Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• An Xinghe faces a choice between selfishness, normalcy, and sacrifice to save his companion, Lin Yan.
• He chooses sacrifice, leading to Lin Yan's successful completion of the instance and return to the resting space.
• An Xinghe asks Lilith about her connection to the Horror Game, causing her to panic and reveal she's not an original NPC but a higher-level existence.
• Lilith reveals the existence of seven fundamental deities in the Horror Game and that she's a succubus general under the Goddess of Death.
• An Xinghe learns about the eighth deity, Virtue, who is sealed in the instance, and asks Lilith to take him to see her.

Character Developments

• An Xinghe demonstrates selflessness and courage by choosing to sacrifice himself for Lin Yan.
• Lilith, initially portrayed as a seductive succubus, reveals her true identity and role within the Horror Game's hierarchy.
• An Xinghe's charm and persuasiveness are further emphasized as he manipulates Lilith into revealing information.

Significant Themes

• Sacrifice and selflessness vs. selfishness and personal gain.
• The power dynamics and hierarchy within the Horror Game's universe.
• The allure of beauty and charm as a tool for manipulation.

Character Interactions

• An Xinghe and Lilith's interaction shifts from playful flirtation to a power struggle, with An Xinghe using his charm and persuasiveness to extract information from Lilith.
• An Xinghe's bond with Lin Yan is strengthened as he chooses to sacrifice himself to ensure Lin Yan's safety.
• The relationship between the deities and their generals within the Horror Game is hinted at, with Lilith revealing her loyalty to the Goddess of Death.

Key Plot Points and Events

• An Xinghe reaches the top of the Black Tower and finds a black cocoon, which completes the Instance Extremely Evil Fairytale.
• The cocoon is revealed to be a Legendary item, the Cocoon of Death, sealing the Goddess of Virtue.
• An Xinghe uses a Fine-grade consumable, the White Jade Ringing Bell Hairpin, to destroy the cocoon and free the Goddess of Virtue.

Character Developments

• An Xinghe demonstrates his cunning and negotiation skills by demanding compensation from the Goddess of Virtue for his rescue efforts.
• The Goddess of Virtue shows initial reluctance to reward An Xinghe but eventually yields to his demands.

Significant Themes

• Greed and materialism, as An Xinghe prioritizes profit and compensation over gratitude.
• Power dynamics, as An Xinghe challenges the Goddess of Virtue's authority and expectations.

Character Interactions

• An Xinghe and the Goddess of Virtue engage in a tense negotiation, with An Xinghe initially demanding three Legendary Equipment and eventually settling for one Perfect-grade Equipment and one Perfect-grade Skill.
• The Goddess of Virtue is taken aback by An Xinghe's audacity and lack of respect, but ultimately succumbs to his demands.

Key Plot Points and Events

• An Xinghe is sent back to the rest space by the goddess without saying goodbye to Lilith.
• He receives S-rank rewards for the instance, including 12000 experience points and a Normal-grade Equipment Chest containing Black Gauntlets.
• He receives a friend request from Lin Yan, who invites him to join her guild.
• An Xinghe enters a new Instance, 'Campus Horror Legend', with a partner, Liu Qingmeng.

Character Developments

• An Xinghe remains calm and strategic, prioritizing leveling up and considering the benefits of joining a guild.
• Liu Qingmeng is initially competitive and proud but is disarmed by An Xinghe's smile.

Significant Themes

• The importance of leveling up in the Horror Game.
• The impact of appearance and charm on others (Liu Qingmeng's reaction to An Xinghe).

Character Interactions

• An Xinghe and Lin Yan discuss guilds and Instance rewards.
• An Xinghe and Liu Qingmeng briefly interact, with Liu Qingmeng blushing at An Xinghe's smile.

Key Plot Points and Events

• An Xinghe and Liu Qingmeng enter a school building to clear an instance.
• An Xinghe goes to the rooftop, where he encounters a female ghost who fell to her death due to her parents' disapproval of her relationship.
• The ghost asks An Xinghe if he still loves her despite her appearance, and he responds affirmatively, completing the instance.

Character Developments

• An Xinghe demonstrates his fearlessness and thick skin, remaining calm and composed even when facing a terrifying ghost.
• Liu Qingmeng shows surprise and admiration for An Xinghe's strength and speed in clearing instances.

