Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Mimi, the Vacuum Theocracy's Selection Tournament representative, joins Zhou Zhi on his ship.
• The Chengyun Dynasty delegation, including Zhou Zhi, boards a cruise ship for the Selection Tournament.
• Zhou Zhi reunites with Lin Xiaoxia and meets Prince Zhong Zhen, who warns him about overestimating his abilities.

Character Developments

• Mimi is introduced as a formidable Plague Exterminator with a strong chance of ranking in the top ten of the Selection Tournament.
• Zhou Zhi demonstrates his influence and privileges within the Chengyun Dynasty delegation.
• Little Mushroom shows maturity and propriety in her interactions with Lin Xiaoxia and Prince Zhong Zhen.
• Prince Zhong Zhen reveals his respect for Little Mushroom's father and his interest in recruiting her after the tournament.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics and politics within the Plague Extermination World, particularly among the major factions.
• The importance of self-awareness and understanding one's limits, as emphasized by Prince Zhong Zhen.
• The potential consequences of underestimating or overestimating one's abilities, as seen in Zhou Zhi's interaction with Prince Zhong Zhen.

Character Interactions

• Zhou Zhi and Mimi's partnership raises questions and speculation among the media and other characters.
• Zhou Zhi's reunion with Lin Xiaoxia is cordial, with Lin Xiaoxia acting as a gracious host.
• Prince Zhong Zhen's interaction with Zhou Zhi is tense, with Zhong Zhen warning Zhou Zhi about his overconfidence.
• Little Mushroom's interactions with Lin Xiaoxia and Prince Zhong Zhen show her growth and maturity.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhou Zhi encounters Zhong Zhen, a Human Dragon, who challenges him due to Zhou Zhi's claim of slaying a Human Dragon at the Selection Tournament.
• Zhong Zhen, impressed by Zhou Zhi's confidence, makes him the Chengyun Dynasty's representative instead of Changsun Liangye.
• Lin Xiaoxia reveals that the Fallen Cult attacked contestants, with the Fallen Six Poisons targeting Di Qiuyan and Changsun Liangye.

Character Developments

• Zhou Zhi remains calm and confident in the face of Zhong Zhen's challenge, revealing his strategic thinking and ability to handle pressure.
• Zhong Zhen shows respect for Zhou Zhi's confidence and makes him the representative, indicating he sees potential in him.
• Lin Xiaoxia demonstrates her efficiency and knowledge by providing detailed information about the Fallen Six Poisons and their attacks.

Significant Themes

• Power and Respect: Zhong Zhen, as a Human Dragon, commands respect, and Zhou Zhi earns his respect by standing his ground.
• Strategy and Planning: Zhou Zhi's calm demeanor and ability to think ahead are highlighted, showing his strategic prowess.
• The Fallen Cult: The threat of the Fallen Cult and their influence on the Selection Tournament is emphasized.

Character Interactions

• Zhou Zhi and Zhong Zhen have a tense yet respectful interaction, with Zhou Zhi's confidence impressing Zhong Zhen.
• Lin Xiaoxia interacts with Zhou Zhi, providing him with crucial information, and also teases him about his relationship with Mimi.
• Mimi and Little Mushroom discuss the Fallen Six Poisons, with Mimi sharing her knowledge about them.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The cruise ship carrying the Six Nations' representatives arrives at Sovereign City for the Selection Tournament.
• Each nation's representative gives a speech and displays their power on the Lead Splendor Plaza.
• The representatives are: Wan Chaohu (Xuanyuan), Duanmu Qiannian (Ultimate Bliss), Chang Ji (Vacuum Theocracy), Zhuang Qing (Great Abyss), and Zhou Zhi (Chengyun).

Character Developments

• Wan Chaohu shows determination and seriousness, vowing to claim the [First Ranking].
• Duanmu Qiannian exhibits his free-spirited arrogance and madness.
• Chang Ji from the Vacuum Theocracy appears odd and abnormal.
• Zhuang Qing, the [Cult Leader] of Great Abyss, is charming yet dangerous, downplaying the importance of the tournament.
• Zhou Zhi, the Chengyun representative, is revealed to be a former Xuanyuan Plague Exterminator.

Significant Themes

• The struggle for ranking and power among the Six Nations.
• The diverse paths and attitudes towards plague extermination.
• The tension and anticipation before the Selection Tournament.

