Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Chen reassures Mu Xi that he won't leave her to join the Spirit Pagoda.
• Su Chen visits the Spirit Pagoda for a physical examination by Leng Yaozhu.
• Su Chen demonstrates his terrifying strength (22,923 kg without Martial Soul Possession, 37,829 kg with) and spiritual power (Spirit Sea Realm, 501 points).

Character Developments

• Mu Xi: Realizes her feelings for Su Chen and worries about losing him to Leng Yaozhu.
• Su Chen: Confirms his feelings for Mu Xi and reassures her of his commitment.
• Leng Yaozhu: Impressed by Su Chen's physical prowess and spiritual power, sees his potential as a Limit Douluo.

Significant Themes

• The power of commitment and reassurance in relationships (Mu Xi and Su Chen).
• The importance of physical prowess and spiritual power in cultivation (Leng Yaozhu's evaluation of Su Chen).

Character Interactions

• Mu Xi and Su Chen: Reaffirm their bond and express their feelings for each other.
• Su Chen and Leng Yaozhu: Interact professionally as student and teacher, with Leng Yaozhu being increasingly impressed by Su Chen's abilities.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Chen's test results reveal his exceptional talent, surpassing even the young Yun Ming.
• Leng Yaozhu decides to provide Su Chen with a Ten-Thousand-Year Soul Spirit, worth over a hundred million, to aid his cultivation.
• She warns Su Chen about the Spirit Pagoda's rivalry with the Tang Sect and advises him not to join the Tang Sect.
• She also tells Su Chen not to take Yun Ming as his teacher if he enters Shrek Academy in the future.

Character Developments

• Su Chen: Proves his exceptional talent, becomes Leng Yaozhu's disciple, and gains her support.
• Leng Yaozhu: Shows her wealth and influence by providing Su Chen with a Ten-Thousand-Year Soul Spirit, reveals her history with Yun Ming, and demonstrates her care for Su Chen's future.

Significant Themes

• Talent and Potential: Su Chen's exceptional talent is a central theme, with Leng Yaozhu recognizing and nurturing it.
• Mentorship and Guidance: Leng Yaozhu takes on the role of mentor, guiding Su Chen's cultivation and career path.
• Competition and Rivalry: The Spirit Pagoda's rivalry with the Tang Sect is highlighted, influencing Su Chen's future choices.

Character Interactions

• Su Chen and Leng Yaozhu: Their relationship deepens as Leng Yaozhu takes Su Chen under her wing, providing guidance and resources. Su Chen, in turn, shows respect and obedience to her.
• Su Chen and Yun Ming: Though not directly interacting, their names are linked through Leng Yaozhu's warnings, setting up potential future interactions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Chen absorbs the Heavenly Phoenix Essence Blood but chooses not to use its power immediately.
• Leng Yaozhu's affection for Su Chen increases significantly after he absorbs the Heavenly Phoenix Origin.
• Su Chen takes a photo with Leng Yaozhu, marking the beginning of their personal relationship.
• Na'er recalls some lost memories and visits the seaside to clear her mind.

Character Developments

• Su Chen: Absorbs the Heavenly Phoenix Essence Blood, gains fire immunity and bloodline suppression abilities, and strengthens his bond with Leng Yaozhu.
• Leng Yaozhu: Shows affection and concern for Su Chen, marking the beginning of their personal relationship.
• Na'er: Experiences her first awakening, recalling lost memories and seeking solace at the seaside.

Significant Themes

• The power of the Heavenly Phoenix Essence Blood and its effects on Su Chen and Leng Yaozhu.
• The strengthening of the bond between Su Chen and Leng Yaozhu, symbolized by the photo they take together.
• Na'er's awakening and the potential implications for her future.

Character Interactions

• Su Chen and Leng Yaozhu: Their relationship deepens as they take a photo together, with Leng Yaozhu showing affection and Su Chen gaining a powerful backer.
• Su Chen and Na'er: Su Chen shows concern for Na'er after her awakening, offering to help her find clues about her background.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The author introduces the novel's reading platform and additional content.
• No significant plot events occur in this chapter as it's primarily an author's note.

Character Developments

• No character development occurs in this chapter.

Significant Themes

• The author emphasizes the importance of daily updates and encourages readers to follow the story consistently.

