Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• CANC, now with 35 members, possesses 4 Contained Objects (numbered 002 to 005).
• Adonis joins, possessing an unknown Contained Object (designated 001).
• Lan Mu, a time traveler, joins CANC, revealing he's lived for a hundred thousand years.
• An electric fan, Contained Object 'Ω-4' (Infinite Divine Wind), can generate winds of theoretically infinite strength.
• The British Empire possesses numerous Contained Objects, abused for colonization and war.
• Israel Gates, an explorer, hid many Contained Objects and proposed early containment concepts.

Character Developments

• Adonis: Reveals his Contained Object's existence but keeps its nature secret.
• Lan Mu: Shares his vast experiences, including witnessing numerous civilizations and obtaining the Hand of Creation.

Significant Themes

• The power and danger of Contained Objects.
• The importance of containment and responsible use of such objects.
• The impact of time travel on history and the existence of Contained Objects.

Character Interactions

• Adonis and Lan Mu: Adonis shares information about Contained Objects, while Lan Mu learns about this era and reveals some of his past.
• Lan Mu and CANC members: Lan Mu shares his extraordinary experiences, shocking and fascinating the CANC members.
• Adonis and CANC members: Adonis provides insights into Contained Objects, helping the members understand their power and potential danger.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Adonis reveals his 'Omniscience' regarding Containment Objects, which is limited to understanding their properties once they've had an impact on the world.
• Israel's hidden Containment Object in the Golden City is discussed, and Adonis reveals he knows its location but hasn't bothered to contain it due to its secrecy.
• Adonis expresses concern about the potential for a world war involving major Containment Object-wielding nations in the future.
• Lan Mu demonstrates his 'Hand of Creation' device, turning hydrogen into gold, which Adonis designates as α-6.
• Adonis decides to prioritize going to Britain to protect Charles Darwin, who unknowingly used a Containment Object that could cause human degeneration.

Character Developments

• Adonis shows his ability to deduce Containment Object properties and expresses concern for humanity's future.
• Lan Mu demonstrates his advanced technology and understanding of science, gaining Adonis's respect and trust.
• Enoch shows his understanding of science and concern for the organization's principles, questioning Lan Mu's use of technology for profit.

Significant Themes

• The impact of Containment Objects on society and humanity.
• The potential for misuse of advanced technology and knowledge.
• The importance of understanding and containing Containment Objects to prevent disasters.

Character Interactions

• Adonis and Lan Mu discuss Containment Objects and technology, leading to mutual respect and understanding.
• Enoch questions Lan Mu's use of technology, showing his loyalty to CANC's principles.
• Adonis and Enoch discuss the organization's priorities and plans, with Adonis making the final decision.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Charles Darwin presents his theory of evolution at the Linnean Society of London in 1858 and publishes "On the Origin of Species" in 1859.
• Darwin's health deteriorates post-publication, and he eventually passes away in 1882.
• Adonis reveals that Darwin used a Contained Object, the 'Degradation Hat', to conduct human devolution experiments, which could cause those within sight to devolve.
• Lan Mu, Adonis, and Enoch plan to contain the Degradation Hat to prevent its misuse.
• They discover that London is shielded by the Colorless Stone, which blocks all Mind Power, making it difficult for them to locate Darwin.

Character Developments

• Darwin is revealed to have used a Contained Object for his experiments, casting doubt on his theories and methods.
• Adonis demonstrates his extensive knowledge about Contained Objects and their effects.
• Lan Mu shows interest in containing the Degradation Hat and expresses his desire to merge with it due to his ability to transform into different races.

Significant Themes

• The consequences of unchecked scientific progress and the potential misuse of knowledge.
• The struggle between containing and controlling powerful objects, and the ethical dilemmas surrounding their use.
• The importance of imagination and evolution for civilizations.