Character Interactions

• Wan Chaohu and Duanmu Qiannian brush past each other on the stairs, representing their nations.
• Zhuang Qing interacts with both Wan Chaohu and Zhou Zhi, showing familiarity and nonchalance.
• Zhou Zhi's identity as a former Xuanyuan Plague Exterminator is revealed, causing surprise and concern.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhou Zhi, a former Xuanyuan Plague Exterminator, is now Chengyun Dynasty's representative in the Selection Tournament, aiming to defeat the Human Dragon.
• The Selection Tournament's preliminary round begins, with Plague Exterminators tasked to reach Sovereign City on Lakeheart Island within six days.
• Zhou Zhi is invited by the Luo Clan, one of the Medical Department's sacred families, to discuss the secret of becoming a Human Dragon.

Character Developments

• Zhou Zhi remains composed and determined, showing no fear or hesitation despite the challenges ahead.
• The Luo Clan's matriarch, Luo Nian, is introduced as a powerful figure with extensive knowledge of plague extermination, offering Zhou Zhi a chance to learn the secret of becoming a Human Dragon.

Significant Themes

• Ambition and determination: Zhou Zhi's unwavering goal to defeat the Human Dragon and become the best Plague Exterminator.
• Power and influence: The Medical Department's sacred families, like the Luo Clan, hold significant power and knowledge, offering opportunities and challenges to those who seek their aid.

Character Interactions

• Zhou Zhi interacts with the metal medicine man from the Luo Clan, who serves as a guide and messenger.
• Zhou Zhi meets the matriarch of the Luo Clan, Luo Nian, who offers him a chance to learn the secret of becoming a Human Dragon, setting up a potential alliance or conflict.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Medical Department's history and influence are explored, with the Luo Clan being a significant faction.
• Zhou Zhi enters Sovereign City, drawing attention and initiating the second step of his plan.
• At the Hongmen Banquet, Zhou Zhi provokes Shui Henyi and the Matriarch, Luo Nian, leading to a tense standoff.
• The Matriarch offers Zhou Zhi a deal: she will help him become a Human Dragon within ten years if he hands over the power he received from the association's president.
• Meanwhile, Lan Xin, Lan Cheng's daughter, invades Sovereign City, while Di Qiuyan, Ye Xiaoye, and Zhong San prepare to execute Plan Four, aiming to besiege a Human Dragon.

Character Developments

• Zhou Zhi demonstrates his bold and ambitious nature, openly declaring his intention to slay a dragon.
• Shui Henyi shows fear and desperation, seeking the Matriarch's help due to Zhou Zhi's threat.
• The Matriarch, Luo Nian, reveals her power and influence, offering Zhou Zhi a deal and mediating between him and Shui Henyi.
• Lan Xin, a powerful Plague Exterminator, is introduced as Lan Cheng's daughter.
• Di Qiuyan, Ye Xiaoye, and Zhong San work together, with Di Qiuyan displaying strategic thinking and calmness under pressure.

Significant Themes

• Ambition and its consequences: Zhou Zhi's ambition leads him to openly challenge Shui Henyi and the Matriarch, with potentially severe repercussions.
• Power dynamics: The Medical Department's power and influence are explored, with the Luo Clan and the Matriarch holding significant sway.
• Alliances and betrayals: Characters form alliances for their own purposes, with potential betrayals looming, as seen in Zhou Zhi's deal with the Matriarch and Di Qiuyan's group planning to besiege a Human Dragon.

Character Interactions

• Zhou Zhi interacts with Shui Henyi and the Matriarch, provoking them and initiating a tense standoff.
• Di Qiuyan, Ye Xiaoye, and Zhong San work together, planning their next move and executing Plan Four.
• Lan Xin invades Sovereign City, drawing the attention of Abstinence and Lan Cheng's forces.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Duanmu Qiannian, a Plague Exterminator, arrives in Sovereign City, accompanied by a large team. He suspects something amiss with the arrival of Plague Exterminator Unknown from Shenwu Pharmaceuticals.
• Zhou Zhi attends a banquet hosted by Matriarch Luo Nian. He encounters Liu Xiangyi and Ye Xiang, who provoke him. Zhou Zhi receives a call from Shui Henyi, who threatens to kill Di Qiuyan if Zhou Zhi doesn't meet him at the Salt White mudflats.

