Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• A girl (Chen Jing) repeatedly approaches a boy (the little boy) to see a special being he claims to see, but he denies.
• The little boy's parents tell him his visions are fake to help him fit in with others.
• Chen Jing fails to convince the little boy to accept her and show her the special being.
• Years later, Chen Jing meets Leilei, who also sees unusual things. She tries to befriend Leilei to see these things herself.
• Leilei's maternal grandmother suspects Chen Jing's intentions and becomes wary of her.
• Chen Jing reveals her true intentions to Leilei, who rejects her, stating that Chen Jing's pursuit disregards others' well-being.

Character Developments

• Chen Jing: She becomes more determined to see the special beings others see, leading her to manipulate and deceive others.
• The Little Boy: He learns to deny his visions to fit in with others, causing him to avoid Chen Jing.
• Leilei: She initially trusts Chen Jing but later realizes Chen Jing's selfish intentions and rejects her.

Significant Themes

• Perception vs. Reality: Characters struggle with distinguishing between what they see and what others perceive as real.
• Isolation: The little boy and Leilei feel isolated due to their unique perceptions of the world.
• Manipulation and Deception: Chen Jing manipulates others to achieve her goals, highlighting the theme of deception.

Character Interactions

• Chen Jing and The Little Boy: Their interactions involve Chen Jing trying to convince the little boy to show her the special being he sees, while he denies it exists.
• Chen Jing and Leilei: Initially, they have a good relationship, but it deteriorates when Leilei learns of Chen Jing's true intentions.
• Leilei and Her Maternal Grandmother: The grandmother becomes protective of Leilei after suspecting Chen Jing's intentions, leading to a conflict with Chen Jing.

• Key Plot Points and Events: Leilei, a young woman with the ability to see illusions, meets Chen Jing, who can make those illusions real. Leilei wants Chen Jing to help her find her missing friend, but Chen Jing refuses, causing Leilei to feel frustrated and confused.
• Character Developments: Leilei is determined and willing to do anything to find her friend. Chen Jing is reluctant to help due to his own past experiences and fears.
• Significant Themes: The story explores the theme of trust, both in oneself and others, as well as the consequences of desperation and obsession.
• Character Interactions: Leilei tries to convince Chen Jing to help her, but he refuses. Leilei becomes angry and frustrated, while Chen Jing remains calm and steadfast in his refusal.

Key Plot Points

• Leilei and Chen Jing have a heated argument about Leilei's hallucination of a big leopard.
• Chen Jing tries to convince Leilei that she saw a real leopard, but Leilei rejects this idea.
• Chen Jing leaves, saying she'll wait for Leilei to change her mind.

Character Developments

• Leilei stands up to Chen Jing, realizing the danger of being influenced by her.
• Chen Jing is revealed to be deeply invested in the belief of special creatures, potentially indicating a mental health issue.

Significant Themes

• Reality vs. Illusion: Leilei struggles to distinguish between her hallucinations and reality, while Chen Jing is fully immersed in her delusions.
• Manipulation: Chen Jing attempts to manipulate Leilei to see the big leopard, highlighting her self-centered nature.

Character Interactions

• Leilei and Chen Jing's conversation reveals the power dynamics in their relationship, with Chen Jing trying to control Leilei's perceptions.
• Leilei's maternal grandparents provide guidance and support, helping her see through Chen Jing's manipulations.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Old Madam is confused and struggling to understand the story her granddaughter is telling her about a leopard.
• The Old Madam realizes her granddaughter and the child (Chen Jing) both saw a leopard, but no one else did.
• The Old Madam is determined to see the special creatures that those who claim to have seen them are talking about.
• She is willing to do anything to make this happen, including putting herself in danger.

Character Developments

• The Old Madam is shown to be confused, determined, and willing to take risks.
• The granddaughter is shown to be imaginative and imaginative, seeing things that others can't.
• Chen Jing is shown to be a mysterious figure who claims to have seen special creatures.

Significant Themes

• Confusion and Clarity: The Old Madam is confused and struggling to understand the story, while her granddaughter and Chen Jing seem to have clarity about the leopard and other special creatures.
• Determination: The Old Madam is determined to see these special creatures, no matter what it takes.
• Imagination and Reality: The granddaughter's ability to see things that others can't blurs the line between imagination and reality.
• Mystery and Uncertainty: The existence of special creatures is left uncertain, adding to the mystery of the story.

Character Interactions

- The Old Madam and her granddaughter have a close relationship, with the granddaughter sharing her stories and the Old Madam trying to understand them.
- The Old Madam and Chen Jing have a tense relationship, with Chen Jing claiming to have seen things that the Old Madam can't.
- The Old Madam's determination to see these creatures puts her at odds with Chen Jing, who is willing to do anything to make this happen.

