Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• PUBG's new ranked mode only considers the best 10 games for ranking, making it extremely difficult to climb.
• Jiang Siming aims to be the first on all servers and starts by targeting the national server's top spot.
• He initiates a bet with 1:3 odds, with over 10 billion fish balls (in-game currency) wagered, mostly on his success.
• Jiang Siming, with over 300 billion fish balls, decides to play a match on Sanhok map, aiming for a Battle Royale (first-place finish).

Character Developments

• Jiang Siming's confidence and determination grow as he sees the overwhelming support from his audience.
• He decides to give away limited-edition Skull skins weekly to his top supporters, demonstrating his generosity and engagement with his community.

Significant Themes

• Difficulty and Determination: The new ranking system's harshness tests players' skills and resolve, with Jiang Siming embodying this challenge.
• Community Support and Engagement: Jiang Siming's interaction with his audience highlights the importance of community support in his gaming journey.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Siming interacts with his audience through the betting system, fostering a sense of camaraderie and shared excitement.
• He also engages with his top supporters by promising to give away exclusive Skull skins, strengthening his bond with them.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A new event is announced where the top three on the weekly leaderboard will receive a 'Skull' item.
• Tycoons (high-spending viewers) compete fiercely for the top three spots, spending large amounts of money.
• Jiang Siming (Ming Shen), a top streamer, plays in Bronze 3 matches, easily defeating opponents.
• Ming Shen's grandmother appears, feeding him mangosteens, and he gets killed by an opponent while distracted.
• Ming Shen keeps his promise to stand on his head and bark like a pig, entertaining his viewers.
• He plays 11 matches, winning 10 consecutively, and becomes the first 'Royal' rank player worldwide.
• He collects four fragment items and decides to end the stream, promising to sing a new song upon his return.

Character Developments

• Jiang Siming (Ming Shen) is portrayed as a skilled gamer, true to his word, and entertaining. He also shows affection towards his grandmother.
• Tycoons are shown as competitive and willing to spend large amounts of money to win.

Significant Themes

• Competition and Willingness to Spend: The event highlights the competitive nature of the viewers and their willingness to spend money to win.
• Honesty and Keeping Promises: Ming Shen keeps his promise to stand on his head and bark like a pig, showing honesty and integrity.
• Family and Affection: Ming Shen's interaction with his grandmother shows the importance of family and affection.

Character Interactions

• Ming Shen and his grandmother: They interact warmly, with his grandmother showing affection and Ming Shen showing respect and love.
• Ming Shen and his viewers: He interacts with his audience through jokes, promises, and entertainment, maintaining a positive relationship.
• Tycoons and Ming Shen: They compete against each other, trying to outdo one another to win the 'Skull' item.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Siming returns to Shanghai after visiting his family, finding Principal Wang eager to discuss the acquisition of 'Bixin' company.
• They decide to invest 1.5 billion to acquire 51% of Bixin's shares.
• Ma Yun visits Jiang Siming at his company, but the content of their discussion is not revealed.
• Jiang Siming and Principal Wang visit Bixin's headquarters to finalize the acquisition, where they meet a customer service manager named Xiao Xian, who looks familiar to Jiang Siming.

Character Developments

• Jiang Siming shows his business acumen and decisiveness in investing in Bixin, demonstrating his growth as a businessman.
• Principal Wang shows his eagerness and willingness to invest in Bixin, indicating his trust in Jiang Siming's judgment.

Significant Themes

• The theme of wealth and power is evident as Jiang Siming and Principal Wang discuss investing in Bixin, with Ma Yun's visit further emphasizing their status.
• The theme of family is shown through Jiang Siming's visit to his family and the positive impact of the 'Detoxifying Beauty Pill' on their health.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Siming and Principal Wang work together to discuss and finalize the Bixin investment, showing a growing partnership and mutual trust.
• Jiang Siming's interaction with Ma Yun, though brief, hints at a potential business relationship or alliance.
• Jiang Siming's encounter with Xiao Xian at Bixin's headquarters raises curiosity about their possible connection.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Siming and Principal Wang visit Bixin's headquarters to discuss a potential investment.
• Tang Song, Bixin's CEO, rejects Principal Wang's offer due to his disapproval of Wang's business practices.
• Principal Wang and Tang Song argue, leading to an abrupt end to their meeting.
• A customer service manager, a beautiful woman with a dual personality (delicate and assertive), approaches them after their heated argument.