Significant Themes

• The theme of love and its consequences is explored through the ghost's backstory and An Xinghe's response to her.
• The idea of facing one's fears is subtly touched upon, as An Xinghe admits to being afraid of heights despite his fearless demeanor.

Character Interactions

• An Xinghe and the female ghost interact, with the ghost expressing her anger and confusion, and An Xinghe responding with calm assurance.
• An Xinghe and Liu Qingmeng briefly interact, with Liu Qingmeng showing respect for An Xinghe's abilities.

Key Plot Points and Events

• An Xinghe discovers Duoshi Huali's diary, hinting at a possible quest.
• He encounters a blood fountain on the third floor, forcing him to the second floor.
• The dripping sound leads him to the second-floor restroom, where he finds a mirror that reflects a ghost.
• An Xinghe outsmarts the Mirror Ghost by exposing its lower limit, causing it to reveal its true form and attack him.

Character Developments

• An Xinghe demonstrates courage, quick thinking, and shamelessness in outwitting the Mirror Ghost.
• The Mirror Ghost is revealed to be a sneaky and cowardly entity, hiding in the mirror to attack unsuspecting victims.

Significant Themes

• The Horror Game's instances often involve supernatural elements and unexpected plot twists.
• An Xinghe's unconventional methods and fearlessness in the face of danger set him apart from other survivors.

Character Interactions

• An Xinghe interacts with the Mirror Ghost, initially through the mirror and then directly as it reveals its true form.
• The livestream chat reacts to An Xinghe's bold actions and the Mirror Ghost's frustration, expressing surprise and amusement.

Key Plot Points and Events

• An Xinghe battles a Mirror Ghost, which is invulnerable due to its reinforced mirror.
• An Xinghe uses a Taoist incantation, Buddhist sutra, and a hexagram to dispel the mirror's evil magic.
• He then uses his scissors to shatter the mirror, defeating the Mirror Ghost.
• An Xinghe finds a diary belonging to Duoshi Huali, revealing a murder committed by her in self-defense against her music teacher, Tanaka.

Character Developments

• An Xinghe demonstrates adaptability and resourcefulness, using his knowledge of various religions to counter the Mirror Ghost.
• The Mirror Ghost shows cowardice and regret, realizing too late the consequences of provoking An Xinghe.

Significant Themes

• The power of knowledge and adaptability in overcoming challenges.
• The consequences of underestimating one's opponent.

Character Interactions

• An Xinghe and the Mirror Ghost engage in a battle of wits, with An Xinghe ultimately outsmarting the ghost.
• An Xinghe's actions inspire Liu Qingmeng to work harder to surpass him in the quest.

Key Plot Points and Events

• An Xinghe finds Duoshi Huali's violin and diary in a classroom.
• He realizes Tanaka killed Duoshi Huali out of jealousy and understands the nursery rhyme's connection to Tanaka's ghost.
• An Xinghe enters the music classroom, where Tanaka's ghost appears and demands he listen to his violin performance.
• An Xinghe criticizes Tanaka's playing, retrieves cymbals, and plays traditional Chinese wedding music, defeating Tanaka.

Character Developments

• An Xinghe demonstrates courage and resourcefulness in facing Tanaka's ghost.
• Tanaka's ghost is revealed to be jealous and unable to accept criticism, leading to his defeat.

Significant Themes

• The power of music: An Xinghe uses music to defeat Tanaka, highlighting its ability to evoke emotions and influence spirits.
• The dangers of jealousy: Tanaka's jealousy leads him to harm others and ultimately causes his own downfall.

Character Interactions

• An Xinghe interacts with Tanaka's ghost, initially listening to his performance, then criticizing it, and finally playing music to defeat him.
• Livestream viewers interact with the story, commenting on An Xinghe's actions and Tanaka's reactions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• An Xinghe completes three tasks through a hidden quest, leaving Liu Qingmeng behind.
• An Xinghe witnesses a scene in the teachers' lounge involving Teacher O'hashi and a student named Otowa, where Otowa blackmails O'hashi.
• An Xinghe finds a key to Class 2-A and enters the classroom, triggering a change in the scene.

