Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Yuan follows her male counterpart to an internet cafe.
• She observes her male counterpart playing an online game with his in-game husband, Ye Huang (controlled by Su Yuan).
• A man attempts to assault Su Yuan in the restroom, but she defends herself and leaves the internet cafe.
• The next morning, Su Yuan intercepts the "extraterrestrial jade" that her male counterpart was about to buy from a Taoist priest, to determine if it's related to her transformation.

Character Developments

• Su Yuan demonstrates her combat skills and confidence when defending herself against the assaulter.
• She struggles with her moral compass and self-interest regarding her feelings for Ji Yehao and her decision to intercept the jade.

Significant Themes

• Self-discovery and identity (Su Yuan's exploration of her transformation and its cause).
• Moral dilemmas (Su Yuan's struggle between doing what's right and pursuing her own desires).
• The power dynamic between men and women (Su Yuan's experience with the assaulter and her encounter with the Taoist priest).

Character Interactions

• Su Yuan observes her male counterpart playing an online game with Ye Huang, leading to a nostalgic moment for her.
• She interacts with the assaulter in the restroom, demonstrating her ability to defend herself.
• Su Yuan engages with the Taoist priest, ultimately purchasing the jade from him.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Yuan buys a jade from the Young Taoist Priest, which is recognized by the male Su Yuan as worthless.
• Su Yuan decides to help the male Su Yuan find a girlfriend.
• Su Yuan visits Xia Linfei, leading to a fight due to Xia Linfei's suspicion. After revealing her identity, they have a conversation about the future and the spatial rift.
• Su Yuan plans to explore Old Man Gu's laboratory with Xia Linfei in a few days.

Character Developments

• Su Yuan: Shows determination to help the male Su Yuan find a girlfriend and explores her own transformation.
• Xia Linfei: Suspicious of Su Yuan's identity initially, but accepts her story after the fight. She's curious about Su Yuan's transformation.

Significant Themes

• Transformation and identity: Su Yuan's transformation from male to female and her exploration of her own transformation.
• Trust and suspicion: Xia Linfei's initial suspicion of Su Yuan and her eventual acceptance of her story.

Character Interactions

• Su Yuan and the male Su Yuan: They interact briefly, with Su Yuan deciding to help him find a girlfriend.
• Su Yuan and Xia Linfei: They engage in a fight due to Xia Linfei's suspicion, but after Su Yuan reveals her identity, they have a serious conversation about their shared future.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Yuan (female) lures and kidnaps Su Yuan (male) using a potion and a ruse.
• She takes him to an abandoned factory and ties him up.
• She attempts to... "play" with him, but stops suddenly and falls asleep, leaving him frustrated.
• The next morning, Su Yuan (female) finds him awake and they have a brief conversation.

Character Developments

• Su Yuan (female): She is cunning, determined, and somewhat sadistic, enjoying toying with her other self. She seems to have a hidden agenda, possibly related to the transformation at 1:30 AM.
• Su Yuan (male): He is initially confident and even fantasizes about a romantic encounter. However, once kidnapped, he becomes fearful, resentful, and desperate, feeling wronged and humiliated.

Significant Themes

• Identity and Self-Discovery: The theme of identity is explored through the interaction of two individuals with the same name and appearance but different personalities.
• Power Dynamics: The power dynamics between the two are evident, with the female Su Yuan holding all the power, while the male Su Yuan is helpless and vulnerable.
• Humiliation and Revenge: The female Su Yuan seems driven by a desire for revenge or humiliation, possibly stemming from past experiences with her other self.

Character Interactions

• The interaction between the two Su Yuans is tense and filled with resentment, with the female Su Yuan enjoying her power over the male Su Yuan.
• The male Su Yuan is initially confident but becomes desperate and pleading as the situation worsens.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Yuan, a female, is holding a male version of herself captive in a factory.
• She teases and humiliates him, but also provides him with food and promises to handle his make-up exam.
• She leaves to take the make-up exam herself, disguised as a boy.
• Upon returning, she finds the male Su Yuan upset and discovers he's been crying.

