Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Ming secretly pays for extra meals for all employees to gain their loyalty, unaware that Zheng San misinterprets his actions.
• Su Ming's parents, Su Yuan and Zhao Ning, misunderstand his letters to Chilami, thinking he's in love with her.
• One year later, Su Ming's parents excitedly prepare him for the release of his academic results, misunderstanding his efforts as attempts to impress Chilami.

Character Developments

• Zheng San initially misunderstands Su Ming's actions but later realizes Su Ming's intentions.
• Su Ming's parents, especially Zhao Ning, become overly enthusiastic about Su Ming's academic pursuits, believing it's to impress Chilami.
• Su Ming remains patient and understanding towards his parents' misunderstandings.

Significant Themes

• Misunderstanding: The central theme of the chapter, affecting multiple characters' actions and relationships.
• Parental Love and Expectations: Su Yuan and Zhao Ning's overzealous support for Su Ming's academic pursuits highlights their love and expectations for their son.
• Personal Growth: Su Ming's dedication to his studies, despite his parents' misunderstandings, shows his personal growth and determination.

Character Interactions

• Su Ming and Zheng San: Zheng San initially misunderstands Su Ming's actions but later corrects his perspective.
• Su Ming and His Parents: Su Ming's interactions with his parents are filled with affection and patience, despite their misunderstandings.
• Su Ming and Chilami: Although not physically present, Chilami's influence is felt through Su Ming's parents' misunderstandings about his letters to her.

"Hey, what's up with you guys? You're talking about Lin Chuyu being recruited by the Imperial Court Academy, right? That's amazing!"

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Outer Academy students discuss their chances of entering the Inner Academy, with Su Ming expressing hope for his peers.
• Zhang Tai and Li Fubai plot to draw the Red-Black Lottery due to their failure to enter the Imperial Court Academy.
• Su Ming overhears their conversation and taunts them, leading to threats from Zhang Tai.
• Principal Roken announces that results will be projected, and students should return to their parents.
• The results are revealed, with Su Ming scoring 218 points in the Comprehensive Exam and 50 points in the Mecha Sub-Subject, not enough to enter Imperial Court Academy.

Character Developments

• Su Ming shows growth in confidence and is no longer afraid of confrontations.
• Zhang Tai and Li Fubai display desperation and frustration due to their failure to enter the Imperial Court Academy.
• Su Yuan and Zhao Ning show concern and support for Su Ming, despite their initial disappointment in his score.

Significant Themes

• Destiny and Fate: The results determine the students' fates, causing joy, despair, and acceptance.
• Resilience and Perseverance: Despite setbacks, characters like Su Ming show determination to continue.
• Consequences of Actions: Zhang Tai and Li Fubai face the repercussions of their actions against Su Ming.

Character Interactions

• Su Ming interacts with Chen Tong and Minke, showing camaraderie and support.
• Zhang Tai and Li Fubai interact, displaying their shared frustration and desperation.
• Su Yuan and Zhao Ning interact, showing concern and support for Su Ming, despite their initial disappointment.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Ming's family learns he scored 218 points, placing him seventh in the exam.
• Su Ming discovers he's been admitted to Imperial Court Academy's Outer Academy due to his Starlight City household registration.
• Li Fubai fails to be admitted despite his high scores, learns his Performance Points were revoked due to his previous appeal against Su Ming.
• Li Fubai's father disapproves of his actions and leaves.

Character Developments

• Su Ming: Realizes his score is high enough to be admitted to Imperial Court Academy, decides to repeat the year to aim for the main academy.
• Li Fubai: Disappointed and angry at his failure to be admitted, faces his father's disapproval.
• Li Chengan (Li Fubai's father): Disapproves of Li Fubai's actions, leaves in anger.

Significant Themes

• The importance of household registration in admission to prestigious schools.
• The consequences of one's actions (Li Fubai's appeal leading to his Performance Points being revoked).
• Parental expectations and disappointment (Li Chengan's reaction to Li Fubai's failure).

Character Interactions

• Su Ming, Su Yuan, and Zhao Ning: Share their joy and pride in Su Ming's high score and admission to Imperial Court Academy.
• Li Fubai and Li Chengan: Li Fubai appeals to Leo, leading to a confrontation with his father.
• Leo and Li Fubai: Leo explains the reason behind Li Fubai's failure to be admitted, causing Li Fubai to face his father's disapproval.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Yi's student Lin Chuyu got into the Outer Academy of Imperial Court Academy, but only one student from Chen Yi's class made it in, disappointing him.
• Tang Yan's student Su Ming surprisingly got into Imperial Court Academy, causing Tang Yan to feel a mix of envy and joy.

