Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Sky Peng Horizontal departs for Cizhou territory to pick up Zong Rulin's and Yue Pengju's families.
• Zong Rulin's and Yue Pengju's families board the ship smoothly, with the "Biochemical Medical Pod" treating Yue Pengju's condition.
• Wang Dong contacts the Wang Jujun couple, informing them of Zong Rulin's decision to cooperate with the Black Stone Kingdom's conquest of the New Song Kingdom.
• The Wang Jujun couple express surprise and approval of the revised plan, which involves Zong Rulin directly requesting aid from the Black Stone Kingdom, reducing their own responsibilities.

Character Developments

• Mingzhi Guangxiu shows trust in Wang Dong and Xu Zhenzhi's judgment regarding Zong Rulin.
• Zong Rulin demonstrates loyalty to the Black Stone Kingdom by choosing to cooperate with their plans.
• Yue Pengju's condition improves significantly after treatment in the "Biochemical Medical Pod."
• Wang Jujun and his wife show enthusiasm for the revised plan, indicating their confidence in the Black Stone Kingdom's success.
• Li Wenyu's role becomes less crucial due to the revised plan, but his loyalty and attitude towards the Black Stone Kingdom are highlighted.

Significant Themes

• Trust and Loyalty: Characters show trust in each other's judgment and decisions, leading to cooperation and alliance-building.
• Loyalty and Service: Characters demonstrate loyalty to their chosen sides, with Zong Rulin and Li Wenyu showing dedication to the Black Stone Kingdom.
• Strategic Planning: The characters engage in strategic planning and adjustments to maximize their chances of success in the conquest of the New Song Kingdom.

Character Interactions

• Mingzhi Guangxiu and Liu Zhi discuss their plans and decisions regarding Zong Rulin and Yue Pengju's families.
• Wang Dong communicates with the Wang Jujun couple, updating them on the situation and gaining their approval for the revised plan.
• Wang Jujun and his wife express their surprise and joy at Zong Rulin's decision, reflecting their confidence in the Black Stone Kingdom's victory.
• Wang Dong and the Wang Jujun couple discuss the merits and implications of the revised plan, showing their understanding of the situation and each other's roles.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Black Stone Kingdom, flourishing and expanding, sends aid to the New Song Kingdom upon King Zong Rulin's request.
• The Black Stone Kingdom's response is swift and official, making them the first to react to Zong Rulin's call for help.

Character Developments

• Wang Dong, a high-ranking official in the Black Stone Kingdom, demonstrates strategic thinking and confidence in the kingdom's capabilities.
• King Zong Rulin of the New Song Kingdom is portrayed as desperate and willing to take risks to stabilize his kingdom's situation.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics within the Changpan River System, with the central disk area nations being the true powers.
• The risks and rewards of intervention in the New Song Kingdom's civil war.
• The Black Stone Kingdom's ambition and confidence in its capabilities.

Character Interactions

• Wang Dong and Wang Jujun discuss the plan to aid the New Song Kingdom, showing a brotherly and professional relationship.
• The Black Stone Kingdom's response to King Zong Rulin's request for aid, indicating a willingness to engage in the conflict and potentially gain influence in the Changpan River System.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Three more nations, besides the Black Stone Kingdom, respond to Zong Rulin's call for aid against the New Song Kingdom.
• The Black Stone Kingdom sends a massive fleet, over 100,000 Kindling Warships with 70 Star Destroyers, through the Changpan Star Gate, entering the New Song Kingdom's territory.
• The Black Stone Kingdom secures control of the Changpan Star Gate and surrounding areas, marking the first step in conquering the New Song Kingdom.

Character Developments

• Zong Rulin is praised for his cunning and wisdom in requesting aid from eight nations to lower the Royal Alliance's guard against the Black Stone Kingdom.
• Wang Dong shows no concern about the Black Stone Kingdom's high-profile intervention, indicating their newfound stability and confidence.

Significant Themes

• The Black Stone Kingdom's rise to power and influence in the Changpan River System.
• The use of personal connections and strategic alliances to achieve political goals.
• The impact of the Black Stone Kingdom's intervention on the balance of power in the region.

