Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Fan receives five million yuan from Yu Jun after Anshi Hall partners with him.
• Jiang Fan asks Yu Jun about buying a house in the Inner City.
• Yu Jun explains the three ways to acquire a residence in the Inner City: becoming a martial artist, working in a government-related department, or being recognized for special contributions.
• Jiang Fan decides to try becoming a martial artist to qualify for a house in the Inner City.

Character Developments

• Jiang Fan shows ambition and determination in improving his status and acquiring a house in the Inner City.
• Yu Jun demonstrates his business acumen and willingness to invest in Jiang Fan, seeing the value in their partnership.
• Yu Baiwei expresses disdain for Jiang Fan's spending habits but learns to maintain politeness due to her grandfather's instructions.

Significant Themes

• Ambition and social mobility: Jiang Fan's desire to improve his status and live in the Inner City reflects his ambition and the theme of social mobility in the story.
• Partnership and mutual benefit: The partnership between Jiang Fan and Anshi Hall illustrates the theme of mutual benefit and cooperation in achieving common goals.
• Wealth and status: The story highlights the correlation between wealth and status, with those in the Inner City enjoying higher social standing.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Fan and Yu Jun interact as partners, with Yu Jun offering advice and resources to Jiang Fan, while Jiang Fan shares his plans and seeks Yu Jun's opinion.
• Yu Jun and Yu Baiwei interact as grandfather and granddaughter, with Yu Jun lecturing Yu Baiwei on maintaining politeness towards their partner, Jiang Fan.
• Jiang Fan and Yu Baiwei have minimal interaction, with Yu Baiwei expressing disdain for Jiang Fan's spending habits, while Jiang Fan remains polite and focused on his goals.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Fan decides to get certified as a martial artist to explore potential benefits like buying a house in the Inner City and arranging work for his family.
• He visits the Jiang City Martial Arts Association, where he meets a receptionist who is surprised by his intention to get certified at his age and financial background.
• Jiang Fan learns that he might have to wait for 3 hours or more due to the number of candidates, but the association ensures he will be assessed if he stays.

Character Developments

• Jiang Fan shows determination and initiative in pursuing martial artist certification to improve his family's circumstances.
• The receptionist displays professionalism despite her personal doubts about Jiang Fan's chances of success.

Significant Themes

• Social Class and Opportunity: The receptionist's surprise at Jiang Fan's background highlights the class divide and the opportunities available to those with more resources.
• Perseverance and Patience: Jiang Fan is willing to wait for a long time to achieve his goal, demonstrating his determination and patience.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Fan interacts with the receptionist, who provides him with information and arranges his assessment.
• A group of students passes by Jiang Fan, flattering two seniors who have just been certified as martial artists. This interaction highlights the prestige and opportunities associated with martial artist certification.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Fan arrives at the Martial Artist assessment venue, drawing attention due to his ordinary appearance.
• Su Mu Qing, a talented student, also arrives and notices Jiang Fan, feeling curious about him.
• Wu Hao Yu, a wealthy and influential student, leads his group in mocking Jiang Fan, provoking Su Mu Qing to defend him.
• Jiang Fan is led to the assessment room by a receptionist, where he waits for his turn among other participants.

Character Developments

• Su Mu Qing: She shows empathy and concern for Jiang Fan, defending him against Wu Hao Yu's group.
• Wu Hao Yu: He displays jealousy and arrogance, targeting Jiang Fan due to Su Mu Qing's interest in him.
• Jiang Fan: He remains calm and polite despite the mockery, showing no signs of being affected.

Significant Themes

• Social Class and Discrimination: The Outer City residents are looked down upon, and their chances of becoming Martial Artists are deemed low due to financial constraints.
• Talent and Potential: The assessment focuses on identifying talented individuals who can become Martial Artists, highlighting the importance of innate abilities.

