Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Xiao, a Mechanist, enters the battlefield against the Viper Race.
• A human starship, the North Giant Whale, is pursued by the Viper Race.
• The North Giant Whale's crew, led by Qingyun, try to escape but are cornered.
• An unknown third party intervenes, causing the Viper Race's starship to malfunction.

Character Developments

• Jiang Xiao: He is cautious and strategic, gathering information before attacking.
• Qingyun: He is determined to protect his crew and their homeland's secret, even in the face of certain defeat.
• Lia: She is a skilled hacker but struggles against the Viper Race's hacker.
• Viper Race Esper: It is arrogant and confident in its abilities, underestimating its opponents.

Significant Themes

• Responsibility and Sacrifice: Qingyun and his crew are willing to sacrifice themselves to protect their homeland's secret.
• Cunning vs. Brute Force: Jiang Xiao's cautious and strategic approach contrasts with the Viper Race's brute force tactics.
• The Unknown: The sudden intervention of a third party introduces uncertainty into the conflict.

Character Interactions

• Qingyun and his crew: They display camaraderie and determination to face their fate together.
• Viper Race members: They exhibit a hierarchical and competitive dynamic, each eyeing the other's bounty.
• Jiang Xiao and the unknown third party: Their interaction is yet to be revealed, but it's clear that Jiang Xiao is aware of the third party's presence.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The triangular Starship pursuing the protagonists suddenly encounters a mysterious attack, causing its power systems and shields to shut down.
• The Starship is destroyed by a dark red beam, and the pursuing Aliens are forced to escape.
• The remaining Aliens, led by Kabato, attempt to locate and counter the hidden attacker.

Character Developments

• Kabato, the leader of the Alien squad, demonstrates strategic thinking and adaptability in responding to the unexpected attack.
• The Quantum Hacker reveals knowledge about Aether Hackers and their capabilities, showing expertise in quantum computing.
• The Martial Artist, with a high Talent Value, is identified as the most formidable opponent among the remaining Aliens.

Significant Themes

• The power of surprise and unpredictability in combat.
• The vulnerability of advanced technology in the face of unknown threats.
• The importance of adaptability and strategic thinking in responding to unexpected situations.

Character Interactions

• Kabato and the Quantum Hacker communicate and strategize, demonstrating a level of trust and coordination.
• The Aliens work together to scatter and evade the mysterious attacker, showcasing teamwork.
• Jiang Xiao, the hidden attacker, observes and plans his next moves, displaying tactical acumen and adaptability.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Xiao, a Mechanist, uses the Ember Sword to defeat a Spellcaster, gaining significant experience and knowledge.
• He then shifts his focus to an Alien Martial Artist, Qingyun, on the North Giant Whale starship.
• Jiang Xiao takes control of the ship's systems and offers Qingyun a deal: stall the Martial Artist for two system cycles in exchange for the bounty.

Character Developments

• Jiang Xiao demonstrates his strategic prowess and adaptability in combat, using his Mechanist abilities to outmaneuver and defeat the Spellcaster.
• Qingyun, a Blue Crystal Human Martial Artist, shows gratitude and willingness to cooperate after learning Jiang Xiao is of the same race.

Significant Themes

• The power of technology and adaptability in combat, as seen in Jiang Xiao's use of the Mechanist class.
• The importance of racial solidarity, as seen in Qingyun's willingness to cooperate with Jiang Xiao.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Xiao and Qingyun interact briefly but effectively, with Jiang Xiao offering a deal and Qingyun accepting it.
• Qingyun and his teammates, Wang Jie and Aiden, prepare to face the Alien Martial Artist together.

Key Plot Points and Events

• An Alien Martial Artist and a Mechanist, along with their subordinates, engage in battle with Jiang Xiao's forces near Gaosen Star Lake.
• Jiang Xiao's Floating Cannons and the Black Dragon Sniper Rifle outmatch the Mechanist and its subordinates, leading to their demise.
• Kabato, the remaining Alien Martial Artist, is pursued by Jiang Xiao and the Ember Sword, eventually succumbing to overwhelming firepower.
• Jiang Xiao recovers Kabato's corpse, anticipating its value.

Character Developments

• Jiang Xiao demonstrates his strategic prowess and resourcefulness, employing his Floating Cannons and the Black Dragon effectively against the Mechanist and its subordinates.
• Kabato, despite its powerful abilities, is overwhelmed and ultimately defeated due to Jiang Xiao's relentless pursuit and superior firepower.

