Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Ming awakens after three days, healed but weak.
• He learns that he killed a Level 5 Gene Warrior with a single shot, but his body was severely strained.
• Monte and Haiman visit Su Ming; Haiman offers Su Ming a place in his mercenary group, but Su Ming declines.
• Su Ming is discharged and returns to his dorm, where he checks his System panel.

Character Developments

• Su Ming's Physical Level increases to 410, and his Brain Domain Level to 570, surpassing his Physical Level for the first time.
• Su Ming's Gene Lock Activation Level advances to the third-level lower grade.
• Su Ming's Starlight Points are depleted, motivating him to find ways to obtain more.

Significant Themes

• The power and danger of using Starlight Points as an offensive weapon.
• The importance of self-preservation and careful decision-making in the face of danger.
• The value of Su Ming's abilities, sought after by mercenary groups.

Character Interactions

• Monte shows concern for Su Ming's well-being and helps him with his discharge.
• Haiman expresses regret at Su Ming's refusal to join his mercenary group but offers his gratitude and contact information.
• Su Ming declines Haiman's offer, prioritizing his current situation and safety on Planet Nop.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A coup occurs in the Bander Galaxy, a member of the Busa Free Federation, threatening the Federation's unity.
• The Lothar Party, leading the coup, detains core party officials, escalating tensions.
• Planet Nop, where Su Ming resides, is close to the Deban Galaxy, potentially affected by the turmoil.

Character Developments

• Warren, nearing 17, injects a Gene Potion to unlock his Gene Lock under Su Ming's supervision.
• Warren successfully activates his Gene Lock, his energy level reaching 30, higher than average due to his prolonged cultivation before activation.

Significant Themes

• The vast political landscape of the universe, with super galaxy cluster powers and periodic coups.
• The importance of proximity to political instability and its potential consequences.
• The significance of unlocking Gene Locks and the impact of pre-activation cultivation on energy levels.

Character Interactions

• Su Ming acts as Warren's guardian and mentor during the Gene Potion injection, demonstrating his care and responsibility.
• The interaction between the core parties and the Lothar Party highlights the political tensions and power dynamics within the Busa Free Federation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Warren becomes a Gene Warrior and expresses excitement about potentially piloting a Mecha in the future.
• Su Ming decides to leave Planet Nop for higher-level planets to improve his skills and gain more Starlight Points.
• Warren decides to accompany Su Ming on his journey.
• Su Ming decides to use Starlight Points for Body Tempering, an unfamiliar concept in interstellar society.

Character Developments

• Warren: Becomes a Gene Warrior, shows determination and initiative by deciding to accompany Su Ming.
• Su Ming: Realizes the importance of Starlight Points, decides to explore Body Tempering to improve his physical body.

Significant Themes

• The importance of Starlight Points for cultivation and Body Tempering.
• The unfamiliar concept of Body Tempering in interstellar society.
• The decision to leave Planet Nop for higher-level planets to improve skills and gain more resources.

Character Interactions

• Su Ming and Warren: Su Ming shares his plans to leave Planet Nop, Warren decides to accompany him. They show mutual trust and respect for each other's decisions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Ming experiences a sudden craving for starlight, which his body absorbs, initiating a rapid Body Tempering process.
• After ten minutes, Su Ming's body expels grime, and he feels refreshed and stronger.
• Su Ming learns that his Physical Level has increased by 100 points, and his Body Tempering effect is more than double that of ordinary Physical Level Body Tempering.
• Three days later, Su Ming and Warren bid farewell to Monte and head to the official office on Planet Nop to prove their Gene Warrior status and leave the planet.
• At the office, Su Ming's Energy Level is detected, revealing he's a Level 3 Lower Grade Gene Warrior, shocking the staff member due to his young age.

Character Developments

• Su Ming: Experiences rapid Body Tempering and discovers his Energy Level is significantly higher than expected for his age.
• Warren: His Energy Level is confirmed as Level 1 Middle Grade, but there's no mention of any significant developments.

