Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Sheng and the group visit the Sun Chaser, a massive creature that sustains the magma pool beneath the school.
• They attend a meeting at the school's headquarters, where various workshops and agencies present their progress and discuss issues.
• Lin Sheng learns about the different agencies in Miga: Star Radiance, Moon Pool, and Sun Crown.

Character Developments

• Lin Sheng demonstrates his exceptional soul power by sensing the flow of magma from the Sun Chaser.
• Umandila shows concern for Lin Sheng's future and encourages him to learn about the different agencies.
• The Headmaster is revealed to be a Ranked Envoy, indicating his immense power and sacrifice for the school.

Significant Themes

• The importance of knowledge and preparation for future challenges, as seen in Lin Sheng's interest in understanding the different agencies.
• The power dynamics and hierarchy within the transcendent world, with Ranked Envoys at the top and ordinary Evil Energy users at the bottom.
• The interconnectedness of the secret realms and the transcendent world, with Miga's large secret realm requiring more Ranked Envoys for suppression.

Character Interactions

• Lin Sheng interacts with Umandila, who acts as a mentor and guide, providing him with valuable information and advice.
• Umandila and an elderly professor discuss the Ranked Envoys, revealing their respect and admiration for the Headmaster's sacrifices.
• Lin Sheng observes the meeting attendees, noting their boredom and disinterest in the proceedings, indicating their familiarity with such events.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Bain University holds a meeting to discuss sending external teams to assist Star Radiance in handling Grace Cult cases.
• Lin Sheng is assigned a low-risk night patrol mission in a nearby city by Umandila.
• Umandila introduces Lin Sheng to a workshop owner who deals in items from the Dust World, where Lin Sheng selects two items: a bone and a roof tile.

Character Developments

• Lin Sheng demonstrates his ability to gather information from conversations, showing his intelligence and perceptiveness.
• Umandila shows his care and consideration for Lin Sheng's well-being and development, securing a low-risk mission for him and providing him with valuable items.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics between humans and monsters from the Dust World, with humans relying on technology and thermal weapons to maintain control.
• The importance of mentorship and guidance, as shown through Umandila's actions towards Lin Sheng.

Character Interactions

• Umandila and Lin Sheng discuss the Grace Cult and the events surrounding Lin Sheng's previous encounter with them.
• Umandila introduces Lin Sheng to the workshop owner, facilitating Lin Sheng's selection of items from the Dust World.
• Lin Sheng and Umandila discuss the reasons behind trading and consuming powerful monsters from the Dust World.

Lin Sheng, after returning from the school's secret realm, experiments with the Hearts of the Dead he acquired. Upon touching the first heart, he encounters a residual soul within it, which attacks him. In a moment of crisis, he instinctively borrows power from his summoned creatures, the King of Steel, Kadula, and the King of Night. This combined power allows him to destroy the soul and the gray space it inhabited. The second heart, however, is empty, and Lin Sheng absorbs its pure Soul Power. He is left weakened but unharmed, and the three commanders show no signs of distress. Lin Sheng is left pondering the extent of the power he briefly accessed.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Sheng attempts to destroy the giant eagle head in his dreams using various methods, but fails.
• He recovers for three days and continues practicing in his dreams.
• Lin Sheng receives a credit mission from the Bain University Administration Office: guarding and patrolling Pine Forest Town for two weeks.

Character Developments

• Lin Sheng understands his limits and realizes that he can't harm the eagle head without replicating his previous extreme form.
• He absorbs energy from the Heart of the Dead, strengthening his body comprehensively.

Significant Themes

• The importance of understanding one's limits and pushing them gradually.
• The necessity of danger and challenges in growth and development.

Character Interactions

• Lin Sheng interacts with Umandila, who acts as his guarantor for the special mission quota.
• He meets two other students, Fenny and Yilinde, who are also selected for special quotas.
• Lin Sheng, Fenny, and Yilinde choose their respective missions under the supervision of Vice-Principal Suna.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Sheng, Umandila, and other students attend a mission assignment meeting.
• Lin Sheng is introduced to an old professor by Umandila.
• Lin Sheng learns about prominent students like Isabel Cardo, Jalise, and Gale.
• Lin Sheng is assigned a patrol mission in Pine Forest Town.

Character Developments

• Lin Sheng remains humble and tactful, showing interest in learning about other students' strengths.
• Umandila reveals his confidence in Lin Sheng's potential and advises him to keep a trump card.
• Milisa shows respect for Lin Sheng's strength and is friendly towards him.

