Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Zhao reveals his exceptional academic performance to Little Bamboo Shoot, showing her his exam results.
• Little Bamboo Shoot reveals she's a student at Lop Nur University, studying the Influencer Streaming Major.
• Chen Zhao expresses his desire to attend Lop Nur University, but for academic research, not the Influencer Streaming Major.

Character Developments

• Chen Zhao: Shows off his academic prowess, expresses shock and disbelief at Lop Nur University's unique majors, and maintains his goal of attending for academic research.
• Little Bamboo Shoot: Reveals her background as a Lop Nur University student, shares details about the university's diverse and sometimes unusual majors, and demonstrates her nervousness during intense gaming moments.

Significant Themes

• Academic Pursuits vs. Popular Culture: Chen Zhao's focus on academic excellence contrasts with Little Bamboo Shoot's major in influencer streaming, highlighting the tension between intellectual pursuits and popular culture.
• Unexpected Re reveal: The revelation that Little Bamboo Shoot is a Lop Nur University student subverts Chen Zhao's expectations and adds a layer of complexity to their relationship.
• Unconventional Education: Lop Nur University's unique majors and admission criteria challenge traditional notions of higher education.

Character Interactions

• Chen Zhao and Little Bamboo Shoot engage in a conversation that reveals their backgrounds and aspirations, leading to a deeper understanding of each other.
• Their interaction during a game of PUBG demonstrates their teamwork and shared tension during intense gaming moments.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Zhao and Little Bamboo Shoot are in the final circle of a PUBG match, with only five players remaining.
• Chen Zhao strategizes about the remaining enemies, trying to determine if they're on the same team.
• They spot two enemies together on a hillside, confirming they're on the same team, but the third enemy's location is unknown.
• The circle shrinks, and Chen Zhao leads Little Bamboo Shoot through the brush to enter the final circle.
• The last enemy, a powerful player with an Explosion-Proof Suit, a Rocket Launcher, and an AWM, is eliminated by Chen Zhao using a Bizon SMG.
• Chen Zhao and Little Bamboo Shoot win the Chicken Dinner and celebrate with pizza.

Character Developments

• Chen Zhao demonstrates strategic thinking, patience, and excellent marksmanship, securing their victory.
• Little Bamboo Shoot follows Chen Zhao's instructions and shows improvement in her gaming skills.

Significant Themes

• Strategy and patience in gaming and life.
• Teamwork and communication in competitive situations.
• The balance between gaming and other responsibilities (school, writing a novel).

Character Interactions

• Chen Zhao and Little Bamboo Shoot work together as a team, with Chen Zhao making strategic decisions and Little Bamboo Shoot following his lead.
• After winning, they celebrate together, eat pizza, and discuss their respective activities (Chen Zhao's novel writing and Little Bamboo Shoot's streaming schedule).

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Zhao discovers his novel, My Portrait on the Dollar Bill, has been knocked down to second place on the New Book Rankings by Battle Qi Cannon God.
• He meets Little Bamboo Shoot, a senior from Lop Nur University, who encourages him to keep writing to regain the top spot.
• Chen Zhao contacts his editor, Axe, who advises him to post more chapters to reclaim the top spot, which he does successfully.

Character Developments

• Chen Zhao shows determination to maintain his position on the New Book Rankings.
• Little Bamboo Shoot demonstrates support and encouragement for Chen Zhao's writing.

Significant Themes

• Competition and determination in the face of challenges.
• The importance of perseverance and hard work in achieving success.

Character Interactions

• Chen Zhao and Little Bamboo Shoot have a friendly and supportive interaction.
• Chen Zhao and his editor, Axe, discuss strategies to regain the top spot on the New Book Rankings.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Zhao's unprecedentedly fast update speed (4-20 times other authors) shocks the web novel community.
• Battle Qi Cannon God, initially knocked off the top spot by Chen Zhao, attempts to reclaim it by increasing his update speed.
• Cannon God struggles to match Chen Zhao's pace, managing only half the chapters in a day, while Chen Zhao updates three chapters daily.

Character Developments

• Chen Zhao demonstrates exceptional productivity and dedication to his craft.
• Cannon God reveals his competitive nature and struggles with maintaining a high update speed.

Significant Themes

• The importance of consistent and high-quality updates in web novel rankings.
• The pressure and competition among web novel authors.