• Key Plot Points and Events: The woman, Yaya's mother, calls Yaya to the living room to talk after dinner. She asks Yaya about her thoughts on Teacher Chen, expressing surprise that Yaya likes Teacher Chen so much.

Character Developments

• Yaya: Yaya is a child who has started learning with Teacher Chen. She is initially unsure about how to answer her mother's question but eventually expresses her liking for Teacher Chen.
• Yaya's Mother: She is concerned about Yaya's studies and wants to understand Yaya's opinion of Teacher Chen. She is surprised that Yaya likes Teacher Chen so much.
• Teacher Chen: Teacher Chen is a patient and gentle teacher who has won Yaya over with his kindness and patience.
• Significant Themes: The theme of this chapter is the relationship between a teacher and a student, and the patience and kindness of the teacher.
• Character Interactions: The woman (Yaya's mother) and Yaya interact with each other, with the woman asking Yaya about her thoughts on Teacher Chen. Yaya and Teacher Chen have a positive relationship, with Teacher Chen being patient and kind to Yaya.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The child shares her experience of seeing a one-eyed leopard with Teacher Chen, who finds it fascinating.
• The child's parents, upon learning this, question her about the incident, trying to convince her that the leopard was just a hallucination.
• The child's parents express concern that Teacher Chen is influencing their child's perception of reality.

Character Developments

• The Child: She opens up to Teacher Chen, sharing her unusual sighting. She becomes more assertive in her belief of what she saw, even when contradicted by her parents.
• The Child's Mother: She grows increasingly worried and frustrated as she realizes the extent of Teacher Chen's influence on her child. She struggles to make the child accept her version of reality.
• The Child's Father: He supports his wife in trying to convince the child that the leopard was a hallucination. He also questions the child about who she trusts more, Teacher Chen or her parents.
• Teacher Chen: Although not physically present, her influence on the child is evident. She encourages the child to believe in what she saw, contributing to the child's growing conviction.

Significant Themes

• Perception of Reality: The child, her parents, and Teacher Chen have different perceptions of the leopard sighting, highlighting the subjectivity of reality.
• Influence and Brainwashing: The child's parents are concerned about Teacher Chen's influence on their child, suggesting that the child is being brainwashed.
• Trust and Belief: The child's parents question who she trusts more, indicating a struggle for the child's belief and allegiance.

Character Interactions

• The Child and Teacher Chen: They have a positive, open relationship, with Teacher Chen encouraging the child's curiosity and belief in her experiences.
• The Child and Her Parents: The child's parents try to convince her that the leopard was a hallucination, leading to a tense interaction as the child struggles to accept their version of reality.
• The Child's Parents: They support each other in their efforts to make the child accept their version of events, but also express frustration and worry about the situation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Child's Mom expresses her resentment towards Chen Jing.
• The Child's parents decide to investigate Chen Jing's true intentions.
• They set up a hidden camera to record Chen Jing's interactions with the Child.
• The Child asks Chen Jing about the big leopard, and Chen Jing confirms its existence.

Character Developments

• The Child: Stands up to its mother, showing confidence in its beliefs about the big leopard.
• The Child's Mom: Becomes more determined to expose Chen Jing's true intentions, showing a hint of ferocity.
• Chen Jing: Maintains her friendly demeanor, confirming the big leopard's existence without revealing her true purpose.

Significant Themes

• Trust vs. Deception: The Child trusts Chen Jing, while the Child's parents suspect her.
• Parent-Child Relationship: The Child's Mom struggles with her feelings towards her child's stubbornness and her own hastiness.
• Truth vs. Perception: The Child's belief in the big leopard contrasts with the adults' disbelief.

Character Interactions

• The Child's Mom and The Child's Dad: They discuss their plan to gather evidence against Chen Jing, showing unity in their concern for their child.
• The Child and Chen Jing: The Child asks Chen Jing about the big leopard, and Chen Jing confirms its existence, strengthening their bond.
• The Child's Mom and Chen Jing: The Child's Mom's resentment towards Chen Jing grows, while Chen Jing remains unaware of her suspicions.

• Key Plot Points & Events: Chen Jing asks the Child about the big leopard, which the Child denies seeing. The Child reveals that she mentioned the big leopard to Chen Jing, who expressed interest in seeing it. The Child's parents, watching remotely, become upset and decide to stop Chen Jing's tutoring sessions, suspecting she might be mentally unstable due to her belief in the Child's hallucinations.

