Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Zerg, now stable, have killed several leader-class and lord-class enemies, earning Su Xiao 16.1% World Origin and three Saint Spirit Treasure Chests.
• Su Xiao learns about 'Glory of the Oath' and 'White Amber', which, when combined, create an Oath Item to challenge an ancient Elf at the Initial Land.
• Su Xiao opens material boxes, obtaining Tier 8 items, a bloodline item ('Crystal Skull'), Soul Coins, and the Saint Spirit Grade Rune Great Crossbow 'Dark Star Killer'.

Character Developments

• Su Xiao's understanding of the Zerg's development and the world's ecosystem deepens.
• Su Xiao's wealth increases with the acquisition of valuable items, but he also becomes aware of the potential financial burden of developing certain abilities.

Significant Themes

• The balance of power and resources within the world and the Zerg's role in it.
• The struggle between wealth and ability development, exemplified by the undead path's potential and hardships.

Character Interactions

• Su Xiao interacts with the Zerg, guiding their development and integrating their forces.
• Su Xiao's thoughts on Naji-Jia's actions and the potential future challenge against the ancient Elf.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Xiao obtains the Radiant Charging Device, which can absorb and inject Radiant Crystal Shards into growth equipment.
• He discovers it can upgrade Amu's Vorus Shield and Bubuwang's Holy Traveler.
• Xibei'er infiltrates the enemy camp and returns with intel.
• Su Xiao and his team retrieve the Night Walker Set from the Initial Land, which includes a face equipment, upper body armor, foot equipment, and a dagger, with various stealth and damage-increasing set effects.

Character Developments

• Su Xiao continues to upgrade his equipment and plan his strategies.
• Amu trains with the Vorus Shield and improves his defensive capabilities.
• Xibei'er demonstrates her courage and resourcefulness by gathering intel.
• Baha shows its forgetfulness when it forgets about Xibei'er's assignment.

Significant Themes

• The importance of adaptability and resourcefulness in survival.
• The power of teamwork and strategic planning.
• The theme of upgrading and improving one's capabilities.

Character Interactions

• Su Xiao interacts with Xibei'er, rewarding her for her efforts.
• Baha interacts with the Daughter of Qin in the Greed Chapter, learning from her.
• Amu practices using the Vorus Shield with Bubuwang and Beni's help.
• Su Xiao's team works together to retrieve the Night Walker Set.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Xiao understands the power of the Night Walker Set and its potential in stealthy assassinations.
• He decides to auction off the set but uses it once before the auction for a specific purpose.
• Su Xiao faces the ancient Elves sealed within the Tree of Life stump, using the Oath Item and Life Force (Fragments) to weaken them before the Demon Beasts and Demon Flame Dragons attack.
• The ancient Elves are defeated, and Su Xiao obtains the Ancient Will item, which allows him to activate a Talent Mission for a limited-time power boost.

Character Developments

• Su Xiao demonstrates his strategic thinking and preparation in dealing with powerful enemies.
• Xibei'er shows her capabilities as a healer and summoner, supporting the Demon Beasts in their assault on the ancient Elves.
• The Lord of Tiger Hornets, Tamisha, prepares to face Su Xiao in a one-on-one battle, revealing her resolve and determination.

Significant Themes

• The power of preparation and strategy in facing overwhelming odds.
• The consequences of underestimating one's enemies and the importance of thorough preparation.
• The theme of limited-time power boosts and their potential risks and rewards.

Character Interactions

• Su Xiao and Xibei'er work together to defeat the ancient Elves, showcasing their complementary abilities and teamwork.
• Su Xiao faces Tamisha in a one-on-one battle, highlighting their mutual respect and understanding of each other's capabilities.
• Baha's senses help Su Xiao determine the safety of the alternate dimension he enters, demonstrating their bond and trust.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Xiao and Tamisha face off in the ancient Elf main hall.
• Su Xiao uses a series of Tier 8 items to weaken Tamisha: [Abyssal Gaze] (suppression), [Arterius' Whisper] (defense reduction), [Cursed by Misfortune] (luck reduction), [Fortune Stripping] (further luck reduction), [Weakness Boon] (attribute reduction), and Spirit of Spreading (vitality erosion).
• Tamisha is injured by the ancient Elf's defensive mechanism, 'Sinful Judgment.'
• Su Xiao uses [Extreme Ice Ray] to deal significant damage to Tamisha.

