Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

+ The Haunted House's new three-and-a-half-star scenario, "Yan Danian: The Strongest Ability Beneath the Red-Clothed," causes ten visitors to faint simultaneously.
+ Nightmare Academy and Han Jiang Forensic Academy students visit the Haunted House.
+ Wang Yan, a student from Han Jiang, discovers clues to the new scenario's exit and a safe zone within it.
+ Kurosaki, a renowned artist, and his assistant visit the Haunted House, seeking to meet Yan Danian, the comic artist.
+ Kurosaki and Yan Danian discuss a collaboration, and Yan Danian's special ability, "Wish Fulfillment," is revealed.

Character Developments

+ Chen Ge gains respect and admiration from the students, especially Wang Yan.
+ Wang Yan grows in confidence and determination after his experience in the new scenario.
+ Kurosaki's admiration for Yan Danian's work leads him to seek a collaboration, showing his genuine appreciation for Yan Danian's talent.
+ Yan Danian takes a significant step towards his dream of sharing his comics with a wider audience.

Significant Themes

+ The power of determination and perseverance (Wang Yan, Yan Danian).
+ The importance of recognizing and supporting talent (Kurosaki's admiration for Yan Danian).
+ The consequences of pursuing one's dreams (Yan Danian's "Wish Fulfillment" ability).

Character Interactions

+ Chen Ge and Wang Yan: Chen Ge shows understanding and support towards Wang Yan, while Wang Yan gains confidence and respect for Chen Ge.
+ Kurosaki and Yan Danian: Kurosaki admires Yan Danian's work and offers him a chance to share it with a wider audience, while Yan Danian takes a significant step towards his dream.
+ Chen Ge and Kurosaki: Chen Ge facilitates the meeting between Kurosaki and Yan Danian, showing trust in Kurosaki's sincerity.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Ge meets Yan Danian, a renowned comic artist, in the Liwan Town mission.
• Kurosaki Studio collaborates with Yan Danian to publish his comics, with Chen Ge's help.
• Chen Ge returns the Tunnel Girl's child to the White Dragon Cave Tunnel.
• Chen Ge visits the abandoned Rehabilitation Center, his original base, with Men Nan.

Character Developments

• Yan Danian: Starts as a reclusive, passionate artist; gains recognition and financial stability through collaboration with Kurosaki Studio.
• Chen Ge: Shows concern for Yan Danian's well-being and artistic purity; continues to grow his network of Red-Clothed and expand his influence.
• Men Nan: Returns to the Rehabilitation Center, his original base; maintains his aloof and cold demeanor but feels a sense of belonging.

Significant Themes

• Artistic Purity vs. Commercialization: Yan Danian's comics gain recognition, but Chen Ge worries about the potential corrupting influence of money.
• Home and Belonging: Men Nan's return to the Rehabilitation Center highlights the theme of finding one's place and feeling at home, even in eerie environments.
• Consequences of Actions: Chen Ge's actions in Liwan Town have stirred up potential trouble with the Underworld Fetus, emphasizing the theme of cause and effect.

Character Interactions

• Chen Ge and Yan Danian: Chen Ge helps Yan Danian achieve his dream of publishing his comics, showing a caring and supportive side.
• Chen Ge and the Tunnel Girl's child: Chen Ge returns the child, fulfilling his promise and gaining an ally in the tunnel.
• Chen Ge and Men Nan: Despite their tense relationship, Chen Ge brings Men Nan back to his original base, showing a level of understanding and respect for Men Nan's history.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Ge brings Men Nan back to his door, asking to enter, but Men Nan warns him about the one-minute time limit.
• Chen Ge learns about the Underworld Fetus, a clone of The Shadow, which is above the Red-Clothed level.
• Chen Ge contacts Zhang Wenyu, the Suicide Interventionist, to help find the Underworld Fetus.
• Chen Ge decides to help a writer turn his work into a movie, facing challenges as he knows nothing about filmmaking.

Character Developments

• Chen Ge shows kindness and understanding towards Men Nan, acknowledging his help and offering assistance in the future.
• Men Nan remains suspicious of Chen Ge's intentions but is grateful for his help.
• Zhang Wenyu agrees to help Chen Ge find the Underworld Fetus but warns him about the Writer's strong Obsession.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics and hierarchy among the Red-Clothed.
• The consequences of making promises and the importance of keeping one's word.
• The struggle between helping others and facing personal challenges.