Character Developments

• Duanmu Qiannian: He is observant and suspicious of the situation surrounding Plague Exterminator Unknown. He seems to enjoy intrigue and finds the current situation "interesting."
• Zhou Zhi: Zhou Zhi remains calm and composed under provocation, showing maturity and self-control. He is protective of Di Qiuyan, as evident in his immediate response to Shui Henyi's threat.
• Liu Xiangyi: Liu Xiangyi is arrogant and disrespectful, using his family's influence to provoke Zhou Zhi. He is also protective of Ye Xiang.
• Ye Xiang: Ye Xiang is immature and impulsive, speaking recklessly at the banquet. She is also jealous of Di Qiuyan's relationship with Zhou Zhi.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and family influence: Liu Xiangyi and Ye Xiang rely on their families' power and status, while Zhou Zhi remains calm and collected, relying on his own abilities.
• Intrigue and deception: Duanmu Qiannian suspects something is off with the arrival of Plague Exterminator Unknown, and Shui Henyi's threat to Di Qiuyan adds to the intrigue.

Character Interactions

• Duanmu Qiannian seems to be working with the Luo Clan, assisting them in receiving Shenwu Pharmaceuticals' vessel. He is curious about the current situation but has a mission to carry out.
• Zhou Zhi interacts with Liu Xiangyi and Ye Xiang at the banquet, remaining calm under provocation. He is protective of Di Qiuyan, as shown in his response to Shui Henyi's threat.
• Liu Xiangyi and Ye Xiang interact with Zhou Zhi, with Liu Xiangyi provoking him and Ye Xiang speaking recklessly. Liu Xiangyi is protective of Ye Xiang, comforting her after Zhou Zhi's response.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhou Zhi leaves the Mistress's banquet early, causing concern among the attendees.
• Liu Xiangyi and Ye Xiang discuss their plans to eliminate Zhou Zhi and Ye Xiang's cousin.
• Shui Henyi confronts Di Qiuyan and Zhou Zhi at the Salt-White Tidal Flat, intending to kill them with the approval of Matriarch Luo Nian.
• Zhou Zhi arrives at the Salt-White Tidal Flat, and Shui Henyi attacks him using his powerful Plague Extermination Art.
• A bald man, who is revealed to be a monk, appears to protect Zhou Zhi and uses his own body to block Shui Henyi's attack.

Character Developments

• Liu Xiangyi and Ye Xiang display their ambition and ruthlessness, planning to eliminate potential threats to their power.
• Shui Henyi shows his fear of Zhou Zhi while also displaying his arrogance and cruelty.
• Zhou Zhi remains calm and composed in the face of Shui Henyi's threats, showing no fear.
• Di Qiuyan is revealed to be in a weakened state and is concerned for Zhou Zhi's safety.
• The bald monk shows selflessness and dedication to protecting Zhou Zhi.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and the struggle for dominance among the Plague Exterminators.
• The consequences of underestimating one's opponents.
• The importance of loyalty and selflessness, as demonstrated by the monk's actions.

Character Interactions

• Liu Xiangyi and Ye Xiang discuss their plans to eliminate Zhou Zhi and Ye Xiang's cousin, showing their alliance and shared ambition.
• Shui Henyi confronts Di Qiuyan and Zhou Zhi, displaying his arrogance and cruelty.
• Zhou Zhi and the monk interact briefly, with the monk showing his dedication to protecting Zhou Zhi.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shui Henyi, a powerful Plague Exterminator, confronts Zhou Zhi and Changsun Liangye.
• Shui Henyi reveals his true power, using his [Water-Color Barrier] and [Osmotic Imbalance] techniques.
• Shui Henyi attacks with his [Receding Water Graveyard] Domain, causing dehydration and water poisoning.
• Di Qiuyan ambushes Shui Henyi, using the [Blood Prison Codex] to weaken his Domain.

Character Developments

• Zhou Zhi demonstrates his calm and strategic thinking under pressure.
• Changsun Liangye shows exceptional endurance and combat skills, taking two of Shui Henyi's attacks head-on.
• Di Qiuyan gains confidence and initiative, successfully ambushing Shui Henyi.
• Shui Henyi reveals his arrogance and underestimation of his opponents.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics between Plague Exterminators and the threat they pose to each other.
• The importance of strategy and adaptability in combat.
• The consequences of underestimating one's opponents.

