Chapter Summaries

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• A sudden storm gathers over Saint Grand Fort, forming a vast, dark ring in the sky.
• Panic ensues among civilians, nobles, and scholars, who believe it's a catastrophe weapon attack by Xilan Duchy.
• The city's barrier is activated, but it offers little security.
• Scholars, spies, and the king watch the sky in shock, seeking answers.
• The Great Church prays for protection, but it's insignificant compared to the sky's phenomenon.
• Xilan Duchy's spies report that Reilo, a mage, has been conducting secret experiments on a catastrophe weapon.
• The Sky Knight Order attempts to investigate the dark region in the sky.

Character Developments

• Civilians, nobles, and scholars are all helpless and fearful in the face of the disaster.
• The king is furious and seeking answers, but his advisors have no information.
• War King Fladick, a Royal Academician, steps forward to assess the situation.

Significant Themes

• Fear and helplessness in the face of unknown, catastrophic events.
• The futility of human efforts against overwhelming forces.
• The contrast between human insignificance and the vast, mysterious powers at play.

Character Interactions

• Civilians trample each other in panic.
• Nobles struggle to escape in their carriages, cursing the commoners.
• Scholars and the king seek information from their advisors, but none can provide answers.
• The Sky Knight Order charges towards the unknown, despite the futility of their mission.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A balloon airship crashes due to sudden changes in natural energy density, signaling an attack on Saint Grand Fort.
• The attack is identified as coming from the 'divine realm' or deep space, beyond humanity's reach.
• Reilo explains that the attack is not intentional but a result of the Superhumans' presence, likening it to a giant object passing overhead.
• The attack lasts for about half a minute, causing chaos and significant losses in Saint Grand Fort.

Character Developments

• Chen King, initially panicked, begins to understand the true scale of the Superhumans' power and feels relieved that the attack is not directed at them.
• Reilo, despite his knowledge and efforts, feels helpless against the Superhumans' power and the humans' fragility.

Significant Themes

• The vast power gap between humans and the Superhumans.
• Human fragility and ignorance in the face of the unknown.
• The insignificance of human life and actions in the grand scheme of the universe.

Character Interactions

• Chen King turns to Reilo for a counterattack plan, but Reilo can only explain the situation and offer no practical solutions.
• Reilo's analogy of humans as mosquitoes highlights the power imbalance and human insignificance.
• Seratos, Fladick's disciple, provides initial explanations about the energy changes but is later enlightened by Reilo's words.

Key Plot Points and Events

• M2212, a Superhumans Executive Officer, fails to capture Reilo and is carried back to Superbody Star through the Star Body Siphon channel.
• He learns about an unknown, powerful world observing their universe, hinting at the existence of other civilizations.
• M2212 returns and faces judgment for his mission failure. He submits his report, which is judged by permanent officers.
• The military plan to retake Dubit Province is postponed due to the Saint Grand Fort catastrophe.
• The Grand Natural Sciences Academy attributes the catastrophe to Reilo's experimental weapon, making him a public hero.
• The Grand Royal Academician Committee decides to share the super-body threat secret with the Xilan Royal Academician Committee and invites scholars for a symposium.
• Reilo is officially appointed as a vice-dean of the Grand Natural Sciences Academy.

Character Developments

• M2212 experiences shock and pain due to his mission failure and the revelation of an unknown world. He prepares for potential demotion.
• Reilo's actions at Saint Grand Fort make him a public hero and lead to his promotion to vice-dean.

Significant Themes

• The existence of other civilizations and the unknown.
• The consequences of failure and the potential loss of status.
• Public perception versus reality.

