Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wang Qi realizes he might need to spend up to ten years searching for clues at the speed of an "ant" due to Dragon Emperor's hint about "that incident."
• He decides to focus on his studies to find the "discordance" sooner.
• Wang Qi receives an updated operating system for the Beast Mechanism cluster from Unknown, which enhances his Dimension Cultivation Technique.
• He realizes that a significant portion of his cultivation method relies on Master of Calculation's contributions, potentially posing a danger.

Character Developments

• Wang Qi becomes more determined to find the "discordance" quickly and starts considering the potential risks of relying on others' achievements in his cultivation.
• He begins to question his detachment from applied mathematics and the Bourbaki school's lack of content in this area.

Significant Themes

• The importance of understanding one's cultivation method and potential risks associated with relying on others' achievements.
• The tension between pure and applied mathematics, and the need to balance both.
• The concept of "reinventing the wheel" and the futility of unnecessary reinvention.

Character Interactions

• Wang Qi interacts with Zhan Wo Shen and Unknown, discussing his plans and receiving the updated operating system.
• Wang Qi reflects on his cultivation method and the Bourbaki school's lack of applied mathematics content, realizing the potential danger and the need to engage in more approachable tasks.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Feng Luoyi contacts Master of Calculation, seeking his help to explain the Beast Mechanism cluster's mysteries to others.
• Wang Qi is suspected by the Immortal Alliance of having a flawed theory and a fallen Path, with the only potential loophole being in Master of Calculation's Beast Mechanism.
• Wang Qi hands over Ming Clan-related affairs to the Zhengyi Division and prepares to return to Hometown, while Zhan Wo Shen stays to protect the Conquest Envoys.

Character Developments

• Master of Calculation: Shows interest in writing a Daoist text to help others understand the Beast Mechanism cluster, a rare occurrence for him.
• Wang Qi: Focuses solely on research, preparing to return to Hometown.
• Gandonggon: Feels reluctant about Wang Qi and Zhan Wo Shen's departure, but is encouraged by Wang Qi to seek him out for further study if interested in calculation.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics and politics within the Immortal Alliance and the Human Race's position in it.
• The tension between the School of Separation (Wang Qi, Master of Calculation) and the School of Union (Feng Luoyi).
• The importance of the Beast Mechanism cluster to the Human Race's survival and growth.

Character Interactions

• Feng Luoyi and Master of Calculation: Feng Luoyi seeks Master of Calculation's help to explain the Beast Mechanism cluster's mysteries to others, showing a level of desperation.
• Wang Qi and Gandonggon: Wang Qi reassures Gandonggon about his departure and offers him an opportunity for further study if he's interested in calculation.
• Wang Qi and Zhan Wo Shen: Wang Qi prepares to return to Hometown, while Zhan Wo Shen stays to protect the Conquest Envoys.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wang Qi returns to Hometown and addresses the Base Faction.
• He announces a potential tribulation within the next ten years, which might lead to his death.
• Wang Qi speculates that the tribulation could be related to the Dimension Cultivation Technique and his dispute with Master of Calculation over the Path.
• He decides not to redevelop the current chaotic topological network system but to study Calculator theory based on the Mathematical Classics.

Character Developments

• Wang Qi shows concern for his followers' progress and encourages them not to be disrupted by the potential tribulation.
• Zhao Qingtan and Wei Cang express disbelief and worry about Wang Qi's situation but trust in his decisions.
• Chen Youjia remains silent but attentive, showing deep trust in Wang Qi.

Significant Themes

• The importance of mathematical theories and their application in cultivation.
• The potential dangers of demonic deviation and the need for preparation.
• The value of perseverance and maintaining momentum in one's work.

Character Interactions

• Wang Qi interacts with his Base Faction members, expressing his concerns and plans for the future.
• Zhao Qingtan and Wei Cang discuss the potential risks and Wang Qi's decisions with him.
• Chen Youjia silently observes Wang Qi, showing unwavering support.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wang Qi shares a prophecy of a calamity with the Ji Sect, causing concern among its members.
• Wang Qi and Chen Youjia have a private conversation about the prophecy.
• Wang Qi reveals his plan to approach the calamity and his fear, asking Chen Youjia to save him.

