Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Yao's son, Li Wei, is found dead along with two others, including a mid-level War God, Kitahara Tsuyoshi.
• The cause of death was a high-speed attack from the front, likely from a War God-level Psychic.
• Vinnie Polaris (Li Yao's wife) offers a 150-billion bounty for the killer's head.

Character Developments

• Li Yao and Vinnie are driven by rage and grief over their son's death, vowing revenge.
• War Gods Wang Tong and Li Kan show pity for the couple's loss but understand the futility of trying to protect Li Wei from a War God-level Psychic's attack.

Significant Themes

• The power and danger of War God-level Psychics.
• The wealth and influence of high-level War Gods and their families, like the HR Alliance.
• The global warrior community's reaction to the high bounty.

Character Interactions

• Li Yao and Vinnie interact with Wang Tong, Li Kan, and the investigation team to determine the cause of their son's death.
• Zhuge Tao, director of Jiangnan Base City's martial arts hall, learns about the bounty and contacts Luo Feng out of concern.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Li's team discovers the high bounty on Jiang Li's head, causing concern among the team members.
• Luo Feng contacts Manager Zhuge, who advises caution in City 003 but doesn't suspect them regarding Li Wei's death.
• Gao Feng suggests making as much money as possible before the situation escalates and hiding in the Limit Martial Arts Hall afterward.
• In the chat group, Uncle Nine seeks help from Jiang Li, who agrees to intervene.

Character Developments

• Jiang Li remains confident in his abilities and shows no fear of the Vulture Couple or their bounty.
• Luo Feng and the Fire Hammer Squad express worry about Jiang Li's situation but also show loyalty and support.
• Uncle Nine faces a powerful enemy in his world and seeks help from the chat group.

Significant Themes

• The theme of power and its consequences, as Jiang Li's strength attracts both admiration and danger.
• The theme of loyalty and camaraderie, as the Fire Hammer Squad stands by Jiang Li despite the risks.
• The theme of interconnectedness, as the chat group members help each other across different worlds.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Li and the Fire Hammer Squad discuss the bounty and potential consequences, with Gao Feng suggesting a plan of action.
• In the chat group, Uncle Nine seeks help from Jiang Li, who agrees to intervene despite not being present.
• The chat group members express concern for Uncle Nine and support for Jiang Li's decision to help.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Li uses a Cross-World Teleport Card to visit Uncle Nine's world, Zombie World.
• He witnesses a Royal Zombie undergoing a lightning tribulation, transforming from Bronze to Silver level and becoming a spirit.
• Jiang Li fights and defeats the Silver Zombie, gaining insights into the life and death cycle.

Character Developments

• Jiang Li demonstrates his powerful Diamond Dragon God Body and his strategic thinking in battle.
• Uncle Nine and his disciples show their martial arts skills and loyalty.

Significant Themes

• Life and death cycle: Jiang Li observes and comprehends the transformation of the Royal Zombie, understanding the intermingling of life and death.
• Power and strength: Jiang Li's Diamond Dragon God Body showcases his immense power, contrasting with the Silver Zombie's strength.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Li interacts with Uncle Nine, Qiusheng, and Wencai, providing guidance and sharing a meal, showing camaraderie and respect for their past relationship.
• Jiang Li faces off against the Silver Zombie, demonstrating his combat prowess and strategic thinking.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Li cultivates the Corpse Emperor Scripture, a technique that allows him to become a zombie after death, retaining his memories and strength.
• He uploads the technique to the chat group for 200,000 points.
• Zombie Taoist returns and shares a memory video of Jiang Li's past life, revealing his handsome and charismatic appearance.

Character Developments

• Jiang Li demonstrates his strategic thinking by cultivating the Corpse Emperor Scripture as a contingency plan.
• Inviting Moon and Huang Rong express interest in Jiang Li, revealing their true appearances and causing a stir in the chat group.

