Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Qi Qingmo, excited by the powerful energy in the Origin Land, decides to explore it.
• She encounters guards at City No. 36, easily evades them, and flies away.
• She stops above a forest and is attacked by a Thousand-Meter Tree Dragon controlled by a Divine Plant Cult member.
• After defeating the Tree Dragon and its controller, Qi Qingmo collects Blood Bath Pills and blue crystals from the corpses.
• She refines the blue crystals but fails to integrate them into her Spirit Apertures.
• In Twisted Valley, the No. 1 Deputy City Lord, Qin Baiyuan, and 28 Exotic Human-level geniuses are ambushed by the Divine Plant Cult.
• Qin Baiyuan sacrifices himself to buy time for the geniuses to escape, but they are all captured except for Luo Qianxue, who briefly escapes before being recaptured.
• Qi Qingmo appears above the battlefield, surprising the Divine Plant Cult experts.

Character Developments

• Qi Qingmo demonstrates her immense power, easily defeating powerful enemies and collecting resources.
• Qin Baiyuan shows selflessness and determination to protect the 28 geniuses, even at the cost of his own life.
• Luo Qianxue tries to escape but ultimately fails, showing resilience and resourcefulness.

Significant Themes

• Power and strength: Qi Qingmo's power is unmatched, while Qin Baiyuan's strength is not enough to save the geniuses.
• Sacrifice: Qin Baiyuan is willing to sacrifice himself for the greater good, while the geniuses are unwilling to detonate themselves.
• Resourcefulness: Qi Qingmo and Luo Qianxue both show quick thinking and adaptability in different situations.

Character Interactions

• Qi Qingmo interacts with the Divine Plant Cult members, defeating them and collecting their resources.
• Qin Baiyuan interacts with the 28 geniuses, trying to save them and ultimately sacrificing himself for their escape.
• Luo Qianxue interacts with the Divine Plant Cult members, trying to escape but ultimately failing.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A mysterious woman in Daoist robes, Qi Qingmo, appears and instantly kills four Divine Plant Cult powerhouses, saving Qin Baiyuan and the others.
• She marks Luo Qianxue, saying her blood might be useful and that she'll find her when needed.
• In City No. 36, a flock of Thunderbird Beasts attacks, and a Thunder Dragon appears. The city's powerhouses struggle to fight it, and a traitor from the Divine Plant Cult, A-Kun, reveals himself.
• Qi Qingmo appears again, killing A-Kun and the Thunder Dragon, then collects the blood mist of the dead into Blood Bath Pills.
• The Divine Plant Cult's Cult Leader learns about Qi Qingmo's actions and orders the First Elder, Ku He, to occupy Shanhai City immediately.

Character Developments

• Qi Qingmo: Introduced as a powerful, mysterious woman with unknown motives. She seems to have an interest in Luo Qianxue's blood.
• Luo Qianxue: Marked by Qi Qingmo, feeling uneasy about her intentions.
• Qin Baiyuan: Survives the attack and is confused about Qi Qingmo's identity.
• A-Kun: Revealed as a traitor from the Divine Plant Cult.
• Cult Leader of the Divine Plant Cult: Realizes there's a traitor within the cult and orders an attack on Shanhai City.

Significant Themes

• Mystery and Power: Qi Qingmo's sudden appearance and immense power create intrigue and fear.
• Betrayal: A-Kun's betrayal highlights the presence of a traitor within the Divine Plant Cult.
• Survival and Adaptation: Characters must adapt to sudden, powerful threats and betrayals to survive.

Character Interactions

• Qi Qingmo and Luo Qianxue: Qi Qingmo marks Luo Qianxue, showing interest in her blood, while Luo Qianxue feels uneasy about Qi Qingmo's intentions.
• Qin Baiyuan and Qi Qingmo: Qin Baiyuan is confused and uncertain about Qi Qingmo's identity.
• A-Kun and the City Lord: A-Kun betrays the city lord and the others, revealing himself as a Divine Plant Cult traitor.
• Cult Leader and First Elder Ku He: The Cult Leader orders Ku He to occupy Shanhai City, showing their desire to take action against the threat posed by Qi Qingmo.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Divine Plant Cult attacks Shanhai City with a massive Crimson Giant Tree, causing devastation and casualties.
• Lin Zichen and Shen Qinghan witness the attack and fear for their safety.
• Lin Zichen receives a call from his mother, confirming their safety, and decides to return home.
• The Fox-Eared Girl, now at the Advanced Tier 9 Great Perfection, appears atop the Crimson Giant Tree, planning to capture Lin Zichen.

