Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Teaching Assistant Group holds a meeting to recruit for the 'Petites Mains Mission'.
• Zheng Qing, a Teaching Assistant, is singled out by Professor Yao, a Legendary Wizard, who can read his thoughts.
• Zheng Qing is offered three extra hours of 'Time Conversion' daily if he accepts the mission.
• Zheng Qing is called to the barrier and meets Professor Qian Jiuzhou, who explains the mission's details and asks for Zheng Qing's agreement.
• Zheng Qing agrees and signs the contract.

Character Developments

• Zheng Qing: Shows curiosity and caution about the mission. He accepts it despite his reservations, indicating a willingness to take on responsibilities.
• Professor Yao: Demonstrates his powerful abilities by reading Zheng Qing's thoughts. He is stern but fair, ensuring that Zheng Qing understands the mission's implications.
• Professor Qian Jiuzhou: Appears tired from the repetitive process of explaining the mission. He is professional and straightforward in his dealings with Zheng Qing.

Significant Themes

• Responsibility: Zheng Qing takes on the mission, showing a willingness to accept responsibilities beyond his usual duties.
• Power and Knowledge: Professor Yao's ability to read thoughts highlights the power dynamics between him and Zheng Qing, as well as the knowledge gap between them.
• Decision Making: Zheng Qing has to make a decision under pressure, weighing the potential benefits and drawbacks of the mission.

Character Interactions

• Zheng Qing and Professor Yao: Their interaction is tense, with Professor Yao using his power to pressure Zheng Qing into understanding the mission's implications.
• Zheng Qing and Professor Qian Jiuzhou: Their interaction is professional, with Professor Qian explaining the mission's details and Zheng Qing signing the contract.
• Zheng Qing and Hilda: Hilda is mentioned as dozing off during the meeting, contrasting Zheng Qing's focus on his work.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zheng Qing signs several documents, recalling a past incident with Su Shijun.
• Professor Qian reveals a metal plate with intricate patterns, which Zheng Qing identifies as Mithril.
• Qian Jiuzhou shows Zheng Qing a complex rune system on a scroll, asking him to analyze it.

Character Developments

• Zheng Qing demonstrates his understanding and skill in analyzing complex rune systems, showing growth in his abilities as a talisman craftsman.
• Qian Jiuzhou exhibits his wisdom and patience in testing Zheng Qing's skills.

Significant Themes

• The complexity and intricacy of rune systems, reflecting the depth of knowledge and skill required in talisman crafting.
• The importance of finding the core node in a complex system, symbolizing understanding and control.

Character Interactions

• Zheng Qing and Qian Jiuzhou engage in a mentor-mentee-like interaction, with Qian testing Zheng's abilities and Zheng demonstrating his understanding and skills.
• Zheng Qing's thoughts reveal his analytical mind and attention to detail, contrasting with his past experiences and growth.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The "Core Node" or "Dominant Rune" governs the functions of a rune system. Zheng Qing struggles to identify it in the given scroll.
• Zheng Qing suspects the "Six Qi Talisman" might be the Dominant Rune but is puzzled by its connection to Enhancement Talismans, which are not meant for living beings.
• Professor Qian assigns Zheng Qing to meticulously copy and etch the runes from the scroll onto a sheet of fish skin paper using a Valyrian Steel quill pen.

Character Developments

• Zheng Qing demonstrates analytical skills and knowledge in rune studies but struggles with the practical task of etching runes onto fish skin paper.
• Professor Qian shows expertise in rune studies and talisman making, providing detailed instructions and guidance to Zheng Qing.

Significant Themes

• The complexity and intricacy of rune systems and talisman making.
• The importance of balance in talisman making and life, as emphasized by Professor Qian.

Character Interactions

• Zheng Qing and Professor Qian engage in a mentoring relationship, with the latter guiding the former through the complex task of etching runes onto fish skin paper.
• Zheng Qing seeks Professor Qian's opinion on the most important quality of a talisman maker, showing respect for his expertise.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zheng Qing arrives early at the classroom for the upcoming class meeting to avoid wasting time and to prevent himself from falling asleep due to fatigue.
• He falls asleep before the meeting starts, and his friends discuss the upcoming hunting competition while he's asleep.
• Zheng Qing wakes up and reveals he doesn't know the details of the Teaching Assistant Group's special meeting, despite his friends' curiosity.