Character Interactions

• Liu Zhi, Xu Zhenzhi, Shi Zunhou, and Wu Baiyi discuss the Black Stone Kingdom's actions and the responses from other nations.
• Wang Dong and Wang Jujun work together to facilitate the Black Stone Kingdom's intervention in the New Song Kingdom.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Black Stone Kingdom intervenes in the New Song Kingdom, seizing control of the Changpan Star Gate and relieving the Royal Alliance.
• Zong Rulin issues a second public proclamation, pressuring the Royal Alliance to send reinforcements to the Snow-like Defense Line.
• The Black Stone Kingdom takes over the rear of the Royal Alliance, implementing military control, relocating the ruling class, and distributing economic benefits to citizens.
• Within 20 days, 86 administrative planets complete forced relocation, and no significant armed rebellions occur.

Character Developments

• Wang Dong demonstrates strategic prowess and decisiveness in seizing control of the New Song Kingdom.
• Zong Rulin shows political acumen by issuing a manifesto that pressures the Royal Alliance and solidifies his command.
• The Royal Alliance members are depicted as disorganized and ineffective, with some attempting to form alliances but failing due to the Black Stone Kingdom's military control.

Significant Themes

• Power Dynamics: The chapter explores the shifting power dynamics between the Black Stone Kingdom, the Royal Alliance, and the New Song Kingdom, with the Black Stone Kingdom emerging as the dominant force.
• Manipulation and Control: The Black Stone Kingdom uses Zong Rulin's manifesto to manipulate the Royal Alliance and control the narrative, while also implementing strict military control to maintain order.
• Citizen Response: The ordinary citizens of the New Song Kingdom show reduced resistance to the change of ruling class due to the economic benefits they receive.

Character Interactions

• Wang Dong and Mada interact as superior and subordinate, with Wang Dong issuing orders and Mada executing them.
• Zong Rulin and the Black Stone Kingdom cooperate to pressure the Royal Alliance and establish a new order in the New Song Kingdom.
• The Royal Alliance members interact with each other in attempts to form alliances but face difficulties due to the Black Stone Kingdom's military control.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wang Dong decides not to let the original vested interest classes leave the New Song Kingdom, choosing to eliminate them due to their troublemaking nature and the potential long-term issues.
• Zong Rulin, with reinforcements, successfully defends the Snow-like Defense Line, outnumbering the Spokesperson for the Three Powers faction.
• The Spokesperson for the Three Powers faction retreats and begins constructing defensive positions, switching from offense to defense.
• Yue Pengju's viral infection is cured, but his damaged nervous system may not fully recover, limiting his mobility.

Character Developments

• Wang Dong demonstrates decisive leadership and strategic thinking.
• Yue Pengju's condition improves, but his full recovery is uncertain.
• Zong Rulin proves his military prowess and loyalty to Wang Dong.

Significant Themes

• The consequences of past actions and inaction (Wang Dong's decision regarding the original vested interest classes, Yue Pengju's condition).
• The importance of strategic thinking and adaptability (Wang Dong's decisions, the Spokesperson for the Three Powers faction's retreat).
• The impact of physical limitations on potential (Yue Pengju's condition).

Character Interactions

• Wang Dong and Zong Rulin: Wang Dong trusts Zong Rulin's military capabilities, and Zong Rulin proves his worth.
• Wang Dong and Yue Pengju: Wang Dong expresses regret about Yue Pengju's condition but remains hopeful for his future.
• Wang Dong and Gao Luanqin: Wang Dong seeks updates on Yue Pengju's condition from Gao Luanqin.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Black Stone Kingdom has successfully expanded into the New Song Kingdom's territory, establishing de facto rule.
• The Sky Peng Horizontal, with Wang Dong's approval, enters a new otherworldly battlefield, seeking opponents at Level 10 Otherworldly Civilizations or Level 11 Otherworldly Legendary creatures to obtain Civilization Points and Luck Points for evolution.

Character Developments

• Mingzhi Guangxiu feels excited about the Black Stone Kingdom's expansion and the potential benefits for the Sky Peng Horizontal.
• Shi Zunhou, eager for combat, suggests entering the otherworldly battlefield.
• Wang Dong, considering the Sky Peng Horizontal's recent evolution, decides to enter the otherworldly battlefield to obtain resources for further evolution.

Significant Themes

• Expansion and Evolution: The Black Stone Kingdom's expansion and the Sky Peng Horizontal's evolution are the primary driving forces of the plot.
• Resource Acquisition: Both the kingdom and the ship seek resources (territory and otherworldly opponents, respectively) to grow stronger.
• Risk vs. Reward: Wang Dong weighs the risks and potential benefits of entering the otherworldly battlefield.

