Chapter Summaries

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Qian learns that his father, Jiang Xuesong, was a high-ranking official and powerful License Holder who led a special government department investigating 'unconventional' powers.
• The legendary Dragon God, Yun Zhongshuo, was an enemy of Jiang Xuesong but later became his ally in a crisis.
• Thirteen years ago, they encountered the Ancestor God, which they sealed within God Mountain after a fierce battle.
• Many colleagues contaminated by the Ancestor God's power were left in an unnatural state, leading to a difficult decision.

Character Developments

• Jiang Qian gains a new understanding of his father's past as a powerful and merciful License Holder.
• The White Snake Holy Mother reveals her admiration and trust in Jiang Xuesong, as well as her role in the God Mountain Organization.
• Sha Jin's past connection with the Dragon God is hinted at, but he shows no obvious reaction.

Significant Themes

• The struggle against 'unconventional' powers and the consequences of their misuse.
• The difficulty of making moral decisions in complex situations.
• The importance of trust and friendship in overcoming adversity.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Qian and the White Snake Holy Mother discuss the past, with the Holy Mother defending Jiang Xuesong's actions and revealing her admiration for him.
• Jiang Qian considers Sha Jin's possible connection to the Dragon God but decides not to press the issue.
• The White Snake Holy Mother reveals her regret and longing for the departed, including Jiang Xuesong and the Dragon God.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Qian learns about the true function of the Mother Queen Gu and the seal's maintenance measures.
• The White Snake Holy Mother decides to seal herself into Jiang Qian's consciousness to bind the Ancestor God's will.
• Jiang Qian accepts the Mother Queen Gu and the responsibility of leading the Sacred Mountain organization.

Character Developments

• Jiang Qian demonstrates his wisdom, courage, and concern for the greater good, earning the White Snake Holy Mother's trust.
• The White Snake Holy Mother shows her dedication to protecting the world and her faith in Jiang Qian.

Significant Themes

• Responsibility: Jiang Qian is entrusted with the responsibility of leading the Sacred Mountain organization and maintaining the seal.
• Sacrifice: The White Snake Holy Mother is willing to sacrifice herself to prevent the Ancestor God from wreaking havoc upon the world.
• Trust: The White Snake Holy Mother entrusts the Sacred Mountain's lifeline to Jiang Qian based on her faith in him.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Qian and the White Snake Holy Mother have a heart-to-heart conversation, leading to mutual understanding and trust.
• Sha Jin and Elegy witness the sealing process, leaving them in awe and shock.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Qian attempts to open a passage to his consciousness space with White Snake Holy Mother's guidance.
• White Snake Holy Mother enters Jiang Qian's consciousness space to seal the Ancestor God within the Teng Snake Beast King's body.
• Jiang Qian successfully seals the Ancestor God, ending the Ancestor God's Game.
• Jiang Qian decides to leave the God Mountain illusion realm and plans to handle the God Mountain organization.

Character Developments

• Jiang Qian: Advances his understanding and control over his consciousness space, successfully seals the Ancestor God, and plans for the future of the God Mountain organization.
• White Snake Holy Mother: Transforms into gu to seal the Ancestor God, revealing her past and her connection to Jiang Qian's father.
• Ancestor God: Sealed within the Teng Snake Beast King's body, its true identity and plans are revealed.

Significant Themes

• The power of consciousness and its potential.
• The consequences of ambition and greed.
• The cyclical nature of power and influence.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Qian and White Snake Holy Mother: They work together to seal the Ancestor God, with the Holy Mother guiding Jiang Qian and revealing her past.
• Jiang Qian and the Ancestor God: Jiang Qian successfully seals the Ancestor God, ending its influence and plans.
• Jiang Qian and Sha Jin/Elegy: They express relief that the Ancestor God's Game has ended and discuss leaving the God Mountain illusion realm.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Feather Clan team, led by the Gold Eagle Martial Saint, encounters the Mad Python Crone, a former colleague who is now a Fallen One and blocks their path to the Sacred Hall.
• Elder Jin, a Divine Office License Holder, attempts to use a high-tier item, the Infinite Bowl, to disperse the fog and clear a path for Ji Ming and Yu Teng's teams but is opposed by the Mad Python Crone.
• Ji Ming and Lan Junxian successfully navigate through the dense fog using Ji Ming's "Mind's Eye" and encounter Predators, who attack them.
• Inside the Sacred Hall, the statue of the Holy Mother shatters.

