Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Tang Chuan discovers that players in the Eternal Life world, who appear to be powerful, are actually exiles working for the Morning Star Empire to repay debts, risking deletion (death) if they default.
• He learns that even wealthy individuals in the Eternal Life world are controlled by the Morning Star Empire, and their companies can be ruined in the real world.
• They visit a bustling planet with underground cities and a hollowed-out fifth, attracting many tourists.
• Tang Chuan speculates about the Morning Star Empire's actions regarding their main star and its Gaia consciousness.

Character Developments

• The Associated Body becomes more human-like and female, causing Tang Chuan discomfort.
• Nokton maintains her cold expression and doesn't participate in shopping.

Significant Themes

• The harsh reality of the Eternal Life world, where players are essentially enslaved to the Morning Star Empire.
• The potential manipulation of the Gaia consciousness by the Morning Star Empire.
• The exploration of the universe and its diverse life forms.

Character Interactions

• Tang Chuan and the Associated Body shop together, with the latter buying items for Tang Chuan.
• Nokton stands apart from the shopping, maintaining her cold demeanor.
• Tang Chuan and the server in Time Paradise discuss various items.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Tang Chuan visits a souvenir shop outside the Time Paradise and buys Time Capsules.
• He experiments with the Time Capsule, which briefly reverses his physical state but not his thoughts or actions.
• The Associated Body collects Tang Chuan's shed hair, and they discuss the absence of nose hair in the Associated Body and other humanoid creatures.

Character Developments

• Tang Chuan shows curiosity and a scientific mindset, experimenting with the Time Capsule and pondering the evolution of life forms.
• The Associated Body displays a willingness to engage in conversation and learn from Tang Chuan.

Significant Themes

• Evolution and Adaptation: Tang Chuan contemplates the differences between human and other life forms' adaptations to their environments.
• Communication and Consciousness: He ponders how simple life forms like viruses communicate and reach collective decisions.

Character Interactions

• Tang Chuan and the Associated Body engage in a friendly, inquisitive conversation, with Tang Chuan sharing his thoughts and observations, and the Associated Body asking questions and offering insights.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Tang Chuan and his companions are approached by a vendor outside Time Paradise, offering a wish-granting device that uses quantum and consciousness studies to influence reality.
• The vendor claims the device has a success rate 8.2453 times higher than normal prayer, but there's no guarantee and it's expensive.
• Tang Chuan remembers similar experiments from his hometown and Azure Star, where human consciousness influenced the microscopic world.

Character Developments

• Tang Chuan: He becomes intrigued by the vendor's claims, recalling similar phenomena from his past experiences and considering trying the device.

Significant Themes

• The influence of human consciousness on reality, particularly in the microscopic world.
• The potential of quantum mechanics and consciousness studies in higher civilizations.
• The contrast between higher and lower civilizations in their approach to wish-granting and curses.

Character Interactions

• Tang Chuan interacts with the vendor, who is honest about the device's limitations and success rate, piquing Tang Chuan's interest.
• The Associated Body examines the device, confirming its similarity to an instrument from the Morning Star Quantum Laboratory.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Tang Chuan, bored in the Main Universe, learns from Quintessa and understands complex concepts like quantum synchronization.
• He deduces a method to observe the interior of black holes using synchronized electrons.
• Tang Chuan decides to cast a curse using a machine from a primitive civilization.

Character Developments

• Tang Chuan: Shows intellectual prowess and curiosity, developing into a scientist-like figure among deities. He also displays a human desire to brag about his achievements.
• Quintessa: Affirms Tang Chuan's deductions and guides his learning, acting as a mentor figure.

Significant Themes

• The relationship between higher and lower dimensional beings, and the gap in understanding between them.
• The curiosity and desire to understand the universe and its phenomena.
• The human desire to brag and share one's achievements.

Character Interactions

• Tang Chuan and Quintessa: Mentor-mentee relationship, with Quintessa guiding Tang Chuan's learning and affirming his deductions.
• Tang Chuan and the vendor: Tang Chuan asks the vendor about cursing, showing the vast gap in knowledge and understanding between them.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Tang Chuan attempts to curse the Associated Body using a device from a street vendor.
• The device, intended for wishes, malfunctions due to Tang Chuan's powerful mental energy and life force.
• The Associated Body's body transforms into a watermelon due to the curse, but she remains unharmed.
• The device explodes, and the vendor flees.
• Quintessa repairs the Associated Body's genes, and she returns to normal.