Character Interactions

• Wang Dong consults with Shi Zunhou and Mingzhi Guangxiu about entering the otherworldly battlefield, showing his willingness to consider others' opinions.
• Shi Zunhou's eagerness for combat contrasts with Wang Dong's calculated approach, highlighting their different personalities.
• Mingzhi Guangxiu's excitement about the kingdom's expansion shows his loyalty and enthusiasm for the Black Stone Kingdom's cause.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Sky Peng Horizontal arrives at an Administrative Galaxy with no signs of generative activity.
• Civilizational creations exhibit severe mutations: space factories grow tentacles and scales, space farms have bleeding vegetation and clawed plants, and planets show ominous halos and tentacles.
• The group decides to wait for the 'Abyss Eye' to complete preliminary detection before proceeding.
• Xu Zhenzhi recognizes the phenomenon as similar to an anomaly caused by a Legendary race called the 'Old Ones'.

Character Developments

• Wang Guannan and Gao Luanqin express unease and seek comfort in each other's company.
• Liu Zhi suggests caution and waiting for more information.
• Xu Zhenzhi recalls and shares information about the 'Old Ones'.
• Wu Baiyi initially considers retreating but agrees to wait for more information.
• Gao Luanqin and Mingzhi Guangxiu express surprise and ask questions about the 'Old Ones'.

Significant Themes

• The unknown and the alien.
• The consequences of encountering a Legendary race.
• The importance of caution and gathering information before acting.

Character Interactions

• Wang Guannan and Gao Luanqin seek comfort in each other's company.
• Liu Zhi, Xu Zhenzhi, and Wu Baiyi discuss and decide on a course of action.
• Gao Luanqin and Mingzhi Guangxiu express curiosity and ask questions about the 'Old Ones'.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Sky Peng Horizontal arrives at an Administrative Galaxy with no signs of life or activity.
• Civilization constructs (mining bases, Space Factories, space farms) exhibit severe mutations, such as tentacles, scales, and fluorescent plants.
• Planets show bizarre phenomena like tentacles wrapping around moons and ominous halos.
• The group decides to wait for the Abyss Eye's preliminary detection before proceeding.
• Xu Zhenzhi recognizes the mutations as similar to those caused by a Legendary race called the 'Old Ones'.

Character Developments

• Wang Guannan and Gao Luanqin show concern for each other's safety.
• Xu Zhenzhi demonstrates knowledge of historical events and Legendary races.
• Wu Baiyi shows caution and willingness to listen to others' suggestions.

Significant Themes

• The unknown and its potential dangers.
• The peculiarity and unpredictability of Legendary races.
• The importance of knowledge and information in dealing with the unknown.

Character Interactions

• Wang Guannan and Gao Luanqin display camaraderie and mutual support.
• Xu Zhenzhi shares his knowledge, contributing to the group's understanding of the situation.
• Wu Baiyi considers others' opinions, showing leadership and teamwork.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The team learns about the 'Old Ones,' a bizarre race born from the spiritual plane, feeding on negative emotions, and causing mass mental breakdown and death upon maturity.
• The galaxy they're in is enveloped in an ominous atmosphere, with mutation phenomena throughout, but no 'Old One' is visible.
• The Battle Report reveals the otherworldly civilization is the Rune Civilization, a Level 9 interstellar civilization, which surprisingly hasn't gone extinct despite the apparent 'Old Ones' influence.

Character Developments

• Wang Guannan demonstrates her knowledge of biology and deduces the 'Old Ones'' growth process.
• Gao Luanqin explains the 'Old Ones'' impact on civilizations and their Legendary status.
• Shi Zunhou boosts morale with his enthusiasm for battle, despite the fearsome opponent.
• Liu Zhi notices the suppression of their technology in this galaxy.

Significant Themes

• The bizarre and terrifying nature of the 'Old Ones.'
• The resilience of the Rune Civilization in the face of the 'Old Ones'' influence.
• The team's determination to face this powerful opponent.

Character Interactions

• Wang Guannan and Gao Luanqin work together to understand and explain the 'Old Ones.'
• Shi Zunhou's enthusiasm contrasts with Wu Baiyi's exasperation, lightening the mood.
• Liu Zhi's observation leads to a discussion about the Rune Civilization's survival.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Rune Civilization, a powerful Level 9 civilization, faces a disaster due to the spread of the Cthulhu ideology.
• The ideology causes members to perceive a colossal Cthulhu beast, leading to mental abnormalities and mutated beings.
• The civilization tries to eradicate the ideology but fails, as the Cthulhu beast continues to grow and spread.
• The Rune Civilization seeks help from a Level 9 religious civilization, the 'Lady of the Night', to counter the Cthulhu beast's influence.
• The 'Lady of the Night' warns that the Cthulhu beast will mature and descend into the material world.
• The Rune Civilization decides to adopt the 'Lady of the Night' as their religion to escape the Cthulhu beast's threat.

