Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Professor Monteria's physical decay worsens; a piece of 'Yuanshi' flesh fails to halt it.
• Dr. Duzem visits Professor Monteria, expressing concern about his condition and the rumors of illegal activities.
• Professor Monteria suggests using a Proxy Body for classes and mentions Zheng Qing's successful integration of Crow flesh.
• Dr. Duzem asks how Zheng Qing maintained order within his body, to which Professor Monteria responds enigmatically.

Character Developments

• Professor Monteria: Struggles with his physical decay, maintains a calm demeanor, and hints at having a plan.
• Dr. Duzem: Expresses concern for Professor Monteria and his brother, Zheng Qing, and warns him about the rumors.

Significant Themes

• Decay and Order: Professor Monteria's decay contrasts with his desire to maintain order, both within his body and in his actions.
• Trust and Betrayal: Dr. Duzem's warning about rumors hints at potential betrayal, while Professor Monteria maintains trust in his actions.
• Discretion: The conversation touches on the importance of discretion, with Dr. Duzem's actions and words being scrutinized by Professor Monteria.

Character Interactions

• Dr. Duzem and Professor Monteria: Their interaction is tense, with Dr. Duzem expressing concern and warning, while Professor Monteria remains calm and evasive.
• Professor Monteria and his Proxy Body Puppet: The Proxy Body, mimicking Professor Monteria's appearance, expresses concern and is rebuked for speaking out of turn.

Plot Points and Events

• A sudden solar eclipse occurs over Puji Island, causing chaos and a school-wide lockdown.
• The School Guardian Formation is activated, and only elite students and Wizards of the Archwizard level are allowed to move freely.
• Vice Principal Ruo Yu, Emma, and Old Yao meet to discuss the situation, with Bao Yangzi representing the Relevant Department.
• Three powerful auras are detected—one from the Dark Council's Six Fingers, another from an unknown source, and the third from Old Man Ruo Yu himself.

Character Developments

• Bao Yangzi demonstrates his calm and composed demeanor when facing Legendary Wizards.
• Old Man Ruo Yu, Emma, and Old Yao show their concern and seriousness about the situation.
• Zheng Qing receives a letter from the witch, reassuring him about their postponed meeting.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics and politics among different factions of Wizards.
• The importance of the School's security and the potential threats it faces.
• The interconnectedness of magic and the ability of Legendary Wizards to sense disturbances.

Character Interactions

• Vice Principal Ruo Yu, Emma, and Old Yao discuss the situation and divide tasks.
• Bao Yangzi conveys the Relevant Department's stance to the three Legendary Wizards.
• Zheng Qing and his roommates discuss the situation and the witch's letter.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Old Man Ruo Yu, Vice Principal of First University, finds the sea around Puji Island polluted and dark, unlike its usual clear blue.
• Six Fingers, the Speaker of the Dark Council, appears on the lighthouse, claiming to be 'just passing by' despite the unusual solar activity.
• Old Yao, Dean of Jiuyou Academy, encounters a black snail, a rebellious offspring of Nikolas, which has returned to Puji Island and is responsible for the sun's strange state.
• Old Yao confronts the black snail, leading to a stormy confrontation over the sea.

Character Developments

• Old Man Ruo Yu shows concern for the environment and is suspicious of Six Fingers' true intentions.
• Six Fingers maintains an amicable demeanor despite Ruo Yu's accusations, hinting at a complex political relationship.
• Old Yao demonstrates a stern and authoritative side when dealing with the black snail, revealing his power and determination.

Significant Themes

• The consequences of forbidden research and the importance of upholding agreements (as seen in Six Fingers' and the Dark Council's actions).
• The struggle between personal desires and responsibility (as seen in the black snail's actions and Old Yao's response).

