Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

+ Sulu, a chef with survival skills, encounters four lost tourists in the mountains and cooks a mountain rat for them.
+ He charges them for the meal and leaves before the official search-and-rescue team arrives.
+ The tourists are rescued and speculate that Sulu left to avoid paying the rescue fee.
+ Sulu returns to East City, buys a blue crystal bracelet online, and decides to keep his restaurant open.

Character Developments

+ Sulu demonstrates his survival skills and cooking abilities, showing his resourcefulness and self-reliance.
+ The tourists, particularly Li Zhi and Ma Ning, show growth in their understanding of the world and its harsh realities.

Significant Themes

+ Survival and self-reliance in harsh environments.
+ The harsh realities of the world and the importance of understanding one's limitations.
+ The value of money and resources in different situations.

Character Interactions

+ Sulu interacts with the tourists, showing a mix of indifference, amusement, and practicality.
+ The tourists interact with each other, showing camaraderie, concern, and a growing understanding of their situation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Sulu's restaurant, Bai Jing, struggles with low customer flow due to his inconsistent hours and LV4 cooking.
• Sulu considers changing his business hours to late-night and transforming the restaurant into a late-night diner.
• Li Weiwei, a local supernatural being, visits the restaurant.

Character Developments

• Sulu: Reflects on his business strategy and considers changes. He also acknowledges the difficulty of accessing the Spirit World and the world's resistance to his plans.
• Li Weiwei: Shows signs of accepting a spellcasting inheritance and enhancing her perception. She feels anxious about her new status as an "outsider."

Significant Themes

• The struggle between Sulu's desire for freedom and the need to adapt his business for success.
• The impact of the Spirit Tide on individuals and their new supernatural abilities.
• The world's resistance to Sulu's plans and the difficulty of accessing the Spirit World.

Character Interactions

• Sulu and Li Weiwei: Sulu engages Li Weiwei in conversation, trying to understand her better and gather information about her new supernatural abilities. Li Weiwei feels at ease around Sulu and his food, opening up to him slightly.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Weiwei, a waitress at Bai Jing Restaurant, confides in Sulu, the manager, about her newfound abilities and nightmares.
• Sulu, aware of Li Weiwei's extraordinary powers, decides to change the restaurant's operating hours to late nights and add alcohol to the menu to accommodate such patrons.
• Sister Hong, a customer, shares news about a martial arts heir challenging schools in the city.
• Sulu tames a crow and sends it to track Li Weiwei.
• Li Weiwei, using her new powers, hears a robbery in progress and hesitates about what to do.

Character Developments

• Li Weiwei: She has discovered her powers and is eager to use them, showing a lack of responsibility and understanding of the consequences.
• Sulu: He is aware of Li Weiwei's powers and decides to adapt the restaurant to cater to such individuals, showing adaptability and opportunism.

Significant Themes

• Responsibility vs. Power: Li Weiwei's reckless use of her powers contrasts with Sulu's understanding of the greater responsibility that comes with extraordinary abilities.
• Awakening and Discovery: Both Li Weiwei and Sulu are discovering and adapting to the existence of extraordinary powers in their world.

Character Interactions

• Sulu and Li Weiwei: Sulu listens to Li Weiwei's concerns and offers guidance, while Li Weiwei shares her newfound powers with him.
• Sulu and Sister Hong: They discuss business and industry news, with Sister Hong sharing information about the martial arts heir.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Sulu, a man with supernatural abilities, observes a robbery attempt on Li Weiwei, a diner employee, but chooses not to intervene.
• Sulu decides to renovate the diner and change its business hours, considering the needs of his remaining customers.
• Sulu tames three crows and feeds them a spiritual recipe to stimulate awakening-type abilities.
• Sulu discovers a local forum discussing supernatural phenomena and professions, learning about four known professions: [Hunter], [Ancient Martial Artist], [Wind Whisperer], and [Telekinetic].
• Sulu finds a post about Wang Chaoqun, an [Ancient Martial Artist] challenging dojos in East City, including Cheng Feng's New Moon Fight Club.

Character Developments

• Sulu shows indifference to Li Weiwei's plight, prioritizing his own goals, but is satisfied with her ability to attract trouble.
• Sulu demonstrates his ability to create spiritual recipes and tame animals, expanding his influence.
• Wang Chaoqun is introduced as a confident and high-profile [Ancient Martial Artist] challenging other martial artists.

Significant Themes

• The struggle for power and influence in a world with supernatural abilities.
• The importance of information and communication in understanding and adapting to the new world.
• The tension between high-profile displays of power and the risks they pose.

