Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Teacher Lu, initially gentle and mild, becomes stern and unyielding when he learns that Shen Le took the little ones out of school to work.
• The little ones, through the Compass and Scroll, demonstrate their ability to scan and project the ship's structure in detail, impressing Shen Le and the onlookers.
• Shen Le and the little ones work together to remove the filler material from the ship's deck, with the little ones performing the labor-intensive tasks efficiently.
• Shen Le scolds the little ones for trying to dismantle the ship by force and reminds them to follow proper procedures.

Character Developments

• Teacher Lu shows a more serious and unyielding side when it comes to the little ones' education.
• The little ones display their abilities and enthusiasm for working with Shen Le, contrasting with their diligence but lack of enjoyment in studying.

Significant Themes

• The importance of education and the tension between work and study.
• The little ones' unique abilities and their enthusiasm for working with Shen Le.
• The contrast between the little ones' diligence in study and their enjoyment in working.

Character Interactions

• Shen Le and Teacher Lu have a tense exchange regarding the little ones' education, with Teacher Lu insisting on their studies and Shen Le apologetic but firm in his belief that the little ones should help him work.
• The little ones work together harmoniously, displaying their abilities and enthusiasm for the task at hand.
• Shen Le scolds the little ones for trying to dismantle the ship by force, showing his concern for their safety and the proper way to handle the task.

Key plot points and events

• Shen Le uses magic to grow a sturdy bamboo gantry and vines that act as a crane, allowing Little Ink Marker and the other small helpers to dismantle the decorated boat’s upper structure safely and efficiently.
• He labels and organizes the salvaged pieces, plans preservation tests, and identifies much of the wood himself. Most familiar sections are Chinese fir, pine, or camphor, but several unusually heavy, hard-to-cut pieces stump him.
• Little Ink Marker asks for stronger saws. Shen Le considers learning blacksmithing, then orders an expensive professional woodworking tool set so the little worker can try using an electric saw.
• After preparing microscope slides, Shen sends them to specialists. Their report reveals that the unidentified timber includes numerous South Seas hardwoods, some from trees that do not grow in China. The boat’s mixture of domestic and foreign woods deepens the mystery of its origin.
• Shen decides to learn the boat’s history through its restoration. It is in relatively good condition, likely because it was stored as a magical artifact, though its previous owner did not keep it clean or protect it properly.
• He cleans the salvaged components with repeated Cleansing Spells and measures major timbers, grateful that his bamboo frame and vine crane spare him much of the physical labor.

Character developments

• Shen Le shows practical ingenuity, scientific thoroughness, and growing confidence in combining magic with conservation work. He remains responsible for planning and research, but is willing to delegate specialized testing.
• Little Ink Marker has become stronger and more ambitious: despite past difficulty controlling power tools, he now wants to try an electric saw.
• The junior researchers and senior specialists contribute technical labor and expertise, allowing Shen Le to focus on coordinating the project and interpreting its findings.

Significant themes

• Magic and technology working together: Shen Le’s spells and plant-based machinery complement modern tools and scientific methods.
• Conservation as investigation: Examining and restoring the boat gradually reveals clues about its past.
• Collaboration and specialization: Shen Le recognizes that complex work is best shared among helpers, students, and experts.
• The mystery of cultural exchange: The boat’s varied, partly foreign timber raises questions about where it was built and how it traveled.

Character interactions

• Shen Le directs the little ones’ dismantling work, encourages Little Ink Marker, and promises to address the problem of his damaged saws.
• He relies on junior students for testing and senior specialists for wood identification, while still doing hands-on work to maintain his own skills.
• The boat and its stored decorations remain silent, leaving Shen Le to investigate their history through the physical evidence.

Plot points and events

• Shen Le uses precise Cleansing Spells to remove grime, shells, rusted nails, and old caulking from the thirty-meter Ancient Ship. Teacher Lu watches, then briefly falls into a troubled, distant mood.
• Shen Le finds that parts of the ship’s planking and bulkheads are missing or damaged, while the mast step, mast, and Dragon Bone are warped. He sends detailed scans to students at his alma mater, who reconstruct the original shapes of the planks in three days.
• Because the students lack information about the wood, they cannot calculate how to straighten it. Shen Le instead studies the Dragon Bone’s memories, seeing its history from tree to ship timber and recovering its original centerline.
• With Little Ink Marker’s help, he marks that line and compares it with a laser measurement, confirming that the Dragon Bone has warped.
• A senior colleague explains that straightening requires carefully rehumidifying the wood, then gradually pressing it back into shape as it dries. Shen Le lacks a suitable treatment space and is unsure how far to take the restoration.
• He begins a small-scale test with a badly warped packing board, soaking it in a pool enriched with nutrient solution and using his powers to guide it toward its former shape without letting it grow into a tree.

