ming Fan: Ming Fan's recogn

Key Plot Points and Events

• Tai Yu, a Military Representative, attends a cocktail party in Star Ring City, accompanied by Ming Fan.
• He offends local officials, including Lan Zhen and Tabler, by making inappropriate remarks and actions.
• Tai Yu is denied entry to the Reception Room due to a failed face scan, which he attributes to late registration.
• Mr. Bang Qi, the Regional Executive Chairman, intervenes and allows Tai Yu and Bang Qi to enter the Reception Room together.

Character Developments

• Tai Yu: Shows disregard for social norms and local sensitivities, yet manages to gain entry to the high-level meeting, suggesting he has a hidden agenda or powerful backing.
• Tabler: Initially hostile towards Tai Yu, he is humiliated when Tai Yu lifts him off the ground and is left confused and angry.
• Mr. Bang Qi: Demonstrates a calm and collected demeanor, acting as a mediator between Tai Yu and the local officials.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and social hierarchies: Tai Yu's disregard for local sensitivities highlights the power imbalance between him and the local officials.
• The importance of social etiquette: Tai Yu's behavior contrasts with the expected norms of social interaction, causing offense and confusion.
• The influence of hidden agendas: Tai Yu's true intentions remain unclear, suggesting that his actions may be driven by a hidden agenda.

Character Interactions

• Tai Yu interacts with local officials in an offensive manner, causing discomfort and anger.
• Tai Yu and Mr. Bang Qi interact cordially, with Bang Qi acting as a mediator between Tai Yu and the local officials.
• Ming Fan, Tai Yu's companion, is instructed to interact with President Yu and Ran Ming, suggesting that Tai Yu has a plan for her as well.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Tai Yu, accompanied by Mr. Bang Qi and followed by Tabler, enters the Reception Room, where he's introduced to prominent figures from the military, government, business, and priesthood.
• Tai Yu requests the Star Ring City Police's resources and command authority for pursuing Vajello from Commissioner Bai Tiancong, citing support from the Heavenly Human Guild and the Myriad Gods Hall.
• Bai Tiancong is caught off guard and hesitant, realizing Tai Yu's backing is more powerful than he anticipated.

Character Developments

• Tai Yu demonstrates confidence and assertiveness, pushing for his demands despite the high-ranking audience.
• Bai Tiancong shows reluctance and unease, struggling to respond to Tai Yu's bold request.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and influence: Tai Yu's backing and Bai Tiancong's hesitation highlight the power play between different factions.
• Bureaucratic politics: Bai Tiancong's internal deliberation reflects the cautious nature of bureaucracy and the need to navigate political waters.

Character Interactions

• Tai Yu and Bai Tiancong: Their interaction showcases Tai Yu's boldness and Bai Tiancong's cautiousness, with Tai Yu pushing for his demands and Bai Tiancong struggling to respond.
• Bang Qi and Kui Rong: Their silence and lack of intervention suggest they're observing the situation, leaving Bai Tiancong to navigate Tai Yu's request alone.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Tai Yu, a police officer, publicly requests a competition to pursue a wanted criminal, Vajello, causing tension with Bai Tiancong, the police commissioner.
• Bang Qi, the head of a guild, intervenes, suggesting a revised plan to involve more parties and resources, aiming to support Tai Yu.
• Bang Qi involves higher-ranking officials, causing Bai Tiancong to feel cornered and irritated.
• Shi Wo, president of Deep Blue World, steps in to defuse the situation by asking Tai Yu about his "special Traces."
• Tai Yu reveals that he can perceive clues related to Vajello due to his practice of the Spine World Scape and his understanding of Concealment and Illusory Transformation. He also mentions being given a Mandatory Mission by Chief Priest Seo.

