Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Selection Tournament ends abruptly, and rumors spread about what happened on the island.
• Di Qiuyan is declared a [Grand Traitor] by the Medical Department and becomes the first dragon among men of this generation.
• The Chengyun Dynasty grants Di Qiuyan a kingship, and she becomes the [Jade Bow King].
• Zhou Zhi is revived in a mysterious underwater location, and he decides to start over as a pure [True Cell Plague Exterminator].

Character Developments

• Di Qiuyan: Advances to a dragon among men and becomes the [Jade Bow King] of the Chengyun Dynasty.
• Zhou Zhi: Dies and is revived, deciding to restart his journey as a pure [True Cell Plague Exterminator].

Significant Themes

• The power of dragons among men and their impact on the Six Nations.
• The consequences of Zhou Zhi's mysterious messages and the price he might pay for them.
• The importance of a proper Plague Exterminator education and the path of titles.

Character Interactions

• Di Qiuyan and the Medical Department: Di Qiuyan is declared a [Grand Traitor] by the Medical Department, leading to a rift between her and Xuanyuan.
• Zhou Zhi and Twenty-Three: Zhou Zhi receives guidance from Twenty-Three in his dream, leading him to decide to start over as a pure [True Cell Plague Exterminator].
• Ji Yingzhao and Mimi: They work together to revive Zhou Zhi, with Ji Yingzhao expressing excitement at his return.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhou Zhi, after his death, is reborn through a special rebirth plan orchestrated by Ji Yingzhao and Shenwu Pharmaceuticals.
• Zhou Zhi's body is now that of a newborn, with pure white spiritual power, and he's one step away from entering the Formal level.
• Zhou Zhi retains his memories from his past life, including the Plague Extermination Art he obtained before, which can preserve his past Plague Extermination Arts.
• The world has changed due to Twenty-Three's actions: the Medical Department has sealed the Formula World, and the Six Nations' combat power has increased. Di Qiuyan has advanced to [Dragon Among Men].
• Zhou Zhi plans to start rehabilitation training and asks Mimi for the Plague Extermination Art from her [Spirit Time Chamber].

Character Developments

• Zhou Zhi: He has been reborn with a new, stronger body and retains his memories but has lost his unique Plague Extermination Arts and his cheat. He's determined to avenge Twenty-Three and inform Di Qiuyan about his survival.
• Ji Yingzhao: She has been helping Zhou Zhi with his rebirth plan and provides him with updates about the world's changes.
• Mimi: She is willing to help Zhou Zhi with his request but is also interested in studying the dreams he experienced during his resurrection.

Significant Themes

• Rebirth and change: Zhou Zhi's rebirth represents a new beginning, but it also brings challenges and losses, such as the absence of his unique Plague Extermination Arts and his cheat.
• The impact of Twenty-Three's actions: Her sacrifice has led to significant changes in the world, including the Medical Department's lockdown and the Six Nations' increased combat power.
• The struggle against pestilences: As Plague Exterminators grow stronger, so do pestilences, posing an ever-increasing threat to humanity.

Character Interactions

• Zhou Zhi and Ji Yingzhao: They work together to facilitate Zhou Zhi's rebirth, and Ji Yingzhao provides him with crucial information about the world's changes.
• Zhou Zhi and Mimi: They have a professional relationship, with Zhou Zhi asking Mimi for help and Mimi considering his request while also showing interest in studying his dreams.
• Zhou Zhi and Twenty-Three: Though Twenty-Three is dead, her influence persists through Zhou Zhi's rebirth and his determination to avenge her. Zhou Zhi also experiences a mysterious voice that seems to be connected to Twenty-Three.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhou Zhi agrees to let Mimi analyze his dream memories in exchange for using the Spirit Time Chamber.
• Zhou Zhi discovers he has inherited the deceased President's Plague Extermination Arts focused on genetics, including powerful techniques like Evolution, Degeneration, and Genetic Blessing.
• Ji Yingzhao informs Zhou Zhi that the President left behind two items: the amber pendant Zhou Zhi wears and the exclusive Plague-Slaying Blade, Genetic Fission, which was given to the mysterious 'NO.5' during the Selection Tournament.

