Ch. 161Eileen's Astonishing Culinary Skills

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Little Red Riding Hood shares her thoughts on education and hope with Yu Sheng in his dream.
  • Yu Sheng wakes up to find the kitchen on fire, caused by Eileen's attempt to cook.
  • Eileen is rescued and hung on a balcony to dry, then baked with a hairdryer and electric heater.
  • Yu Sheng decides to give Eileen a bath to clean her up.

Character Developments

  • Little Red Riding Hood: Reflects on her past and the importance of hope and education, showing maturity and introspection.
  • Eileen: Demonstrates her lack of cooking skills and fearlessness towards fire, leading to a kitchen accident. Shows remorse and understanding of her mistake.
  • Yu Sheng: Shows concern for Eileen's safety and understanding towards her mistake, prioritizing safety and problem-solving over anger.
  • Huli: Shows concern for Eileen's well-being and understanding of her mistake, but remains cautious and timid.

Significant Themes

  • Hope and education: Little Red Riding Hood's reflection on the importance of hope and education, even in a world where the future is known.
  • Consequences of actions: Eileen's lack of cooking skills leads to a kitchen fire, highlighting the importance of understanding one's limitations.
  • Understanding and forgiveness: Yu Sheng's understanding and forgiveness towards Eileen's mistake, prioritizing safety and problem-solving over anger.

Character Interactions

  • Little Red Riding Hood and Yu Sheng: Share a quiet moment in Yu Sheng's dream, leading to a heart-to-heart conversation about life and hope.
  • Eileen and Huli: Attempt to cook together, leading to a kitchen fire. Eileen shows remorse, and Huli shows concern but remains cautious.
  • Yu Sheng and Eileen: Yu Sheng rescues Eileen from the fire, then decides to give her a bath to clean her up, showing understanding and forgiveness towards her mistake.

Ch. 162Huli's "Cooking"

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Eileen wants to use the shower but can't reach it due to her size, leading to a minor argument with Yu Sheng.
  • Huli cleans up the kitchen after Eileen's cooking mishap and presents Yu Sheng with a meal she cooked.
  • Yu Sheng, despite initial reservations, finds the meal surprisingly edible and even enjoyable.
  • Eileen returns from her bath, and Yu Sheng agrees to repair her dress and buy her new clothes.

Character Developments

  • Yu Sheng: Shows patience and understanding towards Eileen's quirks and Huli's cooking. He's willing to try new things and appreciate them, even if they're unusual.
  • Eileen: Demonstrates her independence by taking a bath and drying her hair on her own. She also shows a childlike excitement when Yu Sheng agrees to buy her new clothes.
  • Huli: Proves her usefulness by cleaning the kitchen and cooking a meal for Yu Sheng. She shows eagerness to please and learn, as well as a simple, honest nature.

Significant Themes

  • Adaptation and Acceptance: Yu Sheng adapts to the unusual situation of having two Eileens and a Huli in his house, accepting their quirks and learning to appreciate their unique qualities.
  • Growth and Learning: Huli shows eagerness to learn and grow, applying her knowledge of cooking from her past life to create a meal for Yu Sheng.
  • Communication and Understanding: Despite their differences, the characters manage to communicate and understand each other, leading to mutual respect and appreciation.

Character Interactions

  • Yu Sheng and Eileen: Their interaction is marked by banter and minor arguments, but they ultimately understand and care for each other.
  • Yu Sheng and Huli: Yu Sheng shows patience and understanding towards Huli's cooking, while Huli eagerly seeks Yu Sheng's approval and recognition.
  • Eileen and Huli: There's no direct interaction between Eileen and Huli in this chapter, but Eileen's presence is acknowledged by both Yu Sheng and Huli.

Ch. 163Eileen's Enhancement Plan

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Yu Sheng helps Eileen dry her hair, and they discuss Yu Sheng's plan to enter the Black Forest to help Little Red Riding Hood.
  • Yu Sheng decides to reinforce Eileen's physical body to better face the dangers in the Black Forest.
  • Yu Sheng, Eileen, and Huli go to the valley to prepare for Eileen's enhancement using alchemy and the valley's resources.

