Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wain Loft, a transmigrator, wakes up in the body of an intelligence officer for the Specter School in Kaster City-State.
• He sends daily reports using a "typewriter" to earn money for a meditation method to become a Specter Wizard.
• He receives a call from his liaison officer, who is furious about the low quality and value of his reports.

Character Developments

• Wain Loft: Adapts to his new life, plans to become a Specter Wizard, and tries to appease his angry liaison officer.
• Liaison Officer: Initially unknown, but shown to be strict, impatient, and has high expectations for the intelligence reports.

Significant Themes

• Adaptation to a new world and reality.
• The value of information and intelligence gathering.
• The consequences of not meeting expectations.

Character Interactions

• Wain Loft and the Liaison Officer: Their interaction is tense, with the Liaison Officer expressing her displeasure at Wain's reports, and Wain trying to defend himself.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wei En, an Intelligence Officer, is tasked by his Liaison Officer to investigate disappearances in the Slums due to his poor performance.
• He had previously encountered strange phenomena and notifications from a System Panel after visiting the Slums, making him hesitant to go out.
• Wei En exchanges for the Basic Meditation Method using his saved money through the Specter School's Self-Service Exchange Machine.

Character Developments

• Wei En shows reluctance to leave his safe house due to his previous encounters in the Slums but ultimately accepts the task to increase his strength.
• The Liaison Officer demonstrates her authority and willingness to punish Wei En for his poor performance.

Significant Themes

• The struggle for survival and self-improvement in a dangerous world.
• The consequences of poor performance and the importance of diligence.
• The fear of the unknown and the reluctance to face it.

Character Interactions

• Wei En interacts with his Liaison Officer, who punishes him for his poor performance by assigning him a dangerous task.
• Wei En's fear of the Slums and the strange phenomena he encountered there is revealed, showing his reluctance to leave his safe house.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wei En receives a letter and three Parchment scrolls from the Specter School's Administration Office.
• The letter approves his application and issues the Basic Meditation Method, along with Wizardry General Knowledge and Gonzalez Language (Beginner).
• Upon opening the scrolls, he encounters a bizarre, sentient Gonzalez Language scroll and a seemingly inanimate Meditation Method scroll.
• The Meditation Method scroll contains a grotesque image of a humanoid creature with Wei En's face, which speaks in Gonzalez Language and causes him to faint.

Character Developments

• Wei En demonstrates curiosity and caution when dealing with the mysterious scrolls, showing a desire to learn while also being wary of potential dangers.
• He displays a level of self-awareness and concern for his own safety, choosing not to actively pursue mysterious knowledge that could put him in harm's way.

Significant Themes

• The pursuit of knowledge and its potential consequences, as exemplified by the warnings on the Wizardry General Knowledge scroll.
• The bizarre and often dangerous nature of the supernatural world that Wei En is now a part of.
• The duality of Wei En's identity, reflected in the grotesque image on the Meditation Method scroll that mirrors his face.

Character Interactions

• Wei En interacts with the sentient Gonzalez Language scroll and the Meditation Method scroll, demonstrating his initial caution and later fear when faced with their bizarre nature.
• Although not present physically, the various wizards who left cautionary notes on the Wizardry General Knowledge scroll interact with Wei En through their written words, providing him with valuable insights into the world of wizards.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wei En wakes up hungry and disoriented, remembering he exchanged for the Basic Meditation Method.
• He discovers the Parchment with his face on it, causing him to panic and throw it aside.
• Wei En checks the System Panel and finds significant changes, including a new class (Junior Apprentice Wizard), increased Mental and Resilience Levels, and an Origin Trait.
• He learns he survived Origin Erosion from an unknown existence, mutating his Origin Trait and making him 'inhuman.'
• Wei En notices physical changes, such as increased strength and heightened senses, and decides to try meditating.

Character Developments

• Wei En becomes more accepting of his situation and finds hope in his newfound strength and abilities.
• He shows determination to learn and adapt to his new world.

Significant Themes

• The dangers and benefits of supernatural powers and the unknown.
• The struggle for survival and adaptation in a strange world.
• The importance of strength and power in this world.