Significant Themes

• Rapid growth and improvement of Su Ming's abilities.
• The importance of keeping personal information confidential, especially regarding one's Energy Level and Gene Level.

Character Interactions

• Su Ming and Monte: Monte expresses reluctance to see them leave but supports their decision.
• Su Ming and the staff member at the official office: The staff member is shocked by Su Ming's Energy Level and offers him a position in the Temporary Army.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Ming and Warren are offered to join the Temporary Army No. 32, with the promise of earning military merits that can be exchanged for Mecha assembly knowledge and blueprints.
• They join the army after learning that their mechanical skills will be valuable and that they can earn merits through various tasks.
• A Star-level spaceship arrives to pick them up, commanded by Lieutenant Walker.

Character Developments

• Su Ming and Warren show interest in joining the army to gain Mecha knowledge and blueprints, demonstrating their ambition and dedication to their craft.
• Su Ming reflects on his disownment from the Kellen Family but feels no resentment, showing maturity and acceptance of his new circumstances.

Significant Themes

• Ambition and Dedication: Su Ming and Warren's desire to learn Mecha knowledge and blueprints highlights their ambition and dedication to their mechanical skills.
• New Beginnings: Su Ming's acceptance of his disownment and decision to join the army signify a new chapter in his life.

Character Interactions

• Su Ming and Warren exchange glances, showing mutual understanding and support in their decision to join the army.
• Lieutenant Walker is surprised and pleased to find two Planet-level mechanics in Su Ming and Warren, indicating the army's need for skilled mechanics.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Ming and Warren join Temporary Army No. 32 and are greeted by Zhong Li.
• They witness the mission hall displaying numerous missions across the star system.
• Locke, a soldier, eagerly approaches them seeking repair of his Planet-level Over-Temperature Battle Blade.

Character Developments

• Su Ming and Warren learn about the scarcity of Planet-level mechanics and the value of their skills.
• Locke is portrayed as eager and anxious to have his weapon repaired, highlighting his desperation to participate in missions.

Significant Themes

• The importance and rarity of Planet-level mechanics in the interstellar context.
• The competitive nature of mission acceptance and completion among different temporary armies.

Character Interactions

• Zhong Li acts as a guide and intermediary, explaining the temporary army's system and helping Su Ming and Warren navigate their new environment.
• Locke's enthusiasm contrasts with Su Ming and Warren's initial bewilderment, leading to a moment of understanding between them about the value of their skills.
• Su Ming decides to help Locke, demonstrating his willingness to assist others despite the rules.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Ming, a new Planet level mechanic, arrives on the spaceship.
• Locke brings Su Ming to the mechanical repair room, where he sees only Surface level parts being repaired.
• Su Ming repairs Locke's damaged Planet level Thermal Battle Saber, demonstrating his skill and efficiency.
• Soldiers gather to watch Su Ming repair the saber, impressed by his speed and zero damage rate.
• Su Ming requests a star-level blade for the repair, which Locke purchases using a spatial transmitter.

Character Developments

• Su Ming: Proves his exceptional mechanical skills, showcasing his ability to repair Planet level weapons efficiently and without damage.
• Locke: Demonstrates his respect and trust in Su Ming, following his instructions and purchasing the star-level blade.

Significant Themes

• Skill and Expertise: Su Ming's proficiency in mechanical repair highlights the importance of skill and expertise in the story's universe.
• Trust and Respect: Locke's trust in Su Ming, despite his unconventional methods, shows the value of trust and respect in professional relationships.

Character Interactions

• Su Ming and Locke: Locke shows respect and deference to Su Ming, while Su Ming demonstrates his skill and confidence in his abilities.
• Su Ming and the Soldiers: The soldiers gather to watch Su Ming, impressed by his skills and marking the beginning of his reputation among them.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Ming successfully reassembles Locke's Mechanical Battle Saber, demonstrating exceptional skill.
• The saber's energy output increases to 1400 points, equivalent to a Level 4 Gene Warrior.
• Surrounded by soldiers seeking his mechanical services, Su Ming is overwhelmed and escapes with Zhong Li's help.
• Zhong Li takes Su Ming and Warren to their shared dorm, designed for Planet-level mechanics.

