Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points

• Jiang Fan exposes Ji Ning's corruption, leading to his arrest and the cleanup of corrupt officials in the Drug Safety Bureau.
• Wei Tianshu, the commander of the Drug Safety Bureau, attempts to recruit Jiang Fan but is rebuffed.
• Wan Xie, president of the Federal Arbitration Office, reveals that Jiang Fan was offered a high position there previously but declined.

Character Developments

• Jiang Fan demonstrates his integrity and fearlessness in exposing corruption, earning respect from Wei Tianshu and Wan Xie.
• Wei Tianshu and Wan Xie show their friendship and mutual respect despite their competitive nature.
• Zhan En and the Chen Siblings are impressed by Jiang Fan's growth and achievements.

Significant Themes

• Corruption and its consequences.
• Integrity and uprightness in the face of adversity.
• The importance of choosing one's path and staying true to it.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Fan interacts with Wei Tianshu and Wan Xie, earning their respect and admiration.
• Jiang Fan reassures Ji Xuan about the safety of her and her group.
• Jiang Fan shares his current strength with Zhan En and the Chen Siblings, leaving them astonished.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Fan reveals he's reached Level 14, shocking Zhan En and the others.
• Jiang Fan recounts his past years: killing Roger, joining the Federal Arbitration Office, and dismantling the Blood Butcher Organization.
• Zhan En shares how Jiang Fan's actions led to his founding of Enda Group and offers Jiang Fan a share in the company.

Character Developments

• Jiang Fan: Proven to be a Level 14 Great Expert, respected by powerful figures like Wan Xie and Wei Tianshu.
• Zhan En: Has built a successful corporate group, Enda, in a few years, and values Jiang Fan's contributions.

Significant Themes

• Strength and Respect: Jiang Fan's power commands respect from other powerful figures.
• Friendship and Loyalty: Zhan En's actions show his loyalty to Jiang Fan and his desire to honor their friendship.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Fan and Zhan En: Reunite after years, catch up on each other's lives, and discuss their future plans together.
• Jiang Fan and Chen Yang/Chen Yanchu: Jiang Fan's actions inspire admiration and respect from the siblings.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Fan unexpectedly becomes a shareholder of the Enda Group.
• Zhan En offers Jiang Fan 60% of the shares, but Jiang Fan declines.
• Jiang Fan reveals he has abundant cultivation resources, so he doesn't need the shares.
• Zhan En plans to send Chen Yang and his sister to the Vermilion Bird Academy.
• Jiang Fan offers to help Chen Yang and his sister get into the academy.

Character Developments

• Jiang Fan: Shows generosity and disinterest in wealth, prioritizing his disciples' growth.
• Zhan En: Demonstrates care for his disciples' future, willing to invest in their education.

Significant Themes

• Friendship: Jiang Fan and Zhan En's friendship is highlighted as they discuss business and their disciples' futures.
• Mentorship: The importance of proper guidance and education is emphasized, with both characters wanting the best for their disciples.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Fan and Zhan En: Their interaction shows mutual respect and understanding, with Jiang Fan appreciating Zhan En's resolve and Zhan En valuing Jiang Fan's generosity.
• Jiang Fan and Ace: Jiang Fan reaches out to Ace for help, showing trust in his senior brother's connections.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Fan connects with Ace, who arranges for Chen Yang and Chen Yanchu's enrollment in Vermilion Bird Academy.
• Jiang Fan, Chen Yang, and Chen Yanchu embark on a journey to Qiyuan Star, with Jiang Fan escorting them to the academy.
• During the journey, the trio cultivates intensively, with Jiang Fan's blood energy increasing by over 10 million, bringing him to the threshold of Level 14 high-tier.

Character Developments

• Jiang Fan: Shows his influence and efficiency in arranging the siblings' enrollment in a prestigious academy. He also demonstrates his dedication to cultivation, increasing his blood energy significantly during the journey.
• Chen Yang and Chen Yanchu: Reveal their obsession with cultivation, similar to Jiang Fan. They use the journey to improve their skills, aiming to minimize the gap with other students at the academy.

