Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• The group embarks on a graduation trip via Airship, crossing the Golden Oak Kingdom, and then traveling by boat to the Red Coral Sea.
• Wu Ming's sister, Angelina, shows signs of becoming a delinquent, and he brings her along to keep an eye on her.
• The Airship is massive and luxurious, with compartmentalized gasbags and composite steel decks, prioritizing passenger safety and comfort.
• Wu Ming secretly meets with Vixen Diya, who has been gathering information about the supernatural for him, and they agree to meet at Victoria Harbor.

Character Developments

• Wu Ming shows responsibility and concern for his sister, Angelina, indicating a desire to guide her.
• Angelina feels anxious about traveling but relaxes after Wu Ming comforts her.
• Vixen Diya demonstrates cunning and caution in her secret meeting with Wu Ming.

Significant Themes

• Responsibility and guidance (Wu Ming towards Angelina)
• Caution and vigilance (Vixen Diya)
• Luxury and comfort (Airship amenities)

Character Interactions

• Wu Ming comforts Angelina, helping her feel at ease about traveling.
• Wu Ming meets secretly with Vixen Diya to discuss their plans.
• The group interacts casually, with Vidi inviting Philip and Alice to play cards, while Wu Ming explores the Airship.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wu Ming and his team arrive at Victoria Harbor, the busiest port in the Golden Oak Kingdom.
• Wu Ming meets with Diya, his secret business partner, to discuss purchasing an ancient text, the Book of Endings.
• Meanwhile, a mysterious group is searching for the book and torturing a man named John for information.

Character Developments

• Wu Ming: Disguised and cautious, he's focused on acquiring the Book of Endings for his investigations.
• Diya: She's resourceful and cunning, using her hypnosis skills to amass wealth secretly.
• John: He's terrified and desperate, having been tortured for information about the book's whereabouts.

Significant Themes

• Greed and Power: The desire for wealth and power drives both Wu Ming's pursuit of the book and the mysterious group's actions.
• Fear and Vulnerability: John's fear and vulnerability highlight the power dynamics between captor and captive.

Character Interactions

• Wu Ming and Diya: They work together, with Diya providing information and Wu Ming making decisions.
• The Mysterious Group: They interact harshly, with the woman showing sadistic tendencies and Joseph being more calculating.
• Wu Ming and John: They haven't interacted yet, but Wu Ming's meeting with John is imminent.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wu Ming obtains the Book of Endings from John, who was initially greedy and tried to raise the price and demand Diya (Vixen) as well.
• Diya reveals her true identity as the Vixen, a Class A wanted criminal, and uses hypnosis to subdue John and his men.
• Wu Ming returns to the hotel and starts deciphering the Book of Endings, sensing a special magical aura that attracts certain individuals.
• In the suburbs, a large-scale operation is underway to capture international fugitives, causing a city-wide curfew.
• Wu Ming decides to go out despite the curfew, leaving the hotel without revealing his true abilities to Alice and the others.

Character Developments

• Wu Ming: He successfully obtains the Book of Endings, starts deciphering it, and decides to go out despite the curfew, hinting at his hidden abilities.
• John: Initially greedy and manipulative, he tries to exploit the situation but is outsmarted by Diya and Wu Ming.
• Diya (Vixen): She reveals her true identity and uses her hypnosis abilities to subdue John and his men, showing her cunning and power.

Significant Themes

• Greed and its consequences: John's greed leads him to try and exploit the situation, ultimately resulting in his downfall.
• Power and manipulation: Diya and Wu Ming use their respective powers and cunning to outmaneuver John, showcasing the theme of power dynamics.
• Secrecy and hidden identities: Both Diya and Wu Ming have secrets and hidden identities, adding depth to their characters and the plot.

