Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Von Noymiau replaces her head to demonstrate efficiency, inspired by the Observer.
• The group discovers that the crystal's preservation technology originates from them and that it contains a layer of 'solidified information' causing gradual mutations in the implanted siblings.
• The crystal is revealed to aim for 'directed evolution' in humans under processed energy's influence, enhancing Void adaptability, and ultimately seeking 'Authorization.'
• Von Noymiau hints at Jiang Lianqiu's Authorization's true nature and its connection to the past project.

Character Developments

• Von Noymiau shows adaptability and efficiency by replacing her head, demonstrating her connection to the Observer.
• Jiang Lianqiu realizes a significant contradiction regarding his Authorization and Von Noymiau's knowledge.

Significant Themes

• Adaptation and evolution, both in biological and technological contexts.
• The blurring line between science and mysticism, as seen in the crystal's properties and Authorization.
• The consequences and implications of a lost past history.

Character Interactions

• Von Noymiau and Jiang Lianqiu's dynamic changes as she reveals more about his Authorization.
• Eriri and Von Noymiau's contrasting views on efficiency and normal behavior.
• The group's collective effort in understanding and discussing the crystal's properties and implications.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Vivian, a movie ticket seller, is captivated by a customer, Jiang Lianqiu, but quickly snaps out of it, reverting to her usual icy demeanor.
• Ling, another customer, buys tickets for a horror movie starring Yao Jiayin, and drags Jiang Lianqiu to watch it.

Character Developments

• Vivian: Reveals her infatuation with her commander, writing his name repeatedly in her diary. She shows jealousy when other men show interest in her.
• Ling: Demonstrates her decisiveness and enthusiasm when choosing a movie and inviting Jiang Lianqiu to watch it with her.

Significant Themes

• Infatuation and Obsession: Vivian's intense feelings for her commander highlight the theme of infatuation and obsession.
• Professionalism vs Personal Feelings: Vivian's internal struggle between her professional duty (delivering forgotten popcorn) and her personal annoyance (interruption of her commander fantasy) is a key conflict.

Character Interactions

• Vivian and Jiang Lianqiu: Vivian is initially captivated by Jiang Lianqiu's appearance but quickly dismisses him as not measuring up to her commander.
• Ling and Jiang Lianqiu: Ling invites Jiang Lianqiu to watch a movie with her, showing familiarity and comfort with him.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhu Yuan feels uneasy about Vivian's constant mention of "Commander."
• Vivian reveals she's in love with an online forum user named "Commander," whom she's never met in person.
• Zhu Yuan learns that Vivian has been obsessing over this unknown man and has even considered harming herself over him.
• Zhu Yuan and Vivian witness Jiang Lianqiu (suspected to be the "Commander") leaving the cinema with Ling, not Ya.

Character Developments

• Vivian: Reveals her obsessive love for an online user, showing her vulnerable and desperate side. She's jealous and insecure about the woman seen with "Commander."
• Zhu Yuan: Struggles with her duty as a law enforcement officer and her personal feelings as Ya's friend. She decides to follow Jiang Lianqiu and Ling to uncover the truth.

Significant Themes

• Obsession and Unrequited Love: Vivian's unhealthy fixation on "Commander" highlights the destructive nature of unrequited love and obsession.
• Trust and Betrayal: Zhu Yuan's suspicion about Jiang Lianqiu's relationship with Ling raises questions about trust and potential betrayal in Ya's relationship.

Character Interactions

• Zhu Yuan and Vivian: Zhu Yuan tries to help Vivian understand her feelings and suggests she approach "Commander," but Vivian is too insecure and afraid.
• Zhu Yuan and Jiang Lianqiu/Ling: Zhu Yuan witnesses Jiang Lianqiu with Ling, fueling her suspicion about Ya's relationship. She decides to follow them to uncover the truth.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Lianqiu and Ling, having developed a liking for black tea under Belfast's influence, head to a cafe near a hot pot restaurant.
• They hear commotion from an alley and discover two thugs harassing a girl.
• Ling, driven by her sense of justice and empowered by her physical adjustments, intervenes.