Character Interactions

• Old Man Ruo Yu and Six Fingers engage in a tense conversation, with Ruo Yu accusing Six Fingers of hiding something, while Six Fingers maintains a polite facade.
• Old Yao interacts with the black snail, initially attempting to reason with it before resorting to force when the snail refuses to cooperate.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A heavy rainstorm hits Puji Island, coinciding with the ongoing solar eclipse.
• The young wizards of Dormitory 403 observe two massive figures in the sky, one being Old Yao.
• The figures disappear, and the solar eclipse begins to recede.
• The Black Snail, responsible for the solar eclipse, escapes with the sun's aura, surprising Vice Principal Ruo Yu.
• The Speaker of the Dark Council offers to assist in retrieving the sun to prove his innocence.
• Ruo Yu accepts the offer but sends the Speaker away forcefully, deciding to stay at First University while Professor Emma goes after the sun.

Character Developments

• Old Yao: Shows his true form as a three-headed, multi-armed Giant Ape, demonstrating his power and status as a Legendary.
• Six Fingers (Speaker of the Dark Council): Shows a desire to clear his name and assist in retrieving the sun, but is sent away by Ruo Yu.
• Ruo Yu (Vice Principal): Shows astonishment at the Black Snail's behavior and agrees to Six Fingers' offer, demonstrating his strategic thinking.
• Professor Emma: Agrees with Ruo Yu's plan and expresses discomfort at staying near the Giant God Soldiers, hinting at a past connection.

Significant Themes

• Power Dynamics: The interactions between Legendary wizards highlight the power dynamics and respect among them.
• Trust and Betrayal: The Speaker of the Dark Council's offer to help raises questions about trust and betrayal among wizards.
• Responsibility: The wizards' responses to the solar eclipse incident emphasize their sense of responsibility towards their world and its inhabitants.

Character Interactions

• Ruo Yu and Six Fingers: Their interaction shows Ruo Yu's caution and Six Fingers' eagerness to clear his name.
• Ruo Yu and Professor Emma: Their conversation demonstrates their understanding and agreement on the current situation and their respective roles.
• The young wizards and the Vice Principal: The young wizards' observations and reactions mirror the Vice Principal's astonishment, showing a connection between their experiences.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A red line, indicating a legendary magical fluctuation, pierces the sky, capturing the attention of all wizards on Puji Island.
• Professor Emma appears as a Firebird, replacing the sun, signaling her return to the island.
• Professor Yi arrives at the destroyed Sakura Tavern, the spiritual home of the North District wizards, to investigate the attack on Colmar.
• It's revealed that the attacker was likely Professor Monteria, who is now missing.

Character Developments

• Xiao Xiao shows emotional understanding and poetic thinking, while Zheng Qing provides practical knowledge.
• Professor Yi demonstrates leadership and concern for the North District wizards' well-being.
• Old Man Stad expresses his concerns about the spiritual cultivation of wizards and criticizes the school's lack of response from higher authorities.

Significant Themes

• The power and responsibility of legendary wizards.
• The importance of spiritual cultivation alongside magical growth.
• The consequences of neglecting mental well-being under pressure.

Character Interactions

• Xiao Xiao and Zheng Qing discuss the Firebird's appearance, showcasing their different perspectives.
• Professor Yi interacts with Old Man Stad, seeking information and trying to redirect the old attendant's complaints.
• Old Man Stad shares his concerns with Professor Yi, highlighting their differing views on the school's policies.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Old Yao continues his snail-chasing hobby, while Emma remains suspended in the sky.
• Vice Principal Ruo Yu observes the two colossal beings peacefully sitting in the sea of clouds, expressing his disapproval of the current situation.
• The school worker reports the chaos outside, and Ruo Yu decides to proceed according to the rules, rectifying mistakes promptly and maintaining secrecy until the matter is clarified.
• The Mister in Sanyou Bookstore examines a complex three-dimensional chessboard, while the Yellow Flower Cat questions him about Monteria and Ruo Yu's actions.
• Professor Yi, leading the Divination Group, expresses frustration at their inability to locate Monteria despite the Spiritual Mirror's surveillance.