Character Developments

• An Xinghe demonstrates his high musical talent and continues to uncover clues, showing his determination and adaptability.
• Liu Qingmeng struggles to keep up with An Xinghe's progress, feeling embarrassed but determined to defeat at least one ghost.
• Teacher O'hashi shows weakness in the face of Otowa's advances, highlighting his vulnerability and lack of moral fortitude.
• Otowa displays manipulative behavior, using her charm and a recording to blackmail O'hashi.

Significant Themes

• The theme of appearance versus reality is emphasized, as An Xinghe misunderstands the clothing situation of Neon teachers and Otowa's true intentions.
• The power dynamics between students and teachers are explored through Otowa's manipulation of O'hashi.
• The struggle to keep up with expectations is shown through Liu Qingmeng's determination to defeat a ghost despite An Xinghe's rapid progress.

Character Interactions

• An Xinghe and Liu Qingmeng have an indirect interaction through their task progress, with Liu Qingmeng feeling pressured by An Xinghe's speed.
• Teacher O'hashi and Otowa have a manipulative interaction, with Otowa using her charm and a recording to blackmail O'hashi into changing her grade.
• An Xinghe's viewers in the Livestream Room interact with him through comments, expressing their amusement, exasperation, and support.

Key Plot Points and Events

• An Xinghe recognizes Otowa and a man named Kato.
• Otowa manipulates Kato into buying her lipstick, suggesting she'll use it with him if he does.
• An Xinghe finds a newspaper reporting Otowa's death and a diary hinting at her ghost haunting an abandoned club activity room.
• An Xinghe enters the haunted room and encounters Otowa's ghost, who has a head composed of eyeballs and hair like a rainforest.

Character Developments

• Otowa: Manipulative and seductive when alive; after death, she becomes a vengeful ghost seeking companionship.
• Kato: Easily manipulated by Otowa, willing to go to extreme lengths to please her.
• An Xinghe: Shows courage and resourcefulness in the face of the ghost, using the System's hints to his advantage.

Significant Themes

• Manipulation and its consequences (Otowa manipulating Kato, leading to his potential downfall).
• The dangers of giving in to temptation (Kato's willingness to do anything for Otowa).
• The power of words and flattery (An Xinghe's attempt to pacify the ghost with praise).

Character Interactions

• Otowa and Kato: Otowa manipulates Kato, using seduction and hints of a reward to make him do her bidding.
• An Xinghe and the female ghost: An Xinghe tries to pacify the ghost with praise but ultimately decides to fight her.

Key Plot Points and Events

• An Xinghe uses the Perfect-grade skill "Hand of God" to defeat the "Vain Female Ghost," receiving a "Transmitting Beacon" skill as a reward.
• He returns to the hallway and encounters a running figure, initially thinking it's a ghost but later realizing it's Liu Qingmeng.
• The System triggers the "Ghost Tide" event, changing the mission objective to "Survive until morning."
• An Xinghe and Liu Qingmeng hide in the gym equipment room as monsters search for them.

Character Developments

• An Xinghe shows his powerful skill, the "Hand of God," and gains a new skill, "Transmitting Beacon."
• Liu Qingmeng's actions trigger the "Ghost Tide" event, putting both herself and An Xinghe in danger.
• Both characters display a lack of understanding about the opposite sex, with Liu Qingmeng experiencing new feelings and An Xinghe being oblivious to her intentions.

Significant Themes

• The power of skills and their rarity (Perfect-grade vs Legendary-grade).
• The danger and unpredictability of the horror game world.
• The awkwardness and misunderstandings between opposite sexes in close proximity.

Character Interactions

• An Xinghe and Liu Qingmeng are forced to hide together, leading to a tense and awkward situation.
• An Xinghe's handsome appearance affects Liu Qingmeng, causing her to have new feelings.
• Despite their situation, they still manage to communicate and cooperate to some extent.

Key Plot Points and Events

• An Xinghe is cornered by a monster in a school's equipment room.
• Liu Qingmeng arrives to help, but An Xinghe is initially reluctant due to the danger.
• The Slit-Mouthed Woman (Kogawa Chizuru) appears, recognizing An Xinghe and her scissors.
• An Xinghe returns the scissors to Chizuru, who decides to help him by luring other monsters away.
• An Xinghe and Liu Qingmeng hide and wait for dawn to pass the Instance.