Character Interactions

• Su Mu Qing and Wu Hao Yu: They have a tense interaction due to Wu Hao Yu's jealousy and Su Mu Qing's defense of Jiang Fan.
• Jiang Fan and the Assessors/Participants: Jiang Fan is the subject of gossip and skepticism among the assessors and participants due to his appearance and perceived lack of qualifications.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Martial Artist assessment consists of three parts: Qi and Blood test, Combat Power test, and practical combat assessment.
• Chen Qiangzhuang, applicant number 19, passes the first two parts with Qi and Blood value of 1.14 and Combat Power value of 109.
• In the practical combat assessment, he fails to defeat the First-level Assessor and is deemed to have poor combat awareness and martial technique realm, resulting in failure.
• Jiang Fan observes the assessments, planning to excel in the college entrance examination to negotiate for desired martial techniques.
• An hour later, Jiang Fan is the last applicant, number 58, waiting for his turn.
• The Martial Association President arrives with a high-end dressed young man, announcing him as a genius with a Qi and Blood value of 20, seeking a thorough test after the stage assessment.

Character Developments

• Chen Qiangzhuang: An older applicant who fails the practical combat assessment due to poor combat awareness and martial technique realm.
• Jiang Fan: Observes the assessments, plans to excel in the college entrance examination, and remains composed and patient while waiting for his turn.

Significant Themes

• The importance of both physical strength (Qi and Blood, Combat Power) and combat skills (martial technique realm) in becoming a Martial Artist.
• The impact of background and resources on one's martial arts progression (Chen Qiangzhuang's civilian background vs. the young genius' high-end clothing).
• The significance of the college entrance examination and obtaining desired martial techniques for Jiang Fan.

Character Interactions

• Chen Qiangzhuang vs. the First-level Assessor: Chen Qiangzhuang is overwhelmed and ultimately fails the practical combat assessment.
• Jiang Fan and the staff members: Jiang Fan observes the assessments, and the staff members acknowledge his presence but don't interact with him directly.
• The Martial Association President and Team Leader Wang: The President arrives with a genius, orders a thorough test, and Team Leader Wang reports the assessment progress so far.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A young man, Jiang Fan, is introduced, and his high Qi and Blood value (20) is discussed, labeling him a genius.
• Li Yutang, another young man, takes the assessment. His Qi and Blood value is 21.2, and his combat power is 2521 and 2552 in two tests, both impressive.
• Li Yutang's practical combat test with examiner Wei Xin shows his skill in the Ruyi Fist Style, despite some lack in combat awareness.

Character Developments

• Jiang Fan: Shows no reaction to others' comments, indicating confidence or disinterest.
• Li Yutang: Displayed humility despite his prowess, and showed resilience and skill in the practical test.
• Wei Xin: Demonstrated a lack of honor by attacking Li Yutang before the assessment began, but his skills are acknowledged.

Significant Themes

• Genius vs. Ordinary: The comparison between Jiang Fan and Li Yutang highlights the difference between natural talent and hard work.
• Honor and Dishonor: Wei Xin's dishonorable action contrasts with Li Yutang's polite demeanor, raising questions about honor in competition.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Fan and Li Yutang: No direct interaction, but both are acknowledged as geniuses.
• Li Yutang and Wei Xin: Their practical combat test shows Li Yutang's skill and Wei Xin's lack of honor.
• Martial Association President and Li Yutang: The president praises Li Yutang's potential and expresses concern for his safety during the assessment.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The chapter discusses the process of becoming a Martial Artist, involving Qi and Blood accumulation, gene serum usage, and cultivation technique mastery.
• Ling Yutang, a quasi-Martial Artist, undergoes an assessment where he demonstrates his skills but falls short in combat awareness.
• The Martial Association President praises Ling Yutang but notes his weakness in combat awareness and encourages him to improve.
• Jiang Fan, a teenager from the outer city, is the next candidate for assessment, drawing skepticism from the assessment officers.

Character Developments

• Ling Yutang: Shows skill in his family's Ruyi Fist Style but lacks combat awareness. He's eager to impress the Martial Association President and improve.
• Martial Association President: Recognizes Ling Yutang's potential but is not fully satisfied with his combat awareness. He plans to cooperate with Ling Yutang in the future.
• Jiang Fan: A mysterious candidate from the outer city, his age and background raise doubts about his ability to become a Martial Artist.