Character Developments

• Principal Wang: Shows his temper and impatience when his business approach is criticized. He's also easily swayed by a woman's attractiveness.
• Tang Song: Demonstrates arrogance and bluntness, valuing sincerity and long-term commitment over immediate profit.
• Jiang Siming: Remains calm and collected throughout the meeting, showing no particular interest in the outcome. He's also observant, noticing the customer service manager's dual personality.

Significant Themes

• Business Ethics: Tang Song's rejection of Principal Wang's offer highlights the theme of business ethics, with Tang valuing sincerity and long-term commitment over immediate profit.
• Perception vs Reality: The customer service manager's dual personality (delicate and assertive) challenges the reader's initial perception of her based on her appearance.

Character Interactions

• Principal Wang and Tang Song: Their interaction is tense and argumentative, with both parties expressing their views bluntly.
• Jiang Siming and Principal Wang: Jiang Siming remains calm and collected, contrasting with Principal Wang's temper. He also offers a different perspective on the situation.
• Customer Service Manager and Jiang Siming/Principal Wang: The manager's interaction with them is initially hostile (towards Principal Wang) and then friendly (towards Jiang Siming), showcasing her dual personality.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Siming (Ming Shen) meets Tang Ru, Tang Song's sister, who impresses him with her voice acting skills and quick wit.
• Tang Song apologizes to Jiang Siming and invites him back into the office after learning he's Ming Shen, the top PUBG player.
• Jiang Siming and Principal Wang discuss financing Bixin with Tang Song, with Jiang Siming offering 15 billion for 51% of the shares.
• Tang Song agrees to the deal but proposes some conditions.

Character Developments

• Tang Ru: Shows her versatility as a voice actress and her loyalty to Ming Shen.
• Tang Song: Realizes the importance of Ming Shen's influence and apologizes for his earlier behavior.
• Jiang Siming: Demonstrates his business acumen and negotiation skills.
• Principal Wang: Adapts to the situation and shows his business acumen.

Significant Themes

• The influence of celebrity status (Ming Shen's PUBG fame).
• Business negotiations and acquisitions.
• The importance of adaptability and quick thinking.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Siming and Tang Ru: They bond over their shared love for PUBG and Ming Shen's online persona.
• Jiang Siming and Tang Song: They engage in a business negotiation, with Jiang Siming using his influence and understanding of the market to convince Tang Song.
• Principal Wang and Jiang Siming: They work together, with Principal Wang admiring Jiang Siming's negotiation skills.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Tang Song presents two conditions to Jiang Siming for Bixin's cooperation: become the spokesperson and complete a few orders monthly.
• Jiang Siming agrees to both conditions.
• Jiang Siming is invited to lunch by Tang Ru, and they discuss their past interactions.
• Meanwhile, Cai Xukun, a former internet celebrity, is seen in a depressed state at a restaurant with his cousin.

Character Developments

• Jiang Siming: Shows willingness to help Bixin, indicating growth in his business mindset. He also displays a more open and genuine side when interacting with Tang Ru.
• Tang Ru: Reveals her genuine laughter and crying, showing a more authentic side to Jiang Siming. She also shows appreciation for Jiang Siming's acceptance of her true self.
• Cai Xukun: Depicted in a downtrodden state, reflecting the consequences of his past actions and the temporary nature of internet fame.

Significant Themes

• Authenticity: Tang Ru's genuine laughter and crying contrast with her usual professional demeanor, highlighting the theme of authenticity and the importance of being true to oneself.
• The Ephemeral Nature of Fame: Cai Xukun's decline serves as a reminder that internet fame can be fleeting and unpredictable.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Siming and Tang Ru: Their lunch conversation reveals a growing rapport between them, with Jiang Siming appreciating Tang Ru's genuine nature and Tang Ru finding Jiang Siming's acceptance of her refreshing.
• Jiang Siming and Principal Wang: Their playful banter in the car shows their close friendship and comfortable dynamic.
• Cai Xukun and his cousin: Their interaction highlights the cousin's attempt to console and support Cai Xukun despite his fall from grace.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xu Kun, a fallen celebrity, plots revenge against Jiang Siming, who caused his downfall.
• Xu Kun and his cousin spot Jiang Siming with Tang Ru at a restaurant and decide to target her.
• They plan to kidnap and gang-rape Tang Ru, filming it to torment Jiang Siming.
• Tang Ru is ambushed on her way home, her car damaged, and she's chased into a construction site.
• Xu Kun and his cousin arrive with their accomplices, intent on carrying out their plan.