Significant Themes

• Appearance vs. Reality: Jiang Li's past life appearance contrasts with his current, humble appearance in the chat group.
• Power and Attraction: Jiang Li's strength and looks draw the attention and admiration of other group members, particularly Inviting Moon and Huang Rong.
• Contingency Planning: Jiang Li's cultivation of the Corpse Emperor Scripture highlights the importance of preparation and adaptability.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Li interacts with the chat group members, sharing his new technique and learning about their reactions to his past life appearance.
• Inviting Moon and Huang Rong express their interest in Jiang Li, leading to a friendly competition among the group's female members.
• The group members express jealousy and admiration towards Jiang Li's appearance and strength.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Luo Feng decides to stay at Supply Base 1 to train his blade technique.
• Jiang Li purchases the third and fourth layers of Annihilation from Limit Home.
• Li Yao and Venina confirm Jiang Li as the killer of their son and plan to eliminate him and his family.

Character Developments

• Luo Feng shows determination to improve his skills.
• Jiang Li demonstrates responsibility and care for his squad members.
• Li Yao and Venina exhibit their ruthless and vengeful nature.

Significant Themes

• The importance of personal growth and continuous improvement (Luo Feng, Jiang Li).
• The consequences of one's actions and the cycle of violence (Li Yao, Venina).

Character Interactions

• Fire Hammer Squad members express gratitude and admiration for Jiang Li.
• Li Yao and Venina plot against Jiang Li and his family, showing their malicious intent.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Yao and his wife, Vinnie Polaris, learn that Jiang Li is involved with the top brass of the Two Major Martial Arts Halls, making him untouchable.
• Jiang Li kills a group of monsters in City 003 and encounters Luo Feng, who is there to steal an Iron Armor Dragon Egg.
• Jiang Li and Luo Feng decide to work together to steal the Dragon Egg.

Character Developments

• Li Yao becomes increasingly determined to avenge his son, even considering using superweapons.
• Vinnie Polaris shows concern for Li Yao's safety and understands the gravity of the situation with Jiang Li.
• Jiang Li demonstrates his confidence in his domain's power and decides to help Luo Feng steal the Dragon Egg.
• Luo Feng shows his determination to help his crippled brother and accepts Jiang Li's offer to split the earnings from the Dragon Egg.

Significant Themes

• Power and its consequences: Jiang Li's power attracts both admiration and fear, leading to Li Yao's obsession with revenge.
• Family and loyalty: Both Jiang Li and Luo Feng are driven by their desire to protect their families, leading to their decision to work together.
• Risk and reward: Stealing the Dragon Egg is a high-risk, high-reward venture, reflecting the characters' willingness to take risks for their goals.

Character Interactions

• Li Yao and Vinnie Polaris interact, showing their determination and concern for each other.
• Jiang Li and Luo Feng interact, showing their growing bond and mutual respect, leading to their decision to work together.
• Jiang Li and the Black Suit Elder interact, highlighting Jiang Li's untouchable status and the Elder's fear of him.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wang Tong and Li Kan, two War Gods, fight their way through a monster horde to reach the Iron Armor Dragon's lair.
• Jiang Li, a Psychic, suddenly appears and crashes into the Carrefour Supermarket, shocking everyone, including the Iron Armor Dragon.
• Li Yao hires four War Gods to help him kill Jiang Li in the Hanxia Kingdom.
• Venina learns from the Alliance Speaker that they are forbidden from targeting Jiang Li or his family.

Character Developments

• Wang Tong and Li Kan show their skills and determination in fighting the monster horde.
• Jiang Li demonstrates his power as a Psychic, causing a significant impact on the battlefield.
• Li Yao displays his ruthlessness and resourcefulness in hiring War Gods to kill Jiang Li.
• Venina shows her loyalty and concern for Li Yao's safety while also revealing her connection to the Bocainas Family.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and the consequences of defying authority (Alliance Speaker's warning).
• The danger and allure of the Hanxia Kingdom as a forbidden zone.
• The importance of teamwork and strategic planning in battle (Wang Tong and Li Kan's coordinated attack).

