Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Hua Rongfei, the CEO of Hua Rong Group, is stabbed in the elevator after leaving the awards ceremony prematurely.
• The attacker is revealed to be a cleaner from the Times Building, motivated by a grudge against Hua Rong Group for a faulty milk powder product that harmed her grandson.
• The police investigate and take over the case, assuring everyone's safety.

Character Developments

• Shen Qiong, Master Shen, gains respect and recognition for accurately predicting Hua Rongfei's "Bloody Disaster" on his 50th birthday.
• Hua Rongfei's urgency to leave the ceremony is revealed to be due to Master Shen's warning.

Significant Themes

• The power of prediction and its consequences.
• The importance of acting responsibly in business, especially in food production.

Character Interactions

• Master Shen's interaction with Hua Rongfei on stage leads to the latter's hasty departure and subsequent attack.
• The public's reaction to Master Shen's prediction ranges from shock to awe and desire for their own readings.
• Businesspeople seek Master Shen's fortune-telling services after the incident.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Gu Yixuan, a talented high school student, shares her excitement about meeting Master Shen for fortune telling with her art teacher, Xu Ruifeng.
• Xu Ruifeng, who was fired from his school job for supporting Master Shen, reacts negatively to the news, revealing his disdain for the fortune teller.
• Xu Ruifeng discourages Gu Yixuan from seeking Master Shen's validation, emphasizing the importance of her own effort and talent.

Character Developments

• Gu Yixuan: Shows enthusiasm for Master Shen and painting, but is taken aback by her teacher's reaction.
• Xu Ruifeng: Reveals his strong dislike for Master Shen, stemming from his past experiences. He demonstrates his dedication to his students' growth and his belief in their self-reliance.

Significant Themes

• The power of self-belief and hard work.
• The influence of public opinion and fame.
• The conflict between traditional beliefs (fortune telling) and modern education.

Character Interactions

• Gu Yixuan and Xu Ruifeng: Their conversation reveals their differing views on Master Shen and highlights Xu Ruifeng's commitment to his students' development.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Gu Yixuan, a university student, visits Master Shen for fortune telling, having heard about his accuracy and influence.
• Xu Ruifeng, a teacher, discovers Master Shen's recommendation letters can secure jobs without interviews, causing him to reevaluate his views on fortune telling.
• Shili Street becomes popular due to Master Shen's fortune telling tickets and the potential for winning a ticket while shopping.

Character Developments

• Gu Yixuan: She becomes more curious and excited about fortune telling after seeing its impact on others.
• Xu Ruifeng: His skepticism towards fortune telling wavers as he learns about Master Shen's influence in the job market.
• Master Shen (Shen Qiong): He is shown to be young and humble, practicing calligraphy to improve his handwriting for writing recommendation letters.

Significant Themes

• The power of influence and connections (Master Shen's recommendation letters).
• The impact of fortune telling on people's lives and decisions.
• The value of personal growth and self-improvement (Master Shen's calligraphy practice).

Character Interactions

• Gu Yixuan and Ren Tianxue: They chat briefly, with Ren Tianxue sharing information about fortune telling for young children.
• Gu Yixuan and Master Shen: They meet for the first time, with Master Shen showing off his calligraphy skills and Gu Yixuan admiring him.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shen Qiong predicts things accurately without using "People nearby," finding it more satisfying than cheating.
• Shen Qiong analyzes Gu Yixuan's palm and face, finding her fortune-telling skills lacking in accuracy without the app.
• Shen Qiong asks Gu Yixuan about her boyfriend, advising her to follow her heart in her actions.
• Shen Qiong learns that Gu Yixuan is a fan of Fang Yongkang and has painting talent.
• Shen Qiong writes a letter of recommendation for Gu Yixuan, giving her high scores for painting and space design.

