Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Yan Country faces natural disasters, causing widespread famine and suffering.
• Chong Yue, Xi's brother, writes to Xi for help, but Xi demands a high price for her assistance.
• Xi and Huang Cao (Acao) discuss using Xi's scroll abilities for Utopia's external expansion.
• Xi and Acao devise a plan to airdrop an army using Xi's scrolls for a surprise attack.

Character Developments

• Xi: Becomes more confident and proactive, wanting to contribute to Utopia and not just be a vase.
• Chong Yue: Shows concern for Yan Country's plight and seeks Xi's help.
• Acao (Huang Cao): Maintains his focus on Utopia's development and doesn't want Xi involved in war.

Significant Themes

• The consequences of long-term suppression and pent-up anger (Yan Country's dissatisfaction).
• The value of one's abilities and desire to contribute (Xi's perspective).
• The responsibility of a ruler towards their people (Acao's focus on Utopia's development).

Character Interactions

• Xi and Acao: Discuss Xi's role in Utopia and strategize together.
• Xi and Chong Yue: Xi shows concern for her brother's plea but demands a high price for her help.
• Acao and Kal'tsit: The two work together to handle Acao's duties while Xi and Kal'tsit enjoy their time.

Plot Points & Events

• A severe disaster in the hinterlands of Yan Country leads to widespread famine.
• The True Dragon, initially unaware of the true extent of the disaster, is enraged upon learning the truth and confronts his ministers.
• The True Dragon decides to go to the disaster-stricken area personally, despite his ministers' objections.
• The True Dragon sends a message to Utopia, requesting support and offering land in exchange for grain.
• Utopia agrees to the True Dragon's terms, and grain is sent to Yan Country.

Character Developments

• The True Dragon shows remorse and willingness to take responsibility for his people's suffering, deciding to go to the disaster area himself.
• The True Dragon demonstrates his determination and resolve by executing a minister who questions his decision.
• The ministers show their self-interest and lack of concern for the common people's well-being.

Significant Themes

• The struggle between local and central authorities, with the local powerful families prioritizing their own interests over the common good.
• The True Dragon's responsibility towards his people and his willingness to take action to help them.
• The consequences of ignoring expert advice and the importance of accurate information in decision-making.

Character Interactions

• The True Dragon interacts with his ministers, showing anger and frustration at their lack of concern for the common people and their attempts to protect their own interests.
• The True Dragon interacts with Utopia, requesting support and offering land in exchange for grain, demonstrating his desperation and willingness to make concessions.
• The ministers interact with the True Dragon, attempting to dissuade him from going to the disaster area and offering their own solutions, which the True Dragon rejects.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The True Dragon successfully distributes grain to disaster-stricken areas, preventing corruption.
• Master Huang visits Yan Country, bringing aid and revealing Utopia's intention to conquer in the future.
• The True Dragon accepts the challenge, acknowledging the inevitability of dynastic change.

Character Developments

• The True Dragon contracts the Originium Infection due to his close contact with disaster victims.
• Master Huang remains unaged and maintains his kind-hearted demeanor.
• Ling invites Master Huang to her home, hinting at her growing feelings.

Significant Themes

• The cycle of life and death, and the inevitability of change.
• The power dynamics between nations and the strong preying on the weak.
• The importance of a ruler's resolve and actions in shaping a nation's future.

Character Interactions

• The True Dragon and Master Huang discuss the future of Yan Country and Utopia's intentions.
• Ling, Shu, and Xi interact with Master Huang, showcasing their affection and dynamic sisterly relationship.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ling, a dragon, is curious about a unique perfume her younger sisters wear, which they refuse to share details about.
• She peeks on her brother-in-law, Huang Cao, and her sisters, discovering the perfume's source and its powerful effects.
• Ling, driven by curiosity, tastes a drop of the perfume.

Character Developments

• Ling: Struggles with curiosity and morality, ultimately giving in to her curiosity.
• Huang Cao: Demonstrates his strength and prowess, handling both of Ling's sisters simultaneously.
• Shu and Xi: Display their affection and satisfaction with Huang Cao, hinting at their active sex life.

