Ch. 61Conflict, New Student Gathering
Key Plot Points and Events
- Qin Yuan, a new student, arrives at his dorm and encounters Zhuang Bi, an arrogant Intermediate Level mage, who picks a fight with him.
- Qin Yuan, also an Intermediate Level mage, defeats Zhuang Bi with a single kick, then forces him to kowtow and record a video, threatening to post it online.
- Qin Yuan attends a new student assembly for the Summoning System department, where he meets his fellow students and department head, Jiang Yunming.
Character Developments
- Qin Yuan: Shows his strength and ruthlessness when provoked, but remains calm and collected. He is confident in his abilities and doesn't fear Zhuang Bi's background.
- Zhuang Bi: Proves to be arrogant and hot-headed, underestimating Qin Yuan's strength. After his defeat, he vows revenge but is cautious about protecting his reputation.
- Chen Wenxin and others: They are shocked by Qin Yuan's strength and remain neutral in the conflict between him and Zhuang Bi.
Significant Themes
- Strength and Power Dynamics: In the dormitory setting, strength is seen as the ultimate rule. Qin Yuan's display of power earns him respect, while Zhuang Bi's defeat leads to a loss of face.
- Reputation and Face: Zhuang Bi values his reputation and is more concerned about erasing the video of his defeat than seeking immediate revenge, showing the importance of 'face' in this society.
Character Interactions
- Qin Yuan vs. Zhuang Bi: Their interaction is hostile, with Zhuang Bi picking a fight and Qin Yuan responding with force, setting up a rivalry between them.
- Qin Yuan and Chen Wenxin's group: They remain neutral in the conflict, showing respect to Qin Yuan after seeing his strength but not openly aligning with him.
- Qin Yuan and Jiang Yunming: They share a friendly nod, indicating a positive relationship between them as department head and student.