Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chang Bin confides in Xiang Kun about his fiancée Wang Han's family causing him discomfort due to their interference and expectations.
• Chang Bin shares instances of Wang Han's parents' intrusive behavior, such as replacing his furniture and cat food without his consent.
• Wang Han's brother offers Chang Bin a job with better pay and benefits, suggesting he join their company.

Character Developments

• Chang Bin: Struggles with maintaining his independence and self-respect while navigating his fiancée's family's expectations and interference.
• Wang Han: Not directly present but implied to be understanding and accommodating towards her family's wishes, potentially causing tension with Chang Bin.

Significant Themes

• Self-respect and maintaining independence in the face of external pressure.
• The impact of family expectations and interference on personal relationships and decisions.
• The complexities and challenges of marriage and in-law relationships.

Character Interactions

• Xiang Kun and Chang Bin: Xiang Kun listens and offers advice as Chang Bin vents about his frustrations regarding Wang Han's family.
• Chang Bin and Wang Han (implied): Their relationship is strained due to Wang Han's family's interference, with Chang Bin feeling uncomfortable and Wang Han potentially feeling torn between her family and fiancé.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chang Bin shares his recent work struggles with Xiang Kun, revealing his pride and determination despite facing setbacks.
• Xiang Kun, moved by Chang Bin's story and reflecting on his own and Zicheng's struggles, decides to sing "A Real Man" a cappella on stage at the bar.

Character Developments

• Chang Bin: Shows vulnerability and emotional depth, revealing his pride and resilience despite facing career challenges.
• Xiang Kun: Demonstrates emotional growth and support for his friend, overcoming his initial reluctance to sing in public.

Significant Themes

• Pride and resilience in the face of adversity.
• The importance of emotional support and understanding among friends.
• The universal nature of struggles and setbacks.

Character Interactions

• Xiang Kun and Chang Bin: Their heart-to-heart conversation leads to a deeper understanding and emotional connection between the two friends.
• Xiang Kun and the Bar Audience: Xiang Kun's impromptu a cappella performance captivates the audience, highlighting the power of emotional expression and connection.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xiang Kun sings a song at a bar, captivating everyone present.
• He experiments with his new ability, Enhanced Effect, by transmitting his emotions and influencing others' perceptions through eye contact.
• The customers experience vivid hallucinations related to Xiang Kun's emotions and see scenes from his mind.

Character Developments

• Xiang Kun discovers a new aspect of his ability, Enhanced Effect, which allows him to project his emotions and influence others' perceptions more deeply.
• Chang Bin, Xiang Kun's friend, is amazed by Xiang Kun's singing and the subsequent hallucinations he experiences.

Significant Themes

• The power of emotion and its influence on people.
• The blurred line between reality and illusion.
• The exploration of new abilities and their potential consequences.

Character Interactions

• Xiang Kun interacts with the customers at the bar, influencing their perceptions and emotions through his singing and eye contact.
• Xiang Kun jokes with Chang Bin about the latter's hallucination, showing their friendly relationship.
• The waiter at the bar shows appreciation for Xiang Kun's singing and invites him to sing another song.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xiang Kun eavesdrops on patrons affected by his abilities, confirming their experiences.
• Yang Jie and her brother approach Xiang Kun, leading to a deduction of their relationship.
• Chang Bin is accosted by a group of young men after a minor accident, prompting Xiang Kun's intervention.

Character Developments

• Xiang Kun demonstrates his observational and deductive skills, impressing Yang Jie and her brother.
• Chang Bin shows restraint in the face of provocation, avoiding a confrontation.
• The young men who accost Chang Bin display typical alpha male behavior, but back down when confronted by Xiang Kun.

Significant Themes

• The power of observation and deduction in understanding people and situations.
• The influence of Xiang Kun's abilities on those around him.
• The dynamics of peer pressure and group behavior.

Character Interactions

• Xiang Kun interacts with Yang Jie and her brother, showcasing his deductive skills.
• Chang Bin and Xiang Kun's dynamic is one of mutual respect and support.
• The young men who accost Chang Bin initially display aggressive behavior but back down when faced with Xiang Kun's presence.

