Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Gu Yuan, an 18-year-old martial artist, massages his cousin Shen Tingxue daily to obtain a trait, 'Benevolent Hands'.
• After the tenth massage, he obtains the entry 'Saint Hand Pulse Clearing', which enhances his healing abilities and cultivation efficiency.
• Gu Yuan discovers he can see entries above people's heads and uses his new 'Eye of Meridians' ability to observe injured martial artists.

Character Developments

• Gu Yuan: Shows dedication to improving his skills, obtains a powerful entry, and demonstrates his concern for his cousin's well-being.
• Shen Tingxue: Shows affection towards her cousin, is aware of his deceptive nature, and appreciates his massages.

Significant Themes

• Cultivation and Growth: Gu Yuan's dedication to improving his abilities and the benefits he gains from it.
• Family Bonding: The close relationship between Gu Yuan and Shen Tingxue, with Gu Yuan showing care for his cousin's well-being.

Character Interactions

• Gu Yuan and Shen Tingxue: Their interactions show a close, familial bond, with Gu Yuan caring for Shen Tingxue's well-being and Shen Tingxue appreciating her cousin's efforts.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Gu Yuan discovers he has a trait called [Person Near Death] after breaking through to the peak of the Third-Stage Blood Tempering Realm, which disappears when he decides not to aim for the top three in the competition.
• He learns that Shen Tingxue has a new trait called [Battle Maniac], which requires killing ten First-Order Ferocious Beasts to acquire.
• Gu Yuan convinces Shen Tingxue to take him on a mission to clear out fierce beasts, despite the danger.

Character Developments

• Gu Yuan becomes more determined to survive and protect himself after learning about the [Person Near Death] trait.
• Shen Tingxue shows concern for Gu Yuan's safety but agrees to take him on the mission after he blackmails her.

Significant Themes

• Survival and self-preservation in the face of danger.
• The consequences of one's actions and the importance of making informed decisions.
• The power dynamics between family members and the use of blackmail to achieve one's goals.

Character Interactions

• Gu Yuan and Shen Tingxue's relationship is strained due to Gu Yuan's blackmail, but they still care for each other's well-being.
• Gu Yuan's parents, Gu Yuanzheng and Shangguan Yi, interact with him briefly, with Shangguan Yi showing affection and Gu Yuanzheng being manipulated by Gu Yuan.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Gu Yuan reflects on the rules governing the entries after ten days of observation.
• He encounters two unusual entries: [Take-off Expert] and [Pointy-Head].
• Gu Yuan visits a martial arts gym with his friend, Zhang Yining.

Character Developments

• Gu Yuan: He continues to explore and understand the rules of the entries, showing analytical skills and caution (e.g., not pursuing the [Pointy-Head] entry due to potential side effects).
• Zhang Yining: He remains boisterous and confident, showing off the martial arts gym he found.

Significant Themes

• The bizarre nature of the entries and their potential side effects.
• Gu Yuan's cautious approach to acquiring entries.

Character Interactions

• Gu Yuan and Zhang Yining: They meet up at the gym, and Zhang Yining challenges Gu Yuan to a sparring match.
• Gu Yuan and Pointy-Head Qiang: They don't interact directly, but Gu Yuan observes Qiang's training and learns about him from Zhang Yining.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhang Yining and Gu Yuan spar, with Gu Yuan demonstrating significant improvement in his reaction speed and strength due to the [Saint Hand Pulse Clearing] technique.
• Zhang Yining shares news about a missing girl from their school, who vanished in the training hall without a trace.
• Gu Yuan dismisses the idea of a ferocious beast being involved, suggesting the girl might have run away from home.

Character Developments

• Gu Yuan: Shows improvement in his martial arts skills, remains calm and composed even after a intense sparring session.
• Zhang Yining: Displays his eccentric and imaginative nature, gets excited and anxious over the missing girl incident.

Significant Themes

• The importance of martial arts skills and physical prowess in the story's world.
• The role of the Destiny Bureau in maintaining order and dealing with unusual incidents.
• The theme of mystery and the unknown, hinted at through the missing girl case.

