Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wenren Sheng reviews Zhang Yi's brother's information, showing he's investigating the case.
• Wenren Sheng calls an influential person, President Xu, to help find Zhang Rong.
• Zhang Yi realizes he's been tricked, attempts to escape, but Wenren Sheng captures him.
• They drive to Xu Qingshu Villa, where Zhang Yi finds his brother, Zhang Rong.

Character Developments

• Wenren Sheng: Shows his influence and power as an Otherworldly User, revealing he's investigating the case.
• Zhang Yi: Realizes he's been tricked, shows desperation and determination to find his brother.
• Zhang Rong: Revealed to be alive, working for Xu Qingshu, and wanting to become an Otherworldly User for a better life.

Significant Themes

• The gap between the ordinary world and the Otherworldly Users' world.
• The desire for a better life and social mobility.
• The consequences of deception and manipulation.

Character Interactions

• Wenren Sheng and Zhang Yi: Their dynamic shifts from Wenren Sheng helping Zhang Yi to Wenren Sheng capturing him.
• Zhang Yi and Zhang Rong: Their reunion is emotional and tense, with differing views on the future.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhang Yi confronts his older brother, Zhang Rong, about his risky endeavor with Xu Qingshu.
• Zhang Rong reveals he's been training for this opportunity and has earned the capital through his own efforts.
• Xu Qingshu and Wenren Sheng observe the brothers' conversation.
• Zhang Yi fails to persuade his brother and leaves, receiving a bank card with 400,000 yuan from Wenren Sheng.
• Wenren Sheng and Xu Qingshu discuss the situation, with Xu revealing that they have drawn attention from the authorities.
• Wenren Sheng receives a call confirming Zhang Yi's detention and release.

Character Developments

• Zhang Rong: Shows determination and dedication to his goal, willing to risk his life for it.
• Zhang Yi: Struggles to understand and accept his brother's decision, ultimately respecting his choice.
• Wenren Sheng: Demonstrates empathy and understanding towards the brothers' bond, helping Zhang Yi despite initial misgivings.
• Xu Qingshu: Reveals envy of Wenren Sheng's abilities and emphasizes the importance of his current undertaking.

Significant Themes

• Brotherhood and family bonds (Zhang Rong and Zhang Yi)
• Risk and sacrifice for greater goals (Zhang Rong, Xu Qingshu)
• The power of persuasion and its limits (Zhang Yi vs. Zhang Rong, Wenren Sheng vs. Xu Qingshu)

Character Interactions

• Zhang Rong and Zhang Yi: The brothers clash over Zhang Rong's decision, ultimately reaching an understanding.
• Wenren Sheng and Xu Qingshu: They discuss the situation, with Wenren Sheng showing concern for Zhang Yi and Xu Qingshu revealing his plans.
• Wenren Sheng and Zhang Yi: Wenren Sheng helps Zhang Yi despite initial reservations, showing empathy for his situation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wenren Sheng returns home with Li Shuangyue, overhearing a conversation between Brother De (Wenren De) and Zhao Han about Old Wu's unusual behavior.
• Old Wu inspects the bathrooms, hinting at his concern for Wu Shanshan's safety.
• Wenren Sheng enters, revealing he knows Old Wu's purpose was to check if Wu Shanshan was living there.
• Old Wu confirms he will stay for dinner without bringing wine, much to Brother De's dismay.
• Wenren Sheng shares information about the Xu Family with Inspector Liu via Key of Secrets.
• Brother De tells a story about an old moneybags and his two sons to Wenren Sheng and Zhao Han.

Character Developments

• Wenren Sheng: Shows understanding and wisdom, proving he's not just a simple-minded, honest man.
• Old Wu: Demonstrates concern for his daughter's safety and well-being.
• Brother De: Reveals his cunning and manipulative side, using stories to convey hidden messages.
• Zhao Han: Shows ambition and intelligence, understanding the story's underlying meaning.

Significant Themes

• The importance of understanding and following instructions (as seen in the story of the old moneybags and his sons).
• The consequences of disobedience and manipulation.
• The value of wisdom and intelligence in achieving success.

