Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ximen Ping, a high school graduate, is aimlessly spending his days after finishing college entrance exams.
• He receives a video from his friend A Yun showing a mysterious incident involving a superpowered individual.
• International news reports confirm the existence of superhumans and intelligent alien lifeforms, causing global panic.

Character Developments

• Ximen Ping: Still lazy and disinterested in the world, but his life is about to be disrupted by these extraordinary events.
• A Yun: Excited and proactive, he plans to learn supernatural skills and is more aware of the changes in the world.
• Gil: A young boy who witnesses his parents' reaction to the news, showing the impact of these revelations on ordinary people.

Significant Themes

• The sudden appearance of superpowered individuals and alien lifeforms challenges the understanding of reality.
• The news causes global panic and chaos, with people reacting in different ways (e.g., Ximen Ping's nonchalance vs. Gil's parents' fear).

Character Interactions

• Ximen Ping and A Yun: Their conversation highlights their contrasting views on the situation, with A Yun being more proactive and Ximen Ping more indifferent.
• Gil and his parents: Their interaction shows the immediate impact of the news on a family, with Gil's parents reacting with fear and desperation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The revelation of supernaturals causes global chaos and panic.
• Ximen Ping fails his college entrance exams, leaving him with limited options.
• He discovers a mysterious new college, East City Mystery Academy, on the official education website.

Character Developments

• Ximen Ping's grades plummet, forcing him to consider less prestigious colleges.
• He becomes suspicious and curious about the newly discovered East City Mystery Academy.

Significant Themes

• The impact of the supernatural revelation on society.
• The struggle of finding one's path in life, especially when faced with unexpected circumstances.

Character Interactions

• Ximen Ping discusses his exam results and future plans with his best friend, A Yun.
• He contacts the local Education Bureau to verify the authenticity of East City Mystery Academy.

Key Plot Points and Events

• East City Mystery Academy is completed and ready for enrollment.
• The school's name and recognition cause a stir worldwide.
• Han Fan, the top scorer, considers applying to the Mystery Academy after learning about the Ancient Gods' curse.
• Gil in Britain expresses interest in attending a magic school like the one in East City.

Character Developments

• Sulu: Shows confidence in the Mystery Academy's success and its impact on the world.
• Han Fan: Decides to pursue becoming a supernatural being and considers applying to the Mystery Academy.
• Gil: Expresses curiosity and interest in attending a magic school.

Significant Themes

• The Impact of the Supernatural: The rapid appearance of supernatural elements affects society, education, and people's aspirations.
• The Ancient Gods' Curse: Introduces the concept of a survival-of-the-fittest system in the supernatural world, adding pressure and risk to those who wish to advance.
• Individual Power vs. Institutions: The Mystery Academy's establishment challenges traditional educational institutions and highlights the power of individual initiative.

Character Interactions

• Sulu, Cheng Feng, Lin Hong: Discuss the Mystery Academy's impact and enrollment expectations.
• Han Fan, Father Han: Discuss Han Fan's future plans and the dangers of becoming a supernatural being. Father Han hints at the Mystery Academy's potential.
• Gil, Gil's Parents: Gil expresses his desire to attend a magic school, and his parents discuss revising their plans for his education.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The world is now aware of extraordinary power, and parents want their children to learn it.
• East City Mystery Academy becomes the center of attention, but its address remains unknown.
• The academy plans admissions, with applicants needing to pass a second round of examinations at selected sites.
• Ximen Ping and A Yun take the entrance exam, which involves touching a crystal ball with unknown criteria.

Character Developments

• Jill's parents decide to send Jill to learn extraordinary power, facing challenges in communication and registration.
• Sulu, the academy's leader, shows his determination to maintain high standards and spread the Spirit Mark globally.
• Ximen Ping and A Yun face their first encounter with the mysterious, feeling overwhelmed and uncertain about their chances of passing the exam.

Significant Themes

• The desire for extraordinary power and the fear of missing out on it.
• The challenges of communication and cultural barriers in global education.
• The awakening of spiritual longing and the uncertainty of one's place in the mysterious world.