Character Developments

• Chen Yi: Disappointed and frustrated due to only one student getting into Imperial Court Academy.
• Tang Yan: Initially dismissive of Su Ming's abilities, he becomes ecstatic upon learning Su Ming got into Imperial Court Academy.
• Su Ming: Proves his worth by getting into Imperial Court Academy despite initial doubts from Tang Yan.

Significant Themes

• Unpredictability: The results of the Imperial Court Academy entrance exams are unexpected, with both Lin Chuyu and Su Ming's outcomes surprising their respective teachers.
• Ambition vs. Safety: Su Yuan and Zhao Ning want Su Ming to have a stable future, while Su Ming yearns for the challenges and opportunities that Imperial Court Academy offers.

Character Interactions

• Chen Yi and Tang Yan: Chen Yi feels envious of Tang Yan's success, while Tang Yan initially feels dismissive of Su Ming's abilities but later congratulates him.
• Su Yuan, Zhao Ning, and Su Ming: Su Yuan and Zhao Ning express their concerns about Su Ming's safety, while Su Ming reassures them that he chose this path himself.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Ming's exceptional score on the comprehensive exam attracts attention from admissions teachers of prestigious academies.
• Teacher Ge Hai from Amonsk Special Grade Academy offers Su Ming a full scholarship and 10 million Federal currency, attempting to recruit him.
• Other admissions teachers from top schools swarm Su Ming, each trying to outdo the other with their offers.
• Zhao Lu from Ankenra Academy, the best school in the Thirteenth District, is pushed out by the other teachers.
• Su Ming remains unmoved by the offers and reaffirms his decision to attend Imperial Court Academy.

Character Developments

• Su Ming demonstrates humility despite his impressive score, showing that he hasn't let his success go to his head.
• Su Ming's determination to attend Imperial Court Academy is strengthened, showing his resolve and ambition.
• Zhao Ning and Su Yuan express their concerns for Su Ming's future, revealing their love and support for him, as well as their awareness of their limited influence in Starlight City.

Significant Themes

• Ambition and Determination: Su Ming's unwavering goal to attend Imperial Court Academy highlights his ambition and determination.
• Family Love and Support: Zhao Ning and Su Yuan's conversation with Su Ming underscores the love and support they have for him, as well as their awareness of their limitations.
• Regional Differences and Influence: The contrast between the offers from top schools and Ankenra Academy in the Thirteenth District highlights the disparities in influence and resources between regions.

Character Interactions

• Su Ming and Admissions Teachers: Su Ming's interactions with the admissions teachers showcase his humility and determination, as well as the teachers' eagerness to recruit him.
• Su Ming, Zhao Ning, and Su Yuan: The conversation between Su Ming, Zhao Ning, and Su Yuan reveals their love and support for each other, as well as their differing views on Su Ming's future.
• Admissions Teachers: The interactions among the admissions teachers highlight their competitiveness and the high regard in which Su Ming is held.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Ming and his friends plan a gathering after their graduation.
• They decide to meet at a unique location suggested by Minke, who has a key to a maintenance platform on a skyrail pillar in the Upper City.
• They spend time together, sharing a meal and drinks, and reminiscing about their time together.
• They discuss their future plans and dreams.

Character Developments

• Su Ming: He is considerate and caring towards his friends, trying to lift their spirits as they face an uncertain future.
• Minke: He reveals that he plans to apply to an academy in the City of Rain, with help from his relatives.
• Zhao Ran: He plans to apply to schools in the Thirteenth District due to his lower Comprehensive Exam score, expressing regret but accepting his reality.
• Chen Tong: He is hesitant about his future plans, avoiding Su Ming's questions about his intentions to apply to schools in Starlight City.

Significant Themes

• Friendship: The bond between the four friends is highlighted as they spend time together, reminisce about their shared history, and discuss their dreams.
• Acceptance of Reality: Each character accepts their current situation and plans for the future accordingly, demonstrating maturity and resilience.
• Ambition and Dreams: The characters discuss their aspirations, revealing their individual goals and motivations.