Character Developments

• Jiang Lianqiu: Shows a fondness for black tea, indicating his influence by Belfast.
• Ling: Demonstrates her growing sense of justice and increased combat abilities due to Von Noymiau's physical adjustments.

Significant Themes

• Influence and Adaptation: Characters adopt habits and traits from those around them, as seen with Jiang Lianqiu's tea preference.
• Justice and Intervention: Ling's actions highlight her commitment to justice and her willingness to protect others.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Lianqiu and Ling: They interact as friends, sharing a common interest in black tea and working together to help a stranger in need.
• Ling and the Thugs: Ling stands up to the thugs, showing her courage and determination to protect the harassed girl.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Stelle explains her role as an information broker and her financial situation to Ling.
• Jiang Lianqiu's mysterious past is hinted at, piquing Stelle's interest.
• Vivian, jealous of Stelle's attention towards Jiang, has dinner with Zhu Yuan, discussing Jiang's possible engagement.
• Starseeker Ya arrives, overhearing their conversation and causing Vivian's distress.

Character Developments

• Stelle: Shows empathy and understanding towards her subordinates' needs, revealing her caring nature.
• Jiang Lianqiu: His mysterious past is further hinted at, adding depth to his character.
• Vivian: Her jealousy and determination to pursue Jiang are emphasized.
• Zhu Yuan: She shows a playful side, teasing Starseeker Ya and Vivian.
• Starseeker Ya: She shows concern for Zhu Yuan's comfort and is surprised by Vivian's pursuit of Jiang.

Significant Themes

• Jealousy and Rivalry: Vivian's jealousy of Stelle's interaction with Jiang highlights the theme of rivalry among women pursuing the same man.
• Mystery and Intrigue: Jiang's mysterious past adds depth to his character and intrigue to the story.

Character Interactions

• Stelle and Jiang: Stelle is intrigued by Jiang's mysterious nature, leading to a friendly exchange.
• Vivian and Zhu Yuan: They discuss Jiang's possible engagement, with Zhu Yuan teasing Vivian about it.
• Starseeker Ya and Zhu Yuan: Starseeker Ya shows concern for Zhu Yuan's comfort, while Zhu Yuan teases her about her past with Jiang.
• Vivian and Starseeker Ya: Starseeker Ya's arrival causes Vivian distress, as she learns about Vivian's pursuit of Jiang.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhu Yuan's skirt tears while she's in the middle of a hot pot meal with colleagues.
• Despite the embarrassing situation, Zhu Yuan quickly improvises by using her police uniform jacket as a makeshift skirt.

Character Developments

• Zhu Yuan demonstrates her quick thinking, resourcefulness, and composure under pressure, maintaining her professionalism even in an awkward situation.

Significant Themes

• Adaptability: Zhu Yuan's ability to swiftly adapt to an unexpected and embarrassing situation.
• Professionalism: Zhu Yuan's commitment to her role as a police officer, even in personal settings.

Character Interactions

• Zhu Yuan's colleagues are not mentioned explicitly, but their presence and reaction to the situation can be inferred. Their interaction with Zhu Yuan likely involves surprise, respect for her quick thinking, and perhaps some amusement at the unusual situation.

Key Plot Points & Events

• Jiang Lianqiu asks Ju Fufu about her past.
• Ju Fufu hesitates to share, then reveals the rarity of her Tiger-Cat People is due to an internal issue within their species.

Character Developments

• Ju Fufu shows vulnerability and hesitation when discussing her past.
• Jiang Lianqiu demonstrates understanding and patience, respecting Ju Fufu's privacy.

Significant Themes

• The impact of species' internal factors on their population and rarity.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Lianqiu and Ju Fufu have a candid conversation, with Jiang showing empathy and understanding towards Ju Fufu's reluctance to share her past.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The group ascends a spiral staircase in a chaotic time environment.
• Von Noymiau explains the building's abnormal state, which changes periodically between four states: normal, post-normal erosion, special erosion, and a state where it reverts to its original appearance with Aether energy manifestations.
• Jiang Lianqiu learns that the building is an independent space, and changes in state could expel them randomly.
• Von Noymiau assures them that a space anchor prevents further state changes.