Character Interactions

• Zhou Zhi and Changsun Liangye work together to face Shui Henyi, with Changsun Liangye taking the brunt of the attacks.
• Di Qiuyan surprises Shui Henyi with her ambush, turning the tide of the battle.
• Shui Henyi's arrogance leads him to underestimate his opponents, leading to his eventual weakening.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhou Zhi devises a plan to make Shui Henyi kill him, using his own killing move, [Abnormal Blood Coagulation], against him.
• Shui Henyi attempts to use his [Receding Water Graveyard] art, but it's ineffective due to its destruction earlier.
• Zhong Feichi, a Chief Surgeon Grade Plague Exterminator with a fire attribute that counters Shui Henyi's water attribute, arrives to confront Shui Henyi.
• Ye Jinhuang, another Chief Surgeon Grade Plague Exterminator, joins the fight, using a [Liquid Nitrogen Bullet] to freeze Shui Henyi's water-formed body.
• Shui Henyi realizes he's been ambushed and decides to fight back despite the overwhelming odds.

Character Developments

• Zhou Zhi shows strategic thinking and cunning by setting up a trap for Shui Henyi.
• Shui Henyi demonstrates his pride and unwillingness to flee, even when outmatched.
• Zhong Feichi and Ye Jinhuang display their combat skills and determination to face a Human Dragon.

Significant Themes

• The theme of strategy and preparation is evident in Zhou Zhi's plan to lure and defeat Shui Henyi.
• The theme of facing overwhelming odds is shown through Shui Henyi's decision to fight despite being outnumbered and outmatched.
• The theme of countering one's attributes is demonstrated through Zhong Feichi's fire attribute, which is effective against Shui Henyi's water attribute.

Character Interactions

• Zhou Zhi and Shui Henyi have a tense, antagonistic relationship, with Zhou Zhi seeking Shui Henyi's death and Shui Henyi feeling humiliated by Zhou Zhi's actions.
• Zhong Feichi and Ye Jinhuang work together to confront Shui Henyi, showing camaraderie and teamwork.
• Duanmu Qiannian and Lin Xiaoxia interact briefly, with Lin Xiaoxia revealing that she is another of Duanmu's husband's confidantes.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shui Henyi, a Human Dragon, attacks the Withdrawal Corps' vessel, but the Plague Exterminators aboard are well-trained and counterattack, revealing themselves as members of the Withdrawal Corps.
• Zhou Zhi, the mastermind behind the Withdrawal Corps, plans to use them to wear down Shui Henyi with the help of Fallen Cult resources.
• Shui Henyi senses something amiss and realizes he's been tricked, but decides to press on and kill Zhou Zhi to gain Lady Mother's pardon.
• A battle ensues between Shui Henyi and the Withdrawal Corps, with Shui Henyi growing increasingly restless and affected by Fallen Poison.
• Ji Yingzhao, representing the Ji Clan, activates a High-Frequency Ray Generator to attack Shui Henyi, causing him extreme pain and disorientation.
• Zhong Feichi appears, criticizing Shui Henyi's actions and preparing to engage in battle.

Character Developments

• Shui Henyi: Despite his initial confidence, Shui Henyi becomes increasingly overwhelmed and affected by the Fallen Poison, losing control of his actions.
• Zhou Zhi: Zhou Zhi demonstrates his strategic prowess by using the Withdrawal Corps to wear down Shui Henyi and gain an advantage for the Ji Clan.
• Ji Yingzhao: Ji Yingzhao shows her willingness to take risks and gamble on the Ji Clan's future, ordering the attack on Shui Henyi.
• Zhong Feichi: Zhong Feichi maintains his calm and composed demeanor, criticizing Shui Henyi's actions and preparing to intervene.

Significant Themes

• Ambition and power struggles: Characters like Zhou Zhi, Ji Yingzhao, and Shui Henyi all seek power and influence, leading to conflict and betrayal.
• The consequences of one's actions: Shui Henyi's reckless behavior and underestimation of his opponents lead to his downfall.
• The human cost of conflict: The battle between Shui Henyi and the Withdrawal Corps results in heavy casualties, highlighting the human cost of the power struggles.

Character Interactions

• Shui Henyi vs. Withdrawal Corps: Shui Henyi underestimates the Withdrawal Corps and pays the price as they counterattack and wear him down.
• Zhou Zhi vs. Shui Henyi: Zhou Zhi's strategic planning and manipulation lead to Shui Henyi's disorientation and eventual defeat.
• Ji Yingzhao vs. Shui Henyi: Ji Yingzhao orders the attack on Shui Henyi, demonstrating her willingness to take risks for the Ji Clan's gain.
• Zhong Feichi vs. Shui Henyi: Zhong Feichi criticizes Shui Henyi's actions and prepares to engage in battle, showing his disapproval of Shui Henyi's behavior.