Character Interactions

• Adonis and Lan Mu discuss the Degradation Hat and its effects on human evolution.
• Enoch expresses concern about Darwin's experiments and the potential backlash from the academic community.
• Lan Mu, Adonis, and Enoch plan to work together to contain the Degradation Hat and travel to London.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lan Mu uses the Prophetic Diary to learn about the Imperial Family's use of it for foresight in wars and events.
• He decides to infiltrate Buckingham Palace to retrieve a Contained Object for a friend.
• Lan Mu transforms into a Poodle to stealthily navigate the palace, facing claustrophobia due to the enclosed environment.
• He encounters Empress Victoria and her guards, using his Witch Clan transformation to intimidate them.
• Lan Mu discovers a powerful Contained Object on Victoria's dog and takes it, awakening the dog's intelligence and loyalty.
• He learns that killing is impossible within the palace due to a protective Contained Object.
• Lan Mu slaps Victoria, discovering that she's unharmed, and asks the dog about the location of other Contained Objects.

Character Developments

• Lan Mu demonstrates his adaptability and resourcefulness in infiltrating the palace and dealing with unexpected situations.
• Empress Victoria shows resilience and composure under threat, but is humiliated by Lan Mu's actions.
• Victoria's dog, now named Little Wang, gains intelligence and loyalty to Lan Mu, betraying its former owner.

Significant Themes

• The power of foresight and its impact on historical events.
• The use of Contained Objects for protection and defense.
• The consequences of betrayal and loyalty shifts.

Character Interactions

• Lan Mu and Empress Victoria: Lan Mu intimidates and humiliates Victoria, while she tries to maintain her composure and dignity.
• Lan Mu and Little Wang: Lan Mu awakens the dog's intelligence and gains its loyalty, using it to find Contained Objects.
• Lan Mu and the guards: Lan Mu uses his powers to incapacitate the guards without killing them.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lan Mu infiltrates Buckingham Palace, aiming to retrieve a Prophetic Diary.
• He confronts Queen Victoria, who is surprised by his disregard for imperial authority.
• Lan Mu retrieves the diary using Little Wang, the dog, and Victoria is humiliated.
• Lan Mu decides not to intervene in the burning of the Old Summer Palace, believing in self-reliance and the necessity of humiliation for awakening.
• He leaves Buckingham Palace, vowing to return, and Victoria vows to capture him.

Character Developments

• Victoria: Her pride and dignity are challenged by Lan Mu's actions. She becomes determined to capture him to restore her honor and utilize his powerful body for the Philosopher's Stone.
• Lan Mu: He demonstrates his power and disregard for authority, showing that he can't be easily defeated. He also shows a level of understanding and respect for historical processes.

Significant Themes

• Power and Dignity: Victoria's power and dignity are challenged and humiliated by Lan Mu, leading to her determination to capture him.
• Intervention vs. Non-Intervention: Lan Mu's decision not to intervene in the burning of the Old Summer Palace highlights his belief in self-reliance and the necessity of hardship for growth.
• Humiliation and Awakening: Lan Mu believes that humiliation can lead to awakening and growth, as seen in his decision not to intervene.

Character Interactions

• Lan Mu and Victoria: Their interaction is marked by tension and disrespect, with Lan Mu treating Victoria with disregard and Victoria becoming determined to capture him.
• Lan Mu and Little Wang: The dog aids Lan Mu in retrieving the Prophetic Diary, demonstrating their partnership.
• Lan Mu and the Nobles: Lan Mu's power is demonstrated when he sends multiple nobles flying with a single punch, showing the vast difference in their abilities.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lan Mu (Kong Xuan) returns from Buckingham Palace with the Prophetic Diary and Queen Victoria's dog, having transformed into his Great Witch form.
• He reveals he also brought back the Divine Beast Ribbon, which amplifies a beast's power a hundredfold but requires large sustenance.
• Lan Mu realizes the Prophetic Diary's designation (α-7) is earlier than expected, suggesting his presence altered the timeline.
• He considers the possibility that some Contained Objects might have been taken to other timelines, including by himself.
• Lan Mu asks Adonis about the 'Blood of Years', causing Adonis to react seriously and sorrowfully.

