Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Fu Qian, a Higher Being, faces an assassination attempt by a team led by Dark Moon.
• The team uses the Dragon King as a trap, but Fu Qian counterattacks and destroys them.
• Fu Qian uses his "Left and Right" ability to transfer damage and complete a critical hit.
• After the lightless night ends, Fu Qian engages in a battle with the Dragon King, ultimately defeating it.
• Fu Qian discovers that the special curse, Scarlet Fever, is from a Curse named Scarlet Fever.
• Fu Qian targets Holy Infant Disaster Star, suspecting it of being involved in the assassination attempt.

Character Developments

• Fu Qian demonstrates his strategic thinking, adaptability, and respect for his enemies' abilities.
• The Dragon King shows cunning by setting a trap for Fu Qian but ultimately falls to Fu Qian's power.
• Dark Moon, though not directly involved, is suspected of leading the assassination attempt and is targeted by Fu Qian.

Significant Themes

• The importance of information and understanding one's enemies in combat.
• The dangers of underestimating opponents and the need for respect and caution.
• The consequences of betrayal and the risks of joining forces for common interests.

Character Interactions

• Fu Qian and the Dragon King engage in a battle of wits and power, with Fu Qian ultimately emerging victorious.
• Fu Qian suspects Dark Moon of leading the assassination attempt and targets them.
• Fu Qian and Dark Moon have a tacit understanding of each other's abilities and strategies, suggesting a history of interaction.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Fu Qian suspects the Holy Infant Disaster Star and God of being involved in the Tyrant's assassination due to the sudden appearance of the Flame.
• The Holy Infant Disaster Star attacks Fu Qian, but Fu Qian counters with his Madness Fire, which begins to consume the Tyrant's domain.
• Dark Moon, the Holy Infant's protector, retreats, and the Holy Infant is consumed by the Madness Fire.
• Fu Qian is engulfed by the Madness Fire, which begins to harm him and consume the Forsaken Prison.
• Meria, Fu Qian's lover, is found sitting on Fu Qian's throne in the now desolate landscape.

Character Developments

• Fu Qian: Fu Qian demonstrates his cunning and analytical skills, deducing the involvement of the Holy Infant and God in the assassination. He also shows his power and ruthlessness in using the Madness Fire.
• Holy Infant Disaster Star: The Holy Infant is revealed to be a two-faced traitor, working against Fu Qian. It attempts to attack Fu Qian but is ultimately consumed by the Madness Fire.
• Dark Moon: Dark Moon is revealed to be a behind-the-scenes player, providing cover for the Holy Infant but retreating when the situation becomes too dangerous.
• Meria: Meria's appearance suggests that she has survived the Tyrant's fall and is waiting for Fu Qian.

Significant Themes

• Betrayal and Trust: The Holy Infant's betrayal highlights the theme of trust and its absence, while Meria's presence suggests that trust can endure even in the face of catastrophe.
• Power and Control: The Madness Fire represents the loss of control over one's power, a theme that is explored throughout the chapter.
• Consequences of Actions: The desolate landscape and Fu Qian's predicament serve as a reminder of the consequences of one's actions.

Character Interactions

• Fu Qian and Holy Infant Disaster Star: Their interaction is marked by suspicion, accusation, and ultimately, Fu Qian's use of the Madness Fire to consume the Holy Infant.
• Fu Qian and Dark Moon: Their interaction is marked by Dark Moon's retreat, leaving the Holy Infant to face Fu Qian alone.
• Fu Qian and Meria: Their interaction is brief but poignant, with Meria thanking Fu Qian, suggesting a shared history and understanding between them.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Fu Qian reunites with Jade Soul Master, who is suffering from the burning.
• Fu Qian finds the Eternal Clarity of Thought Bell, understanding that Jade Soul Master's power is different from the Warehouse's.
• Fu Qian cancels his Mythical Form, and Jade Soul Master sends more Second Order opponents, including Ao, to challenge Fu Qian.
• Fu Qian uses the Memoir to become immortal and challenge the opponents.

Character Developments

• Fu Qian demonstrates his resilience and strategic thinking, even in dire situations.
• Jade Soul Master shows its idealistic resolve and willingness to perish to prove its point.
• New characters like Ramon are introduced, revealing the extent of Jade Soul Master's influence.

