Chapter Summaries

Plot Points & Events

• Juan, despite initial concerns, finds Phantom theater business booming due to Holy Light Church and Caster Association's support.
• The first Phantom's premiere is a massive success, but Juan notices potential issues with ticket scalpers and audience etiquette.
• Juan attends the premiere incognito to experience it as an ordinary audience member, observing the audience's reactions and potential problems.

Character Developments

• Juan grows more cautious and analytical about the Holy Light Church and Caster Association's motives.
• Juan's professionalism and dedication to understanding consumers' experiences are highlighted.

Significant Themes

• The struggle between tradition and innovation, as seen in the audience's reaction to the Phantom's realism and the zealots' disapproval of casual believers' expressions of faith.
• The power of marketing and public opinion, as demonstrated by the Holy Light Church's influence in promoting Phantoms.

Character Interactions

• Juan interacts with the audience, observing their reactions and intervening in a conflict between zealots and casual believers.
• Jia Xiu, Juan's junior brother, is mentioned to be getting close to the Caster Association, which worries Juan.
• Justina, the Radiant Knight, is briefly mentioned, expressing approval of both devout and casual expressions of faith.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jia Xiu puts Justina's experiment on hold due to her unstable behavior after gaining a surge of faith from Phantom's premiere.
• Justina, now glowing with Holy Light, struggles to process the influx of prayers and faith.
• Jia Xiu explains the importance of maintaining a good image to attract nonbelievers and grow Justina's faith.

Character Developments

• Justina: Becomes overwhelmed by the sudden influx of faith and struggles to maintain her composure. She learns about the challenges of managing followers and maintaining her image.
• Jia Xiu: Demonstrates his understanding of fan culture and advises Justina on how to handle her followers and maintain her appeal to nonbelievers.

Significant Themes

• The challenges of managing and maintaining a growing base of followers.
• The importance of image and appeal to nonbelievers in growing one's faith.
• The struggle between fanaticism and inclusivity within a faith community.

Character Interactions

• Jia Xiu and Justina: Jia Xiu guides Justina through the challenges of managing her followers and maintaining her image. Justina learns from Jia Xiu's advice and takes steps to address the issues within her faith community.
• Justina and her followers: Justina learns that her followers are critical to her faith's growth but also poses challenges in maintaining a harmonious image. She decides to address their concerns and set boundaries.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jia Xiu and Justina discuss ways for Justina to gain an official divine authority.
• Jia Xiu suggests an exam system for becoming a god, which Justina rejects.
• Jia Xiu proposes turning Justina into a divine authority for a unique, useful function: an online magic library to store and search professional papers, and check for duplicates.
• Justina agrees to the plan, excited about her new divine authority.

Character Developments

• Justina: Becomes more open to the idea of gaining divine authority and shows excitement about her new divine role.
• Jia Xiu: Demonstrates his strategic thinking and understanding of the divine system, aiming to benefit both Justina and the magical community.

Significant Themes

• Divine authority and its acquisition.
• The potential for technology and magic to intersect and benefit society.
• The struggle between tradition and innovation in the magical world.

Character Interactions

• Jia Xiu and Justina: Jia Xiu guides Justina through the process of understanding and accepting her new divine role, while Justina expresses her excitement and trust in Jia Xiu's ideas.
• Jia Xiu's thoughts: He considers the benefits and drawbacks of various divine authorities, ultimately deciding on one that will greatly impact the magical community.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jia Xiu decides to study existing research before creating a paper storage system.
• He borrows relevant articles from the Association's archives and sends Justina to promote herself.
• Jia Xiu discovers that previous researchers couldn't solve the problem of information loss during magical storage.
• He conducts experiments to understand the interference process and notices abrupt mana fluctuations during content changes.
• Jia Xiu realizes that rolling back to the initial state could solve the problem but finds the simplest backup method inelegant.
• He develops a more efficient backup method based on user requests and mana flow detection.

Character Developments

• Jia Xiu demonstrates his dedication to understanding the problem thoroughly before attempting to solve it.
• He shows his preference for elegant solutions over brute-force methods.
• Justina's role as a traffic idol is emphasized, and she's sent to maintain her public presence.

Significant Themes

• The importance of understanding and learning from past research.
• The struggle between elegance and practicality in problem-solving.
• The challenges of storing and retrieving information magically.

