Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Maria, the Hunter, and Doll travel to an alternate Yan, between the one Maria visited previously and the real Yan.
• Maria finds herself in an experimental farm field in Great Wilderness City, where new seeds are being tested.
• She discovers an Umbilical Cord in the soil, which she plans to retrieve later.
• Maria meets a young girl who invites her home, but Maria declines and asks for the person in charge instead.
• The girl leads Maria to a woman named Shu, who is overseeing the fields.

Character Developments

• Maria demonstrates her keen senses and understanding of Umbilical Cords, showing her experience and knowledge.
• Shu is initially confused and drawn to Maria, feeling a strange familiarity, hinting at a possible past encounter or connection.

Significant Themes

• The passage of time and its effects on places and people.
• The impact of Maria's actions and presence on the world around her.
• The theme of recognition and connection between Maria and Shu.

Character Interactions

• Maria and Doll maintain their partnership, with Doll expressing concern for Maria's well-being during their travels.
• Maria interacts with the old man and the young girl, showing kindness and curiosity.
• Shu's initial encounter with Maria is marked by confusion, attraction, and a sense of familiarity, suggesting a potential past connection or recognition.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Maria, a traveler from outside Great Wilderness City, meets Shu, the city's agricultural manager.
• Shu feels an inexplicable connection to Maria, reminiscent of a friend she's never met.
• Maria senses that Shu is incomplete and connected to Sui, but Shu has no memory of Sui or Maria.
• Shu shares that she and her siblings have recurring dreams about a friend they've never met.

Character Developments

• Shu: Shows curiosity and concern for Maria, feeling a subtle connection. She shares personal details about her dreams and family.
• Maria: Initially reserved, she opens up to Shu. She senses Shu's connection to Sui but keeps this information to herself.

Significant Themes

• Identity and memory: Shu's lack of memory about Sui and her friend, and Maria's awareness of Shu's incomplete connection to Sui.
• Friendship: The recurring dreams of Shu and her siblings about their unknown friend, and Shu's immediate concern for Maria.

Character Interactions

• Shu and Maria: Shu is initially embarrassed by Maria's presence but quickly warms up to her. Maria is reserved but opens up to Shu, sensing their connection.
• Shu and her siblings: Shu mentions that she and her siblings share recurring dreams about an unknown friend, hinting at a shared past or connection.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Maria arrives at Shu's home, having wandered aimlessly from Great Wilderness City.
• Shu invites Maria to stay for the night, offering her food and drink.
• Maria notices Shu's connection to the land and her suppression of something beneath it.
• A celestial master and Shu's younger brother arrive, with the celestial master recognizing Maria as the "General Conqueror of Evils."

Character Developments

• Maria: She is revealed to have keen perception, noticing Shu's connection to the land and understanding its significance. She is also recognized by the celestial master, hinting at a past identity.
• Shu: She is shown to have a unique bond with the land, suppressing something beneath it. She is initially wary of Maria but treats her kindly. She is also protective of her home and family, as seen when she invites Maria to stay.
• Celestial Master: He is surprised and recognizes Maria, revealing that she has a past identity as the "General Conqueror of Evils."

Significant Themes

• Perception vs. Deception: Maria's keen perception allows her to see things others miss, while Shu initially tries to deceive Maria about her connection to the land.
• Bond with the Land: Shu's bond with the land is a central theme, with Maria recognizing its importance and the celestial master's arrival hinting at its significance.
• Identity and Recognition: Maria's past identity is hinted at, with the celestial master recognizing her as the "General Conqueror of Evils."

Character Interactions

• Maria and Shu: They interact cautiously, with Shu treating Maria kindly despite her wariness. Maria is curious about Shu's connection to the land.
• Shu and Her Brother: They have a sibling bond, with Shu inviting Maria to stay and her brother bringing a celestial master to their home.
• Celestial Master and Maria: The celestial master recognizes Maria, revealing her past identity and causing a stir.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The emperor of Great Yan embarks on a journey to understand the Great Beasts and plans to reclaim territory from them.
• He befriends Bai Zai (later known as Sui) and the Exorcist General, who help him build a formidable force in ten years.
• The emperor launches the Demon-Subduing and Calamity-Suppressing Campaign, with Bai Zai and the Exorcist General being the key figures.
• Seven hundred years later, the story of these figures becomes vague and debated among the common folk.