Significant Themes

• Curiosity: Ling's curiosity drives her to peek and eventually taste the perfume.
• Morality: Ling grapples with the morality of her actions, ultimately giving in to her curiosity.
• Power Dynamics: Huang Cao's strength allows him to handle both of Ling's sisters, highlighting his dominance.

Character Interactions

• Ling and Huang Cao: Ling peeks on Huang Cao and her sisters, leading to her tasting the perfume.
• Ling and her sisters (Shu and Xi): Ling's curiosity about the perfume leads to her discovering its source and effects.
• Huang Cao and his wives (Shu and Xi): Their active and satisfying sex life is hinted at, showcasing their strong bond.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ling struggles with her feelings for Huang Cao after witnessing his interactions with Xi and Shu.
• She decides to take a break from her desires and consider her feelings more clearly.
• Gia, now an Abundance Warrior in Utopia's embassy in Lateran, plans to address a personal matter.

Character Developments

• Ling: Struggles with her attraction to Huang Cao and her desire for freedom.
• Gia: Has found fulfillment and happiness in Utopia but still has a personal matter to address.

Significant Themes

• Love vs. Freedom: Ling grapples with her desire for Huang Cao and her pursuit of personal freedom.
• Personal Growth: Both Ling and Gia are dealing with personal issues that have arisen from their new lives.

Character Interactions

• Ling considers confiding in Xi and Shu about her feelings for Huang Cao.
• Gia plans to discuss her personal matter with Lentimute, who is preoccupied with his duties in Utopia.

Summary

Plot Points and Events

• Lentimute remains oblivious to Gia's feelings for him.
• Huang Cao assigns Lentimute and Gia a new mission in Lateran.
• Huang Cao commands Lentimute to love the people of Utopia, including Gia.
• Gia takes the Abundance Seed and receives a plan to dismantle Lateran's ideology.

Character Developments

• Lentimute: Still single-minded and devoted to Utopia, but begins to consider his feelings for Gia.
• Gia: Gains Utopian citizenship and becomes an envoy to Lateran, determined to confess her feelings to Lentimute.

Significant Themes

• Love and devotion: Lentimute's love for Utopia and Gia's love for Lentimute.
• Ideals and manipulation: Huang Cao's desire to create a utopia and his methods to achieve it.

Character Interactions

• Lentimute and Gia: Their relationship becomes more complex as they work together in Lateran.
• Huang Cao and Lentimute: Huang Cao tries to guide Lentimute's feelings towards Gia by commanding him to love Utopia and its people.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Huang Cao sends more people to Lateran, which has formidable military strength but lacks high-end combat power and land area to be a core power on Terra.
• Aifarnir, a gender-bent version of Aifarnir from the original plot, is born decades earlier, displaying terrifying Originium Arts talent.
• Wei Yanwu, the true heir to the Yan throne, flees to Lungmen after being framed for regicide and meets Edward, an heir to the Victoria throne, forming an alliance.
• Wenyue, a foreign princess, reunites with Wei Yanwu in Lungmen.

Character Developments

• Huang Cao: Shows concern for Aifarnir's well-being and plays along with Lamian and Kal'tsit's games.
• Aifarnir: Born with exceptional Originium Arts talent and a beautiful appearance, she is adored by Lamian, Kal'tsit, and Huang Cao.
• Wei Yanwu: Becomes a fugitive after being framed for regicide, seeking allies in Lungmen to reclaim his throne.
• Edward: Reveals his true identity as an heir to the Victoria throne to Wei Yanwu, forming an alliance.
• Wenyue: Shows concern for Wei Yanwu's well-being and offers to run away with him.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and alliances on Terra.
• The consequences of regicide and the struggle for the throne.
• The bond between Aifarnir and the Banshee clan.