Character Interactions

• Sulu observes Li Weiwei's situation but chooses not to intervene, showing his detachment from her plight.
• Sulu interacts with the three crows, feeding them and observing their reactions to the spiritual recipe.
• Sulu engages with the local forum, learning about other professionals and their activities.
• Wang Chaoqun's actions draw the attention of other forum users, including Sulu, setting up a potential interaction with Cheng Feng.

• Wang Chaoqun, a martial artist, defeats Gu Yuebo, Cheng Feng's top fighter, in an exhibition match.
• Cheng Feng, impressed by Wang's skills, asks about internal force and offers to become his disciple, paying two million for a secret recipe.
• Wang Chaoqun gives Cheng Feng a genuine formula for a medicinal meal to cultivate internal qi, knowing it will eventually leak online.
• Cheng Feng follows the recipe, experiencing intense discomfort before passing out. He finds himself in a dark, misty place facing a giant with shifting runes, hinting at a class advancement.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Sulu discovers Cheng Feng, a local entrepreneur, was hospitalized due to "food poisoning," but suspects something more.
• Seven days later, Midnight Diner reopens with new decor and late-night hours.
• Cheng Feng, now an [Ancient Martial Artist], visits the diner and shares his new identity with Sulu.
• Cheng Feng is approached by Mr. Robinson, representing the Eye of the Ancient God, who invites him to join their organization for superhumans.

Character Developments

• Sulu remains calm and collected, showing no surprise at Cheng Feng's revelation, suggesting he might have known or suspected something.
• Cheng Feng struggles with his new identity, seeking validation and a place to belong.
• Li Weiwei, a [Wind Whisperer], is present at the diner and overhears Cheng Feng's revelation, hinting at her growing awareness of the supernatural world.
• Mr. Robinson, representing the Eye of the Ancient God, demonstrates arrogance and superiority, showcasing the organization's power and influence.

Significant Themes

• The struggle of new superhumans to find their place in the world and connect with others like them.
• The allure and danger of power, as seen through the Eye of the Ancient God's invitation to Cheng Feng.
• The blurring line between the mundane and supernatural worlds, as ordinary people like Sulu and Li Weiwei become aware of the latter.

Character Interactions

• Sulu and Cheng Feng: Sulu listens to Cheng Feng's story, showing empathy and understanding, while Cheng Feng feels comfortable sharing his secret with Sulu.
• Cheng Feng and Mr. Robinson: Their interaction highlights the power dynamics between the Eye of the Ancient God and individual superhumans, with Robinson displaying arrogance and Cheng Feng showing defiance.
• Sulu and Li Weiwei: Though they don't interact directly in this chapter, Li Weiwei's presence and eavesdropping suggest a growing connection between them, as they both become aware of the supernatural world.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Cheng Feng, Li Weiwei, and Sister Hong (Lin Hong) encounter Robinson, a member of the "Eye of the Ancient God" organization, in an underground parking garage.
• Cheng Feng engages in a fight with Robinson, who uses pens as weapons, and is injured.
• Li Weiwei and Sister Hong intervene, with Li Weiwei using her [Wind Whisperer] ability to dodge Robinson's attacks.
• Robinson reveals information about the "Eye of the Ancient God" and the "Ancient God Photograph" before escaping.
• Cheng Feng, Li Weiwei, and Sister Hong leave together, with Cheng Feng needing medical attention.
• Robinson reports the failed operation to an unknown superior, who asks about the "Ancient God Photograph."
• Sulu, another character, appears and reveals he knows about the "Ancient God Photograph."

Character Developments

• Cheng Feng shows his fighting skills and quick thinking, but also his limits against a superpowered opponent.
• Li Weiwei demonstrates her [Wind Whisperer] ability and composure under pressure.
• Sister Hong (Lin Hong) is revealed to have a connection to Cheng Feng and shows concern for his well-being.
• Robinson shows his ruthlessness and disregard for human life, but also his vulnerability when affected by unknown forces.
• Sulu is introduced as a mysterious character with knowledge of the "Ancient God Photograph."

Significant Themes

• The struggle between ordinary humans and superpowered individuals.
• The pursuit of knowledge and truth, and the dangers it can bring.
• The consequences of leaking classified information.