Character Developments

• Su Ming's mechanical prowess is recognized and admired by the soldiers, leading to increased popularity and requests for his services.
• Su Ming displays social anxiety when faced with the sudden attention and expectations from the soldiers.
• Zhong Li shows consideration and understanding towards Su Ming and Warren, helping them navigate their new environment.

Significant Themes

• Recognition and respect for exceptional skill and talent.
• The pressure and challenges that come with sudden popularity and expectations.
• The importance of mentors and guides in navigating new environments.

Character Interactions

• Su Ming and Locke: Locke's joy and gratitude towards Su Ming's successful repair of his Mechanical Battle Saber.
• Su Ming and the soldiers: The soldiers' admiration and eagerness for Su Ming's mechanical services, leading to a crowd surrounding him.
• Su Ming, Warren, and Zhong Li: Zhong Li's assistance in helping Su Ming and Warren navigate their new environment, showing understanding and consideration towards their needs.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhong Li gives Su Ming and Warren identity tokens with various functions, including access to the Merit System.
• Su Ming and Warren explore the Merit System, discovering it offers a vast range of items and knowledge, including mecha blueprints.
• Su Ming realizes the high cost of mecha knowledge in merit points, understanding the difficulty of acquiring it.
• Locke embarks on a mission to Muta Planet with other soldiers, using the Mechanical Battle Saber Su Ming modified.

Character Developments

• Su Ming shows enthusiasm and determination to learn more about mecha knowledge and blueprints.
• Warren expresses excitement about the Merit System's offerings.
• Locke, as a soldier, prepares for a mission, demonstrating his responsibility and leadership.

Significant Themes

• Knowledge and Learning: The chapter emphasizes the value of knowledge, particularly mecha knowledge, and the difficulty in acquiring it.
• Ambition and Determination: Su Ming's desire to learn more and improve highlights his ambition and determination.
• Responsibility and Duty: Locke's preparation for the mission underscores his sense of responsibility and duty as a soldier.

Character Interactions

• Su Ming and Warren interact briefly, sharing their excitement about the Merit System.
• Locke interacts with other soldiers, demonstrating his leadership and preparation for the mission.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A team of soldiers from Temporary Army No. 32, led by Locke, descends onto Muta Planet to find it infested by Furball Monsters, a common cosmic creature.
• The team, equipped with Mechanical Battle Soldiers and firearms, engages the Furball Monsters, which are around Level 2 to Level 4 Gene Warriors in strength.
• Locke, using a Thermal Battle Saber modified by Su Ming, effortlessly defeats a Level 3 Mid-Grade Furball Monster in one strike.

Character Developments

• Locke: Realizes the true power of the Thermal Battle Saber, which is at Star level but has a usage requirement of only Planet level, indicating Su Ming's exceptional skill as a Mechanic.
• The Team: Shows confidence and capability in handling the Furball Monsters, demonstrating their average Level 3 Gene Warrior status and the power of their equipment.

Significant Themes

• The disparity in power between humans with technological civilization and cosmic creatures.
• The importance of equipment and weapons in enhancing combat power for humans.
• The vastness and diversity of the universe, with creatures like the Furball Monsters being common yet dangerous.

Character Interactions

• Locke and his teammates work together to eliminate the Furball Monsters, showing camaraderie and coordination.
• Locke's teammates express surprise and curiosity when they witness Locke's powerful strike against the Furball Monster.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Locke, equipped with a powerful thermal battle saber, becomes a formidable force against Furball Monsters.
• A mutated 20-meter-tall Furball Monster (Level 5 Lower-tier) appears, posing a significant threat to the team.
• Locke offers his Mechanical Battle Saber to the Captain, claiming it's Star-level and requires only 800 Energy Level to use.
• The Captain uses the saber, unleashing a powerful Energy Level that shocks everyone.

Character Developments

• Locke's combat power significantly increases with the new saber, drawing attention and awe from his teammates.
• The Captain, initially skeptical, believes in Locke and uses the saber, demonstrating newfound power.

