Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• A torrent of water invades the Supernatural Space, drowning several Superpower Users.
• A group of foreigners, including Karl and Bruce from Red High Heels, arrive on a boat, betting on the survival of the fleeing Superpower Users.
• Hu Xian admits to collaborating with Red High Heels to become stronger and justifies his murders.
• Jiang Qiao slaps Hu Xian, igniting a flame that engulfs and kills him and his lackeys.
• Hu Xian, on fire, runs towards the foreigners' boat, setting the surroundings ablaze.
• The foreigners express shock and concern about the flame's Supernatural properties.

Character Developments

• Hu Xian: Becomes more confident and defiant after the foreigners' arrival, justifying his actions and showing no remorse. Dies a gruesome death after being slapped by Jiang Qiao.
• Jiang Qiao: Remains calm and composed, interjecting in the argument between Hu Xian and Xie Feifei, and ultimately causing Hu Xian's demise with a single slap.
• Karl and Bruce: Show arrogance and amusement at the plight of the fleeing Superpower Users, betting on their survival. Express shock and concern when faced with the flame's threat.

Significant Themes

• Power and corruption: Hu Xian's actions and justifications highlight the corrupting influence of power and the moral decay that can result from unchecked ambition.
• The strong preying on the weak: Hu Xian's views on human nature and society reflect a theme of the strong exploiting or eliminating the weak, with no regard for morality or ethics.
• The consequences of one's actions: Hu Xian's death serves as a grim reminder that actions have consequences, and that even the powerful can fall prey to their own hubris.

Character Interactions

• Hu Xian and Jiang Qiao: Jiang Qiao's calm intervention and subsequent slap cause Hu Xian to lose control and ultimately lead to his death.
• Hu Xian and Xie Feifei: Hu Xian's defiance and justifications anger Xie Feifei, but she is hesitant to act due to uncertainty about Hu Xian's alliances and the foreigners' presence.
• Karl, Bruce, and the fleeing Superpower Users: The foreigners' amusement and bets on the Superpower Users' survival highlight their disregard for human life and the value they place on entertainment and competition.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Qiao burns Hu Xian to death using his Tier 1 Hearth Fire Talent in 2 minutes and 14 seconds, surprising those present.
• Survivors of the Supernatural Event, including Ma Wangdong and Ma Jinyan, climb onto the platform. Fifteen out of over twenty make it.
• Foreigners, led by Karl, arrive on a boat, claiming the Supernatural Space as their territory and ordering Xie Feifei and her group to leave.

Character Developments

• Jiang Qiao: Demonstrates his immense power and nonchalance, instilling fear in others.
• Feng Liang and Tang Pi: Realize the extent of Jiang Qiao's power and fear for their lives.
• Xie Feifei: Recognizes Jiang Qiao's extraordinary strength and understands why he was sent to negotiate with him.
• Ma Jinyan: Becomes more comfortable around Jiang Qiao and recounts the events leading to their escape.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and fear: Jiang Qiao's display of power instills fear in those around him, highlighting the theme of power dynamics and the fear it can instill.
• Territorial claims: The foreigners claim the Supernatural Space as their territory, contrasting with Xie Feifei's assertion that it belongs to Dragon Country.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Qiao and Xie Feifei: They discuss the situation and Xie Feifei asks Jiang Qiao for his thoughts on the matter.
• Jiang Qiao and Ma Jinyan: Jiang Qiao pulls Ma Jinyan up and asks him about the events leading to their escape.
• Karl and Xie Feifei: Karl orders Xie Feifei and her group to leave the territory, while Xie Feifei asserts that it belongs to Dragon Country.
• Jiang Qiao and the Nun: Jiang Qiao notices the Nun on the boat and finds her terrifying.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Qiao meets Karl, a representative of Red High Heels, on a boat to the Supernatural Space.
• Karl tries to befriend Jiang Qiao, offering friendship and a gift, but secretly plans to manipulate him.
• Jiang Qiao sees through Karl's intentions and openly mocks him, revealing that he knows about Red High Heels' manipulative tactics.
• Karl, enraged, threatens Jiang Qiao with the consequences of offending Red High Heels.

Character Developments

• Jiang Qiao demonstrates his intelligence and quick thinking, seeing through Karl's schemes and turning the tables on him.
• Karl reveals his manipulative nature and lack of genuine friendship, showing his true colors when provoked.
• Bruce, a burly man accompanying Karl, displays loyalty but also a lack of understanding of the situation, showing he's not as cunning as Karl.