Character Developments

  • Eileen shows concern for Yu Sheng's well-being and willingness to support him in the Black Forest.
  • Yu Sheng demonstrates his consideration for Eileen's safety and determination to protect her and Little Red Riding Hood.
  • Huli displays her resourcefulness and ability to adapt, using her fox fire to weld rebar for Eileen's new body.

Significant Themes

  • Protection and support: Yu Sheng's desire to protect Eileen and Little Red Riding Hood, and Eileen's eagerness to support Yu Sheng.
  • Adaptability and resourcefulness: Huli's ability to find creative solutions to problems, and Yu Sheng's willingness to adapt his alchemy methods to suit the valley's resources.

Character Interactions

  • Yu Sheng and Eileen have a playful and teasing dynamic, with Eileen often expressing exasperation at Yu Sheng's methods.
  • Yu Sheng and Huli work together to prepare for Eileen's enhancement, with Huli showing initiative and resourcefulness.
  • Eileen and Huli are shown to be close, with Eileen trusting Huli's abilities and Huli eager to help Eileen.

Ch. 164Eileen MK-II (But She Hadn't Grown Taller)

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Yu Sheng, Huli, and Eileen work together to create a new body for Eileen using rebar, welding, and alchemy.
  • The new body is successfully created and Eileen's spirit infuses into it, but the body shrinks to half its intended size.
  • Eileen is distressed about her short stature, and Yu Sheng tries to console her.

Character Developments

  • Yu Sheng: Shows his dedication and skill in creating Eileen's new body. He remains calm under Eileen's distress and tries to comfort her.
  • Eileen: Initially skeptical about Yu Sheng's methods, she becomes excited when her new body is created. Her distress turns to anger when she realizes her body has shrunk.
  • Huli: Stays neutral and observes the process, eventually intervening to stop Eileen's ranting.

Significant Themes

  • Alchemy and Innovation: Yu Sheng uses unconventional methods to create Eileen's body, blending modern and ancient techniques.
  • Growth and Acceptance: Eileen struggles to accept her new, smaller body, reflecting themes of personal growth and self-acceptance.

Character Interactions

  • Yu Sheng and Eileen: Their dynamic shifts from mentor-mentee to more of a friendship as Yu Sheng tries to comfort Eileen.
  • Eileen and Huli: Huli acts as a neutral observer and eventually intervenes to stop Eileen's ranting, showing a caring side.
  • Eileen (two versions): The two Eileens interact, showing their shared distress and frustration about their situation.

Ch. 165The Black Forest's Runaway Club Takes Shape

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Little Red Riding Hood listens for disturbances in the orphanage before bed.
  • She receives a message from Yu Sheng, asking to meet in the Black Forest.
  • She dreams of the Black Forest and witnesses Yu Sheng, Eileen, and Huli entering through a door.
  • Yu Sheng shows Little Red Riding Hood a weapon he made, soaked in his blood.
  • They set off into the Black Forest, where they encounter a squirrel reciting a nursery rhyme.

Character Developments

  • Little Red Riding Hood shows bravery and curiosity, but also fear and naivety.
  • Yu Sheng displays strength, resourcefulness, and a dark sense of humor.
  • Eileen and Huli show loyalty and support for Yu Sheng.
  • The squirrel shows intelligence and awareness of the strange situation.

Significant Themes

  • The Black Forest represents danger, fear, and the unknown.
  • Yu Sheng's weapon symbolizes his determination and ruthlessness.
  • The squirrel's nursery rhyme hints at the innocence and naivety of childhood.

Character Interactions

  • Little Red Riding Hood and Yu Sheng show mutual respect and curiosity.
  • Yu Sheng, Eileen, and Huli display camaraderie and teamwork.
  • The squirrel shows confusion and fear upon encountering the group.