Significant Themes

• Power and Weapons: The chapter emphasizes the importance of powerful weapons in determining one's combat effectiveness.
• Trust and Belief: Locke's trust in the saber and the Captain's belief in Locke drive the plot forward.
• Mutations and Threats: The mutated Furball Monster highlights the dangers of unexpected threats.

Character Interactions

• Locke and the Captain: Locke's offer of the saber to the Captain shows trust and selflessness, while the Captain's initial skepticism turns to belief in Locke.
• Team dynamics: The team members react with curiosity, fear, and determination as they face the mutated monster and Locke's revelation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Captain uses Locke's Thermal Battle Saber to defeat a powerful Furball Monster, proving the saber's might can match a Star level weapon.
• The Captain expresses interest in buying the saber from Locke, but Locke refuses, comparing it to his wife.
• The Captain learns that Locke's saber was modified by a new mechanic, Master Su Ming, in just 40 minutes.
• The Captain decides to visit Master Su Ming after returning to the main vessel.

Character Developments

• The Captain shows his prowess in battle and his desire for powerful equipment.
• Locke demonstrates his attachment to his weapon and pride in its craftsmanship.
• Master Su Ming is introduced as a skilled mechanic, capable of modifying weapons quickly and effectively.

Significant Themes

• The value and importance of powerful weapons in battle.
• The relationship between soldiers and their equipment, likening it to a personal connection.
• The skill and reputation of mechanics in the military.

Character Interactions

• The Captain and Locke: The Captain admires Locke's weapon and wants to buy it, while Locke is reluctant to part with it.
• The Captain and his teammates: They discuss the Captain's decision to visit Master Su Ming instead of joining their post-mission revelry.
• Locke and his teammates: They discuss Locke's weapon and the skill of Master Su Ming.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Ming's Mechanical Battle Saber causes a stir among the soldiers.
• The Captain visits Su Ming's dormitory and sees him modifying weapons, impressed by his skill and efficiency.
• Su Ming starts repairing and modifying weapons for soldiers, earning Starlight Points and Military Merit.
• Warren starts taking repair orders alongside Su Ming.

Character Developments

• Su Ming: Gains recognition for his mechanical skills, starts earning substantial Starlight Points and Military Merit, and considers purchasing a Mecha blueprint.
• Warren: Gains confidence in his mechanical abilities after Su Ming recommends him to the soldiers.

Significant Themes

• Recognition and respect for mechanical skills among Gene Warriors.
• The value of mechanical repairs and modifications in interstellar society.
• The importance of Starlight Points and Military Merit for purchasing Mecha knowledge and blueprints.

Character Interactions

• Su Ming and the Captain: The Captain is impressed by Su Ming's skills and tries to hire him, but Su Ming makes him wait in line like everyone else.
• Su Ming and Warren: Su Ming recommends Warren to the soldiers, boosting Warren's confidence.
• Soldiers and Su Ming/Warren: Soldiers queue up to have their weapons repaired and modified by Su Ming and Warren, recognizing their skills and paying them in Military Merit.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Locke's squad captain uploads their mission video to the public network, visible to all on the spaceship.
• Soldiers notice an unusual Level 5 Furball Monster and a Mechanical Battle Saber that should be beyond Locke's Planet level.
• News spreads that Su Ming, a mechanic who recently joined the spaceship, is a Star level mechanic.
• Lieutenant Walker, the spaceship's true administrator, sees the video and focuses on the Level 5 Furball Monster, requesting a piece of its flesh for research.

Character Developments

• Locke's squad captain gains a modified weapon and uploads their mission video.
• Su Ming's reputation and income increase significantly after being recognized as a Star level mechanic.
• Lieutenant Walker shows concern about the unusual cosmic creatures and the potential connection to the Lothar Party's recent activities.

Significant Themes

• The power of information and communication in the military context (public network, video uploads, comments).
• The value and recognition of expertise (Su Ming's status change due to his skill level).
• The potential threat of unusual events and the need for investigation (Lieutenant Walker's concern about the Level 5 Furball Monster).