Character Interactions

• Jill's parents discuss and agree on sending Jill to learn extraordinary power, showing unity in their decision.
• Sulu consults with his core staff about admissions, demonstrating his leadership and vision.
• Ximen Ping and A Yun support each other through the exam, sharing their anxiety and confusion.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ximen Ping takes the entrance exam for East City Mystery Academy.
• He has a dream about being accepted by a talking crow, but dismisses it as a dream.
• The next morning, he finds an acceptance letter on his bedside table.
• He shares the news with his family and friends, who are overjoyed.
• Gil, a foreign applicant, also receives his acceptance letter, with his parents expressing concern about the extra test required for foreign applicants.

Character Developments

• Ximen Ping: Initially disheartened about not getting into the academy, he becomes excited and proud upon receiving the acceptance letter.
• Gil: Confident in his academic abilities, he is eager to start attending the mysterious academy.

Significant Themes

• The desire for social standing and success through education and supernatural power.
• The excitement and uncertainty surrounding the mysterious academy's entrance process.

Character Interactions

• Ximen Ping and his mother: She is supportive and concerned about his future prospects.
• Ximen Ping and his friends: They congratulate and tease him about his acceptance.
• Gil and his parents: They express pride in Gil's acceptance but also have concerns about the extra test required for foreign applicants.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ximen Ping arrives at the East City Mystery Academy, navigating through a misty illusion to reach the campus.
• He meets Han Fan, a fellow freshman, and they become friends.
• They attend the principal's speech, where Sulu welcomes them and expresses his hopes for their future.

Character Developments

• Ximen Ping: Shows determination and adaptability in facing the unknown and challenging environment of the academy.
• Han Fan: Demonstrates kindness, approachability, and a desire to learn and grow.
• Sulu: Reveals his status as a Transcendent and displays his charisma and authority as the principal.

Significant Themes

• The supernatural and its integration into the world.
• The power of determination and adaptability in facing new challenges.
• The importance of friendship and camaraderie in supporting personal growth.

Character Interactions

• Ximen Ping and Han Fan: They form a quick friendship, helping each other and sharing information about the academy.
• Sulu and the students: Sulu's presence and speech instill a sense of awe and inspiration in the students.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The chapter introduces the start of classes at Mystery Academy, with Principal Sulu teaching the first general knowledge class about the supernatural and the Spirit Tide.
• Students learn about the potential of long-lived species and supernatural powers, and the academy's purpose to help students understand the mysterious and become professionals.
• Ximen Ping completes his first semester and qualifies to become a professional. He is offered two choices: purchase potion ingredients and knowledge at cost price or sign a contract to work at the academy for five years after graduation.
• Ximen Ping decides to sign a contract with the academy. He meets Han Fan, who offers to help him with the cost of materials, but Ximen Ping is unsure.

Character Developments

• Ximen Ping: He has become a qualified "quasi-supernatural" after his first semester. He is determined to sign a contract with the academy to become a professional.
• Han Fan: He is the top student in the mysticism major and offers to help Ximen Ping with the cost of materials. He is also investing in other students, indicating his ambition and foresight.

Significant Themes

• The power of the supernatural and its potential to transform the world.
• The importance of education and knowledge in understanding and controlling the mysterious.
• The struggle between financial constraints and ambition in pursuing professional development.

Character Interactions

• Ximen Ping and Han Fan: They interact briefly, with Han Fan offering help to Ximen Ping, who is uncertain about accepting it.
• Ximen Ping and Cheng Feng (his homeroom teacher): Cheng Feng tells Ximen Ping about the two choices he has to become a professional.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Mystic Realm becomes quieter after most students leave for winter break.
• Sulu decides not to restrict students from leaving, as he believes only the truly dedicated will return.
• Chu Gufeng, Bai Tong's husband, wants to leave the Mystic Realm, and Sulu agrees to open a passage for him and the school staff.
• Sulu visits the Bai Family villa and learns that Bai Tong is pregnant with a daughter, Bai Ling.
• Sulu reflects on how to oppose the world's will (fate) and decides not to marry or have children to avoid potential "rebellious" protagonists.
• Ximen Ping returns to East City Mystery Academy, eager to continue his studies, and discusses with Han Fan about staying at the school for future holidays.

Character Developments

• Sulu: He shows understanding and acceptance of the world's will, deciding not to marry or have children to avoid potential conflicts. He also reflects on the possibility of his students rebelling against him in the future.
• Ximen Ping: He becomes more determined to stay at the school and continue his studies, even considering becoming a teacher in the future.
• Han Fan: He decides to stay at the school for future holidays to learn more from the teachers and use the library, showing dedication to his studies.