Character developments and interactions

• Shen Le demonstrates remarkable control, resourcefulness, and patience, combining magical abilities, technical tools, and research. He is increasingly able to access an object’s past without first restoring it.
• Teacher Lu briefly shows a rare sign of distress, suggesting a painful memory, but declines to explain.
• Little Ink Marker (Zheng Mo) eagerly assists with measuring and marking the Dragon Bone; Red Wedding Dress helps Shen Le view the laptop screen.
• The junior students and a senior colleague offer practical expertise. Shen Le appreciates their help but decides to test the restoration method himself before asking for more assistance.

Significant themes

• Memory and restoration: The ship’s timber retains knowledge of its original form, which Shen Le can use to guide its repair.
• Cooperation between magic and craft: Supernatural abilities support, rather than replace, measurement, historical research, and structural expertise.
• Careful preservation: Restoring old wood demands patience and restraint; pushing it too quickly could damage it or trigger uncontrolled growth.
• Unspoken pain: Teacher Lu’s reaction hints that the ship or its history may carry emotional significance.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shen Le attempts to fix the damaged wooden board using his newfound ability and the Scanner.
• He realizes he needs to reshape the board and buys tools to do so.
• Shen Le calculates the materials needed for repairs and asks Old You to find them.

Character Developments

• Shen Le demonstrates his ability to communicate with and control wood, showing growth in his powers.
• He exhibits meticulousness and dedication in calculating the materials needed for the repairs.
• Old You shows initiative and resourcefulness in helping Shen Le find the required materials.

Significant Themes

• The importance of patience and perseverance in achieving goals (Shen Le's struggle to fix the board).
• The value of careful planning and preparation (Shen Le's calculations and Old You's efforts to find materials).

Character Interactions

• Shen Le and Zheng Mo work together to measure and fix the wooden board.
• Shen Le delegates the task of finding materials to Old You, showing trust in his abilities.
• Old You reaches out to his network of contacts to find the required materials, demonstrating his resourcefulness and connections.

Key Plot Points and Events

+ Shen Le receives a distress call from Old You, who's in trouble.
+ Old You's call is chaotic and ends abruptly before Shen Le can get details.
+ Gu Yulin informs Shen Le that Old You might have fled the country without leaving through normal channels.
+ Shen Le uses the Copper Fragment to search for Old You but can't pinpoint his location due to the vast area and his own limitations.
+ Shen Le receives a call from unknown abductors showing Old You beaten and captive in an abandoned factory-like building.

Character Developments

+ Shen Le shows concern and urgency in helping Old You.
+ Old You is shown to be injured and captured.

Significant Themes

+ The power of the Copper Fragment extends beyond national borders, reflecting the historical reach of ancient Chinese dynasties.
+ The struggle between Shen Le's capabilities and the vastness of the search area highlights the challenges of finding Old You.

Character Interactions

+ Shen Le and Gu Yulin discuss the situation and potential leads.
+ Shen Le interacts with Old You's abductors, trying to understand their demands.
+ Old You warns Shen Le not to come to his rescue.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Old You is captured and beaten by unknown assailants in the Golden Triangle region.
• Shen Le negotiates with the captors via WeChat, trying to gather information and stall for time.
• The Special Affairs Bureau traces the call's location to a 1,000 square kilometer area in the Golden Triangle.
• Shen Le flies to the Yunnan Province border to attempt sensing Old You's location more precisely.

Character Developments

• Shen Le demonstrates determination and resourcefulness in trying to rescue Old You, even facing a dangerous situation.
• Old You's capture highlights his impulsive and reckless nature, as he entered enemy territory without proper preparation.

Significant Themes

• Friendship and loyalty: Shen Le's resolve to save Old You, despite the risks, showcases their strong bond.
• The struggle against powerful enemies: The Golden Triangle's lawless nature and the captors' demands emphasize the challenges faced by those trying to combat such forces.