Character Developments

• The emperor: Ambitious and visionary, he plans and executes the campaign to reclaim territory from the Great Beasts.
• Bai Zai/Sui: Initially a genius named Bai Zai, she becomes Sui after passing on her abilities. She is a rare Beast Fragment who chooses to help humanity.
• The Exorcist General: A female general who helps the emperor in his campaign. She disappears from public view after the campaign.
• Ji: A timid and well-behaved Beast Fragment who lives with his sister Shu. He remembers Maria from his past but can't quite place her.

Significant Themes

• The struggle between humanity and the Great Beasts for territory and survival.
• The blurring of historical facts and legends over time.
• The existence of Beast Fragments and their relationship with humanity.

Character Interactions

• The emperor, Bai Zai, and the Exorcist General work together to build a force against the Great Beasts.
• Seven hundred years later, Ji meets Maria and is drawn to her, sensing a connection but unable to place it.
• Maria and Ji have a brief interaction where Ji offers to mend Maria's clothes, showing his timid and helpful nature.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Maria meets Ji, a Sui Fragment, and learns about his family and their strained relationship due to the Sui Office's interference.
• Shu, Ji's sister, returns and confirms Maria's identity as the Calamity-Subduing General from centuries ago.
• Shu expresses unease about Maria's return, fearing Yan's hostility towards Great Beasts like them.
• Maria asks Shu if she's happy living her current life, and Shu responds that she doesn't dislike it.
• Shu reveals that she had once traveled the land to improve food production and cultivate new seeds, but it wasn't enough to solve Yan's food problems, so she went north.

Character Developments

• Maria: Shows curiosity and concern for the current state of Yan and its inhabitants, particularly the Sui Fragments.
• Ji: Demonstrates loyalty and affection towards his sister, Shu, and shows understanding of Maria's true identity.
• Shu: Reveals her past efforts to improve Yan's food production and hints at a significant event that occurred when she went north.

Significant Themes

• The past's impact on the present: Maria's return stirs up old fears and memories for Shu, highlighting how history can weigh on the present.
• Sacrifice for the greater good: Shu's past efforts to improve Yan's food production show her willingness to make personal sacrifices for the benefit of her people.
• Trust and suspicion: The relationship between Maria and the Sui Fragments is marked by a mix of trust and suspicion, reflecting the complex dynamics of their shared history.

Character Interactions

• Maria and Ji: Maria initially tests Ji with her silent stare, but they eventually have a calm and open conversation about their families and pasts.
• Maria and Shu: Their interaction is tense at first due to Shu's unease about Maria's identity and intentions, but they gradually open up to each other, with Maria showing genuine concern for Shu's well-being.
• Ji and Shu: Ji shows clear affection and concern for his sister, while Shu demonstrates a strong sense of responsibility towards her people and the land.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Maria learns from Shu that Daemons are corrupting the land of Great Wilderness City, north of Yan.
• Shu reveals she has been suppressing the Daemons' power using her own life force.
• An evil creature, later identified as a Daemon, appears in the city, causing panic among the farmers.
• Maria and Shu encounter the Daemon, and Shu admits it escaped due to her oversight.

Character Developments

• Shu: Shu reveals her past mistakes and takes responsibility for the Daemon corruption. She has been secretly suppressing the Daemons' power to atone for her errors. Her guilt and determination grow.
• Maria: Maria shows concern for Shu's well-being and is determined to help her solve the Daemon problem. She demonstrates her strength and courage by facing the Daemon.

Significant Themes

• Guilt and Redemption: Shu feels guilty for her past mistakes and is trying to make amends by suppressing the Daemons' power.
• Responsibility: Both Shu and Maria feel a sense of responsibility towards the people and the land, driving them to act against the Daemon threat.

Character Interactions

• Maria and Shu: Maria listens to Shu's story and offers her support. They work together to face the Daemon, showing a growing bond and mutual respect.
• Maria and the Farmer: Maria briefly interacts with a farmer who tries to warn her about the Daemon and evacuate her to safety.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Maria and Shu encounter a Daemon in the Great Wilderness.
• Maria effortlessly defeats the Daemon with a single strike, forcing it to flee.
• Shu seals the underground area again, but her condition worsens due to overexertion.
• Maria holds Shu and expresses concern about her ability to continue protecting the city.
• Reinforcements arrive, but the Daemon is already gone. Ji, Shu's brother, finds them and expresses worry.