Significant Themes

• The disparity in power and strategy between Mechanists and Martial Artists is highlighted, with Mechanists proving to be the natural enemy of Martial Artists.
• The importance of mental power and data infiltration in combat is emphasized, with Jiang Xiao's mental power proving superior to the Mechanist's.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Xiao's Floating Cannons and the Black Dragon Sniper Rifle work in tandem to defeat the Mechanist and its subordinates.
• Jiang Xiao pursues Kabato relentlessly, ultimately leading to its defeat at the hands of the Ember Sword and the Floating Cannons.
• Kabato's desperation and fear are emphasized as it faces overwhelming odds and the prospect of death.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Xiao uses his Floating Cannons to defeat the Alien Martial Artist, Kabato, and three other Tier 3 Elite Aliens.
• He gains significant spoils from the battle, including advancements in Particle Energy, Quantum Code, and Martial Artist knowledge.
• He decides to distribute his Experience Points to evenly increase his Source Energy and Spirit Energy Intensities.
• He fuses his Esper Traits, gaining 'Stronger Always Stronger' and 'Origin Advancement'.
• He plans to meet with the Blue Crystal Humans on the North Giant Whale to discuss potential cooperation.

Character Developments

• Jiang Xiao's Source Energy and Spirit Energy Intensities increase significantly, bringing him closer to the next level.
• He gains new Esper Traits that will aid him in combat and advancement.
• He shows interest in helping the Blue Crystal Humans, indicating a shift in his perspective towards his own kind.

Significant Themes

• The importance of knowledge and experience in advancement and combat.
• The potential benefits of cooperation and alliance, as seen in Jiang Xiao's interest in helping the Blue Crystal Humans.
• The value of Jiang Xiao's own kind, the Blue Crystal Humans, beyond just being Bounty Hunters.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Xiao interacts with the Blue Crystal Humans through a communication request, showing a willingness to cooperate and understand their situation.
• There's no direct interaction with other characters in this chapter, but Jiang Xiao's actions show his consideration for the Blue Crystal Humans' predicament.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Xiao recycles the corpses of Tier 3 Elite Martial Artist and Esper using the 'Dragon Roaming Recycling' system, earning 20,000 and an offer of 1.25 million Star Coins respectively.
• The North Giant Whale, a Human Civilization spaceship, is saved from a dire situation by Jiang Xiao's intervention.
• Jiang Xiao invites the North Giant Whale to join his Bounty Legion, offering better resources and equipment treatment, and the Legion will primarily consist of Human hunters. The North Giant Whale agrees.
• Jiang Xiao gives the North Giant Whale 5,000 Star Coins for repairs and supplies before they embark on a long warp journey together.

Character Developments

• Jiang Xiao demonstrates his power and generosity, earning the respect and trust of the North Giant Whale crew.
• Qingyun, the commander of the North Giant Whale, shows caution and wisdom in accepting Jiang Xiao's invitation, considering the best interests of his civilization.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics and alliances between different civilizations in the galaxy.
• The importance of resources and equipment in the context of galactic bounty hunting and trade.
• The cautious approach of Pan-Humans towards other civilizations due to their minority status.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Xiao and Qingyun: Jiang Xiao's powerful intervention and generous offer lead to Qingyun's respect and acceptance of his invitation.
• Jiang Xiao and the North Giant Whale crew: The crew is amazed by Jiang Xiao's capabilities and grateful for his help, leading to their decision to join his Bounty Legion.
• Jiang Xiao and Long You Recycling: Jiang Xiao sells the corpses of the Tier 3 Elites to Long You Recycling, demonstrating his business acumen and resourcefulness.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Xiao arrives at the Di Lu Black Market, a bustling hub of interstellar commerce and intrigue.
• He learns that the Doran, his former merchant ship, had stored an item in the Black Market three years ago, which any returning Doran crew members can retrieve.
• Jiang Xiao is picked up by a Dragon Tour reception ship, causing a stir among other Black Market clients due to its grandeur.

