Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Cang Lan buys a Merman from a slave market, setting it free but the Merman follows her home.
• They live together for three years, with the Merman becoming Cang Lan's confidante and companion.
• Cang Xiong discovers their relationship and demands Cang Lan kill the Merman, leading to a confrontation.
• The Merman is severely injured by Cang Xiong, and Cang Lan is heartbroken.

Character Developments

• Cang Lan: Becomes more cheerful and open with the Merman's companionship, but also develops a strong attachment to it.
• The Merman: Shows affection and care for Cang Lan, trying to protect her even in its dying moments.

Significant Themes

• Human-beast relationships and societal taboos.
• The impact of societal expectations and family pressure on personal choices.

Character Interactions

• Cang Lan and the Merman: Develop a deep bond, with the Merman trying to protect Cang Lan even as it dies, and Cang Lan being devastated by its injury.
• Cang Xiong and Cang Lan: Their relationship worsens as Cang Xiong disapproves of Cang Lan's relationship with the Merman, leading to a confrontation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Cang Lan faces her fifth memory tribulation, which involves her falling out with her father, Cang Xiong.
• The Tribulation Book world becomes unstable and darkens, causing concern that Cang Lan's tribulation might fail.
• The world stabilizes briefly, showing Cang Lan in the Luo River, a mysterious and deadly ancient ruin.
• Cang Lan falls into the Luo River, raising questions about her past experiences there.

Character Developments

• Cang Lan's past is revealed, showing her complex relationship with her father and her mysterious connection to the Luo River.
• Ma Feifei, the shopkeeper, becomes more invested in Cang Lan's tribulation and her past, showing empathy and concern for her.

Significant Themes

• The theme of family and the complexities of parental relationships is further explored through Cang Lan's memories.
• The mystery and danger of the Luo River is emphasized, foreshadowing potential challenges for Cang Lan.

Character Interactions

• Ma Feifei interacts with Liuli, the book spirit, discussing the stability of the Tribulation Book world and Cang Lan's prospects.
• Cang Lan's past interactions with her father, Cang Xiong, are shown, highlighting their strained relationship.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Cang Lan absorbs the water of the Luo River without triggering the sixth-tier life-and-death tribulation, suggesting he has passed it.
• The Tribulation Book's world evolves into a lightning tribulation, challenging Cang Lan's ascension to the Immortal Realm.
• Cang Lan endures nine bolts of lightning, transforming her lower body into a fish's tail, and successfully passes the tribulation.
• Cang Lan descends from the sky, enveloped in pure white light, signifying her ascension to the Immortal Realm.

Character Developments

• Cang Lan demonstrates her resilience and power by enduring the lightning tribulation and successfully ascending to the Immortal Realm.
• Ma Feifei shows concern and excitement for Cang Lan's ascension, understanding the significance it holds for the Azure Dragon Continent.

Significant Themes

• Tribulation and Ascension: The lightning tribulation represents the final challenge Cang Lan must overcome to ascend to the Immortal Realm, symbolizing the trials one must face to achieve greatness.
• Breakthrough and Transformation: Cang Lan's transformation into a fish-tailed being highlights the physical and spiritual changes that occur during ascension to a higher realm.

Character Interactions

• Ma Feifei and Liuli discuss the nature of the lightning tribulation and its purpose, with Liuli providing explanations to Ma Feifei.
• The cultivators of Dubian Town watch Cang Lan's tribulation with anticipation, cheering her on and expressing their hopes for her success.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Cang Lan's fall into the Luo River reveals a past incident where she survived the same experience, shocking the cultivators.
• The Luo River stirs, indicating an opportunity for Cang Lan to overcome her tribulation.
• After a long wait, Cang Lan emerges from the river, absorbing the water of the Luo River without harm, defying its deadly reputation.

Character Developments

• Cang Lan demonstrates extraordinary resilience and survival skills, absorbing the Luo River's water without aging or dying, hinting at her potential growth.
• Ma Feifei shows concern and anticipation for Cang Lan's tribulation, recognizing the significance of her potential success in overcoming the six-stage life and death trial.

Significant Themes

• Resilience and survival: Cang Lan's ability to endure and overcome the Luo River's deadly nature highlights her strength and potential for growth.
• Anticipation and expectation: The cultivators' wait and Ma Feifei's hopes for Cang Lan's success emphasize the importance of her tribulation and the impact of her potential victory on the Azure Dragon Continent.