Significant Themes

• The power of imagination vs. true spacetime authority.
• The struggle for dominance and control (Fu Qian vs. Jade Soul Master).
• The consequences of self-abandonment and the burning.
• The theme of immortality and its essence.

Character Interactions

• Fu Qian and Jade Soul Master engage in a philosophical debate, each trying to convince the other.
• Fu Qian interacts with new opponents, setting the stage for future confrontations.
• Fu Qian's past interactions with Ao are referenced, hinting at a deeper connection.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Fu Qian, a figure on a throne, awakens in a desolate, timeless expanse.
• He reads a memoir that details an assassination in Long Night, revealing that humans there were abandoned by the gods and resorted to worshipping the Tyrant for survival.
• The memoir ends with the return of the King of Prison Break, and the Mad Flame's purification.
• Fu Qian's paper cup, a symbol of the King of Prison Break's will, reappears and is unaffected by the Mad Flame.

Character Developments

• Fu Qian: Maintains a low profile, reflects on the past, and strategizes his next moves. He gains the Mechanical Tyrant form without consuming strength, but loses his Supernatural perception.
• King of Prison Break: Returns, purifies the Mad Flame, and regains his power. His buildings briefly reappear but collapse again.

Significant Themes

• Abandonment and survival: Humans in Long Night were abandoned by the gods and turned to the Tyrant for survival.
• Power and control: The King of Prison Break regains his power, asserting his dominance over the Mad Flame and the Prison Break.
• Deathmatch and strategy: Fu Qian views the memoir as a strategic tool and anticipates his opponent's moves.

Character Interactions

• Fu Qian interacts with his past self through reflections on the memoir.
• Fu Qian and the King of Prison Break: Their relationship is solidified as the King of Prison Break's will reappears in Fu Qian's paper cup.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Fu Qian experiences a mechanical ascension, losing his supernatural perception but gaining immense power.
• His physical body is healed, and he retains his abilities but in a more mechanical, precise form.
• He struggles to adapt to his new state, finding that some of his equipment and abilities are no longer functional.

Character Developments

• Fu Qian's character is further defined as pragmatic, accepting his changes and focusing on increased combat power.
• He shows adaptability and curiosity in exploring his new state, with no immediate negative feelings.

Significant Themes

• The loss and gain of abilities, and the changes in their nature.
• The struggle to adapt to significant changes.
• The exploration of a new, mechanical form.

Character Interactions

• Fu Qian interacts with his environment, testing his new abilities and equipment.
• He doesn't encounter any other characters in this chapter, focusing instead on self-discovery and adaptation.

Detailed but Concise

• Fu Qian loses his supernatural perception but gains immense power in a mechanical ascension.
• His body heals, and he retains his abilities but in a more precise, mechanical form.
• He struggles to adapt, finding that some equipment and abilities are no longer functional.
• Fu Qian accepts his changes, focusing on increased combat power, and shows curiosity in exploring his new state.
• He interacts with his environment, testing his new abilities and equipment, without encountering other characters.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Fu Qian creates a ring, the "Tyrant's Mechanical Fist," to return from Prison Break, using the power of the King of Prison Break and the sand of injustice.
• He returns to the Warehouse, finds it unstable, and adjusts his Supernatural Rank using his technical skills.
• He can't activate his work permit, so he has to stay and work at the Warehouse.
• Fu Qian creates a black outfit, uses the Favor ring and Emissary to return to the Spirit Ash Institute.
• He finds the Institute unchanged, and Miss Wen greets him respectfully.

Character Developments

• Fu Qian, now a Higher Being, creates a powerful tool to return from Prison Break, showcasing his mechanical prowess and pragmatism.
• He demonstrates his understanding and control over his Supernatural Rank, regressing and advancing it at will.
• Fu Qian's return to the Spirit Ash Institute shows his determination to continue his work and research.

Significant Themes

• Mechanical Prowess: Fu Qian's skill in mechanics is highlighted through his creation of the Tyrant's Mechanical Fist and his ability to adjust his Supernatural Rank.
• Pragmatism: Fu Qian chooses the easier way back from Prison Break, showing his practical approach to problems.
• Continuity and Change: The Institute's unchanged state contrasts with Fu Qian's growth, emphasizing the passage of time and his determination to continue his work.