Character Developments

• Zheng Qing shows dedication to his studies and time management, but he's also prone to fatigue.
• His friends display their usual dynamics: the Fat Wizard is greedy and inquisitive, Xiao Xiao is diligent and attentive, Zhang Jixin is analytical, and the Doctor is observant.

Significant Themes

• The importance of time management and dedication to studies.
• The dynamics of friendships and group interactions.
• The theme of secrets and unknown information, as Zheng Qing can't or won't reveal details about the special meeting.

Character Interactions

• Zheng Qing's friends discuss the hunting competition and their team's potential earnings without him knowing.
• Zheng Qing interacts with his friends after waking up, revealing his lack of knowledge about the special meeting.
• Xiao Xiao correctly uses the meeting password, showing his attention to detail and commitment to security measures.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A special meeting is called with a Legendary Wizard and Archwizards from other academies, hinting at a significant development.
• Teaching Assistants are given secret missions, referred to as "Petites Mains Missions," fueling speculation about a "secret weapon."
• Zheng Qing's mission is to draw Talismans on fish skin paper using a Talisman Board.

Character Developments

• Zheng Qing shows curiosity and initiative in trying to understand the "secret weapon" situation.
• Xiao Xiao demonstrates analytical thinking and knowledge about magical materials and Talismans.
• Xin Fatty provides a pragmatic perspective on the political and resource aspects of the situation.
• Zhang Jixin offers insights into the power dynamics between academies and the significance of Archwizards.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and politics among magical academies.
• The importance of magical resources and their distribution.
• The potential impact of a "secret weapon" on the balance of power.

Character Interactions

• Zheng Qing, Xiao Xiao, and Xin Fatty discuss the "secret weapon" and their missions.
• Zheng Qing seeks Xiao Xiao's opinion on the "secret weapon" topic.
• Old Yao reprimands the class for lackluster performance and reminds them of the importance of focus and hard work.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Professor Old Yao scolds the class for not taking their studies seriously, emphasizing the importance of not falling behind on the Path of Magic.
• Jiang Yu resigns as class monitor to focus on her studies, and the class celebrates her decision with a lively display of magic.
• The class decides to choose the new female class monitor through divination, as they did in their freshman year.

Character Developments

• Jiang Yu shows dedication to her studies by resigning from her class monitor position to focus on her coursework.
• Zheng Qing maintains his composure amidst the classroom's excitement and is pressured by his peers to consider resigning from the You Zui Hunting Team to focus on his studies.

Significant Themes

• Responsibility and Priorities: Characters grapple with balancing responsibilities, such as Jiang Yu resigning as class monitor to focus on her studies and Zheng Qing managing his role in the You Zui Hunting Team alongside his academic pursuits.
• Peer Pressure and Expectations: Zheng Qing faces pressure from his peers to resign from the hunting team, highlighting the expectations placed on him.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Yu and Zheng Qing: Although not interacting directly, their situations are contrasted, with Jiang Yu resigning from her position and Zheng Qing facing pressure to do the same.
• Classmates and Jiang Yu: The class celebrates Jiang Yu's resignation with enthusiasm, demonstrating their support and camaraderie.
• Professor Old Yao and the Class: The professor shows a mix of sternness and leniency, scolding the class for their lack of focus but also encouraging their enthusiasm during Jiang Yu's celebration.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A secret meeting was held between the First University Teaching Assistant Group, Deans from four colleges, and the School Labor Committee.
• The Edge Academy and the Teaching Assistant Group were rumored to be developing a 'secret weapon,' but both parties denied it.
• The Edge Academy claimed it would defend the First University's safety and unity, intensifying unease among Wizards in the Alliance.
• The Teaching Assistant Group confirmed cooperation with the Edge Academy on magical projects but kept the details secret.
• The First University and related institutions faced criticism for not providing clear explanations about the controversial meeting.

Character Developments

• Zhang Yu, the new head of the Teaching Assistant Group, emphasized compliance with regulations and experimental ethics in an interview.
• Yuan Wenhai, a renowned historian, criticized the practice of Wizards serving as 'Petites Mains.'
• Lloyd Phineas, an education critic, protested the exploitation of teaching assistants.
• Zheng Qing, a character in the story, expressed disinterest in the World Cup and sarcasm towards local news.