Character Interactions

• Chen Ge and Men Nan's interaction shows a growing understanding and respect between them.
• Chen Ge's conversation with Zhang Wenyu highlights their mutual dependence and the risks they face.
• Chen Ge's decision to help the Writer showcases his commitment to keeping his promises, even when facing difficulties.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Ge decides to investigate the film crew trapped in a movie on Yongling Mountain.
• He prepares and leaves early in the morning, surprising his employees who find him awake and not having left in the night.
• Chen Ge holds a morning meeting, entrusts Xu Wan with the spare key to the House of Horrors, and briefs Scissors and Zhang Jiujiu on their responsibilities.
• He introduces Scissors and Zhang Jiujiu to the ghost employees in the underground scenarios and sends them to the Liwan Town scenario for training.
• Uncle Xu informs Chen Ge that Director Luo is looking for him, with an outsider present.

Character Developments

• Chen Ge shows responsibility and foresight by preparing for his absence and entrusting tasks to his employees.
• Xu Wan is given more responsibility, showing Chen Ge's trust in her.
• Scissors and Zhang Jiujiu are being groomed to take on more significant roles in the House of Horrors.

Significant Themes

• Trust and responsibility: Chen Ge entrusts important tasks to his employees, showing his confidence in them.
• Preparation and foresight: Chen Ge prepares for his absence and trains his employees to ensure the House of Horrors can run smoothly without him.

Character Interactions

• Chen Ge interacts with his employees, showing care and concern for their well-being and growth.
• Chen Ge meets with Director Luo and President Bai, maintaining a polite and cautious demeanor despite knowing their true intentions.

Key Plot Points and Events

+ Chen Ge confronts President Bai and Li Changyin about the accusations against his haunted house.
+ Chen Ge brings Zhang Jingjiu to face Li Changyin, proving that the actors in his haunted house are human.
+ Chen Ge plans to visit the Left Eye Film Crew and the Spirit Medium School.
+ Chen Ge's employees surprise him with a birthday celebration in the underground scenes.

Character Developments

+ Chen Ge remains calm and composed, standing up for his haunted house and employees.
+ Zhang Jingjiu struggles with self-doubt but gains confidence after Chen Ge's encouragement.
+ Li Changyin is revealed to be easily frightened and prone to extreme thinking.
+ President Bai maintains a facade of composure but is secretly intimidated by Chen Ge.
+ Chen Ge's employees, particularly Xu Wan, show their loyalty and care for him.

Significant Themes

+ Truth vs. Perception: Li Changyin's fear and extreme thinking lead him to perceive the actors as ghosts, while Chen Ge remains grounded in reality.
+ Family and Belonging: Chen Ge feels a sense of belonging with his employees, who treat him like family.
+ Courage and Confidence: Chen Ge encourages Zhang Jingjiu to face his fears and gain confidence in himself.

Character Interactions

+ Chen Ge stands up for his employees and proves their humanity to Li Changyin.
+ Chen Ge encourages Zhang Jingjiu to face his fears and gain confidence.
+ Chen Ge's employees surprise him with a birthday celebration, showing their care and loyalty.
+ President Bai and Li Changyin attempt to intimidate Chen Ge but ultimately fail.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Ge receives a birthday cake from Xu Wan, his only employee, who stayed with him despite the Haunted House's dwindling popularity.
• The cake is poorly made but edible, reflecting Xu Wan's effort and lack of skill.
• Chen Ge decides to investigate the Left Eye Film Crew at the Yongling Mountain Resort.
• He hires a taxi but faces difficulty finding one due to the location's reputation.
• Upon arrival, the Yongling Mountain Resort appears abandoned, with a "No Entry" sign and a handmade mailbox.

Character Developments

• Chen Ge shows appreciation for Xu Wan's effort and loyalty, despite the cake's poor quality.
• He demonstrates determination and resourcefulness in pursuing the Left Eye Film Crew case.
• The taxi driver shows fear and reluctance to stay at the Yongling Mountain Resort, hinting at its reputation.

Significant Themes

• Loyalty and Effort: Xu Wan's dedication to Chen Ge and the Haunted House, despite its struggles, is highlighted through her poorly made but heartfelt birthday cake.
• Perception of Fear: The taxi driver's fear of the Yongling Mountain Resort contrasts with Chen Ge's determination to explore it, emphasizing their different perceptions of fear.