Character Developments

• Lin Zichen: Realizes the gravity of the situation and decides to return home to protect his family.
• Shen Qinghan: Panics upon seeing the Divine Plant Cult's attack and fears for Lin Zichen's safety.
• The Fox-Eared Girl: Has grown stronger, reaching the Advanced Tier 9 Great Perfection, and is confident in capturing Lin Zichen.

Significant Themes

• Powerlessness in the face of overwhelming force.
• The importance of family and loved ones.
• The consequences of long-planned attacks and the vulnerability of Earth without its powerhouses.

Character Interactions

• Lin Zichen and Shen Qinghan: Witness the attack together, with Shen Qinghan expressing her fear and Lin Zichen deciding to return home.
• The Fox-Eared Girl and the little girl: The Fox-Eared Girl shows empathy for the girl who has lost her mother, hinting at her own love for her mother.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A Crimson Giant Tree appears in the city center, causing destruction and fear.
• Lin Zichen and Shen Qinghan observe the scene from their rooftop.
• Lin Zichen's parents express concern about the tree, and he decides to stay and face the disaster.
• An emergency notification from the school app mandates students with a Biological Rank of Ordinary Tier 5 or higher to report to the Gymnasium for rescue operations in the city center.
• Lin Zichen and Shen Qinghan head to the Gymnasium to assemble, experiencing an earthquake along the way.

Character Developments

• Lin Zichen: He decides to stay in Shanhai City to face the disaster, seeing it as both a risk and an opportunity for evolution. He is determined to protect Shen Qinghan.
• Shen Qinghan: She is worried about the situation and the potential danger, preferring to leave the city but ultimately agrees to stay and support Lin Zichen's decision. She is concerned about her parents' well-being.

Significant Themes

• Evolution and survival: The characters face the threat of the Crimson Giant Tree and the potential disaster it represents, emphasizing the need for evolution and adaptation to survive.
• Risk and opportunity: Lin Zichen sees the disaster as both a risk and an opportunity for obtaining evolutionary resources and accelerating his evolution.

Character Interactions

• Lin Zichen and Shen Qinghan: They discuss the situation, with Lin Zichen deciding to stay and face the disaster, and Shen Qinghan ultimately agreeing to support him. They also interact with their parents, who are worried about their safety.
• Lin Zichen and Xu Meng (Shen Qinghan's mother): Xu Meng pleads with Lin Zichen to protect Shen Qinghan, and he assures her that he will.

Key Plot Points and Events

• An earthquake triggers the appearance of Giant Mutant Rats in Shanhai City.
• Students from Shanhai University are dispatched to the city center for rescue operations.
• Lin Zichen and Shen Qinghan split up to cover more ground, each encountering and defeating Giant Mutant Rats.
• Lin Zichen unlocks the 'Giant Mutant Rat Atlas' and gains the 'Digging Instinct' Biological Attribute.
• Lv Qingyu, the Mechanical Genius Girl, approaches Lin Zichen, expressing admiration and asking to get to know him.
• Lv Qingyu is suddenly attacked and killed by an unknown assailant.

Character Developments

• Lin Zichen demonstrates his strength and courage by facing Giant Mutant Rats alone.
• Shen Qinghan shows her combat prowess and ability to handle Exotic Beasts independently.
• Lv Qingyu reveals her admiration for Lin Zichen and her desire to get to know him, displaying her feelings for him.

Significant Themes

• The danger and opportunity presented by the Giant Mutant Rat plague.
• The power dynamics between Mechanical Cyborgs and Ordinary Beings.
• The theme of admiration and infatuation, as seen through Lv Qingyu's feelings for Lin Zichen.

