Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Qin Fengming uses the Azure Frost Sword Art to clear a path through the demon beast horde.
• Ying Yi appears and uses a bamboo leaf item to create a barrier, enveloping Qin Fengming and herself, making them temporarily undetectable to the beasts.
• They navigate through the beast horde using the bamboo leaf's ability to mask their aura and prevent attacks.
• They witness a conflict between cultivators from Tianji Land and the beast horde, with Qin Fengming deciding to investigate.

Character Developments

• Qin Fengming demonstrates his powerful sword technique and quick decision-making.
• Ying Yi shows her ability to control powerful items, revealing her growth and adaptability.
• Qin Fengming's curiosity and eagerness to help cultivators from Tianji Land are highlighted.

Significant Themes

• The power of unique items and their control by cultivators.
• The ability of cultivators to adapt to unexpected situations.
• The theme of curiosity and exploration.

Character Interactions

• Qin Fengming and Ying Yi's close contact due to the bamboo leaf's effect sparks a moment of confusion and curiosity in both.
• Qin Fengming's quick response to Ying Yi's state helps her regain composure.
• Qin Fengming and Ying Yi work together to navigate the beast horde, showcasing their ability to cooperate under pressure.
• Qin Fengming's voice reassures Fairy Hua, indicating a prior relationship or familiarity.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Qin Fengming uses his Profound Micro Pure Radiance Sword's soul strike technique, creating a powerful attack that temporarily freezes the ferocious beast horde.
• Two Ao Beast cultivators, Rong Hai and Rong Lu, break through Qin Fengming's attack and challenge him.
• Qin Fengming surprises everyone by defeating the two powerful Ao Beast cultivators using only his physical body.

Character Developments

• Qin Fengming demonstrates his powerful sword technique and exceptional physical prowess.
• Rong Hai and Rong Lu, while formidable, are ultimately defeated by Qin Fengming, revealing a gap in their abilities.

Significant Themes

• The power of soul pressure and aura in combat.
• The importance of physical prowess and versatility in battle.

Character Interactions

• Qin Fengming and the Rong brothers engage in a brief but intense battle, showcasing their unique fighting styles and abilities.
• A distant cultivator warns Qin Fengming about the Rong brothers, indicating a level of familiarity and respect for his abilities.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Qin Fengming, a cultivator from Tianji Land, defeats the Rong brothers, renowned for their physical strength, using only physical power.
• Qin Fengming uses the Rong brothers' royal aura to control the surrounding beasts, creating a path for the Tianji cultivators to retreat.
• Hua Huanfei, the Commander of Tianji Prefecture, leads her group out of Fengze City, relying on a mysterious ability to disorient the beasts.
• Qin Fengming heals the Rong brothers and sends them back to the Aoteng forces.

Character Developments

• Qin Fengming demonstrates his extraordinary abilities, controlling beasts and healing injuries.
• Hua Huanfei shows her strategic prowess and a mysterious ability to disorient beasts.
• The Rong brothers, despite their defeat, maintain their pride and follow Qin Fengming's instructions.

Significant Themes

• The power of unity and cooperation among cultivators.
• The use of unique abilities to overcome numerical disadvantages.
• The importance of strategic thinking in battle.

Character Interactions

• Qin Fengming and Hua Huanfei: They show mutual respect and understanding, with Qin Fengming trusting Hua Huanfei's judgment and Hua Huanfei being curious about Qin Fengming's abilities.
• Qin Fengming and the Rong brothers: Qin Fengming shows mercy and understanding towards the Rong brothers, while they maintain their dignity and follow his instructions.
• Aoteng cultivators and the beast horde: The Aoteng cultivators struggle to control the beast horde, highlighting the challenge of managing large-scale beast attacks.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Hua Huanfei, Qin Fengming, and Ying Yi successfully teleport back to Fengze City using a directional teleportation talisman.
• They are greeted by local cultivators who risked their lives to welcome them.
• The City Lord of Fengze City, Gu Shang, and his men confront the group, recognizing Ying Yi as a巡察使 (Inspector) of Youfu Palace due to her possession of the Youfu Token.

