Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Wallfacers present an Inheritance Treasure, the "Golden Mask" from Sanxingdui, which enhances perception, reaction, and allows spiritual attacks.
• The Artificer Association reveals that Sanxingdui culture is connected to Earth's supernatural side or possibly a Subspace civilization.
• Li Yao expresses disinterest in the Golden Mask, preferring his own "Azvik Mage Armor" from his previous world.
• After the meeting, Li Yao plans to visit the Capital Museum, but encounters Lin Xiaoxi at the entrance.

Character Developments

• Li Yao shows his disdain for the Golden Mask, emphasizing his superior technique and experience from his previous world.
• Lin Xiaoxi is persistent and sharp, immediately recognizing Li Yao despite his attempt to leave.

Significant Themes

• The disparity between Earth's supernatural side and Li Yao's previous world in terms of technology and development.
• The veneration of ancient artifacts and the desire to extract technology from them.
• The connection between Sanxingdui culture and Earth's supernatural side or Subspace civilizations.

Character Interactions

• Li Yao and Guo Changshi discuss the Golden Mask, with Guo Changshi expressing disbelief in Li Yao's claim of having a better technique.
• Li Yao and Lin Xiaoxi have a brief encounter at the Capital Museum, with Lin Xiaoxi recognizing Li Yao and attempting to engage him in conversation.

Key Plot Points & Events

• Li Yao, disguised as Han Guang, encounters Lin Xiaoxi at the Capital Museum but ignores her.
• Lin Xiaoxi, now calling herself Lin·Holmes·Xiaoxi, is investigating the supernatural.
• Li Yao learns that Lin Xiaoxi has found the Wallfacers' haunt in the Provincial Capital.

Character Developments

• Lin Xiaoxi's curiosity and determination in investigating the supernatural have grown.
• Li Yao is concerned about Lin Xiaoxi's involvement in supernatural matters and wants to keep her away from it.

Significant Themes

• The thin line between the supernatural and ordinary worlds.
• The struggle between Li Yao's desire to protect Lin Xiaoxi and his duty to keep the supernatural hidden.

Character Interactions

• Li Yao and Lin Xiaoxi: Li Yao tries to avoid Lin Xiaoxi, while she is determined to find out if he's hiding something.
• Lin Xiaoxi and Chen Xi: Lin Xiaoxi is affectionate towards Chen Xi, who seems to have an Esper Ability that can influence people.
• Li Yao and Feng Li: They discuss Lin Xiaoxi's involvement and the Wallfacers' policy on handling ordinary people who discover the supernatural.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Yao discusses Lin Xiaoxi's recent behavior with Lin Xiaowei, leading to Li Yao logging off to focus on the upcoming Heritage Skills Expo.
• Lu Xingshen, a Tier 6 Esper, patrols the Black Jail, a secret prison for high-value or high-risk Espers. He discovers that an imprisoned head, once a Wallfacer, is planning to escape.
• The Black Jail's alarm goes off, indicating that the head's body has been found, enabling his escape.

Character Developments

• Li Yao: Shows concern for Lin Xiaoxi's behavior and decides to focus on the Heritage Skills Expo, demonstrating responsibility.
• Lu Xingshen: Reveals his past with the imprisoned head and his dedication to his duties as a Wallfacer.
• The Imprisoned Head: Reveals his cunning and manipulative nature, hinting at a secret about his non-human origin.

Significant Themes

• Responsibility: Li Yao takes responsibility for Lin Xiaoxi's actions, and Lu Xingshen takes responsibility for his duties as a Wallfacer.
• Manipulation and Deception: The imprisoned head uses manipulation and deception to try to escape, reflecting the theme of trust and betrayal.
• Secrets: The head's secret about his non-human origin adds depth to the theme of hidden truths and their consequences.

Character Interactions

• Li Yao and Lin Xiaowei: Li Yao tries to reason with Lin Xiaowei about her sister's behavior, but Lin Xiaowei remains dismissive.
• Lu Xingshen and the Imprisoned Head: Lu Xingshen tries to reason with the imprisoned head, but the head manipulates and deceives him, highlighting their complex past relationship.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The head of a non-human entity escapes from its prison, leaving behind only ominous red light.
• The World Heritage Skills Expo opens, with Li Yao and other Huaxia participants exhibiting their technologies.
• Li Yao exhibits modified firearms and exoskeleton power armor, contributing them as exhibits.