Character Interactions

• Fu Qian interacts with the Warehouse, adjusting its state and his own.
• He greets Miss Wen upon returning to the Institute, showing a respectful and professional dynamic.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wen Li, a visiting student from the Spirit Ash Institute, visits the Academy, having made remarkable progress.
• Fu Qian uses his Calamity Authority to assess Wen Li's condition, confirming her advancement to the Demigod stage.
• Fu Qian suspects the Spirit Ash Institute's involvement in Wen Li's rapid advancement and invites her to confirm his suspicions.
• Wen Li reveals she has initially touched Divinity, confirming Fu Qian's suspicions about the Spirit Ash Institute's actions.

Character Developments

• Wen Li: Shows significant progress, having reached the Demigod stage and initially touched Divinity.
• Fu Qian: Demonstrates his Calamity Authority's ability to assess Transcendents' conditions accurately and non-invasively.

Significant Themes

• The treacherous path of Transcendents and the risks involved in rapid advancement.
• The power dynamics between the Academy and its affiliated institutes, with the Spirit Ash Institute being particularly secretive and ambitious.

Character Interactions

• Fu Qian and Wen Li: Their interaction is casual yet revealing, with Fu Qian using his authority to assess Wen Li's condition and Wen Li sharing her recent experiences and achievements.
• Fu Qian and Ji Liushuang: Ji Liushuang shows curiosity about Fu Qian's interaction with Wen Li, indicating a change in their relationship since Fu Qian's abduction attempt.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wen Li reveals she's digested Senior Liliana's relics, advancing to the advanced Supernatural realm.
• Fu Qian tests Wen Li's new abilities without inquiring about Spirit Ash's methods or materials.
• Ji Liushuang offers to test Wen Li's abilities, understanding Fu Qian's previous actions as helping Spirit Ash.
• Wen Li tests her abilities on Ji Liushuang, who experiences her joy coming to life.

Character Developments

• Wen Li: Advances to the advanced Supernatural realm, shows concern for Fu Qian's safety.
• Ji Liushuang: Realizes Fu Qian's previous actions were to help Spirit Ash, volunteers to test Wen Li's abilities.
• Fu Qian: Shows understanding of Wen Li's situation, tests her abilities without prying into Spirit Ash's methods.

Significant Themes

• Trust and manipulation: Wen Li trusts Fu Qian and cooperates with him, while Spirit Ash uses Wen Li as a tool for their goals.
• Power and responsibility: Wen Li's new abilities bring both amazing achievements and worries, highlighting the responsibilities that come with power.
• Understanding and acceptance: Characters try to understand and accept each other's actions and abilities, such as Ji Liushuang understanding Fu Qian's motives.

Character Interactions

• Fu Qian and Wen Li: Fu Qian tests Wen Li's abilities without asking about Spirit Ash's methods, showing respect for their intellectual property. Wen Li warns Fu Qian about the changes in her abilities.
• Wen Li and Ji Liushuang: Wen Li tests her abilities on Ji Liushuang, who experiences her joy coming to life. Ji Liushuang understands Fu Qian's previous actions as helping Spirit Ash.
• Fu Qian and Ji Liushuang: Ji Liushuang understands Fu Qian's previous actions and offers to test Wen Li's abilities, showing understanding and support for Fu Qian.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ji Liu Shuang, a volunteer, experiences a peculiar reaction to Wen Li's ability, describing it as "joy coming alive."
• Professor Fu leads a discussion about this phenomenon, comparing it to the "ecstasy" incident.
• Wen Li and Ji Liu Shuang conduct further experiments under Fu Qian's guidance, testing different emotions (joy and fear) and their reactions.
• Ji Liu Shuang reports that the reactions are distinct and more like an awakening than a planting of a seed.

Character Developments

• Ji Liu Shuang: Shows remarkable composure and professionalism despite experiencing unsettling phenomena. Her sensitivity to mental influences is confirmed.
• Wen Li: Demonstrates her ability to manipulate emotions and her willingness to test her new abilities on herself. She shows concern for Ji Liu Shuang's well-being.
• Professor Fu: Maintains his calm and curious demeanor throughout the experiments. He provides guidance and helps draw conclusions from the tests.

Significant Themes

• The manipulation and control of emotions.
• The distinction and similarity between emotions and desires.
• The pursuit of knowledge and truth, even in the face of unsettling phenomena.