Character Developments

• Wang Qi: Shows vulnerability and fear regarding the prophecy, asking Chen Youjia for help.
• Chen Youjia: Steps up to support Wang Qi, determined to help him despite her concerns.

Significant Themes

• Fate vs. Free Will: Wang Qi grapples with the idea that his actions might be predetermined.
• Fear and Vulnerability: Wang Qi shows a rare moment of fear, humanizing his character.
• Trust and Support: Chen Youjia's unwavering support for Wang Qi highlights their strong bond.

Character Interactions

• Wang Qi and Chen Youjia: Their conversation reveals Wang Qi's fears and Chen Youjia's determination to help him.
• Wang Qi and the Ji Sect: Wang Qi's revelation causes concern among the sect members, but they remain united in their support of him.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wang Qi is uncertain about the theory of calculators in this world, which differs significantly from Earth's.
• The development of computers and calculators in this world is driven by the pursuit of the Entscheidungsproblem, rather than the desire to create calculable machines.
• Artificial intelligence exists before computers, and computers are invented using "yin and yang strokes" as their foundation.
• Cultivators extract high-level languages from spells to control calculators, and incompleteness theorems drive the development of computers.
• Wang Qi plans to visit the Yu Clan to preemptively resolve potential problems and asks Zhao Qingtan to accompany him.

Character Developments

• Wang Qi is determined to master the theory of calculators despite his initial uncertainty, seeing it as crucial for his cultivation and to close a potential loophole.
• Zhao Qingtan is willing to assist Wang Qi in his plans, showing loyalty and support.

Significant Themes

• The vast differences between the technological histories of Earth and the Divine Land.
• The potential of category theory to change the way Myriad Dharma Sect disciples think.
• The integration of Wang Qi's cultivation methods with the theory of calculators.

Character Interactions

• Wang Qi discusses his plans with Zhao Qingtan and asks for his assistance in visiting the Yu Clan.
• Wei Cang departs first, while Zhao Qingtan accompanies Wang Qi to the Yu Clan settlement.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wang Qi proposes expanding the Base Faction's scale.
• Zhao Qingtan questions the feasibility and necessity of expansion.
• Wang Qi argues that modern law cultivators, like academics on Earth, need to publish to obtain resources.
• He suggests recruiting from the Myriad Dharma Sect's disciples in a nearby town.

Character Developments

• Wang Qi shows strategic thinking and a desire to expand the Base Faction's influence.
• Zhao Qingtan displays skepticism and caution regarding Wang Qi's ambitious plans.
• Jiao:she shows curiosity and a desire to understand the nuances of the School of Separation and School of Separation.

Significant Themes

• The struggle between the School of Separation and School of Separation, reflecting the historical conflict between different mathematical schools of thought.
• The importance of publication and academic work in modern law cultivation, mirroring the "publish or perish" culture in universities on Earth.
• The inequality in resource distribution among cultivators, with core cultivators having easier access to resources than peripheral ones.

Character Interactions

• Wang Qi and Zhao Qingtan engage in a back-and-forth discussion about the Base Faction's expansion, with Wang Qi trying to persuade Zhao Qingtan to take on the task.
• Jiao:she asks Wang Qi about the differences between the School of Separation and School of Separation, showing her eagerness to learn.
• Zhao Qingtan and Jiao:she share a moment of camaraderie, with Zhao Qingtan patting Jiao:she's shoulder in a comforting manner.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wang Qi, Jiao, and Zhao Qingtan discuss the concept of immortality, longevity, and the pursuit of ideals.
• Wang Qi uses a flour analogy to explain the conflict between the Yu Clan and the human cultivators over resources and talents.
• Wang Qi visits the Yu Clan settlement to discuss linguistics with Grand Minister Feng Ze.

Character Developments

• Wang Qi: He shows a genuine desire to learn and understand the Yu Clan's language and literature, despite his past actions. He also demonstrates humility and a willingness to learn from others.
• Grand Minister Feng Ze: He grapples with the consequences of Wang Qi's past actions on the Yu Clan and their literary path. He initially suspects Wang Qi's motives but eventually agrees to help him learn linguistics.

