Chapter Summaries

Key plot points and events

• Yu Xing and Zhao Yijiu enter Base 51’s archives using Zhao’s shadow-traveling ability, avoiding the attention their arrival might attract.
• Yu Xing suspects the base’s medical records may reveal the deduction’s main storyline, especially because its equipment can detect lingering viral factors. He plans to investigate while Zhao searches the dormitories for Carlos or scouts the base.
• Before Zhao leaves, Yu Xing uses his curse to place a tree-patterned brand on Zhao’s forehead. The process is unsettling and physically draining for Yu Xing, but Zhao confirms it does not hurt.
• Yu Xing explains that the brand contains part of his curse’s source. It can protect Zhao in danger, reveal his location to Yu Xing, and allow Yu Xing to teleport to him—particularly useful if Lingren threatens him.

Character developments

• Yu Xing shows increased power: his curse is now strong enough to overwhelm Zhao, who has reached Despair level. He also demonstrates careful control and concern for Zhao’s safety.
• Zhao Yijiu remains uneasy around Yu Xing’s overwhelming power, but trusts him enough to stay still through the branding. He also mocks the vengeful ghost inside him for its fear.
• The vengeful ghost is revealed to be far more frightened of Yu Xing’s curse than Zhao is, fearing that it could destroy their shared soul.

Significant themes

• Trust amid danger: Zhao’s instinctive fear does not prevent him from trusting Yu Xing.
• Protection and control: Yu Xing’s brand offers safety, but also gives him a way to locate and reach Zhao.
• Preserving humanity and uncovering truth: The archives symbolize civilization’s memory, while the medical records may hold clues to the larger mystery.
• Escalating power and risk: Yu Xing’s strength has grown dramatically, and the chapter stresses the danger of remaining too long in a high-level deduction world.

Character interactions

• Yu Xing assigns Zhao practical tasks but stops him before he leaves to brand him.
• Zhao endures the frightening procedure without resisting, while Yu Xing checks whether it hurts and reassures him.
• Zhao and the vengeful ghost trade private insults, revealing their tense, wary relationship.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Yu Xing allows Zhao Yijiu to explore the base alone, trusting him with the brand.
• Zhao Yijiu, using his shadow abilities, infiltrates the base undetected.
• Yu Xing examines a paper figure given by Carlos, noticing its intentionally poor facial features, which raises his suspicions about Carlos's true strength and intentions.

Character Developments

• Yu Xing: Shows increased strength, possibly at True-level, and demonstrates strategic thinking by keeping his plan to find Carlos secret from Zhao Yijiu.
• Zhao Yijiu: Proves his loyalty and stealth skills by accepting the brand and infiltrating the base.
• Carlos: Implied to be hiding his true strength, as Yu Xing notices the poor quality of the paper figure's facial features.

Significant Themes

• Trust and loyalty: Yu Xing trusts Zhao Yijiu enough to brand him, while Zhao Yijiu proves his loyalty by accepting the brand and following Yu Xing's orders.
• Strength and deception: Yu Xing suspects Carlos of hiding his true strength, raising questions about Carlos's intentions and the potential dangers within their team.

Character Interactions

• Yu Xing and Zhao Yijiu: Yu Xing trusts Zhao Yijiu with the brand, showing their growing bond. Zhao Yijiu, in turn, accepts the brand and follows Yu Xing's orders without question.
• Yu Xing and Carlos: Yu Xing suspects Carlos of hiding his true strength due to the poor quality of the paper figure's facial features, suggesting a potential rift in their trust and camaraderie.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Yu Xing decides to track Ling Heng, wondering if he's resurrected Han Xinyi.
• Yu Xing finds a ballpoint pen and a paper figure in the archive room.
• He redraws the face of the paper figure and sends out curse energy to test it.
• Yu Xing sees space power around the paper figure and attempts to alter its rules with his curse.
• He successfully assimilates the space power into his own curse power.
• Yu Xing's consciousness follows a thread into the void, leading him to Carlos.
• Yu Xing possesses Carlos, seeing through his eyes and hearing through his ears.

Character Developments

• Yu Xing demonstrates his ability to track and his understanding of different powers (curse, space, time, shadow).
• Carlos is shown to be patient and caring, playing games with a girl.