Character Interactions

• M2212 interacts with the permanent officers who judge his mission failure.
• Reilo's actions indirectly interact with the public, making him a hero.
• The Grand Royal Academician Committee interacts with the Xilan Royal Academician Committee to share information.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Reilo, a master of magic restrictions, is appointed as the youngest dean of the Grand Natural Sciences Academy.
• He meets Bailian, a master scholar he had helped in the past, who is now under house arrest at the academy.
• Reilo's inauguration ceremony is held, where he meets the academy's tutors and learns about its structure and current state.
• He announces two significant decrees: the annual assessments and graduation assessments will involve hunting ancient creatures, with the victors receiving a special evolutionary opportunity; and a compulsory rural education system for instructors, who will also receive the evolutionary opportunity.

Character Developments

• Reilo: He shows humility and respect towards his predecessors and the academy's tutors. He also demonstrates his strategic thinking and determination to prepare humanity for the threat of Superhumans.
• Bailian: She remains positive and grateful towards Reilo, despite being under house arrest.
• Jenny, Gubo, and Rena: They are introduced as key figures in the academy, with Jenny being a beautiful and respected tutor, Gubo as the external affairs vice dean, and Rena as the academic teaching vice dean.

Significant Themes

• The threat of ancient creatures and Superhumans, and humanity's response to these threats.
• The importance of knowledge and scholars in overcoming challenges and evolving.
• The potential of the academy as a hub for developing strategies to combat the Superhumans' influence.

Character Interactions

• Reilo and Bailian: They share a friendly and respectful relationship, with Bailian expressing gratitude for Reilo's past help.
• Reilo and the academy tutors: Reilo shows respect and appreciation for the tutors, while they anticipate his directives and are initially surprised by his announcements.
• Reilo and the vice deans: Reilo meets the other vice deans, Gubo and Rena, and learns about their roles and the academy's structure. He also learns about the renowned scholar Russ, who is currently conducting research in the Pangula Highlands.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Anemo, an academician from the Grand Duchy, visits Xixi Li in Xilan to extend an invitation to the Grand Royal Scientific Symposium and Exchange Conference.
• The invitation is from Dr. Reilo of Sun Energy, who will announce a significant research achievement regarding Otherworld beings, Superhumans.
• Xixi Li, the Bio-Exterminator, is invited due to her pioneering work on Alpha Cataclysmic Weapons.
• Xixi Li reflects on her past struggles to become an extraordinary scholar and her accidental discovery of a Magic Eye Pyramid, which revealed ancient history and led to her groundbreaking research.

Character Developments

• Xixi Li: Initially portrayed as cold and arrogant, she is revealed to be a driven and resilient scholar who has faced numerous challenges in her pursuit of knowledge.
• Anemo: Demonstrates respect for Xixi Li's intellect and understanding of her doubts about the invitation.

Significant Themes

• The pursuit of knowledge and the struggles faced by scholars.
• The consequences of war and the destruction of ancient civilizations.
• The potential for cooperation and exchange between different countries and cultures.

Character Interactions

• Xixi Li and Anemo: Their interaction shows mutual respect and understanding, with Anemo attempting to reassure Xixi Li about the invitation, and Xixi Li considering the implications of the invitation and Reilo's research.
• Xixi Li and Reilo (implicit): Their relationship is one of professional respect, with Reilo inviting Xixi Li to his conference and acknowledging her wisdom.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Gulan Civilization discovers that Level 2 civilizations use faith to create 'deities' as law weapons, but these have geographical limitations and eventually lose consciousness.
• They learn about Level 3 civilizations that create materialized law weapons, and Level 4 'Lighthouse' civilizations that integrate survival traits with law weapons.
• Xixi Li, after years of research, purifies an Alpha particle and returns to the Xilan Duchy to build an Alpha Particle Accelerator.
• She becomes the mistress of a slave owner to fund her research, aiming to break the old system established by the three pioneers.
• News of the Grand Duchy's successful test of a radiation cataclysmic weapon shocks Xixi Li, who feels betrayed and enraged.
• The Xilan Duchy panics over the law weapon concept, and the central Emperor nation of Aurora takes notice. Xixi Li proposes normalizing the title 'Pioneer' for Level 4 scholars.