Character Interactions

• Wang Tong and Li Kan work together to fight the monster horde, showcasing their teamwork and communication.
• Venina and Li Yao discuss the mission and Venina's concern for Li Yao's safety.
• Venina interacts with the Alliance Speaker, revealing the high-level intervention in the matter involving Jiang Li.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Li, Li Yao, and Venina are in City 003, each with their own agendas.
• Jiang Li enters the Carrefour Supermarket to retrieve the Dragon Egg, killing many monsters and finding valuable weapons and combat suits.
• The Iron Armor Dragon, enraged by the theft of its Dragon Egg, attacks Wang Tong and Li Kan, who were pursuing Jiang Li.

Character Developments

• Jiang Li demonstrates his strength and speed, easily outmatching High-Level War Gods.
• Li Yao becomes determined to kill Jiang Li, seeing him as a threat due to his background.
• Venina is worried about Li Yao's decision to target Jiang Li but ultimately follows his orders.

Significant Themes

• The power of Psychics and their superiority in speed and strength compared to other martial artists.
• The value of treasures and the lengths monsters and martial artists will go to obtain them.
• The consequences of stealing precious items, as seen with the Iron Armor Dragon's wrath.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Li interacts briefly with Wang Tong and Li Kan, but they fail to join forces due to Jiang Li's swift departure.
• Li Yao and Venina discuss their plan to target Jiang Li, showing their determination and the power dynamics between them.
• The Iron Armor Dragon's guardians attack Wang Tong and Li Kan after the Dragon Egg is stolen, showing the monsters' loyalty and the consequences of theft.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Li, Luo Feng, Li Kan, and Wang Tong face the Iron Armor Dragon and a horde of monsters.
• Luo Feng hands over the Dragon Egg to Jiang Li and leaves for the supply base.
• Jiang Li returns to the Carrefour Supermarket, retrieves the Iron Armor Dragon's treasures, and encounters Vulture Li Yao and his team.
• Jiang Li joins forces with Li Kan and Wang Tong to battle the Iron Armor Dragon.

Character Developments

• Jiang Li demonstrates his strength and skill as a Psychic, impressing Li Kan and Wang Tong.
• Luo Feng shows concern for Jiang Li's safety and willingness to help.
• Li Kan and Wang Tong display their combat abilities and teamwork.

Significant Themes

• Teamwork and cooperation in battle.
• The power and danger of high-level monsters.
• The value of Psychics in combat.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Li and Luo Feng: Jiang Li entrusts the Dragon Egg to Luo Feng for safekeeping.
• Jiang Li and Li Kan/Wang Tong: They form a temporary alliance to defeat the Iron Armor Dragon.
• Li Kan and Wang Tong: They work together to wear down the Iron Armor Dragon.
• Jiang Li and Vulture Li Yao: Their paths cross, setting up a potential confrontation.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Li, Wang Tong, and Li Kan kill an Iron Armor Dragon and split the loot.
• Li Yao, seeking revenge for his son's death, arrives with four other War Gods to attack Jiang Li.
• Jiang Li decides to fight instead of fleeing.

Character Developments

• Jiang Li shows confidence and willingness to face danger.
• Wang Tong and Li Kan demonstrate loyalty to their country, refusing to fight Jiang Li despite the reward.

Significant Themes

• Loyalty and camaraderie among martial artists.
• The power dynamics and dangers of the War God world.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Li and Wang Tong form a temporary alliance against the Iron Armor Dragon.
• Wang Tong and Li Kan show solidarity in refusing to fight Jiang Li.
• Li Yao's obsession with revenge leads him to underestimate Jiang Li.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Li, a Psychic, demonstrates extraordinary combat skills and strength, blocking multiple weapons and defeating a Junior War God, Eckhaus, in seconds.
• Jiang Li's weapons include an assortment of S-grade items like swords, sabers, daggers, staves, and even bracers, which he controls mentally.
• Jiang Li activates his "Dragon God Domain," slowing down Senior War God Adams and easily deflecting his attack.
• Jiang Li unleashes eleven weapons simultaneously, controlled by his mental power, against Adams.

Character Developments

• Jiang Li: Proven to be an incredibly powerful Psychic, likely a Mid-Level War God, with exceptional combat skills and the ability to control multiple weapons mentally.
• Adams: A Senior War God, but struggles against Jiang Li's domain and weapon control, showing his limitations.

