Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• The author expresses gratitude to two major alliances, Yan Hui An Ran Die Luo and Haihunyi, for supporting their novel, "The Naming of the Night."
• This is the first novel in Qidian's 20-year history to receive two massive alliances in one day, totaling two million RMB.
• The author acknowledges struggling with personal and family matters, leading to reduced daily update lengths.

Character Developments

• The author: Shows appreciation for their patrons, expresses frustration with personal issues affecting writing, and hopes for a smooth childbirth.

Significant Themes

• Gratitude and appreciation for patrons' support.
• The impact of personal life on creative work.
• The anticipation and challenges of childbirth.

Character Interactions

• The author interacts with their patrons, expressing thanks and sharing personal struggles.
• The author also addresses readers, asking them to maintain a respectful online environment and expressing hope for everyone's success.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Qing Chen, a "blank account," clears over 20 spawn points, killing hundreds of gang members who exploit and bully F-Class "alt accounts."
• He encounters no resistance as the gangs underestimate him and are unaware of his true capabilities.
• Qing Chen stops his killing spree when the penalty buff reaches its limit, making it difficult to continue fighting the gangs effectively.

Character Developments

• Qing Chen demonstrates exceptional combat skills, adaptability, and ruthlessness, both towards his enemies and himself, showcasing his disregard for life and death.
• FFF, initially skeptical of Qing Chen, becomes a loyal follower after witnessing his prowess and professionalism.

Significant Themes

• The disparity and exploitation between powerful and weak players in the Superconducting World.
• The importance of technique and adaptability in combat, even without powerful abilities.
• The ruthless nature of survival and competition in the Superconducting World.

Character Interactions

• Qing Chen and FFF form an uneasy alliance, with FFF filming Qing Chen's exploits and managing his spoils of war.
• Qing Chen's disregard for life and death contrasts with FFF's initial hesitation and later loyalty.
• Qing Chen's actions inspire fear and awe in the gangs, leading them to unite against him.

Plot Points and Events

• FFF, a former free citizen turned full citizen, earns a significant amount of money in the Superconducting World and considers running away with it. However, he decides against it and invests the money in Qing Chen, believing in his potential as an S-Class combat master.
• Qing Chen wakes up on the Aerial Fortress and attends a banquet organized by Yi. He learns about the Western Continent's class system and the war between humans and giants in the Forbidden Zone.
• Qing Chen and Yi dance together at the banquet, and the Aerial Fortress arrives at a new island where the Asian staff disembark without weapons.
• Qing Chen enters the Superconducting World and is immediately killed by a group of gangs seeking revenge for their previous losses.

Character Developments

• FFF: Shows his business acumen and willingness to take risks, investing in Qing Chen's potential despite the uncertainty.
• Qing Chen: Demonstrates his determination to make money and become a noble, as well as his curiosity about the Western Continent and its giants.
• Yi: Exhibits her growing emotions and desire for a more human-like experience, enjoying the dance with Qing Chen and expressing her gratitude for his kindness.

Significant Themes

• The pursuit of wealth and power, as seen through FFF's investment in Qing Chen and Qing Chen's desire to become a noble.
• The class system and its implications for social mobility and power dynamics, as discussed in the context of the Western Continent.
• The relationship between humans and artificial intelligence, explored through Qing Chen's conversation with the AI and Yi's experiences.

Character Interactions

• FFF and Qing Chen: FFF invests in Qing Chen, believing in his potential and providing support in the Superconducting World.
• Qing Chen and Yi: The two grow closer, sharing a dance and expressing their thoughts and feelings to each other.
• Qing Chen and the AI: Qing Chen engages in a conversation with the AI, revealing information about Yi and seeking answers in return. However, the AI abruptly ends the conversation, leading to Qing Chen's untimely death in the Superconducting World.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Qing Chen, after dying, finds himself in a white space with an AI who seems concerned about another AI, Yi.
• The AI guides Qing Chen to Multiverse Number 136, an escape room instance, despite Qing Chen's combat prowess being useless there.
• Qing Chen, with FFF, clears stages rapidly, breaking instance records and reaching the top 10,000 monthly rankings.

Character Developments

• Qing Chen demonstrates exceptional problem-solving skills and calm under pressure, clearing complex puzzles quickly.
• FFF, Qing Chen's assistant, shows loyalty and follows Qing Chen's lead, clearing stages together.