Character Interactions

• Jia Xiu and Justina have a clear division of labor: Jia Xiu focuses on research, while Justina promotes herself.
• Jia Xiu's thoughts and actions are the primary focus, with Justina's activities happening off-page.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jia Xiu spends the night focused on research, with Justina providing occasional updates.
• He realizes that the probability of consecutive failures in his paper retrieval method is manageable, but still wants to improve it.
• Margaret arrives with breakfast, and Jia Xiu shares his research progress with her.
• Margaret casually asks about the frequency of sudden changes in the paper retrieval process, leading Jia Xiu to a breakthrough idea.

Character Developments

• Jia Xiu: Shows dedication and perseverance in his research, despite the challenges and setbacks. He also demonstrates adaptability, applying his solutions to different problems.
• Margaret: Shows support and encouragement towards Jia Xiu's work, providing emotional support and unintentionally helping him reach a breakthrough.

Significant Themes

• Persistence and dedication in research and problem-solving.
• The importance of mentorship and collaboration in academic progress.
• The adaptability of solutions and their potential applications beyond the original problem.

Character Interactions

• Jia Xiu and Margaret: Jia Xiu shares his research with Margaret, seeking her input. Margaret provides emotional support and unintentionally helps Jia Xiu reach a breakthrough.
• Jia Xiu and Justina: Jia Xiu receives occasional updates from Justina, which help him maintain focus and provide useful information.

Plot Points and Events

• Jia Xiu submits an application to convert the Caster Association's paper records into a magical format and place them in Justina's faith-prayer space.
• He also proposes a pilot program for a new plagiarism-checking system at Saint Delro Academy.
• The Association President and Headmaster Nico review Jia Xiu's proposal, asking detailed questions about the plagiarism-checking system.
• Jia Xiu explains the system's principles, standards, and adjustable variables.
• The President decides to proceed with the implementation of the system.

Character Developments

• Jia Xiu demonstrates his problem-solving skills, initiative, and consideration for his juniors by proposing the plagiarism-checking system.
• He also shows his strategic thinking by choosing Saint Delro Academy as the pilot site for practical and reputational benefits.
• The President is portrayed as decisive and supportive of Jia Xiu's proposals, while Headmaster Nico is shown to be meticulous and strict in his questioning.

Significant Themes

• Technology and Innovation: Jia Xiu's proposals represent advancements in magical technology and research methods.
• Institutional Support: The President's quick decision to support Jia Xiu's proposals highlights the importance of institutional backing for innovation.
• Education and Plagiarism: The plagiarism-checking system raises questions about academic integrity, standards, and the balance between innovation and existing knowledge.

Character Interactions

• Jia Xiu interacts with the President and Headmaster Nico, demonstrating respect and honesty while also subtly advocating for his proposals.
• The President and Headmaster Nico engage in a professional discussion, with the President showing trust in Jia Xiu's ideas and Headmaster Nico asking detailed, critical questions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Florence returns to her dorm to find her roommate distressed over a high plagiarism rate in her paper.
• The plagiarism detection system is not yet complete, and older papers have not been uploaded, which could increase the duplication rate.
• Florence and her roommate go to a teahouse to choose a paper topic, where they meet a visitor from the Finny Kingdom who is impressed by the plagiarism detection system.
• Jia Xiu and Justina discuss the rapid adoption of the plagiarism detection system across the continent, and Justina feels she is close to mastering her divine authority.

Character Developments

• Florence: She has left the Sisters' Society and now studies seriously, joining projects and competitions. She is an admirer of Jia Xiu and volunteers for the Thesis Enchantment Project Team to work on the plagiarism detection system.
• Florence's roommate: She is struggling with her studies and initially wants to take shortcuts but eventually decides to write her paper properly with Florence's help.
• Justina: She feels she is close to mastering her divine authority, sensing every paper upload and plagiarism-check request across the continent.

Significant Themes

• Academic integrity and the importance of proper research methods.
• The competitive nature of the education industry on the continent.
• The rapid adoption of new technologies and their impact on society.

