Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Cheng realizes Zhao Xingguo is missing.
• Zhao Xingguo is trapped in an eerie, luminous room with a child-like ghost.
• He experiences intense itching on his shoulder, followed by a sensation of something moving beneath his skin.
• He tears off a piece of his skin, revealing no flesh or blood, and feels intense satisfaction.
• He hears a voice calling his name, leading him to a wall where he finds a corpse dressed as a paper figure.
• The corpse speaks, and straw starts emerging from Zhao Xingguo's body.
• He reaches into the corpse's mouth and pulls out a straw figure, gripping its neck.

Character Developments

• Zhao Xingguo's mental state deteriorates due to the ghost's torment and his body's strange reactions.
• He becomes increasingly desperate and feral, driven by the itching sensation and the desire to catch the ghost.

Significant Themes

• Desperation and Survival: Zhao Xingguo's primary goal is to survive the ghost's torment, leading him to extreme actions.
• Body Horror: The ghost's influence on Zhao Xingguo's body, causing it to behave in unnatural ways, is a central theme.
• The Unknown: The child-like ghost and the corpse's true nature remain unknown, adding to the eerie atmosphere.

Character Interactions

• Zhao Xingguo interacts with the ghost through his senses, feeling its malevolent aura, hearing its laughter, and experiencing its influence on his body.
• He also interacts with the corpse, which speaks to him and reveals its true nature as a straw figure.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhao Xingguo, Pan Du and Linghu Yong's boss, is revealed to be a Gate Disciple with a unique ability to restrain other Gate Disciples or ghosts.
• He successfully restrains the ghost in the dreamscape, causing the dreamscape to end and the real world to reappear.
• Upon exiting, he realizes he's been tricked and encounters the ghost, leading to his death.
• Jiang Cheng and his team return to the inn and discover two new memorial portraits, including Zhao Xingguo's and the young man who let them into Feng Manor.

Character Developments

• Zhao Xingguo's true power and intentions are revealed, showing his strategic thinking and determination to protect his team.
• Jiang Cheng demonstrates his analytical skills and intuition about Fu Fu's character.

Significant Themes

• The theme of deception and trickery continues, with the ghost outsmarting Zhao Xingguo.
• The theme of hidden truths and secrets deepens, with Jiang Cheng's subconscious providing insights into Fu Fu's character.

Character Interactions

• Zhao Xingguo's interaction with the ghost leads to his demise, highlighting the ghost's cunning and power.
• Jiang Cheng and Fu Fu's interactions, though minimal, hint at underlying tension and potential conflict.
• The group dynamic among Jiang Cheng's team members is strained, with Huai Yi and Fu Fu's argument showcasing the growing tension within the team.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Cheng is comforted by Lin Wan'er after his head injury.
• They secure another room for safety due to Zhao Xingguo's death.
• Jiang Cheng, Fatty, and Lin Wan'er discuss the strange occurrences and decide to investigate Jiang Cheng's memories under Lin Wan'er's guidance.
• Lin Wan'er secretly records her actions and reveals her true identity as a Night Watch member, tasked with exploring Jiang Cheng's memories for the Abyss Project.

Character Developments

• Jiang Cheng: Struggles with head injury and confusion but remains determined to uncover the truth.
• Lin Wan'er: Reveals her true mission and capabilities, showing a cold and focused side.
• Fatty: Shows fear and reluctance to participate in the memory exploration but is eventually knocked unconscious.

Significant Themes

• Trust and deception: Lin Wan'er's true intentions are revealed, challenging the trust of the group.
• The supernatural: The ghostly occurrences and memory exploration continue to be central themes.
• Investigation and uncovering truth: Jiang Cheng's persistence in understanding the events around him.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Cheng and Lin Wan'er: They share a moment of understanding and support, but Lin Wan'er's true motives are hidden.
• Lin Wan'er and Fatty: Lin Wan'er knocks out Fatty to prevent him from interfering with her plans.
• Huai Yi and Pi Ruan: Huai Yi feels isolated and fears Fu Fu, leading to an alliance with Pi Ruan.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A mysterious shadow appears on the wall near Jiang Cheng, behaving strangely and interacting with him.
• Pi Ruan wakes up in a dream-like state, finding himself in a room with Luo He, who has the ability to create dreams.
• Pi Ruan reveals his envy of Luo He's ability to make amends for past regrets through dreams.