Character Developments

• Female Su Yuan: Shows a mix of sadistic and caring behavior towards the male version of herself. She's resourceful, confident, and has a hidden agenda.
• Male Su Yuan: Initially defiant, he becomes more resigned to his situation. He's intelligent, proud, and has a strong sense of dignity.

Significant Themes

• Identity and self-discovery: Both characters are grappling with their identities and the fact that they are two versions of the same person.
• Power dynamics: The female Su Yuan holds power over the male Su Yuan, but she also shows moments of care and consideration.
• Humiliation and dignity: The male Su Yuan is repeatedly humiliated, but he maintains a strong sense of dignity.

Character Interactions

• The interactions between the two Su Yuans are complex. They're both attracted to and repulsed by each other. The female Su Yuan teases and humiliates the male Su Yuan, but also shows moments of concern and care. The male Su Yuan initially resists, but becomes more resigned to his situation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Yuan discovers that Su Mengyuan has transformed into a girl, not due to the jade, but because of an inherent ability.
• Su Yuan reveals her true identity as Su Mengyuan from the future, explaining her time-traveling journey and the events that led to her transformation.
• Su Mengyuan struggles to accept her new identity as a girl and the possibility of not transforming back.
• Su Yuan and Su Mengyuan compare their physical transformations, noting a pinkish-red mark on their chests.

Character Developments

• Su Yuan (Su Mengmei): Becomes more empathetic and understanding towards Su Mengyuan, her past self. She accepts her identity as a girl and advises Su Mengyuan to do the same.
• Su Mengyuan: Struggles with her new identity as a girl, feeling resentment towards her future self. She begins to accept her transformation but still has reservations.

Significant Themes

• Identity: Both characters grapple with their new identities and the implications of transformation.
• Acceptance: The theme of accepting one's circumstances and adapting to change is prevalent.
• Self-discovery: Both characters learn more about themselves and their bodies, leading to self-acceptance.

Character Interactions

• Su Yuan and Su Mengyuan: Their relationship evolves from hostility to understanding and acceptance. They support each other through their shared experience of transformation.
• Su Yuan's guidance: She provides advice and support to Su Mengyuan, helping her accept her new identity as a girl.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Mengyuan and Su Yuan leave the factory, and Su Yuan reveals she bought a car, shocking Su Mengyuan.
• They go to the hospital for a check-up, and Su Yuan teases Su Mengyuan about her attitude.
• Su Yuan buys clothes for Su Mengyuan, all of which are women's or androgynous styles.
• They have dinner at Century Garden and return to their room. Su Yuan holds Su Mengyuan, and they share secrets.
• In the middle of the night, Su Mengyuan has a fever, and Su Yuan realizes time has jumped back by 3 hours and 49 minutes.
• Su Yuan suspects the missing time in the Solar System could be due to an immature [Rewind] ability.

Character Developments

• Su Mengyuan: Becomes more accepting of her new female body and starts to understand her family situation better. She also experiences her first sleep paralysis nightmare.
• Su Yuan: Realizes the importance of Su Mengyuan to her and becomes more protective. She also discovers the potential connection between her [Rewind] ability and the missing time in the Solar System.

Significant Themes

• Identity and self-discovery: Both sisters are exploring their new identities and relationships.
• Time manipulation: The mysterious time jump hints at the potential power and consequences of time manipulation.
• Sisterly bond: Their bond deepens as they spend more time together, share secrets, and support each other.

Character Interactions

• Su Mengyuan and Su Yuan: Their relationship evolves from initial hostility to mutual understanding and support. They tease each other, share secrets, and show concern for one another's well-being.
• Su Mengyuan and Doctor Li: The doctor examines Su Mengyuan and asks her questions about her health and recent changes.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Yuan and Su Mengyuan start their first day at Binhe Institute of Technology.
• Su Yuan and Xia Linfei travel to Old Man Gu's abandoned laboratory in Pan Ao to retrieve experimental data.
• They find the laboratory in disrepair, with most equipment unusable and materials expired.
• They discover a tin box containing over a hundred volumes of experimental record books.

Character Developments

• Su Yuan demonstrates her resourcefulness and determination in retrieving the experimental data.
• Xia Linfei shows her quick thinking in creating a believable identity for them.