Character Interactions

• Lin Zichen and Shen Qinghan work together, supporting each other during the rescue operation.
• Lin Zichen interacts with Lv Qingyu, who expresses her admiration for him, creating an awkward situation with Shen Qinghan present.
• The unknown assailant's attack on Lv Qingyu leaves the situation uncertain and dangerous.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lv Qingyu, the Mechanical Genius Girl, is attacked and severely injured by an unknown assailant.
• Lin Zichen saves Lv Qingyu and takes her to safety.
• Lv Qingyu's master arrives but is also attacked and decapitated.
• Lin Zichen confronts and defeats the attacker, a Three-Eyed Giant from the Origin Land.
• Lin Zichen unlocks the Three-Eyed Demon Race Atlas, gaining the Biological Attribute 'Powerful'.

Character Developments

• Lin Zichen demonstrates his incredible strength and speed, as well as his ability to fly briefly using Blood Qi.
• Lv Qingyu shows admiration and envy towards Lin Zichen's Pure-Blood Human Path.
• Lv Qingyu's master, a powerful Mechanical Cyborg, is revealed to be the same one who saved Lin Zichen and Shen Qinghan from the Rat God Cult traitor in their middle school days.
• The Three-Eyed Giant shows arrogance and underestimates Lin Zichen's strength.

Significant Themes

• The strength and capabilities of the Pure-Blood Human Path are emphasized.
• The power gap between Mechanical Cyborgs and Pure-Blood Humans is highlighted.
• The threat and danger posed by creatures from the Origin Land are introduced.

Character Interactions

• Lin Zichen and Lv Qingyu develop a friendly relationship, with Lv Qingyu admiring and envying Lin Zichen.
• Lin Zichen and Shen Qinghan share a worried look when Lv Qingyu is injured.
• Lin Zichen and the Three-Eyed Giant have a brief but intense confrontation, leading to the Three-Eyed Giant's defeat and death.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Zichen encounters the Fox-Eared Girl, Su Jiujiu, on the rooftop.
• Su Jiujiu reveals she wants Lin Zichen as her bed slave and uses her Charm Technique on him.
• Lin Zichen learns about the Life Origin and that Shanhai City will soon be occupied by the Divine Plant Cult.
• Lin Zichen completes a task for the [Survival of the Fittest] achievement.
• Lin Zichen returns to the city center and encounters a Giant Mutant Rat, killing it and leaving it for the Mountain University students.

Character Developments

• Lin Zichen remains calm and collected when facing Su Jiujiu, showing growth in his mental fortitude.
• Su Jiujiu reveals more about her intentions and her divine ability, the Charm Technique.
• He Yu, Lin Zichen's high school deskmate, appears injured in the city center.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics between Lin Zichen and Su Jiujiu, with Lin Zichen trying to understand her intentions and strengths.
• The impending threat of the Divine Plant Cult and the Exotic Beasts they control.
• The harsh reality of the battlefield, as seen through the injuries and deaths of the Mountain University students.

Character Interactions

• Lin Zichen and Su Jiujiu's conversation reveals their mutual interest in understanding each other's strengths and intentions.
• Lin Zichen and Shen Qinghan encounter He Yu, showing concern for his injury.
• Lin Zichen respects the efforts of the Mountain University students and allows them to consume the Giant Mutant Rat they've fought.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Zichen and Shen Qinghan encounter many casualties, including familiar faces like Gao Fei and Huang Jiamin, during their sweep of the battlefield.
• They meet Zhou Xuehong, who argues with Lin Zichen about his methods for cultivating willpower.
• The group explores the Crimson Giant Tree and its accompanying cave, discovering that the cave is incredibly deep and reinforced with plant roots and Deep Blue Crystals.
• As they prepare to retreat, the Crimson Giant Tree releases an airtight cage of Crimson Vines, and bizarre Origin Land creatures emerge from the caves, attacking the group.

Character Developments

• Lin Zichen remains calm and collected in the face of the tragedy and danger, demonstrating his growth and maturity.
• Shen Qinghan is affected by the casualties but maintains her composure.
• Zhou Xuehong's methods and beliefs are challenged by Lin Zichen, leading to a tense confrontation.
• Lv Qingyu expresses her admiration for Lin Zichen, calling him her idol.