Significant Themes

• Fate and destiny: Sulu contemplates how to defy the world's will and the consequences of doing so.
• Ambition and dedication: Both Sulu and his students show ambition in their pursuit of mystical knowledge, with Sulu aiming to oppose an entire world and his students eager to learn as much as they can.

Character Interactions

• Sulu and Li Weiwei: They discuss the students leaving for winter break and Chu Gufeng's desire to leave the Mystic Realm.
• Sulu and Chu Gufeng: Sulu visits the Bai Family villa and agrees to open a passage for Chu Gufeng and the school staff to leave the Mystic Realm.
• Ximen Ping and Han Fan: They discuss their experiences during the winter break and their plans for future holidays, with both deciding to stay at the school to continue their studies.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The story begins eighteen years later, with Bai Ling, now 17, preparing for her college entrance exams.
• She watches the 'God of Food Challenge' finals, featuring Gourmet Hunters and Master Chefs creating dishes from powerful exotic beasts.
• Team Two, consisting of Gourmet Hunters Zhao Meili and Liu Xing, wins with a dish made from the Deep Sea Demon King, allowing Liu Xing to advance to a fifth-rank Hunter King.

Character Developments

• Bai Ling: A spirited, ambitious 17-year-old who aspires to become a professional and make the rankings. She is determined, competitive, and has a strong will.
• Bai Tong: Bai Ling's mother, who is worried about her daughter's future and disapproves of mentioning Bai Ling's uncle.
• Zhao Meili: A skilled Gourmet Hunter and Bai Ling's idol, who wins the God of Food Challenge with her partner Liu Xing.
• Liu Xing: A talented Gourmet Hunter who advances to a fifth-rank Hunter King after consuming the dish made from the Deep Sea Demon King.

Significant Themes

• Ambition and Determination: Bai Ling and her friends are driven by their desire to succeed and make a name for themselves in the professional world.
• Family and Background: The story explores the tension between Bai Ling and her mother regarding her uncle, hinting at a complex family history.
• Competition and Rivalry: The God of Food Challenge highlights the intense competition among Gourmet Hunters and Master Chefs, as well as the desire to prove oneself and achieve greatness.

Character Interactions

• Bai Ling and Bai Tong: Mother and daughter have a strained relationship, with Bai Tong worrying about Bai Ling's future and disapproving of her mentioning their estranged family member.
• Bai Ling and Mi Jiaying: Best friends who support and encourage each other, sharing their dreams and aspirations for the future.
• Zhao Meili and Liu Xing: Partners in the God of Food Challenge who work together to create a dish that propels Liu Xing to new heights in his career.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The chapter introduces a worldwide educational reform that separates education into martial and academic tracks due to the increasing need for martial artists in a world threatened by supernatural dangers and demonic beasts.
• The martial arts college entrance exam is introduced, which can lead to a bright future and encounters with the "supernatural."
• Bai Ling, a martial arts student, recites the history of the New Century, highlighting key events such as the descent of the Ancient God, Spirit Tides, and the emergence of powerful professionals like the Spirit King, Bai Jing.
• News breaks that the Thunder God has surpassed the Spirit King to become the world's strongest professional, pushing Bai Jing to second place on the Expert Leaderboard.

Character Developments

• Bai Ling is introduced as a martial arts student who idolizes the Spirit King, Bai Jing, and is passionate about martial arts. She is also competitive and has a strong sense of justice.
• Mi Jiaying is Bai Ling's classmate and friend, who is more pragmatic and understands the importance of both martial and academic tracks.
• Li Lü is another classmate who admires the Earth Immortal, Han Fan, and dreams of attending Mountain Sea University to become a cultivator.
• The Spirit King, Bai Jing, is portrayed as a powerful and respected figure, although he has been surpassed by the Thunder God in the latest rankings.

Significant Themes

• The importance of martial arts and professionals in protecting humanity from supernatural threats and demonic beasts.
• The tension between tradition and innovation, as seen in the comparison between East City Mystery Academy and Mountain Sea University.
• The role of education in shaping the future of society and the importance of both martial and academic tracks.

Character Interactions

• Bai Ling interacts with her classmates, Mi Jiaying and Li Lü, discussing their views on martial arts, education, and their future aspirations.
• The students discuss the latest Expert Leaderboard rankings, expressing their admiration for the world's strongest professionals and debating the merits of different schools and universities.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Sulu, the principal of East City Mystery Academy, is unconcerned about losing his world's number one expert title.
• Li Weiwei, the admissions officer, is worried about the academy's declining reputation and wants Sulu to remain as a symbol of prestige.
• Sulu decides to give special admission to his goddaughter, Bai Ling, who is taking the martial arts college entrance exam, under the pretense of her singing talent.

