Ch. 1The Birdman and the Lowly Monkeys
Key Plot Points and Events
- An alien from the Angel Nebula, referred to as an 'Angel', breaks into the Angel International Building in Tianhe City.
- The Earth's Super Seminary holds a meeting to discuss this incident and the recent Taotie attack on Airport Road.
- The Super Seminary decides to establish contact with the Angels and proposes the "Black Great Wall" plan to protect Earth from extraterrestrial threats.
- A mysterious man, Si Yao, is introduced, who had predicted the Angel's descent and the Taotie's attack two days prior.
Character Developments
- Lena, an officer in the Super Seminary, is introduced as a serious and knowledgeable individual, familiar with various alien civilizations.
- Du Qiangwei, another officer, is shown to be analytical and thorough, presenting the mysterious man's predictions to her colleagues.
- Lianfeng, the leader of the meeting, is depicted as thoughtful and open-minded, considering the possibility of Si Yao's precognition abilities.
Significant Themes
- The theme of first contact with alien civilizations is explored, with the Super Seminary trying to establish communication with the Angels while preparing for potential threats.
- The concept of precognition is introduced and debated, with some characters considering the possibility of Si Yao's predictive abilities.
Character Interactions
- Lena and Du Qiangwei interact professionally, with Lena teasing Du Qiangwei about Si Yao and Du Qiangwei responding with annoyance.
- Lianfeng and Jace discuss the implications of Si Yao's predictions, with Lianfeng considering the possibility of precognition.
- The meeting attendees discuss the Angel's descent and the Taotie's attack, with Lena providing information about the Taotie Civilization and the Super Seminary's plans to protect Earth.