Character Developments

• Lan Mu (Kong Xuan): Shows off his strength and ability to retrieve Contained Objects. He becomes more introspective and concerned about the timeline's alterations.
• Adonis: Reveals his omniscience. Reacts seriously and sorrowfully when asked about the 'Blood of Years'.

Significant Themes

• The impact of Lan Mu's presence on the timeline.
• The mystery and potential dangers behind the timelines.
• The power and consequences of Contained Objects.

Character Interactions

• Lan Mu and Adonis: Lan Mu seeks information from Adonis about the 'Blood of Years'.
• Lan Mu and Enoch: Enoch is amazed by Lan Mu's strength and retrieval of the Prophetic Diary. They have a friendly exchange.
• Lan Mu and the group: They trust Lan Mu and accept his explanations, even when he takes the Divine Beast Ribbon.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Adonis demonstrates his ability to discern the nature and characteristics of unnatural phenomena with just a glance or mention.
• He deduces that Buckingham Palace's inability to kill people is due to the Contained Object, the Peace Angel, and that Lan Mu will pass down claustrophobia to his descendants.
• Adonis reveals that he views 001 as a Contained Object and believes humanity will one day understand and utilize it.
• Lan Mu understands CANC's human supremacy ideology and Adonis's grand ambition for humanity's future.
• Adonis explains that he cannot reveal the existence of 001 to others due to the contract's restrictions and the potential consequences.
• Lan Mu suggests using the Iron Doctrine to contain and control all incomprehensible things, including 001, without violating the contract's instinct.
• Adonis reveals that Lan Mu's timeline was not created by the Blood of Years but by 001.
• Lan Mu asks about an item from an alternate timeline that should have been taken away but was found by his future self.
• Adonis reveals that Lan Mu is only eight years old this year, leaving him bewildered.

Character Developments

• Adonis: Reveals his understanding of 001 and his grand ambition for humanity. Shows his concern for the future and the restrictions of his contract.
• Lan Mu: Realizes CANC's ideology and Adonis's ambition. Understands the potential consequences of revealing 001's existence. Tries to find answers about his timeline and the item from the alternate timeline.

Significant Themes

• Humanity's understanding and utilization of the world and its phenomena.
• The restrictions and consequences of contracts, as seen through Adonis's contract with 001.
• The potential dangers and benefits of containing and controlling incomprehensible things, as discussed in the context of the Iron Doctrine.
• The nature of timelines and the consequences of interacting with alternate timelines.

Character Interactions

• Adonis and Lan Mu: They discuss Adonis's abilities, CANC's ideology, the existence of 001, and the nature of timelines. Their conversation reveals their shared understanding and concern for humanity's future.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Adonis reveals that Lan Mu's timeline started eight years before Earth, in 2016, and all events before that were fabricated illusions created by information.
• Lan Mu learns that the universe and all dimensions deceived everyone about their existence and experiences.
• Adonis explains that there are nearly infinite timelines, each with different possibilities, and 001 maintains an absolute cosmic order by recording and combining these possibilities.

Character Developments

• Lan Mu struggles to accept the truth about his past and the nature of reality, but ultimately decides to face it calmly and continue with his choices.
• Adonis remains composed and determined to complete his mission, despite being a historical figure attached to Lan Mu's timeline.

Significant Themes

• The nature of reality and the illusion of time.
• The infinite possibilities of timelines and the cosmic order maintained by 001.
• The struggle to accept the truth and the importance of personal choices.

Character Interactions

• Adonis reveals the truth about Lan Mu's timeline and the nature of reality, causing Lan Mu to lash out in anger and despair.
• Lan Mu and Adonis have a heart-to-heart conversation, with Adonis helping Lan Mu regain his composure and accept the truth.
• Lan Mu and Adonis share their determination to continue making their own choices, despite the seemingly insurmountable odds against them.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lan Mu and CANC members arrive in London, 1860, to retrieve the Contained Object (Degradation Hat) from Charles Darwin.
• They infiltrate Oxford University and Darwin's residence, finding him in the basement with a tailless ape and a disturbing scene.
• Darwin reveals he's been conducting experiments on his own children, reverting them to ancestral forms, and keeps their remains in jars.
• He plans to use his eldest daughter, Annie, for further experiments to study humanity's ancient ancestors.