Character Interactions

• No character interactions occur in this chapter as it's an author's note with no dialogue or character presence.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Chen meets with Leng Yaozhu, his new teacher, who gifts him a ten-thousand-year Space-Rending Dragon Soul Spirit.
• Su Chen confesses his dream to Na'er: to marry multiple wives like his father.

Character Developments

• Su Chen: Becomes more open about his desires and aspirations, showing a more confident and assertive side.
• Na'er: Shows jealousy and possessiveness when she learns about Su Chen's dream, hinting at her growing feelings for him.

Significant Themes

• Ambition and desire: Su Chen's dream reflects his ambition and desire for power and companionship, while Na'er's reaction highlights the potential conflict between individual desires and societal norms.
• The power of relationships: The bond between Su Chen and Na'er deepens, with Na'er becoming more protective and possessive of Su Chen.

Character Interactions

• Su Chen and Na'er: Their relationship continues to grow closer, with Na'er displaying more affection and protectiveness towards Su Chen. They also make a pact: if Na'er becomes stronger than Su Chen, he will listen to her.
• Su Chen and Leng Yaozhu: Their teacher-student relationship develops, with Leng Yaozhu providing Su Chen with valuable knowledge and resources, such as the Space-Rending Dragon Soul Spirit.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Chen fuses with a Ten-Thousand-Year Soul Spirit, a dragon-type Soul Spirit, which is exceptionally difficult to tame.
• He successfully fuses with it in just a few minutes, demonstrating his incredible talent.
• Su Chen learns his first Ten-Thousand-Year Soul Skill, Void Blade, which is a slash condensed from spatial power, exceptionally sharp, silent, and fast.
• Su Chen asks Leng Yaozhu about Yun Ming's story.

Character Developments

• Su Chen: Shows exceptional talent and ease in fusing with a powerful Soul Spirit. He also displays curiosity about Yun Ming's past.
• Leng Yaozhu: Recognizes Su Chen's monstrous genius and has a growing affection for him, treating him like her own son. She is also willing to share information about Yun Ming.

Significant Themes

• Talent and Prodigy: Su Chen's monstrous genius is further emphasized as he easily fuses with a powerful Soul Spirit.
• Mentorship and Affection: Leng Yaozhu's growing affection for Su Chen highlights the bond between a mentor and their student.
• The Past and Obsession: Leng Yaozhu's willingness to share about Yun Ming suggests that her past and obsession with him still weigh heavily on her.

Character Interactions

• Su Chen and Leng Yaozhu: Their bond deepens as Leng Yaozhu cares for Su Chen like a mother, and Su Chen shows curiosity and respect for her knowledge.
• Su Chen and Staff/Members: Staff members and executives of the Spirit Pagoda show respect and admiration for Leng Yaozhu and envy toward Su Chen for earning her favor.
• Leng Yaozhu and Staff/Members: Staff members show respect and worship toward Leng Yaozhu, with male members not daring to look directly at her due to her beauty and status.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The chapter focuses on Su Chen's life three years after the events of the previous chapter.
• Leng Yaozhu reminisces about Yun Ming, a legendary figure from her past, who was undefeated and surrounded by admirers, including herself and her sister.
• Su Chen's romantic life becomes a topic of discussion. Leng Yaozhu teases him about his relationship with Mu Xi and Ouyang Zixin, both of whom have deep feelings for him.

Character Developments

• Su Chen: He has reached level 37 in cultivation, with soul power equivalent to a Soul King. He has also made significant progress in various side professions, including blacksmithing, mecha design, and construction. He has crafted his own full set of two-word Battle Armor, [Void].
• Leng Yaozhu: She harbors resentment towards Yun Ming for not choosing her, leading her to warn Su Chen not to repeat Yun Ming's mistakes.
• Mu Xi and Ouyang Zixin: Both girls have developed deep feelings for Su Chen but have not yet expressed them openly.

Significant Themes

• Romantic Luck: Both Yun Ming and Su Chen are described as having exceptional romantic luck, surrounded by admirers.
• Cultivation vs. Side Professions: Su Chen finds cultivation monotonous and prefers to spend his time on side professions, highlighting the importance of balance in one's pursuits.