Key Plot Points

• Yang Jie and her brother encounter Xiang Kun at a bar.
• A group of young men harass Chang Bin, but Xiang Kun intervenes and intimidates them.
• Xiang Kun and Chang Bin leave the bar, running into Qin Dong, the bar owner, who fears Xiang Kun.
• Yang Jie's brother becomes a fan of Xiang Kun after witnessing the events.

Character Developments

• Xiang Kun: Shows confidence and assertiveness in handling the situation at the bar, demonstrating personal growth.
• Yang Jie's brother: Develops an admiration for Xiang Kun after seeing his actions.
• Qin Dong: Continues to fear Xiang Kun due to his past encounters.

Significant Themes

• Personal growth and change: Xiang Kun's transformation from a timid individual to someone who can handle conflicts calmly.
• Fear and respect: Qin Dong's fear of Xiang Kun, which has grown into respect for his perceived power and connections.

Character Interactions

• Xiang Kun and Chang Bin: Their friendship deepens as Chang Bin notices Xiang Kun's changes and encourages him to pursue his dreams.
• Yang Jie and her brother: Yang Jie tries to keep her brother focused on his studies while he becomes fascinated by Xiang Kun.
• Xiang Kun and Qin Dong: Their brief encounter reinforces Qin Dong's fear of Xiang Kun.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chang Bin and Xiang Kun go drinking; Xiang Kun sings at the bar, showcasing his abilities.
• Xiang Kun walks home, pondering the applications and differences between his abilities and Guo Tianxiang's.
• Xiang Kun returns home, planning to search Guo Tianxiang's memories for clues about "Self-Fear Projection."

Character Developments

• Xiang Kun continues to explore and understand his abilities, seeking to replicate "Self-Fear Projection."
• Xiang Kun reflects on Guo Tianxiang's specialization in influencing human consciousness, comparing it to biological specialization.

Significant Themes

• The power of influencing and controlling others' consciousness.
• The concept of specialization in evolution and survival.
• The potential applications of Xiang Kun's abilities in various fields.

Character Interactions

• Xiang Kun interacts with pedestrians and animals on his walk home, attempting to trigger "Self-Fear Projection" without success.
• Xiang Kun compares himself to Guo Tianxiang, analyzing the strengths and weaknesses of their respective abilities.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xiang Kun compares Guo Tianxiang's memories to txt files with no chronological order or dates.
• He searches for targeted training memories using repetition as a keyword but finds mostly sexual encounters.
• Xiang Kun studies these memories academically, noting his own mutation's effect on sexual desire.
• He fails to find effective ways to search for specific abilities like Eye-Contact Hypnosis or Self-Fear Projection.
• Xiang Kun decides to visit places Guo Tianxiang frequented to awaken more memories.
• He inspects Guo Tianxiang's phone remotely to avoid detection.

Character Developments

• Xiang Kun demonstrates self-control over his sexual desires post-mutation.
• He shows academic curiosity and analytical skills in studying Guo Tianxiang's memories.
• Xiang Kun exhibits caution and strategic thinking in planning his next steps.

Significant Themes

• Mutation and Evolution: Xiang Kun explores Guo Tianxiang's memories to understand his mutation and evolution.
• Control vs. Being Controlled: Xiang Kun's ability to control his desires contrasts with Guo Tianxiang's apparent lack of control.
• Memory and Knowledge: Xiang Kun's struggle to access and understand Guo Tianxiang's memories highlights the power and limitations of memory as a source of knowledge.

Character Interactions

• Xiang Kun interacts with Guo Tianxiang's memories, trying to understand and learn from them.
• Though not present, Mi Qiao's memories provide useful information about Guo Tianxiang's life.
• Xiang Kun considers potential enemies or pursuers who might be looking for Guo Tianxiang.

Key Plot Points

• Xiang Kun discovers Guo Tianxiang's financial assets and decides not to claim them due to potential risks.
• He tracks a magical coin he gave to a girl, Liu Shiling, to Star City.
• Xiang Kun coincidentally meets Liu Shiling and her mother outside her kindergarten.

Character Developments

• Xiang Kun demonstrates caution and restraint when considering Guo Tianxiang's wealth.
• Liu Shiling shows curiosity and attachment to the magical coin, wanting to learn magic like Xiang Kun.