Significant Themes

• Manipulation vs. Honesty: Jiang Qiao's honesty and straightforwardness contrast with Karl's manipulative tactics, highlighting the theme of genuine vs. false intentions.
• Power Dynamics: The interaction between Jiang Qiao and Karl showcases the power dynamics at play, with Jiang Qiao using his strength and intelligence to assert his dominance.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Qiao and Karl's interaction is tense and confrontational, with Jiang Qiao openly mocking Karl and exposing his schemes.
• Karl's interaction with Bruce shows a power dynamic, with Karl snapping at Bruce when he asks a question, indicating Karl's authority but also his lack of respect for his companions.
• Jiang Qiao's interaction with Xie Feifei and Xie Shanshan is brief but shows camaraderie, with Xie Shanshan laughing at Jiang Qiao's taunts towards Karl.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Qiao and his group encounter a horde of ghosts emerging from the water and climbing towards them on the stairs of a Mountain God Temple.
• The ghosts are guided by an unknown force, likely Hu Xian and the foreigners they're working with, exploiting loopholes in the Supernatural Space.
• The group fights back, with Jiang Qiao casually killing several Malevolent Ghosts. He observes the methods of Feng Liang, the Xie Sisters, and the Official personnel.
• Jiang Qiao realizes that the Temple wants normal corpses, not ashes, and speculates that it wants more dead people in front of the idol as a sacrifice.
• He creates a sea of fire on the stairs, efficiently killing the climbing ghosts.

Character Developments

• Jiang Qiao demonstrates his calm and analytical nature, even in the face of danger. He observes and understands the strengths of those around him and the situation at hand.
• Feng Liang, the "Corpse Stitcher," shows his unique ability to stitch Malevolent Ghosts together, slowing and eventually stopping them.
• The Xie Sisters use wooden daggers with a strong suppressing effect on Malevolent Ghosts.
• The Official personnel use superior Supernatural Items, such as Double-barreled Shotguns, to effectively fight the ghosts.
• Ma Jinyan and his uncle show signs of supernatural erosion while using their abilities, indicating their vulnerability.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics between civilian Superpower Users and Official personnel, with the latter having access to superior Supernatural Items.
• The instinctive connection between the ghosts and the Supernatural Space, driving them to attack those who threaten their space.
• The theme of sacrifice, with the Temple seemingly wanting more dead people in front of the idol.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Qiao interacts with Xie Feifei, discussing the situation and the nature of the ghosts' attack.
• The group fights together against the ghosts, each using their unique abilities and methods.
• Jiang Qiao observes and takes note of the strengths and methods of those around him, particularly Feng Liang and the Xie Sisters.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A powerful nun, part of the "Red High Heels" organization, joins the battle against Jiang Qiao.
• The nun's intervention extinguishes the flames that Jiang Qiao had been using to combat the Malevolent Ghosts.
• Jiang Qiao acknowledges the nun's strength and unique Supernatural power, but remains calm and confident.

Character Developments

• The nun reveals her advanced Supernatural abilities and her connection to deities, showing she's a formidable opponent.
• Jiang Qiao demonstrates his extensive knowledge of Supernatural powers and his ability to adapt his strategies on the fly.

Significant Themes

• The struggle between different Supernatural powers and their users.
• The influence of deities and divine guidance on Supernatural users.
• The concept of 'eternal peace' and the consequences of excessive Supernatural power.

Character Interactions

• The nun and Jiang Qiao clash, revealing their respective powers and understanding of the Supernatural.
• The nun's presence instills fear and unease in her allies, highlighting her unique status within the "Red High Heels" organization.
• Jiang Qiao's calm demeanor in the face of the nun's power shows his confidence and experience in dealing with powerful opponents.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Nun, Karl, and Bella, powerful Superpower Users, attack the group of 40 Investigators.
• Jiang Qiao intercepts the Nun, saving the others from immediate annihilation.
• Karl and Bella fight against the Investigators, showcasing their unique abilities.
• Xie Feifei and Xie Shanshan use their Supernatural Items and abilities to hold their ground against Karl.
• Feng Liang and others face Bella, who uses a green mist to incapacitate and kill their comrades.