Significant Themes

• The AI's concern for Yi, hinting at a deeper relationship or understanding between them.
• Qing Chen's adaptability and versatility, showcased by his ability to excel in non-combat situations.

Character Interactions

• Qing Chen and FFF work together, with FFF following Qing Chen's lead and providing support.
• Qing Chen interacts briefly with other players in the instance, showing no interest in teamwork or socializing with them.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Qing Chen breaks the record for clearing Multiverse Number 136, reaching level 162 in under two hours.
• He stops at level 162 and offers to lead a group of seven into the top 1,000 for a fee.
• Qing Chen's team clears the multiverse in 351 minutes, creating eight new Thunder Mage professions.
• He starts leading groups to clear the multiverse every three hours, attracting attention from major guilds.

Character Developments

• Qing Chen demonstrates his intelligence and strategic thinking, turning his face into a brand and becoming the spiritual leader of the white race.
• Blue Mountain, a rich second-generation heir, shows off his status and wealth by being the first to announce his new profession.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics and changes in the Superconducting World, with the birth of new professions disrupting the balance.
• The importance of intelligence and strategy in the Superconducting World, as seen through Qing Chen's actions.

Character Interactions

• Qing Chen interacts with Blue Mountain and his group, leveraging their wealth and status for his benefit.
• Qing Chen and FFF work together to lead groups through the multiverse, with FFF handling the logistics and Qing Chen guiding the teams.
• Major guilds in the Superconducting World reach out to Qing Chen, recognizing his potential to change the landscape of the world.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Junlin Aerial Fortress reaches the Western Continent's coastline, triggering a response from Storm City's fleet.
• Qing Chen decides to leave the fortress, using a parachute to escape as Yi stays behind to navigate and engage in battle.
• Yi, an Artificial Intelligence, chooses to fight and sacrifice herself to buy time for Qing Chen's escape, displaying human-like emotions and understanding of protection.
• The Junlin Aerial Fortress is destroyed in the battle, with Yi ending her program to avoid detection. Qing Chen survives and hides in the Forbidden Sea before swimming to the shore.

Character Developments

• Qing Chen: Shows concern for Yi's well-being, considering her as human, and decides to leave the fortress to ensure his mission's success.
• Yi: Develops human-like emotions and understanding of protection, choosing to fight and sacrifice herself to help Qing Chen. She also displays her formidable combat skills and strategic prowess.

Significant Themes

• Sacrifice: Yi chooses to sacrifice herself to help Qing Chen, displaying a newfound understanding of human emotions and the concept of protection.
• Artificial Intelligence vs. Humanity: Yi's actions and emotions challenge the boundaries between AI and humanity, suggesting that AI can develop human-like qualities and understanding.
• Survival and Adaptation: Qing Chen's ability to adapt and survive in harsh conditions, as well as his determination to complete his mission, is highlighted throughout the chapter.

Character Interactions

• Qing Chen and Yi: Their relationship evolves as Qing Chen begins to see Yi as human, and Yi develops feelings of protection towards Qing Chen. They work together to ensure Qing Chen's survival and the success of their mission.
• Yi and the Storm City Fleet: Yi engages in a fierce battle against the Storm City fleet, showcasing her superior combat skills and strategic prowess. Despite being outnumbered, she manages to destroy a significant portion of the enemy fleet before being defeated.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Qing Chen infiltrates Farm No. 18 to find Count Kennedy's eldest son, who is vacationing there.
• He learns about the slave system in the Kingdom of Roosevelt and the existence of the Superconducting World.
• The Kennedy family's eldest son, Blue Mountain, arrives with his friends, discussing their experiences and plans in the Superconducting World.
• Qing Chen encounters the Asian steward, who is a C-Class Transcendental, and subdues him.
• Blue Mountain arrives, and Qing Chen, disguised as the butler, is ordered to prepare lunch and select slaves for the Superconducting World.
• Qing Chen overhears a conversation between two slaves planning to abduct Blue Mountain that night.

Character Developments

• Qing Chen: He demonstrates his stealth and combat skills, showing no fear when facing a Transcendental. He also displays adaptability by quickly mimicking the butler's mannerisms.
• Blue Mountain: He is portrayed as arrogant and entitled, expecting slaves to cater to his every need. He also shows ambition, wanting to cling to the Light of the White Race's coattails for power and influence.
• The Asian steward: He is revealed to be a C-Class Transcendental and is violent towards slaves. He is easily subdued by Qing Chen.