Significant Themes

• The power of perception and intuition, shown through Xiang Kun's ability to track the coin and Liu Shiling's recognition of it.
• The theme of coincidence and fate, as Xiang Kun unexpectedly meets Liu Shiling and her mother.

Character Interactions

• Xiang Kun interacts with Liu Shiling and her mother, showing kindness and patience towards the girl.
• Liu Shiling is excited to see Xiang Kun and shows off the coin he gave her, while her mother is pleasantly surprised to see him as well.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xiang Kun gives Liu Shiling an A4 sheet folded into a paper crane, claiming it's "magic paper" that will help her become a magical girl.
• Shiling's Mother invites Xiang Kun for a meal, but he declines and leaves.
• Xiang Kun takes a high-speed train to Yangcheng City to investigate Guo Tianxiang.
• He observes the area around Guo's clinic from multiple elevated positions, noticing a suspicious black Passat parked nearby.
• Xiang Kun eavesdrops on the passengers in the Passat, learning they are police officers on stakeout, waiting for a suspect.
• He leaves the area without approaching the clinic.

Character Developments

• Xiang Kun demonstrates his origami skills and plays along with Liu Shiling's imagination, showing a softer side.
• He shows caution and thoroughness in his investigation, using multiple observation points and eavesdropping to gather information.
• Shiling's Mother shows concern for her daughter's well-being but also seems to accept Xiang Kun's influence on her.

Significant Themes

• The power of imagination and belief in magic, as seen through Liu Shiling's interaction with Xiang Kun.
• The theme of investigation and gathering information, as Xiang Kun observes and listens to uncover the truth.

Character Interactions

• Xiang Kun interacts with Liu Shiling and her mother, playing along with Liu Shiling's belief in magic while also showing respect for her mother.
• The police officers in the Passat interact with each other, revealing their frustration with the stakeout and their suspicion that the suspect may have slipped away.
• Xiang Kun does not interact directly with the police officers but eavesdrops on their conversation, learning valuable information.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xiang Kun plants a GPS tracker on a black Passat, suspecting the occupants are police officers.
• He realizes the police are likely watching Guo Tianxiang, who is under investigation for multiple serious crimes.
• Xiang Kun visits Guo Tianxiang's clinic and residence in Yangcheng City, finding police surveillance at the clinic but not at the residence.
• Tang Baona sends Xiang Kun a video of his bar performance, threatening to share it in their group chat unless he agrees to make her a rabbit feast.

Character Developments

• Xiang Kun demonstrates his cunning and caution in evading police attention and retrieving Guo Tianxiang's memories.
• Tang Baona shows her playful and mischievous side, using Xiang Kun's embarrassing video as leverage.

Significant Themes

• Surveillance and Investigation: The police's constant watch on Guo Tianxiang's clinic highlights their thorough investigation methods, while Xiang Kun's careful maneuvers emphasize the cat-and-mouse game between him and the authorities.
• Memory and Identity: Xiang Kun's attempt to connect Guo Tianxiang's memory fragments explores the theme of identity and the importance of memories in shaping one's self.
• Embarrassment and Vulnerability: Xiang Kun's reaction to the video of his bar performance reveals his vulnerability and capacity for embarrassment, contrasting with his otherwise calculating demeanor.

Character Interactions

• Xiang Kun and the Police: Xiang Kun's interactions with the police are indirect but tense, as he tries to avoid detection while gathering information about Guo Tianxiang's case.
• Xiang Kun and Tang Baona: Their playful banter over the video showcases their friendly relationship, with Tang Baona using the video as a lighthearted way to engage with Xiang Kun.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xiang Kun discovers a video of himself singing in a bar, which goes viral on social media.
• He realizes that even after the effects of "Emotional Assimilation" fade, those affected remain influenced by their personal experiences and memories.
• Xiang Kun uses the surroundings to search Guo Tianxiang's memories, finding valuable information about his first victims and his ability to drink red wine.
• He discovers that the Ballpoint Pen Tip is now inside the Yangcheng City Police Department, indicating that plainclothes police officers are monitoring Guo Tianxiang's clinic.

Character Developments

• Xiang Kun demonstrates his analytical and deductive skills, piecing together information from Guo Tianxiang's memories and the environment.
• Guo Tianxiang's memories reveal his past actions and habits, including his first victims and his ability to drink red wine.