Character Interactions

• Shen Le and the Special Affairs Bureau collaborate to gather information and plan a rescue operation.
• Shen Le's negotiation with the captors reveals their demands and provides clues for the Special Affairs Bureau to narrow down the location.
• Shen Le's determination to save Old You is contrasted with Old You's impulsive actions that led to his capture.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Scroll's map projection reaches 200 kilometers, showing detailed terrain and points of light representing special beings or areas.
• Little Oil Lamp successfully locates Old You in the mountains near Tachileik, inside a national forest park.
• Shen Le learns that Old You is alive but surrounded by strong and strange enemies.

Character Developments

• Shen Le demonstrates his growth and control over his abilities, successfully guiding Little Oil Lamp to find Old You.
• Little Oil Lamp shows increased power and range, able to traverse long distances along power grids and locate targets.

Significant Themes

• The power of technology and integration with human society, enabling Little Oil Lamp's enhanced capabilities.
• The importance of teamwork and communication, as Shen Le works with Little Oil Lamp and the Special Affairs Bureau.

Character Interactions

• Shen Le communicates with Little Oil Lamp, relaying information to the Special Affairs Bureau.
• The Special Affairs Bureau coordinates with Shen Le, planning to rescue Old You once they have a marker from the mountaintop.
• Little Oil Lamp expresses confidence in its ability to protect Old You and create an electric net.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shen Le anxiously awaits the Special Affairs Bureau's operation to rescue Old You from the Golden Triangle.
• The operation involves small drones, unmanned boats, and a single personnel (Alloy Master) sent to infiltrate the enemy territory.
• After half an hour, the operation begins. Alloy Master charges in, followed by a coordinated attack from drones and unmanned boats.
• The outer perimeter of the enemy territory is cleared, but the main target (Old You) is still at risk.

Character Developments

• Shen Le demonstrates concern and anxiety for Old You's safety, showing his growth in caring for others.
• Alloy Master displays his combat prowess and willingness to protect his friends, solidifying his role as a reliable ally.

Significant Themes

• Friendship and Loyalty: Shen Le's worry for Old You and Alloy Master's eagerness to rescue him highlight the theme of friendship and loyalty among the group.
• Teamwork and Coordination: The successful initial attack on the enemy territory emphasizes the importance of teamwork and coordination in achieving their goals.

Character Interactions

• Shen Le and the Special Affairs Bureau: Shen Le interacts with the Special Affairs Bureau, seeking updates and offering support, showing his growing trust in their capabilities.
• Shen Le and Alloy Master: Their WeChat conversation reveals their friendship and mutual respect, with Shen Le expressing gratitude and Alloy Master reassuring him of his safety.

Key Plot Points and Events

• An enemy demon infiltrates the base, causing the snake demon to retreat.
• Reinforcements arrive, including an expert who uses a flying sword to slay the snake demon from a thousand miles away.
• Drones are used to confirm kills, secure hostages, and provide support in the battle.
• Old You is rescued and transported back home using drones.

Character Developments

• Old You remains resilient and determined despite his injuries, hoping for rescue.
• Little Oil Lamp demonstrates its ability to manipulate electricity, protecting Old You and helping him escape.
• Alloy Master fights bravely against the elephant and tiger demons but is distracted by the drone's interference.

Significant Themes

• Technology vs. Magic: The use of drones and advanced weaponry contrasts with the magical abilities of the demons and the expert's flying sword.
• Resilience and Determination: Old You's perseverance in the face of adversity highlights his character.
• Teamwork: The coordinated efforts of the drones, the expert, and Alloy Master showcase the importance of teamwork in overcoming challenges.

Character Interactions

• Old You and Little Oil Lamp work together to escape, with Little Oil Lamp providing protection and assistance.
• Alloy Master fights alongside the drones, though he expresses frustration at their interference.
• The expert and the drones communicate and coordinate their actions, demonstrating a well-organized team.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Old You, atop the drone, reaches the border and is surrounded by a crowd of people in hazmat suits and religious attire.
• He is enclosed within an alms bowl by a Buddhist monk to contain the curse and black magic on him.
• A Daoist priest examines Old You, attempting to remove the curse, but struggles to do so without harming him.
• Little Oil Lamp arrives, cleanses Old You of the gu poison and curses using electricity, burning away his feathers in the process.
• The Daoist priest and monk watch in awe as Little Oil Lamp's power cleanses Old You, but also leaves him bald.

