Chapter Summaries

Plot Points and Events

• Liu Mumu gives the Gu removal recipe to Dong Zhenghao.
• Dong Qi's maternal grandparents are infected with the Dream Gu.
• Liu Mumu warns Yan Xiu about the neighbors.
• Dong Qi undergoes the Gu removal process.
• Liu Mumu encounters Xu Yonglin, the Gu Master, at the residential complex.

Character Developments

• Dong Qi's character is further revealed as he endures the Gu removal process.
• Liu Mumu shows curiosity and courage in interacting with Xu Yonglin.
• Xu Yonglin's character is hinted at, showing a lonely and bitter past.

Significant Themes

• The theme of consequences for one's actions is reinforced as Dong Qi faces the pain of Gu removal.
• The theme of curiosity and exploration is shown through Liu Mumu's interaction with Xu Yonglin.

Character Interactions

• Liu Mumu and Dong Qi's sibling relationship is shown as she records his Gu removal process.
• Liu Mumu and Xu Yonglin's interaction is brief but intriguing, hinting at potential future developments.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xu Yonglin consults Liu Mumu for fortune-telling, and she predicts his imminent arrest, imprisonment, and his younger sister's death.
• Liu Mumu reveals she has a Diviner's License, convincing Xu Yonglin of her authenticity.
• Xu Yonglin decides to surrender to the police after Liu Mumu's prediction and a call from his brother.
• Yan Xiu finds Liu Mumu at the scene and scolds her for interacting with a criminal suspect.

Character Developments

• Xu Yonglin: Becomes desperate and decides to surrender to the police after learning about his sister's impending fate.
• Liu Mumu: Shows courage and initiative in fortune-telling and dealing with a criminal suspect, but also demonstrates immaturity by not following Yan Xiu's advice.
• Yan Xiu: Maintains his stern and authoritative demeanor, prioritizing Liu Mumu's safety and scolding her for her actions.

Significant Themes

• Fate and destiny: Liu Mumu's fortune-telling influences Xu Yonglin's decision, highlighting the theme of fate and its potential impact on one's actions.
• Trust and belief: Xu Yonglin's belief in Liu Mumu's predictions leads him to surrender, while Yan Xiu's trust in Liu Mumu's abilities allows him to scold her without fear of repercussions.

Character Interactions

• Xu Yonglin and Liu Mumu: Xu Yonglin seeks Liu Mumu's fortune-telling services, leading to a significant change in his plans.
• Yan Xiu and Liu Mumu: Yan Xiu finds Liu Mumu at the scene and scolds her for disobeying his orders, demonstrating his protective nature and authority.
• Yan Xiu and Fang Chuan: Yan Xiu receives a call from Fang Chuan, updating him on Xu Yonglin's surrender and expressing bewilderment at Liu Mumu's involvement.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Liu Mumu accompanies Yan Xiu, leading to a confrontation with Lü Yao.
• Lü Yao faces verbal abuse and physical harassment from her stepdaughter and mother-in-law.
• Liu Mumu helps the police solve a case by convincing a suspect to surrender.
• Yan Xiu places a protective talisman on Liu Mumu.
• The police pursue Xu Yongshuang, who uses Gu worms to attack them. Yan Xiu apprehends him.

Character Developments

• Lü Yao remains resilient despite verbal and physical abuse.
• Liu Mumu demonstrates her influence and willingness to help others, even strangers.
• Yan Xiu shows concern for Liu Mumu's safety and uses his abilities to protect her.
• Xu Yongshuang reveals his desperation and willingness to fight back against the police.

Significant Themes

• The power of fate and fortune-telling.
• The consequences of one's actions and the struggle to evade them.
• The resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity.

Character Interactions

• Liu Mumu and Yan Xiu: Their dynamic shifts as Yan Xiu shows concern for Liu Mumu's safety.
• Lü Yao and her family: Lü Yao faces verbal and physical abuse from her stepdaughter and mother-in-law.
• Liu Mumu and the police: Liu Mumu helps the police solve a case, further cementing her role as an ally.
• Xu Yongshuang and the police: Xu Yongshuang fights back against the police, ultimately leading to his capture.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xu Yongshuang, the mastermind behind the Longevity Gu incident, is captured by Yan Xiu and Fang Chuan. He refuses to confess, inflicting a Gu on himself to prevent speaking.
• The incense burner, the vessel for receiving the Longevity Gu, is handed over to headquarters for research, with Xu Yonglin's assistance.
• Liu Mumu returns home and stays indoors for two days. She tells her father about the Longevity Gu infection but keeps it a secret from the rest of the family.
• Lü Yao, the daughter-in-law of the Zhang family, asks Liu Mumu to divine whether her mother-in-law, Old Mrs. Zhang, has harmed anyone in the past, hinting at a possible connection to the previous daughter-in-law's death.

