Ch. 181Intimidation

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Xuan Ye takes over the Mad Wind Mercenary Group's tent in the Black Market.
  • Mad Wind and his group are surrounded by other mercenary groups and experts at night, demanding a share of the materials Xuan Ye collected.
  • Xuan Ye, disguised as Aitiya, emerges from the tent, startling the surrounding crowd.

Character Developments

  • Mad Wind: Realizes the danger of his actions and the consequences of underestimating the Black Market's players. Feels trapped and desperate.
  • Xuan Ye: Continues to strengthen his wings, crafting three more Autonomous Nodes. Disguises himself as Aitiya to protect his identity.

Significant Themes

  • Greed and desperation in the Black Market, leading to conflict and potential violence.
  • The power dynamics between mercenary groups and the consequences of underestimating one's opponents.
  • The importance of maintaining a low profile and protecting one's identity in a dangerous environment.

Character Interactions

  • Xuan Ye and Mad Wind: Xuan Ye's actions put Mad Wind in a precarious position, leading to a standoff between Mad Wind's group and other mercenary groups.
  • Mad Wind and the surrounding mercenary groups: Mad Wind is cornered and pressured by the other groups, who demand a share of the materials Xuan Ye collected.
  • Xuan Ye and Aitiya: Xuan Ye summons Aitiya to keep watch while he crafts the Autonomous Nodes. Aitiya's appearance is brief and listless.

Ch. 182First Experience

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Aitiya emerges from her barrier to find a crowd outside, including three leaders making demands.
  • Big Bear is scared and won't eat, so Aitiya turns to confront the intruders.
  • An old man fires poisoned arrows at Big Bear, which Aitiya deflects effortlessly.
  • Xuan Ye, enraged by the interruption of his experiment, strikes down a cloaked figure with a lightning attack.
  • The old man apologizes and leaves to fetch valuables, while others scatter.
  • Xuan Ye leaves the charred figure for Mad Wind to handle.

Character Developments

  • Aitiya shows no fear of the crowd and protects Big Bear, demonstrating her strength and courage.
  • Xuan Ye reveals his powerful lightning attack and his ability to mark people with a tracking potion.
  • Mad Wind shows caution and deference towards Xuan Ye and Aitiya.

Significant Themes

  • Strength and power dynamics: Aitiya's display of strength changes the power dynamics, making the intruders back down.
  • Trust and deception: Xuan Ye marks the old man with a tracking potion, showing his wariness of deception.
  • Fear and its consequences: The old man's fear leads him to attack Big Bear, with severe consequences.

Character Interactions

  • Aitiya and Big Bear: Aitiya shows concern for Big Bear's well-being and protects him.
  • Aitiya and the intruders: Aitiya confronts the intruders, showing no fear and protecting her territory.
  • Xuan Ye and the intruders: Xuan Ye's powerful display of force intimidates the intruders and makes them back down.
  • Xuan Ye and Mad Wind: Xuan Ye entrusts Mad Wind with handling the charred figure, showing a level of trust.

Ch. 183Shovel Officer

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Xuan Ye acquires a rare book on poison crafting from an old man in the Black Market.
  • Mad Wind, a Five-Star Professional Rank expert, decides to follow Xuan Ye after witnessing his power.
  • Xuan Ye hires Mad Wind as his 'Shovel Officer' after some consideration and signs a Magic Contract with him.

Character Developments

  • Xuan Ye: Shows growing confidence and influence, now capable of hiring a Five-Star Professional Rank expert.
  • Mad Wind: Demonstrates initiative and desperation, willing to stake everything on Xuan Ye's potential.

Significant Themes

  • Power dynamics and influence in the Professional Rank.
  • Opportunism and desperation in the face of potential greatness.
  • Trust and loyalty in the context of employment and contracts.

Character Interactions

  • Xuan Ye and Mad Wind: Xuan Ye is initially dismissive of Mad Wind but eventually hires him after considering his potential usefulness. Mad Wind is eager to please and prove his worth.
  • Xuan Ye and Big Bear: Xuan Ye includes Big Bear in the Magic Contract, suggesting he considers the bear a part of his team and wants to ensure Mad Wind's loyalty.

Ch. 184Neutral Port

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Xuan Ye and his group travel from the Desert of the Dead to Senran Port, taking two months.
  • Xuan Ye breaks through to Five-Star, and Aitiya reaches Six-Star due to their contract.
  • They arrive at Senran Port, a free port with a Professional Expert guardian, and encounter wanted posters for Sharu and Kend with a ten thousand gold bounty.
  • They stay at an inn called Homecoming, run by an old acquaintance of Mad Wind, Old John.

