Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ding Yishan visits Zone B-7 and hands over a proposal for the Checkpoint to invest in its development, indicating the upper levels' intention to intervene in the Buffer Zone's affairs.
• Cheng Ye is assigned an elite unit, the Crusader Legion, for his protection, led by Captain Wu Rui, who will serve him for the next six months.
• Mu Shuang is officially assigned to Cheng Ye as his personal bodyguard.
• The three District Elders request the establishment of a militia unit for Zone B-7, which Ding Yishan approves, granting them thirty official militia positions.

Character Developments

• Cheng Ye: Realizes the importance of material foundation in winning people over and begins to consider how to obtain more resources for his team.
• Ding Yishan: Reveals his past as a Commander in the Pioneer Corps and his intention to support Zone B-7's development.
• Mu Shuang: Accepts her assignment to protect Cheng Ye and agrees to undergo medical treatment at the Medical Center.
• Wu Rui: Demonstrates his loyalty and professionalism as the leader of the Crusader Legion.

Significant Themes

• The importance of material foundation in winning people over and building a team.
• The influence of the past on the present, as seen through Ding Yishan's history and the three District Elders' request for a militia unit.
• The delicate balance of power within the Checkpoint and the Buffer Zone, as evidenced by the proposal's blank sections and Ding Yishan's guidance.

Character Interactions

• Cheng Ye and Ding Yishan: Their interaction reveals Ding Yishan's support for Zone B-7's development and Cheng Ye's growing understanding of the Checkpoint Director's intentions.
• Cheng Ye and Mu Shuang: Their interaction shows Mu Shuang's acceptance of her assignment and Cheng Ye's attempt to make amends for his earlier actions.
• Cheng Ye and Wu Rui: Their interaction demonstrates Wu Rui's loyalty and professionalism, as well as Cheng Ye's trust in his new bodyguards.
• The three District Elders and Ding Yishan: Their interaction reveals the three elders' past service under Ding Yishan and their request for a militia unit to protect Zone B-7.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Cheng Ye activates the Perfect-grade "Hundred Weapons Savant" talent, which dramatically changes his body and weapon handling abilities.
• He discovers that this talent allows him to automatically lock onto targets, but it has a 15-minute duration and a cooldown that increases with each use.
• The contracting program for satellite city construction begins, hinting at a new opportunity for Cheng Ye.

Character Developments

• Cheng Ye continues to explore and understand his new abilities, becoming more aware of the power and responsibility that comes with them.
• He reflects on the importance of self-control and discipline in wielding great power.
• Old Sun, the head of the Industrial Department, continues to help Cheng Ye, revealing insider information about the contracting program.

Significant Themes

• The responsibility that comes with power and the importance of self-control.
• The consequences of losing control over one's abilities.
• The theme of preparation and planning, as Cheng Ye strategizes for the contracting program.

Character Interactions

• Cheng Ye interacts with Old Sun, who provides him with useful information about the contracting program.
• Wu Rui continues to lead the Crusaders in guarding the Buffer Zone, maintaining peace and security.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The checkpoint sends an official message at 4:07 AM, announcing the launch of the second batch of satellite city construction.
• Cheng Ye receives four messages: the launch notice, the allocation of second-batch assigned zones, the assessment implementation details, and the refined management guidelines.
• The assessment is scheduled for 1:00 PM, focusing on coordinated regional management and emergency response mechanisms.
• The second batch of satellite cities remains the same in number as the first, with twelve locations. Big Wave Town ranks fifth.
• Longwater Town, despite its strategic location, is not chosen, diverting some pressure from Big Wave Town.
• The rules for the second batch allow each participant one vote to choose a partner, including eliminated candidates from the first batch. However, if an eliminated candidate is chosen, the topic for the assessment will be drawn at random.

Character Developments

• Cheng Ye is confident in his abilities and is determined to win the assessment and secure Big Wave Town for himself and Wang Kang.
• Wang Kang is excited and nervous about the assessment but is willing to put in the work and improve. He is eager to prove himself to Cheng Ye.
• Yang Xingwen, a Phase One Inspector, offers to be Cheng Ye's soldier and team up with him, but Cheng Ye declines.
• Zhao Jia, another Phase One Inspector, also contacts Cheng Ye to team up, but Cheng Ye declines as well, explaining that he already has a partner in Wang Kang.