Significant Themes

• Secrecy and Opacity: The meeting's secrecy and lack of transparency from the First University and related institutions fueled unease and speculation.
• Power Dynamics: The Edge Academy's assertiveness and the Teaching Assistant Group's cooperation with it raised concerns about power shifts within the First University.
• Exploitation and Fairness: The practice of Wizards serving as 'Petites Mains' was criticized as exploitative and unfair, sparking public opinion confrontations.

Character Interactions

• Zheng Qing interacted with the Fat Wizard, who initially suspected Zheng Qing of impersonating someone due to a forgotten password.
• Zheng Qing and the Fat Wizard discussed the World Cup, passwords, and the local newspaper's style.
• Zheng Qing and Dr. Xiao were present together, with Dr. Xiao buried in his work and Zheng Qing expressing his thoughts on the news.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zheng Qing reflects on the parable of "eating grapes" from Qian Zhongshu's Fortress Besieged, relating it to the Wizards of the North District and their access to education and resources.
• The group discusses Edge Academy's encroachment on the interests of the four major academies, leading to conflicts over security services, religious influence, and private hunting competitions.
• Zheng Qing is disturbed by a Wood Flea in his robe, which he initially believes is a mere annoyance but later suspects may have magical significance.

Character Developments

• Zheng Qing shows maturity in his understanding of life's complexities, moving beyond the simple "good" and "bad" grapes analogy.
• Zheng Qing's companions display curiosity and concern when he's affected by the Wood Flea, showing their bond as friends and classmates.

Significant Themes

• Access to Education and Resources: The parable of the grapes highlights the disparity in access to quality education and resources among Wizards, with those from privileged backgrounds having more choices.
• Conflict and Contention: The tension between Edge Academy and the four major academies illustrates the long-standing contention among Wizards for limited magical resources.

Character Interactions

• Zheng Qing interacts with his classmates—Xin Fatty, Zhang Jixin, and Xiao Xiao—displaying camaraderie and mutual support as they discuss the issues facing their academies and Zheng Qing's strange reaction to the Wood Flea.
• Zheng Qing's reaction to the Wood Flea sparks curiosity and concern among his friends, showing their bond and shared interest in magical phenomena.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zheng Qing finds a large woodlouse on his palm, which is unusual due to its size and the cleanliness of the classroom.
• The woodlouse is dissected by Xin Fatty, revealing sharp mouthparts capable of biting through Dragon hide.
• The group discusses the possibility of the woodlouse being an accident or a result of mutation due to the recent Awakening of Insects.
• Zheng Qing suggests showing the woodlouse to Old Yao, but they realize it's already class time and Professor Dunton is missing.

Character Developments

• Zheng Qing: Shows concern for his friends' safety and is willing to seek help from Old Yao.
• Xin Fatty: Demonstrates his expertise in dissection and analysis of magical creatures.
• Zhang Jixin: Expresses envy of Zheng Qing's physical boost and desires to gain power like him.
• Xiao Xiao: Shows surprise at the time and maintains his usual analytical and cautious demeanor.

Significant Themes

• The unexpected and potentially dangerous consequences of magical phenomena.
• The desire for power and its risks.
• The importance of caution and analysis in the face of unusual events.

Character Interactions

• Zheng Qing and his friends work together to analyze the situation and decide on a course of action.
• Zheng Qing and Zhang Jixin share a light-hearted moment, showing their camaraderie.
• Xiao Xiao helps Xin Fatty with his dissection tools, showing their familiarity and teamwork.
• The group shows respect for Old Yao's knowledge and abilities, suggesting they seek his help.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Professor Yao Xiaomi (Old Yao), a Legendary Wizard and dean of Jiuyou Academy, is absent from his spellcasting class without notice.
• Students and staff search for Old Yao but cannot find him, and his whereabouts remain unknown.
• Old Yao appears halfway through the class as a projection, resuming his lecture without explanation.
• He teaches about the 'Five Thunder Spell' and its variations, rushing through the lesson without taking questions.

Character Developments

• Zheng Qing: Shows curiosity and concern about Old Yao's disappearance, trying to gather information.
• Xiao Xiao: Focused on his studies, he doesn't engage in speculation about Old Yao's absence.
• Xin Fatty: Complains about Old Yao's harsh teaching methods, feeling bullied by the professor's rushed lesson.