Character Developments

• Shen Qiong: Realizes the limitations of his fortune-telling skills without "People nearby" and decides to throw away inaccurate books. Shows kindness and understanding towards Gu Yixuan.
• Gu Yixuan: Overcomes her nervousness around Shen Qiong, opens up about her interests, and receives a strong letter of recommendation from him.

Significant Themes

• The inaccuracy of traditional fortune-telling methods without technological aid.
• The importance of following one's heart in personal decisions.
• The value of hard work and starting early in developing talent (as seen in Yu Jiaping's case).

Character Interactions

• Shen Qiong and Gu Yixuan: Shen Qiong puts Gu Yixuan at ease, and they have a casual conversation about her interests and future. He writes her a strong letter of recommendation, showing support for her talent.

Key Plot Points

• Gu Yixuan becomes a campus celebrity overnight after receiving a high recommendation from Master Shen.
• News spreads rapidly, and students discuss the event extensively.
• Gu Yixuan is allowed to audit advanced Fine Arts classes due to her talent in painting.
• Xu Ruifeng, Gu Yixuan's art studio teacher, is outraged by the special treatment and sends a text message to Vice Principal Zhu Kangsheng to complain.
• Zhu Kangsheng dismisses the complaint and uses Xu Ruifeng's past expulsion as an example of the school's seriousness against feudal superstition.

Character Developments

• Gu Yixuan gains recognition and fame within her school for her painting talent.
• Xu Ruifeng becomes more determined to expose the school's superstitious practices after feeling ignored and disrespected.

Significant Themes

• The power of reputation and recognition (Master Shen's recommendation letter).
• The double standard in dealing with superstitious practices (Xu Ruifeng's expulsion vs. Gu Yixuan's special treatment).

Character Interactions

• Gu Yixuan interacts with her classmates, teachers, and Xu Ruifeng, leading to her increased popularity and opportunities.
• Xu Ruifeng interacts with Vice Principal Zhu Kangsheng, leading to a dead-end in his attempt to expose the school's superstitious practices.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shen Qiong learns that the two individuals who tried to attack him are international mercenaries, and Interpol is involved.
• Interpol agents arrive to take the mercenaries, but Shen Qiong suspects something is amiss.
• Shen Qiong discovers that the information provided by Interpol is fabricated, and the agents are likely imposters.
• Shen Qiong uses his abilities to help Gu Liming change his luck and increase his Luck Value, leading to unexpected news of a son.

Character Developments

• Shen Qiong: Demonstrates his sharp intuition and ability to discern deception, further establishing his skills as a fortune teller.
• Gu Liming: His Luck Value increases significantly, leading to joyful news about a son.

Significant Themes

• The power of luck and fortune-telling.
• The consequences of deception and impersonation.
• The unexpected outcomes of well-intentioned actions.

Character Interactions

• Shen Qiong and Cen Gang: They discuss the situation with the international mercenaries and Interpol, highlighting Shen Qiong's experience and intuition.
• Shen Qiong and Gu Liming: Shen Qiong helps Gu Liming change his luck, leading to unexpected news of a son, and they share a light-hearted moment discussing Gu Liming's romantic prospects.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shen Qiong realizes the incident was a well-planned scam by professionals.
• He assembles a film crew for the "Master Shen Movie Group," with Jia Yangqiu and Liang Qiqiu as core members.
• The group consists of 16 people, with only those above a certain recommendation index considered core or ordinary members.
• Shen Qiong receives an invitation to be the first guest on a new celebrity interview show at Lingxi TV Station.

Character Developments

• Shen Qiong shows his business acumen and decisiveness in forming the movie group and handling the invitation.
• Deputy Director Cen is transferred, possibly due to his involvement in the scam.

Significant Themes

• The power of prediction and its consequences.
• The formation and dynamics of a film crew.
• The importance of reputation and connections in the industry.

