Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Xuan returns home with land deeds and house deeds, making his family wealthy.
• He shares the Heart-Sync Guide, a dual-cultivation technique, with Lin An.
• Lin Xuan decides to seek Li Yizhong as his master.

Character Developments

• Lin Xuan: Shows responsibility and care for his family, becoming more mature. He also demonstrates his ambition by aiming to become Li Yizhong's disciple.
• Lin An: Grows more attached to Lin Xuan, showing concern for his future and her own role in it. She also displays a hint of jealousy when discussing Gu Lianwei.
• Chen Fang: Experiences a significant change in her family's fortune, leading to a mix of joy and disbelief.

Significant Themes

• Family and Responsibility: Lin Xuan's actions highlight his sense of responsibility towards his family, showing the importance of family bonds in his decisions.
• Ambition and Growth: Lin Xuan's desire to become Li Yizhong's disciple reflects his ambition and drive for personal growth and success.
• Change and Adaptation: The sudden wealth of the Lin Family brings changes that they must adapt to, both in terms of their living conditions and their mindset.

Character Interactions

• Lin Xuan and Lin An: Their relationship deepens as they practice the Heart-Sync Guide together, leading to a heart-to-heart conversation about their future.
• Lin Xuan and Chen Fang: Mother and son share a moment of pride and joy, with Chen Fang expressing her gratitude for Lin Xuan's achievements.
• Lin An and Gu Lianwei (implied): Lin An shows a hint of jealousy when discussing Gu Lianwei, indicating a potential rivalry or concern about Lin Xuan's feelings for another woman.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Xuan and Lin An have a late-night conversation, revealing Lin Xuan's past struggles and aspirations.
• Lin Xuan shares his plans to move his family to Wuqu Province and sell their old home's millet.
• Lin Xuan visits Gu Lianwei in Liang City, asking her to arrange for his family's relocation and to reduce rent for tenant farmers.
• Lin Xuan expresses his views on the importance of practical action over empty words, particularly in times of crisis.

Character Developments

• Lin Xuan: Reveals his past hardships and his desire to improve the lives of many people, displaying a growing sense of responsibility and benevolence. He also shows a newfound understanding of the world and his place in it.
• Lin An: Demonstrates her loyalty and understanding of Lin Xuan, accepting his future success without fear. She also shows practicality in managing their family's affairs.
• Gu Lianwei: Recognizes Lin Xuan's intelligence and wisdom, appreciating his practical approach to governance and his understanding of the world's complexities.

Significant Themes

• The importance of practical action over empty words, especially in times of crisis.
• The responsibility of those in power to attend to the affairs of those dependent on them.
• The transformation of an individual's perspective and understanding of the world as they grow and gain experience.

Character Interactions

• Lin Xuan and Lin An: Share a heart-to-heart conversation, deepening their bond and understanding of each other.
• Lin Xuan and Gu Lianwei: Discuss Lin Xuan's views on governance and the world, leading Gu Lianwei to recognize his wisdom and intelligence.
• Lin Xuan and Sun Chengdong (off-screen): Lin Xuan plans to ask Sun Chengdong for help in escorting him to Tianzhong Province, indicating their growing relationship and trust.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Gu Family quickly brings Gu Wuji to the provincial capital for examination, but officials find no evidence of the Dust-Cleansing Medicine Body.
• The provincial capital issues a notice dismissing the rumor and warning against trespassing into the Gu Family's estate.
• Lin Xuan prepares to depart, and Commander Sun Chengdong assigns specialists to escort him, including Wang Yi, a young man Lin Xuan had previously met.

Character Developments

• Wang Yi: Initially depressed and self-blaming, he opens up to Lin Xuan about his past involving a woman named Mu Jiuniang. Lin Xuan's perspective helps Wang Yi see that he is not entirely at fault.
• Lin Xuan: Demonstrates empathy and understanding towards Wang Yi's situation, helping him see the other side of the story.

Significant Themes

• The truth behind rumors and their consequences.
• The complexities of relationships and personal responsibility.
• The struggle between personal desires and societal expectations.