Character Developments

• Zhou Zhi: Realizes he has inherited the President's legacy and gains new Plague Extermination Arts. He also names the voice in his head 'Twenty-Three' after the number of human chromosome pairs.
• Mimi: Agrees to help Zhou Zhi but remains cautious about his psychological state post-rebirth.
• Ji Yingzhao: Shows concern for Zhou Zhi's well-being and conveys important information about the President's belongings.

Significant Themes

• Rebirth and its consequences: Zhou Zhi struggles with the aftermath of his rebirth, including psychological issues and the inheritance of the President's legacy.
• Power and responsibility: Zhou Zhi gains new, powerful Plague Extermination Arts but must also deal with the potential dangers they pose, as seen with the Medical Department's radiation contamination.
• Trust and relationships: Characters like Mimi and Ji Yingzhao remain cautious around Zhou Zhi due to his rebirth, highlighting the importance of trust in their relationships.

Character Interactions

• Zhou Zhi and Mimi: They agree to a deal where Mimi will analyze Zhou Zhi's dream memories in exchange for using the Spirit Time Chamber.
• Zhou Zhi and Ji Yingzhao: Ji Yingzhao conveys important information about the President's belongings to Zhou Zhi and expresses concern for his well-being.
• Zhou Zhi and Twenty-Three (the voice in his head): Zhou Zhi names the voice 'Twenty-Three' and begins to understand its capabilities and limitations.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The chapter is set during the Myriad Radiance Festival in the Vacuum Theocracy's capital, Philitzer Imperial Court.
• Chang Ji, the Vacuum chief of the Selection Tournament, attempts to recruit followers for his sect but fails.
• Zhou Zhi and Ji Yingzhao, in a Shenwu Pharmaceuticals convoy, arrive in the city, drawing Chang Ji's attention.
• The Vacuum Theocracy's royal family and Shenwu Pharmaceuticals' Ji Clan are scheduled to have a dinner meeting.
• A group of merchants, including Chen Hengliang, arrive in the city, planning to start over and restore their family's glory.

Character Developments

• Chang Ji: He is determined to advance to the Human Dragon realm and become a leader like the Aberrant Sects, using faith as a placebo.
• Zhou Zhi: He is composed and strategic, planning to use the meeting with the Vacuum Theocracy's royal family to raise the banner of New Life.
• Ji Yingzhao: She is aware of the Vacuum Theocracy's royal family's intentions and the collusion between them and the families controlling Shenwu Pharmaceuticals' Vacuum branch.
• Chen Hengliang: He is determined to restore his family's glory in the Vacuum Theocracy.

Significant Themes

• Power Struggles: The competition for resources, powerful individuals, and influence is a prominent theme, with various nations and families vying for control.
• Faith and Belief: Chang Ji's attempt to use faith as a placebo to advance his realm and the Vacuum Theocracy's open spirituality reflect the importance of belief systems.
• New Beginnings: Both Zhou Zhi and Ji Yingzhao are starting anew in the Vacuum Theocracy, and Chen Hengliang and his group are also beginning a new chapter in their lives.

Character Interactions

• Chang Ji and Xuan Yu: They interact as friends and comrades, with Xuan Yu supporting Chang Ji's ambitions and Chang Ji acknowledging Xuan Yu's concerns.
• Zhou Zhi and Ji Yingzhao: They work together, with Ji Yingzhao providing information and Zhou Zhi formulating plans, showing a level of trust and understanding between them.
• Chen Hengliang and his group: They interact as a team, supporting each other in their plans to restore their family's glory.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The chapter introduces Vacuum Theocracy, the second-smallest nation among the Six Nations, known for its Aberrant Sects and the ruling [Religious Inquisition].
• Ji Yingzhao and Zhou Zhi (disguised) arrive in Vacuum's royal city, Felitzer City, for a banquet hosted by the second prince, Sodi.
• Sodi plans to woo Ji Yingzhao to secure a deal with Shenwu Pharmaceuticals and potentially marry her to strengthen his claim to the throne.
• Chen Chaoxun, an Official-level Plague Exterminator and cousin of the late Chen Chaosheng, is present at the banquet, harboring resentment towards Zhou Zhi for his family's downfall.

