Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• The chapter announces a Qixi Festival event where readers can donate Qidian Coins to unlock bonus chapters, capped at 20 chapters.
• The author encourages readers to donate a small amount to reach the cap quickly and expresses hope for a generous donor.

Character Developments

• No character developments in this chapter as it's an author's note.

Significant Themes

• Gratitude: The author expresses gratitude towards readers for their support.
• Incentives: The chapter introduces an incentive for readers to continue supporting the novel.

Character Interactions

• No character interactions in this chapter as it's an author's note.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ye Chen bids farewell to Tang Bo and Tang Guo, agreeing to meet up later in Hunter Town.
• Tang Bo worries about Ye Chen's obsession with revenge against the Abyss.
• Tang Guo expresses her desire to join Hunter Academy and become an Auling Hunter like Ye Chen.
• In the Forbidden Divine Chamber, the Pope, Knight Commander, and Hunter Corps Commander gather to communicate with the Holy God, Angrinonde.

Character Developments

• Ye Chen: Stands firm in his resolve to seek revenge against the Abyss, despite understanding the difficulties.
• Tang Bo: Shows concern for Ye Chen's future and well-being.
• Tang Guo: Expresses her ambition to become an Auling Hunter, inspired by Ye Chen.
• Pope Yosewei: Successfully establishes contact with the Holy God, Angrinonde, and acts as a vessel for His divine presence.

Significant Themes

• Ambition and determination (Ye Chen, Tang Guo)
• Worry and concern (Tang Bo)
• Divine power and its consequences (Angrinonde's descent)

Character Interactions

• Ye Chen and Tang Bo: Share a friendly farewell, with Tang Bo expressing his worry about Ye Chen's future.
• Ye Chen and Tang Guo: Bid each other farewell, with Tang Guo showing admiration for Ye Chen.
• Pope Yosewei, Knight Commander Yamentin, and Hunter Corps Commander Kuize: Gather in the Forbidden Divine Chamber to communicate with the Holy God, showing respect and devotion.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The author expresses gratitude to patrons "Reinn" and "Silent Hill of Light Island" for their rewards.
• The author thanks other readers for their support and encouragement.
• The cumulative total for bonus chapters reaches seven, with the number of additional chapters to be announced on the 31st.

Character Developments

• None (The author is the focus here, not fictional characters)

Significant Themes

• Gratitude and appreciation for supporters
• Building a community around the story
• Transparency in communication with readers

Character Interactions

• None (The author is addressing the readers directly, not engaging in character interactions)

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Pope, Yosewei, enters a state of divine possession, communicating the Ancient God of Holy Light's will.
• The god reveals that the Holy Light Pure Land faces an unprecedented calamity and needs to prepare for an impending war.
• The god issues orders to Kuize and Yamentin: Yamentin is to strengthen the military and knightly order, while Kuize is to prevent the Abyss's scheme by stopping the Butcher and the Clown.
• The god plans to track the captured Hunters' auras through their Noble Binding Tattoos to locate the Butcher and the Clown.
• After the divine possession, Yosewei collapses, weakened by the experience.

Character Developments

• Kuize and Yamentin display their strength and commitment to their roles as leaders, accepting the god's orders without hesitation.
• Yosewei shows his dedication to the Holy Light Pure Land, willing to sacrifice his health for its protection.
• The god demonstrates His concern for His creations and desire to protect them.

Significant Themes

• Divine Intervention: The god's involvement in human affairs, both guiding and limiting them.
• Sacrifice: Characters willing to give up their own well-being for the greater good.
• Preparation and Readiness: The importance of being prepared for potential threats and challenges.

Character Interactions

• Kuize and Yamentin: They show unity and respect for each other, working together to protect the Holy Light Pure Land.
• Yosewei and the God: The Pope serves as a vessel for the god, demonstrating their unique connection.
• Kuize and Yosewei: Kuize shows concern for Yosewei's well-being after the divine possession, highlighting their bond.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Pope Yosewei, on his deathbed, urges Kuize and Yamentin to unite and stop the Butcher, the Clown, and the Abyss's conspiracy.
• Three months later, an airship called "Happiness Pier" docks at Hunter Town's Sky Harbor, ready to take hunters on a recreational tour.
• Ye Chen and his team are among the selected hunters for the tour, along with other outstanding young hunters from Class 2020.

Character Developments

• Pope Yosewei shows his concern for humanity's survival and unity in the face of an impending disaster.
• Kuize and Yamentin put aside their old grudges and agree to work together to protect the Holy Light Pure Land.
• Ye Chen and his team have grown significantly in strength and reputation, earning the Hunter Corps' attention and special treatment.