Character Developments

• Xu Yongshuang: Refuses to confess, showing ruthlessness and desperation.
• Yan Xiu: Demonstrates his skill and determination in capturing Xu Yongshuang.
• Fang Chuan: Shows concern for the safety of the citizens and the difficulty in investigating metaphysics-related cases.
• Liu Mumu: Stays indoors and keeps the Longevity Gu infection a secret, showing caution and responsibility.
• Lü Yao: Seeks Liu Mumu's help to divine her mother-in-law's past, showing desperation and helplessness.

Significant Themes

• The struggle between good and evil, as seen in the capture of Xu Yongshuang and the potential dark secret of Old Mrs. Zhang.
• The consequences of one's actions, reflected in the Longevity Gu infection and the possible harm caused by Old Mrs. Zhang.
• The struggle between truth and deception, as seen in Lü Yao's attempt to uncover the truth about her mother-in-law's past.

Character Interactions

• Yan Xiu and Fang Chuan: Work together to capture Xu Yongshuang, showing professionalism and teamwork.
• Liu Mumu and Dong Zhenghao: Spend time together watching TV, showing a thawing of their relationship.
• Liu Mumu and Lü Yao: Interact briefly, with Lü Yao seeking Liu Mumu's help in divination, showing desperation and vulnerability.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Liu Mumu ponders about Lü Yao's unusual behavior and her trust in Liu Mumu's fortune-telling abilities.
• Yan Xiu, during a business dinner, receives a video call from Liu Mumu, leading to a conversation about recent events.
• Yan Xiu asks Liu Mumu about any strange people she's encountered, hinting at a possible leak related to the Xu brothers' case.
• Liu Mumu shares her encounter with Lü Yao, expressing her unease about the situation.

Character Developments

• Liu Mumu: Becomes more cautious and reflective after her encounter with Lü Yao, showing growth in her judgment.
• Yan Xiu: Demonstrates concern for Liu Mumu's safety and well-being, showing a softer side during their video call.
• Lü Yao: Remains mysterious, with her motives and background yet to be revealed.

Significant Themes

• Trust and its importance in relationships.
• The consequences of desperation and the choices people make under duress.
• The potential dangers of keeping secrets and the risks of involving others in sensitive information.

Character Interactions

• Liu Mumu and Yan Xiu: Their relationship deepens as they share personal moments and discuss serious matters, showing mutual concern and trust.
• Yan Xiu and Gu Lan: Their interaction highlights the political aspects of Yan Xiu's position and the expectations placed upon him.
• Liu Mumu and Lü Yao: Their brief interaction raises questions about Lü Yao's true intentions and her connection to the Xu brothers' case.

Plot Events

• Xu Yongshuang is sent to Jing City, meeting Xu Yonglin before departure. They argue, and Xu Yongshuang predicts Xu Yonglin's doomed fate.
• Xu Yonglin's Longevity Gu research succeeds, making the Gu dormant and safe. Headquarters takes him to Jing City for further research and potential profit.
• Fang Chuan meets with Liu Mumu for guidance, learning about Xu Yonglin's fate change and his good luck in meeting Liu Mumu.

Character Developments

• Xu Yonglin: Realizes his brother's true intentions, dedicates himself to Longevity Gu research, and gains a new lease on life.
• Fang Chuan: Admires Xu Yonglin's transformation and Liu Mumu's role in it, seeking her guidance.

Significant Themes

• Fate and destiny: Xu Yonglin's fate changes dramatically after surrendering, highlighting the theme of destiny's unpredictability.
• Luck and opportunity: Meeting Liu Mumu is considered Xu Yonglin's greatest luck, emphasizing the importance of opportunities in life.

