Ch. 1661Insufficient Authority

Key Plot Points and Events

  • The escaping Pillar Gods split into two groups. One group, led by Goddess Ma'at, travels through the dense forest on the ground, pursued by Silver Maidens.
  • Ma'at's elder brother, controlling the war god authority, betrays the group, killing another Pillar God and attempting to absorb Ma'at's power. He is killed by an unknown sniper.
  • Tamamo-no-Mae and Taiyinzi reach the [Bloodline Mother Tree], where they encounter [Sun God Ra], who attacks them. They are both captured by Silver Maidens.

Character Developments

  • Goddess Ma'at: Realizes her brother's betrayal and is poisoned by the unknown sniper.
  • Taiyinzi: Guides Tamamo-no-Mae to the [Bloodline Mother Tree] but is later captured by Silver Maidens.
  • Tamamo-no-Mae: Escapes from the Silver Maidens but leaves Taiyinzi behind.

Significant Themes

  • Betrayal and trust: Ma'at's brother betrays the group, highlighting the theme of trust and its fragility.
  • Power and ambition: Ma'at's brother's actions are driven by his desire for power and a change in the divine system's leadership.
  • Fate and luck: Taiyinzi's guidance to the [Bloodline Mother Tree] seems coincidental, raising questions about fate and luck.

Character Interactions

  • Ma'at and her brother: Their relationship is strained due to her brother's betrayal.
  • Tamamo-no-Mae and Taiyinzi: They form a temporary alliance to find the [Bloodline Mother Tree], but Tamamo-no-Mae leaves Taiyinzi behind when they are captured.
  • Taiyinzi and the Silver Maidens: Taiyinzi is captured by the Silver Maidens, who seem to recognize him.

Ch. 1662The Forgotten Girl

Key Plot Points and Events

  • The Sun God Ra and his daughter, the Goddess Ma'at, are imprisoned on Sky Island, their divine powers sealed, and strength drained.
  • Taiyinzi, the Sun Child, is captured and interrogated by Nero, who has been trapped in Sky Island's secret realm for an unknown duration.
  • Taiyinzi reveals he was sent by Master Musashi to pick the Bloodline Fruit and seeks to join the Transcendent organization.
  • Nero, after interrogating Taiyinzi, decides to keep him captive.

Character Developments

  • The Sun God Ra feels disheartened and useless after being imprisoned, contemplating sending Ma'at back to the City of the Sun.
  • Ma'at remains loyal and concerned for her father's well-being.
  • Taiyinzi shows fear and desperation when faced with death, revealing his true nature and lack of loyalty to his master.
  • Nero displays a playful and mischievous side, enjoying her time on Sky Island despite being trapped, and shows no intention of letting Taiyinzi go.

Significant Themes

  • Powerlessness and despair in the face of imprisonment and loss of control.
  • The consequences of one's actions and the inability to escape the past.
  • The struggle for dominance and control between captor and captive.

Character Interactions

  • The Sun God Ra and Ma'at share a moment of despair and concern for each other's well-being.
  • Taiyinzi and Nero engage in a tense and humorous interrogation, with Taiyinzi trying to reason with Nero while Nero enjoys toying with him.
  • Nero's playful and mischievous nature is revealed through her interactions with Taiyinzi, showing her enjoyment of her current situation despite being trapped.

Ch. 1663Wild

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Taiyinzi, a Black Soul Envoy, infiltrates the secret realm to obtain Bloodline Fruits for entry into the Transcendent organization.
  • Nero, the realm's controller, initially makes things difficult for Taiyinzi but later agrees to help him.
  • Taiyinzi jumps into a pot of oil as a test of his resolve, and Nero retrieves him after he's severely injured.
  • Nero offers to assist Taiyinzi in his mission, and they sign an agreement, with Nero altering it to her advantage.
  • Nero captures the escaped Pillar Gods and Tamamo-no-Mae, imprisoning them in the Hive Prison. She offers them a chance to escape as a test.
  • Taiyinzi and Nero leave the secret realm, and Taiyinzi learns about the realm's history and its former owner, Huang, the Second Prince of the Eternal Empire.