Character Developments

  • Xuan Ye improves his physical capabilities by condensing his fifth Inner Mansion Core, the Agility Core.
  • Aitiya's talent allows her to reach Six-Star due to their contract with Xuan Ye.
  • Mad Wind feels demoralized by Xuan Ye and Aitiya's rapid advancement.

Significant Themes

  • The importance of contracts and talent in professional advancement (Xuan Ye and Aitiya).
  • The role of Professional Experts in maintaining order and peace (Senran Port's guardian).
  • The value of wealth and bounties (ten thousand gold bounty for Sharu and Kend).

Character Interactions

  • Xuan Ye and Aitiya's bond strengthens as they advance together.
  • Mad Wind feels inferior to Xuan Ye and Aitiya's rapid progress.
  • Xuan Ye and Mad Wind maintain a friendly, respectful relationship.
  • Old John and Mad Wind reunite, showing camaraderie and mutual respect.

Ch. 185Students

Key Plot Points and Events

  • A group of young, Professional Rank students from Dream Island gather at the 'Homecoming' inn, discussing their desire to join the pursuit of a Six-Star Professional criminal.
  • Aide, a Four-Star student, warns them about underestimating the criminal and shares his knowledge about the target's 'Power of Frenzy' bloodline.
  • One student mentions seeing a woman resembling Aitiya, prompting Aide to investigate.

Character Developments

  • The students display their youthful confidence and eagerness, but also show respect for Aide's experience and authority.
  • Aide shows a mix of maturity and vanity, enjoying the admiration of his juniors while also seeking to impress them with his knowledge.

Significant Themes

  • Youth and Experience: The students' eagerness contrasts with Aide's caution, highlighting the tension between youthful confidence and the need for experience.
  • Rank and Power: The students' ranks and potential power are emphasized, showing the influence and strength of Dream Island.

Character Interactions

  • The students interact with Aide, showing respect and seeking his guidance.
  • Aide interacts with the students, displaying a mix of maturity and vanity, and showing interest in the woman resembling Aitiya.
  • Xuan Ye and Aitiya interact briefly, with Xuan Ye planning to ask Aitiya about Dream Island.

Ch. 186Surging

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Aide encounters Mad Wind, a Five-Star Expert, and realizes Aitiya might be alive, causing him to hesitate in his plans.
  • Aide learns that Sharu, the wanted criminal, is nearby and has obtained a potion that could help him reach Professional Rank.
  • Xuan Ye, aware of Sharu's plan to stir up trouble, decides to investigate further.
  • Aide, with Uncle Shadow's protection, plans to lure Dream Island's mentors to Sharu's location to clear his name and protect Aitiya.

Character Developments

  • Aide's confidence is shaken by Mad Wind's presence, and he becomes more cautious about his plans.
  • Xuan Ye, having tangled with Sharu before, understands Sharu's plan and decides to gather more information.
  • Aide shows a mix of ruthlessness and cleverness in his decision to involve Dream Island's mentors.

Significant Themes

  • The theme of power dynamics and the importance of strength is highlighted through Mad Wind's presence and Aide's realization of Aitiya's potential survival.
  • The theme of manipulation and deception is evident in Sharu's plan to use himself as bait to stir up trouble.

Character Interactions

  • Aide's interaction with Mad Wind causes him to reevaluate his plans and become more cautious.
  • Aide's interaction with Uncle Shadow shows his ability to consider others' advice and adapt his plans accordingly.
  • Xuan Ye's interaction with Mad Wind provides him with valuable information about Sharu's plan.

Ch. 187Bait

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Xuan Ye and his team arrive in Senran Port, where they plan to track down a group of students and their mentors from Dream Island Academy.
  • The students, led by Aide, encounter Sharu. Kend, the wanted criminal they're tracking, in the Demon Forest.
  • Sharu. Kend kills one of the students and reveals that a Professional Rank Thief, Uncle Shadow, is already engaged in combat with another Thief.

Character Developments

  • Xuan Ye realizes he's different now that he's back in human society, with his increased combat power.
  • Aide, the leader of the student group, shows his inexperience and impulsiveness when facing a real threat.
  • Sharu. Kend demonstrates his calm and calculating nature, using the students' inexperience to his advantage.

Significant Themes

  • The difference in strength and experience between the students and Professional Rank powerhouses.
  • The dangers of underestimating opponents and overestimating one's abilities.

