Chapter Summaries

Summary of "Affairs of the Genius Class"

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Night Watchmen's genius class in Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai was short-lived due to the difficulty of teaching its exceptional students.
• Lu Yibai meets the fourth student, who is praised as a "good person" by Lin Xiaoqi.
• The story of Chen Dinggen, a student from a poor background who joined the class, is revealed. He had a younger sister who sold her hair to give him money for expenses.

Character Developments

• Lu Yibai: Shows curiosity about the new student and empathy for Chen Dinggen's situation.
• Lin Xiaoqi: Reveals her past with the other students and her support for Chen Dinggen's actions.
• Chen Dinggen: Initially portrayed as timid and honest, he reveals a fierce side when protecting his sister's gift. His background is revealed, showing his determination to provide for his sister's education.

Significant Themes

• The struggle of the underprivileged: Chen Dinggen's background highlights the challenges faced by those from poor regions.
• The power of love and determination: Chen Dinggen's actions are driven by his love for his sister and his determination to provide for her education.
• The duality of human nature: Chen Dinggen's transformation from a timid student to a fierce protector shows the complex nature of individuals.

Character Interactions

• Lu Yibai and Lin Xiaoqi: They discuss the new student and Lin Xiaoqi shares her memories of the other students.
• Chen Dinggen and Zhu Er: Their interaction leads to Chen Dinggen breaking Zhu Er's leg, revealing Chen Dinggen's fierce side.
• Chen Dinggen and his sister: Their bond is shown through her actions and his determination to protect her gift.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Dinggen, a burly man, takes his sister's coin purse to use sparingly.
• Zhu Er, a bully, gets his leg broken by Chen Dinggen after picking on him.
• Zhu Er apologizes to Chen Dinggen and they become friends.
• Chen Dinggen, a Guardian from Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai region, visits Wucheng to see Lin Xiaoqi before heading to Kangcheng.

Character Developments

• Chen Dinggen: Initially shown as a simple, honest, and non-confrontational person, but reveals a terrifying side when provoked. He values his sister's well-being and is willing to stand up for himself.
• Zhu Er: A bully who learns his lesson after being beaten. He apologizes to Chen Dinggen and they become friends.
• Lu Yibai: Curious about Chen Dinggen's past and his visit to Wucheng.
• Lin Xiaoqi: Reveals information about Chen Dinggen to Lu Yibai.

Significant Themes

• Honesty and Integrity: Chen Dinggen's honesty and integrity are highlighted when he stands up to Zhu Er. His actions show that honest people can also be strong and formidable.
• Friendship and Redemption: Zhu Er's apology and subsequent friendship with Chen Dinggen demonstrate the power of redemption and the possibility of change in relationships.

Character Interactions

• Chen Dinggen and Zhu Er: Their interaction shows the transformation of their relationship from bully and victim to friends.
• Lu Yibai and Lin Xiaoqi: Lu Yibai asks Lin Xiaoqi about Chen Dinggen's background and intentions in Wucheng.
• Chen Dinggen and Ye Yiyi: Chen Dinggen's interaction with Ye Yiyi shows his simple and shy nature, contrasting with his formidable reputation as a Guardian.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lu Yibai meets Chen Dinggen, the sole Guardian of Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai region.
• Chen Dinggen brings a bag of organic eggs as a gift for the Answer Bar's family.
• Chen Dinggen leaves for Kangcheng after a brief visit.

Character Developments

• Lu Yibai: Shows curiosity and respect towards Chen Dinggen, tries to engage in conversation despite Chen's taciturn nature. He also shows appreciation for Chen's gift.
• Chen Dinggen: Reveals his honest and straightforward nature, showing consideration towards the Answer Bar's family. He also displays his ability to sense Night Watchman power, hinting at his strength.
• Ye Yiyi: Demonstrates her diligence and enthusiasm in receiving Chen's gift.

Significant Themes

• Respect and Appreciation: Lu Yibai shows respect towards Chen Dinggen as a Guardian, and the family appreciates Chen's gift, highlighting the theme of respect and appreciation for one's contributions.
• Strength and Perception: Chen Dinggen's ability to sense Lu Yibai's strength hints at the theme of strength and perception in the Night Watchman world.