Significant Themes

• The importance of connections and networking within the school.
• The value of keeping one's true strength hidden.
• The struggle for resources and recognition among students.

Character Interactions

• Umandila shares insights with Lin Sheng, treating him as a promising protégé.
• Lin Sheng and Milisa have a friendly conversation, with Milisa showing deference to Lin Sheng's strength.
• Lin Sheng learns about other powerful students from Umandila, fostering potential rivalries or alliances.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The mission, while dangerous, is less so than others.
• The Destiny Relic in Pine Forest Town is hidden inside a mutated rat.
• Lin Sheng and his squad arrive at Pine Forest Town, assigned to patrol and stay in a villa.
• Lin Sheng encounters two outsiders near a forest ranger's hut, who flee after he approaches. He finds a dead Golden Monkey (Wild Eater) there.

Character Developments

• Lin Sheng maintains a calm demeanor and increases his Evil Energy to 700.
• Melisa is introduced as talkative and casual, criticizing some students and mentors at school.

Significant Themes

• The allure of the Destiny Relic attracts various outsiders, including Evil Energy users.
• Lin Sheng's focus is on completing the mission for credit while also advancing his own powers.

Character Interactions

• Lin Sheng listens to Melisa's chatter during the journey.
• Lin Sheng encounters two outsiders, who flee upon his approach.
• Lin Sheng briefly interacts with his squad members, assigning rooms and discussing the mission.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• The exploration team for the Silver Mine is still underground, communicating with the surface via messages.
• The patrol squad encounters Wild Eaters for the first time, and Melisa uses her Evil Energy to defend against an ambush.
• Lin Sheng decides to study the Wild Eater corpses and collect materials for his personal research.

Character Developments

• Lin Sheng shows no interest in the Destiny Relic beneath the Silver Mine but is focused on his personal research.
• Melisa demonstrates her combat skills and quick thinking, saving Lin Sheng from an ambush.
• The second-generation students show fear and hesitation after the ambush but are motivated by the thought of losing their credits.

Significant Themes

• The dangers and threats posed by the Wild Eaters and other unknown forces in Pine Forest Town.
• The importance of personal initiative and curiosity, as seen in Lin Sheng's research interests.
• The contrast between the students' initial bravado and their fear and hesitation when faced with real danger.

Character Interactions

• Lin Sheng and Melisa work together to defend against the ambush, with Melisa saving Lin Sheng.
• Lin Sheng shows concern for his team members' safety but also understands their desire for credits.
• The second-generation students show a mix of fear, hesitation, and determination to continue their patrol.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Sheng encounters the Circle Heart Sect's symbol and deals with Wild Eaters on his patrol.
• He discovers that the corpses of the Wild Eaters have no issues, but decides to investigate further at night.
• Lin Sheng sets up the Spirit Sacrifice Ritual, modifies it, and activates it, attracting an evil spirit.

Character Developments

• Lin Sheng shows seriousness and determination when he recognizes the Circle Heart Sect's symbol.
• He demonstrates caution and thoroughness in his investigation of the Wild Eater corpses.
• Lin Sheng exhibits confidence and skill in modifying and activating the Spirit Sacrifice Ritual.

Significant Themes

• The danger and cruelty of the Circle Heart Sect.
• The power and risk of ritual arrays, as demonstrated by the Spirit Sacrifice Ritual.
• Lin Sheng's growth and understanding of the Evil Spirit Language.

Character Interactions

• Lin Sheng and Melisa interact briefly, with Lin Sheng dismissing her and another team member for the night.
• Lin Sheng interacts with a Dungeon Soldier, who assists him in setting up the ritual.
• Lin Sheng communicates with an evil spirit through the modified Spirit Sacrifice Ritual.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Sheng successfully summons an Evil Spirit using the Red Cedar and a ritual.
• The Evil Spirit attempts to attack Lin Sheng, but he uses the keyword "Amoendika" to halt it.
• Lin Sheng and the Evil Spirit engage in a bargaining conversation in the Evil Spirit Language.
• The Evil Spirit grows impatient and lunges at Lin Sheng, but he ignites his Holy Power, causing a violent explosion that annihilates both the Evil Spirit and the ritual materials.
• Lin Sheng retrieves a translucent, pale red bead from the aftermath.
• Later, while on patrol, Lin Sheng and his squad discover a corpse drained of blood at the edge of town.