Character Developments

• Jiang Qiao demonstrates her strength and bravery by facing the Nun alone.
• Karl reveals his wax figure-like body and taunts his opponents.
• Bella shows contempt for her opponents and uses her mist ability to overpower them.
• Xie Feifei and Xie Shanshan work together, using their Supernatural Items and abilities to outmaneuver Karl.
• Feng Liang becomes enraged and determined to defeat Bella.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics between different Superpower Users.
• The importance of teamwork and strategy in combat.
• The use of Supernatural Items and abilities to gain an advantage in battle.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Qiao faces the Nun alone, showing her determination and skill.
• Karl and the Xie Sisters engage in a cat-and-mouse game, with Karl underestimating his opponents initially.
• Feng Liang and others struggle against Bella, with Feng Liang growing increasingly frustrated.
• The Xie Sisters work together to outmaneuver Karl, demonstrating their teamwork and strategy.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Feng Liang, an Evolver, uses the Curse of the Corpse Stitcher against Bella, attempting to seal her senses and mobility.
• Bella, despite being affected, quickly breaks free and reveals three Malevolent Ghosts tattooed on her body, shocking Feng Liang.
• Jiang Qiao, fighting the Nun, notices Bella's unusual ghost situation and deduces the Red High Heels' method of dealing with Malevolent Ghosts.

Character Developments

• Feng Liang: Shows his confidence and power as an Evolver, using a powerful Curse. However, he underestimates Bella and is shocked by her resilience and ghost possession.
• Bella: Demonstrates her unique connection with Malevolent Ghosts, possessing three of them, and shows resilience against Feng Liang's Curse.
• Jiang Qiao: Reveals his keen observation skills and understanding of the Red High Heels' methods, impressing the Nun and showing his prowess as a top Awakener.

Significant Themes

• Power and Confidence: Feng Liang's overconfidence leads to his underestimation of Bella, while Jiang Qiao's calm assessment of the situation shows his wisdom and experience.
• Adaptation and Innovation: The Red High Heels' method of dealing with Malevolent Ghosts shows their adaptability and innovative thinking in the face of powerful supernatural threats.

Character Interactions

• Feng Liang vs. Bella: Feng Liang attempts to use his Curse against Bella, but she quickly adapts and counters, shocking him.
• Jiang Qiao vs. The Nun: Jiang Qiao impresses the Nun with his understanding of the Red High Heels' methods, leading to a tense exchange between them as she tries to determine if he has an informant within their organization.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Qiao reveals he figured out Bella's condition and the nun's plan to sever a Malevolent Ghost.
• The nun tries to summon a powerful entity from a Scripture to capture Jiang Qiao.
• Jiang Qiao uses his Hearth Fire to try and stop the entity's manifestation, but it proves ineffective.
• The entity successfully manifests and enters the real world.

Character Developments

• Jiang Qiao demonstrates his knowledge of supernatural methods and his power's limitations.
• The nun shows her determination to capture Jiang Qiao and reveals her plans to "cleanse" enemies of the Red High Heels upon her return.

Significant Themes

• The power of knowledge and understanding in the Supernatural Era.
• The consequences of manipulating supernatural forces.
• The potential dangers of Superpower Users and their organizations.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Qiao and the nun engage in a battle of wits and power, with the nun underestimating Jiang Qiao's capabilities.
• The nun's overconfidence leads her to believe she has the upper hand, only to be shocked by the entity's manifestation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Qiao uses the hearth fire and his 'Bricklayer' ability to trap and send the malevolent ghost into the abyss.
• He then captures and severely injures the Nun using his Hearth Fire, causing her to retreat.
• In the arena, Xie Feifei and Xie Shanshan fight Karl, while Feng Liang defends against Bella. Other Superpower Users are overwhelmed and killed by "Red High Heels" members.

Character Developments

• Jiang Qiao demonstrates his cunning and power, outsmarting the Nun and turning the tide of the battle.
• The Nun shows vulnerability, retreating after sustaining heavy injuries.
• Xie Feifei and Xie Shanshan display exceptional teamwork and strength against Karl.
• Other Superpower Users show resilience but are ultimately overwhelmed and killed.

Significant Themes

• The power of cunning and strategy over brute force.
• The vulnerability of the powerful when caught off guard.
• The importance of teamwork and unity in the face of overwhelming odds.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Qiao and the Nun: Jiang Qiao outsmarts and injures the Nun, causing her to retreat.
• Xie Feifei and Xie Shanshan vs. Karl: The sisters fight together, pushing Karl back but unable to finish him off.
• Other Superpower Users vs. "Red High Heels": The Superpower Users are overwhelmed and killed despite their best efforts.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Karl, a member of "Red High Heels," is shocked to see the Nun running, as he knows their strength and considers them invincible.
• Xie Feifei and Xie Shanshan exploit Karl's distraction, with Xie Feifei stabbing him in the eye and Xie Shanshan using her supernatural means to curse him, leading to his death.
• Jiang Qiao appears, having defeated the Nun, and strides across the waves towards the platform, shocking "Red High Heels" members.
• Bella tries to negotiate with Jiang Qiao to let the Nun go, but he dismisses their request.