Character Interactions

• Su Chen and Leng Yaozhu: They have a friendly, teasing relationship. Leng Yaozhu warns Su Chen about his romantic entanglements, drawing from her own past experiences.
• Su Chen, Mu Xi, and Ouyang Zixin: The three have a close, affectionate relationship, with Mu Xi and Ouyang Zixin both harboring feelings for Su Chen, though neither has acted on them yet.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Chen finishes his day of cultivation and heads home.
• He receives a message from Na'er, asking him to meet at the Star-Moon Restaurant.
• At the restaurant, Na'er expresses her fear of leaving Su Chen someday, hinting at her secret.
• Su Chen reveals he knows about Na'er's secret.

Character Developments

• Na'er's memories have returned, making her more cheerful and independent. She's also more aware of her feelings for Su Chen.
• Su Chen has grown more perceptive, sensing Na'er's emotional turmoil and guessing her secret.

Significant Themes

• The theme of secrets and their eventual revelation is prominent in this chapter. Both Na'er and Su Chen have secrets they've been keeping from each other.
• The theme of love and attachment is also explored, with Na'er's fear of leaving Su Chen and her growing feelings for him.

Character Interactions

• Na'er and Su Chen's relationship deepens as they share a meal together. Na'er's affection for Su Chen is evident, while Su Chen shows concern and understanding towards Na'er.
• The chapter ends with a revelation that will likely change the dynamic of their relationship, setting the stage for future developments.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Chen guesses Na'er's extraordinary background, leading to a playful argument.
• Na'er, feeling emotional, confesses her love for Su Chen, but leaves him due to her responsibilities as the Silver Dragon King.
• Na'er drugs Su Chen to prevent him from stopping her departure, leaving behind a pendant with their photo.

Character Developments

• Na'er (Gu Yuena) struggles with her feelings for Su Chen and her duty as the Silver Dragon King.
• Su Chen shows understanding and support for Na'er's departure, promising to find her once he's strong enough.

Significant Themes

• Love vs. Duty: Na'er's struggle between her feelings for Su Chen and her responsibilities as the Silver Dragon King.
• Strength: Su Chen's belief that having sufficient strength can solve any problem.

Character Interactions

• Na'er and Su Chen: Their playful argument highlights their close bond, and Na'er's departure leaves Su Chen determined to find her again.
• Gu Yuena (Na'er's true form) and Di Tian: Gu Yuena's return to her duties is marked by her cold and majestic demeanor, and Di Tian's cautious approach hints at potential tension between them regarding the Su Family.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Gu Yue splits a part of herself, forming Na'er, to protect the soul beast race's secret and prevent war with humans.
• Gu Yue plans to send Na'er away for training and integrate herself into the human world to observe Su Chen.
• Gu Yue believes she can find the Golden Dragon King bloodline to boost her strength.

Character Developments

• Gu Yue becomes more rational and less emotionally attached to Su Chen after separating Na'er.
• Na'er remains devoted to Su Chen but understands she must leave for training.
• Su Chen is perceived as a philandering playboy by Gu Yue, who is confident in her own strength.

Significant Themes

• The conflict between human and soul beast races.
• The power of love and devotion (Na'er's feelings for Su Chen).
• The importance of rational thinking and self-control (Gu Yue's growth).

Character Interactions

• Gu Yue and Na'er argue about Su Chen's character and Gu Yue's potential feelings for him.
• Gu Yue decides to send Na'er away for training and confiscates her communicator to prevent contact with Su Chen.
• Su Chen is perceived differently by Gu Yue and Na'er, highlighting their contrasting views.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Tang Wulin arrives at Eastsea Academy, amazed by its grandeur and sees a Yellow-Grade Mecha, envying its owner.
• Xie Xie, another wealthy student, arrives, jealous of the mecha's owner, Su Chen.
• Su Chen arrives in his Yellow-Grade Mecha, causing a stir. He meets the principal, Yu Zhen, and the intermediate department's dean, Long Hengxu, who are injured.
• Su Chen is to be assigned to Class 1, but Wu Zhangkong insists on being his homeroom teacher or having Su Chen in Class 5.