Character Interactions

• Lu Yibai and Chen Dinggen: Despite their different personalities, they show mutual respect and appreciation towards each other. Lu Yibai tries to engage Chen in conversation, while Chen appreciates Lu's goji berry water and gifts him organic eggs.
• The Answer Bar's Family and Chen Dinggen: They interact warmly with Chen, appreciating his gift and wishing him safe travels.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Answer Bar's daily routine begins with Lu Yibai's delicious fried eggs.
• Ye Yiyi learns about the Guardian visiting the bar and becomes frightened.
• Lu Yibai communicates with the little treant in his consciousness space, promising to buy it new clothes.
• Lu Yibai struggles to understand the little treant's abilities and potential benefits from their contract.
• In Kangcheng, Zhu Er and Chen Dinggen discuss the current dire situation, with Zhu Er using his chuunibyo codename, [Prince], and Chen Dinggen affirming his support, [General].

Character Developments

• Lu Yibai: Shows consideration and gentleness towards the little treant, demonstrating his caring nature.
• Ye Yiyi: Reveals fear of Guardians, indicating her awareness of the supernatural world's dangers.
• Zhu Er: Exhibits his chuunibyo tendencies while discussing the serious situation, highlighting his dramatic personality.
• Chen Dinggen: Remains steadfast and determined despite the dire circumstances, showing his resolve as a Guardian.

Significant Themes

• Friendship and Companionship: Lu Yibai's bond with the little treant and the camaraderie between Zhu Er and Chen Dinggen.
• Growth and Discovery: Lu Yibai's exploration of his potential abilities and the little treant's slow learning process.
• Responsibility and Determination: The Guardians' duty to face challenges and their resolve to fight against threats.

Character Interactions

• Lu Yibai and the little treant: Show a caring and playful relationship, with Lu Yibai promising to buy the little treant new clothes.
• Zhu Er and Chen Dinggen: Display a close friendship, with Zhu Er's dramatic codename usage and Chen Dinggen's unwavering support.
• Lu Yibai and Ye Yiyi: Share a casual conversation about the Guardian's visit, revealing Ye Yiyi's fear.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lu Yibai buys a tablet for the little treant and keeps one for himself, which Ye Yiyi finds and believes contains kinky content, but it's actually for the treant's entertainment.
• Lu Yibai senses powerful ghost energy from a distant new road, Sihai Avenue.
• He and Lin Xiaoqi rush to the source, finding two tomb robbers at a newly opened tomb.

Character Developments

• Lu Yibai's ability to sense ghosts is significantly enhanced due to the [Acquisition Contract] with the Huai tree.
• Ye Yiyi's perception of Lu Yibai changes after finding the tablet, thinking he's either kinky or has high cultivation.

Significant Themes

• The power of the [Acquisition Contract] between Lu Yibai and the Huai tree.
• The contrast between Lu Yibai's calm demeanor and the storm within him when sensing ghost energy.

Character Interactions

• Lu Yibai and Ye Yiyi: Ye Yiyi's curiosity about Lu Yibai's tablet leads to a change in her perception of him.
• Lu Yibai and Lin Xiaoqi: They rush to investigate the ghost energy together, with Lin Xiaoqi showing off her motorcycle skills and Lu Yibai pushing her head back to make her focus on the road.
• Lu Yibai and the Tomb Robbers: Lu Yibai plans to drive them away from the tomb to prevent them from becoming ghost food.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lu Yibai and Lin Xiaoqi encounter two tomb robbers at an ancient tomb.
• They knock out the tomb robbers to prevent them from disturbing the tomb.
• A Fierce Ghost, likely a victim of live burial, emerges from the tomb, filled with deep resentment.
• Lu Yibai engages the Fierce Ghost in combat, using his Lion Umbrella and Innate Divine Ability, Soul Nail.

Character Developments

• Lu Yibai: Shows his strength and determination in dealing with the Fierce Ghost. He also displays empathy for the ghost's tragic past.
• Lin Xiaoqi: Stands by without intervening, planning to use the ghost for Lu Yibai's trial.

Significant Themes

• Resentment and its consequences: The Fierce Ghost's deep resentment from its live burial fuels its strength and destructive behavior.
• The power of life and death: Lu Yibai's actions highlight the power he holds over life and death, both for the tomb robbers and the Fierce Ghost.