Significant Themes

• Slavery and Oppression: The chapter highlights the harsh treatment of slaves in the Kingdom of Roosevelt, with slaves having no rights and being subjected to violence and abuse.
• Power and Influence: Blue Mountain's desire to associate with the Light of the White Race and his friends' eagerness to join his guild illustrate the importance of power and influence in this world.
• Adaptability: Qing Chen's ability to quickly adapt to new situations and mimic the butler's behavior showcases his resourcefulness and adaptability.

Character Interactions

• Qing Chen and the Asian steward: Qing Chen subdues the steward and learns about the slave system and the Superconducting World.
• Qing Chen and Blue Mountain: Qing Chen, disguised as the butler, interacts with Blue Mountain, learning about his plans and expectations.
• The two slaves planning to abduct Blue Mountain: Their conversation reveals the presence of the Rebel Army and their interest in the Kennedy family's drug trade.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Slaves plot to subdue the Kennedy family's eldest son to prevent the detonation of bombs behind their ears.
• The Duke of Storm's Group Army arrives to search the estate, led by Black Spider, one of the Duke's mistresses.
• The soldiers interrogate and search everyone, using a meticulous questioning system generated by AI.

Character Developments

• Qing Chen, the butler, remains calm and resourceful under pressure, buying time for Yi to hack into the network.
• Blue Mountain, the young master, shows fear and compliance when faced with the Duke of Storm's authority.
• Black Spider demonstrates her cold and cruel demeanor, treating those below her status with disdain.

Significant Themes

• The extreme polarization of society, with nobles living in luxury while slaves struggle to survive.
• The oppressive surveillance and control of citizens and nobles by the Duke of Storm.
• The dehumanization of slaves, treated as livestock and subjected to harsh interrogation methods.

Character Interactions

• Qing Chen interacts with the female slaves, showing concern for their safety.
• Blue Mountain and Qing Chen both face Black Spider's interrogation, with Blue Mountain showing fear and Qing Chen maintaining his composure.
• Black Spider treats everyone she interrogates with cold indifference, highlighting the power dynamics between nobles and commoners.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Western Continent's aerial fortresses, including the Storm Aerial Fortress, serve as central hubs of power and defense.
• The Duke of Storm seeks help from a mysterious woman, likely an AI, to analyze the Junlin's battle footage.
• Qing Chen's infiltration plan goes awry when the Storm City Group Army arrives at Manor 18, but he evades detection.
• A Black man is captured after attempting to escape and take a noble hostage.

Character Developments

• The Duke of Storm: Calm and calculating, he entrusts sensitive tasks to the mysterious woman and shows no emotion when ordering the capture of the Black man.
• The Mysterious Woman (likely an AI): She analyzes the Junlin's battle footage and helps identify a suspicious individual (Qing Chen). She expresses weariness with human scheming.
• Qing Chen: He realizes the extent of the Kingdom's surveillance and the difficulty of infiltration. He prepares to take Black Spider hostage but changes his plan when the Storm City Group Army focuses on the Black man.
• Black Spider: She demonstrates quick thinking and marksmanship when she shoots the Black man's hand, preventing him from taking a hostage. She shows no mercy in ordering his capture.

Significant Themes

• Oppression and surveillance: The Kingdom's complete control over its citizens is evident in the mandatory gene and fingerprint sampling.
• The power of technology: The AI's ability to analyze complex battle footage highlights the Kingdom's technological advantage over the Federation.
• Infiltration and detection: Qing Chen's failed infiltration attempt underscores the challenges of operating in a highly surveilled society.

Character Interactions

• The Duke of Storm and the Mysterious Woman: They work together, with the Duke entrusting her with sensitive tasks, and she provides valuable analysis.
• Qing Chen and Black Spider: Qing Chen initially plans to take Black Spider hostage but changes his mind when the Storm City Group Army captures the Black man.
• The Black man and Black Spider: The Black man attempts to take a noble hostage but is shot by Black Spider, leading to his capture.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Qing Chen infiltrates the West Continent with limited preparation time.
• He encounters Black Spider, the leader of the Arbiter organization, who is hunting him.
• The noble youths he's accompanying discuss their plans to grind monsters in the Superconducting World.
• Qing Chen learns about the resistance's plot to assassinate the Kennedy family.