Significant Themes

• The power of Psychics and their unique abilities, such as mental weapon control and domain activation.
• The disparity in strength between War Gods, with Mid-Level War Gods being significantly more powerful than their Junior counterparts.

Character Interactions

• Wang Tong and Li Kan observe the battle, expressing their shock and awe at Jiang Li's abilities.
• Adams and Jiang Li engage in a fierce battle, with Adams initially confident but quickly realizing Jiang Li's superiority.
• Jiang Li's display of power intimidates Adams and the other Eagle Nation warriors, making them cautious and envious of Hanxia Kingdom's geniuses.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Li, a Junior War God, single-handedly defeats five opponents, including two War Gods and three high-level War Gods.
• Li Yao, desperate, calls upon Senior Yan Hai, a Beyond War God Existence, for help.
• Yan Hai arrives and engages Jiang Li in a battle in the sky.

Character Developments

• Jiang Li demonstrates his power and confidence, revealing he can fly using his Dragon God Body and Domain.
• Li Yao shows desperation and cunning, seeking help from Yan Hai to defeat Jiang Li.
• Yan Hai maintains his composure and calm, following the rules of the War God Palace.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and the struggle for dominance among warriors.
• The rules and consequences of engaging in combat, as exemplified by the War God Palace's regulations.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Li and Li Yao's enmity deepens as Li Yao seeks help to defeat Jiang Li.
• Yan Hai's interaction with Jiang Li is brief but intense, setting the stage for their battle.
• Wang Tong and Li Kan observe the events, expressing regret for not befriending Jiang Li earlier.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Li faces off against Yan Hai, one of the ten strongest humans, who attacks with full force.
• Jiang Li withstands Yan Hai's strike using his spiritual power-controlled weapons and Tai Chi Longevity Sword technique.
• Jiang Li is injured and retreats, with Yan Hai in pursuit.
• Jiang Li flies towards Wang Tong and Li Kan, who are hiding, and Yan Hai stops in pursuit.
• A scarlet triangular fighter jet arrives, and a man steps out, identified as the First Elder.

Character Developments

• Jiang Li demonstrates exceptional strength and skill, withstanding a Beyond War God Existence's attack.
• Yan Hai shows his ruthless nature, aiming to eliminate Jiang Li.
• Wang Tong and Li Kan are revealed to be hiding and fear for their lives.
• The First Elder's arrival instills fear and respect in all present, indicating his high status and power.

Significant Themes

• The theme of strength and power is emphasized, with characters' abilities determining their status and influence.
• The theme of ruthlessness and cunning is shown through Yan Hai's actions and the First Elder's fear-inducing presence.
• The theme of hierarchy and respect is evident in the characters' reactions to the First Elder.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Li and Yan Hai engage in a fierce battle, showcasing their skills and determination.
• Wang Tong and Li Kan interact briefly, expressing their fear and dismay at Jiang Li's approach.
• All characters present, including Jiang Li, show deference and respect towards the First Elder, highlighting his authority.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Hong, the world's strongest man and head of the Limit Martial Arts Hall, arrives and orders Yan Hai and Li Yao to leave, striking fear into them.
• Hong offers Jiang Li two choices: join the Elite Training Camp or leave with the Black Dragon Set for protection.
• The news of Hong's intervention and Jiang Li's choices spreads worldwide, causing a stir in martial artist circles.

Character Developments

• Hong: Demonstrates his unmatched power and status, instilling fear in other martial artists.
• Jiang Li: Gains recognition from Hong, who offers him protection and training opportunities.

Significant Themes

• Power and Status: Hong's strength and influence are unmatched, and his intervention changes the course of events.
• Opportunity: Jiang Li is presented with an opportunity to grow stronger under Hong's protection.