Character Interactions

• Wen Li and Ji Liu Shuang: They work together to conduct experiments, with Wen Li providing the emotional stimuli and Ji Liu Shuang experiencing and reporting on them.
• Professor Fu and Ji Liu Shuang: Fu Qian guides Ji Liu Shuang through the experiments, helping her organize her thoughts and draw conclusions. He also praises her for her professionalism.
• Professor Fu and Wen Li: They discuss the experiments and their results, with Fu Qian providing guidance and Wen Li sharing her experiences and observations.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Fu Qian, aware of his unique path to godhood, observes Wen Li's progress.
• Wen Li, after her Promotion, demonstrates a new ability in front of Fu Qian and the Spirit Ash mentors.
• She reveals a Mythical Form, a high-level skill, on half of her body, compensating for her lack of close combat skills.
• The form draws and affects the emotions of those who gaze upon it, and even impacts targets with a flood of emotions upon attack.

Character Developments

• Wen Li: Shows significant growth and unique abilities, demonstrating a Mythical Form, a skill typically achieved by high-level Transcendents or Demigods. She remains cautious and calculated in her actions.
• Fu Qian: Continues to analyze and understand Wen Li's abilities, showing interest and respect for her progress. He remains calm and collected, providing guidance and explanations to Wen Li and the mentors.

Significant Themes

• Unique Paths to Divinity: Fu Qian acknowledges his unique path to godhood and observes Wen Li's distinct abilities, suggesting there might be multiple ways to achieve divinity.
• Power and Control: Wen Li's new ability allows her to draw and affect emotions, raising questions about power dynamics and control over others' emotions.
• Growth and Adaptation: Wen Li's Mythical Form compensates for her lack of close combat skills, showing her ability to adapt and grow in her cultivation.

Character Interactions

• Wen Li and Fu Qian: Fu Qian guides and explains Wen Li's abilities to her, showing a mentor-like relationship. Wen Li trusts Fu Qian's expertise and shares her new abilities with him.
• Wen Li and Spirit Ash Mentors: Wen Li demonstrates her new abilities to the Spirit Ash mentors, who are eager to cultivate her despite the potential risks. Their interaction shows their dedication and hope for her growth.
• Wen Li and Ji Liushuang: Wen Li allows Ji Liushuang to observe and report on her new abilities, showing trust in her assistant's capabilities. Ji Liushuang, in turn, provides valuable insights into Wen Li's abilities.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wen Li effortlessly defeats a group of Supernatural beings, impressing Professor Fu.
• Wen Li shares her perspective on her Supernatural path, acknowledging her luck and accepting its potential consequences.
• Professor Fu speculates about the Warehouse's intentions in assigning Wen Li's first task, suggesting it aimed to kill Eve and advance Wen Li's path to godhood.
• Fu Qian believes the Warehouse favors new gods over old gods and hints that Wen Li's path might lead her to become the master of the Realm of Ultimate Bliss.
• Fu Qian expresses concern for Wen Li's safety, mentioning the Night Watcher's role in protecting her.

Character Developments

• Wen Li demonstrates her power and growth, showing confidence in her abilities and accepting her luck.
• Professor Fu reveals his analytical skills and understanding of the Supernatural world's politics, showing concern for Wen Li's well-being.

Significant Themes

• Luck and its role in Wen Li's Supernatural path.
• The Warehouse's intentions and its favoritism towards new gods.
• The potential danger Wen Li might face due to her path and the Warehouse's involvement.

Character Interactions

• Wen Li and Professor Fu discuss her path and the Warehouse's intentions, leading to a deeper understanding between them.
• Wen Li and the research assistant share a moment of understanding and appreciation for Professor Fu's dry humor.
• Fu Qian considers the potential threats to Wen Li and the Night Watcher's role in protecting her.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Professor Fu, the host, asks Ji Liushuang to arrange a lavish dinner to celebrate Wen Li's Promotion to Advanced Rank.
• Fu Qian asks Wen Li to attack him with her Mythical Form to test her strength, which she does, leaving wounds on him that heal rapidly.
• Dean Li Weixuan and Chief Yuan Fang from the Sword Participation Institute arrive uninvited, expressing surprise at Wen Li's rapid Promotion.
• Yuan Fang informs Fu Qian that the Institute of Curses has withdrawn their people and that Stos and Su Gao have returned to report back.