Character Developments

• Sulu is portrayed as lazy, indifferent, and old-fashioned, only caring about tradition and not the academy's reputation.
• Li Weiwei is dedicated to her job and the academy's success, showing concern for its declining reputation and quality of students.
• Bai Ling, though not present, is established as Sulu's goddaughter and a potential world protagonist due to her timing with the Spirit Tide and her connection to the supernatural.

Significant Themes

• The importance of tradition and reputation in the academy's context.
• The influence of the Spirit Tide on the supernatural world and its potential impact on individuals like Bai Ling.
• The power dynamics between the academy and other mystery institutions in Xia Country.

Character Interactions

• Sulu and Li Weiwei have a tense interaction due to Sulu's indifference towards the academy's reputation and Li Weiwei's concern for it.
• Sulu shows affection and concern for Bai Ling, deciding to give her special admission to the academy despite her not meeting the usual requirements.
• Sulu reflects on Bai Ling's past and her potential as a world protagonist, hinting at his plans for her future.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Sulu, the principal of East City Mystery Academy, plans to admit Bai Ling to keep an eye on her.
• Sulu reflects on his past and current strength, aiming to summon his true body and gain authority over the world's gods.
• Recruitment season is approaching, and Sulu reminisces about his academy's first class, including Ximen Ping and Han Fan.
• Sulu invites Ximen Ping for a walk downtown to see his niece.
• Bai Ling feels an inexplicable chill and has a bad premonition, just as an Iron-Crowned Eagle demonic beast attacks the city.

Character Developments

• Sulu: Reveals his past class progression and current plans to gain more power. He also shows interest in inciting conflict between his former students.
• Ximen Ping: Remains calm and collected despite the betrayal by his former classmate and roommate, Han Fan. He chooses to live a peaceful life and has no desire for revenge.
• Bai Ling: Experiences a sudden chill and has a bad premonition, indicating that something ominous might be approaching.

Significant Themes

• Power and ambition: Sulu's desire to gain more strength and authority.
• Betrayal and forgiveness: Ximen Ping's response to Han Fan's actions.
• Premonitions and omens: Bai Ling's feeling of impending danger.

Character Interactions

• Sulu and Ximen Ping: Sulu invites Ximen Ping for a walk downtown, showing interest in his former student's life.
• Bai Ling and Mi Jiaying: The two friends discuss Bai Ling's sudden chill and the approaching Iron-Crowned Eagle demonic beast.

Key Plot Points

• A mutated demonic beast, the Iron-Crowned Eagle, attacks East City.
• Han Fan, the 'Earth Immortal,' arrives and saves the city by killing the beast and using his grotto-heaven to dispose of the corpse.
• Han Fan meets Bai Ling and reveals he knows her family, hinting at his connection to the Spirit King.

Character Developments

• Bai Ling: Shows her connection to the powerful Han Fan and the Spirit King, hinting at her own background.
• Mi Jiaying: Discovers Bai Ling's secret and becomes excited, later helping her escape the paparazzi-like crowd.

Significant Themes

• Power and influence: Han Fan's arrival demonstrates the power of cultivators and the influence of the Spirit King.
• Secrets and revelations: Bai Ling's secret is revealed, highlighting the theme of hidden truths and their consequences.

Character Interactions

• Bai Ling and Mi Jiaying: Their friendship is tested and strengthened as they face the revelation of Bai Ling's background and the ensuing chaos.
• Han Fan and Bai Ling: Uncle and niece reunite, with Han Fan hinting at his connection to the Spirit King and Bai Ling's family history.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Han Fan hosts Sulu and Ximen Ping in his Earth Immortal's Blessed Land.
• They discuss the threat of the 'Ocean Kingdom,' a coalition of intelligent sea beasts led by Wave-Riding Fishmen and worshipping sea beast emperors.
• A meeting to discuss strategies against the Ocean Kingdom is planned for three days later in the East Sea.

Character Developments

• Han Fan: Reveals his Blessed Land, shows humility in his understanding of the Earth Immortal path, and expresses concern about the threat of the Ocean Kingdom.
• Sulu: Demonstrates his understanding of dimensions by leaving Han Fan's Blessed Land without his consent, indicating his superior comprehension of dimensional principles.