Significant Themes

• The harsh and unforgiving nature of the environment and the importance of cultivating willpower and strength.
• The contrast between Lin Zichen's and Zhou Xuehong's beliefs and methods in cultivating willpower.
• The sudden and unpredictable danger posed by the Origin Land creatures.

Character Interactions

• Lin Zichen and Zhou Xuehong have a tense exchange, with Zhou Xuehong accusing Lin Zichen of being reckless and inexperienced.
• Lin Zichen and Shen Qinghan work together to explore the cave and escape danger.
• Lin Zichen saves Shen Qinghan, Song Yuyan, and Liu Chuanwu from the attacking Origin Land creatures.
• Lv Qingyu expresses her admiration for Lin Zichen, highlighting his influence on those around him.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A swarm of Exotic Beasts, including Advanced Biological Rank ones, emerges from a cavern, attacking the trapped group.
• Lin Zichen stays behind to save those at the rear, encountering the horde and killing an Advanced Shadow Night Cat.
• Ma Xiwei, Li Moyu, and Luo Yongjian are severely injured and pinned by a Bloodthirsty Demon Eagle.
• Lin Zichen uses vines to kill the Bloodthirsty Demon Eagle and devours its Life Origin, gaining the Sky-Filling Feathers attribute.
• Lin Zichen continues to delay the beast horde, but is eventually overwhelmed and returns to the main group.
• The group is blocked by Advanced Tier 9 Great Perfection giant centipedes, with no escape routes.

Character Developments

• Lin Zichen demonstrates his power and control over vines, revealing his connection to the Divine Plant Cult.
• Ma Xiwei, Li Moyu, and Luo Yongjian are injured and rescued by Lin Zichen, leading to their disbelief and confusion about his abilities.
• Lin Zichen shows concern for Shen Qinghan, Song Yuyan, and Ma Xiwei, prioritizing their escape.
• Lv Qingyu's master is revealed to be an old flame of Dean Liu Chuanwu.

Significant Themes

• The power of the Divine Plant Cult and its connection to Lin Zichen.
• The struggle for survival and the desperation of the trapped group.
• The despair and hopelessness of the situation, with no clear escape routes.

Character Interactions

• Lin Zichen saves Ma Xiwei, Li Moyu, and Luo Yongjian, leading to their confusion and disbelief.
• Lin Zichen carries Shen Qinghan, Song Yuyan, and Ma Xiwei to safety, showing concern for their well-being.
• Lin Zichen and the mysterious girl on the traffic light have a brief interaction, with her inviting him to leave with her.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Jiujiu's clone is killed by the First Elder of the Divine Plant Cult.
• Lin Zichen and Shen Qinghan are captured by the First Elder.
• Lin Zichen is forced to choose between killing his friends or watching Shen Qinghan die.
• A mysterious woman in Taoist robes appears and saves Lin Zichen and Shen Qinghan.

Character Developments

• Lin Zichen: Struggles with the decision to kill his friends to save Shen Qinghan, ultimately choosing not to.
• Shen Qinghan: Accepts her fate, not wanting Lin Zichen to compromise his morals.
• Su Jiujiu: Loses her clone but survives in the Origin Land.
• First Elder of the Divine Plant Cult: Reveals his true colors, prioritizing his mission over reason and compassion.

Significant Themes

• Despair vs. Hope: The situation seems hopeless for Lin Zichen and his friends, but the appearance of the mysterious Taoist woman offers a glimmer of hope.
• Sacrifice: Lin Zichen is willing to sacrifice his friends to save Shen Qinghan, but ultimately chooses not to, showing his growth and moral fortitude.
• Power Imbalance: The vast difference in power between Lin Zichen and his friends, and the First Elder, highlights the theme of power imbalance and its consequences.

