Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Ge investigates Wang Haiming's case, learning that Wang was normal before entering a mental hospital, but developed issues after treatment.
• Wang Haiming died mysteriously in Room 303, with signs of self-strangulation, but no one heard his struggle.
• After Wang's death, tenants reported seeing his apparition.
• Chen Ge tries to gather information from the Landlord and other tenants but faces resistance.
• Chen Ge discovers that the tenant in Room 302 is behaving strangely, arguing with an unseen entity.
• Chen Ge decides to enter Room 303 before midnight to investigate, as indicated by the Black Phone.

Character Developments

• Chen Ge shows determination and persistence in his investigation, despite facing obstacles and warnings.
• The Landlord is revealed to be secretive and unwilling to discuss Wang Haiming's case.
• The tenant in Room 302 exhibits strange behavior, suggesting he might be possessed or influenced by an entity.

Significant Themes

• The investigation into Wang Haiming's case highlights the theme of the supernatural and its connection to mental health.
• The resistance Chen Ge faces from the Landlord and other tenants underscores the theme of fear and denial surrounding the supernatural events.

Character Interactions

• Chen Ge interacts with the middle-aged man from Room 301, learning about Wang Haiming's past and death.
• Chen Ge tries to engage with the Landlord and the tenant in Room 302 but faces hostility and reluctance.
• Chen Ge's interaction with Dr. Gao is brief, with Chen Ge mainly updating him on the situation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Ge, a mortician, enters Room 303 through the window, suspecting it's connected to Men Nan's condition.
• He finds a pile of old men's clothes under a rug, with dead sparrows buried beneath. The clothes are stained with blood, and he finds a rusty, large iron key in a jacket pocket.
• The tenant of Room 302 is seen peeking into 303.

Character Developments

• Chen Ge demonstrates courage and resourcefulness, willing to enter a potentially dangerous room to help his patient.
• Dr. Gao shows concern for Chen Ge's safety and feels responsible for both patients' well-being.

Significant Themes

• The theme of bravery and determination in facing the unknown is highlighted through Chen Ge's actions.
• The idea of interconnectedness among the apartment units is reinforced, suggesting that the supernatural events in one room may affect others.

Character Interactions

• Chen Ge and Dr. Gao: Chen Ge seeks Dr. Gao's assistance, and they maintain communication throughout the event. Dr. Gao feels responsible for both patients' safety.
• Chen Ge and the tenant of Room 302: Chen Ge suspects the tenant's involvement in the events happening in Room 303, but they have no direct interaction in this chapter.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wang Haiming, a former patient, brought an "unclean" entity from the psychiatric hospital with him when he was discharged.
• Wang Haiming died due to a struggle with this entity, and it likely remained in his former apartment (Room 303).
• Chen Ge suspects that the entity in Room 303 has formed a mutually exploitative relationship with the young man in Room 302.
• Chen Ge discovers a key in Room 302 and plans to use it to explore the Third Ward.

Character Developments

• Chen Ge: He becomes more determined to uncover the truth behind the apartment's mysteries and protect Men Nan.
• Dr. Gao: He starts to accept Chen Ge's unconventional methods and agrees to let Men Nan sleep in Room 304.
• Men Nan: He is diagnosed with a psychological illness triggered by a childhood trauma, but Chen Ge believes the root cause lies in the apartment.

Significant Themes

• The struggle between the living and the supernatural entities.
• The power dynamics between humans and these entities.
• The psychological impact of trauma and its manifestations.

Character Interactions

• Chen Ge and Dr. Gao: They form a temporary alliance to protect Men Nan and explore the apartment's secrets.
• Chen Ge and the entity in Room 303: Chen Ge suspects a connection between the entity and the young man in Room 302.
• Men Nan and the entity in Room 303: Men Nan potentially interacts with the entity in his sleep, exhibiting signs of sleepwalking.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Men Nan wakes up in a trance-like state, with his eyes almost entirely white.
• He sleepwalks to the bathroom, turns on the faucet, and washes his hair, then attempts to strangle himself.
• Chen Ge and Dr. Gao struggle to restrain Men Nan and prevent him from harming himself.
• Chen Ge sees a gaunt, asymmetrical monster in the mirror, clinging to Men Nan's back and trying to enter his body.
• Chen Ge smashes the mirror, and Men Nan regains consciousness. A shadow flees, and Chen Ge chases after it.