Character Interactions

• Ma Feifei and the cultivators watch the Tribulation Book world, sharing anticipation and surprise at Cang Lan's survival and growth.
• Zhang Caicai, despite his youth, shows concern for Liuli's dining preferences, further demonstrating his attachment to her.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Cang Lan successfully ascends to the Immortal Realm, becoming the first known immortal on the Azure Dragon Continent.
• News of Cang Lan's ascension spreads, causing a stir across the continent.
• Cang Lan returns to the Mysterious Bookstore, where Ma Feifei gives her the 'Venerable Immortal Gift Pack' as a reward.
• Cang Lan decides to establish Confucian Dao Academies in all academies across the Azure Dragon Continent, using books from the Mysterious Bookstore.

Character Developments

• Cang Lan: Ascends to the Immortal Realm, letting go of her past, and decides to spread the influence of the Mysterious Bookstore by establishing Confucian Dao Academies.
• Ma Feifei: Realizes the potential of Cang Lan's plan and agrees to support the establishment of Confucian Dao Academies across the continent.

Significant Themes

• Karma and reciprocity: Cang Lan wants to repay Ma Feifei's kindness by spreading the influence of the Mysterious Bookstore.
• Power dynamics: Cang Lan's ascension to immortality shifts the power balance on the Azure Dragon Continent.

Character Interactions

• Cang Lan and Ma Feifei: Their relationship evolves from customer and shop owner to partners in spreading the influence of the Mysterious Bookstore.
• Cang Lan and the public: The public reacts with awe and curiosity to Cang Lan's ascension, reflecting the reverence for immortals in their society.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Cang Lan's achievement of stepping into the Immortal Realm excites Ma Feifei, as it brings the Azure Dragon Continent closer to 'Confucian Dao Flourishing' and helps the system's cultural invasion mission.
• After dinner, Cang Lan leaves, and the employees go about their own business. Ma Feifei retreats to his room to claim his reward from the system, an 'Immortal Gift Pack.'
• Ma Feifei opens the gift pack, which turns out to be a lottery box. He draws out a 'Book Spirit Stone' and 20 employee uniforms for the bookstore.

Character Developments

• Ma Feifei: Shows excitement and eagerness upon receiving the Immortal Gift Pack. He values unity and professionalism, deciding to provide uniforms for his employees.
• Cang Lan: Maintains her humble and friendly demeanor even after achieving immortality.

Significant Themes

• Achievements and rewards: Cang Lan's accomplishment brings rewards to Ma Feifei and the system, highlighting the theme of recognition and gain through hard work and success.
• Unity and professionalism: Ma Feifei's decision to provide uniforms for his employees emphasizes the importance of a cohesive and professional work environment.

Character Interactions

• Ma Feifei and Cang Lan: Their interaction is brief but cordial, with Cang Lan maintaining her friendly attitude towards Ma Feifei despite her newfound immortality.
• Ma Feifei and the employees: Ma Feifei allows his employees to have their own time and space, not excessively restricting their freedom. He also shows consideration for their work environment by providing uniforms.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ma Feifei opens an Immortal Gift Pack, finding four items: a Book Spirit Stone, an employee uniform, Enlightenment Pills, and Cang Lan's Belly Band.
• The Gift Pack disappears after all items are taken out.

Character Developments

• Ma Feifei shows excitement and satisfaction with his new acquisitions.
• He expresses displeasure at the system's aloofness and lack of consideration for his well-being.

Significant Themes

• Cultivation and Progression: The items Ma Feifei obtains can significantly aid in cultivation and progression, reflecting the theme of advancement in cultivation realms.
• Value and Profit: The Book Spirit Stone's immense value and the profit increase for copied books highlight the theme of value and profit in the cultivation world.

Character Interactions

• Ma Feifei interacts with the system, showing his excitement, complaints, and eventual satisfaction with the items he receives.
• He expresses his intention to give the employee uniforms to the bookstore employees, showing his consideration for his subordinates.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The chapter begins with all employees of the Mysterious Bookstore gathering for an unprecedented morning meeting, called by the owner, Ma Feifei.
• Ma Feifei announces that as the bookstore's business expands, he wants to standardize the employees' attire to better serve customers.
• He reveals employee uniforms and explains that wearing them is now mandatory on workdays, with punishments for violations.