Character Interactions

• Lu Yibai and Lin Xiaoqi work together to handle the tomb robbers and the Fierce Ghost, with Lin Xiaoqi supporting Lu Yibai's decisions.
• Lu Yibai and the Fierce Ghost engage in a battle, with Lu Yibai attempting to understand the effects of his Soul Nail on ghosts.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lu Yibai discovers his Innate Divine Ability, the Soul Nail, can harm and absorb ghost energy.
• He accidentally devours a fierce ghost's energy, causing intense pain and mental distress.
• Lu Yibai uses the Soul Nail on the ghost sealed in the Lion Umbrella, but it doesn't react, further intriguing him.

Character Development

• Lu Yibai learns about the potential dangers and benefits of his Soul Nail's ability to absorb ghost energy.
• He becomes more cautious about using this ability due to the high risk involved.

Significant Themes

• The consequences of using power without full understanding.
• The struggle between control and loss of control over one's abilities.

Character Interactions

• Lu Yibai interacts with Lin Xiaoqi, his assistant, who shows concern for his well-being.
• Lu Yibai communicates with the mysterious monster sealed in the Lion Umbrella, further ignoring its attempts to engage with him.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lu Yibai struggles with the mysterious entity sealed in his Lion Umbrella, which occasionally creates clones to 'get some air.'
• Lu Yibai tasks Li Youde with investigating the [Divination God] matter further.
• Ye Yiyi asks Lu Yibai if her fellow Night Demon, Ye Qing'er, can stay with her for a few days.

Character Developments

• Lu Yibai: Struggles with the entity in the umbrella, feels demoralized by its lack of reaction to his attacks.
• Ye Yiyi: Shows concern for her fellow Night Demon, Ye Qing'er, and asks Lu Yibai if she can stay.
• Ye Qing'er: Arrives in Wucheng, unaware of the bar's reputation, seems reserved and innocent.

Significant Themes

• The struggle against the unknown and the unexpected.
• The theme of acceptance and accommodation, as seen in Lu Yibai allowing Ye Qing'er to stay.

Character Interactions

• Lu Yibai and Lin Xiaoqi: Continue their banter, with Lin Xiaoqi teasing Lu Yibai about his pride.
• Lu Yibai and Ye Yiyi: Lu Yibai initially suspects Ye Yiyi wants to share the Lion Umbrella's Yang energy with her fellow Night Demon but agrees to let Ye Qing'er stay.
• Ye Yiyi and Ye Qing'er: Ye Yiyi shows concern and care for her fellow Night Demon, Ye Qing'er.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lu Yibai had a tiring night, using the Soul Nail twice, which was close to his limit.
• Ye Yiyi massages Lu Yibai, while Ye Qing'er and Lin Xiaoqi chat awkwardly.
• Lu Yibai suspects Ye Qing'er's behavior and decides to investigate.
• Lu Yibai and Lin Xiaoqi sneak into Ye Yiyi's room to find Ye Qing'er and Ye Yiyi asleep, but Ye Qing'er might be faking it.
• Lu Yibai whispers to Ye Qing'er, "I know you're not asleep."

Character Developments

• Lu Yibai shows concern for Ye Yiyi and Ye Qing'er's safety, indicating growth in responsibility.
• Ye Qing'er's behavior raises suspicion, hinting at a possible secret or hidden agenda.
• Lin Xiaoqi and Lu Yibai show understanding and cooperation, working together to investigate Ye Qing'er.

Significant Themes

• Trust and Suspicion: Lu Yibai's suspicion towards Ye Qing'er raises questions about trust and loyalty among the Night Demons.
• Power and Control: Lu Yibai's physical prowess and control over details are emphasized, highlighting his growing strength.
• Appearance vs. Reality: The Night Demons' true forms and Ye Qing'er's possible deception challenge the idea of appearances reflecting reality.