Character Developments

• Men Nan: His condition worsens; he sleepwalks and attempts self-harm, indicating his mental state is deteriorating.
• Chen Ge: Demonstrates quick thinking and decisive action in trying to help Men Nan and pursuing the fleeing shadow.
• Dr. Gao: Shows expertise in handling mental patients, trying to calm Men Nan and prevent him from harming himself.

Significant Themes

• The struggle between Men Nan's consciousness and the malevolent entity trying to possess him.
• The blurred line between reality and dreams, as seen through the mirror.

Character Interactions

• Chen Ge and Dr. Gao work together to restrain Men Nan and try to wake him up.
• Chen Ge pursues the fleeing shadow, leaving Dr. Gao to care for Men Nan.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Ge uses a ragdoll to wound the Mirror Monster, causing it to flee into Room 302.
• The Mirror Monster possesses the young man living in Room 302, who attacks Chen Ge with a kitchen knife.
• Chen Ge and Dr. Gao work together to subdue the possessed young man.
• The Mirror Monster's shadow escapes from the unconscious young man and flees the building.
• The female Landlord intervenes, asks Chen Ge and Dr. Gao not to call the police, and offers to cover the young man's medical expenses.

Character Developments

• Chen Ge demonstrates his bravery and resourcefulness in facing the supernatural threat.
• Dr. Gao shows his concern for Men Nan's well-being and willingness to help Chen Ge.
• The young man from Room 302 is revealed to be possessed by the Mirror Monster, displaying its ability to control humans.
• The female Landlord is shown to be aware of the supernatural events in the building and tries to maintain peace and secrecy.

Significant Themes

• The struggle against supernatural forces and their influence on humans.
• The importance of unity and cooperation in facing extraordinary threats.
• The consequences of keeping secrets and the tension between truth and deception.

Character Interactions

• Chen Ge and Dr. Gao work together to subdue the possessed young man, demonstrating a growing partnership.
• The female Landlord interacts with Chen Ge and Dr. Gao, revealing her knowledge of the supernatural events and her desire to maintain order in the building.
• The young man from Room 302 interacts with Chen Ge, displaying the Mirror Monster's ability to control humans and its intense hatred towards Chen Ge.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Ge helps the young man from Room 302 return to Haiming Apartment.
• The young man reveals he was forced by a ghost in his dreams to perform tasks, including killing small animals and eventually luring people into Room 303.
• Chen Ge learns about a 'Red-Clad Specter' from the young man's account, which is also mentioned in his Black Phone.
• The young man shares that the ghost fears bright light, noise, and might be afraid of cats.

Character Developments

• The young man from Room 302 is revealed to be a victim of a ghost's manipulation, causing him mental distress.
• Chen Ge demonstrates empathy and understanding towards the young man, showing his willingness to help.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics between humans and ghosts, with ghosts capable of manipulating and controlling humans.
• The fear and dread caused by the unknown and uncontrollable aspects of the supernatural.
• The potential for humans to find ways to resist or combat supernatural entities, such as using bright light, noise, or cats.

Character Interactions

• Chen Ge interacts with the young man from Room 302, learning about his experiences and gathering information about the ghost.
• The middle-aged man from Room 301 listens in awe to their conversation, showing curiosity and fear towards the supernatural.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Ge decides to test bringing a stray cat into the Muyang Middle School scenario.
• He learns about a potential secret passage and room from a young man in Room 302.
• Chen Ge completes a one-star trial mission and unlocks the 'Room of Three' scenario.
• He receives a hidden item, the 'Self-Awareness Key,' upon mission completion.
• Chen Ge returns to the workshop to find twenty-four realistic human heads with different expressions, all staring at the door.

Character Developments

• Chen Ge demonstrates resourcefulness and determination in his mission.
• The young man in Room 302 reveals more about his dream experiences.
• Dr. Gao shows concern and care for Men Nan and Chen Ge.
• The workshop owner expresses fear and reluctance to continue working with Chen Ge.