Significant Themes

• The materialization of primordial powers (curse, space, time, shadow, slaughter).
• The struggle for power and control between characters.
• The consequences of possession and the loss of individuality.

Character Interactions

• Yu Xing interacts with Carlos through possession, experiencing his perspective.
• Carlos interacts with an unnamed girl, showing kindness and patience.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Yu Xing's consciousness transfers into Carlos, allowing him to observe unseen.
• Yu Xing detects a malicious coldness, likely from the Lingren, emanating from Xiao Yao, a girl Carlos is teaching a game.
• Carlos's body briefly acts independently, moving and making facial expressions without his control.
• Carlos leaves to investigate in the toilet, taking out a paper figure and activating it with a drop of blood.

Character Developments

• Yu Xing: Realizes the danger Xiao Yao poses to Carlos and decides to warn him. Discovers he has enhanced perception in his current state.
• Carlos: Becomes aware of an external force controlling his body. Decides to investigate in private.

Significant Themes

• Perception vs. Reality: Yu Xing's unique perspective allows him to sense the Lingren's influence, while Carlos remains unaware until his body acts independently.
• Trust and Betrayal: Xiao Yao's potential threat highlights the danger of trusting others, especially those close to Carlos.
• Power and Control: The Lingren's ability to influence Carlos's body demonstrates their power and Carlos's lack of control in this situation.

Character Interactions

• Yu Xing and Carlos: Yu Xing observes Carlos's actions and decides to warn him, showing a level of concern for Carlos's safety.
• Carlos and Xiao Yao: Carlos becomes wary of Xiao Yao after she senses Yu Xing's presence. He decides to leave her to investigate the strange occurrences.
• Carlos and the Lingren: Carlos's body acting independently suggests the Lingren's involvement, setting up a potential confrontation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Carlos uses a paper figure to determine if Yu Xing is a threat, with the figure reacting and displaying the Chinese character "Mirror".
• Carlos suspects a mirror-related curse and interacts with his reflection, expecting to reveal the culprit.
• Carlos cuts the paper figure, causing his reflection to change into Yu Xing's appearance.

Character Developments

• Carlos demonstrates his magical abilities and analytical skills, showing his calm and composed demeanor under unusual circumstances.
• Yu Xing exhibits his ability to possess and influence Carlos's body, and his resourcefulness in trying to defuse the situation.

Significant Themes

• The theme of possession and control is explored through Yu Xing's attachment to Carlos and Carlos's attempt to control the situation.
• The idea of reflection and reality is presented through the mirror, symbolizing the duality of appearances and truth.

Character Interactions

• Carlos and Yu Xing's relationship is further developed, with Carlos expressing surprise and Yu Xing trying to maintain a lighthearted attitude despite the awkward situation.
• Carlos's interaction with his reflection showcases his confidence and skill, while Yu Xing's appearance in the reflection reveals his presence and influence.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A sudden virus test is announced, causing panic among survivors.
• Carlos realizes Yu Xing, not a ghostly creature, is possessing him.
• Carlos and Yu Xing deduce that the test is related to deducers' missions to investigate the base.
• Carlos decides to attend the test, knowing hiding would lead to stricter testing later.

Character Developments

• Carlos shows empathy for the deducer who triggered the event and decides to face the test.
• Yu Xing reveals he can leave Carlos' body anytime and has vast mental energy for possession.

Significant Themes

• Fear of the unknown and uncertainty, as seen in the survivors' panic about the sudden test.
• The theme of facing challenges head-on, as demonstrated by Carlos' decision to attend the test.

Character Interactions

• Carlos and Yu Xing work together to understand the situation and decide their course of action.
• Xiao Yao seeks comfort and support from Carlos, showing trust in him.
• Carlos shows understanding and kindness towards Xiao Yao, agreeing to accompany her to the test.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Base 51's peculiar testing hall is illuminated for a sudden, late-night virus detection test.
• Survivors, dressed in white striped uniforms, queue up for the test, displaying unease and dissatisfaction.
• The testing process involves making deep incisions on survivors' forearms without anesthesia, drawing blood into syringes, and injecting it into test tubes.