Character Developments

• The Cthulhu beast, a member of the 'Old Ones' race, grows and evolves, threatening the Rune Civilization's survival.
• The high-ranking officials of the Rune Civilization become more desperate and determined to save their civilization, ultimately deciding to convert to a new religion.

Significant Themes

• The power of belief and ideology, both positive (the 'Lady of the Night') and negative (Cthulhu).
• The consequences of unchecked spiritual pollution and its impact on civilization.
• The struggle for survival and the lengths a civilization will go to ensure its continuance.

Character Interactions

• The Rune Civilization's high-ranking officials interact with various advanced civilizations in search of a solution.
• The 'Lady of the Night' communicates with the Rune Civilization, offering help and warning them about the Cthulhu beast's true nature.

• Key Plot Points: The Rune Civilization, facing a Level 11 Cthulhu Beast, seeks help from the 'Lady of the Night', a Level 9 Deity Creature. Despite her assistance, the Cthulhu Beast matures and destroys the Rune Civilization, leaving only a few survivors. A warship from another universe arrives, potentially bringing change.
• Character Developments: The Rune Civilization's resilience is tested, with survivors either seeking help elsewhere or staying to maintain their territory's claim. The 'Lady of the Night' uses her 'Stealth' ability to protect a few followers. The Cthulhu Beast shows signs of awakening, threatening the remaining survivors.
• Significant Themes: Resilience in the face of overwhelming odds, the cost of evolution for powerful races, the unpredictability of religious civilizations, and the potential for external intervention.
• Character Interactions: The Rune Civilization interacts with the 'Lady of the Night', seeking her help. Survivors band together to fight the Cthulhu Beast's dependents. The arrival of the warship from another universe hints at potential interaction with new entities.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The group discusses the possibility of some retainers of the Cthulhu Beast (Old Ones) having retained self-awareness due to their origin from the Rune Civilization.
• They hypothesize that these retainers might have gone easy on the survivors of the Rune Civilization, contrary to the Cthulhu Beast's orders.
• Liu Zhi successfully deciphers the repeatedly broadcast messages from the survivors of the Rune Civilization.

Character Developments

• Mingzhi Guangxiu shows analytical skills by presenting a bold hypothesis about the retainers' self-awareness.
• Gao Luanqin demonstrates open-mindedness, accepting that their common sense might not apply in the vast and mysterious universe.
• Liu Zhi exhibits perseverance and ingenuity in deciphering the Rune Civilization's language, utilizing Wang Guannan's data collection efforts.

Significant Themes

• The vastness and mystery of the universe, where phenomena defying common sense are frequent.
• The importance of experience and practice over book knowledge or preconceived notions in deep space exploration.
• The superiority of Kindling Warships as instruments of Civilization over ordinary warships.

Character Interactions

• Mingzhi Guangxiu and Gao Luanqin engage in a back-and-forth discussion, deducing a logically closed loop of reasoning.
• Wang Dong and Liu Zhi collaborate, with Wang Dong understanding Liu Zhi's efforts and Liu Zhi attributing his success to Wang Guannan's data collection.
• Shi Zunhou eagerly awaits the deciphered messages, showing impatience to learn their contents.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Sky Peng Horizontal receives a looped broadcast from the Rune Civilization, containing two maxims expressing their values and defiance.
• The crew discusses the possible motives behind the broadcast and the fate of the Rune Civilization.
• Despite being in the Rune Civilization's territory, there's no trace of the Cthulhu Beast or its Retainers, leaving the crew puzzled about their next move.

Character Developments

• Liu Zhi uses his Special Ability to translate the broadcast content.
• Shi Zunhou and Wu Baiyi discuss the possible meanings behind the broadcast.
• Gao Luanqin suggests the broadcast could be a form of self-motivation for the Rune Civilization survivors.
• Wang Guannan expresses regret for the Rune Civilization's fate.
• Wu Baiyi brings the crew back to the main issue at hand: finding the Cthulhu Beast.