Character Developments

• An Xinghe: Shows bravery, quick thinking, and integrity by returning the scissors to Chizuru and trusting her to help.
• Liu Qingmeng: Shows concern for An Xinghe's safety but also expresses curiosity about his connections.
• Kogawa Chizuru (Slit-Mouthed Woman): Reveals her name and expresses interest in An Xinghe, showing a more human side.

Significant Themes

• Trust and friendship: An Xinghe trusts Chizuru despite her being a monster, and they form an alliance.
• Connections and reputation: An Xinghe's reputation precedes him, even among monsters, highlighting the importance of his network.

Character Interactions

• An Xinghe and Liu Qingmeng: They interact cautiously, with Liu Qingmeng expressing surprise at An Xinghe's connections.
• An Xinghe and Kogawa Chizuru: They form a bond, with Chizuru expressing romantic interest in An Xinghe and offering to help him.

Key Plot Points and Events

• An Xinghe and Liu Qingmeng encounter a friendly Yuki-onna (Kusumi Asuka) ghost, who is immediately smitten with An Xinghe's appearance.
• Asuka reveals she's 1800 years old, lives in Hokkaido, and is looking for a partner with the surname 'An'.
• Shuten-doji, another powerful ghost, enters the room, suspicious of Asuka's claim that no humans are present.
• Asuka signals An Xinghe to prepare for a fight, but before they can act, Shuten-doji is tranquilized by an unknown assailant.

Character Developments

• An Xinghe: Maintains his calm and composure in the face of danger, prepared to fight Shuten-doji.
• Liu Qingmeng: Remains silent and vigilant, ready to support An Xinghe.
• Kusumi Asuka (Yuki-onna): Reveals her age and romantic preferences, showing a playful and direct personality.
• Shuten-doji: Suspicious and aggressive, but ultimately outsmarted by Asuka and tranquilized.

Significant Themes

• The power of appearance: An Xinghe's attractiveness influences ghosts' behavior, even causing Asuka to reveal personal information.
• Trust and deception: Asuka initially lies to Shuten-doji to protect An Xinghe and Liu Qingmeng, but her deception is eventually discovered.

Character Interactions

• An Xinghe and Asuka: Asuka is immediately infatuated with An Xinghe, revealing personal information and offering protection.
• Asuka and Shuten-doji: Asuka initially lies to Shuten-doji, but he becomes suspicious and confronts her.
• An Xinghe and Liu Qingmeng: They communicate silently, preparing to fight Shuten-doji together.

Key Plot Points and Events

• An Xinghe is shot with a tranquilizer dart by Liu Qingmeng, knocking out Shuten-doji.
• They tie up Shuten-doji, with An Xinghe using unconventional knots.
• Yuki-onna suggests reinforcing the knots, and An Xinghe agrees.
• Yuki-onna then hits Shuten-doji with an ice hammer to ensure he stays unconscious.
• They see a commotion downstairs, where the Slit-Mouthed Woman (Chizuru) challenges the Great General (Tamamo-no-Mae).
• An Xinghe decides to jump down to help Chizuru, despite learning that the Great General is Tamamo-no-Mae.

Character Developments

• An Xinghe shows bravery and concern for others, jumping down to help Chizuru despite knowing the danger.
• Liu Qingmeng shows she can be useful in combat, using a tranquilizer dart to knock out Shuten-doji.
• Yuki-onna shows thoughtfulness and concern for others' safety, suggesting reinforcing the knots on Shuten-doji.

Significant Themes

• Friendship and loyalty: An Xinghe's decision to help Chizuru despite the danger.
• Bravery and responsibility: An Xinghe's actions show his bravery and sense of responsibility.

Character Interactions

• An Xinghe and Liu Qingmeng work together to tie up Shuten-doji.
• An Xinghe and Yuki-onna discuss the situation downstairs and An Xinghe's decision to jump down.
• An Xinghe and Chizuru: An Xinghe jumps down to help Chizuru, showing his concern for her.

Key Plot Points and Events

• An Xinghe is discovered by demons and monsters in a building, including Tamamo-no-Mae, the Commander.
• Tamamo-no-Mae is attracted to An Xinghe's handsome appearance and decides to make him her dinner.
• An Xinghe stalls Tamamo-no-Mae by claiming to prefer Platonic love, but she remains determined.
• An Xinghe kisses Tamamo-no-Mae to gain time, then escapes as the sun rises, completing his mission.