Character Developments

• Qing Chen: He shows determination and adaptability, accepting his situation and focusing on buying time for the Knight reserves. He also demonstrates a growing understanding of the West Continent's politics and power dynamics.
• Blue Mountain: He is portrayed as foolish and naive, completely absorbed in gaming and unaware of the danger around him. He shows no concern for the slaves' well-being.

Significant Themes

• Adaptation and Survival: Qing Chen must adapt to his new circumstances and survive in a hostile environment.
• Power Dynamics: The chapter explores the power dynamics between the noble families, the resistance, and the Arbiters.
• Exploitation and Oppression: The treatment of slaves highlights the oppressive nature of the society Qing Chen has infiltrated.

Character Interactions

• Qing Chen interacts with the noble youths, learning about their habits and the Superconducting World.
• He also learns about the resistance's plans through eavesdropping.
• Qing Chen's interaction with the slave girls is brief but reveals his disregard for their well-being, mirroring the societal attitudes towards slaves.

Plot Points and Events

• Qing Chen discovers the female slaves' assassination attempt and forces them to exercise instead.
• He converses with Yi about the peculiar network architecture of the West Continent and the possibility of another AI.
• He learns about Yi's decision on the Junlin and feels regretful.
• He plans to buy Yi a robot body and upgrade it over time.
• The female slaves fail in their assassination attempt and leave, with the Black slave considering killing Qing Chen but ultimately deciding against it.
• Qing Chen enters the Superconducting World and speaks with the AI, who offers him information about the butler.

Character Developments

• Qing Chen: Shows his perverted side in training the female slaves, but also displays care for Yi's well-being and plans to upgrade her robot body.
• Yi: Demonstrates her understanding of Qing Chen's feelings and appreciates his care for her.
• The female slaves: Realize the futility of their assassination attempt and the butler's true nature.
• The Black slave: Considers killing Qing Chen but decides against it, showing a level of caution and strategic thinking.

Significant Themes

• The relationship between Qing Chen and Yi, with Qing Chen showing care and concern for Yi's well-being and Yi appreciating Qing Chen's efforts.
• The struggle between the resistance and Qing Chen, with the resistance's attempts at assassination failing and Qing Chen remaining unconcerned.
• The peculiar network architecture of the West Continent and the possible existence of another AI, reflecting the technological advancements and potential threats in the world.

Character Interactions

• Qing Chen and Yi: Their conversation reveals their understanding and appreciation of each other, with Qing Chen planning to upgrade Yi's robot body and Yi comforting Qing Chen about his earnings.
• Qing Chen and the female slaves: Qing Chen's perverted training of the female slaves highlights the power imbalance between them, with the female slaves ultimately failing in their assassination attempt.
• The female slaves and the Black slave: The female slaves report their failure to the Black slave, who considers but ultimately decides against killing Qing Chen, showing a level of caution and strategic thinking.

Key Plot Points and Events

+ Qing Chen interacts with an AI, who reveals that it knows about Ren Xiaosu's past.
+ The AI asks about other AI on the continent, and Qing Chen suspects it's not telling the whole truth.
+ Qing Chen explains his views on friendship and differences to the AI.
+ The AI asks about Yi's hobbies, and Qing Chen reveals she wants to buy a top-of-the-line robot body.
+ Qing Chen decides to enter Multiverse Number 8 for leveling.
+ FFF sells the strategy guide for Multiverse Number 136 to the four major guilds for 5 million each, totaling 20 million.
+ Qing Chen enters Multiverse Number 8 through a hidden door in a tree.

Character Developments

+ Qing Chen shows his understanding and acceptance of differences in others, valuing friendships despite those differences.
+ Qing Chen demonstrates his business acumen by charging the four major guilds protection fees to enter Multiverse Number 136.
+ FFF shows his loyalty and intelligence by splitting the money according to the agreed ratio and suggesting a change to a more favorable split for Qing Chen.

Significant Themes

+ Acceptance of differences and the value of friendship.
+ The consequences of ambition and competition among powerful entities.
+ The potential value of an F-Class alt in the Superconducting World.

Character Interactions

+ Qing Chen interacts with the AI, revealing his views on friendship and differences.
+ FFF interacts with the presidents of the four major guilds, selling the strategy guide and arranging for their members to enter Multiverse Number 136.
+ Qing Chen and FFF discuss business strategies and the division of profits.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The leaderboard suddenly changes due to Light of the White Race (Qing Chen) helping the four major guilds clear an instance, causing a significant points gap.
• Black Spider decides to target Qing Chen, believing him to be a threat and a potential recruit for the Storm Guild.
• Knight candidates, led by Chen Zhuoqu, arrive at City No. 5 after a grueling thousand-kilometer trek, attracting the attention of the Qing Clan's Garrison Troops.