Character Interactions

  • Xuan Ye and Mad Wind work together to track the student group.
  • Aide and his team interact, showing their excitement and inexperience in a real combat situation.
  • Sharu. Kend interacts with the students, toying with them and revealing information about the ongoing battle between Professional Rank Thieves.

Ch. 188The Difference Between the Combat Faction and the Academy Faction

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Aide, a student from the Academy Faction, leads a group to capture a wanted criminal, Sharu Kend, but is shocked when Sharu stops Uncle Shadow, a Professional Rank expert.
  • Sharu reveals that his target is the four Professional Rank mentors, not Aide's group.
  • Sharu uses a scroll to poison Aide's group, causing chaos and injury among the students.
  • Aide is injured but uses a defensive scroll to protect himself. Sharu uses another scroll, targeting Aide's companions, incapacitating most of them.
  • Aide's fighting spirit wanes as he realizes the disparity between the Academy Faction and the Combat Faction.

Character Developments

  • Aide: Initially confident and reckless, Aide becomes more cautious and fearful as he faces Sharu's strength and tactics. He begins to understand the difference between the Academy Faction and the Combat Faction.
  • Sharu Kend: Sharu demonstrates his strategic thinking, tactical prowess, and strength, outmaneuvering and outfighting Aide and his group.

Significant Themes

  • The difference between the Academy Faction and the Combat Faction: The Academy Faction, despite having powerful mentors, lacks practical combat experience and coordination, while the Combat Faction is more battle-hardened and strategic.
  • The importance of experience and adaptability: Aide's lack of real-world combat experience and adaptability leads to his downfall, while Sharu's experience and adaptability allow him to turn the tables.

Character Interactions

  • Aide and Sharu Kend: Their interaction highlights the power dynamics and skill gaps between the Academy Faction and the Combat Faction. Sharu's calm and calculated demeanor contrasts with Aide's growing panic and desperation.
  • Aide and his companions: Aide's companions are largely ineffective, failing to support him or ignite their Burning Cores, leading to Aide's resentment and despair.

Ch. 189189. Demonic Nature

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Metallic feathers envelop the group, signaling the third Professional-level encounter.
  • A one-eyed, scruffy man (Harry Hard) appears, revealing ties to Dream Island.
  • A pile of flesh attacks Harry Hard, revealing an 'Ed' possessed by a demonic entity.
  • The demonic entity excites upon infecting Harry Hard, aiming to devour high-level experts.

Character Developments

  • Gale is awestruck by the presence of Professional-level powerhouses.
  • Xuan Ye demonstrates understanding of Professional-level dynamics and strategies.
  • Harry Hard, initially confident, is caught off guard and infected by the demonic entity.
  • 'Ed' is revealed to be possessed, showcasing the demon's ability to control multiple avatars.

Significant Themes

  • The rarity and power of Professional-level experts.
  • The struggle between divine and demonic forces.
  • The consequences of underestimating opponents.

Character Interactions

  • Xuan Ye and Gale discuss the situation, with Xuan Ye displaying strategic insight.
  • Harry Hard interacts with 'Ed', initially dismissive but later taken aback by the demon's attack.
  • The demonic entity manipulates 'Ed' and other avatars, showcasing its cunning and power.

Ch. 190Auxiliary Support

Chapter Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

  • McLean, a mentor, faces a strange creature on a battlefield.
  • The creature has unusual powers and can regenerate from any severed part.
  • Xuan Ye, Aitiya, and a Death Knight appear, helping McLean.
  • Xuan Ye uses a powerful Dragon Language Magic to defeat the creature in one strike.

Character Developments

  • McLean: Struggles against the creature, underestimates Xuan Ye's strength.
  • Xuan Ye: Shows immense power, defeating a Professional Rank-level creature with ease.
  • Aitiya: Briefly mentioned, her appearance has changed, and she's reached Six-Star.

Significant Themes

  • The power gap between Occupational and Professional ranks.
  • The peculiarity of the creatures' powers and their connection to Divine Envoys.
  • The importance of communication and understanding in teamwork, as seen in McLean's and Xuan Ye's interaction.

Character Interactions

  • McLean and Xuan Ye: McLean underestimates Xuan Ye's strength, leading to a comedic situation where Xuan Ye ends up being the main combatant.
  • Xuan Ye and the creature: Xuan Ye shows no fear, easily defeating the creature with a powerful spell.
  • McLean and Aitiya: McLean recognizes Aitiya as a student but doesn't get a chance to ask about her situation.