Character Developments

• Vice Principal Ruo Yu shows his grim determination to handle the situation, acknowledging past mistakes and their consequences.
• The Mister in Sanyou Bookstore remains enigmatic, hinting at a larger plan but not revealing much.
• Professor Yi demonstrates his frustration and dissatisfaction with the Divination Group's inability to find Monteria.

Significant Themes

• Consequences of past actions (Ruo Yu's statement: "You reap what you sow.")
• The power of surveillance and detection (Spiritual Mirror's capabilities)
• The struggle to find a hidden individual (Monteria's elusiveness)

Character Interactions

• Vice Principal Ruo Yu interacts with the school worker, giving instructions on how to handle the situation.
• The Mister and the Yellow Flower Cat have a conversation, with the cat questioning the Mister about recent events.
• Professor Yi interacts with the Divination Group, expressing his frustration and seeking their opinions on Monteria's whereabouts.

Key Plot Points and Events

• After the solar eclipse and the Firebird's appearance, the school's restrictions ease slightly.
• The Black Gemstone Cat sneaks out to gather information about recent events.
• It visits the Cat Fruit Tree, where the Great Fox and White Jade Cat are also present, but they have no new information.
• The Black Gemstone Cat then visits the Pedestrian Street and the North District, finding No. 33 Gu Diao Street (Colmar's residence) under unusual circumstances.
• It encounters Black Robed Wizards at Colmar's residence, who scrutinize the cat before allowing it to enter.

Character Developments

• The Black Gemstone Cat shows initiative and determination in seeking information.
• The Great Fox demonstrates its responsibility and concern for the students' academic performance.
• The Black Robed Wizards display caution and thoroughness in their duties.

Significant Themes

• The aftermath of the solar eclipse and the Firebird's appearance continues to impact the town and school.
• The theme of seeking information and understanding persists, with the Black Gemstone Cat actively pursuing answers.
• The North District's unusual atmosphere hints at potential secrets or threats.

Character Interactions

• The Black Gemstone Cat interacts with the Great Fox and White Jade Cat under the Cat Fruit Tree, showing camaraderie and shared concern.
• The Black Gemstone Cat encounters Black Robed Wizards at Colmar's residence, displaying a mix of annoyance and curiosity.
• The tavern owner's voice from within Colmar's residence suggests a level of familiarity with the Black Gemstone Cat.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Black Gemstone Cat visits the Sakura Tavern to find Colmar, the tavern owner, in an unusual state—reading a book instead of playing Tarot Cards or drinking rum.
• Colmar reveals she is the last person to see Professor Monteria, the Vice Principal of Edge Academy, and that he attacked her during the Solar Eclipse, causing significant destruction in the No. 33 Gu Diao Street.
• The School Divination Group is pursuing Professor Monteria, and Colmar is the key witness.

Character Developments

• Colmar: She is revealed to be an Archwizard and the only witness to Professor Monteria's attack. She is calm and collected, even when discussing serious matters.
• The Black Gemstone Cat: It shows concern for Colmar's well-being and offers to help her financially, demonstrating a level of maturity and empathy.

Significant Themes

• Trust and Betrayal: The revelation that Professor Monteria attacked Colmar raises questions about trust within the academic community.
• Consequences of Power: The destruction caused by the attack highlights the potential consequences when powerful individuals act recklessly or with malicious intent.

Character Interactions

• The Black Gemstone Cat and Colmar: Their interaction is marked by a shift in their dynamic. The cat shows more respect and concern for Colmar, while she treats it as an equal, sharing important information without holding back.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Black Gemstone Cat tries to borrow money from the Archwizard of the North District, Colmar, who declines, explaining that at their level, money isn't the issue for certain rare and valuable items.
• Professor Yi Jiazi and his Black Robes return to the Sakura Tavern, revealing that the Black Gemstone Cat is the closest to Professor Monteria, based on a divination.
• Zheng Qing, the Black Gemstone Cat's main body, is taken by the Black Robes to Professor Monteria's laboratory, where they find it in disarray. Zheng Qing opens the door using a key given to him by Monteria.
• Inside the laboratory, they find a talking Ogre head, which is actually a recording left by Professor Monteria. It hints at valuable notes and experiments left behind, but also warns Zheng Qing about the seductive nature of the information.