Character Interactions

• Wenren Sheng and Old Wu: Share a mutual understanding and respect, with Old Wu patting Wenren Sheng's shoulder in approval.
• Brother De and Wenren Sheng: Their relationship is complex, with Brother De trying to convey a message through a story and Wenren Sheng understanding its true meaning.
• Brother De and Zhao Han: They interact playfully, with Brother De smacking Zhao Han's hand and her understanding the story's meaning.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wenren De and Wenren Sheng discuss the meaning behind Wenren De's story about a woodcutter sharpening his axe.
• Wenren De hints that Wenren Sheng should help Zhao Han improve her academic performance.
• Wenren Sheng offers to help Zhao Han master Extraordinary Memory using his Alien Power.
• Wenren De and Wu Liansong discuss Wu Liansong's past, revealing that Wu Liansong's wife committed suicide after learning he planned to donate his alien entity to save her.
• Zhao Han overhears their conversation and is moved by Shan Shan's past.

Character Developments

• Wenren De: Shows concern for Zhao Han's academic performance and reveals his past kindness towards Shan Shan.
• Wenren Sheng: Demonstrates his efficiency and dedication to his work, offering to help Zhao Han improve her skills.
• Zhao Han: Shows empathy and understanding towards Shan Shan's past, and is determined to improve her abilities.
• Wu Liansong: Reveals his past actions that led to his wife's suicide, showing his guilt and regret.

Significant Themes

• The importance of external factors in achieving success (Wenren De vs. Teacher Wu).
• The consequences of one's actions on others (Wu Liansong's past).
• Empathy and understanding towards others' pasts (Zhao Han's reaction to Shan Shan's past).

Character Interactions

• Wenren De and Wenren Sheng: The father-son duo discusses the meaning behind a story, with Wenren De hinting at helping Zhao Han.
• Wenren De and Wu Liansong: The two old friends discuss Wu Liansong's past, revealing the tragic events that led to his wife's suicide.
• Wenren Sheng and Zhao Han: The teacher-student duo discusses Zhao Han's academic performance, with Wenren Sheng offering to help her improve her skills.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wenren Sheng tests Zhao Han's knowledge about Otherworldly Users and mysterious skills.
• He decides to teach her the "Mysterious Teaching Art" using a direct, risky method.
• After the successful transmission, Zhao Han eagerly tries out her new skill by reading a book.
• Wenren Sheng discovers that someone was eavesdropping outside the study door but leaves without confronting them.
• He contacts the "Tianxing Club—Project Center Group" and finds a project involving Xu Yuchen, Xu Qingshu's son, who seeks help for his father's hidden actions.

Character Developments

• Zhao Han demonstrates her eagerness to learn and lack of fear, making her an ideal candidate for Wenren Sheng's direct teaching method.
• Wenren Sheng shows his willingness to take risks and his dominance, stating that only his own heart can restrain him.
• Brother De and Old Wu are seen drinking together, showing their camaraderie and relaxation on the weekend.

Significant Themes

• The risks and rewards of direct, zero-distance mysterious skill transmission.
• The contrast between Wenren Sheng's serious, responsible attitude towards work and Old Wu's casual, drunk working.
• The theme of backstabbing, with Xu Yuchen potentially betraying his father Xu Qingshu.

Character Interactions

• Wenren Sheng and Zhao Han: Teacher-student relationship, with Wenren Sheng testing Zhao Han's knowledge and teaching her a new skill.
• Wenren Sheng and the "Tianxing Club—Project Center Group" members: Wenren Sheng contacts the group to find a suitable project, showing his authority and interest in their work.
• Brother De and Old Wu: The two men are seen drinking together, displaying their friendship and relaxation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wenren Sheng takes on a new project, then realizes he forgot something—Brother De still needs to cook dinner.
• Wu Liansong (Old Wu) cooks dinner, revealing more about his past with Wu Shanshan (Shan Shan).
• Shan Shan returns, asking Wenren Sheng for help with a personal matter related to her mother's soul.
• Wenren Sheng and Shan Shan discuss a potential business deal with Xu Yuchen of Five Colors Group.