Character Interactions

• Huang Cao, Lamian, Kal'tsit, and the Banshees play with Aifarnir, showing affection towards her.
• Wei Yanwu and Edward form an alliance, recognizing each other's potential.
• Wei Yanwu and Wenyue reunite in Lungmen, expressing their concerns for each other and their desire to be together.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wei Yanwu and Wen Yue cross the boundary of friendship, starting a relationship.
• Wei Yanwu, now a fugitive, marries Wen Yue and joins Adams, Edward, and Lin Gerui to claim territory in Lungmen.
• The group decides to target the Black Snake (Koschei) first, aiming to expel it from Lungmen.
• Wei Yanwu seizes eighty percent of the Black Snake's businesses, but the Black Snake fights back and reclaims most of them, leading to a bloody battle.
• The Black Snake then deposits its remaining assets in Utopia Bank for safekeeping.

Character Developments

• Wei Yanwu: He accepts his new reality as a fugitive and starts a relationship with Wen Yue. He also takes the lead in planning to expel the Black Snake from Lungmen.
• The Black Snake: It fights to protect its assets in Lungmen, suffering significant losses but managing to reclaim most of its businesses. It then deposits its remaining assets in Utopia Bank.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and political maneuvering: Wei Yanwu and the others use their combined strength to target the Black Snake, while the Black Snake employs cunning tactics to protect its interests.
• The importance of information and intelligence: Both Wei Yanwu's group and the Black Snake rely on information to make strategic decisions.
• The struggle for resources: Both parties fight over the control of Lungmen's resources, highlighting the theme of resource scarcity and competition.

Character Interactions

• Wei Yanwu and Wen Yue: They start a relationship, with Wen Yue supporting Wei Yanwu despite the risks.
• Wei Yanwu, Adams, Edward, and Lin Gerui: They work together to expel the Black Snake from Lungmen, with Wei Yanwu taking the lead.
• The Black Snake and Master Huang: The Black Snake deposits its assets in Utopia Bank, catching Master Huang's attention. They have a conversation, hinting at a potential alliance or mutual understanding.

In this chapter, Edward attempts to retrieve his stolen money from Utopia Bank but ends up challenging the bank's Branch Manager, who is also a skilled Abundance Warrior. Despite Edward's Draconic powers, the Branch Manager easily outmaneuvers him, demonstrating his superior combat experience and skills. The chapter ends with the Branch Manager preparing to attack Edward's horns, signaling a turning point in the fight.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Edward visits Utopia Bank to retrieve his lost bank card and discovers that his deposit has been reduced to two gold coins.
• He accuses the bank of running a scam and demands his money back.
• The Branch Manager tries to reason with Edward but eventually decides to fight him.
• Edward uses his Draconic powers to attack the Branch Manager, but the Branch Manager easily counters and wounds him.
• The Branch Manager transforms into a swift gale and prepares to attack Edward's horns.

Character Developments

• Edward: Despite his Draconic powers, Edward is still too young and inexperienced in combat, leading to his disadvantage against the Branch Manager.
• The Branch Manager: He demonstrates his superior combat skills and experience, easily outmaneuvering Edward.

Significant Themes

• The power of experience and skill over raw power.
• The importance of maintaining one's composure and professionalism in the face of adversity (shown by the Branch Manager).

Character Interactions

• Edward vs. The Branch Manager: Their fight showcases the Branch Manager's superior combat skills and experience, as well as Edward's youth and inexperience.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

+ Edward, a young dragon from Victoria, attacks Utopia Bank in Lungmen, but is severely beaten by the Utopia Bank's Branch Manager and President Hedley.
+ Edward's horns are cut off as punishment, and he is hospitalized with heavy medical bills.

Character Developments

+ Edward learns the hard way about the power dynamics and his own limitations, leading to a change in his attitude and understanding of the world.
+ Wei Yanwu, despite initial reservations, decides to support Edward and help him pay off his medical debts.
+ Adams, initially wanting to leave the group, decides to stay and support Edward financially.

Significant Themes

+ Power dynamics and the consequences of underestimating one's opponents.
+ The importance of learning from one's mistakes and growing as a person.
+ The value of friendship and loyalty, even in the face of adversity.