Character Developments

• Tang Chuan: Shows his immense mental power and life force, which causes the device to malfunction.
• The Associated Body: Demonstrates her ability to control and amplify external powers, allowing the curse to take effect.
• Quintessa: Shows her ability to repair genetic damage using the Fantasy Attribute.

Significant Themes

• The power of Tang Chuan's mental energy and life force.
• The Associated Body's ability to control and amplify external powers.
• The concept of Fantasy Weapons and their potential for misuse.

Character Interactions

• Tang Chuan and the Associated Body work together to test the device, with the Associated Body willingly amplifying the curse.
• Tang Chuan and the Associated Body discuss the nature of the device and its potential origins.
• Tang Chuan interacts with the Police Uncle, attempting to seek compensation for the incident.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Tang Chuan and his companions, victims of a fraud and explosion, manipulate the authorities to avoid interrogation and receive compensation.
• They visit Time Paradise, an amusement park where desires can be indulged without consequences, as personal time can be rewound.
• Tang Chuan, despite being the Sovereign, can be archived by Time Paradise, but at a high cost due to his physical data's complexity.

Character Developments

• Tang Chuan demonstrates cunning and confidence in dealing with authorities, prioritizing efficiency over legal proceedings.
• The Associated Body's physical form is fragile but her consciousness is stored elsewhere, making her resilient to physical damage.
• Nokton, despite his strength, had a past incident where he was beaten by tourists due to arrogance and not being properly archived.

Significant Themes

• The manipulation of power dynamics and legal systems for personal gain.
• The consequences of arrogance and overconfidence.
• The potential dangers of absolute freedom and lack of consequences.

Character Interactions

• Tang Chuan and the Associated Body work together to navigate Time Paradise's entry process and sign waivers.
• Tang Chuan and the Associated Body tease Nokton about his past incident, highlighting their camaraderie.
• Tang Chuan and the authorities engage in a power struggle, with Tang Chuan ultimately gaining the upper hand.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Tang Chuan, Nokton, and the Associated Body enter Time Paradise's "Unrestricted" area.
• They find a seemingly peaceful leisure area with a "Truce" sign, but tension builds as they approach the exit.
• Upon crossing the boundary, a chaotic free-for-all fight ensues, with everyone attacking Tang Chuan and his companions.
• Tang Chuan and Nokton fight back, using their powers to kill and revive attackers repeatedly.
• They explore other zones (Melee, Blade Combat, Gun Combat, Explosion, Unarmed, Turn-Based) with varying rules and activities, including gambling on fights.

Character Developments

• Tang Chuan demonstrates his combat skills, calm demeanor, and understanding of Time Paradise's rules.
• Nokton shows his strength and confidence in his abilities.
• The Associated Body's role is minimal, serving mostly as a companion.

Significant Themes

• Anarchy vs. Order: The unrestricted area's chaos contrasts with the initial "Truce" sign, highlighting the thin line between order and anarchy.
• Power and Control: Only those with significant power can survive the unrestricted area, reflecting the theme of power dynamics.
• Consumerism and Addiction: The need to pay for revivals and access to weapons and equipment criticizes consumerism and addiction to entertainment.

Character Interactions

• Tang Chuan and Nokton work together to fight off attackers, showing a level of trust and teamwork.
• Tang Chuan and the Associated Body explore the unrestricted area together, with Tang Chuan leading the way.
• There's minimal interaction with other characters, as most are focused on fighting each other or attacking Tang Chuan's group.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Tang Chuan, a refined and pacifist wanderer, leaves the unrestricted zone of Time Paradise due to lack of interest in its chaotic nature.
• He enters the rules zone, where people conduct experiments and research without fear of permanent damage, as time can be reversed.
• Tang Chuan visits a gambling district in the rules zone, where bets are placed on the outcomes of a simulated universe's civilization development.
• He places a bet on which of two civilizations will first detect the other's existence.

Character Developments

• Tang Chuan: He shows disinterest in meaningless fights and violence, preferring the rules zone's more peaceful and intellectually stimulating environment. He also demonstrates knowledge of gambling and the simulated universe's mechanics.

Significant Themes

• The contrast between the unrestricted and rules zones highlights the theme of order vs. chaos and their respective impacts on society and progress.
• The simulated universe raises questions about the ethics of manipulating and observing civilizations for entertainment and profit.

