Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• A large, scarlet-eyed dog, suspected to be an Alien, attacks security guards at the entrance of a residential complex.
• Qin Fen, a Quasi-Martial Artist, intervenes, helping the guards resist the dog's assault.
• Qin Fen uses a riot shield and police steel fork to fight the dog, eventually killing it by thrusting the fork into its brain.
• After the dog's death, Qin Fen's Righteous Qi Value increases by 40.

Character Developments

• Qin Fen demonstrates bravery, skill, and selflessness in protecting the guards and residents from the dangerous dog.
• The security guards show determination and teamwork in defending the complex, despite the threat posed by the dog.

Significant Themes

• Bravery and Selflessness: Qin Fen's actions highlight the importance of standing up against danger to protect others.
• Teamwork: The guards' coordinated efforts showcase the power of unity and cooperation in the face of adversity.

Character Interactions

• Qin Fen works alongside the security guards, showing mutual respect and support.
• The guards and residents of the complex express concern and appreciation for Qin Fen's heroic actions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Qin Fen gains 40 Righteous Qi Value and enhances his Galloping Horse Strength.
• SWAT arrives, and Qin Fen is commended for killing the alien dog.
• Qin Fen learns about merit points and merit medals.
• Qin Fen's parents are still at Lefu Supermarket, where an alien incident is occurring.

Character Developments

• Qin Fen demonstrates bravery and responsibility by deciding to go to Lefu Supermarket to help his parents, despite the risks.
• Qin Guofeng shows calmness and reassurance in a dangerous situation.

Significant Themes

• Family responsibility and love.
• Bravery and responsibility in the face of danger.
• The importance of merit points and medals in the new world order.

Character Interactions

• Qin Fen interacts with the SWAT captain, who commends him and allows him to join the mission to Lefu Supermarket.
• Qin Fen speaks to his father on the phone, expressing concern and receiving reassurance.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A metahuman, later identified as a Bone Spur Alien, attacks Lefu Supermarket.
• Qin Fen, a Quasi-Martial Artist at the Second Realm of Jing Li, joins the SWAT team to help.
• The Bone Spur Alien, a Level Two metahuman, is causing havoc on the third floor.
• Qin Fen, wearing a combat suit and armed with a short sword, engages the Bone Spur Alien in close combat.

Character Developments

• Qin Fen demonstrates courage and concern for his parents' safety, reassuring them despite the danger.
• Qin Fen's parents show worry for their son's safety, highlighting their protective nature.

Significant Themes

• Bravery and Selflessness: Qin Fen puts himself in harm's way to protect others, showcasing his bravery and selflessness.
• Family Bond: Qin Fen's concern for his parents and their worry for him emphasize the strong bond between them.

Character Interactions

• Qin Fen interacts with his parents, reassuring them and guiding them to safety.
• Qin Fen works with the SWAT team, following Captain Chen's orders and using the provided combat suit and weapon to fight the metahuman.
• Qin Fen faces off against the Bone Spur Alien, demonstrating his combat skills and the effectiveness of the combat suit against the alien's corrosive blood.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Qin Fen, a Quasi-Martial Artist, fights and defeats a Bone Spur Alien in a supermarket.
• He severs the Alien's arm with a short sword, then blocks its counterattack with his forearm.
• Special police arrive and wound the Alien with gunfire, but it attempts to escape.
• Qin Fen stops it by hurling a heavy shelf and ultimately decapitates the Alien.

Character Developments

• Qin Fen demonstrates his combat skills and adaptability in battle.
• He experiences discomfort and nausea after killing an Alien Human for the first time, but his Righteous Qi Value increases, indicating growth.

Significant Themes

• Adaptation: Qin Fen must adapt to the reality of killing Alien Humans and the harsh life of a Martial Artist.
• Responsibility: He feels responsible for protecting ordinary people from Alien threats.

Character Interactions

• Qin Fen works with special police to defeat the Bone Spur Alien.
• He doesn't interact with any other characters in this chapter, but his internal dialogue reflects his thoughts and growth.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Qin Fen assists the police in dealing with multiple Alien and alien creature incidents in Xisha District.
• He kills several Level Two Aliens and alien creatures, earning Righteous Qi Value.
• Qin Fen accompanies the SWAT team to help clear scenes, acting eight times due to the Aliens' retreat into sewers.