Character Developments

• Qin Fengming demonstrates his strategic thinking and meticulous nature, as noted by Fairy Ying Yi.
• Hua Huanfei shows gratitude and concern for her subordinates.
• Gu Shang reveals his initially hostile nature but quickly submits to Ying Yi upon recognizing her authority.

Significant Themes

• Power Dynamics: The Youfu Token represents authority, causing Gu Shang to immediately submit to Ying Yi.
• Respect and Gratitude: Hua Huanfei expresses gratitude towards her subordinates, highlighting the importance of mutual respect in their relationship.

Character Interactions

• Hua Huanfei and Qin Fengming: They share a brief conversation about Gu Shang's relation to the commander they encountered at Desert Sand Snow Peak.
• Ying Yi and Gu Shang: Ying Yi's calm demeanor and presentation of the Youfu Token cause Gu Shang to immediately submit, demonstrating her authority and his respect for it.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Fairy Ying Yi presents a Youfu Token, representing Youfu Palace, to Gu Shang, the City Lord of Fengze City.
• Qin Fengming offers a deal to Gu Shang: three bottles of Five-Ginseng Hundred-Flower Paste in exchange for the locations of five well-hidden teleportation arrays leading to Tianji Land.
• An Ao Beast Vine Demon attack on Fengze City occurs while Qin Fengming, Fairy Ying Yi, and Hua Huanfei are discussing their departure.

Character Developments

• Gu Shang: Initially skeptical of Fairy Ying Yi's Youfu Token, he becomes cooperative after Qin Fengming's offer.
• Qin Fengming: Demonstrates his confidence and resourcefulness by negotiating with Gu Shang and expressing his ability to handle demon beasts.
• Fairy Ying Yi: Shows surprise and concern when Qin Fengming reveals his plan to leave Fengze City without using the teleportation array.
• Hua Huanfei: Expresses curiosity about Qin Fengming and Fairy Ying Yi's journey through the Ao Beast Vine Demon hordes and worry about their upcoming departure.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and respect for authority (Youfu Token, Gu Shang's change in attitude)
• Resourcefulness and confidence in one's abilities (Qin Fengming's negotiation, his plan to leave Fengze City)
• Risk and danger (Ao Beast Vine Demon attack on Fengze City)

Character Interactions

• Qin Fengming and Gu Shang: Qin Fengming's offer tempts Gu Shang, leading to a mutually beneficial agreement.
• Qin Fengming, Fairy Ying Yi, and Hua Huanfei: They discuss their departure from Fengze City, with Hua Huanfei expressing concern about the risks involved.
• Qin Fengming and Fairy Ying Yi: Qin Fengming's confidence in his ability to protect them both is evident in his plan to leave without using the teleportation array.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ao Beast Vine Demons attack Fengze City, triggered by Qin Fengming and Fairy Ying Yi's arrival.
• Cultivators in Fengze City, all in the Integration Realm or above, swiftly gather and defend the city.
• Qin Fengming, Hua Huanfei, and Fairy Ying Yi go to the city walls to observe the battle.

Character Developments

• Qin Fengming remains calm and composed in the face of the Ao Beast Vine Demon attack.
• Fairy Ying Yi shows eagerness to witness the attack, revealing her curiosity and excitement.

Significant Themes

• The Aoteng calamity and the response of Tianji Land's cultivators.
• The power and ferocity of the Ao Beast Vine Demons.
• The strategic importance of Fengze City and its defenses.

Character Interactions

• Qin Fengming and Fairy Ying Yi interact with Hua Huanfei, who serves as their guide and explains the situation.
• Cultivators in Fengze City show no fear or panic, revealing their discipline and training.
• Qin Fengming and Fairy Ying Yi are met with mocking snorts from some cultivators in the Assembly Hall, indicating their skepticism about the duo's abilities.

In "Leaving The City," Qin Fengming discovers the true nature of the magic array protecting Fengze City and witnesses the intense battle between cultivators and Ao Beast Vine Demons. He learns that the array is composed of many smaller arrays, each with its own function, including preventing cultivators who drip vital blood from being repelled and surveilling them. The cultivators use a unique spell to incinerate demon beast corpses, leaving behind demon cores. Qin Fengming decides to leave Fengze City, facing the beast horde outside, despite the protests of the city's cultivators. He is accompanied by Fairy Ying Yi and Hua Huanfei.