Character Interactions

• Chen Zhao and Cannon God are in a silent competition for the top spot, with Chen Zhao maintaining his lead despite Cannon God's efforts.
• Chen Zhao's editor encourages him to update more to maintain his ranking, while Cannon God's editor advises him to increase his update speed.
• Authors in the group chat praise Cannon God's return to the top spot, while Chen Zhao focuses on playing PUBG with Little Bamboo Shoot, showing his relaxed attitude towards competition.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Zhao, to maintain the top spot, publishes five chapters at once.
• Cannon God, in response, updates two chapters in the middle of the night.
• Chen Zhao updates five chapters the next morning, reclaiming the top spot.

Character Developments

• Chen Zhao shows determination and strategic thinking in maintaining his book's ranking.
• Cannon God demonstrates competitiveness and a strong work ethic, updating chapters in the middle of the night.

Significant Themes

• Competition and determination in achieving success (in this case, maintaining the top spot on the rankings).
• The importance of strategic planning and execution (Chen Zhao's decision to update multiple chapters at once).

Character Interactions

• Chen Zhao and Cannon God engage in a silent, competitive battle through their writing updates.
• Axe, Chen Zhao's editor, encourages him to update more chapters to maintain the top spot.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Zhao's novel, "My Portrait on the Dollar Bill," maintains its top spot on the new book rankings.
• Battle Qi Cannon God, another author, attempts to challenge Chen Zhao's position by writing non-stop but fails.
• Chen Zhao easily outpaces Battle Qi Cannon God in updates, causing the latter's novel to fall further behind.
• In an author group chat, other authors discuss the intense rivalry between Chen Zhao and Battle Qi Cannon God.
• Chen Zhao is unaware of Battle Qi Cannon God's distress and is preparing for the national finals of the Middle School Subject Olympiad.
• The school provides Chen Zhao with a plane ticket for his trip to Beijing for the competition.

Character Developments

• Battle Qi Cannon God: Struggles to keep up with Chen Zhao's update pace, leading to frustration, self-doubt, and a state of listlessness.
• Chen Zhao: Maintains his top position, remains focused on his goals, and is oblivious to Battle Qi Cannon God's struggles.

Significant Themes

• Competition and Rivalry: The intense competition between Chen Zhao and Battle Qi Cannon God highlights the cutthroat nature of their industry.
• Perseverance vs. Overwhelming Odds: Battle Qi Cannon God's relentless efforts to catch up to Chen Zhao contrast with the latter's seemingly effortless dominance.
• New vs. Established: The struggle between a newcomer (Chen Zhao) and a veteran (Battle Qi Cannon God) raises questions about the value of experience and the potential of new talent.

Character Interactions

• Chen Zhao vs. Battle Qi Cannon God: The two authors' novels are in direct competition, with Chen Zhao consistently outpacing Battle Qi Cannon God.
• Chen Zhao and the Dean: The dean provides Chen Zhao with a plane ticket and details about his trip to Beijing for the competition, showing support and guidance.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Zhao completes his review and decides to focus on writing his novel until the competition.
• He meets his landlady, Deng Zixin, who blesses him for his exam.
• At the school gate, Chen Zhao meets Zhao Xiaobai, and they wait together for the driver.
• They encounter two other students, also participating in the math competition, who claim they have reserved the first prize for themselves.

Character Developments

• Chen Zhao shows maturity and dedication to his novel writing while maintaining his academic responsibilities.
• Zhao Xiaobai expresses self-doubt about her chances in the competition.
• The two new characters, the dark-skinned young man and his companion, reveal their arrogance and overconfidence.

Significant Themes

• Confidence and self-belief (Chen Zhao, Zhao Xiaobai, and the two new characters)
• Competition and rivalry
• The impact of past achievements on future expectations

Character Interactions

• Chen Zhao and Deng Zixin: A friendly and respectful landlord-tenant relationship.
• Chen Zhao and Zhao Xiaobai: Comfortable and supportive friendship.
• Chen Zhao and the two new characters: Initial polite interaction turns tense due to the latter's arrogance.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Zhao and Zhao Xiaobai encounter two arrogant students, Kang Hang and Shi Hui, who claim they will win the first prize in the upcoming competition.
• Chen Zhao and Zhao Xiaobai discover that Kang Hang and Shi Hui are indeed last year's national first-prize winners in mathematics.
• On the plane, Kang Hang and Shi Hui discuss their plans after winning the prize, insulting Chen Zhao and Zhao Xiaobai in the process.
• Chen Zhao and Zhao Xiaobai engage in a written exchange with Kang Hang and Shi Hui, with Chen Zhao declaring his intention to win the first prize.
• Chen Zhao and Zhao Xiaobai are greeted at the airport by their chaperone.

Character Developments

• Chen Zhao becomes determined to win the first prize after being provoked by Kang Hang and Shi Hui.
• Zhao Xiaobai admires Chen Zhao's resolve and confidence.