Character Developments

• Maria: Demonstrates immense power and calm demeanor in combat. Shows concern and gentleness towards Shu.
• Shu: Struggles with her weakening condition and the increasing Daemon threat. Accepts Maria's help and shows vulnerability.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics between humanity and Daemons.
• The impact of Sui's legacy on Shu and her expectations for humanity.
• The struggle between holding on and asking for help.

Character Interactions

• Maria and Shu: Maria shows concern and care for Shu, while Shu accepts Maria's help and opens up to her.
• Shu and Ji: Ji expresses worry for Shu when he finds her in Maria's arms.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shu suppresses a Daemon, concealing Maria's role to protect her and avoid potential trouble.
• Shu's physical condition deteriorates after suppressing the Daemon, requiring Maria's care.
• Ling, Shu's elder sister, arrives, revealing she's been drinking heavily. Shu confiscates her wine gourd.
• Ling meets Maria, and Shu introduces her as an old friend. Ling brings along Zuo Xing, a Dali Temple disciple, to facilitate her visit.

Character Developments

• Shu: Demonstrates her prestige and leadership among the Celestial Masters. Her health declines post-Daemon suppression, showing a hint of vulnerability.
• Maria: Cares for Shu, showing compassion and concern. Her pallor worsens, hinting at her own struggles.
• Ling: Reveals her carefree and somewhat reckless nature, with a penchant for drinking. She's close to Shu, showing sisterly affection.
• Zuo Xing: Displays composure and propriety, hinting at his loyalty and duty.

Significant Themes

• Protection and concealment of Maria's true abilities and identity.
• The strain and consequences of Daemon suppression on Shu's health.
• The complex dynamics and affection within the Sui Family.

Character Interactions

• Shu and Maria: Shu protects Maria by taking credit for defeating the Daemon. Maria cares for Shu as her condition worsens.
• Shu and Ling: Shu scolds Ling for her excessive drinking, showing a stern yet caring sisterly attitude. Ling accepts Shu's reprimand, showing their close bond.
• Ling and Maria: Ling meets Maria and shows curiosity about her, while Shu introduces her vaguely as an old friend.
• Ling and Zuo Xing: Ling brings Zuo Xing along, hinting at their relationship and Zuo Xing's role in facilitating her visit.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ling visits Shu in Great Wilderness City, accompanied by Zuo Xing, who is tasked with monitoring her.
• Shu and Ling discover that the farmland's water has turned red, which could be linked to Shanhai Assembly's activities nearby.
• Shu reveals that the red water contains a presence similar to Daemons, which could lead to a Daemon awakening and threaten Great Wilderness City's grain production.

Character Developments

• Ling demonstrates her free-spirited and willful nature, prioritizing her personal desires over official duties.
• Shu shows concern and responsibility for the well-being of Great Wilderness City and its citizens.
• Zuo Xing displays cleverness and adaptability in handling Ling's visit, understanding the Sui Family dynamics.

Significant Themes

• The tension between personal desires and official duties, exemplified by Ling and Zuo Xing.
• The importance of Great Wilderness City's farmland to Yan's stability and prosperity.
• The ever-present threat of Daemons and the potential consequences of their awakening.

Character Interactions

• Ling and Shu interact as sisters, with Shu expressing concern for Ling's well-being and Ling showing affection towards Shu.
• Zuo Xing interacts with Ling and Shu, trying to balance his duty to monitor Ling and the urgency of the situation in Great Wilderness City.
• Maria observes the interactions between the characters, showing interest in the Sui Family dynamics and the situation in Great Wilderness City.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The water in the farmlands around Great Wilderness City has turned blood-red, causing anxiety among the characters.
• Xi, the youngest sister with the power to control the unreal and the real, is suggested as a solution to the problem.
• Zuo Xing decides to handle the matter and successfully brings Xi to Great Wilderness City, but Xi refuses to come out of her painting scroll.
• Maria volunteers to enter the painting to find Xi.

Character Developments

• Xi: Remains a shut-in, hesitant to interact with others, even her family.
• Zuo Xing: Shows efficiency and capability in handling the matter, earning the trust of his companions.
• Maria: Demonstrates initiative and resourcefulness by volunteering to enter Xi's painting.