Character Interactions

• Wu Ming and Diya: They work together to obtain the Book of Endings, with Diya using her hypnosis abilities to subdue John, while Wu Ming handles the transaction and obtains the book.
• Wu Ming and Alice/Vidi/Navi/Lanny/Philip: Wu Ming interacts with them briefly, keeping his true abilities hidden while expressing his intention to go out despite the curfew.
• John and Diya: Their interaction highlights Diya's cunning and power, as she manipulates John into revealing his true intentions and subdues him using hypnosis.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A minotaur, Zack, attacks Wu Ming and Angelina in their hotel room.
• Wu Ming, now at the third level of his cultivation, defeats Zack with a single punch.
• Wu Ming hypnotizes Angelina to forget the incident and report a different version of events to the police.
• Wu Ming decides to leave the hotel immediately due to the incident.
• Joseph and the stunning woman find Zack's body in the steam clock tower, revealing that Zack encountered an unknown powerful being who killed him.

Character Developments

• Wu Ming's strength and cultivation have improved, allowing him to easily defeat Zack.
• Angelina becomes more dependent on Wu Ming after the incident.
• Zack's defeat and death reveal the existence of a powerful being in the story.
• Joseph and the stunning woman show fear and caution when faced with the possibility of encountering this powerful being again.

Significant Themes

• Power and strength: Wu Ming's increased power allows him to protect himself and Angelina, while the unknown being's power strikes fear into Joseph and the stunning woman.
• Fear and caution: The incident with Zack instills fear in Joseph and the stunning woman, causing them to reconsider their plans and prioritize self-preservation.
• Hypnosis and manipulation: Wu Ming uses hypnosis to alter Angelina's memory, demonstrating his ability to control and manipulate others.

Character Interactions

• Wu Ming and Angelina: Wu Ming protects Angelina from Zack's attack and later uses hypnosis to alter her memory of the event.
• Wu Ming and the police: Wu Ming provides a false account of the incident to the police, framing an unknown man in a black trench coat as the one who drove Zack away.
• Joseph, the stunning woman, and Zack: The three work together to find the Book of Endings, but Zack's death leaves Joseph and the stunning woman fearful and uncertain about their next course of action.
• Joseph and the stunning woman: The two discuss their plans and decide to leave the investigation to lower-level operatives or hire other Detective Shrines, demonstrating their caution and fear in the face of the unknown powerful being.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The group is on a steam yacht, sailing towards Lover's Sea and the Red Coral Sea, Wu Ming's main destination.
• Wu Ming studies the Book of Endings, learning about the Crimson Hand, a dark organization.
• A storm approaches suddenly, and the group is advised to stay in their cabins.

Character Developments

• Wu Ming shows interest in the sea's history and mysteries, hinting at his deeper understanding of extraordinary powers.
• Vidi's interest shifts towards combat and strength, likely influenced by Wu Ming's display at the hotel.
• Captain Victor shares his experiences and beliefs about the sea's dangers and mysterious forces.

Significant Themes

• The dual nature of the sea: calm and beautiful, yet dangerous and unpredictable.
• The contrast between scientific rationalism (Vidi) and superstition/belief in mysterious forces (Captain Victor).
• Wu Ming's curiosity and determination to uncover the world's secrets.

Character Interactions

• Wu Ming interacts with Captain Victor, learning about the sea's history and dangers.
• Vidi and Wu Ming have a friendly rivalry, with Vidi trying to impress Wu Ming and the group with his fishing skills and strength.
• Angelina and Wu Ming grow closer, with Angelina showing affection towards Wu Ming.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A sudden storm threatens the steam yacht carrying Wu Ming and his companions.
• The yacht encounters a Ghost Ship, an abandoned, glowing vessel with no crew, which approaches menacingly.
• The Ghost Ship passes by the yacht after Wu Ming uses his spiritual power to deter it.
• The yacht arrives at Love Island, the entrance to the Red Coral Sea, where they plan to explore a nearby Supernatural Ruin.

Character Developments

• Wu Ming demonstrates his supernatural abilities and calm demeanor in the face of the Ghost Ship threat, further establishing his leadership among the group.
• Vidi and the others show signs of seasickness and fear during the storm and Ghost Ship encounter, but they remain resilient.
• Captain Victor reveals his experience and knowledge about Ghost Ships and the Red Coral Sea.