Plot Points & Events

• A massive horde of demon beasts, led by Profound Tier Vine Demons, attacks Fengze City.
• Qin Fengming, without using any apparent abilities, causes the Vine Demons to retreat, revealing a hidden poison in the demon beast corpses.
• An Ao Teng cultivator challenges Qin Fengming to a duel, promising to stop the attack on the city if Qin wins.
• Qin Fengming accepts the challenge and enters the beast horde, creating a path without resistance.
• He meets the Ao Teng cultivator, a young man with a strange demeanor, in a valley.

Character Developments

• Qin Fengming demonstrates his prowess, intimidating the demon beasts and the cultivators from Fengze City.
• The Ao Teng cultivator reveals his disdain for the Rong brothers, hinting at a higher status within the Ao Beast clan.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics between cultivators and demon beasts.
• The importance of reputation and fear in cultivator society.

Character Interactions

• Qin Fengming provokes the cultivators of Fengze City, challenging them to accompany him.
• The Ao Teng cultivator mocks Qin Fengming and the Rong brothers, revealing his disrespect for them.
• Qin Fengming asks the Ao Teng cultivator for his name, showing respect for his opponent while also gathering information.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Qin Fengming faces a young man from the Ao Beast tribe, who uses an illusionary magic array to trap Qin Fengming.
• The young man aims to deplete Qin Fengming's soul energy by keeping him in the illusion, making him unable to use Soul Stones for replenishment.
• Qin Fengming, undeterred, decides to sit still and conserve energy rather than attempting to break the array.

Character Developments

• Qin Fengming demonstrates his calm and strategic thinking under pressure, choosing to conserve energy instead of recklessly trying to break the array.
• The young man from the Ao Beast tribe shows his cunning and confidence in his ability to deplete Qin Fengming's soul energy.

Significant Themes

• The power of illusions and the mind in combat.
• Strategic thinking and patience in the face of adversity.
• The limitations of one's abilities and the need for adaptability.

Character Interactions

• Qin Fengming and the young man from the Ao Beast tribe engage in a battle of wits, with the young man trying to outmaneuver Qin Fengming, and Qin Fengming choosing to conserve energy and wait.
• Fairy Ying Yi and Hua Huanfei discuss Qin Fengming's situation, with Ying Yi expressing confidence in Qin Fengming's abilities, and Hua Huanfei initially expressing concern.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A young cultivator from the Illusionary Wonderful Snow Mastiff tribe appears, teasing Hua Huanfei and Ying Yi.
• He reveals that Qin Fengming is trapped in the 'Sorrowful Silkworm Soul Array', a powerful formation from his tribe.
• Hua Huanfei recognizes the formation and expresses fear, revealing a rumor about its power.
• The young cultivator shares the origin story of the formation, involving two Mahayana cultivators who fell in love while trapped together.

Character Developments

• The young cultivator displays arrogance, cunning, and a peculiar fascination with the formation's origin story.
• Hua Huanfei shows concern for Qin Fengming and fear of the formation's power.
• Ying Yi demonstrates curiosity and a desire to learn more about the formation.

Significant Themes

• The power and danger of ancient formations.
• The theme of love and relationships, even in the face of adversity and danger.
• The impact of heavenly tribulations on cultivators.

Character Interactions

• The young cultivator teases Hua Huanfei and Ying Yi, showing arrogance and disrespect.
• Hua Huanfei and Ying Yi initially show anger but later listen to the young cultivator's story, demonstrating curiosity and a willingness to learn.
• The young cultivator shares the formation's origin story with Hua Huanfei and Ying Yi, showing a peculiar connection to the tale.