Character Developments

• Old Man Lu, a warden, struggles with the escape of the non-human entity, recalling his past with it and his teacher.
• Lu Xingshen, Old Man Lu's younger self, is shown to have been a disciple of the entity and witnessed its imprisonment.
• Li Yao, now a participant in the expo, exhibits his modified firearms and exoskeleton power armor, demonstrating his growth as an artificer.

Significant Themes

• The struggle between humanity and non-human entities, and the consequences of defying human norms.
• The pursuit of self-improvement and harmony, as reflected in the entity's desired world and Li Yao's contributions to the expo.

Character Interactions

• Old Man Lu interacts with Nie Weiguo, Didu's chief, discussing the entity's escape and the potential threat it poses.
• Li Yao interacts with Guo Changshi, expressing his confidence in their exhibit due to the strength of the Mage creation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The World Heritage Skills Expo is a grand event where organizations showcase their power and smaller institutes seek recognition.
• Li Yao, an Esper Artificer, is supposed to act as a mascot in his booth, but he leaves after Guo Changshi, the event organizer, ignores him.
• Guo Changshi, unable to find Li Yao, reluctantly stands in the booth. He spots Zhuge Fengyun, another Esper Artificer, and assigns him to manage Li Yao's booth.

Character Developments

• Li Yao shows independence and pride, leaving the event when ignored.
• Guo Changshi demonstrates his authority and power, rearranging booths as he pleases.
• Zhuge Fengyun shows interest in Li Yao's works, forgetting about his own entry.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and competition among organizations.
• The value of individual effort and recognition.
• The contrast between Li Yao's practical, mass-produced works and Zhuge Fengyun's complex, unique, but less useful creation.

Character Interactions

• Li Yao and Guo Changshi's strained relationship continues, with Li Yao snubbing Guo Changshi.
• Guo Changshi and Zhuge Fengyun interact briefly, with Guo Changshi assigning Zhuge Fengyun to manage Li Yao's booth.
• Zhuge Fengyun shows admiration for Li Yao's works, highlighting the contrast between their approaches to Esper Artifice.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Yao leaves the exhibition hall to rest at a viewing platform.
• He smokes a cigarette and plays with smoke using his Mage Hand.
• Sauron appears and leaves after a brief interaction.
• A man named Ying Que approaches Li Yao, asking for a cigarette and a light.
• Li Yao gives him the cigarette and lighter, then leaves after a brief conversation.

Character Developments

• Li Yao: Shows his relaxed and generous side by giving away cigarettes. He also displays his Mage abilities subtly.
• Ying Que: Introduces himself and shows curiosity about Li Yao's identity.

Significant Themes

• Social interaction and communication barriers.
• The contrast between Li Yao's humble self-introduction and his true identity.
• The brief interaction highlights the theme of unexpected encounters.

Character Interactions

• Li Yao and Sauron: A brief, playful interaction.
• Li Yao and Ying Que: A casual conversation that leads to a misunderstanding due to the generation gap and different cultural references.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ying Que, the president of the Revival Society, meets with his subordinates to discuss the investigation into the Orichalcum Divine Tree and the corruption of Vice President Wang Zhihao.
• Li Yao returns to the exhibition hall and finds Zhuge Fengyun explaining their booth's weapons to foreigners.
• Li Yao explores the expo, noting the unusual and potentially dangerous directions of Earth's supernatural side in Spiritual Energy application.

Character Developments

• Ying Que demonstrates his leadership and commitment to justice by deciding to publicly try and eliminate Wang Zhihao for his corruption.
• Li Yao shows his curiosity and interest in learning from other crafts and technologies at the expo.

Significant Themes

• The exploration and potential dangers of Spiritual Energy application on Earth.
• The importance of leadership and justice in maintaining the integrity of an organization (Revival Society).