Significant Themes

• The theme of mental health and self-awareness is introduced with the 'Self-Awareness Key.'
• The eerie and unsettling atmosphere is maintained, with the workshop scene adding to the tension.

Character Interactions

• Chen Ge interacts with the young man in Room 302, gathering information about a potential secret passage.
• Chen Ge supports Men Nan and Dr. Gao as they go to the hospital.
• Chen Ge reassures the workshop owner, who is frightened by the finished human heads.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Ge transports the completed doll heads to New Century Park.
• Boss Qian visits Chen Ge with a business proposal to create high-end, custom dolls.
• Chen Ge declines the offer due to ethical and safety concerns.

Character Developments

• Chen Ge remains committed to his Haunted House and is cautious about new opportunities.
• Boss Qian shows enthusiasm and determination in his business proposal, revealing his ambitious nature.

Significant Themes

• The potential dangers and ethical dilemmas of creating near-human dolls.
• The importance of staying true to one's principles and being cautious about new opportunities.

Character Interactions

• Chen Ge and Boss Qian have a tense discussion about the doll business, with Chen Ge declining Boss Qian's offer.
• Chen Ge hints at the potential dangers of his Living Dolls, warning Boss Qian without revealing too much.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Ge receives a visit from Liu Dao, a representative from a rival studio, who offers a partnership to compete with Qin Guang Studio.
• Liu Dao suggests a spirit exploration stream every ten days, with pre-set locations and scripts, but Chen Ge finds the proposals uninspiring.
• Chen Ge proposes streaming from the Third Ward, a notorious and terrifying location, for his next stream.

Character Developments

• Chen Ge demonstrates his determination and willingness to take risks to create more engaging content.
• Liu Dao shows his admiration for Chen Ge's streaming style and his eagerness to secure a partnership, but also reveals his initial hesitation when faced with the extreme nature of the Third Ward.

Significant Themes

• The desire for authenticity and tension in horror content.
• The competition and rivalry within the streaming industry.
• The willingness to take risks for potential rewards.

Character Interactions

• Chen Ge and Liu Dao's conversation highlights their differing views on what makes a compelling horror stream, with Chen Ge preferring genuine danger and Liu Dao initially favoring safer, scripted experiences.
• Their interaction also showcases the cutthroat nature of the streaming industry, with studios vying for popularity and resources.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Ge receives a message from Liu Dao about a potential collaboration for a livestream in an abandoned hospital.
• Chen Ge decides to go alone, despite Liu Dao's concerns about safety.
• Chen Ge completes the doll bodies for his new scene.
• Chen Ge encounters a group of children harassing an injured white cat and its kittens in an alley.

Character Developments

• Chen Ge shows concern for the well-being of the cat and its kittens, demonstrating his compassionate side.
• Liu Dao is revealed to be a businessman who prioritizes risk avoidance, as seen in the temporary contract he offers Chen Ge.
• The man harassing the cat shows no regard for the animals' lives and is easily cowed by Chen Ge's display of anger.

Significant Themes

• The contrast between human cruelty and animal vulnerability is highlighted through the cat and its kittens' plight.
• Chen Ge's dual nature—his calm and composed demeanor versus his intense, terrifying anger—is further explored.

Character Interactions

• Chen Ge and Liu Dao discuss the livestream collaboration, with Liu Dao expressing concern for Chen Ge's safety.
• Chen Ge interacts with the man harassing the cat, demonstrating his anger and causing the man to back down.
• Chen Ge shows empathy for the injured cat and its kittens, attempting to help them without causing further distress.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Ge finds a white cat with kittens in a back alley, decides to save it.
• He takes the cat to a pet shop for treatment, where the manager, Zhao Wen, warns him about adopting strays.
• Chen Ge brings the cat, with unique red and blue eyes, to the House of Horrors.
• The cat reacts strangely to the Muyang Middle School scenario, hinting at a hidden secret.

Character Developments

• Chen Ge: Shows empathy and determination in saving the cat, demonstrating his growing bond with the supernatural world.
• The White Cat: Initially aggressive, it shows fear towards the Muyang Middle School scenario, indicating it can sense supernatural entities.

Significant Themes

• The supernatural: The cat's reaction to the Muyang Middle School scenario reinforces the presence of supernatural forces in the story.
• Empathy and responsibility: Chen Ge's decision to save the cat highlights his growing empathy towards the supernatural entities he encounters.