Character Developments

• Su Xiao demonstrates strategic planning and resourcefulness in using Tier 8 items to weaken Tamisha.
• Tamisha shows resilience and strength, withstanding significant damage and debuffs.

Significant Themes

• The power of strategy and preparation (Su Xiao's use of Tier 8 items).
• The resilience of powerful enemies (Tamisha's endurance).

Character Interactions

• Su Xiao and Tamisha engage in a tense standoff, with Su Xiao using various means to weaken Tamisha before the actual combat begins.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Tamisha, the enemy, is severely injured and weakened.
• Su Xiao fights Tamisha, using his sword skills and abilities to overcome her strength.
• Tamisha is killed, and Su Xiao obtains 15.7% World Origin, 715 Soul Coins, and an Overlord-class Treasure Chest.
• Su Xiao returns to the main base, the Insect Nest, and sorts his spoils.
• Su Xiao completes the trial and returns to Reincarnation Paradise.

Character Developments

• Su Xiao demonstrates his strategic thinking and combat skills, defeating a stronger opponent while minimizing risks.
• Tamisha's strength and will to fight are highlighted, but she ultimately succumbs to her injuries.
• Beni, the cat, survives outside the Trial Zone, encounters friendly primitives, and returns to Su Xiao with a story of its adventures.

Significant Themes

• The struggle between strength and strategy in combat.
• The importance of adaptability and resourcefulness in survival.
• The kindness and helpfulness of unexpected allies.

Character Interactions

• Su Xiao and Tamisha engage in a tense and strategic battle, with Su Xiao ultimately emerging victorious.
• Beni interacts with one-horned primitives, who help it return to Su Xiao, demonstrating kindness and understanding towards a stranger in need.
• Su Xiao and Beni reunite, with Beni sharing its harrowing experience outside the Trial Zone.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Xiao completes a trial world mission and receives rewards, including 28 True Attribute Points and an 'Elder's Letter of Introduction'.
• The 'Elder's Letter of Introduction' allows Su Xiao to enter the ??? World, where he will receive disguises, irregular missions, and have a constant residence.
• The ??? World has a Transcendence Trait and is gradually heading towards destruction. Su Xiao will receive a Main Mission with no penalty upon completion.

Character Developments

• Su Xiao upgrades his attributes, increasing his overall strength and abilities.
• Bubuwang, Su Xiao's Servant, seeks revenge on Gulu by selling the Night Walker set to her at a higher price.

Significant Themes

• Power and strength: Su Xiao's attribute upgrades emphasize the importance of power and strength in his world.
• Disguise and identity: The 'Elder's Letter of Introduction' allows Su Xiao to disguise himself and his companions, raising questions about identity and deception.
• World destruction: The ??? World's Transcendence Trait and impending destruction highlight the transient nature of the worlds Su Xiao inhabits.

Character Interactions

• Su Xiao interacts with Bubuwang, his Servant, who seeks revenge on Gulu by selling the Night Walker set at a higher price.
• Su Xiao receives numerous emails from Gulu after sending her the Night Walker set's attributes.

Su Xiao examined Blue Shadow King’s upgraded abilities, then trained to refine Blade Style: Flow during his stay in Reincarnation Paradise. After returning to the peaceful real world and recovering, he prepared to use the Elder's Letter of Introduction, but Reincarnation Paradise summoned him to a new world first.