Character Developments

• Old You remains desperate and scared but is relieved when Little Oil Lamp arrives to help him.
• Little Oil Lamp gains strength from the national power grid and successfully removes the curse and gu poison from Old You.
• The Daoist priest and monk show concern for Old You's well-being and try to help him, despite their different approaches.

Significant Themes

• The power of friendship and trust between Old You and Little Oil Lamp.
• The different approaches to dealing with evil and curses by the Daoist priest and monk.
• The consequences of using extreme methods to remove evil, as seen in Old You's bald state.

Character Interactions

• Old You and Little Oil Lamp: Old You relies on Little Oil Lamp for help, while Little Oil Lamp eagerly assists him, even at the cost of Old You's feathers.
• The Daoist priest and monk: They work together to help Old You, despite their different religious backgrounds, showcasing unity in the face of adversity.
• Old You and the religious figures: Old You is initially scared of the religious figures due to their strange attire and methods, but they ultimately try to help him, showing compassion and understanding.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shen Le returns to find Old You severely injured, featherless, and traumatized after being captured and tortured by demons.
• Old You reveals he was captured while helping Shen Le complete a mission and was forced to eat bugs.
• The Special Affairs Bureau recovers spirit ore from the demons' treasure trove, which Old You suggests can offset the operation's cost.
• Shen Le offers thanks and rewards to those who helped rescue Old You, including Daoist Qingyue and the eminent monk.
• Shen Le discusses the operation's cost with the local operation commander, who refuses to let Shen Le pay for it.

Character Developments

• Old You: Traumatized and weakened after his ordeal, but still concerned about Shen Le's financial burden.
• Shen Le: Shows concern for Old You's well-being and is willing to cover the operation's cost to save him.
• Local operation commander: Refuses Shen Le's offer to pay for the operation, emphasizing that protecting citizens is the state's responsibility.

Significant Themes

• Gratitude and reward: Shen Le feels indebted to those who helped rescue Old You and offers them thanks and rewards.
• Citizens' duty: The local operation commander highlights the state's responsibility to protect its citizens.
• Financial burden: Old You is concerned about the operation's cost, while Shen Le is willing to bear it.

Character Interactions

• Shen Le and Old You: Shen Le comforts and cares for Old You, while Old You is worried about the operation's cost.
• Shen Le and the local operation commander: They discuss the operation's cost, with the commander refusing Shen Le's offer to pay.
• Shen Le and Daoist Qingyue/eminent monk: Shen Le thanks them for helping rescue Old You and offers rewards.

Key Plot Points and Events

+ Shen Le is persuaded to help locate the Secret Realm in the Golden Triangle.
+ He uses his spiritual energy detection abilities to map out the underground cave system.
+ The team discovers a massive spiritual energy source in the underground river.

Character Developments

+ Shen Le demonstrates his risk-averse nature and meticulous planning.
+ Alloy Master shows his loyalty and willingness to help Shen Le.
+ Old You displays his greed for spiritual energy and resources.

Significant Themes

+ The importance of Shen Le's spiritual energy detection abilities.
+ The dangers and challenges of exploring the Golden Triangle.
+ The allure of wealth and resources in the Secret Realm.

Character Interactions

+ Shen Le and Alloy Master work together to find the Secret Realm.
+ Shen Le and Old You share a bond over their love for resources and wealth.
+ The Special Affairs Bureau staff and Shen Le collaborate to locate the Secret Realm.

Key Plot Points and Events

+ Shen Le successfully locates the entrance to the Secret Realm, which is underwater.
+ Alloy Master (Jin) recklessly dives in to explore, while Shen Le stays behind.
+ A fierce battle ensues underwater between Jin and a monster guarding the entrance.
+ Shen Le enters the water, using talismans to protect himself and reaches the battle site.

Character Developments

+ Shen Le demonstrates increased confidence and decisiveness, choosing to enter the water despite the risks.
+ Alloy Master (Jin) shows his reckless and impulsive nature, charging into danger without proper preparation.

Significant Themes

+ Risk-taking and its consequences: Both Shen Le and Jin take risks, with Jin's recklessness potentially leading to danger.
+ Teamwork and support: Shen Le enters the water to support Jin, highlighting the importance of teamwork.

Character Interactions

+ Shen Le and Jin: Despite their differences, they show concern for each other's safety, with Shen Le rushing to help Jin.
+ Shen Le and the Special Affairs Bureau team: The team is concerned about Shen Le's safety but also respects his decisions.