Character Interactions

• Su Ming and Chen Tong: Su Ming tries to encourage Chen Tong to apply to schools in Starlight City, but Chen Tong remains evasive.
• Minke and Zhao Ran: They share their dreams and future plans, with Minke revealing his desire to join the army and Zhao Ran expressing his wish for a stable life to support his parents.
• All Four Friends: They toast to their future, acknowledging that they may not see each other again after graduation, creating a bittersweet atmosphere.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Tong and Zhao Ran are now a couple, which surprises Su Ming.
• Su Ming shares his dream to travel and see the world, which impresses his friends.
• A mysterious object arrives on the Third Planet, infiltrating an emergency maintenance well and releasing metallic, blade-like creatures.
• In the Su Family, only two members, Su Le and Su Bin, were accepted into the Imperial Court Academy, causing Su Zhentian's displeasure.

Character Developments

• Su Ming: Shows determination and ambition in pursuing his dream, though his friends tease him about love being the cause of his academic improvement.
• Chen Tong: Reveals his relationship with Zhao Ran, showing a more open and decisive side.
• Su Zhentian: Displays his high expectations and impatience with the Su Family's academic performance.

Significant Themes

• Dreams and Ambition: Characters express their personal dreams and aspirations, showing their determination to pursue them.
• Relationships and Love: The relationship between Chen Tong and Zhao Ran highlights the impact of love on personal growth and decisions.
• Expectations and Disappointment: The Su Family's poor academic performance this year contrasts with Su Zhentian's high expectations, leading to disappointment.

Character Interactions

• Su Ming, Chen Tong, Minke, and Zhao Ran: They interact as a group of friends, teasing each other about their dreams and academic achievements, with a focus on Su Ming's improvement.
• Su Zhentian, Anke, Su Fu, and Jiang Yu: The interaction between these characters highlights the hierarchical structure within the Su Family, with Su Zhentian expressing his displeasure at the family's academic performance.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Zhentian, the Su Family's leader, is furious about the poor City Exam results, with only two students passing.
• Jiang Yu reveals that Su Ming, previously considered useless, has also passed and gotten into the Mecha department of the Imperial Court Academy.
• Su Zhentian is overjoyed and orders preparations for Su Ming's return to Starlight City.
• At the Central Station, Su Ming, Zhao Ning, and Su Yuan discuss Su Yuan's fears about facing Su Zhentian.
• Su Ming overhears that Qin Feng, a local genius, is being celebrated for topping the City Exam and getting into an Outer Academy.

Character Developments

• Su Zhentian: Initially angry about the exam results, he becomes proud and happy upon learning about Su Ming's success.
• Su Ming: Shows maturity and understanding in dealing with his father's cowardice and his mother's anger.
• Su Yuan: Continues to display his cowardice and reluctance to face Su Zhentian.
• Zhao Ning: Shows determination to handle the family business alone but is frustrated with Su Yuan's behavior.
• Qin Feng: Established as a local genius with exceptional exam scores.

Significant Themes

• Family Dynamics: The Su Family's internal struggles and dynamics are highlighted, with Su Ming's success bringing temporary unity and joy.
• Education and Success: The importance of education and academic success is emphasized, with Qin Feng's achievements being celebrated.

Character Interactions

• Su Zhentian and Jiang Yu: Jiang Yu's revelation about Su Ming's success cheers up Su Zhentian.
• Su Ming, Zhao Ning, and Su Yuan: The trio discusses Su Yuan's fears and Su Ming's upcoming journey to Starlight City.
• Su Ming and the Students: Su Ming overhears students discussing Qin Feng's achievements, showing his curiosity about the local genius.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Gu Meng, accompanied by Qi Shen and Liu Xiao, badmouths Yu Wei, causing Su Ming to look over.
• The high-speed train to Starlight City arrives, and students begin boarding. Xiao Lie personally sees off Qin Feng and others from the Thirteenth District.
• Su Ming and Su Yuan arrive at the platform, but Su Ming "loses" his wallet, causing Su Yuan to rush back to search. Meanwhile, Su Ming boards the train without him.
• Su Yuan calls Su Ming, who reassures him and tells him not to worry about the money. He also mentions he'll find Mr. Jiang Yu upon arrival.