• Su Xiao tested Blue Shadow King and found it could create a weapon that dealt true damage based on an enemy’s lost Mana, potentially executing foes with depleted energy.
• The Witch approached Su Xiao about selling the Dark Walker set to Gulu, and Su Xiao agreed to charge 50% more if Gulu accepted.
• Su Xiao spent nearly 27 hours in the Land of All Living Beings refining Blade Style: Flow before Reincarnation Paradise returned him to the real world.
• Su Xiao relaxed at his Accessory Shop while Fatty Ma warned him that a thief had stolen ghost money from his shop.
• As Su Xiao planned to use the Elder's Letter of Introduction to explore the ??? world, Reincarnation Paradise announced that a new world was about to open.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Xiao receives numerous mails from Gulu, initially stubbornly offering high-tier items, then resorting to flattery and even sending a selfie. Su Xiao ignores her.
• Su Xiao returns to his Exclusive Room, finding only Baha. Amu has left with Beni.
• Su Xiao opens various treasure chests, obtaining notable items like Imprisoned Hatred (Saint Spirit Grade Weapon), Silver-tailed Bee (Saint Spirit Grade Item), and Roar of the Savage Beast (Active Skill Scroll). He also gets 8 Soul Crystals (Complete) and 1 World Core (Fragment).
• The final Overlord Treasure Chest yields an Overlord Spirit Essence and Queen's Arrogance (Growth Equipment).

Character Developments

• Gulu's persistence turns to desperation as she tries to entice Su Xiao with various offers and even a selfie.
• Su Xiao remains unmoved by Gulu's attempts, showing his resolve and self-control.
• Baha is seen improving its trash talk and "Taunt ability" by browsing on a tablet, displaying its eagerness to learn and adapt.

Significant Themes

• Persistence and Resolve: Gulu's persistence in trying to convince Su Xiao contrasts with his unyielding resolve, highlighting the theme of persistence in the face of adversity.
• Adaptation and Growth: Baha's eagerness to learn and improve its abilities reflects the theme of continuous growth and adaptation in the face of challenges.

Character Interactions

• Su Xiao and Gulu: Gulu's attempts to persuade Su Xiao showcase their tense relationship, with Gulu trying to manipulate him and Su Xiao remaining firm in his decisions.
• Su Xiao and Baha: Su Xiao's interaction with Baha is minimal in this chapter, but Baha's actions show its loyalty and eagerness to support Su Xiao, reflecting their strong bond.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Xiao obtains the [Queen's Arrogance] pendant, initially dismissing it as trash due to its white quality.
• He sells [Roar of the Beast], [Fei - Purgatory], and [Queen's Arrogance] for 6,600 Soul Coins.
• Su Xiao upgrades the Black Maple Tree's environment for better growth.
• He heads to the Skill Upgrade Hall to upgrade his abilities.

Character Developments

• Su Xiao demonstrates his strategic thinking by upgrading the Black Maple Tree's environment.
• He shows determination and resourcefulness in upgrading his abilities, spending a substantial amount of Soul Coins.

Significant Themes

• The importance of initial investments and upgrades for long-term benefits (Black Maple Tree, ability upgrades).
• The value of seemingly insignificant items (Queen's Arrogance pendant).

Character Interactions

• Su Xiao interacts with Beni for selling items and Bubuwang for retrieving the [Basic Passive: Revival] scroll.
• He doesn't interact with any other characters in this chapter.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Xiao upgrades his Basic Passive: Revival from Lv.30 to Lv.70, increasing his total Mana, Mental Strength, and Mental Resilience significantly.
• He absorbs the [Dragon's Life Essence], benefiting his Azure Steel Shadow ability.
• Su Xiao upgrades his Sword Mastery from Lv.50 to Lv.51.
• He meets Gulu at the Skill Upgrade Hall, who expresses gratitude for the Night Walker set.
• In a private room, Su Xiao attempts to upgrade Am's [Shield of Vorlus] and Bubuwang's [Holy Traveler] to Saint-tier using the [Radiant Charging Device] and Saint-tier equipment.

Character Developments

• Su Xiao demonstrates his commitment to upgrading his abilities, even at high costs, to increase his combat power and survivability.
• Gulu's integrity drops as she accepts the Night Walker set from Su Xiao, showing her willingness to bend rules for personal gain.
• Su Xiao's actions with his team members, such as upgrading their equipment, show his leadership and care for their well-being.

Significant Themes

• The importance of continuous self-improvement and upgrading abilities to stay competitive in the dangerous world of the Hunter x Hunter universe.
• The tension between personal integrity and personal gain, as seen in Gulu's actions.
• The theme of teamwork and camaraderie, as Su Xiao helps upgrade his team members' equipment.