Significant Themes

• The importance of scientific records and data over equipment and materials.
• The value of old scientists' knowledge and dedication to their field.

Character Interactions

• Su Yuan and Xia Linfei work together to navigate the challenges of the abandoned laboratory.
• They encounter an old man who helps them find Old Man Gu's house and provides context about the village's history.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Yuan and Xia Linfei retrieve experimental record books from Old Man Gu's laboratory.
• They return to the Su Family residence in Longmen Residential Area.
• Su Caiwei arrives and meets Su Yuan, who reveals her true identity and origins.
• Su Yuan and Xia Linfei begin studying Old Man Gu's experimental records, focusing on the first two sections: "Medium Exploration" and "Culture Optimization."

Character Developments

• Su Yuan: Confirms her identity to her mother, Su Caiwei, and begins delving into Old Man Gu's research.
• Xia Linfei: Assists Su Yuan in understanding and categorizing Old Man Gu's experimental records.
• Su Caiwei: Accepts Su Yuan's true identity and plans to visit Su Mengyuan in Binhe City.

Significant Themes

• Identity and self-discovery (Su Yuan's revelation to Su Caiwei).
• Research and scientific exploration (Old Man Gu's experiments and Su Yuan's study of them).

Character Interactions

• Su Yuan and Xia Linfei: Collaborate in studying Old Man Gu's experimental records.
• Su Yuan and Su Caiwei: Reunite, and Su Caiwei accepts Su Yuan's true identity.
• Su Caiwei and Su Mengyuan: Su Caiwei learns about Su Mengyuan's situation and plans to visit her.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Yuan and Xia Linfei travel to East China University of Technology to find Old Man Gu's missing lab notebooks.
• They discover that Old Man Gu's research began at East China Institute of Chemical Technology (now East China University of Technology) and likely spanned two decades.
• They meet a student who helps them find the administration building.

Character Developments

• Su Yuan: She shows determination in pursuing Old Man Gu's research and maintains a calm mindset despite potential setbacks.
• Xia Linfei: She demonstrates analytical skills in deducing the timeline and location of Old Man Gu's research.
• The student: He is initially distracted by Su Yuan's appearance but ultimately helps them find their way.

Significant Themes

• Perseverance: Old Man Gu's meticulous and persistent approach to his research is highlighted.
• The importance of research: East China University of Technology is portrayed as a research-oriented institution.
• The impact of the Cultural Revolution: Old Man Gu's research was likely influenced by the political climate of the time.

Character Interactions

• Su Yuan and Xia Linfei: They work together, with Xia Linfei providing insights and Su Yuan maintaining a level-headed approach.
• Su Yuan and the student: The student is momentarily distracted by Su Yuan's appearance but ultimately helps them find their way.
• The leaders of East China University of Technology: They are attentive to Su Yuan and Xia Linfei's visit due to the influence of the elder.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Yuan and Xia Linfei visit East China University of Technology to find Gu Shiguo's missing experimental records.
• The university president, despite his scholarly demeanor, is cooperative due to instructions from his superiors.
• They meet Director Liu, who worked with Gu Shiguo and knows about the missing records.

Character Developments

• Su Yuan remains composed despite her experiences, showing maturity and determination.
• The university president shows humility and cooperation, despite his high rank.
• Director Liu, though hesitant to disclose information, is willing to help once assured of no state secret involvement.

Significant Themes

• The importance of academic records and research in higher education.
• The delicate balance of power between university leadership and Party committees.
• The commercialization of academic research and the role of confidentiality agreements.

Character Interactions

• Su Yuan and Xia Linfei form a united front in their search for the records, showing mutual respect and support.
• The university president and Su Yuan/Xia Linfei exchange initial impressions and establish a cooperative relationship.
• Director Liu shares information with Su Yuan and Xia Linfei after being reassured about confidentiality.

Key Plot Points

• The group discovers a non-disclosure agreement preventing them from accessing Old Man Gu's research.
• They realize the investor who commissioned the research was extremely wealthy and likely Gao Peng, Su Yuan's father.
• Su Yuan confirms through Su Caiwei that Huaxin Technology has been annually funding East China University of Technology since 1993, likely due to Gao Peng's influence.
• Su Yuan hypothesizes that Old Man Gu's research might not have failed but instead resulted in findings that contradicted his professional knowledge, causing his collapse.