Character Developments

• Wen Li demonstrates her strength and control over her Mythical Form, leaving wounds on Fu Qian, who is a genuine Demigod.
• Fu Qian shows his ability to withstand hits and his impartiality in assessing Wen Li's strength.
• Ji Liushuang shows attentiveness as a research assistant, remembering Fu Qian's clothing and arranging the dinner.
• Dean Li Weixuan and Yuan Fang show concern and caution regarding Wen Li's rapid Promotion, but are reassured by Fu Qian's endorsement.

Significant Themes

• The theme of rapid growth and Promotion in ranks, which causes concern and scrutiny from others.
• The theme of impartial assessment and recognition of strength, as shown by Fu Qian.

Character Interactions

• Fu Qian interacts with Wen Li, testing her strength and celebrating her Promotion.
• Ji Liushuang interacts with Wen Li, showing concern for her well-being and arranging the dinner.
• Dean Li Weixuan and Yuan Fang interact with Fu Qian, seeking reassurance about Wen Li's Promotion and sharing news about the Institute of Curses and Stos and Su Gao.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Gao is summoned back to the Night Watchers, leaving Fu Qian in charge.
• Fu Qian receives an invitation to visit the Night Watchers' headquarters from Stos, the Night Watcher leader.
• Aiko, another Night Watcher, is staying at the Academy to deal with the Finger Ball incident.
• Weilong and Ni Huayuan, instructors from the Spirit Ash Institute, visit Fu Qian, uninvited.

Character Developments

• Fu Qian: Shows political awareness and strategic thinking, accepting the Night Watcher invitation despite potential risks. He also acknowledges the Spirit Ash Institute's achievements, demonstrating maturity and respect.
• Weilong and Ni Huayuan: Maintain their pride and twisted personality, despite their institute's defeat. They visit Fu Qian to discuss the Spirit Ash technique.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and politics: Fu Qian navigates the complex political landscape of the Night Watchers and the Academy, showing awareness of the risks and benefits of accepting Stos' invitation.
• Respect and recognition: Fu Qian acknowledges the Spirit Ash Institute's accomplishments, fostering a more cooperative relationship.
• Pride and humility: Weilong and Ni Huayuan maintain their pride, even in defeat, while Fu Qian shows humility in victory.

Character Interactions

• Fu Qian and Yuan Fang: They discuss the Night Watcher invitation and Aiko's presence at the Academy. Yuan Fang feels Fu Qian is easy to deal with.
• Fu Qian and Weilong/Ni Huayuan: Fu Qian invites them to dinner and asks about the Spirit Ash technique. They are initially cautious but eventually engage in a discussion.
• Li Weixuan and Fu Qian: Li Weixuan leaves the dinner early, avoiding potential conflict between Fu Qian and the Spirit Ash Institute representatives.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Professor Fu suddenly becomes interested in Weilong's visit, hinting at a hidden purpose.
• Wen Li demonstrates her new ability, shocking Weilong.
• Fu Qian mentions Ian, suggesting a connection between Wen Li's new ability and Ian's past.
• Weilong shares that Wen Li's new ability is called "Sufferer" and was discovered after she provided a Divinity material.

Character Developments

• Weilong: He shows adaptability in tense situations and maintains his composure despite being dominated. He also demonstrates understanding and acceptance of Fu Qian's professional insights.
• Fu Qian: He displays keen observation skills and professional expertise, particularly in discerning unusual abilities. He remains firm in his endorsement of Wen Li's current state.
• Wen Li: She shows humility and willingness to cooperate, even in the face of Fu Qian's dominance. She also reveals that she provided a Divinity material that led to her new ability.

Significant Themes

• Power Dynamics: The interaction between Weilong and Fu Qian highlights the power dynamics between them, with Fu Qian dominating the conversation and Weilong adapting to this.
• Professional Expertise: Fu Qian's professional insights and expertise are emphasized, particularly in his ability to discern unusual abilities.
• Destiny and Guidance: The theme of destiny and guidance is introduced, with Fu Qian suggesting that Weilong's actions were guided by some kind of destiny.