Character Developments

• Xixi Li remains dedicated to her research, driven by her ambition to usher in humanity's second Golden Age. She becomes more determined and ambitious after learning about Reilo's success.
• Anemo, representing the Grand Duchy, shows diplomatic skills and understanding, attempting to foster academic exchange despite political tensions.

Significant Themes

• The pursuit of knowledge and power through scientific research, often at great personal cost.
• The tension between ambition and morality, as seen in Xixi Li's decision to become a slave owner's mistress.
• The political and social implications of scientific advancements, such as the panic caused by the law weapon concept.

Character Interactions

• Xixi Li and Anemo meet, with Xixi Li initially hostile due to Reilo's success but eventually accepting his invitation for academic exchange.
• Xixi Li's rivals and protectors are present, creating a tense atmosphere during Anemo's visit.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Reilo's life-and-death trial evolutionary opportunities have sparked interest among academy scholars but remain untested due to the tasks' complexity.
• Over twenty scholars visit Reilo, signing confidentiality contracts before entering a secret realm for the trial.
• The trial involves inoculating scholars with alien creatures called "Superhumans," which devour their souls through fear. Scholars must overcome this fear to succeed.

Character Developments

• Reilo: He is focused on his research and the upcoming royal academician conference, showing little interest in conversing with ZZ. He leads the scholars into the trial realm.
• Pernash: He assists the scholars in the trial, explaining the process and the threat of the Superhumans. He ensures the safety of the trial by arranging Shadow Dead Servants.

Significant Themes

• Evolution and growth: The scholars seek to evolve and grow through the trial, facing their fears and learning to overcome them.
• Fear and its consequences: The trial explores the theme of fear and its power over individuals, as well as the consequences of failing to overcome it.
• Confidentiality and secrecy: The scholars sign confidentiality contracts, emphasizing the importance of secrecy in Reilo's work and the academy's research.

Character Interactions

• Reilo and the scholars: Reilo leads the scholars into the trial realm, showing a calm and composed demeanor despite the trial's dangers.
• Pernash and the scholars: Pernash explains the trial's process and the threat of the Superhumans, offering guidance and support to the scholars.
• Reilo and Pernash: The two academicians work together to ensure the trial's success, with Pernash handling the scholars' preparation and Reilo leading them into the trial realm.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Reilo returns to the Grand Natural Sciences Academy and learns about the destruction of Pagrati City by a radiation weapon from the dark world.
• Gubo, Reilo's mentor, warns him about the Church's potential retaliation and the Grand Duchy's involvement.
• Reilo reveals his true colors to Gubo, expressing his desire for a new era and his lack of fear for the Church or the dark world's retaliation.
• Reilo and Corleon infiltrate the Church's secret chamber in Saint Grand Fort, capturing the Bishop and the Judge.
• Reilo declares war on the Church, stating that they are fighting against ignorance and lack of knowledge.

Character Developments

• Reilo: Reveals his radical views and disregard for the Church's authority, showing his determination to bring about a new era.
• Gubo: Realizes Reilo's true nature and becomes concerned about his disciple's actions and the Grand Duchy's involvement.

Significant Themes

• The struggle between reason and faith.
• The desire for knowledge and truth versus the oppression of the Church.
• The fear of the unknown (the dark world) and the willingness to take risks for a new era.

Character Interactions

• Reilo and Gubo: Their interaction reveals Reilo's true intentions and Gubo's concern for his disciple and the Grand Duchy.
• Reilo and the Church (Bishop and Judge): Reilo's declaration of war on the Church highlights the tension and conflict between reason and faith.
• Reilo and Corleon: Their alliance shows the unlikely partnership between a scholar and a dark seal master, driven by their shared goals.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Tens of thousands of believers gather outside the Great Church, pressuring the clergy and warriors.
• King Chen's Dead Servants, loyal warriors, clash with the Church's clergy.
• The Bishop of Saint Grand Fort uses his growing faith power to float and threaten the warriors.
• The Light Judge attempts to attack Reilo but is held off by Dead Servants.
• The Bishop and Judge decide to escape and inform the Church about the situation.
• The Light Judge uses divine power, briefly freezing the Shadow Warriors, and attempts to escape.
• Reilo observes the Judge's divine power activation process, likening it to a radiation weapon's energy release.