Character Interactions

• Ying Que interacts with his subordinates, showing a mix of understanding and sternness in his leadership.
• Li Yao and Zhuge Fengyun have a brief interaction, with Li Yao teasing Zhuge Fengyun about his alias, "Han Guang".
• Li Yao observes and learns from other exhibitors' works, showing his curiosity and open-mindedness.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The World Expo's top twenty entries are announced after five days of review.
• Li Yao's "Fire Qilin," "Ice Phoenix," and the Mandela Flexible Steel Vine Armor rank fourth and sixth, respectively.
• The Wallfacer Organization hides Li Yao's identity, sparking international speculation about his equipment's mass-production potential.
• The Life Evolution Institute, along with other major forces, forms an American faction to complete a Shockwave situation and challenge the global Esper forces' balance.

Character Developments

• Li Yao is recognized for his innovative works but remains unaware of the international stir caused by his submissions.
• Guo Changshi, as a senior Director of the Artificer Association, becomes more involved in political and strategic discussions.

Significant Themes

• The struggle for power and influence among global Esper forces.
• The potential impact of technological advancements (like mass-produced Esper-like equipment) on the balance of power.
• The delicate balance between competition and cooperation among Esper organizations.

Character Interactions

• Li Yao and Zhuge Fengyun discuss the Life Evolution Institute and the upcoming challenges.
• Guo Changshi leads a group of Artificer Association candidates to discuss countering America's ambitions at the World Expo.
• Major Esper organizations, including Miskatonic University, the Stability and Peace Foundation, and the Nordic countries, invite the Artificer Association to discuss curbing America's ambitions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Paranormal Research Society's actions in Provincial Capital won't significantly impact Miskatonic University's relationship with the Wallfacer Organization.
• An exposition is planned, with political undertones and an arms exhibition nature, aiming to display power and deter potential threats.
• Li Yao suggests taking the first and second places to defend against American camp's challenges, proposing to combine his offensive and defensive works into one.

Character Developments

• Li Yao demonstrates ambition, confidence, and strategic thinking in his approach to the exposition.
• Guo Changshi shows understanding and support for Li Yao's plan, despite initial reservations.
• An Artificer from the Lu Family expresses doubt about Li Yao's plan, highlighting the competitive nature within the Artificer Association.

Significant Themes

• Unity and cooperation among old forces to resist American hegemony.
• The exposition as a platform for displaying power and provoking challenges.
• Ambition, confidence, and strategic thinking as crucial traits for success.

Character Interactions

• Li Yao and Guo Changshi discuss strategies and financial rewards for winning matches.
• Li Yao's interaction with the Artificer from the Lu Family highlights the competitive dynamics within the Artificer Association.
• Guo Changshi's interaction with a Director reveals the power dynamics and favoritism within the association.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Huaxia Esper Artificer Association challenges the Foundation's work, with Li Yao leading the team.
• Li Yao's team defeats the Foundation's work, causing the American faction to take notice.
• The American faction holds a secret meeting to strategize against the Huaxia team.
• Li Yao recruits Chen Xi and Wei Dadong for his team, despite their lack of Esper abilities.

Character Developments

• Li Yao (disguised as Han Guang) continues to display his strategic thinking and leadership.
• Guo Changshi shows concern for Li Yao's unconventional tactics.
• Chen Xi and Wei Dadong demonstrate their loyalty and capability, despite not being Espers.

Significant Themes

• The importance of strategy and adaptability in competition.
• The value of unconventional tactics and thinking outside the box.
• The role of capable individuals, regardless of their background or abilities.

Character Interactions

• Li Yao and Guo Changshi discuss tactics and team selection.
• Li Yao interacts with Chen Xi and Wei Dadong, revealing his true identity subtly.
• The American faction leaders discuss strategies and alliances to counter the Huaxia team.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Xi and Wei Dadong meet Li Yao and Guo Changshi, who propose a dangerous mission in exchange for power.
• Wei Dadong decides to accept the mission, while Chen Xi respects his decision.
• Li Yao equips Wei Dadong's team with advanced gear and trains them for the upcoming challenge.
• The challenge is announced to be against a team from the Superpower City Academy of Sun Island, with a real-life PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds-like format.

Character Developments

• Wei Dadong demonstrates loyalty to Chen Xi but also craves power to keep up with her and protect his team.
• Li Yao shows his business acumen by betting on the challenge through the Esper World Forum.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and the desire for power.
• The gap between extraordinary and ordinary individuals.
• The consequences of signing confidentiality and casualty agreements.

