Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Deqiang is furious about Ou Congquan's manga award promotion and decides to target the award's website.
• The manga award website releases early, featuring two works edited by Ou Congquan, including 'Uzumaki' by 'Third-rate Painter'.
• Su Deqiang reads 'Uzumaki', initially dismissive but becomes increasingly engrossed and shocked by the manga's content.

Character Developments

• Su Deqiang: Starts with anger and prejudice against Ou Congquan and the manga award, but his perspective shifts after reading 'Uzumaki'.
• Ou Congquan (mentioned): Continues to promote the manga award, with his actions perceived as manipulative by some readers.
• Shang Tao (mentioned): The website manager who has confidence in the recommended manga and aims to create a positive impact on the award.

Significant Themes

• Prejudice and first impressions: Su Deqiang's initial bias clouds his judgment of 'Uzumaki'.
• The power of storytelling: 'Uzumaki' challenges Su Deqiang's expectations and draws him in despite his initial dismissal.
• Manipulation vs. trust: Shang Tao's actions could be seen as manipulative, but he has faith in the quality of the recommended manga.

Character Interactions

• Su Deqiang interacts with the manga award website and 'Uzumaki', initially hostile but becoming captivated by the story.
• Implied interaction between Shang Tao, Ou Congquan, and the readers: Shang Tao's actions aim to influence readers' perception of the manga award and its recommended works.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Deqiang, a manga enthusiast and editor, reads two manga on a website.
• The first manga, "Uzumaki," is a horror manga about a supernatural spiral force, leaving the protagonist's fate uncertain and the reader with unanswered questions.
• The second manga, "Fate/Zero," is a fantasy story about a war for a wish-granting Holy Grail, with historical and mythological figures as summoned familiars. The story ends on a cliffhanger, with the protagonist about to meet his summoned Heroic Spirit.

Character Developments

• Su Deqiang transitions from being an angry editor seeking revenge to becoming completely engrossed in the manga's story.
• The protagonist of "Fate/Zero," Matou Kariya, is introduced, and his perspective reveals the complex world of the Holy Grail War.

Significant Themes

• The power of storytelling and immersion in captivating narratives.
• The contrast between horror and fantasy genres, and the unique styles of the same author within these genres.

Character Interactions

• Su Deqiang interacts with the manga through his thoughts and emotions, becoming increasingly invested in the stories.
• In "Fate/Zero," various characters are introduced, but their interactions are left unexplored due to the cliffhanger ending.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Deqiang, a manga reader, is frustrated and goes through the five stages of grief when he finds out that the interesting manga "Fate/Zero" he was reading is not a serialized work but a one-time submission for a manga award, and it ends abruptly.
• He searches for information about the manga and its author but finds none.
• An hour later, the Vice President of the Literary Hall, Zhao Fang Sheng, is informed by Shang Tao, the Director of the New Media Department, about the overwhelmingly positive reader response to "Fate/Zero" and the other early-revealed manga award entries.

Character Developments

• Su Deqiang: He transitions through the five stages of grief (denial, anger, bargaining, depression, acceptance) due to the sudden end of the manga.
• Zhao Fang Sheng: He remains calm and composed when receiving unexpected news from Shang Tao.
• Shang Tao: He feels guilty for not anticipating the intense reader reaction to the early-revealed manga award entries and is anxious about reporting the news to Zhao Fang Sheng.

Significant Themes

• The impact of reader expectations and reactions on the manga industry.
• The struggle between serialization and one-time submissions in manga awards.
• The emotional journey of readers when faced with unexpected endings or cliffhangers.

Character Interactions

• Su Deqiang interacts with other fans in a chat group, expressing his frustration and searching for information about "Fate/Zero."
• Shang Tao interacts with Zhao Fang Sheng, reporting the unexpected reader reaction to the early-revealed manga award entries.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Fate/Zero and Uzumaki gain massive popularity due to Shang Tao's special classification.
• Readers demand the next issue of Fate/Zero, causing a stir on the manga award's social media.
• Zhao Fang Sheng acknowledges the potential of Fate/Zero as a new pillar for the website.

Character Developments

• Shang Tao realizes his mistake in specializing Tang Yao's works and causing other entries to be ignored.
• Zhao Fang Sheng recognizes Tang Yao's talent and considers meeting her through Tang Xun.