Significant Themes

• The resilience and defiance of the Rune Civilization in the face of extinction.
• The struggle between civilizations and the Old Ones.
• The challenge of facing a powerful, elusive enemy like the Cthulhu Beast.

Character Interactions

• Liu Zhi and Shi Zunhou exchange banter about Liu Zhi's abilities.
• The crew members discuss and share their thoughts on the situation, showing unity and respect for each other's insights.
• Wu Baiyi brings the group back to the main objective, demonstrating his leadership and focus.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Sky Peng Horizontal encounters a looping broadcast of two parts: the tenets of the Rune Civilization.
• The crew discusses the purpose behind the broadcast and the fate of the Rune Civilization.
• They struggle to find any trace of the target, the Cthulhu Beast, or its Retainers.
• The crew realizes they're at a loss for what to do next, as the usual approach of fighting upon entering an otherworldly battlefield doesn't apply here.

Character Developments

• Liu Zhi demonstrates his translation abilities and discusses the potential impact of mental pollution from the Cthulhu Beast on their equipment.
• Shi Zunhou expresses suspicion about Liu Zhi's abilities but later accepts his explanation.
• Mingzhi Guangxiu leads the discussion on the potential clues within the galaxy and the capabilities of the Sky Peng Horizontal.

Significant Themes

• The resilience and despair of the Rune Civilization survivors.
• The struggle to find purpose and direction in an unfamiliar and overwhelming situation.
• The impact of mental pollution on technology and abilities.

Character Interactions

• Liu Zhi and Shi Zunhou have a brief argument, but Liu Zhi maintains his composure and professionalism.
• Mingzhi Guangxiu takes the lead in discussing the situation, showing his analytical and strategic thinking.
• The crew works together to brainstorm solutions, demonstrating their collective intelligence and commitment to their mission.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Gao Luanqin realizes that the Old Ones' forced slumber state is not a racial flaw but a protective measure due to their unstable state between material and spiritual planes.
• The group discusses strategies to awaken the Cthulhu Beast, deciding to mimic the actions of the Rune Civilization survivors to hasten its awakening.
• They deduce that the Rune Civilization survivors are responsible for broadcasting advice on the galaxy's communication channels, providing a lead to contact them.

Character Developments

• Gao Luanqin demonstrates her analytical skills and quick thinking.
• Wang Guannan shows enthusiasm and adaptability.
• Wu Baiyi exhibits strategic thinking and leadership.
• Shi Zunhou displays initial confusion but eventually understands the group's plan.
• Lieba, despite his size, shows intelligence and quick comprehension.

Significant Themes

• The power and unpredictability of the Old Ones.
• The importance of adaptability and quick thinking in facing unknown situations.
• The value of teamwork and shared knowledge in problem-solving.

Character Interactions

• Gao Luanqin and Wang Guannan work together, with Gao Luanqin leading the way in analysis and Wang Guannan showing enthusiasm and support.
• Wu Baiyi takes a leadership role, guiding the group's strategy and encouraging discussion.
• Shi Zunhou initially struggles to keep up but eventually contributes to the group's understanding.
• Lieba, despite his size, is included in the group's dynamic, showing that intelligence and quick thinking are valued over physical prowess alone.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Liu Zhi attempts to hack Rune Civilization's communication devices but fails due to lack of specialized software.
• Liu Zhi suggests physically modifying the devices to bypass encryption, which Paul agrees to try.
• The Sky Peng Horizontal's assault team retrieves the communication devices for analysis.

Character Developments

• Liu Zhi shows determination and adaptability in finding alternative solutions.
• Paul demonstrates confidence in his mechanical skills.
• Chen Yanran displays analytical thinking and understanding of the situation.

Significant Themes

• The challenges and adaptability required in dealing with mutated civilizations and technologies.
• The importance of teamwork and diverse skills in problem-solving.

Character Interactions

• Liu Zhi and Paul collaborate on a plan to access the communication devices.
• Wang Guannan mentors Chen Yanran, explaining the situation and helping her understand the strategy.
• The assault team works together to retrieve the devices.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Paul and his team successfully disassemble and modify the Rune Civilization's communication devices, revealing they have interstellar long-range communication capabilities.
• The Sky Peng Horizontal obtains the coordinates and frequencies of the Rune Civilization's communication nodes.
• The ship attempts to establish contact with the Rune Civilization survivors using a formal greeting message.