Character Interactions

• Lin Xuan and Wang Yi: Lin Xuan listens to Wang Yi's story and offers a different perspective, helping Wang Yi reevaluate his role in the tragic event.
• The provincial officials and the Gu Family: The officials' swift action in examining Gu Wuji and their public notice dismissing the rumor cause the Gu Family to lose face and many martial artists to lose interest in the matter.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Xuan and Wang Yi travel together to Luoyang, where the Governor-General's Residence is located.
• They discuss the state of the realm, Wang Yi's past, and Lin Xuan's martial arts journey.
• Upon arrival, they are greeted by a middle-aged scholar and led to the study where Commander-in-Chief Li is waiting.

Character Developments

• Wang Yi reflects on his past mistakes and seeks Lin Xuan's guidance.
• Lin Xuan demonstrates maturity and wisdom beyond his years, offering insights to Wang Yi.
• Wang Yi begins to see Lin Xuan as a mentor figure.

Significant Themes

• The importance of martial arts and strength in protecting one's family and loved ones.
• The harsh reality of being an official in Great Jin, where failure can lead to severe punishment or death.
• The contrast between the plain, military-like Governor-General's Residence and the expected splendor.

Character Interactions

• Lin Xuan and Wang Yi bond over their shared experiences and Lin Xuan's guidance helps Wang Yi gain new perspectives.
• Lin Xuan and Wang Yi's interactions highlight the age gap between them, with Lin Xuan acting more mature and wise.
• The middle-aged scholar serves as a guide, leading them to Commander-in-Chief Li's study without much interaction.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Xuan meets Commander-in-Chief Li Baisheng, who tests his understanding of the empire's problems and governance.
• Li Baisheng asks Lin Xuan hypothetical questions about governing a county, to which Lin Xuan responds with insightful answers.

Character Developments

• Lin Xuan demonstrates his political acumen and maturity beyond his age, impressing Li Baisheng.
• Li Baisheng shows his keen insight and ability to evaluate talent, recognizing Lin Xuan's potential.

Significant Themes

• The decline of Great Jin due to corruption, loss of control, and lack of money, grain, and people.
• The importance of understanding and investigating local situations before acting as a governor.
• The need to divide and conquer local strongmen to regain the imperial court's authority.

Character Interactions

• Lin Xuan and Li Baisheng have a tense yet productive conversation, with Li Baisheng testing Lin Xuan's understanding of governance and Lin Xuan impressing Li Baisheng with his insights.
• Wang Yi, a local official's son, is disciplined by Li Baisheng for his misbehavior.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Baisheng discovers Lin Xuan's lack of formal education and decides to guide him in reading and understanding governance.
• Li Baisheng gives Lin Xuan three books to read: 'Cultivated Writings', 'Comprehensive View of Heavenly Strategies', and 'Insights into Court Affairs'.
• Lin Xuan is to reside in the Governor-General's residence, practice martial arts in the mornings, and study in the afternoons.
• Wang Yi starts training under Li Baisheng's personal guards.

Character Developments

• Lin Xuan: Realizes the importance of learning and reading to complement his practical experiences. Starts his formal education under Li Baisheng's guidance.
• Li Baisheng: Recognizes Lin Xuan's potential and takes him under his wing to nurture his talents. Shows his wisdom and foresight in guiding Lin Xuan.
• Wang Yi: Begins to understand the importance of discipline and hard work. Starts training under Li Baisheng's personal guards.

Significant Themes

• The importance of learning and education in personal growth and governance.
• The difference between a common man's courage and a commander's courage, highlighting the need for calculated risks.
• The value of practical experience combined with theoretical knowledge.

Character Interactions

• Li Baisheng and Lin Xuan: Li Baisheng guides Lin Xuan, emphasizing the importance of learning and understanding governance. Lin Xuan accepts Li Baisheng's guidance with respect and determination.
• Lin Xuan and Wang Yi: They meet at the Drill Ground, and Lin Xuan encourages Wang Yi to focus on his training, showing camaraderie and understanding.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Xuan arrives at the sect and explores his living quarters, finding them simple and elegant.
• He starts his training early the next day and meets other disciples at the Drill Ground.
• Lin Xuan is paired with Zeng Tong for a sparring match and defeats him using various martial arts techniques.