Character Interactions

• Gu Yuan and Zhang Yining: Engage in a friendly sparring session, showcasing their camaraderie and mutual respect.
• Gu Yuan and Zhang Yining: Discuss the missing girl case, with Zhang Yining sharing information and Gu Yuan providing a more rational perspective.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Gu Yuan and Zhang Yining discuss the recent incident involving Shen Tingxue.
• Gu Yuan visits the Destiny Bureau, where he encounters an old security guard with a purple trait, [Steel Bone].
• Gu Yuan registers at the Destiny Bureau to see his cousin, Shen Tingxue.

Character Developments

• Gu Yuan shows curiosity and greed when he sees the purple trait, hinting at his ambition and desire for power.
• The old security guard becomes suspicious of Gu Yuan's behavior, indicating that Gu Yuan's actions are unusual.

Significant Themes

• The desire for power and ambition is a central theme, as Gu Yuan is drawn to the purple trait and plans to acquire it in the future.
• The contrast between Gu Yuan's inner thoughts and his outward composure is highlighted, showing his ability to maintain a facade despite his intense emotions.

Character Interactions

• Gu Yuan and Zhang Yining have a friendly exchange, with Zhang Yining showing off his martial arts skills and Gu Yuan playing along.
• Gu Yuan interacts with the old security guard, with the guard becoming increasingly suspicious of Gu Yuan's behavior.
• Gu Yuan's visit to the Destiny Bureau hints at his close relationship with his cousin, Shen Tingxue.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Gu Yuan visits Shen Tingxue at the Destiny Bureau, where she's been assigned a missing persons case involving Haicheng No. 1 High School.
• Shen Tingxue, overwhelmed by the case, passes it off to Sun Miaomiao, the team's warlock, who's skilled in tracking.
• Gu Yuan massages Shen Tingxue, but unlike previous attribute bonuses, he doesn't gain any new abilities.

Character Developments

• Shen Tingxue: Struggles with the case, showing her lack of skills in investigation work. She's more comfortable with physical tasks and combat.
• Sun Miaomiao: Takes on the case, showing initiative and responsibility.
• Gu Yuan: Shows concern for Shen Tingxue's well-being, but feels taken advantage of when he doesn't receive an attribute bonus for his massage.

Significant Themes

• Work Assignment and Responsibility: Shen Tingxue passes the case to Sun Miaomiao, highlighting her lack of interest and skill in investigation work.
• Attribute Bonuses and Entry Acquisition: Gu Yuan's expectation of gaining an attribute bonus for massaging Shen Tingxue is not met, raising questions about the entry acquisition system.

Character Interactions

• Gu Yuan and Shen Tingxue: Cousins with a close relationship. Gu Yuan helps Shen Tingxue relax through massage, but feels used when he doesn't gain an attribute bonus.
• Shen Tingxue and Sun Miaomiao: Shen Tingxue delegates the case to Sun Miaomiao, showing trust in her abilities.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Gu Yuan wakes Shen Tingxue by slapping her, leading to a physical altercation.
• They go to lunch together, where they encounter Sun Miaomiao working diligently.
• Gu Yuan uses the Eye of Meridians to observe Sun Miaomiao's power circulation, unlocking a new entry, [Inspiration].
• At the cafeteria, Gu Yuan and Sun Miaomiao order extravagantly, much to Shen Tingxue's dismay.

Character Developments

• Gu Yuan: Discovers the source of a Sorcerer's power and unlocks a new entry.
• Shen Tingxue: Shows concern for her team members' well-being but is overwhelmed by their extravagant ordering.
• Sun Miaomiao: Demonstrates her dedication to her work and enjoys fine dining.

Significant Themes

• The difference between martial artists and Sorcerers: martial artists' power comes from blood-energy circulation, while Sorcerers' power originates from the brain.
• The benefits of consuming beast meat for martial artists and ordinary people.