Character Interactions

• Hong and Jiang Li: Hong offers Jiang Li protection and training, showing interest in his potential.
• Yan Hai and Li Yao: Both flee after Hong orders them to leave, demonstrating the fear and respect Hong commands.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhou Zhengyong, president of Jiangnan Base City's Limit Martial Arts Hall, discovers that Jiang Li, a newly advanced War God, has defeated five War Gods, including two high-level ones, and is now considered an Invincible War God.
• The Polaris Family, core of the HR Alliance, decides to strip Venina of her positions and authority to repair their relationship with Jiang Li due to his terrifying potential.
• Jiang Li arrives at the Limit Martial Arts Hall's headquarters and is received by Special Envoy Yang Hui, who is astonished by Jiang Li's arrival on Hong's fighter jet.
• Jiang Li learns that his actions have gained him various nicknames on the War God Forum, such as Invincible War God, White-Robed War God, Butcher War God, and Vulture-Slayer War God.

Character Developments

• Zhou Zhengyong: Realizes Jiang Li's incredible strength and is left dumbfounded.
• Polaris Family: Recognizes Jiang Li's potential threat and decides to cut ties with Venina to appease him.
• Jiang Li: Chooses to join the Elite Training Camp, demonstrating his resolve to face his own troubles.

Significant Themes

• Strength and power: Jiang Li's rapid advancement and defeat of multiple War Gods emphasize the importance of strength in the world.
• Recognition and fear: The Polaris Family's decision to appease Jiang Li highlights the fear and respect powerful individuals command.

Character Interactions

• Zhou Zhengyong and Jiang Li: Though not directly interacting, Zhou Zhengyong's reaction to Jiang Li's actions shows the impact Jiang Li has on those around him.
• Jiang Li and Yang Hui: Yang Hui's astonishment at Jiang Li's arrival and his subsequent handover of the laptop with news about Jiang Li showcase their growing relationship and Yang Hui's respect for Jiang Li's strength.
• Polaris Family and Jiang Li: The family's decision to strip Venina of her positions indicates their fear of Jiang Li's potential and their desire to maintain a positive relationship with him.

Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Li joins the Elite Training Camp and learns about its ranking system, with the top three receiving more resources and the bottom three at risk of elimination.
• Jiang Li returns to his room and opens the chat group, finding numerous martial arts uploaded by Zhang Sanfeng (Wudang Centenarian) from the Ming Cult, including Nine Yang Divine Art and Great Shift of the Universe.
• Jiang Li sells his Diamond Dragon God Body and Tai Chi Longevity Sword Art, receiving points.
• Zhang Sanfeng shares that he obtained the martial arts from the Ming Cult experts in exchange for Zhang Wuji's Nine Yang Divine Art.
• A new member, Xiong Ba, joins the chat group, causing confusion before uploading a cultivation method called Three Parts Return to Origin Qi.

Character Developments

• Jiang Li: Shows interest in the uploaded martial arts and sells his own.
• Zhang Sanfeng: Obtains numerous martial arts from the Ming Cult, planning to cultivate the Diamond Dragon God Body.
• Xiong Ba: Joins the chat group, causing confusion before uploading a valuable cultivation method.

Significant Themes

• The power of knowledge and information exchange in the chat group, enabling characters to advance quickly.
• The value of cultivation methods and the points system in the chat group.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Li interacts with the group members, expressing admiration for Zhang Sanfeng's trust and the value of the uploaded martial arts.
• Group members welcome Xiong Ba, with some expressing interest in his uploaded cultivation method.
• The group members discuss and share their recent experiences and achievements.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xiong Ba, a major villain from the Wind and Cloud World, joins the chat group.
• Jiang Li, a powerful transmigrator, is hostile towards Xiong Ba due to his past actions.
• Xiong Ba seeks Jiang Li's help to know his future, offering Three Parts Return to Origin Qi in exchange for two life-related questions.
• Jiang Li reveals that Xiong Ba's great ambition will fail, and the World Society will change hands, hinting at his son's impending doom.
• Xiong Ba, terrified, orders his disciples to find and protect his son, Catcher God.