Character Developments

  • Taiyinzi: Initially arrogant and cunning, he later shows vulnerability and willingness to endure hardships for his mission. He also displays a desire for recognition and respect from his superiors.
  • Nero: Initially mischievous and playful, she shows a more strategic and manipulative side when dealing with Taiyinzi. She also demonstrates a desire for companionship and approval.

Significant Themes

  • Manipulation and power dynamics: Both Taiyinzi and Nero manipulate each other to achieve their goals, highlighting the power dynamics between them.
  • Endurance and perseverance: Taiyinzi's willingness to endure hardships, such as jumping into the pot of oil, showcases his determination to complete his mission.
  • Trust and betrayal: The altered agreement between Taiyinzi and Nero highlights the lack of trust between them, while Nero's offer to help Taiyinzi could be seen as an attempt to gain his trust.

Character Interactions

  • Taiyinzi and Nero: Their interactions are characterized by manipulation and power dynamics, with both trying to gain the upper hand. However, there's also a sense of mutual respect and understanding that develops between them.
  • Nero and the Pillar Gods/Tamamo-no-Mae: Nero's interactions with the captured deities are characterized by a sense of detachment and amusement, as she treats their imprisonment as a game or test.

Ch. 1664The Goggle-Wearing Boy in the Deep Sea

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Taiyinzi and Nero escape the Royal Third Garden, Taiyinzi's Black Soul body nearly disperses due to overclocking.
  • Nero reveals she was trapped for 55,270,080 hours and 24 minutes.
  • Luo Qiu and Maid Miss reach the end of the deep-sea trench, encounter Reyaz, a youth from the underwater city of Lemuria, fleeing from Sea Monsters.
  • Reyaz opens a gate, and Luo Qiu, Maid Miss, and Reyaz enter the underwater city.

Character Developments

  • Taiyinzi: Struggles with the consequences of overclocking his Black Soul body, reveals he has hidden memories.
  • Nero: Shows no emotion upon being freed, displays deep resentment.
  • Reyaz: Panicked and impulsive, reveals information about Lemuria and its inhabitants.

Significant Themes

  • The existence and interaction of ancient civilizations, including human and non-human societies.
  • The consequences of pushing one's limits (Taiyinzi's overclocking).
  • The exploration of unknown territories and the encounter with new civilizations.

Character Interactions

  • Taiyinzi and Nero: Bicker but show mutual respect, Nero doesn't press Taiyinzi about his hidden memories.
  • Luo Qiu, Maid Miss, and Reyaz: Reyaz is initially wary of Luo Qiu and Maid Miss but shares information about Lemuria due to Luo Qiu's questions.
  • Luo Qiu and Maid Miss: Work together to explore the underwater city, Maid Miss defers to Luo Qiu's decisions.

Ch. 1665Underwater City: An Eyewitness Account

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Reyaz leads Luo Qiu and the Maid Miss through Underwater City, sharing its history and current state.
  • They learn about the Lemurian civilization's past glory, their use of Magic Energy, and the ongoing conflict with the Sea Monster race.
  • Luo Qiu and the Maid Miss accompany Reyaz to his home, where they learn about his aspirations and the city's social structure.

Character Developments

  • Reyaz: Shows curiosity about the outside world and gratitude for Luo Qiu and the Maid Miss' help. He reveals his dream to become a Flying Disc mechanic and his participation in the upcoming competition.
  • Luo Qiu: Demonstrates an interest in understanding Underwater City's culture and technology. He also shows patience and understanding towards Reyaz.

Significant Themes

  • The contrast between the Lemurians' past glory and their current underwater existence.
  • The persistent conflict between the Lemurians and the Sea Monster race, with the white tower serving as a symbol of their power and protection.
  • The social welfare system in Underwater City, providing for its residents' needs but also limiting their freedom.

