Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Helena's suicide leaves Xu Nan with more questions than answers about the case.
• Xu Nan and A Kai eliminate the two black-robed wizards and search the Lettuce Inn, but find no trace of Miranda.
• They send the Little Sun God to a safe house and bury Helena's body.
• Xu Nan tries to open the energy stone containing the secret of God's Alchemy but fails due to a complex password lock.
• The Aurora Tide Celebration begins, and Xu Nan queues up to participate.
• Barbosa, the chief of the School of Prophecy, announces the start of the boarding ceremony and promotes the Wind Rider Type 7 witchcraft broom.

Character Developments

• Xu Nan becomes more involved in the case and its implications, feeling a sense of responsibility towards the Little Sun God.
• A Kai continues to protect the Little Sun God and deals with the aftermath of the incident.
• Barbosa is introduced as a young, pragmatic Legendary Magician and the chief of the School of Prophecy.

Significant Themes

• The power of alchemy and the secrets it holds.
• The importance of mana to spellcasters and the opportunities presented by the Aurora Tide.
• The commercialization of magical tools and the exploitation of wizards by merchants.

Character Interactions

• Xu Nan and A Kai work together to deal with the aftermath of the incident and protect the Little Sun God.
• Xu Nan interacts with Xie Yutong, who helps him contact the Thousand Radiance Society.
• Xu Nan encounters Barbosa at the Aurora Tide Celebration and learns about the Wind Rider Type 7 witchcraft broom.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The airship journey to Aurora Land is slow due to the high number of spellcasters on board.
• Xu Nan observes that many magic organizations have sent their elites, indicating the intensity of this year's Aurora Tide.
• Xu Nan and Jiang Yuanchi discuss her past in Stephenson, with Jiang Yuanchi hinting at saving the city multiple times.

Character Developments

• Xu Nan: Becomes more suspicious due to his advanced True Insight.
• Jiang Yuanchi: Reveals she saved Stephenson multiple times, implying a significant contribution to the city's stability.

Significant Themes

• The fragility of Stephenson: Despite its power, the city faces numerous crises.
• The importance of individual contributions: Even a single person can make a significant difference in the city's fate.

Character Interactions

• Xu Nan and Jiang Yuanchi: They share a cabin and discuss Jiang Yuanchi's past, with Xu Nan trying to uncover more information.
• Barbosa and the local Wizards: Barbosa is surrounded by young Wizards seeking his insights on the Aurora Tide.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Barbosa, a Legendary Wizard, interacts with attendees, offering advice about the Aurora Tide and Mana Beasts.
• Barbosa searches for his lost pet, PaiPai, in the VIP room.
• Xu Nan and Jiang Yuanchi disembark from the airship and enter the Aurora Land.

Character Developments

• Barbosa is revealed to be approachable and humorous, despite his legendary status.
• Xu Nan becomes more introspective and thoughtful.
• Jiang Yuanchi remains skeptical of Barbosa's true intentions.

Significant Themes

• The duality of appearances vs. reality, as seen in Barbosa's character and Xu Nan's suspicions about him.
• The importance of preparation and strategy, as demonstrated by Xu Nan's rental of multiple Defender Cabins.

Character Interactions

• Barbosa and Jiang Yuanchi have a brief, tense interaction, hinting at past tension between them.
• Xu Nan and Jiang Yuanchi part ways amicably but competitively, each planning to tackle the Aurora Tide on their own.
• Xu Nan's interactions with other wizards are brief and mostly involve curiosity or mockery due to his extravagant rental of Defender Cabins.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Aurora Tide begins, with the first three waves being probing attacks.
• Xu Nan successfully captures an Elite+ Azure Mana Beast - Pony, gaining a significant amount of Mana Essence.
• During the first three waves, Xu Nan's Magic power increases by 100 points, equivalent to an extra level up.
• Xu Nan creates an empty space around his rented Defender Cabins by his strategic positioning.
• The fourth wave of the Aurora Tide arrives, bringing groups of Mana Beasts, including many elites.