Character Interactions

• Xu Yonglin and Xu Yongshuang: Their tense meeting reveals their true feelings and predictions for the future.
• Fang Chuan and Liu Mumu: Fang Chuan seeks guidance from Liu Mumu, admiring her role in Xu Yonglin's fate change.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Yan Xiu visits Xu Jiunian, a senior Gu Master, in a remote village.
• Xu Jiunian reveals that the Longevity Gu was not on him but was sent out through an auction.
• On New Year's Eve, the head of the Qi Family, who had been bedridden for thirty years, dies.
• Lü Yao, Zhang Yang's stepmother, accuses him of trying to cause her miscarriage and files a police report.
• Lü Yao is later found to have been taking "Birth Pills" instead of folic acid, leading to Zhang Yang's arrest.

Character Developments

• Xu Jiunian, the senior Gu Master, is revealed to have been protecting his family's Longevity Gu by not having it on him.
• Lü Yao shows unexpected assertiveness and resilience in standing up against her husband and stepson.
• Zhang Shijing struggles to maintain his family's harmony amidst the accusations and conflicts.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics and manipulations within families, as seen in the conflicts between the Zhang family members and the Xu family's past.
• The consequences of one's actions, as demonstrated by the head of the Qi Family's prolonged suffering and the potential harm to Lü Yao's unborn child.

Character Interactions

• Yan Xiu and Xu Jiunian discuss the Longevity Gu and the past.
• Lü Yao and Zhang Shijing struggle to communicate and find common ground amidst the accusations.
• Old Mrs. Zhang and Lü Yao clash over their differing views and priorities.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Old Mrs. Zhang insists on divorce, offering limited child support.
• Zhang Shijing tries to convince Lü Yao to let Zhang Yang go in exchange for money.
• Lü Yao agrees to the deal secretly.
• Liu Mumu overhears the Zhang family's affairs and shares her thoughts with Jiang Li.
• Yan Xiu investigates Lü Yao and finds nothing unusual, but Liu Mumu feels something is off.
• Lü Yao files a police report against Zhang Yang for switching her medicine.

Character Developments

• Old Mrs. Zhang remains stubborn and biased, favoring only male grandchildren.
• Zhang Shijing shows willingness to compromise for his son's sake.
• Lü Yao displays unexpected firmness and willingness to negotiate.
• Liu Mumu shows concern for Lü Yao's situation and shares her observations with Yan Xiu.
• Yan Xiu remains professional and thorough in his investigation.

Significant Themes

• Family dynamics and expectations, particularly the preference for male heirs.
• The consequences of deception and manipulation within families.
• The struggle between tradition and personal desires.

Character Interactions

• Old Mrs. Zhang and Zhang Shijing: The mother-son duo clash over the divorce and child support.
• Zhang Shijing and Lü Yao: They negotiate a deal regarding Zhang Yang and the divorce.
• Liu Mumu and Jiang Li: They discuss the Zhang family's affairs and Lü Yao's situation.
• Liu Mumu and Yan Xiu: They share their observations about Lü Yao, leading Yan Xiu to investigate her.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Liu Mumu encounters Blind Liu, a renowned fortune teller from her hometown, at the police station.
• Mrs. Zhang, Lü Yao's mother-in-law, accuses Blind Liu of fraud, leading to his temporary detention.
• Zhang Shijing, Mrs. Zhang's son, arrives and clarifies the misunderstanding, leading to Blind Liu's release.
• Liu Mumu introduces Yan Xiu to Blind Liu, who approves of Yan Xiu's appearance.

Character Developments

• Liu Mumu: Shows curiosity and familiarity with Blind Liu, revealing her hometown background and her interest in Yan Xiu.
• Blind Liu: Demonstrates his charisma and smooth-talking skills, showing his ability to adapt to different situations.
• Mrs. Zhang: Exhibits her stubbornness and unwillingness to accept her son's divorce, leading to her false accusation of Blind Liu.
• Zhang Shijing: Shows responsibility and understanding, clearing up the misunderstanding between his mother and Blind Liu.

Significant Themes

• The theme of appearances and first impressions, as Blind Liu initially impresses Liu Mumu and later Yan Xiu with his looks.
• The theme of truth and deception, as Mrs. Zhang falsely accuses Blind Liu of fraud, highlighting the importance of evidence and clarification.