Character Interactions

• Florence and her roommate: Florence helps her roommate choose a suitable paper topic and guides her on proper research methods.
• Florence and the visitor from the Finny Kingdom: They discuss the plagiarism detection system, and the visitor is impressed by its efficiency.
• Jia Xiu and Justina: They discuss the rapid adoption of the plagiarism detection system and the possibility of Justina mastering her divine authority.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jia Xiu learns about the process of ascending to godhood from Justina.
• Justina reveals she has already completed the first step of becoming a god.
• Jia Xiu agrees to witness Justina's ascension ritual in a Phantom filming set.
• Justina's ascension begins abruptly, and she invites Jia Xiu and his team into her divine kingdom, a vast expanse of books.

Character Developments

• Jia Xiu: Shows care and support for Justina's ascension, despite his initial skepticism about the process.
• Justina: Ascends to godhood, displaying a mix of smug satisfaction and eagerness for praise. Her divine kingdom reflects her connection to knowledge and books.
• Ram: Demonstrates empathy and understanding, asking about Justina's identity after her ascension.

Significant Themes

• The process of becoming a god, involving great deeds, followers' faith, and a ritual.
• The contrast between Justina's divine ascension and her undignified, human-like emotions.
• The blurring of lines between reality and Phantom worlds, as seen in the filming set and Justina's divine kingdom.

Character Interactions

• Jia Xiu and Justina: Jia Xiu supports Justina's ascension, while Justina seeks his recognition and praise.
• Jia Xiu and his team: They react to Justina's ascension with curiosity and questions about her divine kingdom.
• Ram and Justina: Ram shows empathy and understanding towards Justina's transformation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Justina, now a Lesser God, struggles with her new role and the attention her divine kingdom receives.
• Jia Xiu and his group enter Justina's divine kingdom, filled with books due to her understanding of the Thesis-Magic System.
• Jia Xiu questions Justina about the nature of her divine kingdom, its rules, and its purpose.
• Mia calculates the potential savings from using Justina's divine kingdom for experiments.

Character Developments

• Justina: Struggles with her new role as a god and the lack of understanding about her divine kingdom. She shows generosity by allowing Jia Xiu's group to use her domain for experiments.
• Jia Xiu: Demonstrates his analytical skills and curiosity about Justina's divine kingdom. He also shows a desire to make the best use of resources.
• Mia: Shows her dedication to her work and her ability to calculate complex financial scenarios.

Significant Themes

• The nature of divinity and divine kingdoms.
• The relationship between gods and their followers.
• The curiosity and desire for knowledge and understanding.

Character Interactions

• Justina and Jia Xiu: Engage in a playful banter while Jia Xiu questions Justina about her divine kingdom.
• Jia Xiu and Mia: Jia Xiu asks Mia about her actions, and Mia explains her calculations regarding the use of Justina's divine kingdom.
• Justina and Mia: Justina shows generosity by allowing Mia to use her divine kingdom for experiments.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jia Xiu Squad tests Justina's magical power output, finding it nearly inexhaustible.
• Jia Xiu Squad crosses over to the Ukmak Empire's teleportation plane, landing in a grassy hillside.
• They find a small, unusual creature and use it to locate a massive, ancient temple ruin.

Character Developments

• Justina feels like a tool in the lab but accepts her role as the magical power source and guardian of the passage.
• Jia Xiu shows concern for Justina's well-being and the server's stability, demonstrating his responsibility as a leader.
• Bubu is excited about her first expedition and captures the creature for Gillianis to communicate with.
• Gillianis maintains her Druid dignity despite her unconventional behavior, showing professionalism in communicating with the creature.

Significant Themes

• Power and Responsibility: Justina feels overworked but accepts her role due to her power. Jia Xiu feels responsible for the team's safety and the server's stability.
• Exploration and Discovery: The squad ventures into the unknown, seeking answers about the plane and its civilization.
• Communication and Understanding: Gillianis communicates with the creature, showing the importance of understanding different perspectives.

Character Interactions

• Jia Xiu and Justina have a mentor-mentee relationship, with Jia Xiu guiding and considering Justina's well-being.
• Jia Xiu and Bubu have a leader-subordinate relationship, with Jia Xiu giving orders and Bubu enthusiastically following them.
• Gillianis and the creature have a Druid-animal interaction, with Gillianis using her affinity to communicate with the creature.
• The team works together, with each member contributing their unique skills and perspectives to further their goal.