Significant Themes

• The pursuit of knowledge and understanding, even when it comes from unexpected sources.
• The consequences of one's actions and the responsibility to learn from them.
• The importance of humility and a willingness to learn from others, even when one is powerful.

Character Interactions

• Wang Qi and Jiao: They engage in a philosophical discussion about immortality and the pursuit of ideals.
• Wang Qi and Zhao Qingtan: They collaborate on the flour analogy to explain the conflict between the Yu Clan and the human cultivators.
• Wang Qi and Grand Minister Feng Ze: Despite their past enmity, they engage in a respectful and honest conversation about linguistics and Wang Qi's desire to learn from the Yu Clan.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wang Qi meets Zixu Yi, the most skilled in textual studies among the Yu Clan remnants.
• Zixu Yi shows Wang Qi an imperial dictionary, the most comprehensive dictionary of the Yu Clan.
• Wang Qi introduces the concept of 'signified' and 'signifier' in language, based on Ferdinand de Saussure's linguistics.
• Zixu Yi, initially unaware of these principles, is enlightened and acknowledges Wang Qi's guidance.

Character Developments

• Zixu Yi: Realizes the depth of his ignorance about the essence of symbols and is humbled by Wang Qi's knowledge.
• Wang Qi: Demonstrates his understanding of modern linguistics and its application to the Yu Clan's language.

Significant Themes

• The essence of language and its structure.
• The application of human knowledge to the Divine Continent's languages and cultures.
• The humbling of experts in their respective fields.

Character Interactions

• Wang Qi & Zixu Yi: Wang Qi teaches Zixu Yi about the fundamentals of linguistics, leading to Zixu Yi's enlightenment and respect for Wang Qi's knowledge.
• Wang Qi & Beauty God: Wang Qi's past interactions with Beauty God are referenced, highlighting the vast linguistic knowledge he gained from Beauty God's gift.

Details for Reference

• Linguistic Concepts: 'Signified', 'Signifier', Structuralism, Semiotics.
• Historical Context: Ferdinand de Saussure's Course in General Linguistics, Chomsky's Syntactic Structures.
• Wang Qi's Goals: To develop a linguistics that can guide all Calculator Language and grammar, and to deepen linguistics by connecting it with Mathematics.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wang Qi discovers he lacks material to fill the "skeleton" of his linguistic understanding, prompting him to collaborate with the Yu Clan.
• He aims to present his half-finished linguistics to a Yu Clan member and learn from each other to perfect this field.
• The Base Sect becomes busier due to the Dragon Emperor's prophecy, driving researchers to work urgently.
• Wang Qi focuses on theoretical linguistics while Chen Youjia handles practical aspects, including creating new languages.
• Wang Qi begins searching for the "word problem" in linguistics, connecting it to functions, sets, and group theory.

Character Developments

• Wang Qi becomes more determined and focused on completing his linguistic theory.
• Zi Xu Yi and other Yu Clan scholars are eager to learn from Wang Qi, having been impressed by his previous insights.
• Ke Lanyin expresses concern about the School of Separation's fate, reflecting on past geniuses' falls.

Significant Themes

• The pursuit of knowledge and collaboration between different races.
• The urgency driven by the Dragon Emperor's prophecy.
• The exploration of linguistics and its connection to mathematics.
• The School of Separation's history of brilliance and decline.

Character Interactions

• Wang Qi interacts with Zi Xu Yi and other Yu Clan scholars, collaborating on linguistic research.
• Ke Lanyin and Ai Zigan discuss Wang Qi's potential future, reflecting on the School of Separation's past.
• Wang Qi works with Chen Youjia, delegating practical aspects of linguistics to him while focusing on theory.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wang Qi is assessed by Chen Feng, sent by the Immortal Alliance, to evaluate his Path due to the Dragon Emperor's prophecy.
• Wang Qi expresses an unusual fervor for the impending tribulation, which he refers to as "Turing-incomputable."
• Chen Feng questions Wang Qi about his emotions regarding his reality and happiness.