Character Interactions

• Shen Tingxue and Gu Yuan: Bicker and argue, but Shen Tingxue shows concern for Gu Yuan's well-being.
• Shen Tingxue and Sun Miaomiao: Shen Tingxue shows care for Sun Miaomiao's work and invites her to lunch.
• Gu Yuan and Sun Miaomiao: They bond over their love for fine dining, ordering extravagantly together.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Gu Yuan and Sun Miaomiao have lunch at the Destiny Bureau, where they eat pre-made food from ranked ferocious beasts.
• Sun Miaomiao reveals that the Destiny Bureau doesn't reimburse her for field missions, and she decides to use the daily allowance for a lavish meal and snacks.
• They arrive at First High School and proceed to the training hall. Sun Miaomiao uses a Tracking Talisman and a compass to scan the area for clues related to the missing person case.

Character Developments

• Gu Yuan shows interest in the case and tags along with Sun Miaomiao, using his uncle as leverage to convince Shen Tingxue.
• Sun Miaomiao is revealed to be frugal and resourceful, using public transportation and buying snacks with the daily allowance. She also demonstrates her investigative skills by using a Tracking Talisman and a compass.

Significant Themes

• The theme of resourcefulness and making the most of available resources is highlighted through Sun Miaomiao's actions.
• The theme of family influence and leverage is shown in Gu Yuan's manipulation of his uncle's position to convince Shen Tingxue.

Character Interactions

• Gu Yuan and Sun Miaomiao interact for the first time, with Gu Yuan showing curiosity about the case and Sun Miaomiao being friendly and professional.
• Gu Yuan and Shen Tingxue have a brief interaction where Gu Yuan uses his uncle as leverage to convince Shen Tingxue to let him tag along.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Sun Miaomiao uses her sorcery to investigate the missing student's last known location, the training hall, but finds no traces.
• She suggests two possibilities: the student never entered the hall or a powerful sorcerer erased all traces.
• Gu Yuan expresses interest in learning sorcery, and Sun Miaomiao offers to teach him a mental power breathing technique.

Character Developments

• Sun Miaomiao demonstrates her sorcery skills and shares knowledge about sorcerer cultivation.
• Gu Yuan shows curiosity and eagerness to learn sorcery.
• A janitor is introduced with the ominous title "Human Collector" above his head, hinting at his involvement in the missing student case.

Significant Themes

• The difference between martial artist and sorcerer cultivation systems.
• The power dynamics between martial artists and sorcerers at different cultivation realms.
• The potential danger and mystery surrounding the missing student case.

Character Interactions

• Gu Yuan and Sun Miaomiao work together to investigate the case, with Sun Miaomiao sharing her expertise in sorcery.
• Gu Yuan and the janitor have a brief, seemingly innocuous encounter, but the janitor's true nature is hinted at by the ominous title above his head.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Gu Yuan and Sun Miaomiao investigate at Gu Yuan's school, where they encounter a janitor with an ominous aura.
• Gu Yuan feels the janitor is suspicious and reports this to Shen Tingxue.
• Shen Tingxue discovers that the janitor has no recorded background, indicating potential involvement in the students' disappearances.

Character Developments

• Gu Yuan shows courage and intuition in sensing the janitor's abnormality.
• Sun Miaomiao demonstrates professionalism and concern for Gu Yuan's safety.
• Shen Tingxue exhibits responsibility and diligence in her work, prioritizing the investigation.

Significant Themes

• The power of intuition and gut feelings in detecting danger.
• The importance of thorough background checks in hiring, especially for positions with access to vulnerable populations like students.

Character Interactions

• Gu Yuan and Sun Miaomiao work together, showing camaraderie and mutual respect.
• Gu Yuan and Shen Tingxue have a cousinly dynamic, with Shen Tingxue showing concern for Gu Yuan's safety and Gu Yuan seeking Shen Tingxue's guidance.
• Sun Miaomiao and Shen Tingxue have a professional relationship, with Sun Miaomiao respecting Shen Tingxue's authority and Shen Tingxue valuing Sun Miaomiao's opinion.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Gu Yuan and Shen Tingxue discuss the suspicious cleaner, deciding not to act rashly due to lack of evidence and potential danger.
• Gu Yuan returns home and practices the Mental Meditation Method, gaining a minuscule increase in mental power.
• He watches a live combat video between an Alchemist-tier warlock and a Qi-Refining-tier martial artist.