Significant Themes

• Fear and resilience in the face of the unknown and supernatural.
• The power of nature and the sea, as represented by the storm and the Ghost Ship.
• The allure and mystery of the deep sea and its hidden ruins.

Character Interactions

• Wu Ming and Captain Victor discuss the yacht's course and the Red Coral Sea.
• Wu Ming uses his spiritual power to deter the Ghost Ship, protecting Vidi and the others.
• Vidi and the others rely on Wu Ming's leadership and calmness during the crisis.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wu Ming discovers that the ruins he seeks are located in the deep sea, beyond current technological diving limits.
• He begins exploring the Red Coral Sea, using fishing trips as a cover to search with his Yin God and Spirit Power.
• Half a month later, Wu Ming finds the ruins' location and encounters a Sea Monster guarding the entrance.
• He engages in a brief battle with the Sea Monster, realizing it's immune to mental attacks and illusions, and decides to retreat.
• Wu Ming discovers a blood-red symbol on a rock wall and activates a teleportation Magic Array, entering the ruins.

Character Developments

• Wu Ming demonstrates his patience and determination in finding the ruins, using his intelligence and adaptability to overcome obstacles.
• Angelina shows interest in accompanying Wu Ming on his fishing trips, indicating a growing bond between them.

Significant Themes

• Perseverance: Wu Ming's relentless pursuit of finding the ruins, despite the challenges and setbacks.
• Adaptability: Wu Ming's ability to think on his feet and adjust his strategies, as seen in his approach to finding the ruins and dealing with the Sea Monster.
• The unknown: The deep sea represents the unknown, harboring mysteries and dangers that require caution and preparation.

Character Interactions

• Wu Ming interacts with Angelina, showing a growing friendship as they go fishing together.
• Wu Ming's encounter with the Sea Monster highlights his strategic thinking and combat capabilities.
• Wu Ming's decision to retreat from the Sea Monster battle shows his understanding of when to fight and when to withdraw, demonstrating his maturity and wisdom.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wu Ming discovers a sealed cave with a teleportation array, leading him to a mysterious stone palace.
• The palace contains blueprints of the Main God Hall's rules and a stone chamber with a Bright Pearl.
• The Bright Pearl merges with Wu Ming's Sea of Consciousness, revealing it to be a prototype of the Main God Hall with partial Creation Supernatural Powers.
• A spiritual imprint appears, stating that the world will reject all outsiders and that Wu Ming must explore the world to gain the Great Luo Dao and eternal power.

Character Developments

• Wu Ming's split spirit faces a dilemma and must decide whether to pursue power within the sealed world or contact his main body for help.
• Wu Ming's main body decides to let his split spirit gamble, as the worst-case scenario is the split spirit gaining power and defecting.

Significant Themes

• The pursuit of power and eternity, and the potential loss of self in the process.
• The temptation of inheritance and the consequences of pursuing it.
• The game of chess between Wu Ming and the mysterious being who created the Main God Hall.

Character Interactions

• Wu Ming's split spirit interacts with the spiritual imprint left behind by the mysterious being, revealing the world's rejection of outsiders and the temptation of the Great Luo Dao.
• Wu Ming's main body interacts with his split spirit's situation, deciding to let his split spirit gamble within the sealed world.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wu Ming, troubled by recent revelations, returns to the hotel where he finds Alice awake and Angelina waiting.
• Angelina reveals she remembers Wu Ming from her infancy, hinting at his past.
• Wu Ming decides to use the Main God Hall prototype to collect spiritual energy, revising his future plans.
• On their return journey, they encounter another storm, and a Ghost Ship appears.
• Wu Ming absorbs the spirits from the Ghost Ship into his Main God Space, planning to use them as a power source and to cultivate Reincarnators.

Character Developments

• Wu Ming: Struggles with the shock of recent events but maintains his composure. He decides to use the Main God Hall prototype to explore the world and plans to cultivate Reincarnators.
• Angelina: Reveals her true personality and remembers Wu Ming from her infancy, suggesting she knows more about his past than she lets on.

