Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Zhiyan agrees to be a volunteer for Professor Fu's experiment.
• Professor Fu discusses the bloody wedding and bloodline inheritance with Lisha.
• Professor Lisha returns the Crown to Su Gao, and Fu Qian declines it.
• Professor Lanaia prepares to leave, and Fu Qian inquires about the Academy's recent events.

Character Developments

• Su Gao shows detachment and trust in Professor Fu, agreeing to his request without asking details.
• Professor Lisha becomes more suspicious of Fu Qian's intentions regarding the Crown and the Institute of Curses.
• Professor Lanaia remains cautious around Fu Qian, fearing he might cause trouble again.

Significant Themes

• Trust and Manipulation: Fu Qian's casual manipulation of others, and their willingness to trust him, is a recurring theme.
• Bloodline Inheritance: The discussion between Fu Qian and Lisha highlights the importance and mystery of bloodline inheritance in the Supernatural Power world.

Character Interactions

• Fu Qian and Su Gao: Their relationship is revealed to be extraordinary, with Su Gao trusting Fu Qian enough to agree to his request without question.
• Fu Qian and Professor Lisha: Their interaction is tense, with Lisha becoming increasingly suspicious of Fu Qian's intentions.
• Professor Lanaia and Fu Qian: Lanaia remains wary of Fu Qian, fearing he might cause her trouble again.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Fu Qian and Su Gao remain in the Laboratory after others leave.
• Fu Qian asks Su Gao to enter the Dreamscape and control it as much as possible without letting it shatter.
• Su Gao successfully enters and stabilizes the Dreamscape, creating a door that leads to a dark, tranquil vortex.
• Fu Qian ends the Dreamscape, and Su Gao wakes up.

Character Developments

• Su Gao demonstrates her unique ability to control and manipulate the Dreamscape, showcasing her potential as a valuable teammate.
• Fu Qian seeks to use Su Gao's abilities to open a channel from the Dreamscape to the Mind World, aiming to assess the discrimination against Outsiders.

Significant Themes

• The unequal treatment of Outsiders in the world.
• The power of the Dreamscape and the Mind World.
• The potential of Su Gao's unique abilities.

Character Interactions

• Fu Qian and Su Gao collaborate in the Dreamscape experiment, with Fu Qian acting as the Dream Master and Su Gao as the dreamer.
• Fu Qian guides Su Gao through the experiment, providing minimal input to allow her to explore and control the Dreamscape.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Fu Qian and Su Gao explore the Dreamscape, with Su Gao opening a door to a dark, boundless space.
• Fu Qian is rejected by the space, while Su Gao seems to integrate with it.
• The Dreamscape splits, and Fu Qian is left in a boring, familiar part.
• Fu Qian receives a task from the Warehouse to contain an item numbered 2-001.

Character Developments

• Su Gao shows aptitude for controlling the Dreamscape and discovers a mysterious, dark space.
• Fu Qian is intrigued by the number 2-001 and starts a new containment scenario.

Significant Themes

• The theme of exploration and discovery continues, with Su Gao finding a new aspect of the Dreamscape.
• The theme of rejection and acceptance is explored as Fu Qian is rejected by the dark space.

Character Interactions

• Fu Qian and Su Gao interact as they explore the Dreamscape together.
• Fu Qian interacts with the Warehouse, accepting a new task.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Fu Qian receives a mission to an underwater prison.
• He wakes up encased in heavy, restrictive armor and a helmet with no openings, suggesting he's a prisoner.
• He discovers a switch that opens a rectangular hole for eating, but it's not mealtime yet.
• He learns he has a roommate who is enlightened and calm despite their imprisonment.

Character Developments

• Fu Qian: Initially frustrated and complaining, he adapts to his situation and remains observant and patient.
• Roommate: Calm and enlightened, he has transcended his situation and is patiently waiting for his roommate to speak.

Significant Themes

• Adaptation: Fu Qian quickly adapts to his new circumstances, showing resilience and patience.
• Enlightenment: The roommate's enlightenment and calmness in the face of adversity highlight the theme of inner peace and acceptance.
• Communication: The lack of communication between Fu Qian and his roommate initially, and their eventual exchange, emphasizes the importance of connection and understanding.