Significant Themes

• Unity and Cooperation: Yosewei emphasizes the importance of unity to face the looming disaster, and Kuize and Yamentin set aside their differences to work together.
• Growth and Strength: Ye Chen and his team have grown significantly in strength and recognition, highlighting their potential as the next generation of hunters.

Character Interactions

• Yosewei, Kuize, and Yamentin: The Pope's dying wish leads to a truce between the old knight and old hunter, who agree to protect the Holy Light Pure Land together.
• Ye Chen and his team: The group is seen together, awaiting their airship tour, showcasing their camaraderie and shared experiences.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The group arrives at Happiness Pier and boards the airship.
• They enter a grand, multi-tiered hall filled with nobles and wealthy patrons.
• The tour guide, Ning Wei, gives a welcoming speech praising the hunters and the Church.
• The tour itinerary is announced, with stops at five cities over one month.

Character Developments

• Ye Chen feels uncomfortable with the attention on him.
• Weimeng enjoys the admiration and respect shown to the hunters.
• Xiya remains indifferent to the spectacle.
• Firona excitedly greets her parents among the nobles.
• Oko engages Ye Chen in conversation about the nobles' intentions.

Significant Themes

• Status and power dynamics between hunters and nobles.
• The Church's influence and control over society.
• The allure of luxury and indulgence.

Character Interactions

• Weimeng seeks Erigat's opinion on the nobles' intentions.
• Oko tries to engage Ye Chen in conversation.
• Firona greets her parents among the nobles.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Auling Hunter Corps arranges a luxurious airship voyage for its active hunters to relieve stress and boost morale amidst turbulent times.
• Ye Chen, an Auling Hunter, explores his suite on the airship, the Happiness Pier, and discovers a guidebook and a formal outfit provided by the organizers.
• The Corps' strategy is to win over the hunters' hearts by providing them with comfort and the opportunity to mingle with nobles, ensuring their loyalty and hard work in the future.
• Oko, a fellow hunter, visits Ye Chen's suite, expressing her boredom and desire to spend time with him.

Character Developments

• Ye Chen: Recognizes the Corps' strategy and praises their management, showing understanding and appreciation for their efforts. He also displays discomfort with Oko's familiarity, hinting at his reserved nature.
• Oko: Shows initiative and boldness in seeking out Ye Chen's company, displaying a carefree and confident personality.

Significant Themes

• Stress relief and morale boosting for active hunters.
• The Corps' management strategy to secure hunters' loyalty and hard work.
• The contrast between the hunters' current pressure and the luxurious voyage.

Character Interactions

• Ye Chen and Oko: Oko visits Ye Chen's suite, showing familiarity and seeking his company. Ye Chen, while surprised, is uncomfortable with her boldness but does not reject her outright.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Oko and Ye Chen board the airship to the Happiness Pier.
• The airship takes off, and Oko is excited to see the world from above for the first time.
• Ye Chen shares details about the Sky Train's speed and his encounter with the Mad Clowns.
• Ye Chen asks Oko to leave his room, ending their conversation abruptly.

Character Developments

• Oko shows excitement and curiosity about flying in an airship.
• Ye Chen feels conflicted and helpless around Oko, struggling to maintain his composure.
• Ye Chen has a brief moment of weakness, considering a forbidden thought, but quickly regains his resolve.

Significant Themes

• Pheromones: The influence of pheromones on Ye Chen's behavior and emotions is evident, causing him to act out of character.
• Trust and boundaries: Ye Chen struggles with his growing feelings for Oko and his desire to maintain his independence and self-control.

Character Interactions

• Oko and Ye Chen have a tense interaction, with Oko teasing Ye Chen about his scar and Ye Chen eventually asking her to leave.
• Their conversation reveals Ye Chen's past encounter with the Mad Clowns and his experience with the Sky Train.

Key Plot Points and Events

+ Ye Chen wakes up on the airship, the Happiness Pier, after a long sleep.
+ He is invited to the first dinner banquet in the airship's reception hall.
+ The banquet is attended by active Hunters and nobles who sponsored the voyage.
+ Weimeng, an Auling Hunter, behaves crudely and attracts unwanted attention from nobles.
+ Ye Chen, despite trying to keep a low profile, is surrounded by nobles who want to befriend him.

Character Developments

+ Ye Chen is uncomfortable with the attention he receives from nobles.
+ Weimeng shows his impulsive and crude nature, contrasting with Ye Chen's reserved demeanor.