Significant Themes

• Cultivation and self-improvement: The characters' dedication to advancing their martial arts skills is a central theme.
• Friendship and loyalty: Jiang Fan's willingness to help his saviors and their shared bond is highlighted.
• Efficiency and influence: Ace's ability to swiftly arrange the siblings' enrollment in a top academy underscores his power and connections.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Fan and Ace: Ace's quick arrangement of the siblings' enrollment demonstrates their close relationship and Ace's influence.
• Jiang Fan and the Chen Yang Siblings: Their shared passion for cultivation strengthens their bond, and they spend the journey cultivating together.
• Jiang Fan and Zhan En: Zhan En entrusts Jiang Fan with escorting the siblings to the academy, showing his confidence in Jiang Fan's abilities.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Yang and his sister's cultivation progress is slower than expected, but Jiang Fan encourages them, saying their growth will explode once their meridians are clear and Spiritual Power forms a stable core.
• They arrive at Qiyuan Star and are greeted by Ace, who takes them to Vermilion Bird Academy.
• Ace leads them through the campus, and they witness students practicing various specialized projects.
• They head to the Admissions Office to meet Director Xu Zhaoyang, but he's temporarily unavailable, so they wait in his office.

Character Developments

• Chen Yang and Chen Yanchu show eagerness and excitement upon seeing Vermilion Bird Academy, indicating their growing ambition and determination in their cultivation journey.
• Jiang Fan demonstrates his understanding and patience in guiding the siblings, showing his growth as a mentor.
• Ace shows his thoughtfulness and care for Jiang Fan and the siblings, arranging for them to stay at his place and personally accompanying them to the academy.

Significant Themes

• Cultivation Patience: Jiang Fan emphasizes the importance of steady progress and patience in cultivation, contrasting with Chen Yang's initial discouragement.
• Growth and Ambition: Chen Yang and Chen Yanchu's excitement at seeing Vermilion Bird Academy highlights their growing aspirations and eagerness to improve.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Fan and Chen Yang/Chen Yanchu: Jiang Fan continues to guide and encourage the siblings, fostering a mentor-mentee relationship.
• Ace and Jiang Fan: Ace's warm welcome and care for Jiang Fan reinforce their close senior-junior bond.
• Ace and Director Xu Zhaoyang: Ace's arrangement for them to meet Director Xu shows his consideration and respect for the academy's procedures.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ace and Jiang Fan arrive at Vermilion Bird Academy to enroll Chen Yang and Chen Yanchu.
• They encounter a dark-skinned man who is initially unfriendly and unhelpful.
• The dark-skinned man stalls and tries to send them away, claiming Director Xu is busy and the enrollment period has ended.
• Jiang Fan and Ace suspect the dark-skinned man's intentions and decide to investigate.
• Ace contacts Xu Zhaoyang, while Jiang Fan continues to deal with the dark-skinned man.

Character Developments

• Ace: Shows impatience and authority, but is calmed by Jiang Fan.
• Jiang Fan: Demonstrates patience and strategic thinking, trying to navigate the situation diplomatically.
• Dark-skinned man: Initially unfriendly and dismissive, later revealed to be involved in corrupt practices, and becomes hostile when he realizes Jiang Fan's connection to the Enda Group.

Significant Themes

• Corruption and bribery in the admissions process.
• The struggle between honesty and deceit in achieving goals.
• The power dynamics between different characters.

Character Interactions

• Ace and Jiang Fan: Ace is initially impulsive, but Jiang Fan calms him and takes the lead in handling the situation.
• Jiang Fan and the dark-skinned man: Jiang Fan tries to reason with the dark-skinned man, but the latter becomes hostile when he realizes Jiang Fan's connection to the Enda Group.
• Ace and Xu Zhaoyang (off-page): Ace contacts Xu Zhaoyang to verify the situation, which is not directly shown in the chapter.