Character Developments

• Lan Mu: Disguises himself as Dante, shows understanding and acceptance of reality, and remains calm under unexpected circumstances.
• Darwin: Reveals his obsession with tracing humanity's ancestry, conducting unethical experiments on his children, and shows deep emotional attachment to his 'ancestral' forms.

Significant Themes

• The price of scientific advancement and obsession.
• The ethical implications of scientific research.
• The struggle between personal emotions and scientific objectivity.

Character Interactions

• Lan Mu and Adonis work together, accepting reality and facing challenges calmly.
• Darwin's interaction with the ape (Annie) and his children's remains highlights his emotional attachment and scientific fanaticism.
• The CANC members' reactions to Darwin's experiments showcase their shock and fear.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Darwin, a mad scientist, experiments on his own children, turning them into apes and other creatures.
• Lan Mu and Adonis from CANC (Contained Object Acquisition Group) infiltrate Darwin's basement to retrieve a Contained Object, the Degradation Hat.
• Darwin's daughter, Annie, now a Black Ape, is freed by Lan Mu, who calms her and enhances her physique.
• A Royal Explorer secretly monitors Lan Mu's group and is shocked by Lan Mu's combat power, which exceeds one hundred million.

Character Developments

• Darwin: Revealed as a mad scientist who experiments on his own children, justifying his actions as sacrifices for science.
• Annie: Transformed into a Black Ape by her father, later freed and enhanced by Lan Mu.
• Lan Mu: Demonstrates his power and compassion by calming Annie and enhancing her physique.

Significant Themes

• Sacrifice for scientific advancement vs. the value of human life.
• The consequences of unchecked ambition and disregard for morality.
• The dual nature of power: its potential for good and harm.

Character Interactions

• Darwin and his children: Darwin's disregard for his children's well-being is starkly contrasted with his dedication to science.
• Lan Mu and Annie: Lan Mu's compassion and power are shown through his interaction with Annie, demonstrating his ability to both enhance and soothe.
• Lan Mu and the Royal Explorer: The explorer's shock and fear at Lan Mu's combat power highlight the latter's formidable presence and the potential threat he poses.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Royal Expeditionary Force learns of Lan Mu's presence in London and his immense combat power (up to 107 million).
• Victoria, the Empress, orders his capture at any cost, recalling all explorers and preparing a bounty if the operation fails.
• Lan Mu and his group walk through London with Annie, being followed by a pigeon from the Royal Expeditionary Force.
• Lan Mu notices the pigeon and intimidates it with a glance, causing it to flee.
• The group meets at St. Martin's Church, where the Colorless Stone is buried, surrounded by the Royal Expeditionary Force and a hundred-strong Royal Army.
• Alfred, a Lord of the British Empire, approaches them, armed with the Swastika Blade and other Contained Objects.

Character Developments

• Lan Mu demonstrates his intimidating gaze, terrifying Bob from the Royal Expeditionary Force.
• Adonis reveals his knowledge of Alfred's Contained Objects and their capabilities.
• Alfred shows respect and politeness, introducing himself as a Lord of the British Empire and stating that he won't kill Lan Mu, following the Empress's orders.

Significant Themes

• Power Dynamics: The chapter highlights the power struggle between Lan Mu and the British Empire, with Victoria ordering his capture and Alfred confronting him.
• Intimidation and Fear: Lan Mu's gaze instills fear in Bob, demonstrating his ability to intimidate without using physical force.
• Contained Objects and Equipment: The focus on Alfred's Contained Objects and Lan Mu's reaction to them emphasizes the importance of these powerful artifacts in the story's universe.