Character Developments

• Zhou Zhi, now disguised, shows no resemblance to his former self but retains his sharp eyes. He acknowledges the Vacuum Theocracy's power but remains unimpressed.
• Ji Yingzhao is depicted as confident and composed, drawing everyone's attention. She is aware of Sodi's intentions but keeps her plans hidden.
• Sodi is portrayed as ambitious and willing to use his royal status to win Ji Yingzhao's favor.
• Chen Chaoxun is consumed by hatred towards Zhou Zhi and seeks to ingratiate himself with Ji Yingzhao for potential gain.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and political maneuvering among the Six Nations and their rulers.
• The influence of the mind and psychology on Plague Extermination Arts, as emphasized in the Vacuum Theocracy.
• The consequences of past actions and the lingering effects of emotional wounds, as seen through Ji Yingzhao and Zhou Zhi's history.

Character Interactions

• Ji Yingzhao and Zhou Zhi (disguised) interact subtly, with Ji Yingzhao aware of Zhou Zhi's true identity and Zhou Zhi playing along to maintain their cover.
• Sodi and his advisers discuss strategies to win Ji Yingzhao's favor, demonstrating their political acumen and ambition.
• Chen Chaoxun's resentment towards Zhou Zhi and his desire to ingratiate himself with Ji Yingzhao highlight the power dynamics and personal motivations at play among the characters.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ji Yingzhao, a powerful figure from the Ji Clan, attends a banquet with an unknown man.
• Prince Sodi of the Vacuum Theocracy attempts to greet Ji Yingzhao, but the man interrupts and refuses to let Sodi touch Ji Yingzhao.
• The man, Zhou Ran, claims to be the Holy Son of the Zhou Clan, a prestigious Medical Department family, and punches a Chief Surgeon Grade Plague Exterminator who tried to protect Sodi.
• Outside the banquet, Prince Tingxiu, Sodi's rival, learns about Zhou Ran's presence and seeks help from a mysterious man named Young Master Meng.

Character Developments

• Zhou Ran is introduced as a dominant, arrogant character with a mysterious background.
• Ji Yingzhao is portrayed as a powerful and respected figure, but she seems to be under Zhou Ran's control.
• Prince Sodi is shown as a charming and ambitious figure, but he is humiliated by Zhou Ran.
• Prince Tingxiu is depicted as a young, desperate prince seeking external help to gain an advantage over his brother.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and the struggle for control among different factions.
• The arrogance and dominance of the elite class.
• The use of force and intimidation to assert one's status.

Character Interactions

• Zhou Ran and Ji Yingzhao: Zhou Ran dominates Ji Yingzhao, treating her as a possession and controlling her actions.
• Zhou Ran and Prince Sodi: Zhou Ran humiliates Sodi by ignoring him and using physical force against him.
• Prince Tingxiu and Young Master Meng: Tingxiu seeks help from Young Master Meng, indicating a power imbalance between them.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhou Zhi and Ji Yingzhao attend Prince Sodi's banquet.
• Zhou Zhi is challenged by Chu Meng, a member of the Medical Department's Chu Clan, who questions Zhou Zhi's identity.
• Zhou Zhi exposes Chu Meng as an illegitimate son and reveals that the Medical Department is currently under lockdown, making it difficult for Chu Meng to contact his family for help.
• Zhou Zhi demands that Sodi help him organize a team to travel to the Chengyun Dynasty for the coronation ceremony of Di Qiuyan, the Jade Bow King.