Character Developments

• Wenren Sheng: Shows concern for Brother De's well-being, displays his analytical skills in discussing business deals, and maintains a calm demeanor throughout.
• Wu Liansong: Struggles with his relationship with his daughter, Shan Shan, and feels envious of Wenren Sheng's talent.
• Wu Shanshan: Shows determination in pursuing her goals, reveals her intelligence-gathering skills, and expresses her feelings for Wenren Sheng.

Significant Themes

• Family Relationships: The strained relationship between Wu Liansong and Wu Shanshan is a central theme, highlighting their differing views on her mother's soul and their communication issues.
• Business Acumen: The discussion about the Five Colors Group project showcases the characters' understanding of market trends and business strategies.
• Honesty and Deception: The characters grapple with honesty, with Wenren Sheng claiming to be honest while Wu Shanshan questions men's honesty in general.

Character Interactions

• Wenren Sheng and Wu Shanshan: They interact closely, with Shan Shan leaning against Wenren Sheng's shoulder and discussing business together, hinting at a growing bond between them.
• Wu Liansong and Wu Shanshan: Their tense relationship is evident, with Wu Liansong trying to make amends and Shan Shan remaining distant and upset with him.
• Wenren Sheng and Wu Liansong: They discuss Wu Liansong's past with his daughter, with Wenren Sheng showing understanding but also pushing Wu Liansong to confront his mistakes.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wenren Sheng and others have dinner together, with Wu Liansong's cooking praised for its love and happiness.
• Zhao Han thanks Wu Shanshan for saving her life, but Wu Shanshan denies it.
• Wenren Sheng receives a call from Xu Yunshuang about a celebration, which he declines.
• The next morning, Wenren Sheng practices his Fighting Skill, unleashing a dragon-like attack that impresses Zhao Han.
• Wu Shanshan reveals that Wenren Sheng's attack is merely a bluffing trick and demonstrates her own skill.

Character Developments

• Wenren Sheng shows off his Fighting Skill, impressing Zhao Han but being dismissed by Wu Shanshan.
• Wu Shanshan remains unmoved by her father's affection and shows off her own skill to Zhao Han.
• Zhao Han is easily impressed and disappointed, showing her naivety and immaturity.

Significant Themes

• The theme of appearances versus reality is shown through Wenren Sheng's impressive but ultimately useless attack.
• The theme of love and affection is explored through Wu Liansong's cooking and his attempts to connect with Wu Shanshan.
• The theme of trust and secrets is shown through Wu Shanshan's initial denial of saving Zhao Han's life.

Character Interactions

• Wenren Sheng and Wu Shanshan have a playful banter, with Wu Shanshan dismissing Wenren Sheng's skill and Wenren Sheng feeling misunderstood.
• Wu Liansong tries to connect with Wu Shanshan through cooking, but she remains unmoved.
• Zhao Han is easily impressed and disappointed, showing her naivety and immaturity in her interactions with Wu Shanshan and Wenren Sheng.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wenren De and Wu Liansong part ways after breakfast, with Wenren De inviting Wu Liansong to visit often.
• Wenren Sheng and Wu Shanshan visit the Xu Family to discuss the Ancestral Seed issue.
• Xu Yuchen reveals that his father, Xu Rong, had been trying to create and transplant Ancestral Seeds to ensure the family's legacy, leading to the abduction of young workers with blood-related siblings.
• Wenren Sheng decides to intervene and persuade Xu Rong using his fists, as per the special provision of the Patrol Division.

Character Developments

• Wenren De: Still suffering from a hangover, he invites Wu Liansong to visit often, showing a desire for companionship.
• Wu Liansong: Maintains his gruff demeanor but accepts Wenren De's invitation, hinting at a growing friendship.
• Xu Yuchen: Shows maturity beyond his age, expressing concern for his family's well-being and willingness to take responsibility.
• Xu Yunshuang: Struggles with her family's situation, hoping to preserve her father's life and rebuild the family business.
• Wenren Sheng: Demonstrates his commitment to the Patrol Division's mission, willing to use force to prevent further harm.