Character Developments

• Carlos: Maintains his composure despite the ominous atmosphere. He communicates with Yu Xing using Morse code, expressing his suspicions about Base 51.
• Yu Xing: Observes the testing process, growing more convinced of Base 51's sinister nature. He looks for familiar faces in the crowd but struggles to spot anyone.

Significant Themes

• Suspicion and Dread: The atmosphere in the hall, the testing process, and the survivors' reactions build a sense of foreboding and mistrust towards Base 51.
• Power Dynamics: The record keeper's speech highlights the power imbalance between the base's founders/clearing squad and the survivors, emphasizing the survivors' dependency and gratitude.

Character Interactions

• Carlos and Yu Xing: They communicate using Morse code, sharing their thoughts and suspicions about Base 51.
• Survivors and the Record Keeper: The record keeper's speech silences the murmuring survivors, instilling a sense of guilt and shame for their initial reluctance to the test.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Survivors undergo weekly virus tests, involving cutting their arms and drawing blood.
• Yu Xing observes that Xiao Yao and other survivors have no wounds, suggesting the test results might be manipulated.
• Luo Jue, a talented talisman user from the Luo family, undergoes the test, showing fear of pain and hostility towards the masked tester.

Character Developments

• Xiao Yao: Shows concern for Carlos, revealing her affection for him. She's wronged by a tester's mocking and expresses her desire to retaliate.
• Carlos: Reveals he gave Xiao Yao an osmanthus flower as a talisman, showing his care for her.
• Luo Jue: Demonstrates her fear of pain and dislike for the masked tester, hinting at a past history between them.

Significant Themes

• Pain and Suffering: Survivors endure weekly painful tests, highlighting their resilience and the harsh conditions they face.
• Manipulation and Deception: Yu Xing suspects the test results might be manipulated, questioning the integrity of the process.
• Hidden Relationships: The tension between Luo Jue and the masked tester suggests a complex relationship or history between them.

Character Interactions

• Xiao Yao and Carlos: Their interaction reveals Xiao Yao's love for Carlos and his subtle affection for her.
• Luo Jue and the Masked Tester: Their tense exchange hints at a past history or secret between them.
• Yu Xing and Carlos: Yu Xing learns about the osmanthus flower Carlos gave Xiao Yao, showing his interest in their relationship.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Survivors are divided into teams for checks, with Carlos and Lingren in separate teams.
• Lingren passes the check quickly and quietly, exchanges a meaningful smile with Carlos.
• Yu Xing, possessing Carlos, warns him about the harmful check and plans to meet later.
• Carlos undergoes the check, experiencing pain and nausea as his arm is cut and blood is collected.
• After the check, Carlos is directed to a different resting room due to overcrowding.

Character Developments

• Carlos: Shows resilience during the painful check, maintains composure despite discomfort. He also displays kindness and politeness when talking to the checker.
• Lingren: Seems ordinary among the crowd but remains dangerous, as hinted by their exchange with Carlos.
• Yu Xing: Shows concern for Carlos's safety during the check, suggesting a growing bond between them.

Significant Themes

• Trust and Deception: Lingren's ability to blend in with the crowd raises questions about trust and who might be deceiving whom.
• Pain and Resilience: Carlos's experience during the check highlights the physical and psychological challenges survivors face.
• Communication and Connection: The exchange between Carlos and the checker, as well as Yu Xing's warning, emphasize the importance of communication and connection among survivors.

Character Interactions

• Carlos and Lingren: Their exchange of looks and smiles suggests a history between them, possibly involving conflict or tension.
• Carlos and the Checker: Their conversation reveals the checker's sister's positive experience with Carlos's storytelling, hinting at Carlos's kindness and the potential for positive interactions among survivors.
• Carlos and Yu Xing: Yu Xing's warning and plan to meet later indicate a growing partnership and mutual concern between them.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Carlos, injured, triggers a surveillance camera while trying to release a paper figure.
• He discovers an unusual resting room with 13 people, including Xiao Yao, who can't leave.
• The base's recorder announces no infections, but Carlos learns 13 are infected.
• The female Officer appears, orders the disposal of the infected, and mentions a 'Water Ghost' separately.

Character Developments

• Carlos shows cunning by using a paper figure to eavesdrop and remains calm under suspicion.
• The Officer is revealed to be ruthless and authoritative, prioritizing base safety over individual lives.