Significant Themes

• The influence of personal experiences and memories on perception and judgment.
• The use of environment and surroundings to trigger and access memories.
• The discovery of unusual abilities and behaviors in Guo Tianxiang.

Character Interactions

• Xiang Kun interacts with Tang Baona through WeChat, discussing his singing and plans for a rabbit feast.
• Xiang Kun's thoughts and actions are influenced by Guo Tianxiang's memories, leading him to investigate the police department.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xiang Kun investigates Guo Tianxiang's case by eavesdropping outside the police bureau and visiting the airport and train station, but finds no useful information.
• He discovers that Mi Qiao's Zhihu account has been deleted.
• On the high-speed train, Xiang Kun witnesses a man occupying a first-class seat, which angers him.

Character Developments

• Xiang Kun's violent tendencies increase due to his mutation, making him more prone to solving problems with physical altercations.
• He exhibits self-restraint in not directly confronting the seat-occupying man to avoid potential backlash or detention.

Significant Themes

• The power of public opinion and social media shaming, as seen in the passengers' extreme reaction to the seat-occupying man.
• The consequences of Xiang Kun's mutation on his behavior and rationality.

Character Interactions

• Xiang Kun feels empathy for the female attendant harassed by the seat-occupying man but refrains from intervening directly.
• Passengers on the train collectively express their anger towards the seat-occupying man, with some even threatening violence.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xiang Kun, a vampire, uses his ability 'Emotional Assimilation' to stir up passengers' emotions against a seat-hogger on a train, leading to the man fleeing in embarrassment.
• Xiang Kun returns home, cares for his pets (a canary and rabbits), and discovers one of the rabbits is pregnant.
• He attempts to drink wine, but his stomach rejects it. He then discovers that Guo Tianxiang, whose memories he possesses, drinks blood mixed with wine without issue.
• Xiang Kun tests this method by drinking rabbit blood mixed with wine and experiences a strange sensation in his stomach.

Character Developments

• Xiang Kun demonstrates his ability to influence emotions and regrets not being born in an era where he could use it to command armies.
• He shows concern for his pets, indicating a level of responsibility and care.
• Xiang Kun exhibits curiosity and a willingness to experiment when he tests the blood-wine mixture.

Significant Themes

• The power and limitations of Xiang Kun's abilities.
• The struggle between Xiang Kun's vampire nature and his human-like emotions and morality.
• The contrast between Xiang Kun's current life and the ancient times he wishes he was born in.

Character Interactions

• Xiang Kun interacts with the passengers on the train, influencing their emotions and actions.
• He cares for his pets, showing a bond with them.
• There's no direct human interaction in this chapter, but Xiang Kun's thoughts and actions are influenced by Guo Tianxiang's memories.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xiang Kun experiments with Guo Tianxiang's method of drinking red wine mixed with blood to adapt his digestive system.
• He discovers that his body adapts to digesting watermelon juice mixed with blood after several attempts.
• Xiang Kun invites Tang Baona for dinner and prepares a rabbit feast.

Character Developments

• Xiang Kun: He becomes more determined to understand and control his condition, experimenting with different methods to adapt his digestive system. He also shows consideration for others, inviting Tang Baona for dinner.
• Tang Baona: She remains friendly and open-minded, accepting Xiang Kun's unusual lifestyle and dietary habits. She also shows interest in Xiang Kun's new pet, a canary.

Significant Themes

• Adaptation and change: Xiang Kun's experiments with his digestive system reflect his desire to adapt to his condition and find ways to live a more normal life.
• Friendship and acceptance: Tang Baona's willingness to join Xiang Kun for dinner and her understanding of his unique situation highlight the importance of friendship and acceptance in their relationship.