Character Developments

• Qin Fen demonstrates his bravery, responsibility, and dedication to protecting citizens.
• His parents show concern for his safety but also trust in his abilities.
• Captain Chen's favorable impression of Qin Fen grows due to his assistance.

Significant Themes

• Responsibility and duty in protecting citizens from threats.
• The importance of experience in combat and facing life-threatening situations.
• The potential for growth and improvement through challenging circumstances.

Character Interactions

• Qin Fen interacts with Captain Chen, expressing his willingness to help and receiving praise for his actions.
• Qin Fen's parents show worry but ultimately support his decision to assist the police.
• Qin Fen works alongside the SWAT team, demonstrating his value in situations where their usual tactics are ineffective.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Qin Fen decides to break through to the Third Realm of Jing Li by adding 360 Righteous Qi Value to his Galloping Horse Strength martial art.
• He successfully breaks through, reaching Smooth Strength, and feels a significant increase in his control over jing force and strength (7000 jin).
• Qin Fen experiences a severe depletion of blood and qi, causing a nosebleed and weakness, but recovers after consuming Nutritional Meals.
• He learns that Righteous Qi Value acts as a catalyst, accelerating martial arts improvement, but does not create jing force or strengthen the body from nothing.

Character Developments

• Qin Fen demonstrates self-control by choosing to break through at school for better recovery resources.
• He shows understanding of his body's needs and limitations, learning from his experience with the breakthrough.

Significant Themes

• The importance of proper nutrition and recovery in martial arts cultivation.
• The role of Righteous Qi Value as a catalyst in martial arts improvement.

Character Interactions

• No significant interactions occur in this chapter, as Qin Fen is alone during his breakthrough and training.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Qin Fen is summoned to the principal's office along with other teachers and students.
• The principal announces Qin Fen's first-place victory in the Freshman Martial Arts Exchange Competition and his award of 80,000 yuan.
• Qin Fen is awarded an Outstanding Youth Certificate and Badge by Captain Chen for assisting the Guard Bureau in Alien incidents.
• Qin Fen is asked to speak on stage, and he delivers a brief speech about the purpose of practicing martial arts.
• The principal announces the opening of a Good Deeds column in the school.

Character Developments

• Qin Fen gains recognition and respect from his peers and teachers for his achievements.
• Qin Fen's Righteous Qi Value increases by 100 points upon receiving the Outstanding Youth Certificate and Badge.

Significant Themes

• The importance of practicing martial arts for promoting righteousness and maintaining public order.
• The value of hard work and dedication in achieving one's goals.
• The recognition and praise from parents and society as a driving force for personal growth.

Character Interactions

• Qin Fen interacts with his classmates, who express admiration and even attempt to set him up with their sisters or cousins.
• Qin Fen receives awards on stage in front of the entire school, with the principal and Captain Chen present.
• Qin Fen delivers a brief speech, demonstrating his understanding of the purpose of practicing martial arts.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Qin Fen wins first place in the Freshman Martial Arts Exchange Competition and receives an Outstanding Youth Certificate.
• Qin Fen visits the principal's office, collects his prize money, and is encouraged by the principal and Captain Chen from the Guard Bureau.
• Qin Fen trains at Thunder Spirit Martial Arts Hall, discovering the benefits of the Third Realm of Jing Li and the challenges of improving Thunderclap Fist.

Character Developments

• Qin Fen's reputation grows throughout Thirteen Middle School due to his achievements.
• Qin Fen demonstrates courage and determination by fighting Aliens, inspiring other students.
• Qin Fen shows dedication and perseverance in his martial arts training.

Significant Themes

• Perseverance: Martial arts training requires consistent effort and dedication to prevent regression.
• Cost of Martial Arts: Practicing martial arts involves significant financial investment.
• Benefits of Advanced Jing Li: The Third Realm of Jing Li offers various health benefits.

Character Interactions

• Qin Fen interacts with the principal and Captain Chen, who encourage him to continue his achievements.
• Qin Fen's actions inspire other students, who consider whether they would dare fight Aliens like him.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Qin Fen returns home, celebrates his competition wins with his parents, and watches the key schools' Freshman Martial Arts Exchange Competition on TV.
• The competition features more skilled participants, with matches being far more intense and thrilling than Qin Fen's competition.
• The competition concludes, and Thirteen Middle School gains recognition due to Qin Fen's and Shi Jian's performances.