Character Interactions

  • Reyaz and Luo Qiu: Reyaz feels a sense of familiarity with Luo Qiu, treating him as a friend. Luo Qiu, in turn, shows interest in Reyaz's life and aspirations.
  • Luo Qiu and the Maid Miss: They work together to gather information about Underwater City, with the Maid Miss exploring Reyaz's home and Luo Qiu watching official broadcasts.
  • Miss Qin and the silver-robed girl: Miss Qin shows indifference towards the silver-robed girl, who serves as her escort and future wedding planner. Their interaction hints at Miss Qin's imprisonment and the upcoming wedding with the Emperor.

Ch. 1666Bird in a Cage

Key Plot Points and Events

  • The Underwater City is gloomy and lacks natural light, with few green spaces.
  • Miss Qin, the intended bride of Louis XXXIX, is held captive in the Imperial Palace's greenhouse courtyard.
  • Miss Qin's cultivation is sealed by shackles, and her Green Lotus Sword Song is confiscated.
  • The All-Star Flying Top Competition is approaching, and Miss Qin expresses a desire to attend the opening ceremony.
  • Captain Justin of the Black Order arrives in the Underwater City, seeking the Emperor's help to restore order within the Black Order and maintain their alliance.
  • Reyaz and the Maid Miss explore magic energy circuits and Reyaz's discarded [Flying Top], "Asra."

Character Developments

  • Miss Qin: Struggles with her captivity and seeks opportunities to escape, showing determination and resourcefulness.
  • Louis XXXIX: Shows affection for Miss Qin, agrees to her attending the competition, and maintains his alliance with the Black Order.
  • Captain Justin: Manipulates the situation to his advantage, hiding the true state of the Black Order and seeking the Underwater City's magical energy brigade.
  • Reyaz: Struggles with his father's imprisonment and participates in the competition to earn contribution points for reducing his father's sentence. He also shares his knowledge of magic energy circuits with the Maid Miss.

Significant Themes

  • Captivity and the desire for freedom (Miss Qin's situation).
  • Manipulation and deception (Captain Justin's actions).
  • The struggle between personal goals and family responsibilities (Reyaz's situation).
  • The importance of foundation and basic knowledge (Maid Miss's interest in the common [Flying Top] model).

Character Interactions

  • Miss Qin and Liuge: Miss Qin tries to find an opportunity to escape, while Liuge remains vigilant and loyal to Louis XXXIX.
  • Louis XXXIX and Captain Justin: The Emperor agrees to help Captain Justin maintain order within the Black Order and restore their alliance.
  • Reyaz and the Maid Miss: Reyaz shares his knowledge of magic energy circuits and his [Flying Top] with the Maid Miss, who shows genuine interest in learning from him.

Ch. 1668Indifference Meant No One Would Feel Sorry for You

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Nero is moved to another cell by Long Yang Jun, who claims to have no right to release her.
  • Taiyinzi reveals that Nero has been imprisoned for 55,270,080 hours and 24 minutes, and that the Boss might have sent him to find her.
  • Taiyinzi and Nero devise a plan to capture and interrogate Transcendent organization investigators to complete their mission.
  • Nero tricks Taiyinzi into agreeing to help her with copying lines and taking punishments from Maid Miss.
  • Nero consumes something that causes her to swell up and spit out black smoke, then fall asleep.

Character Developments

  • Taiyinzi: Shows empathy and compassion towards Nero, offering to help and protect her. He also demonstrates strategic thinking in devising a plan to complete their mission.
  • Nero: Initially appears pitiful and vulnerable, but reveals herself to be cunning and manipulative. She uses her tears and story to trick Taiyinzi into helping her.
  • Long Yang Jun: Briefly appears, opening Nero's cell door and moving her to another cell, then leaving without explanation.
  • The [Fuxi Throne]: Allows Taiyinzi and Nero to be classified as outer members and agrees to help them if they make contributions. It also reveals that it cannot calculate the full danger of the Stone Door's world.