Character Developments

• Gu Yuan demonstrates curiosity and courage, willing to learn and explore despite challenges.
• Shen Tingxue shows responsibility and caution, prioritizing safety and evidence in handling the cleaner case.
• The warlock and martial artist in the video exhibit their powers, showcasing the differences between warlock and martial artist realms.

Significant Themes

• Power and Danger: The video highlights the immense power and potential danger of high-level martial artists and warlocks.
• Caution and Responsibility: Shen Tingxue's actions emphasize the importance of caution and responsible decision-making in handling dangerous situations.
• Learning and Growth: Gu Yuan's practice of the Mental Meditation Method and his exploration of the Martial Artist Forum represent his eagerness to learn and grow.

Character Interactions

• Gu Yuan and Shen Tingxue discuss the cleaner case, demonstrating their partnership and mutual respect.
• Gu Yuan's interaction with his family is brief but shows his independence and preference for solitude.
• The warlock and martial artist in the video interact through combat, showcasing their opposing powers and strategies.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Gu Yuan watches a video of a powerful martial artist and a sorcerer battling, ending abruptly before the outcome.
• The video is flagged and deleted, leaving Gu Yuan frustrated.
• Meanwhile, three black-robed figures discuss their mission in an abandoned air-raid shelter, blaming one of them for alerting the Destiny Bureau.

Character Developments

• Gu Yuan becomes more determined to protect himself after witnessing the battle's intensity.
• Yu Xiaozheng, the janitor, is revealed to be a Dan-Master Realm warlock involved in the disappearances.

Significant Themes

• The power struggle between martial artists and sorcerers/warlocks.
• The consequences of reckless actions and the importance of caution.

Character Interactions

• Gu Yuan's frustration with the video's abrupt end.
• The tense interaction between the three black-robed figures, with one being reprimanded for causing trouble.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The mysterious black-robed men discuss their failed plan to capture the Tier 2 monster in Hai City.
• Gu Yuan wakes up and decides to go to the Destiny Bureau for his daily check-in.
• The Destiny Bureau is unusually busy, hinting at an ongoing investigation or operation.
• Gu Yuan observes Sun Miaomiao's spiritual energy circulation using the Eye of Meridians, making progress on the 'Inspiration' purple-tier trait.

Character Developments

• The leader of the black-robed men shows anger and frustration at their failed plan, while the second man demonstrates strategic thinking and calmness.
• Gu Yuan shows no fear or anxiety despite the dangerous situation in Hai City, displaying confidence in his abilities.
• Shen Tingxue shows concern for Gu Yuan's safety and encourages him to focus on his martial arts training for the upcoming college entrance exam.

Significant Themes

• The power struggle and consequences of failure among the black-robed men foreshadow potential internal conflicts or betrayals.
• Gu Yuan's ambition and self-confidence are further emphasized as he sets a high goal for himself before the college entrance exam.
• The theme of protection and guidance is evident in Shen Tingxue's interactions with Gu Yuan, highlighting her role as a mentor or older sister figure.

Character Interactions

• The leader and the second black-robed man have a tense interaction, with the second man attempting to calm the leader's anger and redirect his focus.
• Gu Yuan and Shen Tingxue have a playful yet serious exchange, with Shen Tingxue expressing her expectations for Gu Yuan's martial arts progress and Gu Yuan confidently stating his intention to break through to a Tier 1 Martial Artist before the college entrance exam.
• Gu Yuan observes Sun Miaomiao without her knowledge, showing interest in her spiritual energy circulation technique.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Gu Yuan spontaneously breaks through to become a Tier 1 Martial Artist while watching Sun Miaomiao draw talismans.
• Shen Tingxue tests Gu Yuan's strength using a power tester, and he demonstrates over 2300kg of force.
• Gu Yuan asks for a reward (a weapon) for his breakthrough, but Shen Tingxue refuses and sets a condition for him to earn one.

Character Developments

• Gu Yuan: Proves himself to be a prodigious talent by breaking through easily and displaying exceptional strength for a new Martial Artist.
• Shen Tingxue: Recognizes Gu Yuan's talent and agrees to support him, setting a challenge to test his abilities.