Character Developments

• Qin Fen's parents are proud of his achievements and celebrate with him.
• Qin Fen becomes absorbed in watching the competition, indicating his growing interest and dedication to martial arts.
• Teacher Zhou Wu is shocked and impressed by Qin Fen's rapid progress in cultivation.

Significant Themes

• Prodigy and Talent: Qin Fen's exceptional natural talent and rapid progress in martial arts are highlighted.
• Recognition and Pride: Qin Fen's achievements bring recognition to Thirteen Middle School and pride to his parents and Teacher Zhou Wu.

Character Interactions

• Qin Fen's parents express their joy and pride in their son's accomplishments.
• Qin Fen and Teacher Zhou Wu discuss Qin Fen's cultivation progress and future martial arts training.
• Qin Fen watches the competition alone, showing his dedication and absorption in martial arts.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Qin Fen begins training in Thirteen Grand Protectors' Horizontal Training under Zhou Wu's guidance.
• Zhou Wu explains the Horizontal Training Method, which involves using external objects to strike the body for impact-resistance training.
• Qin Fen endures a brutal training session where Zhou Wu strikes him with a rubber baton to improve his reaction speed and endurance.
• Qin Fen applies Secret Medicinal Oil to aid recovery and allocates Righteous Qi Value to Thirteen Grand Protectors' Horizontal Training, experiencing intense pain during the process.

Character Developments

• Qin Fen demonstrates resilience and determination in enduring the harsh training, showing growth in his mental fortitude.
• Zhou Wu displays his stern and demanding side as a teacher, pushing Qin Fen to his limits.

Significant Themes

• Endurance and perseverance in the face of pain and adversity.
• The importance of mental preparation and reaction speed in martial arts.
• The role of external objects in impact-resistance training.

Character Interactions

• Qin Fen and Zhou Wu's master-student relationship is highlighted, with Zhou Wu pushing Qin Fen to improve while Qin Fen shows dedication to his training.
• Qin Fen's interaction with the Panel is shown, as he allocates Righteous Qi Value to his martial art, experiencing the consequences of hasty decisions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Qin Fen trains in Thirteen Grand Protectors' Horizontal Training, a rigorous physical conditioning method.
• He spends around one thousand yuan daily on nutrition, medicine, and treatments to support his intense training.
• After two months, Qin Fen reaches the Entering the Hall and Reaching the Inner Chamber realm in Thirteen Grand Protectors' Horizontal Training, enhancing his physical body significantly.
• Zhou Wu advises Qin Fen to sign up for the Internal Arena Match to identify his shortcomings through sparring with older students.

Character Developments

• Qin Fen's physical body becomes tougher, comparable to copper skin and iron bones, and he can withstand attacks from ordinary sharp weapons.
• Qin Fen's martial arts progress: Galloping Horse Strength (Peak Perfection), Eighteen Falls Upon Touching (Peak Perfection), Thunderclap Fist (Entering the Hall and Reaching the Inner Chamber), and Thirteen Grand Protectors' Horizontal Training (Entering the Hall and Reaching the Inner Chamber).
• Qin Fen realizes the vast resources required to reach higher realms in Thirteen Grand Protectors' Horizontal Training, prompting him to consider earning more money or Righteous Qi Value for cultivation.

Significant Themes

• The importance of rigorous training and dedication in martial arts progression.
• The financial aspect of high-intensity martial arts training and the need for resources.
• The value of sparring and competition in identifying areas for improvement.

Character Interactions

• Qin Fen interacts with Zhou Wu, his teacher and trainer, who provides guidance and advice on Qin Fen's training and future plans.
• Qin Fen observes Senior Wang Teng winning in the Internal Arena Match, inspiring him to participate and test his skills.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Qin Fen arrives at the school's internal Arena Match and learns about the prize money for consecutive wins.
• He registers for the match, and the system assigns him as Wang Teng's opponent, sparking disbelief and bets among spectators.
• Qin Fen and Wang Teng enter the Arena for their match.

Character Developments

• Qin Fen demonstrates his mental fortitude and composure, unaffected by the doubts and bets around him.
• Wang Teng shows his confidence and strength, having won six consecutive matches.

Significant Themes

• The power of mental fortitude and composure in the face of adversity.
• The importance of preparation and self-regulation in combat.