Character Interactions

• Fu Qian and his roommate: Initially, Fu Qian's noise irritates his roommate, who is trying to maintain his inner peace. However, they eventually engage in a conversation, with the roommate trying to guide Fu Qian through his initial fear and disgust.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Company of the Ring, now minus Sam and Frodo, returns to the Shire.
• They find the Shire occupied by Saruman, who has renamed it "The New Order" and enslaved the hobbits.
• Frodo and Sam, hidden in the woods, witness the destruction and decide to continue their journey to Mount Doom.
• Merry and Pippin, with the help of Treebeard and the Ents, lead a hobbit rebellion against Saruman.

Character Developments

• Frodo: His resolve to destroy the Ring remains unbroken, despite the setback in the Shire.
• Sam: He continues to support Frodo, displaying unwavering loyalty and courage.
• Merry & Pippin: They grow into capable leaders, rallying the hobbits to fight against Saruman.
• Saruman: His tyranny in the Shire reveals his true nature, and he becomes a primary antagonist.

Significant Themes

• Courage and Resilience: Despite facing overwhelming odds, characters like Frodo, Sam, Merry, and Pippin refuse to give up.
• Corruption of Power: Saruman's rule over the Shire illustrates how power can corrupt even the wise.
• Home and Belonging: The destruction of the Shire highlights the importance of home and the devastating consequences of losing it.

Character Interactions

• Frodo & Sam: Their friendship deepens as they face the final leg of their journey together.
• Merry & Pippin: They work together to inspire the hobbits and overthrow Saruman.
• Saruman & the Hobbits: The conflict between Saruman and the hobbits escalates, leading to open rebellion.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Fu Qian, the protagonist, is imprisoned in the Siren's underwater prison, the Seedbed of Artifact Species.
• He meets a fellow prisoner, an iron-masked man, who is initially hostile but later shares his experiences.
• The iron-masked man reveals that the prison is located in a dead sea, possibly a Forbidden Zone, and is managed by the Siren.
• Another prisoner arrives unexpectedly, threatening Fu Qian and the iron-masked man.

Character Developments

• Fu Qian demonstrates calmness and curiosity, asking insightful questions to gather information.
• The iron-masked man initially appears hostile but later opens up, showing a desire to confide in Fu Qian.
• The new prisoner is introduced, showing hostility towards Fu Qian and the iron-masked man.

Significant Themes

• The theme of imprisonment and survival is prominent, with Fu Qian and the iron-masked man trying to cope with their situation.
• The concept of a Forbidden Zone is introduced, adding a layer of mystery to the story.
• The power dynamics between the Night Watcher, the Siren, and other organizations are hinted at.

Character Interactions

• Fu Qian and the iron-masked man initially interact cautiously but later engage in a Q&A session, with the iron-masked man sharing his experiences.
• The interaction between Fu Qian and the iron-masked man is cordial, with Fu Qian showing empathy and the iron-masked man opening up.
• The new prisoner's interaction with Fu Qian and the iron-masked man is hostile, warning them not to move.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Fu Qian, disguised as an old man, is rescued from his cell by two unknown individuals.
• They remove his restraints and reveal that the prison is under the control of the Siren, a top-tier group.
• The prison is affected by a Curse called Scarlet Fever, which causes dark red patterns to appear on the skin.
• Fu Qian and his rescuers plan to leave the prison, with others waiting for them outside.

Character Developments

• Fu Qian maintains his disguise as Old Master Lu, using his voice to convince his cellmate of his identity.
• Fu Qian's cellmate, a middle-aged man, is initially suspicious but accepts Fu Qian's true identity.
• The two rescuers, a man and a woman, are revealed to be fellow prisoners but are more knowledgeable about the situation.

Significant Themes

• Disguise and deception: Fu Qian uses his disguise to gain his cellmate's trust and gather information.
• Hierarchy and power: The Siren is a top-tier group, indicating a power hierarchy in the world.
• Curse and danger: The Scarlet Fever Curse poses a threat to the prisoners, adding urgency to their escape.