Ch. 166Gunshot

Key Plot Points and Events

  • The group encounters a neurotic squirrel that becomes agitated upon seeing them.
  • Little Red Riding Hood subdues the squirrel, and it reveals information about the Black Forest's instability and the dangerous "Hunter."
  • Yu Sheng learns that the "Hunter" can be found where "Wolf Grandma" is, and the path to the cabin is illuminated by streetlights.
  • A gunshot is heard, indicating the "Hunter's" presence nearby.

Character Developments

  • Yu Sheng shows determination and calmness in his pursuit of the "Hunter," despite the squirrel's warnings.
  • Little Red Riding Hood demonstrates her ability to handle the squirrel and shares her knowledge about the Black Forest's cabins.
  • Eileen exhibits her understanding of Otherworlds' safe zones and safe objects.
  • Huli shows her keen hearing by pinpointing the direction of the gunshots.

Significant Themes

  • The theme of danger and instability in the Black Forest is reinforced with the squirrel's warnings and the gunshots.
  • The concept of safe zones and safe objects in Otherworlds is explored through Eileen's explanation.

Character Interactions

  • Yu Sheng, Little Red Riding Hood, Eileen, and Huli work together to gather information and navigate the Black Forest.
  • The squirrel interacts with Little Red Riding Hood and provides information about the Black Forest, but is also afraid of certain aspects of it.
  • The group's dynamic shows a mix of determination, curiosity, and caution as they face the unknown.

Ch. 167Cyber Fox Spirit Beats Children's Literature

Key Plot Points and Events

  • The group encounters gunshots off the path, suspected to be a lure from the Black Forest.
  • Yu Sheng deduces it's a trap and decides to ignore it, continuing along the path.
  • The streetlights dim, and a wolf pack appears, blocking their path to the cabin.
  • Huli, the Cyber Fox, uses her Fox Carrot Missiles to clear a path through the wolf pack, allowing the group to advance.

Character Developments

  • Yu Sheng demonstrates strategic thinking and courage, taking charge and leading the group.
  • Huli showcases her powerful abilities, enjoying the battle and embracing her role as a weapon.
  • Little Red Riding Hood reveals a suppressed joy and relaxation, appreciating the change in their situation.
  • The squirrel guide is terrified and confused by the group's actions, questioning the forest's rules.

Significant Themes

  • Challenge to Authority/Convention: The group defies the Black Forest's rules and expectations, fighting back against its illusions and lures.
  • Power and Control: The forest's power is challenged by the group's actions, and the forest responds by sending more wolves.
  • Freedom and Agency: The group exercises their agency by choosing to ignore the forest's lures and fight back.

Character Interactions

  • Yu Sheng and Huli work together, with Yu Sheng directing Huli's attacks and Huli clearing a path.
  • Eileen supports Yu Sheng's decisions and waits for her opportunity to act.
  • Little Red Riding Hood and the squirrel guide react with astonishment and fear to the group's actions, but Little Red Riding Hood finds joy in the situation.

Ch. 168Safe for Now

Key Plot Points and Events

  • The group, led by Yu Sheng, attacks the Black Forest, using weapons like fox fire and a rebar club to fend off wolf packs.
  • They reach a cabin in the forest, which seems to be a safe haven, as wolf packs retreat upon approaching it.
  • Despite their victory, the evil wolf at the heart of the forest is still active and undefeated.

Character Developments

  • Little Red Riding Hood: She experiences joy and excitement in fighting the wolves, feeling a sense of liberation and pleasure. However, she's still scared and nervous.
  • Yu Sheng: He's calm and collected, even when facing the evil wolf. He's protective of Little Red Riding Hood and allows her to enjoy the moment.
  • Huli: She's shown to be a reliable ally, providing continuous firepower with her fox tail missiles. She's also seen eating dried meat to replenish her energy.