Significant Themes

• The threat posed by the Ocean Kingdom and the need for a coordinated response.
• The importance of understanding and controlling dimensions in the cultivation world.
• The power dynamics and politics within Heavenly Net.

Character Interactions

• Han Fan and Sulu: They discuss the Ocean Kingdom threat and the upcoming meeting, with Sulu displaying his superior understanding of dimensions.
• Han Fan and Huang Minghao: They discuss a plan to remove Bai Jing (the Spirit King) from power, with Huang Minghao revealing his ambition to use Dimensional Lockdown technology against Earth Immortals.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Bai Ling meets with Sulu in a café, where he gives her a gift before leaving for the East Sea to deal with sea beasts.
• Three days later, Sulu arrives at the East Sea on a massive warship with other top-tier professionals, including Zi, Wang Chaoqun, and Liu Xiaodang.
• Sulu reveals that the plan involves locating and eliminating the Wave-Treading Merman King and other Beast Emperors, with the support of a large-scale campaign against deep-sea mermen.
• Sulu learns that prominent Western superhumans, including 'Thunder God,' 'Professor,' and 'Daughter of the Phoenix,' will be joining the operation.

Character Developments

• Bai Ling: Shows determination to pass her college entrance exams and concern for Sulu's safety.
• Sulu: Reveals his strategic thinking and concern for the fate of humanity, while also showing a more serious and intimidating side to Bai Ling.
• Zi: Demonstrates maturity and professionalism, providing details about the operation and the involvement of Western superhumans.

Significant Themes

• The conflict between humanity and monster beasts, with the formation of an alien kingdom posing a significant threat.
• The gathering of top-tier professionals from both Xia Country and the West to combat this threat, highlighting the global scale of the problem.
• The potential sacrifice of many lives in the upcoming war, emphasizing the high stakes involved.

Character Interactions

• Bai Ling and Sulu: Their conversation in the café shows Bai Ling's respect and affection for Sulu, as well as her concern for his safety.
• Sulu and Zi: Their reunion at the East Sea reveals Zi's professionalism and Sulu's strategic mindset, as they discuss the operation and the involvement of Western superhumans.
• Sulu and the other classholders: Sulu is greeted with respect and deference by the other classholders, highlighting his status as Xia Country's number one superhuman and the founder of the first Mystery Academy.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Humanity launches a large-scale war against demonic beast tribes, including the Wave-Riding Fishmen.
• A group of powerful professionals, including Sulu, Zi, Tony, and the Professor, gather on a ship to embark on a mission to destroy the Wave-Riding Fishmen King.
• The group dives into the sea using advanced enchantment technology, aiming to reach the Wave-Riding Fishmen's territory undetected.
• The Wave-Riding Fishmen King prepares for an impending human attack, confident in their ability to defend their territory in the sea.

Character Developments

• Sulu: He shows no reaction to Tony's provocation, demonstrating his composure and maturity. He also expresses admiration for the fusion of mysticism and technology.
• Tony: Despite his flamboyant and effeminate behavior, Tony is a powerful and respected figure among the group.
• Zi: She takes charge of the mission, finalizing the next course of action and issuing orders to the group.
• The Wave-Riding Fishmen King: He displays confidence in his people's ability to defend their territory and defeat the humans.

Significant Themes

• The conflict between humanity and demonic beast tribes.
• The fusion of mysticism and technology, represented by the advanced enchantment technology used by the humans.
• The Wave-Riding Fishmen's belief in their superiority as rulers of the sea.

Character Interactions

• Sulu and Tony: Their interaction shows Sulu's maturity and composure in the face of Tony's provocation.
• Zi and Tony: Zi rolls her eyes at Tony's behavior, showing her exasperation with his flamboyant personality.
• The Wave-Riding Fishmen King and his subordinate: Their interaction highlights the king's confidence in his people's ability to defend their territory.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Wave-Riding Fishmen, led by their golden Fishman King, plan to ambush humanity's top experts in the Samatina Trench.
• A stealth vessel carrying a team of professionals, including Zi, the Professor, Tony (Thor), Sulu, Phoenix Girl, and Han Fan, approaches the trench.
• They encounter a colossal sea beast, far larger than any fifth-tier professional, which they initially fail to detect.
• Surrounded by over a hundred sea beast emperors, the team realizes they've fallen into a trap.
• Tony (Thor) engages the sea beasts, successfully killing one but encountering a more powerful turtle emperor.
• Han Fan uses his mysticism powers to send the low-rank professionals to safety.