Character Developments

• Lin Xuan: Shows exceptional talent and skill in martial arts, defeating Zeng Tong despite using only mid-grade techniques.
• Zeng Tong: Demonstrates strong martial abilities and stamina but ultimately loses to Lin Xuan.

Significant Themes

• The importance of self-cultivation and personal growth, as emphasized by Li Baisheng's gift and annotation.
• The value of humility and adaptability in martial arts, as shown by Lin Xuan's ability to switch between different styles.

Character Interactions

• Lin Xuan and Zeng Tong: Engage in a sparring match, showcasing their skills and pushing each other to their limits.
• Lin Xuan and Wang Yi: Wang Yi expresses his admiration for Lin Xuan's knowledge and skills, while Lin Xuan remains humble and approachable.
• Lin Xuan and Li Baisheng: The Martial Saint of Great Jin shows approval of Lin Xuan's performance during the sparring match.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Xuan defeats Zeng Tong, a middle-stage Breath-Connecting disciple, in his first match, impressing Commander-in-Chief Li.
• Lin Xuan faces Jin Lihua, a Breath-Connecting Completion disciple, and lasts 30 moves before conceding, learning her martial art's form but not its essence.
• Commander-in-Chief Li analyzes Lin Xuan's loss, attributing it to greed and lack of focus on winning.

Character Developments

• Lin Xuan: Shows exceptional talent and adaptability, learns from his mistakes, and gains insight from Li Baisheng's analysis.
• Jin Lihua: Proves to be a formidable opponent, takes interest in Lin Xuan's abilities, and learns about his unique qualities.
• Li Baisheng: Demonstrates his wisdom and insight, guiding Lin Xuan and revealing his high expectations for the young man.

Significant Themes

• Greed and focus: Lin Xuan's desire to learn from his opponent leads him to neglect winning, highlighting the importance of focus and priorities in battle.
• Learning from others: Lin Xuan's ability to learn from his opponents is praised, but he is also advised to discern when and how to apply this skill.
• Talent and potential: Lin Xuan's exceptional talent is recognized, but his limitations are also acknowledged, emphasizing the importance of continuous growth and self-awareness.

Character Interactions

• Lin Xuan and Jin Lihua: They spar, with Lin Xuan learning from Jin Lihua's martial art but ultimately conceding. Jin Lihua takes notice of Lin Xuan's unique abilities.
• Lin Xuan and Li Baisheng: Li Baisheng analyzes Lin Xuan's loss, providing guidance and insight, and revealing his high expectations for the young man.
• Lin Xuan and Zeng Tong: They become acquaintances after their match, with Zeng Tong admiring Lin Xuan's strength and Lin Xuan showing respect for his opponent.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Baisheng critiques and assigns new martial arts to his disciples: Lin Xuan (Six-Molt Rising Dragon), Zhao Yuan (focus on agility), and Zeng Tong (more sparring).
• Li Baisheng points out Jin Lihua's overconfidence, stating she holds back in fights.
• Lin Xuan begins practicing Six-Molt Rising Dragon, mastering the Mayfly Transformation in a day.
• Jin Lihua visits Lin Xuan, asking him to demonstrate his new skill.

Character Developments

• Lin Xuan: Shows exceptional comprehension and quick learning of the Six-Molt Rising Dragon martial art.
• Jin Lihua: Struggles with her pride and overconfidence in battles, as pointed out by Li Baisheng.
• Wang Yi: Struggles with the intensity of training under Li Baisheng but maintains his enthusiasm.

Significant Themes

• The importance of understanding the principles behind martial arts (Li Baisheng's teachings to Lin Xuan).
• Overcoming pride and overconfidence (Jin Lihua's realization and Lin Xuan's humble approach).
• The value of diligent practice and quick learning (Lin Xuan's progress in Six-Molt Rising Dragon).