Character Developments

• Xu Kun: Desperate for revenge, he's willing to stoop to any level, including planning a violent crime.
• Tang Ru: Initially portrayed as strong and independent, she's now terrified and desperate, facing a dire situation.
• Xu Kun's Cousin: Revealed to be ruthless and greedy, he's more interested in profiting from Xu Kun's downfall than helping him.

Significant Themes

• Revenge: Xu Kun's single-minded pursuit of revenge drives him to consider heinous acts.
• Powerlessness: Tang Ru, despite her initial strength, is now vulnerable and at the mercy of her attackers.
• Corruption and Greed: Xu Kun's cousin prioritizes personal gain over morality.

Character Interactions

• Xu Kun and Cousin: They collaborate in planning a violent crime, with Xu Kun driven by revenge and his cousin by greed.
• Tang Ru and her attackers: Tang Ru is terrorized and desperate, while her attackers are lewd and violent.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xu Kun and his cousin kidnap Tang Ru, planning to assault her and later use her as leverage against Jiang Siming.
• Jiang Siming arrives at the construction site, vowing to punish Xu Kun severely.
• Jiang Siming incapacitates several of Xu Kun's men with a single move, breaking their legs.
• Jiang Siming forces Xu Kun and his cousin to consume large amounts of potent aphrodisiacs and Viagra.
• Jiang Siming makes them ingest a mysterious pink pill, causing their voices to become high-pitched and feminine, and their Adam's apples to disappear.

Character Developments

• Xu Kun: Becomes more desperate and cowardly as he faces Jiang Siming's wrath, eventually losing his masculine voice and features.
• Cousin Cai: Initially eager to assault Tang Ru, becomes terrified and submissive when faced with Jiang Siming's power.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and revenge: Jiang Siming's arrival shifts the power balance, allowing him to exact revenge on Xu Kun.
• Consequences of actions: Xu Kun's actions lead to severe and humiliating consequences.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Siming vs. Xu Kun and Cousin Cai: Jiang Siming displays his superior strength and cunning, while Xu Kun and Cousin Cai are reduced to begging for mercy.
• Xu Kun and Cousin Cai: Their dynamic shifts from collaborative to competitive as they both try to save themselves.

Chapter Summary: “Eye-Searing Scene”

Key Plot Points and Events

• Construction workers discover several naked, badly injured men unconscious in an unfinished building. The scene is surrounded by blood, excrement, urine, and the strong smell of kapok flowers, causing nearly everyone—including the foreman and police officers—to vomit.
• The police initially suspect a bizarre group-sex incident, but an anonymously submitted video reveals that the men had kidnapped and raped a young girl. The evidence leads to their arrest and prosecution for kidnapping and sexual assault. They are taken to the hospital in handcuffs and face at least ten years in prison.
• Xu Kun, one of the perpetrators, is perversely pleased by the prospect of prison, since Jiang Siming’s supernatural punishment has altered him and made him eager to be surrounded by men.
• Jiang Siming privately acknowledges that he helped “Little Brother Cai” by using his Sissy Pill on the most suitable target, implying that he orchestrated the criminals’ downfall and punishment.
• The rescued girl, Tang Ru, has been safely returned home. Jiang briefly fantasizes about being invited inside and developing a romantic relationship with her, but recognizes that he is imagining events like a protagonist in a novel.
• Jiang’s younger sister, Jiang Wanwan, has completed her entrance exams and believes she scored above 650. She is confident she can enter an advanced class, and Jiang supports her choice not to study far from home. She plans to visit him in Shanghai during summer vacation.
• The second PUBG elimination match begins in Shanghai. The chapter shifts toward esports, especially the major roster change affecting the Weibo team: former FAZE substitute player kako has joined them.
• The chapter provides extensive background on FAZE, describing the team as a historically dominant and highly influential PUBG organization whose players possessed exceptional individual skill, teamwork, tactics, and global popularity.