Character Developments

• Gu Meng: Shows jealousy and bitterness towards Yu Wei's popularity.
• Su Ming: Demonstrates independence and resourcefulness by boarding the train without Su Yuan.
• Su Yuan: Reveals his true feelings about returning to Starlight City; he's secretly happy about not going.

Significant Themes

• Jealousy and rivalry (Gu Meng vs. Yu Wei)
• Family dynamics and hidden feelings (Su Ming and Su Yuan)
• The importance of the Thirteenth District students (Xiao Lie's personal send-off)

Character Interactions

• Gu Meng, Qi Shen, and Liu Xiao gossip about Yu Wei, showing their disdain and jealousy.
• Su Ming and Zhao Ning say their goodbyes, showing a caring mother-son relationship.
• Su Ming and Su Yuan have a conversation on the phone, revealing their understanding and acceptance of each other's situations.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Ming boards the train and finds his seat opposite Gu Meng, Qi Shen, and Liu Xiao.
• Gu Meng vents her frustrations about Yu Wei, Lin Chuyu, and Li Fubai.
• Su Ming overhears Gu Meng's complaints and interjects when Qi Shen badmouths him.
• Su Ming reveals his identity, causing Qi Shen to fall silent and Gu Meng to feel awkward.

Character Developments

• Su Ming: Shows calm maturity and confidence in his new, slimmer appearance. He stands up for himself and doesn't engage in unnecessary conflict.
• Gu Meng: Reveals her tendency to complain and hold grudges. She feels embarrassed and awkward after realizing Su Ming is listening to her.
• Qi Shen: Demonstrates his cowardice and lack of backbone when faced with Su Ming. He realizes the futility of his previous actions and stays silent.

Significant Themes

• Appearance vs. Reality: Gu Meng's initial perception of Su Ming as a 'fatty' is proven wrong when she sees his transformed appearance.
• Consequences of Actions: Qi Shen faces the repercussions of his past behavior when Su Ming confronts him.
• The Power of Words: Gu Meng's complaints reveal her insecurities and grudges, while Su Ming's calm interjections assert his confidence and maturity.

Character Interactions

• Su Ming and Gu Meng: Their interaction is tense due to Gu Meng's complaints about Lin Chuyu, whom Su Ming cares for. However, Su Ming chooses not to escalate the situation.
• Su Ming and Qi Shen: Their interaction is confrontational, with Su Ming standing up for himself and Qi Shen realizing the futility of his past actions.
• Gu Meng, Qi Shen, and Liu Xiao: They engage in a group complaint session, revealing their insecurities and grudges.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A high-speed train carrying passengers, including Su Ming, Gu Meng, Qi Shen, and Liu Xiao, suddenly collides with an unknown creature, causing the train to brake abruptly.
• The collision results in the death of the train staff and severe damage to the train's front.
• The train's power goes out, leading to a rise in temperature inside the carriages, causing panic among the passengers.
• Students break the windows to escape the stuffy carriages and find themselves in a dark tunnel.
• Su Ming and others proceed towards the front of the train, discovering it engulfed in flames.

Character Developments

• Su Ming: Shows concern for Gu Meng's safety and remains calm and collected throughout the emergency.
• Gu Meng: Develops an interest in Su Ming, finding him attractive and reliable.
• Qi Shen and Liu Xiao: Follow Gu Meng and Su Ming, showing loyalty and concern for their friend.

Significant Themes

• Survival and Adaptation: Passengers must adapt to the sudden change in circumstances and find ways to survive.
• Leadership and Decision Making: Su Ming's calm demeanor and quick thinking set him apart, while the attendants' attempts to maintain order fail due to the passengers' panic.
• Trust and Reliance: Gu Meng begins to rely on Su Ming for protection and guidance.

Character Interactions

• Su Ming and Gu Meng: Gu Meng becomes attracted to Su Ming's qualities, and Su Ming shows concern for her safety.
• Gu Meng, Qi Shen, and Liu Xiao: The trio sticks together, showing friendship and mutual support.
• Su Ming and other passengers: Su Ming doesn't actively lead the group but is followed due to his calm and collected demeanor.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The train crashes into an unknown object, causing significant damage.
• Passengers discuss the cause of the crash, with Su Ming suggesting it might be a monster.
• The group decides to wait for rescue, as the tunnel's emergency exit is too far and the surface is dangerously hot.
• Rescue arrives after some time, with soldiers in exoskeleton armor securing the scene and inspecting the damaged train.