• The Dark Man decides to sabotage Xu Zhaoyang's business by driving away Jiang Fan and his group, thinking he won't face repercussions since they didn't meet Vermilion Bird Academy's admission standards.
• Jiang Fan and Ace have a tense exchange; Ace is enraged by Xu Zhaoyang's lack of response and considers taking drastic action.
• Jiang Fan suggests they could consider other schools if they can't enter Vermilion Bird Academy, which Ace finds acceptable. He reveals he can arrange for Chen Yang and Chen Yanchu to enter Azure Dragon Academy.
• Ace leads the group to Azure Dragon Academy, revealing he graduated from there. He assures them he can secure their enrollment.
• Meanwhile, Xiao Zheng, the Dark Man's colleague, learns that the group was actually looking for Director Xu and rushes out to find them, but they're already gone.

Key Plot Points

• Ace reveals his influential connections at Azure Dragon Academy.
• Ace and Jiang Fan arrive at Azure Dragon Academy, where they are greeted warmly due to Ace's reputation.
• Ace's Junior Sister, Director Zuo, arranges for Chen Yang and Chen Yanchu's enrollment and special training.

Character Developments

• Ace: Shows his pride in his connections and status at Azure Dragon Academy. Reveals a childish side when interacting with Chen Yang and Chen Yanchu.
• Jiang Fan: Witnesses Ace's influence and is impressed by his Master's power.
• Director Zuo: Shows enthusiasm and eagerness to help Jiang Fan's disciples due to their connection to Ace's Master.

Significant Themes

• Influence and connections in the academic world.
• The power dynamics between students, teachers, and administration.

Character Interactions

• Ace and Jiang Fan: Ace brags about his connections, and Jiang Fan teases him about it.
• Ace and Director Zuo: They catch up, and Director Zuo arranges for Chen Yang and Chen Yanchu's enrollment based on Ace's recommendation.
• Director Zuo and Jiang Fan: Director Zuo shows enthusiasm towards Jiang Fan's disciples due to their connection to Ace's Master.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Yang and Chen Yanchu's enrollment at Azure Dragon Academy is successfully completed with the help of Ace and Director Zuo.
• Jiang Fan plans to stay on Qiyuan Star for a week before heading to the Star Domain Frontier.
• Ace and Jiang Fan encounter Director Xu from Vermilion Bird Academy, who apologizes for the previous incident and promises to punish the corrupt staff member involved.

Character Developments

• Ace shows his influence and connections at Azure Dragon Academy, contrasting with the corruption and inefficiency at Vermilion Bird Academy.
• Jiang Fan reveals his desire to explore the Qiyuan Star Domain and the Universe, showing his ambition and curiosity.
• Director Xu shows remorse for his previous actions and takes responsibility, demonstrating a change of heart.

Significant Themes

• Corruption and Redemption: The contrast between Azure Dragon Academy's efficiency and Vermilion Bird Academy's corruption highlights the theme of redemption, as Director Xu takes responsibility for his actions.
• Ambition and Curiosity: Jiang Fan's desire to explore the Qiyuan Star Domain and the Universe emphasizes his ambition and curiosity, driving his character development.

Character Interactions

• Ace and Jiang Fan: Ace shows concern for Jiang Fan's decision to go to the Star Domain Frontier, demonstrating a mentor-like relationship. Jiang Fan appreciates Ace's concern but remains determined in his decision.
• Ace and Director Xu: Ace shows disinterest in Director Xu's apologies, emphasizing his disdain for Vermilion Bird Academy's corruption and his desire to distance himself from it.
• Director Xu and the Dark Man: Director Xu takes responsibility for the Dark Man's actions, showing a sense of justice and a desire to clean up corruption within his academy.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Fan sends the Chen Yang siblings to school and visits his master.
• He decides to travel to the Star Domain Frontier by aircraft instead of teleporting to conserve mental energy and maintain a low profile.
• The journey takes over four months, during which Jiang Fan cultivates diligently.
• After three months, Jiang Fan's Qi and Blood increase by 32 million, pushing him into the early stages of Level 15.
• Upon reaching the Star Domain Frontier, Jiang Fan's aircraft passes through an energy barrier, and he observes the frontier's Heavenly Palace-like structures.

Character Development

• Jiang Fan demonstrates his responsible nature by ensuring the Chen Yang siblings' safety and education.
• He shows wisdom in choosing a safe and energy-efficient method of travel.
• Jiang Fan's dedication to cultivation results in significant progress, showcasing his determination and discipline.