Character Developments

• Karl's overconfidence in the Nuns' strength leads to his downfall.
• Jiang Qiao's actions instill fear and respect from both the Xie Sisters and "Red High Heels" members.
• Bella's attempt at negotiation shows her desperation and lack of understanding of Jiang Qiao's resolve.

Significant Themes

• Overconfidence leading to downfall (Karl, "Red High Heels" members).
• The power of surprise and disruption in battle (Jiang Qiao's appearance).
• The importance of adaptability and quick thinking in changing situations (Xie Feifei and Xie Shanshan's quick response to Karl's distraction).

Character Interactions

• Xie Feifei and Xie Shanshan work seamlessly together to take down Karl and another "Red High Heels" member.
• Jiang Qiao's presence intimidates both the Xie Sisters and "Red High Heels" members, shifting the power dynamics.
• Bella's attempt at negotiation with Jiang Qiao highlights the desperation of "Red High Heels" members and their lack of understanding of Jiang Qiao's resolve.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Red High Heels, a foreign organization, attacks Dragon Country to seize Supernatural Space and kill officials.
• Bella, a representative of Red High Heels, threatens Jiang Qiao, but he remains unfazed.
• Jiang Qiao kills the Nun, a powerful member of Red High Heels, using his Hearth Fire.
• Bella tries to escape but is trapped by the rising flood and surrounded by flames.
• Jiang Qiao spares Bella to interrogate her and leaves the rest of Red High Heels to die in the flames.
• Survivors from both sides, including Ma Wangdong and Ma Jinyan, are left standing.

Character Developments

• Jiang Qiao demonstrates his immense power and ruthlessness, burning Red High Heels members without hesitation.
• Bella shows confidence in Red High Heels' strength and strategy but is ultimately captured.
• Ma Wangdong and Ma Jinyan survive the battle and express admiration for Jiang Qiao's power.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics between official organizations and supernatural groups.
• The chaos and unpredictability of the supernatural world.
• The consequences of underestimating one's opponents.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Qiao and Bella engage in a tense standoff, with Bella trying to intimidate Jiang Qiao and Jiang Qiao remaining calm and dismissive.
• Jiang Qiao shows no mercy to Red High Heels members, burning them alive without remorse.
• Ma Wangdong and Ma Jinyan express their admiration for Jiang Qiao's power and survival skills.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The water level in the supernatural space is rising, threatening to flood the platform and the temple.
• Jiang Qiao suggests that controlling the mountain god temple could stop the flood.
• Xie Feifei considers gaining preliminary control of the supernatural space to protect herself and her sister.

Character Developments

• Xie Feifei shows courage and decisiveness in facing the rising water and considering controlling the supernatural space.
• Jiang Qiao reveals more about his knowledge of supernatural spaces and their control, showing his expertise and experience.

Significant Themes

• Control vs. Freedom: Controlling the supernatural space offers protection but also confines the controller within it.
• Risk vs. Reward: Gaining control of the space carries risks but also provides benefits, such as increased safety and power.

Character Interactions

• Xie Feifei and Jiang Qiao discuss the possibilities and consequences of controlling the supernatural space.
• Xie Shanshan asks Jiang Qiao why he doesn't want to control the space himself, showing her curiosity and understanding of the situation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Qiao and Xie Feifei enter the Mountain God Temple to control the Supernatural Space.
• Upon entering, the temple dims rapidly, and the main door closes.
• Jiang Qiao guides Xie Feifei to meditate and approach the Supernatural Source within the idol's coffin.
• After Xie Feifei is placed in the coffin, the temple's atmosphere changes, and a pair of dead person's feet appear, running towards Jiang Qiao.
• Jiang Qiao uses fire to burn and his short knife to chop off the feet, which turn to ash.

Character Developments

• Jiang Qiao demonstrates his knowledge of the Path of Incense and Fire, revealing his familiarity with becoming a Demigod.
• Xie Feifei shows mental fortitude and follows Jiang Qiao's guidance in meditating and approaching the Supernatural Source.