Character Developments

• Wang Qi: Struggles with existential doubts but remains determined to face the tribulation. He expresses contentment with his current life.
• Chen Feng: Concerned about Wang Qi's mental state, he conducts an assessment to ensure Wang Qi's Path is stable.

Significant Themes

• The pursuit of truth and reality.
• The impact of prophecies and expectations on individuals.
• The distinction between Modern Dharma and traditional cultivation.

Character Interactions

• Wang Qi and Chen Feng: Engage in a candid conversation about Wang Qi's mental state and emotions.
• Chen Feng and his family: Chen Feng shows concern for Wang Qi while also expressing pride in his son's development.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Feng and Wang Qi discuss the possibility of Wang Qi having a daughter, with Chen Feng expressing his desire to make the world better for his child.
• Chen Feng shares his feelings of insignificance amidst the changing world and the influence of the Dragon Clan and Demon Race.
• Wang Qi decides to focus on his work, delaying the idea of having a daughter.
• Chen Feng and Ai Qinglan return to Divine Continent after a month-long visit to Hometown.
• Immortal Alliance declares the start of the new era, the "Yu" calendar.
• Zhao Qingtan returns to Divine Continent with the completed Formal Linguistics and six volumes of Original Calculation.

Character Developments

• Chen Feng: Reflects on his role in the changing world and expresses his desire to protect his family and region.
• Wang Qi: Struggles with the idea of having a daughter due to his uncertain future and focuses on his work instead.
• Zhao Qingtan: Completes his academic works and returns to Divine Continent.

Significant Themes

• The changing world and the Human Race's role in it.
• The impact of the Dragon Clan and Demon Race on the Human Race.
• The importance of family and personal responsibility.

Character Interactions

• Chen Feng and Wang Qi: Share a candid conversation about family and the changing world.
• Chen Feng and Ai Qinglan: Spend time together in Hometown before returning to Divine Continent.
• Zhao Qingtan: Returns to Divine Continent with his completed academic works, eager to share his findings.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhao Qingtan returns to the Divine Continent and lands in an unfamiliar city, Shenjing.
• He reunites with Su Junyu, who has been living on the Divine Continent and has made significant progress in his cultivation.
• Zhao Qingtan notices a high density of Nascent Soul Method Cultivators in Shenjing, who are now involved in maintaining the city's Illusion Technique and influencing mortal society.

Character Developments

• Zhao Qingtan: Realizes the significant changes in the Divine Continent, particularly in Shenjing, and feels somewhat disconnected from society.
• Su Junyu: Has become a prominent figure on the Divine Continent, promoting the Ji Sect's calculation principles and helping his wife's cultivation.
• Wang Qi: Has written a new book, which is a blend of flowery prose and Mathematics, and is preparing for the upcoming Original Calculation.

Significant Themes

• The rapid development and changes in the Divine Continent, particularly the integration of immortals and mortals in Shenjing.
• The influence of the Immortal Alliance's policies on the cultivation world and the emergence of new sects.
• The blurring of lines between different cultivation methods and the increased accessibility of cultivation.

Character Interactions

• Zhao Qingtan and Su Junyu: Reunite after years, with Su Junyu acting as Zhao Qingtan's guide to the changed Divine Continent.
• Zhao Qingtan and Wang Qi: Discuss Wang Qi's new book, which is a blend of literature and Mathematics.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Junyu and Zhao Qingtan discuss Wang Qi's "Formal Linguistics" and its potential impact on the cultivation world.
• Su Junyu reveals the tense situation at Myriad Dharma Sect, where cultivators are frantically researching to bypass Wang Qi's "imperfect calculation" and "compatible calculation" theories, as predicted by the Dragon Emperor.
• Wang Qi remains confident in his theories, while others see him as potentially in danger.
• Su Junyu shares papers on the ongoing research, including one from a new genius of the Unnamed faction, focusing on "severing self-reference."