Character Interactions

• Chen Xi and Wei Dadong's boss-employee relationship is strained due to Wei Dadong's decision to accept the mission.
• Li Yao and Zhuge Fengyun's friendly banter, with Li Yao learning about the betting odds from Zhuge Fengyun.
• Li Yao gives Wei Dadong a mission to return fully staffed, showing his strategic thinking and confidence in his team's abilities.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wei Dadong and Li Yao attend a weapons exhibition where they meet Mr. Han Guang, who wants them to return fully staffed.
• Li Yao bets heavily on Huaxia winning against Sun Island 10:0 in an upcoming competition.
• Wei Dadong and his team enter a Subspace boundary for the competition. They encounter Sun Island contestants who can fly.

Character Developments

• Wei Dadong shows increased determination and aggression, promising to bring his team back without any losses.
• Li Yao displays confidence in his equipment and bets a significant amount of money on Huaxia's victory.
• Zhuge Fengyun is conflicted about betting on the competition, eventually betting a smaller amount than Li Yao.

Significant Themes

• Confidence and determination in the face of challenges.
• The power of advanced equipment and technology.
• The importance of adaptability in combat situations.

Character Interactions

• Wei Dadong and Li Yao exchange hardcore promises, boosting each other's morale.
• Li Yao and Zhuge Fengyun discuss betting on the competition, with Li Yao showing confidence in his equipment and Zhuge Fengyun expressing uncertainty.
• Wei Dadong and his team encounter Sun Island contestants, leading to a reversal of offense and defense.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wei Dadong's team encounters the Sun Island team, who are flying and seem smug. Wei Dadong decides not to shoot to preserve their advantage in future confrontations.
• Wei Dadong and his team chase the Sun Island team, who are flying, on foot. They use lock blades to entangle the Sun Island team members and pull them down, then behead them.
• The two teams clash in a hand-to-hand battle. Wei Dadong, caught up in the moment, forgets he's part of a team and counts himself among the casualties.

Character Developments

• Wei Dadong: Shows strategic thinking by not shooting the Sun Island team to preserve their advantage. He also displays intense focus and battle instincts during the fight.
• Sun Island Team: Shows overconfidence and underestimation of the Huaxia team, leading to their defeat.

Significant Themes

• Strategic Thinking: Wei Dadong's decision to preserve their advantage by not shooting the Sun Island team highlights the importance of strategic thinking in battle.
• Teamwork vs Individualism: The intense focus on the battle leads Wei Dadong to temporarily forget his teammates, emphasizing the tension between individual action and teamwork.

Character Interactions

• Wei Dadong and his team: Display strong teamwork and coordination, supporting each other in battle.
• Wei Dadong and the Sun Island Team: Show clear enmity, with both sides trying to gain the upper hand in the battle.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wei Dadong and his team win the exhibition match, but Wei Dadong has a minor paranoid episode afterwards.
• Li Yao leaves the exhibition hall and goes to the viewing platform to smoke and show off his earnings to Lin Xiaowei.
• Derek, the head of the Life Evolution Institute, approaches Li Yao with an offer of a green card and research funding from the American Federation if he joins their ranks.
• Li Yao declines the offer, stating that his technology is superior.
• Derek threatens Li Yao, implying he won't be able to leave unscathed.
• A mysterious, bewitching figure appears, hinting that Li Yao can't leave easily.

Character Developments

• Li Yao shows off his wealth to Lin Xiaowei, revealing his desire for recognition and status.
• Li Yao declines Derek's offer, demonstrating his confidence in his own abilities and disinterest in Earth's transcendent secrets.
• Derek shows his aggressive side, threatening Li Yao when his offer is declined.

Significant Themes

• Wealth and status: Li Yao's desire for recognition and his disdain for those who underestimate him.
• Power dynamics: The tension between Li Yao and Derek highlights the power struggle between individuals and organizations.
• Transcendent abilities: Li Yao's confidence in his own abilities contrasts with Derek's underestimation of him.