Character Developments

• Xu Nan demonstrates his strategic thinking and adaptability in dealing with the Aurora Tide and capturing Mana Beasts.
• Xu Nan's Magic power significantly increases, showcasing the benefits of capturing Mana Beasts.

Significant Themes

• Competition and strategy in the Aurora Tide.
• The importance of capturing Mana Beasts for increasing Magic power.
• The disparity between Magicians and Sorcerers in terms of Magic power.

Character Interactions

• Xu Nan interacts with other Wizards indirectly, observing their strategies and decisions.
• Xu Nan's actions influence other Wizards, causing them to leave the area around his Defender Cabins.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The fourth wave of the Aurora Tide is exceptionally strong, causing many Wizards to experience symptoms of [Intermittent Magic Suffocation].
• Xu Nan, using the Heaven and Earth Net Array and the Innocent Staff, efficiently hunts 67 elite and 120 ordinary Mana Beasts, increasing his magic power by five times.
• The Aurora Tide's origin is explained through the Funnel Hypothesis, with Mana Beasts and the aurora being manifestations of a cosmic torrent.

Character Developments

• Xu Nan's magic power grows significantly, from 1384 to 6079 points, due to the Mana Essence from the hunted Mana Beasts.
• A Tang appears, revealing she's been with Xin'er at the Hall of the Gods, and offers to provide more information about Xin'er in exchange for Xu Nan's help in catching a Mana Heavenly Dragon.

Significant Themes

• The power and mystery of the Aurora Tide and the Mana Beast swarm.
• The importance of connections and opportunities in magical growth, as seen through Xu Nan's experience.
• The theme of revenge and venting anger, as seen through A Tang's behavior.

Character Interactions

• Xu Nan and A Tang interact, with A Tang revealing she's been with Xin'er and offering a deal.
• Xu Nan observes and learns from other Wizards' methods of hunting Mana Beasts.
• Xu Nan and other Wizards are united in their goal of hunting Mana Beasts but face different challenges and outcomes.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A Tang reveals that a Lord-level Mana Beast, the Mana Heavenly Dragon, is leading the current Aurora Tide.
• Xu Nan learns that encountering a Lord-level Mana Beast is rare and challenging due to their transcendent nature, powerful skills, and dangerous habitats.
• Xu Nan considers the risks and rewards of hunting the Mana Heavenly Dragon, with the main reward being information about Xin'er.
• A Tang gives Xu Nan a punch, granting him the 'Eye of Extreme Luck' ability, allowing him to see the Mana Heavenly Dragon in the mysterious domain above the Aurora Belt.
• A Tang reveals her plan to have Xu Nan lure the Mana Heavenly Dragon out of the Tidal Eye, where she will subdue it.

Character Developments

• Xu Nan shows hesitation and caution in considering the risks and rewards of hunting the Mana Heavenly Dragon, prioritizing his principles and steady development.
• A Tang demonstrates her mysterious knowledge and strength, as well as her willingness to take risks to achieve her goals.

Significant Themes

• The rarity and challenge of encountering Lord-level Mana Beasts.
• The risks and rewards of taking on dangerous opportunities.
• The power of hidden or transcendent abilities, such as the 'Eye of Extreme Luck' and the Mana Heavenly Dragon's mysterious nature.

Character Interactions

• Xu Nan and A Tang discuss the risks and rewards of hunting the Mana Heavenly Dragon, leading to Xu Nan agreeing to the plan.
• A Tang gives Xu Nan the 'Eye of Extreme Luck' ability, allowing him to see the Mana Heavenly Dragon, showcasing her willingness to help him despite her mysterious nature.
• Xu Nan and A Tang plan their strategy for hunting the Mana Heavenly Dragon, with Xu Nan expressing his doubts about A Tang's intentions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xu Nan enters the dark red nebula and discovers three ancient lanterns and a miniature Mana Heavenly Dragon.
• He takes one lantern, awakening the Mana Heavenly Dragon, which begins to rampage.
• A Tang transforms into a giant panda and fights the Mana Heavenly Dragon, while Xu Nan observes from the edge.
• After the Mana Heavenly Dragon's defeat, A Tang gives Xu Nan Xin'er's photo and the dragon's mana essence as promised.