Significant Themes

• Power Dynamics: The satellite city construction process is filled with political maneuvering and power struggles among the inspectors.
• Responsibility and Trust: Cheng Ye's trust in Wang Kang's abilities and his desire to help Wang Kang grow are central to their partnership.
• Adaptability: The inspectors must adapt to the changing rules and circumstances, such as the new partner selection system and the unexpected absence of Longwater Town.

Character Interactions

• Cheng Ye and Wang Kang's relationship continues to grow, with Cheng Ye acting as a mentor and Wang Kang eager to prove himself.
• Cheng Ye's interactions with Yang Xingwen and Zhao Jia highlight the political nature of the satellite city construction process and the inspectors' desire to form alliances.
• Cheng Ye's conversation with Wang Kang demonstrates his confidence in Wang Kang's abilities and his willingness to delegate responsibility to him.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The assessment's focus shifts to real-world tests, with short time limits to showcase Inspectors' abilities.
• Refugees are selected for satellite city construction, with varying quality due to the brief selection process.
• Cheng Ye and Wang Kang prepare for the assessment, deciding to target families with children and elderly relatives.
• Cheng Ye demonstrates his ideal by leading a convoy of militia and vehicles, showcasing Big Wave Town's future plans through posters.

Character Developments

• Cheng Ye remains steadfast in his ideal of building a cohesive Bottom Layer framework, prioritizing families with children and elderly relatives.
• Wang Kang grows more confident in Cheng Ye's leadership and the power of their shared ideal.
• The District Elders, Old Song, Old He, and Old Zhou, express their support for Cheng Ye and the United Community's affairs.

Significant Themes

• The power of ideals and demonstrating them through action.
• The importance of adaptability and flexibility in the Wasteland.
• The value of families and community in building a stable society.

Character Interactions

• Cheng Ye and Wang Kang work together, with Cheng Ye guiding Wang Kang's understanding of their ideal and the assessment process.
• The District Elders support Cheng Ye, expressing their commitment to the United Community's affairs.
• Cheng Ye and the militia interact, with Cheng Ye inspiring them and expressing confidence in their abilities.
• Cheng Ye and the refugees (off-page) are set to interact, with Cheng Ye aiming to demonstrate Big Wave Town's future to attract them to his cause.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Cheng Ye and Wang Kang spend the morning discussing and planning for Big Wave Town's economic system.
• Cheng Ye reveals his plans for the town's layout, housing, and economic cycle.
• Wang Kang takes notes on Cheng Ye's explanations, trying to understand the complex system.

Character Developments

• Wang Kang demonstrates his dedication and intelligence by taking detailed notes and trying to grasp the intricacies of Cheng Ye's plans.
• Cheng Ye shows his strategic thinking, thoroughness, and confidence in his plans.

Significant Themes

• The importance of understanding and utilizing economic principles for societal development.
• The contrast between the Inner City's modern education system and the Wasteland's focus on martial arts and survival skills.

Character Interactions

• Cheng Ye and Wang Kang work together to plan and understand the economic system for Big Wave Town.
• Da Long shows his loyalty and efficiency by waiting outside and preparing the vehicle as instructed.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Cheng Ye and Wang Kang arrive at the Central Checkpoint for the practical assessment.
• Cheng Ye encounters Luo Kuke, a Phase Three Inspector from the Xiren group, and a tense confrontation ensues.
• The assessment begins, with sixty-four Inspectors competing for twenty-four spots across twelve satellite towns.
• Cheng Ye receives the assessment standards document, revealing the assessment format, objectives, scoring criteria, and special notes.

Character Developments

• Cheng Ye demonstrates his strength and assertiveness, standing up to Luo Kuke and earning the respect of his Dongren colleagues.
• Wang Kang shows curiosity and nervousness as he participates in his first assessment.
• Luo Kuke is revealed to be a cunning and manipulative opponent, with unclear motives for targeting Cheng Ye.
• Garcia is motivated by the promise of promotion and is eager to perform well in the assessment.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and competition among Inspectors.
• The importance of strength, both physical and political, in the Wasteland.
• The complex interpersonal relationships and alliances within the Checkpoint.