Character Developments

• Liu Ying, the new employee, is nervous and anxious about the meeting and interacting with Ma Feifei.
• Zhang Yunji is bored and sleepy, showing little interest in the meeting.
• Ma Feifei demonstrates his authority and ability to command respect from his employees.

Significant Themes

• Appearance vs Reality: The employees initially assume the meeting is about layoffs, but it turns out to be about uniforms, highlighting how their perceptions differ from reality.
• Authority and Respect: Ma Feifei's ability to command respect and maintain order among his employees is emphasized.

Character Interactions

• Liu Ying interacts with her brother, Zhang Yunji, expressing her nervousness about the meeting and Ma Feifei.
• Ma Feifei interacts with his employees, displaying his authority and making them follow his instructions.
• Zhang Caicai, the most carefree employee, shows enthusiasm when Ma Feifei gives him a task.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ma Feifei distributes employee uniforms to his staff, with Liuli's two sets remaining due to her absence.
• Liuli appears suddenly, takes her uniforms, and changes quickly.
• Ma Feifei decides to open the shop early despite his employees still changing.
• He personally checks tickets at the entrance, speeding up the process.

Character Developments

• Ma Feifei shows responsibility and consistency in his work.
• Liuli's sudden appearances remain unremarkable to the staff.
• Zhang Caicai's infatuation with Liuli is evident.

Significant Themes

• Responsibility: Ma Feifei takes charge of opening the shop and checking tickets.
• Appearance vs Reality: Liuli's sudden appearances and disappearances are accepted without question, highlighting the unusual nature of her existence.

Character Interactions

• Ma Feifei and his employees interact cordially, with Ma Feifei showing care for Liuli's belongings.
• Zhang Caicai's infatuation with Liuli is evident in his eagerness to see her.
• Customers discuss the new employee uniforms, showing curiosity about the changes in the bookstore.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ma Feifei asks Luan Feng to meet him in the backyard.
• Luan Feng reveals she absorbed the Book Spirit of 'Six Strategies'.
• Ma Feifei learns about Book Spirits leaving books actively or passively.
• He discovers books without Book Spirits can cultivate new ones using special materials like Book Spirit Stones.

Character Developments

• Luan Feng shows initiative and honesty in admitting she absorbed the Book Spirit.
• Ma Feifei demonstrates understanding and acceptance of Luan Feng's actions.
• Zhang Caicai shows eagerness to serve Ma Feifei.
• Yun Qingyang shows suspicion towards Ma Feifei's actions.

Significant Themes

• The nature and behavior of Book Spirits.
• The value and cultivation of Book Spirits.
• The relationship between readers and books.

Character Interactions

• Ma Feifei and Luan Feng: Ma Feifei questions Luan Feng about the Book Spirit, showing understanding and acceptance. Luan Feng openly shares her experience.
• Ma Feifei and Yun Qingyang: Yun Qingyang expresses suspicion towards Ma Feifei's actions, hinting at a potential power struggle or misunderstanding.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Yun Qingyang suspects Ma Feifei is hiding something and tries to inspect his space ring.
• Ma Feifei refuses, fearing Yun Qingyang will take his Spirit Crystals.
• Yun Qingyang offers her own space ring in exchange, but Ma Feifei is suspicious.
• Ma Feifei realizes Yun Qingyang wants the Book Spirit Stone he's been keeping.

Character Developments

• Ma Feifei: Struggles with his greed and guilt, eventually decides to give Yun Qingyang the Book Spirit Stone.
• Yun Qingyang: Shows determination and cunning in her pursuit of the Book Spirit Stone.

Significant Themes

• Greed and its consequences: Ma Feifei's initial reluctance to give up the Book Spirit Stone highlights his greed, but he eventually chooses to help Yun Qingyang.
• Trust and deception: Yun Qingyang's actions show she doesn't fully trust Ma Feifei, while Ma Feifei initially deceives Yun Qingyang about the contents of his space ring.