Character Interactions

• Lu Yibai and Ye Yiyi: Lu Yibai shows care for Ye Yiyi's well-being, while Ye Yiyi is attentive to Lu Yibai's needs.
• Lin Xiaoqi and Lu Yibai: They work together to investigate Ye Qing'er, showing mutual understanding and cooperation.
• Ye Qing'er and Ye Yiyi: Ye Qing'er's behavior contrasts with Ye Yiyi's, raising questions about their relationship and Ye Qing'er's true intentions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lu Yibai discovers Ye Qing'er awake and pretends to be asleep, revealing her nervousness through her heartbeat.
• Lu Yibai takes Ye Qing'er to the living room, planning to interrogate her about her intentions towards Ye Yiyi.
• As dawn breaks, Ye Qing'er's fear intensifies, and she starts to exhibit signs of severe pain, indicating the activation of a Blood Contract.
• The Blood Contract's agony is too intense, and Ye Qing'er dies from it, revealing that she was likely a member of a demon organization with unknown intentions.

Character Developments

• Ye Qing'er: Reveals her fear and nervousness, ultimately leading to her death due to the activation of a Blood Contract.
• Lu Yibai: Shows determination and seriousness in protecting Ye Yiyi and the Answer Bar, understanding the importance of interrogating potential threats.
• Lin Xiaoqi: Demonstrates loyalty and support towards Lu Yibai, assisting him in the situation with Ye Qing'er.
• Ye Yiyi: Shows trust and obedience towards Lu Yibai, staying in her room as instructed despite the commotion.

Significant Themes

• Loyalty and Betrayal: The Blood Contract's activation due to Ye Qing'er's potential betrayal highlights the theme of loyalty and the consequences of betrayal.
• Power Dynamics: The difference in power between Lu Yibai and Ye Qing'er is evident, with Lu Yibai's actions showing his understanding of the power dynamics at play.

Character Interactions

• Lu Yibai and Ye Qing'er: Lu Yibai's interrogation of Ye Qing'er reveals her fear and nervousness, ultimately leading to her death due to the Blood Contract.
• Lu Yibai and Lin Xiaoqi: The two work together to handle the situation with Ye Qing'er, showing their understanding and support of each other.
• Lu Yibai and Ye Yiyi: Lu Yibai's protection of Ye Yiyi is evident, with Ye Yiyi showing trust and obedience towards him.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Youde receives a call from Lu Yibai about another demon's corpse (Ye Qing'er) at the Answer Bar.
• Li Youde retrieves Ye Qing'er's corpse and buries it in the "grave within a grave" at Wucheng's public cemetery.
• Lu Yibai wonders about Li Youde's marital status and learns he's married.
• Lu Yibai suspects Ye Qing'er's true purpose and discusses it with Ye Yiyi.

Character Developments

• Li Youde shows dedication to his work as a Night Watchman, displaying no signs of fatigue despite the late hour.
• Lu Yibai shows concern for Ye Yiyi's well-being and investigates Ye Qing'er's purpose.
• Ye Yiyi feels grateful for her protection at the Answer Bar and reflects on Ye Qing'er's purpose.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics between Night Watchmen and demons.
• The theme of protection and security, both physical and emotional.
• The exploration of true intentions and purposes behind actions.

Character Interactions

• Lu Yibai and Li Youde discuss the demon situation over the phone.
• Lu Yibai comforts Ye Yiyi through her door, with Lin Xiaoqi assisting by providing fruit.
• Lu Yibai and Ye Yiyi discuss Ye Qing'er's purpose, leading Lu Yibai to suspect a plot involving the Skull Umbrella.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lu Yibai first encounters four magical umbrellas in a bar, initially thinking they're decorative.
• He learns the umbrellas are held by a special umbrella stand that adsorbs them, requiring Night Watchman power to unlock.
• Lu Yibai finds a Life Token belonging to Ye Qing'er, which contains a shattered natal blood essence crystal and a transparent bead with dark red liquid inside.
• The bead is identified as Dark Glaze, a material that isolates auras but is fragile and can shatter easily.
• A ghost from the Lion Umbrella reveals it can detect what's inside the Dark Glaze without crushing it.

Character Developments

• Lu Yibai: Shows curiosity and caution when dealing with the mysterious Dark Glaze.
• Lin Xiaoqi: Demonstrates knowledge about Dark Glaze and its fragility.
• Ye Yiyi: Shows a lack of understanding about the importance of the items found in Ye Qing'er's luggage.
• The Lion Umbrella's Ghost: Reveals its existence and ability to detect the contents of the Dark Glaze.

