Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wu Chenxi leaves Gongnong Sixth Village without asking about Ouyang's house or Ye Qing.
• She tries to find Ouyang's house using public transportation, eventually finding it by subway.
• Upon arrival, she discovers no one is home and attempts to hold a remote control to pass the time, but fails due to her ghostly state.

Character Developments

• Wu Chenxi shows resilience and determination in her new ghostly form, attempting to grasp objects and understand her abilities.
• Ouyang's family returns home, mourning the death of their great-aunt. Ouyang is in denial about her great-aunt's mental state.

Significant Themes

• The struggle and adaptation of the newly deceased (Wu Chenxi).
• The denial of mental health issues (Ouyang's family).

Character Interactions

• Wu Chenxi interacts with the environment, trying to manipulate objects and understand her limitations as a ghost.
• Ouyang's family interacts with each other, expressing grief and trying to come to terms with the death of their great-aunt.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ouyang's great-aunt commits suicide, leaving Ouyang traumatized and blaming herself.
• Ouyang attempts suicide but fails due to the dullness of the knife.
• A stone spirit, the tourmaline, enters Ouyang's bedroom, terrifying Wu Chenxi and Ouyang.

Character Developments

• Ouyang: Struggles with guilt and suicidal thoughts after her great-aunt's death. She initially tries to harm herself but stops short.
• Wu Chenxi: Becomes a ghost after her death and tries to protect Ouyang from harming herself. She is terrified by the tourmaline's presence.

Significant Themes

• Guilt and its consequences: Ouyang's feelings of guilt drive her to attempt suicide.
• The supernatural: The tourmaline's presence introduces a supernatural element, adding fear and tension to the story.
• The impact of death on the living: Ouyang's great-aunt's suicide has a profound effect on Ouyang, leading her to consider taking her own life.

Character Interactions

• Ouyang and Wu Chenxi: Wu Chenxi, as a ghost, tries to prevent Ouyang from harming herself. They share a emotional connection, with Wu Chenxi trying to comfort Ouyang.
• Ouyang and the tourmaline: Ouyang is terrified by the tourmaline's presence, highlighting her vulnerability and fear.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wu Chenxi experiences intense pain and fear when connected to the stone spirit.
• Ouyang interacts with the invisible stone spirit, leading to a violent confrontation.
• The stone spirit attacks Ouyang, mimicking Wu Chenxi's death, and torments her.
• Wu Chenxi snaps out of her fear and defends Ouyang, ultimately sacrificing herself by jumping out the window with the stone spirit.

Character Developments

• Wu Chenxi: Overcomes her fear and trauma from her past death, demonstrating bravery and selflessness in protecting Ouyang.
• Ouyang: Shows remorse and regret for her past actions, becoming more vulnerable and emotionally open.

Significant Themes

• Fear and trauma: Wu Chenxi's past death haunts her, affecting her present actions and emotions.
• Sacrifice: Wu Chenxi's decision to save Ouyang highlights the theme of self-sacrifice for a friend.
• Redemption: Ouyang's remorse and Wu Chenxi's actions suggest a path towards redemption for both characters.

Character Interactions

• Wu Chenxi and Ouyang: Their friendship deepens as they face the stone spirit together. Ouyang's remorse and Wu Chenxi's protective actions strengthen their bond.
• Wu Chenxi and the stone spirit: Their connection allows Wu Chenxi to experience the stone spirit's fear and pain, ultimately leading to her decision to confront it.
• Wu Chenxi and the narrator: The narrator's attempts to communicate with Wu Chenxi highlight her isolation and the narrator's growing concern for her well-being.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wu Chenxi and the Stone Spirit fall from a high place.
• The Stone Spirit shatters and disappears, seemingly completing its destructive process.
• Wu Chenxi, now a ghost, is found by Ouyang Xiao (Xiaoxiao) who cries over her.
• Wu Chenxi reveals she's a ghost and has no regrets about her death.
• She makes Ouyang promise to live well, and in return, she'll reincarnate and be Ouyang's daughter in the next life.
• Wu Chenxi's ghost disappears, and the narrator wakes up at home.
• News from Chen Yihan includes the peaceful death of Old Mrs. Ouyang in Gongnong Sixth Village.