Significant Themes

• Cultivation and Growth: Jiang Fan's journey is marked by continuous cultivation, highlighting the theme of personal growth and improvement.
• Responsibility and Wisdom: Jiang Fan's actions show that he takes responsibility for those under his care and makes wise decisions based on the situation.
• The Unknown and Exploration: The Star Domain Frontier represents the unknown, and Jiang Fan's journey there embodies the theme of exploration and discovery.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Fan interacts briefly with the Chen Yang siblings before they part ways.
• There are no significant interactions with other characters in this chapter, as Jiang Fan travels alone.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Fan, navigating the starry sky, encounters a high-level alert and is intercepted by the Heavenly Palace's military.
• After verifying his identity, he is guided to the South Heaven Gate and meets Captain Chao Feng, who takes him to see the Grand Marshal.
• Upon arrival, Jiang Fan witnesses the Grand Marshal reprimanding and sending a military officer named Huang Yanqing to a military court.

Character Developments

• Jiang Fan: Shows calmness under pressure, reveals a mysterious background, and maintains a polite demeanor.
• Captain Chao Feng: Initially curious and probing about Jiang Fan's background, later feels disheartened comparing his own journey to Jiang Fan's.
• Grand Marshal: Displayed as stern and authoritative, prioritizing military discipline and order.
• Huang Yanqing: A military officer who disobeyed orders and retreated from the battlefield, now facing military court.

Significant Themes

• Military Discipline and Order: The Grand Marshal prioritizes these, showing no leniency towards those who disobey orders.
• Background and Privilege: Captain Chao Feng's internal monologue highlights the disparity between Jiang Fan's mysterious background and his own humble beginnings.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Fan and Captain Chao Feng: They exchange brief conversation, with Chao Feng trying to gauge Jiang Fan's background and feeling disheartened by the comparison.
• Grand Marshal and Huang Yanqing: The Grand Marshal sternly reprimands Huang Yanqing for his actions, showing no mercy despite the officer's pleas.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Fan arrives at the Heavenly Palace and witnesses the Grand Marshal interrogating and punishing an officer for irregular promotion.
• The Grand Marshal tests Jiang Fan's strength using an ancient stone tablet that emits different colors based on the punching power: red (Level 13-14), orange (Level 11-12), etc.

Character Developments

• Jiang Fan: Realizes that the Grand Marshal's interrogation was a show to warn him about military discipline and to test his reaction.
• Grand Marshal: Shows his cunning and strategic thinking by using the stone tablet to assess Jiang Fan's true combat power without directly asking for a blood qi test.

Significant Themes

• Military Discipline: The Grand Marshal emphasizes the importance of fairness, justice, and following regulations in the military.
• Power and Position: Jiang Fan expresses indifference towards military ranks and power, focusing more on hunting star beasts to improve his strength.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Fan and the Grand Marshal: The Grand Marshal tests Jiang Fan's strength and offers him a position based on his performance on the stone tablet. Jiang Fan, in turn, shows respect and compliance with the Grand Marshal's wishes.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Fan and the Grand Marshal visit a public square where a Stone Tablet is used to test one's strength.
• Jiang Fan decides to test his strength on the Stone Tablet.
• Jiang Fan punches the Stone Tablet, causing it to crack without showing any color change.

Character Developments

• Jiang Fan demonstrates his strength, accidentally breaking the Stone Tablet.
• The Grand Marshal shows interest in Jiang Fan's abilities.

Significant Themes

• The Stone Tablet's limitations and Jiang Fan's unexpected strength.
• The Grand Marshal's curiosity about Jiang Fan's abilities.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Fan interacts with the Grand Marshal and his entourage, showing off his strength.
• Soldiers discuss Jiang Fan's identity and background among themselves.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Fan fails to light up the stone tablet, leading to speculations about his strength.
• The Grand Marshal arranges for a soldier to test the stone tablet again, which also fails to light up, confirming the tablet's damage.
• The Grand Marshal decides to send Jiang Fan to rotate through the Ten Great Garrison Areas for a month before deciding his official position.

