Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Ge finds the bloodstained nail used by the ragdoll in his backpack.
• He returns to New Century Park and resumes work, finding that his employees are handling things well.
• He discovers the hidden item for the Third Ward trial mission is the Medical Record of the Third Ward, which contains the resentment of ten patients.
• The Black Phone alerts Chen Ge to the arrival of the third special visitor.

Character Developments

• Chen Ge shows concern for the visitors who were sent to the hospital and is determined to find the special visitor.
• Uncle Xu expresses worry about Chen Ge causing trouble and asks him to be more careful.

Significant Themes

• The power and danger of the ghosts behind the door, especially those with great potential like the ten patients.
• The importance of balancing business growth with the ability to handle unexpected situations, like the appearance of the special visitor.

Character Interactions

• Chen Ge interacts with Uncle Xu, discussing the visitors sent to the hospital and the current queue of visitors.
• Chen Ge leads a group of five young visitors into the House of Horrors, with the group whispering about him behind his back.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Ge's House of Horrors attracts a group of five young people, including Liu Xianxian and Ma Ying, students from Han Jiang Forensic Academy.
• Chen Ge realizes their connection to Gao Ruxue and suspects one of them might be a special tourist.
• The group enters the Muyang Middle School scenario, with Liu Xianxian and Ma Ying displaying unusual behavior.

Character Developments

• Chen Ge: Shows his expertise in psychology, trying to deduce the special tourist among the group.
• Liu Xianxian: Seems to have feelings for someone, is curious about Chen Ge's abilities, and appears unafraid in the haunted house.
• Ma Ying: Reacts strangely when Chen Ge mentions her 'older sister,' hinting at a possible secret or connection to the supernatural.

Significant Themes

• Fear and bravery: Liu Xianxian's fearlessness contrasts with the others' fear, raising questions about her motivations and possible supernatural connection.
• Secrets and hidden truths: Both Liu Xianxian and Ma Ying seem to be hiding something, which could be connected to the special tourist identity.

Character Interactions

• Chen Ge interacts with the group, trying to gather information about their connection to Gao Ruxue and the possibility of a special tourist.
• Liu Xianxian and Ma Ying: Their close relationship is evident, but tension arises when Chen Ge mentions Ma Ying's 'older sister.'
• The group dynamics change as they progress through the haunted house, with Liu Xianxian taking the lead and the boys following her.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Ge watches surveillance footage of Liu Xianxian's behavior in the Haunted House, noting her unusual reactions to fear.
• Liu Xianxian has a panic attack in the West Suburb Private Academy boys' dormitory, shouting "I'm sorry" to an unknown entity.
• Chen Ge discovers that Liu Xianxian had similar episodes in the past, suggesting a traumatic event.
• Chen Ge gives Captain Li a blood-stained iron nail to identify its owner, suspecting a police officer's involvement.
• Liu Xianxian asks Chen Ge to accompany her to meet her boyfriend at Jiujiang Forensic Medical College, triggering the Hidden Trial Mission "The Missing Wife."

Character Developments

• Chen Ge: Becomes more suspicious of Liu Xianxian's past and her connection to the Haunted House incidents. He also shows concern for her well-being.
• Liu Xianxian: Exhibits signs of trauma, possibly related to her time at school. She reaches out to Chen Ge for help in verifying her boyfriend's feelings.

Significant Themes

• Trauma and its effects on behavior (Liu Xianxian's panic attacks and unusual reactions to fear).
• Trust and deception (Chen Ge's suspicion of a police officer's involvement and Liu Xianxian's uncertainty about her boyfriend's feelings).
• The consequences of curiosity and investigation (Chen Ge's decision to help Liu Xianxian, leading to the unlocking of a new mission).