Significant Themes

• Curiosity and Caution: Lu Yibai's curiosity about the Dark Glaze is balanced with caution, reflecting the theme of careful investigation versus impulsive action.
• Poverty and Value: The characters' reactions to the Dark Glaze highlight their poverty and the value they place on rare items, even if they're seemingly useless.

Character Interactions

• Lu Yibai and Lin Xiaoqi exchange glances, understanding each other's thoughts about the value and fragility of the Dark Glaze.
• Lu Yibai consults Lin Xiaoqi about the Dark Glaze and its fragility.
• The Lion Umbrella's Ghost surprises Lu Yibai by revealing its ability to detect the contents of the Dark Glaze.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lu Yibai develops a habit of telling the ghost in the Lion Umbrella to "get lost" whenever it appears.
• The ghost claims it can probe the Dark Glaze, but later admits it can't in its current state.
• The ghost reveals that the Dark Glaze contains demon blood before disappearing.

Character Developments

• Lu Yibai becomes more wary of the ghost and its intentions.
• The ghost seems to enjoy provoking Lu Yibai but also shows satisfaction when Lu Yibai apologizes.

Significant Themes

• The theme of trust and deception is explored as Lu Yibai is unsure if he can believe the ghost.
• The power of bloodlines is discussed, with demon blood potentially having unique properties.

Character Interactions

• Lu Yibai and the ghost have a tense, awkward interaction, with Lu Yibai being cautious and the ghost trying to provoke him.
• Lu Yibai suspects the ghost is connected to the Skull Umbrella and its demon inhabitant.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A black umbrella with a silver skull handle (Skull Umbrella) is found at the Answer Bar, containing a sealed demon monster.
• Ye Qing'er, a customer, is suspected of wanting the demon monster's blood inside the Skull Umbrella, not the umbrella itself.
• Lu Yibai plans to test if the liquid in the Dark Glaze matches the demon monster's blood, but Lin Xiaoqi warns against entering the Skull Umbrella's sealed space due to Ji Dekeng's stern warning.
• Lu Yibai decides not to trick Zhu Er into entering the sealed space.
• The Dark Glaze is handed over to Lin Xiaoqi for safekeeping.
• Lu Yibai forgets to put the Lion Umbrella back and returns it before sleeping.

Character Developments

• Lu Yibai: Shows unconventional problem-solving skills, prioritizes safety, and respects Ji Dekeng's warnings.
• Lin Xiaoqi: Displays experience and caution, helps Lu Yibai fill in gaps in his thinking, and serves as the Answer Bar's "safe" for valuable items.
• Zhu Er: A chuunibyou, passionate, impulsive, and arrogant, but is not targeted by Lu Yibai's schemes.

Significant Themes

• Caution and safety: Lu Yibai prioritizes safety and respects Ji Dekeng's warnings, deciding not to enter the Skull Umbrella's sealed space or trick Zhu Er.
• Unconventional problem-solving: Lu Yibai's thought process is described as "extremely unconventional," fitting a villain's persona in a wuxia novel.
• Respect for authority: Lu Yibai respects Ji Dekeng's warnings, showing reverence for his guide.

Character Interactions

• Lu Yibai and Lin Xiaoqi: They exchange ideas, with Lin Xiaoqi helping Lu Yibai fill in gaps in his thinking and providing cautionary advice.
• Lu Yibai and Zhu Er: Lu Yibai considers tricking Zhu Er but ultimately decides against it, showing respect for Zhu Er's safety.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Answer Bar enjoys a peaceful period after the Dark Glaze incident.
• No demon or monster troubles occur for half a month, and Chinese New Year approaches.
• Lu Yibai replenishes Ye Yiyi's Yang energy, causing her to enjoy the sensation.
• Lu Yibai interacts with the little treant, which shows sensitivity to music and dancing.
• Lu Yibai returns to the bar and sees Lin Xiaoqi, who offers to scan his potential development.
• Lu Yibai learns he's close to developing the [Instant Step] ability.
• It starts snowing, signaling the approaching New Year.

Character Developments

• Lu Yibai shows patience and care towards the little treant, enjoying their companionship.
• Ye Yiyi continues to enjoy the sensation of having her Yang energy replenished.
• Lin Xiaoqi shows concern for Lu Yibai's potential development and offers to help.