Character Interactions

• Xiang Kun and Tang Baona: Their interaction shows a growing friendship and mutual understanding. Tang Baona accepts Xiang Kun's invitation for dinner, and they share a pleasant time together.
• Xiang Kun and the canary: Xiang Kun shows concern for the canary's well-being, ensuring that Tang Baona doesn't accidentally get pooped on by the bird. The canary, in turn, seems to show a preference for Tang Baona.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xiang Kun continues cooking, demonstrating exceptional skill despite his short learning period.
• Tang Baona explores Xiang Kun's home, discovering his failed attempts at carving a Saber wood sculpture.
• Tang Baona asks for the unfinished Saber carving and suggests naming the canary 'Gold Glitter'.
• Xiang Kun serves a rabbit-based dinner, with dishes adjusted to suit Tang Baona's tastes.
• Tang Baona enjoys the meal, while Xiang Kun observes her reactions to analyze her preferences.

Character Developments

• Xiang Kun: Shows remarkable cooking skills and dedication to improving his dishes based on Tang Baona's preferences. He also begins to form a bond with the canary, naming it 'Gold Glitter'.
• Tang Baona: Enjoys the meal and appreciates Xiang Kun's cooking efforts. She also shows interest in Xiang Kun's wood carving and the canary, suggesting a name for it.

Significant Themes

• Food and cooking: The chapter revolves around Xiang Kun's cooking and Tang Baona's enjoyment of the meal, highlighting the theme of food as a means of connection and communication between people.
• Observation and analysis: Xiang Kun's exceptional sensory abilities allow him to analyze Tang Baona's reactions to the food, demonstrating his keen observational skills and attention to detail.
• Bonding and connection: Despite their initial meeting through a blind date, Xiang Kun and Tang Baona begin to form a bond, with Xiang Kun showing consideration for Tang Baona's tastes and Tang Baona appreciating his efforts.

Character Interactions

• Xiang Kun and Tang Baona: Their interaction is centered around the meal, with Xiang Kun cooking and serving the dishes, and Tang Baona enjoying and praising them. They also discuss the canary and the unfinished Saber carving, showing a growing comfort and familiarity with each other.
• Tang Baona and the group chat: Tang Baona shares pictures of the meal with Yang Zhen'er and Xia Libing, engaging in playful banter with them.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xiang Kun and Tang Baona go for a walk in the park after a heavy meal.
• Tang Baona shares her past interests in music and filmmaking, and her decision not to pursue them professionally.
• Xiang Kun instinctively catches a soccer ball to protect Tang Baona, impressing her.
• Tang Baona reveals that her friend Linlin and her husband are planning to divorce due to a trivial argument.

Character Developments

• Xiang Kun: Shows his athletic prowess and quick reflexes, but remains humble about it. Reflects on his past and his current situation, deciding not to pursue a deeper relationship with Tang Baona due to his secretive lifestyle and responsibilities.
• Tang Baona: Opens up about her past interests and her friend's marital problems, showing vulnerability and trust in Xiang Kun.

Significant Themes

• Timing: Xiang Kun remembers Chang Bin's advice about confessing to a girl at the right time, which he relates to his current situation with Tang Baona.
• Responsibility: Xiang Kun feels he cannot bear the responsibility of a relationship or family due to his secretive lifestyle and the potential danger he poses.

Character Interactions

• Xiang Kun and Tang Baona: Their friendship deepens as they share personal stories and experiences. Tang Baona expresses admiration for Xiang Kun's athletic skills, while Xiang Kun shows understanding and concern for Tang Baona's friend's marital problems. Xiang Kun also reassures Tang Baona that he will not forget about the rabbit meat feasts he owes her.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chang Bin arranges a date between Xiang Kun and a middle school teacher.
• Xiang Kun meets the teacher but the date doesn't go as planned due to his over-preparation and her unexpected preferences.
• Xia Libing practices her acting skills at home.
• Tang Baona and Yang Zhen'er chat about marriage and boyfriends.
• Liu Chuang receives a call from his mother on the Mid-Autumn Festival and picks up custom-made mooncakes from a Chinese restaurant.

Character Developments

• Xiang Kun: Struggles with over-preparation and adapting to his date's unexpected preferences.
• Xia Libing: Practices her acting skills, showing dedication to her craft.
• Tang Baona: Discusses marriage and boyfriends with Yang Zhen'er, revealing her reluctance to marry.
• Liu Chuang: Shows emotion and homesickness while talking to his mother and eating mooncakes alone.

Significant Themes

• Preparation vs. Adaptability: Xiang Kun's over-preparation leads to disappointment, highlighting the importance of adaptability.
• Family and Home: The Mid-Autumn Festival special emphasizes the importance of family and home, with characters like Liu Chuang and Xia Libing expressing their longing for home.