Character Developments

• The Black Gemstone Cat: Initially confident and proud, it becomes nervous and bewildered when accused of being connected to Professor Monteria. It later provides the key to Monteria's laboratory.
• Zheng Qing: He remains calm and collected throughout the events, showing adaptability and curiosity. He demonstrates his importance as the "correct" owner of the laboratory by opening the door with the key.
• Professor Yi Jiazi: He shows professionalism and concern for Zheng Qing's well-being, warning him about the seductive nature of the information in the laboratory.

Significant Themes

• The importance of ownership and magical legacies in magic.
• The seductive nature of knowledge and power.
• The complexity of divination and its potential for error.

Character Interactions

• The Black Gemstone Cat and Colmar: The cat tries to borrow money from Colmar, who declines, leading to a conversation about the limitations of money at their level.
• Zheng Qing and Professor Yi: They work together to enter Professor Monteria's laboratory, with Professor Yi showing concern for Zheng Qing's well-being.
• Zheng Qing and the Ogre head (Professor Monteria's recording): Zheng Qing interacts with the Ogre head, which provides him with information about the laboratory's contents and warns him about the seductive nature of the information.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The sun on Puji Island remains lost, with the giant firebird still following the Morning Star.
• Final exams are approaching at First University, causing students like Zheng Qing to focus on their studies.
• Zheng Qing shares the truth about the Crows and Professor Monteria with his friends, leading to mixed reactions.
• Zheng Qing is officially given ownership of the Advanced Magic Script and Bloodline Research Laboratory.

Character Developments

• Zheng Qing: Becomes more involved in the political intrigue of the Wizarding World, accepting the responsibility that comes with owning a laboratory.
• Xin Fatty: Struggles with the transformation from reporting fringe news to core secrets, expressing frustration at the lack of publishable news.
• Professor Yi: Shows understanding and support for Zheng Qing, hinting at future plans for him.

Significant Themes

• The complexity and chaos of the Wizarding World, with different factions having their own codes of conduct and beliefs.
• The responsibility of judgment and the qualifications to make such judgments.
• The delicate balance between tolerance and acceptance of different views and actions within the Wizarding World.

Character Interactions

• Zheng Qing shares the truth about the Crows with Xiao Xiao and Xin Fatty, leading to different reactions from each friend.
• Professor Yi discusses the delicate situation surrounding Professor Monteria and the laboratory with Zheng Qing, hinting at future plans for him.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zheng Qing experiences a shift in his values and perspective due to Professor Yi's teachings.
• The Dragon Boat Festival passes unnoticed amidst the pre-exam frenzy at Jiuyou Academy.
• Zheng Qing joins the Giant Soldier Project team at the lab, encountering Colmar, who is present but not piloting a Giant Soldier.
• Zheng Qing learns about a potential new phase of testing for the Giant Soldiers.

Character Developments

• Zheng Qing: Struggles with the cognitive shift caused by Professor Yi's teachings. Shows concern for Colmar's well-being.
• Colmar: Reveals she's an Archwizard even without a Giant Soldier. Assures Zheng Qing about her health, hinting at her resilience.

Significant Themes

• The impact of new perspectives on one's values and worldview.
• The tension between academic pressure and cultural traditions (Dragon Boat Festival).
• The physical and mental toll of Archwizard duties.