Character Developments

• Zhou Zhi: Confident and assertive, he exposes Chu Meng's true identity and demands assistance from Sodi, demonstrating his power and influence.
• Chu Meng: Exposed as an illegitimate son, he is humiliated and loses his credibility.
• Prince Sodi and Prince Tingxiu: They become cautious and anxious after learning about Zhou Zhi's intentions regarding the Chengyun Dynasty.

Significant Themes

• Identity and legitimacy: Zhou Zhi's true identity as a Holy Son of the Zhou Clan is questioned, and Chu Meng's illegitimate status is exposed, highlighting the importance of legitimate lineage and power.
• Power dynamics: The Medical Department's lockdown and Zhou Zhi's demands emphasize the shifting power dynamics between the Medical Department, the Six Nations, and the Chengyun Dynasty.

Character Interactions

• Zhou Zhi and Chu Meng: Zhou Zhi exposes Chu Meng's true identity and humiliates him, demonstrating his superior power and knowledge.
• Zhou Zhi and the princes: Zhou Zhi demands assistance from Sodi and Tingxiu, putting them in a difficult position regarding the Chengyun Dynasty.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The chapter introduces the era of "Pestilence Metamorphosis Revival" where legendary progenitor-class beings, including Pestilence, will descend upon the world.
• Azure Dragon, a disease dragon, attacks Di Qiuyan, the Jade Bow King, an ophthalmology Human Dragon, in the borderlands between the Vacuum Theocracy and the Chengyun Dynasty.
• Di Qiuyan defeats Azure Dragon, keeping its bulging eyeballs as the founding treasure of her princely estate.
• In the Vacuum Theocracy's royal-exclusive train, Ji Yingzhao briefs Zhou Zhi and Chu Meng about the increasing number of Strange Incidents, new Pestilences, and the destruction of Sugang by a highly contagious Dragon-level Pestilence.

Character Developments

• Di Qiuyan (Jade Bow King): She demonstrates her prowess as a Human Dragon, unafraid of injury and capable of defeating Azure Dragon.
• Azure Dragon: It is revealed to be reckless and underestimates Di Qiuyan's power, leading to its defeat.
• Zhou Zhi (Holy Son): He is briefed about the worsening global situation and reflects on Twenty-Three's actions.
• Twenty-Three: She defends her actions, stating that she cannot be wrong because she is Twenty-Three.

Significant Themes

• The resurgence of Pestilence and the threat it poses to humanity.
• The power dynamics between humans and Pestilence, with humans struggling to maintain control.
• The consequences of Twenty-Three's actions and the debate surrounding their rightness or wrongness.

Character Interactions

• Di Qiuyan vs. Azure Dragon: Their battle demonstrates the power of Human Dragons and the threat posed by disease dragons.
• Zhou Zhi, Ji Yingzhao, and Chu Meng: They discuss the global situation, with Ji Yingzhao providing updates and Zhou Zhi reflecting on Twenty-Three's actions.
• Twenty-Three: She interacts with Zhou Zhi through her thoughts, defending her actions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhou Zhi, now with Twenty-Three's memories and powers, rapidly advances to the level of an Official-level Plague Exterminator.
• The Vacuum Theocracy's delegation, led by Li Xian, joins Zhou Zhi's team for the enfeoffment ceremony.
• Li Xian detects a dissipation of great misfortune in the Ten Thousand Mile Dunes, leading them to find the corpse of the Dragon of Illness—Glaucoma, one of the [Four Beasts] from Chengyun's Great Calamity era.

Character Developments

• Zhou Zhi: Shows remarkable growth in his Plague Extermination Arts, demonstrating Twenty-Three's powers.
• Li Xian: Reveals his Plague Extermination Art's ability to divine fortune and misfortune, showing concern for the safety of his delegation.

Significant Themes

• The revival of powerful Pestilence and the threat they pose to humanity.
• The importance of Plague Exterminators in resisting Pestilence and maintaining balance in the world.