Character Developments

• Paul, nicknamed "Old Paul," demonstrates his technical expertise by successfully cracking the communication devices.
• Li Zongxu, the chief diplomatic officer, prepares a draft for communication with the Rune Civilization survivors.
• Wang Dong, the leader, entrusts Li Zongxu with the task of initiating contact.

Significant Themes

• The devastating impact of the Cthulhu Beast's descent on the Rune Civilization, both mentally and materially.
• The importance of preserving technological knowledge and the challenges faced by the Rune Civilization survivors in maintaining their technological standards.
• The unity and assistance among different human civilizations, as represented by the Pan-Universal Human Race Civilization Alliance.

Character Interactions

• Shi Zunhou and Liu Zhi express impatience and curiosity about the Cthulhu Beast's power.
• Wang Dong consults Li Zongxu about the preparations for contact with the Rune Civilization survivors.
• Paul humbly accepts praise for his work, acknowledging the lower technological level of the communication devices.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Sky Peng Horizontal (SPH) communicates with the Rune Civilization, offering help.
• The Rune Civilization, on the brink of extinction due to an impending Cthulhu Beast awakening, eagerly accepts SPH's offer.
• SPH's communication is direct and straightforward, unlike typical diplomatic language.

Character Developments

• Li Zongxu, SPH's diplomat, understands the unique nature of Otherworldly Civilizations, simplifying communication.
• Rune Civilization survivors, despite their dire situation, maintain unity and efficiency, focusing on their civilization's survival.

Significant Themes

• Hope: The Rune Civilization clings to any hope of survival, even from an unknown force like SPH.
• Unity and Efficiency: Both SPH and Rune Civilization survivors prioritize these qualities in their decision-making and actions.
• Desperation: The Rune Civilization's situation highlights their desperation and willingness to take risks for survival.

Character Interactions

• SPH and Rune Civilization survivors establish contact and express their willingness to help each other.
• Rune Civilization survivors discuss and agree on sharing intelligence with SPH to gain their assistance.
• There's no direct interaction between individuals, but the exchange between the two civilizations is clear and concise.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Rune Civilization survivors quickly respond to the Sky Peng Horizontal, eager for alliance due to the impending Cthulhu Beast awakening.
• The Sky Peng Horizontal visits the Rune Civilization survivors' base in the Xiang Feng Galaxy.
• Li Zongxu leads negotiations with the Rune Civilization survivors on their capital planet, Xinlunburg.

Character Developments

• Wang Dong and his team observe and analyze the Rune Civilization survivors' base and interactions.
• Li Zongxu demonstrates diplomatic prowess by addressing the sensitive issue of leaving the Star Domain early in negotiations.

Significant Themes

• Desperation and survival in the face of overwhelming threats (Cthulhu Beast awakening).
• Cultural differences and inclusivity (Rune Civilization vs. Kindling Human Civilization).
• The interconnectedness of choices and their outcomes in civilizations.

Character Interactions

• Wang Dong and his team discuss and interpret the Rune Civilization survivors' actions and base.
• Li Zongxu and the Rune Civilization survivors engage in direct, efficient communication, skipping diplomatic formalities.
• Li Zongxu raises the sensitive topic of leaving the Star Domain, demonstrating boldness and candor in negotiations.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Rune Civilization survivors, led by a female high-ranking official (cat ears), refuse to abandon their civilization and homeland, vowing to fight until the end.
• The Sky Peng Horizontal team, led by Li Zongxu, engages in negotiations with the Rune Civilization survivors, expressing regret for their imminent demise but acknowledging the physical constant differences between the otherworldly battlefield and the original universe.
• Li Zongxu asks about the reason for the Cthulhu Beast's premature awakening, which the Rune Civilization survivors attribute to eliminating some of its retainers.

Character Developments

• The female high-ranking official demonstrates unshakeable will and calm demeanor in the face of adversity.
• Wang Dong, Mingzhi Guangxiu, and Gao Luanqin express regret at the potential loss of the Rune Civilization survivors' talents.
• Li Zongxu maintains a calm and steady demeanor throughout the negotiations.

Significant Themes

• Unwavering determination and perseverance in the face of adversity.
• The value of talent and its potential impact on major Forces.
• The differences between the otherworldly battlefield and the original universe, affecting survival rates.

Character Interactions

• The Rune Civilization survivors interact with the Sky Peng Horizontal team, sharing their intelligence and expressing their willingness to cooperate.
• Li Zongxu interacts with the Rune Civilization survivors, asking questions to gather information about the Cthulhu Beast's premature awakening.