Character Interactions

• Fu Qian and his cellmate share a cell and engage in conversation, with Fu Qian learning about the prison and its inhabitants.
• Fu Qian interacts with his rescuers, who help him escape and provide information about the prison and the Curse.
• The rescuers treat Fu Qian and his cellmate with urgency, indicating a sense of responsibility or duty towards them.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Fu Qian notices two people opening the door of his cell early in the morning.
• Fu Qian discovers he has Scarlet Fever, a severe Curse that affects his perception.
• The prison is experiencing ominous changes, with a bone-piercing chill and Scarlet Fever spreading.
• Fu Qian is released from his cell by a black-haired woman, who seeks his help to find a way out of the prison.
• The prison's exit is blocked, and the sea outside is frozen, making escape difficult.

Character Developments

• Fu Qian: Shows curiosity and calmness in the face of danger. He acknowledges the severity of his Scarlet Fever and understands the prison's grim situation.
• Black-haired Woman: Displayed leadership and calmness. She seeks Fu Qian's help and is willing to take risks to find a way out of the prison.
• Fellow Inmate: Initially shocked and hesitant, he later shows determination to escape the prison.

Significant Themes

• Survival: The characters are focused on finding a way out of the prison to survive the spreading Scarlet Fever and the bone-piercing chill.
• Unity: The black-haired woman seeks to unite forces with Fu Qian and other prisoners to increase their chances of survival.
• Adaptation: The characters must adapt to the rapidly changing environment within the prison.

Character Interactions

• Fu Qian and the Black-haired Woman: They form an alliance, with Fu Qian agreeing to help her find a way out of the prison.
• Fu Qian and the Fellow Inmate: The fellow inmate is initially hesitant but later joins Fu Qian and the black-haired woman in their quest to escape the prison.
• The Black-haired Woman and the Fellow Inmate: She shows patience and understanding towards the fellow inmate's initial hesitation, but also warns him about the urgency of their situation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The group arrives at the "ultimate form" of the Dead Sea, an underwater prison frozen in ice.
• They encounter a new task: find Virgo Lanina before four Apocalypse Knights arrive.
• A Scarlet Angel, a dangerous creature, breaks out of its cell, threatening the group.
• White, a non-prisoner, uses powerful flames to destroy the Scarlet Angel.

Character Developments

• The inmate brother demonstrates adaptability and quick thinking by suggesting they find another way out.
• Fu Qian, the protagonist, remains calm and observant, understanding the situation and the threat of the Scarlet Angel.
• White, the new character, shows strong combat abilities and a calm demeanor under pressure.

Significant Themes

• Survival: The group faces multiple threats, including the harsh environment, the Curse, and now the Scarlet Angels.
• Adaptability: Characters must adapt to new situations and threats to survive.
• Power dynamics: White's strength and non-prisoner status give him a different dynamic within the group.

Character Interactions

• The black-haired Lady and Fu Qian exchange information and observations about their surroundings.
• The black-haired Lady and White have a tense interaction, with White questioning her methods.
• The group works together to navigate the prison and avoid threats, though tensions and differing opinions are evident.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The group meets a new member, White, who is an escort and likely a prison official due to his attire and demeanor.
• White suggests destroying a contaminated creature to prevent further spread, despite the risk of contamination from the ashes.
• White introduces the group members, excluding Fu Qian, who introduces himself as "Sinner."
• White recalls that Fu Qian was recently imprisoned, validating his identity as a new inmate.

Character Developments

• White: Establishes himself as a confident and decisive leader, though his memory lapse regarding Fu Qian raises questions about his reliability.
• Fu Qian: Maintains composure amidst suspicion and reveals his identity as "Sinner," using the situation to his advantage.
• Jill: Shows caution and pragmatism, urging the group to continue despite White's questionable judgment.

Significant Themes

• Leadership and trust: White's initial authority is challenged by his memory lapse, raising questions about his reliability and the group's ability to trust one another.
• Pragmatism vs idealism: The group must balance the risks of immediate danger (contaminated creatures) with long-term threats (Scarlet Fever contamination).