Character Developments

• The Gold Eagle Martial Saint: Shows leadership and concern for his team's safety, acknowledges the Mad Python Crone's strength, and prepares to face her.
• Elder Jin: Demonstrates her power as a Divine Office License Holder, maintains composure in the face of her former colleague's betrayal, and tries to reason with the Mad Python Crone.
• Ji Ming: Successfully uses his "Mind's Eye" to navigate through the fog, showing growth in his abilities and strategic thinking.
• Lan Junxian: Shows confidence in Ji Ming's abilities, but is injured by the Predators' sudden attack.

Significant Themes

• Betrayal and loyalty: The Mad Python Crone's betrayal of her former colleagues and the Feather Clan's loyalty to their mission.
• Power and rank: The struggle between different ranks of evolutionary power, with Divine Office License Holders like Elder Jin and the Mad Python Crone holding significant advantages.
• Adaptation and perseverance: Ji Ming's ability to adapt to new situations and persevere in the face of challenges.

Character Interactions

• The Gold Eagle Martial Saint and Elder Jin: The Gold Eagle Martial Saint shows deference to Elder Jin's authority and experience, while Elder Jin acknowledges his leadership and strength.
• Ji Ming and Lan Junxian: Ji Ming and Lan Junxian work together to navigate through the fog, showing trust and mutual respect.
• Elder Jin and the Mad Python Crone: Elder Jin attempts to reason with her former colleague, while the Mad Python Crone remains resolute in her opposition.

Summary

Plot Points and Events

1. Jiang Qian appears at the sanctuary, revealing he knows about the Ancestor God and the plot to release it.
2. Elder Jin battles the Mad Python Crone while the Feather Clan team attempts to reach the sanctuary.
3. Ji Ming and Lan Junxian encounter three mysterious individuals who attack them, later revealed to be part of a domestic special department.
4. Jiang Qian emerges from the sanctuary, seemingly holding something aloft, and the three attackers freeze and turn towards him.
5. The Feather Clan team breaks through the mist, and Ji Ming reveals that everything is going according to plan.
6. A massive explosion occurs, blocking the path to the sanctuary and intensifying the "Lost" conceptual power.

Character Developments

1. Jiang Qian: Reveals knowledge of the Ancestor God and the plot against the Holy Mother, showing cunning and ambition.
2. Elder Jin: Demonstrates strategic prowess and determination in leading the Feather Clan team to the sanctuary.
3. Ji Ming: Shows confidence in his plan and pride in its execution, but his reaction to the explosion suggests he may not be fully in control of the situation.
4. Lan Junxian: Recognizes the three attackers as part of a domestic special department, indicating his past experience and knowledge.
5. The three attackers: Initially incapacitated by Ji Ming, they miraculously recover and refocus on the sanctuary, hinting at mind control or some other external influence.

Significant Themes

1. Ambition and betrayal: Jiang Qian's actions suggest he is willing to betray the Holy Mother and potentially release the Ancestor God to further his own goals.
2. The power of secrets: The mysterious department's involvement and the revelation of the Ancestor God's existence highlight the power of hidden information and its potential consequences.
3. The cost of progress: The Mad Python Crone's resentment and the backlash from the evil consequences created by the official License Holder authorities hint at the darker side of societal progress.

Character Interactions

1. Jiang Qian and Waterweed/Centipede: Jiang Qian's appearance exposes Waterweed and Centipede's plot, leading to tension and potential conflict.
2. Elder Jin and the Mad Python Crone: Their battle showcases the strategic and tactical prowess of both high-ranking Divine Offices, as well as their differing loyalties and motivations.
3. Ji Ming and Lan Junxian: Their partnership in combat demonstrates their ability to work together and adapt to unexpected situations, such as the mysterious attackers' recovery.
4. Ji Ming and the Feather Clan team: Ji Ming's confidence in his plan contrasts with the confusion and uncertainty of the Feather Clan team, highlighting his leadership role and the team's reliance on him.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Qian and his allies face off against Centipede and Waterweed in the sanctuary.
• Centipede uses the Ancestor God's power to elevate his rank, but Jiang Qian restricts it using the Mother Queen Gu.
• Jiang Qian captures Centipede and Waterweed and secures the sanctuary.
• Jiang Qian contacts Ji Ming, asking for an hour to explain and requesting his help to buy time.