Character Interactions

• Chen Ge and Xu Wan: Their relationship is strengthened by Xu Wan's loyalty and Chen Ge's appreciation for her effort.
• Chen Ge and the Taxi Driver: The driver's fear and reluctance to stay at the Yongling Mountain Resort contrast with Chen Ge's determination, showing their different mindsets and bravery levels.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Ge arrives at Yongling Mountain Resort, finding it oddly inhabited.
• He meets a blind man who claims to be the only resident, acting strangely when Chen Ge mentions the Left Eye Film Crew and Room 744.
• Chen Ge's Black Phone receives a message triggering a two-star special mission, "The Story of Left Eye," instructing him to watch a complete film in the Dead Man's Screening Room within half an hour.

Character Developments

• Chen Ge displays his courage and curiosity, entering the blind man's house despite the eerie circumstances.
• The blind man, initially hostile, becomes more forthcoming, hinting at dark events surrounding the Left Eye Film Crew and Room 744.

Significant Themes

• The theme of the unknown and the supernatural is reinforced as Chen Ge encounters the mysterious blind man and receives an unexpected mission.
• The concept of 'truth' is explored, with the blind man and Chen Ge's friend providing contrasting information about the Left Eye Film Crew.

Character Interactions

• Chen Ge interacts with the blind man, initially trying to gather information and later engaging in a tense conversation about the Left Eye Film Crew and Room 744.
• Chen Ge's Black Phone interacts with him, triggering a new mission, though the phone's behavior is not noticed by the blind man.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Ge learns about a screening room where a mysterious girl appears in the films, frightening viewers, and a man went missing while investigating.
• Chen Ge and the blind man, Li, go to the screening room. Upon arrival, they hear a loud bang, suggesting the presence of other people.
• Chen Ge and Li enter the screening room, which is unexpectedly clean.

Character Developments

• Chen Ge: Shows determination and curiosity in exploring the screening room despite the potential danger.
• Li: Reveals fear and anxiety, hinting at a possible secret or past trauma related to the screening room.

Significant Themes

• Fear of the unknown: Both Chen Ge and Li are afraid of what they don't know or can't see (in Li's case, literally).
• Trust and deception: Chen Ge is unsure if he can trust Li, and Li is wary of Chen Ge's intentions.

Character Interactions

• Chen Ge and Li: Their interaction is tense and uncertain, with Chen Ge trying to gain Li's trust while Li is suspicious and fearful of Chen Ge.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Ge visits the nearly abandoned cinema to watch a movie in the Private Screening Room to find clues about his missing friend.
• He meets a blind man who operates the cinema equipment with unusual proficiency.
• Chen Ge chooses to watch a short horror movie titled "Deskmate" with an unusual director's name, Chang Gu.

Character Developments

• Chen Ge: Shows determination and resourcefulness in his search for his friend, even in potentially dangerous situations.
• The Blind Man: Reveals his fear and reluctance to help Chen Ge, hinting at hidden knowledge or secrets.

Significant Themes

• Fear and the unknown: The cinema and the movie "Deskmate" evoke fear and unease in both Chen Ge and the blind man.
• Trust and deception: The blind man's reluctance to help and his strange behavior suggest a lack of trust or possible deception.

Character Interactions

• Chen Ge and the Blind Man: Their interaction is tense and guarded, with Chen Ge trying to gain information and the blind man trying to avoid involvement.
• Chen Ge and the Movie: Chen Ge's immersion in the movie creates a sense of unease and anticipation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A girl, Qiu Mei, appears outside the protagonist's window, asking her to play.
• Qiu Mei is visible through the bedroom door's glass, startling the protagonist.
• The protagonist's parents find her with scissors, leading to a heated argument.
• A man, referred to as the Doctor, arrives and explains Qiu Mei's presence as a result of a four-dimensional space overlap.

Character Developments

• The protagonist, Chang Wenyu, is shown to be troubled and isolated, possibly suffering from mental health issues.
• Her parents are depicted as loving and concerned but struggling to cope with her condition.
• The Doctor is introduced as an eccentric individual with unique theories about dimensional spaces.

Significant Themes

• Mental health and societal understanding of it.
• The concept of dimensional spaces and the intersection of worlds.
• The struggle of parents dealing with their child's unusual behavior.