Significant Themes

• Arrogance and humility: Kang Hang and Shi Hui's arrogance contrasts with Chen Zhao's humble approach.
• Competition and determination: The competition sparks Chen Zhao's determination to prove himself.

Character Interactions

• Chen Zhao and Zhao Xiaobai: They support each other and share their determination to do well in the competition.
• Chen Zhao and Kang Hang/Shi Hui: Their interactions are marked by tension and provocation, with Chen Zhao determined to outdo them.
• Zhao Xiaobai and the chaperone: They meet for the first time at the airport, with the chaperone responsible for taking care of them during their stay.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Zhao and Zhao Xiaobai check into a hotel for the upcoming exams.
• Chen Zhao uses the System to boost his IQ to 500 for two days, costing 200,000 yuan.
• He solves all the difficult problems in his notebook, which he couldn't do before.

Character Developments

• Chen Zhao: Shows determination to win the first prize in math, uses the System to boost his IQ, and becomes more confident in solving complex problems.
• Zhao Xiaobai: Initially misunderstands Chen Zhao's intentions, but later accepts his help in solving difficult problems.

Significant Themes

• The power of intelligence and its impact on one's capabilities.
• The cost of ambition and the consequences of one's actions.
• The importance of determination and hard work in achieving goals.

Character Interactions

• Chen Zhao and Zhao Xiaobai: Despite their initial misunderstandings, they develop a cooperative relationship, with Chen Zhao helping Zhao Xiaobai understand complex problems.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Zhao and Zhao Xiaobai part ways after breakfast, heading to their respective exam rooms.
• Chen Zhao encounters other examinees who express their lack of preparation and low expectations for the exam.
• Chen Zhao enters exam room 0013, finds his seat, and begins the exam with Chinese as the first subject.
• Chen Zhao sees the essay prompt and decides to use a well-known article from his past life to write his essay, boosting his confidence.

Character Developments

• Chen Zhao demonstrates his photographic memory and quick thinking, tackling the exam questions with ease.
• Zhao Xiaobai is nervous but rests well the night before, showing she takes the exam seriously.
• Other examinees reveal their lack of preparation and low expectations, indicating their relaxed or defeatist attitudes.

Significant Themes

• Preparation and Confidence: Chen Zhao's thorough preparation and confidence in his abilities contrast with other examinees' lack of preparation and low expectations.
• Honesty and Deception: The conversation among top students reveals their tendency to downplay their abilities, suggesting a theme of honesty versus deception in high-stakes situations.

Character Interactions

• Chen Zhao encourages Zhao Xiaobai, showing concern and support for her.
• Chen Zhao interacts with other examinees, listening to their conversations and forming opinions about their likely scores based on their words.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Zhao completes multiple-choice, fill-in-the-blank, and short-answer questions in the math test within fifty minutes.
• He decides to spend the remaining time writing an essay with care.
• Chen Zhao writes "Young China Speaks," a famous essay from his previous life, captivating the proctors with its quality and structure.
• Both proctors are impressed and predict Chen Zhao will win an award.

Character Developments

• Chen Zhao demonstrates his exceptional writing skills and confidence in his abilities.
• The proctors show appreciation for excellent writing and recognize Chen Zhao's talent.

Significant Themes

• Talent and intelligence: Chen Zhao's high IQ and literary prowess are showcased.
• Recognition and validation: The proctors acknowledge Chen Zhao's exceptional work.

Character Interactions

• Chen Zhao interacts briefly with Zhao Xiaobai, expressing confidence in his performance.
• The proctors discuss Chen Zhao's essay, praising its quality and predicting awards.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The invigilators notice Chen Zhao's exceptional speed and ease in solving the math problems.
• They find the test paper's questions extremely difficult and can't solve any of them.
• Chen Zhao finishes the entire paper in under two hours and expects to score around ninety points, securing the first-place prize.

Character Developments

• Chen Zhao gains confidence in his abilities after completing the math paper quickly and accurately.
• Zhao Xiaobai shows concern for Chen Zhao's performance but is upset about her own.

Significant Themes

• The theme of exceptional intelligence and ability is highlighted through Chen Zhao's performance in the math exam.
• The theme of competition and comparison is evident in Chen Zhao's interactions with Kang Hang and Shi Hui.