Significant Themes

  • Manipulation and deception: Nero uses her tears and story to manipulate Taiyinzi into helping her, while Taiyinzi uses his strategic thinking to manipulate the situation to their advantage.
  • Trust and betrayal: Taiyinzi initially trusts Nero, but feels betrayed when he realizes she tricked him. Nero, on the other hand, seems to trust no one and is willing to use anyone to achieve her goals.
  • Power dynamics: The relationship between Taiyinzi and Nero, as well as between Taiyinzi and Maid Miss, reflects the power dynamics between them. Nero's manipulation of Taiyinzi highlights her desire for power and control.

Character Interactions

  • Taiyinzi and Nero: Taiyinzi shows empathy and compassion towards Nero, while Nero manipulates Taiyinzi into helping her. Their interaction highlights the power dynamic between them, with Nero initially appearing weak and vulnerable but ultimately revealing herself to be cunning and manipulative.
  • Taiyinzi and Long Yang Jun: Long Yang Jun's brief appearance and interaction with Taiyinzi is unclear, but it seems he has some connection to Master Musashi and the Eternal Night Palace.
  • The [Fuxi Throne] and Master Musashi: The [Fuxi Throne] gives Master Musashi instructions regarding Taiyinzi and Nero, as well as regarding the Stone Door and the newcomer introduced by Da Zhe. Their interaction is formal and respectful, with the [Fuxi Throne] holding a position of authority over Master Musashi.

Ch. 1669The Instinct That Could Not Be Erased

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Reyaz asks Luo Qiu and Youya for help in the Flying Disc competition.
  • Reyaz visits a shady house on East 13th Street, led by Mr. Wolf, where he finds a hidden underground establishment with young people in revealing clothing and adults wearing masks.
  • Reyaz sees people entering sealed rooms with the young people.

Character Developments

  • Reyaz: Struggles with his desire to help his parents and the reality of his situation. He's willing to make sacrifices but is also naive and inexperienced.
  • Luo Qiu: Remains calm and collected, advising Reyaz not to make promises he can't keep and to consider the consequences of his actions.
  • Mr. Wolf: Acts as a broker, taking Reyaz to the underground establishment. He's familiar with the place and its rules.
  • Nineteen: A retired Magic Warrior who runs the underground establishment. He's stern and intimidating.

Significant Themes

  • The consequences of one's actions and the importance of careful consideration before making promises.
  • The struggle between one's desires and reality.
  • The exploitation of young people in the underground establishment.

Character Interactions

  • Reyaz and Luo Qiu: Reyaz asks Luo Qiu for help, but Luo Qiu advises him to think carefully about his decisions.
  • Reyaz and Mr. Wolf: Mr. Wolf takes Reyaz to the underground establishment, explaining the rules and what Reyaz might have to do.
  • Reyaz and Nineteen: Nineteen leads Reyaz and Mr. Wolf into the underground establishment, warning Reyaz not to speak or disturb the guests.

Ch. 1670What Makes a Home

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Reyaz meets the owner of "Happy Domain," a club selling happiness.
  • Reyaz wakes up in a garbage dump and witnesses a fire at the residence leading to "Happy Domain."
  • Military Police are present at the fire scene, causing Reyaz to fear for his life and run home.
  • Reyaz returns to his childhood home, watches a message from his mother, and then goes back to his apartment.
  • Reyaz decides to participate in the "All-Star" competition and finds food left for him, which makes him emotional.

Character Developments

  • Reyaz: Experiences fear and anxiety, leading him to seek comfort in familiar places (home and apartment). He also reaffirms his decision to participate in the competition.
  • Reyaz's Mother: Showed concern for Reyaz and reassured him about their father's situation, displaying her maternal love and resilience.

Significant Themes

  • Home and Belonging: Reyaz's journey takes him to various places, but he finds solace and a sense of belonging in his childhood home and his apartment, where his "big brother and sister" live.
  • Fear and Anxiety: Reyaz experiences intense fear, leading him to run home and seek comfort in familiar surroundings.
  • Resilience: Despite the challenges and fears he faces, Reyaz remains determined to participate in the competition.