Significant Themes

  • Fear and Courage: Little Red Riding Hood faces her fears and finds courage in fighting back against them.
  • Power and Control: Yu Sheng demonstrates control over the situation, allowing Little Red Riding Hood to experience a sense of power and agency.
  • Safety and Sanctuary: The cabin represents a safe haven, a respite from the danger and chaos of the Black Forest.

Character Interactions

  • Yu Sheng and Little Red Riding Hood: Yu Sheng encourages Little Red Riding Hood to enjoy the moment, showing understanding and empathy for her feelings.
  • Yu Sheng and Huli: They work together as a team, with Huli providing cover fire while Yu Sheng fights the wolves.
  • Little Red Riding Hood and the Squirrel: The squirrel seems to be a companion to Little Red Riding Hood, sharing her experiences and fears.

Ch. 169Facing Fear

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Yu Sheng offers Little Red Riding Hood jerky made from the 'Wolf Grandma' he killed earlier.
  • Little Red Riding Hood is shocked and hesitant but eventually eats the jerky to confront her fear of wolves.
  • Yu Sheng sends Little Red Riding Hood back using Eileen's power, as 'Wolf Grandma' arrives at the cabin.
  • 'Wolf Grandma' attacks Yu Sheng, and he prepares to fight.

Character Developments

  • Little Red Riding Hood: Confronts her fear of wolves by eating the jerky made from 'Wolf Grandma', showing growth and determination.
  • Yu Sheng: Demonstrates his unconventional methods of helping others face their fears and prepares to fight 'Wolf Grandma'.
  • Eileen: Uses her power to send Little Red Riding Hood back, showing her ability to affect the physical world.
  • The Squirrel: Struggles with its own fear and reluctance to face it, unlike Little Red Riding Hood.

Significant Themes

  • Facing and overcoming fears: Little Red Riding Hood and Yu Sheng both encourage facing fears directly, giving them texture and taste (in this case, eating the wolf's meat).
  • Interconnectedness: The squirrel mentions that everything in the Black Forest is intertwined, like a ball of yarn or blood vessels.

Character Interactions

  • Yu Sheng and Little Red Riding Hood: Yu Sheng encourages Little Red Riding Hood to face her fear by eating the jerky, showing a mentor-like role.
  • Yu Sheng and the Squirrel: Yu Sheng tries to get the squirrel to face its fear by offering it the jerky, but the squirrel refuses.
  • Eileen and Little Red Riding Hood: Eileen sends Little Red Riding Hood back using her power, showing a protective or helpful role.
  • 'Wolf Grandma' and Yu Sheng: 'Wolf Grandma' attacks Yu Sheng, setting up a potential confrontation.

Ch. 170Little Red Riding Hood's Wolf Grandma

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Yu Sheng battles the monstrous "Wolf Grandma" using a wolf-tooth club and Eileen's spider silk.
  • The Wolf Grandma's shadow grows and spawns multiple shadow creatures.
  • Yu Sheng discovers the Wolf Grandma's heart, its apparent weakness, and extracts it.
  • The Wolf Grandma's body shrinks and collapses after its heart is removed.

Character Developments

  • Yu Sheng demonstrates his bravery, resilience, and strategic thinking in battle.
  • Eileen's spider silk proves effective in binding and suppressing the Wolf Grandma.
  • Huli's fox fire is used to destroy the shadow creatures.
  • The Wolf Grandma's heart is revealed to be its vulnerable point, and it's affected by Yu Sheng's actions.

Significant Themes

  • Fear and Courage: The Wolf Grandma embodies Little Red Riding Hood's fear, and Yu Sheng faces this fear courageously.
  • Logic vs. Emotion: Yu Sheng uses "logic" (his weapon) to overcome his fears and the Wolf Grandma's illusory influences.
  • Infiltration and Surrounding: Both Yu Sheng and the Wolf Grandma attempt to infiltrate each other, with Yu Sheng ultimately succeeding.