Character Interactions

• Chen Zhao and Zhao Xiaobai support each other, with Zhao Xiaobai showing concern for Chen Zhao's performance and vice versa.
• Chen Zhao and Kang Hang engage in a tense exchange, with Kang Hang attempting to belittle Chen Zhao's performance and Chen Zhao confidently dismissing his claims.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Zhao completes his exams and returns to the hotel.
• He decides to monetize his web novel, 'My Portrait on the Dollar Bill', with ads.
• The first day's ad revenue is crucial for determining the book's quality and potential.

Character Developments

• Chen Zhao shows determination to win the first-place prize in the exams.
• He demonstrates professionalism as a web novel author by maintaining his update streak despite exams.
• Chen Zhao expresses eagerness and nervousness about his book's first-day ad revenue.

Significant Themes

• Ambition and Determination: Chen Zhao's goal to win the first-place prize and his dedication to his web novel career.
• Uncertainty and Anticipation: The uncertainty surrounding the first-day ad revenue and Chen Zhao's nervous anticipation.

Character Interactions

• Chen Zhao interacts with Kang Hang and Shi Hui, who underestimate him.
• He communicates with Editor Axe about monetizing his book and receives a table assessing first-day ad revenue.
• Chen Zhao interacts with Zhao Xiaobai, but their conversation isn't detailed in this chapter.

Chen Zhao is astonished to find his first day's royalties are over 2,600 yuan. Editor Axe adds him to a group chat with other successful authors, "Axe's Signed Big Shot Group," where he is welcomed by famous authors like Yong Tu, Pigeon, and Plum Duck. Chen Zhao learns about the benefits of being in this circle, such as access to useful information and opportunities. He also discovers that his novel, "My Portrait on the Dollar Bill," has gained significant attention among the group members.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Zhao discovers he's famous among web novel authors for his rapid update speed.
• He joins a group chat with industry big shots, where they discuss his writing speed.
• Chen Zhao shares his writing speed and word count, shocking the group.
• He receives friend requests from many big shots and engages in conversations with them.
• Chen Zhao spends the day writing and streaming, preparing for the awards ceremony.

Character Developments

• Chen Zhao: Realizes his fame in the web novel circle, maintains humility and focus on writing.
• Axe (Editor): Shocked by Chen Zhao's writing speed, acknowledges his talent.

Significant Themes

• Speed and efficiency in writing (Chen Zhao's rapid update speed).
• Recognition and fame in the web novel industry.
• The importance of maintaining focus and hard work despite recognition.

Character Interactions

• Chen Zhao interacts with various web novel authors in the group chat, discussing his writing speed and process.
• Chen Zhao and Axe exchange messages about Chen Zhao's writing speed.
• Chen Zhao and Zhao Xiaobai attend the awards ceremony together, sitting near Kang Hang and Shi Hui.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The award ceremony for the national high school exams begins.
• The host announces the winners for the Mathematics category, starting with the third prize.
• Zhao Xiaobai's name is not called for the third prize.
• The host then announces the second-prize winners, including Zhao Xiaobai.

Character Developments

• Zhao Xiaobai: Initially disappointed and upset for not winning the third prize, she becomes shocked and overjoyed upon learning she won the second prize.
• Kang Hang and Shi Hui: Their arrogance is shown as they look down on Chen Zhao and Zhao Xiaobai. They are later humbled when they only win the second prize.

Significant Themes

• The pressure and importance of academic success in Chinese society.
• The emotional rollercoaster of competition and the unexpected nature of results.

Character Interactions

• Chen Zhao comforts Zhao Xiaobai when she doesn't win the third prize, but his words unintentionally make her cry.
• Kang Hang and Shi Hui show disdain towards Chen Zhao and Zhao Xiaobai, but their own performance later puts them in a humbling position.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Zhao is thrilled to hear he got second prize in the math competition, but his excitement fades when he realizes he didn't win any prize in the subsequent third prize announcement.
• The first prize is awarded to twin sisters, Liu Quya and Liu Quxiao, leaving Chen Zhao disheartened.
• The host announces a surprise award, the Perfect Score Champion Award, for scoring 95 points or above.

Character Developments

• Chen Zhao experiences disappointment and frustration after not winning any prize, reminiscent of his pre-system struggles.
• Kang Hang and Shi Hui initially gloat over Chen Zhao's perceived failure but are later shocked and awestruck by the possibility of the Perfect Score Champion Award.

Significant Themes

• Failure and Disappointment: Chen Zhao grapples with the emotional weight of not winning any award, reflecting on his past struggles.
• Perseverance and Resilience: Despite his initial setback, Chen Zhao remains composed, suggesting he's learning to handle disappointment better.
• Unpredictability: The announcement of the Perfect Score Champion Award highlights the unexpected nature of the competition's results.