Character Developments

• Jiang Xiao demonstrates his ability to maintain composure and adapt to new situations, even when faced with unexpected information about the Doran.
• Annie Pava, the cat-woman assistant to the Dragon Tour supervisor, is introduced as a powerful and humorous figure.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics and intrigue of the interstellar underworld, as represented by the Di Lu Black Market.
• The value and mystery surrounding the Doran and its stored item.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Xiao and Annie Pava meet for the first time, with Annie extending a friendly greeting and Jiang Xiao reciprocating with a light handshake.
• Jiang Xiao's Origin Data scans Annie's palm, revealing her impressive stats and abilities, much to his surprise.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Xiao meets Annie, a Tier 4 Martial Artist, who is surprisingly chatty and friendly.
• They travel to a mechanical planet, Di Lu Black Market, where Jiang Xiao is to receive an item from the Doran.
• Jiang Xiao meets Yun Dong Pawa, the supervisor of the Di Lu branch, who is also a Tier 4 Force Field Spellcaster and Annie's father.

Character Developments

• Annie: Initially portrayed as a chatterbox, she later reveals her professionalism and seriousness. She also shows her emotional immaturity due to her long-lived species' slow emotional development.
• Jiang Xiao: He maintains his composure despite facing powerful individuals. He also shows understanding and patience towards Annie's immaturity.

Significant Themes

• The contrast between appearance and reality (Annie's chatty nature vs. her professionalism).
• The impact of long lifespans on emotional development (Annie's immaturity despite being a Tier 4 powerhouse).
• The value of money and work (Annie's concern over her salary and Jiang Xiao's consideration of her financial needs).

Character Interactions

• Jiang Xiao and Annie: They interact casually at first, with Annie trying to build rapport. Later, Annie seeks to join Jiang Xiao's team, showing her immaturity and lack of understanding of Jiang Xiao's financial constraints.
• Annie and Yun Dong Pawa: Yun Dong deducts Annie's salary for her chatty behavior, showing his strict parenting style. Despite this, Annie doesn't seem to hold a grudge, indicating their complex parent-child relationship.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Annie and Jiang Xiao encounter a Viper Race member and a gaseous alien from Flame Dust Biology at Dragon Roam Recycling.
• The Viper Race member is a product of Flame Dust Biology, implanted with a Guardian Chip, and has a high Talent Value of 4.
• Jiang Xiao, posing as an Elite Mechanist from the Doran, intimidates the Viper Race member and the gaseous alien.
• Jiang Xiao and Annie enter a room where Annie shows Jiang Xiao the inventory of supplies and goods in the Emerald River System.
• Jiang Xiao decides to purchase several advancement knowledge entries, including the Particle Shield Principle, Quantum Computing Theory, Starship Floating Array, and knowledge for an Unmanned Mechanical Starship.

Character Developments

• Annie reveals her knowledge of the Viper Race's involvement in attacks on Sub-human Civilizations and her dislike for Flame Dust Biology.
• Jiang Xiao demonstrates his ability to bluff and intimidate, using the Doran's reputation to his advantage.
• Jiang Xiao shows his strategic thinking by purchasing knowledge that will benefit his future combat directions.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics between Civilizations and individuals in the Universe.
• The importance of knowledge and information in the galaxy.
• The relationship between the Viper Race, Flame Dust Biology, and the Doran.

Character Interactions

• Annie and Jiang Xiao interact briefly, with Annie showing some hostility towards Flame Dust Biology and Jiang Xiao remaining calm and collected.
• Jiang Xiao intimidates the Viper Race member and the gaseous alien, using the Doran's reputation to his advantage.
• Jiang Xiao and Annie enter the room together, and Annie shows Jiang Xiao the inventory, then leaves him to browse alone.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Xiao learns about the differences between Starship Mechanists and Mechanical Soldier Mechanists, their pros, cons, and requirements.
• He purchases knowledge in 'Mental Data Simulation' and 'Galactic Basic Industrial Mother Machine', and cultivation resources for his team.
• Jiang Xiao searches for suitable starships but finds the supply ships in the Di Lu Black Market to be of low cost-effectiveness. He decides to visit the academic circles of the Brilliant Star Cluster later.
• He buys some small items for research and leaves the Di Lu Black Market, parting ways with Annie.
• On his way back to the North Giant Whale, Jiang Xiao starts reading the mental information left by the Doran.

Character Developments

• Jiang Xiao shows strategic thinking and resourcefulness in his purchases and plans.
• Annie displays eagerness to work for the Doran.