Character Interactions

• Su Xiao interacts with Gulu, who is grateful for the Night Walker set but feels guilty for accepting it.
• Su Xiao spends time with his team members, Bubuwang, Am, Bah, and Benni, showing his leadership and care for their well-being by attempting to upgrade their equipment.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Xiao uses the Radiant Charging Device to upgrade Bubuwang's and Amu's equipment to Holy Spirit Grade.
• He receives a message from the Leader, informing him about the next Empty Seat Banquet and providing a Space Insignia for easy travel.
• Su Xiao successfully upgrades the Vorus Shield, which transforms based on Amu's ice abilities.

Character Developments

• Su Xiao demonstrates strategic planning and resource management in upgrading his team's equipment.
• Bubuwang's equipment, Holy Traveler, adapts to its user's style and provides useful auras for the team.
• Amu's Vorus Shield evolves to include an Ice Shield with Life Rebound and frost slow effects.

Significant Themes

• The importance of strategic planning and resource management in equipment upgrades.
• The adaptation of growth equipment to the user's abilities and characteristics.
• The convenience and potential benefits of the Space Insignia for the Empty Seat Banquet.

Character Interactions

• Su Xiao communicates with the Leader about the Empty Seat Banquet and the purchase of the Night Walker set for Gulu.
• Su Xiao interacts with Beni to acquire Holy Spirit Grade equipment for upgrades.
• There's no direct interaction between Su Xiao and his team members in this chapter, but their equipment upgrades reflect their roles and abilities within the team.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Amu equips the Vorus Shield, which transforms into an ice blue energy and merges into Amu's body, creating a heavy, cold, and indestructible Ice Shield with intricate patterns.
• Su Xiao gazes at the Mysterious Eye on the Alchemy Tome, causing the second page to detach and transform into the incomplete Mysterious Eye.
• Su Xiao deciphers 257 engravings on the third page of the Alchemy Tome, upgrading his Alchemy skills and obtaining a new Alchemy formula.
• Su Xiao concocts fifteen bottles of Life Characteristic · No. 01 potion and five bottles of Ocean Original Fluid for sale.
• Su Xiao attempts to break through the Lv.10 of his Azure Shadow King ability, successfully upgrading it to Lv.11.

Character Developments

• Amu: Shows no external changes after equipping the Vorus Shield, but gains a powerful Ice Shield.
• Su Xiao: Deciphers the third page of the Alchemy Tome, upgrades his Alchemy skills, and successfully upgrades his Azure Shadow King ability.

Significant Themes

• Pursuit of perfection: The Second Era alchemists' extreme rigor in creating the Mysterious Eye and the pursuit of perfecting it.
• Growth and improvement: Su Xiao's continuous upgrade of his abilities and skills, reflecting the theme of personal growth and improvement.

Character Interactions

• Baha and Amu: Baha observes Amu after equipping the Vorus Shield, and they decide to test the Ice Shield's combat effectiveness together with Bu Bu Wang.
• Su Xiao and the Alchemy Tome: Su Xiao interacts with the Alchemy Tome, deciphering its pages and upgrading his Alchemy skills.

Key Plot Points

• Su Xiao's Azure Steel Shadow skill, Azure Shadow King, has been upgraded to level 11.
• Su Xiao discovers the powerful aspects of Azure Shadow King: increased speed, mana recovery, and a new weapon creation ability.
• Su Xiao sells the Night Walker Set to Gulu, the Brigade's Witch, for a 50% premium.
• Su Xiao spends 27 hours in the Land of All Beings · Floor 5 refining his Blade Path Saber: Flow.
• Su Xiao returns to the Real World, where he meets Fatty Ma, and they have dinner together.

Character Developments

• Su Xiao's power has significantly increased with the upgrade of his Azure Shadow King skill.
• Su Xiao's determination to improve his skills and abilities is reinforced.
• Gulu, the Brigade's Witch, is willing to pay a 50% premium for the Night Walker Set.

Significant Themes

• The importance of self-improvement and the development of abilities.
• The value of rare items in the Reincarnation Paradise and the Real World.
• The contrast between the dangerous and life-threatening Reincarnation Paradise and the peaceful Real World.