Significant Themes

• Family Legacy: The Xu Family's desire to preserve their legacy leads to unethical actions.
• Power and Responsibility: Wenren Sheng's use of force highlights the responsibility that comes with power.
• Tradition vs. Progress: The conflict between maintaining tradition (Xu Rong's actions) and embracing progress (Xu Yuchen and Xu Yunshuang's views).

Character Interactions

• Wenren De and Wu Liansong: Their interaction shows a growing bond, with Wenren De inviting Wu Liansong to visit often.
• Wenren Sheng and Xu Yuchen: Their conversation reveals Xu Yuchen's understanding of his father's actions and his desire to make amends.
• Xu Yunshuang and Wu Shanshan: They show solidarity, with Wu Shanshan comforting Xu Yunshuang and expressing support for her.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xu Yuchen, Xu Yunshuang, Wenren Sheng, and Wu Shanshan visit the abandoned Five Colors Group steel mill.
• They discover that the factory is not truly abandoned and that someone is using it.
• Wenren Sheng and Wu Shanshan enter the factory complex to investigate.
• They encounter Li Shi'an, who reveals his true nature and attacks them with a 25mm Depleted Uranium Armor-Piercing Shell.
• Wenren Sheng intercepts and destroys the shell using his Alien Power.

Character Developments

• Xu Yuchen shows nostalgia for the factory's past glory and acknowledges the family's reliance on ancestral blessings.
• Xu Yunshuang remains silent and concerned about her uncle's safety.
• Wenren Sheng displays confidence in his abilities and a willingness to protect others.
• Wu Shanshan shows concern for Wenren Sheng's safety and reveals her age and experience.
• Li Shi'an is revealed to be the mastermind behind the events, using Xu Qingshu as a puppet. He is ruthless and manipulative, willing to sacrifice others for his goals.

Significant Themes

• The consequences of unchecked ambition and greed.
• The power dynamics between mentors and students, and the true nature of their relationships.
• The use of technology and alien powers, and the potential consequences of their misuse.

Character Interactions

• Xu Yuchen and Xu Yunshuang interact with Wenren Sheng and Wu Shanshan, showing respect and trust in their abilities.
• Wenren Sheng and Wu Shanshan work together to investigate the factory complex, with Wu Shanshan showing concern for Wenren Sheng's safety.
• Wenren Sheng and Li Shi'an engage in a battle of wits and powers, with Li Shi'an underestimating Wenren Sheng's capabilities.
• Wu Shanshan is horrified to discover that Li Shi'an is the true mastermind behind the events, leading to a tense and dangerous situation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wenren Sheng blocks multiple sniper bullets using his Alien Power, demonstrating his strength and control.
• He discovers and neutralizes Li Shi'an's hidden attack on Wu Shanshan.
• Wenren Sheng captures Li Shi'an after a brief chase.
• The Black Shirts arrive to take Li Shi'an into custody.

Character Developments

• Wenren Sheng: Shows immense power and control over his Alien Power, revealing that he has been holding back. He also displays strategic thinking by understanding Li Shi'an's intentions.
• Wu Shanshan: Realizes the extent of Wenren Sheng's power and begins to understand the complexities of the Ancestral Seed project.
• Li Shi'an: Admits to his involvement in the Ancestral Seed project but tries to downplay his role. He reveals that he held back during the sniper attack.

Significant Themes

• Power and Control: The chapter emphasizes the power dynamics between the characters, with Wenren Sheng displaying exceptional control over his power, while Li Shi'an attempts to manipulate others.
• Ambition and Consequences: The Ancestral Seed project highlights the characters' ambitions and the consequences of their actions.