Character Developments

• Tony (Thor) demonstrates his formidable combat skills against the sea beast emperors.
• Han Fan reveals his ability to use mysticism to transport others to safety.
• Zi and the Professor show concern for the safety of their team and the mission's objectives.
• Sulu remains calm and analytical, questioning the possibility of a human traitor.

Significant Themes

• The power and danger of the deep sea and its inhabitants.
• The importance of teamwork and strategic planning in the face of overwhelming odds.
• The potential consequences of underestimating one's enemies.

Character Interactions

• Zi and the Professor work together to assess the situation and make decisions.
• Tony (Thor) and Sulu exchange words, with Tony showing off his combat prowess and Sulu questioning the mission's planning.
• Han Fan takes decisive action to protect the low-rank professionals, demonstrating his unique abilities and commitment to the team's survival.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The professionals and sea beasts engage in battle underwater.
• Sulu, Zi, Han Fan, Tony, and Gil teleport to the Merman King's palace.
• The group faces patrolling mermen and enters the palace.
• The Merman King, upon seeing the intruders, summons a powerful storm.

Character Developments

• Sulu reveals his ability to teleport people, though he initially kept it hidden.
• Zi expresses frustration and anger at Sulu's revelation.
• The Merman King demonstrates its ability to control weather, indicating its formidable power.

Significant Themes

• The underestimation of the Wave-Riding Fishmen's capabilities and their potential to rule the ocean.
• The importance of revealing all one's abilities at the right time and place.
• The necessity of prioritizing the greater good over personal feelings or losses.

Character Interactions

• Sulu and Zi have a tense exchange due to Sulu's revelation and Zi's frustration.
• The group discusses and agrees to continue their mission to kill the Merman King.
• The Merman King and the intruders face off, showcasing their respective powers.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A tornado connects heaven and earth, and Han Fan, an Earth Immortal, freezes the storm with a single sword strike.
• The adventurer squad, led by Sulu, battles the Fishman King, with Sulu ultimately killing it using his Spirit Mediumship Technique, turning the king into a marble statue.
• The Fishman King's death leads to the defeat of the sea beasts across the board, removing a significant threat to East City.

Character Developments

• Han Fan demonstrates his immense power as an Earth Immortal.
• Sulu showcases his formidable mysticism skills, easily defeating the powerful Fishman King.
• Zi expresses concern for her colleagues and dissatisfaction with Bai Jing's cold-blooded behavior.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics between humans and sea creatures, with the Fishman King's defeat shifting the balance in favor of humanity.
• The consequences of delayed action, as Bai Jing's inaction leads to the suffering of his colleagues.

Character Interactions

• Han Fan and Sulu work together to defeat the Fishman King, showcasing their complementary skills.
• Zi expresses her frustration with Bai Jing's lack of concern for his colleagues, hinting at potential internal conflicts within the squad.
• The Fishman King's death leads to a shift in power dynamics, with the sea beasts suffering a crushing defeat.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Bai Ling, Mi Jiaying, and Li Lü finish their college entrance exams.
• They receive news of a successful joint military operation against the Fishman King, but at a heavy cost of top experts' lives.
• Bai Ling starts her summer vacation, which is filled with mental training and secretive activities.
• She arrives at East City Mystery Academy for the new school year, greeted by Li Weiwei.
• Bai Ling uses a Memory Seal to temporarily forget her recent past to avoid detection by Principal Sulu/Bai Jing.

Character Developments

• Bai Ling: Becomes more determined to become useful to humanity after learning about the sacrifices made in the military operation. She also starts using the Memory Seal to protect her secrets.
• Li Lü: Decides to strive for a martial arts university and become a guardian of humanity after learning about the sacrifices.
• Mi Jiaying: Also becomes more determined to become useful and starts school early.

Significant Themes

• Sacrifice for the greater good.
• The weight of responsibility.
• The importance of memory and identity.

Character Interactions

• Bai Ling, Mi Jiaying, and Li Lü support each other after learning about the military operation's casualties.
• Bai Ling interacts with Li Weiwei upon arrival at the academy.
• Bai Ling meets with Principal Sulu/Bai Jing, using the Memory Seal to hide her recent memories.