Character Developments

• Xu Nan demonstrates his bravery and resourcefulness by entering the nebula and helping A Tang, despite the risks.
• A Tang shows her true form and strength, fighting the Mana Heavenly Dragon, but also reveals her stinginess with talismans.
• Xu Nan's determination to find Xin'er grows stronger after seeing her photo.

Significant Themes

• The theme of risk and reward is highlighted as Xu Nan enters the dangerous nebula to help A Tang.
• The power of friendship and cooperation is shown as Xu Nan and A Tang work together to defeat the Mana Heavenly Dragon.
• The theme of trust and keeping promises is emphasized as A Tang fulfills her part of the deal with Xu Nan.

Character Interactions

• Xu Nan and A Tang work together to defeat the Mana Heavenly Dragon, showcasing their teamwork and mutual reliance.
• Xu Nan's concern for Xin'er is evident in his excitement and relief upon seeing her photo.
• A Tang's care for Xu Nan is shown as she gives him the mana essence and fulfills her promise.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A dense fog obstructs everyone's vision after the Mana Heavenly Dragon's fall.
• Xu Nan absorbs the Lord-level Mana Beast's Mana Essence, causing his magic power to surge.
• He enters a brief Magic Addiction state and discovers an 'Entropy Book' in his Dimensional Pocket.
• The space around them becomes isolated, and a Cloud Ascending Ship from the Arcane Empire appears, but it seems unusual to Xu Nan.
• A middle-aged man on the ship urges everyone to board, mentioning that the Heavenly Realm's forces are pursuing them.

Character Developments

• Xu Nan's magic power increases significantly after absorbing the Mana Essence, but he enters a Magic Addiction state.
• He discovers the 'Entropy Book' and realizes it requires magic power from a Magic Addiction state to reveal its content.
• The middle-aged man on the Cloud Ascending Ship is revealed to be from the Arcane Empire and is pursued by the Heavenly Realm's forces.

Significant Themes

• The dangers and consequences of absorbing too much magic power, as seen through Xu Nan's Magic Addiction state.
• The tension and uncertainty caused by the appearance of the Cloud Ascending Ship and the mention of the Heavenly Realm's pursuit.

Character Interactions

• Xu Nan and A Tang interact briefly, with A Tang expressing her desire to go home and sleep.
• Xu Nan and the Wizards gather, discussing the situation and the appearance of the Cloud Ascending Ship.
• The middle-aged man on the Cloud Ascending Ship interacts with the Wizards, urging them to board the ship quickly due to the pursuing Heavenly Realm forces.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A mysterious bearded man mentions 'Giggs', causing concern among the wizards.
• The wizards board a Cloud Ascending Ship, which starts moving with an unknown destination.
• In Stephenson, Ansu Li and Launs discuss the situation, revealing that Anlun (Goddess of Magic) is behind the recent events.
• Ansu Li shares a recording of the wizards boarding the Cloud Ascending Ship with Launs.

Character Developments

• Xu Nan and Jiang Yuanchi grow closer, sharing their thoughts on the situation.
• Ansu Li shows concern for Stephenson's future, hinting at her plans to Launs.
• Launs feels frustrated and inferior to Ansu Li, but also determined to prove himself.

Significant Themes

• The power struggle and political intrigue within Stephenson and the Heavenly Realm.
• The recurring threat of Anlun and the Goddess of Magic's influence.
• The importance of alliances and strategic partnerships, as seen in Ansu Li's alliance with Lost Paradise.