Character Interactions

• Chen Zhao and Zhao Xiaobai: Zhao Xiaobai consoles Chen Zhao after his disappointment, showing empathy and support.
• Kang Hang and Shi Hui: The duo initially mocks Chen Zhao but later expresses shock and awe at the possibility of the Perfect Score Champion Award, hinting at their respect for academic excellence.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Zhao realizes he might have won the Perfect Score Champion Award for Math after hearing the whispers around him.
• The host announces Chen Zhao as the winner of the Perfect Score Champion Award for Math.
• Chen Zhao receives the award on stage, causing a sensation in the hall due to his unprecedented achievement.
• Chen Zhao also wins the first prize in the Chinese competition, further astonishing the audience.
• Chen Zhao does not participate in the English competition.

Character Developments

• Chen Zhao: Confirms his exceptional intelligence and gains confidence in his abilities.
• Zhao Xiaobai: Shows admiration and curiosity towards Chen Zhao's achievements.
• Kang Hang and Shi Hui: Feel embarrassed and lose face after Chen Zhao's victories, as they had previously disrespected him.

Significant Themes

• Exceptional Intelligence: Chen Zhao's outstanding performance in both Math and Chinese highlights his exceptional intellect.
• Recognition and Respect: Chen Zhao's achievements earn him respect and admiration from his peers.
• Comparison and Self-worth: The students' reactions emphasize the impact of comparing one's abilities to others on self-esteem.

Character Interactions

• Chen Zhao and the audience: The audience reacts with disbelief and awe to Chen Zhao's victories.
• Chen Zhao and Zhao Xiaobai: They interact playfully, with Chen Zhao allowing Zhao Xiaobai to play with his math award trophy.
• Chen Zhao, Kang Hang, and Shi Hui: Their interactions highlight the shift in respect and admiration towards Chen Zhao, causing Kang Hang and Shi Hui to feel embarrassed.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Zhao wins the first prize in Physics, surprising everyone, including Kang Hang and Shi Hui.
• He continues his winning streak, taking the first prize in Chemistry as well.
• Chen Zhao's name is called for the first prize in Biology, further shocking the audience and Kang Hang, who starts crying, followed by Shi Hui.

Character Developments

• Chen Zhao maintains his composure and humility despite his impressive victories.
• Kang Hang and Shi Hui experience a psychological breakdown due to their pride and the repeated shock of Chen Zhao's achievements, leading them to cry uncontrollably.

Significant Themes

• The impact of overwhelming success on those who underestimate it.
• The psychological toll of extreme pride and subsequent humiliation.
• The power dynamics between individuals and their coping mechanisms.

Character Interactions

• Chen Zhao and the host: The host acknowledges Chen Zhao's exceptional performance, and the audience reacts with surprise and admiration.
• Chen Zhao and Kang Hang/Shi Hui: Their interaction is primarily through the latter's emotional reaction to Chen Zhao's wins, culminating in them crying.
• Zhao Xiaobai and Chen Zhao: They discuss the reasons behind Kang Hang and Shi Hui's emotional breakdown.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Zhao wins multiple first-place awards in the competition, including in subjects he hadn't taken.
• At the awards ceremony, students ask Chen Zhao about his study methods, but he only mentions practicing problems.
• Chen Zhao and Zhao Xiaobai return home, and Chen Zhao checks his novel's earnings, finding it has reached nearly 3,000 yuan in a day.
• Zhao Xiaobai discovers Chen Zhao's novel and becomes a fan, asking for a character in the book.
• Chen Zhao returns home and messages his parents, who express pride and concern for his well-being.
• The next day at school, Chen Zhao's classmates and teacher applaud him for his competition wins.

Character Developments

• Chen Zhao: Shows humility in discussing his study methods and maintains a strong work ethic, even losing weight due to his dedication. He also expresses pride in his novel's success.
• Zhao Xiaobai: Becomes a fan of Chen Zhao's novel after reading it and asks for a character in the book.

Significant Themes

• Humility and hard work: Chen Zhao's success is attributed to his dedication and practice, not any special methods or talents.
• Recognition and pride: Chen Zhao's classmates and teacher recognize and celebrate his achievements, while he feels proud of his novel's success.

Character Interactions

• Chen Zhao and Zhao Xiaobai: They discuss Chen Zhao's novel and study methods, leading to Zhao Xiaobai becoming a fan.
• Chen Zhao and his parents: They message each other, with Chen Zhao's parents expressing pride and concern for their son's well-being.
• Chen Zhao and his classmates/teacher: They applaud Chen Zhao for his competition wins, showing recognition and support for his achievements.