Character Developments

• Pi Ruan expresses his resentment towards his fate and the Master's plan, hinting at his true intentions and the extent of his deception.
• Luo He shows concern for Pi Ruan's well-being and suggests asking the Master to awaken No. 10 to save Pi Ruan.

Significant Themes

• Fate and destiny: Pi Ruan laments his predetermined fate, while Luo He suggests a way to change it.
• Regrets and amends: Pi Ruan envies Luo He's ability to address his regrets through dreams, while Luo He acknowledges his own regrets.
• Deception and true intentions: Pi Ruan's conversation with Luo He reveals his hidden motivations and the extent of his deceit.

Character Interactions

• Pi Ruan and Luo He discuss their regrets, Pi Ruan's envy of Luo He, and the possibility of changing their fates.
• Pi Ruan hints at his true intentions and the extent of his deception, while Luo He shows concern for Pi Ruan's well-being.
• The mysterious shadow interacts with Jiang Cheng, demonstrating an otherworldly presence.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Luo He, a member of Deep Red, visits Night Watch's headquarters, revealing their shared origins and the existence of an orphanage (District 13) where they were trained.
• Luo He discovers that Yangzi's child died two years ago and that she had a ceremony for him, attended by the Great Priest.
• Luo He finds photographs of a ritual involving Yangzi's child, suggesting he was resurrected and inherited the power of a straw effigy.

Character Developments

• Luo He: Reveals his past connection to Night Watch and his investigation into Yangzi's child.
• Pi Ruan: Shows curiosity and insight into the ritual's nature.

Significant Themes

• The dark past of Night Watch and Deep Red.
• The power of inheritance and resurrection.
• The connection between Yangzi, her child, and the Great Priest.

Character Interactions

• Luo He and Pi Ruan: Luo He shares his findings with Pi Ruan, who helps interpret the ritual's significance. Their interaction is informative and collaborative.

Key Plot Points

• Pi Ruan learns that his Gate was inherited by Wanyan Ning, who is alive but in suspended animation.
• The Gate is revealed to be peculiar, containing anomalies rather than ghosts.
• Luo He suggests pulling Huai Yi and No. 8 into his dream for safety.

Character Developments

• Pi Ruan becomes more determined to protect his team after realizing the opponent's strength.
• Luo He shows concern for his teammates' safety, willing to expend more energy to protect them.
• No. 8 remains stoic and uncommunicative, even in Luo He's dream.

Significant Themes

• The power and danger of the Gates.
• The importance of teamwork and mutual protection.
• The struggle against an unseen, powerful enemy.

Character Interactions

• Pi Ruan and Luo He work together to protect their team.
• Pi Ruan teases No. 8, but she ignores him, highlighting her indifference to his attempts at camaraderie.
• Luo He's dream manipulation is revealed to have limitations, as No. 8 is taken by something else.

Key Plot Points and Events

• "Luo He" (an imposter) is exposed by "Fu Fu" and attempts to leave, but she engages him.
• "Jiang Cheng" wakes up bound and blindfolded, then escapes his restraints with the help of a mysterious person in black.
• Jiang Cheng finds himself in an old, eerie building with a long corridor and numerous iron doors.

Character Developments

• "Fu Fu" demonstrates her intelligence and determination by exposing the imposter and engaging him.
• Jiang Cheng shows resilience and quick thinking in escaping his restraints and attempting to leave the building.
• The mysterious person in black shows kindness by freeing Jiang Cheng, but their motives remain unclear.