Character Interactions

• Lin Zichen and Shen Qinghan: Their bond deepens as they face death together, with Shen Qinghan encouraging Lin Zichen to prioritize his morals.
• Lin Zichen and the First Elder: Their interaction highlights the First Elder's ruthlessness and Lin Zichen's struggle with his conscience.
• Lin Zichen and his friends: Their interaction shows their willingness to sacrifice themselves for Lin Zichen, but also their desire for a quick and painless death.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Qi Qingmo, the Pavilion Master of the Heavenly Human Pavilion, appears in the city center, having returned from the Origin Land due to depleted Blood Qi.
• She confronts the First Elder of the Divine Plant Cult, who reveals that his cult has been transporting Origin Land creatures into Earth tunnels to conquer Shanhai City.
• Qi Qingmo summons and refines the entire herd of beasts, killing the First Elder for betraying the Divine Plant Cult.
• Lin Zichen, Shen Qinghan, and Qi Qingmo return to the dormitory, where Lin Zichen gives Qi Qingmo a blood transfusion using the refined Blood Bath Pills.

Character Developments

• Qi Qingmo: Reveals her ruthless and untrustworthy nature, prioritizing her own needs and eliminating threats without mercy. She also shows concern for Lin Zichen and Shen Qinghan, indicating a level of care for her allies.
• Lin Zichen: Gains a new understanding of Qi Qingmo's villainous nature but remains grateful for her protection. He also becomes more determined to settle scores with those who have wronged him, like Vice Provincial Governor Ye.
• Shen Qinghan: Shows resilience and determination by enduring the gruesome scene of the beast horde's refinement to train her mental endurance.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and the ruthless nature of the strong: Qi Qingmo's actions highlight the brutal reality of the strong preying on the weak in this world.
• Loyalty and betrayal: The First Elder of the Divine Plant Cult's betrayal and subsequent death emphasize the consequences of disloyalty in this context.
• The cost of power: Qi Qingmo's need to draw blood from Lin Zichen to maintain her strength underscores the constant struggle for resources and energy in this world.

Character Interactions

• Qi Qingmo and Lin Zichen: Their relationship deepens as Lin Zichen continues to provide Qi Qingmo with blood transfusions, while Qi Qingmo protects and guides him.
• Qi Qingmo and the First Elder of the Divine Plant Cult: Their interaction showcases the power imbalance between them, with the First Elder ultimately betraying and being killed by Qi Qingmo.
• Lin Zichen and Shen Qinghan: They share a moment of understanding and camaraderie as they witness the brutal refinement of the beast horde together.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Zichen and Qi Qingmo study Beast Cores, with Qi Qingmo planning to use them to recover her peak strength and establish a sanctuary on Earth.
• Lin Zichen receives videos and photos from Lv Qingyu, revealing the existence of an Underground Palace and a new Biological Passage in the city center.
• The Thorn Flower Fairy punishes the Cult Leader of the Divine Plant Cult by eating his eighth child.
• The beast hordes retreat from the human cities after the Divine Plant Cult's defeat on Earth.
• Yuan Dongzhi reunites with her eldest disciple, Luo Qianxue, and mentions that she has found a junior sister for her on Earth, Shen Qinghan.

Character Developments

• Lin Zichen: Shows filial piety to Qi Qingmo and is concerned about the safety of his and Shen Qinghan's parents.
• Qi Qingmo: Plans to use Beast Cores to recover her strength and create a sanctuary on Earth.
• Luo Qianxue: Reunites with her master, Yuan Dongzhi, and learns about her future junior sister, Shen Qinghan.
• Yuan Dongzhi: Reunites with her eldest disciple and shares news about Shen Qinghan.

Significant Themes

• The struggle for power and resources between humans and Exotic Beasts.
• The importance of family and lineage, as seen in the Cult Leader's dilemma and Luo Qianxue's reunion with her master.
• The consequences of failure and the punishments that follow, as demonstrated by the Thorn Flower Fairy's actions.

Character Interactions

• Lin Zichen and Qi Qingmo: Lin Zichen shows respect and filial piety to Qi Qingmo, while Qi Qingmo shares her plans and offers protection to Lin Zichen.
• Luo Qianxue and Yuan Dongzhi: The master and disciple reunite after several years, sharing news and catching up on their lives.
• The Thorn Flower Fairy and the Cult Leader: The Fairy punishes the Cult Leader for the failure of their mission, highlighting the power dynamics between them.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Luo Qianxue, Yuan Dongzhi's eldest disciple, recognizes the names Shen Qinghan and Lin Zichen, hinting at a past connection.
• Lin Zichen performs a blood transfusion for Qi Qingmo, with Shen Qinghan assisting briefly.
• Shen Qinghan expresses concern about the increasing danger in their world and her desire to experience adult intimacy with Lin Zichen before her life ends.