Significant Themes

• The power of a talented artist's work to captivate audiences.
• The impact of marketing strategies on the reception of creative works.

Character Interactions

• Tang Yao feels embarrassed about the special attention given to her works by Shang Tao.
• Tang Xun teases her older sister about her embarrassment.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Tang Yao's mental state is influenced by her past life's memories, leading to a blend of her original and transmigrated selves.
• Her manga, "Fate/Zero" and "Uzumaki," are featured on the Literature Pavilion's website with a "Wholehearted Recommendation," causing Tang Yao embarrassment.
• Tang Yao and Tang Xun discuss the situation, with Tang Xun expressing sympathy for Tang Yao's pseudonym, "Third-rate Painter."
• Readers' comments on the website praise Tang Yao's work and urge her to serialize "Fate/Zero."

Character Developments

• Tang Yao: Struggles with her dual identity, feels embarrassed about her name appearing on the recommended works, but acknowledges the benefits of the recognition.
• Tang Xun: Shows empathy and support for Tang Yao, understanding her sister's predicament and sticking up for her.

Significant Themes

• Identity struggle: Tang Yao's internal conflict between her original and transmigrated selves.
• Recognition vs. embarrassment: Tang Yao's feelings about her name appearing on the recommended works.
• Reader appreciation: The positive reception of Tang Yao's manga by readers.

Character Interactions

• Tang Yao and Tang Xun: The sisters discuss Tang Yao's situation, with Tang Xun showing understanding and support.
• Tang Yao and Li Xue: Li Xue calls Tang Yao, excited about the readers' responses to her manga, urging her to serialize.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Tang Yao decides to resign and pursue her manga career full-time.
• Li Xue, Tang Yao's friend, encourages her to consider collected volumes and serialization.
• Tang Yao prepares for a meeting with a potential investor on Wednesday.
• The popularity of Tang Yao's manga, Fate/Zero, continues to grow, attracting more readers.

Character Developments

• Tang Yao gains confidence in her manga career and is determined to succeed.
• Li Xue shows genuine support and interest in Tang Yao's career, offering to help.
• Tang Xun, Tang Yao's sister, is mentioned but doesn't play a significant role in this chapter.

Significant Themes

• The pursuit of one's dreams and passions.
• The importance of support and encouragement from friends and family.
• The challenges and opportunities that come with pursuing a creative career.

Character Interactions

• Tang Yao and Li Xue discuss Tang Yao's career plans and the future of Fate/Zero.
• Tang Yao seeks her sister's help in choosing an outfit for her meeting with the investor.
• Kang Ming, an editor at the magazine publisher, discovers Tang Yao's manga and is inspired by its settings.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Kang Ming, now a full-fledged editor, feels disillusioned with his job and considers resigning due to the vast difference between his expectations and reality.
• He remembers Tang Yao's interest in making games and considers the possibility of them working together in that field.

Character Developments

• Kang Ming: Struggles with his new role as an editor, feeling unfulfilled and considering a career change.
• Tang Yao: Starts to feel uncomfortable with the attention she's receiving after the manga awards, showing a rare moment of shyness.

Significant Themes

• Disillusionment with one's career and the search for fulfillment.
• The impact of public attention and recognition.

Character Interactions

• Kang Ming and Tang Yao: Kang Ming shares his thoughts about resigning with Tang Yao, and they briefly discuss the possibility of working together in the gaming industry.
• Tang Yao and Tang Xun: Tang Yao tricks Tang Xun into trying on an outfit, leading to a playful confrontation between the sisters.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Tang Yao and Kang Ming discuss the popularity of the manga Tang Yao recommended.
• Ding Yilong, the editor-in-chief, approaches Tang Yao with an offer to serialize 'Fate/Zero' at a high manuscript fee.
• Tang Yao refuses the offer and decides to resign.
• Ding Yilong threatens to stall the serialization process until the manga's popularity dies down.

Character Developments

• Tang Yao demonstrates her resolve and assertiveness in handling the serialization issue.
• Ding Yilong shows his desperation and willingness to use underhanded tactics to maintain his position.
• Kang Ming, though not directly involved, shows understanding and acceptance of Tang Yao's decision to resign.