Significant Themes

• The importance of combat awareness and cultivation technique mastery in becoming a strong Martial Artist.
• The disparity in resources and opportunities between inner city and outer city residents.
• The difficulty and rarity of advanced cultivation techniques.

Character Interactions

• Ling Yutang and the Martial Association President: The President guides and teaches Ling Yutang, showing approval of his potential but dissatisfaction with his combat awareness.
• The assessment officers and Jiang Fan: The officers express skepticism and disdain towards Jiang Fan due to his age and outer city background.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Fan, a young martial artist from the outer city, is initially dismissed by assessors due to his status.
• He surprises everyone by displaying an exceptionally high combat power of 4678 at just 17 years old.
• Jiang Fan proceeds to the Qi and Blood test, scoring 35.3, indicating he can fight someone 30% stronger than himself.
• For the actual combat assessment, Jiang Fan effortlessly defeats Wei Xin, an experienced martial artist, in an instant.

Character Developments

• Jiang Fan: Proves himself to be a prodigious martial artist, challenging the assessors' initial dismissive attitude towards him due to his outer-city status.
• Wei Xin: Despite his experience, he is easily defeated by Jiang Fan, showing that while experience is valuable, exceptional talent can still prevail.

Significant Themes

• Status and Perception: The assessors initially judge Jiang Fan based on his outer-city status, underestimating his abilities.
• Talent vs. Experience: Jiang Fan's victory over Wei Xin highlights the significance of talent and cultivation level, even against more experienced opponents.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Fan and the Assessors: Initially dismissed, Jiang Fan's impressive displays of combat power and skill force the assessors to reassess their initial judgments.
• Jiang Fan and Wei Xin: Jiang Fan's easy defeat of Wei Xin showcases his superior talent and skill, while also highlighting the respect and admiration Wei Xin has for Jiang Fan's abilities.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Fan, a high school student, takes and passes the Level Two Martial Artist assessment, surprising everyone with his strength.
• The Martial Arts Association President personally handles Jiang Fan's certification and badge production, showing unusual favor.
• Wu Hao Yu, a local prodigy, is shocked and disheartened by Jiang Fan's achievement.

Character Developments

• Jiang Fan: Proven to be a prodigious Martial Artist, attracting the attention of the Martial Arts Association President.
• Wu Hao Yu: Loses confidence and is dismayed after learning about Jiang Fan's accomplishment.

Significant Themes

• Genius and Prodigy: Jiang Fan's exceptional talent challenges the local perception of Martial Artists.
• Recognition and Acceptance: Jiang Fan's skills are recognized and accepted by the Martial Arts Association President.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Fan and the Martial Arts Association President: The President shows favor and respect towards Jiang Fan, hinting at potential future interactions.
• Wu Hao Yu and Jiang Fan: Wu Hao Yu's initial arrogance is challenged and ultimately shaken by Jiang Fan's prowess.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Fan meets the Martial Association President and asks about the benefits of becoming a Martial Artist.
• The Martial Association President is called away, and Team Leader Wang explains the benefits and obligations to Jiang Fan.
• Jiang Fan learns about the monthly subsidy, housing qualification, family job opportunities, and mission support expected from Martial Artists.
• The Martial Association President returns and is upset that Jiang Fan has left.

Character Developments

• Jiang Fan shows responsibility and consideration for his obligations as a Martial Artist.
• The Martial Association President values Jiang Fan as a promising genius and wants him to compete on behalf of the Jiang City Martial Arts Association.
• Team Leader Wang is reprimanded by the Martial Association President for letting Jiang Fan leave.