Character Developments

• Chen Jing: She shows genuine interest in the Child's hallucinations, specifically the big leopard, which raises concerns for the Child's parents.
• The Child: She struggles with her parents' disapproval of her hallucinations and wants to make her teacher happy by finding the big leopard.
• The Child's Parents: They become increasingly worried about Chen Jing's influence on their child and decide to stop her tutoring sessions.
• Significant Themes: The theme of mental health is introduced, with Chen Jing's behavior raising suspicions about her mental state. The Child's hallucinations also highlight the theme of reality vs. imagination.
• Character Interactions: Chen Jing interacts with the Child, encouraging her to share more about the big leopard. The Child's parents interact with each other, discussing their concerns about Chen Jing and deciding to end her tutoring sessions.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Jing leaves after being discovered, and the child's parents avoid her.
• The child's parents decide to change tutors and avoid mentioning Chen Jing to the child.
• The woman (child's mother) warns the child not to tell anyone about seeing the big leopard and to forget about it.

Character Developments

• The child's parents become more protective and cautious after learning about Chen Jing's mental issues.
• The child feels conflicted about keeping her promise to Chen Jing and her mother's warning.

Significant Themes

• The danger of influence from external sources, particularly those with mental health issues.
• The importance of protection and caution in raising children.

Character Interactions

• The child's parents interact with the child, warning her not to mention the big leopard and changing her tutor.
• The child interacts with her parents, expressing surprise about changing tutors and feeling guilty about not keeping her promise to Chen Jing.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Woman and the Old Madam discuss Chen Jing's mental state, agreeing that she's a mental patient who believes her hallucinations are real.
• They decide not to report Chen Jing to avoid revealing their Child's hallucinations.
• The Woman and the Man decide not to confront Chen Jing directly to protect their Child.
• The Woman blocks Chen Jing after telling her not to come to work the next day.
• Chen Jing appears at their house the next day, and they realize she's not deterred by failure.
• The Woman finds her schoolbag opened, symbolizing her feeling of being targeted.

Character Developments

• The Woman and the Man become more protective of their Child and decide to keep her hallucinations a secret.
• The Old Madam prioritizes her granddaughter's well-being over teaching Chen Jing a lesson.
• Chen Jing is revealed to be shameless, cold-blooded, and malicious, with no remorse for her actions.

Significant Themes

• Mental Health: The chapter explores the complexities of mental health, with Chen Jing's hallucinations and the Child's past hallucinations being central to the plot.
• Protective Instincts: Both the Woman and the Old Madam prioritize protecting their loved ones (the Child and the Granddaughter, respectively) over confronting Chen Jing.
• The Stranger Danger: The Woman's encounter with Chen Jing highlights the fear of strangers, especially those who pose a threat to one's loved ones.

Character Interactions

• The Woman and the Old Madam form an alliance due to their shared experiences with Chen Jing.
• The Woman and the Man decide to keep their Child's hallucinations a secret, further bonding them as a protective unit.
• Chen Jing's interaction with the Woman highlights her lack of remorse and disregard for others' feelings.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• The woman (the mother) and the old madam (the grandmother) discuss the possibility of Chen Jing's (the daughter's) actions being exposed online.
• The woman fears that if Chen Jing's actions are exposed, it may affect her granddaughter's life.
• The old madam agrees and decides that one incident is enough, and she doesn't want to be entangled with Chen Jing anymore.
• The woman nods in agreement, hoping that Chen Jing stays far away.
• She decides that if Chen Jing appears before her again, she would pretend not to see her, but she feels it would be cowardly.
• She concludes that it's best if Chen Jing disappears from her life.

Character Developments

• The woman and the old madam are worried about Chen Jing's actions being exposed online.
• The woman fears that it may affect her granddaughter's life.
• The old madam decides to not be entangled with Chen Jing anymore.
• The woman agrees and hopes Chen Jing stays far away.
• The woman feels that if Chen Jing appears again, she would pretend not to see her, but feels it would be cowardly.
• She concludes that it's best if Chen Jing disappears from her life.

Significant Themes

• Fear of exposure and its consequences
• Desire for peace and distance from a troublesome situation
• Reluctance to engage with a problematic individual
• The wish for a clean break from a difficult situation

Character Interactions

• The woman (mother) and the old madam (grandmother) discuss their concerns about Chen Jing's actions being exposed online.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A couple exposes a wrongdoer, Chen Jing, to the public.
• An old lady and a woman, who are connected through their grandchildren's similar situations, meet the couple.
• The woman reveals that Chen Jing is looking for her child at her child's school.

Character Developments

• The woman prioritizes her child's safety over confronting Chen Jing.
• The couple shows understanding and agrees not to reveal the woman's and old lady's identities.
• The teacher at the child's school becomes aware of the situation and decides to protect the child.