Plot Points and Events

• Jia Xiu's group easily ascends and descends the mountain, reaching the ruins of a temple with an unfamiliar architectural style.
• They discover no visible entrance, so Gillianis uses Wall-Passing to create an entrance, revealing a cramped interior.
• They find a large hall filled with skeletons of humanoid creatures, seemingly killed during a grand gathering.

Character Developments

• Jia Xiu demonstrates his ability to sense mana fluctuations, leading the group to the hall of skeletons.
• Gillianis showcases her exceptional proficiency in Wall-Passing due to her habit of hiding wine in thick-walled cellars.
• Ram provides architectural insights, suggesting the low mathematical level of the temple's builders.

Significant Themes

• The contrast between the temple's grand exterior and cramped interior, reflecting the limitations of the builders' technological and mathematical abilities.
• The mysterious circumstances surrounding the deaths of the humanoid creatures, adding to the overall mystery of the plane.

Character Interactions

• Jia Xiu consults his companions about the unfamiliar architectural style, leading to a discussion about its possible origins.
• Gillianis and Jia Xiu discuss the thickness of the temple's walls and the effort required to pass through them.
• Mia and Jia Xiu exchange words about the state of the skeletons, highlighting the abundance of microorganisms on this plane.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The group discovers a hall filled with Vampire skeletons, all in the same pose, dressed formally, and unharmed.
• Jia Xiu casts an illumination spell, causing the skeletons to burn, revealing them to be Vampires.
• Gillianis finds a diary written in Old Common by a Vampire named Frederick.
• The diary reveals that the Vampires on this plane have developed nations and worship Tatiana as their "Mother of Sacred Blood," who manifests once a year.
• The Vampires' lifespan is limited, and they rely on runestones to survive. The area they've been exploring is a "forbidden zone" where they would quickly die without protection.

Character Developments

• Jia Xiu demonstrates his knowledge of magic and deduction skills by identifying the skeletons as Vampires and understanding the diary's significance.
• Mia suggests they retreat and find a safer path, showing caution.
• Justina expresses her discomfort with the situation, revealing her bravery but also her limits.

Significant Themes

• The struggle for survival and adaptation in a new environment.
• The pursuit of power and divinity, as seen in Tatiana's actions and the Vampires' worship of her.
• The consequences of isolation and lack of resources, as evidenced by the Vampires' limited lifespan and reliance on runestones.

Character Interactions

• Jia Xiu and Elizabeth discuss the nature of the Vampires' remains and the smell of burning Vampires.
• Jia Xiu, Mia, and Margaret analyze the diary's contents and theorize about Tatiana's goals and the Vampires' situation.
• Justina expresses her discomfort with the situation, highlighting her character's bravery but also her limits.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jia Xiu and the group decipher a Vampire's diary, detailing the Vampire's plane's decline and the Vampires' eventual sacrifice to preserve their kind.
• Jia Xiu discovers faint magic power in the form of glowing stone crumbs, suggesting the presence of runestones.
• They find a map carved into the temple floor, leading to a city called Karaga.

Character Developments

• Jia Xiu becomes more determined to find the source of the magic power and the runestones.
• Elizabeth sympathizes deeply with the Vampires' fate.
• Mia shows her knowledge of Druidic lore but its limitations in this context.

Significant Themes

• Sacrifice and survival in desperate circumstances.
• The power and value of runestones.
• The passage of time and the remnants of the past.

Character Interactions

• Jia Xiu and Elizabeth: Jia Xiu comforts Elizabeth after she becomes emotional over the Vampires' story.
• Jia Xiu and Mia: Jia Xiu considers Mia's Druidic abilities but learns they're not useful in this situation.
• Jia Xiu and Ram: Jia Xiu praises Ram for finding the glowing stone crumbs.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jia Xiu's group walks for hours without finding Karaga City, leading them to suspect the map's accuracy.
• They discover a small, abandoned town with signs of hasty departure.
• Jia Xiu decides to set up a fixed teleportation passage and explore the town for clues.
• A group of locals, seemingly in pursuit of someone, stumble upon Jia Xiu's group, leading to a tense standoff.

Character Developments

• Jia Xiu demonstrates leadership and resourcefulness, deciding to cook for the group and setting up a teleportation passage.
• Ram shows expertise in identifying architectural features and workmanship.
• The locals' appearance reveals their desperate and makeshift state, hinting at their difficult circumstances.