Character Developments

• Jiang Qian demonstrates his strategic thinking and control over the Mother Queen Gu, solidifying his power within the Sacred Mountain.
• Centipede and Waterweed, revealed as traitors, are captured.
• Ji Ming shows concern for Jiang Qian's situation and is willing to help him.

Significant Themes

• Betrayal and loyalty (Centipede and Waterweed vs. Xiao Yang and other loyal followers).
• Power and its consequences (use of the Ancestor God's power and its life-consuming price).
• Strategic planning and adaptability (Jiang Qian's handling of the situation and his request to Ji Ming).

Character Interactions

• Jiang Qian and Xiao Yang: Jiang Qian appreciates Xiao Yang's loyalty and willingness to help.
• Jiang Qian and Ji Ming: Jiang Qian requests Ji Ming's assistance, and Ji Ming is willing to help, showing trust in Jiang Qian.
• Centipede and Waterweed: Their betrayal is exposed, leading to their capture.
• Lan Junxian, Golden Eagle Martial Saint, Elder Jin, and other officials: They gather around Ji Ming, seeking information about Jiang Qian.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Qian and his group retreat to the temple as the situation on God Mountain worsens.
• Jiang Qian enters a private dungeon, "Hungry Ghost Apocalypse," to interrogate the traitors Waterweed and Centipede.
• Jiang Qian reveals his intention to interrogate Waterweed using his Poison Fang abilities, causing her to panic.

Character Developments

• Jiang Qian: Shows his ruthless and cunning side, willing to use extreme methods to interrogate Waterweed.
• Waterweed: Realizes the severity of her situation and begins to show fear and desperation.
• Sha Jin, Ayiguli, and other God Mountain members: Wait outside the temple, aware of Jiang Qian's perilous situation and the changes to come.

Significant Themes

• Power and control: Jiang Qian's use of his Poison Fang abilities to exert power over Waterweed.
• Desperation and fear: Waterweed's realization of her dire situation and the consequences of her actions.
• Betrayal and trust: The consequences of Waterweed and Centipede's betrayal of God Mountain and Jiang Qian.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Qian and Waterweed: A tense and dangerous interaction as Jiang Qian threatens Waterweed with extreme interrogation methods.
• Sha Jin, Ayiguli, and other God Mountain members: Discuss Jiang Qian's situation and the potential changes for God Mountain.
• Elegy and Xiao Yang: Remain silent and watchful as Jiang Qian interrogates Waterweed, sensing the danger and cruelty of the situation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Qian, as the executioner, interrogates Waterweed, a spy for the Black Chrysanthemum Society, using brutal methods.
• Waterweed reveals that she was one of over a hundred child spies sent into the country ten years ago to plant "seeds" and create chaos.
• She confesses that her superior, "Unseverable," participated in the plan to destroy Sacred Mountain and release Ancestor God.
• Jiang Qian stops the interrogation when Waterweed can no longer withstand the torture.
• Jiang Qian then turns his attention to Centipede, who reveals his grievances against the law-abiding officials, particularly the Insect Clan among the Ten Clans.
• Jiang Qian offers Centipede a chance to expose the truth about God Mountain's secrets and identify those who framed their colleagues.

Character Developments

• Jiang Qian demonstrates his ruthlessness and effectiveness as an interrogator, striking fear into Waterweed and Centipede.
• Waterweed's resilience and determination are revealed as she endures torture and confesses her mission and superior's involvement.
• Centipede's bitterness and resentment towards the law-abiding officials and the Insect Clan are exposed, motivating him to cooperate with Jiang Qian.
• Xiao Yang witnesses the interrogation and is deeply affected by Jiang Qian's methods, developing a profound fear of him.

Significant Themes

• The brutal and effective nature of Jiang Qian's interrogation methods.
• The lengths to which spies will go to complete their missions and the consequences of their actions.
• The bitterness and resentment that can fester within individuals when they feel wronged or betrayed.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Qian and Waterweed: A brutal interrogation where Waterweed's resilience is tested, and she eventually confesses her mission and superior's involvement.
• Jiang Qian and Centipede: A tense exchange where Centipede reveals his grievances, and Jiang Qian offers him a chance to expose the truth before his death.
• Xiao Yang and Jiang Qian: Xiao Yang witnesses Jiang Qian's interrogation methods and develops a deep fear of him.
• Waterweed and Centipede: Both are prisoners under Jiang Qian's control, and their fates are intertwined as they await their respective punishments.