Character Developments

• Tang Wulin: First visit to a big city, feels immense longing and anticipation for Eastsea Academy's prosperity.
• Su Chen: Arrives at the academy in a Yellow-Grade Mecha, causing jealousy. Shows no interest in provoking others despite his reputation.
• Xie Xie: Jealous of Su Chen's mecha, knows not to provoke him due to his family's instructions.
• Yu Zhen and Long Hengxu: Injured, likely from a confrontation with Wu Zhangkong over Su Chen's assignment.

Significant Themes

• Wealth and status: Mechas represent wealth and power, causing envy and deference from others.
• Talent and reputation: Su Chen's talent has made him famous, but he doesn't flaunt it or provoke others.
• Power dynamics: The Su Family's influence is evident in the academy's treatment of Su Chen and the Xie Family's caution.

Character Interactions

• Tang Wulin and the mecha: Tang Wulin envies the owner of the Yellow-Grade Mecha.
• Xie Xie and Su Chen: Xie Xie is jealous of Su Chen's mecha but knows not to provoke him.
• Su Chen and the principal/dean: Su Chen greets them casually, showing no deference despite their injuries.
• Yu Zhen and Long Hengxu: They try to please Su Chen, arranging a single room for him and taking him to register.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Chen arrives at Eastsea Academy and is given special treatment due to his background and potential.
• He is assigned to Class One, with Wu Zhangkong as his homeroom teacher.
• Su Chen is given a luxurious villa as his dormitory.

Character Developments

• Su Chen: He remains humble and respectful despite his privileged status, showing maturity and understanding of the academy's dynamics.
• Long Hengxu: The director of the academy is revealed to have been beaten by Wu Zhangkong, showing Wu's strength and fearlessness.

Significant Themes

• Privilege and its consequences: Su Chen's special treatment highlights the theme of privilege and its potential to cause envy or resentment.
• Strength and respect: Wu Zhangkong's reputation and strength command respect, even from those in positions of authority.

Character Interactions

• Su Chen and Long Hengxu: They interact cordially, with Long Hengxu warning Su Chen about Wu Zhangkong and Su Chen teasing Long Hengxu about his injury from Wu.
• Su Chen, Mu Xi, and Ouyang Zixin: They reunite, with Mu Xi and Ouyang expressing envy of Su Chen's villa. They plan to spend time together and have lunch. Mu Xi also reminds Su Chen to make her a mecha.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Chen shows off his Yellow-grade mecha, causing Mu Xi to want one too.
• Su Chen lends Mu Xi his mecha to coax her.
• Tang Wulin arrives at the academy, gets bullied by his roommate, and fights back, leading to a series of events that result in him being placed in Class 5.
• Wu Zhangkong requests to take Tang Wulin and Xie Xie into his Class 1.

Character Developments

• Su Chen: Shows off his wealth and status, coaxes Mu Xi, and takes advantage of their relationship.
• Mu Xi: Shows her competitive nature and desire for material possessions.
• Tang Wulin: Demonstrates his strength and lack of fear of authority.
• Wu Zhangkong: Shows interest in Tang Wulin and Xie Xie, indicating his potential as a mentor.

Significant Themes

• Wealth and status disparity among students.
• Competition and desire for material possessions.
• Strength and its consequences.
• Mentorship and potential growth.

Character Interactions

• Su Chen and Mu Xi: Show affection and co-dependence, with Su Chen coaxing Mu Xi and Mu Xi showing her competitive nature.
• Tang Wulin and Zhou Changxi: Tang Wulin stands up for himself and fights back against bullying.
• Tang Wulin and Xie Xie: Xie Xie tries to intervene in the fight but is overpowered by Tang Wulin.
• Wu Zhangkong and Long Hengxu: Wu Zhangkong requests to take Tang Wulin and Xie Xie into his class, showing his interest in their potential.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Chen and Mu Xi spend the night together in Su Chen's villa.
• They engage in intimate activities, with Su Chen initiating and Mu Xi eventually consenting.
• Su Chen informs Mu Xi about Tang Wulin, a new student with exceptional forging talent.

Character Developments

• Mu Xi shows vulnerability and shyness, contrasting with her usual haughty demeanor.
• Su Chen demonstrates assertiveness and care for Mu Xi's feelings.
• Tang Wulin is introduced as a potential rival and future ally for Mu Xi in forging.