Character Interactions

• Wei En interacts with no other characters in this chapter, focusing solely on his internal thoughts and discoveries.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wei En encounters a monstrous entity during meditation, which appears humanoid but with bizarre features like octopus-like tentacles and a face on its chest.
• The entity repeats three syllables: "Ruixi," "Apu," and "Runo," which translate to "death," "chaos," and "despair" respectively.
• After Wei En slaps the entity, the surrounding space shatters, and he finds himself back in his room.
• A disembodied head, identical to Wei En's, appears in his room, repeating the same syllables and eating something unseen.
• Wei En discovers a letter from Specter School revealing that the Ghost Meditation Method is also known as the Spirit Devouring Method, and the entity is a part of this process.
• The letter also suggests that Wei En can hit the entity with mental power, which he attempts to do.

Character Developments

• Wei En demonstrates courage and resilience in facing the monstrous entity and the disembodied head, showing no signs of fainting or panicking despite the bizarre circumstances.
• Wei En's determination grows as he decides to embrace the entity's existence and find a way to interact with it using his mental power.

Significant Themes

• The theme of facing and embracing one's fears and the unknown is prominent, as Wei En accepts the entity's presence and decides to engage with it.
• The idea of knowledge pursuit at any cost is introduced, with the school's letter suggesting that death is not the end on the path to acquiring knowledge.

Character Interactions

• Wei En interacts with the monstrous entity and the disembodied head, initially with confusion and fear, but later with determination and curiosity.
• The letter from the Specter School Apprentice Management Office serves as an interaction with the school's administration, providing guidance and support to Wei En.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wei En, a new consciousness in a world of magic and wizards, interrupts his meditation to tame a head-like creature, which he names 'Little Ashi.'
• The bells of Crimson Cathedral ring, signaling the start of a new day.
• Wei En packs his belongings, including magical artifacts like a 'Telephone' and a 'Crystal Ball,' into a golden pocket watch, which is a standard toolbox issued to Specter School Intelligence Officers.
• He washes up and dons a formal suit, one of the few valuable relics left by his predecessor, for his job interview at the Kaster Union Gazette.

Character Developments

• Wei En: He demonstrates adaptability and resourcefulness, showing no fear of his new environment. He's also financially savvy, having secured a job interview to ease his financial pressure.
• Little Ashi: Initially hostile, Little Ashi shows curiosity and a desire for interaction, especially when Wei En styles its hair. It communicates using a language Wei En doesn't understand but seems to comprehend 'Ashi ba' as 'happy.'

Significant Themes

• Adaptation: Wei En's ability to adapt to his new world and circumstances.
• Survival: Wei En's predecessor's lack of survival skills led to Wei En's current financial struggles, highlighting the importance of adaptability and resourcefulness.
• Communication: The language barrier between Wei En and Little Ashi, and Wei En's attempt to understand and communicate with it.

Character Interactions

• Wei En and Little Ashi: Their interaction is initially hostile but evolves into a form of mutual understanding and cooperation. Wei En styles Little Ashi's hair, making it 'happy,' and names it 'Little Ashi.'
• Wei En and his predecessor: Wei En reflects on his predecessor's lack of survival skills, which has left him in a difficult financial situation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wei En prepares for his interview, activating a Runic Array for defense and notice of intruders.
• Kali Morris, a neighbor and nun, visits. She's heading to the cathedral for a special service.
• Yuan Morris, Kali's father and an Intelligence Officer, returns home. He warns Wei En about the dangers of the Secret Investigation Bureau.

Character Developments

• Wei En: Becomes aware of his heightened Mental Level, allowing him to perceive the activated Runic Array.
• Kali Morris: Shows devotion to her faith and kindness towards Wei En.
• Yuan Morris: Demonstrates concern for Wei En's safety and well-being, despite his initial disapproval of Wei En's interest in Kali.

Significant Themes

• Faith and Devotion: Kali's unwavering belief in the Lord of Dawn is a central theme, influencing her actions and interactions.
• Danger and Consequences: Yuan's warning to Wei En highlights the potential risks and dangers of the Secret Investigation Bureau's work.