Character Developments

• Bai Tiancong: Initially angry and flustered, he later feels cornered and irritated by Bang Qi's actions. He also feels suspicious about Tai Yu's claims regarding Chief Priest Seo.
• Tai Yu: He remains oblivious to the tension he's causing and confidently shares his insights about Vajello, mentioning Chief Priest Seo.
• Bang Qi: He supports Tai Yu openly, involving higher-ranking officials and causing discomfort among them.
• Shi Wo: He steps in to defuse the situation, showing diplomatic skills and a desire to understand Tai Yu's findings.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and politics within the police force and other organizations.
• The pursuit of truth and justice, as represented by Tai Yu's determination to catch Vajello.
• The consequences of public displays of power and influence, as seen in Bang Qi's actions.

Character Interactions

• Bai Tiancong vs. Tai Yu: Tension and conflict, with Tai Yu's actions causing discomfort and irritation to Bai Tiancong.
• Bang Qi vs. Bai Tiancong: Bang Qi's support for Tai Yu puts pressure on Bai Tiancong, causing him to feel cornered.
• Shi Wo vs. Tai Yu: Shi Wo steps in to defuse the situation, showing interest in Tai Yu's findings and attempting to understand them.
• Bai Tiancong vs. Higher-ranking officials: Bai Tiancong feels irritated and cornered as Bang Qi involves higher-ranking officials in the matter.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Vajello Incident escalates, requiring serious attention from more people.
• Tai Yu invokes Chief Priest Seo's name, intensifying the situation.
• Bai Tiancong realizes the implications of Tai Yu's actions and regrets his earlier handling.
• Tai Yu offers Shi Wo a lead to simulate in Myriad Transformations Deep Blue.
• Bang Qi suggests moving to the banquet, defusing the tension.
• Bai Tiancong is left behind as the "Firewall" to coordinate with Tai Yu.
• Bai Tiancong decides to delegate Tai Yu's handling to another team member.

Character Developments

• Bai Tiancong: Realizes the gravity of the situation and regrets his earlier actions. He decides to delegate Tai Yu's handling to avoid direct confrontation.
• Tai Yu: Demonstrates political acumen by offering a lead to Shi Wo and using Chief Priest Seo's name. He maintains a calm demeanor throughout the tense situation.
• Shi Wo: Maintains a steady smile and agrees to help with the simulation, showing diplomatic prowess.
• Bang Qi: Skilled in defusing tension, he suggests moving to the banquet to ease the atmosphere.

Significant Themes

• Political Maneuvering: Characters navigate complex political landscapes, invoking higher authorities and using diplomatic skills to navigate conflicts.
• Delegation and Responsibility: Characters delegate tasks to others, highlighting the importance of responsibility and the consequences of avoiding it (as seen with Bai Tiancong).

Character Interactions

• Bai Tiancong and Tai Yu: Their interaction is tense, with Bai Tiancong trying to maintain control and Tai Yu subtly manipulating the situation.
• Tai Yu and Shi Wo: They discuss a potential simulation, showing a brief moment of cooperation amidst the tension.
• Bang Qi and Everyone: Bang Qi interacts with everyone, showing his ability to navigate social dynamics and ease tension.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Bai Tiancong, after the cocktail reception, privately discusses the "Firewall" candidate with Tai Yu, expressing his support for Bang Qi's proposal and his intention to quickly start the work.
• They encounter a group of ceremonial police officers, and Bai Tiancong singles out Instructor Yu and Deputy Director Lan Zhen, inviting the latter to be the liaison for the Headquarters task force.
• Tai Yu questions Lan Zhen about Vajello's methods and his views on the case, hinting at a deeper investigation into personal relationships and more people.

Character Developments

• Bai Tiancong: Struggles to maintain his composure and control as he navigates his potential downfall, attempting to secure a "Firewall" candidate and manage the situation.
• Tai Yu: Shows his cunning and strategic thinking, subtly guiding the conversation to reveal Lan Zhen's thoughts on the Vajello case and hinting at a new direction for the investigation.
• Lan Zhen: Reveals his reservations about the current investigation methods and hints at a new approach, displaying his analytical skills but also his reluctance to speak openly.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and manipulation: Bai Tiancong tries to maintain his influence, while Tai Yu subtly guides the conversation to achieve his goals.
• Investigation and truth-seeking: Lan Zhen's insights into the Vajello case hint at the complexity of the truth and the need for a broader investigation.
• Loyalty and trust: Bai Tiancong's attempt to secure a "Firewall" candidate and Tai Yu's questioning of Lan Zhen explore the themes of loyalty and trust among the characters.