Character Developments

• Lin Sheng demonstrates his ability to communicate with Evil Spirits and his understanding of the Evil Spirit Language.
• Lin Sheng shows determination and composure in his negotiations with the Evil Spirit.
• Melisa shows jealousy and disdain towards other female squad members who have feelings for Lin Sheng.

Significant Themes

• The power of communication and negotiation with Evil Spirits.
• The danger and potential of summoning Evil Spirits.
• The theme of jealousy and competition among women, with Melisa's feelings towards Lin Sheng and other squad members.

Character Interactions

• Lin Sheng interacts with the Evil Spirit, showing his understanding of the Evil Spirit Language and his ability to bargain with it.
• Melisa interacts with Lin Sheng, showing her jealousy and disdain towards other female squad members who have feelings for him.
• Lin Sheng interacts with his squad, showing his leadership and care for his team members.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A mysterious death occurs in Pine Forest Town, and the Defense Office and the temporary Patrol Squad are responsible for investigating it.
• Lin Sheng, the captain of the Patrol Squad, decides to investigate independently while sending others to assist the Defense Office.
• Lin Sheng discovers a potential gathering point for Wild Eaters in the Black Forest near the Silver Mine.

Character Developments

• Lin Sheng demonstrates his leadership and strategic thinking by sending Melisa and Bella to assist the Defense Office while investigating on his own.
• The members of the Patrol Squad show varying reactions to the situation, ranging from timid and anxious to calm and secretly delighted.

Significant Themes

• The theme of power and responsibility is evident as Lin Sheng takes charge of the situation, showcasing his ability to make decisions under pressure.
• The theme of survival and the struggle for resources is highlighted as Lin Sheng seeks to find and hunt Wild Eaters to strengthen himself.

Character Interactions

• Lin Sheng interacts with the Defense Office, specifically Officer Dean, and shows appreciation for his initiative in taking charge of the situation.
• Lin Sheng gives orders to Melisa and Bella, entrusting them with the task of assisting the Defense Office and ensuring Officer Dean's safety.
• Lin Sheng's actions demonstrate his confidence and independence, as he decides to investigate the case on his own while sending others to work with the Defense Office.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Sheng discovers the true nature of his evil energy, which is potent corrosion.
• He encounters a group of Wild Eaters, including a human-sized leader, and defeats them using his newfound understanding of his powers.
• Lin Sheng experiments with the corrupted Wild Eaters, turning some into evil energy monsters and killing the rest.
• He performs a Spirit Sacrifice Ritual, summoning and capturing several evil spirits to create Pale Red Crystal Beads.
• Lin Sheng decides to attempt crafting a Shadow Soul using the Wild Eater leader.

Character Developments

• Lin Sheng gains a deeper understanding of his evil energy and its corrosion properties, leading him to experiment with its effects on the Wild Eaters.
• Melisa, a member of the Patrol Squad, becomes frustrated with the lack of progress in the murder investigation and the apathy of her teammates.

Significant Themes

• The power of corruption and its effects on both humans and monsters.
• The struggle between duty and apathy, as seen through Melisa's dedication to the case and her teammates' lack of concern.

Character Interactions

• Lin Sheng interacts with the Wild Eaters, experimenting on them to understand his powers better.
• Melisa interacts with her teammates, feeling frustrated with their lack of concern for the investigation and their focus on their personal lives.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Melisa, a student with suppressed evil tendencies, joins a team investigating a series of attacks in a town.
• Lin Sheng, the team captain, notices Melisa's potential and her struggle to control her impulses.
• Melisa is seen by Lin Sheng sneaking out of her room at night, leading to a conversation between them.

Character Developments

• Melisa: Struggles with her evil impulses and tries to maintain a normal facade. She is revealed to have awakened her Evil Energy during an assassination attempt on her birthday.
• Lin Sheng: Shows understanding and patience towards Melisa, sensing her potential and guiding her subtly. He uses his innate divine art, Evil Detection, on Melisa and discovers her true nature.

Significant Themes

• Suppressed desires and impulses: Melisa's struggle to control her evil tendencies and the consequences of repressing them.
• Guiding potential: Lin Sheng's recognition of Melisa's potential and his attempt to guide her in the right direction.
• The dual nature of power: Even evil power, when used correctly, can erupt with immense energy, suggesting that power itself is neither good nor bad but depends on how it's used.