Significant Themes

• Responsibility and obligations that come with benefits.
• The value placed on talented individuals (Jiang Fan as a genius).
• The importance of communication and coordination among characters.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Fan and the Martial Association President have a brief interaction, with the President showing enthusiasm towards Jiang Fan.
• Jiang Fan and Team Leader Wang discuss the benefits and obligations of being a Martial Artist.
• The Martial Association President scolds Team Leader Wang for letting Jiang Fan leave without further discussion.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Fan, now a Level Two Martial Artist, exits the Martial Arts Association building.
• Su Mu Qing, a mutual acquaintance, approaches him and hands him a letter from Xu Wenwen, Jiang Fan's childhood friend, who has left for Capital City First Martial Arts University.
• Jiang Fan reads the letter, which expresses Xu Wenwen's hope for him to join her at the university.
• Jiang Fan crumples and discards the letter, showing no interest in pursuing Xu Wenwen.
• The Martial Arts Association President and his team search for Jiang Fan, hoping to recruit him for an upcoming competition, but he has already left.

Character Developments

• Jiang Fan: He has become more indifferent towards Xu Wenwen and her feelings, prioritizing his own goals.
• Su Mu Qing: She shows a mix of anxiety and inferiority when interacting with Jiang Fan, highlighting her change in perception of him.
• Martial Arts Association President: He demonstrates his eagerness and desperation to recruit Jiang Fan for the competition.

Significant Themes

• The theme of personal growth and moving on from past relationships is emphasized through Jiang Fan's indifference towards Xu Wenwen.
• The theme of ambition and competition is highlighted through the Martial Arts Association President's eagerness to recruit Jiang Fan.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Fan and Su Mu Qing: Their interaction is strained, with Jiang Fan showing little interest in Su Mu Qing's attempts to deliver the letter.
• Jiang Fan and the Martial Arts Association President: They have not yet interacted in this chapter, but the President's desperation to find Jiang Fan foreshadows a future interaction.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Muqing, a girl who knows Jiang Fan, meets President Wu of the Martial Arts Association and reveals Jiang Fan's school and potential residence.
• President Wu and his team visit Jiangcheng Third High School to find Jiang Fan but are met with confusion and denials from the school staff.
• Principal Fang, Dean of Students Dong Bin, and Li Dongsheng are confronted by President Wu about Jiang Fan's expulsion.
• President Wu leaves, expressing regret for the school's missed opportunity with Jiang Fan, a Level 2 Martial Artist genius.
• Principal Fang orders Li Dongsheng to find Jiang Fan and bring him back.

Character Developments

• President Wu: Shows determination in finding Jiang Fan and recognizes his potential as a Level 2 Martial Artist genius.
• Principal Fang: Initially unaware of Jiang Fan's expulsion, becomes angry and determined to find him after learning the truth.
• Li Dongsheng: Realizes his mistake in expelling Jiang Fan and fears the consequences, becoming submissive to Principal Fang's orders.
• Dean of Students Dong Bin: Tries to distance himself from the expulsion decision and follows Principal Fang's orders to find Jiang Fan.

Significant Themes

• The importance of martial arts in society and the value placed on martial artists.
• The consequences of underestimating or mistreating talented individuals.
• The power dynamics within the school system and the fear of losing face or position.

Character Interactions

• Su Muqing and President Wu: Su Muqing provides information about Jiang Fan, leading President Wu to the school.
• President Wu and Principal Fang: President Wu confronts Principal Fang about Jiang Fan's expulsion, expressing regret for the school's missed opportunity.
• Principal Fang, Dean of Students Dong Bin, and Li Dongsheng: Principal Fang orders Li Dongsheng to find Jiang Fan, with Dong Bin following to maintain his position.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Luo Xiuwu learns that Jiang Fan, whom he recruited to Fifth High School, is a Level 2 Martial Artist, not a waste as he was led to believe.
• The Vice President of the Martial Arts Association and Principal Fang from Third High School visit Fifth High School to find Jiang Fan.
• Luo Xiuwu reveals that Jiang Fan is not in the school and agrees to help find his home address.