Character Interactions

• Li Yao and Lin Xiaowei: Li Yao shows off his wealth to Lin Xiaowei, who responds with indifference, highlighting the difference in their priorities.
• Li Yao and Derek: Their interaction is tense, with Derek trying to recruit Li Yao and Li Yao declining, leading to Derek's threat.
• Li Yao and the mysterious figure: Their brief interaction hints at potential danger for Li Yao.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Tao Litte, a Master of Weapon Refinement and Director of the World Stability and Harmony Foundation, meets Li Yao and Derek.
• Derek leaves after a tense exchange with Tao Litte.
• Tao Litte warns Li Yao about Derek and expresses interest in Li Yao's work.
• Li Yao realizes he's been affected by a Mind Enhancement spell from Tao Litte, which causes him to forget details about her.

Character Developments

• Tao Litte: Introduced as an intimidating, powerful figure with an Overlord Destiny, she displays a mix of dignity and boldness. She warns Li Yao about Derek and expresses interest in his work, suggesting she's not entirely hostile.
• Li Yao: Initially surprised by Tao Litte's appearance, Li Yao remains calm and respectful, showing wisdom beyond his years. He quickly realizes he's been affected by a mind-altering spell and takes steps to counter it, demonstrating his magical prowess and caution.

Significant Themes

• Power and Intimidation: Tao Litte's presence and aura emphasize her power and the intimidation that comes with it.
• Trust and Caution: Li Yao's interaction with Tao Litte highlights the importance of trust and caution when dealing with powerful figures, as he initially shows respect but remains wary of her true intentions.
• Mind Control and Defense: The use of mind-altering magic emphasizes the importance of mental defense in the magical world, as Li Yao realizes he needs to protect not just his physical body, but also his mind.

Character Interactions

• Tao Litte and Derek: Their tense exchange suggests a history of conflict or tension between them.
• Tao Litte and Li Yao: They have a cordial, if somewhat guarded, conversation. Tao Litte warns Li Yao about Derek and expresses interest in his work, while Li Yao remains respectful but cautious. Their interaction is marked by a power dynamic, with Tao Litte clearly holding more power and influence.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Yao labels Tao Litte as "extremely dangerous" and plans to ask Guo Changshi about her.
• Li Yao considers studying Tao Litte's innate ability, comparing it to mage spell models.
• Li Yao learns about his next opponents, the Voodoo Rack, and their Stand Warriors.
• Li Yao arrives late for the second challenge and is surrounded by foreigners seeking inside information, which he exploits to make money.

Character Developments

• Li Yao demonstrates his strong curiosity and willingness to take risks, comparing himself to a honey badger.
• Li Yao shows his entrepreneurial spirit and obsession with making money, creating a WeChat group to sell inside information.
• Guo Changshi expresses concern about Li Yao's character, comparing him to uncut jade.

Significant Themes

• The unknown and fear: Tao Litte's mysterious nature instills fear in others, but Li Yao is undeterred.
• The pursuit of knowledge and understanding: Li Yao's curiosity drives him to study Tao Litte's abilities.
• The value of information: Li Yao exploits the demand for inside information to make money.

Character Interactions

• Li Yao and Guo Changshi discuss Tao Litte's origins and abilities.
• Li Yao interacts with foreigners seeking inside information, exploiting the opportunity to make money.
• Wei Dadong misinterprets Li Yao's actions, believing he's gathering information for the team out of goodwill.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Yao creates a WeChat group with over a hundred influential people and bets on Huaxia's victory against the Voodoo Rack, specifically a 10:0 win, earning him 20 million yuan.
• He later bets another 20 million on Huaxia not using Magically Modified Firearms.
• Wei Dadong and his team prepare to face the Voodoo Rack, with Li Yao advising them to use Magically Modified Firearms once all enemies are gathered.
• The Voodoo Rack gathers their forces, expressing confidence in their doubled combat power.

Character Developments

• Li Yao demonstrates his strategic thinking and willingness to take risks for profit.
• Wei Dadong shows determination and trust in Li Yao's guidance.
• Guo Changshi is suspicious of Li Yao's intentions but ultimately leaves the matter.

Significant Themes

• Gambling and its impact on society.
• Trust and communication among team members.
• Strategic planning and adaptability in combat.