Character Interactions

• Melisa and Lin Sheng: Lin Sheng senses Melisa's turmoil and guides her, while Melisa is drawn to Lin Sheng's calm and understanding demeanor.
• Melisa and Bella: Bella tries to comfort and support Melisa, assuming she's scared and worried about the investigation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Sheng has a conversation with Melisa, planting seeds for her future development.
• Lin Sheng converts excess Soul Power into Rock Dragon Bloodline, reaching over 40%.
• He watches TV and falls asleep, triggering a dream sequence.
• In the dream, Lin Sheng encounters a hard-shelled monster in the villa's hallway and defeats it using Holy Power.

Character Developments

• Lin Sheng shows understanding and guidance toward Melisa, influencing her potential growth.
• Lin Sheng's Rock Dragon Bloodline continues to develop, enhancing his physical capabilities.

Significant Themes

• The theme of guidance and influence is present, as Lin Sheng guides Melisa and is influenced by the dream sequence.
• The power of belief and self-confidence is hinted at, as Lin Sheng encourages Melisa not to care about societal gazes.

Character Interactions

• Lin Sheng interacts with Melisa, offering guidance and understanding.
• In the dream, Lin Sheng interacts with the hard-shelled monster, showcasing his combat abilities.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Sheng descends a spiral staircase and encounters a swarm of black, armored monsters.
• He uses Evil Energy Crystals for defense and Dragon Breath to attack, but the monsters' defenses are extraordinary.
• Lin Sheng activates Dawn Heavy Armor and begins slaughtering the monsters, eventually reaching a room with candlelight.

Character Developments

• Lin Sheng demonstrates his combat prowess and adaptability, using various skills and techniques to fight the monsters.
• He shows strategic thinking by targeting the monsters' vital points to conserve energy and stamina.

Significant Themes

• The power of divine arts (Dawn Heavy Armor) is highlighted, showcasing the might of Paladins.
• The theme of relentless pursuit and overcoming obstacles is evident as Lin Sheng fights his way through countless monsters.

Character Interactions

• There are no interactions with other characters in this chapter. Lin Sheng faces the monsters alone.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Sheng encounters a dangerous dream where he faces various monsters and illusions.
• He retrieves an ordinary-looking candelabrum with an unusual candle.
• Upon waking, he finds teams from other schools have arrived, attempting to steal their mission.

Character Developments

• Lin Sheng demonstrates significant growth in strength, easily dispatching powerful dream creatures.
• He shows calm and composure in the face of threats, both in dreams and reality.

Significant Themes

• The power of belief and will: Lin Sheng's unwavering determination allows him to overcome challenges in his dreams.
• The unknown: The Destiny Relic's appearance brings uncertainty and competition.

Character Interactions

• Lin Sheng's team members (Melisa, Bella) rely on him for guidance and support.
• Teams from other schools (Fuya University) arrive, creating tension and competition for the Destiny Relic.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Sheng and his squad arrive at the town near the mine.
• They encounter students from Frey Royal Academy, who are taking over the mission in the town.
• Lin Sheng demonstrates his immense Evil Energy, overwhelming the Frey students.
• He announces his warning to all outsiders, threatening consequences if they disturb the town's residents.

Character Developments

• Lin Sheng shows his strength and confidence, asserting Bain University's authority in the town.
• Melisa and Bella are initially cautious but follow Lin Sheng's lead.
• The Frey Royal Academy students are arrogant but quickly subdued by Lin Sheng's display of power.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and the assertion of authority.
• The tension between different educational institutions and their students.
• The protection of the town's residents and their peaceful lives.

Character Interactions

• Lin Sheng interacts with the Frey students, demonstrating his power and issuing a warning.
• Lin Sheng communicates with Melisa and Bella, giving them tasks and showing confidence in their abilities.
• The town's residents and outsiders watch Lin Sheng and his squad warily, awaiting their actions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The school lacks manpower, and each patrol squad must do their best to control situations.
• Lin Sheng goes on patrol twice a day without incidents due to outsiders reining themselves in.
• The school's industries are being suppressed, leading to overproduction and falling revenues.
• The Miga National Assembly passes a motion to cut the school's research funding due to the Batoia scandal.
• The government confirms the formation of a Joint Law Enforcement Department to handle the Seven Lock Tower, with Bain University's quota being fifteen people, minimum requirement Four-Wing, and at least eight being Five-Wing.
• The Chancellor is summoned, and the deadline for preparations is February.