Significant Themes

• Deception vs. Truth: "Luo He" is exposed, revealing the truth behind his deception.
• Resilience: Both "Fu Fu" and Jiang Cheng display resilience in the face of adversity.
• Unreliable Narratives: The blurry vision and strange pain Jiang Cheng experiences suggest an unreliable narrative or perception of reality.

Character Interactions

• Confrontation: "Fu Fu" confronts "Luo He" after exposing him.
• Rescue: The mysterious person in black rescues Jiang Cheng from his restraints.
• Silence: The mysterious person in black does not communicate with Jiang Cheng, adding to the tension and uncertainty between them.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Cheng finds himself in an abandoned orphanage, with a door numbered 'Zero' behind him.
• He encounters a group of children, each with a room number, who believe Jiang Cheng is 'Zero'.
• The children lead Jiang Cheng to a small, secluded room where they wait for 'No. 10' to return.
• 'No. 10' arrives, and the children greet him enthusiastically. He distributes small gifts to each child.

Character Developments

• Jiang Cheng: Initially confused and uncertain, he observes the children and their dynamics, piecing together their situation.
• 'No. 10': Popular among the children, he brings life and warmth to the orphanage with his return and small gifts.
• The Children: They show camaraderie, excitement, and eagerness for 'No. 10's' return, indicating their longing for affection and normalcy.

Significant Themes

• Abandonment and Longing for Affection: The children's eagerness for 'No. 10' and their excitement over small gifts highlight their deep longing for love and attention.
• Camaraderie and Unity: Despite their circumstances, the children show unity and support for each other.
• The Absence of Authority ('Mr.'): The fear of 'Mr.' and the children's careful behavior suggest a strict, potentially abusive, authority figure.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Cheng and the Children: Jiang Cheng observes the children without interacting much, trying to understand their situation.
• The Children and 'No. 10': The children show great affection and excitement towards 'No. 10', indicating a strong bond and mutual respect.
• The Children Among Themselves: They display a mix of sibling-like rivalry (No. 8 and No. 3) and camaraderie (No. 4 and No. 10).

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Cheng observes Number 10 (No. 10) distributing gifts to orphanage children, noticing that No. 10 didn't receive one.
• No. 10 is shown to be well-liked and caring towards the younger children.
• Jiang Cheng follows No. 10 to his room, witnessing him curl up on his bed, appearing desolate and alone.
• No. 10 sees Jiang Cheng and mistakes him for 'Zero,' a child he seems to know well.
• Jiang Cheng discovers he's in a child's body and that No. 10 gives him a birthday gift of instant coffee, which he recognizes from his past life.
• No. 10 shares a secret about Jiang Cheng/Zero being from another world and being the key to merging two worlds, making them gods of a new era.

Character Developments

• Jiang Cheng/Zero: Realizes he's in a child's body and has memories of his past life. He's confused and shocked by this discovery.
• Number 10 (No. 10): Shows kindness and care towards the younger children. He's secretive about Jiang Cheng/Zero's true identity and seems to have a special bond with him.

Significant Themes

• Identity: Jiang Cheng/Zero struggles with his new identity as a child and his memories of his past life.
• Belonging: No. 10's care for the younger children and his secret knowledge about Jiang Cheng/Zero hint at a longing for belonging and acceptance.
• Secrets: The orphanage is filled with secrets, with No. 10 keeping Jiang Cheng/Zero's true identity hidden.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Cheng/Zero and Number 10 (No. 10): No. 10 shows affection and care towards Jiang Cheng/Zero, treating him differently from the other children. He shares a secret about Jiang Cheng/Zero's true identity, hinting at a close bond between them.
• Number 10 (No. 10) and the younger children: No. 10 is shown to be well-liked and caring towards the younger children, acting as a protective older brother figure.

Summary

Key Plot Points & Events

• Jiang Cheng is in a mysterious orphanage, encountering a man called "Sir" and a mysterious figure in black.
• He experiences a memory of his past, involving a door and a person called No. 10.
• A battle ensues between the "Sir" and the black-clad figure over Jiang Cheng.
• Jiang Cheng's memory of the events is being erased, and he wakes up from a dream.