Character Interactions

• Shen Qiong interacts with Qin Weize from the TV station, arranging for an interview.
• Shen Qiong communicates with the business manager from Standard Chartered Bank regarding a loan for the movie.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shen Qiong visits Standard Chartered Bank to secure a loan for his movie project.
• He encounters Yao Shishan, a wealthy woman who looks down on him due to his appearance and outdated phone.
• Shen Qiong uses his influence to prove his status and gain access to the VIP express lane, embarrassing Yao Shishan.
• He successfully secures a loan of twenty million yuan for his movie investment.

Character Developments

• Shen Qiong demonstrates his wealth and influence, proving that appearances can be deceiving.
• Yao Shishan's arrogance and materialism are exposed, leading to her embarrassment.

Significant Themes

• The importance of not judging a book by its cover.
• The power of wealth and influence.

Character Interactions

• Shen Qiong and Yao Shishan's interaction highlights the class divide and the consequences of looking down on others.
• Shen Qiong's interaction with Manager Shao Qiang showcases his ability to secure a loan with ease.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shen Qiong secures a 20 million loan for his movie investment with a low interest rate and a clause for interest rate reduction upon lump-sum repayment.
• He encounters Yao Shishan again at the bank, who is now disdainful towards him after seeing his wealth.
• Shen Qiong returns home and pre-orders a new Apple 8S phone for Song Xianjing as a birthday gift.
• He reviews several emails, including his schedule, the movie group's fund coordination table, Genius Investment Company's outlook, and the initial talent selection list for the Public Welfare Charity.

Character Developments

• Shen Qiong demonstrates his wealth and influence, securing a favorable loan and impressing Yao Shishan.
• Yao Shishan's attitude towards Shen Qiong changes after seeing his wealth.

Significant Themes

• Wealth and influence bring respect and opportunities.
• The movie industry's complexity and expenses are revealed through the fund coordination table.

Character Interactions

• Shen Qiong and Yao Shishan's interaction at the bank highlights the change in Yao Shishan's attitude towards Shen Qiong.
• Shen Qiong's email interactions with his team members provide insights into his investments and plans.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wang Jie, a sophomore majoring in Game Design, receives Master Shen's Recommendation Letter.
• The letter is an electronic version, with an anti-counterfeiting feature linking to official rankings.
• Wang Jie discovers he has a recommendation index of 80, attracting job offers from several companies.

Character Developments

• Wang Jie's competitive spirit is sparked by his achievements in the assessment, leading to his surprise at receiving the recommendation letter.
• Wang Jie's roommates and classmates are impressed by his sudden popularity and job offers.

Significant Themes

• The power of Master Shen's Recommendation Letter in the job market.
• The competitive nature of the job search, especially in the game design industry.

Character Interactions

• Wang Jie's roommates and classmates react with excitement and disbelief to his sudden popularity and job offers.
• Wang Jie's competitive spirit is fueled by his classmates' encouragement and the thrill of the assessment.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wang Jie shares Master Shen's Recommendation Letter on WeChat, causing a sensation.
• The "Master Shen Talent Recruitment Network" gains popularity, with people trying to obtain the recommendation letter for career advancement.
• A vocal teacher, Chen Yuqin, becomes the second person on the recommendation list, further increasing the letter's value.
• The Public Welfare Charity organization seizes the opportunity to invite universities to join the recruitment network.
• Gu Liming follows Master Shen's advice not to go hiking on Chenqiu Mountain due to a predicted Bloody Disaster.
• Aunt Li, who ignored the warning, narrowly avoids a rockslide on the mountain.

Character Developments

• Wang Jie becomes an internet sensation after sharing the recommendation letter.
• Chen Yuqin's life changes after receiving the recommendation letter.
• Gu Liming demonstrates his faith in Master Shen's predictions.
• Aunt Li learns the value of heeding Master Shen's warnings after a close call.

Significant Themes

• The power of Master Shen's Recommendation Letter in career advancement.
• The importance of heeding Master Shen's predictions to avoid misfortune.
• The impact of internet sensation and public interest on the recommendation letter's value.