Character Interactions

• Xu Nan and Jiang Yuanchi interact, showing mutual respect and trust.
• Ansu Li and Launs interact, with Ansu Li displaying dominance and Launs feeling frustrated and eager to prove himself.
• Barbosa and the young Legendary Wizard interact, with Barbosa showing self-awareness and the young wizard recognizing the girl (Anlun) from the recording.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Arcane Empire's exile five thousand years ago is revealed to be a strategic retreat, not an exile.
• The Arcane Empire's fleet, including the Nova, safely passed through spatial turbulence to a new world called Erland.
• The Nova they are on is likely just a projection of the real ship.
• The Wizards discuss their situation and decide to have Jiang Yuanchi negotiate with Captain Dilok.

Character Developments

• Xu Nan becomes more involved in the Wizards' affairs and is seen as an ally by Jiang Yuanchi.
• Captain Dilok is revealed to be a projection, but his intentions remain unclear.

Significant Themes

• The manipulation of truth and perception by the Arcane Empire and the Celestial God Kingdom.
• The power dynamics between the Arcane Empire, the Celestial God Kingdom, and the Pro World.
• The uncertainty and danger of the projected world they are in.

Character Interactions

• Xu Nan and Jiang Yuanchi work together to understand their situation and decide on a course of action.
• The Wizards discuss their situation and decide to have Jiang Yuanchi negotiate with Captain Dilok.
• Captain Dilok interacts with the Wizards, showing no ill intentions but also no clear friendliness.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xu Nan and Jiang Yuanchi are on the Nova, a spaceship captained by Dilok.
• They encounter Giggs's Blood Banquet Legion and help Dilok evade them.
• Dilok reveals he's heading to a planet to establish a base station to send important intelligence, then to the Retreat Outpost.
• Dilok plans to put everyone, including Xu Nan and Jiang Yuanchi, into hibernation for the journey through spatial turbulence.

Character Developments

• Xu Nan: Becomes the Nova's deputy commander, gains respect for Dilok's sacrifice.
• Dilok: Reveals his plan to sacrifice himself to protect the crew, including Xu Nan and Jiang Yuanchi.
• Jiang Yuanchi: Stays mostly silent, observing and processing information.

Significant Themes

• Sacrifice: Dilok's willingness to sacrifice himself for his crew and the mission.
• Trust: Xu Nan and Jiang Yuanchi's struggle to trust Dilok and the situation.
• Projection World Laws: The projection world has its own rules, making it difficult for outsiders to obtain important information.

Character Interactions

• Xu Nan and Dilok: Work together to operate the Nova, build trust and respect.
• Xu Nan and Jiang Yuanchi: Exchange glances to communicate suspicions and thoughts.
• Dilok and Xu Nan/Jiang Yuanchi: Dilok shares information and plans openly, treating them as allies.

Plot Points and Events

• Ansu Li faces Anlun's trap during the Aurora Celebration, with thirteen projection worlds intertwined, threatening over three thousand Wizards.
• Anlun's true body is near the Aurora Land, risking Star Beasts' attention.
• Brieger from Greyhawk Fortress is invited to help, using his Gravity Eye to separate the entangled worlds.
• Xu Nan discovers Blazing Fire's true identity and learns about his own ship's connection to the God Slaying Fleet.
• Mr. Smith reveals that Xu Nan and the Wizards are being used as bait to lure Anlun into a trap.

Character Developments

• Ansu Li shows strategic thinking and concern for the Wizards' safety.
• Luo Mang demonstrates his connections and resources by inviting Brieger.
• Xu Nan exhibits curiosity and resourcefulness in investigating Blazing Fire's past.
• Mr. Smith reveals his dissatisfaction with Luo Mang's recent decisions regarding his personal life.

Significant Themes

• The complex relationships and power dynamics between gods, Wizards, and other factions.
• The consequences of past actions and grudges (Anlun vs. Stephenson).
• The use of pawns and bait in strategic planning (Luo Mang's trap).