Character Interactions

• Qin Fen and Wang Teng exchange gazes as they enter the Arena, signaling the start of their match.
• Spectators discuss and bet on the outcome of Qin Fen's match against Wang Teng, highlighting their disbelief in Qin Fen's chances.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Qin Fen and Wang Teng face off in an Arena match.
• Wang Teng uses Cannon Fist's Chain Cannon, but Qin Fen breaks its momentum with a single punch.
• Qin Fen uses Iron Fist Technique and Eagle Claw Technique from Thirteen Grand Protectors' Horizontal Training.
• Wang Teng counters with Mountain-Splitting Cannon.

Character Developments

• Qin Fen demonstrates significant strength, reaching the Third Realm of Jing Li and breaking Wang Teng's Chain Cannon.
• Wang Teng shows his prowess in Cannon Fist and Iron Shirt, but is surprised by Qin Fen's strength.

Significant Themes

• The importance of strength and cultivation level in martial arts competition.
• The use of martial arts techniques and their effects.
• The shock and admiration of onlookers for Qin Fen's skill.

Character Interactions

• Qin Fen and Wang Teng exchange blows, each testing the other's strength and skills.
• Qin Fen's calm and collected demeanor contrasts with Wang Teng's aggressive and confident attitude.
• The audience reacts with surprise and awe at Qin Fen's performance.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Qin Fen and Wang Teng's match begins.
• Qin Fen uses Thunderclap Fist, matching Wang Teng's Cannon Fist in power.
• Wang Teng uses Mountain-Splitting Cannon, which Qin Fen withstands with ease.
• Qin Fen uses Wrath of the Thunder God, a killing move, but Wang Teng survives.
• Wang Teng uses Rampaging Bear Crashes the Tree, a powerful charge that could end the match.

Character Developments

• Qin Fen demonstrates his prowess in Thunderclap Fist, showing he can match Wang Teng's power and withstand his attacks.
• Wang Teng shows his versatility by using a second martial art, Rampaging Bear Crashes the Tree, indicating he's not one-dimensional.

Significant Themes

• The theme of evenly matched opponents is prominent, with both fighters showing impressive skills and resilience.
• The power and force of martial arts are emphasized, with descriptions of their impacts and effects on the environment.

Character Interactions

• Qin Fen and Wang Teng's fight showcases their respect for each other's skills, with both acknowledging the other's strength.
• Their interaction is primarily physical, with each trying to outdo the other in power and technique.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Qin Fen faces Wang Teng, a Senior Three Martial Arts Student, in the Arena.
• Wang Teng uses Bear Wrestler, a powerful martial art, to overpower Qin Fen.
• Qin Fen discovers Bear Wrestler's weakness in agility and dodges Wang Teng's charges.
• Qin Fen uses Lightning Flash Thunderclap, the second killing move of Thunderclap Fist, to defeat Wang Teng.

Character Developments

• Qin Fen demonstrates significant improvement, mastering Lightning Flash Thunderclap and defeating a Senior Three Martial Arts Student.
• Wang Teng shows his prowess but underestimates Qin Fen, leading to his defeat.

Significant Themes

• The power of martial arts and the importance of mastering them.
• The value of understanding one's opponent's strengths and weaknesses.
• The thrill and excitement of competition.

Character Interactions

• Qin Fen and Wang Teng engage in a fierce and intense battle, showcasing their skills and determination.
• Qin Fen pulls Wang Teng to his feet after the match, showing respect and sportsmanship.
• The surrounding students applaud both fighters for their impressive match.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Qin Fen's strength and potential are recognized by the Martial Arts Bureau inspectors.
• Qin Fen wins against Wang Teng, a Senior One student in the Third Realm of Jing Li.
• Qin Fen faces Tang Ziping, who also uses Tiger Demon Fist, in the next match.

Character Developments

• Qin Fen shows growth in his mental fortitude and combat experience, having fought Altered Humans and Aliens.
• Tang Ziping reveals his potential and strength, reaching the peak of the Second Realm of Jing Li.

Significant Themes

• The theme of rapid growth and potential in martial arts is emphasized, with Qin Fen's progress drawing attention from the Martial Arts Bureau.
• The importance of mental fortitude and combat experience is highlighted, with Qin Fen's past encounters with Altered Humans and Aliens contributing to his strength.