• The official License Holder teams have converged outside the temple, with Yu Teng's team arriving last. Yu Teng questions Lan Junxian and Ji Ming about the delay in attacking.
• Princess Senxi, the Tree Clan princess, is revealed to be among Yu Teng's team, much to Lan Junxian's and Ji Ming's surprise. She explains that she is there to repay a debt to Hidden Dragon (Jiang Qian) and that Sunflower Granny will ensure her safety.
• The Golden Condor Martial Saint expresses impatience and presses Lan Junxian for more information about the informant.
• Inside the private instance, Jiang Qian successfully interrogates Waterweed and Centipede, extracting valuable information about God Mountain Organization's plans. He then asks Elegy to summon Kraken, but they are surprised to find that there are many more Kraken Sea Monsters present.
• Outside the temple, Sha Jin blocks the entrance, preventing anyone from entering until Jiang Qian is ready. The Mad Python Crone attacks Sha Jin, but Ayiguli intervenes and tries to reason with her. However, the Mad Python Crone unleashes her conceptual power, "Suffocation," incapacitating both Sha Jin and Ayiguli. Just as she is about to enter the temple, a voice from within orders her to stop, and the temple doors creak open.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A flock of crows breaks open the main gates of the sacred hall, signaling the arrival of Jiang Qian and his allies.
• Waterweed and Centipede, key conspirators, are found in the hall, with Waterweed severely injured and Centipede bound.
• Mad Python Crone leads God Mountain forces into the hall, confronting Jiang Qian.
• Jiang Qian plays a recorded testimony from Waterweed, revealing her betrayal and the harm she caused to the God Mountain Organization, including the Holy Mother.
• The testimony leads to the arrest of Waterweed's accomplices within the hall and those later brought in by Water Ghost and Night Lord.
• Mad Python Crone demands to see the Holy Mother, but Jiang Qian reveals that he has been entrusted with full authority over God Mountain's decisions.

Character Developments

• Jiang Qian demonstrates calm leadership and strategic planning, revealing his trustworthiness as the Holy Lord.
• Mad Python Crone, initially furious, becomes increasingly distraught and confused as the truth about Waterweed's betrayal unfolds.
• Waterweed and Centipede are exposed as traitors, leading to their capture and the arrest of their accomplices.
• The God Mountain members grapple with the shocking truth, their trust in their colleagues shattered.

Significant Themes

• Betrayal and its consequences: Waterweed's actions highlight the destructive power of betrayal within an organization.
• Truth and its impact: The revelation of the truth about Waterweed's actions causes a profound shift in the God Mountain members' perceptions and allegiances.
• Leadership and authority: Jiang Qian's calm handling of the situation and his possession of the Mother Queen Gu establish his authority as the Holy Lord.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Qian and Mad Python Crone: Their interaction highlights the power dynamic between the Holy Lord and the God Mountain Protector, with Jiang Qian maintaining composure and authority.
• Jiang Qian and the God Mountain members: Jiang Qian's calm demeanor and strategic planning earn him the trust and support of the God Mountain members, including Ayiguli and Sha Jin.
• Waterweed and her accomplices: Their interactions reveal the extent of their betrayal and the harm they caused to the God Mountain Organization, leading to their eventual capture.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The God Mountain Organization faces imminent danger from the Order authorities.
• Jiang Qian proposes making a deal with the authorities to minimize losses and preserve God Mountain's strength.
• God Mountain members are divided into two groups based on their support for Jiang Qian's proposal.
• The Order authorities launch a surprise attack from the south and north.

Character Developments

• Jiang Qian demonstrates leadership and strategic thinking, attempting to navigate God Mountain through the crisis.
• The Mad Python Crone and Centipede reveal their differing views on God Mountain's mission and purpose.
• Ji Ming, though not present, shows concern for Jiang Qian's safety and the importance of the intelligence he carries.