Character Interactions

• Soldiers interact on the public network, discussing the mission video, Locke's new weapon, and Su Ming's skill level.
• Lieutenant Walker interacts with Captain Locke, requesting the Level 5 Furball Monster's flesh for research and asking for discretion.
• Soldiers queue outside Su Ming's dormitory for repairs and modifications, increasing his income and status.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Ming accumulates 160,000 Military Merit and a significant amount of Starlight Points in a week.
• He redeems the knowledge and blueprints for a [Humanoid E-Class Advanced Mecha] using 150,000 Military Merit.
• Su Ming starts studying the mecha's knowledge and blueprints, realizing the complexity of the task.
• He redeems some mechanical parts using his remaining Military Merit and begins to assemble the mecha, simplifying some components to lower the usage threshold.

Character Developments

• Su Ming's excitement and determination to assemble a mecha grow.
• He acknowledges the complexity of mecha assembly and the need to improve his skills and Brain Domain Level.
• Su Ming's mechanical skills advance rapidly as he works on the mecha.

Significant Themes

• The complexity and strategic importance of mecha.
• The need for continuous learning and improvement in mechanical skills.
• The financial aspect of mecha assembly and the need to earn Military Merit.

Character Interactions

• Warren shows envy towards Su Ming's purchase of mecha knowledge and blueprints but cannot view them due to Imperial law.
• Su Ming's order-taking mode reactivates to earn Military Merit for further mecha assembly.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Lothar Party secedes from the Busa Free Federation, forming the Lothar Galaxy Cluster Alliance (Lothar Alliance).
• The Busa Free Federation's core political party discusses the matter, dismissing the Lothar Alliance as insignificant.
• An Apocalypse Level expert, Brook, is sent to "exterminate" the Lothar Alliance.
• Meanwhile, Temporary Army No. 32, where Su Ming and Warren are stationed, encounters a dangerous cosmic creature while patrolling the border region.

Character Developments

• Brook: Established as an invincible Apocalypse Level expert, confident and arrogant.
• Su Ming & Warren: Not directly involved in the Lothar Alliance matter, but face a new threat.

Significant Themes

• Power Dynamics: The Lothar Alliance's lack of an Apocalypse Level expert makes it vulnerable and dismissed by other powers.
• Resource Contention: The discovery of new ore nebulae drives competition among major powers.
• Cosmic Dangers: The vast universe harbors unknown threats, as seen with the cosmic creature approaching Temporary Army No. 32.

Character Interactions

• The legislators in the Busa Free Federation's core political party discuss and make decisions, showing their power dynamics and dismissive attitude towards the Lothar Alliance.
• Brook's interaction with the legislators shows his independence and confidence in his abilities.
• Su Ming and Warren are not directly involved in the Lothar Alliance matter, but their situation sets up a potential conflict with the cosmic creature.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Ming is assembling a nearly complete mecha, expecting a significant leap in his Brain Domain Level upon completion.
• The spaceship is attacked by a Level 6 Cosmic Dragon Turtle, which is unusual due to its high Energy Level for its species.
• Lieutenant Walker, the only Level 6 Gene Warrior on board, engages and defeats the Dragon Turtle using a Star-level super cannon.

Character Developments

• Su Ming: Shows dedication to his work and anticipation of growth in his Brain Domain Level.
• Lieutenant Walker: Demonstrates his combat prowess and concern about the abnormal behavior of Cosmic Creatures.

Significant Themes

• The power of civilization and technology, as seen through Lieutenant Walker's use of advanced weaponry to defeat the Dragon Turtle.
• The potential threat posed by the abnormal behavior of Cosmic Creatures, hinting at an underlying issue.

