Ch. 1A Return to the Countryside to Farm, Traveling to Primordial Chaos Beneath the Bed and Meeting Nuwa
Key Plot Points and Events
- Chen Xuan, a businessman who recently broke up with his girlfriend and lost his company, returns to his rural hometown, Chen Family Village.
- He discovers a hidden world under his bed, leading him to Buzhou Mountain and meeting Nuwa, the Mother of Humanity.
- Nuwa, initially suspicious of Chen Xuan, asks him to prove his claim of being from a later generation.
Character Developments
- Chen Xuan: After his breakup and business failure, Chen Xuan returns home, disillusioned with the outside world. He becomes more filial towards his parents and seeks a new purpose in life.
- Nuwa: Initially wary and imposing, Nuwa shows curiosity and caution when interacting with Chen Xuan. She is protective of her secrets and the mysteries of her world.
Significant Themes
- Betrayal and disillusionment: Chen Xuan's experiences with his girlfriend and business highlight the theme of betrayal and the disillusionment that comes with it.
- The power of nature and the supernatural: Nuwa's world and her powers emphasize the theme of the power of nature and the supernatural, contrasting with the mundane reality of Chen Xuan's previous life.
Character Interactions
- Chen Xuan and Nuwa: Their interaction is marked by curiosity, caution, and a power dynamic, with Nuwa being the more powerful and knowledgeable figure.
- Chen Xuan and his parents: Their reunion is filled with warmth and filial piety, with Chen Xuan feeling guilty for neglecting them while pursuing his business ventures.
- Chen Xuan and the Village Chief: Their conversation highlights the village chief's expectations for Chen Xuan to contribute to the village's development due to his education.