Significant Themes

• Suspicion and Trust: Carlos is suspected of being infected, challenging his trustworthiness.
• Power and Authority: The Officer's actions highlight her power and the base's hierarchical structure.

Character Interactions

• Carlos and Xiao Yao show concern for each other's well-being.
• The Officer and the recorder interact, displaying a hierarchical relationship.
• Carlos's paper figure eavesdrops on the recorder and the Officer, revealing their conversation to the reader.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Carlos plants a paper figure in the base's door gap to monitor the female officer's orders.
• The base labels the thirteen chosen individuals as "infected" despite their green test results.
• The clearing squad, led by an unfamiliar middle-aged man, arrives with guns, claiming to take them for re-examination.

Character Developments

• Carlos becomes suspicious of the base's true intentions and decides to stay to uncover the commonality among the labeled individuals.
• Xiao Yao shows concern for Carlos' unusual behavior.

Significant Themes

• Trust and betrayal: Carlos' suspicion of the base and the clearing squad's hostile behavior towards the survivors.
• The value of life: Survivors' instinctive reaction to protect their lives when threatened by the clearing squad's guns.

Character Interactions

• Carlos and Xiao Yao: Xiao Yao notices Carlos' unusual behavior and expresses concern.
• Survivors and the clearing squad: Survivors argue with the clearing squad about being pointed at with guns, highlighting their instinct to protect their lives.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The group is escorted by the clearing squad, who take them to a hidden incinerator instead of a retesting area.
• The clearing squad reveals they are following the officer's orders to eliminate the "infected" for the base's safety.
• The group is forced towards the incinerator, with the clearing squad blocking their escape.

Character Developments

• Carlos remains calm and observant, trying to find a solution.
• The group becomes increasingly desperate and fearful, with some trying to reason with the clearing squad and others begging for their lives.
• The bespectacled youth shows understanding of the situation and remains relatively composed.

Significant Themes

• Fear and desperation in the face of imminent danger.
• The power dynamics between those with weapons and those without.
• The theme of scapegoating and false accusations.

Character Interactions

• The group interacts with the clearing squad, trying to reason with them or beg for their lives, but the clearing squad remains unmoved.
• Carlos interacts with the clearing squad, proposing a solution to spare their lives.
• The group members interact with each other, expressing their fear and desperation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Carlos and the survivors are ordered to be taken to the incinerator room by the clearing squad, implying they will be killed to silence them.
• Carlos reveals he's not human but a magical entity, using illusions to confuse and defeat the clearing squad.
• He kills the clearing squad members and decides to leave the base, inviting the survivors to join him.

Character Developments

• Carlos: Reveals his non-human nature and his ability to use magic tricks (illusions) to deceive and defeat enemies. He shows leadership and strategic thinking, deciding to take the survivors with him to gather information.
• Survivors: Initially terrified and passive, they gain hope and courage after seeing Carlos's power. They decide to follow him, showing a shift from fear to determination.

Significant Themes

• Power and Control: Carlos's power dynamics shift as he reveals his true nature, gaining control over the situation. The clearing squad, initially in control, is now powerless.
• Trust and Betrayal: The base's betrayal of the survivors is a stark reminder of the lack of trust in the post-apocalyptic world. Carlos's invitation to join him could be seen as a new opportunity for trust.

Character Interactions

• Carlos and the Clearing Squad: Carlos outsmarts and defeats the clearing squad, showcasing his power and cunning.
• Carlos and the Survivors: Carlos saves the survivors, gaining their trust and respect. He invites them to join him, showing a desire for companionship and information gathering.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The author reassures readers that 'Absurdity' will not be abandoned and will have a complete ending.
• The author explains the intermittent updates due to financial struggles, as 'Absurdity' hasn't been profitable and has a vast scope.
• The author mentions starting a second project and taking on other work to make a living.
• The author expresses regret for the lack of progress in 'Absurdity' despite a recent diligent update period.
• The author encourages readers to check in on 'Absurdity' occasionally as a leisure activity.

Character Developments

• No significant character developments in this chapter as it's an announcement.
• Yu Xing, the main character, is mentioned as a significant work in the author's career.