Character Developments

• Jiang Siming is shown as both an avenger and a schemer. He has ensured that the criminals are punished while taking satisfaction in the cleverness of his supernatural intervention. He also displays a playful, somewhat self-indulgent romantic imagination regarding Tang Ru.
• Xu Kun suffers a humiliating and psychologically disturbing transformation as a consequence of Jiang’s punishment. Rather than fearing prison, he now looks forward to it.
• Tang Ru has survived her abduction and rape attempt and has been returned safely to her parents, though she does not directly appear in the chapter.
• Jiang Wanwan gains confidence after performing well on her exams. Her relationship with Jiang Siming remains affectionate and teasing, and she is becoming more independent in making decisions about her education.
• Jiang Siming’s esports career continues to grow in importance. His team, 4AM, is increasingly compared with major international organizations, particularly FAZE.

Significant Themes

• Justice and retribution: The criminals receive both legal punishment and grotesque supernatural consequences for their actions.
• The exposure of hidden crimes: The video transforms the police’s initial misunderstanding into a clear criminal case, emphasizing the importance of evidence and accountability.
• Humor amid brutality: The chapter uses exaggerated disgust, absurd punishment, and Jiang’s irreverent internal commentary to create dark comedy alongside the serious subject of sexual violence.
• Family support and personal choice: Jiang respects Wanwan’s decision to remain near home rather than pressuring her to study in Shanghai.
• Esports growth and professionalization: The discussion of home venues, fan communities, roster changes, and international competition reflects PUBG’s transition from a developing scene into a mature professional sport.
• Skill, teamwork, and legacy: FAZE serves as a benchmark for elite coordination and influence, setting up the competitive challenge facing Jiang Siming and 4AM.

Character Interactions

• The construction workers, foreman, and police react with shock and disgust to the aftermath of the criminals’ punishment.
• The police initially misinterpret the scene but change their response after receiving the kidnapping video.
• Jiang Siming mentally addresses Cai and reflects on the punishment he arranged, though their direct interaction is not shown.
• Jiang and Wanwan share a warm phone conversation about her exam results, future schooling, and planned visit to Shanghai.
• Jiang’s thoughts about Tang Ru reveal his hopeful but unrealistic expectations of romantic gratitude after rescuing her.
• The esports section contrasts Jiang’s individual brilliance with FAZE’s historically powerful four-person coordination, foreshadowing the competitive pressure of the upcoming match.

Key Plot Points and Events

• KAKO, a former FAZE sniper, joins a Chinese PUBG team as their first foreign aid.
• In an interview, KAKO expresses confidence in his game sense and hints at wanting to solo kill Ming Shen.
• The Chinese audience and 4am team react negatively to KAKO's arrogance.
• Jiang Siming decides to go solo in the match to avoid giving North American fans the impression that 4am is scared of them.

Character Developments

• KAKO: Shows confidence and arrogance, believes he can outsmart Ming Shen.
• Jiang Siming: Decisive and strategic, chooses to go solo to maintain his team's reputation.
• 4am Team: Annoyed by KAKO's remarks, eager to prove their strength.

Significant Themes

• Arrogance vs. Humility: KAKO's overconfidence contrasts with Jiang Siming's strategic calmness.
• National Rivalry: Tension between Chinese and North American PUBG fans and teams.
• Individual Skill vs. Teamwork: KAKO's focus on individual game sense versus 4am's team strategy.

Character Interactions

• KAKO and the Chinese audience: KAKO's interview fuels the Chinese audience's displeasure and desire to see him defeated.
• 4am Team: The team discusses their strategy and supports each other in response to KAKO's remarks.
• KAKO and his coach: The coach advises KAKO to play it safe, while KAKO secretly plans to exploit Jiang Siming's supposed OCD weakness.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The match begins on the Island map, with all teams spawning in the lobby.
• A FAZE player, KAKO, provokes 4AM by performing a taunting dance and making a throat-slitting gesture.
• Jiang Siming and KAKO land at the air defense shelter. KAKO underestimates Jiang Siming and picks up a gun, but Jiang Siming punches him to death.
• Jiang Siming picks up a golden fragment, completing his set of eight.

Character Developments

• KAKO's overconfidence and underestimation of Jiang Siming lead to his quick elimination.
• Jiang Siming demonstrates his prowess and lack of concern for KAKO's provocation, further cementing his reputation.