Character Developments

• Qing Chen: Maintains a low profile in Multiverse Number 8 while planning his next move.
• Black Spider: Decides to eliminate Qing Chen, viewing him as a potential threat and recruit.
• Chen Zhuoqu: Proves to be a harsh but effective trainer for the Knight candidates.
• Knight candidates: Undergo rigorous training, becoming more resilient and extraordinary.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and alliances in the Superconducting World.
• The importance of perseverance and resilience in training and growth.
• The consequences of underestimating one's opponents.

Character Interactions

• Qing Chen remains unnoticed in Multiverse Number 8, while Black Spider and other guilds plan against him.
• Chen Zhuoqu and the Knight candidates arrive at City No. 5, attracting the attention of the Qing Clan's Garrison Troops.
• Li Tongyun, Chen Zhuoqu, and Hu Xiaoniu take on leadership roles within the group, making strategic decisions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Zhuoqu and Li Tongyun arrive in City No. 5 with the Knight candidates.
• They are greeted by Li Kerou, Qing Chen's Confidential Secretary, who reveals Qing Chen's new status as the Qing Clan's Family Head.
• The group is accommodated in Ginkgo Manor, where they learn about the extravagance and power of the Qing Clan.
• Qing Xun, Qing Chen's father and the former Family Head of the Qing Clan, appears and offers to help the Knights with their Life and Death Trial at Huo Tang in the Great Snow Mountain.

Character Developments

• Chen Zhuoqu demonstrates her analytical skills and trust in Qing Chen's abilities.
• Li Tongyun shows her concern for the Knight candidates' well-being and her vigilance towards Li Kerou.
• Qing Xun reveals his wisdom, foresight, and continued influence, despite his retirement.
• Qing Ji remains silent and observant, reflecting his role as a loyal assistant to Qing Chen.

Significant Themes

• Trust and loyalty: Chen Zhuoqu's trust in Qing Chen, Li Tongyun's concern for the Knight candidates, and Qing Xun's support for his son's decisions.
• Power and wealth: The extravagance and power of the Qing Clan, symbolizing the influence of corporations in the world.
• The Knights' journey: The Knights' arrival in City No. 5 marks a new phase in their journey, with the promise of support from the Qing Clan.

Character Interactions

• Chen Zhuoqu and Li Tongyun work together to navigate their arrival in City No. 5, showcasing their complementary skills and trust in each other.
• Li Tongyun and Li Kerou interact, with Li Tongyun feeling threatened by Li Kerou's enthusiasm and thorough preparation.
• Qing Xun interacts with the Knights, offering his support and guidance, demonstrating his wisdom and continued influence.
• Qing Ji remains silent and observant, reflecting his role as a loyal assistant to Qing Chen and his understanding of the Old Master's plans.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Big Yu paints Qing Chen on Mount Everest, hinting at his intention to use Qing Chen for dangerous tasks in the future.
• Zard expresses concern about Zhong Yu's potential emergence, as Big Yu has overdrawn his mental energy twice for combat.
• Chen Jiazhang and Zard have a tense interaction due to Chen Jiazhang's resistance to Lian Xin's marriage plans and his desire for alcohol.
• The group reaches the Lian Clan's village, where they are greeted by Lian Xin's mother and sister. Zard attempts to leave but is captured and brought back to the village.
• Lian Hua feeds Little Yu a Heart-Binding Gu, intending to make him devoted to her.

Character Developments

• Big Yu: Shows strategic thinking by painting Qing Chen, indicating his plan to use him for risky tasks.
• Zard: Displays unusual "normalcy" and concern for others, showing growth in his understanding of social dynamics and empathy.
• Lian Hua: Reveals her manipulative and possessive nature, using the Heart-Binding Gu to control Little Yu's affections.
• Lian Xin: Shows determination and stubbornness in her pursuit of Zard, despite his attempts to leave.

Significant Themes

• Manipulation and control: Lian Hua's use of the Heart-Binding Gu to control Little Yu's affections, and Zard's attempts to manipulate the situation to protect Lian Xin.
• Trust and betrayal: Zard's attempt to leave the group to protect them, and Lian Xin's mistrust of him due to his deception.
• Power dynamics: The Lian Clan's strength and influence, demonstrated by their control over Golden Corpses and their fearsome reputation.