Significant Themes

• The struggle of an author balancing financial needs and creative aspirations.
• The commitment to completing a story despite challenges.
• The importance of reader support and patience.

Character Interactions

• No character interactions in this chapter as it's an announcement.
• The author indirectly interacts with readers through the announcement, expressing gratitude, regret, and reassurance.

Key Plot Points and Events

• After an emergency inspection, several survivors, including Xiao Yao and A'Luo, go missing.
• Zhuzi and A Jin, members of the clearing squad, notice the disappearances and suspect foul play.
• An officer from Base 1, Yu Xing, arrives at Base 51, causing excitement among survivors. He's accompanied by Zhao Yijiu.
• Yu Xing and Zhao Yijiu encounter two secretaries who question their identities and intentions.

Character Developments

• Zhuzi and A Jin show concern and curiosity about the missing survivors, hinting at their investigative nature.
• Lingren, injured but unconcerned, shows amusement at the unfolding events, suggesting he's involved in the mysteries.
• Yu Xing and Zhao Yijiu display their acting skills and assertiveness, successfully navigating the suspicious secretaries.

Significant Themes

• Secrecy and Deception: The base officers hide information about the missing survivors, and the secretaries try to deceive Yu Xing and Zhao Yijiu.
• Status and Power: The arrival of officers from Base 1 highlights the power dynamics between bases and within the base itself.

Character Interactions

• Zhuzi and A Jin exchange information and suspicions about the missing survivors, showing their partnership and shared concerns.
• Yu Xing and Zhao Yijiu work together to present a convincing front, with Zhao Yijiu acting as the stern deputy officer and Yu Xing as the more approachable officer.
• The secretaries interact with Yu Xing and Zhao Yijiu, initially trying to catch them in a lie but ultimately backing down when presented with the transfer order.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Yu Xing and Zhao Yijiu arrive at Base 51 to investigate the destruction of nearby bases.
• They meet with the base's female officer who is cautious and tries to gauge their intentions.
• Yu Xing and Zhao Yijiu are given a special dormitory and are expected to interact with base personnel.

Character Developments

• Yu Xing: Displays his ability to adapt to different personas, but finds acting tiring. He's observant and strategic in his interactions with the base officer.
• Zhao Yijiu: Shows his analytical skills and experience in deductive reasoning. He's perceptive about the base officer's intentions and the potential use of a honey trap.

Significant Themes

• Deception and Trust: The base officer tries to deceive Yu Xing and Zhao Yijiu, while they maintain their facade to gather information.
• Power Dynamics: The base officer's attempt to control the situation and her subordinates' obsequious behavior highlight the power dynamics within the base.

Character Interactions

• Yu Xing and Zhao Yijiu: Their dynamic is shown to be close and comfortable, with Yu Xing teasing Zhao Yijiu about his past experiences.
• Yu Xing and the Base Officer: Their interaction is tense, with both parties trying to read the other's intentions.
• Zhao Yijiu and the Base Officer: Zhao Yijiu's cold and perceptive demeanor contrasts with the base officer's attempts to manipulate the situation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhao Yijiu and Yu Xing sneak out of their dorm to investigate the base.
• Zhao Yijiu aims to gather information from the cafeteria, while Yu Xing plans to access personnel files and meet an "old friend" (not Lingren).
• Yu Xing uses his shadow form to infiltrate the personnel department building undetected.

Character Developments

• Zhao Yijiu shows maturity and initiative in decision-making.
• Yu Xing demonstrates his ability to manipulate information and connections for his advantage.

Significant Themes

• The importance of information gathering and control in the apocalypse.
• The use of deception and manipulation to gain an edge.

Character Interactions

• Zhao Yijiu and Yu Xing work together, acknowledging each other's strengths and weaknesses.
• Yu Xing's past connections and influence within the base are hinted at.
• Survivors in the base react to Yu Xing's presence, speculating about his identity and purpose.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Yu Xing infiltrates the base's file room undetected, discovering that Zeng Lai is also present in the base.
• Yu Xing learns that there are nine deducers in the base, including Carlos and himself, who have switched places with Zhao Yijiu.
• The female officer orders Secretary One to injure Yu Xing and Carlos to keep them in the base.
• Luo Qishan and Luo Jue discover that the chicks in the breeding area react to the virus detection knife, indicating the presence of the vengeful spirit virus.
• An unknown individual approaches Luo Qishan and Luo Jue, asking when they can eat the chicks.