Character Interactions

• Zhou Zhi and Twenty-Three: Zhou Zhi communicates with Twenty-Three, who provides him with information about the Dragon of Illness.
• Li Xian and his students: Li Xian discusses the situation with his students, revealing his thoughts on the current state of the world and Vacuum's role in it.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Di Qiuyan, now a Human Dragon, has killed the Azure Dragon, dealing a significant blow to Pestilence.
• The diplomatic delegation from Vacuum Theocracy, led by Li Xian, travels through the Ten Thousand Mile Dunes, encountering numerous Pathogenization Incidents and Pestilence attacks.
• Tu Luming of the Great Abyss announces a strategic partnership with the Chengyun Dynasty, sparking controversy and a response from the Great Abyss.
• The Xuanyuan Central Council sends a team led by four Human Dragons to support Chengyun's formation of the Plague Extermination Alliance.
• Fang Tianzhao continues his southern tour, while Zhou Zhi heads north with the Vacuum Theocracy's delegation.

Character Developments

• Di Qiuyan has grown significantly stronger and is now a king, having killed the Azure Dragon.
• Zhou Zhi, having inherited Twenty-Three's legacy, keeps his knowledge about the Medical Department's sealed information to himself.
• Li Xian demonstrates his strength and leadership in guiding the delegation through the dangerous Ten Thousand Mile Dunes.
• Tu Luming's actions challenge the Great Abyss' authority, setting the stage for potential conflict.

Significant Themes

• The growing strength of Pestilence and the need for unity among the Six Nations to combat it.
• The consequences of the Medical Department's sealed information and the potential fallout for Xuanyuan.
• The power dynamics and alliances shifting among the Six Nations.

Character Interactions

• Zhou Zhi and Ji Yingzhao discuss Di Qiuyan's growth and the potential for a discussion group within the Patient Association.
• Li Xian assesses Di Qiuyan's strength and the threat posed by the Azure Dragon's corpse.
• Tu Luming's actions provoke a response from the Great Abyss, setting the stage for potential conflict between him and the central government.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The delegation from Vacuum arrives in Chenghuan Commandery for the investiture ceremony of Di Qiuyan, the Jade Bow King, and the announcement of the Plague Extermination Alliance.
• Zhou Zhi discovers that Fu Chang, an official from the Ministry of Rites, is secretly involved in a cult worshipping the White Tiger, a Great Calamity disease dragon.

Character Developments

• Zhou Zhi demonstrates his advanced Plague Extermination Art skills, including the ability to become invisible to others.
• Fu Chang is revealed to be a cultist, secretly worshipping the White Tiger.

Significant Themes

• The resurgence of ancient calamities and the threat they pose to the world.
• The corruption and hidden agendas of officials within the Chengyun Dynasty.

Character Interactions

• Zhou Zhi follows Fu Chang secretly, discovering his involvement in the cult.
• Fu Chang worships the White Tiger alongside other cult members, unaware of Zhou Zhi's presence.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Di Wen, the Queen Mother, awaits Di Qiuyan's (Xiao Qiu) return from a hunt where she killed the Azure Dragon and obtained the Eye of the Azure Dragon.
• Di Wen prepares offerings for her late husband and Zhou Zhi, who has a memorial tablet in the ancestral hall.
• The enfeoffment ceremony is approaching, and the White Tiger cult plans a suicide attack on the Emperor of Chengyun. They have been spreading Strange Incidents in Chenghuan Commandery to prepare for this.
• Zhou Zhi infiltrates the White Tiger cult's gathering, intending to disrupt their plans.

Character Developments

• Di Wen's memory is declining, but she remains determined and caring towards her daughter, Di Qiuyan.
• Fu Chang, an official of the Ministry of Rites, is revealed to be a member of the White Tiger cult.
• Zhou Zhi demonstrates his ability to use Plague Extermination Arts, showcasing his growth and power.

Significant Themes

• The cruel nature of the Pestilence World and its impact on characters.
• The theme of change and the arrival of the Plague Advent era.
• The fear of the unknown and the obsession with power and immortality.