Character Developments

• Wang Qi maintains his confidence in his theories, despite the growing opposition and potential danger.
• Su Junyu and Zhao Qingtan are concerned about Wang Qi's situation and the chaos at Myriad Dharma Sect.
• The Unnamed faction's new genius shows promise in their research on bypassing Wang Qi's theories.

Significant Themes

• The struggle between mathematical theories and their practical applications in cultivation.
• The tension between established beliefs and new, potentially disruptive ideas.
• The consequences of predicting and preparing for a "calamity."

Character Interactions

• Su Junyu and Zhao Qingtan discuss the current state of affairs, expressing their concerns and sharing information.
• Su Junyu provides Zhao Qingtan with research papers to help him understand the ongoing developments.
• Wang Qi's confidence is contrasted with the growing opposition and danger he faces, highlighting the tension between his beliefs and those of others.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Junyu and Zhao Qingtan negotiate with mortal merchants to promote the Ji Sect's works.
• Formal Linguistics is released simultaneously across the Divine Continent, gaining attention.
• Zhao Qingtan gives lectures at academies and public forums, avoiding the Myriad Dharma Sect to avoid potential backlash.
• The sixth volume of Original Calculation is released internally within the Myriad Dharma Sect, causing a surge of interest among disciples.

Character Developments

• Zhao Qingtan gains admiration for Su Junyu's strategic mind and learns more about the Ji Sect's mathematical landscape.
• Myriad Dharma Sect disciples become aware of Wang Qi's new mathematical endeavor and hope for his failure, suppressing their previous fervor.

Significant Themes

• The breakdown of barriers between cultivators and mortals, leading to new opportunities for sects like the Myriad Dharma Sect.
• The power of momentum and public attention in driving interest and change within the sect.
• The potential for failure and error in complex mathematical research, fueling hope for Wang Qi's downfall among some Myriad Dharma Sect disciples.

Character Interactions

• Su Junyu and Zhao Qingtan work together to promote the Ji Sect's works, with Su Junyu demonstrating his strategic prowess.
• Zhao Qingtan interacts with various people during his time in Shenjing, who later aid in his endeavor.
• Myriad Dharma Sect disciples discuss and react to Wang Qi's new mathematical endeavor, with some hoping for his failure.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Junyu's book, "Original Calculation," creates a significant stir in the cultivation world, attracting attention from both public and academic sectors.
• Zhao Qingtan, the author of the controversial article, prepares to give a sermon within the Myriad Dharma Sect, marking the next step in their plan.
• He Wai'er, the Free and Unfettered Cultivator, visits Gottingen Zhai and learns about the internal discussions regarding Yuan calculations and the Unceasing Calculation.

Character Developments

• Su Junyu: He is pleased with the success of his book and acknowledges the influence of the mortal world on the immortal path. He shows concern for Zhao Qingtan's upcoming sermon.
• Zhao Qingtan: He expresses determination to not fail Su Junyu's trust in his upcoming sermon.
• He Wai'er: He feels conflicted about the current state of Gottingen Zhai and its association with the School of Separation. He laments not being more sincere with Wang Qi in the past.

Significant Themes

• Influence of the Mortal World on the Immortal Path: The chapter highlights the increasing influence of the mortal world on the immortal path, with Su Junyu acknowledging this shift.
• Ambition and Rivalry: The desire to surpass Wang Qi and the School of Separation's achievements drives many cultivators, creating a competitive environment.
• Legacy and Betrayal: The characters grapple with the legacies of their mentors and the potential betrayal of their original paths, as seen in He Wai'er's internal conflict.

Character Interactions

• Su Junyu and Zhao Qingtan: They discuss the impact of the book and Zhao Qingtan's upcoming sermon, showing a supportive and collaborative relationship.
• He Wai'er and Airuoche: He Wai'er seeks Airuoche's opinion on the internal discussions within Gottingen Zhai, revealing his trust in her and his concern for the sect's direction.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Gottingen Sect is secretly working on a proof of "relative consistency" to challenge the Myriad Dharma Sect and Wang Qi's views on set theory.
• He Wai'er, an intuitionist mathematician, is crucial to this proof due to his understanding of intuitionism.
• The Gottingen Sect aims to force Wang Qi and the Separation School to admit the reliability of set theory or face the same issues in their own mathematics.
• Su Junyu is struggling to keep up with the Separation School's progress on "cutting self-reference" and is contemplating the differences between the School of Separation and the School of Separation.
• Zhao Qingtan is facing a crisis as he's about to participate in a "Mirage Interview" without clear instructions from Su Junyu.

