Ch. 21After the Matter
Key Plot Points and Events
- Ma Xiaotao regains consciousness and her senses after Moyuan suppresses her evil fire.
- Yan Shaozhe reveals that Moyuan has agreed to help Ma Xiaotao suppress her evil fire for the next two years.
- Yan Shaozhe expresses his admiration for Moyuan's potential and his hope that Moyuan and Ma Xiaotao will form a couple, benefiting both the academy and themselves.
- Yan Shaozhe hints at his displeasure with the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Clan, specifically Ning Wanqiu.
Character Developments
- Ma Xiaotao: Regains her senses and feels embarrassed about her actions under the influence of her evil fire. She also expresses some interest in Moyuan.
- Yan Shaozhe: Shows his admiration for Moyuan's potential and his desire for Moyuan to succeed the Sea God Pavilion Master. He also expresses his displeasure with the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Clan.
- Moyuan: Shows his strength by suppressing Ma Xiaotao's evil fire. He also shows his kindness by not beating up Xu Sanshi despite his role in the incident.
Significant Themes
- The power dynamics and politics within Shrek Academy, with Yan Shaozhe hoping for Moyuan to succeed the Sea God Pavilion Master and stabilize the academy.
- The potential romantic relationship between Moyuan and Ma Xiaotao, with Yan Shaozhe hoping for them to form a couple to benefit both parties.
- The tension between Shrek Academy and the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Clan, with Yan Shaozhe hinting at his displeasure with the clan.
Character Interactions
- Ma Xiaotao and Yan Shaozhe: Teacher and disciple, with Yan Shaozhe expressing his hope for Ma Xiaotao to form a couple with Moyuan.
- Moyuan and Xu Sanshi: Moyuan shows his strength and kindness by not beating up Xu Sanshi despite his role in the incident.
- Moyuan and Ning Tian: Ning Tian expresses her concern for Moyuan's well-being, and Moyuan shows his affection towards her.