Character Developments

• Jiang Cheng: Struggles with his memories and identity, trying to uncover his past.
• No. 10: A mysterious figure in Jiang Cheng's memory, possibly important to him.
• "Sir": An authoritative figure who seems to be searching for a door within Jiang Cheng.
• Black-clad figure: A mysterious entity trying to stop "Sir" and helping Jiang Cheng.

Significant Themes

• Identity and memory: Jiang Cheng's struggle to understand his past and identity.
• Power dynamics: The clash between "Sir" and the black-clad figure, reflecting their opposing interests.
• Reality vs. dream: The distinction between Jiang Cheng's experiences and his dreams.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Cheng interacts with No. 10, trying to uncover his identity.
• Jiang Cheng is caught between "Sir" and the black-clad figure, both vying for his attention.
• Lin Wan'er and Jiang Cheng share a moment of understanding, with Lin Wan'er revealing that Fu Fu is in trouble.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Cheng finds Fu Fu in a coma-like state, similar to Pan Du and Linghu Yong, but without the eerie smile.
• Luo He arrives, revealing that Crippled Liu and Yangzi are dead, and their child, Yamamoto, is the ghost they need to deal with.
• Luo He shows a photo of Yangzi and Crippled Liu's bodies in the Feng family's mourning hall.
• Fu Fu is trapped in a dream-like state by Yamamoto, and she's slowly turning into a dead person.
• Luo He states that they have at most a few hours before Fu Fu collapses.

Character Developments

• Jiang Cheng: Shows concern for Fu Fu's condition and tries to find a solution.
• Luo He: Reveals his knowledge about the gates and Yamamoto's nature. Shows a calm demeanor even when facing dire situations.
• Fu Fu: Her condition worsens; she's trapped in a dream and can't wake up or escape.

Significant Themes

• Time Pressure: The team faces a tight deadline, both from Director Qiao and due to Fu Fu's deteriorating condition.
• Collaboration vs Individual Action: The team discusses who should face Yamamoto, highlighting the tension between working together and individual responsibility.
• The Unknown: The nature of Yamamoto's gate and its abilities are still largely unknown, posing a significant threat.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Cheng and Luo He: They exchange information and discuss strategies, trying to find a solution to Fu Fu's predicament.
• Huai Yi and Luo He: Huai Yi questions Luo He's motives and capabilities, leading to a tense exchange.
• The team: They discuss the situation, express their concerns, and try to find a way to save Fu Fu and themselves.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Cheng is chosen to go to the gold mine, and Fatty warns him about Pi Ruan's suspected involvement in Chen Qiang's death and a potential trap.
• Jiang Cheng travels back in time to the No. 5 Train, discovering that the Japanese have already taken control and that Director Qiao is a traitor helping them.
• Jiang Cheng realizes he must prevent the tragedy and eliminate Qiao Han-hui, but he's outnumbered by Japanese guards and a Great Shaman.

Character Developments

• Jiang Cheng shows maturity and strategic thinking, understanding the situation quickly and planning his next steps.
• Fatty demonstrates loyalty and concern for Jiang Cheng, warning him about Pi Ruan's potential treachery.
• Director Qiao is revealed to be a traitor, helping the Japanese capture the refugees.

Significant Themes

• Betrayal and loyalty: Qiao Han-hui's betrayal contrasts with Fatty's loyalty to Jiang Cheng.
• Despair and hope: The refugees' despair is juxtaposed with Jiang Cheng's determination to save them.
• Power dynamics: The Japanese's control over the train and the refugees highlights the power imbalance.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Cheng and Fatty: Fatty warns Jiang Cheng about Pi Ruan and expresses his concern for Jiang Cheng's safety.
• Jiang Cheng and Director Qiao: Jiang Cheng internally condemns Qiao Han-hui for his treachery.
• Jiang Cheng and the Japanese guard: Jiang Cheng prepares to take down the approaching Japanese guard.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Cheng is stopped by an old woman from acting rashly against a suspicious Japanese passenger.
• The old woman and others vouch for Jiang Cheng to avoid suspicion, but he decides to reveal his true identity and intentions.
• Jiang Cheng gives an impassioned speech, igniting the anger and will to fight in his fellow passengers, leading to a rebellion against the Japanese guards.
• The group clears carriage by carriage, ultimately finding and killing Director Qiao.
• Jiang Cheng enters the last carriage alone, facing the scarecrow that represents the twisted will of the May Flower incident.
• He rescues Fu Fu from the scarecrow and understands that Wu, another anomaly, is after the scarecrow's power.
• The space collapses, and Jiang Cheng and Fu Fu wake up near Graystone Town.