Significant Themes

• The exploration of romantic and physical intimacy between Su Chen and Mu Xi.
• The importance of talent and competition in the forging world, as represented by Mu Xi and Tang Wulin.

Character Interactions

• Su Chen and Mu Xi's relationship deepens as they spend the night together, with Su Chen being more assertive and Mu Xi showing vulnerability.
• Su Chen warns Mu Xi about Tang Wulin, showing consideration for her feelings and future collaborations.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Tang Wulin and Xie Xie are assigned to Class One, despite expecting to be in Class Five.
• Wu Zhangkong, the new teacher, introduces himself and announces a practical assessment.
• Su Chen, a student with twin Martial Souls and a Soul Power Level of 37, introduces himself.
• Tang Wulin introduces himself, revealing his Blue Silver Grass Martial Soul and Level 11 Soul Power, causing surprise and disbelief among his classmates.

Character Developments

• Tang Wulin remains unfazed by Su Chen's prowess, focusing on his own improvement.
• Xie Xie feels disappointed and underwhelmed in Class One, as he expected to shine in Class Five.
• Wu Zhangkong displays a stern and aloof demeanor, hinting at his high expectations for his students.

Significant Themes

• Talent and potential: Su Chen's exceptional talent is juxtaposed with Tang Wulin's seemingly ordinary abilities, highlighting the importance of hard work and determination.
• Perception of self-worth: Xie Xie's initial arrogance is challenged, as he realizes he is not the top talent in his class.
• Fairness and bias: The class assignments and Wu Zhangkong's assessment raise questions about fairness and bias in the academy system.

Character Interactions

• Tang Wulin and Xie Xie become friends despite their initial conflict.
• Su Chen's introduction causes a stir among his classmates, revealing the competitive nature of the students.
• Wu Zhangkong's stern demeanor and high expectations create tension in the classroom, as students try to impress him.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wu Zhangkong arranges one-on-one combat matches to suppress the pride of his new students.
• Tang Wulin, despite having a seemingly weak Blue Silver Grass martial soul, surprises everyone by winning all his matches using a heavy hammer.
• The top five students, including Tang Wulin, are to fight Su Chen, a Soul Elder with three thousand-year soul rings, to halve their training for the first week if they injure him.

Character Developments

• Tang Wulin proves his strength and resilience, earning respect from his peers.
• Su Chen, a Soul Elder with exceptional talent and power, is revealed to have three thousand-year soul rings.

Significant Themes

• The power of determination and hard work (Tang Wulin's unexpected strength).
• The importance of not underestimating opponents (Su Chen's overwhelming power).

Character Interactions

• Tang Wulin and Su Chen's first encounter sets the stage for their future interactions.
• The other students' initial underestimation of Tang Wulin leads to their surprise and respect after his victories.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Chen easily defeats five students (Zhang Yangzi, Wang Jinxi, Wei Xiaofeng, Xie Xie, and Tang Wulin) using his first soul skill, Soul Suppression, during a practical combat lesson.
• Wu Zhangkong stops the fight, declaring Su Chen the winner, and appoints him as the class monitor.
• Wu Zhangkong creates a personalized training plan for Su Chen, exempting him from regular physical training.

Character Developments

• Su Chen demonstrates his immense strength and mental prowess, instilling fear in his classmates.
• Tang Wulin shows resilience and activates his bloodline power in response to Su Chen's mental attack.

Significant Themes

• The vast disparity in strength between Su Chen and his classmates highlights the theme of power and its consequences.
• The importance of mental strength and willpower is emphasized through Su Chen's use of a mental attack soul skill.

Character Interactions

• Su Chen's casual defeat of his classmates leads to fear and respect from them.
• Wu Zhangkong shows concern for his students' well-being and safety, stopping the fight before it goes too far.
• Su Chen and Wu Zhangkong discuss Su Chen's new training plan, with Wu Zhangkong expressing curiosity about Su Chen's secrets.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Na'er joins Shrek Academy, becoming Yun Ming's personal disciple due to her exceptional talent and beauty.
• Na'er meets Ya Li, Yun Ming's wife, who takes a liking to her and treats her like a daughter.
• Na'er expresses her worry about Su Chen potentially liking other girls, causing Ya Li to become furious and threaten to "kill" him.
• Yun Ming and Ya Li decide not to interfere with Su Chen, but warn Na'er that she and Su Chen might not be suited for each other in the future.