Character Interactions

• Chen Ge and Liu Xianxian: Chen Ge watches Liu Xianxian's behavior in the surveillance footage, leading to his suspicion of her past trauma. Liu Xianxian later asks Chen Ge for help, strengthening their connection.
• Chen Ge and Captain Li: Chen Ge seeks Captain Li's help in identifying the owner of the blood-stained iron nail, hinting at their trust and collaboration.
• Liu Xianxian and her boyfriend: Liu Xianxian's uncertainty about her boyfriend's feelings leads her to ask Chen Ge for help, implying a lack of trust or communication between them.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The author shares their personal history with web novels, horror literature, and their initial attempts at writing.
• They discuss the publication and reception of their book, including an apology chapter and the unexpected support from readers.
• The author mentions their determination to win the Newcomer King title and the response from readers, including criticism and gratitude.

Character Developments (Author's Perspective)

• The author reveals their introverted nature and struggles with communication, reflecting in their protagonist's lack of friends and closeness with ghosts.
• They express their determination and resilience in pursuing their writing goals despite initial rejections and struggles.

Significant Themes

• The author emphasizes the loneliness of writing and the importance of reader support.
• They touch on the theme of perseverance in the face of adversity and the power of belief in one's dreams.

Character Interactions (Author and Readers)

• The author interacts with readers through comments on their chapters, receiving encouragement, criticism, and gratitude.
• They mention specific readers who supported them, such as those who cast their first monthly ticket, came from pirated sites, or scrimped to send tips.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Ge accepts a one-star mission from the Black Phone to find Liu Xianxian before midnight.
• Liu Xianxian meets Chen Ge at a teahouse outside the Han Jiang Medical University Forensic Academy to wait for a man she likes.
• The man does not show up, and Liu Xianxian becomes increasingly dejected.
• Chen Ge learns about Liu Xianxian's relationship with the man, who believes his deceased wife is still alive.

Character Developments

• Chen Ge: Shows empathy and understanding towards Liu Xianxian, trying to help her while also gathering information for his mission.
• Liu Xianxian: Reveals her feelings for a man who believes his deceased wife is still alive, showing desperation and despair.

Significant Themes

• Love and obsession: The man's unyielding belief in his wife's continued existence highlights the theme of obsessive love.
• Despair: Liu Xianxian's emotional state reflects the theme of despair, similar to members of the Ghost Stories Society.

Character Interactions

• Chen Ge and Liu Xianxian: Chen Ge tries to extract information from Liu Xianxian while offering support, while Liu Xianxian is hesitant to reveal too much about her personal life.
• Liu Xianxian and the man: Liu Xianxian waits for the man, hoping to meet him, but he does not appear, leaving her disappointed.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Liu Xianxian waits in vain for someone who never arrives.
• Chen Ge hides outside the female dormitory, watching Liu Xianxian.
• Chen Ge uploads the second part of 'Spirit Building Ghost Guest' comic.
• Liu Xianxian and Ma Ying sneak out of the dormitory at 1:49 AM, heading towards the abandoned teaching building.

Character Developments

• Liu Xianxian appears dejected and desperate, awaiting an unknown person.
• Chen Ge shows empathy and understanding towards Yan Danian, boosting his confidence.
• Yan Danian's excitement grows as he sees the positive reception of his comic.
• Ma Ying remains determined to find the truth about her sister's disappearance.
• Liu Xianxian starts to doubt the existence of the statue they've been searching for.

Significant Themes

• Patience and perseverance (Chen Ge waiting for Liu Xianxian, Ma Ying's determination)
• The power of art and creativity (Yan Danian's comic gaining traction)
• The search for truth and answers (Ma Ying and Liu Xianxian's quest for the statue)

Character Interactions

• Chen Ge interacts with Yan Danian through the Comic Album, encouraging him.
• Liu Xianxian and Ma Ying sneak out together, sharing their doubts and fears about their search for the statue.
• Chen Ge observes Liu Xianxian and Ma Ying from a distance, planning to follow them.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ma Ying discovers a post about an urban legend, the Weeping Statue, which matches a statue in her missing sister's video.
• Ma Ying and Liu Xian sneak into an abandoned teaching building to find the statue, believing it might help solve the mystery of Ma Ying's sister's disappearance.
• They encounter strange phenomena, including a chilly wind and formalin stains, suggesting someone has been in the building's basement recently.
• They find signs pointing to an underground morgue, with water stains leading towards it.