Character Interactions

• White and Fu Qian: White's initial suspicion of Fu Qian is alleviated, but his memory lapse creates an awkward dynamic between them.
• White and Jill: Jill questions White's judgment but ultimately follows his lead, indicating a tense power dynamic within the group.
• The group: The dynamic between group members shifts as they grapple with White's questionable leadership and Fu Qian's mysterious identity.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The group decides to venture deeper into the prison, following White's suggestion.
• White reveals that there's a passage on the second-to-last floor leading directly to the island.
• Jill asks about the possibility of finding something to temporarily suppress Scarlet Fever, but White says the Sirens didn't prepare for this.
• Scholar questions White's certainty about Scarlet Fever being deliberately spread, but White's argument is compelling.
• An Jing, a captive of An Jing's company, is revealed to be among them.
• The group hears noises from cells ahead, indicating a high level of Scarlet Fever infection.

Character Developments

• White demonstrates leadership and familiarity with the prison, earning the group's trust.
• Jill shows concern for her team's well-being and hopes to find a temporary cure for Scarlet Fever.
• Scholar struggles to control his emotions and questions White's assertions.
• An Jing reveals her identity and expresses hope in White's abilities.

Significant Themes

• Survival and adaptability in the face of death.
• Leadership and trust.
• The spread of Scarlet Fever and its potential causes.
• The power dynamics between organizations (Siren and An Jing's company).

Character Interactions

• White leads the group, making decisions and providing guidance.
• Jill and White discuss the route and potential cures for Scarlet Fever.
• Scholar challenges White's assertions about Scarlet Fever.
• An Jing reveals her identity to the group, seeking their trust in White.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Fu Qian praises the new flame trick used by White, which is powerful and can cause significant trouble in a fight.
• The team discovers a hidden passage leading to a staircase downwards, with White guiding them.
• They hear a scream and find a person in distress, one of White's subordinates, in a strange state.

Character Developments

• Fu Qian remains calm and easygoing, despite the team's suspicion of his ulterior motives.
• White shows professionalism and leadership, guiding the team and making decisive decisions.
• The injured subordinate is in a strange state, suggesting a new threat or challenge.

Significant Themes

• Trust and Suspicion: Fu Qian's calm demeanor contrasts with the team's suspicion of his true intentions.
• Leadership and Decision Making: White's professionalism and decisiveness are highlighted as he guides the team.
• Unknown Threats: The discovery of the injured subordinate suggests new dangers and challenges in their environment.

Character Interactions

• Fu Qian and White: Fu Qian praises White's actions, while White remains wary of Fu Qian's true intentions.
• White and the Team: White leads the team, making decisions and guiding them through the environment.
• The Team and the Injured Subordinate: The team discovers and interacts with the injured subordinate, seeking to understand his condition.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The group encounters a decaying body with scarlet bloodlines, which reacts to White's presence.
• White incinerates the body, and a scarlet, distorted creature emerges from it.
• Jill temporarily halts the creature's advance using her ability.
• The Prisoner (Fu Qian) destroys the creature with a powerful punch, but its remnants merge into the surroundings.
• The group continues, discussing the creature's unusual mutation.
• They reach a large gap in the building's back wall, revealing a crystalline wall exuding a cold aura.

Character Developments

• White demonstrates decisiveness and quick thinking in handling the situation.
• Jill showcases her ability to control and halt the creature's advance.
• Fu Qian reveals his immense strength and willingness to engage in combat, despite initially appearing passive.

Significant Themes

• The mutating effects of the scarlet bloodlines and the creatures they spawn.
• The group's growing awareness of the danger and strangeness of their surroundings.
• The need for teamwork and communication to navigate the challenges they face.

Character Interactions

• White and Jill work together to observe and analyze the creatures they encounter.
• Fu Qian joins the fray, demonstrating his power and providing support to the group.
• Madam An expresses excitement at Fu Qian's intervention, highlighting the group's differing reactions to their situation.

Key Plot Points & Events

• The team reaches a seemingly sunken underwater building, frozen in time and devoid of life.
• The planned exit is missing, and a deadly Curse is spreading inside.
• The team discusses their options, with the Scholar suggesting a slow exploration and Li pointing out the urgency for the infected members.
• Fu Qian (Your Excellency the Sinner) offers to help, estimating he can last over two hours against the Curse.
• White suspects Fu Qian's motives, and before he can press further, Madam An embraces him, transferring her Scarlet Fever to him.