Character Developments

• The Bishop of Saint Grand Fort gains power from the believers' faith, becoming arrogant and threatening.
• The Light Judge demonstrates his strength and divine power, attempting to escape.
• Reilo shows his intelligence and observation skills, analyzing the Judge's divine power activation process.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics between the Church and the King.
• The influence of faith on the Church's clergy.
• The struggle between the Church and those who question its authority.

Character Interactions

• The Bishop and the Light Judge work together to escape, showing unity in the face of adversity.
• Reilo and Corleon stand against the Bishop and the Light Judge, representing King Chen's forces.
• The Shadow Warriors and the Light Judge clash, showcasing their respective powers.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Judge breaks through Corleon's encirclement and attacks, but Corleon's Law Body deflects the attack.
• A Shadow Guard's self-detonation destroys the Saint Grand Fort Church complex and kills many, including Zeros.
• The Grand Bishop summons the Creator of Light, who protects him and issues instructions.
• Corleon retreats after being affected by the Creator of Light's will.

Character Developments

• Corleon reveals his true form and Law Body, demonstrating his power but also showing vulnerability to the Creator of Light's will.
• The Grand Bishop shows resilience and resourcefulness in summoning the Creator of Light for protection and guidance.
• Reilo displays concern for Corleon's well-being, indicating a level of loyalty or dependence.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics: The struggle between Corleon, the Grand Bishop, and the Creator of Light highlights the shifting balance of power.
• Consequences of actions: The Shadow Guard's self-destruction and the subsequent destruction of the Church complex illustrate the severe repercussions of one's choices.
• Divine intervention: The Creator of Light's involvement underscores the role of divine entities in the story's world and their influence on events.

Character Interactions

• Corleon and the Judge: Their brief encounter showcases Corleon's power and the Judge's determination.
• Corleon and the Grand Bishop: Their exchange reveals Corleon's anger and the Grand Bishop's defiance, setting the stage for their conflict.
• Reilo and Corleon: Reilo's concern for Corleon suggests a complex relationship between them, possibly one of dependence or mutual respect.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xixi Li, the sole Xilan scholar to attend the Gran Royal Scientific Symposium, arrives in Saint Grand Fort.
• The Grand Church in Saint Grand Fort is surrounded by imperial guards, and the clergy is arrested, sparking unrest among the faithful.
• A miracle from the God of Light is summoned, but it's abruptly interrupted, and the Bishop is killed by a mysterious azure beam from space.
• Reilo, revealing himself as a Superhuman, announces the Bishop's death and the end of the Church's rule, causing chaos among the believers.

Character Developments

• Xixi Li: Shows surprise and anticipation towards the events unfolding in Saint Grand Fort, hinting at her own progress and expectations for the Grand Duchy's developments.
• Reilo: Demonstrates courage and resolve in confronting the Church and its believers, stepping into his role as a Superhuman.

Significant Themes

• The struggle between traditional religious power (the Church) and scientific progress (the Grand Duchy's academic circles).
• The consequences of blind faith and the lack of critical thinking among the believers.
• The emergence of Superhumans and their potential impact on the world's balance of power.

Character Interactions

• Xixi Li and Robin Han: Xixi Li's enigmatic response to Robin Han's questions about her destination suggests she possesses secret knowledge or intentions.
• Reilo and Corleon: Reilo's decision to leave quickly, as advised by Corleon, shows his understanding of the political pressures at play and his desire to protect the Grand Duchy.
• Reilo and the believers: Reilo's declaration of the Bishop's death and the Church's end causes fear, confusion, and chaos among the believers, marking a significant shift in their worldview.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xixi Li arrives at a remote, bottomless pit where an unknown attack occurred.
• Fladick, the War King, emerges from the pit and reports that the soil was attacked in an unprecedented way, with no energy residue or unknown substances found.
• Xixi Li explains that the soil's physical properties were stripped away by unknown means, turning it into microscopic 'death particles' that can't be detected.