Character Interactions

• Su Ming and the crew: They are startled and concerned when the spaceship is attacked but show relief and admiration for Lieutenant Walker's victory.
• Lieutenant Walker and the Dragon Turtle: Walker demonstrates his superior combat capabilities and technology, ultimately defeating the Dragon Turtle.
• Lieutenant Walker and the research institute: Walker expresses frustration with the institute's slow progress in analyzing the Furball Monster's flesh, suggesting a potential lead in understanding the Cosmic Creatures' abnormal behavior.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wokert's premonition of trouble is confirmed by a message from the Empire's lab, revealing that the Furball Monster's mutation was artificially caused by the Bander Galaxy.
• The Bander Galaxy, despite being a single galaxy, has united with others to form a powerful Galaxy Cluster level force, posing a significant threat.
• Wokert asks the Empire for instructions, and they order him to maintain his current patrol rhythm for three days until an elite unit arrives to take over.
• Su Ming senses an impending crisis and decides to prioritize repairing his mecha.

Character Developments

• Wokert: Shows concern for his army's safety and questions the Empire's orders, demonstrating his responsibility and awareness of the situation's gravity.
• Su Ming: Exhibits foresight and caution, deciding to focus on repairing his mecha in anticipation of the upcoming chaos.

Significant Themes

• Threat and Danger: The Bander Galaxy's actions and the potential war with the Free Federation pose significant threats to the characters and the region.
• Preparation and Adaptation: Characters like Su Ming and Wokert show awareness of the impending danger and take steps to prepare and adapt.

Character Interactions

• Wokert and the Empire's Staff Member: Their conversation reveals the Empire's orders and the gravity of the situation, highlighting Wokert's concern for his army's safety.
• Su Ming and his Mecha: Su Ming's decision to prioritize repairing his mecha shows his personal initiative and foresight, setting the stage for potential interactions with other characters in the chaos to come.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Ming and Warren close their order reception windows to focus on personal growth amidst the looming war.
• Su Ming successfully assembles his mecha, causing powerful energy fluctuations and synchronizing his breathing with the mecha.
• Warren decides to temporarily forgo mecha knowledge to learn advanced mechanical knowledge independently.
• Su Ming enters a state of cultivation and breaks through his realm, causing significant energy fluctuations in the dormitory.

Character Developments

• Su Ming: Demonstrates exceptional focus and ability to enter a cultivation state instantly, syncs with his assembled mecha, and breaks through his realm.
• Warren: Envisions the potential gap between his and Su Ming's mechanical knowledge, decides to learn independently, and shows concern for Su Ming's well-being.

Significant Themes

• Focus and dedication: Both Su Ming and Warren prioritize their personal growth and dedicate themselves to their respective paths.
• Interdependence and independence: Warren recognizes the need to forge his own path and not solely rely on Su Ming's teachings.
• The life-like nature of mechas: The assembled mecha exhibits a unique "breathing" sensation and forms a connection with Su Ming.

Character Interactions

• Su Ming and Warren: Both enter a state of seclusion for personal growth, with Warren showing concern for Su Ming during his breakthrough.
• Soldiers and Su Ming/Warren: Soldiers show concern for Su Ming's well-being during his breakthrough, with Warren assuring them that everything is alright.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Ming successfully assembles his first mecha, gaining a significant boost in spirit, energy, and vitality.
• The Lothar Alliance repels the Free Federation's army led by Brook, surprising the universe.
• The Empire discovers that the Lothar Alliance's super gene potion research is the cause of the cosmic creature abnormalities.

Character Developments

• Su Ming's cultivation realm improves dramatically after successfully assembling his mecha. He upgrades his Body Tempering to Level 4, bringing his Physical Level close to that of a Level 5 Gene Warrior.
• Lieutenant Walker receives orders from the Empire to retreat his troops due to the escalating situation with the escaped cosmic creatures.

Significant Themes

• The power and spirituality of mechas, and the unique benefits they provide to their mechanics upon successful assembly.
• The consequences of unchecked scientific research, as seen in the Lothar Alliance's super gene potion experiments gone awry.

Character Interactions

• Su Ming and Warren discuss the spirituality of mechas and the benefits of assembling them.
• Lieutenant Walker receives orders from the Empire, highlighting the Empire's awareness of the escalating situation and their concern for their troops.