Significant Themes

• The mysterious nature of Legendary Wizards and their existence beyond ordinary understanding.
• The consequences of a teacher's absence on students' learning experience and discipline.

Character Interactions

• Zheng Qing and Xiao Xiao discuss Old Yao's disappearance, trying to gather information.
• Xin Fatty complains to Zheng Qing and Xiao Xiao about Old Yao's teaching methods.
• Old Yao interacts with his students through his projection, teaching them about the 'Five Thunder Spell' without engaging in conversation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Rumors suggest a possible demon invasion on Puji Island.
• The group discusses the disappearance of Professor Yao and the potential involvement of the Rat Immortal.
• Zheng Qing learns about the collective disappearance of a Centaur Tribe in the Silent Forest, with traces of Great Demons found at the scene.

Character Developments

• Zheng Qing: Struggles with exhaustion due to his increased workload as a teaching assistant.
• Xin Fatty: Demonstrates his investigative skills by gathering information from various sources.
• Xiao Xiao: Shows analytical skills by connecting events and drawing conclusions.
• Tuantuan: Remains indifferent to the human drama, preferring to think about playing with female cats.

Significant Themes

• Rumors and their role in spreading information and speculation.
• The power dynamics and hierarchy among Legendary beings and their descendants.
• The potential consequences of a Legendary being's advancement gone wrong.

Character Interactions

• Zheng Qing, Xin Fatty, and Xiao Xiao discuss and share information about the recent events and rumors.
• Zheng Qing expresses his frustration about the challenges he faces as a teaching assistant.
• Zheng Qing, Xin Fatty, and Xiao Xiao plan to investigate further at the Seven Deadly Sins meeting.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zheng Qing faces continuous challenges due to his fame and status.
• He reflects on past challenges and how he handled them.
• Zheng Qing is awarded the Merlin Gold Medal in a private ceremony.

Character Developments

• Zheng Qing shows maturity and experience in handling challenges.
• He demonstrates self-awareness and understanding of his reputation's impact.
• Zheng Qing maintains a low profile despite his achievements.

Significant Themes

• The pressure of fame and expectations.
• The consequences of one's actions and their impact on reputation.
• The importance of maintaining a low profile when necessary.

Character Interactions

• Zheng Qing discusses his situation with Xiao Xiao and Xin Fatty.
• He receives the Merlin Gold Medal from Professor Yao, Vice Principal Ruo Yu, and an Alliance representative.
• Zheng Qing shows respect and deference to the Legendary Wizards present.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zheng Qing upgrades his bronze medal to a gold medal, capable of summoning an entire tribe of over two hundred minotaurs at once.
• The minotaurs, summoned for the first time, are initially hostile and rebellious but quickly submit to Zheng Qing's authority, with the help of three legendary wizards present.
• Zheng Qing reunites with 'Nose Ring and Ear Ring,' two minotaurs from his bronze medal summoning.

Character Developments

• Zheng Qing demonstrates growth in his magical abilities and responsibility, handling the powerful minotaur tribe with maturity.
• The minotaurs show their true nature, initially aggressive and rebellious, but quickly submissive when faced with the legendary wizards' presence.

Significant Themes

• Power and Responsibility: Zheng Qing's newfound power comes with the responsibility of managing a large, powerful tribe.
• Fear and Respect: The minotaurs' initial fear and subsequent respect for Zheng Qing and the legendary wizards highlight the importance of authority and reputation.

Character Interactions

• Zheng Qing interacts with the minotaurs, showing understanding and familiarity with his old companions, 'Nose Ring and Ear Ring.'
• The legendary wizards, Old Man Ruo Yu, Professor Yao, and Ms. Shi Hui, intervene to maintain order among the minotaurs, demonstrating their power and influence.
• Zheng Qing, the minotaurs, and the legendary wizards engage in a dynamic power exchange, with Zheng Qing asserting his authority over the minotaurs, while the legendary wizards assert their authority over Zheng Qing.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Three Legendary Wizards (Shi Hui, Old Yao, and Old Man Ruo Yu) discuss the establishment of Edge Academy.
• The Alliance is uneasy about First University's expansion and wants to influence the new academy's leadership.
• A mysterious "Great Demon" is reported in the Silent Forest, raising concerns about potential interference in the School's affairs.