Character Developments

• Wu Chenxi accepts her death and focuses on ensuring Ouyang's well-being, showing growth in selflessness and acceptance.
• Ouyang Xiao struggles to accept Wu Chenxi's death, displaying emotional vulnerability and love for her friend.

Significant Themes

• Acceptance of death and moving on.
• The importance of promises and keeping one's word.
• The power of love and friendship, even after death.

Character Interactions

• Wu Chenxi and Ouyang Xiao: Their emotional goodbye highlights their deep bond and mutual care.
• Wu Chenxi and Ouyang's parents: Wu Chenxi's concern for Ouyang's parents shows her maturity and thoughtfulness.
• The narrator and Wu Chenxi: The narrator's connection to Wu Chenxi's feelings allows them to understand her emotional state.

Key Plot Points and Events

• An old lady dies with undigested food and two gold rings in her stomach, but no evidence of her eating or entering the house.
• The rings are identified as the old lady's and her late husband's wedding rings.
• The old lady's children had sent her for treatment due to her delusion of having a key to the house.
• Lin Qi dreams about the old lady's death and explains the mysteries to his friends.
• Lin Qi and his friends compare notes to verify if Lin Qi's dreams change reality.

Character Developments

• Lin Qi: Struggles with accepting his ability and its side effects. He's more open to discussing his experiences with his friends.
• Guo Yujie, Chen Xiaoqiu, Skinny, and Fatty: They become more accepting of Lin Qi's ability and show concern for his well-being.

Significant Themes

• Reality vs. Dreams: Lin Qi's dreams influence reality, but the extent and rules of this influence are unknown.
• Acceptance of the Supernatural: Lin Qi and his friends are becoming more open to discussing and accepting the supernatural events they encounter.
• The Consequences of Time Travel: Lin Qi begins to consider the implications of his ability on his physical body.

Character Interactions

• Lin Qi and his friends: They support each other, share their experiences, and work together to understand Lin Qi's ability.
• Lin Qi and Guo Ziyang's family: Lin Qi feels a sense of responsibility towards Guo Ziyang's family due to his dreams about them.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The protagonist visits the sealed-off house and Ye Qing's paranormal investigation office in Gongnong Village Six.
• He recalls the story of Wu Chenxi and Old Mrs. Ouyang, trying to understand the actions of a ghost who influenced the old lady.
• In the office, he hears Ye Qing's voice discussing the ghost's temporary loss of control.
• Ye Qing warns the protagonist not to accept anything from ghosts.
• The protagonist wonders if Ye Qing's current state is due to losing control, and if his past actions were influenced by malevolent spirits.

Character Developments

• The protagonist becomes increasingly uneasy about Ye Qing's true nature and his potential influence on the protagonist's involvement in supernatural matters.
• Ye Qing appears more talkative and forthcoming, which seems abnormal to the protagonist.

Significant Themes

• Control and loss of control, both in the context of human emotions and supernatural entities.
• The influence of ghosts on humans and the potential dangers of accepting gifts or influence from ghosts.
• The protagonist's growing unease and self-doubt about Ye Qing's true nature and intentions.

Character Interactions

• The protagonist interacts with Ye Qing, both in person and through his voice in the office.
• The protagonist reflects on past conversations with Guo Yujie, Chen Xiaoqiu, and the two men about the ghost's actions and motivations.
• The protagonist's internal dialogue reveals his growing anxiety and uncertainty about Ye Qing and his own involvement in supernatural matters.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The protagonist, She Shuiyu, suspects his colleague, Ye Qing, of malice due to the latter's evasive behavior regarding She's abilities.
• She Shuiyu's sister mentions seeing Ouyang, a classmate of Wu Chenxi (a girl who recently died), at school, indicating Ouyang's recovery.
• She Shuiyu reflects on Wu Chenxi and Ouyang's situation, gaining confidence in Ye Qing's trustworthiness.
• She Shuiyu reviews the file for Incident Number 070, detailing his failed attempts to confess to a girl he met at a bus stop.