Character Interactions

• The protagonist's interactions with Qiu Mei are tense and frightening.
• The protagonist's parents display worry and frustration in their interactions with her.
• The Doctor's interactions with the parents are informative and somewhat condescending.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A mysterious Doctor visits the protagonist's home, offering to examine her for free but is dismissed by her parents.
• The protagonist's parents discuss her sudden illness, suspecting it started after an incident at school.
• The protagonist, in a trance-like state, witnesses a conversation between her parents and the Doctor through her left eye.
• The protagonist encounters a new classmate, He Qiumei, at her tutoring center.
• He Qiumei's grandmother visits the tutor, expressing her concerns about Qiumei's future.
• The protagonist warns Qiumei about her grandmother's impending death.

Character Developments

• The protagonist is revealed to have an unusual ability, seeing through her left eye when she's asleep or in a trance.
• He Qiumei is shown to be a troubled but determined student, wanting to graduate quickly to support her grandmother.
• The protagonist's parents are concerned about her health but are skeptical of the Doctor's claims.

Significant Themes

• The theme of sight and perception is explored, with the protagonist's left eye serving as a window to events she shouldn't be able to see.
• The struggle between reality and illusion is present, as the protagonist navigates between her everyday life and the visions she experiences.

Character Interactions

• The protagonist's parents interact, expressing their worry and disbelief about their daughter's condition.
• The protagonist and He Qiumei meet, with Qiumei initially hostile but later opening up about her situation.
• The protagonist warns Qiumei about her grandmother's death, hinting at her unusual ability.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The movie's final act begins, with the female lead (Wen Yu) returning home after a late night out with Qiu Mei.
• Wen Yu's parents express concern about her behavior and plan to consult a doctor.
• The movie shifts to happier times, showing Wen Yu and Qiu Mei's growing friendship and academic improvement.
• After graduation exams, Wen Yu and Qiu Mei attend a class party and return home late.
• Wen Yu reveals that her name isn't Wen Yu and takes Qiu Mei to her real home, a dilapidated apartment building.
• In the dark apartment, Qiu Mei sees a decaying, horrifying scene, while Wen Yu sees her mother.
• The movie ends with Wen Yu talking to Qiu Mei on the phone, revealing her stitched-together face with a Left Eye identical to the women in her face.

Character Developments

• Wen Yu: Starts to open up about her past and takes Qiu Mei to her real home, revealing her true identity.
• Qiu Mei: Becomes Wen Yu's deskmate and best friend, helping her improve academically. She's brave and curious but becomes frightened when she sees Wen Yu's real home.
• Wen Yu's Mother: Appears in the final scene, showing that she's still alive and living in the dilapidated apartment.

Significant Themes

• Identity: Wen Yu's true identity is revealed, and her face is shown to be stitched together from other women's faces.
• Friendship: The bond between Wen Yu and Qiu Mei grows stronger, with Qiu Mei helping Wen Yu open up.
• Horror of the Unseen: The movie builds suspense by showing Qiu Mei's perspective of Wen Yu's home, which is vastly different from Wen Yu's perception.

Character Interactions

• Wen Yu and Qiu Mei: Their friendship deepens, with Qiu Mei trying to understand Wen Yu's past, and Wen Yu finally revealing her true identity to Qiu Mei.
• Wen Yu and her Mother: Their relationship is ambiguous, as Wen Yu's mother is still alive but living in a decaying apartment, and Wen Yu seems to have been hiding her true identity from her.

• Plot Points and Events: The movie "One of the Employee Benefits" is about a female lead who discovers a woman in the mirror with a left eye. The woman in the mirror is revealed to be a ghost controlling the female lead's body. The movie is a flashback of the ghost's memories, and it ends with the ghost looking at the audience, suggesting it might crawl out of the screen.
• Character Developments: The female lead, Qiu Mei, is possessed by a ghost named Wen Yu. Wen Yu uses Qiu Mei's body to find a new host for her soul. The ghost in the mirror is revealed to be Qiu Mei, who has transformed into Wen Yu.
• Significant Themes: The theme of the movie is possession and the transfer of souls. It explores the idea of a ghost using a human body to continue its existence and the terror of not knowing who or what is controlling one's actions.
• Character Interactions: The female lead interacts with her reflection in the mirror, which is revealed to be a ghost. The ghost also interacts with the audience, looking directly at them at the end of the movie.
• Chen Ge's Actions: After the movie, Chen Ge realizes that the mission on his Black Phone might not be complete. He decides to stay in the screening room until dawn. He also calls upon his employees from the Haunted House to help him deal with any potential threats.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The movie "Name" begins, focusing on Qiu Mei, unlike "Deskmate" which centered on Wen Yu.
• Wen Yu receives a visit from Sister Fang, who tries to set her up with her nephew.
• Wen Yu plans to attend night school, specifically Han Jiang Private University, which she believes she attended before.
• She engages in an online conversation with a user named "Nonexistent Person" about Han Jiang Private University, who warns her not to go there as it's also known as the "Spirit Medium School."