Character Interactions

• Li Baisheng critiques and guides his disciples, showing his wisdom and understanding of their strengths and weaknesses.
• Lin Xuan and Jin Lihua have a conversation about martial arts, with Lin Xuan demonstrating his new skill to her.
• Wang Yi shares information about Jin Lihua's background with Lin Xuan and witnesses their interaction.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Xuan and Jin Lihua negotiate a deal for Lin Xuan to be her sparring partner.
• Lin Xuan asks for martial arts techniques instead of silver as compensation.
• They agree on a deal where Lin Xuan learns a new martial art from Jin Lihua every three months.
• Lin Xuan consumes Purple-Gold Ginseng to enhance his cultivation.
• Lin Xuan studies and practices the Six-Molt Rising Dragon martial art, focusing on the Mayfly Transformation technique.

Character Developments

• Lin Xuan: Shows negotiation skills, prioritizes time over silver, and is determined to improve his martial arts skills.
• Jin Lihua: Initially underestimates Lin Xuan but comes to appreciate his skills and sees value in having him as a sparring partner.
• Wang Yi: Admires Lin Xuan's negotiation skills and learns from him.

Significant Themes

• The value of time vs. silver.
• The importance of martial arts techniques in personal growth.
• Negotiation and bargaining skills.

Character Interactions

• Lin Xuan and Jin Lihua: Engage in a business-like transaction, with Lin Xuan bargaining for martial arts techniques instead of silver.
• Lin Xuan and Wang Yi: Wang Yi admires Lin Xuan's negotiation skills and learns from him.
• Jin Lihua and her old eunuch (Uncle Feng): The eunuch advises Jin Lihua on her interactions with Lin Xuan.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Xuan trains diligently throughout the night and into the morning.
• Commander-in-Chief Li announces a literary test: each disciple must write a poem related to dreams.
• Lin Xuan struggles to find inspiration for his poem, recalling his past and the dreams of his family.
• Jin Lihua, also struggling with the task, visits Lin Xuan's courtyard to see his poem without intending to copy it.

Character Developments

• Lin Xuan reflects on his past and the dreams of his family, leading him to write a poem from his grandfather's perspective.
• Jin Lihua struggles with writing a poem, revealing her privileged upbringing and lack of personal dreams or desires.

Significant Themes

• Dreams: The chapter explores the concept of dreams, both literal and metaphorical, focusing on the aspirations and desires of the characters.
• Personal Growth: Lin Xuan's reflection on his past and Jin Lihua's struggle with the literary test highlight their individual growth and self-discovery.

Character Interactions

• Lin Xuan and Jin Lihua engage in a friendly sparring match, with Jin Lihua praising Lin Xuan's improvement.
• Jin Lihua visits Lin Xuan's courtyard, showing interest in his poem and seeking inspiration for her own.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Xuan and Jin Lihua have a brief interaction where she tries to read his poem and he refuses, leading to a light argument.
• The disciples write poems about their dreams under Li Baisheng's supervision. Lin Xuan's poem is the last to be read.
• Li Baisheng evaluates each poem, providing insights into the disciples' emotions and life experiences.

Character Developments

• Lin Xuan: Remains reserved and guarded, hinting at a troubled past.
• Jin Lihua: Shows a softer side through her poem, revealing her longing for home and family.
• Wang Yi: Gains confidence after Li Baisheng praises his poem's sincerity.
• Li Baisheng: Demonstrates his profound understanding of people and poetry, showing a rare moment of vulnerability when discussing love and loss.

Significant Themes

• Dreams: The poems explore different aspects of dreams, including longing for the past, fear of loss, and chasing after unattainable desires.
• Truth and Sincerity: Li Baisheng values the truth and sincerity in the disciples' poems over mere literary prowess.
• Loss and Longing: Several characters express a sense of loss and longing, whether it's for love, family, or a simpler life.

Character Interactions

• Lin Xuan and Jin Lihua: Their brief interaction shows their contrasting personalities and Lin Xuan's guarded nature.
• Li Baisheng and the Disciples: Li Baisheng's evaluations reveal his deep understanding of each disciple's emotions and experiences, fostering a moment of connection and growth.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Xuan's poem about an old soldier's life stirs everyone, including Li Baisheng.
• Li Baisheng praises Lin Xuan's poem for its compassion and understanding of the common people's lives.
• Lin Xuan decides to bring his mother and wife to the capital to cultivate with him, seeking Li Baisheng's approval.