Character Developments

• She Shuiyu: Struggles with suspicion towards Ye Qing but ultimately decides to trust him based on past actions and the positive influence of Wu Chenxi and Ouyang's situation.
• Ouyang: Shows resilience and determination to move on after Wu Chenxi's death, inspiring She Shuiyu.

Significant Themes

• Trust and suspicion: She Shuiyu grapples with trusting Ye Qing despite his evasive behavior.
• Resilience and moving on: Ouyang's determination to continue living and studying after Wu Chenxi's death serves as an inspiration for She Shuiyu.

Character Interactions

• She Shuiyu and Ye Qing: Their relationship is neither too close nor too distant, with She Shuiyu suspecting Ye Qing of malice but ultimately deciding to trust him.
• She Shuiyu and his family: She Shuiyu keeps his suspicions about Ye Qing and his abilities hidden from his family to avoid causing them worry.
• Ouyang and Wu Chenxi: Ouyang's promise to live a good life for Wu Chenxi's sake influences She Shuiyu's perspective on Ye Qing's trustworthiness.

Key Plot Points and Events

• She Zhi has been seeing a ghostly figure of a girl he's infatuated with at the bus station and his workplace.
• The girl was last seen on May 19th, and She Zhi posted a message online to find her, which went viral.
• She Zhi saw the girl at his workplace pantry, covered in dirt and muddy water, and she disappeared when he tried to approach.

Character Developments

• She Zhi: Becomes obsessed with finding the girl and confesses his feelings. He starts seeing her ghostly figure, causing him distress.
• The Girl: Appears to be a ghost, possibly due to a recent misfortune. She seems to be aware of She Zhi and appears where he is.

Significant Themes

• Love and obsession: She Zhi's infatuation with the girl leads him to desperate measures to find her.
• Supernatural elements: The girl's ghostly appearances suggest a mysterious and otherworldly presence.

Character Interactions

• She Zhi interacts with the girl's ghostly figure, trying to approach her but failing each time.
• She Zhi communicates with the police, seeking help to find the girl and understand her ghostly appearances.
• The girl's colleagues and classmates are mentioned, providing information about her whereabouts and appearance.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Mr. She is warned about the potential danger from Miss Hou, the ghost.
• The team investigates Miss Hou's identity and finds she transferred a significant amount of money to an unknown person before disappearing.
• Mr. She sees Miss Hou at the Grand World Club, where she leaves muddy footprints and handprints on a glass window.
• Mr. She visits the team's office to report the encounter.

Character Developments

• Mr. She: Becomes more determined to help Miss Hou despite the risks.
• Miss Hou: Her behavior suggests she might be seeking help, not harm.

Significant Themes

• The uncertainty and danger of ghostly encounters.
• The importance of truth and honesty in communication.

Character Interactions

• The team interacts with Mr. She, providing guidance and reassurance while investigating Miss Hou's case.
• Mr. She interacts with Miss Hou, seeing her apparition at the club and experiencing her supernatural influence.

Key Plot Points and Events

• She, the main character, is startled by Hou Jianing's sudden anger and aggressive behavior.
• The investigation team decides to contact Hou Jianing's family and friends before attempting to communicate with the ghost directly.
• She learns from Hou Jianing's neighbor, Cai Zhi, that she had been buying clothes and cosmetics before her disappearance.
• From Hou Jianing's colleague, Xu Mengjie, She discovers that Hou Jianing was upset about a social media post, had a blind date, and had resigned from her job.

Character Developments

• Hou Jianing's ghost is shown to be increasingly angry and aggressive, suggesting she may have died due to strong emotions.
• Xu Mengjie reveals her disdain for Hou Jianing's attitude towards her admirer and her blind date.