Character Developments

• He Wai'er: Confirmed as an intuitionist mathematician who believes in the truth of intuitionist mathematics despite its origin from the Gottingen Sect's enemy.
• Su Junyu: Struggles with keeping up with the Separation School's progress and contemplates the differences between the two schools.
• Zhao Qingtan: Feels out of place and uncertain about how to handle the "Mirage Interview" without Su Junyu's guidance.

Significant Themes

• The rivalry and differing views between the Gottingen Sect and the Myriad Dharma Sect, particularly regarding set theory and its reliability.
• The exploration of mathematical principles and their implications, such as the "relative consistency" proof and the "cutting self-reference" approach.
• The clash of perspectives within the School of Separation and the School of Separation, and the value of these differing viewpoints.

Character Interactions

• He Wai'er and Airuoche: He Wai'er excitedly discusses mathematical concepts with Airuoche, while she is hesitant due to potential consequences for Wang Qi.
• Su Junyu and Zhao Qingtan: Su Junyu's absence leaves Zhao Qingtan uncertain about how to handle the "Mirage Interview," highlighting their mentor-mentee relationship.
• Zhao Qingtan and the beautiful woman with a calculator: Zhao Qingtan feels fond of the woman but is too embarrassed to ask her about the "Mirage Interview."

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhao Qingtan arrives at the Ji Sect, where he is expected to give lectures, but the sect's Vice Sect Master, Su Junyu, is absent.
• The sect's Core Formation disciple, Feng Pan, tries to make a good impression on Zhao Qingtan but struggles due to his aunt's indifference.
• Zhao Qingtan learns about 'Mirage,' a function of the Mystic Net that broadcasts messages in the form of 'Mirage Shadows' at fixed 'acupoints.'
• Zhao Qingtan is surprised to learn that he is expected to give lectures in the form of 'Lecture Records,' with him answering questions posed by the host (Feng Pan's aunt).

Character Developments

• Zhao Qingtan: He is initially formal and slightly offended by Feng Pan's aunt's disrespect. However, he becomes more understanding and patient as the conversation progresses.
• Feng Pan: He is eager to please Zhao Qingtan but struggles with his aunt's lack of cooperation. He reveals his eagerness to go to 'Hometown' but maintains composure.
• Feng Pan's aunt: She is indifferent and disrespectful towards Zhao Qingtan, showing no interest in greeting him or engaging in polite conversation.

Significant Themes

• Power Dynamics: The Divine Continent's society is heavily influenced by cultivators, with researchers holding significant power. This is reflected in Su Junyu's ability to arrange Zhao Qingtan's lectures.
• Communication and Understanding: The difficulty in communicating complex ideas, as seen in the struggle to explain 'Mirage' to Zhao Qingtan, highlights the importance of clear and effective communication.
• Respect and Hierarchy: The interactions between Zhao Qingtan, Feng Pan, and Feng Pan's aunt illustrate the importance of respect and hierarchy in their society, with Zhao Qingtan's status as a Void Refinement cultivator commanding deference.

Character Interactions

• Zhao Qingtan and Feng Pan: Feng Pan is eager to please Zhao Qingtan but struggles with his aunt's behavior, leading to a tense dynamic between them.
• Feng Pan and his aunt: Their interaction is marked by Feng Pan's frustration and his aunt's indifference, highlighting their differing views on the situation and the importance of Zhao Qingtan's presence.
• Zhao Qingtan and Feng Pan's aunt: Their interaction is minimal but tense, with Feng Pan's aunt showing little respect for Zhao Qingtan's status.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhao Qingtan, despite trusting Su Junyu, allows Feng Pan to present a pre-prepared script to defend against potential accusations from Wang Qi.
• Wang Qi's past lecture on Mathematics is used as the basis for Zhao Qingtan's public lecture.
• Zhao Qingtan's lecture is recorded and broadcasted via the Heart Illusion Mirage, gaining significant popularity.