Significant Themes

• Family: The importance of family bonds and their willingness to help each other, even in difficult situations.
• Responsibility: The characters' sense of duty and responsibility towards their people and the land.
• Fear and Hesitation: Xi's fear of interacting with others and the characters' hesitation in dealing with the crisis.

Character Interactions

• Ling and Shu: Sisterly interaction, with Ling trying to coax Xi out and Shu showing concern for Xi's well-being.
• Zuo Xing and the higher-ups: Zuo Xing's determination to handle the matter and the higher-ups' eventual approval, despite their concerns.
• Maria and everyone else: Maria's decision to enter Xi's painting surprises everyone and shows her willingness to help.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Maria, an Exorcist General, is searching for Xi, a young girl who has been living in a self-created painting world.
• Xi, initially avoiding Maria, creates illusions and obstacles to deter her, but Maria easily overcomes them.
• Maria finds Xi in her painted house, and Xi refuses to leave, leading to a standoff.

Character Developments

• Maria demonstrates patience and persuasiveness, a departure from her usual straightforward approach, showing growth in her interpersonal skills.
• Xi, initially rebellious and afraid, shows determination and defiance when facing Maria, hinting at her future complexity.

Significant Themes

• Pursuit vs. Avoidance: Maria's relentless pursuit contrasts with Xi's attempts to avoid her, reflecting their differing motivations and priorities.
• Strength vs. Cunning: Maria's physical strength is pitted against Xi's cunning use of illusions, highlighting different forms of power.

Character Interactions

• Maria and Xi: Their interaction is tense yet polite, with Maria trying to reason with Xi, while Xi remains defiant and unwilling to cooperate.
• Shu, Ling, and Ji: They anxiously await Maria's return, with Shu showing particular concern for Maria's safety.

Key Plot Points & Events

• Maria brings Xi, unconscious and injured, to the Sui Family.
• Xi wakes up startled after Ling sets off a firecracker.
• Xi reveals she can't solve Great Wilderness City's problems all at once but can handle parts of it.
• Xi hints that her efforts so far have been futile.

Character Developments

• Xi shows maturity and understanding of the situation, despite her initial fear and anger towards Maria.
• Ling's mischievous and reckless nature is evident in her prank on Xi.
• Maria demonstrates her power and calm demeanor, impressing the Sui Family and Zuo Xing.

Significant Themes

• Trust and cooperation among family members, despite their differences.
• The limitations of Xi's powers and the challenges of facing overwhelming odds.

Character Interactions

• Ling and Xi's sibling dynamic, with Ling's teasing and Xi's subsequent pouting.
• Maria and Xi's tense interaction, with Xi fearing Maria due to their previous encounter.
• The Sui Family's unity and concern for each other, particularly Shu's eagerness to solve the city's problems.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The group is concerned about the food security crisis in Great Wilderness City.
• Xi explains she can only temporarily clear the bloody water but not solve the root cause.
• Ling decides to focus on removing the surface appearance of the problem to reassure the people.
• After a month of investigation, Ling discovers strange, blood-stained stones in various rice fields.
• They realize these stones are man-made and premeditatedly placed to cause the bloody water phenomenon.

Character Developments

• Xi struggles with her reclusive nature and the pressure to solve the problem, eventually deciding to help with what she can.
• Ling takes charge, focusing on immediate solutions while also investigating the root cause.
• Zuo Xing, upon learning of the premeditated nature of the problem, is eager to take immediate action.

Significant Themes

• Responsibility and Action: Characters grapple with their roles in solving the crisis and the urgency of the situation.
• Investigation and Discovery: The group's efforts to uncover the truth behind the bloody water phenomenon.
• Trust and Misinformation: The importance of reassuring the people despite not having a full solution, and the potential for misinformation to cause harm.

Character Interactions

• Ling and Xi have a tense moment as Ling encourages Xi to help, despite Xi's initial reluctance.
• Ling and Zuo Xing have a disagreement on how to handle the situation, with Ling wanting to discuss further and Zuo Xing eager to act immediately.
• Maria and Ling collaborate to piece together the puzzle of the bloody water phenomenon.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Sui Family and Yan discuss the strange phenomena in the paddies, concluding that humans are involved and likely after the Daemon beneath the ground.
• Maria suggests using herself as bait to lure the enemy out.
• News spreads about Shu being ill, and Daemon incidents increase, all part of Maria's plan to provoke the enemy.
• The Sui Family discusses their next move, with Xi questioning their trust in Maria.