Character Interactions

+ Edward and Wei Yanwu's relationship evolves from initial hostility to mutual respect and support.
+ Adams' loyalty to the group is tested and ultimately proven.
+ The Utopia Bank's Branch Manager and President Hedley display their immense power and the consequences of provoking Utopia.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Huang Da Mao, despite not being a powerful warrior, could still hold her own against a junior instructor of the Yan Country Imperial Guard.
• Edward, at 20 years old, has not developed his Originium Arts due to lack of study, leading to a severe beating.
• An Abundance Warrior dies on a mission, is resurrected, but later stripped of his identity for not exploring unknown areas according to regulations.
• Edward is stripped of his property and gang jurisdiction due to his impulsive actions, leading to immense losses. He is left bedridden and reflecting on his past decisions.
• Huang Cao decides to go on a trip to various countries, including Leithania and Columbia, to conduct on-site investigations and see his friends.
• Huang Cao encounters a group of Leithanian soldiers escorting Caprini slaves in the wilderness, highlighting the chaotic state of Leithania.

Character Developments

• Edward learns from his mistakes and begins to reflect on his past actions and decisions.
• Huang Cao, as the supreme ruler of Utopia, decides to experience a trip meant for Utopians and conduct on-site inspections of how Utopia's warriors are working locally.

Significant Themes

• The consequences of impulsive actions and the importance of learning from one's mistakes (through Edward's story).
• The power dynamics between the ruling class and the common people, and the role of Utopia in protecting the latter (through the encounter with the Leithanian soldiers).

Character Interactions

• Huang Cao interacts with his wives before leaving for his trip, satisfying their needs and leaving them in the care of Shu.
• Edward interacts with his gang members, leading to his being stripped of his property and jurisdiction due to his impulsive actions.
• Huang Cao encounters a group of Leithanian soldiers escorting slaves, highlighting the chaotic state of Leithania and the power dynamics between the ruling class and the common people.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Huang Cao, living outside Utopia for three years, encounters a slave convoy and rescues the Caprini slaves, including a young girl named Ines.
• Huang Cao tests Ines's resolve and determination by making her keep up with him for three days, after which he takes her as his maid.
• Ines bathes in a stream, and Huang Cao provides her with clothes and undergarments made from plant fibers.

Character Developments

• Huang Cao: Shows his power and kindness by rescuing the slaves and providing for their needs. He also demonstrates his resourcefulness by creating clothes and soap from thin air.
• Ines: Proves her determination and resilience by keeping up with Huang Cao for three days. She also shows her intelligence and resourcefulness by observing Huang Cao's actions and learning from them.

Significant Themes

• Kindness and compassion: Huang Cao's actions towards the slaves and Ines demonstrate his kindness and willingness to help those in need.
• Determination and resilience: Ines's determination to keep up with Huang Cao and her resilience in the face of hardship are highlighted throughout the chapter.
• Resourcefulness and adaptability: Both Huang Cao and Ines show their ability to adapt to new situations and make the most of what they have.

Character Interactions

• Huang Cao and Ines: Their interaction is marked by a power dynamic, with Huang Cao initially testing Ines and then taking her under his wing. Despite the age difference, they form a master-servant relationship.
• Huang Cao and the Officer: The Officer tries to rob Huang Cao, but Huang Cao effortlessly defeats him and his entire army using his Originium Arts.
• Huang Cao and the Caprini slaves: Huang Cao provides the slaves with food, water, and money, and gives them directions to a nearby market. He also warns them not to fall into despair.

Summary

Plot Points and Events

• Huang Cao, disguised, saves and takes in Ines, an Infected woman, as his maid.
• They journey together, with Huang Cao teaching Ines about his powers and helping her regain her strength.
• Huang Cao reveals he has connections in various countries and is well-versed in international politics.
• They reach Leithania, where Huang Cao plans to introduce Ines to high society as his maid.

Character Developments

• Huang Cao: Shows kindness and patience in helping Ines, but also has eccentricities, such as his fondness for maid outfits.
• Ines: Initially fearful and mistrustful, she comes to accept Huang Cao's help and begins to hope for a better life.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and class struggle, as Ines, an Infected, finds herself dependent on Huang Cao, a powerful and connected individual.
• The importance of patience and calm in personal growth, as Huang Cao teaches Ines about his powers.