Character Developments

• Na'er: Shows concern for Su Chen and his potential romantic interests. She is determined to work hard to catch up to him.
• Ya Li: Demonstrates her protective and nurturing side towards Na'er, becoming enraged when she learns about Su Chen's potential infidelity.
• Yun Ming: Shows understanding and patience towards Na'er's feelings, but also warns her about the potential differences between her and Su Chen in the future.

Significant Themes

• The power of talent and beauty in gaining opportunities (Na'er's admission to Shrek Academy).
• The protective nature of mentors and parental figures (Ya Li's reaction to Su Chen's potential actions).
• The potential for growth and change in individuals (Na'er's determination to catch up to Su Chen).

Character Interactions

• Na'er and Ya Li: Na'er seeks comfort from Ya Li, who treats her like a daughter and becomes protective of her.
• Na'er and Yun Ming: Na'er discusses her worries about Su Chen with Yun Ming, who offers guidance and advice.
• Ya Li and Yun Ming: Ya Li and Yun Ming react to Na'er's concerns about Su Chen, with Ya Li becoming enraged and Yun Ming offering understanding and advice.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A week passes, and Class One's rankings are decided. Su Chen is the class monitor, followed by Tang Wulin, Wang Jinxi, Zhang Yangzi, Xie Xie, and Wei Xiaofeng.
• Wu Zhangkong doubles the training volume for Class One, pushing the students to their limits daily.
• Gu Yue arrives and asks to join Class One. Wu Zhangkong challenges her to spar with Su Chen as a condition for enrollment.
• The match between Su Chen and Gu Yue begins on a Soul Fighting Platform.

Character Developments

• Su Chen maintains his dominant position as the class monitor and is given special treatment by Wu Zhangkong due to his monstrous strength.
• Gu Yue is introduced as a confident, powerful, and potentially troublesome new student with two Thousand-Year Soul Rings.
• Wu Zhangkong is revealed to be strict and fair, but also willing to make exceptions for exceptional students like Su Chen.

Significant Themes

• The theme of intense competition and pressure to excel among the students is reinforced, with Gu Yue's arrival adding another layer to this dynamic.
• Wu Zhangkong's approach to teaching emphasizes pushing students to their limits and rewarding exceptional talent.

Character Interactions

• Su Chen and Gu Yue's interaction is tense and competitive, with Gu Yue showing no mercy despite her smile.
• Wu Zhangkong interacts with both Su Chen and Gu Yue, challenging Gu Yue to prove herself and encouraging Su Chen to take her seriously.
• The other students watch the match with a mix of awe, envy, and pressure, feeling the weight of their new classmate's strength.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Chen and Gu Yue face off on the Soul Fighting Platform.
• Gu Yue reveals she's a dual-attribute (fire and wind) soul master, surprising everyone.
• Su Chen uses his first martial soul, the Soul Suppressing Pagoda, to defend against Gu Yue's attacks.
• Gu Yue uses all four elements (fire, wind, water, earth) in her attacks, further astonishing the crowd.
• Su Chen uses his second soul skill, Soul Lock, to bind Gu Yue, ending the fight.
• Wu Zhangkong appoints Gu Yue as the new vice-class monitor of Class One, Year One.

Character Developments

• Gu Yue demonstrates her versatility and power as a dual-attribute soul master with control over four elements.
• Su Chen shows his strength and restraint by only using his first martial soul against Gu Yue.
• Wu Zhangkong displays his impartiality and recognition of talent by appointing Gu Yue as vice-class monitor despite her challenging Su Chen.

Significant Themes

• The power and versatility of dual-attribute and multiple-element soul masters.
• The importance of respect and recognition of one's peers and opponents.
• The value of impartial judgment based on strength and talent.

Character Interactions

• Su Chen and Gu Yue's fight showcases their respective strengths and styles, with Su Chen's defense and restraint contrasting Gu Yue's aggressive and versatile offense.
• Wu Zhangkong interacts with both Su Chen and Gu Yue, acknowledging their strengths and making a decision based on their abilities.
• Wang Jinxi, the former vice-class monitor, feels threatened by Gu Yue's appointment but dares not speak up due to her strength.