Significant Themes

• The passage of time and the approaching New Year.
• The development of Lu Yibai's supernatural abilities and his eagerness to learn [Instant Step].
• The companionship between Lu Yibai and the little treant.

Character Interactions

• Lu Yibai interacts with Ye Yiyi and the little treant, showing care and patience.
• Lu Yibai interacts with Lin Xiaoqi, who offers to help him scan his potential development.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Answer Bar closes for winter break, with Ye Yiyi finally getting a holiday after working tirelessly.
• Lu Yibai, Ye Yiyi, and Lin Xiaoqi prepare for the Chinese New Year, buying goods and decorating the bar.
• They also take care of stray cats in the alley, feeding them with Lin Xiaohei's cat food.
• Ji Dekeng, the Night Watchmen's office chief, takes his annual leave, leaving Sakura Ning in charge.

Character Developments

• Ye Yiyi shows annoyance at the little treant's mischief but enjoys counting the bar's earnings.
• Lu Yibai displays sentimentality for the Chinese New Year, wanting to celebrate it properly.
• Ji Dekeng reveals a hint of his age and eagerness to return home for the New Year.

Significant Themes

• Family and togetherness during the New Year.
• The contrast between the lively Answer Bar and the serious Night Watchmen's office.
• The responsibility and importance of Ji Dekeng's role.

Character Interactions

• Lu Yibai, Ye Yiyi, and Lin Xiaoqi interact like a family, preparing for the New Year together.
• Ji Dekeng interacts with Sakura Ning, leaving her in charge of Modu during his leave.
• The stray cats interact with Lin Xiaoqi and Ye Yiyi, showing trust and affection.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ji Dekeng, a Night Watchman, returns to Wucheng by high-speed train, discovering seven demons/monsters on board.
• He reunites with Lin Xiaoqi, Lu Yibai, and Ye Yiyi at the Answer Bar, expecting a family dinner.
• Ji Dekeng is surprised to find one less set of bowls and chopsticks, unaware of his own forgetfulness.
• Black Fatty returns, completing the family gathering.

Character Developments

• Ji Dekeng: Reveals his dedication to his Night Watchman duties, prioritizing large modes of transportation to prevent major incidents. He also shows his affection for his family, rushing home for the New Year.
• Lu Yibai: Shows his culinary skills and concentration while cooking, but his efforts go unnoticed by Lin Xiaoqi. He's also forgetful, having overlooked Ji Dekeng's existence.
• Lin Xiaoqi: Demonstrates her loyalty and quick thinking, covering for Ye Yiyi's lie about the missing bowls and chopsticks.
• Ye Yiyi: Proves her resourcefulness and quick thinking, providing a cover story for the missing bowls and chopsticks.
• Black Fatty: Returns home, oblivious to his family's forgetfulness, and brings a Demon Crystal as a tribute to Lu Yibai.

Significant Themes

• Family unity and togetherness.
• Forgetfulness and oversight within the family.
• Dedication to duty (Ji Dekeng as a Night Watchman).

Character Interactions

• Ji Dekeng interacts with Lu Yibai, Lin Xiaoqi, and Ye Yiyi, expecting a family dinner but unaware of his own forgetfulness.
• Lu Yibai, Lin Xiaoqi, and Ye Yiyi exchange glances, signaling to handle Ji Dekeng's arrival.
• Black Fatty's return completes the family gathering, oblivious to the earlier oversight.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The story takes place on New Year's Eve, with Lu Yibai experiencing a chaotic and tiring holiday due to martial arts training.
• Ji Dekeng, Lu Yibai's nominal guide, decides to teach him the Instant Step supernatural ability personally, feeling guilty for not having done so earlier.
• Lu Yibai learns Instant Step from Ji Dekeng through a direct transmission of knowledge, similar to the scene in 'Chinese Paladin' where the Sword Saint teaches Li Xiaoyao.
• After the transmission, Lu Yibai successfully performs Instant Step for the first time.

Character Developments

• Lu Yibai: He shows a calm and collected demeanor when Ji Dekeng offers to teach him Instant Step, valuing Lin Xiaoqi's teaching more than Ji Dekeng's. He demonstrates his ability to learn quickly and deeply when he successfully uses Instant Step after the knowledge transmission.
• Ji Dekeng: He feels a sense of self-reproach for not having taught Lu Yibai personally and decides to rectify this by teaching him Instant Step. He shows pride in his creation of Instant Step and his ability to teach it perfectly, but also displays a lack of self-awareness regarding his inferior status in Lu Yibai's eyes.