Significant Themes

+ The contrast between Ye Chen's preference for a low profile and the nobles' desire to befriend him highlights the disparity between their social circles and expectations.
+ Weimeng's behavior showcases the lack of refinement and self-control among some Hunters, contrasting with the nobles' calculated politeness.

Character Interactions

+ Ye Chen and Weimeng have different reactions to the nobles' attention, with Ye Chen trying to avoid it and Weimeng being taken aback by it.
+ The nobles' behavior towards Weimeng and Ye Chen reveals their desire to curry favor with powerful individuals, as well as their willingness to overlook rude behavior in exchange for potential benefits.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ye Chen and Weimeng reunite at the banquet and catch up.
• Weimeng expresses gratitude to Ye Chen for saving Xiya.
• Ye Chen and Weimeng confirm their friendship and look out for each other.
• Oko's absence is noted, and Ye Chen seems uncomfortable discussing her.
• Piano and dance performances entertain the guests.

Character Developments

• Weimeng shows vulnerability and gratitude, appreciating Ye Chen's help.
• Ye Chen remains reserved but acknowledges their friendship.
• Oko's absence hints at potential tension or unresolved issues with Ye Chen.

Significant Themes

• Friendship and loyalty (Ye Chen and Weimeng's bond).
• Gratitude and repayment (Weimeng's feelings towards Ye Chen).
• Unresolved feelings or tension (Ye Chen's reaction to Oko's absence).

Character Interactions

• Ye Chen and Weimeng's reunion is filled with camaraderie and mutual respect.
• Weimeng expresses gratitude to Ye Chen for saving Xiya.
• Ye Chen and Weimeng confirm their friendship and look out for each other.
• Ye Chen seems uncomfortable discussing Oko with Weimeng.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The airship tour begins with a lavish banquet and performances.
• Ye Chen hears an infant crying in his mind, leading him to abruptly search for the source.
• He mistakenly accosts a noblewoman, thinking she has an infant, causing a scene.

Character Developments

• Ye Chen: Becomes more versed in human customs but remains on guard. Struggles with the mysterious crying sound.
• Weimeng: Shows concern for Ye Chen's well-being and helps him out of a potentially dangerous situation.

Significant Themes

• The contrast between the luxurious lifestyle of the wealthy and the harsh reality of Hunters.
• The mysterious crying sound that only Ye Chen hears, hinting at an unknown threat or connection.

Character Interactions

• Ye Chen and Weimeng: Ye Chen's strange behavior worries Weimeng, who tries to understand and help his friend.
• Ye Chen and the noblewoman: Ye Chen mistakenly thinks she has an infant, causing her distress and drawing unwanted attention.

Key Plot Points and Events

• All Hunters on the airship tour underwent mental health evaluations; Ye Chen passed, indicating no psychological issues.
• Ye Chen experiences auditory hallucinations (crying) from his Fourth Nightmare Realm, which occurs during the banquet.
• Weimeng confronts Ye Chen about his strange behavior, and Ye Chen explains the source of the hallucinations.
• The banquet concludes with a classic waltz dance social among Hunters and nobles, fostering potential romantic connections.

Character Developments

• Ye Chen: Struggles with lingering effects of his Fourth Nightmare Realm, experiences auditory hallucinations, and acts impulsively by drawing his weapon.
• Weimeng: Shows concern and understanding towards Ye Chen's situation, encourages him to enjoy the banquet, and advises him not to act impulsively.

Significant Themes

• Mental Health: The importance of psychological evaluation and understanding one's mental state, as seen through Ye Chen's hallucinations and Weimeng's concern.
• Diplomacy and Social Interaction: The dance social serves as a platform for Hunters and nobles to connect, fostering potential relationships and alliances.

Character Interactions

• Ye Chen and Weimeng: Weimeng shows concern and understanding towards Ye Chen's unusual behavior, offering support and advice. They share a moment of camaraderie and understanding.
• Hunters and Nobles: The dance social encourages interaction and potential romantic connections between Hunters and nobles, highlighting the power of pheromones in drawing them together.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ye Chen and Weimeng attend a Hunter Corps banquet.
• Multiple women approach them for a dance, but they politely decline, waiting for their respective partners.
• Oko, the Pink-Haired Hunter, appears stunningly dressed and asks Ye Chen to dance.

Character Developments

• Ye Chen is visibly affected by Oko's beauty and struggles to maintain his composure.
• Oko shows a more feminine and alluring side, using her beauty to captivate the room.

Significant Themes

• Beauty and its power to captivate and influence others.
• The impact of first impressions and appearances.