Character Developments

• Luo Qianxue: Shows signs of remembering her past, particularly the names Shen Qinghan and Lin Zichen.
• Yuan Dongzhi: Ponders about Luo Qianxue's past and her possible feelings for Lin Zichen.
• Lin Zichen: Becomes more proactive in helping Qi Qingmo regain her strength, showing dedication and responsibility.
• Shen Qinghan: Expresses her fears about the world's increasing danger and her desire to consummate her relationship with Lin Zichen.

Significant Themes

• Memory and Identity: Luo Qianxue's struggle to remember her past and her connection to Shen Qinghan and Lin Zichen.
• Growth and Maturity: Shen Qinghan's desire to experience adult intimacy with Lin Zichen, signifying her wish to grow and mature in their relationship.
• Protection and Security: The characters' concerns about the increasing danger in their world and their desire for safety and security.

Character Interactions

• Luo Qianxue and Yuan Dongzhi: Master and disciple discuss Luo Qianxue's past and her potential connection to Lin Zichen.
• Lin Zichen and Qi Qingmo: Lin Zichen performs a blood transfusion for Qi Qingmo, with Shen Qinghan assisting briefly.
• Lin Zichen and Shen Qinghan: They discuss the dangers of their world and Shen Qinghan's desire to consummate their relationship.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Zichen and Shen Qinghan consummate their relationship.
• Lin Zichen discovers a Love Seal planted in him by Su Jiujiu and asks Qi Qingmo to remove it.
• Qi Qingmo leaves the dormitory without notice.
• Ye Yongsheng invites Qi Qingmo to the Capital City to discuss Source Power.

Character Developments

• Lin Zichen's self-control is tested and strengthened as he waits for marriage before consummating his relationship with Shen Qinghan.
• Shen Qinghan takes the initiative to suggest intimacy, showing her eagerness and maturity.
• Qi Qingmo remains calm and composed, showing no signs of craving or jealousy despite Lin Zichen's thoughts about her.

Significant Themes

• Self-control and restraint in relationships.
• The power dynamics between men and women in relationships.
• The exploration of Source Power and its significance.

Character Interactions

• Lin Zichen and Shen Qinghan's relationship deepens as they become intimate.
• Lin Zichen and Qi Qingmo's dynamic shifts as Lin Zichen has impure thoughts about Qi Qingmo, but she remains unaffected.
• Ye Yongsheng and Qi Qingmo's interaction hints at a potential alliance or understanding between them regarding Source Power.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Zichen and Shen Qinghan resume their intimate relationship after Qi Qingmo enters the Origin Land.
• Lin Zichen and Shen Qinghan visit the Pure Human Research Institute, where they find Liu Chuanwu and Song Yuyan have evolved to Advanced Beings.
• Lin Zichen and Shen Qinghan visit Lin Zichen's home, where they learn that Zhang Wanxin is pregnant with a girl, Lin Ziying.

Character Developments

• Lin Zichen and Shen Qinghan grow closer, their relationship deepening.
• Liu Chuanwu and Song Yuyan evolve to Advanced Beings, boosting their confidence and pride.
• Ma Xiwei shows progress in her cultivation, earning Lin Zichen's praise.
• Lin Ziying, Lin Zichen's unborn sister, displays strong vitality in the womb.

Significant Themes

• The theme of intimacy and relationships continues, with Lin Zichen and Shen Qinghan exploring their bond despite Qi Qingmo's presence.
• The theme of evolution and progression is evident in Liu Chuanwu, Song Yuyan, and Ma Xiwei's advancements.
• The theme of family and new life is introduced with the revelation of Lin Ziying's existence.