Significant Themes

• Power Dynamics: The struggle for power and influence within the magazine is evident, with Ding Yilong trying to maintain his control and Tang Yao asserting her independence.
• Popularity vs Quality: The serialization offer highlights the tension between exploiting current popularity and maintaining the quality of the manga.
• Resilience and Decision-Making: Tang Yao's decision to resign shows her resilience in the face of adversity and her commitment to her principles.

Character Interactions

• Tang Yao and Ding Yilong: Their interaction is tense, with Ding Yilong trying to manipulate the situation and Tang Yao firmly refusing his demands.
• Tang Yao and Kang Ming: They have a brief, cordial exchange, with Kang Ming showing understanding towards Tang Yao's decision to resign.
• Ding Yilong and the Other Editors: The other editors avoid Ding Yilong, indicating his isolation and loss of influence within the magazine.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Tang Yao tries to resign, claiming she won't handle 'Third-rate Teacher's' work due to her lack of skill and confidence.
• Ding Yilong, the editor-in-chief, reacts in anger, suspecting Tang Yao of poaching the manga artist.
• Tang Yao reveals that 'Third-rate Teacher' plans to serialize his work online for free due to dissatisfaction with the editorial department and Ding Yilong's incompetence.
• Ding Yilong threatens to sabotage the serialization if Tang Yao goes through with her resignation.
• Tang Yao exposes Ding Yilong's lack of professionalism and disregard for the manga's content, causing him to panic.
• Kang Ming, another editor, resigns in protest of Ding Yilong's behavior.

Character Developments

• Tang Yao: Shows growth in her resolve and professionalism, willing to take responsibility for her actions and stand up to Ding Yilong's mistreatment.
• Ding Yilong: Reveals his true colors as an incompetent, arrogant, and selfish editor-in-chief, lacking self-awareness and professionalism.
• Kang Ming: Demonstrates loyalty and support for Tang Yao, resigning in protest of Ding Yilong's behavior.

Significant Themes

• Professionalism vs. Incompetence: Tang Yao's dedication and skill contrast with Ding Yilong's lack of professionalism and disregard for his role as an editor-in-chief.
• Standing Up for Oneself: Tang Yao and Kang Ming both stand up to Ding Yilong's mistreatment, showing courage and resolve.
• The Power of Words: Tang Yao's words expose Ding Yilong's flaws and cause him to panic, highlighting the impact of communication and truth-telling.

Character Interactions

• Tang Yao vs. Ding Yilong: Tang Yao confronts Ding Yilong's incompetence and arrogance, ultimately causing him to panic and lose face.
• Kang Ming vs. Ding Yilong: Kang Ming shows support for Tang Yao by resigning in protest of Ding Yilong's behavior, further exposing Ding Yilong's lack of professionalism.
• Tang Yao and Kang Ming: Their shared disdain for Ding Yilong's behavior brings them closer, with both resigning in protest.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Fate/Zero, a popular manga, is nominated for an award, causing a stir in Wenxin Hall.
• Ding Yilong and Kang Ming's actions escalate the situation, leading to widespread knowledge of their remarks within an hour.
• Shang Tao informs Zhao Fang Sheng about Ding Yilong forcing Tang Yao to resign and Fate/Zero's author deciding to serialize online for free.
• Tang Yao receives calls from Shang Tao and Zhao Fang Sheng, trying to persuade her not to resign.
• Li Xue arrives, concerned about Tang Yao, and they discuss Tang Yao's resignation and future plans.

Character Developments

• Tang Yao stands her ground and decides to resign, despite attempts to persuade her otherwise.
• Ding Yilong takes the blame for the situation, showing a degree of responsibility.
• Zhao Fang Sheng, the Vice President, shows interest in keeping Tang Yao and acquiring the 'Third-rate Painter's' method.
• Li Xue demonstrates her concern for Tang Yao, rushing to her side when she hears rumors of a fight.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics and politics within Wenxin Hall are highlighted, with Ding Yilong's actions causing a chain reaction.
• Tang Yao's resilience and determination in her decisions are emphasized, despite facing pressure to change her mind.
• The theme of friendship and support is shown through Li Xue's concern and willingness to help Tang Yao.