Character Interactions

• Cheng Feng, Li Weiwei, and Sister Hong work together to escape from Robinson, showing a level of trust and cooperation.
• Robinson and Sulu's interaction reveals a power struggle within the "Eye of the Ancient God" organization.
• The dynamic between Cheng Feng, Li Weiwei, and Sister Hong suggests a potential alliance or team formation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Sulu discovers that his 'Ancient God photographs' have been duplicated, containing valuable information that could help others understand the Spirit World and dimensions, potentially even discovering the truth of the universe.
• Sulu is attacked by Robinson, an illusionist, but uses his hypnosis power to turn the tables, winning the encounter and gaining 50 XP.
• Sulu decides to expand his intelligent helpers, allowing Ah Da to promote four more crows, who gather a large flock and plan to establish a 'kingdom of crows' under Sulu's guidance.

Character Developments

• Sulu: Shows his powerful hypnosis ability and strategic thinking, deciding to expand his helpers to better monitor his surroundings.
• Ah Da (Big One): Demonstrates initiative and ambition, gathering a large flock of crows and planning to establish a 'kingdom of crows' to serve Sulu better.
• Robinson: Reveals his desire to capture and exploit Sulu for information, but is ultimately defeated by Sulu's hypnosis.

Significant Themes

• Power and its consequences: Sulu's powerful hypnosis ability allows him to manipulate others, but also attracts unwanted attention and potential threats.
• Ambition and initiative: Both Sulu and Ah Da show ambition in their respective goals, with Ah Da demonstrating unexpected initiative in gathering a crow 'kingdom.'
• Information and knowledge: The duplicated 'Ancient God photographs' highlight the power of information and knowledge, which can be used to gain understanding and advantage.

Character Interactions

• Sulu and Ah Da: Sulu praises Ah Da and allows him to expand his intelligent subordinates, demonstrating trust and reliance on his helper.
• Sulu and Robinson: Sulu outsmarts Robinson, using his hypnosis ability to turn the tables on his attacker and gain the upper hand.
• Ah Da and his crow followers: Ah Da gathers a large flock of crows, planning to establish a 'kingdom of crows' to serve Sulu better, demonstrating his ambition and initiative.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Cheng Feng, Lin Hong, and Li Weiwei meet in a private room to discuss their recent supernatural experiences.
• Cheng Feng shares his "fortuitous encounter" with Wang Chaoqun, who he believes is an "innately awakened person."
• They discuss the connection between their dreams, supernatural abilities, and the recent market fluctuations.
• They decide to form a small group to deal with future threats and use Bai Jing Restaurant as their offline meeting point.
• One month later, the group meets at Bai Jing Restaurant, discussing the rise of supernatural abilities and the emergence of the 'Crow People' organization.
• Sulu, the restaurant owner, observes their secretive behavior.
• Zuo Xiaochan, Zuo Xiaojuan, and Ma Ning enter the restaurant, seeking to thank Bai Jing (Sulu) for his help during their hiking incident.

Character Developments

• Cheng Feng: Recovers quickly from his injury and takes the initiative to form a group to deal with future threats.
• Lin Hong: Becomes a [Telekinetic] and shows strategic thinking by suggesting Bai Jing Restaurant as their meeting point.
• Li Weiwei: Becomes more cautious and aware of the dangers in the world after gaining her supernatural ability.
• Sulu (Bai Jing): Observes the group's secretive behavior and is approached by the Zuo sisters and Ma Ning.

Significant Themes

• Supernatural abilities and their connection to the giant in their dreams.
• The changing world and the need to adapt and prepare for future threats.
• The formation of a group to deal with these threats and the importance of relying on oneself.
• The emergence of new organizations and the potential dangers they pose.

Character Interactions

• Cheng Feng, Lin Hong, and Li Weiwei: They form a bond due to their shared experiences and decide to work together to face the challenges ahead.
• Sulu and the group: Sulu observes the group's secretive behavior but does not interfere. The group is unaware of Sulu's observations.
• Zuo sisters and Ma Ning with Sulu: They seek to thank Sulu for his help, showing gratitude and appreciation for his actions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Zuo sisters and Ma Ning visit Sulu's restaurant, seeking help for their friend Li Zhi who they believe is possessed.
• Sulu initially brushes them off, but they insist, describing Li Zhi's strange behavior.
• Li Weiwei, Cheng Feng, and Lin Hong, who are also at the restaurant, discuss forming a group to help people with supernatural powers.
• Sulu meets with the Zuo sisters and Ma Ning again, but he remains uninterested in helping Li Zhi.