Character Interactions

• Wei En and Kali: They exchange pleasantries, with Wei En encouraging Kali in her faith and Kali expressing her support for Wei En's interview.
• Wei En and Yuan: Yuan warns Wei En about the dangers of the Secret Investigation Bureau and expresses disapproval of Wei En's interest in Kali.
• Kali and Yuan: They share a father-daughter moment, with Yuan showing affection towards Kali and encouraging her to attend the cathedral service.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wei En, a young man from Prieto City-State in the Drake Republic, applies for a job at the Secret Investigation Bureau in Kaster City-State.
• He visits Morris Clinic, where he meets Yuan, who gives him a letter of recommendation and a 20% discount for future visits.
• Wei En arrives at the Secret Investigation Bureau in Dumitru District, the core district of Kaster City-State, and meets Minister Yegor, the Minister of the Logistics Department, who interviews him.
• Wei En passes the interview and is asked to sign a document to start work the next afternoon.

Character Developments

• Wei En: Shows determination and seriousness about his job, despite initial apprehension about the unusual Morris Clinic. He adapts to the unexpected environment and maintains composure during the interview with Minister Yegor.
• Yuan: Revealed to be a skilled doctor with a unique clinic, he shows concern for Wei En's well-being and offers him a discount on future visits. He also hints at having a daughter, Kali, whom he wants to marry off to an outstanding young man.
• Minister Yegor: A tall, powerfully built man with a scar on his face, he appears casual and somewhat flippant during the interview. He is aware of Wei En's origins and makes a comment about his appearance, suggesting he might be prejudiced against foreigners.

Significant Themes

• The Secret Investigation Bureau's high safety rating and exceptional pay attract Wei En to apply for the job.
• The unusual and somewhat eerie decor of Morris Clinic contrasts with the original owner's memories, highlighting the unexpected nature of the job.
• The interview with Minister Yegor raises questions about potential prejudice against foreigners in Kaster City-State.

Character Interactions

• Wei En and Yuan: Wei En shows deference to Yuan, addressing him as "Uncle Yuan," while Yuan shows concern and offers help to Wei En.
• Wei En and Minister Yegor: Their interaction is brief but tense, with Yegor making a comment about Wei En's appearance and suggesting he might have prejudices against foreigners.
• Yuan and the Undead Creatures in Morris Clinic: Yuan treats the Skeleton Warrior and Spider as companions, discussing his daughter Kali with them, suggesting he has a close relationship with these creatures.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wei En joins the Secret Investigation Bureau after meeting with Minister Yegor Payne.
• He meets Lacy Genesis Montoya and Rogeret Guy, members of Investigation Division One.
• Wei En collects his equipment with Lacy's help.

Character Developments

• Wei En Loft: Joins the Secret Investigation Bureau, starts to question his decision due to the bureau's unconventional atmosphere.
• Yegor Payne: Minister of the Logistics Department, appears unreliable and lazy but values extraordinary professionals.
• Lacy Genesis Montoya: An Investigator with a fierce appearance and demeanor, but friendly and welcoming to new colleagues. She's physically strong and tall.
• Rogeret Guy: An Investigator with a gloomy demeanor and a penchant for Firearms. He seems to have a tense relationship with Lacy.

Significant Themes

• The unconventional nature of the Secret Investigation Bureau and its employees.
• The importance of extraordinary professionals in the bureau.
• The initial culture shock Wei En experiences upon joining the bureau.

Character Interactions

• Wei En and Yegor: Yegor convinces Wei En to join the bureau with a higher salary, but Wei En is unsure about the bureau's reliability.
• Wei En and Lacy: Lacy welcomes Wei En warmly, tries to reassure him about the bureau, and helps him collect his equipment.
• Lacy and Rogeret: There's a tense relationship between them, with Lacy threatening Rogeret for scaring Wei En with his killing intent.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wei En learns about the Secret Investigation Bureau's departments: Logistics, Property Management, Secret Intelligence, 'Death Announcers' (External Publicity), and Combat.
• He visits the Property Management Department, where he meets Somlai Arias and signs for his equipment.
• Wei En encounters Santiago from the Combat Department, who uses Intimidation on him.
• Lacy explains the Logistics Department's responsibilities: investigating mysterious cases, dealing with supernatural threats, and handling case aftermaths.