Character Interactions

• Qin Fen and Wang Teng interact briefly after their match, with Wang Teng acknowledging Qin Fen's strength and potential.
• Qin Fen and Tang Ziping engage in psychological warfare before their match, with Qin Fen provoking Tang Ziping to ignite his anger.
• Qin Fen and Tang Ziping clash on the Arena, with Tang Ziping's Tiger Demon Fist matching Qin Fen's Thunderclap Fist in strength.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Qin Fen participates in an internal Arena Match, facing opponents from Senior Two and Senior Three Martial Arts Classes.
• He wins seven consecutive matches, defeating Senior Three Martial Arts Students, including Wang Teng.
• In the eighth match, he encounters a Senior Three Martial Arts Student in the Third Realm and loses.
• Qin Fen earns a six-thousand-yuan prize for his seven consecutive victories.

Character Developments

• Qin Fen demonstrates his strength and gains recognition among Senior Two and Senior Three Martial Arts Students.
• He sets a new goal: to become the strongest high school student in Yang City.

Significant Themes

• Qin Fen's growing reputation and confidence in his abilities.
• The importance of setting and achieving goals in personal growth.

Character Interactions

• Qin Fen faces off against various opponents in the Arena Match, showcasing his skills and determination.
• He interacts with the referee, who arranges his matches and awards his prize money.
• Qin Fen's name spreads among the Martial Arts Classes of Senior Two and Senior Three, leading to increased recognition and respect.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A group of black-robed figures, Altered Humans, summon a giant python using a sacrifice of thirty-six people. They plan to open a spatial rift for an Alien Organization.
• Qin Fen and Chen Bo prepare for their final examination at Thirteen Middle School. Senior Three students take their exams first, followed by Senior Two and Senior One.

Character Developments

• Qin Fen: He is determined to rank first in his school and city, aiming to enter a Martial Arts University. He is confident in his abilities and supportive of his friends.
• Chen Bo: He has broken through to the Second Realm and hopes to rank in the top ten of his school. He feels he is not on the same level as Qin Fen but remains optimistic about his future.

Significant Themes

• Competition and Ambition: Qin Fen's drive to be the best is a central theme, reflecting the competitive nature of the Martial Arts world.
• Friendship and Support: Qin Fen's encouragement of Chen Bo highlights the importance of friendship and camaraderie among the students.

Character Interactions

• Qin Fen and Chen Bo interact as study partners and friends. They discuss their goals, preparations, and strategies for the final examination, showing mutual support and respect.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The final exam for martial arts students is held in the Martial Arts Hall, with various physical tests like sprinting, punching force, kicking force, neural reaction speed, and resistance to blows.
• Qin Fen, a student from Yang City Thirteenth High School, participates in the exams.
• Qin Fen achieves an exceptional hundred-meter sprint time of 4.68 seconds, punching force of 8,300 jin, and kicking force of 8,400 jin.
• He then proceeds to the neural reaction test, where he must dodge bullets fired from test machine guns.

Character Developments

• Qin Fen demonstrates remarkable physical prowess and speed, performing exceptionally well in the physical tests.
• The proctor from the Martial Arts Bureau shows surprise at Qin Fen's performance, indicating his potential.

Significant Themes

• The importance of physical prowess and speed in martial arts.
• The competitive nature of the final exam, pushing students to perform at their best.
• The use of advanced technology in testing and recording students' performance.

Character Interactions

• Qin Fen interacts with the proctor from the Martial Arts Bureau, who oversees the exam and records his results.
• Qin Fen's performance draws the proctor's attention, hinting at potential recognition or further interaction.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Qin Fen undergoes various tests in the Senior One final exams, including dodging rubber bullets from machine guns and resisting strikes from a mechanical device.
• He chooses the highest difficulty level for the resistance-to-strikes test, enduring a minute of strikes from mechanical fists with a force of five thousand jin.
• After completing all tests, Qin Fen and his classmates await the results, which are to be announced at 12 PM.

Character Developments

• Qin Fen demonstrates his exceptional reaction speed, agility, and force concentration during the exams, showcasing his growth as a Martial Arts Student.
• He remains calm and focused throughout the tests, indicating his mental resilience.

Significant Themes

• The theme of perseverance and determination is highlighted as Qin Fen endures the intense resistance-to-strikes test.
• The importance of hard work and dedication is emphasized, as Qin Fen's classmates discuss his potential ranking and the scholarship rewards.

Character Interactions

• Qin Fen interacts with his classmates, discussing his potential ranking and offering to treat them to lunch.
• Chen Bo asks Qin Fen about his predicted ranking, showing interest in his friend's progress.