Character Interactions

• Lin Zichen and Shen Qinghan's intimacy and affection grow, with Shen Qinghan becoming more open about her desires.
• Lin Zichen and Liu Chuanwu share their experiences with opening Apertures, with Liu Chuanwu expressing gratitude for their help.
• Lin Zichen praises Ma Xiwei's progress, boosting her confidence and motivation.
• Lin Zichen, Shen Qinghan, and Zhang Wanxin bond over the news of Lin Ziying's impending arrival.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Zichen spends time observing his unborn sister, suspecting she might be a cheater.
• Principal Yuan returns from the Origin Land and reveals that Luo Qianxue, Lin Zichen's and Shen Qinghan's childhood friend, is likely Bai Xue, the girl they knew as children.
• Lin Zichen and Shen Qinghan learn about Qi Qingmo, the Heavenly Human Pavilion's Pavilion Master, from the Dean.
• The Heavenly Human Pavilion begins recruiting new members, attracting hundreds of talented students who admire Lin Zichen.
• Lin Zichen and Shen Qinghan successfully complete their recruitment mission, securing entry into the Origin Land.

Character Developments

• Lin Zichen and Shen Qinghan continue to improve their strength, opening more Apertures and advancing their Biological Rank.
• Lin Zichen worries about Qi Qingmo's safety in the Origin Land.
• Liu Chuanwu, the Dean, is pleased with the successful recruitment and looks forward to Lin Zichen's and Shen Qinghan's entry into the Origin Land.

Significant Themes

• The power of admiration and influence, as seen in the students who want to join the Heavenly Human Pavilion because of Lin Zichen.
• The mystery surrounding Qi Qingmo and her true intentions.
• The anticipation and uncertainty of entering the Origin Land.

Character Interactions

• Lin Zichen and Shen Qinghan continue to cultivate together, supporting each other's growth.
• Lin Zichen and Yuan Dongzhi discuss Luo Qianxue and Bai Xue, leading to the revelation of their connection.
• Lin Zichen, Shen Qinghan, and Liu Chuanwu discuss Qi Qingmo and her actions in the Origin Land.
• Lin Zichen, Shen Qinghan, and the Dean discuss the Heavenly Human Pavilion's recruitment and their upcoming entry into the Origin Land.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The 28 members of the Exotic Human Tier genius squad undergo high-intensity training led by Instructor Lan Tianbai.
• Luo Qianxue's rapid progress surprises and impresses Instructor Lan, who predicts she could become the youngest captain in the team's history.
• Zhao Zixuan, a squad member, expresses resentment towards Luo Qianxue for being an Exotic Human, leading to a stern reprimand from Instructor Lan.
• Seven squad members, including Zhao Zixuan, are left behind for extra training due to poor performance.
• Lin Zichen and Shen Qinghan prepare to enter the Origin Land, receiving a manual outlining precautions and rules.

Character Developments

• Luo Qianxue: Shows remarkable progress, rising from 13th to 9th place in the squad's strength rankings in just one month, impressing Instructor Lan.
• Zhao Zixuan: Expresses resentment towards Luo Qianxue, leading to a stern reprimand from Instructor Lan, highlighting her immaturity and lack of discipline.
• Lin Zichen: Demonstrates calm and indifference when interacting with the guard at Biological Passage No. 1, showing his growing confidence and detachment from Earthly affairs.
• Shen Qinghan: Feels nervous and apprehensive about entering the Origin Land, seeking comfort and reassurance from Lin Zichen.

Significant Themes

• Evolution and Growth: The rapid evolution of Luo Qianxue serves as a catalyst for the other squad members, pushing them to improve and compete.
• Identity and Belonging: Zhao Zixuan's resentment towards Luo Qianxue highlights the tension between Exotic Humans and Earthlings, questioning the sense of belonging and unity among the squad members.
• Adaptation and Change: Lin Zichen and Shen Qinghan's entry into the Origin Land signifies their need to adapt to a new environment, challenging their resilience and resourcefulness.

Character Interactions

• Lan Tianbai and Luo Qianxue: Lan Tianbai praises and encourages Luo Qianxue, while she maintains a reserved and distant attitude towards him.
• Zhao Zixuan and Instructor Lan: Zhao Zixuan's resentment towards Luo Qianxue leads to a stern reprimand from Instructor Lan, highlighting his commitment to pushing the squad members to their limits.
• Lin Zichen and Shen Qinghan: Lin Zichen provides comfort and reassurance to Shen Qinghan as they prepare to enter the Origin Land, demonstrating their strong bond and mutual support.