Ch. 191Prelude

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Harry Hard, a powerful warrior, faces a cunning, flesh-manipulating creature.
  • The creature is revealed to be possessed by something sinister, controlling Kuzuke Rosen, the lord of Stanrose City.
  • Xuan Ye, a Professional Rank mage, uses his knowledge of Shadow Divine Art to help seal the creature.

Character Developments

  • Harry Hard demonstrates his strength and strategic thinking, trying to find an opening to close in on the creature.
  • Xuan Ye reveals his understanding of Shadow Divine Art and plays a crucial role in sealing the creature.

Significant Themes

  • The struggle against overwhelming odds and finding opportunities to turn the tide.
  • The dangers of possession and corruption by sinister forces.
  • The importance of knowledge and understanding in countering unusual threats.

Character Interactions

  • Harry Hard, Laimu (Light Archmage), McLean (Floating Archmage), and Xuan Ye (Professional Rank mage) team up to face the creature.
  • Xuan Ye's casual demeanor contrasts with the seriousness of the other experts, highlighting his unique perspective and capabilities.

Ch. 192Projection

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Xuan Ye defeats the Abyssal Demon controlling Horisuke's body using his Divine Art technique.
  • The Demon escapes by using Mind Projection, leaving Horisuke's body.
  • Horisuke, still alive but near death, asks Xuan Ye to help his family if they're in danger.
  • Xuan Ye helps Horisuke find release from his tortured state.
  • In a border town, the Demon God's Remnant Will possesses a woman's body, but it's weak and can only last for three days.
  • Gypsy, an attendant from Xuan Ye's Scavenger Squad, confronts the possessed woman and plans to absorb the Demon's residual will.

Character Developments

  • Xuan Ye demonstrates his growth and power, defeating Professional Rank experts and the Abyssal Demon.
  • Horisuke shows his determination and willpower, asking for Xuan Ye's help before passing away.
  • Gypsy reveals his true form and intentions, showing he's not just an ordinary attendant.

Significant Themes

  • The struggle against powerful, otherworldly forces.
  • The consequences of failing to adapt to change and the passage of time.
  • The importance of fulfilling promises and helping those in need.

Character Interactions

  • Xuan Ye and Horisuke: Xuan Ye shows respect and compassion towards Horisuke, helping him find release.
  • Xuan Ye and the Professional Rank experts: The experts feel humiliated by Xuan Ye's strength, highlighting the power dynamics between them.
  • Gypsy and the possessed woman: Gypsy shows no mercy towards the Demon's residual will, planning to absorb it.

Ch. 193Master and Servant

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Xuan Ye returns to find Sharu and Kend gone, and the enemy Professional Ranks retreated.
  • Most students are injured but alive; four died. Aide is severely injured and aged.
  • Xuan Ye decides to track down Sharu but is persuaded to take Aitiya along.
  • Aide, seeking comfort, tries to prevent Aitiya from leaving but is rebuked by Xuan Ye.
  • Aide, enraged, accuses Xuan Ye of being in cahoots with the wanted criminal and orders his uncle to kill Xuan Ye.
  • The three Professional Rank big shots (McLean, Old Mage, Harry Hard) protect Xuan Ye and threaten Aide.
  • Xuan Ye, grateful, leaves with Aitiya, telling Mad Wind to take care of Big Bear.

Character Developments

  • Xuan Ye: Shows frustration at the enemy's escape, concern for Aitiya's well-being, and disdain for Aide's behavior.
  • Aitiya: Remains indifferent but follows Xuan Ye into the Contract Space for recovery.
  • Aide: Suffers severe injuries, ages significantly, and becomes desperate for comfort and validation. His cunning and manipulative side is revealed.
  • McLean, Old Mage, Harry Hard: Display loyalty and protect Xuan Ye, showing they value him despite his outsider status.

Significant Themes

  • Power dynamics and manipulation (Aide's attempts to control the situation, Xuan Ye's defiance)
  • Loyalty and camaraderie (McLean, Old Mage, and Harry Hard's defense of Xuan Ye)
  • The consequences of underestimation and overconfidence (Aide's actions leading to the students' defeat)

Character Interactions

  • Xuan Ye and Aitiya: Xuan Ye is protective of Aitiya, and she follows him without question.
  • Xuan Ye and Aide: Xuan Ye rebukes Aide for his actions and words, leading to Aide's rage.
  • McLean, Old Mage, Harry Hard, and Xuan Ye: The three big shots protect Xuan Ye, showing respect and camaraderie.
  • Aide and Uncle Shadow: Aide orders Uncle Shadow to kill Xuan Ye, but the three big shots intervene.