Character Developments

• Maria: She remains calm and collected, suggesting a plan to lure the enemy and displaying a deep understanding of the situation.
• Zuo Xing: He struggles with his assignment and the pressure it brings, but also shows curiosity about Maria.
• Xi: She questions her family's trust in Maria, showing confusion and concern.

Significant Themes

• Trust and its limits, especially when dealing with unfamiliar individuals like Maria.
• The consequences of hasty actions versus waiting for the right moment, as seen in the Sui Family's deliberations.

Character Interactions

• Maria and the Sui Family: They discuss their plans and trust Maria's judgment, despite Xi's reservations.
• Xi and the Sui Family: Xi questions her family's trust in Maria, leading to a moment of reflection among them.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zuo Xing finds Maria's existence strange and tries to remember where he's seen her before.
• Maria asks about Zuo Zheng, a historical figure from the Zuo Family, hinting at her own past.
• Members of the Sui Family secretly gather downstairs, planning something they haven't told Zuo Xing.
• Maria covers for the Sui Family members and expresses a personal connection to Zuo Zheng.

Character Developments

• Zuo Xing: Struggles with his feelings and memories regarding Maria; remains curious about her and Zuo Zheng.
• Maria: Shows interest in Zuo Zheng and her past; decides to help the Sui Family members, hinting at her own history and powers.
• Sui Family Members: Plan a secret action; show tension and worry about their plan's success.

Significant Themes

• Identity and Memory: Maria's true identity and past are revealed gradually; Zuo Xing struggles with his memories of Maria.
• Trust and Deception: The Sui Family members keep their plan secret from Zuo Xing, showing a lack of trust; Maria decides to help them, despite their secrecy.
• History and Change: Maria's questions about Zuo Zheng highlight the passage of time and changes in the world.

Character Interactions

• Zuo Xing and Maria: Zuo Xing tries to understand Maria's past; Maria subtly influences Zuo Xing's actions and thoughts.
• Maria and the Sui Family: Maria decides to help the Sui Family members, showing her awareness of their plan and her willingness to intervene.
• The Sui Family Members: They gather secretly, showing unity and determination in their plan, but also worry and tension about its success.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Sui Family members attempt to control the Daemon breach, but things go awry.
• Shu's seal is broken, releasing a powerful Daemon beast.
• The beast wreaks havoc, causing mutations and destruction in Great Wilderness City.
• The Sui Family members struggle to combat the beast, realizing its immense power.

Character Developments

• Shu feels responsible for the Daemons' accumulation and the resulting chaos.
• Ling, Xi, and Ji display their combat abilities but are overwhelmed by the beast's power.

Significant Themes

• The consequences of prolonged inaction and delayed decisions (prolonged pain vs. short-term pain).
• The struggle against overwhelming power and the limits of one's abilities.

Character Interactions

• The Sui Family members (Shu, Ling, Xi, Ji) work together to combat the Daemon beast but face insurmountable odds.
• Shu feels guilty for the current situation, taking responsibility for the Daemons' accumulation.
• Ling, Xi, and Ji support each other in battle, acknowledging the beast's immense power.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shu uses her power to restrain a Daemon Great Beast, but it suddenly breaks free and attacks.
• The Sui Family fights back, but the Daemon's power surges, and Shu struggles to maintain her barrier.
• Shu realizes that the Daemon was forced to attack, not acting of its own will.
• Dark crimson blood surges from the ground, and a cool female voice says, "Almost time."

Character Developments

• Shu: Shows determination and concern for her family, but also worry about the farmland. She discovers that the Daemon was forced to attack.
• Maria: Shows understanding and support for Shu's actions, choosing to accompany her instead of stopping her.

Significant Themes

• Family and unity: The Sui Family fights together against the Daemon, showing their bond.
• Power and control: The Daemon's actions highlight the theme of power and who controls it.
• Shu's determination: Shu's persistence in protecting her family and the farmland showcases her resolve.