Character Developments

• Sulu: He is revealed to be aware of his supernatural abilities but chooses not to intervene in Li Zhi's case, maintaining his detached demeanor.
• Li Weiwei: She uses her talent to eavesdrop on the Zuo sisters and Ma Ning, discovering their concern for Li Zhi and their belief in the supernatural.
• Cheng Feng, Lin Hong, and Li Weiwei: They discuss forming a group to help people with supernatural powers, demonstrating their willingness to take action.

Significant Themes

• Supernatural powers and their impact on society.
• The responsibility of those with extraordinary abilities.
• The struggle between maintaining a low profile and taking action.

Character Interactions

• Sulu and the Zuo sisters/Ma Ning: Sulu is uninterested in helping Li Zhi, while the Zuo sisters and Ma Ning are desperate for his assistance.
• Li Weiwei, Cheng Feng, and Lin Hong: They discuss forming a group to help people with supernatural powers, showing solidarity and shared purpose.
• Sulu and Li Weiwei: Li Weiwei is convinced that Sulu is extraordinary, while Sulu remains indifferent to her and her friends' concerns.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Sulu, now a transcendent, plans to monitor the city using his crows to ensure the safety of his new transcendent system's foundation.
• Li Zhi, a university student, is suspected of becoming a dangerous transcendent after exhibiting strange behavior and an increased appetite for meat.
• Heavenly Net, a confidential organization handling transcendent matters, is alerted and sends agents to investigate Li Zhi.

Character Developments

• Sulu remains calm and strategic, planning to protect his city and its new transcendent system.
• Li Zhi's behavior becomes increasingly savage and animalistic, raising concerns about his safety and that of those around him.
• Wang Chaoqun, an E-rank [Ancient Martial Artist], demonstrates his power and eagerness to test his skills against Li Zhi.
• Zi, a Heavenly Net agent, shows maturity and caution in handling the Li Zhi situation.

Significant Themes

• The transformation of humans into transcendent beings and the potential dangers that come with it.
• The need for organizations like Heavenly Net to handle and manage transcendent-related issues.
• The struggle between maintaining humanity and succumbing to the wild, animalistic nature of transcendent powers.

Character Interactions

• Sulu tends to his business, planning to keep watch over the city with his crows.
• Cheng Feng and Li Weiwei discuss Li Zhi's strange behavior and decide to report him to Heavenly Net.
• Wang Chaoqun and Zi work together to investigate Li Zhi, with Zi showing concern for Li Zhi's well-being while Wang Chaoqun is eager to confront him.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Zhi, a Class Holder, is ill and aggressive, attacking Zi and Wang Chaoqun.
• Heavenly Net, an organization, is treating Li Zhi.
• Cheng Feng, Li Weiwei, and Lin Hong observe Heavenly Net from a distance.
• Li Weiwei senses a strange change in the wind and falls asleep, followed by Cheng Feng and Lin Hong.
• In the dream, Sulu witnesses spirits being drawn to and devoured by the Ancient God.

Character Developments

• Li Zhi's illness causes him to become aggressive and delusional.
• Zi shows caution and understanding towards Li Zhi's condition.
• Wang Chaoqun underestimates Li Zhi's threat.
• Cheng Feng, Li Weiwei, and Lin Hong are affected by the strange change in the wind and fall asleep.
• Sulu observes the Ancient God's punishment of weak spirits.

Significant Themes

• The curse affecting Class Holders and its mysterious cause.
• The fear and consequences of becoming weak or falling behind in the supernatural world.
• The world's will and its counterattack against supernatural individuals.

Character Interactions

• Zi and Wang Chaoqun work together to subdue Li Zhi.
• Cheng Feng, Li Weiwei, and Lin Hong interact as a team, observing Heavenly Net's actions.
• Sulu observes the Ancient God's punishment of spirits, understanding the world's will.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Sulu's original Mythical Body, now a world curse, is devouring inferior Transcendents at regular intervals.
• Zi enters a dream and experiences time dilation; upon waking, she finds Li Zhi transformed into a monster.
• Li Zhi's body turns into a five-armed monster after his soul is eaten by the Ancient God.
• Zi and Wang Chaoqun fight the monster; Wang uses his Ancient Martial Arts Style, and Zi uses her telekinetic flying needles, which prove effective.
• Heavenly Net successfully completes its mission, containing the monster.

Character Developments

• Sulu: Realizes his shares in the Mythical Body are being diluted by the world curse, increasing the difficulty of reclaiming it in the future.
• Zi: Shows concern for her team's safety and takes charge in dealing with the monster threat.
• Wang Chaoqun: Demonstrates his combat skills and determination in fighting the monster.
• Li Weiwei and Lin Hong: Express fear of the Ancient God's punishment and the need to keep improving.