Significant Themes

• The power of the Main God Hall and Wu Ming's plans to use it.
• The exploration of the world's mysteries and the need for spiritual energy.
• The cultivation of Reincarnators and their role in Wu Ming's plans.

Character Interactions

• Wu Ming and Alice: Alice is concerned about Wu Ming's well-being, while Wu Ming uses a mental suggestion to make her sleep.
• Wu Ming and Angelina: Angelina reveals she remembers Wu Ming from her infancy, hinting at his past. Wu Ming decides to keep this a secret between them.
• Wu Ming and the Ghost Ship: Wu Ming absorbs the spirits from the Ghost Ship into his Main God Space, planning to use them as a power source.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The group discovers a derelict Ghost Ship after a storm.
• Victor, Wu Ming, and Vidi explore the ship, finding it filled with skeletons and decay.
• They discover a captain's logbook and valuable items in the captain's cabin.
• Wu Ming proposes to return the items to the **** family in exchange for their friendship and potential business opportunities.
• Wu Ming suggests forming an ocean salvage company with Victor as his partner, offering an initial investment of one million Jin Yuan.

Character Developments

• Victor: Shows courage and professionalism as a captain, recognizing the Ghost Ship's origin and its valuable contents. He's interested in Wu Ming's business proposal but is cautious.
• Wu Ming: Demonstrates his resourcefulness, strategic thinking, and willingness to take risks. He's interested in exploring potential ruins and treasures in the deep sea.
• Vidi: Shows enthusiasm for the expedition and the potential rewards but lacks Wu Ming's strategic thinking.

Significant Themes

• Exploration and Discovery: Wu Ming's desire to explore the Ghost Ship and potential deep-sea ruins reflects the theme of discovery and adventure.
• Business and Opportunism: Victor and Wu Ming's discussion about forming a salvage company highlights the theme of business opportunities and the potential risks and rewards involved.
• Loyalty and Friendship: Wu Ming's willingness to help Vidi and Victor's potential partnership reflect the theme of loyalty and friendship.

Character Interactions

• Wu Ming and Victor: They interact as potential business partners, with Wu Ming proposing the idea and Victor showing interest but caution.
• Wu Ming and Vidi: Wu Ming shows understanding and consideration for Vidi, acknowledging his participation in the expedition and his share of the rewards.
• Victor and his crew: Victor shows leadership and decision-making skills, ignoring his first mate's concerns and making decisions based on his professional judgment.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A ghost ship from 300 years ago, the missing flagship of the Sterling family, is discovered and returns, sparking public fascination.
• Wu Ming and Vidi's involvement in the discovery is briefly mentioned in the newspaper.
• The Sterling family returns an heirloom to Wu Ming (as Steven Sterling), expressing gratitude and offering assistance in establishing an ocean shipping company.
• Wu Ming and his friends return to Yinchao City after their holiday, each preparing to face their respective lives.

Character Developments

• Wu Ming maintains a low profile despite the attention on him and the Sterling family's gratitude.
• An Wen Sterling views Wu Ming and Captain Victor as having a long way to go before entering the true upper class but senses potential in Wu Ming.
• Wu Ming is accepted into Binnaford University and boards a train to Caspar City.

Significant Themes

• The power of fame and influence, as seen in the Sterling family's reaction to Wu Ming's involvement in the ghost ship discovery.
• The challenges of social mobility, as seen in An Wen's view of Wu Ming and Captain Victor's future prospects.

Character Interactions

• Wu Ming interacts with An Wen Sterling, maintaining humility while accepting the Sterling family's gratitude and assistance.
• Wu Ming has a brief conversation with a young woman on the train, who expresses admiration for his university acceptance.
• Wu Ming communicates with the Main God Space in his sea of consciousness, observing the Supplicants' prayers and contemplating the development of the space.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wu Ming, equipped with the Main God Space, copies blueprints of Steam Age computers (Difference and Analytical Engines).
• He creates a massive mechanical computer system, combining multiple Difference Engines and an Analytical Engine, powered by Steam Engines.
• Wu Ming imbues the system with sorcery to create a Tower Spirit, naming it 'Intelligent Butler'.
• He checks the Main God Space status, focusing on Spirit Power reserves.