Character Developments

• An Xinghe demonstrates his quick thinking and resourcefulness in escaping Tamamo-no-Mae.
• Tamamo-no-Mae shows her attraction to An Xinghe's appearance and her determination to have him.
• The Slit-Mouthed Woman shows concern for An Xinghe's safety but trusts his plan.

Significant Themes

• The dangers of being too handsome or attractive in a horror game.
• The power dynamics between characters and the consequences of defying expectations.
• The importance of quick thinking and adaptability in survival situations.

Character Interactions

• An Xinghe and Tamamo-no-Mae's interaction shows her attraction and his attempts to evade her.
• An Xinghe and the Slit-Mouthed Woman's interaction shows her concern and trust in his plan.
• An Xinghe's interaction with the livestream room audience shows his humor and self-awareness.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• An Xinghe enters a new Instance, "World of the Dead," with a Main Quest to marry the soul of a Miko and Side Quests involving collecting suicide notes and escorting Bukata Yukari up a mountain.
• The Instance is based on the game "Fatal Frame: Maiden of Black Water."
• An Xinghe receives a photo of a Faceless Miko, which allows him to choose any Miko's soul to marry.

Character Developments

• An Xinghe continues to adapt to the Horror Game's challenges, showing determination and a desire to complete his quests beautifully.
• Bukata Yukari, the protagonist, is introverted and socially anxious but feels drawn to An Xinghe's appearance. She tries to protect him from the dangers of Mt. Hiiragi.

Significant Themes

• The theme of loneliness and isolation, as the Miko souls crave companionship and warmth.
• The struggle between the Yin and Yang realms, with Mt. Hiiragi serving as a gateway between them.

Character Interactions

• An Xinghe and Bukata Yukari meet at the foot of Mt. Hiiragi. Yukari tries to protect An Xinghe from the mountain's dangers, showing a hint of romantic interest.
• The Livestream Room viewers discuss and react to An Xinghe and Yukari's interactions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• An Xinghe and Lin Yan (Bukata Yukari) enter Mt. Hiiragi, encountering vengeful spirits.
• Lin Yan uses her camera to dispel a vengeful spirit, revealing her power against them.
• They find three suicide diaries, two filled with perverted desires, and one seemingly written by Lin Yan.
• An Xinghe protects Lin Yan from a group of vengeful spirits, completing a side quest.

Character Developments

• An Xinghe demonstrates his strength and confidence, impressing Lin Yan.
• Lin Yan overcomes her initial shyness and starts to open up to An Xinghe.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics between the two characters shift as An Xinghe shows his capabilities.
• The theme of trust and comfort in the face of danger is explored as Lin Yan seeks protection from An Xinghe.

Character Interactions

• An Xinghe's straightforward compliment of Lin Yan's beauty causes her to blush and stammer.
• Lin Yan becomes more at ease with An Xinghe after he protects her from vengeful spirits.
• An Xinghe teases Lin Yan, further reducing the distance between them.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Yan's team blames him for their pegasus trouble in the Western fantasy Instance.
• An Xinghe and Furanori Yuri find Kurosawa Miyoka's glass bead near Night Spring on Mt. Hiiragi.
• They reach the Shrine where An Xinghe is supposed to have a Ghost Marriage with a Miko.
• An Xinghe encounters moving wooden dolls in the Shrine.
• He meets Kikuyu, a miko who has become a vessel, who informs him about the Ghost Marriage rules.

Character Developments

• Lin Yan remains calm and unapologetic despite his teammates' blame.
• Furanori Yuri shows concern for her friend Kurosawa Miyoka and leaves An Xinghe to find her.
• An Xinghe displays his usual calm and nonchalance, even in a potentially scary situation.
• Kikuyu, initially composed, is surprised by An Xinghe's handsomeness and later speechless at his quick decision to choose her.

Significant Themes

• The theme of choice and its consequences is emphasized through An Xinghe's decision in the Ghost Marriage.
• The contrast between An Xinghe's calm demeanor and the potentially frightening situation highlights his unique perspective on fear.