Character Interactions

• Wang Jie shares the recommendation letter with his network, causing a ripple effect.
• Gu Liming and his mother discuss the Bloody Disaster and its implications.
• Aunt Li and Gu's Mom discuss the rockslide incident, with Aunt Li expressing envy of Gu Liming's connection to Master Shen.

Key Plot Points & Events

• The first episode of a celebrity show is being filmed, with renowned Master Shen as the first guest.
• The venue is filled with relatives of the staff due to concerns about audience behavior during Master Shen's interview.
• The show starts with an introduction to Master Shen and his achievements, followed by an interview with him.

Character Developments

• Shen Qiong (Master Shen): He is calm and confident under the spotlight, reflecting on his journey and the Heavenly Secrets Pavilion's rules. He poses a thought-provoking question: "How much is your dream worth?"
• Chen Meihua (Host): She is nervous but professional, having done thorough research on Master Shen and the Heavenly Secrets Pavilion.

Significant Themes

• The Value of Dreams: Master Shen's question challenges the audience to consider the worth of their dreams and aspirations.
• Public Image vs. Reality: The show explores the discrepancy between Master Shen's public image and his personal thoughts and intentions.

Character Interactions

• Chen Meihua & Shen Qiong: They have a cordial and respectful conversation, with Chen Meihua asking insightful questions and Shen Qiong providing thoughtful responses.
• Audience Member & Shen Qiong: An audience member raises a question about the value of fortune telling tickets, leading to Master Shen's reflection on the worth of dreams.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Master Shen's first public interview creates massive anticipation in Lingxi City.
• The interview program becomes the TV station's most anticipated show before it even airs.
• Master Shen's Weibo follower count and online search index surge, and he's considered for advertising endorsements.

Character Developments

• Master Shen gains more recognition and influence in the city.
• Gu Liming sees financial opportunities in Master Shen's growing popularity.

Significant Themes

• The power of influence and popularity.
• The value of opportunities versus immediate gains.

Character Interactions

• Master Shen and Gu Liming discuss the fortune telling sessions and their potential earnings.
• The TV station staff, led by Fang Yihao, struggle to find a celebrity interviewee who can match Master Shen's level of popularity.

Key Plot Points & Events

• Shen Qiong, after a delayed meeting, rushes to the restroom and has his wallet swapped.
• He discovers the wallet swap when he tries to pay for medicine, realizing he's been robbed.
• He receives a notification about a 20 million yuan transfer, which he didn't initiate.

Character Developments

• Shen Qiong: Shows his carelessness and naivety, leading to his wallet being swapped.
• Gu Liming: Shows concern for Shen Qiong's well-being and helps him report the lost bank card.

Significant Themes

• Carelessness and its consequences (Shen Qiong's wallet swap)
• Trust and betrayal (Shen Qiong's client's true intentions)

Character Interactions

• Shen Qiong and Tang Genshui: Shen Qiong's client, who drives him around and is involved in the wallet swap.
• Shen Qiong and Gu Liming: Roommates who care for each other; Gu Liming helps Shen Qiong report his lost bank card.

Key Plot Points & Events

• Shen Qiong discovers that twenty million yuan, meant for his film investment, has been transferred out of his account.
• The money was donated to the Children's Charity Foundation, and Shen Qiong realizes he's been scammed.
• He suspects the Lin family, who have a background in banking, to be behind the theft.
• Shen Qiong calls home to check on his mother's safety and investigates the relationship between Tao Zhiwei and the Lin family.
• Wang Xiaojun calls to apologize and withdraw from the film investment.

Character Developments

• Shen Qiong: Realizes he's been manipulated and vows to counterattack. He's determined to protect his mother and find a solution for the film's investment.
• Gu Liming: Assists Shen Qiong in investigating the Lin family's connection to the bank transfer.
• Wang Xiaojun: Decides to withdraw from the film investment, possibly due to financial constraints or other personal reasons.