Character Interactions

• Lan Mu and Adonis exchange information about Alfred's Contained Objects, showing their close relationship and understanding of the hidden truths.
• Lan Mu intimidates the pigeon and later interacts with Alfred, showcasing his nonchalance and confidence in the face of adversity.
• Alfred approaches Lan Mu and his group, maintaining polite decorum while preparing for a confrontation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lan Mu's combat power assessment is revealed to be over 100 million, shocking Alfred and others.
• Alfred attacks Lan Mu, but his Swastika Blade is ineffective due to Lan Mu's immortality.
• Alfred and Lan Mu engage in a high-speed, high-power fight, with Alfred sustaining severe injuries.
• Alfred's injuries are hidden from his team, and he continues to engage Lan Mu.
• Adonis warns Lan Mu about an incoming enemy with a Contained Object pen that turns people into scapegoats.
• George, another enemy with a Contained Object prosthetic limb that retrieves items from fantasy, arrives.

Character Developments

• Lan Mu: Demonstrates his immortality and immense strength, handling Alfred's attacks with ease.
• Alfred: Initially confident, he becomes increasingly desperate and injured, but maintains a facade of calm.
• Adonis: Provides crucial information about incoming enemies and their Contained Objects.
• George: Arrives late but eager to claim credit for defeating Lan Mu.

Significant Themes

• Power Dynamics: The chapter highlights the disparity in power between Lan Mu and the other characters, with Lan Mu's strength far surpassing his opponents.
• Perception vs Reality: Alfred's team underestimates Lan Mu's power, leading to their eventual defeat.
• Mental Fortitude: Alfred and George maintain their composure despite facing a formidable opponent.

Character Interactions

• Lan Mu and Alfred: Their fight showcases Lan Mu's overwhelming power and Alfred's desperate attempts to defeat him.
• Adonis and Lan Mu: Adonis provides crucial information to Lan Mu, demonstrating their teamwork.
• Alfred and George: Their interaction reveals Alfred's willingness to let George take the lead against Lan Mu, hinting at Alfred's true condition.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Fantasy Right Hand, a powerful artifact that consumes human imagination, appears on Earth early and not in CANC's control, indicating its user has started consuming human imagination.
• Lan Mu confronts George, the user of the Fantasy Right Hand, and they engage in a battle. George uses various materialized fantasy items, including Moses's Staff and a holy sword, but Lan Mu overpowers him.
• George attempts to send Lan Mu to Hell using the holy sword, but instead, a real demon, Samoyed, emerges from the opened rift.

Character Developments

• Lan Mu: Demonstrates incredible strength, speed, and durability. He's revealed to be Dante, the Demon God, and understands fantasy items well. He's calm and composed even when faced with a real demon.
• George: A fanatical believer who despises science and uses humanity's imagination for his gain. He's revealed to be a false believer and resorts to any means necessary, including summoning a demon.
• Alfred: Remains relatively calm amidst the chaos, showing bravery and composure. He chides George for causing panic.

Significant Themes

• The consequences of using humanity's imagination for personal gain.
• The power of belief and faith, both in God and in fantasy items.
• The fear and awe inspired by the unknown, such as the real demon Samoyed.

Character Interactions

• Lan Mu vs. George: A battle of strength and will, with Lan Mu ultimately overpowering George.
• George vs. Alfred: George's actions cause panic, while Alfred remains calm and chides George.
• Lan Mu's recognition of Samoyed: Lan Mu's calm reaction to the demon hints at a past connection between them.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The demon that appears is the Samoyed, which Lan Mu had previously killed in his timeline.
• The Samoyed, now controlled by a Holy Sword, attacks Lan Mu and the others, causing significant destruction.
• Lan Mu defeats the Samoyed using its True Name and sends it back to Hell.
• George, the priest controlling the Samoyed, is killed by Lan Mu.
• Adonis recruits Alfred and Bob into CANC to help contain objects.

Character Developments

• Lan Mu demonstrates his immense power and control over demons.
• Adonis shows his strategic thinking and determination to build CANC, offering Lan Mu the designation of Zero Two.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics between demons and humans.
• The importance of understanding and controlling contained objects.
• The responsibility and dedication required for containment work.