Character Interactions

  • Yu Sheng and Eileen work together, with Eileen's spider silk aiding Yu Sheng's assault on the Wolf Grandma.
  • Huli's fox fire complements Eileen's binding, destroying the shadow creatures.
  • Yu Sheng and the Wolf Grandma engage in a battle of wills, with Yu Sheng ultimately overpowering the monster.

Ch. 171Death and a Response

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Yu Sheng, poisoned by wolfsbane from the giant wolf's heart, awaits his death in the cabin.
  • Eileen and Huli leave to return to their world, taking Yu Sheng's weapons and the wolf's heart.
  • Yu Sheng encounters a squirrel in the cabin, who is terrified of wolves and wears a red cloth strip.
  • Yu Sheng, on the brink of death, sees a vision of the interconnected structures supporting various story worlds.
  • The Hunter appears, and Yu Sheng shows the Hunter a group photo, asking if they recognize it.

Character Developments

  • Yu Sheng accepts his impending death calmly, showing resilience and curiosity.
  • The squirrel's fear of wolves and desire for a red cloak to protect against them is revealed.
  • The Hunter's actions suggest confusion and uncertainty upon seeing Yu Sheng's dying state.

Significant Themes

  • Death and rebirth, as Yu Sheng accepts his death and expects to return.
  • The interconnectedness of stories and worlds.
  • Fear and protection, as seen through the squirrel's actions.

Character Interactions

  • Yu Sheng interacts with Eileen and Huli before they leave, showing concern for their well-being and giving them instructions.
  • Yu Sheng's encounter with the squirrel reveals the creature's fears and beliefs.
  • The Hunter's interaction with Yu Sheng is tense and uncertain, with the Hunter ultimately firing a shot at Yu Sheng.

Ch. 172Information

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Yu Sheng returns from his "resurrection" to find three Eileens and Huli waiting.
  • He reveals he was shot by the Hunter, who mistook him for a wolf due to Wolf Grandma's blood contamination.
  • Little Red Riding Hood calls, expressing worry and confirming the Hunter's accuracy in identifying wolves.
  • Yu Sheng coughs up a unique bullet head, a "message" from the Hunter.

Character Developments

  • Yu Sheng: Shows resilience and calmness in the face of unexpected events. He's determined to understand the Hunter's message and weaken Wolf Grandma.
  • Little Red Riding Hood: Expresses concern for Yu Sheng's safety and provides valuable information about the Hunter.
  • Eileen: Shows worry and anxiety for Yu Sheng's wellbeing. She's curious and eager to understand the Hunter's message.
  • Huli: Demonstrates loyalty and concern for Yu Sheng, showing anxiety when he coughs violently.

Significant Themes

  • Communication and understanding: The Hunter's shot and the bullet head message highlight the theme of communication, with Yu Sheng trying to understand the Hunter's intentions.
  • Resilience and determination: Yu Sheng's resilience in the face of adversity, and his determination to weaken Wolf Grandma, emphasize these themes.
  • The cycle of life and death: The Black Forest's cycle and Yu Sheng's "resurrection" underscore the theme of life and death, and the interconnectedness of these states.

Character Interactions

  • Yu Sheng and Huli: Huli shows loyalty and concern for Yu Sheng, while he comforts and reassures her.
  • Yu Sheng and Eileen: Eileen expresses worry and anxiety for Yu Sheng, and they interact playfully, with Eileen scolding him and Yu Sheng pushing her away.
  • Yu Sheng and Little Red Riding Hood: They express concern for each other's safety and discuss their findings about the Hunter and Wolf Grandma.

Ch. 173Morning

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Yu Sheng sends a message to Baili Qing about the Hunter's bullet.
  • He discusses with Eileen and Huli about the Hunter's intentions and decides to keep the bullet.
  • Baili Qing calls back, confirming the bullet's origin and expressing hope for contact with the Hunter.
  • At the orphanage, Little Red Riding Hood oversees the children's morning routine, feeling conflicted about her upcoming birthday.