Character Interactions

• Cheng Ye and Luo Kuke's tense confrontation highlights the rivalry between Dongren and Xiren groups.
• Cheng Ye's interaction with Yang Xingwen and Gu Xinjing shows the support he has within the Dongren group.
• Garcia and Luo Kuke's conversation reveals their shared goal of defeating Cheng Ye, as well as Garcia's resentment toward Luo Kuke.
• Cheng Ye and Wang Kang's partnership demonstrates their growing camaraderie and trust in each other.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• The assessment changes drastically, now focusing on constructing satellite cities with a partner group of five hundred people.
• Inspectors must choose personnel from twenty thousand Refugees, with varying demographic profiles and point values.
• The assessment has four core indicators: housing, sentry posts, supply points, and entering information, with practicality, efficiency, and innovation accounting for 80% of the scoring criteria.

Character Developments

• Cheng Ye and Wang Kang remain calm and strategic, planning to assess the Refugees before making a decision.
• Ding Yishan, the Checkpoint Director, reveals the purpose of the assessment: to test Inspectors' inclusiveness, wisdom, and ability to find development amid adversity.
• Inspectors struggle with the new assessment rules and personnel selection criteria, revealing their anxiety and lack of experience.

Significant Themes

• The importance of inclusivity and adaptability in leadership.
• The challenges and responsibilities of managing diverse populations.
• The balance between labor capacity and points earned in personnel selection.
• The role of supplies and materials in construction and assessment scoring.

Character Interactions

• Cheng Ye and Wang Kang discuss their strategy, demonstrating their partnership and trust in each other's judgment.
• Inspectors from different groups discuss their options, revealing their varying levels of experience and confidence.
• Ding Yishan interacts with the Inspectors, emphasizing the importance of their choices and the purpose of the assessment.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Inspectors head to the Buffer Zone to select personnel from the Refugees' formations.
• The assessment begins, with Inspectors recruiting people under sunshades surrounding the Refugees' formation.
• Labor brokers approach Inspectors, offering to provide able-bodied workers and talented individuals for a fee.
• Inspectors begin recruiting, offering additional compensation for able-bodied workers and attempting to recruit families of seven.
• A convoy of six vehicles and three hundred militia members approaches the assessment site.

Character Developments

• Cheng Ye remains calm and composed throughout the assessment, demonstrating his strategic thinking and understanding of the situation.
• Wang Kang learns about Da Long's past and Cheng Ye's influence on the community, gaining a deeper understanding of the world.
• Other Inspectors, particularly high-ranking ones, are shown to be more willing to negotiate with brokers and offer additional compensation to recruit people.

Significant Themes

• The value of labor and the dynamics of supply and demand in the Wasteland.
• The influence of money and power on people's actions and decisions.
• The importance of understanding and adapting to the situation at hand.

Character Interactions

• Cheng Ye and Wang Kang discuss the assessment and the nature of the people around them.
• Inspectors interact with labor brokers and Refugees, attempting to recruit people for their teams.
• The arrival of the militia convoy draws the attention of both Inspectors and Refugees.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Cheng Ye's assessment begins with a show of force by his militia, drawing attention from other inspectors and refugees.
• He sets up model homes and posters to illustrate Big Wave Town's resettlement policy, causing a stir among the refugees.
• The refugee formation shifts significantly toward Cheng Ye's shade canopy, reversing the initial order.

Character Developments

• Cheng Ye demonstrates his strategic thinking and understanding of the refugees' needs, showing his potential as a leader.
• Wang Kang shows curiosity and admiration for Cheng Ye's methods.
• The refugees show their eagerness and willingness to engage with Cheng Ye's proposal.

Significant Themes

• The importance of understanding and catering to the needs of the people (refugees) to gain their support and trust.
• The power of visual aids and tangible examples in communicating complex ideas.
• The role of a leader in inspiring and motivating their team (the militia) and the people they serve (the refugees).

Character Interactions

• Cheng Ye and Wang Kang discuss the details of Cheng Ye's plan, with Wang Kang showing admiration for Cheng Ye's methods.
• Cheng Ye interacts with the refugees, showing empathy and understanding, which draws them to his proposal.
• The refugees interact with each other, showing their eagerness to engage with Cheng Ye's proposal and their willingness to support him.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Cheng Ye begins recruiting for Big Wave Town, using a question-and-answer format to explain the town's advantages and plans.
• Lin Xiaoshan's family and Bao Dashan's group are among the first to join, with Lin Xiaoshan's family joining immediately and Bao Dashan's group showing interest but wanting to discuss terms.
• Some fence-sitters try to negotiate for more Happiness Coins but are rejected by Cheng Ye.

Character Developments

• Cheng Ye demonstrates his leadership and communication skills, successfully recruiting the first groups for Big Wave Town.
• Lin Xiaoshan's family shows eagerness to join Big Wave Town, while Bao Dashan's group displays ambition and a desire to negotiate terms.
• The fence-sitters reveal their greed and lack of long-term vision, trying to exploit the situation for immediate gain.