Character Developments

• Wei En: Realizes the true nature of his job and the dangers involved; experiences Intimidation from Santiago.
• Lacy: Shows concern for Wei En's well-being and expresses disdain for Santiago's actions.
• Somlai Arias: Reveals arrogance and disdain for Wei En; hints at the value of the Logistics Department's equipment.
• Santiago: Demonstrates his power and intimidating presence; is revealed to be a lunatic from the Combat Department.

Significant Themes

• The dangers and responsibilities of the Logistics Department.
• The power dynamics and rivalries within the Secret Investigation Bureau.
• The importance of mental fortitude and preparation in facing supernatural threats.

Character Interactions

• Lacy and Wei En: Lacy guides Wei En through the Bureau and explains its workings; they form a friendly bond.
• Wei En and Somlai: Somlai shows arrogance and disdain towards Wei En; Wei En subtly hints at his connection to Kali.
• Wei En and Santiago: Santiago uses Intimidation on Wei En, leaving a lasting impression and sparking a potential rivalry.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wei En learns about the Logistics Department's duties: investigating and cleaning up mysterious incidents, with rewards for resolving them.
• He discovers that extraordinary items obtained from incidents can be sold for substantial income.
• Lacy warns him about the danger of Forbidden Objects and the importance of understanding and respecting mysterious incidents.
• Wei En borrows two Gold Pounds from Lacy to purchase knowledge and improve his strength.
• He returns home and discusses the Secret Investigation Bureau with Yuan, who reveals the curse behind Forbidden Objects.

Character Developments

• Wei En becomes more aware of the dangers and rewards of his new job, and decides to focus on improving his strength and making money.
• Lacy shows kindness and concern for Wei En, while also being strict and professional.
• Yuan reveals his past as a sailor and his belief in the curse of Forbidden Objects.

Significant Themes

• The dual nature of mysterious incidents: dangerous but rewarding.
• The importance of understanding and respecting extraordinary phenomena.
• The curse of Forbidden Objects and the dangers of speaking about them.

Character Interactions

• Wei En and Lacy grow closer as she shares information and offers support.
• Wei En and Yuan discuss the Secret Investigation Bureau and the curse of Forbidden Objects.
• Wei En and Yuan's relationship remains friendly but competitive, with Yuan teasing Wei En about his interest in Kali.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wei En returns home and opens his Secret Investigation Bureau suitcase, finding a uniform, a firearm, bullets, a dagger, and several potions.
• He discovers that Rogeret Guy is suffering from Mental Contamination and is about to lose control.
• Wei En decides not to reveal Rogeret's condition to avoid drawing unwanted attention.
• Wei En upgrades the Ghost Meditation Method, causing Little Ashi to split into two identical heads.
• He uses the exchange list to acquire four books of basic knowledge, but they are written in Gonzalez Language, which he cannot understand.

Character Developments

• Wei En becomes more cautious and strategic in his decisions, weighing the risks and benefits of revealing Rogeret's condition.
• Little Ashi splits into two identical heads after Wei En upgrades the Ghost Meditation Method.

Significant Themes

• The dangers and challenges Wei En faces in his new world.
• The importance of caution and strategic thinking in navigating complex situations.
• The consequences of upgrading the Ghost Meditation Method.

Character Interactions

• Wei En interacts with Little Ashi, who now has two identical heads.
• Wei En considers revealing Rogeret's condition to Lacy and the others but decides against it to avoid drawing attention to himself.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wei En learns the Gonzalez Language (Beginner) and discovers its benefits and the reward system for learning languages.
• He upgrades his Gonzalez Language skill to Proficient and gains new knowledge and abilities.
• He learns about Ancient God Gonzalez and the concept of Origin.
• Night falls in Kaster City-State, and the Church of Dawn lights a massive ball of light to protect the city.

Character Developments

• Wei En's Mental Level and Origin increase, enhancing his memory and physical abilities.
• He becomes more aware of the differences between his previous life and his current world.