• Key Plot Points: A young cultivator from the Illusionary Wonderful Snow Mastiff clan tells a poignant love story of two Mahayana cultivators who sacrificed themselves for each other. This story captivates Hua Huanfei and Fairy Ying Yi, leading to a temporary truce.
• Character Developments: The young cultivator's voice changes from hoarse to soft and clear while narrating the story, indicating his emotional investment. Hua Huanfei and Fairy Ying Yi are moved by the story and show no hostility.
• Significant Themes: The theme of selfless love and sacrifice is emphasized through the story of the two Mahayana cultivators. The power of storytelling to connect and move people is also highlighted.
• Character Interactions: The young cultivator's story creates a bond between him and the two women, leading to a moment of peace. However, the truce is short-lived as Fairy Ying Yi prepares to attack again, encouraged by Qin Fengming's sound transmission.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The young cultivator, Qin Fengming, escapes the 'Sorrowful Silkworm Soul Array' using an unknown method.
• He faces off against another young cultivator, who uses an 'Ice Snow Demon Seal' divine ability, summoning an Ao Beast to attack Qin Fengming.
• Qin Fengming uses the 'Shadow Clone Technique' to evade the attack and counters with a surprise strike, revealing his opponent's location.
• The two engage in close-quarters combat, with Qin Fengming ultimately restraining his opponent in an awkward manner, exposing the latter's chest.

Character Developments

• Qin Fengming demonstrates exceptional combat skills, strategic thinking, and curiosity about his opponent's peculiarities.
• The young cultivator opposing Qin Fengming shows resilience and unique abilities, but is ultimately restrained in an embarrassing situation.

Significant Themes

• The chapter explores the themes of combat strategy, adaptability, and the unexpected consequences of actions.
• It also touches on the theme of embarrassment and awkwardness, as the chapter's title suggests.

Character Interactions

• Qin Fengming and the young cultivator engage in a tense and skillful battle, with neither gaining a clear advantage until Qin Fengming's final move.
• Ying Yi and Hua Huanfei, two female cultivators, watch the battle anxiously, unable to intervene due to the close-quarters nature of the combat.
• The interaction between Qin Fengming and the young cultivator turns awkward and embarrassing at the end, with the latter's chest exposed, much to the surprise and embarrassment of the onlookers.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Qin Fengming, a cultivator from the Demon Race, encounters a young cultivator disguised as a man, who turns out to be a beautiful woman.
• Qin Fengming attempts to capture the cultivator using his physical strength and Junyan's aura, but fails due to the cultivator's unique abilities.
• Qin Fengming eventually restrains the cultivator, only to realize she's a woman, causing him to hesitate.
• The cultivator is then pushed away by Ying Yi, revealing her true form and speaking provocatively.

Character Developments

• Qin Fengming: Initially confident in his strength, he becomes flustered and hesitant upon realizing the cultivator is a woman, showing a chivalrous side.
• The Female Cultivator: Reveals her true form and speaks boldly, displaying a confident and alluring demeanor.
• Ying Yi: Shows concern for Qin Fengming's safety and becomes angry at the female cultivator's provocation.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics between cultivators and the unexpected consequences of underestimating opponents.
• The impact of gender roles and societal expectations on cultivators' behavior and perceptions.

Character Interactions

• Qin Fengming and the Female Cultivator: Their interaction shifts from combat to a tense, charged moment when Qin Fengming realizes her gender, leading to a stalemate.
• Ying Yi and the Female Cultivator: Ying Yi becomes protective of Qin Fengming and expresses anger at the female cultivator's boldness.
• Qin Fengming and Ying Yi: Ying Yi shows concern for Qin Fengming's safety, positioning herself between him and the female cultivator.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A female cultivator from the Illusionary Wonderful Snow Mastiff tribe, who had been disguised as a male, reveals her true form and expresses interest in Qin Fengming.
• Qin Fengming, despite his initial intention to fight her, decides against it after subduing her and feeling a strange sensation.
• The female cultivator suggests they cease hostilities and make peace, but also makes provocative remarks about Qin Fengming's actions towards her.
• Qin Fengming expresses curiosity about why so many beautiful female cultivators have shown interest in him.

Character Developments

• The female cultivator from the Illusionary Wonderful Snow Mastiff tribe shows a bold and fiery personality, with a unique combination of elegance and provocation.
• Qin Fengming demonstrates restraint and respect towards women, influenced by his master's teachings, and feels curious about his interactions with various female cultivators.
• Ying Yi and Hua Huanfei react to the female cultivator's advances towards Qin Fengming, with Ying Yi showing bashfulness and Hua Huanfei expressing caution.

Significant Themes

• The theme of attraction and interest between cultivators, with the female cultivator openly expressing her feelings towards Qin Fengming.
• The influence of one's master and teachings on one's character and behavior, as seen in Qin Fengming's actions.
• The contrast between the female cultivator's bold words and her graceful demeanor, highlighting the complexity of her character.