Character Developments

• Von Noymiau demonstrates her analytical skills and knowledge about the building's anomalies.
• Jiang Lianqiu shows curiosity and understanding about the situation.
• Yi Xuan blushes when reminded of a pose she struck for Jiang Lianqiu.
• Ju Fufu remains oblivious to romantic undertones and is focused on her affection for Jiang Lianqiu.

Significant Themes

• The instability of the environment and the danger it poses to the group.
• The exploration of the building's mysteries and the group's attempt to understand its anomalies.
• The theme of affection and relationships, hinted at between Jiang Lianqiu and Yi Xuan, and Ju Fufu's innocent crush on Jiang Lianqiu.

Character Interactions

• Von Noymiau and Jiang Lianqiu discuss the building's anomalies and its potential dangers.
• Yi Xuan and Ju Fufu interact playfully, with Yi Xuan showing affection towards her disciple and some embarrassment when reminded of her pose.
• Jiang Lianqiu shows affection towards Ju Fufu, and there's a hint of mutual affection between him and Yi Xuan.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Lianqiu and his group discover the abandoned Helios Mechanism in the Zero Void, which is in a strange, chaotic state, changing its appearance and condition multiple times.
• The building is covered in corrupted miasma-like plants, similar to the high-risk Yi Hai, Nineveh.
• Von Noymiau reports that the building has experienced 743 changes since they found it, including reverting to its pre-Void state and entering an active or special erosion state.

Character Developments

• Jiang Lianqiu shows concern for his team's safety and makes preparations based on Yi Xuan's ominous divination.
• Ju Fufu displays her bravery and willingness to face danger alongside Jiang Lianqiu but also shows fear when faced with the possibility of a haunted building.
• Yi Xuan remains calm and collected, providing support and reassurance to Ju Fufu.

Significant Themes

• The unpredictable and dangerous nature of the Void and its influence on technology and life.
• The potential threat posed by the Praise Assembly's control over Yi Hai and their ability to leave the Void.
• The importance of preparation and caution in the face of uncertainty and potential danger.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Lianqiu, Yi Xuan, and Ju Fufu work together to explore the Helios Mechanism, with Jiang Lianqiu taking the lead, Yi Xuan providing support, and Ju Fufu showing both bravery and fear.
• Von Noymiau briefs Jiang Lianqiu on the situation, demonstrating her professionalism and dedication to her duties.
• Jiang Lianqiu and Yi Xuan show concern for each other's safety, with Yi Xuan warning Jiang Lianqiu not to act rashly and Jiang Lianqiu making preparations based on Yi Xuan's divination.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Helios Mechanism building has transformed into a colossal, writhing worm-like monster due to Aether erosion.
• Von Noymiau explains that the building is in a state of temporal chaos and space severance, with periodic state changes.
• Jiang Lianqiu sees Victory and Trigger outside the building, with Trigger on alert.
• Von Noymiau reveals that there's a core laboratory beneath the building in a random phase transition state.
• Jiang Lianqiu agrees to use his time-stop ability to stabilize the laboratory's phase for Jotaro Kujo's Stand to enter.

Character Developments

• Jiang Lianqiu: Shows concern for his team's safety and agrees to help stabilize the laboratory.
• Von Noymiau: Demonstrates expertise in understanding the Helios Mechanism's anomalies and provides valuable insights.
• Yi Xuan: Struggles with the idea of communicating with her sister's ghost but maintains composure.
• Ju Fufu: Behaves like a curious kitten, asking questions about Jiang Lianqiu's abilities and getting teased by Von Noymiau.
• Jotaro Kujo: Now sells fish, finding joy in fighting against extortionists, and is ready to help Jiang Lianqiu.

Significant Themes

• The corrupting influence of the Aether and its erosion of space and time.
• The struggle between hope and reality, as seen in Yi Xuan's desire to communicate with her sister.
• The power of determination and adaptability, as shown by Jotaro Kujo's newfound joy in selling fish.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Lianqiu and Von Noymiau: Work together to understand and address the Helios Mechanism's issues.
• Yi Xuan and Jiang Lianqiu: Share a moment of understanding regarding Yi Xuan's feelings about her sister.
• Ju Fufu and Von Noymiau: Engage in a playful interaction, with Ju Fufu getting teased and then comforted with cat food.
• Jiang Lianqiu and Jotaro Kujo: Reunite and plan to work together to stabilize the core laboratory.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Helios Building changes states, showing different phases of its past.
• Yi Xuan and his group witness the building's reflection showing a prosperous past.
• Jiang Lianqiu and Jotaro Kujo use Jotaro's Stand, Star Platinum, to pause time and decode a phase membrane, leading them to an unexpected garden scene with young Ling and Zhe.
• Jiang Lianqiu is attacked by a giant pale hand, similar to Bringer's form.