Character Interactions

• Wenren Sheng and Wu Shanshan: They work together to counter Li Shi'an's attacks, with Wu Shanshan showing concern for Wenren Sheng's safety. They also engage in a light banter after Li Shi'an's capture.
• Wenren Sheng and Li Shi'an: Wenren Sheng remains calm and composed throughout the encounter, while Li Shi'an tries to save face and downplay his role in the Ancestral Seed project.
• Wu Shanshan and Li Shi'an: Wu Shanshan questions Li Shi'an about his involvement and shows disdain for his actions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wenren Sheng emerges from the factory carrying Li Shi'an, who is arrested by Inspector Liu.
• Black Shirts surround and raid the factory, arresting its occupants.
• Xu Qingshu is arrested but maintains some freedom; he speaks to his children before leaving.
• Feng Youlin, Xu Qingshu's adviser, tries to appeal to Wenren Sheng for help but is ignored.
• The Xu siblings leave the factory grounds with Wu Shanshan and Wenren Sheng.

Character Developments

• Wenren Sheng: He remains calm and collected throughout the events, showing no emotions and maintaining his impartiality.
• Xu Qingshu: Despite his arrest, he accepts his fate and expresses gratitude towards his children's actions. He reveals that he had considered his children's futures carefully.
• Xu Yuchen & Xu Yunshuang: They show maturity and understanding, accepting the consequences of their actions. Xu Yuchen reflects on his father's choices, while Xu Yunshuang feels sorrow for her uncle.
• Feng Youlin: He tries to use his connection to Wenren Sheng's father to avoid arrest but is ignored.

Significant Themes

• Greed and its consequences: Xu Qingshu's greed for power and immortality leads to his downfall.
• Family and responsibility: The Xu siblings prioritize their family's well-being and future, even if it means making difficult decisions.
• Impartiality and self-preservation: Wenren Sheng maintains his neutrality, ensuring he has a way out of the situation.

Character Interactions

• Wenren Sheng and the Xu siblings: Wenren Sheng shows concern for the Xu siblings' well-being but maintains a professional distance.
• Xu Qingshu and his children: Xu Qingshu accepts his fate and expresses gratitude towards his children, appreciating their actions.
• Xu Yuchen and Xu Yunshuang: They support each other emotionally, acknowledging the gravity of their decisions.
• Feng Youlin and Wenren Sheng: Feng Youlin tries to appeal to Wenren Sheng for help, but Wenren Sheng remains unmoved.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wenren Sheng and Wu Shanshan return home after completing a project worth over twenty million.
• They discuss the role of Tianxing Club and the differences between their approach and the Patrol Division's.
• Wenren De receives a call and leaves secretly.
• Wu Liansong tries to bond with Li Shuangyue over a game of Go.

Character Developments

• Zhao Han gains a better understanding of Tianxing Club's role and the risks involved in their work.
• Wu Liansong shows eagerness to reconnect with his daughter, Wu Shanshan, and tries to ingratiate himself with Li Shuangyue.
• Wenren Sheng reflects on the gains from the recent operation and his own growth.

Significant Themes

• The value of expertise and skill in the face of wealth and power.
• The importance of understanding one's own strengths and limitations, as exemplified by Li Shi'an's focus on puppetry and sniping.
• The intergenerational gap and the changing values of society, as seen through Wu Liansong's attempts to connect with Wu Shanshan and Li Shuangyue.

Character Interactions

• Zhao Han admires Wenren Sheng's abilities and is eager to learn from him.
• Wu Liansong tries to bond with Wu Shanshan and Li Shuangyue, with mixed results.
• Wenren Sheng and Wu Shanshan work well together, with Wu Shanshan often teasing Wenren Sheng.
• Wenren De maintains a mysterious and aloof demeanor, leaving when he receives a call.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Xu Family estate is unusually quiet, with the family in poor spirits.
• Yun Shuang completes a sorrowful commission, uncovering a family's downfall due to greed and the intervention of a 'Backstage Black Hand.'
• On Saturday night, Yun Shuang discovers a hidden door in the estate's rockery, retrieving a USB drive from it.
• Meanwhile, a young man, presumably Yun Shuang's brother, watches her from a window, expressing regret and fear.
• Wenren Sheng, Zhao Han, and Wu Shanshan go shopping at a game store. They encounter Ouyang Tian, Wenren Sheng's cousin, who reveals his three dating rules.