Significant Themes

• The danger and power of supernatural abilities.
• The struggle to maintain control and power in the face of external forces.
• The importance of continuous improvement and adaptation.

Character Interactions

• Zi and Wang Chaoqun work together to fight the monster, showcasing their complementary abilities.
• Zi and Wang Chaoqun have a brief exchange about the effectiveness of supernatural powers versus firearms against monsters.
• Cheng Feng, Li Weiwei, and Lin Hong discuss the Ancient God's revelation and the need for continuous improvement.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The city is experiencing increased wildlife attacks, prompting a citywide cleanup of stray animals, including birds.
• Sulu watches news reports about the effects of the Spirit Tide on the environment.
• Sulu uses his Spirit Mediumship Technique to send a spirit entity to follow Big A, the crow he controls.
• Big A and the other crows in the Crow Clan discuss their plans to defend their territory against the upcoming cleanup.
• A fat man, a traitor to his own kind, meets with Big A to provide intelligence and receive 'rewards.'

Character Developments

• Sulu: Shows concern for his crows' safety and uses his Spirit Mediumship Technique to monitor them, indicating a level of care and control over his minions.
• Big A: Demonstrates leadership and strategic thinking among the crows, but also shows disdain for the fat man, indicating a growing sense of self-importance.
• The fat man: Shows loyalty to Big A but also betrays his own kind, revealing his opportunistic nature.

Significant Themes

• The impact of the Spirit Tide on the environment and wildlife.
• The struggle for survival and territory among different species.
• The theme of betrayal and opportunism, as seen in the fat man's actions.

Character Interactions

• Sulu and Big A: Their relationship is one of control and manipulation, with Sulu using Big A for his own purposes and Big A growing more independent and ambitious.
• Big A and the other crows: They interact as a team, discussing their plans to defend their territory, showing a sense of unity and shared purpose.
• The fat man and Big A: Their interaction is one of mutual manipulation, with the fat man seeking power and Big A using him for information and 'rewards.'

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Weiwei attempts a ritual to gain advancement information from the Ancient God.
• She successfully advances to the [Wind Apprentice] class and learns a secret medicine formula.
• Heavenly Net's East City branch, led by Zi, infiltrates Forest Park to dissolve the Crow People organization.

Character Developments

• Li Weiwei: She has grown more accepting of her extraordinary powers and takes initiative in advancing her class.
• Big A (Crow King): He displays arrogance and narcissism, leading to a conflict with Heavenly Net.

Significant Themes

• The struggle between humans and supernatural creatures for dominance and recognition.
• The consequences of keeping secrets and acting selfishly (Big A's actions leading to the downfall of the Crow People organization).

Character Interactions

• Li Weiwei considers seeking advice from Cheng Feng and Lin Hong about her class advancement and secret medicine formula.
• Zi and Big A have a tense confrontation, leading to a standoff between Heavenly Net and the Crow People organization.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wang Chaoqun and Zi encounter a group of mutated crows, including a leader named Big A.
• The crows reveal they have a "great master" above them.
• The crows use their ability, "Plague Messenger," to infect Heavenly Net members with a disease that can affect even superhumans.
• Zi attempts to capture the crows, but they use their abilities to create illusions and influence emotions.
• Wang Chaoqun sees a vision of a canyon filled with twisted flesh worms using his spirit body ability.
• Zi and Wang Chaoqun are overwhelmed by the crows' abilities and fall unconscious.

Character Developments

• Wang Chaoqun: Shows concern for Zi and tries to protect her, but is overwhelmed by the crows' abilities.
• Zi: Demonstrates her determination and strategic thinking, but is ultimately defeated by the crows' abilities.
• The Crows: Reveal their hierarchy and abilities, showing they are more intelligent and dangerous than initially thought.

Significant Themes

• The danger and unpredictability of mutated creatures and their abilities.
• The struggle between humans and mutated creatures for survival and dominance.
• The power of the Spirit World and spirit bodies, which humans are still largely helpless against.

Character Interactions

• Wang Chaoqun and Zi work together to try and capture the crows, but are ultimately defeated.
• The crows interact with each other, showing their hierarchy and abilities.
• The crows' "great master" is mentioned, but not yet revealed.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Sulu, disguised as Bai Jing, punishes his crows for causing a spectacle and drawing unwanted attention.
• He orders the crows to disband their Crow People organization and go into the wilderness, planning to replace them with spiritual bodies for surveillance.
• Li Weiwei, Cheng Feng, and Lin Hong meet at Bai Jing Restaurant. Cheng Feng reveals that the Eye of the Ancient God has come to East City seeking revenge.