Character Interactions

• Ye Chen and Weimeng bond over their shared desire to dance with their partners.
• Oko's entrance steals the show, drawing everyone's attention and leaving Ye Chen speechless.
• Oko formally invites Ye Chen to dance, showing confidence and poise.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ye Chen is invited to dance by Oko, but he hesitates due to his lack of experience.
• Weimeng encourages Ye Chen to accept, while three young noblemen from the Kubepi Family interrupt, trying to dance with Oko instead.
• Ye Chen slaps down the eldest brother's arm when he tries to forcefully embrace Oko, drawing a clear boundary.
• The Kubepi brothers apologize and leave after realizing Ye Chen is an Auling Hunter.
• Oko takes Ye Chen's hand and leads him to the dance floor, with Weimeng's approval.

Character Developments

• Ye Chen: Struggles with his hesitation and discomfort in social situations, particularly with women, but shows protective instincts towards Oko.
• Oko: Confident and assertive, she takes the lead in inviting Ye Chen to dance and teaching him.
• Weimeng: Mischievous and encouraging, he teases Ye Chen and supports Oko's initiative.
• Kubepi Brothers: Display rude and entitled behavior, but quickly back down when faced with Ye Chen's intervention.

Significant Themes

• Social dynamics and expectations among nobles and hunters.
• Ye Chen's internal struggle with his principles and emotions.
• The power dynamics between hunters and nobles.

Character Interactions

• Ye Chen and Oko: Their interaction is initially awkward due to Ye Chen's inexperience, but Oko takes the lead and guides him.
• Ye Chen and Kubepi Brothers: Ye Chen asserts his boundaries and protects Oko from their rude behavior.
• Weimeng, Ye Chen, and Oko: Weimeng encourages Ye Chen and supports Oko's decision to dance together.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The noble brothers approach Weimeng, seeking his cooperation in exchange for a private meal with their father.
• Weimeng agrees, delighted at the prospect of a free meal and favor.
• The eldest noble brother reveals his admiration for the Auling Hunter Corps, particularly for Oko, expressing his desire to join and meet her.
• Oko teaches Ye Chen to waltz, with Ye Chen showing remarkable aptitude and improvement.

Character Developments

• The eldest noble brother displays his infatuation with Oko and the Auling Hunter Corps, revealing a softer, more emotional side.
• Ye Chen demonstrates his ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations, showing determination and focus.

Significant Themes

• Adaptability and Learning: Ye Chen's rapid improvement in waltzing highlights his ability to adapt and learn new skills quickly.
• Infatuation and Admiration: The eldest noble brother's infatuation with Oko and the Auling Hunter Corps explores the theme of admiration for strength and skill.

Character Interactions

• Weimeng and the Noble Brothers: Weimeng and the noble brothers negotiate a deal, showcasing their political acumen and desire for mutual benefit.
• Oko and Ye Chen: Oko teaches Ye Chen to waltz, displaying patience and encouragement, while Ye Chen shows determination and focus in learning.
• Firona and Weimeng: Firona's appearance and conversation with Weimeng hint at her competitive nature and interest in Oko and Ye Chen's dance.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Firona challenges Oko to a dance-off, using Weimeng and Ye Chen as their respective partners.
• Weimeng's disastrous attempt at dancing leads Firona to ask Erigat to replace him.
• Erigat and Firona dance together, revealing Erigat's hidden dancing skills and provoking Firona to continue the challenge.

Character Developments

• Weimeng: Shows his lack of dancing skills and reluctance to participate in the dance-off.
• Firona: Demonstrates her competitive nature and determination to win, even when faced with unexpected challenges.
• Erigat: Reveals his hidden talent for dancing, showing a different side to his tough exterior.
• Oko: Maintains her composure and focuses on her dance with Ye Chen, ignoring Firona's challenge.

Significant Themes

• Competition and Rivalry: Firona's challenge to Oko highlights the competitive nature of the characters and their desire to prove themselves.
• Hidden Talents: Erigat's unexpected dancing skills emphasize that people are not always as they seem and may have hidden talents.
• Embarrassment and Humor: Weimeng's poor dancing skills provide comic relief and highlight the embarrassment that can come from not being skilled in social situations.

Character Interactions

• Firona and Weimeng: Firona's insistence on making Weimeng her dance partner leads to humorous and awkward interactions.
• Firona and Erigat: Their competitive dance-off reveals their similar personalities and sparks a rivalry between them.
• Oko and Ye Chen: They maintain a calm and focused demeanor throughout the dance-off, ignoring the commotion caused by Firona and Erigat.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The waltz ends, and a lively tango begins, reflecting the growing tension between Firona and Erigat.
• Firona and Erigat engage in an intense tango dance-off, captivating the audience and concluding the first dinner banquet.
• The group moves to the bar for a late-night gathering, where they drink, eat, and chat.