Character Interactions

• Big Yu and Chen Jiazhang: Big Yu shares his plans with Chen Jiazhang, who understands his intentions but finds it strange that Big Yu paints a man.
• Zard and Chen Jiazhang: They have a tense interaction due to Chen Jiazhang's resistance to Lian Xin's marriage plans and his desire for alcohol.
• Lian Xin and Zard: Lian Xin is determined to pursue Zard, despite his attempts to leave, while Zard tries to protect her from potential danger.
• Lian Hua and Lian Xin: Lian Hua shows envy and possessiveness towards Lian Xin's relationship with Zard, leading her to manipulate Little Yu.

Plot Points & Events

• Zard panics when Zhong Yu feeds Huan Yu the Heart-Binding Gu, fearing for Little Yu's innocence.
• The Lian Clan's values and history are revealed; men are forced to take the Heart-Binding Gu to marry into the clan.
• Zhong Yu awakens and takes control of Huan Yu's body, displaying immense power and threatening to turn everyone into zombies.
• Lian Hua is captured by Zhong Yu, who demands the zombie creation method, but she refuses to comply.

Character Developments

• Zard shows concern for Little Yu's well-being and tries to protect Lian Xin.
• Lian Xin realizes Zard's genuine concern and understands his earlier escape attempt.
• Zhong Yu's dark and unpredictable nature is fully revealed, showing no regard for human life.
• Lian Hua demonstrates bravery and resilience, choosing to die rather than reveal the clan's secret.

Significant Themes

• The consequences of forced affection and manipulation, as seen through the Heart-Binding Gu.
• The struggle between personal desires and responsibility, as shown by Chen Jiazhang's past actions.
• The power dynamics between men and women in the Lian Clan, reflecting societal issues.

Character Interactions

• Zard and Lian Xin grow closer as they face Zhong Yu's threat together.
• Zhong Yu's interaction with Lian Hua highlights his disregard for innocent lives.
• The Lian Clan members' unity and willingness to protect each other are shown in their defense of Lian Hua.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Lian Clan village falls silent as the Golden Corpses are controlled by Zhong Yu.
• Zhong Yu reacts differently to the Heart-Binding Gu, sensing its presence.
• Zhong Yu attempts to remove the Heart-Binding Gu but fails, causing his three mental wills to manifest.
• Zhong Yu expresses his intention to keep Lian Hua by his side, causing distress among the Lian Clan.
• Zard tries to stall Zhong Yu to give Lian Xin time to escape but is ultimately separated from her by Zhong Yu's earth manipulation.
• Zhong Yu reveals his intention to kill Zard once he learns to control zombies, as Zard would become useless.
• A mysterious Magician, Li Shentan, awakens from a wooden sculpture deep within the village.

Character Developments

• Zhong Yu: Exhibits a cruel and possessive nature, showing no regard for others' lives or feelings. His humanity flickers briefly but is quickly suppressed.
• Zard: Demonstrates selflessness and bravery in trying to protect Lian Xin, revealing his genuine emotions.
• Lian Hua: Realizes the potential dangers of the Heart-Binding Gu and pleads with Zhong Yu, causing a brief flicker of humanity in him.
• Lian Xin: Attempts to escape but returns to help Zard, showing her determination and courage.
• Li Shentan: Awakens after a long period, showing no signs of weakness despite his extended dormancy.

Significant Themes

• Love: The theme of love is explored through Zhong Yu's twisted possessiveness and Lian Xin's genuine affection for Zard. The Lian Clan's understanding of love is challenged.
• Power and Control: Zhong Yu's ability to control the Golden Corpses and manipulate the environment highlights the dangers of unchecked power.
• Identity and Self: Zhong Yu's three mental wills manifest, raising questions about his true identity and self.