Character Interactions

  • Reyaz interacts with the owner of "Happy Domain," although the conversation is not detailed in this chapter.
  • Reyaz encounters a night street cleaner who tries to help him but is pushed away due to Reyaz's fear.
  • Reyaz's interaction with his mother is through a recorded message, where she expresses her love and concern for him.
  • Reyaz's "big brother and sister" are mentioned but not present in this chapter. Their presence is implied to be comforting and supportive, as Reyaz finds food left for him.

Ch. 1671The Relatively Ideal Nation

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Reyaz searches for news about the house fire but finds none, suggesting a cover-up.
  • Boss Luo and Maid Miss offer to be Reyaz's supporters for the Flying Disc competition.
  • Luo Qiu meets the ice cream cart owner, who reveals insights about Underwater City's regulated economy and society.

Character Developments

  • Reyaz becomes more determined to participate in the Flying Disc competition after Boss Luo and Maid Miss offer their support.
  • Luo Qiu shows curiosity and interest in understanding the societal structure of Underwater City.

Significant Themes

  • Utopia vs Reality: Underwater City appears utopian on the surface, but underlying issues and regulations hint at deeper problems.
  • Control vs Freedom: The regulated economy and society suggest a degree of control, while the ice cream cart owner's independent actions hint at personal freedom.
  • Happiness and Disappointment: The ice cream cart owner's actions bring happiness to some children but disappointment to others, raising questions about the distribution of resources and happiness in society.

Character Interactions

  • Reyaz interacts with Boss Luo and Maid Miss, leading to their agreement to support him in the competition.
  • Luo Qiu interacts with the ice cream cart owner, discussing the city's economy and society, and the owner's motivations for selling ice cream.

Ch. 1672Everyone was waiting for tomorrow

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Reyaz is asleep after working on his Flying Disc, and Boss Luo and Maid Miss have dinner together.
  • They discuss Magic Energy technology, the Underwater City's social structure, and the upcoming Flying Disc competition.
  • A paper crane sent by Maid Miss returns with footage of the 'Happy Realm' and a bloody Flying Disc competition.
  • In the Underwater City's palace, Liuge, the Emperor's daughter, is searching for someone mentioned by her father.
  • Captain Justin and his subordinates plan to steal the Underwater City's magic energy technology during the competition.
  • Levi and Nineteen prepare to cause chaos at the competition, while Reyaz encounters his arrogant classmate, Keduojin.

Character Developments

  • Reyaz is focused on the upcoming competition and shows no signs of his previous emotional turmoil.
  • Maid Miss displays her perfectionism, wanting her built Flying Disc to perform well.
  • Liuge shows calm and indifference, issuing orders to find the person her father mentioned.
  • Captain Justin and his subordinates are determined to steal the Underwater City's technology.
  • Levi is casual and carefree, looking forward to causing chaos at the competition.

Significant Themes

  • Suppression and release of desires and inherent nature (as seen in the Underwater City's residents and the 'Happy Realm').
  • The consequences of artificial constraints on human nature.
  • The pursuit of perfection and excellence (shown by Maid Miss and possibly Reyaz).

Character Interactions

  • Boss Luo and Maid Miss have a calm and intellectual dinner conversation, discussing various topics.
  • Reyaz and Keduojin have a tense interaction, with Keduojin being arrogant and boastful.
  • Liuge gives orders to her subordinates, showing her authority and indifference.
  • Levi and Nineteen work together to cause chaos, with Levi being casual and Nineteen focused on maintaining his artificial eye.
  • Captain Justin and his subordinates work together to plan their heist, showing determination and camaraderie.

Ch. 1673Only One One-Armed Hero Riding a Giant Eagle Is Missing

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Reyaz and Keduojin's Flying Disc competition is about to start. Keduojin's disc is heavily armed and aggressive, contrasting with Reyaz's.
  • Keduojin offers Reyaz a position in his team, but Reyaz declines, wanting to achieve his goals through his own efforts.
  • The Underwater City's Emperor arrives at the competition venue, accompanied by Miss Qin and the maiden Liuge.
  • Miss Qin notices Reyaz on a light screen and seems surprised and upset.