Significant Themes

• The decline of civilization and technology, as seen in the town's abandoned state and primitive repairs.
• The struggle for survival, evident in the locals' desperate appearance and the tension between them and Jia Xiu's group.

Character Interactions

• Jia Xiu and his group coordinate their actions, with Jia Xiu giving orders and the others responding promptly.
• The locals' reaction to Jia Xiu's group suggests they are terrified of outsiders or have had negative experiences with them.
• Jia Xiu's immediate call for reinforcements indicates his awareness of potential danger and the need for caution.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jia Xiu encounters a group of Vampires in the forbidden zone, who mistake him for a divine envoy due to his appearance and actions.
• Jia Xiu's team arrives, causing the Vampires to faint due to fear and misunderstanding.
• Jia Xiu examines a large rune stone and discovers it slows magical power dissipation, but its mechanism is unknown.
• Jia Xiu interrogates a young Vampire named Oren, who reveals that his city-state is facing Dissolution and that he was chased for stealing rune stones to find a solution.

Character Developments

• Jia Xiu demonstrates his leadership and quick thinking, managing his team and the situation with the Vampires.
• Oren shows courage and determination in his quest to save his people, despite his fear and inexperience.

Significant Themes

• The power of belief and deception, as Jia Xiu uses his charisma and knowledge to convince the Vampires he is a divine envoy.
• The struggle for survival and the lengths people will go to protect their communities, as seen in Oren's actions.

Character Interactions

• Jia Xiu interacts with the Vampires, using his knowledge and charisma to gain information and control the situation.
• Jia Xiu's team works together to handle the Vampires, with Elizabeth using illusion magic and Jia Xiu using his knowledge of magic to examine the rune stone.
• Oren interacts with Jia Xiu, revealing his motivations and providing information about his city-state.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jia Xiu and his group encounter Karaga City-state rangers pursuing Oren. Jia Xiu convinces them he is a divine messenger and sends them back to notify the city-state of his arrival.
• The group has a meal with Oren, who reveals that criminals in his city-state are expelled into the wilderness, and that Wanderers (expelled Vampires) form their own communities and pose a threat to city-states.
• Jia Xiu learns that Oren's mother is the city's Seer and his uncle is the city lord, indicating a union of political and religious power.
• The group encounters a mysterious underground phenomenon that causes magic dissipation to accelerate. Jia Xiu sends an earth elemental to investigate, but it only finds some soil, stones, minerals, and tiny green insects.

Character Developments

• Oren: Reveals his family's political and religious influence, and his desire to save his people despite his young age and weak physical state.
• Jia Xiu: Shows concern for the Vampires' plight and decides to help them if he can, demonstrating a growing sense of responsibility.

Significant Themes

• The consequences of political and religious power concentrated in one family.
• The struggle for survival and the desperation to save one's people in the face of adversity.
• The importance of knowledge and skill transmission in societal progress.

Character Interactions

• Jia Xiu and Oren: Jia Xiu learns about Vampire society and Oren's background, while Oren is in awe of Jia Xiu's divine messenger status and the group's food.
• Oren and Elizabeth: Oren is unnerved by Elizabeth's circling and studying of him.
• Jia Xiu and Justina: Jia Xiu consults Justina about the magic consumption rate during the underground phenomenon.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jia Xiu's group reaches Karaga City, greeted by a wooden wall defense.
• The city lord and prophet welcome them, with Oren introducing the city's prosperity.
• Jia Xiu performs a language translation spell on the city lord and prophet.
• Jia Xiu learns that the city's runestones are scarce, and the prophet reveals that the Mother of Sacred Blood hasn't summoned anyone for sixty years.

Character Developments

• Oren shows pride in his city and courage when standing beside Jia Xiu.
• The city lord and prophet are cautious and defensive upon meeting Jia Xiu.
• Jia Xiu remains calm and collected, using his divine powers to assert his authority.

Significant Themes

• The struggle for survival and resources in the face of environmental threats.
• The power dynamics between Jia Xiu and the local Vampires.
• The importance of information and knowledge in maintaining power and influence.