Character Interactions

• Bai Tiancong and Tai Yu: Despite their age difference, they maintain a cordial and somewhat manipulative relationship, with Tai Yu subtly guiding the conversation and Bai Tiancong attempting to maintain control.
• Tai Yu and Lan Zhen: Tai Yu questions Lan Zhen about the Vajello case, revealing Lan Zhen's reservations about the current investigation methods and hinting at a new direction for the investigation.
• Bai Tiancong and Lan Zhen: Bai Tiancong attempts to secure Lan Zhen as the liaison for the Headquarters task force, but Lan Zhen's reluctance to speak openly hints at potential challenges in their working relationship.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The banquet starts chaotically with early arrivals of key figures.
• Tabler approaches his uncle Bifur to discuss Tai Yu's actions.
• Bifur reveals he knows more about Tai Yu but keeps it from Tabler.
• Dredmodon delivers a short speech, and the banquet continues.
• Tabler receives a secret message instructing him to have Bifur kill Tai Yu.

Character Developments

• Tabler becomes more determined to eliminate Tai Yu.
• Bifur shows he has information about Tai Yu but doesn't share it with Tabler.
• Tabler realizes his role as a tool for Bifur and feels discontent.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and manipulation within social circles.
• The use of information and secrets as tools for influence.
• The tension between family loyalty and personal ambition.

Character Interactions

• Tabler and Bifur's conversation reveals their differing views on Tai Yu.
• Tabler feels disrespected and undervalued by Bifur.
• Tabler's interactions with others at the banquet are brief and focused on maintaining his composure.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Tabler receives a cryptic message, "GG Information," from his secret contact, which is unusual in tone and content.
• A tremor occurs in the banquet hall, causing a stir among the attendees.
• News spreads that a police operation nearby caused the tremor, involving an arrest of a police officer with ties to a secret organization linked to Vajello.

Character Developments

• Tabler is revealed to be a member of a secret Mutual Aid Society, receiving resources and information from it.
• Bai Tiancong, a top-tier member of Star Ring City's elite circle, is shown to be involved in the police operation.

Significant Themes

• The theme of secrets and hidden organizations is prominent, with Tabler's secret society and the unknown organization linked to Vajello.
• The power dynamics and political intrigue among the city's elite are explored.

Character Interactions

• Tabler observes Bai Tiancong's actions and the reactions of other attendees during the banquet.
• Tabler's table discusses and pieces together the information about the police operation and its connection to Vajello's case.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Tabler realizes that a secret organization he's involved with is behind the attempt on Tai Yu's life.
• He understands that this organization is vast, spanning multiple star systems and infiltrating various sectors.
• Tabler has a nightmare and later contacts the secret organization, learning it's called the "Initial Awakening Society."

Character Developments

• Tabler becomes increasingly uneasy and concerned about the secret organization's true intentions and power.
• He decides to prioritize dealing with Tai Yu and improving his cultivation.

Significant Themes

• The power and influence of secret organizations.
• The blurred line between legality and morality in high society.
• The importance of self-improvement and personal power.

Character Interactions

• Tabler's thoughts revolve around the secret organization, Tai Yu, and his uncle Bifur.
• He decides to contact the secret organization after his nightmare, leading to a revelation about its name.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Leto contacts Tabler, asking about a man named Azar, who is wanted by the police and linked to the Vajello Incident.
• Tabler realizes Azar is connected to his past dealings with Ming Fan and Vajello.
• Tabler enters the game Star Road to access a secret channel, visiting a familiar yet unknown Little Bar in Boundary Curtain city.

