Ch. 381Mental Shock
Key Plot Points and Events
- Mo Qiong's extraordinary gambling streak, winning and losing massive amounts, attracts the attention of a middle-aged white man who invites him to a private gambling room.
- Mo Qiong informs Master Gou about the invitation, and Gou promptly has the man investigated by the IRS, preventing Mo Qiong from engaging in the private game.
- Mo Qiong completes his thousandth match, preparing for the final round where he intends to use his newly awakened Mental Power to cheat and win back his money.
Character Developments
- Mo Qiong: Shows his ability to adapt and change his gambling strategy, going from reckless betting to calculated losses. He also demonstrates his resolve and determination by continuing to gamble despite significant losses. He awakens his Mental Power and unintentionally uses it to knock out the Dealer.
- Hana: Stays by Mo Qiong's side throughout his gambling, showing loyalty and concern for him. She becomes numb to his constant losses and tries to reason with him but ultimately accepts his decisions.
- The Dealer: Initially professional and composed, she becomes startled and ultimately faints after Mo Qiong's Mental Power impacts her.
Significant Themes
- The power of Mental Power and its potential for both communication and attack.
- The consequences of reckless gambling and the emotional toll it takes on those around the gambler.
- The allure of easy money and the temptation to cheat, as seen in the middle-aged white man's invitation to Mo Qiong.
Character Interactions
- Mo Qiong and Hana: Hana tries to understand Mo Qiong's motivations for continuing to gamble despite his losses, while Mo Qiong remains enigmatic about his plans.
- Mo Qiong and the middle-aged white man: The man sees Mo Qiong as an easy target and tries to lure him into a private gambling room, but Mo Qiong declines and later reports him to Master Gou.
- Mo Qiong and the Dealer: The Dealer initially maintains her professionalism but is ultimately overwhelmed by Mo Qiong's Mental Power, leading to her fainting.