Character Developments

• Zhao Qingtan: Shows confidence in his knowledge and teaching abilities, successfully delivering a lecture that resonates with the audience.
• Feng Pan: Remains cautious and careful, presenting a script to protect the Ji Sect and Zhao Qingtan.
• Wang Qi: Though not present, his influence is felt through his past lecture, which serves as the foundation for Zhao Qingtan's teaching.
• Lu Xiaoqian: Secretly watches Zhao Qingtan's lectures to improve her Mathematics skills, acknowledging their value despite finding them too shallow for her current level.

Significant Themes

• The importance of fostering interest in learning Mathematics, especially for beginners.
• The influence of a teacher's reputation and past teachings on current students.
• The value of understanding the history and philosophy behind Mathematics.

Character Interactions

• Zhao Qingtan and Feng Pan: They work together to present a strong defense against potential accusations, with Feng Pan providing a script and Zhao Qingtan delivering a successful lecture.
• Zhao Qingtan and the audience: Zhao Qingtan's lecture resonates with the audience, particularly young students, demonstrating his effectiveness as a teacher.
• Lu Xiaoqian and Zhao Qingtan (through his lectures): Lu Xiaoqian acknowledges the value of Zhao Qingtan's teachings, secretly watching his lectures to improve her Mathematics skills.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhao Qingtan shares insights about Ji Sect's philosophy and the struggle for dominance in mathematical foundations.
• Lu Xiaoqian struggles to understand and apply Wang Qi's mathematical system to the True Flame God Cultivation Technique.
• Lu Xiaoqian encounters a contradiction between her mathematical findings and Wang Qi's empirical evidence regarding the True Flame God Cultivation Technique.
• Lu Xiaoqian seeks help from other survivors of the underground calamity in a private illusion realm.
• Xiang Qi shares a message about a potential exchange opportunity with the Fire Folk.

Character Developments

• Lu Xiaoqian: Struggles with understanding complex mathematical principles and seeks help from others.
• Xiang Qi: Frustrated with his lack of progress in reaching the Primordial Spirit stage, he decides to go into seclusion.

Significant Themes

• The struggle to understand and apply complex mathematical principles.
• The tension between theoretical knowledge and empirical evidence.
• The search for personal growth and improvement (seen in Lu Xiaoqian's struggle and Xiang Qi's decision to seclude himself).

Character Interactions

• Lu Xiaoqian and Zhao Qingtan: Zhao shares valuable insights with Lu Xiaoqian, who finds them helpful despite being a beginner in mathematics.
• Lu Xiaoqian and Xiang Qi: Lu Xiaoqian seeks Xiang Qi's help in understanding a message he posted, showing a sense of camaraderie among the survivors of the underground calamity.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Dragon Clan offers an opportunity to communicate with the Fire Folk (plasma life forms).
• Lu Xiaoqian applies for this opportunity, aiming to study the Fire Folk's special perceptual abilities mentioned in Wang Qi's paper.
• Lu Xiaoqian's application is approved, and she travels to the moon with three Conquest Envoys using a Star Shuttle artifact.

Character Developments

• Lu Xiaoqian demonstrates her curiosity and determination to pursue her research interests.
• Feng Luoyi, the Dragon Emperor, shows concern about the implications of Lu Xiaoqian's application and the Dragon Clan's prophecies.

Significant Themes

• Curiosity and Knowledge Pursuit: Lu Xiaoqian's application highlights the Modern Dharma Cultivators' driving force of curiosity and their desire to explore the universe.
• Foresight and Destiny: The Dragon Clan's prophecies raise questions about the nature of space-time, causality, and the role of information in the universe.

Character Interactions

• Lu Xiaoqian interacts with Zhu Jiamei, Xiang Qi, and the three Conquest Envoys, showcasing her determination and inquisitive nature.
• Feng Luoyi's thoughts reveal his concern about the potential consequences of Lu Xiaoqian's application and the Dragon Clan's prophecies.