Plot Points and Events

• Lin Zichen and Shen Qinghan enter the Origin Land through the Biological Passage, experiencing the repulsion of the Boundary Force.
• They register at the City No. 1 office and are directed to their dormitories.
• Lin Zichen and Shen Qinghan request to combine their dorms, planning to make the request to higher-ups later.
• They proceed to the Special Training Building, where they are instructed by Lan Tianyun to join the ongoing strength test for the Exotic Human Tier genius squad.

Character Developments

• Lin Zichen and Shen Qinghan adapt to the Origin Land's environment and display their determination to improve themselves.
• Shen Qinghan shows increased confidence and assertiveness, contrasting with her past timidity.
• Lan Tianyun is introduced as the instructor of the Exotic Human Tier genius squad, displaying a stern and indifferent demeanor.

Significant Themes

• The harsh environment of the Origin Land, with its powerful Boundary Force, is emphasized.
• The importance of adapting to new environments and demonstrating one's strength is highlighted.

Character Interactions

• Lin Zichen and Shen Qinghan continue to display a close, intimate relationship, supporting each other.
• Lin Zichen and Shen Qinghan interact with various office clerks and Lan Tianyun, showing respect and deference to authority while maintaining their confidence.
• The seven Exotic Human Tier geniuses in the squad are mentioned, setting the stage for future interactions with Lin Zichen and Shen Qinghan.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Seven Exotic Human Tier geniuses (Zhao Zixuan, Yao Yiwen, He Chutao, Nangong Liuyun, Huang Xing, Qian Yifei, and Bai Jie) participate in a test consisting of three stages: Exotic Plants, Exotic Beasts, and a classified stage.
• Lin Zichen and Shen Qinghan, two Earth-raised geniuses, also participate in the test.
• The City Lord, Qin Chuan, and other high-ranking officials observe the test from the rooftop of the Special Training Building, placing bets on their grandsons' performances.

Character Developments

• Lin Zichen: Demonstrates exceptional mental perception by sensing Qin Chuan's observation and attempting to use Danger Perception on him.
• Qin Chuan: Impressed by Lin Zichen's mental prowess, he begins to observe Shen Qinghan as well.
• Qian Yifei, Nangong Liuyun, and Bai Jie: The grandsons of the observing leaders, each with their own strengths and goals for the test.

Significant Themes

• The disparity between Earth-raised and Origin Land-raised geniuses.
• The importance of mental prowess and adaptability in the Origin Land.
• The competitive nature of the test and the high stakes involved.

Character Interactions

• Lin Zichen and Shen Qinghan: They briefly discuss their strategies before entering the forest and then proceed independently.
• Qin Chuan and other leaders: They observe the test together, placing bets on their grandsons' performances and discussing the strengths and weaknesses of the participants.
• Lin Zichen and Qin Chuan: Lin Zichen senses Qin Chuan's observation, and Qin Chuan becomes interested in Lin Zichen's mental abilities.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Zichen clears the Exotic Plant stage in record time, using his [Lord of the Forest] ability.
• He enters the Exotic Beast stage and begins to devour beasts, gaining Biological Attributes and Beast Cores.
• Qin Chuan, the City Lord, orders Lin Zichen to enter the final stage for a speedrun.
• Lin Zichen faces the Hell Demon Ape, an Advanced Tier 6 Great Perfection beast, and defeats it with a single punch.
• Qin Chuan instructs Lin Zichen to act as the boss for the final stage.

Character Developments

• Lin Zichen demonstrates his immense strength and ability to devour exotic beasts, gaining more Biological Attributes.
• Qin Chuan shows his authority as the City Lord, using a conch to communicate with Lin Zichen.

Significant Themes

• The power of Lin Zichen's Physical Body and Mental Power is emphasized.
• The abundance of evolutionary resources in the Origin Land is contrasted with Earth's scarcity.

Character Interactions

• Lin Zichen and Qin Chuan communicate using the conch, with Qin Chuan giving orders and Lin Zichen following them.
• The leaders of City No. 1 discuss Lin Zichen's performance and are shocked by his strength.