Character Developments

• Wu Ming demonstrates his resourcefulness and ambition by creating an advanced mechanical computer system within his Main God Space.
• He shows concern for protecting and managing his space's resources and power.

Significant Themes

• The disparity between the wealthy and the common people in terms of access to technology and resources.
• The blending of science and magic, represented by the mechanical computer system enhanced with sorcery.

Character Interactions

• Wu Ming interacts briefly with a girl on the train, showing politeness but not pursuing a conversation.
• He meets Carter, a senior student at Binnaford University, who offers assistance in exchange for payment. Wu Ming accepts his help, showing practicality and understanding of the university's business-oriented nature.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wu Ming, a recommended student from Yinchao City, registers at Binnafu University.
• He rents a single apartment from Madam Lena, who seems to be in financial distress.
• Wu Ming begins university life, skipping classes frequently due to his busy schedule managing his industries and the Main God Space.

Character Developments

• Wu Ming: He becomes more independent and responsible, managing multiple businesses and the Main God Space. He also shows empathy towards Madam Lena's situation.
• Madam Lena: She is revealed to be in financial trouble and possibly in an abusive relationship, as indicated by her bruise and distressed behavior.

Significant Themes

• Responsibility and independence: Wu Ming takes on more responsibilities, balancing his university life with his businesses and the Main God Space.
• Empathy and helping others: Wu Ming shows concern for Madam Lena's situation, indicating his growing empathy and willingness to help others.

Character Interactions

• Wu Ming and Carter: They interact briefly, with Carter helping Wu Ming find an apartment and later following Wu Ming, hinting at a possible secret or problem that Carter wants to discuss with Wu Ming.
• Wu Ming and Madam Lena: They interact daily, with Wu Ming noticing Madam Lena's distress and deciding to help her if she asks.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Carter recounts his past with Madam Lena, revealing his unrequited love for her and her recent strange behavior.
• Wu Ming and Carter follow Madam Lena to a church, where they discover a cult led by Priest Redwin.
• They find Madam Lena being whipped and berated by Redwin in a basement, demanding she give up her house.
• Carter intervenes, but Redwin overpowers him.

Character Developments

• Carter: Reveals his deep affection for Madam Lena, showing courage in confronting Redwin despite being outmatched.
• Madam Lena: Struggles with her faith and Redwin's demands, revealing a hidden fear when Carter and Wu Ming appear.
• Priest Redwin: Displayed as a cruel and manipulative leader of the cult, physically abuses Madam Lena, and shows strength when confronting Carter.

Significant Themes

• Unrequited love (Carter's feelings for Madam Lena)
• Manipulation and abuse of power (Redwin's control over the cult and its members)
• The struggle between faith and personal values (Madam Lena's conflict)

Character Interactions

• Carter and Madam Lena: Carter's long-standing affection for Madam Lena is revealed, while she seems conflicted and scared when he appears.
• Carter and Redwin: Carter's intervention leads to a physical confrontation with Redwin, highlighting the power dynamic between them.
• Wu Ming and Carter: Wu Ming guides Carter, showing knowledge of the church's layout and dog handling, while Carter follows his lead.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Madam Lena's church is raided by the cult leader, Redwin, who threatens to expose secrets unless she executes her acquaintances (Carter and Wu Ming).
• Wu Ming, revealed to be Level 18 Hand-to-Hand Combat, defeats Redwin and suggests a solution to Carter and Madam Lena to deal with Redwin and his cult without causing further harm to the community.
• After Redwin's disappearance, the church is abandoned, and Madam Lena struggles with spiritual void and emptiness.
• Wu Ming offers Madam Lena a new faith, the "God of Redemption," and she agrees to learn more about it.