Character Developments

• Sulu: Shows his frustration with his crows' disobedience and decides to use spiritual bodies for surveillance instead. He also expresses concern about finding a safe and profitable place to level up.
• Big A (Crow Leader): Despite being punished, Big A remains ambitious and convinces the other crows to establish a kingdom in the wilderness.
• Cheng Feng: Reveals his connection to the Eye of the Ancient God and seeks help from Li Weiwei and Lin Hong.

Significant Themes

• Disobedience and its consequences (Sulu's crows)
• The struggle for power and control (Sulu's crows, Cheng Feng's situation)
• The need for caution and adaptability in a dangerous world (Sulu's decision to use spiritual bodies, Cheng Feng's predicament)

Character Interactions

• Sulu interacts with his crows, punishing them for their actions and giving them a new task.
• Li Weiwei, Cheng Feng, and Lin Hong meet at Bai Jing Restaurant, discussing Cheng Feng's predicament with the Eye of the Ancient God and agreeing to help him.

Plot Points and Events

• Sulu, aware of Heavenly Net's interest in Cheng Feng, prepares to use the Eye of the Ancient God to gain experience points and potentially flee the country if needed.
• Wang Chaoqun and Zi, demoted Heavenly Net professionals, come to Bai Jing Restaurant to observe Cheng Feng and drown their sorrows after a failed mission.
• Cheng Feng decides to approach Zi and Wang Chaoqun directly to hand over information about the Eye of the Ancient God.

Character Developments

• Sulu remains calm and collected, using his spirit bodies to monitor the situation and plan his next move.
• Cheng Feng accepts his situation and decides to cooperate with Heavenly Net to avoid further trouble.
• Zi, despite being demoted, remains determined to make a comeback by cracking a major case.

Significant Themes

• The theme of inevitability and accepting one's fate is shown through Cheng Feng's decision to cooperate with Heavenly Net.
• The theme of perseverance and determination is evident in Zi's desire to redeem herself after her demotion.

Character Interactions

• Sulu interacts with his spirit bodies, using them to monitor the restaurant and its patrons.
• Cheng Feng interacts with Zi and Wang Chaoqun, trying to downplay his connection to Lin Hong and Li Weiwei while considering how to approach them about the Eye of the Ancient God.
• Zi and Wang Chaoqun interact, with Zi being more open about her intentions to investigate Cheng Feng, while Wang Chaoqun is more cautious and concerned about discretion.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Cheng Feng learns about the Eye of the Ancient God, an international evil supernatural organization, and that he has been targeted by them.
• Sulu designs a 'Spirit Mark' to protect supernatural beings from being devoured by the ancient gods during the curse, but decides not to release it yet.

Character Developments

• Cheng Feng realizes the extent of the threat posed by the Eye of the Ancient God and agrees to cooperate with Heavenly Net.
• Sulu understands that the empowered need a 'whip' to motivate them and decides to release the Spirit Mark during the third Spirit Tide.

Significant Themes

• The struggle against the ancient gods' curse and the search for protection.
• The need for motivation and discipline among the empowered.
• The balance between individual effort and the greater trend.

Character Interactions

• Cheng Feng interacts with Zi and Wang Chaoqun from Heavenly Net, leading to an agreement to cooperate.
• Sulu interacts with his system, designing the Spirit Mark and deciding its release strategy.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Sulu reaches the third Spirit Tide, gaining the ability to create a "secret realm."
• A foreign group led by Pasi arrives in East City, with Pasi displaying his supernatural power by causing a man to spontaneously combust.
• Pasi expresses his intention to teach Heavenly Net a lesson and seeks information about Cheng Feng.

Character Developments

• Sulu becomes more confident and arrogant due to his increased power.
• Pasi is introduced as an arrogant and powerful foreign supernatural being, one of the Twelve Hands of God in the Eye of the Ancient God organization.

Significant Themes

• The growing power of supernatural beings and the impact on society.
• The arrogance and overconfidence that can come with increased power.
• The global expansion and influence of the Eye of the Ancient God organization.

Character Interactions

• Sulu interacts with customers at his shop, but no significant interactions are mentioned in this chapter.
• Pasi interacts with his local liaison, Li, displaying his arrogance and disregard for local authorities.
• Pasi's actions at the airport draw the attention of Heavenly Net, setting the stage for potential conflict.