Character Interactions

• Tang Chuan interacts with a waiter, placing his bet and renting an observation device.
• He exchanges insults with a creature resembling a mountain of flesh, who uses the derogatory term "Cosmic Locust" to refer to Tang Chuan's humanoid species.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The term "Cosmic Locust" is used by many intelligent beings to express their hostility towards humans due to humanity's distinct way of thinking and behavior.
• Insectoid races in the Main Universe are similar to those in Azure Star movies but are not as disliked as humans due to their honesty and the existence of races that counter them.
• Humans are seen as dishonest, complex, and selfish by other races due to their tendency to steal advanced civilizations' data, refuse to share it, and engage in internal strife while presenting a united front against external threats.
• Humans' expansion and exploration capabilities, as well as their derogatory terms for aliens, contribute to the spread of the "Cosmic Locust" appellation.
• Tang Chuan, a human, encounters a hostile alien, the Meat Mountain, who insults humans. Another human, Lord Lanlost, shoots and kills the Meat Mountain.

Character Developments

• Tang Chuan: Shows calm and collected behavior in the face of hostility, and is willing to accept help from others.
• Lord Lanlost: Reveals himself to be a human with a strong dislike for certain aliens, demonstrating a willingness to act on his disdain.

Significant Themes

• Human nature and perception by other races: The chapter explores how other intelligent beings perceive and judge humans based on their actions and behavior.
• Unity and division: Humans' tendency to unite against external threats but engage in internal strife is highlighted and contrasted with their perception of other races.
• Communication and understanding: The difficulty in understanding and communicating with humans is emphasized, with aliens struggling to comprehend human behavior and language.

Character Interactions

• Tang Chuan and the Meat Mountain: The interaction between them highlights the hostility and misunderstandings between humans and certain alien races.
• Tang Chuan and Lord Lanlost: Their brief interaction reveals a shared human identity and a mutual understanding of their race's reputation among other intelligent beings.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The official organizers of Time Paradise have added a quarter of the human race into the Simulated Universe, increasing uncertainty and causing gamblers to lose their fortunes.
• Tang Chuan learns about the Dark Forest Law, a theory proposed by humans, which suggests that civilizations should hide their coordinates to avoid detection and potential annihilation.
• Tang Chuan discovers the irony of humans supporting this theory while simultaneously transmitting signals into the deep universe, marking their coordinates, and exploring for extraterrestrial life.

Character Developments

• Tang Chuan gains a deeper understanding of human nature and its unpredictability.
• The handsome man, later revealed as Lanlost, shows an understanding of human behavior and its uncertainty.

Significant Themes

• Uncertainty: The unpredictability of human behavior and its consequences.
• The Dark Forest Law: The idea that civilizations should hide to avoid detection and annihilation, contrasted with human actions.
• Greed and Ignorance: Gamblers' inability to understand human nature and the consequences of their actions.

Character Interactions

• Tang Chuan and the handsome man (Lanlost) have a conversation about human nature and the Dark Forest Law.
• Gamblers blame humans for their losses, demonstrating their ignorance and greed.
• Tang Chuan and Lanlost part ways, with Lanlost offering his business card and Tang Chuan expressing hope that they won't meet again.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Tension builds between two civilizations on the Cangmang Continent, with rumors of a mysterious shop called the "Divine Favor House" that grants wishes for a price.
• Baron Kang Ningluose, a disgraced and impoverished noble, is thrown out of his home and wanders the streets.
• He stumbles upon the Divine Favor House and enters, meeting an enigmatic man who offers to grant his wishes in exchange for a price.

Character Developments

• Baron Kang Ningluose: Once a reckless and indulgent noble, now desperate and penniless. His encounter with the Divine Favor House gives him hope and a sense of renewed purpose.
• The Man in the Divine Favor House: Introduced as mysterious and powerful, capable of granting wishes and extracting payment from a person's senses.

Significant Themes

• Desperation and Hope: Kang Ningluose's dire situation leads him to seek help from the Divine Favor House, highlighting the theme of desperation driving people to seek extraordinary solutions.
• The Price of Wishes: The Divine Favor House's offer to grant wishes for a price raises questions about the true cost of one's desires and the potential consequences of getting what one wants.