Character Developments

• Xixi Li demonstrates her expertise in microscopic energy research, providing a plausible explanation for the mysterious attack.
• Fladick, despite his shock, maintains his analytical and reporting skills as the War King.

Significant Themes

• The limits of current academic understanding and the pursuit of knowledge.
• The power of laws and the destruction of fundamental particles.
• The consequences of unknown or unexplainable phenomena.

Character Interactions

• Xixi Li and Antonio (the pioneer of the Grand Duchy) have a tense interaction, with Xixi Li suggesting that Antonio could be the target of a conspiracy.
• Xixi Li and Fladick engage in a professional discussion about the mysterious attack, with Fladick expressing shock at Xixi Li's explanation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Cold Silence Death Orbital Cannon, maintained by Superhuman NB19920414, activates without target information.
• The cannon fires at a target on the Star Curtain World, depleting its energy reserves.
• NB19920414 reports the incident to the Military Committee, who approve of the cannon's activation.

Character Developments

• NB19920414, the Superhuman responsible for maintaining the cannon, is initially surprised by the activation but follows protocol and reports the incident.
• A2, the highest commander of the Superbody Star Warfare Committee in ancient times, is introduced as the creator of the Cold Silence Death Orbital Cannon and the discoverer of the Law of Cold Silence.

Significant Themes

• The Law of Cold Silence: A Physical Law that brings despair, stating that the universe is heading towards a state of absolute stillness, silence, and cold.
• The struggle for survival: The Superhumans' desperate attempt to save their civilization from extinction.
• The consequences of energy use: Every time energy is utilized, it accelerates the process of local universal death.

Character Interactions

• NB19920414 interacts with the Military Committee, reporting the cannon's activation and receiving approval.
• A2's actions and discoveries are mentioned, influencing the Superhumans' history and the creation of the Cold Silence Death Orbital Cannon.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The believers' faith in the Church is shattered after witnessing the Bishop's death.
• Reilo and Corleon discuss the implications of their actions and the future threats they face.
• Reilo reveals his radical plan to elevate humanity's level to resist Superhumans before the world's end.

Character Developments

• Reilo: Becomes more determined and reckless in his pursuit of elevating humanity's level to resist Superhumans.
• Corleon: Realizes the gravity of Reilo's plans and struggles with the moral implications.

Significant Themes

• The struggle for power and control between the Church, scholars, and other factions.
• The looming threat of Superhumans and the end of the world.
• The consequences of Reilo's radical plans and the potential betrayal of the King.

Character Interactions

• Reilo and Corleon: Their conversation reveals Reilo's true intentions and the strain it puts on their relationship.
• Reilo's mention of Lola (his wife) highlights his personal motivations and commitments.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Two days after the failed miracle at the Church of Light, Saint Grand Fort is in chaos, with people committing suicide out of despair.
• The Grand Royal Scientific Symposium and Exchange Conference is about to begin, with scholars and nobles flocking to meet Dean Reilo, who is preparing for the event.
• Xixi Li, the Xilan ambassador, observes the scholars' enthusiasm and compares it to the state of Xilan's scholars.
• Reilo, with Lola's help, prepares meticulously for the conference, representing the dignity of Gran, the Royal Academician Committee, and the voices of scholars.
• Reilo decides to use ZZ, the Superhuman, as a specimen at the conference, aiming to complete the scholars' understanding of Superhumans.
• Gubo, Reilo's mentor, warns Reilo about his growing ambition and the potential consequences of his actions.

Character Developments

• Reilo: Becomes more ambitious and determined to prove himself as a scholar, even willing to use ZZ as a specimen.
• Gubo: Recognizes Reilo's growing ambition and expresses concern about the potential consequences.
• Xixi Li: Observes the scholars' enthusiasm and compares it to Xilan's state, showing a mix of admiration and rivalry.