Character Interactions

• Shu and Maria: Maria finds Shu's nighttime activities strange but chooses to support her instead of reprimanding her.
• Shu and her family: The Sui Family fights together, showing their unity and support for each other.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shu and Maria explore the fields at night, with Shu inspecting the area for any signs of the Red Blood Incident.
• Shu notices Maria's unusual appearance and demeanor at night, finding her more distinctive and alluring.
• Shu expresses concern for Maria's health when she notices Maria's pale complexion, but Maria assures her she's fine.
• Shu asks Maria if she's truly the legendary Exorcist General, to which Maria confirms.
• Shu learns that Maria knew Sui, the original mother body of the Sui Family, and that they were close.

Character Developments

• Shu: Becomes more comfortable around Maria, showing concern for her health. She also displays curiosity about Maria's past and her connection to Sui.
• Maria: Maintains her calm and independent demeanor. She reveals that she knew Sui and admits that she's not much different from the legendary Exorcist General in terms of her stance on Great Beasts.

Significant Themes

• The complexity of Maria's character and her past.
• The connection between Maria and Sui, and its implications for the Sui Family.
• The struggle between acceptance and denial of one's origins and nature.

Character Interactions

• Shu and Maria's relationship deepens as they spend more time together, with Shu showing genuine concern for Maria's well-being.
• Maria remains calm and composed, but reveals more about her past and her connection to Sui when prompted by Shu.
• Shu and Maria discuss their differing views on the legends surrounding the Exorcist General and the Great Beasts.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shu reveals that the being who granted them power will eventually take it back, leading to their deaths.
• Maria understands Shu's desire to live and not return to Sui.
• Maria uses her blood to separate Shu from Sui's control and grant her a physical form.
• Maria returns to reality, reclaims the Umbilical Cord, but deems her mission a failure as she didn't find a way to ground Gordan.
• The Doll suggests that Maria's true gain was reuniting with Shu.

Character Developments

• Shu: Realizes her desire to live and fulfill her wish before dying. Gains a physical form through Maria's intervention.
• Maria: Struggles with her feelings for Lamaline and acknowledges her love for her, despite her usual impartiality.

Significant Themes

• The inevitability of death and the desire to live.
• The struggle between personal feelings and impartiality.
• The power of connection and friendship.

Character Interactions

• Shu and Maria: Shu confides in Maria about her feelings, and Maria helps Shu gain a physical form, strengthening their bond.
• Maria and the Doll: The Doll teases Maria about her feelings for Lamaline, leading Maria to acknowledge her love.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Maria and Doll discuss Doll's feelings towards Lamaline, revealing that Doll's affections mirror Maria's.
• Little Regret and Ceobe are discovered eavesdropping, leading to a playful interaction with Maria.
• Yharnam arrives in Yan territory, stopping at Hundred Stoves during a festival celebrating family reunions.
• Maria shares memories of celebrating the festival with Sui in the past, deciding not to awaken Sui despite her presence in Hundred Stoves.
• Elsewhere, Amiya and the others marvel at the size of Hundred Stoves.

Character Developments

• Maria: Shows affection towards Ceobe and shares memories of her past with Sui, displaying a mix of nostalgia and caution regarding Sui's potential awakening.
• Doll: Reveals her understanding of Maria's feelings and her desire for Maria's happiness, even at the cost of potential consequences.
• Ceobe: Demonstrates her playful and innocent nature, enjoying the festival and interacting with Maria.
• Little Regret: Shows curiosity and fear regarding Maria and Doll's relationship, ultimately deciding to accept her situation.

Significant Themes

• The influence of past relationships on present actions (Maria's decision not to awaken Sui).
• The power of empathy and understanding (Doll's ability to mirror Maria's feelings).
• The importance of family and friendship (the festival celebrating reunions).

Character Interactions

• Maria and Doll: Share a moment of understanding and connection, with Doll revealing her feelings and Maria sharing memories of her past.
• Maria and Ceobe: Interact playfully, with Maria indulging Ceobe's curiosity and delight in the festival.
• Maria and Little Regret: Acknowledge each other's presence, with Little Regret showing curiosity and fear regarding Maria and Doll's relationship.
• Doll and Little Regret: Share a moment of understanding, with Doll acknowledging Little Regret's presence and Little Regret realizing her situation.
• Amiya and the others: Marvel at the size of Hundred Stoves, demonstrating their awe and amazement at the city's scale.