Significant Themes

• Learning and Growth: The chapter emphasizes the importance of learning and growth, with Lu Yibai's acquisition of Instant Step serving as a significant milestone in his development.
• Teacher-Student Relationship: The dynamics between Lu Yibai, Ji Dekeng, and Lin Xiaoqi highlight the complex nature of teacher-student relationships, with Lu Yibai valuing Lin Xiaoqi's teaching more than Ji Dekeng's despite Ji Dekeng being his official guide.

Character Interactions

• Lu Yibai and Ji Dekeng: Their interaction revolves around Ji Dekeng's attempt to teach Lu Yibai Instant Step, with Lu Yibai showing a lack of enthusiasm due to his preference for Lin Xiaoqi's teaching.
• Lin Xiaoqi and Ye Yiyi: They are seen together on the second floor of the bar, with Lin Xiaoqi overhearing something that makes her happy. This interaction is brief and leaves the reason for her happiness unclear, adding a layer of mystery.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lu Yibai attempts to use Instant Step for the first time, successfully moving nearly five meters but struggling with the technique's demands on physical energy and his current proficiency.
• He discovers that his immense life force can alleviate the pain and numbness caused by practicing Instant Step, allowing him to train more frequently.
• Ji Dekeng returns the Dragon Snake Umbrella to the bar and warns the Lion Umbrella (implied to be a spirit or entity within it) to behave, hinting at a past incident.

Character Developments

• Lu Yibai: Struggles with mastering Instant Step but finds a way to practice more frequently using his life force. Shows determination and adaptability.
• Ji Dekeng: Reveals a stern and authoritative side, warning the Lion Umbrella, suggesting he has a mysterious past and considerable influence.

Significant Themes

• The struggle and dedication required to master new abilities.
• The consequences of past actions and the need for caution.
• The potential for hidden power and entities within seemingly ordinary objects.

Character Interactions

• Lu Yibai and the little black cat: The cat watches and laughs at Lu Yibai's struggle with Instant Step, later sharing the incident with its master and the Night Demon.
• Ji Dekeng and the Lion Umbrella: Ji Dekeng warns the Lion Umbrella, implying a past conflict and a power dynamic between them.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lu Yibai, the Wucheng Steward, cooks a New Year's Eve dinner for his team, showcasing his cooking skills and enjoying the meal together.
• Ji Dekeng, the Answer Bar owner, gives red envelopes to Lu Yibai, Lin Xiaoqi, and Ye Yiyi, while Lu Yibai secretly gives them year-end bonuses via WeChat.
• Lu Yibai and Lin Xiaoqi go on patrol duty on New Year's Eve to ensure the city's safety, with Lin Xiaoqi riding a motorcycle and Lu Yibai on a shared bicycle. Black Fatty, the cat, accompanies them.
• They split up to cover different areas, with Lu Yibai encountering members of the Assistance Department who recognize him.

Character Developments

• Lu Yibai demonstrates his cooking skills and enjoys the simple pleasure of cooking for his team, showing his caring side.
• Lin Xiaoqi shows her loyalty and dedication to her work, riding the motorcycle to patrol the city with Lu Yibai.
• Ji Dekeng maintains his image as a respected figure, giving red envelopes and allowing others to enjoy their New Year's Eve without him needing to patrol.

Significant Themes

• The theme of family and camaraderie is emphasized through the team's New Year's Eve dinner and their shared responsibility to protect the city.
• The importance of hard work and dedication is shown through Lu Yibai and Lin Xiaoqi's decision to patrol the city on New Year's Eve.

Character Interactions

• Lu Yibai and Lin Xiaoqi share a moment of camaraderie as they prepare to go on patrol, with Lin Xiaoqi grabbing Lu Yibai's collar for support.
• Lu Yibai and the members of the Assistance Department acknowledge each other as they patrol the city, showing a sense of unity and shared purpose.
• Ji Dekeng interacts with the team by giving red envelopes and allowing them to enjoy their New Year's Eve without him, showing his trust in their abilities.