Character Interactions

• Su Xiao and Fatty Ma meet and have dinner together, with Fatty Ma sharing his experience with a break-in.
• Su Xiao and Gulu, the Brigade's Witch, negotiate the sale of the Night Walker Set.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Xiao enters the Hell Gate World, a dangerous Lv.42~Lv.70 world.
• The world is in the Awakening Era, Year 1716, with the Hell Gate sealing and unsealing periodically.
• The Hell Gate World is infested with Dark Demons and Ghosts, powerful monsters that feed on human souls.
• Night Watchmen, humans empowered by these monsters, hunt them at night but are now restricted due to incidents of harming civilians.

Character Developments

• Su Xiao, the Hunter, arrives in the new world with Bubuwang.
• No significant character developments yet, as Su Xiao has just entered the world.

Significant Themes

• The struggle between humans and monsters (Dark Demons and Ghosts).
• The dual nature of the Night Watchmen: protectors and threats.
• The tension between the need for protection and the fear of those who provide it.

Character Interactions

• Su Xiao interacts with Bubuwang, his familiar.
• No human interactions yet, as Su Xiao has just arrived in the world.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Xiao arrives in the world of "Hidden Thing," understanding its key aspects: East Valley Federation, Watch Guild, Night Watchmen, Dark Demons, Ghosts, and Hell Gate.
• Hell Gate is merging with this world, causing Dark Demons and Ghosts to appear.
• The Rhine Kingdom has effectively separated civilians from extraordinary events, reducing civilian casualties and losses.
• A past incident caused by a civilian's curiosity resulted in massive destruction and loss of life.
• Su Xiao reaches the Shelter House, where he meets the previous manager, who hands over the Shelter House to him.
• Su Xiao receives the Main Mission: "Hidden Thing," with the goal of finding the reason for Hell Gate's merger and interrupting the process.

Character Developments

• Su Xiao: He takes on the role of the Shelter House manager and accepts the Main Mission.
• Previous Shelter House Manager: He hands over the Shelter House to Su Xiao and warns him about his temper.

Significant Themes

• The consequences of popularizing extraordinary power among civilians.
• The struggle against Dark Demons and Ghosts, and the role of Hunters in this fight.
• The potential danger and unknown aspects of Hell Gate's merger with this world.

Character Interactions

• Su Xiao and the Previous Shelter House Manager: They have a brief interaction as the manager hands over the Shelter House to Su Xiao, providing him with necessary information and warnings.
• Su Xiao and Bubuwang: The cat creature is present but does not interact with Su Xiao in this chapter.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Xiao, now disguised as Deathly Silent Hunter · Kukulin, receives a call from Detective Douglas, informing him about a 2.1 million Schiller bank robbery.
• Morel, a Battle Angel, arrives at the Shelter House with four Contractors, seeking Su Xiao's help.

Character Developments

• Su Xiao remains cautious and taciturn, not revealing his true identity.
• Morel is in a good mood, having found a 'graveyard of the strong' to hide in.
• Mature Older Woman Saint Swan, a Charisma-type Contractor, attempts to negotiate with Su Xiao but faces unexpected challenges due to his overwhelming power.

Significant Themes

• Disguise and recognition: Contractors who knew Su Xiao before cannot recognize his true identity due to his disguise.
• Power dynamics: Su Xiao's overwhelming power puts him at a significant advantage in negotiations with Contractors.

Character Interactions

• Su Xiao interacts with Detective Douglas over the phone.
• Morel and her team interact with Su Xiao at the Shelter House, with Saint Swan attempting to negotiate with him.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Shelter House is cleaned and organized by the Contractors.
• Su Xiao commissions the Contractors to handle backlog extraordinary events to gain World Reputation.
• Morel's team accepts the 'Red Siren' mission, a pursuit of a female Dark Demon that disguises itself as a human and preys on men.

Character Developments

• Morel shows initiative and intelligence by choosing to act like an idiot temporarily to increase her survival rate.
• Saint鸳 demonstrates her serious and strategic side when negotiating with Su Xiao.
• The Contractors show teamwork and understanding of their mission's danger and importance.

Significant Themes

• The importance of action over words, as demonstrated by Morel's realization that her Charisma type is ineffective in the Shelter House.
• The danger and complexity of extraordinary events, as shown by the different types and strengths of Dark Demons and their corresponding extraordinary events.