Character Developments

• Shi Hui: Shows indifference and sarcasm towards the Alliance's suggestions, and expresses concern about the School's autonomy.
• Old Yao: Initially playful, but becomes serious when discussing the Alliance's interference and the "Great Demon" issue.
• Old Man Ruo Yu: Remains stoic and reserved throughout the conversation, revealing little about his thoughts.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics between First University and the Wizarding Alliance.
• The School's autonomy and independence.
• The potential threat of demons and the Alliance's role in opposing them.

Character Interactions

• Shi Hui and Old Man Ruo Yu: Their conversation is tense, with Shi Hui challenging Old Man Ruo Yu's views on the treatment of fringe wizard groups.
• Shi Hui and Old Yao: They share a mutual understanding about the Alliance's interference, with Old Yao trying to downplay the "Great Demon" issue to avoid further complications.
• Old Man Ruo Yu and the others: He remains mostly silent and unreadable, only speaking to dismiss the Alliance's suggestions for Edge Academy's leadership and to acknowledge the "Great Demon" report.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The You Zui Hunting Team holds a meeting, planning to participate in a private hunting competition organized by Jiang Huai of Starry Sky Academy.
• The competition is scheduled for this Saturday, which Zheng Qing and Jiang Yu can't attend due to their commitments.
• Zheng Qing offers to help with copywriting work for the competition, but his roommates dismiss the idea, as the competition doesn't require much paperwork.

Character Developments

• Zheng Qing feels left out and unappreciated when his offers to help are repeatedly declined.
• He compares himself to a painting hanging on the wall, feeling useless and excluded from the team's activities.

Significant Themes

• Feeling Left Out: Zheng Qing experiences this when his offers to help are declined, and he's excluded from the team's competition participation.
• Responsibility and Leadership: Zheng Qing feels his role as the captain is diminished when he's not involved in the team's plans.

Character Interactions

• Zheng Qing interacts with his roommates, the Doctor (Xiao Xiao) and Fatty, who decline his offers to help with the competition.
• Zheng Qing feels ignored and undervalued by his teammates, leading to self-deprecation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zheng Qing learns that the You Zui Hunting Team is participating in a private hunting competition without his knowledge.
• Jiang Yu and Zheng Qing discuss their own plans for the weekend: the Starry Sky Hunting Team's competition and the Shanglin Garden Spring Hunt, respectively.
• Zheng Qing struggles with his Transfiguration spell, creating a wooden cat that initially behaves erratically.

Character Developments

• Zheng Qing: Struggles with his pride and authority as team captain, shows concern for his team's activities, and displays improvement in his Transfiguration spell.
• Jiang Yu: Demonstrates her expertise in Transfiguration, shows care for Zheng Qing's well-being, and reveals her involvement in the Shanglin Garden Spring Hunt.

Significant Themes

• Power and Authority: Zheng Qing's struggle with his role as team captain and the potential usurpation of his position.
• Growth and Learning: Zheng Qing's progress in his Transfiguration spell, reflecting his dedication and improvement as a student.
• Responsibility and Commitment: Zheng Qing's realization of his promise to Jiang Yu regarding the Shanglin Garden Spring Hunt.

Character Interactions

• Zheng Qing and Jiang Yu: They discuss their weekend plans, with Zheng Qing trying to involve Jiang Yu in the Starry Sky Hunting Team's competition, but Jiang Yu has prior commitments.
• Zheng Qing and Old Yao: Zheng Qing looks to Old Yao for confirmation about leaving campus, showing respect for his professor's authority.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zheng Qing worries about the upcoming Shanglin Garden Spring Hunt, fearing retribution from the Qingqiu Su Clan.
• He seeks advice from his companions, using a hypothetical student scenario to discuss the risks of the hunt.
• His companions debunk his lies, leading Zheng Qing to confess his true concerns about the hunt.

Character Developments

• Zheng Qing: Struggles with anxiety about the potential consequences of participating in the Shanglin Garden Spring Hunt.
• Fat Cat Tuantuan & Dr. Xiao: Remain calm and analytical, providing guidance and exposing Zheng Qing's lies.

Significant Themes

• Honesty vs. Deception: Zheng Qing's attempts to hide his true concerns are exposed, highlighting the importance of honesty.
• Consequences of Actions: Zheng Qing faces potential repercussions for his past actions, emphasizing the theme of cause and effect.
• Facing Fears: Zheng Qing must confront his fears about the hunt and its possible consequences.