Character Developments

• Yi Xuan: Shows interest in Stands and their abilities, particularly time manipulation.
• Jotaro Kujo: Demonstrates his Stand's ability to pause time and its use in decoding the phase membrane.
• Jiang Lianqiu: Shows adaptability and quick thinking in responding to the unexpected attack.

Significant Themes

• Time manipulation and its consequences (seen through the building's changes and Yi Xuan's observation).
• The impact of the past on the present (evident in the garden scene with young Ling and Zhe).

Character Interactions

• Yi Xuan and Jotaro Kujo: They discuss Stands and their principles, showing mutual respect and trust.
• Jiang Lianqiu and Jotaro Kujo: They work together to decode the phase membrane, with Jiang Lianqiu relying on Jotaro's Stand.
• Jiang Lianqiu and the unknown attacker: Jiang Lianqiu quickly responds to the unexpected attack, showing his combat readiness.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Lianqiu encounters Carlos Alna, the woman who attacked him earlier, in a strange, chaotic space outside the Helios building.
• Carlos reveals she's in a half-dead state, trapped in this space, and can't leave.
• She explains that her research led to the fall of the old capital and her current state.
• Jiang Lianqiu learns that Carlos implanted crystals into Ling and Zhe's eyes, which originally belonged to him.

Character Developments

• Carlos Alna: Reveals her past, her current state, and her regrets about Ling and Zhe.
• Jiang Lianqiu: Shows understanding and empathy towards Carlos, and uses his knowledge to prove his connection to the crystals.

Significant Themes

• The consequences of research and ambition (Carlos's research led to the old capital's fall and her current state).
• The power of knowledge and understanding (Jiang Lianqiu uses his knowledge to prove his connection to the crystals and gain Carlos's trust).

Character Interactions

• Jiang Lianqiu and Carlos: They interact like a teacher and student, with Carlos initially testing Jiang Lianqiu and later sharing her story.
• Jiang Lianqiu and Von Noymiau (through Star Platinum): Von Noymiau is displeased with Carlos's exploitation of Jiang Lianqiu's knowledge.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Lianqiu discovers that Karos has modified her body and mind with crystals, allowing her to adapt to the Void and Aether.
• Karos reveals that the Progenitor is not a god but a taboo entity on the Mirage Moon, connected to the world via a severed channel.
• Karos explains that the previous civilization's pursuit of Aether research led to a catastrophic war and the attraction of Voids.
• Jiang Lianqiu takes Karos out of the anomalous phase space created by the Helios Mechanism's distress signal device.
• Jiang Lianqiu decides to cleave open the anomalous phase space, risking the Helios Mechanism's manifestation and the potential expansion of the Zero Void.

Character Developments

• Karos: Reveals her knowledge about the Progenitor, the previous civilization, and the consequences of Aether research. She expresses her desire to slow down Aether research to prevent another catastrophe.
• Jiang Lianqiu: Shows concern for Karos' well-being and decides to take her out of the anomalous space. He also decides to cleave open the space, understanding the risks involved.

Significant Themes

• The dangers of unchecked scientific advancement and the pursuit of power.
• The consequences of humanity's actions on the world and each other.
• The importance of understanding and respecting the unknown.

Character Interactions

• Karos and Jiang Lianqiu: Karos shares her knowledge with Jiang Lianqiu, and they discuss the potential risks and consequences of their actions.
• Yi Xuan and Von Noymiau: Yi Xuan stands guard with the Qing Ming Sword, while Von Noymiau analyzes the situation and explains the potential flaws in the old civilization's research approach.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Void Zero experiences a sudden, brief expansion, then returns to normal.
• A giant, pale hand emerges from a void rift, targeting Karos.
• Jiang Lianqiu and the others engage the hand, while non-combatants evacuate.
• Victory deploys aircraft to cut the hand into pieces.