Character Developments

• Su Yuan becomes more determined to uncover the truth about her transformations and her father's involvement.
• Xia Linfei demonstrates her intelligence and resourcefulness in helping Su Yuan piece together the puzzle.
• Director Liu shows understanding and cooperation once he learns Su Yuan's identity.

Significant Themes

• The pursuit of truth and knowledge, even when it challenges established beliefs.
• The consequences of secrecy and non-disclosure in scientific research.
• The impact of wealth and power on research and academic institutions.

Character Interactions

• Su Yuan and Xia Linfei work together to unravel the mystery surrounding Old Man Gu's research.
• Su Yuan communicates with Su Caiwei to confirm the annual funding provided by Huaxin Technology to East China University of Technology.
• Director Liu interacts with Su Yuan and Xia Linfei, ultimately agreeing to help them access the research content given Su Yuan's identity.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Yuan's identity as Gao Peng's daughter is confirmed, rendering the non-disclosure agreement ineffective.
• Liu Zhenhua, the Chairman of Huaxin Technology, reveals the past experiments conducted on Su Yuan's cells by Old Man Gu.
• The cells cultured from Su Yuan's samples exhibited a collective death after a certain number of generations, contradicting Su Yuan's current survival.

Character Developments

• Liu Zhenhua: Reflects on his role as Chairman of Huaxin Technology and Su Caiwei's decision to become a mathematics teacher.
• Su Yuan: Confirms that the cells researched by Old Man Gu originated from her, leading to questions about her survival given the experimental results.
• Xia Linfei: Listens intently to Director Liu's account, trying to understand the experimental results and their implications for Su Yuan's condition.

Significant Themes

• Identity and heritage: Su Yuan's identity as Gao Peng's daughter is a central theme, affecting her life and the experiments conducted on her cells.
• Scientific exploration: The experiments conducted by Old Man Gu and his team highlight the challenges and setbacks in scientific research.
• Legacy and decision-making: Liu Zhenhua reflects on Su Caiwei's decision to leave her position at Huaxin Technology, raising questions about the consequences of one's choices.

Character Interactions

• Liu Zhenhua and Su Caiwei: Their relationship as confidants is explored through Liu Zhenhua's reflections on Su Caiwei's decisions and instructions.
• Su Yuan and Xia Linfei: They exchange bewildered glances upon learning about the collective death of the cells, highlighting their shared confusion and concern.
• Director Liu and the experimental team: Director Liu recounts the team's efforts and the challenges they faced during the experiments, emphasizing their collective work and dedication.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ji Yehao's in-game wife, "Little Fox," decides to quit the game due to her studies, and Ji Yehao decides to quit as well.
• Ji Yehao discovers his account has been hacked and used to level up his character and interact with "Little Fox."
• Ji Yehao changes his account password to prevent further access by the hacker.
• Ji Yehao meets Su Mengyuan on Jingyu Mountain, where they discuss their experiences and share personal thoughts.

Character Developments

• Ji Yehao: Struggles with the realization that his in-game wife has been using his account without his knowledge. He feels a mix of anger and betrayal, leading to a bout of depression. He also reflects on his own lack of willpower in quitting the game.
• Su Mengyuan: Reveals her sensitivity to the cold, hinting at physical changes she's experiencing. She also expresses her desire to maintain her masculinity despite her increasingly feminine appearance.

Significant Themes

• The duality of online and offline life, and the blurred line between the two.
• The struggle between willpower and temptation, as seen in Ji Yehao's and Su Mengyuan's experiences with quitting games and maintaining personal identity.
• The exploration of gender norms and societal expectations, as Su Mengyuan grapples with her increasingly feminine appearance.