Character Interactions

• Zheng Qing and Zhang Yu: Zhang Yu shows concern for Zheng Qing's health, while Zheng Qing shares his thoughts on gift-giving.
• Zheng Qing and Xiao Xiao: Zheng Qing entrusts Xiao Xiao with delivering High Noon Talismans.
• Zheng Qing and Colmar: Zheng Qing expresses worry about Colmar's health, and Colmar reassures him about her condition.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Old Man Ruo Yu appears and addresses Zheng Qing and Colmar.
• Zheng Qing learns that his 'Taiyi' is only seventy-five percent complete and can't be piloted yet.
• The mission for the night is revealed to be activating Special Configurations and testing connections.
• Old Man Ruo Yu shows a golden seated Buddha statue to illustrate the relationship between Legendaries and low-level Wizards.
• Zheng Qing and Colmar are tasked with choosing Hunting Teams to serve as their temporary guards.

Character Developments

• Zheng Qing shows perceptiveness and understanding of magical projections.
• Colmar demonstrates concern for the safety of the Black Robes, showing empathy and strategic thinking.
• Old Man Ruo Yu reveals more about his knowledge and experience, hinting at his wisdom and understanding of the world's fundamental aspects.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics and interdependence between high-level and low-level Wizards.
• The concept of 'Fate' and the idea that some things are better left to their natural course.
• The responsibility and consequences of power, as seen in the Buddha analogy.

Character Interactions

• Zheng Qing and Colmar interact with Old Man Ruo Yu, showing respect and attentiveness.
• Zheng Qing considers Zhang Yu as a potential guard, while Colmar questions the necessity of choosing from the available Black Robes.
• Old Man Ruo Yu interacts with the Black Robes, showing a hint of amusement when Colmar questions their capabilities.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Edge Academy has developed two models of Giant God Soldiers: Edge Type-1 and Special Configuration.
• Zheng Qing learns that Edge Type-1s were designed as escorts for Yuanshi and Taiyi.
• Old Man Ruo Yu reveals that Aptitude Candidates will pilot Edge Type-1s, which Zheng Qing finds concerning due to its high risk.
• Colmar questions if the Aptitude Candidates' Resonance Degree meets the project team's requirements.
• Old Man Ruo Yu explains that the School values each Wizard equally and that Zheng Qing and Colmar can choose their own escorts.
• Zheng Qing decides to think more about his escort choices, and Old Man Ruo Yu opens a portal to the Yin-Yang world, leaving them with the words, "I'm waiting for you on the mountain."

Character Developments

• Zheng Qing: Realizes the implications of piloting Edge Type-1s and struggles with the idea of wasting elite Wizards on them. He also grapples with the responsibility that comes with standing at a higher position.
• Colmar: Questions the project team's requirements for Resonance Degree, showing her concern for the Aptitude Candidates' safety.

Significant Themes

• Equality among Wizards, as emphasized by Old Man Ruo Yu.
• The responsibility and burden that comes with power and higher positions, as experienced by Zheng Qing.
• The risks and dangers associated with piloting advanced Giant God Soldiers.

Character Interactions

• Zheng Qing and Old Man Ruo Yu: Zheng Qing learns valuable lessons about equality and responsibility from the Vice Principal.
• Zheng Qing and Colmar: They share concerns about piloting Edge Type-1s and the safety of the Aptitude Candidates.
• Zheng Qing and Zhang Yu (implied): Zheng Qing considers the potential impact of piloting an Edge Type-1 on his Teaching Assistant Group Leader.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zheng Qing and Colmar ascend a massive, spiritual mountain, which is actually a legendary wizard's husk.
• They navigate a desolate, narrow path with multiple forks, eventually reaching a narrow rock crevice that expands to let them pass.
• They enter a vast hall, where Old Man Ruo Yu awaits.

Character Developments

• Zheng Qing: Realizes the reason behind his arrangement to ride Edge Type-1 up the mountain, experiences a sense of fulfillment, and faces a challenge in entering the narrow crevice.
• Colmar (Witch): Shows no hesitation in navigating the path, reveals knowledge about the gate and its defense, and provokes Zheng Qing to test its strength.

Significant Themes

• The challenge of ascending to higher levels or understanding (mountain as a metaphor).
• The defense mechanisms and thresholds of legendary wizards.
• The limitations and permissions set by legends.