Character Developments

  • Yu Sheng: Shows analytical skills and determination in investigating the Hunter and the Black Forest.
  • Eileen: Demonstrates curiosity and critical thinking in discussing the Hunter's actions.
  • Huli: Exhibits loyalty and eagerness to assist Yu Sheng.
  • Little Red Riding Hood: Reveals fear and anticipation regarding her birthday, hinting at personal growth.
  • Baili Qing: Shows professionalism and decisiveness in preparing for potential deep dives.

Significant Themes

  • Investigation and analysis of the Black Forest and its entities.
  • The passage of time and its impact on characters (Little Red Riding Hood's birthday).
  • Preparation and anticipation of potential danger or change.

Character Interactions

  • Yu Sheng, Eileen, and Huli discuss the Hunter's actions and the bullet's significance.
  • Little Red Riding Hood interacts with Rapunzel, revealing her mixed feelings about her birthday.
  • Baili Qing communicates with Song Cheng, preparing for potential deep dives based on Yu Sheng's information.

Ch. 174Piercing Through the Dreaming Slumber

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Song Cheng, after completing tasks, returns to his office and reflects on the upcoming weekend.
  • He reviews case files related to the "Fairy Tale" and the "Fairy Tale Organization."
  • An arrest team returns with two captured Angel Cultists, but no significant leads.
  • Yu Sheng falls asleep and encounters a mysterious "Hunter" in a dream-like state.
  • He briefly connects with the Hunter's outfit, causing the dream to shake and the Hunter to retreat.
  • Yu Sheng is then transported to a vast, gray wilderness where he meets Xiao Xiao, a girl from his previous dream.

Character Developments

  • Song Cheng shows dedication to his work and anticipation for the weekend.
  • Yu Sheng demonstrates curiosity and bravery in exploring his dream-like encounters.
  • Xiao Xiao displays confusion and fearlessness in her dream experience.

Significant Themes

  • The blurred line between reality and dreams.
  • The influence of "Fairy Tale" on characters' subconscious.
  • The mysterious nature of the "wilderness" and its connection to dreams.

Character Interactions

  • Song Cheng and Ren Wenwen discuss the arrest team's mission.
  • Yu Sheng interacts with the illusory "Hunter" and Xiao Xiao in his dream.

Ch. 175Old Matters Raise Suspicions

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Xiao Xiao, Yu Sheng's niece, enters his "dream" space, joining Little Red Riding Hood, Huli, and Eileen.
  • Yu Sheng learns that Xiao Xiao's teacher is dead, and the commission for the 'Weeper Statue' operation has vanished from the Curiosity Association's records.
  • Little Red Riding Hood informs Yu Sheng about her client's death and the missing commission, suggesting foul play.

Character Developments

  • Yu Sheng shows concern for Xiao Xiao's safety in the dream space and offers guidance.
  • Xiao Xiao displays curiosity and adaptability in the dream space, finding it safer than her usual dreams.
  • Little Red Riding Hood shows remorse for the delayed payment and offers to handle the investigation alone, but Yu Sheng insists on helping.
  • Eileen's behavior becomes more childish and demanding, leading to a scolding from Yu Sheng.

Significant Themes

  • The blurring line between dreams and reality, as Xiao Xiao enters Yu Sheng's dream space.
  • The consequences of delayed justice and unpaid debts, as Yu Sheng and Little Red Riding Hood grapple with the aftermath of the museum operation.
  • The potential dangers of the "Fairy Tale" Otherworld and its connections to the real world.

Character Interactions

  • Yu Sheng interacts with Xiao Xiao, treating her like a child and explaining the dream space to her.
  • Yu Sheng and Little Red Riding Hood discuss the museum operation's aftermath and decide to investigate together.
  • Yu Sheng scolds Eileen for sleeping on the bed, leading to a playful argument between them.