Character Interactions

• Ji Yehao and Su Mengyuan: Their conversation on Jingyu Mountain reveals their growing closeness and comfort with each other. They tease and banter, sharing personal thoughts and experiences, further strengthening their bond.
• Ji Yehao and "Little Fox": Despite Ji Yehao's initial acceptance of "Little Fox's" decision to quit the game, he feels betrayed and angry upon discovering she has been using his account. This leads to a rift in their online relationship.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Mengyuan receives a call from her sister (Su Yuan) and leaves to meet her.
• Su Mengyuan has a brief altercation with a girl at the cafeteria, leading to a heated exchange.
• Su Yuan and Xia Linfei return from Shanghai, where they gathered information about the transformation's cause.
• Su Yuan and Xia Linfei reveal that the transformation was due to research conducted on Su Mengyuan's cells by Professor Gu Shiguo (Old Man Gu), commissioned by Su Mengyuan's father.

Character Developments

• Su Mengyuan: Shows a playful and flirtatious nature, but also displays anger and determination when provoked.
• Su Yuan: Teases Su Mengyuan but shows genuine affection and concern for her. She is determined to uncover the truth about the transformation.
• Xia Linfei: Remains objective and professional, providing detailed information about the research.

Significant Themes

• Identity and self-discovery: Su Mengyuan struggles to understand the cause of her transformation and her new identity as a woman.
• Regret: Professor Gu Shiguo regrets not informing Su Mengyuan's mother about his findings before falling ill.

Character Interactions

• Su Mengyuan and Su Yuan: Their relationship is playful yet affectionate, with Su Yuan teasing Su Mengyuan and Su Mengyuan responding with exasperation.
• Su Mengyuan and the girl at the cafeteria: Their encounter highlights Su Mengyuan's quick wit and ability to stand up for herself.
• Su Yuan and Xia Linfei: They work together to uncover the truth about the transformation, showing a strong partnership and mutual respect.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The author confirms the novel is nearing its end and will focus on Su Yuan's transformation and conclusion in the remaining chapters.
• The next volume will aim for a systematic conclusion, tying up all worldlines.
• The author reveals the estimated total length of the novels is around 1.3 to 1.4 million characters, which is on track with their initial estimate.

Character Developments

• Su Yuan's transformation and conclusion will be the focus of the upcoming chapters.

Significant Themes

• The theme of worldlines and their rules, which dictate that the more complex the plot, the more singular the "result" becomes.
• The concept of a bent steel wire, representing the author's control over the plot development, with a clear beginning and end despite complex twists and turns.

Character Interactions

• Not explicitly detailed in this chapter, but interactions between characters are expected to intensify as the plot reaches its climax.

Additional Notes

• The author recommends the anime Steins;Gate as a reference for an entertainment work with the theme of worldlines.
• The author mentions the process of discarding multiple endings due to logical contradictions and settling on a unique ending, likening it to solving a math problem.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Yuan believes Old Man Gu discovered a secret related to her transformation.
• Su Yuan finds experimental records that might reveal this secret.
• Su Yuan accompanies Su Mengyuan to watch a basketball game, causing a stir on the school forum.
• Su Yuan returns home and seeks information from Alaya about spatial rifts, the Kuocang Mountain Base, xk1992, and the country across the ocean.
• Alaya reports an anomaly in the star map observed by major astronomical observatories, indicating a time rewind from 3:23 AM on September 6th to 11:34 PM on September 5th.

Character Developments

• Su Yuan becomes more proactive in investigating her past and the truth behind her transformation.
• Su Mengyuan struggles to maintain her low profile after Su Yuan's public appearance at the basketball game.
• Alaya's intelligence and computational abilities have significantly improved.

Significant Themes

• The pursuit of truth and understanding one's past.
• The consequences of one's actions on others (Su Yuan's presence at the game causes trouble for Su Mengyuan).
• The power of technology and intelligence (Alaya's enhanced capabilities).

Character Interactions

• Su Yuan and Su Mengyuan's relationship deepens as they spend more time together.
• Su Yuan interacts with Alaya, seeking information and utilizing her enhanced capabilities.
• Su Yuan, Su Caiwei, and Xia Linfei work together in the basement, indicating a strengthening bond among them.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The moon is not yet full, and dark clouds hint at approaching rain.
• Su Yuan has solved the mystery of the missing time but not the spatial rifts.
• News about Kuocang Mountain Base, xk1992, and a foreign country are considered normal compared to the spatial rifts.
• Su Yuan discusses the nature of consciousness and self, using the example of a man transforming into a woman.
• She contemplates humanity's future and decides to intervene in the power struggles.
• Su Yuan's identity as Su Mengmei is officially recognized, and she starts reading "The Future Reincarnation."
• Xia Linfei visits Su Yuan and discusses the concept of trigger factors causing different futures.