Character Developments

• Lin Sheng understands the school's arrangement and focuses on completing his credit tasks without interfering with others.
• Vice Chancellor Suna calls for a meeting to discuss the school's situation and the Joint Law Enforcement Department.
• The master of Silent Volcano and other senior staff express concern about the situation and the upcoming war with the Seven Lock Tower.

Significant Themes

• The struggle between the school and the Seven Lock Tower's followers.
• The consequences of the Batoia scandal on the school's reputation and funding.
• The upcoming war with the Seven Lock Tower and the high mortality rate among elite powerhouses.

Character Interactions

• Lin Sheng and the outsiders maintain a tense but peaceful coexistence.
• Vice Chancellor Suna meets with senior staff to discuss the school's situation and the Joint Law Enforcement Department.
• The master of Silent Volcano and other senior staff express their concerns and questions to Vice Chancellor Suna.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Heaven Tower: A gathering of powerful figures in white robes, statues, and airships, suggesting a grand assembly.
• Lin Sheng's ritual: He successfully purifies an Evil Spirit Bead and burns the ritual evidence.
• Encounter with the Royal Academy group: Lin Sheng meets the blond captain and his team, who intend to capture him for information about the Destiny Relic.

Character Developments

• Lin Sheng: Shows calm and precision in controlling his bloodline. He also demonstrates a change in demeanor when threatened, hinting at a darker side.
• The blond captain (Bolin): Reveals fear of Lin Sheng, indicating he witnessed Lin Sheng's power at the Royal Academy.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics: Lin Sheng's calm control over his bloodline and his ability to instill fear in others highlight the theme of power and its influence on others.
• Danger and threat: The encounter with the Royal Academy group emphasizes the danger lurking in the forest and the threat posed by those seeking the Destiny Relic.

Character Interactions

• Lin Sheng and Bolin: Their brief interaction reveals Bolin's fear of Lin Sheng and his desire to leave, while Lin Sheng shows a change in demeanor when threatened.
• The Royal Academy group: They discuss their intentions to capture Lin Sheng for information, showing their greed and disregard for human life.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Sheng summons a powerful evil spirit, the Blood Gazer, using a ritual involving five living people.
• The Blood Gazer offers to grant Lin Sheng's wish in exchange for his soul.
• Lin Sheng ambushes and defeats the Blood Gazer, obtaining an Evil Spirit Bead.
• He converts the Evil Spirit Bead into Rock Dragon Bloodline, pushing his transformation further.
• In the following days, conflicts escalate in town, with four people injured or killed.
• Lin Sheng uses firelight to lure and devour ill-intentioned groups, summoning another evil spirit to feed on.

Character Developments

• Lin Sheng demonstrates his cunning and ruthlessness in dealing with the Blood Gazer and the ill-intentioned groups.
• His Rock Dragon Bloodline transformation progresses significantly, approaching 60%.

Significant Themes

• The theme of power and its cost is emphasized as Lin Sheng gains strength but at the expense of others' lives.
• The theme of temptation and deception is shown through the Blood Gazer's offer and Lin Sheng's manipulation of the ill-intentioned groups.

Character Interactions

• Lin Sheng interacts with the Blood Gazer, initially appearing frightened but ultimately tricking and defeating it.
• He also interacts with the ill-intentioned groups, luring and consuming them without remorse.
• There's no significant interaction with other gilded students or Bain University personnel in this chapter.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Sheng successfully lures and purifies Evil Spirits, discovering that the energy return is over ten times the investment, encouraging him to continue.
• The mission is completed ahead of schedule, and the school orders all student teams to return.
• Lin Sheng tries to stay and join the teaching assistant team but is refused due to the mission's escalation and his low strength level.
• Lin Sheng overhears a conversation revealing that the Destiny Relic is a Spatial Stone that can open a small Dust World, with an upper strength limit for entry.

Character Developments

• Lin Sheng's bloodline progress reaches 60%, nearing his goal, but he regrets not being able to enter the Spatial Stone's world to hunt and kill.
• Professor Gendis and Icefall are introduced as high-ranking school officials, discussing the Spatial Stone's potential and plans.

Significant Themes

• The allure of power and resources, driving characters to take risks and make sacrifices.
• The struggle between ambition and responsibility, as seen in Lin Sheng's desire to stay and contribute versus the mentors' concern for his safety.

Character Interactions

• Lin Sheng interacts with Professor Gendis, trying to convince him to let him stay but ultimately failing.
• Lin Sheng eavesdrops on Professor Gendis and Icefall discussing the Spatial Stone, revealing valuable information about the mission's true nature.