Character Interactions

• Jia Xiu and Oren: Oren is proud of his city and feels protected by Jia Xiu's presence.
• Jia Xiu and the city lord/prophet: The city lord and prophet are initially suspicious of Jia Xiu but eventually show deference to his divine power.
• Jia Xiu and the city's commoners: The commoners show curiosity and deference to Jia Xiu, kneeling along the road as he passes.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jia Xiu's divine envoy status is confirmed after he uses Holy Light.
• The Vampires of Karaga City submit to Jia Xiu's group.
• Jia Xiu questions the prophet about the Mother of Sacred Blood and her divination methods.
• Jia Xiu learns about the city's historical records and the Light of Destruction spell.
• Jia Xiu meets Master Dorag, a scholar who has been studying tremors and rune stones.

Character Developments

• Jia Xiu demonstrates his power and authority, solidifying his position as a divine envoy.
• The prophet shows remorse for her actions and is willing to sacrifice herself for her city-state.
• Master Dorag is revealed to be a dedicated scholar despite his frail appearance and lack of recognition.

Significant Themes

• Power and Authority: Jia Xiu's display of power establishes his authority and commands respect from the Vampires.
• Faith and Belief: The Vampires' faith in the Mother of Sacred Blood is shown to be more about tradition and stability than genuine devotion.
• Knowledge and Understanding: Master Dorag's dedication to understanding tremors and rune stones, despite limited resources and recognition, highlights the value of knowledge and pursuit of truth.

Character Interactions

• Jia Xiu interacts with the Vampires, questioning their prophet and city lord, and learning about their history and beliefs.
• Jia Xiu meets Master Dorag, who shares his theories about tremors and rune stones.
• Jia Xiu's group members, such as Margaret and Justina, provide assistance and support during interactions with the Vampires.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jia Xiu and his team search for bluegrass, which they believe is connected to ground tremors.
• They discover that bluegrass grows abundantly where a specific mineral ore is present.
• Jia Xiu concludes that ground tremors are caused by a creature that needs this mineral.
• They set up a temporary laboratory to observe and intercept the creature when it next appears.

Character Developments

• Jia Xiu demonstrates his analytical and problem-solving skills, as well as his ability to manage resources and plan strategically.
• Dorag shows his reliability and thorough record-keeping.
• Margaret displays her knowledge of elemental creatures and her ability to summon and communicate with them.
• Gillianis and Mia engage in a debate about Druid traditions, showing their distinct viewpoints.

Significant Themes

• The relationship between nature and the supernatural (the creature causing tremors and the bluegrass).
• The importance of thorough research and observation in understanding phenomena.
• The responsible use of resources and planning for the future (Jia Xiu's management of mana consumption).

Character Interactions

• Jia Xiu works collaboratively with his team, valuing their expertise and contributions.
• Jia Xiu and Dorag have a mentor-mentee relationship, with Jia Xiu learning about the local environment and Dorag learning about Jia Xiu's methods.
• Gillianis and Mia have a contentious but respectful familial relationship, engaging in intellectual debates.

Plot Points and Events

• Jia Xiu's team detects tremors and sends earth elements to investigate.
• They encounter an unknown force that interferes with their spells and earth elements, causing them to malfunction.
• The team discovers tiny insects in the interception nets, which they initially suspect to be the source of the disturbances.
• Jia Xiu conducts experiments on the insects, discovering that they can nullify magic.
• The team spends days researching the insects, learning about their behavior and diet.
• Jia Xiu struggles to understand why and how the insects nullify magic.
• The Sect Master hints that Jia Xiu should consider mana in a non-fluctuating state.

Character Developments

• Jia Xiu demonstrates leadership and determination in solving the mystery of the insects.
• Mia shows her spellcasting abilities and quick thinking in responding to the interference.
• Margaret considers involving the Adventurer Association for help but is hesitant due to potential consequences for the Vampire descendants.
• Jia Xiu remains determined to find a solution himself despite the challenges.

Significant Themes

• The power of magic and its limitations.
• The importance of perseverance and determination in the face of challenges.
• The consequences of involving external powers in local affairs.

Character Interactions

• Jia Xiu and Mia work together to understand and respond to the interference.
• Margaret and Jia Xiu discuss the possibility of involving the Adventurer Association.
• Jia Xiu and the Sect Master have a silent exchange, with the Sect Master providing a crucial hint.
• The team works together to research the insects, pooling their knowledge and skills.