Character Interactions

• Zheng Qing interacts with his companions, seeking their advice and guidance. Despite his initial attempts to deceive them, they remain supportive and help him face his fears.
• The dynamic between Zheng Qing and his companions showcases their close relationship and mutual trust, with his companions providing a safe space for him to express his concerns.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zheng Qing, now known as 'Brother Scum,' is invited to the Shanglin Garden Spring Hunt by Jiang Yu, causing concern among his friends due to his status as Councilwoman Su's 'husband.'
• Zheng Qing seeks advice on how to safely attend the event without angering Councilwoman Su or getting entangled with Archwizard Colmar.
• Xin Fatty suggests using a spell backlash to land Zheng Qing in the School Hospital, allowing him to miss the Spring Hunt.

Character Developments

• Zheng Qing shows determination and desperation in finding a way out of his predicament.
• Xin Fatty demonstrates resourcefulness and willingness to help his friend.
• Dr. Xiao exhibits analytical skills and a strategic mindset in suggesting a plan.

Significant Themes

• The consequences of Zheng Qing's actions and the web of relationships he's entangled in.
• Friendship and camaraderie among the characters.
• The use of magic and its potential risks and benefits.

Character Interactions

• Zheng Qing, Xin Fatty, and Dr. Xiao discuss and strategize about Zheng Qing's situation.
• Zheng Qing and Xin Fatty engage in a sparring practice during which Zheng Qing intentionally takes a severe hit to land himself in the School Hospital.
• Zheng Qing's actions and decisions impact his friends and the wider community, highlighting the interconnectedness of their relationships.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zheng Qing, unharmed after a severe accident, attends the Seven Deadly Sins' meeting as a black cat.
• He learns that his injuries healed rapidly and completely, even without treatment.
• Zheng Qing is discharged from the School Hospital, and Dr. Xiao accompanies him.
• Zheng Qing writes a letter to Jiang Yu, thanking her for the healing potion.

Character Developments

• Zheng Qing: Shows resilience and quick healing, but is also anxious about Jiang Yu's reaction.
• Dr. Xiao: Reveals his divination's limitations and the dangers of overusing divination.
• Madam Bella: Demonstrates her seriousness about student safety.
• Jiang Yu: Shows concern for Zheng Qing's well-being, though her true feelings remain ambiguous.

Significant Themes

• The unpredictability of magic and its consequences.
• The importance of communication and honesty in relationships.
• The dangers of overusing divination and its potential backlash.

Character Interactions

• Zheng Qing and Dr. Xiao: Their dynamic shows the consequences of Dr. Xiao's divination and Zheng Qing's frustration with it.
• Zheng Qing and Madam Bella: Zheng Qing's actions indirectly lead to Madam Bella's anger and the students' punishment.
• Zheng Qing and Jiang Yu: Zheng Qing's actions affect Jiang Yu, who shows concern for him despite her initial anger.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A Teaching Assistant was severely injured by Lightning Spells during a practical class, causing campus-wide amusement and celebrations among students.
• Rumors spread about the Teaching Assistant's secret relationships with multiple women, including a Jiang Family daughter, a Great Sage from the North District, and a Gypsy Witch named Yi.

Character Developments

• The Black Cat, initially vexed by the news, becomes increasingly irritated as the devils discuss the Teaching Assistant's alleged misdeeds.
• Lucifer, the large Bat, asks about the Dean of Jiuyou Academy's whereabouts during a class on Monday, causing a chilling silence in the meeting room.

Significant Themes

• Gossip and rumors can shape public opinion and lead to prejudiced views (the Teaching Assistant's case).
• Group dynamics can lead to irrational behavior and disregard for individual wisdom (discussed in relation to the "Burn Zheng Qing Parade").
• Ignorance can facilitate cooperation among diverse groups (expanded from a saying about the Halloween parade).

Character Interactions

• The devils engage in lively discussion, sharing and speculating about the Teaching Assistant's personal life.
• The Black Cat attempts to maintain objectivity but grows increasingly frustrated with the devils' behavior.
• Lucifer disrupts the meeting's flow by asking about the Dean's whereabouts, hinting at a potential secret or mystery.