Ch. 194Blinding to the Eyes

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Xuan Ye and Aitiya enter the Demon Forest to find Sharu.
  • Xuan Ye uses his Wings of Void to fly and search for Sharu from above.
  • Xuan Ye finds a drowning Dream Island student in the river and rescues her.
  • Xuan Ye discovers something unusual about the student and panics.

Character Developments

  • Xuan Ye demonstrates his powerful eyesight and flying ability with his Wings of Void.
  • Aide learns that Xuan Ye is now Four-Star and struggles to accept it.
  • The rescued student is revealed to have a secret.

Significant Themes

  • The power of strength and the consequences of underestimating others (Aide's struggle with Xuan Ye's growth).
  • The dangers of the Demon Forest and the need for caution.
  • The importance of quick thinking and adaptability in unexpected situations (Xuan Ye's reaction to the student's secret).

Character Interactions

  • Xuan Ye and Aitiya work together to find Sharu.
  • Xuan Ye interacts with the rescued student, leading to a surprising discovery.
  • Aide's interaction with Uncle Shadow reveals his jealousy and frustration regarding Xuan Ye's growth.

Ch. 195Only This Much Help I Can Give You

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Sileta, a Three-Star Thief, is rescued by Xuan Ye after being defeated by a Six-Star bandit.
  • Xuan Ye guides Sileta back to Senran Port, charging him for the service.
  • They learn that the Professional Rank battle in the woods has spread as news across Ronald.
  • Upon returning to the 'Homecoming' inn, Xuan Ye tasks Mad Wind with entertaining Sileta.

Character Developments

  • Xuan Ye: Shows a mix of irritation and acceptance towards Sileta, revealing his aversion to both men and women after his traumatic experience.
  • Sileta: Displays a carefree and honest attitude, initially trying to charm Xuan Ye but later understanding his feelings.
  • Mad Wind: Shows fear of death and eagerness to please Xuan Ye, accepting the task of entertaining Sileta.

Significant Themes

  • Trauma and its impact on relationships (Xuan Ye's aversion to both men and women).
  • The contrast between appearances and reality (Sileta's profession as a Thief despite his fair and sunny appearance).
  • The power dynamics and cautious use of high-level power in the world of Ronald.

Character Interactions

  • Xuan Ye and Sileta: Initially hostile, their relationship evolves into a mix of irritation and acceptance on Xuan Ye's part, and understanding on Sileta's part.
  • Xuan Ye and Mad Wind: Xuan Ye tasks Mad Wind with entertaining Sileta, showing a mischievous side and trust in Mad Wind's abilities.
  • Sileta and Mad Wind: Their interaction is left unexplored in this chapter, but Mad Wind accepts the task of entertaining Sileta with enthusiasm.

Ch. 196Supreme Sequence

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Xuan Ye sees Mad Wind with dark circles, indicating he's been working hard.
  • Xuan Ye and Mad Wind go to the Mage Guild to post tasks.
  • Xuan Ye learns he needs to register as a new member, but a ring from Roland serves as a top-tier referral token, skipping the process.

Character Developments

  • Mad Wind shows loyalty and eagerness to please Xuan Ye after receiving a High Quality Baptismal Potion.
  • Xuan Ye demonstrates his wealth and power by casually giving away potions and not being concerned about money.

Significant Themes

  • The Mage Guild's bureaucracy and the importance of connections and referrals.
  • Xuan Ye's growing confidence and disregard for rules and procedures.

Character Interactions

  • Xuan Ye and Mad Wind have a brief exchange, with Xuan Ye showing satisfaction at Mad Wind's tired appearance.
  • Xuan Ye interacts with a female apprentice at the Mage Guild, initially intending to give her a tip but ending up giving her silver coins instead.

Ch. 197Introduction

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Xuan Ye visits the Mage Guild and posts several high-quality potion missions, causing a stir among the mages.
  • A Professional Rank fire Archmage, Famul, arrives at the Mage Guild and approaches Xuan Ye.
  • Famul reveals that he is Roland's junior brother and offers to recommend Xuan Ye to their teacher, the Island Lord of Dream Island, for further study.

Character Developments

  • Xuan Ye: Maintains his composure and respect when interacting with a Professional Rank mage. Shows interest in studying under the Island Lord of Dream Island.
  • Famul: Reveals his impatience and lack of composure compared to other mages. Shows confidence in his ability to instruct Xuan Ye and offers his guidance.