Significant Themes

• Hubris and Humility: KAKO's overconfidence leads to his downfall, while Jiang Siming's humility and focus make him a formidable opponent.
• Respect and Disrespect: KAKO's disrespectful behavior towards 4AM is met with indifference, while Jiang Siming's lack of response to KAKO's provocation further humbles him.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Siming vs. KAKO: Jiang Siming's indifference and quick elimination of KAKO highlight the power dynamic between them.
• 4AM vs. Other Teams: The other teams in the lobby show no reaction to KAKO's provocation, focusing on the game instead.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Siming successfully acquires amusement park worth over 20 billion yuan using a fragment.
• He accepts a beginner bounty of 6000 yuan.
• Jiang Siming targets Little Lion from OMG for his Level 3 vest and 8x scope.
• He lures Little Lion and Xiao Hai into a trap using a smoke grenade, defeating them.
• Smiling and Old Wang arrive to avenge their teammates, but Jiang Siming hides in their jeep.

Character Developments

• Jiang Siming demonstrates strategic thinking and adaptability, using a smoke grenade to outsmart his opponents.
• Little Lion shows recklessness, charging towards Jiang Siming upon realizing the grenade was fake.
• Smiling and Old Wang display cautious teamwork, searching for Jiang Siming together.

Significant Themes

• The power of strategy and deception over brute force.
• The importance of teamwork and communication in battle.
• The consequences of underestimating opponents.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Siming vs. Little Lion and Xiao Hai: Jiang Siming outmaneuvers and defeats his opponents using a smoke grenade.
• Smiling and Old Wang vs. Jiang Siming: They work together to search for Jiang Siming but are unaware of his hiding spot in their jeep.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Siming uses a surprise tactic, hiding in an enemy team's car and ambushing them, eliminating OMG.
• He gains two fragments (red and gold) and an item, [Fetus Stabilizing Pills] (blue), which he can't use yet.
• Jiang Siming loots gear from OMG, including an 8x scope SKS.
• He intervenes in a potential fight between Lstars and VG, drawing their fire and causing them to engage in battle.
• Jiang Siming takes a hit and retreats, then takes potshots at both teams from a safe distance, preventing them from escaping.

Character Developments

• Jiang Siming demonstrates quick thinking, adaptability, courage, and skill, earning respect from viewers despite his underhanded tactics.
• Smiling and Old Wang show poor situational awareness, failing to check their car for Jiang Siming.
• Lstars and VG teams display cautious behavior, unwilling to engage fully due to Jiang Siming's presence.

Significant Themes

• Adaptability and quick thinking in the face of unexpected situations.
• The consequences of underestimating opponents (Smiling and Old Wang).
• The impact of a dominant player (Jiang Siming) on a match's dynamics.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Siming's ambush leads to the elimination of OMG, highlighting his ability to turn the tide of a match.
• Jiang Siming's intervention in the Lstars-VG conflict shows his willingness to manipulate the situation for his benefit.
• The interactions between Lstars and VG reflect their caution and reluctance to engage fully due to Jiang Siming's presence.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Siming's sniper skills force Lstars and VG to temporarily cease fire and collaborate to take him down.
• SSS team arrives, sees the stalemate, and decides to attack both teams, igniting a chaotic three-way battle.
• Jiang Siming, hidden, picks off players from all teams, earning fragments for skills.
• VG is eliminated, and Jiang Siming earns two 'Artisan Craftsmanship' fragments.
• Lstars and SSS engage in close-quarters combat, preventing Jiang Siming from finishing off downed players.
• Jiang Siming earns a 'Porsche 918-Spyder' golden fragment.

Character Developments

• Jiang Siming demonstrates exceptional sniper skills and patience, earning him the nickname 'demon' among other players.
• Zhou Lili (SSS) shows frustration and annoyance at the situation and other teams' strategies.
• Lstars players exhibit strategic thinking, choosing to delay SSS to benefit 4AM.

Significant Themes

• The importance of strategic thinking and adaptability in competitive gaming.
• The consequences of greed and desire for points, as seen in SSS's actions.
• The impact of Jiang Siming's presence on the battlefield, causing other teams to adjust their strategies.