Character Interactions

• Huang Cao and Ines: Despite their initial mistrust, they develop a mentor-mentee relationship, with Huang Cao teaching Ines and Ines learning to trust and rely on Huang Cao.
• Huang Cao's family: Though not present, they are mentioned, and Ines wonders if they will accept her as Huang Cao's maid.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Huang Cao and Ines arrive in Leithania, where Huang Cao uses his connections to obtain a luxury car and ID without raising suspicion.
• Huang Cao decides to search for Lan, his second disciple, in the slums of Leithania.
• The Witch King's guards clear out the slums, leading to the death of Lan's friend and her subsequent vow for revenge.

Character Developments

• Ines: She begins to understand the privileges that come with power and status, feeling a sense of unease about Huang Cao's absence and his interactions with other women.
• Lan: She witnesses the brutal power of the guards and decides to adopt the name 'Lan' after the weapon used by the guard who killed her friend. She vows to become powerful and seek revenge.

Significant Themes

• Power and Status: The story explores how power and status can grant privileges and protection, contrasting the lives of Ines and Lan.
• Revenge and Ambition: Lan's desire for revenge and her newfound ambition to become powerful drive her character development.

Character Interactions

• Huang Cao and Ines: Huang Cao continues to take Ines around, showing her the luxurious life she can now enjoy, while Ines grows concerned about Huang Cao's whereabouts and interactions with other women.
• Lan and the Guard: Lan's encounter with the guard who killed her friend sparks her desire for power and revenge, marking a turning point in her character.

Key Plot Points & Events

• Lan, a Leithanian maiden, desires to gain strength to avenge her friend's death.
• Huang Cao, a mysterious man, offers to help Lan gain power, enticing her with the promise of revenge and a broader future.
• Huang Cao takes Lan to clean and bathe her, restoring her health and strength.
• Lan is given new clothes and a good meal, marking the beginning of her new life under Huang Cao's guidance.

Character Developments

• Lan: Initially weak and downtrodden, Lan shows resilience and determination to gain power. She's suspicious of Huang Cao's intentions but agrees to his offer, demonstrating her desperation and willingness to take risks.
• Huang Cao: Revealed to be a powerful and influential figure, Huang Cao is decisive, unscrupulous, and somewhat abstract in his conduct. He's willing to invest in Lan's potential, seeing her desire for power and conquest.

Significant Themes

• Desire for Power: Both Lan and Huang Cao are driven by their desire for power, albeit for different reasons.
• Opportunity vs. Risk: Lan weighs the potential benefits and risks of accepting Huang Cao's offer, ultimately choosing to seize the opportunity despite her suspicions.
• Transformation: The cleaning and bathing process symbolizes Lan's transformation from a weak, downtrodden maiden to a stronger, healthier individual.

Character Interactions

• Lan & Huang Cao: Their interaction is marked by suspicion, enticement, and a power dynamic, with Huang Cao taking the lead and Lan cautiously accepting his offer.
• Lan & Ines: Though not extensively explored in this chapter, their brief interaction hints at a potential friendship or camaraderie, with Ines playfully teasing Lan about their shared experience.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lan's wounds from her past heal completely after bathing.
• Lan and Ines receive maid outfits and a white card from Huang Cao for expenses.
• Lan overeats and gets drunk; Huang Cao helps her digest the food.
• Huang Cao buys a suburban villa with a large plot of land for them to live and train.

Character Developments

• Lan: Shows her past trauma and vulnerability, starts to see Huang Cao as a master and protector.
• Ines: Feels jealous and left out as Lan and Huang Cao bond, starts to question her feelings for him.
• Huang Cao: Demonstrates kindness and patience towards Lan, maintains his integrity despite Ines's expectations.

Significant Themes

• Power and Abundance: Huang Cao's wealth and power allow him to provide for Lan and Ines, symbolizing his ability to protect and nurture them.
• Trust and Vulnerability: Lan opens up to Huang Cao, showing her past trauma and trusting him, while Ines struggles with her growing feelings and jealousy.