Significant Themes

• Talent and potential in martial arts.
• The responsibilities and challenges that come with power and recognition.

Character Interactions

• Gu Yuan and Shen Tingxue: Their relationship evolves from initial friction to mutual respect and understanding as Gu Yuan proves his abilities.
• Gu Yuan and Sun Miaomiao: Gu Yuan waves goodbye to Sun Miaomiao before entering the training room with Shen Tingxue, showing a friendly interaction.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Gu Yuan learns about the Fusionists, a cult that replaces human body parts with fierce beast organs and attempts to graft others' Dao Foundations.
• Shen Tingxue and Gu Yuan attend an urgent meeting at the Destiny Bureau regarding the upcoming defense and patrol arrangements due to the presence of a high-level warlock connected to the Fusionists.
• Gu Yuan practices controlling his blood-qi projection in the training room while Shen Tingxue attends the meeting.
• Gu Yuan receives a message from Zhang Yining, inviting him to the martial arts gym the next day to meet her cousin, Zhang Tian, who has returned from Tianbei Martial University.

Character Developments

• Gu Yuan: Shows concern for his safety after learning about the Fusionists and their methods. Demonstrates his growing strength by leaving a deep footprint on an alloy target during training.
• Shen Tingxue: Maintains her professional demeanor and responsibility as the Captain of the Destiny Bureau, prioritizing the safety of Sea City and its citizens.

Significant Themes

• The threat of the Fusionists and their unethical practices, highlighting the dangers posed by cults and extremist groups.
• The importance of self-defense and cultivation in a world where such threats exist.
• The responsibilities of those in power, as demonstrated by Shen Tingxue's dedication to her role as Captain.

Character Interactions

• Gu Yuan and Sun Miaomiao: Share information about the Fusionists, with Sun Miaomiao providing Gu Yuan with crucial details about the cult's practices and their interest in high-talent individuals like him.
• Gu Yuan and Shen Tingxue: Maintain a professional relationship, with Shen Tingxue giving Gu Yuan instructions on his training and Gu Yuan showing respect for her authority.
• Gu Yuan and Zhang Yining (via message): Plan to meet at the martial arts gym the next day, suggesting a friendly and competitive dynamic between them.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Gu Yuan wants to find a reason to watch the gate at the Destiny Bureau.
• He tells Shen Tingxue he wants to be a security guard to gain experience and help the overworked guard.
• Shen Tingxue agrees to arrange it, considering the Destiny Bureau's current manpower shortage.

Character Developments

• Gu Yuan: Shows determination and initiative in pursuing his goals, even if it means taking on challenging or mundane tasks.
• Shen Tingxue: Demonstrates concern for Gu Yuan's well-being and safety, but ultimately supports his decision.

Significant Themes

• Pursuit of personal goals and experiences.
• The importance of hard work and dedication, even in seemingly mundane tasks.
• The impact of fierce beasts on society and the need for protection.

Character Interactions

• Gu Yuan and Shen Tingxue: Cousins with a close relationship; Shen Tingxue is initially skeptical of Gu Yuan's intentions but agrees to help him.
• Gu Yuan and his parents: They discuss the recent increase in fierce beast activity near the city, with Gu Yuanzheng sharing his experience of encountering Red-Armored Beasts while delivering goods.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Fierce beasts' behavior becomes abnormal, hinting at a potential threat.
• Gu Yuan's father, Gu Yuanzheng, considers returning to martial arts due to these events.
• Gu Yuan suspects the Fusion Sect's involvement in inciting the beasts.
• Zhang Tian returns, having changed his appearance dramatically, and challenges Gu Yuan to a spar.

Character Developments

• Gu Yuanzheng: Struggles with his desire to return to martial arts, still has his "lonely master" persona.
• Gu Yuan: Becomes more mature and analytical, considering the potential threats and connections between events.
• Zhang Tian: Remains boastful and confident, eager to test Gu Yuan's progress.

Significant Themes

• The struggle between personal desires and responsibility (Gu Yuanzheng).
• The power dynamics and gaps between individuals (Zhang Tian's boasting).
• The potential threats and connections between seemingly unrelated events (Gu Yuan's suspicions).