Character Interactions

• Morel and Saint鸳 work together to lead their team, showing understanding and trust in each other's abilities.
• The Contractors show camaraderie and concern for each other's safety, as seen in their discussion about the 'Red Siren' mission.
• Su Xiao maintains his distant and authoritative demeanor, commissioning the Contractors without revealing much information about himself or the Watch Guild.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

1. Incident at Vick Street, Number 4: A military Major died, and the scene is sealed off due to the presence of Dark-element extraordinary power.
2. Arrival of the Pest Control Company: A group of professionals in protective suits arrives, scans the area, and leaves quickly after firing a signal flare.
3. Su Xiao's Arrival: Su Xiao, a manager of the Shelter House, arrives in a steam car, equipped with various tools and accompanied by Baha, his familiar.

Character Developments

1. Detective Douglas: An experienced detective who has dealt with extraordinary events for over a decade. He feels a deep-seated revulsion and nausea due to the Dark-element aura.
2. Vina: A young police officer encountering an extraordinary event for the first time. She experiences nausea and shock but shows determination to learn more about these secrets.
3. Su Xiao: A manager of the Shelter House, referred to as an "esteemed individual" by the Pest Control Company. He is skilled and holds a high position, but his strength is not as high as veteran Hunters.

Significant Themes

1. Dark-element extraordinary power: This power is dangerous, causing revulsion, nausea, and even madness if not properly controlled or understood.
2. The Rhine Kingdom's stance on extraordinary events: The kingdom maintains a stance of minimizing civilian contact with Dark-element power and providing a relatively safe living environment. They also conceal many secrets related to Dark Demons and Hunters.

Character Interactions

1. Su Xiao and Detective Douglas: They meet at the scene, and Douglas briefs Su Xiao on the situation. Su Xiao seems to have a higher status than the Pest Control Company, as they leave upon learning of his arrival.
2. Vina and Detective Douglas: Vina is Douglas's friend's daughter, and he didn't want her to be involved in this case. However, due to manpower shortages, she is present. Douglas provides guidance to help her cope with the oppressive feeling inside the residence.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Xiao, Vina, and Douglas investigate a residence where a family was murdered by a Gluttony Dark Demon.
• Su Xiao discovers that the Dark Demon opened a Hell Gate rift to throw something into it, indicating a planned attack.
• The Gluttony Dark Demon ambushes them, revealing it has been collecting Hunter plates.
• Su Xiao fights and defeats the Gluttony Dark Demon, gaining 62 World Reputation and unlocking the World Reputation Store.

Character Developments

• Su Xiao demonstrates his combat skills and strategic thinking, defeating the powerful and unpredictable Gluttony Dark Demon.
• Vina shows fear but no panic, indicating her growing resilience.
• Douglas remains grim and serious, acknowledging the danger of the situation.

Significant Themes

• The unpredictability and danger of Dark Demons.
• The importance of reputation and its rewards in the world.
• The theme of facing fear and adversity, as shown by Vina and Su Xiao.

Character Interactions

• Su Xiao and the Gluttony Dark Demon: A tense and deadly confrontation, with Su Xiao showing no mercy.
• Su Xiao, Vina, and Douglas: They work together to investigate the crime scene, with Su Xiao taking the lead.
• Su Xiao and Vina: There's a subtle tension between them, with Vina trying to hide her fear and Su Xiao being distant but protective.

Su Xiao discovered that the Source of Fusion had caused old hunter Adam’s condition and identified it as the force joining the Dark Prison to the world. Akuma responded to Su Xiao finding its true body by awakening Douglas, who began to remember his identity inside Detective Douglas.

• Su Xiao tested old hunter Adam’s remains and found black tentacles that corroded a silver coin in the same way as the hunter relics.
• Su Xiao concluded that the Source of Fusion was consuming hunter relics to seize world power, then collected a sample for Reincarnation Paradise to analyze.
• Reincarnation Paradise confirmed that destroying the Source of Fusion’s true body would complete Su Xiao’s Main Quest.
• Akuma learned that Su Xiao had found the true body and decided to awaken Douglas, despite Soul warning that Douglas could not yet be awakened.
• Akuma crushed the smoke ball and told Douglas to wake up and recall his true name.
• Detective Douglas suffered a sudden, painful transformation before calming down and asking Vina whether she was afraid of him.