Significant Themes

• The importance of long-term planning and vision in survival and development.
• The difference between immediate benefits and future prospects.
• The power of communication and persuasion in winning people over.

Character Interactions

• Cheng Ye interacts with the Refugees, successfully recruiting them for Big Wave Town through his explanations and promises.
• Lin Xiaoshan's family and Bao Dashan's group show interest in Big Wave Town, with Lin Xiaoshan's family joining immediately and Bao Dashan's group wanting to discuss terms.
• The fence-sitters try to negotiate for more Happiness Coins but are rejected by Cheng Ye, highlighting the consequences of short-sightedness and greed.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Cheng Ye's team successfully recruits 500 people, prioritizing families with children and honest workers, while avoiding families of seven, which they suspect are traps set by the checkpoint.
• Luo Kuke and Garcia, under Canopy No. 21, struggle to recruit due to their low compensation. They try to poach people from Cheng Ye's queue by offering similar policies, but Cheng Ye remains unfazed.
• The two Xiren Inspectors under Canopy No. 31 also struggle to recruit, but they acknowledge Cheng Ye's capabilities and concede to his success.

Character Developments

• Cheng Ye demonstrates his strategic thinking and leadership by preparing lectures on wilderness survival skills and prioritizing the recruitment of families with children and honest workers.
• Wang Kang grows more confident in his role as Cheng Ye's assistant, taking on more responsibilities in the recruitment process.
• Luo Kuke and Garcia show their desperation in recruiting, leading to a tense atmosphere under their canopy.
• The two Xiren Inspectors under Canopy No. 31 show respect for Cheng Ye's abilities, acknowledging his success.

Significant Themes

• The importance of genuine ability and methods in winning people's trust and loyalty.
• The struggle for resources and competition among inspectors.
• The contrast between Cheng Ye's strategic planning and the desperation of other inspectors.

Character Interactions

• Cheng Ye and Wang Kang work together seamlessly, with Wang Kang growing more confident in his role.
• Cheng Ye and the two Xiren Inspectors under Canopy No. 31 share a moment of mutual respect.
• Luo Kuke and Garcia interact tensely, with Garcia growing increasingly desperate to recruit more people.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Recruitment for satellite cities ends, with Big Wave Town successfully recruiting 500 families.
• Cheng Ye distributes slips promising priority approval in future recruitments.
• Colin Ashton, a Xiren Inspector, offers his stamp to Cheng Ye.
• Dai Le, a Phase Two Inspector, recognizes Cheng Ye's voice from her broadcasting days.
• Five teams are eliminated after the recruitment assessment, including two from West River Town.
• Yang Xingwen and Zhao Jia, eliminated Inspectors, seek advice from Cheng Ye.
• Gu Xinjing and Zhang Wen, Phase Three Inspectors, offer advice to Cheng Ye about Infrastructure Points and suggest seeking help from Liu Xing.
• Cheng Ye gives Gu Xinjing and Zhang Wen a tour of the model home.

Character Developments

• Cheng Ye demonstrates his charisma and leadership by successfully recruiting 500 families and distributing slips, earning respect from other Inspectors.
• Wang Kang shows his eagerness to learn and grow, envying Cheng Ye's influence.
• Yang Xingwen and Zhao Jia realize their shortcomings and seek advice from Cheng Ye, showing humility and a desire to improve.
• Gu Xinjing and Zhang Wen recognize Cheng Ye's potential and offer him guidance, acknowledging his abilities.

Significant Themes

• Hope and perseverance: Despite difficult circumstances, refugees strive for a better life, and Cheng Ye embodies this hope through his actions.
• Competition and collaboration: Inspectors compete against each other but also seek opportunities for cooperation and learning.
• The influence of factions: Despite the overall situation between the Easterners and Xiren, individuals can form private friendships.

Character Interactions

• Cheng Ye interacts with Colin Ashton, Dai Le, Yang Xingwen, Zhao Jia, Gu Xinjing, and Zhang Wen, demonstrating his ability to build relationships with diverse individuals.
• Wang Kang envies Cheng Ye's influence and shares a laugh with him, showcasing their camaraderie.
• Yang Xingwen and Zhao Jia seek advice from Cheng Ye, highlighting his reputation and wisdom.
• Gu Xinjing and Zhang Wen offer guidance to Cheng Ye, acknowledging his potential and willingness to help.