Character Developments

• Jiang Lianqiu shows concern for his team's safety and strategic thinking.
• Karos is targeted by the mysterious entity, revealing the Praise Assembly's plan.
• Victory demonstrates her power and combat strategy.

Significant Themes

• The power of unity and teamwork in combat.
• The mysterious origin and intentions of the Praise Assembly and their Progenitor.
• The importance of strategic retreat and evacuation in battle.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Lianqiu and Sirius work together to defend against the giant hand.
• Victory joins the fight, showcasing her unique combat style.
• Karos is protected by Jiang Lianqiu and Sirius, highlighting their loyalty.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The severed giant hand transforms into thousands of Aether simulacra, surrounding Jiang Lianqiu and his team.
• Jiang Lianqiu orders Victory to send carrier-based aircraft to support the remaining human researchers and defense forces in the Zero Void.
• The Victoria Housekeeping team and the Anti-Air Sixth Division join forces to investigate the deeper parts of the Zero Void after encountering a massive Lycan swarm.

Character Developments

• Jiang Lianqiu demonstrates his strategic thinking and concern for his subordinates by ordering air support for the remaining humans in the Zero Void.
• Victory shows her loyalty and affection for Jiang Lianqiu by following his orders and expressing her love for him.
• Lycan maintains his elegance and composure even in battle, while Ai Lian displays her annoyance at the constant Lycan attacks.
• Ke Lin shows her timid and somewhat eccentric nature, while Lina remains analytical and calm.

Significant Themes

• Loyalty and camaraderie among team members, as shown by Jiang Lianqiu and Victory, as well as the Victoria Housekeeping and Anti-Air Sixth Division teams.
• The relentless and unpredictable nature of the Lycan, reflecting the dangers and challenges faced by the characters in the void.
• The theme of perseverance and determination in the face of adversity, as demonstrated by the defense force soldier who continues to fight despite his circumstances.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Lianqiu and Victory interact affectionately, with Victory showing her love for Jiang Lianqiu and Jiang Lianqiu demonstrating his trust in Victory.
• The Victoria Housekeeping team and the Anti-Air Sixth Division join forces, showing cooperation and mutual respect between the two teams.
• Ke Lin and Ai Lian have a brief interaction, with Ke Lin offering her lap to Ai Lian to sleep on, showing a mix of timidity and kindness from Ke Lin.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ling's group encounters a large Ethereal horde, blocking their retreat.
• Reinforcements arrive in the form of three aircraft, wiping out a significant portion of the Ethereals.
• Ling recognizes the military insignia on the aircraft, realizing they belong to Jiang Lianqiu's army.

Character Developments

• Ling demonstrates her strategic thinking and calmness under pressure.
• Nicole shows her resourcefulness and determination in the face of danger.
• Billy expresses his faith in the "God of Hamburgers" after their rescue.

Significant Themes

• The theme of survival and perseverance in the face of overwhelming odds.
• The power of hope and belief, as seen in Billy's faith in the "God of Hamburgers."

Character Interactions

• Ling and Nicole work together to find a solution to their predicament.
• Billy and Anbi share their faith in the "God of Hamburgers."
• Ling's group continues to rely on each other for support and encouragement.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Lianqiu realizes the Progenitor's true nature and its potential origin story.
• The Progenitor begins attacking the Aether energy recovery towers.
• Jiang Lianqiu's base within the Zero Void comes under attack by the Progenitor's forces.

Character Developments

• Jiang Lianqiu remains calm and strategic, even when facing a powerful enemy.
• Ju Fufu struggles with the idea that humans might have been the initial villains.
• Yi Xuan expresses concern about the potential consequences of their actions.

Significant Themes

• The consequences of humanity's actions and the potential for redemption.
• The power dynamics between humans and otherworldly entities.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Lianqiu, Ju Fufu, and Yi Xuan discuss the Progenitor's origin and humanity's role in it.
• Jiang Lianqiu's base is attacked, leading to a defensive battle involving various characters from different factions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Progenitor appears on the far side of the moon, aiming a long-range strike at New Ailidou.
• Time freezes as Jiang Lianqiu intervenes, materializing a colossal mechanical clockwork to stop the hands of time.