Significant Themes

• The importance of choosing the right path for personal growth (Starship Mechanist vs Mechanical Soldier Mechanist).
• The value of knowledge and resources in advancement.
• The necessity of careful planning and decision-making in the face of limited resources.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Xiao and Annie have a brief but friendly interaction, with Annie expressing her interest in working for the Doran in the future.
• Jiang Xiao and Supervisor Yun Dong are mentioned, hinting at their professional relationship.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Xiao discovers a notebook detailing a team's attempt to achieve faster-than-light travel using Celestial Crystals, which only exist in one galaxy.
• The team's failure and the survival of one Mechanist, Yarrow Kasai, who hid the galaxy containing Celestial Crystals.
• Jiang Xiao finds the notebook and the coordinates of the Celestial Crystal galaxy on the Doran.
• The Gaia Continent's war situation escalates, allowing Yarrow to pass the Knight Assessment and enter a preparatory camp.
• Jiang Xiao plans to support Rolliya in unifying the Northern Nations for resources.
• Jiang Xiao arrives at the Ruosen Black Market, a space pirate hub, with the North Giant Whale ready for an assault.

Character Developments

• Jiang Xiao: Realizes the potential of the Celestial Crystals and plans to use them for faster-than-light travel. He also considers supporting Rolliya for resources.
• Yarrow Kasai: Survives the experiment and hides the Celestial Crystal galaxy. He passes the Knight Assessment and enters a preparatory camp.

Significant Themes

• The pursuit of faster-than-light travel and the potential of Celestial Crystals.
• The consequences of keeping advanced technology secret and the potential misuse of power.
• The opportunistic nature of Jiang Xiao's actions in supporting Rolliya for resources.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Xiao and Yarrow Kasai: Their relationship is not explicitly mentioned, but Yarrow's actions show he is loyal to Jiang Xiao and follows his instructions.
• Jiang Xiao and the North Giant Whale crew: They communicate about the impending assault on the Ruosen Black Market, showing trust and cooperation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Black Market is in chaos due to conflicts among criminals.
• Ruosen, an Alien with a Mecha, is planning to upgrade its Particle Array weapon.
• The Black Market's shield and Starport's defenses suddenly shut down, and it's attacked by an unknown fleet.
• Jiang Xiao and the North Giant Whale launch a surprise attack on the Black Market Starport.
• Jiang Xiao retrieves Rosas's inheritance, a crystal ball containing Spellcaster Basic Knowledge.

Character Developments

• Ruosen: A six-armed Alien with a Mecha, seeking to upgrade its Particle Array weapon.
• Jiang Xiao: Continues to develop the Blue Crystal Humans and plans to train them as Mechanist teams and scholars.
• Lia: Shows exceptional hacking talent and potential to become a Data Mechanist under Jiang Xiao's guidance.

Significant Themes

• The power of technology and Mechas in combat.
• The importance of long-range weapons in space battles.
• The value of talented individuals in technological advancements.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Xiao interacts with Qingyun and Lia, giving commands and expressing his plans for Lia's development.
• Ruosen interacts with its Mecha, expressing affection and planning upgrades.
• Jiang Xiao encounters a Space Pirate piloting a Black Bee XZ Mecha, which he plans to capture for research.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Xiao discovers he can enable a sub-class, choosing 'Spellcaster'.
• He gains a new superpower, 'Mind Palace', which allows him to share thoughts and memories with connected lifeforms.
• Jiang Xiao fuses the characteristics of 'Mind Palace' with 'Origin Data', causing 'Origin Data' to enter a state of sublimation.
• He learns about the Spellcaster profession's slots: Spell Fusion, Spell Research, and Energy Analysis.
• Jiang Xiao attempts to analyze Holy Liquid using the Energy Analysis Slot.

Character Developments

• Jiang Xiao gains a better understanding of the Spellcaster profession and its relation to Mechanists.
• He realizes the complexity and uniqueness of each profession in the Galaxy.

Significant Themes

• The fusion of different powers and professions.
• The complexity and diversity of professions in the Galaxy.
• The nature of energy and its relation to matter.

Character Interactions

• None in this chapter. Jiang Xiao interacts only with his system and the information it provides.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Xiao obtains items from Rosas's hiding place: Gorgon's Tome, Mystic Energy Crystal, and Holy Water.
• He returns to the Black Market Starport to find it destroyed by Qingyun and the others.
• Jiang Xiao watches as Qingyun and the Black Dragon defeat the alien mecha master.
• He salvages the Black Bee Mecha and leaves the secluded location with Qingyun.
• Jiang Xiao receives a system notification about the Origin Data Sublimation, gaining new abilities.

Character Developments

• Jiang Xiao becomes more interested in Xi Guang after finding Holy Water, which can heal mental and consciousness damage.
• Qingyun demonstrates his combat prowess by defeating the alien mecha master with the Black Dragon's help.