Character Interactions

• Lin Yan and his teammates interact with humor and lightheartedness, despite their situation.
• An Xinghe and Furanori Yuri have a friendly interaction, with Yuri leaving her contact information for An Xinghe.
• An Xinghe and Kikuyu have a playful exchange, with Kikuyu initially teasing An Xinghe and later being surprised by his decision.

Key Plot Points and Events

• An Xinghe chooses Kikuyu for his ghost marriage partner.
• Kikuyu challenges An Xinghe to a game of hide-and-seek with her and two other little loli ghosts, Tomoko and Chiyoko, as a condition for the marriage.
• An Xinghe finds Tomoko first and encounters the Cleaver Witch, a powerful vengeful spirit.
• An Xinghe defeats the Cleaver Witch with a single strike, but she is saved by other vengeful spirits who merge to form a colossal vengeful spirit.

Character Developments

• Kikuyu, initially reluctant, accepts her fate and challenges An Xinghe to a game.
• An Xinghe demonstrates his serious side, showing excellent memory, composure, and combat skills.
• The Cleaver Witch shows fear and desperation when faced with An Xinghe's strength.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics between the living and the dead.
• The consequences of An Xinghe's charm and his flexible moral standards.
• The theme of challenge and acceptance of fate, as seen in Kikuyu's character arc.

Character Interactions

• An Xinghe and Kikuyu's interaction shows An Xinghe's charm and Kikuyu's initial reluctance and eventual acceptance.
• An Xinghe's encounter with the Cleaver Witch highlights his strength and the fear it instills in his enemies.
• The vengeful spirits' intervention to save the Cleaver Witch shows their collective power and unity.

Key Plot Points and Events

• An Xinghe faces a group of vengeful spirits and a Cleaver Witch.
• He uses his Perfect-grade Skill, Hand of God, to attack the giant vengeful spirit.
• The Cleaver Witch uses the giant vengeful spirit's self-destruct as cover to attack An Xinghe.
• An Xinghe uses a clone created by a Snowball item to avoid the explosion.
• The Cleaver Witch attempts a sneak attack but fails due to An Xinghe's revival ability from Goddess of Virtue's Blessing.
• An Xinghe finds the fifth diary and completes a side quest.
• He locates the second little loli, Chiyoko, and finds White Chrysanthemum hiding in a cherry blossom tree.

Character Developments

• An Xinghe demonstrates his powerful combat skills, strategic thinking, and quick reflexes.
• The Cleaver Witch shows desperation and cowardice in her attacks.
• White Chrysanthemum reveals a hint of shyness and embarrassment.

Significant Themes

• The theme of power and vulnerability is explored through An Xinghe's invincibility and the Cleaver Witch's desperation.
• The theme of deception and truth is shown through the Cleaver Witch's attempts to trick An Xinghe and his eventual discovery of her.
• The theme of discovery and revelation is seen in An Xinghe's finding of White Chrysanthemum and her reaction to being seen.

Character Interactions

• An Xinghe and the vengeful spirits/Cleaver Witch: A battle of strength and strategy, with An Xinghe emerging victorious.
• An Xinghe and White Chrysanthemum: A playful interaction where An Xinghe discovers White Chrysanthemum hiding and teases her gently, causing her to blush.

Key Plot Points and Events

• An Xinghe finds Bai Ju (White Chrysanthemum), who challenges him to a Ghost Marriage to take him to the World of the Dead.
• An Xinghe successfully marries Bai Ju despite her terrifying appearance, completing the first main quest.
• The main quest updates to "Make Them Pay," requiring An Xinghe to investigate why Bai Ju became a Human Pillar and help her achieve revenge.

Character Developments

• An Xinghe demonstrates extraordinary courage and calmness, even in the face of Bai Ju's horrifying transformation.
• Bai Ju, now An Baiju, shows shyness and vulnerability after her marriage to An Xinghe.

Significant Themes

• Courage and fearlessness
• The consequences of ignorance and foolishness
• The importance of honesty and communication in relationships

Character Interactions

• An Xinghe and Bai Ju/An Baiju: Despite his initial fear of Bai Ju's transformation, An Xinghe remains calm and helps her regain her human form. They establish a husband-wife relationship, with An Xinghe showing care and understanding towards An Baiju's past.
• An Xinghe and the Livestream Room audience: The audience reacts with fear, admiration, and humor to An Xinghe's interactions with Bai Ju and his marriage to her.