Character Developments

• Tabler shows concern and unease about Azar's involvement with the police and Vajello Incident, indicating his awareness of potential threats.
• Tabler demonstrates his resourcefulness and determination by seeking a secret channel to gain exclusive intelligence.

Significant Themes

• The blurred line between the virtual and real world, and the consequences of obsession with virtual reality.
• The importance of intelligence and information in maintaining power and influence.
• The theme of secrets and hidden connections, both in the real world and within the game.

Character Interactions

• Tabler and Leto have a tense conversation, with Leto being direct and Tabler feeling stifled and threatened.
• Tabler interacts with the bartender in the Little Bar, following a specific ritual to access the secret channel, showing familiarity and trust in the bartender's role.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Tabler listens to a recorded meeting at Star Ring City's Police Headquarters, revealing Tai Yu's investigation into Vajello and the 'Initial Awakening Society'.
• He learns about the 'Phantom Body' trait and Tai Yu's plan to spread awareness about it.
• Tabler enters a virtual bar, 'Little Bar', where appearances are randomized, and interactions are cautious and private.
• He navigates through different levels of the bar, eventually reaching the high-end trading area.
• Tabler meets with 'Purple Eye', the seller of the Purple Eye Illusion Pupil technique, to discuss his progress and dissatisfaction with its current pace.

Character Developments

• Tabler demonstrates analytical skills by breaking down and understanding the recorded meeting quickly.
• He shows caution and discretion in his interactions within the bar, indicating his experience and understanding of its rules.
• Tabler's determination to improve his cultivation is evident in his decision to meet with 'Purple Eye' despite the high fees.

Significant Themes

• Information and Intelligence: The chapter emphasizes the value of information, with Tabler paying a high price to access the recorded meeting and the bar's high-end trading area.
• Caution and Discretion: The bar's environment fosters cautious interactions, reflecting the theme of trust and mistrust among its patrons.
• Cultivation and Improvement: Tabler's dissatisfaction with his progress in the Purple Eye Illusion Pupil technique highlights the theme of continuous self-improvement.

Character Interactions

• Tabler interacts with 'Purple Eye', the seller of the Purple Eye Illusion Pupil technique, to discuss his progress and dissatisfaction.
• He listens to a recorded meeting involving multiple people, though they are not present in the bar.
• Tabler observes other patrons in the bar, noting their cautious interactions and private conversations.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Bifur, a Sky Ladder powerhouse, meets with a Contact Person from the Initial Awakening Society at a Little Bar platform.
• They discuss the current situation of Shi Wo's tradable shares and the need to change intermediaries.
• Bifur updates the Contact Person on the status of his Expedition Team and expresses his suspicion about Ise Jia's murder.
• The Contact Person suggests Luande as the prime suspect but Bifur disagrees, pointing out Luande's inaction and the risks of leaving the Dominator's support.
• The Contact Person counters with the possibility of Luande sending an Expedition Team earlier, using Sheng Wu's cover and Extreme Domain Light's discovery as opportunities.
• Bifur dismisses this idea, but the Contact Person brings up Liang Lu's involvement and his history of pretending to be mortal enemies with others.

Character Developments

• Bifur: Shows strategic thinking and analytical skills in discussing the Expedition Team's situation and Ise Jia's murder. He remains calm and collected throughout the conversation.
• Contact Person: Demonstrates calmness and intelligence in handling Bifur. He presents logical arguments and reveals a secret about Liang Lu.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and alliances (Bifur's Expedition Team vs. Luande's force, the Initial Awakening Society's platform vs. external threats)
• Information control and manipulation (the Contact Person's revelation about Liang Lu, the use of intermediaries)
• Risk assessment and strategic planning (Bifur's evaluation of Luande's situation, the Contact Person's consideration of potential threats)

Character Interactions

• Bifur and the Contact Person: Engage in a back-and-forth discussion, each presenting their arguments and considering the other's perspective. Their interaction is cordial yet tense, reflecting their shared goals and differing views.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Contact Person from the Initial Awakening Society reveals that the purge of Hanguang's hardliners was a ruse, and Liang Lu and Luande have a secret scheme against the Isolated Star System.
• Bifur is skeptical but intrigued by the revelations.
• The Contact Person hints at deeper secrets involving the Abyssal Sea True God and the Deep Blue World.
• Bifur warns the Contact Person to slow down their activities in the Red Silicon Star System to avoid drawing attention from both Sao and Luande.
• The Contact Person denies trying to "fish" for Luande but admits that the Initial Awakening Society is a research platform benefiting all involved, including Bifur.