Character Developments

• Jiang Cheng: He takes charge, inspires his fellow passengers, and leads the rebellion. He also understands the true nature of the May Flower incident and faces the scarecrow alone.
• Fu Fu: She is revealed to be the face within the scarecrow, unconscious and in need of rescue.
• Wu: As another anomaly, Wu is interested in devouring the scarecrow's power.

Significant Themes

• Will and determination: Jiang Cheng's speech highlights the importance of will and determination in overcoming adversity.
• The power of unity: The passengers' united action against the Japanese guards demonstrates the power of collective effort.
• The nature of reality: The reflection in the train windows and the collapse of the space suggest the illusory nature of their experiences.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Cheng interacts with the old woman, who helps him avoid suspicion and later dies protecting him.
• Jiang Cheng inspires and leads the other passengers in the rebellion.
• Jiang Cheng faces the scarecrow alone, understanding its true nature and rescuing Fu Fu.
• Wu's presence is felt as another anomaly interested in the scarecrow's power.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Cheng and Lin Wan'er find the mission area empty upon waking up.
• They encounter Huai Yi, who reveals that Jiang Cheng, Fatty, and Fu Fu had fallen unconscious after the mission, and they were attacked by unidentified individuals.
• Huai Yi mentions that Pi Ruan, a Deep Red operative, is with Luo He and Fu Fu.
• Jiang Cheng decides to leave immediately, fearing the Night Watch's pursuit.
• Pi Ruan is cornered by the Night Watch, and Luo He escapes with Fu Fu.
• An Xuan, a member of the Night Watch, stays behind to confront Pi Ruan.

Character Developments

• Jiang Cheng: Becomes alert and decisive upon learning about the ambush and Pi Ruan's involvement.
• Huai Yi: Shows loyalty and concern for Jiang Cheng, providing crucial information.
• Pi Ruan: Reveals a hint of anticipation about escaping the Night Watch's pursuit, suggesting a change in his resolve.
• An Xuan: Demonstrates determination and a personal vendetta against Pi Ruan.

Significant Themes

• Loyalty and Betrayal: Huai Yi's loyalty to Jiang Cheng contrasts with Pi Ruan's potential betrayal of the Deep Red organization.
• Pursuit and Escape: The chapter explores the themes of being pursued and trying to escape, both physically (from the Night Watch) and metaphorically (from one's past or circumstances).

Character Interactions

• Jiang Cheng and Lin Wan'er: They work together to find their teammates and escape the mission area.
• Jiang Cheng and Huai Yi: Huai Yi provides crucial information to Jiang Cheng, showing his loyalty and trust in him.
• Pi Ruan and Luo He: They discuss their plan of escape, revealing Pi Ruan's concern for Fu Fu's safety.
• An Xuan and Pi Ruan: Their interaction hints at a personal history or grudge between them.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A man, later revealed to be Deep Red's No. 2, undergoes a metal detector inspection, but his small, mismatched cowboy hat raises suspicion.
• He meets Xia Meng, representing the Xia Family, in a negotiation. He requests their help to rescue Deep Red's No. 4 from Night Watch.
• The negotiation breaks down, and Xia Meng's backup arrives. No. 2 uses an unknown ability to control everyone present, except Xia Meng and her two protectors.
• No. 2 dances, compelling everyone to join him, including Xia Meng's protectors. He then approaches a young woman, slapping her backside and causing her to join the dance.