Character Interactions

• Tang Yao and Shang Tao have a conversation, with Shang Tao trying to persuade her not to resign.
• Tang Yao speaks with Zhao Fang Sheng, politely declining his offers and providing a backup number for the 'Third-rate Painter'.
• Tang Yao and Li Xue discuss Tang Yao's resignation, future plans, and the possibility of working with Wenxin Hall for collected volumes.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Most editors are absent due to the previous day's events.
• Kang Ming confesses to Tang Yao about his resignation and confrontation with Ding Yilong.
• Tang Yao reveals her plan to serialize Fate/Zero online for free.
• Tang Yao invites Kang Ming to work with her on a game project.

Character Developments

• Tang Yao shows maturity and decisiveness in her plans, switching between professional and girlish demeanor.
• Kang Ming demonstrates loyalty and willingness to take risks, choosing to believe in Tang Yao's vision despite its unconventional nature.

Significant Themes

• The theme of taking risks and believing in one's vision is prominent, as both Tang Yao and Kang Ming choose to pursue their dreams despite the uncertainty and potential backlash.
• The theme of trust and loyalty is also significant, as Kang Ming chooses to trust Tang Yao's judgment despite the unconventional nature of her plans.

Character Interactions

• Tang Yao and Kang Ming interact professionally, with Tang Yao showing concern for Kang Ming's actions and Kang Ming expressing gratitude for Tang Yao's support.
• Their interaction is marked by mutual respect and trust, with Kang Ming choosing to believe in Tang Yao's vision despite the risks involved.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Tang Yao finishes her resignation letter and leaves the company.
• She returns home to find her sister, Tang Xun, waiting for her.
• The next day, Tang Yao goes to the editorial department, where she learns that Ding Yilong has been removed from his position.
• The magazine's Vice President offers Tang Yao the position of deputy editor-in-chief, but she declines.
• Li Xue calls Tang Yao, and they meet on the eleventh floor to go to a morning meal together.

Character Developments

• Tang Yao shows determination and ambition in pursuing her new game idea.
• Tang Xun displays a mix of aloofness and concern for her sister.
• Ding Yilong's actions lead to his removal from his position.
• Li Xue reveals her dislike for social pleasantries and her independence in decision-making.

Significant Themes

• Ambition and determination in pursuing one's goals (Tang Yao).
• Sibling relationships and dynamics (Tang Yao and Tang Xun).
• Consequences of one's actions (Ding Yilong's removal).
• Independence and personal choices (Li Xue's attitude towards marriage).

Character Interactions

• Tang Yao and Tang Xun have a playful yet affectionate sisterly interaction.
• Tang Yao and Kang Ming discuss their future plans, with Tang Yao expressing confidence in her new game idea.
• Tang Yao and Li Xue meet to go to a meal together, with Li Xue complimenting Tang Yao's appearance.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Tang Yao learns that Li Xue's relative is a female venture capital manager.
• Tang Yao expresses nervousness about her preparations for the meeting, feeling her ideas might not be sufficient.
• Li Xue's cousin, Lin Shuang, arrives at the cafe. Li Xue introduces Tang Yao as her colleague, and they all sit down to discuss a project.

Character Developments

• Tang Yao: Realizes the differences between venture capital and angel investment, feels underprepared, and is nervous about the meeting but determined to make the most of the opportunity.
• Li Xue: Shows support and understanding towards Tang Yao's nervousness, and is willing to stand by her side no matter the outcome.
• Lin Shuang: Initially surprised by Tang Yao's young age and appearance, she evaluates Tang Yao as unreliable due to her youth and beauty, questioning why Li Xue would introduce her.

Significant Themes

• The differences between venture capital and angel investment, with venture capital being more cautious and requiring more convincing.
• The importance of preparation and confidence in business meetings.
• First impressions and biases in business settings.

Character Interactions

• Tang Yao and Li Xue: They discuss Tang Yao's nervousness and Li Xue reassures her, showing a supportive and understanding relationship.
• Li Xue and Lin Shuang: They greet each other warmly, showing a familiar and respectful relationship. Lin Shuang questions Li Xue's decision to introduce Tang Yao.
• Tang Yao and Lin Shuang: They greet each other politely, with Lin Shuang subtly evaluating Tang Yao as unreliable based on her first impression.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Tang Yao meets with Lin Shuang, Li Xue's cousin, to pitch her mobile game idea.
• Tang Yao presents her proposal for a 2D mobile game with a focus on PVE mode, anime art style, and gacha mechanics.
• Lin Shuang expresses concerns about the game's profitability and player base, as there are no successful examples of such a model.
• Despite Tang Yao's efforts to address Lin Shuang's concerns, Lin Shuang declines to invest, citing uncertainty in the game's profit point and return on investment.
• Lin Shuang offers to keep an eye out for potential angel investors for Tang Yao's project.