Character Interactions

• Kang Ningluose interacts with the man in the Divine Favor House, expressing his disbelief and curiosity about the shop's powers.
• The man in the Divine Favor House engages with Kang Ningluose, offering to grant his wishes but hinting at the unusual price he demands.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Three continents merge, leading to resource conflicts and religious clashes.
• The Truth Church proposes a rational view of the foreign gods, but it's suppressed due to widespread hostility.
• Battles erupt daily between the original Canglan and Canghuang Continents over resources and religious differences.
• Tang Chuan, a deity, establishes Divine Favor House to influence the world discreetly.

Character Developments

• Tang Chuan: He demonstrates his divine power and indifference to human affairs, preferring to influence events subtly. He's willing to help humans but expects a price.
• Kang Ningluose: An impoverished noble, he reveals his ambition to become the King of the Rose Kingdom. He's cunning and willing to make deals with unknown entities like Tang Chuan.

Significant Themes

• Religious Tolerance vs Intolerance: The Truth Church's rational view is suppressed due to widespread prejudice and fear of the unknown.
• Power and Ambition: Kang Ningluose's desire for power and status drives him to seek help from Tang Chuan.
• Divine Intervention: Tang Chuan's actions show that divine beings can influence human affairs but expect a price in return.

Character Interactions

• Tang Chuan and Kang Ningluose: Tang Chuan sees through Kang Ningluose's intentions and agrees to grant his wish but demands a price.
• Tang Chuan and Quintessa: Quintessa assists Tang Chuan, showing she's his subordinate or companion.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Kang Ningluose, a Baron, visits the mysterious Divine Favor House to make a wish.
• The shopkeeper, Tang Chuan, reveals that wishes come at a price, and everything is an equivalent exchange.
• Kang Ningluose's initial wish to become a Duke and regain his lost wealth is deemed too expensive for him.
• He settles for a wish to become a Count and regain his wealth, but must give up his hearing, touch, taste, and 30 years of his lifespan.
• After much deliberation, Kang Ningluose accepts the deal, losing his sense of touch and taste upon eating an apple.
• He is told he will receive his Count title within the month.

Character Developments

• Kang Ningluose: Starts as arrogant and entitled, but gradually accepts his lowly status and makes a practical wish. He shows resilience and determination in accepting the consequences of his wish.
• Tang Chuan: Reveals himself as the shopkeeper of the Divine Favor House, dealing in wishes at an equivalent price. He shows no mercy or favoritism, adhering strictly to the rules of equivalent exchange.

Significant Themes

• Equivalent Exchange: The core theme of the chapter, emphasizing that nothing comes for free, and one must pay a price for their wishes.
• Pride and Fall: Kang Ningluose's initial arrogance is humbled as he realizes the true value of his soul and the cost of his wishes.
• Consequences of Actions: Kang Ningluose's past actions catch up with him, and he must face the consequences of his greed and entitlement.

Character Interactions

• Kang Ningluose and Tang Chuan: Their interaction is tense and confrontational, with Tang Chuan refusing to bend the rules and Kang Ningluose struggling to accept the harsh reality of his situation.
• Kang Ningluose and Quintessa: Quintessa, the shopkeeper's assistant, has minimal interaction with Kang Ningluose, only opening the door and offering him the tea bowl.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Kang Ningluose leaves the shop, now unable to taste or feel anything, and decides to inform the Church about the shop to claim a bounty.
• Inside the shop, Tang Chuan and Quintessa discuss the shop's transaction standards, with Tang Chuan revealing he chose Kang Ningluose due to his lack of principles.
• Tang Chuan materializes on Cangmang Star, where the three Gods of Mystery and Terror reveal they believe in him. He decides to give them tasks to do.

Character Developments

• Kang Ningluose: Loses his sense of taste and touch after the transaction, and decides to betray the shop to the Church.
• Tang Chuan: Shows his ability to manipulate time and causality, and decides to give the Gods of Mystery and Terror tasks to keep them occupied.

Significant Themes

• The consequences of making deals with the shop and the Divine Favor House's true purpose.
• The manipulation of time and causality by higher-dimensional beings.
• The relationship between deities and their believers, and the power dynamics within the divine system.

Character Interactions

• Tang Chuan and Quintessa: Discuss the shop's transaction standards, with Tang Chuan revealing his thoughts on Kang Ningluose.
• Tang Chuan and the Gods of Mystery and Terror: The gods reveal their belief in Tang Chuan, and he decides to give them tasks to keep them occupied.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Tang Chuan starts terraforming other planets for his followers.
• The Cangmang Continent develops rapidly under the Time Force Field.
• Border disputes and skirmishes occur between the two civilizations.
• Bonneville manipulates public opinion and heroes to maintain control and avoid all-out war.
• She builds Heroes' Tombs and cares for martyrs' families to solidify her power.
• Bonneville is puzzled by the absence of the king from the opposing Kingdom Alliance, who resembles her memories.