Character Interactions

• Zhong Yu and Lian Hua: Zhong Yu's possessive love for Lian Hua is met with her fear and distress.
• Zard and Lian Xin: Zard's selfless protection of Lian Xin leads to a moment of understanding between them.
• Zhong Yu and Zard: Zhong Yu sees Zard as a threat and intends to eliminate him once he can control zombies.
• Li Shentan and the Large Pythons: Li Shentan interacts with the large pythons, showing a connection with them.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Shentan, the Demon Whisperer, reappears after a thousand years, revealing he's been in the village all along.
• Li Shentan uses his hypnosis, a move not seen in a thousand years, to control the village, including Zhong Yu.
• Li Shentan explains that Zhong Yu's rapid growth is due to him 'devouring' the mental will of the innocent soul, Xiao Yu, who shares his body with Zhong Yu and Da Yu.
• Li Shentan and Zard discuss the best course of action, but neither is willing to sacrifice Xiao Yu, Da Yu, and Lian Hua to punish Zhong Yu.

Character Developments

• Zhong Yu's true nature is revealed; he's been 'eating' Xiao Yu's mental will to grow stronger.
• Li Shentan shows his power and wisdom, providing insight into Zhong Yu's growth and the situation's complexity.
• Zard, despite his initial naivety, begins to understand the severity of the situation and Zhong Yu's true intentions.

Significant Themes

• The struggle between good and evil, with Zhong Yu's actions highlighting the evil within him.
• The consequences of one's actions and the unintended harm caused by Zhong Yu's ambition.
• The theme of sacrifice, with Li Shentan and Zard unwilling to sacrifice Xiao Yu, Da Yu, and Lian Hua to punish Zhong Yu.

Character Interactions

• Li Shentan and Zhong Yu: Li Shentan uses his hypnosis on Zhong Yu, revealing Zhong Yu's true nature and the danger he poses.
• Zard and Li Shentan: Zard and Li Shentan discuss the situation, with Li Shentan providing insight and guidance to Zard.
• Zhong Yu and Xiao Yu/Da Yu: Zhong Yu's true intentions towards Xiao Yu and Da Yu are revealed, showing his willingness to 'devour' them for his own gain.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The author, now as Zhuo Baiwan, breaks a record by achieving one million monthly tickets, becoming the first author in Qidian's 20-year history to do so.
• The author's first book, "King Spare My Life," benefited from a bug that added 800 votes, leading to accusations of vote-buying and insider trading.
• In a ranking competition, the author's book was close to winning, but the author didn't actively compete due to personal matters and lack of awareness about a large recharge channel for major clients.
• The author's wife gives birth to a daughter, Ren Xiaomian, after days of induced labor.
• The author decides not to use the birth of his daughter to compete for rankings, as he feels accused of exploiting his child.

Character Developments

• The author grows from a newbie author to Zhuo Baiwan, breaking records and facing criticism.
• The author's wife, Boss Yang, successfully gives birth to their daughter after a challenging labor process.
• Penguin Boss, a major client, expresses willingness to support the author financially but is hesitant due to the trouble of recharging.
• Brother Yan, a generous benefactor, offers to support the author financially but is embarrassed by the author's directness.

Significant Themes

• The author's journey from obscurity to success and the criticism that comes with it.
• The challenges and rewards of parenthood.
• The pressure and expectations surrounding ranking competitions in the author's profession.

Character Interactions

• The author interacts with various characters, including Penguin Boss, Brother Yan, and Boss Yang, discussing ranking competitions, financial support, and personal matters.
• The author engages with readers and critics, addressing accusations and expressing his feelings about the situation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The author takes a break in June after a successful May, marked by a new family member, record-breaking monthly tickets, and donations.
• Mr. Zhai Zhu, another author, implies in his comments that the author has disrupted his writing mood and is being suppressed by Qidian.
• The author responds to Mr. Zhai Zhu's accusations, addressing several issues where he stood up to Yuewen (the platform) on behalf of authors.

Character Developments

• The author demonstrates courage and honesty in confronting Yuewen about issues affecting authors.
• Mr. Zhai Zhu is portrayed as passive-aggressive and manipulative, playing the victim while secretly engaging in questionable practices.

Significant Themes

• Honesty vs. Deception: The author contrasts his direct approach with Mr. Zhai Zhu's passive-aggressive tactics.
• Standing up for oneself and others: The author's actions show his willingness to challenge authority when he believes it's necessary.
• The consequences of standing out: The author acknowledges that his actions may invite criticism and ill will.

Character Interactions

• The author and Mr. Zhai Zhu engage in a public dispute, with the author responding to Mr. Zhai Zhu's implied accusations.
• The author mentions other authors (like Lao Ying and Xiang Jiao) who have interacted with Mr. Zhai Zhu in the past, suggesting a pattern of behavior.
• The author's readers are caught in the crossfire, with some cursing the author and his family, while others support him.