Significant Themes

• The power of knowledge and language.
• The disparity between worlds and the struggle to adapt.
• The importance of protection and light in the face of danger.

Character Interactions

• Wei En interacts with the System Panel, learning new skills and gaining rewards.
• He observes the Church of Dawn's nightly ritual, witnessing their protection of the city.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A dazzling light phenomenon occurs at Crimson Cathedral, drawing the attention of the entire Kaster City-State.
• A golden pillar of light descends, and a whisper in the Gonzalez Language is heard.
• Night falls, and a Red Moon appears, causing the light phenomenon to fade.
• A figure descends from the sky, later revealed to be a woman in armor.
• Wei En receives a message from an unknown existence, losing one temporary Mental Level.
• Wei En transmits an intelligence report about the event to the Specter School, receiving a Gold Pound reward.
• The Specter School assigns Wei En to investigate the person responsible for the "Divine Grace Descent" and the strange disappearances in the Slums within three days.

Character Developments

• Wei En demonstrates his ability to adapt and maintain a positive attitude despite setbacks, such as losing a Mental Level.
• Wei En shows initiative in transmitting intelligence and accepting new tasks.

Significant Themes

• The power and influence of the Church of Dawn.
• The consequences of defying or misunderstanding divine entities.
• The value of intelligence and its rewards.

Character Interactions

• Wei En interacts with the unknown existence, which causes him to lose a Mental Level.
• Wei En communicates with the Specter School through the Blue-White Box, receiving a reward and a new assignment.
• Wei En plans to investigate the "Divine Grace Descent" and the Slums case, potentially interacting with various individuals in Kaster City-State.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wei En begins studying spells and potions using the rolls of parchment he acquired.
• He decides to focus on learning spells for self-defense, given his new role as an Investigator and the high mortality rate of newcomers.
• He learns about the Specter School's unique spell system based on 'Origin Sub-entities' and their classification into Undead, General, and Secret Art systems.

Character Developments

• Wei En shows determination in improving his strength and understanding of magic, prioritizing spells for self-defense.
• He demonstrates his ability to learn quickly and adapt to new information, such as understanding Gonzalez Language and the basics of spells.

Significant Themes

• The importance of self-defense and continuous improvement in Wei En's new role as an Investigator.
• The unique aspects of the Specter School's magic system, which sets it apart from other schools.

Character Interactions

• Wei En interacts with his "Little Ashis," ordering them to continue meditating and not slack off.
• The "Little Ashis" show signs of understanding and cooperation, curling their lips in unison and responding to Wei En's call.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wei En has a vivid dream about Sister Kali, which leaves him with a nosebleed and a temporary reduction in resilience due to the Power of Desire.
• He discovers that doing certain actions in a dream can have real-world consequences.
• Wei En starts his day and decides to go to the Secret Investigation Bureau early.
• He studies the Gonzalez Language and the spell system, focusing on the Soul-Devouring Rune.

Character Developments

• Wei En's resilience is temporarily reduced due to his dream, affecting his mood.
• He becomes determined to prepare for branding the Soul-Devouring Rune, despite not yet being at the required spirit level.

Significant Themes

• The consequences of actions, even in dreams, can have real-world effects.
• Wei En's resolve to improve and prepare for future challenges.

Character Interactions

• Wei En interacts with the Little Ashis, displaying his authority as their 'father.'
• He has a dream about Sister Kali, which affects him emotionally.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wain successfully draws the Soul-Devouring Rune, unlocking the Runic Studies knowledge tree.
• He learns about the low success rates for drawing runes and the difficulty of improving Runic Studies.
• He starts his job at the Secret Investigation Bureau and meets Kali and Yuan.
• Wain asks about the naked woman in the ball of light from the previous night, causing Yuan to react strongly and punch him.

Character Developments

• Wain demonstrates his ability to memorize complex rune patterns quickly.
• He shows curiosity and initiative in investigating the mysterious woman.
• Yuan shows protective behavior towards Kali and strong reactions to the mention of the woman in the light.

Significant Themes

• The difficulty and importance of Runic Studies in the supernatural system.
• The mysterious woman in the light and her connection to the Church of Dawn.
• The theme of curiosity and investigation, hinting at Wain's growing interest in uncovering secrets.