• Cheng Ye completes his supply selection and orders, with a total of 92 points spent.
• The supplies are expected to arrive by 7:40 AM the next day.
• Cheng Ye meets with the District Elders, who express their concerns about the dangers of expansion and the risks associated with the large population in Big Wave Town.
• Old Song, Old He, and Old Zhou share their experiences and advice on dealing with infection sources and maintaining safety in the wilderness.
• Cheng Ye decides to fully charge his vehicle to prepare for the final step of his plan, aiming to reach a total Charge Value of 600%.
• He plans to use the remaining 52% Charge Value for six fusions and to recharge to full, requiring an additional 1,400 kilowatt-hours.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Cheng Ye discovers that his Charge Value increases by 1% every minute with the 240 kW ultra-fast charging speed.
• He fuses skills, including Underwater Breathing and Fish Mimic Form, Wave Traversal, and Blue Iron Physique, which mutates into Iron Fish Physique.
• He fuses Marshland Physique, which gains a moderate defense boost, and Heart-Protecting Fire, which shows no change.
• Cheng Ye equips Marshland Physique, gaining a defense boost and a Silver Arowana Totem that allows him to activate the defense manually.

Character Developments

• Cheng Ye's strength surges, reaching the middle tier among Inspectors.
• He gains confidence in his ability to survive and contend with others.
• Cheng Ye becomes more prepared and eager to face the challenges ahead.

Significant Themes

• The importance of preparation and continuous growth in survival.
• The power of fusion and mutation in enhancing skills and abilities.
• The confidence and reassurance that comes with increased strength and preparedness.

Character Interactions

• Mu Shuang appears briefly, but there is no significant interaction between her and Cheng Ye in this chapter.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Cheng Ye and his team prepare to leave for Big Wave Town.
• Wang Kang is revealed to have inherited 45,000 Contribution Points from his father.
• Cheng Ye learns about the road repair costs and plans to negotiate a discount through Raul.
• They encounter Jamie, who is supervising road repairs, and learn about Raul's involvement.

Character Developments

• Cheng Ye: Realizes the value of friendship and enjoys the moment with Wang Kang.
• Wang Kang: Shows his wealth and good intentions but also his lack of understanding about Cheng Ye's struggles.
• Jamie: Has been demoted and is now working under Raul, showing fear and nervousness when interacting with Cheng Ye.

Significant Themes

• Friendship and camaraderie (Cheng Ye and Wang Kang).
• Power dynamics and consequences of actions (Jamie's demotion and fear of Cheng Ye).
• Wealth and its influence (Wang Kang's inherited wealth and the cost of road repairs).

Character Interactions

• Cheng Ye and Wang Kang: Their friendship deepens as they share a moment of joy and laughter.
• Cheng Ye and Jamie: Jamie shows fear and nervousness when interacting with Cheng Ye, highlighting the power dynamics between them.
• Cheng Ye and the workers: Cheng Ye shows appreciation for their work, contrasting with his previous interactions with Jamie.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Cheng Ye encounters a flock of thornbirds harassing workers along the road. He shoots down the leader using a hunting rifle, earning the rifle as a reward.
• The group reaches the barricade at the entrance of Big Wave Town. They leave their vehicle and supplies behind, taking only essentials for the assessment.
• They are given a list to choose their primary, secondary, and melee weapons for the assessment.

Character Developments

• Cheng Ye demonstrates his marksmanship and gains the respect of the workers and Raul.
• Wang Kang shows understanding and support for Cheng Ye's decisions.
• Mu Shuang shows concern for Cheng Ye's safety and provides useful information about the assessment.

Significant Themes

• The power of strength and status, as seen in the respect Cheng Ye earns from the workers and Raul.
• The importance of preparation and caution, as emphasized by Wu Rui and Mu Shuang.

Character Interactions

• Cheng Ye and Wang Kang work together, supporting each other's decisions.
• Cheng Ye interacts with Raul, earning his respect and a reward.
• Cheng Ye, Wang Kang, and Mu Shuang work together, sharing information and supporting each other.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Cheng Ye and Wang Kang arrive at Big Wave Town for the assessment.
• They are given weapons, Xinhuo Pass devices, and other tools by the assessment staff.
• Cheng Ye's group is assigned the western side of the town, while Luo Kuke's group gets the eastern side.
• The assessment begins, and Cheng Ye quickly organizes his group into teams based on skills and roles.