Character Developments

• Bifur remains cautious and analytical, weighing the information and interests at stake before making decisions.
• The Contact Person displays calm composure and confidence in their position and the Initial Awakening Society's goals.

Significant Themes

• The power of secrets and information to influence decisions and actions.
• The interconnectedness of various factions and their hidden agendas.
• The potential consequences of drawing unwanted attention from powerful entities.

Character Interactions

• Bifur and the Contact Person engage in a tense yet informative conversation, with each trying to gauge the other's intentions and gain more information.
• Bifur's relationship with the Initial Awakening Society is complex, as he acknowledges their usefulness while also being wary of their true goals.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Bifur meets with the Contact Person to discuss Tai Yu's true nature and the platform's plans for him.
• The Contact Person reveals that Tai Yu is a 'fragment of consciousness' that leaked from the platform's energy-storage area, and he believes Tai Yu could become a 'Fulcrum' for the Heavenly Abyss-Hanguang system.
• Bifur realizes the Contact Person's intention to involve Luande in the game by having him 'load' Great Monarch-level Materials into the platform.
• Tai Yu continues to work on the 'Spine Boundary Honeycomb' at the Military Hospital, aiming to merge divisions to simplify the issues faced by the retired soldiers.

Character Developments

• Bifur: Gains a deeper understanding of the platform's plans and becomes cautious about being involved in their schemes.
• Tai Yu: Maintains a positive attitude and continues his work on the Honeycomb, showing dedication and resilience.
• Luande: Implied to be nearing death and seeking to make a grand spectacle of himself before he dies.

Significant Themes

• The platform's manipulation and hidden agendas.
• The consequences of death and the desire to leave a legacy.
• The struggle to understand and categorize complex issues.

Character Interactions

• Bifur and the Contact Person: Bifur learns more about the platform's plans for Tai Yu and Luande, leading to a tense exchange.
• Tai Yu and Ming Fan: Tai Yu explains his work on the Honeycomb to Ming Fan, showing his commitment to the project.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ming Fan and Tai Yu discuss the variety of symptoms among disabled veterans.
• Tai Yu shows Ming Fan a Spirit-Channeling Diagram featuring Tabler and Bifur.
• Tai Yu reveals that Tabler is a Firewall, and Bifur is the primary target.
• Tai Yu hints at the presence of the Sheng Wu Field Officer and Myriad Gods Hall priests nearby.
• Tai Yu discusses the three lines opened by Azar: Vajello, Tabler (Bifur), and Ran Ming.

Character Developments

• Ming Fan: Realizes her role as an informant was to produce a diagram of Bifur. Understands that the Black Inspector's operations are no longer under her control.
• Tai Yu: Shows caution in his wording due to the presence of sensitive figures nearby. Reveals his understanding of the three lines opened by Azar.

Significant Themes

• The Black Inspector's operations and the loss of Ming Fan's control over them.
• The three lines opened by Azar and their respective implications.
• Tai Yu's caution and the presence of sensitive figures nearby.

Character Interactions

• Ming Fan and Tai Yu discuss the Spirit-Channeling Diagram and the three lines opened by Azar.
• Tai Yu hints at the presence of the Sheng Wu Field Officer and Myriad Gods Hall priests, showing caution in his wording.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Tai Yu and Ming Fan discuss their next move regarding the Spirit-Channeling Diagram and the case involving Xin Rui.
• Tai Yu suggests using 'Azar' as a decoy and striking from the flank, while Ming Fan agrees to support his decisions.
• They decide to prioritize Chief Priest Seo's demands and investigate the Myriad Gods Hall.
• Ming Fan chooses to target Maiani, a Great Monarch in the same domain as the Black Inspector, as a suspect.
• Tai Yu plans to use the task force and the United Laboratory to gain entry into the investigation.