Character Interactions

• Ansu Li and Luo Mang work together to address the Aurora Celebration crisis.
• Xu Nan interacts with Dilok, learning about Blazing Fire's past.
• Mr. Smith shares his grievances with Xu Nan, seeking his support against Luo Mang's decisions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xu Nan learns about the 'core coordinate' concept from Mr. Smith, which is the foundation of a projection world.
• Xu Nan suspects Captain Dilok to be the core coordinate of the Nova projection world.
• Xu Nan and Dilok work together to prepare the Nova for landing on a Nameless Planet to collect resources and establish a signal transmitter.
• Xu Nan discovers that Dilok has intelligence about a traitor in the God Slaying Fleet, which might be the reason for the projection world's formation.

Character Developments

• Xu Nan: Becomes more aware of the power dynamics and politics within the Arcane Empire, and starts to understand the potential reasons behind the projection world's creation.
• Captain Dilok: Reveals more about his mission and the intelligence he carries, showing his trust in Xu Nan.

Significant Themes

• The power of wishes and obsessions in creating projection worlds.
• The importance of intelligence and information in political and military contexts.
• The relationship between technology, industry, and magic in the Arcane Empire.

Character Interactions

• Xu Nan and Captain Dilok: Their bond grows stronger as they work together, with Dilok showing increasing trust in Xu Nan.
• Xu Nan and Jiang Yuanchi: They divide tasks, with Jiang Yuanchi searching for Anlun's avatar and Xu Nan assisting Dilok.
• Xu Nan and Mr. Smith: They communicate, with Mr. Smith acting as a mouthpiece between Xu Nan and Luo Mang.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xu Nan receives a call on the Nova's communicator, which turns out to be Lü Junyi.
• Lü Junyi, trapped in the Arcane Empire's Sacred Library, is driven mad by the Magic Book Spirits and their demands.
• Xu Nan and Lü Junyi attempt a Two-Way Summoning Spell to allow Lü Junyi to temporarily leave the library.
• Xu Nan's appearance changes due to the spell, and Dilok is surprised by the transformation.

Character Developments

• Xu Nan: Shows concern for Lü Junyi's well-being and agrees to help him despite the risks.
• Lü Junyi: Struggles with the demands of the Magic Book Spirits and seeks help from Xu Nan.
• Dilok: Shows trust in Xu Nan by leaving him alone in the warehouse and is later surprised by Xu Nan's transformation.

Significant Themes

• Brotherhood: Xu Nan and Lü Junyi's bond is tested and strengthened by their unique situations.
• Patience and Perseverance: Lü Junyi's struggle with the Magic Book Spirits highlights the importance of enduring hardships.
• The Power of Knowledge: The Magic Book Spirits represent the vast knowledge of the Arcane Empire, which can be both a blessing and a curse.

Character Interactions

• Xu Nan and Lü Junyi: Their reunion is filled with emotion, and they support each other despite their separate challenges.
• Xu Nan and Dilok: Dilok's trust in Xu Nan is tested when he sees Xu Nan's transformed appearance.

Plot Points and Events

• Dilok, suspicious of Lü Junyi, captures him using a sticky net that dampens his magic power.
• Lü Junyi claims to be the son-in-law of Wizard King Bono and the husband of the Empire's Princess, but Dilok dismisses him as a lunatic.
• Xu Nan, in the Projection World, successfully absorbs knowledge from magic books using his Gluttonous Nature.
• Xu Nan learns about the Dark Side Universe Energy Extraction Array, which could solve Anonymous City's energy problem but might also be a source of disaster.
• Xu Nan leaves a note for Lü Junyi before being summoned back.

Character Developments

• Lü Junyi: Despite being imprisoned, he remains calm and resourceful, finding a way to communicate with Xu Nan.
• Xu Nan: He gains a significant amount of knowledge about the Arcane Empire's magical industrial system and the Dark Side Universe Energy Extraction Array.
• Dilok: He shows suspicion and caution towards Lü Junyi, but also displays a thoughtful side when he notices similarities between Junyi's tone and a harassing call.

Significant Themes

• The power of knowledge and its acquisition.
• The potential dangers of new technologies, even if they seem beneficial.
• The struggle between understanding and misunderstanding, as seen in Dilok's reaction to Lü Junyi's claims.