Significant Themes

• The power of belief and incense in the Supernatural World.
• The danger of the Mountain God Temple and its supernatural entities.
• The importance of mental fortitude and focus in approaching the Supernatural Source.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Qiao and Xie Feifei work together to control the Supernatural Space, with Jiang Qiao guiding Xie Feifei through the process.
• Jiang Qiao protects Xie Feifei from the dead person's feet, showcasing his combat skills and quick thinking.
• The Survivors outside the temple react with fear and unease to the sudden darkness and the closing of the main door.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Qiao discovers that the Supernatural Space's Eighth Tier entity is related to a well leading to the Abyss.
• He realizes that an Evil Entity opened the well, causing a Supernatural Space to form, and then fell into Deep Sleep, explaining the space's ownerless state and permission theft.
• Jiang Qiao encounters a Malevolent Ghost in the temple, which he kills by embedding it in the floor with mud and flames.

Character Developments

• Jiang Qiao demonstrates his analytical skills and combat prowess against the Malevolent Ghost.
• Other characters (Xie Shanshan, Feng Liang, Ma Wangdong) are shown to be anxious and worried about the ongoing situation, revealing their fears and concerns.

Significant Themes

• The struggle against supernatural forces and the unknown.
• The consequences of human actions (e.g., Hu Xian's collusion with foreigners causing trouble for others).
• The theme of perseverance and determination in the face of adversity (e.g., Xie Shanshan's encouragement to herself).

Character Interactions

• Jiang Qiao interacts with the Malevolent Ghost, showcasing his ability to overcome its curse and defeat it.
• The other characters are shown to be isolated and anxious, with their thoughts revealing their individual concerns and fears, but they do not interact with each other in this chapter.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Qiao hears persistent knocking at the Temple door after dealing with Malevolent Ghosts.
• The knocking intensifies, with more hands joining, and supernatural phenomena occur inside the Temple.
• The candle on the offering table burns rapidly, threatening to extinguish and fail Xie Feifei's ritual.
• Jiang Qiao attempts to seal the door but is injured by the Malevolent Ghosts' power.
• The knocking changes to violent smashing, indicating a more powerful entity.

Character Developments

• Jiang Qiao demonstrates caution and strategic thinking, choosing not to confront the unknown Malevolent Ghosts immediately.
• He shows determination and resilience, attempting to seal the door despite the risk of injury.
• Jiang Qiao's supernatural power, the Hearth Fire, is revealed to be effective against the Malevolent Ghosts.

Significant Themes

• The power of supernatural entities and the danger they pose.
• The importance of rituals and props in controlling supernatural phenomena.
• The struggle between Jiang Qiao and the Malevolent Ghosts, reflecting the theme of survival and perseverance.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Qiao interacts with the Malevolent Ghosts through the Temple door, demonstrating his resolve and power.
• The chapter does not feature interactions with other characters, focusing solely on Jiang Qiao's confrontation with the supernatural entities.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xie Feifei finds herself in the boundless, desolate Supernatural Space, unable to sense her physical body or direction.
• She remembers Jiang Qiao's instructions to visualize the will of the space, but struggles as she can't perceive it anymore.
• After contemplation, she decides to visualize herself as the will, attempting to understand and mimic its indifference.
• Meanwhile, Jiang Qiao is engaged in a fierce battle with Malevolent Ghosts outside a Wooden Door, pushing his Talent to its extreme.

Character Developments

• Xie Feifei: She demonstrates resilience and determination in facing the unknown and abstract, eventually finding a way to connect with the will of the space.
• Jiang Qiao: He shows his strategic thinking and understanding of Supernatural phenomena, pushing his Talent to its limits to gain new insights.

Significant Themes

• The abstract nature of Supernatural phenomena and the need to adapt and understand them on their own terms.
• The importance of perseverance and resilience in the face of uncertainty and difficulty.
• The concept of visualization and its potential in the Supernatural Era.

Character Interactions

• Although not physically present, Jiang Qiao's guidance and Xie Feifei's internal dialogue about his instructions drive her actions and development in this chapter.
• The Malevolent Ghosts outside the Wooden Door serve as a catalyst for Jiang Qiao's growth and understanding of his Talent.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Qiao faces a powerful Malevolent Ghost that smashes the door and injures him.
• The Ghost enters, withstands Hearth Fire, and approaches Jiang Qiao.
• Jiang Qiao retreats to the Idol, planning to protect Xie Feifei's coffin and offering table.
• The Ghost melts and tries to merge with the Idol, which Jiang Qiao prevents using Bricklayer Supernatural ability.