Significant Themes

• The investigation team's caution in dealing with angry spirits.
• The impact of social media on personal relationships.
• The pressure and expectations placed on women regarding their romantic lives.

Character Interactions

• She and the investigation team discuss the case and decide on their next steps.
• She interacts with Hou Jianing's neighbor, Cai Zhi, and colleague, Xu Mengjie, to gather information.
• Xu Mengjie expresses her frustration with Hou Jianing's attitude towards her admirer and blind date.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Audio files reveal a conversation about an unhappy woman (assumed to be Hou Jianing) and a possible target.
• Ma Xiaoxiang, Hou Jianing's colleague, reveals that Hou wanted to resign on May 21, 2011, due to an incident involving Wei (Xiao Wei), a young man she was seeing.
• Ma mentions that Hou was being targeted and followed after her company's address and photo were posted online.
• She Shuiyu, the client, calls to say he was briefly detained by police and questioned about his whereabouts on May 20-21.

Character Developments

• Ma Xiaoxiang: Blames herself for not paying more attention to Hou's distress, showing remorse.
• She Shuiyu: Expresses guilt and concern for Hou, vowing to apologize if she's found.

Significant Themes

• Guilt and responsibility: Both Ma and She feel guilty for not doing more to help Hou.
• Online harassment: The incident highlights the dangers of online stalking and harassment.

Character Interactions

• Ma Xiaoxiang and the investigator: Ma provides crucial information about Hou's last days.
• She Shuiyu and the investigator: She shares his interaction with police and expresses his guilt.
• Wei (Xiao Wei) and Hou Jianing: Their relationship is mentioned as a source of distress for Hou.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A client, Mr. She, reports seeing a ghost outside his window, which is later confirmed by the investigators.
• The ghost, presumed to be Miss Hou, shows Mr. She her bloody, mutilated back and tries to grab his hand before being pulled away.
• Investigators analyze an audio file of Miss Hou's voice, which contains faint pleas for help and a sound suggesting she might have been put in a bag.

Character Developments

• Mr. She: Becomes increasingly distressed and haunted by Miss Hou's ghost, affecting his mental state. He tries to help Miss Hou but is unsuccessful.
• Miss Hou (ghost): Shows signs of distress and trauma, pleading for help. Her ghostly appearance is gruesome, indicating a violent death.

Significant Themes

• Trauma and its aftermath: Both Miss Hou's ghost and Mr. She are haunted by traumatic events, affecting their present states.
• Communication and understanding: Miss Hou's faint pleas for help highlight the challenge of communicating with ghosts and understanding their needs.

Character Interactions

• Mr. She and Miss Hou (ghost): Their interaction is brief but intense, with Miss Hou showing her wounds and trying to grab Mr. She, while he attempts to help her but fails.
• Investigators and Mr. She: The investigators provide support and guidance to Mr. She, trying to understand the situation and help him cope with the supernatural encounter.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The team listens to an audio file from May 20th, which cuts off mid-sentence when Hou Jianing is likely abducted.
• They interview Wei Chenfeng, Hou Jianing's blind date, about her last known whereabouts.
• Wei reveals that Hou mentioned being followed by an unknown man, who might be the same person harassing her online.
• Hou's last contact with Wei was a text message after she arrived home on May 20th.
• Wei expresses guilt for not taking Hou home that night and for not taking her concerns about the stalker more seriously.
• The team analyzes Wei's audio interview, noting his insincere tone and lack of genuine concern for Hou's safety.

Character Developments

• Wei Chenfeng: Initially portrayed as a potential love interest, Wei's lack of concern for Hou's safety and his insincere demeanor raise suspicion about his true feelings and intentions.
• Hou Jianing: Her disappearance remains the central mystery, with evidence suggesting she was abducted from her apartment.

Significant Themes

• Trust and deception: Wei's insincere tone and lack of genuine concern for Hou's safety raise questions about his honesty and intentions.
• The danger of online interactions: The unknown stalker's actions highlight the potential risks of online communication and harassment.