Character Developments

• Lin Xuan: Shows empathy and understanding for the common people's struggles through his poem. He also demonstrates his desire to reunite with his family and his eagerness to grow stronger.
• Li Baisheng: Recognizes Lin Xuan's potential and appreciates his ability to see beyond himself. He also reveals his plans to leave the capital soon due to potential threats from the Qiangqu People.

Significant Themes

• Compassion and understanding for the common people's struggles.
• The importance of seeing beyond one's own interests.
• The rapid changes and uncertainties in the political landscape.

Character Interactions

• Lin Xuan and Li Baisheng: Lin Xuan seeks Li Baisheng's approval to bring his family to the capital. Li Baisheng praises Lin Xuan's poem and agrees to his request.
• Lin Xuan and Jin Lihua: Jin Lihua is moved by Lin Xuan's poem and begins to question the world she knows. She also gives Lin Xuan a copy of River-Sealing Hand.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Xuan considers bringing Lin An to the Governor-General's Residence but not to the northern frontier due to safety concerns.
• Commander-in-Chief Li suggests creating an illusion of Lin An's abduction to protect her and settle her in a safe residence, or they can openly live together for a while.
• Lin Xuan decides to follow Li's plan, understanding the risks and benefits.
• Ten days later, Lin An arrives, and they receive news that Chen Fang (Lin Xuan's mother) has been abducted.

Character Developments

• Lin Xuan shows responsibility and foresight by prioritizing his family's safety and understanding the potential threats to them.
• Commander-in-Chief Li demonstrates his wisdom, experience, and willingness to take risks to protect Lin Xuan and his family.
• Lin An's arrival brings emotional tension and a sense of urgency.

Significant Themes

• Responsibility: Lin Xuan's growing sense of responsibility towards his family and his duty as a martial artist.
• Sacrifice: The willingness to make sacrifices for the greater good, as seen in Li Baisheng's actions and Lin Xuan's acceptance of the plan.
• Family vs. Duty: The conflict between protecting one's family and fulfilling one's duty as a martial artist and official.

Character Interactions

• Lin Xuan and Li Baisheng: They discuss Lin An's safety and Li Baisheng's plan to protect her, showing mutual respect and trust.
• Lin Xuan and Lin An: Though not present in this chapter, their relationship is a driving force behind Lin Xuan's decisions.
• Lin Xuan and the escorting soldiers: The soldiers wait for Lin Xuan's reaction to the news of Chen Fang's abduction, showing their deference to him.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Xuan's mother, Chen Fang, is abducted by bandits on their way to Tianzhong Province.
• Lin Xuan, devastated, vows to find her and seeks the Governor-General's help.
• Lin Xuan, accompanied by Jin Lihua, searches for Chen Fang at Phoenix-Perch Ridge but finds no trace.
• Chen Fang is secretly protected by an unknown group and told not to mention Lin Xuan.

Character Developments

• Lin Xuan: Shows deep devotion to his mother, displaying strong emotional turmoil and determination to find her.
• Chen Fang: Maintains composure despite her situation, understanding that she must not become a burden to Lin Xuan.
• Jin Lihua: Shows concern for Lin Xuan's well-being and offers to help him find his mother.

Significant Themes

• Family and loyalty: Lin Xuan's unwavering devotion to his mother highlights the importance of family in his life.
• Deception and manipulation: The unknown group's actions suggest a larger scheme at play, with Chen Fang's abduction being a part of their plan.

Character Interactions

• Lin Xuan and Lin An: The siblings share a close bond, with Lin An blaming herself for Chen Fang's abduction.
• Lin Xuan and Jin Lihua: Jin Lihua offers to help Lin Xuan find his mother, showing her growing concern for him.
• Chen Fang and the unknown group: Despite their mysterious intentions, the group ensures Chen Fang's safety and well-being.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Xuan spends half a month searching for Chen Fang with no success.
• He returns to the Governor-General's Office and is tasked with learning governance by Li Baisheng.
• Lin Xuan is given the case of managing refugees in Leiyang County and must propose a solution.

Character Developments

• Lin Xuan's determination in finding Chen Fang wavers, and he accepts the reality of her disappearance.
• He demonstrates initial understanding of governance issues but lacks experience and knowledge in practical solutions.