Character Interactions

• Liu Mumu and Blind Liu: They share a friendly and familiar rapport, with Blind Liu offering Liu Mumu dating advice.
• Mrs. Zhang and Zhang Shijing: Their interaction shows a generational divide, with Mrs. Zhang's stubbornness contrasting with her son's understanding.
• Yan Xiu and Liu Mumu: Yan Xiu's presence impresses Blind Liu, and Liu Mumu seems interested in introducing him to Blind Liu.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Liu Mumu helps Lü Yao move out after her divorce.
• Lü Yao reveals she's pregnant and that her ex-mother-in-law was arrested for suspected involvement in her former daughter-in-law's death.
• Lü Yao hints at having special skills and implies she's not an ordinary person.
• Liu Mumu learns about Lü Yao's past and her true surname, Qi, not Lü.
• Lü Yao visits the police station after leaving Liu Mumu's residence.

Character Developments

• Lü Yao: Reveals her true nature, showing ruthlessness and cunning. She's pregnant and has special skills, indicating she's not as weak as she initially seemed.
• Liu Mumu: Shows kindness by helping Lü Yao move out. She's curious and observant, picking up on Lü Yao's hints about her true nature.

Significant Themes

• Appearance vs. Reality: Lü Yao's true personality and abilities are revealed, challenging the initial perception of her as weak and helpless.
• Power Dynamics: Lü Yao's divorce and subsequent actions demonstrate her agency and power, contrasting with her previous submissive behavior.

Character Interactions

• Liu Mumu and Lü Yao: Their interaction shows Liu Mumu's kindness and curiosity, while Lü Yao hints at her true nature without directly revealing it.
• Lü Yao and the Driver: Their conversation reveals Lü Yao's ruthlessness and her plans regarding Liu Mumu and her unborn child.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Zhang family's troubles continue, with Zhang Shijing's ex-wife's family causing daily disturbances.
• Old Mrs. Zhang is arrested and later confesses to causing her former daughter-in-law's death due to dissatisfaction with the sex of the baby.
• Zhang Shijing manages to get his son, Zhang Yang, released but faces significant business problems.
• Liu Mumu notices that Lü Yao, Zhang Shijing's ex-wife, shows no signs of infection from the Gu, raising her suspicions.
• Liu Mumu visits Antique Street with Qian Xiaomeng, where they meet Blind Liu, who is selling talismans for warding off evil.
• A middle-aged woman and Zheng Xuan, a senior from Liu Mumu's school, approach Blind Liu and Liu Mumu, seeking help with a ghostly disturbance in the woman's home.

Character Developments

• Zhang Shijing faces severe consequences due to his mother's actions and his ex-wife's death, leading to business problems and family issues.
• Liu Mumu becomes more perceptive and suspicious, noticing the lack of infection symptoms in Lü Yao.
• Blind Liu continues to profit from selling talismans, attracting more customers.
• Zheng Xuan shows concern for his aunt's well-being, seeking help from Liu Mumu and Blind Liu.

Significant Themes

• The consequences of greed and obsession with having a son.
• The power dynamics between family members and the impact of secrets.
• The blurred line between superstition and reality, as characters seek help from fortune-tellers and Mystic Masters.

Character Interactions

• Liu Mumu and Qian Xiaomeng's friendship deepens as they explore Antique Street together.
• Blind Liu and Liu Mumu's relationship evolves, with Blind Liu seeking Liu Mumu's help in dealing with a potential ghostly disturbance.
• Zheng Xuan's concern for his aunt brings him into contact with Liu Mumu and Blind Liu, leading to a collaborative effort to investigate the disturbance in his aunt's home.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zheng Qingmei brings Blind Liu and Zheng Xuan to her house to investigate the mysterious infant's cry.
• They stay overnight to witness the phenomenon, which occurs at 2 AM with the lights going out and a dark, small shadow flashing by.
• Liu Mumu calls Yan Xiu for help, and he arrives to investigate.
• Yan Xiu finds black traces left by the entity around the ventilation ducts, suggesting it has a physical body and can move through them.

Character Developments

• Zheng Xuan: Becomes more involved in the investigation and faces his fear of the supernatural.
• Liu Mumu: Shows her fear of ghosts and relies on Yan Xiu for protection.
• Yan Xiu: Demonstrates his expertise in investigating supernatural phenomena and maintains a calm demeanor despite being woken up in the middle of the night.

Significant Themes

• Fear of the unknown and supernatural.
• Trust and reliance on others in times of crisis.
• The investigation of mysterious phenomena, blurring the line between reality and the supernatural.