Character Developments

  • Reyaz shows determination and independence by refusing Keduojin's offer, wanting to prove himself.
  • Keduojin reveals his arrogant and entitled nature, showing off his wealth and power.
  • Miss Qin, despite her calm demeanor, shows emotion when she sees Reyaz, hinting at a past connection or interest.

Significant Themes

  • The power of wealth and influence, as seen through Keduojin's actions and the Underwater City's Emperor.
  • The struggle between independence and dependence, as Reyaz chooses to rely on his own efforts rather than Keduojin's help.
  • The unexpected connections and revelations that can occur in seemingly ordinary situations, as Miss Qin discovers Reyaz's presence.

Character Interactions

  • Reyaz and Keduojin's interaction highlights their differing views on success and achievement.
  • Miss Qin's reaction to Reyaz suggests a past or current connection between them, adding intrigue to their relationship.
  • Boss Luo and Maid Miss's conversation hints at their knowledge of Miss Qin's situation and their interest in the unfolding events.

Ch. 1674Prideful Men

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Qin Chuyu attempts to contact the mysterious shop but fails, leading her to believe she's in a dire situation.
  • Qin Chuyu manipulates Emperor Louis XXXIX into participating in the competition by offering to fall in love with the champion and become his queen.
  • Louis XXXIX agrees and announces his participation, causing a sensation in the Underwater City.
  • Captain Justin's group infiltrates the Magic Energy Research Institute but is discovered and confronted by the Military Police.
  • Captain Justin's group uses ultraviolet weapons to temporarily disable the Military Police but retreats when more arrive.

Character Developments

  • Qin Chuyu shows cunning and manipulation, using her situation to control Louis XXXIX.
  • Louis XXXIX demonstrates pride and confidence, agreeing to Qin Chuyu's terms and participating in the competition.
  • Captain Justin shows strategic thinking and resourcefulness, using his group's weakness against the Underwater City people to gain an advantage.

Significant Themes

  • Manipulation and control: Qin Chuyu manipulates Louis XXXIX, and Captain Justin attempts to control the situation in the Underwater City.
  • Power dynamics: The relationship between Qin Chuyu and Louis XXXIX, as well as between Captain Justin's group and the Underwater City, highlights the power dynamics at play.

Character Interactions

  • Qin Chuyu interacts with Louis XXXIX, manipulating him into participating in the competition.
  • Captain Justin interacts with his group, strategizing and commanding them during the infiltration of the Magic Energy Research Institute.
  • Reyaz interacts with Boss Luo, expressing his admiration for Emperor Louis XXXIX and receiving a mysterious chip from the Maid Miss.

Ch. 1675Dive, Ducks!

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Captain Justin and his Black Order group are trapped and suppressed by the Military Police in Underwater City's First Institute.
  • Justin, unwilling to surrender, plans to negotiate with Emperor Louis XXXIX, but betrays his subordinates by unleashing a monstrous creature that devours them.
  • The Military Police, unaware of Justin's transformation, seal off the area but continue searching for intruders.
  • In Underwater City Prison's lowest level, criminals and Sea Monster Clan members fight over food, supervised by Warden Benjamin.
  • Lady Liuge appears, revealing she's waiting for Longgang of the Destiny organization. She orders Warden Benjamin to join the prisoners, and he falls to his death.

Character Developments

  • Captain Justin shows his ruthlessness and cunning, betraying his subordinates to save himself.
  • Warden Benjamin is revealed to be cruel and sadistic, enjoying the suffering of the prisoners. His power is stripped away by Lady Liuge.
  • Lady Liuge demonstrates her authority and indifference to life, casually ordering Benjamin's death.

Significant Themes

  • Betrayal and ruthlessness in pursuit of power (Captain Justin)
  • Cruelty and sadism in positions of power (Warden Benjamin)
  • Indifference to life and suffering (Lady Liuge)

Character Interactions

  • Captain Justin betrays his subordinates, showing no remorse.
  • Warden Benjamin interacts with the prisoners, enjoying their suffering.
  • Lady Liuge interacts with Warden Benjamin, ordering his death without hesitation.