Character Interactions

• Weilong and Fu Qian: Their interaction is tense and dominated by Fu Qian, who uses his professional expertise to guide the conversation. Weilong adapts to this and shows understanding of Fu Qian's insights.
• Wen Li and Weilong: Wen Li shows deference to Weilong, addressing him respectfully and following his instructions. Weilong, in turn, shows concern for her well-being.
• Fu Qian and Ni Huayuan: Ni Huayuan's reaction to Fu Qian's mention of Ian is not addressed directly, but it's implied that he is surprised and unclear about the situation. Fu Qian ignores his interjection.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Professor Fu handles the situation with Spirit Ash Institute, avoiding conflict and acknowledging Wen Li's achievements.
• Wen Li expresses concern for Spirit Ash's mentors, but Professor Fu assures her they'll be fine.
• Wen Li and Professor Fu discuss the efficiency of Wen Li's path to becoming a Demigod in her twenties.
• The celebration feast for Wen Li's achievement begins.

Character Developments

• Wen Li gains recognition for her achievements from Professor Fu and Spirit Ash Institute.
• Professor Fu demonstrates their ability to handle complex situations and acknowledges Wen Li's talent.
• Jia Keke shows dedication to her work and is invited to join the celebration feast.

Significant Themes

• Recognition and acknowledgment of achievements.
• The efficiency of different paths to cultivation.
• The ability to handle complex situations and avoid conflict.

Character Interactions

• Wen Li and Professor Fu discuss her achievements and the situation with Spirit Ash.
• Professor Fu acknowledges Wen Li's talent and reassures her about Spirit Ash.
• Jia Keke is invited to join the celebration feast by Professor Fu, showing their affability.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Fu Qian hosts a banquet, inviting Jia Keke (Kelin in disguise), a Second Order Supernatural expert in parasitism.
• Kelin, using eye radar, discovers Fu Qian's true intentions and the threat he poses.
• Fu Qian invites Kelin to his laboratory, hoping to use her as a "vehicle" against him.
• The next morning, Fu Qian is called to the Night Watcher base due to an incident involving Lily, Professor Ian's lover.

Character Developments

• Fu Qian: He is revealed to be manipulative and cunning, inviting Kelin to the banquet with ulterior motives. He is also confident in his abilities and is not afraid of confrontation.
• Kelin (Jia Keke): She is shown to be resourceful and perceptive, able to see through Fu Qian's plans. She maintains her composure and doesn't reveal her true intentions.
• Lily: She is mentioned to be in a serious condition after a previous incident and is now under the Night Watcher's watch. She is found with a thorn crown on her head, suggesting a new development in her condition.

Significant Themes

• Manipulation and Deception: Fu Qian tries to manipulate Kelin, while Kelin keeps her true intentions hidden.
• Power Dynamics: The characters' positions and abilities influence their interactions and decisions.
• Trust and Suspicion: Characters are wary of each other, leading to a tense atmosphere.

Character Interactions

• Fu Qian and Kelin: They engage in a subtle power struggle, with Fu Qian trying to control the situation and Kelin maintaining her independence.
• Fu Qian and Lanaia: They have a friendly, almost familial relationship, with Lanaia expressing her indignation at being called early in the morning.
• Kelin and Ji Liushuang: They discuss business matters related to the Gospel Group, suggesting a level of trust between them.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Fu Qian receives a request from the Night Watcher base to investigate a strange Thorn Crown found on Lily, an invitation victim.
• The Crown is made of real thorns and causes pain, but Lily seems unaware of it.
• Fu Qian is brought to observe Lily through a glass window in an interrogation room-like setup.

Character Developments

• Fu Qian shows proactive interest in helping the Night Watcher base, emphasizing the importance of swift response in unexpected projects.
• Aiko, the Night Watcher in charge, is polite but not happy about the situation, hinting at her disapproval of Lily's condition.
• Lily is seen standing quietly, seemingly unaware of the pain from the Thorn Crown, gazing into the distance with a smile.

Significant Themes

• The theme of "attitude over ability" is evident in Fu Qian's approach to the unexpected project, emphasizing the importance of swift response and a positive attitude.
• The strange nature of the Thorn Crown and its effect on Lily raise questions about the power dynamics and intentions of the Night Watcher base.