Character Developments

• Madam Lena: Struggles with the aftermath of Redwin's influence, experiences spiritual void, and becomes interested in Wu Ming's proposed "God of Redemption."
• Wu Ming: Reveals his combat skills, shows cunning and strategic thinking in dealing with Redwin, and presents himself as a follower of the "God of Redemption" to Madam Lena.
• Carter: Initially hot-headed and willing to expose Redwin, he later considers the consequences and agrees with Wu Ming's plan.

Significant Themes

• The power of faith and its influence on people's lives.
• The consequences of blindly following a corrupt leader.
• The struggle between good and evil, and the importance of making informed choices.

Character Interactions

• Wu Ming and Redwin: Wu Ming demonstrates his combat skills and defeats Redwin, showing his power and cunning.
• Wu Ming, Carter, and Madam Lena: They work together to deal with Redwin, with Wu Ming taking the lead in suggesting a solution that considers the greater good.
• Wu Ming and Madam Lena: Wu Ming offers Madam Lena a new faith, showing empathy and understanding of her spiritual struggle.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wu Ming's preaching and Lena's conversion to the Church of Redemption.
• Wu Ming's plan to spread the church as his graduation project.
• Wu Ming uses 'Divine Art' to demonstrate his powers, convincing Carter.

Character Developments

• Lena: Becomes the first follower of the Church of Redemption, showing increased faith and devotion.
• Carter: Initially skeptical, becomes more open to the idea of the Church of Redemption after witnessing Wu Ming's 'Divine Art'.

Significant Themes

• Faith and its power.
• The potential of the Church of Redemption as a business.
• The struggle between belief and disbelief.

Character Interactions

• Wu Ming and Lena: Wu Ming's words and actions strengthen Lena's faith.
• Wu Ming and Carter: Wu Ming uses 'Divine Art' to convince Carter of the Church of Redemption's legitimacy. Carter, initially skeptical, becomes more open to the idea.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wu Ming establishes the "Church of Salvation" in Caspar City, with himself as the "Pope," Lena and Carter as probationary priests.
• The church recruits members, including former cultists, and offers free Holy Water and Communion to attract more believers.
• Wu Ming plans to recruit from other evil cults and gain the kingdom's support to purge cults and expand the church's influence.
• The Paladin Order is established, with Bob as the leader, to counter other evil god cults.

Character Developments

• Wu Ming demonstrates his leadership and strategic thinking, aiming to grow the church rapidly.
• Lena becomes more devout and fanatical in her faith, showing signs of spiritual growth.
• Carter, though initially awkward with Wu Ming's new status, becomes more devoted after witnessing divine arts.
• Bob, a former army instructor, becomes a devoted believer and leader of the Paladin Order, driven by his desire to resurrect his daughter.

Significant Themes

• Faith and Power: Believers' faith provides Spirit Power, which Wu Ming uses to grow the church and provide blessings, strengthening believers' faith in return.
• Religious Competition: The Church of Salvation competes with other cults and established religions for believers and territory.
• The Role of Religion: The church aims to fill the spiritual void left by the decline of established religions and the rise of science.

Character Interactions

• Wu Ming, Lena, and Carter work together to grow the church, with Lena recruiting members and Carter handling logistics.
• Wu Ming and Bob form a partnership, with Bob leading the Paladin Order in exchange for Wu Ming's support and divine grace.
• The church members, including former cultists, interact with each other, contributing to the church's growth through their faith and Spirit Power.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A secret cult ritual of the Blood Kin Society is disrupted by the Caspar City Patrol Police, led by Officer Arthur.
• The cult's leader, Chris, is arrested after a chase and struggle.
• The Church of Salvation, represented by a black-robed follower, assists the police and offers to provide guidance services for the rescued cult members.
• Wu Ming, the leader of the Church of Salvation, reflects on the church's growth and plans to establish new ranks within the church hierarchy.

Character Developments

• Officer Arthur: Shows determination and bravery in raiding the cult's ritual and arresting Chris. He is also wary of the Church of Salvation's true intentions.
• Chris: The leader of the Blood Kin Society, he is arrested after a failed attempt to escape.
• Wu Ming: As the leader of the Church of Salvation, he demonstrates his strategic thinking and plans for the church's future growth and organization.