Character Interactions

• Chen Ge and the White Cat: They show a tentative bond, with the cat initially aggressive but calming down around Chen Ge.
• Chen Ge and Zhao Wen: They have a brief interaction, with Zhao Wen warning Chen Ge about adopting strays and providing care for the cat.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Ge meets a stray white cat, names it 'Night Rain', and takes it in.
• The cat reacts strangely to the mirror in the staff lounge at midnight, leading Chen Ge to discover a blood-red door in the mirror with someone trying to get out from behind it.
• Chen Ge reinforces the stall door and decides to replace it with a sturdier one.
• He wakes up early to retrieve mannequin bodies from the park and completes the Muyang Middle School scenario, unlocking its hidden mission rewards.

Character Developments

• Chen Ge shows compassion and responsibility by adopting the stray cat and taking care of it despite its initial hostility.
• He demonstrates courage and caution when facing the mysterious door in the mirror, prioritizing survival over curiosity.
• Chen Ge's dedication to his Haunted House is evident in his efforts to complete the Muyang Middle School scenario and prepare it for use.

Significant Themes

• Responsibility and Compassion: Chen Ge's decision to adopt the stray cat and take care of it showcases his compassion and sense of responsibility.
• Courage and Caution: Chen Ge's actions regarding the mysterious door in the mirror highlight his courage in facing the unknown while also exercising caution to ensure his safety.
• Dedication and Perseverance: Chen Ge's commitment to completing the Muyang Middle School scenario and preparing his Haunted House for use demonstrates his dedication and perseverance in his work.

Character Interactions

• Chen Ge interacts with the stray cat, trying to name it and gain its trust, but the cat remains wary and hostile initially.
• Chen Ge communicates with Uncle Xu briefly, with Uncle Xu expressing his discomfort at the sight of the mannequin bodies.
• Chen Ge considers calling He Shan to inform him about the new scenario but ultimately decides not to.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Ge creates twenty-four puppets using the Living Doll talent, which are extremely eerie and lifelike.
• He sets up a new game rule for Muyang Middle School: find twenty-four student ID cards within twenty minutes to pass, with a cash reward and ticket refund for those who succeed.
• The Room of Three (302, 303, 304) one-star horror scene unlocks and merges with Muyang Middle School, further complicating the paths within the haunted house.

Character Developments

• Chen Ge continues to improve and expand his haunted house, demonstrating his creativity, determination, and ambition to create the world's first horror-themed amusement park.
• Xu Wan arrives and is asked to wait in the Ghost Marriage scene.

Significant Themes

• Fear and the human psyche: Chen Ge's new scene aims to push the boundaries of fear and test the limits of human endurance.
• Ambition and growth: Chen Ge's desire to create a unique and unparalleled horror experience reflects his personal ambition and the growth of his haunted house business.

Character Interactions

• Chen Ge interacts with the tourists, promoting the new scene and its rules, as well as the challenge for a cash prize.
• He encounters a group of tourists trying to exploit a loophole in the rules, which he acknowledges but has a plan for.
• Uncle Xu expresses concern about Chen Ge's "plans," warning him not to go too far and cause harm to innocent tourists.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Ge leads five tourists (Wang Hailong, Wang Wenlong, Dou Menglu, Pei Hu, Xia Meili) into the Haunted House.
• They sign liability waivers and enter the underground passage, unaware that Chen Ge isn't timing their entry.
• Chen Ge puts on the Skull-Crushing Doctor outfit and prepares to monitor their progress.

Character Developments

• Chen Ge shows concern for the tourists' experience and decides to change the background music to keep it varied.
• Wang Hailong and Wang Wenlong display courage and leadership, while Pei Hu and Xia Meili show fear and caution.
• Dou Menglu is brave but also curious and observant.

Significant Themes

• Fear and courage: The tourists face their fears as they explore the Haunted House, with some displaying bravery while others show apprehension.
• Trust and deception: Chen Ge leads the tourists into the Haunted House without revealing its true nature, raising questions about his intentions and the tourists' trust in him.