Character Developments

• Fu Qian demonstrates his strength and willingness to help, but his motives remain unclear.
• White, the team leader, shows concern for his team but struggles to maintain control in the face of danger.
• Li, initially hostile to Fu Qian, considers him as a potential asset due to his resistance to the Curse.
• Madam An, previously quiet, takes action to save White by transferring her Scarlet Fever to him.

Significant Themes

• Desperation & Survival: The team faces a grim situation, forcing them to consider desperate measures.
• Trust & Suspicion: The team members grapple with trusting Fu Qian, given his unclear motives and the dire circumstances.
• Time Pressure: The infected members' time is running out, adding urgency to their decisions.

Character Interactions

• White & Madam An: White's leadership is challenged, and Madam An takes action to save him, showing a deeper connection between them.
• Li & Fu Qian: Li's initial hostility towards Fu Qian shifts towards consideration of his usefulness.
• The Scholar & Li: The Scholar's suggestion to take things slow is met with Li's harsh criticism, highlighting the tension between academic thought and immediate survival needs.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Madam An betrays the group by merging with Warden White, who is infected by a strange entity.
• The merged entity, now called "An White," communicates with the group, revealing that it's not being eroded but is instead being possessed by a special power.
• An White claims that this power is their chance to survive and that they should embrace it rather than resist.

Character Developments

• Madam An shows her true colors by betraying the group for her survival.
• Warden White is possessed by an entity, gaining sentience and communicating through An White.
• An White reveals that he has been possessed by a special power and believes it's their chance to survive.

Significant Themes

• Betrayal and survival: Madam An's betrayal highlights the lengths people will go to survive in desperate situations.
• Possession and control: The entity possessing An White raises questions about control and identity, as the entity claims it wants to help the group but also possesses someone against their will.

Character Interactions

• Madam An betrays Warden White, merging with him to survive.
• An White communicates with the group, trying to convince them to embrace the power possessing him.
• Jill and Fu Qian interact with An White, trying to understand the situation and decide their next course of action.

Key Plot Points and Events

• An, now improved, demonstrates her ability to control the Scarlet Fever, transforming White's body into a Scarlet Angel that merges back into her.
• An reveals that accepting the Scarlet Fever allows one to transform and potentially reach Demigod rank, suggesting that the prison holds a holistic, ritualistic power.
• An offers to help others experience this transformation, while Fu Qian asks about La Nina.

Character Developments

• An: Shows significant improvement, retaining her abilities and achieving a Demigod rank. She exhibits confidence and a desire to help others transform.
• Fu Qian: Acknowledges An's strength and agrees with her interpretation of the prison's power. He remains cautious and asks about La Nina.

Significant Themes

• Transformation and growth: An's transformation highlights the potential for growth and change within the prison.
• Power dynamics: The shift in An's power dynamics with the team is evident as she offers to help others transform.
• Caution and opportunity: The team members are cautious about An's offer, weighing the potential benefits against the risks.

Character Interactions

• An and the team: An's transformation and offer to help create tension and uncertainty among the team members.
• An and Fu Qian: They acknowledge each other's strengths, leading to a mutual respect and understanding.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Sinner Your Excellency (Fu Qian) arrives and seeks information about 'La Nina'.
• Madam An, unable to provide information, tries to summon Warden White but fails.
• Fu Qian attacks Madam An for providing an unsatisfactory answer, leading to a violent explosion of phosphorus fire.
• The Scholar is hit by the explosion and starts exhibiting symptoms similar to a curse or plague.

Character Developments

• Fu Qian is revealed to be the strongest Demigod present and is determined to find 'La Nina'.
• Madam An shows resilience and quick thinking but is ultimately overwhelmed by Fu Qian.
• The Scholar demonstrates speed and agility but is vulnerable to Madam An's phosphorus fire.

Significant Themes

• The power of knowledge and information (Fu Qian seeks 'La Nina' for unknown reasons).
• The consequences of withholding or providing incorrect information (Madam An's fate).
• The danger of supernatural powers (Madam An's phosphorus fire, the Scholar's curse-like symptoms).