Character Developments

• Ye Chen shows a sense of security and comfort around his companions from the Class of 2020, indicating his trust in them.
• Erigat reveals his past as a gang leader, hinting at a troubled history that led to his current stern demeanor.
• Oko shares that her mother taught her dancing and gardening to improve her temperament, suggesting a nurturing influence in her life.

Significant Themes

• Trust and Security: Ye Chen's comfort around his companions highlights the importance of trust and security in their relationships.
• Past Influences: The revelation of Erigat's and Oko's pasts shows how their upbringing and experiences have shaped them into who they are now.

Character Interactions

• Weimeng and Erigat: Weimeng is surprised by Erigat's past, leading to an awkward conversation about his history.
• Firona and Oko: Firona learns about Oko's upbringing and expresses curiosity about her mother's influence.
• Xiya and Ye Chen: Xiya shows concern for Ye Chen's injured eye and hand, demonstrating her care for him.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ye Chen and Xiya have a conversation about Senior Amanluo's condition and future plans.
• Oko suggests a toast to Dodila, the Smoke Cloud Hunter, for the valuable lesson he taught them.
• Firona proposes a toast to Mr. Kangu, the Doll Hunter, for his selfless sacrifice.
• Weimeng leads a toast to Ye Chen, Xiya, and the team's survival.
• Oko accidentally spills a drink, and it's revealed she's drunk.

Character Developments

• Ye Chen shows concern and care for his team members' well-being, particularly Senior Amanluo.
• Oko displays a unique perspective on appreciating even their enemies' contributions to their growth.
• Firona shows gratitude and respect for those who have helped them.
• Weimeng demonstrates his enthusiasm and optimism for their future.
• Oko's alcohol tolerance is revealed to be low, leading to her drunken state.

Significant Themes

• Gratitude and respect for those who have helped or taught them, even if they were once enemies.
• Appreciation for the lessons learned from challenging experiences.
• Celebration of survival and the future.

Character Interactions

• Ye Chen and Xiya have a private conversation about Senior Amanluo.
• Oko, Ye Chen, and Weimeng share a toast to Dodila, the Smoke Cloud Hunter.
• Firona, Ye Chen, and Erigat share a toast to Mr. Kangu, the Doll Hunter.
• Weimeng leads a group toast to Ye Chen, Xiya, and the team's survival.
• Oko's drunken state leads to an awkward moment, with Ye Chen catching her and asking Xiya or Firona to take her back to her room.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xiya and Firona, under the influence of alcohol, refuse to help Ye Chen take Oko back to her room.
• Ye Chen reluctantly takes Oko back to her room, where he finds her suite filled with flowers and a peculiar fragrance.
• Oko, seemingly drunk, exposes her skin and asks Ye Chen to stay with her.

Character Developments

• Oko: Shows a more vulnerable and flirtatious side, possibly testing Ye Chen's resolve.
• Ye Chen: Struggles with his self-control and principles around Oko, showing signs of attraction to her.

Significant Themes

• Temptation and self-control: Ye Chen's internal struggle highlights the theme of resisting temptation and maintaining self-control.
• Alcohol's influence: The characters' behavior under the influence of alcohol reveals their true feelings and desires.

Character Interactions

• Oko and Ye Chen: Their interaction in Oko's room is filled with tension and unspoken feelings, with Oko possibly trying to seduce Ye Chen.
• Xiya, Firona, Weimeng, and Erigat: They encourage Ye Chen to take Oko back to her room, hinting at their approval of a relationship between the two.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Oko confesses her feelings to Ye Chen, revealing she likes him and wants to be with him.
• Ye Chen expresses his dedication to exterminating the Abyss and his inability to have attachments due to the dangerous nature of his mission.
• Oko laughs at Ye Chen's response, revealing she's also aware of the risks and is willing to accept them.

Character Developments

• Ye Chen: Struggles with expressing his true feelings and maintaining his dedication to his mission. He's honest and upfront about his inability to have attachments.
• Oko: Shows her affectionate and determined side. She's open about her feelings and willing to accept the risks that come with being with Ye Chen.

Significant Themes

• Duty vs. Personal Feelings: Ye Chen grapples with his duty to exterminate the Abyss and his growing feelings for Oko.
• Risk and Acceptance: Both characters are aware of the risks involved in their line of work and are willing to accept them.

Character Interactions

• Ye Chen and Oko: Their interaction is intense and honest. Oko confesses her feelings, and Ye Chen struggles to express his. Despite his initial resistance, Ye Chen is moved by Oko's determination and acceptance of the risks.