Character Developments

• Xiong Ba: Realizes the power dynamics in the chat group and seeks Jiang Li's help, showing fear and desperation.
• Jiang Li: Demonstrates his power and knowledge, revealing Xiong Ba's future to pressure him.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and hierarchy in the chat group.
• The consequences of one's actions and the inescapability of fate.
• The value of knowledge and information.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Li and Xiong Ba: Their interaction highlights the power imbalance and Jiang Li's disdain for Xiong Ba's past actions.
• Xiong Ba and his disciples: Xiong Ba's orders reveal his desperation and the secret of his son's identity.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Li arrives at Jiangnan Pavilion, the Elite Training Camp's accommodation.
• Yang Hui, the Special Envoy, secures Jiang Li a B-Level Trial spot.
• Jiang Li meets his fellow students, Shi Jiang and Zhao Ruo, who recognize him as the Invincible War God.
• Jiang Li hands over weapons and equipment obtained from the Iron Armor Dragon nest to Yang Hui for disposal.
• Yang Hui takes Jiang Li to the Ninefold Tower to confirm his identity and attempt the Trial Tower.

Character Developments

• Jiang Li: Shows humility and respect when addressing Yang Hui as 'Teacher,' despite his achievements. He is calm and collected when facing the shock of his peers.
• Yang Hui: Demonstrates professionalism and efficiency in handling Jiang Li's admission. He is surprised by Jiang Li's actions but maintains composure.
• Shi Jiang and Zhao Ruo: Both express admiration and respect for Jiang Li. They are excited to meet him and eager to learn from him.

Significant Themes

• Strength and Respect: Martial artists, especially War Gods, respect strength. Jiang Li's achievements command admiration from his peers.
• Hierarchy and Status: The Elite Training Camp has a clear hierarchy, with Yang Hui as an instructor and Jiang Li as a student. However, Jiang Li's status as the Invincible War God blurs these lines.
• Wealth and Resources: The Trial Tower's rewards are a significant motivator for Jiang Li, highlighting the importance of wealth and resources in the world of War Gods.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Li and Yang Hui: They have a respectful and professional relationship. Yang Hui helps Jiang Li with his admission, and Jiang Li addresses him as 'Teacher.'
• Jiang Li, Shi Jiang, and Zhao Ruo: The three students interact enthusiastically, with Shi Jiang and Zhao Ruo expressing admiration for Jiang Li. They share information about the Elite Training Camp and the Trial Tower.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Li, accompanied by Yang Hui, reaches the Elite Training Camp's ninth floor.
• He enters a virtual space via a helmet, where he meets Yang Hui again.
• Jiang Li selects his combat uniform and weapon, then enters the Trial Tower for his first trial.

Character Developments

• Jiang Li demonstrates his exceptional combat skills and speed by clearing the first floor's A-Level Trial in just 3 minutes and 27 seconds.
• Yang Hui shows respect and anticipation for Jiang Li's abilities.

Significant Themes

• The importance of combat skills and experience, even without psychic powers.
• The Trial Tower as a measure of one's true combat ability.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Li and Yang Hui interact briefly, with Yang Hui providing guidance and expressing his hopes for Jiang Li's success.
• Back in the real world, students discuss and bet on Jiang Li's progress, revealing their expectations and doubts about his abilities.

Detailed yet concise, this summary captures the key events, character developments, themes, and interactions in the chapter.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Li completes the first floor's C-rank trial in 7 minutes 53 seconds, shocking the trainees and setting a new record.
• He proceeds to the second floor, where he completes the A-stage trial in 4 minutes 26 seconds, breaking another record.
• Candice Polinas, the heir of the Polaris Family, is informed about Jiang Li's achievements by William.

Character Developments

• Jiang Li demonstrates his incredible combat prowess and speed, further cementing his status as an exceptional trainee.
• Candice Polinas shows his ambition and determination to become stronger, aiming to become the personal disciple of the world's strongest man.

Significant Themes

• The theme of exceptional talent and genius is highlighted through Jiang Li's rapid progress and record-breaking times.
• The importance of hard work and dedication is shown through Candice's relentless training and his disdain for those who only cultivate quickly but lack true strength.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Li's achievements cause a stir among the trainees, with William being particularly affected, as he had bet against Jiang Li.
• Candice and William communicate about Jiang Li's transfer to the Elite Training Camp and his record-breaking times, with Candice expressing his disbelief and determination to become stronger.