Character Interactions

• Yun Qingyang and Ma Feifei: Their interaction is marked by Yun Qingyang's persistence and Ma Feifei's initial resistance, leading to a tense negotiation.
• Ma Feifei and Luan Feng: Ma Feifei hires Luan Feng, showing his growing responsibility as a shop owner.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Yun Qingyang attempts to obtain a Book Spirit Stone from Ma Feifei.
• Ma Feifei uses the Tianshu Fragment to investigate Zhang Caicai's background.
• Ma Feifei discovers Zhang Caicai's impressive credentials: Second Dean of Vast Academy, exclusive chef of Mysterious Bookstore, and disciple of a first-rank Author, Zhang Ke.
• Ma Feifei becomes wary of Zhang Caicai's intentions and interrogates him.
• Zhang Caicai denies any hidden motives and expresses his desire to become the greatest Chef God.
• Ma Feifei learns that Zhang Caicai's master is named Zhang Qiling.

Character Developments

• Ma Feifei: Becomes suspicious of Zhang Caicai's true intentions after discovering his impressive background.
• Zhang Caicai: Remains focused on his goal of becoming the greatest Chef God, showing no signs of deception.

Significant Themes

• Trust and suspicion in relationships.
• The power dynamics between individuals with impressive credentials.
• The pursuit of personal goals despite one's background.

Character Interactions

• Ma Feifei and Yun Qingyang: Yun Qingyang attempts to please Ma Feifei to obtain the Book Spirit Stone, while Ma Feifei uses her to gather information about Zhang Caicai.
• Ma Feifei and Zhang Caicai: Ma Feifei interrogates Zhang Caicai about his true intentions, while Zhang Caicai remains honest about his goals and expresses confusion about Ma Feifei's suspicions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ma Feifei discovers that Zhang Caicai possesses the Nine Revolutions Sacred Spirit Body, which allows him to live up to 20 years old, after which he can undergo Nirvana Rebirth, shedding all previous memories.
• Ma Feifei learns that those with this physique can choose the timing of their Nirvana Rebirth and can undergo nine rebirths in total. After the ninth rebirth, they will automatically step into the Immortal Realm.
• A powerful surge occurs in Yun Qingyang's room, causing destruction in the backyard of the Mysterious Bookstore. Cultivators in Dubian Town hear the commotion and speculate about its cause.

Character Developments

• Ma Feifei becomes increasingly interested in the first-stage Author, Zhang Ke, who might be connected to Zhang Caicai's past life.
• Zhang Caicai remains unaware of his previous identities and memories due to his current life stage.

Significant Themes

• The theme of identity and memory is explored through Zhang Caicai's Nine Revolutions Sacred Spirit Body, which causes him to lose his past life's memories and identities upon each rebirth.
• The power of cultivation and the desire to ascend to the Immortal Realm are central themes, as the surge in Yun Qingyang's room suggests another ascension event.

Character Interactions

• Ma Feifei interacts with the system to learn about Zhang Caicai's physique and its implications.
• Cultivators in Dubian Town discuss the commotion at the Mysterious Bookstore, speculating about its cause.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Mysterious Bookstore's backyard is covered in ice, with Yun Qingyang's room at the epicenter.
• Yun Qingyang exhibits behaviors similar to her previous transformation into an ice crystal dragon statue.
• Ma Feifei, concerned, approaches Yun Qingyang's room and finds her in her true form, a Frost Giant Dragon, occupying the entire room.

Character Developments

• Ma Feifei shows concern and determination to check on Yun Qingyang, displaying his loyalty and bravery.
• Yun Qingyang's condition suggests she might be evolving or experiencing a significant change.

Significant Themes

• Transformation and growth (Yun Qingyang's potential evolution).
• Loyalty and concern (Ma Feifei's actions towards Yun Qingyang).

Character Interactions

• Ma Feifei and Luan Feng discuss Yun Qingyang's condition, with Ma Feifei reassuring Luan Feng that everything is normal.
• Ma Feifei interacts with Zhang Caicai, forbidding him from using the bookstore's ingredients for 'Ten Perfect Nourishing Soups.'
• Lian Yi visits the Mysterious Bookstore to inquire about the departure date for the Great Desolation Relic, interacting with the Sky-reaching Ape Monkey and Zhang Yunji.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lian Yi observes a middle-aged man in a black robe (later revealed to be Mo Xie) entering the Mysterious Bookstore.
• Mo Xie, intrigued by the vast collection of blue-quality books and the presence of higher-grade books, decides to read 'Investiture of the Gods'.
• Ma Feifei interacts with Yun Qingyang in her dragon form, briefly experiencing a fantasy of being a Dragon Knight before being brought back to reality.