Character Developments

• Yun Shuang: She continues to investigate cases, displaying professionalism and emotional resilience. Her discovery of the hidden door hints at a deeper mystery in her family.
• Wenren Sheng: He shows understanding and support for Yun Shuang's emotional state, choosing to give her space instead of constant comfort. He also displays a complex relationship with his cousin, Ouyang Tian.
• Ouyang Tian: He is portrayed as a playboy, with a set of rules for his relationships. His conversation with Wu Shanshan and Wenren Sheng reveals his superficial nature and financial motivations for his dating habits.

Significant Themes

• Greed and its consequences: The family in Yun Shuang's commission serves as a cautionary tale about the destructive power of greed.
• Family dynamics: The interactions between Yun Shuang and her brother, as well as between Wenren Sheng and Ouyang Tian, highlight the complexities and tensions within family relationships.
• Appearance vs. reality: The hidden door in the estate and Ouyang Tian's public image versus his true nature both reflect the theme of things not being as they seem.

Character Interactions

• Yun Shuang and her brother: Their interaction is limited to his monologue, revealing a rift between them, possibly due to his fear and regrets.
• Wenren Sheng and Ouyang Tian: Their dynamic shows a mix of familiarity, discomfort, and mutual understanding, with Ouyang Tian's behavior hinting at a desire for Wenren Sheng's approval or acceptance.
• Wu Shanshan, Wenren Sheng, and Zhao Han: Their outing together displays a comfortable and supportive friendship, with Wu Shanshan acting as a mediator and Zhao Han showing deference to Wenren Sheng's judgment.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wenren Sheng, Zhao Han, Wu Shanshan, and Ouyang Tian go out for a night stroll.
• Ouyang Tian reveals that he and Wenren Sheng used to ride a bicycle together as children, with both of them closing their eyes while going downhill.
• Wenren Sheng promises to recommend Ouyang Tian for the next mutation activation ceremony.
• They see Wenren De drinking with a woman across the street. The woman asks Wenren De for help in a matter concerning her brother.

Character Developments

• Wenren Sheng: Shows maturity and broad-mindedness by forgiving Ouyang Tian and promising to help him. However, he struggles with controlling his emotions when he sees his father with another woman.
• Ouyang Tian: Proves to be unreliable and fickle, but he is loyal to Wenren Sheng and agrees to bring Wenren De home.
• Wenren De: Shows a softer side when speaking about his wife but also hints at infidelity.

Significant Themes

• Family Ties: The importance of family bonds is emphasized through Wenren Sheng's actions towards Ouyang Tian and his concern for his father.
• Control: The theme of self-control is evident in Wenren Sheng's struggle to manage his emotions when he sees his father with another woman.

Character Interactions

• Wenren Sheng and Ouyang Tian: Their childhood memories bring them closer, and Wenren Sheng shows understanding towards Ouyang Tian's past mistakes.
• Wenren Sheng and Wenren De: Their relationship is strained due to Wenren De's actions, but Wenren Sheng still cares for his father's well-being.
• Zhao Han and Wu Shanshan: They try to comfort Wenren Sheng when he's upset about his father's behavior.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wenren Sheng and Zhao Han return to the Wenren Villa, where they overhear Li Shuangyue talking to Ouyang Ling about Wenren De's absence.
• Ouyang Ling, Wenren Sheng's mother, returns home and interacts with her son and the others.
• The next morning, Ouyang Tian tries to persuade Wenren Sheng to take on underground commissions from great houses to assess their juniors' progress, but Wenren Sheng declines.

Character Developments

• Wenren Sheng: Stands firm in his principles, valuing his reputation and refusing to compromise it for material gain.
• Ouyang Tian: Desperate for money, tries to persuade Wenren Sheng to take on risky commissions, but ultimately fails.
• Ouyang Ling: Returns home, showing affection towards her son and displaying a calm demeanor despite her husband's absence.