Character Developments

• Jiang Fan: Stands firm in his desire to face star beasts, showing determination and resolve.
• The Grand Marshal: Initially skeptical of Jiang Fan's strength, he becomes disdainful of Jiang Fan's perceived cowardice.

Significant Themes

• Perception vs. Reality: Jiang Fan's true strength is underestimated due to his failure to light up the stone tablet.
• Power Dynamics: The Grand Marshal's influence and decision-making power are evident in his arrangements for Jiang Fan's position.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Fan and the Grand Marshal: Their interaction reveals the Grand Marshal's initial skepticism and subsequent disdain for Jiang Fan.
• Jiang Fan and the Soldiers: The soldiers' whispers and speculations about Jiang Fan's background and strength create a hostile atmosphere.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Grand Marshal tasks Jiang Fan with a 30-day rotation through 10 Garrison Areas to assess his capabilities.
• Jiang Fan learns about the Star Domain Frontier Army's structure and the Ten Great Garrison Areas from Adjutant Tang Xi.

Character Developments

• Jiang Fan: Shows maturity, responsibility, and humility, impressing Adjutant Tang Xi with his background and attitude.
• Adjutant Tang Xi: Develops respect and admiration for Jiang Fan, sharing detailed information about the Garrison Areas and their commanders.

Significant Themes

• Perseverance and Hard Work: Jiang Fan's journey from a Barbaric Planet to the Qiyuan Star Domain highlights his determination and perseverance.
• Respect and Admiration: Tang Xi's admiration for Jiang Fan and the Garrison Commanders emphasizes the value of hard work, dedication, and achievement.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Fan and Adjutant Tang Xi: They bond over their shared experiences and dedication to their duties, leading to a mutual respect and understanding.
• Jiang Fan and the Garrison Commanders (mentioned): Tang Xi's admiration for these commanders, including Chi Ling, foreshadows Jiang Fan's future interactions with them.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Fan and Tang Xi travel to the 'Jade Bug Nest' Garrison Area, the closest to the Heavenly Palace core area.
• They arrive at a teleportation array and are transported to the garrison area, where they see vast bug nests attached to celestial fragments.
• They land at the garrison's Void Camp and await authorization from Commander Chi Ling to enter.

Character Developments

• Jiang Fan learns about the vastness of the Star Domain Frontier defense line and the use of teleportation arrays for rapid deployment.
• Tang Xi explains the challenges of defending against the Bug Race's rapid reproduction and adaptability.

Significant Themes

• The immense scale and complexity of the Star Domain Frontier's defense.
• The relentless and adaptable nature of the Bug Race, making them a formidable enemy.
• The importance of authorization and hierarchy within the Frontier Army.

Character Interactions

• Tang Xi and Jiang Fan discuss the defense line, the Bug Race, and the upcoming meeting with Commander Chi Ling.
• Tang Xi warns Jiang Fan about Commander Chi Ling's cold temperament and harsh attitude.
• Jiang Fan remains unfazed, as he knows Chi Ling is his Senior Sister and expects a different reception.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Fan arrives at the Jade Bug Nest Garrison Area under Senior Sister Chi Ling's command.
• Chi Ling is initially cultivating when Jiang Fan arrives, making him wait.
• Jiang Fan is briefed by Chi Ling about the frontline situation and the rules he must follow.
• Jiang Fan is assigned to the Reserve Team Three and will carry out daily tasks according to new recruit standards.

Character Developments

• Jiang Fan: Jiang Fan shows initial curiosity and friendliness towards Chi Ling but becomes distant and determined after her cold reception and lecture. He decides to prove himself without any special treatment.
• Chi Ling: Chi Ling is revealed to be stern, cold, and disdainful of those with connections. She judges Jiang Fan based on her preconceptions and initially intends to give him a hard time. However, Jiang Fan's calm and self-assured response causes her to reassess him.