Significant Themes

• Protection of children and their safety.
• The consequences of one's actions (Chen Jing's actions affect not only her but also those around her).
• The importance of communication and understanding (between the couple and the woman).

Character Interactions

• The couple interacts with the old lady and the woman, showing empathy and understanding.
• The woman interacts with the teacher, expressing her concerns and seeking the teacher's help in protecting her child.
• The teacher interacts with the security guard, instructing him to prevent Chen Jing from entering the school and seeing the child.

• Key Plot Points: Chen Jing, a woman claiming to be Yaya's tutor, visits Yaya's school, alarming her parents. Yaya's parents rush to pick her up together, fearing Chen Jing might be waiting at the school gate.
• Character Developments: Yaya's parents become more vigilant towards Chen Jing, suspecting her intentions. Yaya is confused but happy about both her parents picking her up.
• Significant Themes: Persistence, vigilance, and the lengths some people will go to achieve their goals.
• Character Interactions: Yaya's parents discuss their concerns about Chen Jing, deciding to pick Yaya up together. Yaya's teacher accompanies her to the gate and alerts her parents about Chen Jing's visit. Yaya's parents thank the teacher, and the woman spots Chen Jing nearby, causing tension.

Summary

• Key Plot Points and Events: The chapter revolves around a young girl, Chen Jing, and her parents' concern for her safety. They discuss the possibility of her being targeted by a stalker with ill intentions. They decide to guard against this threat, but also worry about provoking the stalker if they are too cautious.
• Character Developments: Chen Jing's parents, specifically her mother, show concern and love for their daughter's safety. They are willing to take precautions to protect her, but also cautious not to provoke any potential threat.
• Significant Themes: Safety, Precaution, and the fine line between being cautious and provoking a potential threat.
• Character Interactions: Chen Jing's parents discuss their concerns and plans regarding their daughter's safety.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The woman and the man are looking for Chen Jing, but they hope she won't show up again.
• The woman and the man are at the school, watching for Chen Jing.
• The woman is scanning the area, feeling anxious and afraid of missing any suspicious figure.
• The woman is conflicted about her feelings: she has regret and relief.
• The man understands the woman's feelings and shares her sentiment.
• The woman and the man decide it's best if Chen Jing never shows up again.
• The woman nods in agreement.
• The woman arrives at the school in the afternoon.
• The woman finds a spot to hide and wait for the children to be dismissed.
• The woman notices the child is coming out, accompanied by the teacher.
• The child seems a little embarrassed and confused.
• The teacher smiles and says it's on the way.

Character Developments

• The woman and the man are determined to find Chen Jing, but they hope she won't show up again.
• The woman is anxious and afraid of missing any suspicious figure.
• The woman is conflicted about her feelings: she has regret and relief.
• The man understands the woman's feelings and shares her sentiment.
• The woman and the man decide it's best if Chen Jing never shows up again.
• The woman nods in agreement.
• The child is coming out, accompanied by the teacher.
• The child seems a little embarrassed and confused.
• The teacher smiles and says it's on the way.

Significant Themes

• The woman and the man's determination to find Chen Jing, but their hope that she won't show up again.
• The woman's anxiety and fear of missing any suspicious figure.
• The woman's conflicted feelings of regret and relief.
• The man and the woman's shared sentiment and decision.
• The child's confusion and the teacher's reassurance.

Character Interactions

• The woman and the man are looking for Chen Jing together, but they hope she won't show up again.
• The woman is anxious and afraid of missing any suspicious figure, while the man understands her feelings.
• The woman and the man decide it's best if Chen Jing never shows up again.
• The child is coming out, accompanied by the teacher, seeming a little embarrassed and confused.
• The teacher smiles and reassures the child, saying it's on the way.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Jing, a woman, is determined to make others see the hallucinations she experiences.
• She believes her child, Yaya, can see these hallucinations as well.
• Chen Jing is frustrated and desperate for others to believe her.
• She is willing to harm innocent people to achieve her goal.

Character Developments

• Chen Jing: She is obsessed with proving her hallucinations are real and will go to great lengths to do so. She is desperate, frustrated, and potentially dangerous.

Significant Themes

• Hallucinations and mental illness: Chen Jing's experiences are portrayed as hallucinations, and her desperation to prove their reality could be a metaphor for mental illness and the struggle to find understanding and support from others.
• Desperation and obsession: Chen Jing's single-minded pursuit of her goal, regardless of the consequences, highlights the destructive potential of these emotions.
• Belief and disbelief: The tension between Chen Jing's unwavering belief in her experiences and others' disbelief raises questions about the nature of reality and truth.