Key plot points and events

• Shen Le enters the cavern without a weapon as Alloy Master confronts a powerful fish monster. Unable to lift Alloy Master, Shen Le has to rely on spells and quick thinking.
• The fish monster breaks through the water-repelling barrier and attacks on dry ground. Shen Le expands his water-repelling spell to keep it away from the river, while Alloy Master repeatedly rams and blocks it.
• The monster sends sharp scales flying at Shen Le. He uses Flight Talismans to deflect them, then a Cleansing Spell to gather the scales so Alloy Master can crush them.
• The monster gets back into the water and charges at Shen Le. Alloy Master knocks Shen Le clear but takes the hit himself. As the fish monster closes in, Shen Le’s Copper Fragment activates and flies into his hand.
• In Shen Le’s meditation world, the fish monster is drawn into a raised stud on the Broken Bronze Tripod. The tripod suppresses and devours it, marking its image on its surface.
• The tripod’s map lights up at the southern border. Its glow parts the underground current and reveals a dry route to a cavern with sealed doors and thriving plants.
• Shen Le realizes he has found the Secret Realm—and that the Copper Fragment has claimed it as territory he can use.

Character developments

• Shen Le proves resourceful under pressure, combining spells creatively to protect himself and support Alloy Master. The discovery also reveals a major new ability of the Copper Fragment and tripod.
• Alloy Master acts independently and courageously, insisting on fighting despite his heavy metal body. He prioritizes Shen Le’s safety, ultimately taking a direct blow meant for him.

Significant themes

• Ingenuity over preparation: Shen Le has no weapon, but adapts his magic to each threat.
• Loyalty and protection: Alloy Master repeatedly shields Shen Le, while Shen Le works to keep the monster from gaining the advantage of water.
• Discovery and expanding power: The Copper Fragment’s devouring ability turns a dangerous encounter into a breakthrough, transforming the Secret Realm into claimed territory.

Character interactions

• Shen Le and Alloy Master coordinate under fire: Alloy Master serves as both attacker and cover, while Shen Le uses spells to disrupt the monster and protect them both.
• The fish monster identifies Shen Le as a threat and targets him, forcing Alloy Master to intervene.
• The Copper Fragment and Bronze Tripod respond to the monster independently, revealing their connection to Shen Le and changing the outcome of the fight.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shen Le and Alloy Master reach the entrance to the Secret Realm.
• The Special Affairs Bureau suspects Shen Le and Alloy Master are hiding something about their encounter with the enemy.
• Shen Le uses the Copper Fragment to sense the chaotic power inside the Secret Realm.
• He discovers a breach in a distant barrier, causing the power surge inside the Secret Realm.

Character Developments

• Shen Le demonstrates his power and willingness to take risks by agreeing to investigate the Secret Realm.
• Alloy Master shows concern for Shen Le's safety and willingness to support him.
• The Special Affairs Bureau officers show caution and respect for Shen Le's abilities.

Significant Themes

• The power and danger of the Secret Realm.
• The importance of unity and trust between Shen Le and Alloy Master.
• The complexity and potential danger of the barrier breach.

Character Interactions

• Shen Le and Alloy Master work together, with Shen Le taking the lead in investigating the Secret Realm.
• The Special Affairs Bureau officers interact with Shen Le and Alloy Master, showing caution and respect but also suspicion about their encounter with the enemy.
• Shen Le interacts with the Scroll, coaxing and comforting it after it was roughly handled by the Special Affairs Bureau officers.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shen Le spends three days repairing the barrier behind the seals.
• The Special Affairs Bureau team begins exploring the Secret Realm, unaware of the dangers inside.
• A treasured sword suppressing a rift in the barrier suddenly flies out, causing chaos and destruction.

Character Developments

• Shen Le demonstrates his mental power and determination in repairing the barrier.
• Alloy Master shows loyalty and concern for Shen Le's safety.

Significant Themes

• The power and danger of cultivators and their artifacts.
• The contrast between the bureau's eagerness to explore and Shen Le's caution.

Character Interactions

• Shen Le and Alloy Master's protective bond is highlighted when they both try to shield each other from the flying sword.
• The bureau team's disregard for the potential dangers inside the Secret Realm contrasts with Shen Le's caution.