Character Interactions

• Lstars and VG tacitly agree to collaborate against Jiang Siming.
• SSS arrives and misinterprets the situation, leading to a chaotic three-way battle.
• Jiang Siming's actions force Lstars and SSS to focus on survival rather than gaining points.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Siming receives a Porsche 911 GT3 RS, worth over 10 million, as a reward for his kills.
• He narrowly avoids an AWM shot using his Danger Sense skill.
• Jiang Siming faces a three-man ambush from the Weibo team, killing them all.
• He collects fragments for Musical Mastery and Artisan Craftsmanship, and gets close to completing Private Hospital.
• Jiang Siming continues his killing spree, reaching 22 kills by the sixth circle and obtaining more fragments.

Character Developments

• Jiang Siming demonstrates his exceptional reflexes and strategic thinking in combat.
• His Danger Sense skill is further highlighted, with commentators attributing it to either predictive skills or extreme game familiarity.
• KAKO, the Weibo team's commander, shows frustration and regret for not arriving sooner to engage Jiang Siming.

Significant Themes

• Prediction and Instinct: Jiang Siming's ability to predict danger and react accordingly is a central theme.
• Adaptability: Jiang Siming's ability to quickly adapt to new situations, such as facing ambushes or finding new vehicles, is crucial to his success.
• Reputation and Respect: Jiang Siming's actions, like stealing a motorcycle from Wei Shen, highlight his growing reputation and the respect (or lack thereof) he commands from other players.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Siming interacts with the Weibo team, who seek revenge for their fallen teammate and are ultimately defeated.
• He encounters Wei Shen, from whom he takes a motorcycle, leading to a heated exchange.
• Commentators discuss and praise Jiang Siming's skills, contributing to his growing reputation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• 4AM team hasn't lost any players; they're all still alive in the match.
• The commentators are confident in 4AM's victory, considering the elimination of strong teams like OMG and the Weibo team's underwhelming performance.
• Fans of other teams are hopeful but also worried about falling into the familiar 'most promising' curse, as seen in the League of Legends S Championship history.
• Jiang Siming, still not reunited with his team, is in an optimal position but vulnerable to close-range attacks.
• Wei Shen's team spots and eliminates a BA team, but Jiang Siming doesn't get a kill.
• A lone VK team player is crawling, aiming for a good ranking, but Jiang Siming spots and eliminates him with precise 6x AK shots.
• Wei Shen's team's vehicles are shot out, stranding them in the toxic zone. Jiang Siming offers to clear a path for them using a motorcycle, but Xing Mu and Duo Yu are eliminated by IFTY before Wei Shen can be rescued.

Character Developments

• Jiang Siming shows his strategic thinking and willingness to help his teammates, even putting himself in danger.
• Wei Shen demonstrates leadership and quick thinking under pressure.
• Xing Mu and Duo Yu show regret for not prioritizing their survival, leading to their elimination.

Significant Themes

• Teamwork and individual sacrifice for the team's success.
• The pressure of expectations and the 'most promising' curse.
• The importance of adaptability and quick thinking in high-pressure situations.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Siming and Wei Shen's dynamic shows camaraderie and mutual respect, with Jiang Siming often taking the initiative to help his teammates.
• Xing Mu and Duo Yu's interaction with Wei Shen highlights their frustration and regret, contrasting with Wei Shen's calm and strategic mindset.
• The commentators' discussion reflects the fans' hopes and fears, mirroring the broader narrative of the 'most promising' curse.

Key Plot Points and Events

• IFTY's new recruits, Xingchen and Ci Nan, seek revenge against Jiang Siming from the previous round.
• 4AM's team, led by Jiang Siming and Wei Shen, engages in a tense standoff with IFTY.
• Ci Nan is killed by Jiang Siming, and A+ decides to abandon him to focus on the final showdown.
• Jiang Siming and Wei Shen push into the final circle, trading kills and enjoying the match.
• Jiang Siming accidentally witnesses the death of the two gold shadows (XDD and his teammate) and takes out his frustration on them.
• Jiang Siming and Wei Shen become the final survivors, winning the match.

Character Developments

• Xingchen and Ci Nan show determination and confidence but underestimate Jiang Siming's skills.
• A+ demonstrates strategic thinking but struggles with the aggressive playstyle of 4AM.
• Jiang Siming showcases his precision and aggressive play, while Wei Shen provides covering fire and draws attention.
• XDD and his teammate display opportunistic play, taking advantage of the situation to eliminate the 17 team.