Character Interactions

• The female cultivator from the Illusionary Wonderful Snow Mastiff tribe interacts provocatively with Qin Fengming, expressing her interest in him despite his reluctance.
• Ying Yi and Hua Huanfei react to the female cultivator's advances, with Ying Yi showing bashfulness and Hua Huanfei expressing caution and disapproval.
• Qin Fengming struggles to respond to the female cultivator's bold remarks, feeling curious about his interactions with various female cultivators.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Qin Fengming encounters Xiao Bing, a female cultivator from the Illusionary Wonderful Snow Mastiff clan.
• Xiao Bing reveals she knows Lan Ximeng, a cultivator from Tianji Land, who is close to Hua Huanfei.
• Xiao Bing agrees to travel with Qin Fengming, Hua Huanfei, and Ying Yi to Tianji Prefecture City to find Lan Ximeng.

Character Developments

• Xiao Bing: Initially flirtatious and wild, she becomes serious and determined when discussing Lan Ximeng, revealing her deep concern for their friend.
• Hua Huanfei: Shows indignation on behalf of Lan Ximeng, knowing about Xiao Bing's true identity and her relationship with Lan Ximeng.
• Ying Yi: Becomes upset and embarrassed when Xiao Bing teases her about her relationship with Qin Fengming.

Significant Themes

• Friendship and loyalty (between Hua Huanfei, Lan Ximeng, and Xiao Bing; and between Qin Fengming and Ying Yi)
• Deception and truth (Xiao Bing's true identity and her relationship with Lan Ximeng)
• The power dynamics and expectations of the immortal cultivation world (Xiao Bing's behavior and expectations, Qin Fengming's response)

Character Interactions

• Qin Fengming and Xiao Bing: Their interaction is tense initially, but Qin Fengming shows respect and understanding towards Xiao Bing's situation.
• Hua Huanfei and Xiao Bing: They share a connection through Lan Ximeng, leading to a mutual understanding and agreement to travel together.
• Ying Yi and Xiao Bing: Ying Yi is upset and embarrassed by Xiao Bing's teasing, while Qin Fengming supports Ying Yi against Xiao Bing's advances.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xiao Bing reveals she's not a pure Ao Beast clan cultivator, sparking curiosity and surprise.
• She shares her convoluted origins, involving a dangerous realm, an ancient cultivator's cave, and a black mist that altered her body and soul.
• Xiao Bing's physical body is flexible and houses an unidentifiable natal magic treasure.
• She can command Ao Beast Vine Demons due to her transcendent aura, which suppresses Aoteng physiques but not other demon races.
• Qin Fengming shares that the Sorrowful Silkworm Soul Array can be countered using heavenly tribulation lightning.

Character Developments

• Xiao Bing: Reveals her mysterious past and expresses fascination with Qin Fengming's ability to break her array.
• Qin Fengming: Demonstrates curiosity about Xiao Bing's origins and shares the method to counter her array.

Significant Themes

• The power of heavenly tribulation lightning as a counter to the Sorrowful Silkworm Soul Array.
• The mystery surrounding Xiao Bing's origins and her transcendent aura.

Character Interactions

• Xiao Bing and Qin Fengming: Engage in a private spiritual conversation, fostering a sense of intimacy and mutual curiosity.
• Ying Yi and Hua Huanfei: Remain silent observers, showing deference to Xiao Bing's wishes for privacy.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Qin Fengming uses heavenly tribulation lightning to break Xiao Bing's Sorrowful Silkworm Soul Array.
• Xiao Bing declares Qin Fengming responsible for her, but he declines and promises to protect her if she's in danger.
• Xiao Bing reveals that the Aoteng calamity is related to a mysterious beast roar and a major event in the Aoteng Realm.
• The group reaches the heart of Tianji Prefecture, where Qin Fengming senses a strong incantation.

Character Developments

• Qin Fengming: Demonstrates his power and restraint, making a serious promise to Xiao Bing.
• Xiao Bing: Shows determination and seriousness in her declaration, revealing crucial information about the Aoteng calamity.
• Hua Huanfei and Ying Yi: Both show understanding and acceptance of Qin Fengming's actions and words.