Character Developments

• Tai Yu demonstrates his strategic thinking and leadership skills, showing Ming Fan that he is capable of handling the case.
• Ming Fan shows trust in Tai Yu's abilities and agrees to support his decisions, despite not fully believing his words.
• Ming Fan displays her analytical skills and logical thinking, considering multiple possibilities and suspects in the case.

Significant Themes

• Trust and loyalty: Ming Fan's trust in Tai Yu's abilities and his desire for her support.
• Strategic planning: Tai Yu's use of decoys and diversions to mislead their opponents.
• Investigation and suspicion: The characters' efforts to uncover the truth behind the case and their suspicions about various individuals and factions.

Character Interactions

• Tai Yu and Ming Fan work together, with Tai Yu taking the lead in planning and Ming Fan supporting his decisions.
• Tai Yu and Ming Fan discuss their suspicions about various characters, such as Chief Priest Seo, Maiani, and Kabang.
• Tai Yu and Ming Fan discuss using the United Laboratory and the task force to gain entry into the investigation, demonstrating their strategic thinking and cooperation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shi Wo, president of the Red Silicon Star System division of "Deep Blue World," reviews a medium-scale project application with high priority, submitted by the Military Representative.
• The project aims to simulate the Rule Environment of the Abyssal Spirit Net on You Chong Star to deduce the hiding patterns of the fugitive Vajello.
• Shi Wo signs the application despite potential resource conflicts with another project led by Jixiu.

Character Developments

• Shi Wo: Struggles with his desire for profit and his duty as president, ultimately prioritizing profit.
• Lan Zhen: Struggles with work-life balance, specifically his divorce agreement with Yu Xi and his daughter Lan Qiao's cold attitude.

Significant Themes

• Conflict and profit: Shi Wo sees conflict as a source of profit and is willing to overlook potential issues.
• Work-life balance: Lan Zhen's dedication to work leads to strain in his personal life.

Character Interactions

• Shi Wo and the Military Representative: Though not directly interacting, Shi Wo's actions are influenced by the Military Representative's project.
• Lan Zhen and Lan Qiao: Lan Zhen's thoughts reveal the tension in his relationship with his daughter due to his divorce with Yu Xi.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lan Zhen discovers his daughter, Lan Qiao, has been using his money, indicating a potential thaw in their strained relationship.
• Lan Zhen attends a negotiation meeting with the United Laboratory, where he suggests resource sharing for their 'You Chong Star' projects. The representative reacts aggressively, and Lan Zhen receives a message from his temporary superior, pushing for the cooperative project.
• Loren, a researcher at Ji Xiu Laboratory, has been working non-stop for seventy hours. His project team faces a crisis when they attempt to remove recently imported data from 'Deep Blue World', leading to a standstill in their project.

Character Developments

• Lan Zhen: Shows concern and hope for reconciling with his daughter, Lan Qiao. He also demonstrates strategic thinking and assertiveness in the negotiation meeting.
• Loren: Struggles with the chaotic state of his project and expresses frustration with the corporate environment. He shows awareness of his position and the potential consequences of the project's failure.

Significant Themes

• Family dynamics and reconciliation (Lan Zhen and Lan Qiao)
• Corporate politics and power struggles (Lan Zhen's negotiation, Loren's project)
• The consequences of rushed and ill-planned decisions (Loren's project)

Character Interactions

• Lan Zhen and the United Laboratory representative: Lan Zhen attempts to negotiate a cooperative agreement, but the representative reacts aggressively, leading to a tense interaction.
• Loren and his project team: Loren expresses frustration with the project's chaotic state, reflecting the team's collective anxiety and uncertainty about their situation.