Character Developments

• Wen Yu: She's shown to be independent and secretive, hiding her past and plans from Sister Fang. She's determined to uncover her past connected to Han Jiang Private University.
• Nonexistent Person: This online user displays knowledge about Han Jiang Private University's true nature and warns Wen Yu against going there.

Significant Themes

• Identity and memory loss: Wen Yu struggles to understand her past and her connection to Han Jiang Private University.
• The supernatural: The mention of the "Spirit Medium School" hints at the supernatural elements that will likely be explored.

Character Interactions

• Wen Yu and Sister Fang: Their interaction highlights Wen Yu's desire for independence and privacy, contrasting with Sister Fang's intrusive and overbearing nature.
• Wen Yu and Nonexistent Person: Their online conversation reveals crucial information about Han Jiang Private University, hinting at a potential alliance or guidance role for Nonexistent Person.

Chen Ge's Reaction

• Upon seeing "Spirit Medium School," Chen Ge realizes the significance of the name and the potential connection to his own mission, changing his approach to watching the movie.

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Key Plot Points and Events

• Wen Yu (Qiu Mei) receives a mysterious call from a boy who calls himself the 'Nonexistent Person'. He warns her not to return to The School, suggesting her memories were the price she paid to escape.
• Wen Yu decides to go to The School to find someone, despite the warnings. She collects information about the school, noting strange photos and a gloomy atmosphere.
• While sleeping, Wen Yu's apartment is invaded by an unseen entity. The bathroom mirror reflects a woman in a red dress, and strange noises and movements occur around the room.

Character Developments

• Wen Yu: She remains determined to return to The School, despite the Nonexistent Person's warnings. Her past is still shrouded in mystery.
• The Nonexistent Person: He reveals he's using a dead person's phone and knows about The School's danger, but his motives remain unclear.

Significant Themes

• The dangers of The School: The Nonexistent Person's warnings and the strange occurrences in Wen Yu's apartment emphasize the school's peril.
• Memory and identity: Wen Yu's struggle to remember her past and her assertion that 'Wen Yu' is not her name highlight the theme of identity and lost memories.

Character Interactions

• Wen Yu and the Nonexistent Person: Their conversation reveals the boy's knowledge about The School and his concern for Wen Yu's safety, but their relationship remains ambiguous.
• Wen Yu and the unseen entity: The strange occurrences in her apartment suggest an interaction between Wen Yu and an unknown, possibly supernatural, presence.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chang Wenyu, the protagonist, experiences a nightmare and wakes up in her rented room.
• She discovers a film titled "His Name" in her backpack, which she decides to watch.
• The film shows a Red-Clothed Female Ghost in Chang Wenyu's room while she sleeps, but she doesn't notice it in the morning.
• Chang Wenyu visits a mysterious hospital in search of Han Jiang Private University, where she meets a Doctor named Chang Gu.

Character Developments

• Chang Wenyu: She is determined and curious, pursuing her goal of enrolling in Han Jiang Private University despite the challenges.
• Doctor Chang Gu: He appears mysterious and aloof, with a hint of gloom. He claims that Han Jiang Private University has been shut down.

Significant Themes

• The supernatural: The film "His Name" suggests the presence of a ghostly entity in Chang Wenyu's room, hinting at the supernatural.
• Identity: The films "Deskmate" and "His Name" share the same character name, Chang Wenyu, but the souls inside her body may differ, raising questions about identity and possession.