Character Interactions

• Wang Hailong and Wang Wenlong interact as brothers, with Wang Hailong taking the lead and Wang Wenlong being more cautious but also observant.
• Dou Menglu interacts with Wang Hailong as his girlfriend, showing concern for his safety but also displaying her own courage.
• Pei Hu and Xia Meili interact as the more fearful members of the group, with Pei Hu trying to hide his fear and Xia Meili being more open about her apprehension.
• Chen Ge interacts with the tourists professionally, guiding them into the Haunted House and setting the scene for their experience.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The group enters the Last Classroom, filled with mannequins that appear to be moving and staring at them.
• Wang Wenlong uses his phone light to spot two school badges, one in the middle of the classroom and another at the back.
• Wang Hailong decides they should search carefully for all the badges despite the risk.
• Pei Hu is forced to enter first and retrieve the middle badge, which is tied around a mannequin's neck.

Character Developments

• Pei Hu overcomes his initial fear and manages to grab the badge, but finds it tied around a mannequin's neck.
• Wang Wenlong starts to feel uneasy about a mannequin following him.

Significant Themes

• The Uncanny Valley effect: things that resemble humans cause instinctive aversion.
• The group's determination to complete the challenge despite the increasing fear and difficulty.

Character Interactions

• Wang Hailong takes a leadership role, forcing Pei Hu to enter first and deciding their course of action.
• Pei Hu and Wang Wenlong work together to retrieve the badges, with Pei Hu initially overcoming his fear and Wang Wenlong starting to feel uneasy.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The group enters a classroom filled with lifelike dolls resembling students.
• Pei Hu finds a student ID tied to a doll's neck, which he takes, causing the doll to follow him.
• Wang Hailong (Brother Long) is left behind in the classroom and becomes terrified by the moving dolls.
• Pei Hu and Wang Wenlong escape the classroom, leaving Brother Long behind.
• Brother Long is found crying and scared in the classroom.
• The group decides to continue searching for student IDs despite their fear.

Character Developments

• Pei Hu: Becomes increasingly scared and panicked, causing him to act impulsively.
• Wang Hailong (Brother Long): Initially confident, he becomes terrified and breaks down in the classroom, but later regains his composure and decides to continue.
• Wang Wenlong: Starts to show signs of fear but tries to maintain a brave front.
• Xia Meili: Remains relatively calm and supportive of Brother Long's decision to continue.

Significant Themes

• Fear and bravery: Characters face their fears and struggle with maintaining composure in a terrifying situation.
• Friendship and loyalty: The group's dynamics change as they deal with fear and make decisions together.
• Perseverance: Despite their fears, the group decides to continue their challenge rather than giving up.

Character Interactions

• Pei Hu and Wang Wenlong: Their fear causes them to act impulsively, leading to Brother Long being left behind.
• Wang Hailong (Brother Long) and the group: Brother Long's breakdown and subsequent recovery affect the group's dynamics and decision-making.
• The group as a whole: They must navigate their fears together and make decisions that impact everyone.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Ge arrives at Muyang Middle School scenario to find a disassembled mannequin outside the Last Classroom.
• He reassembles the mannequin and finds a phone in the classroom, with three of the four hidden student IDs taken.
• A group of tourists (Pei Hu, Wang Hailong, Wang Wenlong, Xia Meili, and Dou Menglu) explore the scenario, with Pei Hu losing his phone in the Last Classroom.
• The group splits up at a fork, with Wang Hailong, Xia Meili, and Dou Menglu going right, and Wang Wenlong and Pei Hu going left.
• Wang Wenlong and Pei Hu find a dry well with student IDs at the bottom, and Wang Wenlong jumps in to retrieve them.

Character Developments

• Chen Ge shows concern for the mannequins' safety and tries to communicate with them.
• Pei Hu displays cowardice and reluctance to face scary situations alone.
• Wang Wenlong demonstrates bravery and determination in facing the well challenge.

Significant Themes

• Fear of the unknown and the dark (Pei Hu's reluctance to explore alone, Wang Wenlong's caution before jumping into the well).
• Trust and teamwork (Wang Hailong's suggestion to split up, Wang Wenlong's warning to Pei Hu not to run off).