Summary of Chapter VI: Warming Wine, Slaying the Dragon

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhou Zhi prepares for the final battle against Shui Henyi in a metal factory on an unnamed island.
• Little Mushroom faces Shui Henyi first, buying time for Zhou Zhi.
• Zhou Zhi reveals his parasitic weapon army, consisting of eight hundred and two enhanced outlaws.
• Shui Henyi is severely injured and overwhelmed by Zhou Zhi's forces.
• Zhou Zhi returns to Sovereign City, appearing severely injured at a Luo Clan banquet.

Character Developments

• Little Mushroom demonstrates bravery and determination in facing Shui Henyi.
• Zhou Zhi shows his strategic prowess and ruthlessness in preparing for the battle and using his parasitic weapon army.
• Shui Henyi's arrogance and overconfidence lead to his downfall.
• Ye Xiaoye and Di Qiuyan show faith in Zhou Zhi's abilities.
• Zhou Zhi's injuries and appearance at the banquet hint at his victory over Shui Henyi but also raise questions about his methods.

Significant Themes

• The power of strategic planning and preparation.
• The consequences of overconfidence and underestimating opponents.
• The ruthlessness and determination required for victory.
• The importance of trust and faith in one's allies.

Character Interactions

• Zhou Zhi and Little Mushroom: Zhou Zhi teaches Little Mushroom how to challenge Shui Henyi, showing his mentorship and trust in her abilities.
• Zhou Zhi and Shui Henyi: Their final confrontation highlights Zhou Zhi's strategic genius and Shui Henyi's overconfidence.
• Ye Xiaoye and Di Qiuyan: They discuss their trust in Zhou Zhi, showing their faith in his abilities and their bond as allies.
• Zhou Zhi and the Luo Clan: Zhou Zhi's appearance at the banquet hints at his victory but also raises questions about his methods and the potential backlash from the Medical Department.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhou Zhi, severely injured, attends a banquet hosted by the Luo Clan's Matriarch.
• News arrives of the Fallen Cult's attack on Sovereign City and the disappearance of several Human Dragons.
• The Matriarch reveals that the banquet's purpose was to reconcile Zhou Zhi and Shui Henyi, the latter of whom has disappeared.
• Zhou Zhi leaves the banquet after a brief exchange with the Matriarch.

Character Developments

• Zhou Zhi: Despite his severe injuries, he maintains his composure and dignity. He shows no fear or respect towards the Matriarch, indicating his growing power and confidence.
• Liu Xiangyi: He attempts to assert his status but is easily overpowered by Zhou Zhi, highlighting his lack of strength and poor judgment.
• Luo Nian (Matriarch): She acknowledges Zhou Zhi's power and sees him as a potential ally, arranging for him to meet with Hua Lian to discuss the Holy Son of the Zhou Clan.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics: The chapter emphasizes the shifting power balance in the Medical Department, with Zhou Zhi's growing strength challenging the established order.
• Respect and forgiveness: Zhou Zhi's attitude towards Shui Henyi and Liu Xiangyi raises questions about the nature of respect and forgiveness in their society.
• The Holy Son: The mention of the Holy Son of the Zhou Clan hints at a larger conflict or goal that Zhou Zhi is working towards.

Character Interactions

• Zhou Zhi and the Matriarch: Their exchange is tense yet respectful, with the Matriarch acknowledging Zhou Zhi's power and Zhou Zhi showing deference to her position.
• Zhou Zhi and Liu Xiangyi: Zhou Zhi's casual dismissal of Liu Xiangyi highlights the power imbalance between them and Liu Xiangyi's lack of understanding of Zhou Zhi's true strength.
• Zhou Zhi and Shui Henyi: Though not present, Shui Henyi's disappearance looms large over the chapter, influencing the actions and decisions of other characters.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Selection Tournament's first round begins, with Plague Exterminators scrambling for one-person boats.
• Wen Liuchun, a dental Plague Exterminator, secures a boat and feels changes in her body after killing a cultist.
• The Medical Department releases a Dragon-class Pestilence, [Deep-Sea Terror], with its diseased zone and subordinate complications, causing fear and chaos among the participants.
• Lan Cheng, the director of One Heart, observes the tournament and reveals that he struck Lan Xin into the seabed, incapacitating her.
• Zhou Zhi's group hunts down Shui Henyi, a Human Dragon, and discovers a factory filled with human corpses and Shui Henyi's headless body. They find the words "Kindly Father" written in water stains on Shui Henyi's corpse.