Character Interactions

• Huang Cao and Lan: Huang Cao shows kindness and care towards Lan, who starts to see him as a master and protector. Their bond deepens.
• Ines and Huang Cao: Ines feels jealous and left out as Lan and Huang Cao bond, leading her to question her feelings for him. Their dynamic shifts as Ines starts to see Huang Cao in a different light.
• Lan and Ines: The two girls start to see each other as sisters, sharing their experiences and supporting each other. However, Ines's jealousy creates some tension between them.

Plot Points & Events

• The Witch King ignores the growing influence of Evignad and Herimath, focusing on his subspace research.
• Huang Cao trains Ines and Lan, focusing on physical conditioning, with plans to develop their Originium Arts later.
• Huang Cao cooks dinner for Ines and Lan, and they share a meal together.

Character Developments

• The Witch King remains oblivious to the growing unrest and suffering of his people, focusing solely on his research.
• Ines and Lan begin their training under Huang Cao, showing determination and resilience.
• Huang Cao demonstrates his kindness and patience in training the girls, showing he cares for their well-being.

Significant Themes

• The Witch King's disregard for his people's suffering highlights the theme of power and responsibility.
• Huang Cao's training of Ines and Lan emphasizes the importance of hard work and perseverance in achieving one's goals.

Character Interactions

• Huang Cao interacts with Ines and Lan as a stern but caring master, pushing them to improve physically.
• Ines and Lan show camaraderie and support for each other during their training and meal, bonding over their shared experiences.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ines and Lan wake up early for training, following a strict routine set by Huang Cao.
• Huang Cao reveals he has multiple wives and warns Ines and Lan about respecting them.
• Huang Cao assigns Ines and Lan a mission to eliminate a key figure in the Witch King's faction.
• The Crimson Troupe arrives at Utopia's border, seeking entry for a performance.
• Huang Cao orders Abundance Warriors to teach the Crimson Troupe a lesson.

Character Developments

• Ines and Lan show dedication to their training and accept their mission without hesitation.
• Huang Cao demonstrates his responsibility and care for his students, while also revealing his complex personal life.
• The Crimson Troupe leader, Dionysus, shows elegance and respect, but also bullying towards his subordinates.

Significant Themes

• Discipline and self-control in training and daily life.
• The consequences of underestimating one's opponents.
• The potential danger of seemingly harmless entities, like the Crimson Troupe.

Character Interactions

• Ines and Lan interact with Huang Cao, showing respect and obedience, but also curiosity about his personal life.
• Dionysus interacts with his subordinates, showing a mix of elegance and bullying.
• A Utopia staff member interacts with Dionysus, demonstrating the country's strict laws and the staff's commitment to upholding them.

• Da Suo, an Ursus individual, is offered refuge in Utopia by an Abundance Warrior who suspects the Crimson Troupe's involvement. Da Suo agrees to act as an informant within the Troupe.
• The Troupe Leader expresses his desire to enter Utopia, viewing its people as a beautiful target for corruption.
• In Columbia, the Wright couple, who plan to build a rocket to escape Terra's gravity, seek help from Młynar, a Utopian scientist at Tremon University. Młynar agrees to sponsor their project.
• The Wright couple receives a Gold Card from Młynar, ensuring their basic needs are met while they work on their project.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Leithanian couple's idea of investing in Columbia is deemed impossible without capital assistance.
• A Feline Minister receives news of a spy's death in Leithania.
• Lan and Ines infiltrate a Witch King faction's banquet, assassinate the leader, and escape.
• Huang Cao leaves a letter for Lan and Ines, praising their work and offering suggestions.
• Huang Cao visits the Twin Empresses in Leithania, cooking them a meal and inviting them to bathe together.

Character Developments

• Lan and Ines grow more confident and independent, planning their futures after Huang Cao leaves.
• The Twin Empresses express their longing for Huang Cao and his way of life in Utopia.

Significant Themes

• The struggle for power and influence in political systems.
• The desire for a better life and the pursuit of strength and glory.
• The importance of home, care, and emotional reliance.

Character Interactions

• Lan and Ines discuss their future plans and share a sense of loneliness after Huang Cao's departure.
• The Twin Empresses express their eagerness to serve Huang Cao, hinting at their romantic feelings for him.