Significant Themes

  • The power dynamics and hierarchies within the mage community, with Professional Rank mages holding significant influence.
  • The allure of knowledge and learning, with Dream Island representing the peak of education on the Ronald Continent.

Character Interactions

  • Xuan Ye and Famul: Xuan Ye shows respect and courtesy towards Famul, while Famul is initially dismissive of Xuan Ye's gratitude but later offers his guidance. Their interaction reveals their differing views on Xuan Ye's potential and Famul's overconfidence in his own abilities.

Ch. 198Sweep Complete

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Xuan Ye dismisses Famul, who leaves for Dream Island.
  • Xuan Ye purchases materials, including Void Ore and Crystals, and two rare Dragon Language Magic tomes, one of which is 'Power of Time Control'.
  • Xuan Ye condenses his fifth Star Core, the Water Star Core, and notices a resonance between his Star Palace and Inner Palace.
  • Xuan Ye and Sileta prepare to leave for Dream Island.

Character Developments

  • Xuan Ye demonstrates his business acumen and resourcefulness in purchasing materials.
  • Xuan Ye shows restraint in spending, prioritizing necessary items over luxuries.
  • Xuan Ye's progress in condensing Star Cores highlights his determination and perseverance.

Significant Themes

  • The power of money and resources in the world of magic.
  • The importance of prioritization and restraint in spending.
  • The struggle and determination required for advancement in magic.

Character Interactions

  • Xuan Ye and Famul: Xuan Ye dismisses Famul, who leaves for Dream Island after giving Xuan Ye guidance.
  • Xuan Ye and Sileta: Xuan Ye and Sileta prepare to leave for Dream Island together, with Sileta offering to cover Xuan Ye's ticket money.

Ch. 199Dream Island

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Xuan Ye and his group arrive at Senran Port, the gateway to Dream Island.
  • They board a ship for a ten-day voyage, during which Xuan Ye suffers from seasickness.
  • Upon arrival, they learn that Dream Island is vast and serves as the hub for the Dream Island Academy.
  • They encounter patrol students who are rude to new arrivals.

Character Developments

  • Xuan Ye: Struggles with seasickness, learns about the history of the Ronald Continent, and discovers his sensitivity to his surroundings.
  • Aitiya: Shows no interest in Sileta, plays cards with Mad Wind and Xuan Ye, and is recognized by other students.
  • Sileta: Shows no surprise at seeing Aitiya and Xuan Ye together, provides information about Dream Island and its students.

Significant Themes

  • The harsh reality of Dream Island, where only the strongest and most determined survive.
  • The contrast between the romantic ideals of Dream Island and the pragmatic nature of other academies.
  • The history and politics of the Ronald Continent, including the fall of the Ronald Kingdom and the current state of the city-states.

Character Interactions

  • Xuan Ye, Mad Wind, and Aitiya play cards together, with Xuan Ye being the most affected by the ship's motion.
  • Aitiya and Sileta show no interest in interacting with each other.
  • New arrivals to Dream Island are treated rudely by patrol students, highlighting the competitive nature of the academy.

Ch. 200Obstruction

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Xuan Ye and his group arrive at Dream Island, a city bustling with powerhouses and auditing students who couldn't advance further but still want to stay close to their dreams.
  • They meet Sileta, who guides them through the city and to the Magic Campus.
  • At the Magic Campus entrance, they're stopped by patrol students but are eventually allowed in by Thomson, a Four-Star Formal Mage and Vice President of the Magic Academy Student Council.

Character Developments

  • Xuan Ye demonstrates his influence and charisma by inspiring a group of timid auditing students with his words, helping them blend into the city's uplifting atmosphere.
  • Sileta shows knowledge about the Magic Academy's faculty, including Tutor Famul.
  • Thomson exhibits his status and power by recognizing Aitiya and allowing their group entry into the Magic Campus.

Significant Themes

  • The city's atmosphere reflects the resilience and hope of those who can't advance further but still want to be close to their dreams.
  • The power dynamics and hierarchy within the Magic Academy are highlighted, with Thomson's status and strength being acknowledged.

Character Interactions

  • Xuan Ye interacts with a group of auditing students, inspiring them with his words.
  • Sileta guides Xuan Ye and Mad Wind through the city, showing her knowledge about the Magic Academy.
  • Thomson interacts with Aitiya, recognizing her and allowing their group entry into the Magic Campus. He also acknowledges Sileta but seems unimpressed by Xuan Ye and Mad Wind.
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