Character Developments

• Luo Xiuwu: Realizes he was deceived about Jiang Fan's potential and feels embarrassed and confused. He becomes more cautious and careful in his decisions.
• Jiang Li: Struggles with nightmares and poor mental state due to his encounter with Jiang Fan. His parents pressure him to focus on the upcoming college entrance exam.

Significant Themes

• Deception and manipulation: Luo Xiuwu is deceived by his 'friends' about Jiang Fan's potential, leading to embarrassment and confusion.
• Family expectations and pressure: Jiang Li feels the weight of his family's hopes for him to succeed in the college entrance exam and secure a future in the capital.

Character Interactions

• Luo Xiuwu and President Wu: President Wu reveals Jiang Fan's true potential to Luo Xiuwu, causing him to feel embarrassed and confused.
• Jiang Li and his parents: Jiang Li's parents pressure him to focus on his studies and perform well in the college entrance exam to secure a future in the capital.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Vice President of the Martial Arts Association, President Wu, visits Jiang Zhihe's home, looking for Jiang Fan.
• Jiang Zhihe is shocked to learn that Jiang Fan has become a Level 2 Martial Artist and is invited to a Genius Selection Challenge.
• Jiang Zhihe tries to hide Jiang Fan's whereabouts but is forced to reveal that Jiang Fan is in the Outer City.
• President Wu insists on going to the Outer City to find Jiang Fan.

Character Developments

• Jiang Zhihe: Initially dismissive of Jiang Fan, he becomes cautious and worried when he learns about Jiang Fan's martial arts prowess and the attention he's drawing.
• President Wu: Shows enthusiasm and respect towards Jiang Fan, indicating his high regard for Jiang Fan's potential.
• Jiang Li and Su Xin: Jiang Li's outburst reveals the tension between him and Jiang Fan, while Su Xin remains supportive of Jiang Fan.

Significant Themes

• Status and Power: The Vice President of the Martial Arts Association and other influential figures show deference to Jiang Fan, highlighting the power dynamics in Jiang City.
• Family Dynamics: The tension between Jiang Zhihe and Jiang Fan, and the conflict between Jiang Li and Jiang Fan, illustrate the complex relationships within the Jiang family.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Zhihe and President Wu: Jiang Zhihe tries to maintain a respectful demeanor while trying to hide Jiang Fan's whereabouts, while President Wu is persistent in finding Jiang Fan.
• Jiang Zhihe and Jiang Li: Jiang Zhihe's stern reaction to Jiang Li's outburst shows his concern for the family's reputation and his desire to distance himself from Jiang Fan's potential troubles.
• Jiang Zhihe and Su Xin: Su Xin's support for Jiang Fan contrasts with Jiang Zhihe's initial dismissive attitude towards Jiang Fan.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Fan overslept and missed his appointment at the Martial Arts Association.
• He returns home to find President Wu and other officials waiting, who invite him to represent Jiang City in the Genius Challenge Tournament.
• The tournament is an annual event to discover and nurture talented young martial artists, with stages including preliminaries, league matches, and elimination rounds, culminating in top 10 rankings and rewards.

Character Developments

• Jiang Fan shows maturity and directness in dealing with President Wu, indicating his growth and confidence.
• Jiang Zhihe, Jiang Fan's cousin, is shown to be ambitious and manipulative, attempting to insert himself into the conversation but being ignored by Jiang Fan.

Significant Themes

• Talent recognition and nurturing: The Genius Challenge Tournament highlights the Martial Arts Association's focus on identifying and cultivating young talent.
• Ambition and competition: The tournament encourages competition among young martial artists, fostering ambition and drive.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Fan interacts with President Wu, showing respect but also assertiveness in questioning the details of the tournament and rewards.
• Jiang Zhihe tries to insert himself into the conversation but is ignored by Jiang Fan, highlighting the strained relationship between them.
• Jiang Fan's aunt and uncle, Su Qingwan and Ma Jiang, are nervous and eager to please the officials but are overshadowed by Jiang Zhihe's presence.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Martial Arts Association Headquarters hosts a Genius Selection Challenge with rewards including rare beast blood essence, Level 2 gene serum, and cash.
• Jiang Fan, a Level 2 Martial Artist, is uninterested in the rewards as he doesn't need them for his current cultivation stage.
• Yuan City is suddenly under attack by a large number of strange beasts, changing the challenge's rules to reinforcing the city.