Significant Themes

• Revenge and redemption (Xingchen, Ci Nan, and Jiang Siming)
• Strategic thinking versus aggressive play (A+ vs. 4AM)
• Opportunism and adaptability (XDD and his teammate)

Character Interactions

• Xingchen and Ci Nan work together but ultimately fail against Jiang Siming.
• A+ and Kao Ren struggle to coordinate against 4AM's aggressive tactics.
• Jiang Siming and Wei Shen work well together, trading kills and covering for each other.
• XDD and his teammate take advantage of the situation to eliminate the 17 team and are later killed by Jiang Siming.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Siming receives a new black fragment, [Task Publisher], which can randomly release tasks for rewards.
• Jiang Siming completes the competition, collecting all fragments for several skills and acquiring a Porsche 918 Spyder and a significant cash prize.
• Upon returning home, Jiang Siming discovers that the [Task Publisher] hasn't released any tasks yet.

Character Developments

• Jiang Siming's wealth and influence grow after the competition.
• KAKO, a rival player, vows to improve and defeat Jiang Siming.

Significant Themes

• Ambition and determination (KAKO's vow to improve and defeat Jiang Siming).
• Wealth and status (Jiang Siming's growing fortune and influence).

Character Interactions

• Jiang Siming and KAKO have a brief, tense exchange after the competition.
• Jiang Siming shares a celebratory dinner with his team, Wei Shen and the others.
• Jiang Siming receives a mysterious call about buying a house, which piques his interest.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Shengxue, the "scumbag girl" from the one-night stand, calls Jiang Siming after graduating early from her trial training with the Heavenly Group.
• She reveals that Jiang Siming's elixirs helped her graduate early, and they decide to video call each other.
• During the call, another woman enters Li Shengxue's room, causing Jiang Siming to glimpse her figure.

Character Developments

• Li Shengxue: She has developed feelings for Jiang Siming, shown by her emotional reaction to seeing him again and her eagerness to return to Shanghai.
• Jiang Siming: He is smitten with Li Shengxue, showing jealousy when another woman enters her room and expressing his desire to see her new moves upon her return.

Significant Themes

• Relationship Development: The chapter explores the budding relationship between Jiang Siming and Li Shengxue, with both parties expressing their affection for each other.
• Jealousy and Possessiveness: Jiang Siming's reaction to the other woman in Li Shengxue's room highlights his possessive nature and jealousy.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Siming and Li Shengxue: Their interaction is playful and flirtatious, with both parties expressing their desire to see each other again.
• Li Shengxue and the Unknown Woman: The woman's entrance disrupts their conversation and causes Jiang Siming to feel jealous and aroused.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Shengxue's colleague, Huo Wu, walks in on her video call with Jiang Siming, misunderstanding the situation.
• Huo Wu reveals her true feelings about not wanting to fall in love, unlike her usual fiery self at work.
• Ishihara Satomi publicly exposes HRP company's misconduct, leading to a major scandal in the Japanese entertainment industry.
• Jiang Siming receives a message from Ishihara Satomi, confirming her move to China after the case is concluded.

Character Developments

• Li Shengxue: Reveals her codename 'Snow Girl' and her relationship with Jiang Siming to Huo Wu. Shows her doting nature towards Jiang Siming.
• Huo Wu: Reveals her true feelings about not wanting to fall in love, contrasting with her usual fiery demeanor at work. Shows curiosity about Li Shengxue's relationship.
• Ishihara Satomi: Stands up for her rights, leading to a major scandal in the Japanese entertainment industry. Confirms her move to China.

Significant Themes

• True Colors: The chapter title reflects the reveal of characters' true feelings and attitudes, contrasting with their usual public personas.
• Relationships: The exploration of relationships, both romantic (Li Shengxue and Jiang Siming) and platonic (Li Shengxue and Huo Wu), is a central theme.
• Power Dynamics: The power dynamics between women and men, as well as within the entertainment industry, are subtly explored.

Character Interactions

• Li Shengxue and Jiang Siming: Their relationship is strengthened as they chat about daily life, with Jiang Siming comforting Li Shengxue about her codename.
• Li Shengxue and Huo Wu: Despite the initial misunderstanding, they share a friendly interaction, with Huo Wu expressing curiosity about Li Shengxue's relationship.
• Ishihara Satomi and Jiang Siming: They exchange messages, with Ishihara Satomi confirming her move to China and expressing shyness about the arrangement.