Character Developments

• Ma Ying: Determined, brave, and protective of Liu Xian. She's driven by her search for her missing sister.
• Liu Xian: Initially nervous and hesitant, but ultimately follows Ma Ying. She's more superstitious and easily frightened than Ma Ying.

Significant Themes

• The search for truth (Ma Ying's quest to find her sister and the Weeping Statue's ability to verify statements).
• Fear of the unknown (the girls' exploration of the abandoned building and the underground morgue).
• Friendship and loyalty (Ma Ying's commitment to protecting Liu Xian).

Character Interactions

• Ma Ying and Liu Xian's friendship is tested as they navigate the abandoned building together. Ma Ying's bravery and determination contrast with Liu Xian's fear and hesitation.
• Their dynamic shifts as Liu Xian becomes more reluctant, and Ma Ying more determined, highlighting their differing personalities and motivations.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ma Ying and Liu Xian enter a long, eerie corridor with rusted doors, leading to a storage room.
• They hear footsteps behind them, increasing their pace.
• They reach a battered wooden door with the words "Paradise Park" written on it, finding it ajar.
• Inside the warehouse, they discover a computer plugged in, which turns on with a malfunctioning screen displaying a distorted figure.
• They find a wooden cabinet with formalin on the handle, containing paintings from the perspective of a dissected corpse, expressing envy for life.

Character Developments

• Ma Ying: Shows courage and caution, noticing details like the formalin on the cabinet handle.
• Liu Xian: Initially fearful, she tries to maintain composure, showing curiosity about the computer screen.

Significant Themes

• Fear and curiosity: Both characters experience fear but are driven by curiosity to continue exploring.
• Envy: The paintings in the cabinet convey a sense of envy for life and the ability to possess a living body.

Character Interactions

• Ma Ying and Liu Xian: They support each other, with Ma Ying taking the lead in exploring and Liu Xian showing concern for her safety. They share their observations and discoveries, working together to uncover the mysteries in the warehouse.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ma Ying and Liu Xian discover paintings in the storage room, each depicting a Cadaver Teacher's perspective.
• Ma Ying finds a video of her missing sister, which shows a woman at the window with skin tone similar to the paintings' figures.
• Ma Ying suspects the woman in the video is a corpse and that the dead might have 'resurrected.'
• Liu Xian finds a statue in the storage room, preventing them from leaving.

Character Developments

• Ma Ying: Becomes increasingly suspicious and frightened due to the paintings and the video, leading her to believe in the possibility of the dead 'resurrecting.'
• Liu Xian: Initially timid, she stands her ground when she finds the statue, showing determination.

Significant Themes

• Death and resurrection: The paintings and the video suggest the possibility of the dead coming back to life.
• Fear and curiosity: Ma Ying's fear of the unknown is balanced by her curiosity to uncover the truth about her sister's disappearance.

Character Interactions

• Ma Ying and Liu Xian: Their friendship is tested as they encounter frightening events. Ma Ying becomes protective of Liu Xian, while Liu Xian shows determination to continue their investigation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Liu Xian and Ma Ying find the statue they've been searching for in an abandoned warehouse.
• Liu Xian asks the statue if the person she loves reciprocates her feelings, but the statue doesn't react.
• Ma Ying asks the statue if her sister was already murdered, and the statue sheds bloody tears, indicating the statement is true.
• Strange phenomena occur in the warehouse after the statue cries: the light distorts, and a thumping sound is heard outside the door.

Character Developments

• Liu Xian remains fixated on finding answers about her love interest, even in dangerous situations.
• Ma Ying becomes more determined to uncover the truth about her sister's disappearance after confirming the video's reality.

Significant Themes

• The power of truth and its consequences.
• The struggle between hope and reality.
• The dangers of obsession.

Character Interactions

• Liu Xian and Ma Ying's friendship is tested as they have differing views on the urgency of finding answers and the risks involved.
• Liu Xian's obsession with her love interest puts her and Ma Ying in danger.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The girls encounter a terrifying statue in the warehouse that reacts to Liu Xian's lies.
• The warehouse changes, blocking their exit with furniture and debris.
• A bald, swollen-faced man appears on the computer screen and copier.
• Xiao Ying and Liu Xian struggle to escape as the warehouse becomes increasingly hostile.