Character Interactions

• Di Wen interacts with her maids, expressing her concern for Di Qiuyan and her grief over Zhou Zhi's death.
• Zhou Zhi interacts with Fu Chang and the White Tiger cult members, demonstrating his ability to use Plague Extermination Arts and his determination to disrupt their plans.
• The relationship between Di Wen and Di Qiuyan is further explored, showing Di Wen's love and concern for her daughter.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Human Dragons of the Vacuum Theocracy and Xuanyuan arrive in Chenghuan Commandery for the Son of Heaven's coronation and the birth of the New Plague Extermination Alliance.
• Di Qiuyan, the new Medical Dragon, is celebrated in Chenghuan Commandery for her victories against Pestilence.
• Little Mushroom arrives at Di Qiuyan's residence to pay respects to Zhou Zhi.

Character Developments

• Di Qiuyan: Becomes the youngest Medical Dragon in history and gains popularity in Chenghuan Commandery for her victories against Pestilence.
• Little Mushroom: Shows maturity and responsibility in organizing the procession to Di Qiuyan's residence.
• Zhou Zhi: Reflects on the changing world due to the resurgence of Pestilence and has a humorous exchange with Twenty-Three.

Significant Themes

• The resurgence of Pestilence and its impact on the world.
• The formation of the New Plague Extermination Alliance and its significance.
• The changing dynamics between the Six Nations due to the alliance.

Character Interactions

• Di Qiuyan and Little Mushroom: Their relationship is strengthened as Little Mushroom shows respect and affection for Di Qiuyan.
• Zhou Zhi and Twenty-Three: Zhou Zhi indulges Twenty-Three's desire to share a joke, showing their comfortable dynamic.
• The people of Chenghuan Commandery and Di Qiuyan: The people celebrate Di Qiuyan's victories, showing their trust and support for her.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhou Zhi arrives at Di Prince's Mansion to investigate unusual disease mutations.
• Little Mushroom visits Di Prince's Mansion to pay respects to Zhou Zhi and offers to strengthen security.
• Sheng Pan discovers traces of [Pathologization] within the manor, linked to the surrounding [Four Beasts].
• Little Mushroom has a private moment in the ancestral hall, mourning Zhou Zhi's death and vowing revenge.

Character Developments

• Zhou Zhi: Maintains his resolve to exterminate Pestilence, even after death.
• Little Mushroom: Shows maturity and strength in handling Zhou Zhi's death, vowing to avenge him and become stronger.
• Di Wen: Shows concern for Little Mushroom's well-being and emotional state.

Significant Themes

• Loss and grief: Little Mushroom's mourning for Zhou Zhi highlights the emotional toll of the characters' experiences.
• Strength and resilience: Characters demonstrate their ability to cope with adversity and continue their missions.
• Power dynamics: The Chengyun Dynasty's unique system of princes with different surnames and their influence is explored.

Character Interactions

• Zhou Zhi and Little Mushroom: Zhou Zhi observes Little Mushroom's genuine grief and determination, further motivating him in his mission.
• Di Wen and Little Mushroom: Di Wen shows maternal concern for Little Mushroom's emotional well-being, while Little Mushroom expresses her resolve to avenge Zhou Zhi.
• Sheng Pan and Di Wen: Sheng Pan reports the discovery of [Pathologization] traces to Di Wen, highlighting the security concerns at Di Prince's Mansion.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhou Zhi, now alive and in a new body, meets Little Mushroom in the royal manor.
• They reunite, and Little Mushroom is overjoyed to see Zhou Zhi alive.
• Zhou Zhi senses pathogenization within the royal manor, tracing it to the Vermilion Bird, a Great Calamity disease dragon causing dementia-like symptoms.
• An explosion and birdcall signal a battle in the central courtyard, where Di Wen is being attacked by the Vermilion Bird.

Character Developments

• Zhou Zhi: Now alive and possessing the president's genetic arts, he can sense and eradicate pathogens. He remains calm and composed, even in unexpected situations.
• Little Mushroom: She has grown taller and more skilled in combat, showing maturity. She's still emotionally attached to Zhou Zhi and misses him deeply.
• Di Wen: She's under attack by the Vermilion Bird, suggesting she's the target of this pathogenization.