Character Interactions

• Gu Yuanzheng and Gu Yuan: The father-son duo shares their thoughts on the recent events, with Gu Yuan showing understanding and respect for his father's past.
• Gu Yuan and Zhang Tian: The cousins reunite, with Zhang Tian showing off his new appearance and challenging Gu Yuan to a spar, highlighting their competitive and playful relationship.
• Zhang Tian and Zhang Yining: Zhang Tian shows his dominance and care for his younger brother by slapping him on the back of the head to silence him.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhang Tian, a student from Martial University, challenges Gu Yuan, a high school student, to a sparring match.
• Zhang Tian initially vows not to use blood energy, but Gu Yuan's powerful punches force him to defend with blood energy.
• The match ends with Zhang Tian using blood energy, breaking his initial promise.

Character Developments

• Zhang Tian: Starts off arrogant, underestimating Gu Yuan's strength. After taking heavy hits, he's forced to use blood energy, breaking his promise and losing face.
• Gu Yuan: Shows exceptional strength and control for a Blood Tempering Realm cultivator, pushing Zhang Tian to his limits.

Significant Themes

• The importance of humility and not underestimating one's opponent.
• The power dynamics between high school students and university students in the cultivation world.

Character Interactions

• Zhang Tian and Gu Yuan: Zhang Tian underestimates Gu Yuan, leading to a tense and challenging sparring match. Gu Yuan forces Zhang Tian to use blood energy, breaking his promise and causing him to lose face.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhang Tian, Gu Yuan, and Zhang Yining plan to visit the Sea City black market to sell defective Breath Pills.
• Gu Yuan and Zhang Yining initially misunderstand Zhang Tian's intentions, thinking he wants them to consume the pills.
• Zhang Tian explains that the pills are not illegal but are in high demand among students aiming for the Alchemy Academy and Artifact Refinement Academy at Martial University.
• Gu Yuan and Zhang Yining agree to accompany Zhang Tian to the black market.
• Gu Yuan expresses interest in becoming an alchemist after learning about their high earnings.

Character Developments

• Zhang Tian: Shows entrepreneurial spirit and resourcefulness in finding a market for the defective pills.
• Gu Yuan: Demonstrates curiosity and ambition, considering a career in alchemy after learning about its profitability.
• Zhang Yining: Remains quiet but is eager to accompany her cousin to the black market for the experience.

Significant Themes

• The profitability and scarcity of alchemy, highlighting the value of pills and the exclusivity of alchemists.
• The importance of understanding context and clarifying intentions to avoid misunderstandings.

Character Interactions

• Zhang Tian, Gu Yuan, and Zhang Yining interact as a close-knit group, supporting each other's decisions and sharing information.
• Gu Yuan and Zhang Yining's initial misunderstanding of Zhang Tian's intentions leads to a humorous moment before they clarify the situation.
• A mysterious student overhears their conversation and reports it to the Destiny Bureau, hinting at potential future complications.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhang Tian, Gu Yuan, and Zhang Yining enter the black market to sell defective Blood Qi Pills.
• They encounter a middle-aged man selling fake medicinal pills, who offers to teach them black market scams.
• After a long day with no sales, a potential customer appears.

Character Developments

• Zhang Tian: Desperate to sell the pills quickly, he's naive and overly trusting, leading to a tense situation with a potential customer.
• Gu Yuan: Observant and analytical, he notices the labels above people's heads, revealing their true professions.
• Zhang Yining: Curious and naive, he's easily distracted and starts to doze off while waiting for customers.

Significant Themes

• Deception and Trust: The black market is filled with scams, making it difficult for genuine goods to be sold without trust-building measures.
• Perseverance: Despite a slow day with no sales, the trio remains determined to sell their pills.

Character Interactions

• Zhang Tian and the middle-aged man: They have a brief interaction where the man offers to teach black market scams, highlighting the prevalent dishonesty in the market.
• Zhang Tian and the potential customer: Their interaction turns tense when the customer insists on inspecting the pills before paying, leading to a potential conflict.