Character Developments

• Jiang Fan: Shows disinterest in the challenge's initial rewards, but becomes excited when the challenge involves fighting strange beasts, indicating his eagerness for combat and growth.
• President Wu: Attempts to persuade Jiang Fan to participate in the challenge, first by highlighting the rewards and then by emphasizing the opportunity to interact with other geniuses. He becomes preoccupied with the sudden crisis in Yuan City.
• Jiang Zhihe: Tries to intervene in the conversation between Jiang Fan and President Wu, but is rebuked by Jiang Fan, further straining their relationship.

Significant Themes

• The allure of combat and growth for Martial Artists.
• The importance of rewards and resources for cultivation.
• The responsibility of Martial Artists to protect their city and people.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Fan and President Wu: President Wu tries to persuade Jiang Fan to participate in the challenge, while Jiang Fan remains uninterested until the challenge's rules change.
• Jiang Fan and Jiang Zhihe: Jiang Fan rebukes Jiang Zhihe for trying to intervene in the conversation, further straining their relationship.
• President Wu and the Association member: The Association member informs President Wu about the sudden crisis in Yuan City, changing the challenge's rules and priorities.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Martial Arts Association Headquarters changes the competition rules at the last minute, focusing on actual combat against alien beasts (异兽).
• Jiang Fan decides to participate in the competition to support Yuan City, despite the danger.

Character Developments

• President Wu initially encourages Jiang Fan to participate but later tries to dissuade him due to the increased risk.
• Jiang Fan shows determination and resolve in his decision to participate, revealing his desire to improve his strength quickly.

Significant Themes

• The importance of combat experience and the dangers of the battlefield.
• The desire for rapid cultivation progress and the allure of hunting alien beasts for strength improvement.

Character Interactions

• President Wu initially supports Jiang Fan but later tries to protect him from the danger, showing a mix of encouragement and caution.
• Jiang Fan's aunt (Su Qingwan) and uncle (Ma Jiang) try to dissuade him from participating due to the risks involved.
• Jiang Zhihe, Jiang Fan's cousin, tries to persuade him by offering cultivation resources and opportunities in the Kyoto Jiang family, but Jiang Fan remains determined.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Fan's breakthrough to Level 2 Martial Artist attracts attention from the Martial Arts Association.
• The Association President visits Jiang Fan, inviting him to participate in the Yuan City Defense Competition.
• Jiang Fan accepts the invitation, despite concerns from his family and the Jiang family representative, Jiang Zhihe.
• The Martial Arts Association President updates Jiang Fan on the competition details: a Level 4 Beast Tide is expected, with the army leading the defense and the Martial Arts Association providing support.
• Jiang Fan and the Martial Arts Association team prepare to depart for Yuan City within half an hour.

Character Developments

• Jiang Fan: Confident in his abilities, he decides to participate in the dangerous competition despite the risks.
• Ma Ning: Worried about Jiang Fan's safety, she begs him not to go but ultimately supports his decision.
• Jiang Zhihe: Attempts to dissuade Jiang Fan from participating, leading to a heated argument between them.
• Martial Arts Association President: Calm and reassuring, he explains the competition's details and assures Jiang Fan of his safety.

Significant Themes

• Ambition vs. Caution: Jiang Fan's ambition leads him to accept the risky competition, while his family and Jiang Zhihe urge caution.
• Power Dynamics: The Martial Arts Association's influence and resources are highlighted, contrasting with the smaller cities' vulnerabilities.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Fan and the Martial Arts Association President: They discuss the competition details, with the President showing confidence in Jiang Fan's abilities.
• Jiang Fan and Jiang Zhihe: They argue about Jiang Fan's decision to participate in the competition, leading to tension between them.
• Jiang Fan and Ma Ning: Ma Ning expresses her worry for Jiang Fan, but ultimately supports his decision to participate in the competition.