Significant Themes

• Manipulation and deception: The Lin family manipulates Shen Qiong into transferring the money, highlighting their cunning and ruthlessness.
• Trust and betrayal: Wang Xiaojun's withdrawal from the film investment might indicate a breach of trust, either with Shen Qiong or the project itself.
• Perseverance: Despite the setback, Shen Qiong remains determined to find a solution and protect his loved ones.

Character Interactions

• Shen Qiong and Gu Liming: They work together to investigate the Lin family's involvement in the bank transfer.
• Shen Qiong and Wang Xiaojun: Wang apologizes to Shen Qiong and withdraws from the film investment, indicating a potential strain in their relationship.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wang Xiaojun, an initial investor, decides to withdraw from the film project due to personal reasons, breaking the funding chain.
• Shen Qiong suspects the Lin family's involvement in Wang Xiaojun's withdrawal, believing it might be part of a larger scheme.
• Shen Qiong and Gu Liming discuss potential solutions, deciding to find producers from their talent pool to temporarily replace Wang Xiaojun.
• Shen Qiong realizes the Lin family's ultimate goal might be to ruin his reputation and make him experience the pain of losing loved ones, specifically targeting his sister, Shen Shi.

Character Developments

• Wang Xiaojun: Struggles with his decision to withdraw from the project due to his past involvement in Lin Haijie's death and his father's opposition.
• Shen Qiong: Becomes increasingly suspicious of the Lin family's involvement in the project's setbacks and starts taking precautions to protect his loved ones.
• Lin Haoyan: Reveals his true intentions, planning to push Shen Qiong into an abyss and completely ruin his reputation.

Significant Themes

• Betrayal and trust: Wang Xiaojun's withdrawal raises questions about his loyalty, while Shen Qiong struggles to trust those around him.
• Scheming and manipulation: The Lin family's actions highlight their manipulative nature, using others to achieve their goals.
• Guilt and redemption: Wang Xiaojun grapples with his guilt over Lin Haijie's death, seeking redemption by withdrawing from the project.

Character Interactions

• Shen Qiong and Wang Xiaojun: Their interaction reveals Wang Xiaojun's decision to withdraw, leaving Shen Qiong stunned and disappointed.
• Shen Qiong and Gu Liming: They discuss potential solutions, with Gu Liming suggesting they find producers from their talent pool.
• Lin Haoyan and an unknown accomplice: They communicate about their plans, with Lin Haoyan expressing satisfaction that their scheme is progressing as intended.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jin Weicheng receives blessings and money requests from friends during Lunar New Year.
• Pang Anguo, a friend, asks Jin Weicheng to help frame Master Shen for money.
• Jin Weicheng sets up a hidden camera in his home to record Master Shen's supposed misdeeds.
• Master Shen arrives and agrees to tell Jin Weicheng's fortune for free, contrary to Pang Anguo's predictions.
• Master Shen accurately predicts Jin Weicheng's past and future, including his poor choice of friends.
• Jin Weicheng, convinced by Master Shen's genuine help, confronts Pang Anguo about his scheme.

Character Developments

• Jin Weicheng: Realizes the error of his ways and the importance of choosing friends wisely.
• Pang Anguo: Attempts to exploit Jin Weicheng and frame Master Shen for personal gain.
• Master Shen: Proves to be a genuine and caring fortune teller, helping Jin Weicheng despite not being paid.

Significant Themes

• The importance of choosing friends wisely.
• The consequences of deceit and attempted fraud.
• The value of genuine help and kindness.