Significant Themes

• The power of knowledge and information, as seen in Jiang Xiao's eagerness to study the particle knowledge he obtained.
• The value of teamwork and cooperation, shown in Qingyun and the Black Dragon's combined effort to defeat the alien mecha master.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Xiao and Qingyun work together to clean up the battlefield and gather loot starships.
• Jiang Xiao communicates with Dragon Guest Customer Service 177 to determine the flight path back to the transportation hub.
• Jiang Xiao interacts with the Origin World, discovering its resource-intensive nature and the new abilities it grants him.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Xiao discovers he can manipulate the Origin World using his mental strength and Spirit Energy.
• He realizes he can load datafied Tianshu into the Origin World to enhance his research efficiency and explore the universe.
• Jiang Xiao plans to modify and explore the Origin World during his journey back to base.
• In the Sanmen Galaxy, Xiling and Xi Guang secure a procurement deal for Jiang Xiao's mech armor with the Lanyun Commonwealth, a primary civilization.

Character Developments

• Jiang Xiao: Shows increased understanding and control over the Origin World, demonstrating his growing power and intellect.
• Xiling: Proves herself capable in business negotiations, securing a significant deal for Jiang Xiao's mech armor.
• Xi Guang: Accompanies Xiling and demonstrates a new experimental weapon, showing his loyalty and support.

Significant Themes

• Power and control: Jiang Xiao's growing mastery over the Origin World reflects his increasing power and influence.
• Innovation and iteration: Jiang Xiao's focus on rapid innovation and iteration of his equipment highlights the importance of continuous progress.
• Business and trade: The procurement deal with the Lanyun Commonwealth emphasizes the importance of trade and business in the interstellar society.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Xiao and Tianshu: Jiang Xiao considers loading Tianshu into the Origin World, suggesting a symbiotic relationship between them.
• Xiling and Xi Guang: They work together to secure a procurement deal, showcasing their teamwork and support for Jiang Xiao's endeavors.
• Xiling and the Lanyun representatives: Their interaction highlights the cultural and ideological differences between civilizations and the importance of supervision in interstellar trade.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Xiao returns to Sanmen Bounty Base after a month.
• Xi Ling has secured a total of 150 million Star Coins in trade orders, with an estimated net profit of 110 million, to be settled over two years.
• Four Bounty Legions from the Qiongshi Galaxy inquired about information while Jiang Xiao was away, including the Ten Thousand Swords Legion, which visited three times led by a Tier 3 Peak Mental Hacker.

Character Developments

• Xi Ling demonstrates significant improvement in negotiation skills and business acumen, securing a substantial trade volume.
• Jiang Xiao shows concern for Xi Ling's feelings and encourages her despite the challenges ahead.

Significant Themes

• The importance of trade and economic growth for the base's development.
• The challenges and opportunities presented by the Endless System's loopholes and applications.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Xiao and Xi Ling: Jiang Xiao praises Xi Ling's efforts but is concerned about the scale of the trade orders. Xi Ling feels dejected initially but is reassured by Jiang Xiao's words.
• Jiang Xiao and Tianshu: Jiang Xiao consults Tianshu about the trade orders and learns about the inquiries from Bounty Legions.
• Jiang Xiao and Qingyun: Qingyun accompanies Jiang Xiao to the meeting but doesn't participate in the conversation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Xiao decides to establish a formal 'Merchant Fleet' to avoid heavy taxes on trade revenue.
• He considers seeking help from an Academic Civilization to notarize the 'Chapter of Pioneering'.
• Jiang Xiao plans to switch from ion energy to particle energy to advance to intermediate civilization status.
• He introduces Qingyun and his team, the North Giant Whale, to his existing team.
• Jiang Xiao plans to establish a Bounty Legion, initially named the Spark Legion, with Li Yuan as the commander and Qingyun as the deputy commander.
• He takes Xi Guang and Xi Ling aside for a private discussion.

Character Developments

• Jiang Xiao demonstrates strategic thinking in planning the Merchant Fleet and the Bounty Legion.
• Xi Ling shows exceptional talent in trade and logistics, impressing Jiang Xiao.
• Qingyun and his team are introduced as capable professionals, with Qingyun being a Tier 3 Elite Martial Artist.
• Li Yuan and Qingyun show mutual respect and understanding, signaling potential collaboration.
• Xi Guang's affection for Jiang Xiao is subtly revealed.