Character Developments

• Bonneville: Consolidates power, manipulates public opinion, and maintains control over the situation. She is determined to build a new order and is willing to sacrifice for her ideal world.
• The King (from Bonneville's memories): Absent from the opposing Kingdom Alliance, leaving Bonneville bewildered.

Significant Themes

• Power and manipulation: Bonneville uses her influence and control over public opinion to maintain her position and avoid all-out war.
• Sacrifice for a greater cause: Bonneville is willing to sacrifice lives to achieve her vision of a new world.
• The unknown: Bonneville is puzzled by the absence of the king from her memories, hinting at a larger mystery.

Character Interactions

• Bonneville vs. The King (from her memories): Bonneville's determination contrasts with the unknown fate of the king from her memories.
• Bonneville vs. The Royal Families: Bonneville manipulates the royal families to maintain her control and prevent peace talks.
• Bonneville vs. The Common People: Bonneville manipulates public opinion to keep the common people indignant and supportive of her cause.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Bonneville, the female Pope, is curious about the mysterious organization that can grant wishes, the Divine Favor House.
• She learns about a customer, Count Kang Ningluose, who sacrificed senses and lifespan to become a Count, and another, Empress Dora, who rose from commoner to ruler.
• A knight reports that the Divine Favor House's owner claims to offer mortals the chance to become deities, though this is unverified.
• Bonneville orders increased investigation into the Divine Favor House and plans to send her people as customers to communicate with its owner.

Character Developments

• Bonneville: She becomes intrigued by the Divine Favor House's power and considers it a threat to her control. She's willing to pay any price to become a deity and stay with her masters forever.
• The Silver-Armored Knight: He's loyal and diligent, reporting to Bonneville about the Divine Favor House and its customers. He's also cautious and strategic, advising Bonneville on how to handle the situation.

Significant Themes

• Power and Control: Bonneville is concerned about the Divine Favor House's power and wants to bring it under her control to maintain her authority.
• Ambition and Mortality: Bonneville's desire to become a deity highlights her ambition and her fear of mortality, as she wants to stay with her masters forever.
• Mystery and Uncertainty: The Divine Favor House's operating logic and the truth behind its claims are shrouded in mystery, creating uncertainty and intrigue.

Character Interactions

• Bonneville and the Silver-Armored Knight: They have a professional, respectful relationship. He reports to her, and she makes decisions based on his information. They both share a concern about the Divine Favor House's power.
• Bonneville and the Divine Favor House's Owner (implied): Bonneville is curious and wary of the Divine Favor House's owner, seeing them as a potential threat or ally, depending on their true intentions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Tang Chuan leaves the Cosmic Sandbox and tasks the God of Mystery and Terror with seeding various planets.
• He expresses disinterest in the entertainment options in the Morning Star Empire, finding them unappealing compared to the Origin Universe.
• The Associated Body reveals that she's discovered a secret about the Monster Hunter game: those who can't afford eternal life are being enslaved and forced to attack a fortress.
• Tang Chuan and the Associated Body discuss the possibility that the Monster Hunter world might be a real dimension, not just a game.
• Tang Chuan decides they should investigate further to ensure their mental attributes aren't being monitored by the Morning Star Empire.

Character Developments

• Tang Chuan shows his disdain for the entertainment options in the Morning Star Empire, preferring the Origin Universe.
• The Associated Body demonstrates her growth in power and reveals her discovery about the Monster Hunter game.
• Nokton is mentioned but doesn't appear physically, showing his independence and willingness to help.

Significant Themes

• The theme of power and control is evident, with the Morning Star Empire controlling the Eternal Life World and potentially the Monster Hunter world.
• The theme of identity is explored, with those who can't afford eternal life losing their identities and being enslaved.
• The theme of the unknown is present, with the true nature of the Monster Hunter world and the fortress being attacked remaining unclear.