Character Developments

• Yu Xing demonstrates his ability to infiltrate and gather information undetected.
• The female officer shows her manipulative nature and interest in Yu Xing and Carlos.
• Luo Qishan and Luo Jue work together to investigate the base, showing their teamwork and determination.

Significant Themes

• Deception and infiltration: Yu Xing's actions highlight the theme of deception and infiltration, as he gathers information without being detected.
• Manipulation and control: The female officer's orders to Secretary One illustrate her desire to control and manipulate others to achieve her goals.
• Investigation and discovery: Luo Qishan and Luo Jue's investigation of the chicks in the breeding area emphasizes the theme of discovery and uncovering hidden truths.

Character Interactions

• Yu Xing interacts with the base's security systems, demonstrating his ability to manipulate and deceive technology.
• The female officer interacts with Secretary One, giving orders and threatening him to ensure compliance.
• Luo Qishan and Luo Jue interact with each other, working together to investigate the base and sharing their findings.
• An unknown individual interacts with Luo Qishan and Luo Jue, approaching them stealthily and asking about the chicks, revealing their presence and causing tension between the characters.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Yu Xing, presumed dead, reappears before Luo Jue and Luo Qishan.
• He claims to have been trapped in an instance for a year and has only recently escaped.
• The Luo siblings are initially suspicious but eventually accept his explanation.

Character Developments

• Yu Xing: Reveals his survival after being presumed dead. He is calm and collected, maintaining his composure despite the siblings' suspicion.
• Luo Jue: Shows concern and joy at Yu Xing's reappearance, but also caution due to his sudden appearance. She is more open to accepting Yu Xing's story.
• Luo Qishan: Initially vigilant and questioning, he becomes more relaxed after Yu Xing passes Luo Jue's ghostly energy test. He remains cautious but more accepting of Yu Xing's presence.

Significant Themes

• Trust and Betrayal: The theme of trust and betrayal is prominent, with the Luo siblings initially suspicious of Yu Xing's reappearance. Yu Xing's calm demeanor and passing the ghostly energy test help to rebuild trust.
• The Absurdity System's Punishment: The Absurdity System's harsh punishment for deducers who fail to complete games or betray it is a significant theme. This punishment drives many deducers to despair level and fuels their resentment towards the system.

Character Interactions

• Yu Xing and the Luo Siblings: The interaction between Yu Xing and the Luo siblings is central to the chapter. Initially wary, they gradually warm up to Yu Xing as he provides explanations for his absence and passes their tests.
• Luo Jue and Luo Qishan: The siblings work together to question Yu Xing, with Luo Jue being more open to accepting his story while Luo Qishan remains cautious. They protect each other, with Luo Qishan taking a protective stance when Yu Xing first appears.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Yu Xing, leader of the Broken Mirror Squad, returns to the game world and decides not to immediately confront the Lingren, due to his current disadvantages and the need to complete system missions.
• He meets with the Luo siblings, who run the breeding area in Base 51, and they agree to cooperate.
• Yu Xing shares his findings about the base's problematic inspection process and its potential endgame connection.
• The Luo siblings reveal their suspicions about Base 51's true intentions and the female officer's secret experiments.
• Yu Xing, Luo Qishan, and Luo Jue plan an experiment to uncover the truth about Carlos's targeting during the inspection.

Character Developments

• Yu Xing demonstrates his strategic thinking and willingness to cooperate, seeking an equal alliance with the Luo siblings.
• Luo Qishan and Luo Jue show their investigative skills and determination to expose the base's secrets.
• The female officer is portrayed as manipulative and power-hungry, willing to use survivors for her own ends.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and corruption within the resistance base.
• The struggle for freedom and initiative against system-imposed shackles.
• The pervasiveness of the virus and the challenges of survival.

Character Interactions

• Yu Xing, Luo Qishan, and Luo Jue form an alliance, sharing information and planning their next move.
• Yu Xing and the Luo siblings display mutual respect and trust, with Yu Xing entrusting the next inspection to Luo Jue.
• The female officer's secretary displays hostility towards Yu Xing, hinting at potential conflict.