Character Developments

• Xia Meng: Shows caution and formality when dealing with No. 2, later revealing her determination to find the mole within her family.
• Deep Red's No. 2: Demonstrates his unusual and powerful ability to control people through dance, showing his unpredictability and danger.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and manipulation: No. 2 uses his ability to control others, highlighting the power imbalance.
• Trust and betrayal: Xia Meng's concern about Night Watch finding out about their negotiation with Deep Red suggests a lack of trust between the two organizations.

Character Interactions

• Xia Meng and No. 2: Their interaction is tense and cautious, with Xia Meng trying to maintain control while No. 2 uses his charm and unpredictability to unsettle her.
• No. 2 and Xia Meng's protectors: No. 2's dance ability allows him to control everyone present, except Xia Meng, showing his power over them.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xia Meng's bodyguards are incapacitated by an unknown force, leaving her vulnerable.
• Xia Meng tries to call Uncle Gong for help, but the call goes unanswered, suggesting something has happened to him.
• A cowboy arrives, offering Xia Meng information on Night Watch's moles within the Xia Family and a plan to save Uncle Gong's eroded body.
• Xia Meng agrees to the cowboy's plan, which involves taking someone from a nearby forest.
• Xia Meng reveals that her uncle, Xia Tan, is imprisoned in a stone house behind the mountain, completely eroded and cursed.
• The cowboy leaves, and the dancing guards collapse, leaving the villa filled with unconscious bodies.

Character Developments

• Xia Meng: Shows fear for the first time, demonstrates loyalty to her uncle, and makes a difficult decision to work with the cowboy.
• The Cowboy: Reveals a serious and solemn side when discussing Xia Tan, showing he's not just playful but also strategic and determined.

Significant Themes

• Power and Control: The cowboy's control over the guards and Xia Meng's decision to work with him highlight the theme of power dynamics.
• Loyalty and Betrayal: Xia Meng's loyalty to her uncle contrasts with the cowboy's betrayal of the Xia Family's interests.
• The Abyss Plan: The plan to open the abyss and merge the two worlds is a central theme, representing the potential consequences of using the doors' power.

Character Interactions

• Xia Meng and The Cowboy: Their interaction is tense and cautious, with Xia Meng trying to protect her family and the cowboy trying to manipulate her into doing his bidding.
• Xia Meng and Uncle Gong: Though Uncle Gong doesn't appear physically, his absence and Xia Meng's concern for him highlight their strong bond and her reliance on him.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Luo He and Fu Fu are targeted by Night Watch, but Pi Ruan's group is also involved, impersonating Deep Red.
• Jiang Cheng, Fatty, and Lin Wan'er return to Rong City. Pi Ruan's true affiliation with Deep Red is revealed.
• Fatty and Jiang Cheng discuss Pi Ruan's motives and Jiang Cheng's suspicions about Fatty's past actions.

Character Developments

• Fatty: Becomes more perceptive and starts questioning his past actions, showing growth in his understanding of the situation.
• Jiang Cheng: Struggles with the revelation about Pi Ruan, showing vulnerability despite his usual stoicism. He continues to investigate the truth about Pi Ruan and Fatty.

Significant Themes

• Trust and Betrayal: The revelation about Pi Ruan's true allegiance challenges the trust between him and Jiang Cheng, highlighting the theme of betrayal.
• Identity and Deception: The impersonation of Deep Red by Pi Ruan's group and the possible impersonation of Night Watch by Zhao Xingguo's group emphasize the theme of deceptive identities.

Character Interactions

• Fatty and Jiang Cheng: Their conversation reveals Fatty's growing awareness and Jiang Cheng's continued investigation, deepening their bond despite Jiang Cheng's initial suspicions.
• Jiang Cheng and Pi Ruan: Although not present, Pi Ruan's actions and true identity weigh heavily on Jiang Cheng, affecting his thoughts and decisions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Cheng sees Wu's shadow, which communicates through eerie symbols on the wall.
• Wu reveals that Lin Wan'er is untrustworthy and that Jiang Cheng is like Wu, who was created and betrayed by someone he trusted.
• Wu shows Jiang Cheng a vision of a Night Watch trial, where Wei Jinting, a former Deep Red member, is sentenced.