Character Interactions

• Wain interacts with Kali, showing friendly banter and curiosity about her beliefs.
• He has a tense interaction with Yuan, who punches him after reacting strongly to his question about the woman in the light.
• Wain's conversation with Kali and Yuan highlights his outsider status and lack of understanding of local customs and beliefs.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wei En arrives at the Secret Investigation Bureau and finds the office empty, realizing he's early.
• He explores the office, finding a group photo and oil paintings, including one of the 13th director, Alais Koulibaly.
• He starts reviewing a case file, "The Feast of Lister Manor," which contains disturbing images of a bloody massacre at a banquet.
• The case is from the Eternal Life Society, involving a Deep Abyss creature, the Skeleton Knight, and was solved by Captain Lacy.

Character Developments

• Wei En demonstrates adaptability and resilience when faced with disturbing case files.
• Captain Lacy is shown to be an efficient and successful investigator, with a penchant for collecting the cases she's solved.

Significant Themes

• The horror and brutality of the cases handled by the Secret Investigation Bureau.
• The theme of adaptation and resilience in the face of disturbing content.

Character Interactions

• Wei En interacts with the office environment and case files, but no other characters are present in this chapter.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wei En, a new Investigator, starts his day at the Secret Investigation Bureau, observing the city and its people.
• He learns about the Church of Dawn's Holy Sacrifice and the belief it provides to ordinary people.
• Lacy, his captain, arrives, and they discuss the previous day's events and the files Wei En read.
• Lacy reveals that Rogeret, a former colleague, is leaving due to mental contamination caused by falling in love with a Fallen One.
• Lacy recounts Rogeret's story: he fell in love with an ordinary-looking girl, who was actually a demon in disguise. He witnessed her killing her family, leading to his mental breakdown.

Character Developments

• Wei En: He shows empathy for Rogeret's situation and understands the importance of the Church of Dawn to ordinary people.
• Lacy: She expresses resentment towards the Fallen One who deceived Rogeret but also grief over his mental contamination.
• Rogeret: His story illustrates the dangers of falling in love with a Fallen One and the consequences of such an action.

Significant Themes

• The role of the Church of Dawn in providing hope and belief to ordinary people.
• The dangers of falling in love with a Fallen One and the consequences of such a relationship.
• The image of Investigators as bringers of misfortune and ill omen among ordinary people.

Character Interactions

• Wei En and Lacy: They discuss the previous day's events, and Lacy shares Rogeret's story with Wei En.
• Rogeret and the Fallen One: Their relationship illustrates the dangers of falling in love with a demon in disguise.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lacy reveals that Rogeret's girlfriend was polluted by the Red Moon, leading to his departure from the Secret Investigation Bureau.
• Wei En learns that mental pollution can be reversed with divine radiance or increased mental strength, but both methods are challenging.
• Marco enters, making a spectacle of himself, and Lacy threatens to spar with him due to his disrespectful behavior.
• Lacy refuses to let Wei En team up with Marco, causing Marco to try and convince her with humorous reasoning.

Character Developments

• Wei En: Shows curiosity and determination to find a solution for Rogeret's situation, hinting at his resourcefulness and resilience.
• Lacy: Demonstrates her stern and serious nature, as well as her protective attitude towards her subordinates.
• Marco: Exhibits his playful and flirtatious personality, but also shows a more mature side, suggesting growth since his photo was taken.

Significant Themes

• Fate and Misfortune: The characters discuss the unfortunate nature of their jobs and the common fate of those in the Secret Investigation Bureau.
• Resilience and Determination: Wei En's resolve to find a solution for Rogeret's pollution and Lacy's commitment to her duties highlight their resilience and determination.

Character Interactions

• Wei En and Lacy: They have a professional and respectful relationship, with Lacy acting as a mentor to Wei En.
• Lacy and Marco: Their dynamic is that of a stern superior and a mischievous subordinate, with Lacy often reprimanding Marco for his behavior.
• Wei En and Marco: They meet for the first time, with Wei En finding Marco's appearance and behavior amusing, and Marco trying to convince Lacy to let him team up with Wei En.