Character Interactions

• Fu Qian and Madam An: Fu Qian seeks information from Madam An, who cannot provide it, leading to a deadly confrontation.
• Madam An and the Scholar: Madam An tries to help the Scholar by summoning Warden White but fails.
• Fu Qian and the Scholar: Fu Qian shows no concern for the Scholar's well-being after he's hit by the explosion.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Fu Qian stares at the ice wall, drawing the attention of the Scholar, who is injured.
• An's voice echoes from the wall, and a gray-green mist surges out.
• The group tries to run but stops due to uncertainty about their surroundings.
• The Scholar reveals a purification Talisman to reassure Jill and Li.
• The Sinner Your Excellency (Fu Qian) is attacked by moths that explode on impact, but he remains unharmed.
• A Plague Dragon, seemingly controlled by An, appears and attacks Fu Qian with a black, deathly mist.

Character Developments

• Fu Qian remains calm and composed, even when faced with powerful attacks.
• The Scholar's condition worsens, but he manages to keep up with the group and reveals a hidden Talisman.
• An's voice is heard, giving the group hope that she might still be alive.

Significant Themes

• The power of Supernatural beings and their abilities.
• The theme of time and its preciousness, hinted at by Fu Qian.
• The danger of unknown environments and the need for caution.

Character Interactions

• Fu Qian interacts with the voice claiming to be An, trying to provoke a response.
• The Scholar, Jill, and Li stick together, sharing information and supporting each other.
• The Plague Dragon and An (or her voice) interact, with the dragon seemingly controlled by An.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Fu Qian tracks down the Plague Knight using a Wriggling Seed planted earlier.
• The Plague Knight, in its dragon form, is attacked and dismembered by the hatched insect (Wriggling Seed).
• Fu Qian executes the Plague Knight with an 'Internal Organ Critical Hit', causing its body to merge into the surroundings.
• The underground prison is revealed to be a higher-level transformation, independent from the original world, where the four Apocalypse Knights will be born.

Character Developments

• Fu Qian demonstrates his tracking skills and combat prowess.
• The Plague Knight, despite its resistance, provides valuable information about the transformation and the Apocalypse Knights.

Significant Themes

• Exploitation and Resistance: Fu Qian exploits the Plague Knight's unwillingness to gain information, while the Plague Knight resists Fu Qian's attempts to extract value.
• Transformation and Independence: The underground prison's transformation and independence from the original world are emphasized.

Character Interactions

• Fu Qian interacts with the Plague Knight, trying to extract information, while the Plague Knight resists and attempts to hide its secrets.
• Fu Qian also interacts with the Scholars, who flee from the scene due to the Mythical Form's appearance.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A mysterious entity, suspected to be La Nina, defeats An, the Plague Knight, leaving behind a plague that's instantly fatal.
• The group discovers that the ice wall and their surroundings have been contaminated with the plague, which is not alleviated by the instant-death bar.
• Fu Qian suggests that the plague might be the remaining Plague Knight, which will continue to push for the apocalypse if not stopped.
• Fu Qian reveals that the plague is not curable through breathing, skin contact, or isolation, and that Scarlet Fever is the only known cure.
• Jill offers her remaining medical supplies, but Fu Qian declines to help, stating that he will kill anyone who follows An's suggestion to accept the plague.
• Jill proposes an alliance: if they help Fu Qian find Virgo La Nina, he will save them.

Character Developments

• Fu Qian: Shows his power by defeating An effortlessly. He reveals his knowledge about the plague and his determination to stop it, even if it means killing those who give up.
• Jill: Demonstrates leadership and resourcefulness by offering her medical supplies and suggesting an alliance with Fu Qian.
• Li: Shows desperation and willingness to make a deal for survival, despite his initial ferocity.
• The Scholar: Asks crucial questions, showing curiosity and eagerness to learn about their situation.

Significant Themes

• Survival: Characters are driven by the desire to survive, leading them to make desperate decisions and alliances.
• Powerlessness: Despite their abilities, characters feel powerless against the plague and the impending apocalypse.
• Despair: The group faces a seemingly hopeless situation, with Fu Qian's actions and words adding to their despair.

Character Interactions

• Fu Qian and Jill: They have a tense interaction, with Fu Qian declining Jill's offer for help and Jill later proposing an alliance.
• Li and Jill: Li looks to Jill for help, and Jill considers Li's desperation when offering her medical supplies.
• The Scholar and Fu Qian: The Scholar asks Fu Qian for suggestions, but Fu Qian's answers are unhelpful and despairing.