Character Developments

• Jiang Lianqiu demonstrates his immense power and control over time, solidifying his mental power to halt the progression of time.
• The characters in the base and across New Ailidou witness Jiang Lianqiu's intervention, further solidifying his status and power in their minds.

Significant Themes

• Power and Authority: Jiang Lianqiu's display of power reinforces his position as a figure of authority and respect.
• Time and Mortality: The freezing of time highlights the characters' vulnerability and mortality in the face of immense power.

Character Interactions

• No significant interactions occur in this chapter, as the characters are frozen in time. However, their collective witnessing of Jiang Lianqiu's intervention sets the stage for future interactions and reactions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Lianqiu activates a powerful time stop to counter an unprecedented energy interference, causing a clockwork mechanism to manifest and imprint itself onto all intelligent life.
• The Progenitor's attack is reversed and collides with the returning energy, creating a massive flash in space.
• Time resumes, and the sky is filled with a pure white light.
• Yao Jiayin and Evelyn survive the event, confused and disoriented.
• Jiang Lianqiu falls unconscious after the time stop, but he recovers with the help of Sirius and Victory.
• The Progenitor is heavily damaged and falls into dormancy.
• Jiang Lianqiu enters the Void Realm in his unconscious state and encounters the Mystic Phoenix, which guides him through the realm's history.
• He learns about the mecha servants' search for an authorizer and the potential connection to The Eradication Protocol.
• Jiang Lianqiu wakes up in his room at Yun Kui Mountain, with Ju Fufu sleeping beside him.

Character Developments

• Jiang Lianqiu: Demonstrates his powerful time-stopping ability and learns more about the Void Realm's history and his role in it.
• Ju Fufu: Shows affection towards Jiang Lianqiu, indicating her growing attachment to him.

Significant Themes

• The power of time manipulation and its consequences.
• The interconnectedness of events and the revelation of past history.
• The relationship between Jiang Lianqiu and the Void Realm, and his role in its history.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Lianqiu and the Mystic Phoenix: The Mystic Phoenix guides Jiang Lianqiu through the Void Realm, revealing its history to him.
• Jiang Lianqiu and Ju Fufu: Ju Fufu shows affection towards Jiang Lianqiu, indicating her growing bond with him.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Lianqiu wakes up after a long sleep and interacts with Ju Fufu and Yi Xuan.
• Yi Xuan examines Jiang Lianqiu's health, and they share a moment.
• Jiang Lianqiu and Sirius head to the main hall, where everyone has been waiting.
• Karos and Mayor Mevlower reunite and reminisce about the past.
• Starseeker Ya anxiously awaits Jiang Lianqiu's arrival.
• Mevlower greets Jiang Lianqiu warmly upon his arrival.

Character Developments

• Jiang Lianqiu shows affection towards Ju Fufu and Yi Xuan.
• Yi Xuan shows a more vulnerable side when interacting with Jiang Lianqiu.
• Starseeker Ya displays her feelings for Jiang Lianqiu through her anxiousness.
• Karos shows concern for Ling's romantic life.
• Mevlower shows appreciation and gratitude towards Jiang Lianqiu.

Significant Themes

• Relationships: The chapter explores various relationships—between Jiang Lianqiu and Ju Fufu/Yi Xuan, between Starseeker Ya and Jiang Lianqiu, and between Karos and Mevlower.
• Power and Influence: Mevlower's eagerness to greet Jiang Lianqiu highlights the power dynamics and influence Jiang Lianqiu holds.
• Trust and Reliance: Nicole's relief upon seeing Jiang Lianqiu emphasizes her trust in him and her reliance on him.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Lianqiu interacts playfully with Ju Fufu and shares a moment with Yi Xuan.
• Starseeker Ya and Jiang Lianqiu's reunion is anticipated but not shown directly.
• Karos and Mevlower reminisce about the past, showing their long-standing connection.
• Mevlower greets Jiang Lianqiu warmly, showing his respect and appreciation.