Character Interactions

• Dilok and Lü Junyi: Dilok is initially suspicious and dismissive of Lü Junyi, but later shows a moment of consideration.
• Xu Nan and Lü Junyi: Although not physically present together, they manage to communicate through a note, showing their understanding and cooperation.
• Xu Nan and the Magic Book Spirits: Xu Nan treats the Magic Book Spirits with a mix of respect and necessity, acknowledging their value while also using them for his own gain.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xu Nan is released from the dungeon by Dilok, who believes he's the real Xu Nan due to his charm and handsomeness.
• Dilok reveals that the spaceship was pursued by the Blood Banquet Legion, and they had to change their mission location.
• Xu Nan lands the spaceship on a new planet and helps Dilok set up a signal tower to transmit intelligence, but it fails due to the nature of the Projection World.

Character Developments

• Dilok: Struggles with his obsession but is ultimately unable to resist Xu Nan's charm, showing that even in the Projection World, his obsession can be resisted.
• Xu Nan: Realizes the upper limit of charm and its potential consequences, speculates about Xin'er's behavior, and understands Dilok's struggle with his obsession.

Significant Themes

• The power of charm and its limits.
• The nature of the Projection World and its impact on reality.
• Dilok's obsession and his struggle against it, even in the Projection World.

Character Interactions

• Xu Nan and Dilok: Dilok trusts Xu Nan due to his charm and handsomeness, leading to their cooperation in setting up the signal tower.
• Xu Nan and the Wizards: Xu Nan observes the Wizards' behavior on the planet, noting their shrewdness and eagerness to learn valuable information.
• Xu Nan's thoughts and speculations about Xin'er and Dilok's obsession.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Dilok, a projection of a Legendary Wizard, acknowledges Xu Nan's projection status.
• Dilok reveals he's been aware of his projection status and wants Xu Nan to deliver a message to Bono.
• Dilok gifts Xu Nan an unconscious avatar of Anlun and provides information about the Dark Side Universe Energy Extraction Array.
• The Projection World collapses, and Xu Nan is rescued by a search and rescue team led by Ansu Li, Luo Mang, Leomund, and Brieger.
• Xu Nan returns to the airship and reflects on his experiences.

Character Developments

• Dilok: Accepts his projection status, seeks Xu Nan's help to deliver a message, and provides valuable information.
• Xu Nan: Assists Dilok, learns about the Dark Side Universe Energy Extraction Array, and receives Anlun's avatar as a reward.
• Anlun: Her plan to capture Xu Nan fails, and she loses an avatar.

Significant Themes

• The nature of reality and projection: Dilok's acceptance of his projection status and Xu Nan's experiences in the Projection World.
• The consequences of power: Dilok's knowledge of his projection status and the potential dangers of the Dark Side Universe Energy Extraction Array.
• The struggle for control: Anlun's attempt to capture Xu Nan and the search and rescue team's intervention.

Character Interactions

• Xu Nan and Dilok: They share information and Dilok gifts Xu Nan Anlun's avatar.
• Xu Nan and Ansu Li: Ansu Li takes custody of Anlun's avatar and promises Xu Nan a reward.
• Xu Nan and Luo Mang: Luo Mang summons Xu Nan to meet Brieger, who has information for him.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Mr. Brieger invites Xu Nan to guide him to Earth (the Southern Continent) in three to six months.
• Leomund suspects Brieger's true intention is to visit his exceptionally talented female disciple, Lu Honghong.
• Ansu Li reveals she found four more Anlun clones in Stephenson's main city, trying to summon a Death Omen Fang.
• Leomund finds it strange that Dilok captured Anlun's clone alive, suggesting Dilok might not be just a projection.
• On the airship back, Jiang Yuanchi expresses jealousy of Xu Nan's luck, and they encounter the cauldron Hophord, who collects Xu Nan's blood for data analysis.