Character Developments

• Xiao Ying demonstrates bravery and determination in trying to protect Liu Xian.
• Liu Xian's emotional state deteriorates due to heartbreak and fear.

Significant Themes

• Fear and desperation: The girls face an unknown, terrifying force that drives them to the brink of madness.
• Truth and consequences: The statue reacts to Liu Xian's lies, suggesting a theme of honesty and its importance.

Character Interactions

• Xiao Ying and Liu Xian work together to escape, with Xiao Ying taking the lead in protecting her roommate.
• Xiao Ying's fear and determination contrast with Liu Xian's emotional fragility and despair.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ma Ying and Liu Xian, lost in the Underground Morgue, encounter a man with a hammer blocking their exit.
• They plan to either run back or charge forward, but fear paralyzes them.
• Chen Ge, the man with the hammer, approaches, causing them to flee deeper into the passage.
• Ma Ying and Liu Xian stop, resigned to their fate, but Chen Ge passes them without harm.
• They escape, and Chen Ge decides not to pursue the monsters to avoid triggering a trial mission.

Character Developments

• Ma Ying: Initially brave, she becomes paralyzed with fear when faced with Chen Ge. She regains some composure after he passes them by.
• Liu Xian: Overwhelmed by fear, she initially suggests changing their plan. After Chen Ge passes, she's too terrified to move.
• Chen Ge: He shows restraint and doesn't harm the girls, demonstrating his desire to help rather than harm. He also shows strategic thinking by not pursuing the monsters to avoid a trial mission.

Significant Themes

• Fear and Courage: Both Ma Ying and Liu Xian face their fears and find their limits. Chen Ge's presence brings out their deepest fears.
• Despair vs. Hope: The girls experience despair when faced with Chen Ge, but their hope returns when he passes them by without harm.
• Trust and Betrayal: The girls initially trust each other but struggle to execute their plan due to fear. Chen Ge's actions, though misunderstood, lead to a brief moment of trust.

Character Interactions

• Ma Ying and Liu Xian: They initially support each other but struggle to execute their plan due to fear. After Chen Ge passes, they help each other escape.
• Chen Ge and the Girls: Chen Ge's presence terrifies the girls, but his restraint and desire to help are ultimately what allow them to escape.

Key Plot Points & Events

• Chen Ge interrogates Ma Ying and Liu Xian about their sister's disappearance and the campus legend of a sculpture that can verify truths.
• They show him a video of a crime scene, with a mysterious woman on a windowsill.
• Chen Ge analyzes the video, suggesting the woman might not be human (a Ghost), and the primary crime scene might not be the room in the video.
• They lead Chen Ge to Paradise Park, an abandoned warehouse, where a sculpture that sheds tears when presented with truths is located.

Character Developments

• Chen Ge: Displayed analytical skills and logical thinking, showing no fear of the supernatural. He also demonstrated empathy towards Ma Ying and Liu Xian.
• Ma Ying: Initially terrified and defensive, she gained a bit of strength after Chen Ge's logical analysis. She also showed concern for her sister's case.
• Liu Xian: Remained scared and anxious throughout, relying on Ma Ying for support.

Significant Themes

• The supernatural and the unknown (Ghosts, hauntings, and mysterious phenomena).
• The power of logic and analysis in understanding and coping with the unknown.
• The theme of truth and verification, as seen through the sculpture that sheds tears.

Character Interactions

• Chen Ge interacts with Ma Ying and Liu Xian, initially intimidating them but later gaining their trust through his logical analysis and empathy.
• Ma Ying and Liu Xian interact with each other, supporting and comforting one another in their fear.
• Chen Ge's interactions with the inanimate objects (copier, computer, sculpture) highlight his curiosity and bravery in the face of the unknown.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Ge discovers a statue that can verify the truth of statements, with the caveat that it can only cry for a limited time.
• He asks the statue a series of questions about the Underground Morgue and the Ghost Stories Society, learning about their connections and the presence of more powerful entities in the morgue.
• Chen Ge decides not to attempt the three-star trial mission yet due to the increased danger.