Ch. 176Wutong Road No. 66: A Place of Outstanding People and Natural Beauty

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Yu Sheng discovers he can't handle three Eileen dolls at once.
  • He remembers Xiao Xiao, the orphan girl, was also in his "weird dream."
  • Yu Sheng and Eileen discuss the nature of the barren land and its connection to their dreams.
  • Little Red Riding Hood arrives at No. 66 Wutong Road, and Yu Sheng mentions the "Museum Commission" conspiracy.
  • Little Red Riding Hood sees another Eileen doll (Eileen MK-II) and is surprised by the increasing number of Eileen dolls.
  • Huli's tail is injured, and Yu Sheng explains it's just a "ground wire" issue.

Character Developments

  • Yu Sheng struggles with the increasing number of Eileen dolls and their strength.
  • Little Red Riding Hood becomes more familiar with No. 66 Wutong Road and its eccentricities.
  • Eileen dolls show growth and specialization (Eileen MK-II).
  • Huli's tail injury highlights her unique nature and the strange occurrences in the house.

Significant Themes

  • The supernatural and eccentric nature of No. 66 Wutong Road and its inhabitants.
  • The increasing power and influence of the Eileen dolls.
  • The mysterious connection between the characters' dreams and the barren land.
  • The conspiracy surrounding the "Museum Commission" and its potential ties to the characters.

Character Interactions

  • Yu Sheng interacts with the three Eileen dolls, showing his struggle to handle their strength and growth.
  • Little Red Riding Hood's surprise and bewilderment upon seeing another Eileen doll.
  • Yu Sheng's concern for Huli's injured tail, highlighting his protective nature towards those under his care.
  • The dolls' and Yu Sheng's shared experiences and knowledge of the supernatural, fostering a sense of camaraderie and understanding.

Ch. 177Alongside the Wolf Pack

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Yu Sheng suspects the museum incident was a trap set for Little Red Riding Hood.
  • They discuss the possibility of the commission being fake and the client being involved.
  • Little Red Riding Hood decides to visit the deceased contact person's home to investigate.
  • Yu Sheng and Little Red Riding Hood travel to the deceased's home using her shadow wolf pack.

Character Developments

  • Little Red Riding Hood shows concern for Yu Sheng's safety and understanding of his worries about Hu Li and Eileen.
  • Yu Sheng reveals his concern for Hu Li and Eileen's behavior, showing his responsibility and care for them.

Significant Themes

  • Trust and suspicion: Yu Sheng's suspicion of the commission and the client, and Little Red Riding Hood's trust in her usual work processes.
  • Investigation and uncovering the truth: Both characters are driven by the desire to understand what happened and who is responsible.

Character Interactions

  • Yu Sheng and Little Red Riding Hood work together to investigate the incident, showing mutual respect and trust.
  • Yu Sheng's concern for Hu Li and Eileen highlights his role as a caretaker and his responsibility towards them.
  • The interaction between Yu Sheng and the shadow wolf pack shows his initial unease and later acceptance of the unusual mode of transportation.

Ch. 178Investigation at the Residence

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Yu Sheng and Little Red Riding Hood travel through a shadow world to reach their destination, using Little Red Riding Hood's wolf pack.
  • They visit the residence of Old Zheng, a deceased member of the Curiosity Association, to investigate his death.
  • Old Zheng's nephew reveals that his uncle had a premonition of his death and made specific arrangements before passing.
  • Old Zheng's ashes are already interred, presenting a challenge for Yu Sheng's ability to communicate with the dead.

Character Developments

  • Yu Sheng: Realizes the importance of asking for names and IDs in investigations, learns about Little Red Riding Hood's real name.
  • Little Red Riding Hood: Shows her care for Yu Sheng by inviting him on a mission, reveals her real name, and expresses concern for his well-being during the investigation.
  • Old Zheng's Nephew: Shows respect for his uncle's wishes, provides useful information about Old Zheng's premonition.