Significant Themes

• Meritocracy vs. Nepotism: Chi Ling values strength and merit over connections and background, reflecting the theme of meritocracy. Jiang Fan, initially perceived as a privileged scion, aims to prove his worth through his actions.
• Respect and Earning Respect: Both Chi Ling and Jiang Fan emphasize earning respect through one's actions and strength, rather than relying on external factors.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Fan and Chi Ling: Their initial interaction is tense due to Chi Ling's preconceptions and cold attitude. However, Jiang Fan's calm and determined response causes Chi Ling to reassess him, setting the stage for potential growth in their relationship.
• Tang Xi, Jiang Fan, and Chi Ling: Tang Xi, the adjutant, serves as a bridge between Jiang Fan and Chi Ling, facilitating their initial meeting and briefing Jiang Fan about the situation. He then leaves Jiang Fan to Chi Ling's care.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Fan doesn't encounter Chi Ling again during his three-day rotation at the Jade Bug Nest, which remains unusually calm.
• He rotates through various regions (Vortex Dark Current, Crystal Maze, Blazing Furnace) where Garrison Commanders treat him politely but keep him away from dangerous tasks.
• After 20 days, Jiang Fan is headed to his final rotation stop, the 'Boneyard', known for mechanical remnants and potential star beast attacks.

Character Developments

• Jiang Fan maintains a low profile, cultivates, and gathers information about the Frontier Army during his rotations.
• Chi Ling's prejudice against Jiang Fan is confirmed.
• The Grand Marshal grows suspicious of the positive but uninformative evaluations from other Garrison Commanders.

Significant Themes

• Prejudice and Discrimination: Chi Ling and other Garrison Commanders' disdain for Jiang Fan due to his Red Talisman status.
• Luck and Opportunity: The Grand Marshal notes Jiang Fan's 'lucky' avoidance of star beast attacks, suggesting that luck can sometimes be an advantage.
• Observation and Information Gathering: Jiang Fan's quiet collection of information about the Frontier Army, hinting at his strategic thinking.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Fan interacts with various Garrison Commanders, who are polite but maintain a distance, reflecting their prejudice.
• The Grand Marshal and Tang Xi discuss Jiang Fan's rotation and potential future placement, revealing the Grand Marshal's growing interest in Jiang Fan's background.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Fan arrives at the Boneyard, a chaotic and dangerous region filled with starship wrecks and mechanical constructs.
• He meets Feng Jingshi, an old soldier with a mechanical body, who tells him about the star beasts inhabiting the Boneyard: Rippers and Void Hunters.
• A sudden alarm signals a star beast attack; Rippers and Void Hunters breach the first energy barrier, leading to a tense battle.

Character Developments

• Jiang Fan: Shows curiosity and quick understanding of the Boneyard's dangers and the star beasts.
• Feng Jingshi: Demonstrates bravery and a sense of duty, volunteering to join the fight despite his mechanical body.

Significant Themes

• Danger and chaos in the Boneyard, reflecting the harsh conditions of space warfare.
• The threat posed by star beasts, particularly Void Hunters due to their spatial abilities and energy-draining attacks.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Fan and Feng Jingshi: They form a bond as Feng shares his knowledge about the Boneyard and star beasts, and Jiang Fan expresses his willingness to join Feng in the battle.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A star beast invasion occurs, causing chaos and panic at the camp.
• Jiang Fan, despite having a Red Talisman (which grants special privileges), is restricted from entering the high-risk battlefield due to orders from the Garrison Commander.
• Jiang Fan decides to launch a surprise attack from the rear and uses his Space Channel ability to bypass the Giant Energy Barrier, entering deep space.

Character Developments

• Jiang Fan shows determination and resourcefulness in his pursuit of hunting star beasts, despite the restrictions imposed on him.
• Lao Feng, the old soldier, demonstrates concern and protective instincts towards Jiang Fan, prioritizing his safety.

Significant Themes

• Restriction vs. Determination: Jiang Fan's Red Talisman, meant to grant privileges, becomes a restriction, highlighting his determination to hunt star beasts despite the obstacles.
• Safety vs. Ambition: The soldiers prioritize their safety, while Jiang Fan is driven by his ambition to hunt star beasts, showcasing the conflict between the two.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Fan and Lao Feng: Lao Feng shows concern for Jiang Fan's safety, while Jiang Fan expresses frustration at the restrictions imposed on him.
• Jiang Fan and the Garrison Commander: Implicitly, the Garrison Commander's orders restrict Jiang Fan, fueling his determination to find another way to engage in the battle.