Character Developments

• Tang Yao remains composed and professional despite Lin Shuang's rejection, demonstrating her resilience and determination.
• Lin Shuang shows empathy and understanding towards Tang Yao's situation but maintains a pragmatic approach to investment decisions.
• Li Xue remains mostly silent during the meeting, observing the interaction between Tang Yao and Lin Shuang.

Significant Themes

• The tension between creativity and market viability in the gaming industry.
• The importance of proven business models and successful cases in attracting investors.
• The role of personal connections and networking in business opportunities.

Character Interactions

• Tang Yao and Lin Shuang engage in a professional discussion about Tang Yao's game idea, with Lin Shuang playing the role of a critical evaluator.
• Li Xue acts as a neutral observer, facilitating the conversation between Tang Yao and Lin Shuang but not actively participating in it.
• Despite the business context, there's a hint of camaraderie between Tang Yao and Li Xue, as Tang Yao acknowledges Li Xue's support.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Xue accompanies Lin Shuang to the coffee shop to see her off.
• Lin Shuang shares her concerns about Tang Yao's project, finding it too naive and self-righteous.
• Li Xue and Lin Shuang chat at the entrance, attracting more customers to the coffee shop.
• Li Xue returns to find the coffee shop full and Tang Yao unfazed by the attention.

Character Developments

• Lin Shuang: Shows herself as a shrewd and experienced venture capitalist, critical of Tang Yao's project.
• Li Xue: Demonstrates loyalty and support for her friend (Tang Yao), despite Lin Shuang's reservations.
• Tang Yao: Remains focused and determined despite the setback, showing resilience and professionalism.

Significant Themes

• Friendship and Loyalty: Li Xue's unwavering support for Tang Yao, despite Lin Shuang's reservations.
• Perception vs. Reality: Lin Shuang's first impression of Tang Yao differs from Li Xue's understanding of her.
• Resilience and Determination: Tang Yao's response to the setback, showing her commitment to her project.

Character Interactions

• Li Xue and Lin Shuang: Cousins with differing views on Tang Yao's project, leading to a tense conversation.
• Li Xue and Tang Yao: Li Xue reassures Tang Yao after the meeting, showing her support and understanding.
• Lin Shuang and Tang Yao: Although they don't interact directly, Lin Shuang's critique of Tang Yao's project creates tension between them.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Tang Yao shares two plans with Li Xue to secure funding for her mobile game project: a slow, cautious approach, and a fast, high-risk one.
• Li Xue offers Tang Yao a bank card with 1.7 million yuan, her entire savings, to fund the project.
• Tang Yao initially refuses, citing the risk of failure and the potential loss of Li Xue's savings.
• Li Xue explains her financial situation, her trust in Tang Yao's abilities, and her desire to maintain their friendship regardless of the outcome.

Character Developments

• Tang Yao shows resilience and determination in the face of rejection, quickly formulating backup plans.
• Li Xue demonstrates her understanding of the situation, her trust in Tang Yao, and her commitment to their friendship.

Significant Themes

• Trust and friendship: Li Xue's decision to lend Tang Yao her entire savings shows her trust in Tang Yao's abilities and her commitment to their friendship.
• Risk-taking: Both characters are willing to take risks—Li Xue in lending her savings, and Tang Yao in pursuing her mobile game project despite the uncertainty.

Character Interactions

• Li Xue and Tang Yao's conversation reveals their deep understanding and trust in each other, solidifying their friendship.
• Li Xue's offer of the bank card and her explanation of her financial situation show her willingness to support Tang Yao, while Tang Yao's initial refusal and eventual acceptance demonstrate her respect for Li Xue's decision and her determination to succeed.