Significant Themes

• The struggle between good and evil, represented by the police raid on the cult and the Church of Salvation's offer to guide former cult members.
• The power of belief and faith, exemplified by the Church of Salvation's rapid growth and the transformation of Lena into a Priest.
• The corruption and manipulation of power, hinted at through Officer Arthur's suspicion of the Church of Salvation and Wu Ming's plans to establish a hierarchical structure within the church.

Character Interactions

• Officer Arthur and the black-robed follower of the Church of Salvation: They cooperate in the cult raid but maintain a level of distrust and tension between them.
• Wu Ming and the church leaders (Lena, Carter, Bob): Wu Ming discusses the church's growth and plans to establish new ranks, showing his leadership and vision.
• Wu Ming and the statue of the Main God Hall: Wu Ming reflects on the church's growth while standing before the statue, emphasizing the importance of the Main God Space and the power of belief.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wu Ming appoints Lena to spread the Church of Salvation's faith in other cities, emphasizing that they should not attract believers with Divine Arts to avoid attention from secular powers.
• The Church of Salvation expands rapidly, and Wu Ming receives reports of victories and gains.
• Wu Ming visits the church's storeroom, where he finds idols of various Evil Gods, including the Three-Eyed Cult's idol, which he absorbs for Spirit Power.
• Wu Ming decides to personally investigate and eliminate the Three-Eyed Cult in Feiying City to obtain more Spirit Power.
• Wu Ming arrives in Feiying City with an entourage, using the cover of an investor from a major conglomerate.

Character Developments

• Wu Ming: He continues to expand the Church of Salvation's influence, seeking more Spirit Power to open the Main God Space and select Reincarnators. He becomes more determined to eliminate the Three-Eyed Cult for their accumulated Spirit Power.
• Lena: She is appointed as a missionary to spread the church's faith in other cities. She shows confusion and then understanding of Wu Ming's strategy to avoid attracting secular attention.

Significant Themes

• The accumulation of Spirit Power and its importance to Wu Ming's plans.
• The expansion and influence of the Church of Salvation.
• The contrast between the Church of Salvation and other cults, with Wu Ming emphasizing the difference between their faith and those that merely tempt believers with supernatural power.

Character Interactions

• Wu Ming interacts with Lena, appointing her as a missionary and explaining his strategy to avoid attracting secular attention.
• Wu Ming interacts with his subordinates, giving them orders to find the Three-Eyed Cult's traces and cautioning them about the potential dangers they might face.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Bob, a Holy Warrior, investigates suspicious activities in Feiying City and encounters agents from the International Special Investigation Department (ISID).
• The ISID begins a large-scale operation to apprehend members of the Three-Eyed Cult, including their target, the 'Monster' Makul.
• Wu Ming, tracking the ISID, arrives at Councilman Bamong's manor, where the ISID is conducting a search.

Character Developments

• Bob: Shows exceptional senses, combat skills, and a stable state of mind, reflecting his growth as a Holy Warrior.
• Wu Ming: Demonstrates strategic thinking and patience, using the ISID's operation to his advantage.
• The ISID Leader: Exhibits professionalism and determination in conducting the operation.

Significant Themes

• The pursuit of justice and the suppression of evil (represented by the ISID's operation against the Three-Eyed Cult).
• The use of power and influence (illustrated by Councilman Bamong's involvement with the Three-Eyed Cult and the ISID's treatment of him).
• The consequences of misdeeds (shown through the old butler's reaction to the ISID's discovery of cult items).

Character Interactions

• Bob and the ISID agents: Bob discovers and evades the agents, while they later rescue their colleagues but fail to capture Bob.
• Wu Ming and the ISID: Wu Ming uses the ISID's operation to track Makul, while the ISID is unaware of his presence.
• The ISID and Councilman Bamong: The ISID searches Bamong's manor, discovering evidence of his involvement with the Three-Eyed Cult.