Character Developments

• Wen Liuchun experiences physical changes after killing a cultist, suggesting she's adapting to combat.
• Lan Cheng reveals his role in incapacitating Lan Xin, hinting at his ruthlessness as a father and director.
• Zhou Zhi's group, particularly Di Qiuyan, Little Mushroom, and Beigong Dongzhi, show gratitude for the help they received in hunting Shui Henyi.

Significant Themes

• Fear and courage in the face of overwhelming odds (the Plague Exterminators' reaction to the Dragon-class Pestilence).
• The ruthless pursuit of power and the consequences of one's actions (Lan Cheng's treatment of Lan Xin and Zhou Zhi's secret weapon).
• The true nature of humanity and monstrosity (Shui Henyi's twisted face and the words "Kindly Father" on his corpse).

Character Interactions

• Wen Liuchun's internal monologue reveals her determination and newfound confidence in her abilities.
• Lan Cheng and Lan Zhao's interaction shows Lan Zhao's obedience and Lan Cheng's complicated feelings about his daughter, Lan Xin.
• Zhou Zhi's group works together to hunt Shui Henyi, with Di Qiuyan expressing gratitude for their help. Ye Xiaoye and Zhong San discover the chilling message on Shui Henyi's corpse.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhou Zhi leaves the Luo Clan, reflecting on his battle with the Human Dragon Shui Henyi.
• He learns that Duanmu Qiannian has been captured and decides to interrogate him.
• Duanmu Qiannian reveals that he is the first and original Duanmu Qiannian, capable of Rebirth, creating copies of himself.
• Zhou Zhi learns that the strongest Duanmu Qiannian is the original, and there's a rumor that he is a descendant of the Zhou Clan, potentially making him the Holy Son.

Character Developments

• Zhou Zhi: Struggles with the aftermath of his battle with Shui Henyi, suffering from water-related pathogenization effects. He becomes more determined to continue his plans.
• Duanmu Qiannian: Reveals his true nature as the original Duanmu Qiannian, capable of Rebirth. He shows fear and willingness to cooperate with Zhou Zhi.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and manipulation: Zhou Zhi is used as a chess piece by various factions, while Duanmu Qiannian is manipulated by the Luo Clan for his Rebirth ability.
• Identity and lineage: The rumor about Zhou Zhi's lineage and his potential as the Holy Son of the Zhou Clan is introduced, adding another layer to his identity.

Character Interactions

• Zhou Zhi and Duanmu Qiannian: They engage in a tense interrogation, with Duanmu Qiannian revealing crucial information about his origins and abilities.
• Zhou Zhi and Lin Xiaoxia: They work together to capture and interrogate Duanmu Qiannian, sharing information and insights throughout the process.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Duanmu Qiannian reveals that Zhou Zhi might be a descendant of the Zhou Clan, the Medical Department's sacred family.
• Duanmu Qiannian is killed by an unknown assailant using sound waves and radiation damage.
• Zhou Zhi orders the purge of the Water Form Society and Shui Family factions in the Great Capital.
• Wen Xiu, with the support of the New Party and Lead Surgeons, swiftly devours the Shui Family.

Character Developments

• Zhou Zhi remains calm and composed, showing no reaction to the revelation about his lineage. He exhibits strategic thinking and decisive action.
• Duanmu Qiannian's quick death reveals the existence of a higher-order ability and radiation damage as a threat.
• Wen Xiu demonstrates her capability and ruthlessness in executing Zhou Zhi's orders, supported by the New Party and powerful allies.

Significant Themes

• Power and Lineage: The revelation of Zhou Zhi's potential lineage highlights the influence of powerful backgrounds in this world.
• Loyalty and Betrayal: Duanmu Qiannian's quick death suggests the fear of betrayal and the consequences of revealing too many secrets.
• Strategic Planning: Zhou Zhi's orders and Wen Xiu's actions showcase the importance of strategic planning and decisive action in political and military contexts.

Character Interactions

• Zhou Zhi and Duanmu Qiannian: Duanmu's revelation about Zhou Zhi's lineage leads to his death, highlighting the danger of sharing secrets.
• Zhou Zhi and Lin Xiaoxia: Lin Xiaoxia's admiration for Zhou Zhi grows as he maintains control over the situation.
• Wen Xiu and the Shui Family: Wen Xiu's forces swiftly and brutally purge the Shui Family, demonstrating the power dynamics between the factions.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhou Zhi and Lin Xiaoxia return to Sovereign City after successfully completing the first step of their plan.
• They observe the Selection participants cultivating the Plague Extermination Art at the Spirit King Palace.
• Ye Xiaoye is harassed by Ye Xiang, Liu Xiangyi, and Shui Guhong due to her past actions.