• Key Plot Points and Events: Tang Yao and Li Xue search for an office space, initially struggling to find a suitable one. They eventually find a co-rental opportunity at the Sci-Tech Center.
• Character Developments: Tang Yao remains focused on her business goals, while Li Xue shows understanding and support. Their relationship becomes more comfortable and natural.
• Significant Themes: The challenges of starting a business, the importance of careful spending, and the value of friendship and support.
• Character Interactions: Tang Yao and Li Xue spend the day together, with Li Xue teasing Tang Yao about her figure and shower habits. They grow more comfortable with each other, and Li Xue even links arms with Tang Yao while walking.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Tang Yao and Li Xue visit a potential office space for their game company.
• They meet Si Jinliang, the representative of the failing game company Mingyu Technology, who is willing to rent out a portion of their office space.
• Tang Yao expresses interest in renting the finance room area, which is sufficient for their current needs.

Character Developments

• Tang Yao shows determination and practicality in her approach to starting her game company, prioritizing affordability and necessity.
• Si Jinliang is portrayed as disheveled and struggling, with a lack of professionalism in his appearance and demeanor, reflecting the dire state of his company.

Significant Themes

• The competitive nature of the game industry and the challenges of entering the market.
• The importance of affordability and practicality in starting a business.

Character Interactions

• Tang Yao and Li Xue interact with Si Jinliang, with Tang Yao showing understanding and empathy towards Si Jinliang's situation, while Li Xue remains observant and cautious.
• The real estate agent facilitates the interaction between Tang Yao, Li Xue, and Si Jinliang, but remains mostly silent and uninvolved in their conversation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Tang Yao rents office space from Si Jinliang at Mingyu Technology.
• Si Jinliang, who makes strategy card games, advises Tang Yao against entering the game industry due to its competitiveness and his own failed experiences.
• Tang Yao remains undeterred, planning to release Fate/Zero for free the next day.

Character Developments

• Tang Yao: She shows determination and resilience in pursuing her game development plans despite Si Jinliang's warnings.
• Si Jinliang: He reveals his past struggles and lack of success in the game industry, leading him to advise Tang Yao against following his path.

Significant Themes

• Perseverance vs. Caution: Tang Yao's determination contrasts with Si Jinliang's cautionary tale, highlighting the theme of perseverance in the face of adversity.
• Revolutionary Change: The chapter hints at the potential disruptive change that mobile games could bring to the industry, foreshadowing Tang Yao's plans.

Character Interactions

• Tang Yao and Si Jinliang: Their interaction reveals Si Jinliang's past struggles and Tang Yao's unwavering resolve.
• Tang Yao and Li Xue: They part ways, with Li Xue offering to help promote Fate/Zero's free release.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Tang Yao submits her resignation, much to Zhao Fang Sheng's regret.
• Zhao Fang Sheng discusses Tang Yao's resignation with Shang Tao, revealing his intent to rehire her later.
• Zhao Fang Sheng expresses his desire for revenge against Ding Yilong for driving Tang Yao away.
• Zhao Fang Sheng and Shang Tao discuss the 'Third-rate Painter' (author of Fate/Zero), who hasn't responded to their attempts to contact him.
• Zhao Fang Sheng receives a call from Teacher Ou about Tang Yao's resignation.

Character Developments

• Tang Yao: She's disappointed and disillusioned with the editing industry after her experiences, leading her to resign.
• Zhao Fang Sheng: He regrets Tang Yao's resignation and is determined to rehire her later. He also expresses anger towards Ding Yilong for driving her away.
• Shang Tao: He shows understanding and sympathy towards Tang Yao's situation and regrets her resignation.
• Kang Ming: He feels anxious about leaving Wenxin Hall and joining Tang Yao's startup company, fearing he'll mess things up.

Significant Themes

• Disappointment and disillusionment in the workplace.
• The consequences of one's actions (Ding Yilong's actions drive Tang Yao to resign).
• The uncertainty and anxiety that comes with change.
• The importance of acceptance and not letting anxiety turn into fear or self-doubt.

Character Interactions

• Zhao Fang Sheng and Shang Tao discuss Tang Yao's resignation and the 'Third-rate Painter'.
• Tang Yao and Kang Ming discuss their anxieties about leaving Wenxin Hall and starting a new venture together.
• Zhao Fang Sheng expresses anger towards Ding Yilong for driving Tang Yao away.
• Tang Yao reassures Kang Ming about his abilities and the uncertainty of their new venture.