Significant Themes

• Power and its responsible use (Qin Fengming's restraint and promise to Xiao Bing).
• The unknown and its consequences (the mysterious beast roar and the impending major event in the Aoteng Realm).
• Determination and seriousness (Xiao Bing's declaration and Qin Fengming's response).

Character Interactions

• Qin Fengming and Xiao Bing: Their interaction is tense yet respectful, with Xiao Bing showing determination and Qin Fengming demonstrating understanding and responsibility.
• Qin Fengming and the group: They travel together, facing challenges and sharing information, with Qin Fengming at the center, making decisions and protecting the group.

Key Plot Points

• Qin Fengming's clone in Tianji Prefecture City is experiencing instability, hinting at potential danger.
• Xiao Bing reveals she can conceal her aura, allowing her to enter Tianji Prefecture City with Qin Fengming's group.
• Upon arrival, they encounter Luo Sheng, an illegitimate son of a Mahayana cultivator from Youfu Palace, who shows interest in Hua Huanfei and Xiao Bing.

Character Developments

• Xiao Bing shows her ability to conceal her aura, demonstrating she's not an ordinary Aoteng cultivator.
• Luo Sheng is introduced as a lecherous and powerful cultivator from Youfu Palace.

Significant Themes

• The power struggle in Tianji Prefecture City, now dominated by cultivators from Youfu Palace.
• The potential danger Qin Fengming's clone faces, foreshadowing upcoming challenges.

Character Interactions

• Qin Fengming, Hua Huanfei, Ying Yi, and Xiao Bing travel together, with Qin Fengming leading the group.
• Luo Sheng shows interest in Hua Huanfei and Xiao Bing, causing tension and potential conflict.

• Key Plot Points: Qin Fengming encounters Luo Sheng, a cultivator from Youfu Palace, who harasses Xiao Bing. Qin Fengming warns Luo Sheng, but he attacks first. Qin Fengming retaliates, triggering the city's restrictions with his voice. Luo Sheng responds with a wide-ranging needle blade attack, which Qin Fengming partially dodges. Hua Huanfei and another cultivator intervene, taking some damage.

Character Developments

• Qin Fengming: Shows restraint initially but acts decisively when provoked. His voice can trigger city restrictions and his physical prowess is formidable.
• Luo Sheng: Arrogant and lustful, he underestimates Qin Fengming and acts aggressively.
• Hua Huanfei: Protects Ying Yi and Xiao Bing with her divine ability.
• Significant Themes: Power dynamics, restraint vs. aggression, consequences of underestimating opponents.
• Character Interactions: Qin Fengming and Luo Sheng's confrontation escalates quickly. Hua Huanfei protects her companions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Four cultivators, including Zhong Miao, Wanyuan, and two Youfu Palace cultivators, arrive at Tianji Prefecture City.
• Qin Fengming defeats Luo Sheng in close combat, injuring him severely.
• The Youfu Token appears, ordering Qin Fengming's capture, but Ying Yi also presents a Youfu Token, protecting him.
• Qin Fengming demands to see the forbidden ground in the city, but Luo Sheng challenges him to a duel in three days, claiming he knows about the person trapped inside.

Character Developments

• Qin Fengming demonstrates his prowess in close combat, defeating Luo Sheng without using divine abilities or secret arts.
• Luo Sheng is humiliated and resents Qin Fengming, vowing to seek revenge.
• Zhong Miao is conflicted and hesitant, trying to navigate the situation carefully.
• Ying Yi unexpectedly supports Qin Fengming, presenting a Youfu Token to protect him.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and the influence of the Youfu Palace's authority.
• The consequences of underestimating one's opponent and the importance of adaptability in combat.
• The theme of revenge and the lengths people will go to for information or advantage.

Character Interactions

• Qin Fengming and Luo Sheng: A rivalry is established, with Luo Sheng seeking revenge after his humiliation.
• Qin Fengming and Zhong Miao: Tension exists between them, with Qin Fengming demanding immediate action while Zhong Miao is more cautious.
• Ying Yi and Qin Fengming: Ying Yi unexpectedly supports Qin Fengming, creating an alliance of sorts.
• Zhong Miao and Wanyuan: They work together, with Wanyuan providing information and Zhong Miao trying to navigate the situation.