Significant Themes

• Civilization advancement and technology.
• Strategic planning and management.
• Collaboration and teamwork.
• Affection and trust between characters.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Xiao interacts with Xi Ling, showing appreciation for her talent and asking for her help in trade and logistics.
• Li Yuan and Qingyun interact, showing mutual respect and understanding, potentially leading to collaboration.
• Jiang Xiao teases Xi Guang, revealing the little robot's affection for him.
• Jiang Xiao, Xi Guang, and Xi Ling have a private discussion, hinting at a potential secret or plan between them.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Xiao tests his new technology on Xi Guang and Xi Ling, which provides real-time bodily data, including Life Base, Source Energy, and Spirit Energy intensity.
• The technology also includes 'Origin World' for sharing memories and 'Target Search' for scanning lifeforms' data.
• Jiang Xiao compares his technology favorably with the Star Sea Observer's Quantum Eye.

Character Developments

• Jiang Xiao: Shows off his new technology, demonstrating his continuous growth and innovation.
• Xi Guang: Impressed by Jiang Xiao's technology, she compares it to the Star Sea Observer's Quantum Eye.
• Xi Ling: Shocked by the detailed information provided by Jiang Xiao's technology, she struggles to find words to express her surprise.

Significant Themes

• Technology and Innovation: Jiang Xiao's new technology showcases his ability to adapt and innovate, pushing the boundaries of what's possible.
• Civilization Levels: The mention of the Star Sea Observer and the Interstellar Alliance's civilization classification hints at the vast and complex galactic society.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Xiao and Xi Guang: They interact as equals, with Xi Guang acknowledging Jiang Xiao's technological prowess.
• Jiang Xiao and Xi Ling: Jiang Xiao demonstrates his technology to Xi Ling, who is left speechless by its capabilities.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Star Alliance was abruptly established by reclusive advanced civilizations, who simultaneously launched a unification war and shared their technologies.
• Jiang Xiao believes there are selfish reasons behind this, as not all wanted races have been eliminated.
• Jiang Xiao introduces the Origin World to Li Yuan, Guilliman, and the Qingyun team, and gives Xi Ling bracelets to promote it.
• Jiang Xiao connects the Calamity Hub to the Origin World, allowing Tianshu to enter and assist him.

Character Developments

• Jiang Xiao becomes more focused on his work, immersing himself in research for two months.
• Xi Ling promotes the Origin World, using it as a virtual network with higher security and privacy.
• Li Yuan and Guilliman are surprised by Xi Ling's appearance and the Origin World technology.

Significant Themes

• The true intentions behind the Star Alliance's establishment and the sharing of advanced technologies.
• The potential of the Origin World as a virtual network and a tool for information gathering.
• Jiang Xiao's dedication to his work and pursuit of truth for his ideals.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Xiao shares the Origin World with Li Yuan, Guilliman, and the Qingyun team.
• Jiang Xiao gives Xi Ling bracelets to promote the Origin World.
• Li Yuan and Guilliman interact with Xi Ling, expressing their surprise at her appearance and the Origin World technology.
• Jiang Xiao works with Tianshu to advance his knowledge and research.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A Mechanist, Jiang Xiao, is revealed to have broad mechanical knowledge, including Source Energy Equipment and starship armaments, causing a stir in the Qiong Seven Star Sector.
• The Spark Legion announces they will undertake bulk customization of Tier 1 and Tier 2 Source Energy Equipment, Mechanical Soldiers, and warship armament modifications on behalf of Mr. Jiang.
• The Dallas Empire's Intelligence Department is alerted to Jiang Xiao's potential, and the director decides to investigate personally in six months.

Character Developments

• Jiang Xiao, the Mechanist, is shown to have made significant progress in his research, with several projects nearing completion.
• The director of the Dallas Empire's Intelligence Department is intrigued by Jiang Xiao's potential and decides to meet him personally.

Significant Themes

• The power of advanced technology, particularly particle energy technology, is highlighted as a game-changer in interstellar warfare.
• The rarity and value of a Mechanist with broad mechanical knowledge, especially in starship armaments and Source Energy Equipment, are emphasized.

Character Interactions

• The director of the Dallas Empire's Intelligence Department and his assistant discuss Jiang Xiao's potential and decide to investigate further.
• The Bale Recorder, Horr, and another Sub-human discuss Jiang Xiao's potential and Horr expresses interest in giving him an opportunity if he meets the requirements.