Ch. 1676The Facets of Civilization

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Warden Benjamin accidentally falls into the mine, causing a panic and chaos among the guards.
  • Dr. Yoash, a prisoner, is rescued by Longgang, a member of the Destiny organization, through a secret passage.
  • Longgang's rescue plan is disrupted by Liuge, the Silver Moon Witch, who captures Longgang and leaves Dr. Yoash unharmed.
  • In the Flying Disc competition, Reyaz starts his race with His Majesty the Emperor. A public execution is announced as a reward for the first contestant to reach the summit.

Character Developments

  • Dr. Yoash: Rescued from the mine, he is willing to cooperate with Longgang to reveal information about the Sixth Institute in exchange for seeing his wife, Kaiya.
  • Longgang: Captured by Liuge, his rescue plan fails, and he is left unconscious.
  • Reyaz: Participates in the Flying Disc competition, aiming to reach the finals. He is nervous but determined.

Significant Themes

  • The struggle for freedom and escape from oppression is a central theme, as seen in Dr. Yoash's rescue and Longgang's capture.
  • The public execution announced during the competition highlights the kingdom's use of spectacle and punishment to maintain control.

Character Interactions

  • Dr. Yoash and Longgang: They form a temporary alliance, with Longgang rescuing Dr. Yoash and Dr. Yoash agreeing to share information about the Sixth Institute.
  • Reyaz and His Majesty the Emperor: They start the race together, with the Emperor offering encouragement to Reyaz.
  • Liuge and Longgang: Liuge captures Longgang, disrupting his rescue plan and leaving Dr. Yoash behind.

Ch. 1677Frenzy

Key Plot Points and Events

  • A man, a mixed-blood of an Underwater City resident and a Sea Monster, is to be publicly executed in a race.
  • The race, the [All-Star] Flying Disc Grand Prix, is filled with brutality and bloodshed, shocking Reyaz.
  • Reyaz tries to save an injured contestant but fails, leading to the contestant's death.
  • His Majesty the Emperor, Louis XXXIX, appears and destroys the contestant's [Flying Disc], refusing to help save him.
  • Louis XXXIX leaves Reyaz, telling him to catch up if he wants to reach the finish line and become the executioner.

Character Developments

  • Reyaz: Becomes more empathetic and horrified by the brutal nature of the race, questioning the values of Underwater City.
  • Louis XXXIX: Shows his indifference to the suffering of others, prioritizing his own goals.

Significant Themes

  • Brutality and fanaticism in competition.
  • The moral decay of Underwater City's society.
  • The contrast between Reyaz's empathy and Louis XXXIX's indifference.

Character Interactions

  • Reyaz and Louis XXXIX: Reyaz's attempts to save a contestant are met with indifference from Louis XXXIX, highlighting their differing values.
  • Reyaz and the injured contestant: Reyaz's futile efforts to save the contestant show his empathy and desperation in the face of the race's brutality.
  • Reyaz and the Underwater City residents: Reyaz's actions contrast with the cheering crowd, emphasizing the moral divide between him and the rest of the city.

Ch. 1678Parents and Children

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Kaiya, undercover as a Destiny agent, reunites with her husband Yoash, who reveals he knows about her true identity and the Underwater City's secrets.
  • Yoash, seemingly controlled by the Silver Moon Witch, attacks Kaiya and is later killed by the Military Police.
  • Reyaz, after a conversation with Boss Luo, realizes that the Underwater City's residents are being influenced by a giant sphere in the sky, absorbing their negative emotions.

Character Developments

  • Kaiya: Reveals her true identity to Yoash, leading to a confrontation and his eventual death.
  • Yoash: Struggles with Kaiya's deception, becomes violent under the Witch's control, and is later killed.
  • Reyaz: Realizes the true nature of the Underwater City's competition and the influence of the giant sphere on the residents.