Significant Themes

• Unity vs. Division: The God Mountain members must choose whether to stand together or split based on their views.
• Leadership and Decision-Making: Jiang Qian must make tough decisions to protect God Mountain, while Ji Ming must prioritize Senxi's safety and the intelligence's importance.
• Trust and Betrayal: The tension between Jiang Qian's past as an authority member and his current role as God Mountain's successor is a source of mistrust among some members.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Qian interacts with the God Mountain members, attempting to guide them towards a united front.
• The Mad Python Crone and Centipede clash over their views on God Mountain's purpose and the proper course of action.
• Jiang Qian communicates with Ji Ming, updating him on the situation and requesting a private meeting to discuss the intelligence.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Qian treats God Mountain members suffering from backlash, demonstrating his power and concern for them.
• Mad Python Crone, the God Mountain protector, supports Jiang Qian as her successor and urges others to follow him.
• The official forces led by Ji Ming and Lan Junxian arrive at the sacred hall, and the fog barrier parts to reveal the entrance.

Character Developments

• Jiang Qian shows his medical prowess and leadership, winning the trust of God Mountain members.
• Mad Python Crone acknowledges Jiang Qian as the successor and expresses her support for him.
• Ji Ming and Lan Junxian display unity and adherence to the agreed rules.

Significant Themes

• Power and its consequences: The God Mountain members' strength comes at the cost of backlash, highlighting the double-edged nature of power.
• Leadership and trust: Jiang Qian's actions earn him the respect and loyalty of the God Mountain members.
• Unity and cooperation: The official forces work together to face the challenge posed by the God Mountain Organization.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Qian and Mad Python Crone: Their interaction shows Mad Python Crone's initial skepticism turning into support for Jiang Qian.
• Jiang Qian and the God Mountain members: Jiang Qian's treatment of the members suffering from backlash wins their trust and loyalty.
• Ji Ming and Lan Junxian: They work together, adhering to the agreed rules and displaying unity in the face of the God Mountain Organization.

Key Plot Points and Events

+ Jiang Qian meets the official cadres at the God Mountain Temple.
+ He reveals that he has won the God Mountain crown prince competition and gained experience points to advance to the Fifth State.
+ He requests to communicate privately with someone of a higher rank regarding sensitive intelligence.
+ Ji Ming and Jiang Qian have a private conversation where Jiang Qian reveals his connection to the Predator Family.

Character Developments

+ Jiang Qian demonstrates his growth and accomplishments, earning respect from Ji Ming and Lan Junxian.
+ Ji Ming shows his trust in Jiang Qian by taking responsibility for his actions and allowing him to reveal sensitive information privately.
+ Lan Junxian shows his unwavering support for Jiang Qian, acting as a buffer between him and Ji Ming.

Significant Themes

+ Trust and responsibility between superiors and subordinates.
+ The consequences of revealing sensitive information and the need for caution.
+ The pressure and expectations that come with rapid growth and success.

Character Interactions

+ Jiang Qian and Ji Ming: A tense but ultimately trusting relationship, with Ji Ming showing his support for Jiang Qian's growth and accomplishments.
+ Jiang Qian and Lan Junxian: A strong mentor-student bond, with Lan Junxian demonstrating his unwavering support and belief in Jiang Qian.
+ Jiang Qian and the official cadres: A mix of curiosity, interest, and caution, with the cadres marveling at Jiang Qian's accomplishments while also being wary of his intentions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Qian reveals his connection to the legendary figure "Treading Snow into Plum Blossoms," convincing Ji Ming to support his promotion.
• Princess Senxi goes missing from her room, sparking a search within the base.
• Yu Teng, a Tree Clan official, is exposed as a spy for the Black Chrysanthemum Society and is captured.
• Jiang Qian's quick thinking and actions help expose Yu Teng's plot to kidnap Princess Senxi.
• Princess Senxi is found safe, and Yu Teng is defeated.

Character Developments

• Jiang Qian demonstrates his intelligence and resourcefulness in exposing Yu Teng's plot.
• Princess Senxi shows her carefree and flirtatious side, expressing her feelings for Jiang Qian.
• Yu Teng's true colors are revealed, showing his cunning and ruthlessness.