Significant Themes

• Ambition and its consequences: Reilo's growing ambition raises concerns from Gubo, who fears the potential harm it may cause.
• The pursuit of knowledge and power: Scholars are driven by the desire to understand Superhumans, which could lead to both knowledge and power.
• The contrast between Gran and Xilan: Xixi Li's observations highlight the differences between the two countries, with Gran being more prosperous and Xilan more centralized under its powerful king.

Character Interactions

• Reilo and Lola: They share a tender moment as Lola helps Reilo prepare, showing their affection and understanding.
• Reilo and Gubo: Gubo warns Reilo about his growing ambition, showing his concern and awareness of Reilo's potential danger.
• Xixi Li and Robin Han: They discuss the state of Gran and Xilan, revealing their respective countries' strengths and weaknesses.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Reilo, now a hero, is celebrated by a young scholar who sees him as an idol.
• Reilo reveals at the Royal Scientific Symposium that the Church's Bishop's death was due to Superhumans, not a miracle.
• He presents evidence suggesting that humans are not the apex civilization, and that higher civilizations have invaded and caused extinctions in the past.
• Corleon's research is shown, revealing the existence of powerful civilizations at the center of the continent, including the Cataclysm Civilization and the Central Civilization.

Character Developments

• Reilo is portrayed as a charismatic and influential figure, willing to challenge established beliefs.
• The young scholar shows admiration and dedication to Reilo's ideals.
• Corleon is revealed to have captured an Ancient Dragon and obtained intelligence about other civilizations.

Significant Themes

• The pursuit of truth and knowledge, even when it challenges established beliefs.
• The harsh reality of survival and competition among civilizations.
• The consequences of unchecked ambition and power, as seen through Reilo's influence and Corleon's actions.

Character Interactions

• Reilo interacts with the young scholar, showing kindness and humility despite his status.
• Reilo challenges Master Anli, a respected scholar, with his revelations about the world.
• Corleon's research is shown, revealing his collaboration with Reilo, and the dark consequences of their actions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A young scholar from Trabia questions Reilo about civilization levels during the Royal Academic Exchange Conference.
• Reilo discusses six civilization levels based on law comprehension: Level 1 (Primitive), Level 2 (Temple), Level 3 (Pantheon), and hints at Level 4 (Scholars).
• Fladick challenges Reilo's reverence for law weapons, sparking debate.
• Xixi Li, a Bio-Exterminator from the Xilan Duchy, supports Reilo's views and shares her research on ancient civilizations and law weapons.

Character Developments

• Reilo demonstrates his ambition and conviction in pushing human civilization towards Level 4.
• Xixi Li reveals her extensive knowledge and bold theories about ancient civilizations and law weapons, gaining respect from Reilo and others.
• Fladick shows skepticism towards Reilo's views and defends the power of deities.

Significant Themes

• The pursuit of knowledge and progress, represented by Reilo and Xixi Li's research on law weapons and civilization levels.
• The tension between academic freedom and religious authority, as seen in the Church's influence on scholarly discourse.
• The potential threat of ancient creatures and the possibility of new civilizations rising from the underground world.

Character Interactions

• Reilo and Xixi Li find common ground in their research and support each other's views.
• Fladick challenges Reilo, highlighting the differing opinions among the scholarly community.
• Antonio and Fladick exchange a glance, indicating their shared concern about the Grand Duchy's security and the potential threat from the Xilan Duchy.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xixi Li and Reilo engage in a debate about civilization rankings, with Reilo distinguishing between Temple (Level 2) and Divine (Level 3) civilizations, and Xixi Li suggesting a merger.
• Antonio acknowledges the rationality of Reilo and Xixi Li's dark and cruel worldview, marking a significant shift in academic thought.
• Antonio raises the possibility of an unknown civilization attacking humans, leading Xixi Li to propose fleeing and preserving civilization's spark.
• Reilo suggests that suffering a law-based strike could lead to adaptive evolution, and finding the Black Death Old Demon's corpse could yield a new cataclysmic weapon.