Key Plot Points and Events

• President Wu and Jiang Fan, along with Li Yutang and Wei Xin, are to travel to Yuan City to assist in dealing with alien beast threats.
• They are to travel by military train, departing at night, which is dangerous but faster than driving.
• The military train is scheduled to depart in about half an hour, and they head to the Jiang City Military Subdistrict to board it.

Character Developments

• Jiang Fan learns about the military's use of trains for rapid troop deployment and the potential danger of flying alien beasts.
• President Wu demonstrates his understanding of military affairs and the military's attitude towards the Martial Arts Association.

Significant Themes

• The military's importance and unique status in China, as they are at the forefront of protecting the country from alien beast threats.
• The military's focus on efficiency and discipline, prioritizing the mission over personal feelings.

Character Interactions

• President Wu and Jiang Fan interact with Commander Jiao Yang, who shows a cold and focused demeanor, prioritizing the mission over politeness.
• President Wu explains the military's attitude towards them to Li Yutang and Jiang Fan, helping them understand the military's perspective.
• Jiang Fan experiences his first train ride through the wilderness at night, feeling a sense of novelty.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Jiang City Squad travels to Yuan City on a military train, facing no significant threats due to the train's strength and the cleared zone between cities.
• Upon arrival, they witness a massive attack by strange beasts (异兽) on Yuan City and disembark at the military district.
• They meet with the local military commander, and the Martial Arts Association members part ways with the military.

Character Developments

• President Wu demonstrates knowledge of the cleared zone and the military's role in controlling mutated beasts, showing his understanding of the current world's dynamics.
• Jiang Fan shows curiosity and concern about the sudden increase in strange beasts in Yuan City.

Significant Themes

• The struggle against mutated beasts (异兽) and their threat to human settlements.
• The importance of cooperation between the military and the Martial Arts Association in maintaining order and safety.

Character Interactions

• President Wu reassures Jiang Fan and Li Yutang about the safety of the military train, displaying a mentor-like role.
• Li Yutang seeks guidance from President Wu about their next steps, showing respect and trust in his leadership.
• An unidentified middle-aged man from another city's Martial Arts Association greets President Wu, hinting at potential inter-city rivalries or tensions within the Martial Arts Association.

Key Plot Points and Events

• President Chen of the Hao City Martial Arts Association mocks the Jiang City Martial Arts Association and its members, particularly Li Yutang and Jiang Fan.
• Jiang Fan responds dismissively, angering President Chen and his entourage.
• President Wu intervenes, apologizing for Jiang Fan's behavior, and the group proceeds to the command center.

Character Developments

• President Chen: Reveals his arrogance and disdain for other branches, particularly Jiang City. His pride is easily offended, and he struggles to maintain composure when challenged.
• Jiang Fan: Demonstrates confidence and calm under pressure, showing no fear of President Chen's mockery. His few words have a significant impact on President Chen.
• President Wu: Shows a mix of pride and cunning, enjoying the embarrassment of President Chen while also trying to maintain diplomatic relations. He reveals a deeper animosity between Hao City and Jiang City.

Significant Themes

• Pride and Hubris: President Chen's excessive pride leads him to underestimate and mock others, ultimately causing him to lose face.
• Respect and Dignity: Jiang Fan's calm and confident response to President Chen's mockery earns him respect from President Wu and his companions.
• Inter-branch Rivalry: The conflict between Hao City and Jiang City highlights the deep-seated animosity and competition among branches of the Martial Arts Association.

Character Interactions

• President Chen vs. Jiang Fan: Their brief exchange highlights their contrasting personalities and leads to a tense standoff.
• President Wu vs. President Chen: President Wu takes pleasure in President Chen's embarrassment while trying to maintain diplomatic relations between their branches.
• President Wu and Jiang Fan: President Wu shows a newfound respect for Jiang Fan after his exchange with President Chen, viewing him as a valuable asset to their branch.