Significant Themes

• Trust and betrayal: Yu Teng's betrayal highlights the theme of trust and its importance in maintaining relationships and alliances.
• Power dynamics: The pressure Jiang Qian faced from Ji Ming showcases the power dynamics at play in their relationship.
• Responsibility: Jiang Qian's actions demonstrate his sense of responsibility towards protecting Princess Senxi and upholding justice.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Qian and Ji Ming: Their interaction shows Ji Ming's initial suspicion and later trust in Jiang Qian.
• Jiang Qian and Princess Senxi: Their interaction reveals Princess Senxi's growing affection for Jiang Qian.
• Yu Teng and Princess Senxi: Their interaction highlights Yu Teng's ruthlessness and desperation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Qian, Ji Ming, and Lan Junxian travel to Jingcheng to meet the Predator Family's highest authority, the White Tiger Venerable.
• Jiang Qian meets with the White Tiger Venerable in private, who reveals that he knows Jiang Qian's true identity and has been protecting the Jiang Family.
• Jiang Qian asks about Jiang Yang's disappearance and his father's death, seeking the truth behind these events.

Character Developments

• Jiang Qian: Shows determination and composure in his negotiation with the White Tiger Venerable. He is willing to confront the truth about his father's past and seek answers about Jiang Yang's disappearance.
• White Tiger Venerable: Reveals himself to be aware of Jiang Qian's true identity and has been protecting the Jiang Family. He shows a willingness to discuss the past and answer Jiang Qian's questions.

Significant Themes

• Truth and deception: The White Tiger Venerable's revelation about knowing Jiang Qian's true identity and protecting the Jiang Family challenges Jiang Qian's understanding of his past. The truth about Jiang Yang's disappearance and Jiang Qian's father's death remains elusive, driving the narrative forward.
• Power dynamics: The negotiation between Jiang Qian and the White Tiger Venerable highlights the power imbalance between them, with the White Tiger Venerable holding more influence and knowledge. However, Jiang Qian's bargaining chips allow him to engage in this conversation, demonstrating the importance of leverage in their relationship.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Qian and White Tiger Venerable: Their interaction is tense yet respectful, with both parties aware of the power dynamics at play. The White Tiger Venerable reveals crucial information about Jiang Qian's past, while Jiang Qian seeks answers about his family's history.
• Jiang Qian and Ji Ming: Although not present in this chapter, their relationship is implied to be one of mutual respect and understanding, with Ji Ming having hinted at the importance of Jiang Qian's upcoming conversation with the White Tiger Venerable.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Qian learns about the God War from White Tiger, who reveals that no one who truly fought in the war survived, and that the cause of the disaster was an imbalance in the world's energy system.
• Jiang Qian shares information about the God Mountain Organization and the Black Chrysanthemum Society's spy conspiracy with White Tiger.
• White Tiger reveals that he authorized Jiang Qian's father, Jiang Xuesong, to establish the God Mountain Organization.

Character Developments

• Jiang Qian becomes more determined to protect those he cares about after learning about the potential global crisis.
• White Tiger demonstrates his knowledge and influence by revealing his involvement in the God Mountain Organization's creation.

Significant Themes

• The consequences of power imbalance and the struggle for control.
• The importance of family and personal connections in decision-making.
• The tension between personal gain and global responsibility.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Qian and White Tiger engage in a negotiation, with Jiang Qian sharing intelligence and White Tiger revealing secrets.
• The conversation highlights the power dynamics between the two, with White Tiger holding more information and influence.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Qian learns that the Predator Family's White Tiger Venerable authorized his father to handle God Mountain affairs.
• The White Tiger Venerable reveals that the Predator Family hid the Ancestor God's power for long-term control and to preserve remnants of Xuesong's forces.
• Jiang Qian agrees to work for the Special Operations Department, investigating global unconventional power incidents.
• Jiang Qian visits the Predator Family's confidential archive, learning about his father's past missions and achievements.

Character Developments

• Jiang Qian gains a deeper understanding of his father's past and the true extent of his contributions.
• The White Tiger Venerable demonstrates his political acumen and generosity, forgiving past grievances and offering Jiang Qian a significant role in the authorities.
• Lan Junxian hints at having more information to share with Jiang Qian, suggesting a deeper understanding of the situation.

Significant Themes

• The price of power and the consequences of unconventional powers.
• The importance of loyalty and rare talents in the eyes of those in power.
• The complex relationships between families and organizations, and the hidden truths behind them.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Qian interacts with the White Tiger Venerable, learning about his father's past and accepting a new role in the authorities.
• Jiang Qian and Lan Junxian discuss their next steps, with Lan Junxian hinting at revealing more information to Jiang Qian.
• Jiang Qian visits the Predator Family's archive with Elder Helian, who later takes Ji Ming aside for a private conversation.