Character Developments

• Lian Yi: Shows curiosity and caution, observing Mo Xie from a distance.
• Mo Xie: Reveals his knowledge of book essences and their rarity, displaying interest in the Mysterious Bookstore's collection.
• Ma Feifei: Exhibits chuunibyou tendencies, daydreaming about being a Dragon Knight.
• Yun Qingyang: Awakens from her Book Spirit Stone-induced slumber, displaying her cold and stern demeanor.

Significant Themes

• Power and Knowledge: Mo Xie's understanding of book essences and their value hints at the power of knowledge in this world.
• Fantasy and Reality: Ma Feifei's brief daydream about being a Dragon Knight contrasts with his return to reality, highlighting the theme of fantasy and reality.

Character Interactions

• Lian Yi and Mo Xie: Lian Yi observes Mo Xie from a distance, while Mo Xie is unaware of her presence.
• Ma Feifei and Yun Qingyang: Ma Feifei interacts with Yun Qingyang in her dragon form, experiencing a brief fantasy before being brought back to reality by her.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Yun Qingyang experiences a breakthrough attempt but is blocked due to the imperfection of the Great Dao.
• Ma Feifei cannot help Yun Qingyang break through without using a Tribulation Book, which he deems too dangerous.
• Mo Xie, the Demon Cult Leader, visits the Mysterious Bookstore, expressing regret for not accepting the Immortal Realm offer earlier.
• Ma Feifei throws the 'Investiture of the Gods' at Mo Xie, who is enveloped in golden light and disappears.

Character Developments

• Yun Qingyang: Shows concern for her cultivation progress but doesn't prioritize it over other aspects.
• Ma Feifei: Demonstrates understanding of the Azure Dragon Continent's laws and the danger of Tribulation Books, prioritizing Yun Qingyang's safety.
• Mo Xie: Displayed initial fear of becoming a book slave but now regrets not entering the Immortal Realm, showing ambition and adaptability.

Significant Themes

• The imperfection of the Great Dao and its impact on cultivation.
• The danger and allure of Tribulation Books as a means to bypass cultivation barriers.
• Ambition and its consequences, as seen through Mo Xie's character.

Character Interactions

• Yun Qingyang and Ma Feifei: They have a casual, almost familial relationship, with Yun Qingyang seeking Ma Feifei's help and Ma Feifei prioritizing her safety.
• Ma Feifei and Mo Xie: Their interaction is tense, with Ma Feifei manipulating Mo Xie's ambition and Mo Xie trying to hide his true intentions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A new book world, 'Investiture of the Gods', is triggered, but unlike previous worlds, it doesn't project an image; instead, it sends a golden drizzle across the Azure Dragon Continent.
• The golden drizzle avoids Gongsun Qiong, the ruler of Chu State, but not her subjects, suggesting it's not a random phenomenon.
• Qin Shi Huang and Grand General Bai Yi in Qin State absorb the golden drizzle, hinting at its special properties.
• In Yan State, the two Yan princes sign the Yan Yun Treaty to fight against Qin State's invasion, and they also experience the golden drizzle.

Character Developments

• Ma Feifei, the bookstore owner, shows indifference to this new book world, suggesting he knows more about it than he lets on.
• Qin Shi Huang demonstrates caution and control when the golden drizzle starts falling, showing his vigilance and self-preservation.
• Crown Prince Yan and Yan Xun temporarily set aside their differences to fight against Qin State, showing political pragmatism.

Significant Themes

• Divine Intervention: The golden drizzle could be interpreted as a divine blessing or curse, reflecting the characters' beliefs in higher powers.
• Power and Control: Characters like Qin Shi Huang and Crown Prince Yan strive to maintain or gain control over their domains, whether it's their bodies (absorbing the drizzle) or their territories (signing the treaty).