Character Developments

• Su Ming: Shows rational thinking and knowledge about the tunnel's layout and temperature outside.
• Gu Meng: Becomes more open-minded and friendly towards Su Ming, asking for his phone number.
• Qi Shen: Becomes increasingly jealous and displeased with Su Ming, but is still cautious around him.

Significant Themes

• Survival and perseverance in the face of adversity.
• The importance of rational thinking and knowledge in crisis situations.
• The dynamics of group interactions under stress.

Character Interactions

• Su Ming and Gu Meng: Gu Meng warms up to Su Ming, while Su Ming remains cautious but polite.
• Su Ming and Qi Shen: Qi Shen's jealousy and displeasure towards Su Ming grow, but he doesn't dare to confront him directly.
• The group: Passengers discuss the situation, express their frustrations, and await rescue together.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A rescue team from Starlight City arrives to evacuate passengers stranded in a tunnel.
• The passengers are offered full compensation for their troubles and are immediately transported to Starlight City.
• The train emerges from underground, revealing the desolate, red-rock surface with an outside temperature of 65°C.
• A mysterious figure is spotted on the surface, wearing only a tracksuit, suggesting they are a New Human with enhanced heat resistance.

Character Developments

• Su Ming observes the surface with curiosity and marvels at the New Human's ability to withstand extreme heat.
• Gu Meng develops a growing interest in Su Ming, finding him likable.

Significant Themes

• The harsh conditions and dangers of the surface, contrasting with the safety and comfort of the underground city.
• The physical and genetic enhancements of New Humans, allowing them to survive in extreme environments.

Character Interactions

• Su Ming, Gu Meng, and other students discuss and react to the surface and the mysterious figure.
• Yu Wei and Qin Feng, who are also on the train, express surprise at seeing the figure on the surface.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Ming arrives at Starlight City by high-speed train.
• He observes the city's unique structure: a central pillar with bubbles housing different zones (academies, imperial court, industrial, agricultural).
• He meets his teacher, Jiang Yu, at Exit 7, who offers to take him home.

Character Developments

• Su Ming has become thinner and more mature in appearance over the past year.
• Jiang Yu is surprised by Su Ming's transformation and is pleased with his progress.

Significant Themes

• Appearance vs Reality: Su Ming's physical transformation is a stark contrast to his inner strength and resilience.
• Gratitude and Appreciation: Su Ming expresses gratitude to Jiang Yu for his guidance, while Jiang Yu appreciates Su Ming's hard work and politeness.

Character Interactions

• Su Ming and Jiang Yu: They greet each other warmly, with Jiang Yu expressing surprise at Su Ming's appearance, and Su Ming offering to treat Jiang Yu to a meal as a token of gratitude.
• Su Ming and Gu Meng: They briefly interact at the station, with Gu Meng wanting to accompany Su Ming but ultimately going her own way with Qi Shen and Liu Xiao.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Ming arrives in Starlight City, noting its advanced facilities and fashionable people.
• Jiang Yu briefs Su Ming about the Su Family dynamics, warning him about certain family members.
• They drive to the Su Family's residence, passing by a grand setup for the Enrollment Banquet.
• Su Ming and Jiang Yu arrive at the Su Family residence, greeted by guests at the banquet.

Character Developments

• Su Ming shows curiosity and adaptability to his new environment.
• Jiang Yu demonstrates his role as a mentor, guiding Su Ming about Starlight City and the Su Family.

Significant Themes

• The importance of reputation and connections in Starlight City society.
• The Su Family's status and influence in the city.

Character Interactions

• Su Ming and Jiang Yu interact, with Jiang Yu providing guidance and Su Ming showing respect and eagerness to learn.
• Su Ming is introduced to guests at the banquet, receiving praise for his Imperial Court Academy acceptance.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Ming attends the Su Family's Enrollment Banquet, introduced by Jiang Yu.
• Su Ming meets and greets various relatives and family members, noticing the deliberate seating arrangement.
• Su Zhentian, the family patriarch, hosts the banquet, with his wife Zhou Xuanyue and sons present.
• Su Ming, along with cousins Su Bin and Su Le, are introduced and praised for their admission to Imperial Court Academy.
• Su Zhentian announces a reward of ten million Federal currency for each of them.