Plot Points & Events

• Jiang Qian returns to the Jinping Branch after the God Mountain case, wrapping up loose ends and handing over involved parties and divine-duty items.
• He learns that Tooth Brother, Ape, Sha Jin, and Elegy have joined his team, and Waterweed, Centipede, and Yu Teng are being tried.
• Lan Junxian invites Jiang Qian to meet Little Dragon Girl, who holds a dragon-type Identity Card, to discuss Jiang Qian's failed attempt to transform into a dragon.

Character Developments

• Jiang Qian: He remains calm and collected after the intense God Mountain case, showing growth in his ability to handle pressure. He's determined to try again to transform into a dragon.
• Little Dragon Girl: She's revealed to have a dragon-type Identity Card and warns Jiang Qian about the dangers and requirements of 'transforming into a dragon.' She's concerned about Lan Junxian's well-being.

Significant Themes

• The power and danger of dragon-type Identity Cards.
• The struggle between ambition and self-control, as seen in Jiang Qian's determination to transform into a dragon despite the risks.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Qian and Little Dragon Girl: They meet for the second time, and she warns him about the dangers of his ambition. Their interaction is tense, with Little Dragon Girl expressing doubt in Jiang Qian's ability to control his animality.
• Lan Junxian and Little Dragon Girl: Their relationship is hinted to be more than just teacher and student. Lan Junxian is concerned about Little Dragon Girl's animality, and she's protective of him.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Qian's fusion of four dragon-type cards is revealed, causing Little Dragon Girl to apologize for her earlier misunderstanding.
• Little Dragon Girl shares her experiences and strategies for controlling a "dragon" card, which is a rare stackable Identity Card.
• Jiang Qian learns about Dragon God Yun Zhongshuo, the first person to successfully transform into a dragon, and the challenges of controlling a "dragon" card.
• Little Dragon Girl leaves due to an urgent phone call, and Lan Junxian shares that she is his cousin and Dragon God's daughter.

Character Developments

• Jiang Qian gains a deeper understanding of "dragon" cards and their risks, as well as strategies to control them.
• Little Dragon Girl shows concern and guidance towards Jiang Qian, revealing her understanding of the challenges he faces.
• Lan Junxian demonstrates his support for Jiang Qian, helping him connect with Little Dragon Girl and sharing family secrets.

Significant Themes

• The power and risks of "dragon" cards, and the different strategies for controlling them.
• The importance of mentorship and guidance in the Super-Species World.
• The legacy of Dragon God Yun Zhongshuo and the impact of his actions on the current world.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Qian and Little Dragon Girl interact, with her providing guidance and him gaining a deeper understanding of "dragon" cards.
• Lan Junxian supports Jiang Qian, helping him connect with Little Dragon Girl and sharing family secrets.
• Jiang Qian and Lan Junxian discuss the future, with Jiang Qian expressing his gratitude and willingness to help if needed.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Qian learns about the Little Dragon Girl's true identity and the requirements for advancing to the Fifth State.
• He receives a letter from Ye Xiaojing, who is in seclusion for her breakthrough.
• Jiang Qian speaks with Xue Yang, who has been promoted to a centipede License Holder and is transferring to Wanzhong Group.
• Jiang Qian reviews God Mountain's intelligence and magical artifacts, discovering the Hundred-Absorption Essence-Devouring Beast, which can absorb impurities and convert them into essence.
• He tests the Essence-Devouring Beast on himself, finding it effective in reducing his animalistic urges.
• Jiang Qian selects two more magical artifacts and summons Sha Jin and Elegy, preparing to use the Sacred Mountain Illusion instance to reach the God Mountain Temple.

Character Developments

• Jiang Qian gains a better understanding of his path to the Fifth State and the challenges ahead.
• He discovers a solution to his growing animalistic urges with the Essence-Devouring Beast.
• Xue Yang's promotion and transfer indicate his growing influence and ambition.

Significant Themes

• The struggle against animalistic urges and the search for control over one's power.
• The importance of intelligence and knowledge in the Super-Species World.
• The potential and dangers of magical artifacts.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Qian and Xue Yang maintain their mentor-mentee relationship, with Xue Yang seeking Jiang Qian's help for his transfer.
• Jiang Qian interacts with the Essence-Devouring Beast, discovering its unique abilities and forming a bond with it.
• Jiang Qian summons Sha Jin and Elegy, preparing to work together in the Sacred Mountain Illusion instance.