Significant Themes

• Reunion and Emotions: The reunion of Zhou Zhi and Little Mushroom evokes strong emotions, highlighting the importance of bonds and relationships.
• Pathogenization and Calamity: The Vermilion Bird's pathogenization causes dementia, emphasizing the threat of disease and the need for eradication.
• Struggle and Resilience: Di Wen's struggle against the Vermilion Bird underscores the theme of resilience in the face of adversity.

Character Interactions

• Zhou Zhi and Little Mushroom: Their reunion is filled with joy and shared memories, showing a deep bond between them.
• Zhou Zhi and the Vermilion Bird: Zhou Zhi's determination to eradicate the pathogen signals a new challenge and conflict.
• Di Wen and the Vermilion Bird: Their struggle highlights Di Wen's vulnerability and the Vermilion Bird's cunning and power.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Sheng Pan, a Chief Surgeon Grade Plague Exterminator, arrives at Di Prince's Mansion to find it controlled by Vermilion Bird, one of the Four Plague Beasts.
• Vermilion Bird, in the form of a possessed maid, battles Sheng Pan, demonstrating its formidable intelligence and power.
• Beigong Dongzhi (Little Mushroom), a Pathogen-level Plague Exterminator, arrives to assist Sheng Pan.
• Zhou Zhi, a True Cell Plague Exterminator, tracks down and confronts Vermilion Bird's avatar, ultimately defeating it.

Character Developments

• Sheng Pan: Shows bravery and dedication in protecting Di Wen, but is overwhelmed by Vermilion Bird's power.
• Beigong Dongzhi (Little Mushroom): Demonstrates her combat skills and determination in fighting Vermilion Bird.
• Zhou Zhi: Exhibits his unique abilities as a True Cell Plague Exterminator, using his [Exclusive Ability] to track and eliminate Vermilion Bird's avatar.

Significant Themes

• The power and cunning of the Four Plague Beasts.
• The struggle between Plague Exterminators and the Plague Beasts.
• The use of intelligence and strategy in combat.

Character Interactions

• Sheng Pan and Beigong Dongzhi: They team up to fight Vermilion Bird, showing camaraderie and mutual support.
• Zhou Zhi and Twenty-Three: Zhou Zhi consults Twenty-Three for information and jokes to stall Vermilion Bird's host, ultimately leading to its defeat.
• Vermilion Bird and its hosts: Vermilion Bird demonstrates its ability to control and manipulate its hosts, showcasing its malevolent nature.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhou Zhi resurrects after being killed by Luo Nian.
• Little Mushroom (Xiao Qiu) and her maidservants are attacked by Vermilion Bird, one of the Four Beasts of Pestilence.
• Di Qiuyan's mother, the Di Royal Dowager, is possessed by Vermilion Bird.
• The Emperor's carriage is scheduled to arrive for the [Enfeoffment Ceremony], but Di Qiuyan is absent.
• The Plague Extermination Office dispatches additional personnel to guard the Di Prince's Mansion.

Character Developments

• Little Mushroom (Xiao Qiu) shows maturity and decisiveness in handling the aftermath of the Vermilion Bird attack.
• Di Qiuyan's absence raises questions about his role as the protagonist and his responsibility towards his mother and the people of Chenghuan Commandery.
• Zhou Zhi remains calm and composed, supporting Little Mushroom and ensuring her safety.

Significant Themes

• The struggle against Pestilence and the sacrifices made by Plague Exterminators.
• The responsibilities and burdens of power, as seen through Little Mushroom's and Di Qiuyan's experiences.
• The cyclical nature of life and death, with Zhou Zhi's resurrection serving as a stark reminder.