Character Developments

• Su Ming: Shows maturity, politeness, and quick thinking, impressing the family with his transformation and academic achievements.
• Su Zhentian: Demonstrates his word and pride, rewarding the successful students as promised.
• Su Dong: Shows cowardice and stupidity, getting scolded by Su Zhentian for suggesting to start the meal without the guests.
• Su Yao and other siblings: Remain silent and show no support for Su Dong.

Significant Themes

• Family and Tradition: The Su Family gathers to celebrate academic achievements, emphasizing family unity and tradition.
• Ambition and Reward: The family patriarch values education and hard work, rewarding those who achieve academic success.
• Status and Hierarchy: The seating arrangement reflects the guests' relationship and status within the family.

Character Interactions

• Su Ming interacts politely with various relatives, showing respect and deference.
• Su Zhentian interacts warmly with Su Ming, proud of his grandson's transformation and achievements.
• Su Dong interacts poorly with Su Zhentian, showing disrespect and getting scolded.
• Su Yao and other siblings show no interaction or support for Su Dong, highlighting the competitive and unsupportive family dynamics.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Su Family's welcome banquet for Su Ming is held, with a ten-million Federal currency prize given to him.
• Su Zhentian encourages everyone to enjoy the feast without being polite.
• Su Ming sits at the main table with his aunts and cousins, facing some coldness and hypocrisy.
• Su Zhentian toasts with everyone and later decides to have Su Ming sleep in Su Yuan's room.

Character Developments

• Su Ming: He remains polite and composed despite the hypocrisy and coldness from his family members.
• Su Zhentian: He shows generosity and warmth towards Su Ming but also has a tendency to be blunt and irritable.
• Su Yao, Su Ying, and others: They show dislike towards Su Ming due to their dislike for his late mother.

Significant Themes

• Hypocrisy and insincerity in social interactions.
• The tension and awkwardness in family reunions, especially when there are unresolved issues and grudges.

Character Interactions

• Su Ming interacts with his aunts and cousins, feeling awkward due to their insincerity.
• Su Zhentian interacts with Su Ming and the other guests, showing generosity and warmth but also bluntness.
• Su Ming and Jiang Yu interact briefly as Jiang Yu leads Su Ming to his room.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Ming finds his father's old mecha model in his room and meets his father's former teacher, Jiang Yu, who gives him a business card.
• Su Ming is summoned by his grandfather, Su Zhentian, who shows him the family's financial report, revealing significant expenses on Su Ming's father's and other family members' behalf.
• Su Zhentian expresses his hopes for Su Ming's academic success and warns him not to cause trouble at school.

Character Developments

• Su Ming: Shows respect and consideration for his father, despite his grandfather's disapproval. He also demonstrates a strong sense of responsibility and maturity.
• Su Zhentian: Reveals his volatile temper and the burden of managing the family's finances. He expresses high hopes for Su Ming's future.

Significant Themes

• Family Responsibility: Su Ming feels the weight of his family's expectations and the need to live up to his grandfather's hopes.
• Legacy and Expectations: The mecha model and Su Zhentian's words highlight the expectations placed on Su Ming due to his family's history.

Character Interactions

• Su Ming and Jiang Yu: They share a brief, respectful interaction, with Jiang Yu expressing his past connection with Su Ming's father.
• Su Ming and Su Zhentian: Their conversation reveals Su Zhentian's high hopes for Su Ming and his disapproval of Su Ming's father. Su Ming defends his father, showing a different perspective on his family's dynamics.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Ming arrives at the Imperial Court Academy, greeted by massive stone statues symbolizing knowledge and power.
• He registers for the Mecha Department and is assigned to Mecha Class 23.
• Su Ming waits at the class gathering point, but the teacher is late, and no one else is around.

Character Developments

• Su Ming remains polite and patient, showing no signs of impatience despite the delay.
• Mia, the teacher, is introduced as beautiful but unprofessionally dressed and possibly drunk.

Significant Themes

• The hierarchy of classes within the Imperial Court Academy, with key classes being more prestigious.
• The importance of first impressions and professionalism, as Mia's appearance and behavior contrast with the students' expectations of a teacher.

Character Interactions

• Su Ming stands out among his classmates due to his appearance, drawing their attention and curiosity.
• The students discuss Mia's unexpected arrival and inappropriate attire, expressing their disbelief and disapproval.