Character Developments

• Xu Nan shows willingness to guide Brieger to Earth, indicating his desire to return and his eagerness to learn more about the world.
• Brieger's interest in Lu Honghong is revealed, showing his humility and respect for talent, despite being a Legendary himself.
• Leomund displays his analytical skills and trash-talking abilities, contributing to the group's discussion and entertainment.
• Hophord, the cauldron, shows his unique personality and strength in alchemy, as well as his disdain for Ron Sorcerers.

Significant Themes

• Talent and humility: Brieger's pursuit of Lu Honghong highlights the importance of talent and the humility required to recognize and learn from it.
• The power of analysis: Leomund's ability to analyze the situation and raise doubts about Dilok's nature demonstrates the value of critical thinking and investigation.
• The consequences of actions: Anlun's losses and potential larger scheme emphasize the long-term effects of one's decisions and actions.

Character Interactions

• Xu Nan and Brieger: Xu Nan agrees to guide Brieger to Earth, showing respect and willingness to help a Legendary figure.
• Leomund and Brieger: Leomund teases Brieger about his interest in Lu Honghong, showcasing their friendly banter and camaraderie.
• Jiang Yuanchi and Xu Nan: Jiang Yuanchi expresses jealousy of Xu Nan's luck, highlighting their close friendship and mutual understanding.
• Xu Nan and Hophord: Xu Nan encounters Hophord, who collects his blood for data analysis, demonstrating Hophord's unique personality and Xu Nan's willingness to cooperate.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xu Nan and Jiang Yuanchi return to Stephenson after the Aurora Tide.
• Hophord, a magic cauldron, tries to get close to Xu Nan, leaving him a note with a summoning spell for himself.
• Xu Nan discovers he has caught a cold, which seems to be affecting other Wizards who returned from the Aurora Land.

Character Developments

• Xu Nan: He decides to stay in Stephenson for another three days to attend the closing ceremony and awards. He also starts practicing alchemy to improve his proficiency.
• Hophord: The magic cauldron reveals it knows about the Entropy Book and offers to help Xu Nan with alchemy in exchange for access to the book. Xu Nan agrees to let Hophord look at the book occasionally.
• Jiang Yuanchi: She agrees to return to Anonymous City with Xu Nan after the closing ceremony and promises to stay there permanently as the Chief Magician.

Significant Themes

• The Entropy Book: Its origin and contents remain a mystery, but Hophord seems to know more about it.
• Cooperation: Xu Nan and Hophord decide to cooperate, with Hophord helping Xu Nan with alchemy and Xu Nan allowing Hophord to look at the Entropy Book.
• Cold: Xu Nan and other Wizards returning from the Aurora Land catch a cold, which could be a plot device for a future development.

Character Interactions

• Xu Nan and Jiang Yuanchi: They discuss their plans after the closing ceremony, with Jiang Yuanchi promising to return to Anonymous City with Xu Nan.
• Xu Nan and Hophord: They negotiate a deal where Hophord helps Xu Nan with alchemy and Xu Nan allows Hophord to look at the Entropy Book occasionally.

Key Plot Points and Events

• An outbreak of Holkarmo Syndrome, a disease causing sneezing and drowsiness, affects many Wizards in Stephenson.
• Xu Nan, a Sorcerer, also contracts the disease but is less affected due to his profession.
• Ansu Li decides to open Halse Palace and use the divine artifact [Eye of Purification] to treat the Wizards.
• Xu Nan is in the first group to receive treatment.

Character Developments

• Xu Nan shows concern for the affected Wizards and speculates about the cause of the outbreak.
• A Kai, the Vice Captain of the Law Enforcement Team, is seen managing the treatment process.

Significant Themes

• The impact of the Aurora Tide on Wizards' health.
• The power and limitations of divine artifacts.
• The potential involvement of Gods in the Holkarmo Syndrome outbreak.

Character Interactions

• Xu Nan interacts with Hophord, who provides information about Halse Palace and the Eye of Purification.
• Xu Nan observes A Kai managing the treatment process and reflects on the fate of the child whose soul was infused into an Alchemical puppet.