Character Interactions

• Tang Chuan and the Associated Body have a conversation about the Monster Hunter game and its implications, showing their partnership and mutual respect.
• Tang Chuan communicates with Nokton, showing his ability to multitask and his reliance on Nokton for certain tasks.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The world is in ruins, ruled by Gods and Demons, with humans and monsters engaged in constant battles.
• A prophecy exists of a future Deity who will challenge the ruling Gods and Demons.
• Tang De, the Demon-Subduing War God, is a powerful human fighting against the invaders, known for his strength and victories over Demons and other War Gods.
• Tang De returns from the Demon Realm with the head of a Demon King, celebrated by his people.
• Tang De's wife, Mu Yannnan, reveals that their son, Chuan'er, has been protecting Tang De unseen, and warns him not to take unnecessary risks.

Character Developments

• Tang De: Initially reluctant to fight, he now feels responsible for humanity's hope, balancing his duty with his family's safety.
• Mu Yannnan: She understands Tang De's responsibilities but prioritizes his safety, knowing their son's protection and Tang De's foresight are crucial for humanity's future.
• Chuan'er: Though unseen, his presence and protection of his father are revealed, hinting at his immense power.

Significant Themes

• Hope and responsibility: Characters grapple with the weight of hope placed upon them and their responsibility to protect humanity.
• Power and protection: The strong are expected to shield the weak, but they also need protection, as seen with Tang De and Chuan'er.
• The unseen: Chuan'er's unseen presence highlights the unknown forces at play in the world.

Character Interactions

• Tang De and Mu Yannnan: They share a deep understanding and love, balancing their personal feelings with their responsibilities towards humanity.
• Tang De and Chuan'er: Though not directly interacting, their bond is evident through Chuan'er's unseen protection of Tang De.
• Tang De and the people: The people celebrate Tang De's return, highlighting their faith in him and his role as a symbol of hope.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Tang Chuan wakes up and reflects on his father's transformation into a War God of Humanity.
• He discusses plans with the Associated Body to assimilate a high-level official in the Monster Hunter world to clarify the traces of the Associated Body's theft.
• Tang Chuan decides to intervene in the Divine Favor House matter on the Cangmang Continent first.

Character Developments

• Tang Chuan: He shows a mix of concern and exasperation towards his father's heroic actions. He maintains his resolve to keep his humanity but acknowledges that he might embrace change if his soul loses its humanity. He also displays a playful side when interacting with the Associated Body.
• The Associated Body: It continues to show affection towards Tang Chuan and tries to understand his perspective on humanity and change.

Significant Themes

• Change vs. Constancy: Tang Chuan grapples with the idea of change, both in his father's transformation and in his own potential loss of humanity. He decides to embrace change if it happens naturally.
• Responsibility: Tang Chuan feels a sense of responsibility towards his father and the Associated Body, but he also values his independence and freedom.
• Desire vs. Control: The Associated Body's desires contrast with Tang Chuan's self-control, leading to playful banter between them.

Character Interactions

• Tang Chuan & The Associated Body: Their dynamic is a mix of playful teasing, mutual understanding, and occasional tension. The Associated Body's flirtatious behavior contrasts with Tang Chuan's stern demeanor, leading to humorous exchanges.
• Tang Chuan & His Father: Tang Chuan feels a mix of concern, exasperation, and pride towards his father's actions. He worries about his father's safety but also respects his heroism.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Mysterious Church initiates a secret operation to find the Divine Favor House, with all God-Seers participating.
• Hoskarr, a third-tier God-Seer, discovers an unremarkable shop that might be the Divine Favor House.
• He enters the shop and confirms it's the Divine Favor House, seeking to grant his wish to communicate with the Empress.
• The shopkeeper, Tang Chuan, reveals that Hoskarr's wish can be granted, but at a high price: being forgotten by the Church, including the Empress, and facing a life of misfortune.

Character Developments

• Hoskarr: Initially resolute in his faith and wish, he hesitates and questions his resolve when faced with the consequences of his wish.
• Tang Chuan: The shopkeeper is revealed to have the power to grant wishes but also understands human nature and the true desires of those who seek his help.

Significant Themes

• The true nature of desire and resolve.
• The consequences of one's actions and the price of achieving one's goals.
• The relationship between faith and personal gain.

Character Interactions

• Hoskarr and Tang Chuan: Their interaction highlights Hoskarr's initial resolve and subsequent hesitation, while Tang Chuan uses this to test Hoskarr's true desire.
• Hoskarr and the Empress (Bonneville): Though not physically present, the Empress's influence is significant, driving Hoskarr's initial resolve and causing him to question his wish when faced with the prospect of her forgetting him.