Character Interactions

• Chang Wenyu and the Red-Clothed Female Ghost: Their interaction is implied through the film "His Name," with the ghost observing Chang Wenyu while she sleeps.
• Chang Wenyu and Doctor Chang Gu: They meet at the mysterious hospital, with Chang Wenyu feeling a sense of familiarity towards the Doctor, and him revealing that Han Jiang Private University has been shut down.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Ge discovers a striking resemblance between the movie character Chang Gu and The Blind Man sitting beside him.
• The movie reveals Chang Gu's past, showing his interactions with Chang Wenyu, a woman who pursues him relentlessly.
• Chang Gu is exposed as a thief by a Middle-aged Man (later revealed to be a Ghost) who emerges from the hospital.
• Chang Wenyu learns about the abandoned Han Jiang Private University night school from the Middle-aged Man and plans to visit its archives.
• Chang Gu intercepts Chang Wenyu, warning her against entering the hospital and giving her a medical record with the Middle-aged Man's photo.

Character Developments

• Chen Ge: Becomes more observant and suspicious, connecting the movie character Chang Gu to The Blind Man.
• Chang Gu: Revealed to be a liar and thief in the past, but his intentions remain unclear.
• Chang Wenyu: Becomes more cautious and wary after learning about Chang Gu's past and the Middle-aged Man's true nature.
• The Blind Man: Implied to be Chang Gu, suggesting a connection between his past and present.

Significant Themes

• Appearances vs. reality: Characters are not always as they seem, and the truth may be hidden beneath deceptive facades.
• Trust and deception: Characters struggle to determine who to trust, as lies and manipulation are prevalent.
• The past's influence on the present: Characters' past actions and experiences shape their present behavior and interactions.

Character Interactions

• Chen Ge and The Blind Man: Chen Ge becomes more suspicious of The Blind Man after recognizing him in the movie.
• Chang Gu and Chang Wenyu: Their relationship remains complex, with Chang Gu avoiding Chang Wenyu yet showing occasional tenderness toward her.
• Chang Wenyu and the Middle-aged Man (Ghost): The Middle-aged Man tries to lure Chang Wenyu into the hospital, but Chang Gu intervenes and warns her against it.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chang Gu reveals that the hospital closed weeks ago, but people are still seen moving inside.
• The Doctor is not a typical ghost, can move during the day, and is not afraid of sunlight.
• Chang Gu hints that Han Jiang Private University can be found by dialing a number at night.
• Chang Wenyu (or the entity possessing her) goes to the hospital and meets Chang Gu, who is the Doctor.
• Chang Gu suggests removing Chang Wenyu's Left Eye to solve the problem, claiming to be her older brother.
• The movie screen cuts out twice, possibly to hide information.

Character Developments

• Chang Wenyu: She is not the real Chang Wenyu, as she acknowledges when referring to herself in the third person. She is a victim trapped in Chang Wenyu's body.
• Chang Gu: He is revealed to be the Doctor and Chang Wenyu's older brother. He is obsessed with finding a solution to their problem and is willing to perform extreme measures.

Significant Themes

• Identity: The theme of identity is explored through the entity possessing Chang Wenyu and Chang Gu's claim to be Chang Wenyu's brother.
• Supernatural: The story continues to delve into the supernatural, with the Doctor's unusual abilities and the hospital filled with people moving in the dark.

Character Interactions

• Chang Wenyu and Chang Gu: Their interaction is tense and suspicious. Chang Wenyu is wary of Chang Gu's intentions, while Chang Gu is desperate to find a solution to their shared problem.
• The entity possessing Chang Wenyu and The Blind Man: Although not directly interacting, their presence in the same screening room suggests a connection, as The Blind Man's behavior changes when the movie cuts out.

• Key Plot Points: The man (Chang Gu) is in extreme pain due to his eye condition. A Red-Clothed Woman, resembling Qiu Mei, appears and reads Chang Gu's diary, which reveals his past struggles with a Red-Clothed Evil Spirit and his decision to undergo an eye-replacement surgery. The Red-Clothed Woman attempts to stab Chang Gu with a fruit knife but stops when she senses others' presence.
• Character Developments: Chang Gu's desperation and pain are evident as he lashes out and vents his frustration. The Red-Clothed Woman's appearance suggests she is connected to Qiu Mei and Chang Gu's past.
• Significant Themes: The theme of trust and its consequences is explored through Chang Gu's experiences. The Red-Clothed Woman's actions hint at the theme of vengeance and the supernatural.
• Character Interactions: The Red-Clothed Woman interacts with Chang Gu's unconscious body, and her actions suggest she holds a grudge against him. The Audience in the Private Screening Room also interacts with the events on the screen, feeling the disturbances as if the ghosts have stepped out of the movie.