Character Developments

• Chen Ge demonstrates his cunning and resourcefulness by using the statue's ability in conjunction with the Pen Spirit to gather information.
• Ma Ying and Liu Xianxian become increasingly terrified of Chen Ge and his actions.

Significant Themes

• The power of knowledge and information gathering.
• The dangers and consequences of delving into the supernatural.
• The loss of humanity in the Ghost Stories Society.

Character Interactions

• Chen Ge interacts with the statue, treating it as an informant and threatening it to cooperate.
• He ignores Ma Ying and Liu Xianxian, focusing on his own goals and not considering their feelings or well-being.
• The two girls are terrified of Chen Ge and his actions, wishing only to escape from him.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Ge participates in the Three-Star trial mission at Han Jiang Forensic Academy.
• He encounters two students, Liu Xian and Ma Ying, who are lost and scared in the underground passage.
• They encounter a terrifying entity from the Underground Morgue, and Chen Ge helps them escape.
• Liu Xian recognizes Chen Ge as the owner of the Haunted House she visited earlier.

Character Developments

• Chen Ge demonstrates his courage, resourcefulness, and concern for others by saving the two students.
• Liu Xian and Ma Ying grow more appreciative of Chen Ge and his Haunted House.

Significant Themes

• The dangers lurking in the underground world and the importance of caution.
• Chen Ge's commitment to helping others, even when it puts him in danger.
• The interconnectedness of the Haunted House and the real world.

Character Interactions

• Chen Ge interacts with Liu Xian and Ma Ying, initially appearing intimidating but later showing his caring side.
• Liu Xian and Ma Ying grow closer to Chen Ge, seeing him as a protector and a friend.
• Chen Ge's shadow hints at the presence of another entity, possibly Zhang Ya, who follows the girls back to their dormitory.

Summary of "I, Chen Ge, the Enthusiastic Citizen"

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Ge sees a woman with grayish-white skin following Liu Xianxian and Ma Ying, who are sleepwalking.
• He chases after them, but they collapse unconscious. The woman vanishes into the girls' dormitory.
• Chen Ge is questioned by police, security, and teachers about the incident. He explains that Ma Ying is searching for her missing sister and that the statue in the video might lead to the murderer.
• Li Zheng reveals that the video was filmed by Ma Ying, not her sister, and that Ma Ying has memory loss from that day.
• Chen Ge, Li Zheng, and others visit Ma Ying and Liu Xianxian in the infirmary. The girls claim they have no memory of the previous night.
• Chen Ge suspects the gray-skinned woman made them forget. He also suspects He Feng, a student from the Forensic Medical College, might be involved.
• Chen Ge follows He Feng to Fanghua Garden.

Character Developments

• Chen Ge: Shows empathy and determination to help Ma Ying find her sister. He becomes more suspicious of He Feng.
• Ma Ying: Struggles with her missing sister's case and her own memory loss. She trusts Chen Ge.
• Liu Xianxian: Develops feelings for a well-dressed teacher. She also trusts Chen Ge.
• He Feng: Becomes a suspect in Chen Ge's mind due to his familiarity with the Forensic Medical College and his strange behavior.

Significant Themes

• The search for truth and memory.
• The consequences of memory loss and forgetting.
• The power of empathy and helping others.

Character Interactions

• Chen Ge interacts with Ma Ying, Liu Xianxian, Li Zheng, and He Feng.
• Ma Ying and Liu Xianxian interact with Chen Ge, showing trust in him.
• Chen Ge and Li Zheng work together to uncover the truth.
• Chen Ge and He Feng have indirect interaction, with Chen Ge suspecting He Feng's involvement.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Ge tails a suspicious man, Liu Xian's admirer, to Building Three in Fanghua Garden.
• The man lives in Room 3004, first floor, and is connected to the disappearance of Ma Ying's sister.
• Chen Ge plans to strike when the man leaves, but the man's work schedule might interfere.
• Chen Ge uses Vengeful Spirits to steal the man's keys.