Character Developments

• Zhou Zhi remains calm and collected, showing no signs of his past encounter with Shui Henyi.
• Lin Xiaoxia is curious about Zhou Zhi's secrets and plans to probe him further.
• Ye Xiaoye remains unfazed by the mockery, displaying resilience and a lack of concern for her past reputation.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics and politics surrounding the Medical Department and the Selection Tournament.
• The contrast between geniuses and idiots, as seen through the interactions between Ye Xiaoye and her harassers.

Character Interactions

• Zhou Zhi and Lin Xiaoxia work together, with Lin Xiaoxia observing Zhou Zhi's secrets.
• Ye Xiaoye stands up to her harassers, showing no remorse for her past actions.
• Ye Xiang, Liu Xiangyi, and Shui Guhong mock Ye Xiaoye, revealing their prejudiced views and lack of understanding.

Summary of "Jealousy's Fire (II)"

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ye Xiaoye encounters her family members, including Ye Xiang and Liu Xiangyi, who try to humiliate and provoke her.
• Ye Xiaoye reveals her new identity as Ye Xiaoye, a high-ranking member of the Crane Army, and warns her family not to bother her again.
• Zhong San's injuries are revealed, and it's implied that the Three Heroes of Chengyun were involved in his injury.
• Wen Liuchun, having experienced betrayal and battles, meets an honest Plague Exterminator named Kuang Wuduan. They work together to purge a disease nest.
• The preliminaries are in full swing, with contestants facing various diseases and challenges.

Character Developments

• Ye Xiaoye: She stands up for herself against her family, revealing her new identity and strength. She remains calm and collected, showing no fear despite the provocation.
• Ye Xiang and Liu Xiangyi: They try to humiliate Ye Xiaoye but fail, revealing their cowardice and weakness.
• Wen Liuchun: She experiences the harsh reality of the Selection Tournament, facing betrayal and battles. She begins to understand the true nature of the Plague Exterminator world.
• Kuang Wuduan: He shares his beliefs about power and justice with Wen Liuchun, revealing his determination and idealism.

Significant Themes

• Identity and Belonging: Ye Xiaoye struggles with her new identity and distances herself from her family, while Wen Liuchun grapples with her place in the Plague Exterminator world.
• Power and Strength: The importance of power and strength is emphasized, with characters like Ye Xiaoye and Kuang Wuduan showcasing their abilities and beliefs in power.
• Provocation and Confrontation: Several characters, such as Ye Xiang and Liu Xiangyi, try to provoke Ye Xiaoye, leading to confrontations and revelations.

Character Interactions

• Ye Xiaoye vs. Ye Xiang and Liu Xiangyi: Ye Xiaoye stands up to her family members and their ally, revealing her new identity and strength.
• Wen Liuchun and Kuang Wuduan: They work together to purge a disease nest, with Kuang Wuduan sharing his beliefs about power and justice with Wen Liuchun.
• Zhou Zhi vs. Zhong San: They engage in a practice plague battle, with Ye Xiaoye and Lin Xiaoxia watching from the sidelines.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhou Zhi spends his time fighting Zhong San, another strong Plague Exterminator, with neither able to claim victory.
• Wen Liuchun successfully completes the preliminary selection, making it to the ranking matches, and receives recognition and offers from major factions in Xuanyuan.
• Bai Yao, a captain of the Withdrawal Corps, eliminates the Dragon of Illness, [Hidden Abyss], and announces that its Pathogenized Object will be the prize for the Selection Tournament's champion.
• The ranking matches begin, with the first match announced as Duanmu Qiannian vs. Changsun Liangye.

Character Developments

• Zhou Zhi: Continues to display his strength and determination, further cementing his status as a formidable Plague Exterminator.
• Wen Liuchun: Proves herself by passing the preliminary selection, gaining recognition, and opening up new opportunities for her career.
• Bai Yao: Demonstrates his power and influence as a captain of the Withdrawal Corps, showcasing his skills and importance in the Medical Department.
• Duanmu Qiannian and Changsun Liangye: Both characters are introduced as skilled Plague Exterminators, setting the stage for their upcoming match.

Significant Themes

• Strength and power: The importance of physical strength and skill in Plague Extermination is emphasized through characters like Zhou Zhi and Bai Yao.
• Recognition and opportunity: Characters like Wen Liuchun gain recognition and new opportunities as a result of their achievements in the Selection Tournament.
• Competition and rivalry: The ranking matches highlight the competitive nature of the Plague Exterminator world, with characters vying for position and recognition.