Character Interactions

• Lan Mu and the Samoyed: Lan Mu shows no mercy towards the Samoyed, using its True Name to control it.
• Lan Mu and George: Lan Mu kills George after becoming frustrated with his attempts to control the Samoyed.
• Adonis and Alfred/Bob: Adonis recruits Alfred and Bob into CANC, showing his trust in their abilities.
• Lan Mu and Adonis: Adonis offers Lan Mu the designation of Zero Two, showing his respect and appreciation for Lan Mu's contributions to CANC.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lan Mu temporarily joins CANC, a gentler version than in Themis's era.
• Zero Two's true identity and destination remain unknown to Themis.
• Secrets of Zero Two's early days are buried with the passing of Zero One's generation.
• Lan Mu and Adonis encounter Viscount Trier, who uses a Shrinking Light to capture them.
• Lan Mu reveals his true identity as Kong Xuan, displaying immense power.
• Lan Mu sweeps away all enemies, leaving Adonis to handle the aftermath.

Character Developments

• Lan Mu/Zero Two: Shows overbearing strength, reveals true identity, and accepts the consequences of using power beyond the peak.
• Adonis: Worries about Lan Mu's overuse of power and understands Zero One's dissatisfaction with him.
• Alfred: Joins CANC, reveals Trier's secrets, and panics when captured.
• Trier: Angered by Alfred's betrayal, attempts to capture Lan Mu and Adonis, but is swept away.

Significant Themes

• Power and its consequences: Lan Mu's use of overwhelming power has severe repercussions.
• Identity and secrets: Zero Two's true identity and the secrets of CANC's early days are revealed.
• Trust and betrayal: Alfred's betrayal angers Trier, while Lan Mu and Adonis trust each other implicitly.

Character Interactions

• Lan Mu and Adonis: Work together against Trier, with Lan Mu providing overbearing strength and Adonis handling the aftermath.
• Lan Mu and Alfred: Alfred reveals Trier's secrets but panics when captured, while Lan Mu remains calm.
• Trier and Alfred: Trier is angered by Alfred's betrayal, leading to their confrontation.
• Lan Mu and Zero One: Lan Mu acknowledges Zero One's dissatisfaction with his actions, accepting the consequences of his power use.

Key Plot Points and Events

• CANC's ships drift on the Atlantic Ocean, eventually landing on a new island created by Lan Mu.
• A conference is held to establish CANC's leadership lineup, the Enlightener sequence, with Adonis (Zero One), Lan Mu (Zero Two), Enoch (Zero Three), and Alfred (Zero Four) as the first four leaders.
• Contained Objects obtained from London are allocated and stored.
• Adonis and Lan Mu discuss Lan Mu's fate and his decision to stay or return.

Character Developments

• Adonis demonstrates his omniscience and impartiality as Zero One, respecting Lan Mu's decision while trying to persuade him to stay.
• Lan Mu struggles with his fate, feeling powerless and weary, but ultimately decides to trust Adonis with his true story.

Significant Themes

• Fate and free will: Lan Mu grapples with the inevitability of his fate and the possibility of changing it.
• Trust and friendship: Lan Mu's decision to share his story with Adonis highlights the growing trust between them.
• Power and responsibility: The establishment of CANC's leadership lineup emphasizes the importance of power distribution and decision-making within the organization.

Character Interactions

• Adonis and Lan Mu: Their conversation reveals Adonis's respect for Lan Mu's decision and his desire to help, while Lan Mu decides to trust Adonis with his story.
• Lan Mu and CANC members: Lan Mu's absence during the four-day stay on the island suggests intense discussions with Adonis about CANC's future and Lan Mu's fate.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lan Mu decides to return to his original timeline to challenge Viktor, despite knowing it means certain death.
• Adonis offers to help Lan Mu by providing him with a Containment Object, a 2D Paint, which can trap Viktor in a 2D dimension, nullifying his high-dimensional abilities.
• Lan Mu and Adonis travel to the Netherlands to retrieve the 2D Paint.

Character Developments

• Lan Mu demonstrates his resolve and determination to face Viktor, accepting the risks involved.
• Adonis reveals his belief in Lan Mu as the potential challenger to 001, showing faith in his abilities.