Character Interactions

• Liu Mumu and Yan Xiu: Liu Mumu clings to Yan Xiu for protection, showing her dependence on him in scary situations.
• Zheng Xuan and Liu Mumu: Zheng Xuan feels abandoned by Liu Mumu when she clings to Yan Xiu, highlighting their dynamic as friends.
• Blind Liu, Zheng Xuan, and Zheng Qingmei: They work together to investigate the phenomenon, showcasing their teamwork and trust in each other.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A creature attacks the Song family home, leaving behind tracks and a faint fishy smell.
• Blind Liu and Yan Xiu investigate and discover that the creature left blood, which reacts to Yan Xiu's touch, causing black flames to erupt.
• The creature returns to a residence where a woman is waiting, and it's implied that she's involved in the attacks.
• The next morning, the Song family calls the police, and Blind Liu and Liu Mumu leave.

Character Developments

• Liu Mumu admits her mistakes and apologizes to Yan Xiu.
• Blind Liu shows concern for Liu Mumu's future and offers to teach her.
• Zheng Xuan reflects on his master's skills and their business.

Significant Themes

• The theme of fate and destiny is explored through Blind Liu's teachings and the divination he performs.
• The theme of trust and deception is evident in Liu Mumu's interactions with clients and Zheng Xuan's reflections on their business.

Character Interactions

• Blind Liu and Liu Mumu have a teacher-student relationship, with Blind Liu guiding Liu Mumu and expressing concern for her future.
• Yan Xiu and Liu Mumu have a tense relationship, with Yan Xiu showing disapproval of Liu Mumu's actions, but also protecting her.
• Zheng Xuan and Liu Mumu have a master-apprentice relationship, with Zheng Xuan showing loyalty to Liu Mumu despite her mistakes.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Liu Zhongheng visits Liu the Blind, who accurately predicts his family's issues, particularly his grandfather's illness.
• Liu Zhongheng leaves a generous divination fee despite Liu the Blind not providing specific solutions.
• Liu Zhongheng returns home to find his family arguing. His father reveals they've been hiding his grandfather's critical illness.
• Liu Zhongheng's grandfather agrees to see Liu the Blind, hinting at a possible inheritance dispute.

Character Developments

• Liu Zhongheng: Initially skeptical, he becomes a believer in Liu the Blind's abilities and acts sincerely towards him.
• Liu the Blind: Reveals his name (Liu Xijing) and hints at a complex relationship with the old man whose ID card he has.
• Old Master Liu (Liu Zhongheng's grandfather): Shows favoritism towards Liu Zhongheng and concern for his fortune and family's future.

Significant Themes

• The power of fortune-telling and its influence on people's actions and beliefs.
• Family dynamics, particularly favoritism and inheritance disputes.
• The decline of a once-wealthy family and the struggle to maintain their status.

Character Interactions

• Liu Zhongheng and Liu the Blind: Initially skeptical, Liu Zhongheng becomes convinced of Liu the Blind's abilities and treats him with respect.
• Liu Zhongheng and his father (Liu Beiwang): They discuss Liu the Blind's abilities and the family's situation, with Liu Beiwang revealing the family's secrets to his son.
• Old Master Liu and Liu Beiwang: The old man expresses his displeasure with his other children and hints at dividing his fortune, causing Liu Beiwang to feel joyful.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Police, led by Fang Chuan, visit Blind Liu's home to investigate a case involving individuals who had visited him for fortune-telling.
• Blind Liu identifies several photos of deceased individuals who had come to him for warding talismans or divination.
• Fang Chuan learns that the deceased individuals are connected through their interest in antiques and their association with Song Yi.
• Liu Mumu accompanies Blind Liu to the Liu family's ancestral home, where he is invited to tell the fortune of the family's patriarch.

Character Developments

• Blind Liu: He shows his skill in physiognomy and memory, recalling details about his clients. He also reveals a troubled past with the Liu family.
• Liu Mumu: She demonstrates her concern for Blind Liu's well-being and shows curiosity about the Liu family's history.
• Fang Chuan: He shows determination in solving the case and considers the connection between the deceased individuals and antiques.
• Liu Zhongheng: He invites Blind Liu to his family's home to help his grandfather, showing respect for the old man's skills.

Significant Themes

• The power of physiognomy and fortune-telling in influencing people's lives and decisions.
• The tension between tradition and modernity, represented by the Liu family's ancestral home and their willingness to seek help from a fortune teller.
• The importance of family history and connections, as explored through the Liu family's dynamics.