Character Interactions

• Little Mushroom (Xiao Qiu) and Zhou Zhi: Their bond deepens as they face the threat of Pestilence together, with Little Mushroom expressing her affection for Zhou Zhi through her actions and words.
• Little Mushroom (Xiao Qiu) and Di Qiuyan: Though not present, Di Qiuyan's absence highlights the contrast between his responsibilities and Little Mushroom's proactive approach to dealing with the crisis.
• Little Mushroom (Xiao Qiu) and Di Wen: Their conversation reveals Di Wen's concern for her daughter's safety and her struggle with the consequences of her daughter's status as a prince.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhou Zhi visits Beigong Dongzhi in her room.
• Beigong Dongzhi confesses her feelings and expresses regret for not acting on them earlier.
• Zhou Zhi and Beigong Dongzhi share an intimate moment.
• Emperor Chengyun arrives in Chenghuan Commandery for a king-conferral ceremony, hinting at an important event.

Character Developments

• Beigong Dongzhi: She grows more confident in expressing her feelings and takes the initiative in her relationship with Zhou Zhi.
• Zhou Zhi: He remains calm and considerate, respecting Beigong Dongzhi's feelings and taking things slowly.

Significant Themes

• Love and Relationships: The chapter explores the blossoming relationship between Beigong Dongzhi and Zhou Zhi, with Beigong Dongzhi taking the lead.
• Regret: Both characters express regret for not acting on their feelings earlier.

Character Interactions

• Zhou Zhi and Beigong Dongzhi: Their interaction is intimate and tender, with Beigong Dongzhi expressing her feelings and Zhou Zhi respecting her wishes.
• Zhou Zhi and Twenty-Three: Zhou Zhi interacts with his AI, Twenty-Three, who provides commentary and support throughout the chapter.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The investiture ceremony for Di Qiuyan as a King is held in Chenghuan Commandery.
• Powerful figures from the Six Nations, including Jiang Wulong, Li Xinling, and Li Xian, attend the ceremony.
• The Son of Heaven, Fang Tianzhao, arrives, and the ceremony begins with the introduction of guests.
• Di Qiuyan is summoned for her investiture.

Character Developments

• Di Qiuyan is shown to be determined and vengeful, with her thoughts focused on killing the Vermilion Bird.
• Fang Tianzhao is portrayed as a powerful and respected leader, commanding the respect of Human Dragons from the Six Nations.
• Li Xinling is revealed to be waiting for someone, possibly Di Qiuyan, at the ceremony.
• Jiang Wulong is shown to be observant and aware of the political undercurrents at the ceremony.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and respect among Human Dragons and the Son of Heaven.
• The importance of the investiture ceremony and the recognition it brings.
• The tension and anticipation leading up to Di Qiuyan's appearance.

Character Interactions

• Li Xinling and Jiang Wulong exchange a nod, acknowledging each other's presence.
• Li Xian uses his compass, hinting at his unique abilities.
• Di Qiuyan is summoned, setting the stage for her confrontation with the Vermilion Bird.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The enfeoffment ceremony for Di Qiuyan, the Jade Bow King, begins unexpectedly early, raising questions about its significance.
• Di Qiuyan, who was thought to be missing, returns to Chenghuan Commandery, causing a stir.
• She presents the Gout White Tiger, one of Chengyun's Four Beasts, to Emperor Fang Tianzhao.

Character Developments

• Di Qiuyan demonstrates her power and indifference, showing she's not swayed by the ceremony's grandeur.
• Little Mushroom shows affection towards Zhou Zhi, hinting at romantic feelings.
• Zhou Zhi, with Twenty-Three's help, senses Di Qiuyan's return.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and respect, as seen in Di Qiuyan's behavior towards Emperor Fang Tianzhao.
• The importance of presence and timing, as Di Qiuyan's return disrupts the planned ceremony order.

Character Interactions

• Di Qiuyan and Emperor Fang Tianzhao: Di Qiuyan shows respect but not deference, challenging the usual power dynamic.
• Little Mushroom and Zhou Zhi: They show affection towards each other, hinting at a growing relationship.
• Di Qiuyan and Jiang Wulong: Di Qiuyan shows indifference towards her former superior, Jiang Wulong.