Significant Themes

• The challenges and complexities of governing a county, particularly in times of disaster.
• The importance of financial resources in implementing governance plans.
• The need for innovative and practical solutions to address local issues.

Character Interactions

• Lin Xuan interacts with Li Baisheng, who guides him in understanding governance and provides him with practical experience.
• Lin Xuan, Jin Lihua, and Lin An return from their search, their bond strengthened by shared hardship and disappointment.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Xuan learns that the wasteland near Leiyang County is registered to the three great clans, making it difficult for refugees to settle there.
• Li Baisheng explains the complexity of officialdom and the need to balance interests.
• Lin Xuan proposes a land survey and graduated taxation to address the issue, but Li Baisheng points out the challenges of implementing such a plan due to corruption and clan influence.
• Lin Xuan also learns about a case in Anhe County where a powerful clan, the Zhou family, is privately keeping thugs and causing violence.

Character Developments

• Lin Xuan begins to understand the complexities and challenges of governance, moving beyond his initial idealistic views.
• Li Baisheng demonstrates his wisdom and experience in governance, guiding Lin Xuan without directly telling him what to do.

Significant Themes

• The complexity of governance and the need to balance interests.
• The influence of powerful clans and corruption in local politics.
• The challenges of implementing new policies and laws.

Character Interactions

• Lin Xuan and Li Baisheng engage in a mentorship-like relationship, with Li Baisheng guiding Lin Xuan's understanding of governance.
• The conversation between Lin Xuan and Li Baisheng highlights the power dynamics and corruption within the local government and powerful clans.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Xuan is sent by Li Baisheng to Anhe County to investigate the Zhou Family's influence and the county's state.
• Upon arrival, Lin Xuan observes that the Zhou Family has a strong presence and controls the county's affairs, with commoners living in fear.
• He witnesses a violent altercation between the Zhou Family's men and the Liu Family, with the county yamen siding with the Zhou Family and accepting bribes.

Character Developments

• Lin Xuan demonstrates his ability to observe and assess situations, understanding the need to gather information before acting.
• Li Baisheng shows his wisdom and foresight in sending Lin Xuan to investigate discreetly.

Significant Themes

• Corruption and abuse of power by local authorities.
• The plight of common people under oppressive local clans.
• The importance of firsthand observation and experience.

Character Interactions

• Lin Xuan interacts with commoners, observing their fear and reluctance to speak out against the Zhou Family.
• He witnesses the county yamen's corruption and collusion with the Zhou Family.
• Lin Xuan's Xuanzhen Army soldiers accompany him, awaiting his orders.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Xuan arrives in Anhe County and senses a heavy atmosphere.
• He learns about the Zhou Family's vast influence, controlling 30% of the city's businesses and owning 27,000 mu of fertile land.
• The Zhou Family's thugs clash with the Liu Gang during the day, and later that night, Zhou Family members enter the prison, resulting in two Liu Gang members' deaths.
• Lin Xuan decides to leave the county seat and investigate the countryside, arriving at Willow River Village.
• He learns that the Zhou Family controls most of the land deeds in the village, effectively controlling the villagers' lives.
• The Zhou Family's men arrive in the village to collect rent, causing distress among the villagers.

Character Developments

• Lin Xuan demonstrates his keen observational skills and strategic thinking, deciding to investigate the countryside to understand the root of the Zhou Family's power.
• The Zhou Family is revealed to be ruthless and power-hungry, willing to use violence and control people's livelihoods to maintain their dominance.

Significant Themes

• Corruption and abuse of power: The Zhou Family has bought off the county magistrate and uses their influence to exploit the common people.
• The struggle for control: The conflict between the Zhou Family and the Liu Gang reflects a larger struggle for power and influence in Anhe County.
• The plight of the common people: The villagers in Willow River Village represent the countless people suffering under the Zhou Family's control, highlighting the theme of the oppressed masses.

Character Interactions

• Lin Xuan interacts with the Xuanzhen Army soldiers, giving them orders and receiving their reports.
• He has a brief conversation with an elderly villager, learning about the Zhou Family's control over the villagers' lives.
• The Zhou Family's men interact with the villagers, causing distress and fear.
• The conflict between the Zhou Family and the Liu Gang is implied through the events of the day and night.