Character Interactions

• Li Yao interacts with group members, betting on the outcome of the match and hinting at the score.
• Li Yao advises Wei Dadong and his team on their strategy.
• Guo Changshi questions Li Yao about his conversation with Wei Dadong.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Stand Warriors, created by the Voodoo Rack using the Stand Soul, are revealed to be nearly immortal, capable of recovering from severe damage.
• Wei Dadong and his team face off against the Stand Warriors in a jungle, using a combination of fire and ice Spiritual Energy attacks to eventually defeat them.
• The Huaxia team wins the contest, causing dismay among the American Federation camp.
• Li Yao, betting on the Huaxia side, celebrates his winnings.

Character Developments

• Wei Dadong gains a deep respect and admiration for "Han Guang" after experiencing the effectiveness of his weapons.
• Francis, the American Federation's ambassador, becomes furious and demoralized after the loss.
• Li Yao's corruption and love for gambling are further emphasized.

Significant Themes

• The power of technology and innovation in warfare (represented by the Huaxia's Spiritual Energy weapons).
• The consequences of underestimating one's opponent.
• The theme of gambling and its impact on characters' decisions and emotions.

Character Interactions

• Wei Dadong and "Han Guang" interact, with Wei Dadong expressing his gratitude for the weapons provided.
• Li Yao and Zhuge Fengyun discuss their gambling winnings and Li Yao's "intellectual property tax."
• Francis, alone in the embassy, expresses his frustration and anger at the loss.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Yao calculates his winnings from the challenges, totaling 354.12 million.
• Chen Xi thanks Li Yao for his help in the challenge and gives him her business card.
• Lin Xiaoxi finds a malnourished girl with a barcode tattoo in a Capital alley and brings her back to the hotel.
• The Artificer Association Directors and Guo Changshi discuss studying the girl, but Li Yao refuses, wanting to take revenge on the Life Evolution Institute instead.
• Guo Changshi learns that the Life Evolution Institute and the American Federation Department of Homeland Defense and Counterattack Security have given up their challenge rights.
• Li Yao decides to apply for the next challenge to confront the Life Evolution Institute.

Character Developments

• Li Yao shows concern for the maltreated girl and determination to confront the Life Evolution Institute.
• Lin Xiaoxi demonstrates her caring nature by helping the girl and protecting her from further harm.
• Chen Xi shows her gentle and caring side when interacting with the girl.
• Guo Changshi expresses concern for Li Yao's safety and the potential consequences of his actions.

Significant Themes

• The exploitation and mistreatment of vulnerable individuals, as seen through the girl's experiences.
• The power dynamics between different organizations and countries, with the American Federation and Huaxia as prominent examples.
• The consequences of unchecked ambition and the pursuit of power at any cost.

Character Interactions

• Li Yao and Guo Changshi discuss the potential conspiracy behind the girl's escape and the Life Evolution Institute's actions.
• Li Yao, Guo Changshi, Chen Xi, and Lin Xiaoxi interact with the girl, trying to gain her trust and understand her situation.
• Li Yao and Guo Changshi debate the merits of applying for the next challenge, with Li Yao ultimately deciding to go ahead.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Heavy snowfall in Kyoto transforms the city.
• Li Yao and Guo Changshi move into the Huaxia Esper Artificer Association's residence.
• The background of the little girl is investigated; she's an orphan from a remote village with a mysterious past.
• The American Federation team leaves by sea due to air travel risks.
• Li Yao decides to take action against those who insulted him and plans to involve Wei Dadong's team.

Character Developments

• Li Yao's determination to retaliate against those who disrespected him.
• Guo Changshi's concern for Li Yao's safety and his attempt to dissuade him from reckless actions.
• Wei Dadong and his team's gratitude towards Li Yao for their recent promotion and new rights.

Significant Themes

• Revenge and retaliation for disrespect.
• Loyalty and gratitude towards Li Yao.
• The dangers of air travel for Esper-level individuals.

Character Interactions

• Li Yao and Guo Changshi discuss the American Federation team's departure and Li Yao's plan for revenge.
• Wei Dadong and his team express their gratitude and eagerness to support Li Yao's plan.
• Guo Changshi tries to dissuade Li Yao from involving Wei Dadong's team in his plan.
• Lin Xiaoxi and the little girl play in the snow, showing a friendly and carefree interaction.