Significant Themes

  • Communication and information exchange: The importance of asking for names and IDs, the consequences of not doing so.
  • Premonitions and foreshadowing: Old Zheng's premonition of his death and his specific arrangements.
  • Death and cremation: The challenges and limitations of Yu Sheng's ability to communicate with the dead when the body has been cremated.

Character Interactions

  • Yu Sheng and Little Red Riding Hood: Their interaction reveals Little Red Riding Hood's real name, shows their growing partnership and mutual concern.
  • Yu Sheng and Old Zheng's Nephew: Their interaction provides crucial information about Old Zheng's premonition and arrangements.
  • Little Red Riding Hood and Old Zheng's Nephew: Their interaction shows the nephew's respect for his uncle's wishes and his willingness to help with the investigation.

Ch. 179Secret Letter

Key Plot Points and Events

  • The young man leaves, and Yu Sheng and Little Red Riding Hood decide to investigate Old Zheng's belongings.
  • They find a stack of old books, notebooks, and letters in the bedroom. Most books are about art collecting, and letters seem ordinary.
  • Yu Sheng feels unsettled by one letter, and Little Red Riding Hood suggests heating or soaking it. Yu Sheng decides to involve Eileen.
  • Eileen helps unfold the letter, revealing hidden passages. The letter discusses a ritual to remove a curse from 'Fairy Tale' and mentions a 'Messenger' and 'Servant of the Angel'.

Character Developments

  • Yu Sheng shows caution and seriousness when dealing with life and death matters, surprising Little Red Riding Hood.
  • Eileen demonstrates her knowledge of hidden messages and her ability to help unfold the letter.

Significant Themes

  • The theme of secrets and hidden messages continues, with the discovery of the 'secret letter'.
  • The theme of trust and doubt is explored through the letter's content, discussing the 'Messenger's' good intentions and the 'Servant of the Angel'.

Character Interactions

  • Yu Sheng and Little Red Riding Hood work together to investigate Old Zheng's belongings.
  • Yu Sheng seeks Eileen's help to decipher the letter, highlighting their teamwork and Yu Sheng's reliance on Eileen's abilities.
  • Eileen's interaction with Yu Sheng shows her expertise and willingness to help, despite her initial protest.

Ch. 180Traces

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Eileen reveals a secret letter that self-destructs after being read, hinting at a trap set by the Dark Angel cultists.
  • A hidden blood ritual is discovered on the floor, which Yu Sheng activates with his blood, revealing a vision of the contact person's thoughts.
  • The vision shows the contact person, "Old Zheng," being approached by the cultists, initially seeking help for Little Red Riding Hood, and later being deceived into aiding the cult.

Character Developments

  • Little Red Riding Hood: Struggles to accept that someone she knows was deceived by the cultists and unknowingly led her into a trap.
  • Yu Sheng: Demonstrates curiosity, bravery, and resourcefulness in investigating the scene and activating the blood ritual.
  • Old Zheng: Revealed to be a well-meaning but gullible individual who was manipulated by the cultists.

Significant Themes

  • Deception and manipulation: The Dark Angel cultists deceive Old Zheng and use him to lure Little Red Riding Hood.
  • The power of belief: Old Zheng's desire to help others leads him to fall for the cultists' deception, highlighting the influence of strong beliefs on actions.
  • The consequences of curiosity: Yu Sheng's curiosity leads him to activate the blood ritual, revealing the truth but also potentially putting himself in danger.

Character Interactions

  • Yu Sheng and Little Red Riding Hood: Work together to investigate the scene, with Yu Sheng providing calm analysis and Little Red Riding Hood offering insight into the supernatural elements.
  • Little Red Riding Hood and Old Zheng: Their relationship is explored through the revelations in the vision, showing Little Red Riding Hood's concern for Old Zheng's well-being despite his role in the trap.
  • Yu Sheng and the blood ritual: Yu Sheng's decision to activate the ritual shows his determination to uncover the truth, while also putting him in a vulnerable position.
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