Key Plot Points and Events

• An unidentified, high-speed, low-altitude object enters the country from the Golden Triangle, causing panic and immediate response from the military.
• The object, later revealed to be a flying sword, evades all interception attempts, including missiles and a fighter jet's ramming attempt.
• The flying sword disappears into the mountains along the Sichuan-Tibet border, evading radar detection.
• The incident causes international alarm and questioning, with neighboring countries suspecting China's involvement.

Character Developments

• The fighter pilot demonstrates bravery and selflessness in attempting to ram the flying sword to protect his country.
• Shen Le, an action team member of the Special Affairs Bureau, is questioned about the incident but reveals no useful information.

Significant Themes

• The sudden appearance of an ancient, powerful object (flying sword) disrupts the modern world's understanding and capabilities, highlighting the gap between ancient and modern technologies.
• The incident underscores international tension and mistrust, with neighboring countries suspecting China's involvement.

Character Interactions

• The fighter pilot's interaction with the flying sword showcases the object's incredible speed, agility, and defensive capabilities.
• Shen Le's interaction with the Special Affairs Bureau reveals his lack of knowledge about the flying sword's origin, despite being present at the Secret Realm where it emerged.
• Shen Le's interaction with Alloy Master demonstrates his keen interest in the architectural details of the Secret Realm, particularly the timber used in its structures.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shen Le and Alloy Master return from the Secret Realm with two pieces of wood, despite the realm's vast potential.
• Shen Le orders Old You to find a reliable lumber-drying plant.
• The director of the Shanghai Special Affairs Bureau visits Shen Le, asking for his help with a teleportation Talisman.

Character Developments

• Shen Le shows contentment with his simple life, valuing experiences and relationships over wealth.
• Alloy Master understands and accepts Shen Le's priorities, despite his own desire for wealth.
• Old You feels guilty for his failed errand and is determined to do better.
• The director of the Special Affairs Bureau is grateful for Shen Le's help and seeks his expertise again.

Significant Themes

• Contentment vs. Ambition: Shen Le's satisfaction with his simple life contrasts with Alloy Master's and Old You's ambitions.
• Favor Exchange: The director acknowledges the debt owed to Shen Le for opening a Secret Realm, and Shen Le helps the bureau again, maintaining a balance of favors.

Character Interactions

• Shen Le and Alloy Master have a friendly banter about their differing priorities.
• Old You feels guilty and determined to please Shen Le, while Shen Le trusts him with another task.
• The director visits Shen Le, expressing gratitude and seeking his help, maintaining a respectful and cooperative relationship.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shen Le visits a research institute to help study a complex Talisman.
• He agrees to manifest the Talisman for scanning, but refuses to strip naked for further research.
• After compromising, he allows researchers to scan him while wearing swim trunks.
• He shares basic cultivation information and agrees to help with further research.
• The institute offers assistance with Shen Le's ship repairs.

Character Developments

• Shen Le demonstrates his willingness to help with research but sets boundaries to protect his privacy.
• Researchers show eagerness and persistence in their pursuit of knowledge.
• The director of the Special Affairs Bureau shows thoughtfulness and resourcefulness in assisting Shen Le.

Significant Themes

• The tension between scientific research and personal privacy.
• The value of cooperation and mutual assistance in achieving goals.

Character Interactions

• Shen Le interacts with researchers, showing reluctance to strip naked but eventually cooperating with their requests.
• The director of the Special Affairs Bureau interacts with Shen Le, offering assistance and showing appreciation for his help.

Key Plot Points and Events

+ Shen Le discovers that the wooden boat is a magical artifact with spiritual patterns.
+ While repairing the boat, the Artifact Spirits (robe-skirts) exert too much energy and break apart, causing Shen Le to repair them using Silk Fibroin Solution.
+ Shen Le continues repairing the boat with the help of the Artifact Spirits, using growth magic to fuse planks together.

Character Developments

+ Shen Le shows empathy and care for the Artifact Spirits, going out of his way to repair them.
+ The Artifact Spirits demonstrate their eagerness to help and their ability to communicate through actions.

Significant Themes

+ The power of magical artifacts and their spiritual patterns.
+ The importance of empathy and care towards non-human entities.

Character Interactions

+ Shen Le interacts with the Artifact Spirits, showing concern for their well-being and working together to repair the boat.
+ The Artifact Spirits communicate their intentions and needs to Shen Le through actions and gestures.