Significant Themes

  • Deception and truth: Kaiya's undercover work and Yoash's discovery of her true identity.
  • Manipulation and control: The Silver Moon Witch's influence over Yoash and the Underwater City's residents.
  • Self-discovery: Reyaz's realization of the competition's true nature and the city's influence.

Character Interactions

  • Kaiya and Yoash: Their reunion turns hostile as Yoash confronts Kaiya about her true identity and the Underwater City's secrets.
  • Reyaz and Boss Luo: Reyaz's conversation with Boss Luo helps him understand the true nature of the Underwater City's competition and the influence of the giant sphere.

Ch. 1679Asra, the White Qilin

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Captain Justin, believed to be dead, is revealed to be a demon from the Non-human Realm who can shapeshift. He infiltrates a secret research institute beneath the First Institute.
  • Reyaz, on the Flying Disc track, resists the crowd's influence and decides to destroy the black sphere in the sky.
  • Reyaz's Flying Disc, Asra, transforms into a beast-like form, dubbed Asra White Qilin, after Reyaz inserts a crystal given by the older sister.

Character Developments

  • Captain Justin: Revealed to be a demon, not human. His true form is a mass of sludge. He becomes grim and determined after realizing he's been outmaneuvered by Louis XXXIX.
  • Reyaz: Shows resilience and determination in resisting the crowd's influence. He decides to destroy the black sphere, displaying an instinctual enmity towards it. After Asra's transformation, Reyaz names it Asra White Qilin.

Significant Themes

  • The struggle against external influence and manipulation (Reyaz vs. the crowd, Captain Justin vs. Louis XXXIX).
  • The power of transformation and adaptation (Asra's transformation, Captain Justin's shapeshifting ability).
  • The theme of hidden identities and secrets (Captain Justin's true form, the secret research institute).

Character Interactions

  • Captain Justin eavesdrops on researchers, learning about a powerful weapon they're studying.
  • Reyaz interacts with the crowd and the host, resisting their influence.
  • Reyaz and Asra White Qilin connect, with Reyaz naming the transformed Flying Disc.

Ch. 1680High Point

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Reyaz, piloting the Asra White Qilin, rapidly climbs the rankings, surpassing other competitors with unprecedented speed.
  • His Majesty the Emperor, Louis XXXIX, enters the race and begins to challenge Reyaz.
  • The Destiny organization attempts to rescue Longgang, but their efforts are thwarted by the young woman Liuge.
  • Liuge encounters Boss Luo and the Maid Miss on the ascending platform and engages in a polite conversation, warning them about the Underwater City's dangers.
  • Reyaz stops beside the wreckage of the Golden Giant Beast to speak with Keduojin before continuing his ascent.

Character Developments

  • Reyaz demonstrates exceptional skill and determination in the race, catching up to His Majesty the Emperor.
  • Keduojin, despite his initial arrogance, is left injured and defeated by Reyaz, experiencing a change in his attitude.
  • Liuge, the young woman serving His Majesty the Emperor, reveals her ability to see into people's minds and her knowledge of the Underwater City's rules.
  • Boss Luo maintains his enigmatic demeanor, providing vague answers to Liuge's questions and expressing curiosity about the black sphere in the sky.

Significant Themes

  • The theme of curiosity and its driving force in guiding actions and decisions is emphasized through Liuge's character.
  • The power dynamics and political intrigue within the Underwater City are hinted at through Liuge's warnings to Boss Luo and the Maid Miss.
  • The concept of deception and the difficulty of believing others' intentions is explored through Boss Luo's conversation with Liuge.

Character Interactions

  • Reyaz and Keduojin have a brief interaction where Reyaz challenges Keduojin to a proper race in the future.
  • Liuge and Boss Luo engage in a polite yet guarded conversation, with Liuge warning Boss Luo about the Underwater City's dangers and Boss Luo providing vague answers to her questions.
  • The Destiny organization's members attempt to interact with Liuge, but their efforts are thwarted, leading to no direct interaction between them.
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