Character Developments

• Cheng Ye demonstrates his leadership and organizational skills by efficiently dividing the residents into teams and assigning tasks.
• Wang Kang shows his loyalty and support for Cheng Ye.
• Luo Kuke is portrayed as a cunning and ambitious opponent, copying Cheng Ye's strategies.

Significant Themes

• Leadership and teamwork: Cheng Ye's ability to quickly organize and motivate the residents highlights the importance of strong leadership in survival situations.
• Competition and strategy: The assessment between Cheng Ye and Luo Kuke emphasizes the importance of strategic thinking and adaptability in achieving goals.

Character Interactions

• Cheng Ye and Wang Kang work together as a team, with Wang Kang showing deference to Cheng Ye's leadership.
• Cheng Ye and Luo Kuke maintain a tense but civil relationship, with each trying to gain an advantage over the other.
• Cheng Ye interacts with the residents, demonstrating his ability to connect with and motivate them.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Thorn Bird flock attacks Big Wave Town, targeting unpacked supplies.
• Cheng Ye's foresight in having everyone hide first proves beneficial.
• Cheng Ye's side receives weapons, including the Crimson Blade, while Luo Kuke and Garcia's side suffers losses from the bird attack.
• Cheng Ye scares off the Thorn Bird flock with a single shot, demonstrating his marksmanship.

Character Developments

• Cheng Ye: Shows his leadership and strategic thinking by having everyone hide first and later scaring off the Thorn Birds, gaining respect from the residents.
• Luo Kuke: Initially seems confident but is exposed as having made a mistake in his strategy, causing his side to suffer losses. He tries to smooth things over but ends up in a disadvantageous position.

Significant Themes

• Foresight and planning: Cheng Ye's ability to anticipate and plan ahead gives him an advantage over Luo Kuke.
• Leadership and performance: Both Cheng Ye and Luo Kuke try to demonstrate their leadership capabilities, but Cheng Ye's actions have a more significant impact on the residents.
• Competition and comparison: The assessment encourages competition, and Cheng Ye uses this to his advantage by showing the residents the difference between him and Luo Kuke.

Character Interactions

• Cheng Ye and Luo Kuke: Cheng Ye outmaneuvers Luo Kuke, causing him to lose face and putting him at a disadvantage.
• Cheng Ye and the residents: Cheng Ye's actions earn him respect and admiration from the residents, strengthening his position as their leader.
• Wang Kang: Wang Kang plays a minor role in this chapter, mainly assisting Cheng Ye and showing his loyalty.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Cheng Ye returns to Big Wave Town and begins organizing the supplies.
• He receives a letter from Liu Bi, who offers advice and support.
• Cheng Ye plans to collect and fuse Thorn Bird traits for their metal-sensing and body-metallization abilities.

Character Developments

• Cheng Ye gains confidence and reverence for the Wasteland after reading Liu Bi's letter.
• He decides to collect and fuse Thorn Bird traits to enhance his abilities.

Significant Themes

• The benefits of the era and the importance of personal effort.
• The reverence for the Wasteland and the dangers it presents.
• The potential for growth and enhancement through fusion skills.

Character Interactions

• Cheng Ye reflects on Liu Bi's teachings and realizes the limitations of his previous methods.
• He appreciates Liu Bi's support and advice, feeling grateful for his guidance.
• Cheng Ye decides to work alongside the pioneers, demonstrating his dedication and leadership.

Summary

Plot Points and Events

• Big Wave Town's road networks are overgrown with weeds and vines due to neglect.
• Cheng Ye leads a team to clear the road to the Hydroelectric Station.
• He encounters and kills several Green Jewel Worms, learning about their traits and the risk of parasitism.
• Two people die due to water leeches in the Whitewater River while clearing the riverbank.
• Luo Kuke warns that Infected will likely come ashore that night.

Character Developments

• Cheng Ye demonstrates his combat prowess and immunity to Green Jewel Worm's parasitism.
• Luo Kuke shows concern for the residents' safety and takes initiative in investigating the river's danger.

Significant Themes

• The danger and unpredictability of the Wasteland, even in seemingly safe areas like Big Wave Town.
• The importance of preparation and vigilance against potential threats.

Character Interactions

• Cheng Ye and Luo Kuke exchange information and warnings about the river's danger.
• The pioneers work efficiently after Cheng Ye's display of confidence and the promise of future opportunities in Big Wave Town.