Character Interactions

• Wei Chenfeng and the interviewers: Wei's interview reveals his limited knowledge of Hou's personal life and his initial disregard for her safety concerns.
• The team: They discuss their findings and decide to involve the police, as they've gathered as much information as they can.

Key Plot Points and Events

• She Shuiyu, the client, insists on finding his lost love, Yu Hong, despite the risks.
• The investigators retrieve surveillance footage from May 20, 2011, showing a man (later identified as She Shuiyu) repeatedly entering a store at No. 324, Xinshijie Road.
• On May 26, 2011, the store's window shows dark shadows, and the man is later taken away by police.
• It's confirmed that Yu Hong is not a suspect and didn't know Hou Jianing, the victim from the previous chapter.

Character Developments

• She Shuiyu: Shows determination to find Yu Hong, accepting potential risks and consequences.
• Yu Hong: Not directly present but suspected to be involved in the supernatural events at No. 324.

Significant Themes

• Guilt and redemption: She Shuiyu feels guilty for his role in Yu Hong's disappearance and wants to make amends.
• Supernatural consequences: The investigators warn She Shuiyu about potential future supernatural encounters and impacts on his family.

Character Interactions

• She Shuiyu and the investigators: She Shuiyu pleads with the investigators to help him find Yu Hong, accepting their warnings and conditions.
• The investigators and the police: The investigators confirm Yu Hong's status as a suspect with the police.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Mr. She receives a late-night call, claiming Hou Jianing is in his bedroom.
• He discovers bloodstains on his bedsheet, which later disappear.
• The team visits Mr. She's home during the day, confirming strong Yin energy and resentment in his bedroom.
• They discuss the possibility of Hou Jianing becoming more ghost-like and the urgency to contact her.

Character Developments

• Mr. She shows fear and nervousness when experiencing paranormal activities.
• The team acknowledges the severity of Hou Jianing's situation and the need for caution.

Significant Themes

• The struggle between human and ghostly aspects in Hou Jianing.
• The urgency and danger of contacting Hou Jianing.
• The team's concern for Mr. She's safety.

Character Interactions

• Mr. She interacts with the team, expressing his fear and desire to communicate with Hou Jianing.
• The team members discuss the case, sharing their observations and concerns about Mr. She and Hou Jianing.

Summary of Chapter 10: The Target of the Confession

Key Plot Points and Events

• She, the client, experiences another encounter with the ghost, Hou Jianing, who lies beside him and watches him without reacting to his attempts to communicate.
• The investigators install surveillance equipment in She's bedroom to monitor the situation.
• The surveillance footage from the next night shows a ghostly figure of Hou Jianing appearing beside She, interacting with him in a silent, eerie manner.

Character Developments

• She's desperation to communicate with Hou Jianing grows, despite the investigators' warnings.
• Hou Jianing's ghostly behavior becomes more active and interactive, suggesting a growing interest or intent towards She.

Significant Themes

• The theme of communication and connection between the living and the dead is further explored, with Hou Jianing's silent interactions adding complexity to this theme.
• The investigators' role as intermediaries and their use of technology to understand and document the supernatural events are emphasized.

Character Interactions

• She and Hou Jianing's interactions become more frequent and intense, with Hou Jianing displaying a range of emotions and actions, from watching She to attempting to communicate with him.
• The investigators continue to support and guide She, installing surveillance equipment to better understand and document the supernatural events.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The team analyzes an audio file, trying to decipher a woman's lipsyncing to determine if she's saying "Why didn't you save me?"
• They discuss Lin Yanfei's case, which involved drugs but had no clear source identified.
• They speculate about a possible connection between Lin Yanfei and Lin Guorong, and the implications of this connection.

Character Developments

• The team members show curiosity and determination in their investigation.
• Ma Xiaoxiang's former colleague, Zhang Aijia, is interviewed, revealing her positive views about her company and the security services industry.

Significant Themes

• The investigation into Lin Yanfei's case and potential connections to other individuals.
• The dynamics of the security services industry and employee turnover.
• The role of matchmaking in Chinese society, as exemplified by Zhang Aijia's colleague.