Character Developments

• Chen Ge demonstrates his investigative skills and determination.
• The man, Liu Xian's admirer, shows a dual personality: confident and mature on the surface, but rude and resentful in private.
• Yan Danian shows improvement and helps Chen Ge communicate with other Vengeful Spirits.
• The three Vengeful Spirits (Gambler, Old Zhou, and English Teacher) successfully execute Chen Ge's plan.

Significant Themes

• Investigation and pursuit of truth.
• Duality of human nature.
• Teamwork and cooperation among Vengeful Spirits.

Character Interactions

• Chen Ge follows the man and overhears his conversation, leading to his suspicion.
• The man's interaction with his brother-in-law reveals his resentment.
• The three Vengeful Spirits interact with the man, successfully stealing his keys.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Ge enters Room 3004, unaware that the man who lives there is a murderer.
• He finds two laptops in the study, one of which contains photos and videos of Chen Ge's House of Horrors.
• The files on the laptop suggest that the owner has been monitoring and recording events inside Chen Ge's Haunted House.
• Chen Ge suspects the owner is the sole survivor of the Ghost Stories Society.

Character Developments

• Chen Ge demonstrates courage and determination, entering the room without fear despite knowing the owner is a murderer.
• The owner of the room is revealed to be deceptive and manipulative, hiding his true nature behind a facade of maturity and confidence.

Significant Themes

• Deception and True Nature: The owner of the room deceives others to maintain a certain image, hiding his true nature and insecurities.
• Curiosity and Investigation: Chen Ge's curiosity about the room's owner drives him to investigate, leading to significant revelations.

Character Interactions

• Chen Ge interacts with the room and its contents, piecing together information about the owner.
• Although not present, the owner's brother-in-law is mentioned, adding another layer to the mystery.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Ge discovers a comic album in Room 3004 and tries to free the English Teacher Vengeful Spirit but fails due to sunlight.
• He asks Captain Li to investigate the registered owner of Room 3004.
• Chen Ge decides to help Liu Xian resolve her inner trauma to complete the one-star mission.
• A mysterious caller informs Chen Ge that the Old Man's condition is critical, and he rushes to the hospital.

Character Developments

• Chen Ge shows concern for the Old Man's health and rushes to the hospital, demonstrating his caring nature.
• Xiao Xiao shows fear when surrounded by a crowd, displaying a more vulnerable side.

Significant Themes

• The importance of time and urgency, as Chen Ge rushes to the hospital due to the Old Man's critical condition.
• The responsibility of a business owner, as Chen Ge ensures all visitors receive a double refund for closing early.

Character Interactions

• Chen Ge interacts with Captain Li over the phone, asking for help with the investigation.
• Chen Ge reassures Xiao Xiao when she's frightened, showing a nurturing side.
• Chen Ge interacts with Uncle Xu and the tourists, explaining the sudden closure and ensuring they are compensated.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Ge visits the hospital to find the old man from Ping An Apartment.
• The old man is critically ill and wants to find his son's murderer before he dies.
• The doctor reveals that the old man has divided his assets among several parties, including Chen Ge and the Missing Children Foundation.
• Chen Ge stays with the old man, and Yin Xiaoxiao's favorability towards him increases.

Character Developments

• Chen Ge shows empathy and compassion towards the old man, prioritizing his well-being over the inheritance.
• Dr. Gao shares his personal experience with grief and loss, revealing his past desire to end his life and his current perspective on life.

Significant Themes

• Family and Belonging: The old man's dedication to finding his son's murderer and Chen Ge's concern for the old man highlight the importance of family and the desire to belong.
• Life and Death: The old man's critical condition and Dr. Gao's past experience with loss emphasize the fragility of life and the struggle to find meaning in the face of death.
• Redemption and Atonement: The old man's obsession with finding his son's murderer suggests a desire for redemption and atonement for past mistakes.

Character Interactions

• Chen Ge interacts with Dr. Gao, who shares his personal experience and offers guidance on life.
• Chen Ge cares for the old man, showing empathy and compassion, which increases Yin Xiaoxiao's favorability towards him.