Character Interactions

• Fu Qian and Lanaia discuss the situation and Fu Qian's proactive stance on the way to the Night Watcher base.
• Yuan Fang, the local Night Watcher chief, greets Fu Qian and leads him to the base, providing information about Lily's condition.
• Aiko asks Fu Qian for his observations on Lily's condition, hinting at her desire to understand the nature of the Thorn Crown.
• Fu Qian observes Lily through a glass window, noting the differences between the Thorn Crown and Ian's transformation, and mentioning the Benevolent Virtue Society.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Professor Fu Qian suspects the Benevolent Virtue Society in the Night Watcher's base incident but lacks definitive evidence.
• Fu Qian identifies the distinctive traces left by the perpetrator, suggesting they are familiar with the base, excellent at hiding, and can cross space.
• Lily, the captured Greedy Worm, awakens and requests a room with a window to manage her pain.
• Fu Qian tours the Night Watcher base with Yuan Fang and Lanaia, then returns to the Laboratory to find Cas waiting for him.

Character Developments

• Aiko shows admiration for Fu Qian's knowledge but maintains a critical mindset.
• Fu Qian demonstrates his analytical skills and humility.
• Lily shows resilience and resourcefulness in managing her pain.
• Cas shows consideration and responsibility in watching over the Laboratory.

Significant Themes

• Investigation and Analysis: Fu Qian's investigation of the incident highlights the theme of thorough analysis and consideration of all possibilities.
• Idealism vs. Pragmatism: The Benevolent Virtue Society's actions contrast with the Night Watcher's pragmatic approach to protecting the innocent.
• Resilience: Lily's struggle against Ecstasy's influence emphasizes the theme of resilience in the face of adversity.

Character Interactions

• Aiko and Fu Qian engage in a professional exchange, with Aiko admiring Fu Qian's knowledge while maintaining a critical perspective.
• Fu Qian and Cas interact as colleagues, with Cas showing consideration for Fu Qian's work and Fu Qian expressing gratitude for Cas's help.
• Yuan Fang and Lanaia act as guides for Fu Qian, showing him around the Night Watcher base.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Cas, the dean of Tianqi Academy, admits to using the identity of the Benevolent Virtue Society for convenience.
• Fu Qian reports that Lily is making progress and Ian's issue is less likely to cause trouble.
• Cas reveals he joined in the fun at the Night Watcher base and gained something from a scientific expedition.
• Fu Qian hints at Cas's side job of robbing the rich to help the poor, using the Academy's talent as a cover.

Character Developments

• Cas: Reveals his dual identity and actions, showing cunning and strategic thinking.
• Fu Qian: Shows understanding of Cas's actions and plays along, demonstrating his intelligence and loyalty.
• Lily: Making progress, showing resilience and determination.
• Ian: His issue is less likely to cause trouble, indicating potential resolution.

Significant Themes

• Idealism vs. Realism: Cas's Benevolent Virtue Society identity vs. his actions.
• Power and Influence: Cas's manipulation of situations for personal gain.
• Trust and Deception: Cas and Fu Qian's understanding and acceptance of each other's deceptions.

Character Interactions

• Cas and Fu Qian: They understand and accept each other's deceptions, working together towards their goals.
• Cas and Lily: Cas's support for Lily's progress, showing his interest in her case.
• Cas and Ian: Cas's indifference to Ian's issue, showing his priorities.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Cas and Fu Qian discuss Professor Lisha and Kalaodola, their appearances, and relationship.
• Cas reveals that Lisha possesses a part of Kalaodola's flesh and blood, fused to maintain her form.
• Cas admits to obtaining a Supernatural Item from Lisha's neck, which he used to control her transformations.
• Fu Qian and Cas discuss future guidance on scientific expeditions.

Character Developments

• Cas: Reveals his unscrupulous methods in scientific research, showing cunning and manipulative tendencies. He values academic gains and is willing to use others for his goals.
• Fu Qian: Demonstrates curiosity and a willingness to learn, even from questionable methods. He shows adaptability and a lack of judgment in Cas's presence.

Significant Themes

• Academic Ambition: Cas's pursuit of knowledge and gains, even at the expense of others.
• Manipulation and Control: Cas's use of Lisha and his influence over Fu Qian.
• Ethical Ambiguity: The questionable methods used in scientific research and the lack of moral judgment from Fu Qian.

Character Interactions

• Cas and Fu Qian: Cas tests and manipulates Fu Qian, who is eager to learn and adapt. They share a harmonious atmosphere of communication.
• Cas and Lisha: Cas reveals his control over Lisha, using her for his scientific pursuits. Lisha's reaction upon seeing Cas is not specified but implies discomfort or unease.