Character Interactions

• Jin Weicheng and Pang Anguo: Their friendship is strained as Jin Weicheng discovers Pang Anguo's scheme.
• Jin Weicheng and Master Shen: Their initial encounter is tense, but Jin Weicheng comes to respect and admire Master Shen.
• Master Shen and Pang Anguo (implied): Master Shen remains unaware of Pang Anguo's plot against him.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shen Qiong's initial plan to find producers fails as none of the interested parties have relevant experience.
• Shen Qiong receives an invitation to the premiere of "The Conmen," a web series he had invested in years ago, from Han Chenbin, the son of the Han family who gifted Shen Qiong his current apartment.
• Shen Qiong decides to attend the premiere and plans to discuss his movie group idea with Director Ren Junda and Han Chenbin.
• Shen Qiong promotes "The Conmen" on his Weibo, causing anticipation for the web series to surge.
• Shen Qiong discovers that Lin Haoyan plans to use the disabled children's foundation for personal gain and decides to attend the charity library's ribbon-cutting ceremony to expose Lin Haoyan's schemes.

Character Developments

• Shen Qiong's fame has grown significantly since he first met Han Chenbin.
• Han Chenbin has matured and gained experience in filmmaking since the last time Shen Qiong saw him.
• Lin Haoyan is revealed to be using the disabled children's foundation for personal gain.

Significant Themes

• The power of Shen Qiong's influence and fame.
• The contrast between Lin Haoyan's dishonesty and Shen Qiong's desire to promote virtue.

Character Interactions

• Shen Qiong and Han Chenbin reconnect and plan to meet at the premiere of "The Conmen."
• Shen Qiong and Gu Liming discuss Lin Haoyan's schemes and decide to attend the charity library's ribbon-cutting ceremony.
• Shen Qiong plans to use the "Wish Drift" message in a bottle to expose Lin Haoyan's schemes at the ceremony.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shen Qiong discovers a new "Honest Virtue" message in a bottle that allows him to see fortunes for an entire month, sparking an idea for a new business.
• He plans to launch "Monthly Fortune Guidance" services, targeting high-end clients who can afford it.
• Shen Qiong and Ren Tianxue discuss the details of the new service and decide to create a WeChat official account to promote it.
• A video surfaces online showing Shen Qiong charging 300,000 for an in-home fortune-telling session, causing public outcry and criticism.

Character Developments

• Shen Qiong's ambition grows as he realizes there are still many things he wants to achieve, fueling his desire to make more money.
• Ren Tianxue demonstrates her business acumen by providing valuable insights into the new service and offering solutions to potential issues.

Significant Themes

• Ambition and the desire for wealth.
• The gap between the rich and the poor, and the public's perception of the wealthy.
• The potential backlash from the public when high-profile figures charge exorbitant prices for their services.

Character Interactions

• Shen Qiong and Ren Tianxue discuss the new business idea, with Ren Tianxue offering valuable input and suggestions.
• Gu Liming expresses his optimism about the new service and offers to recommend two people to help operate the official account.

Key Plot Points & Events

• Lin Haoyan releases two videos: one showing Master Shen's expensive fortune-telling session, and another showing him refusing money from a poor client.
• The internet reacts strongly to both videos, with the first sparking curiosity and controversy, and the second revealing Master Shen's compassion towards the less fortunate.
• Lin Haoyan tries to manipulate public opinion, but his plans backfire, and he decides to use his final ace to force Shen Qiong to withdraw from the charity event.

Character Developments

• Lin Haoyan's schemes are exposed, and he becomes desperate to maintain his power and reputation.
• Master Shen's true character is revealed, showing his willingness to help those in need regardless of their wealth.

Significant Themes

• The manipulation of public opinion and the power of the internet.
• The contrast between wealth and poverty, and how it affects access to help and opportunities.
• The true nature of Master Shen, who is willing to help those in need regardless of their financial status.

Character Interactions

• Lin Haoyan interacts with his henchmen, giving orders to manipulate the situation in his favor.
• Master Shen interacts with his clients, showing compassion and willingness to help regardless of their financial status.
• Gu Liming, Xu Haoda, Ren Junda, and Han Chenbin discuss movie investments and their experiences in the film industry.