Character Interactions

• Chen Jing and the other characters (man and woman): Chen Jing's interactions with others are marked by her desperation to convince them of her experiences' reality and her growing frustration when they don't believe her.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Jing's persistence in her delusions leads to a tense confrontation with Yaya's parents.
• The parents, despite their dislike for Chen Jing, find themselves momentarily swayed by her persuasiveness.
• Chen Jing suggests she might visit a mental hospital, to which the parents agree, hoping she'll seek help.
• Chen Jing leaves, but not before saying goodbye, which unsettles the parents.

Character Developments

• Chen Jing: Her delusions and manipulative behavior are further emphasized, showing her lack of self-awareness and disregard for others' feelings.
• Yaya's parents: They display resilience and determination in protecting their child, despite their unease around Chen Jing.

Significant Themes

• Delusion vs. Reality: Chen Jing's inability to distinguish between her hallucinations and reality creates tension and conflict.
• Manipulation: Chen Jing's persuasive language and disregard for others' boundaries highlight the theme of manipulation.

Character Interactions

• Chen Jing and Yaya's parents: Their interaction is tense and uncomfortable, with the parents trying to reason with Chen Jing, while she remains unmoved by their concerns.
• Yaya and her parents: The child's relief at her parents' return emphasizes the strong bond between them and her trust in their protection.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A woman prepares dinner with her husband while their child watches TV.
• They discuss Chen Jing, a woman with an unknown mental condition, who has been targeting their child.
• The couple speculates about Chen Jing's condition, her family's knowledge of it, and the possibility that she might have been influenced by someone else.

Character Developments

• The child is innocent and naive, easily distracted by food and TV.
• The woman is protective of her child and grows increasingly hostile towards Chen Jing.
• The man is more level-headed, considering different possibilities about Chen Jing's condition and its origins.

Significant Themes

• Mental Health: The chapter explores the implications of an undiagnosed mental condition and its impact on those around the affected individual.
• Family Responsibility: The couple discusses the responsibility of Chen Jing's family in managing her condition.
• Innocence vs. Manipulation: The child's innocence is juxtaposed with Chen Jing's potential manipulation by an unknown influence.

Character Interactions

• The woman and man work together to prepare dinner, showing a harmonious relationship.
• The couple discusses Chen Jing's condition, revealing their shared concern for their child's safety.
• The child interacts minimally with their parents, showing contentment in their presence but not actively participating in their conversation.

• Key Plot Points and Events: The chapter focuses on Chen Jingshun's family, particularly his mother. Chen Jingshun's mother is revealed to be a kind and loving woman who cares deeply for her son's well-being. She is concerned about Chen Jingshun's growth and development, and she wants to know what he wants to do in the future.
• Character Developments: Chen Jingshun's mother is shown to be a nurturing and attentive parent who wants the best for her child. Chen Jingshun, on the other hand, is depicted as a child who is growing up and becoming more independent, with his own thoughts and desires.
• Significant Themes: The theme of parent-child relationship is highlighted in this chapter. Chen Jingshun's mother's love and concern for her child, as well as Chen Jingshun's growing independence and independence.
• Character Interactions: The chapter focuses on the interaction between Chen Jingshun and his mother. The mother shows her love and concern for her child by asking about his future plans and patting his head. Chen Jingshun, in turn, shows his independence by answering his mother's question with a smile and a confident "I don't know."

• Key Plot Points and Events: The chapter revolves around Chen Jing, a girl who is being bullied by others due to her relationship with a married man. Despite her innocence and wrongdoings, she is mistreated by those around her.

Character Developments

• Chen Jing: She is portrayed as innocent and wronged, yet she is the target of bullying and mistreatment from others. She has a soft heart and wants to help others, but her actions are misunderstood.
• The Onlookers: They are sympathetic towards Chen Jing but also judgmental and unwilling to interfere in her private matters.
• The Married Man: He is never mentioned by name, but his actions and relationship with Chen Jing are the source of her troubles.

Significant Themes

• Judgment and Perception: The onlookers judge Chen Jing harshly based on their own biases and misunderstandings, leading to their unwillingness to help her.
• Trust and Betrayal: Chen Jing's trust in the married man is betrayed, leading to her being mistreated by others.
• Innocence and Wrongdoing: Chen Jing is innocent but her actions are perceived as wrong by others, leading to her being bullied.

Character Interactions

• Chen Jing and the Married Man: Their relationship is the source of Chen Jing's troubles, but the man is never directly addressed or judged.
• Chen Jing and the Onlookers: They are sympathetic but also judgmental, leading to their unwillingness to help her.