Character Interactions

• Blind Liu and Liu Mumu: They show a close bond, with Liu Mumu caring for Blind Liu and him treating her like family.
• Blind Liu and the Liu family: There's a tense history between them, with the Liu family members showing skepticism towards Blind Liu's skills.
• Fang Chuan and Blind Liu: They have a respectful and cooperative relationship, with Fang Chuan valuing Blind Liu's insights in the case.
• Liu Zhongheng and his family: There's a power dynamic within the Liu family, with Liu Zhongheng's second uncle showing disdain for his nephew's beliefs.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Blind Liu (Master Liu) visits the Liu family to divine the fate of Old Man Liu and his younger brother, who had died thirty years ago.
• Old Man Liu is pleased with the news of his brother's unfortunate fate but becomes enraged when he learns about his own destiny, which predicts a life of wealth but also implies a loss to be returned.
• Blind Liu refuses Old Man Liu's offer of five million yuan to change his fate, stating that destiny is set by heaven and cannot be altered.
• The Liu family sells some of their possessions before Old Man Liu's death, with the auction taking place at Zheng Xuan's uncle's auction house.

Character Developments

• Blind Liu (Master Liu): Revealed to be Old Man Liu's half-brother, with a complex history involving their father and the Liu family. He shows no interest in the Liu family's wealth or power, prioritizing his freedom and independence.
• Old Man Liu: Displayed as a cruel and vindictive person, holding a deep grudge against his younger brother. He is willing to spend a significant amount of money to change his fate but is ultimately powerless against the will of heaven.
• Zheng Xuan: Shows interest in Qian Xiaomeng and pursues her relentlessly. He also shares some information about the Liu family's upcoming auction with Liu Mumu.

Significant Themes

• Fate and Destiny: The theme of fate and destiny is central to this chapter, with Blind Liu's divination revealing the fates of Old Man Liu and his younger brother. The characters grapple with the idea of fate being predetermined and unchangeable.
• Family and Inheritance: The Liu family's dynamics and the upcoming auction highlight the theme of family and inheritance. The siblings' relationships are strained, and Old Man Liu's impending death forces them to confront the distribution of his wealth and possessions.
• Wealth and Power: The allure of wealth and power is explored through the characters' reactions to Old Man Liu's offer of five million yuan. Blind Liu shows no interest in the money, while Old Man Liu is desperate to change his fate to maintain his wealth and power.

Character Interactions

• Blind Liu and Old Man Liu: Their interaction reveals the complex history between them and the deep-seated grudge Old Man Liu holds against his brother. Their exchange highlights the theme of fate and destiny, as Blind Liu refuses to change Old Man Liu's fate despite the offer of a large sum of money.
• Liu Mumu and Zheng Xuan: Their interaction reveals Zheng Xuan's pursuit of Qian Xiaomeng and his disdain for the Liu family. Liu Mumu's interest in the upcoming auction leads to Zheng Xuan inviting her to attend, furthering their friendship.
• Liu Mumu and Qian Xiaomeng: Their friendship is strengthened as they support each other through their respective romantic pursuits. Liu Mumu confides in Qian Xiaomeng about Zheng Xuan's pursuit, and they discuss their feelings together.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Liu Mumu attends an auction with Zheng Xuan, expecting to see the Liu Family's antiques but is surprised by the presence of many unfamiliar faces.
• Yan Xiu appears at the auction, causing Liu Mumu to question his presence there.
• A bidding war ensues over an "Autumn Mountain Picture," with Yan Xiu and Wang Yuanbai competing, driving the price up to 15 million.
• After the auction, Liu Mumu and Zheng Xuan encounter Yan Xiu in the corridor, and he joins them for lunch.

Character Developments

• Liu Mumu shows curiosity and intelligence in observing the auction and its attendees.
• Zheng Xuan displays his knowledge of the attendees and their collections.
• Yan Xiu reveals his playful side, bidding on an item just to annoy Wang Yuanbai.
• Wang Yuanbai demonstrates his impulsiveness and lack of self-control in his bidding.

Significant Themes

• Greed and impulsiveness, as seen in Wang Yuanbai's excessive bidding.
• The allure of wealth and power, reflected in the high prices paid for seemingly ordinary items.
• The tension between the Yan and Wang families, hinted at in their exchange.