Character Developments

• Xixi Li: Shows pride in her theories and is open to changing her views based on compelling arguments.
• Reilo: Demonstrates calmness and confidence in his beliefs, showing a willingness to consider different perspectives.
• Antonio: Recognizes the potential of younger scholars and acknowledges the rationality of Reilo and Xixi Li's views, marking a shift in his academic stance.

Significant Themes

• The recognition and weaponization of laws: The debate revolves around the understanding and application of laws, with Reilo and Xixi Li advocating for a more advanced, law-based approach.
• Adaptive evolution: The idea that civilizations and species can adapt and evolve in response to destructive forces, potentially leading to new developments.
• The pursuit of knowledge and truth: Scholars are driven by the desire to understand the world's laws and develop new theories, even in the face of potential danger.

Character Interactions

• Xixi Li and Reilo: Engage in a respectful and intellectually stimulating debate, leading to mutual appreciation and a shared understanding of their theories.
• Antonio and Reilo/Xixi Li: Antonio acknowledges the younger scholars' views, marking a shift in his academic stance and showing respect for their ideas.
• The older generation of scholars and younger scholars: The older generation shows resistance to new ideas, while the younger scholars are eager to challenge established concepts and develop new theories.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Reilo, now a Royal Academician, presents his findings on Superhumans at an academic conference.
• He reveals that Superhumans are a Level 6 civilization invading the world, draining its vital energy, and blocking stellar travel.
• Reilo uses a possessed human corpse, ZZ, as a specimen to study Superhumans, demonstrating their power and methods of invasion.
• The scholars dissect and study ZZ, learning about Superhumans' biological form, mental power, and weaknesses.
• Reilo gifts ZZ to Xilan Duchy's scholars and proposes the establishment of a unified Scholars' Alliance for Superhumans research.

Character Developments

• Reilo: Becomes a Royal Academician, gains access to fundamental particle laws, and immunizes humans against Superhuman invasion.
• ZZ: Serves as a specimen, providing valuable information about Superhumans, and is eventually gifted to Xilan Duchy's scholars.

Significant Themes

• The power of knowledge and understanding in the academic world.
• The struggle for survival and dominance between civilizations.
• The ethical implications of using sentient beings as specimens.

Character Interactions

• Reilo and ZZ: Reilo uses ZZ as a specimen to study Superhumans, while ZZ provides information and taunts the scholars.
• Reilo and Xixi Li: Reilo gifts ZZ to Xixi Li and proposes the establishment of a Scholars' Alliance for Superhumans research.
• The scholars and ZZ: The scholars dissect and study ZZ, learning about Superhumans and their methods of invasion.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Reilo becomes a Royal Academician after the successful Grand Natural Sciences Academy's seminar.
• He receives an invitation from the Royal Academician Committee, marking his peak in academia.
• Reilo decides to join the war in Dubit Province despite the risks.
• Anemo, a fellow academician, shares insights about the academic hierarchy and provides a notebook with information on powerful scholars.

Character Developments

• Reilo: Achieves his academic peak, decides to join the war, remains humble about his understanding of laws.
• Anemo: Shares her knowledge and experiences, reveals her research limitations, hopes to gain inspiration from studying other scholars.

Significant Themes

• The hierarchy and power dynamics within the academic world.
• The limitations of current understanding and research in the field of Evolution's Profound Meaning.
• The influence of the war on academic pursuits and scholars' decisions.

Character Interactions

• Reilo and Anemo: They exchange information and insights, with Anemo guiding Reilo through the academic hierarchy.
• Reilo and Pernash: Pernash warns Reilo about the war's dangers and mentions Corleon's protection.
• Reilo and Lola, Sain: They express excitement and support for Reilo's new status and decision to join the war.