Character Interactions

• Chang Bin and Wang Han: Discuss Xiang Kun's date and Chang Bin's upcoming dinner with Wang Han's father.
• Xiang Kun and the Teacher: Their date doesn't go as planned due to Xiang Kun's over-preparation and the teacher's unexpected preferences.
• Tang Baona and Yang Zhen'er: Chat about marriage and boyfriends, showing their close friendship.
• Liu Chuang and his Mother: Talk about Liu Chuang's company and express their love and support for each other.

Plot Points and Events

• Tang Baona takes Xiang Kun's half-finished woodcarving to her grandfather's house.
• Her sister, Tang Baoting, is there with her boyfriend, discussing marriage.
• Old Master Feng, impressed by Xiang Kun's work, asks Tang Baona to inquire if Xiang Kun has any works for sale.
• Tang Baona suggests Xiang Kun could make money by selling his woodcarvings, but Xiang Kun is hesitant due to the effort involved.
• Xiang Kun starts carving a new piece at home, inspired by Guo Tianxiang's memories.

Character Developments

• Tang Baona shows pride in Xiang Kun's work and tries to help him monetize his talent.
• Xiang Kun struggles with what to carve and considers the implications of Guo Tianxiang's memories.

Significant Themes

• The value of art and craftsmanship.
• The struggle between artistic integrity and commercialization.
• The influence of past experiences on present actions.

Character Interactions

• Tang Baona and her grandfather discuss Xiang Kun's woodcarving, leading to a potential business opportunity.
• Tang Baona and Xiang Kun communicate about selling his woodcarvings, with Tang Baona encouraging and Xiang Kun being cautious.
• Xiang Kun's thoughts about Guo Tianxiang's memories influence his new carving.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xiang Kun completes a wooden carving of his fear projection, an eight-armed, eight-eyed monster.
• He receives an offer to lead a project in Pengcheng but declines due to his unique circumstances.
• Tang Baona and Yang Zhen'er visit Xiang Kun for dinner, and Tang Baona takes the wooden carving with her.

Character Developments

• Xiang Kun shows improvement in his woodcarving skills, completing a complex sculpture on his first try.
• Tang Baona and Yang Zhen'er's friendship is highlighted, with Yang Zhen'er teasing Tang Baona about her feelings for Xiang Kun.

Significant Themes

• Xiang Kun's fear projection and his acceptance of it, symbolized by the wooden carving.
• The contrast between Xiang Kun's unique abilities and his desire for a normal life.
• The friendship between Tang Baona and Yang Zhen'er, and their differing tastes in food.

Character Interactions

• Xiang Kun interacts with Tang Baona and Yang Zhen'er over dinner, catering to both of their tastes.
• Tang Baona and Yang Zhen'er discuss Xiang Kun's talents and Yang Zhen'er encourages Tang Baona to pursue him.
• Xiang Kun communicates with Gold Glitter, demonstrating his unique connection with the bird.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Tang Baona shows her grandfather the eight-armed, eight-eyed wood carving made by Xiang Kun.
• Mr. Feng examines the carving and deduces that the carver is a young, capable, and confident man.
• Tang Baona pays Xiang Kun five thousand yuan for the carving and promises to invite him to meet her grandfather.
• Yang Zhen'er consults her cousin, Xia Libing, a psychiatrist, about the psychological implications of the carving.

Character Developments

• Mr. Feng demonstrates his keen observational skills and ability to infer details about the carver's personality from the carving.
• Tang Baona shows her affection and protectiveness towards Xiang Kun.
• Xiang Kun is surprised by the price Tang Baona paid for the carving and decides to treat such projects as favors rather than a source of income.

Significant Themes

• The power of observation and inference, as seen through Mr. Feng's analysis of the carving.
• The value of craftsmanship and the relationship between time spent and income earned, as reflected in Xiang Kun's thoughts.

Character Interactions

• Tang Baona and Mr. Feng discuss the carving, with Mr. Feng sharing his insights about the carver's personality.
• Yang Zhen'er and Xia Libing discuss the psychological implications of the carving, with Xia Libing providing a professional but unhelpful perspective.