Character Interactions

• Liu Mumu and Zheng Xuan share a friendly and easy-going relationship, with Zheng Xuan acting as her guide.
• Yan Xiu and Liu Mumu's interactions are playful and teasing, with Yan Xiu often provoking her curiosity.
• Yan Xiu and Wang Yuanbai's exchange is tense and filled with underlying tension, hinting at a deeper conflict between their families.

• Wang Yuanbai, representing headquarters, buys the autumn mountain painting for over ten million yuan, hoping to find the Longevity Gu. However, the painting only has faint traces of Longevity Gu residue, making it worthless.
• Wang Yuanbai decides to investigate the Liu family further, suspecting they might have more hidden items.
• Lü Yao, Liu Mumu's former neighbor, reappears and infiltrates the Liu family villa. She interrogates the old man Liu, who reveals that there's still a painting left from the Shuanglin antiques. Lü Yao takes the painting and leaves, leaving the old man Liu to die a gruesome death.
• Yan Xiu and Liu Mumu have lunch together. Afterward, Yan Xiu offers to drive Liu Mumu home, leaving Zheng Xuan to find his own way back.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Liu Mumu realizes Yan Xiu isn't at the auction and asks him why he's driving her back to school. He doesn't answer directly.
• They go to an amusement park instead, where Liu Mumu insists on going through a haunted house, despite being afraid of ghosts. She gets separated from Yan Xiu and uses her divination skills to find her way out.
• Yan Xiu receives a call about a murder case involving Liu Xijing, the owner of the antiques from the auction house. They leave the amusement park to investigate.

Character Developments

• Liu Mumu shows her fear of ghosts but also her determination to experience new things. She apologizes sincerely to Yan Xiu for abandoning him in the haunted house.
• Yan Xiu shows a rare moment of vulnerability, admitting he was scared in the haunted house. He also shows understanding and forgiveness towards Liu Mumu's actions.
• Liu Mumu uses her fear of going back alone to convince Yan Xiu to let her accompany him to the crime scene, showing her resourcefulness and determination to be with him.

Significant Themes

• Fear and courage: Liu Mumu faces her fear of ghosts and being alone to experience new things and be with Yan Xiu.
• Trust and forgiveness: Yan Xiu trusts Liu Mumu enough to let her accompany him to the crime scene, and he forgives her for abandoning him in the haunted house.

Character Interactions

• Liu Mumu and Yan Xiu's relationship deepens as they spend time together, with Liu Mumu showing her determination to be with him and Yan Xiu showing understanding and forgiveness.
• Liu Mumu and Yan Xiu's dynamic is playful and honest, with Liu Mumu being open about her fears and Yan Xiu being open about his feelings.

Plot Points and Events

• Fang Chuan discovers the cause of death is Gu poisoning, specifically the Black Needle Gu, which is rare and difficult to detect.
• Yan Xiu and Liu Mumu arrive at the Liu family residence. Yan Xiu inspects the crime scene and learns that the Gu was preset to awaken and kill the host.
• The Liu family members argue over the distribution of family assets after Liu Xijing's death, with Liu Beigui and Liu Beiwang having a heated argument.
• Yan Xiu interviews Liu Beiwang, who reveals that Liu Xijing got sick a few days before the Lunar New Year and that the painting was bought from a place called Shuanglin.

Character Developments

• Yan Xiu: Shows concern for Liu Mumu's well-being after she sees the corpse. He also displays knowledge about the Black Needle Gu and its rarity.
• Liu Mumu: Shows curiosity about the case and offers to help Yan Xiu for a fee, but he declines.
• Liu Beiwang: Initially cooperative with the police, he later secretly contacts Wang Yuanbai about the missing painting.
• Liu Beigui: Argues with Liu Beiwang over the distribution of family assets and accuses him of being responsible for Liu Xijing's death.

Significant Themes

• Greed and power struggles within the Liu family, as seen in the argument between Liu Beigui and Liu Beiwang.
• The rarity and danger of the Black Needle Gu, which highlights the need for careful investigation.

Character Interactions

• Yan Xiu and Liu Mumu: They continue to interact, with Liu Mumu offering her help and Yan Xiu declining. He also shows concern for her well-being.
• Liu Beigui and Liu Beiwang: They argue over the distribution of family assets and blame each other for Liu Xijing's death.
• Yan Xiu and Liu Beiwang: Yan Xiu interviews Liu Beiwang about the missing painting and Liu Xijing's illness.