Character Interactions

• Zhou Zhi and Zhong San: The two engage in a series of fights, displaying their strength and skill, but neither can claim victory.
• Wen Liuchun and her family: Wen Liuchun's parents receive news of her success and are surprised and proud of their daughter's achievements.
• Bai Yao and the Medical Department: Bai Yao's actions and words demonstrate his importance and influence within the Medical Department, as well as his disdain for certain aspects of the Selection Tournament.
• Duanmu Qiannian and Changsun Liangye: The two characters are set to face off in the first ranking match, hinting at a competitive and potentially intense interaction.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Selection Tournament's group round-robin matches begin, with top favorites Duanmu Qiannian and Changsun Liangye in the same group.
• Zhou Zhi is approached by Zhou Guangzong, a Medical Department official, who offers him the position of Zhou Clan's Holy Son through Rebirth.
• Zhou Zhi asks about "Father," causing Zhou Guangzong to reveal that Father is an origin theory of Pestilence, a god who brought corruption to the world.

Character Developments

• Zhou Zhi remains calm and rational, showing no fear or surprise when faced with the offer of becoming the Zhou Clan's Holy Son or the revelation about Father.
• Zhou Guangzong is terrified by Zhou Zhi's knowledge of Father, hinting at a dark secret within the Medical Department.

Significant Themes

• The origin and nature of Pestilence, with Father being revealed as a god who brought corruption to the world.
• The power dynamics and secrets of the Medical Department, as represented by Zhou Guangzong's fear and reluctance to discuss Father.

Character Interactions

• Zhou Zhi and Zhou Guangzong engage in a tense conversation, with Zhou Zhi asking about Father and Zhou Guangzong revealing its nature.
• The conversation hints at a deeper conflict or secret within the Medical Department, with Zhou Guangzong's fear suggesting that Father is a taboo topic.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

+ Zhou Zhi fights Liu Fangyun, a Dark Plague Exterminator, and wins easily, demonstrating his overwhelming power.
+ Shen Youlin, a seeded contestant from Xuanyuan, surrenders to Zhou Zhi without fighting, hinting at a potential backroom deal.
+ Lin Xiaoxia loses to Zhuang Qing, but she deliberately holds back to avoid facing the Human Dragon directly.
+ Duanmu Qiannian defeats Ye Xiaoye, provoking Zhong San, and secures his spot in the elimination rounds.
+ Zhou Zhi meets with Di Qiuyan and Zhong Panxi, revealing that he knows about Zhong Panxi's deal with Bai Yao and challenging her to a final battle at the Selection Tournament.

Character Developments

+ Zhou Zhi continues to grow stronger and more confident, showing no fear against powerful opponents like Liu Fangyun and Zhong Panxi.
+ Shen Youlin demonstrates her loyalty to the Heavenly Being Dean by surrendering to Zhou Zhi and conveying his message.
+ Lin Xiaoxia reveals her fear of facing the Human Dragon directly, hinting at a secret she holds.
+ Duanmu Qiannian shows his ruthless side by attacking Ye Xiaoye even after she has lost consciousness, provoking Zhong San.
+ Di Qiuyan's personality changes, becoming more tenacious and trusting of Zhou Zhi, while Zhong Panxi becomes more terrified of Zhou Zhi's power.

Significant Themes

+ The power dynamics between Plague Exterminators and the Medical Department, with Zhou Zhi challenging the authority of Zhong Panxi.
+ The ruthlessness and desperation of Plague Exterminators, shown by Duanmu Qiannian's attack on Ye Xiaoye and Zhong San's reaction.
+ The secrets and deals made behind the scenes, hinted at by Shen Youlin's surrender and Lin Xiaoxia's loss.

Character Interactions

+ Zhou Zhi fights Liu Fangyun, demonstrating his power and mercy.
+ Shen Youlin surrenders to Zhou Zhi, conveying the Heavenly Being Dean's message and hinting at a potential deal.
+ Zhou Zhi meets with Di Qiuyan and Zhong Panxi, challenging Zhong Panxi to a final battle and revealing his knowledge of her deal with Bai Yao.
+ Duanmu Qiannian provokes Zhong San by attacking Ye Xiaoye, showing his ruthlessness and setting up a potential confrontation in the elimination rounds.
+ Little Mushroom and Zhou Zhi discuss the Selection Tournament and the other Plague Exterminators, showing their bond and shared experiences.