Character Developments

• Jiang Cheng begins to question Lin Wan'er's sincerity and motives.
• Wei Jinting displays defiance and calm in the face of his impending execution.

Significant Themes

• Betrayal and trust: Wu's story mirrors Jiang Cheng's growing doubts about Lin Wan'er.
• Power and justice: The Night Watch trial highlights the corrupt and manipulative nature of power.

Character Interactions

• Wu communicates with Jiang Cheng through symbols, revealing his past and connecting it to Lin Wan'er.
• Wei Jinting and his uncle exchange words, showcasing their strained relationship and Wei Jinting's defiance.

Key Plot Points

• Wei Jinting, the last surviving member of the Deep Red Squad, reveals the truth about the Deep Abyss Plan: they were manipulated to fight nightmares and were cursed with doors that would eventually kill them.
• The plan's mastermind intended to use Zero, a powerful individual with a sealed door, to open it and merge the nightmare world with reality, allowing them to control powerful beings.
• Wei Jinting is sentenced to death for defiance, but An Xuan, the executioner, shoots the judge instead and frees Wei Jinting.

Character Developments

• Wei Jinting: Accepts his fate, reveals the truth, and defies the mastermind, showing resilience and courage.
• An Xuan: Displays loyalty to Wei Jinting and defies orders, demonstrating his moral compass.

Significant Themes

• Manipulation and betrayal: The Deep Abyss Plan's mastermind manipulated the Deep Red Squad for personal gain.
• Despair and resilience: Wei Jinting faces despair but maintains his resolve to expose the truth.
• Power and control: The mastermind seeks to control powerful beings from another world to gain god-like status.

Character Interactions

• Wei Jinting and the mastermind: A tense confrontation where Wei Jinting reveals the truth and defies the mastermind.
• An Xuan and Wei Jinting: An Xuan shows loyalty to Wei Jinting by defying orders and helping him escape.
• The Deep Red Squad and the mastermind: The squad was manipulated and used as expendables by the mastermind.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A sudden supernatural event occurs at Night Watch headquarters, with an out-of-control Gate Wielder causing chaos.
• An Xuan rescues Wei Jinting and escapes with him, but then shoots Wei Jinting in the knee before leaving him with Wanyan Ning.
• Night Watch headquarters is attacked, and Wanyan Ning manages to escape with Wei Jinting.
• Wanyan Ning contacts Tong Che, who reveals he has foreseen Wei Jinting's survival for a few more days.
• Doctor asks Fatty about Lin Wan'er, showing unusual interest.

Character Developments

• An Xuan demonstrates his loyalty and willingness to sacrifice for his cause, even after it has collapsed.
• Wanyan Ning shows her resourcefulness and determination in protecting Wei Jinting.
• Tong Che reveals his ability to foresee events, indicating his gate's power.
• Doctor shows unusual behavior and interest in Lin Wan'er, suggesting a change in his usual detached demeanor.

Significant Themes

• Loyalty and Sacrifice: An Xuan's actions highlight his commitment to his cause, even when it seems lost.
• Unpredictability of Gates: The out-of-control Gate Wielder emphasizes the danger and unpredictability of gates.
• Change and Adaptation: Characters like Wanyan Ning and Doctor show adaptability in the face of unexpected events.

Character Interactions

• An Xuan and Wei Jinting: An Xuan's actions towards Wei Jinting show a mix of blame and concern, reflecting their complex relationship.
• Wanyan Ning and Tong Che: Their conversation reveals their familiarity and shared understanding of their situation.
• Doctor and Fatty: Doctor's unusual behavior and Fatty's concern for him highlight their close relationship and Fatty's protective instincts towards Doctor.