Character Developments

• Jiang Qiao shows concern for Xie Feifei's safety, indicating a shift in his priorities.
• Jiang Qiao's Power is reduced, forcing him to adapt and strategize.

Significant Themes

• The struggle between Jiang Qiao's self-interest and his newfound concern for others.
• The limitations of Jiang Qiao's Power and his need to adapt.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Qiao's actions protect Xie Feifei, showing a level of care and responsibility.
• Jiang Qiao's internal monologue reveals his frustration with his reduced Power and his determination to succeed.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Qiao successfully blocks the Malevolent Ghost, but it tries to merge with the idol.
• Xie Feifei emerges from the coffin, having gained permissions from the Mountain God Temple.
• She uses her new powers to banish the Malevolent Ghost and restore the temple to its original state.
• The flood outside recedes, and the space returns to normal.
• Some survivors, including Feng Liang and Tang Pi, disappear, seemingly taken by the Malevolent Ghost into the well.

Character Developments

• Jiang Qiao remains calm and strategic, focusing on reacting to the Malevolent Ghost's actions.
• Xie Feifei gains significant power and becomes associated with the Mountain God Temple, taking a step towards godhood.
• Xie Shanshan is relieved and excited about her sister's success and safety.

Significant Themes

• The power of the Mountain God Temple and the potential dangers it poses.
• The struggle between Xie Feifei and the Malevolent Ghost for control of the space.
• The consequences of the Malevolent Ghost's actions and the looming threat from the well.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Qiao and Xie Feifei work together to deal with the Malevolent Ghost, with Jiang Qiao providing guidance and Xie Feifei using her new powers.
• Xie Shanshan and Xie Feifei reunite, expressing their relief and excitement at Xie Feifei's success.
• The survivors outside the temple celebrate their rescue, unaware of the ongoing threat.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Qiao is sent back to Gongde Town by Xie Feifei.
• Jiang Qiao reveals he has secretly created a backdoor in the Mountain God Temple, allowing him to steal power from the Supernatural Space.
• Xie Feifei and Xie Shanshan discuss Jiang Qiao's unusual nature and decide to report him to Headquarters while maintaining a friendly relationship.

Character Developments

• Jiang Qiao: He demonstrates his cunning and strategic thinking by creating a backdoor to steal power from the Supernatural Space without Xie Feifei's knowledge. He also reveals his eerie presence, which unnerves Xie Feifei.
• Xie Feifei: She gains control of the Mountain God Temple but feels uneasy about Jiang Qiao's true intentions. She decides to report him to Headquarters while maintaining a cooperative relationship.
• Xie Shanshan: She expresses concern for her sister and agrees with Xie Feifei's assessment of Jiang Qiao's strangeness. She also acknowledges Jiang Qiao's vast knowledge of the supernatural.

Significant Themes

• Mystery and Deception: Jiang Qiao's true intentions and his backdoor in the Mountain God Temple create an atmosphere of mystery and deception.
• Trust and Caution: Xie Feifei and Xie Shanshan struggle with trusting Jiang Qiao while also being cautious about his true motives.

Character Interactions

• Xie Feifei and Xie Shanshan: The sisters discuss Jiang Qiao's unusual nature and decide on a course of action regarding their relationship with him.
• Jiang Qiao and Xie Feifei: Although not present in this chapter, their interaction earlier in the chapter sets the stage for Xie Feifei's suspicions about Jiang Qiao.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Qiao receives a detailed document about the origin of supernatural phenomena, including information about the Black Pupil Club and its suspected backup location in Huai Prefecture, Ugly State.
• The document reveals that the Black Pupil Club might have orchestrated supernatural-related murder cases and experiments, with some involving sacrifice scenes.
• The document details the history of the Chilton family, whose ancestor arrived in the New World on the Mayflower, and their connection to the Black Pupil Club.
• The document suggests that the Chilton family's farm, where a tragedy occurred in 1901, holds a great secret, and a church was built on the site as a gathering place.
• Jiang Qiao decides to travel to Huai Prefecture to investigate further.

Character Developments

• Jiang Qiao shows curiosity and determination in pursuing the truth about the Black Pupil Club and its connection to the supernatural.
• No significant character developments are shown in this chapter.

Significant Themes

• The supernatural and its connection to human history and society.
• The pursuit of truth and knowledge despite potential dangers.
• The power dynamics and secrets of hidden organizations.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Qiao interacts with the Official, who provides him with the document and later arranges for him to travel to Huai Prefecture.
• No other character interactions are shown in this chapter.