Significant Themes

• Reputation and integrity: Wenren Sheng prioritizes his reputation as a future judge, refusing to engage in potentially dishonest activities.
• Family dynamics: The interactions between family members, including Wenren Sheng and his mother, as well as Ouyang Tian's attempts to ingratiate himself with Wenren Sheng.

Character Interactions

• Wenren Sheng and Ouyang Ling: Mother and son reunite, with Ouyang Ling showing affection towards her son.
• Wenren Sheng and Ouyang Tian: Cousins interact, with Ouyang Tian trying to persuade Wenren Sheng to take on commissions, but ultimately failing due to Wenren Sheng's principles.
• Wu Shanshan and Ouyang Tian: Wu Shanshan scolds Ouyang Tian for his ignorance and attempts to persuade Wenren Sheng to take on commissions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wenren Sheng discovers Ouyang Tian in a heated argument with Xie Yanjie outside the courtyard gate.
• Xie Yanjie demands twenty million yuan as a breakup fee from Ouyang Tian.
• Wenren Sheng reveals that Xie Yanjie is actually a man.

Character Developments

• Ouyang Tian: Initially in a desperate situation, he regains confidence after learning Xie Yanjie is a man.
• Xie Yanjie: Shocked and disbelieving when Wenren Sheng reveals his true gender.
• Wenren Sheng: Demonstrates exceptional observational skills and intuition in determining Xie Yanjie's true gender.

Significant Themes

• Appearances can be deceiving.
• The importance of honesty and integrity in relationships.
• The consequences of dishonest behavior and deceit.

Character Interactions

• Ouyang Tian and Xie Yanjie: Their argument highlights the consequences of Ouyang Tian's dishonest behavior.
• Wenren Sheng and Xie Yanjie: Wenren Sheng's revelation about Xie Yanjie's true gender leads to a shift in power dynamics.
• Wenren Sheng and Ouyang Tian: Their interaction shows Wenren Sheng's willingness to help his cousin, but also his disapproval of Ouyang Tian's behavior.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wenren Sheng exposes the truth about Xie Yanjie, leading to a revelation that she is transgender.
• Ouyang Tian's problem is resolved, and he drives off in his damaged car.
• Wenren Sheng deduces that Xie Yanjie's identity is special and has a "Puppet Body."
• The Dongshui Patrol Division traces Li Shi'an's past movements, revealing he exchanged part of the Ancestral Seed cultivation method two years ago.
• Li Shi'an is uncooperative, and the Supreme Supervisory Division cannot punish him severely.

Character Developments

• Wenren Sheng demonstrates his exceptional observational skills and deductive reasoning.
• Ouyang Tian shows relief and gratitude towards Wenren Sheng.
• Li Shi'an is revealed to be cunning and uncooperative, living up to his "Old Fox" moniker.

Significant Themes

• The power of observation and deduction.
• The cunning and uncooperative nature of the "Old Fox."
• The importance of the Ancestral Seed and its mysterious uses.

Character Interactions

• Wenren Sheng interacts with Ouyang Tian, resolving his problem.
• Wenren Sheng and Wu Shanshan share a moment in the study, with Zhao Han accidentally interrupting.
• Wenren Sheng communicates with Inspector Liu about the Death of the Expert incident.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wenren Sheng is informed that he will serve as a judge for the Otherworldly Species Host Qualification Examination in the Eastwater District, with 28,572 examinees under his responsibility.
• The examination format changes to a 'cross-district examination system,' randomly assigning examinees to different districts to minimize local advantages.
• Wenren Sheng's trainees, who are also examinees, come to him for reassurance and guidance.

Character Developments

• Wenren Sheng: He remains calm and composed upon learning about the changes in the examination format. He reassures his trainees, showing confidence in their abilities.
• The trainees: They initially express nervousness but gain confidence after Wenren Sheng's reassurance and understanding the selection process of the club.