Character Developments

• Su Yuan: She has advanced her mental state and now considers humanity's future path from a broader perspective. She decides to intervene in the power struggles and is reading a book about reincarnation.
• Xia Linfei: He is thinking about the causes of different futures and visits Su Yuan to discuss his ideas.

Significant Themes

• The insignificance of human conflicts in the vast galaxy.
• The nature of consciousness and self.
• The concept of trigger factors causing different futures.
• The idea of reincarnation and navigating the real world.

Character Interactions

• Su Yuan and Alaya: Su Yuan instructs Alaya to monitor the actions of both sides and intervene at the appropriate time.
• Su Yuan and Xia Linfei: They discuss the concept of trigger factors causing different futures.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xia Linfei and Su Yuan discuss the cause of the spatial rifts.
• Xia Linfei realizes she's the trigger for the changes between Worldline a=1.2 and a=0.8.
• They deduce that Su Yuan's [Rewind] ability might be linked to the spatial collapse.
• They consider and dismiss the idea of Su Yuan's death as a solution.

Character Developments

• Xia Linfei: Realizes her role as a trigger for worldline changes, remains calm and analytical.
• Su Yuan: Struggles with the possibility that her [Rewind] ability causes the disaster, initially suggests her own death as a solution, but later shows reluctance.

Significant Themes

• Cause and effect: The characters grapple with understanding the root cause of the spatial rifts.
• Responsibility: Xia Linfei and Su Yuan consider their roles in the disaster and the potential solutions.
• Sacrifice: The idea of Su Yuan's death is briefly considered as a solution.

Character Interactions

• Xia Linfei and Su Yuan: They engage in a serious discussion, with Xia Linfei guiding Su Yuan through the logical deductions. Their dynamic is one of mutual respect and concern for each other's well-being.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The crux of the problem is limiting the ability of [Rewind] to prevent world collapse.
• Su Yuan and Xia Linfei analyze Old Man Gu's experimental records to understand [Rewind].
• They discover that Old Man Gu found peculiar organelles in cells, which might be related to [Rewind].

Character Developments

• Su Yuan is determined to find a solution to [Rewind] but is also realistic about the possibility of sacrificing herself.
• Xia Linfei is dedicated to helping Su Yuan decipher Old Man Gu's research.

Significant Themes

• The double-edged sword nature of [Rewind], bringing both benefits and drawbacks.
• The race against time to find a solution before the world collapses.
• The importance of perseverance and determination in the face of uncertainty.

Character Interactions

• Su Yuan and Xia Linfei work closely together, immersing themselves in Old Man Gu's research.
• They share a sense of urgency and determination to find a solution to [Rewind].

Key Plot Points and Events

• The chapter introduces the concept of organelles in cells and the Endosymbiotic Theory, which suggests that organelles were once independent cells that formed symbiotic relationships with larger cells.
• Su Yuan suspects that the two organelles discovered in Old Man Gu's research might be similar entities with their own structures and genetic material.
• On December 9th, Su Yuan and Xia Linfei travel to Phoenix Mountain to wait for a possible time machine arrival, as Su Yuan had previously traveled to her original world on this date.

Character Developments

• Su Yuan has been studying biotechnology and understands Old Man Gu's experimental thinking better.
• Xia Linfei has built three Worldline Sniffers, confirming the current worldline value as α=1.00106, indicating a bright future for Su Yuan.

Significant Themes

• The chapter explores the theme of evolution and adaptation, both in the context of cellular organelles and the potential evolution of the worldline.
• The concept of time travel and its consequences on worldlines is a central theme.

Character Interactions

• Su Yuan and Xia Linfei work together to confirm the current worldline value and wait for a possible time machine arrival.
• Su Yuan's interactions with Xia Linfei show a level of camaraderie and shared purpose, with both characters supporting each other in their goals.