Significant Themes

• The struggle between life and nature, represented by Lan Mu and 001 respectively.
• The concept of existence and non-existence, explored through the 2D dimension and the Death Substitute Pen.

Character Interactions

• Lan Mu and Adonis work together, with Adonis providing crucial information and assistance to Lan Mu.
• Lan Mu's resolve is tested and strengthened through his conversation with Adonis about the challenges ahead.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Death Substitute Pen's limitations are revealed: it can be destroyed and its marks can be erased.
• Lan Mu learns about the Equalizing Halo's limitations; it's not effective against true Agents or information-based defenses.
• Lan Mu and Adonis pursue the holder of the 2D Paint, a child named Vincent van Gogh, who uses the paint to draw people into a 2D dimension.
• Adonis confiscates Vincent's drawing board and paints, and offers to sponsor his education and transfer him to a better school.

Character Developments

• Lan Mu gains a deeper understanding of information's complexities and limitations.
• Adonis demonstrates his strategic thinking and recruitment skills by offering to help Vincent.

Significant Themes

• The limitations of power and knowledge.
• The potential for growth and change in individuals, even in despairing situations.
• The recruitment and cultivation of new talents.

Character Interactions

• Lan Mu and Adonis work together to find and stop Vincent.
• Adonis interacts with Vincent, showing kindness and offering help, hinting at potential recruitment into CANC.
• An unknown Contained Object holder is mentioned, following Lan Mu, but they don't interact in this chapter.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Adonis decides to transfer Van Gogh to CANC's school and arrange tutors for him.
• Lan Mu recognizes Van Gogh's name and predicts his future as a CANC member.
• Adonis hands Lan Mu a paint can, a Contained Object for dealing with Viktor.
• Lan Mu and Adonis discuss the nature of the 2D dimension and manga's potential.
• A fat man attacks them using a Ghost Iron Hook, targeting the paint can.
• Lan Mu captures the fat man and suggests human experimentation for studying the 2D dimension.

Character Developments

• Adonis shows concern for Van Gogh's well-being and future.
• Lan Mu demonstrates his knowledge of the future and his strategic thinking.
• The fat man, revealed to be a criminal using a contained object, shows fear and desperation.

Significant Themes

• The future impact of CANC and its members.
• The nature of contained objects and their creators.
• The potential of the 2D dimension and its rules.
• The ethical implications of human experimentation.

Character Interactions

• Adonis and Lan Mu discuss the paint can and the 2D dimension, showing mutual respect and understanding.
• Lan Mu and the fat man interact, with Lan Mu showing no mercy towards the criminal.
• Adonis and Lan Mu discuss the possibility of human experimentation, showing a shared willingness to explore the 2D dimension's potential.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lan Mu captures a fat man, the first D-class personnel of CANC, without learning his name.
• CANC grows, containing wild Contained Objects and recruiting D-class personnel.
• Lan Mu forces D-class personnel to draw manga, sending them into the 2D dimension for experiments and missions.
• Lan Mu and Adonis discuss the power of the 2D dimension and its limitations.
• Lan Mu leads a CANC team to intercept a British fleet, seizing Contained Objects and cultural relics.
• Lan Mu returns to the base with new D-class personnel and treasures, explaining his actions to Adonis.

Character Developments

• Lan Mu: Shows his power and strategic thinking, expanding CANC's influence and resources. He also demonstrates his desire to explore the 2D dimension further.
• Adonis: Maintains his role as an advisor, expressing concern about Lan Mu's actions and the organization's stability.

Significant Themes

• The power and limitations of the 2D dimension.
• The growth and expansion of CANC as an organization.
• The consequences of Lan Mu's actions on the Containment Zone's order and stability.

Character Interactions

• Lan Mu and Adonis: Discuss the 2D dimension's capabilities and the potential repercussions of Lan Mu's actions.
• Lan Mu and the British fleet: Lan Mu demonstrates his power and takes what he wants, leaving the British forces bewildered.
• Lan Mu and his subordinates: They follow his orders without question, showing their faith in his abilities.