Character Interactions

• Chen Ge interacts with the mannequins, trying to establish a connection with them.
• The group of tourists interacts, with Wang Hailong suggesting they split up to cover more ground, and Pei Hu expressing his discomfort with the plan.
• Wang Wenlong and Pei Hu work together to retrieve the student IDs from the well, with Wang Wenlong jumping in and Pei Hu shining the light.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wang Wenlong discovers a buried "corpse" in the Withered Well while retrieving his ID card.
• He tries to climb out but is pulled back down by an unseen force, revealing two mannequins buried in the sand.
• Pei Hu attempts to rescue Wenlong but is distracted by a moving mannequin at a fork in the Haunted House.
• A mannequin head rolls rapidly towards the Withered Well, and Pei Hu, in a panic, leaves Wenlong and hides in Room 303.

Character Developments

• Wang Wenlong: Initially brave, he becomes increasingly panicked and desperate to escape as he encounters the moving mannequins.
• Pei Hu: Initially loyal and helpful, he becomes frightened and prioritizes his own safety over Wenlong's when he sees the moving mannequins.

Significant Themes

• Friendship: The title suggests a theme of friendship, but the characters' actions show that their friendship is fragile and self-serving when faced with danger.
• Fear and Panic: The Haunted House setting amplifies the characters' fears, leading to poor decision-making and self-preservation at the expense of others.

Character Interactions

• Wang Wenlong and Pei Hu start as a team, but their bond weakens as they face danger. Pei Hu ultimately leaves Wenlong to fend for himself, highlighting the fragility of their friendship.
• The moving mannequins serve as catalysts for the characters' fears and panicked actions, driving a wedge between them.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Ge hears a man's shout echoing through the corridor, expressing a mix of shock, anger, and panic.
• Pei Hu, having left Wang Wenlong in the well, enters Room 303 and encounters a knocking sound from the mannequin's head.
• Pei Hu hides in the bedroom, and a severed head rolls into the room, meeting his gaze.
• Wang Hailong, Xia Meili, and Dou Menglu reach the Girls' Dormitory. Wang Hailong and Dou Menglu decide to play the Pen Spirit game.
• Xia Meili leaves them and hears Wang Wenlong's shouts, leading her to the Haiming Apartment rooms.

Character Developments

• Pei Hu: Shows fear and desperation as he faces the severed head in Room 303.
• Wang Hailong: Displays indifference and nonchalance towards Xia Meili's feelings, focusing on his relationship with Dou Menglu.
• Xia Meili: Feels bitter and left out due to Wang Hailong and Dou Menglu's affectionate behavior.

Significant Themes

• Fear and desperation (Pei Hu's situation)
• Jealousy and exclusion (Xia Meili's feelings)
• Love and affection (Wang Hailong and Dou Menglu's relationship)

Character Interactions

• Pei Hu and the severed head: A tense, silent standoff.
• Wang Hailong and Dou Menglu: Affectionate and playful, they decide to play the Pen Spirit game together.
• Xia Meili and Wang Hailong: Xia Meili feels left out and bitter due to Wang Hailong's focus on Dou Menglu.
• Xia Meili and Wang Wenlong: Xia Meili hears Wang Wenlong's shouts and tries to contact him, leading her to the Haiming Apartment rooms.

Summary of Chapter 3: It Was Hidden Here

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xia Meili enters Room 304, searching for her companions, Wang Wenlong and Pei Hu.
• She explores the room, finding it clean and ordinary, but unsettling.
• She discovers a woman soaked in blood crouched on the bathroom ceiling, staring at her, before collapsing.

Character Developments

• Xia Meili shows bravery and sharpness as she investigates the room, but her fear grows as she encounters the eerie woman.
• The woman on the ceiling is revealed to be a mannequin, suggesting the Haunted House's inhabitants are not just human actors.

Significant Themes

• The theme of fear and the unknown continues, with Xia Meili's exploration of the room highlighting the psychological horror of the Haunted House.
• The theme of the blurring line between reality and illusion is reinforced as Xia Meili encounters the mannequin.

Character Interactions

• Xia Meili's search for her companions highlights her concern for their safety, despite her initial annoyance with Pei Hu's jumpiness.
• The woman on the ceiling serves as a terrifying encounter for Xia Meili, emphasizing her vulnerability and the danger she faces in the Haunted House.