Significant Themes

• The examination system's changes reflect the authorities' efforts to eliminate local advantages and create a fairer playing field for all examinees.
• The theme of confidence and self-belief is highlighted as the trainees initially struggle with nervousness but gain confidence after understanding their standing and Wenren Sheng's faith in them.

Character Interactions

• Wenren Sheng interacts with his trainees, providing reassurance and boosting their confidence.
• Wu Liansong, the club's director, interacts with the trainees, guiding and managing them as they prepare to leave for the examination site.
• Liao Zheng and Cheng Ning, the chief examiners from the judge selection, make a brief appearance, signaling the start of the examination process.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wenren Sheng is now a judge for the Otherworldly User assessment, taking place in Room 201 of Dengke Tower.
• He receives a phone with assessment guidelines, candidate files, and information about his two fellow judges: Hu Jingzhen and Hu Yuanxiang.
• The assessment will last 12 hours a day, with candidates being cross-assessed by three judges. Two negative judgments eliminate a candidate; one positive judgment allows an objection and a second review.
• Wenren Sheng notices Xie Linghui, from Jinling City, in the candidate list, raising suspicions about his connection to Xie Yanjie.
• Hu Jingzhen and Hu Yuanxiang visit Wenren Sheng, revealing that Xie Linghui is from a branch family but holds the Ancestral Seed, causing internal and external conflicts.
• Hu Yuanxiang warns Wenren Sheng about potential cheating and the consequences of not exposing it.

Character Developments

• Wenren Sheng demonstrates his analytical skills and calm demeanor when faced with complex situations.
• Xie Linghui's background is revealed, showing his importance and the conflicts surrounding him.
• Hu Jingzhen and Hu Yuanxiang display their experience and wisdom, offering guidance to Wenren Sheng.

Significant Themes

• The struggle for power and influence within families and between families.
• The importance of maintaining one's reputation and integrity in the face of potential corruption.
• The psychological aspects of intimidation and the impact of doubt on decision-making.

Character Interactions

• Wenren Sheng interacts with Hu Jingzhen and Hu Yuanxiang, learning about the assessment process and the potential challenges they might face.
• Xie Yanjie's actions are revealed to be a form of psychological intimidation, testing Wenren Sheng's abilities and confidence.
• The relationship between Xie Linghui and the Xie Family is explored, highlighting the internal conflicts within the family.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wenren Sheng, Hu Jingzhen, and Hu Yuanxiang discuss their strategy to evaluate a young Otherworldly User who has been causing trouble.
• They devise a plan to catch him off guard and expose his true abilities.
• On Thursday, the young man, who can lift an SUV with ease, causes a scene on a highway, leading to a traffic officer and rescue workers being unable to help him due to his stubborn adherence to rules.
• On Friday, Wenren Sheng, Hu Jingzhen, and Hu Yuanxiang begin evaluating the cultivation progress of Otherworldly Users, with Wenren Sheng gaining Mystery Points from discovering new Mysterious Professions and rare Otherworldly Users.

Character Developments

• Wenren Sheng shows understanding and flexibility in dealing with the young man's unique situation, displaying his strategic thinking and adaptability.
• Hu Jingzhen and Hu Yuanxiang are portrayed as stern and serious judges, with Hu Yuanxiang being particularly strict and unyielding.
• The young man is introduced as a powerful Otherworldly User with a unique perspective on rules and regulations.

Significant Themes

• The importance of adaptability and flexibility in dealing with unique situations.
• The seriousness and gravity of evaluating Otherworldly Users, despite the seemingly rustic setup.
• The value of discovering new Mysterious Professions and rare Otherworldly Users in gaining experience and increasing Mystery Points limits.

Character Interactions

• Wenren Sheng, Hu Jingzhen, and Hu Yuanxiang work together to devise a plan to evaluate the young man.
• Wenren Sheng interacts with the traffic officer and rescue workers, showing understanding and sympathy for their predicament.
• The young man interacts with the traffic officer and rescue workers, displaying his unique perspective on rules and regulations.