Character Interactions

• Ma Feifei and the Cultivators: Ma Feifei's indifference contrasts with the cultivators' excitement, hinting at his unique knowledge or experience.
• Qin Shi Huang and Grand General Bai Yi: Their interaction shows mutual respect and understanding, with Qin Shi Huang allowing Bai Yi to witness his absorption of the drizzle.
• Crown Prince Yan and Yan Xun: Their temporary alliance highlights their shared goal of resisting Qin State, despite their personal rivalry.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A golden drizzle occurs across the Azure Dragon Continent, believed to be an auspicious omen, except in Dubian Town where cultivators know it's connected to the Mysterious Bookstore.
• Mo Xie returns to the bookstore after retrieving the Investiture of the Gods, which triggers the 'Romance of the Winds and Clouds' main quest.
• Ma Feifei tasks Mo Xie with finding and bringing back people listed on the Investiture of the Gods to activate the 'Walking Books' privilege.

Character Developments

• Mo Xie: Shows his cunning and shameless nature, trying to keep the Investiture of the Gods for himself but ultimately agrees to Ma Feifei's task.
• Ma Feifei: Demonstrates his strategic thinking and knowledge of the Investiture of the Gods, using Mo Xie to find and recruit powerful individuals.

Significant Themes

• Power and influence: The Mysterious Bookstore's growing reputation and Ma Feifei's ambition to expand its influence.
• Manipulation and control: Ma Feifei uses Mo Xie's greed and ambition to further his own goals.

Character Interactions

• Ma Feifei and Mo Xie: Ma Feifei manipulates Mo Xie into completing a task for the bookstore, while Mo Xie tries to keep the rewards for himself but ultimately complies due to his fear of Ma Feifei and the bookstore's power.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Mysterious Bookstore receives a visit from Lian Yi, who reminds Ma Feifei about the upcoming opening of the Great Desolation Relic.
• Ma Feifei starts planning who to bring to the relic, considering the requirement for intelligence over strength.

Character Developments

• Ma Feifei demonstrates his strategic thinking and responsibility, prioritizing the bookstore's needs and considering each person's strengths and roles.
• Lian Yi shows initiative and responsibility by reminding Ma Feifei about the relic's opening.

Significant Themes

• Intelligence and strategy are emphasized over brute strength, reflecting the importance of wit and planning in cultivation and life.
• Responsibility and duty are highlighted as Ma Feifei considers the needs of the bookstore and its people.

Character Interactions

• Ma Feifei and Zhang Yunji: Ma Feifei's shopkeeper and assistant. They have a professional and respectful relationship, with Zhang Yunji showing deference to Ma Feifei's decisions.
• Ma Feifei and Lian Yi: They have a business-like relationship, with Lian Yi showing initiative and Ma Feifei considering her input.
• Ma Feifei and the potential relic team: Ma Feifei considers each team member's strengths and roles, demonstrating his strategic thinking and responsibility.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Mo Xie, the former Demon Cult Leader, decides not to revive the cult and instead accepts a task from the Mysterious Bookstore owner to recruit new employees using the 'Investiture of the Gods' scroll.
• Mo Xie leaves the Demon Cult, taking two of their treasured artifacts with him.
• Mo Xie opens the Investiture of the Gods scroll and decides to help his old friend, Qiu Yunzi, the Grand Elder of the Shangqing Sect.

Character Developments

• Mo Xie: Abandons his role as the Demon Cult Leader and pursues a new path, showing ambition and a desire for better treasures.
• Old Second Shi and Old Third Qi: Display loyalty to the Demon Cult and its former leader, expressing regret and uncertainty about the cult's future after Mo Xie's departure.

Significant Themes

• Ambition and change of goals: Mo Xie's decision to leave the Demon Cult and pursue a new path highlights the theme of changing ambitions and priorities.
• Loyalty and disillusionment: Old Second Shi and Old Third Qi's reaction to Mo Xie's departure showcases the theme of loyalty and the disillusionment that follows when expectations are not met.

Character Interactions

• Mo Xie and Old Second Shi/Old Third Qi: Mo Xie dismisses his former subordinates' pleas to revive the Demon Cult, leading to a tense interaction as they struggle to accept his decision.
• Mo Xie and Qiu Yunzi (off-page): Mo Xie's decision to help Qiu Yunzi, an old friend, demonstrates their past relationship and Mo Xie's willingness to assist him.