Character Interactions

• The team members collaborate to analyze the audio file and discuss their findings.
• Zhang Aijia shares her views on her company and the industry with the reporters, providing insights into her personal life and observations about her colleagues.
• Zhang Aijia's interaction with her friend, Xiaofang, demonstrates the casual, friendly nature of their relationship.

Summary of Chapter 70 - Confession Target (12)

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wang Yu's past is investigated. She married secretly, sold her marital home, and withdrew all her savings around March 2010.
• A surveillance video from the client's residence shows a woman (presumably Wang Yu) having a distressing episode, seemingly controlled by an unseen force, and later disappearing, leaving behind a bloodstain.
• An audio file reveals a voice saying "Why didn't you save me" repeatedly and "Kill me".
• Wang Yu's father is contacted. He reveals that Wang Yu had a drug addiction, sold her marital home to buy drugs, and went to a rehabilitation center. He hasn't heard from her since around August-September 2010.

Character Developments

• Wang Yu's past actions and her father's revelations about her drug addiction suggest a troubled personal life.
• Wang Yu's father shows concern and helplessness regarding his daughter's situation.

Significant Themes

• The destructive nature of addiction and its impact on personal and family life.
• The struggle between wanting to help a loved one and feeling helpless to do so.

Character Interactions

• Wang Yu's father expresses frustration and sadness about his daughter's drug addiction and his inability to help her.
• Wang Yu's past actions and the video footage suggest a possible supernatural influence or control over her.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Investigators contact Ms. Ma Xiaoxiang about Wang Yu's disappearance.
• They threaten to involve the police if Ms. Ma doesn't cooperate, hinting at her son's potential involvement.
• Ms. Ma reveals she was forced into human trafficking by a criminal organization that threatened her son.
• The organization trained her to lure women to a specific coffee shop, using blind dates as a method.
• Ms. Ma admits to framing Mr. She and possibly Mr. Wei at the organization's behest.

Character Developments

• Ms. Ma Xiaoxiang: Initially defiant, she eventually confesses to her role in human trafficking due to fear of police involvement and her son's safety.

Significant Themes

• Corruption and Extortion: The criminal organization exploits Ms. Ma's love for her son to force her into cooperation.
• Powerlessness: Ms. Ma feels helpless against the criminal organization, highlighting the theme of power dynamics.
• Consequences of Actions: Ms. Ma's past actions catch up to her, leading to her confession.

Character Interactions

• Investigators vs. Ms. Ma: The investigators use threats and psychological manipulation to extract a confession from Ms. Ma.
• Ms. Ma vs. Criminal Organization: Ms. Ma's fear of the criminal organization and her desire to protect her son drive her actions.
• Ms. Ma vs. Her Son: Ms. Ma's love for her son leads her to make compromises that ultimately harm others.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ms. Ma reveals she helped arrange blind dates for her husband's colleagues at Ganghui Industrial Group, with none of the relationships lasting.
• She discovers that the men she introduced were all employees of Ganghui Industrial and that the company's hiring process was unusual.
• New surveillance footage shows a ghost (Hou Jianing) trying to communicate with a man, ending with the ghost's violent death.
• The edited video reveals the ghost's voice, expressing frustration and desire to touch the man.

Character Developments

• Ms. Ma: Realizes the potential danger of her actions and provides more information to the client.
• Hou Jianing (ghost): Shows increased resistance and urgency in her attempts to communicate.

Significant Themes

• Manipulation and control: The unknown entity behind the ghost slaves is rushing and making mistakes, suggesting they may be inexperienced or incompetent.
• Risk diversification: The entity is using different methods to avoid detection and mitigate risks.

Character Interactions

• Ms. Ma and the client: Ms. Ma shares more information, and the client encourages her to keep a piece of information for the police.
• The man and Hou Jianing: The man shows fear and distress during their interaction, while Hou Jianing desperately tries to communicate with him.