Character Interactions

• Zheng Qing and Colmar: They climb the mountain together, with Colmar leading the way and Zheng Qing following closely. They interact briefly, with Colmar showing caution due to Zheng Qing's special identity and Zheng Qing expressing his realization about his arrangement.
• Zheng Qing and Old Man Ruo Yu: They reunite at the end of the corridor, with Old Man Ruo Yu explaining the reason for the challenge and his limitations in accompanying them further.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zheng Qing and Colmar enter the control center of "Yuanshi," an altar-like cave plaza.
• Zheng Qing recognizes his etched Talisman Plates on the bluestone slabs.
• Colmar begins to explain the four paths leading to the altar's center: Heaven-Connecting Path (west to east), God-Connecting Path (opposite Heaven-Connecting), Heart-Connecting Path (north), and Origin-Connecting Path (south).

Character Developments

• Zheng Qing: Excited to see his work etched on the Talisman Plates, feels a sense of accomplishment and connection to "Yuanshi."
• Colmar: Assumes a teacher-like role, patiently explaining the altar's layout and functions to Zheng Qing.

Significant Themes

• Legacy and Connection: Zheng Qing's past work is integrated into "Yuanshi," highlighting the theme of legacy and connection to one's past actions.
• Power and Control: The altar's layout and functions emphasize the power and control that "Yuanshi" and its users possess.

Character Interactions

• Zheng Qing and Colmar: Zheng Qing follows Colmar's lead, showing respect and eagerness to learn. Colmar patiently explains and guides Zheng Qing through the altar.
• Zheng Qing and Old Man Ruo Yu: Old Man Ruo Yu provides guidance and advice, but ultimately lets Zheng Qing and Colmar proceed on their own.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zheng Qing discovers that the altar vanishes when Colmar is out of sight, indicating a privilege of the controller.
• Colmar reveals that high-level existences often have followers due to their resource abundance.
• Colmar ascends the altar, activates the Battle Robe, and initiates the Yuanshi activation process.
• Outside, Dr. Duzem observes the activation process, and announcements are made about the Aptitude Candidate's progress.

Character Developments

• Zheng Qing learns about the controller's privilege and observes Colmar's activation process.
• Colmar expresses her complex emotions about her new status and activates the Battle Robe, marking her commitment to the process.

Significant Themes

• Power and Resources: High-level existences control vast resources, attracting followers and creating a 'weak symbiosis.'
• Activation of Yuanshi: The activation process is a significant event, drawing attention from various factions and requiring strict protocols.

Character Interactions

• Zheng Qing and Colmar discuss the presence of alchemists and the nature of 'following' relationships.
• Dr. Duzem observes the process from afar, while announcements are made to keep observers informed and controlled.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Yuanshi, the colossal being, is about to wake up.
• Wizards on Lotus Peak feel the immense power and lose control of their magic.
• Old Man Ruo Yu, a Legendary wizard, casts a protective barrier to calm the magic surge.
• Yuanshi stands up, causing a shift in the world's balance and instability in Taiyi's aura.

Character Developments

• Yuanshi demonstrates its immense power and presence upon waking.
• Old Man Ruo Yu shows his calm and composed demeanor in the face of Yuanshi's awakening.
• Professor Simon and other Archwizards express awe and respect for Legendary beings.
• Professor Li shows concern for the safety of younger wizards.

Significant Themes

• The power and awe of Legendary beings.
• The impact of Legendary beings on the world's balance and magic.
• The psychological preparation needed to face Legendary beings.

Character Interactions

• Professor Simon and Professor Li discuss Yuanshi's awakening.
• Archwizards react to Yuanshi's power and Old Man Ruo Yu's barrier.
• Professor Li ensures the safety of younger wizards.
• Zheng Qing and Colmar interact, with Colmar binding Zheng Qing with blood-red vines due to an unknown trigger.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A data anomaly is detected in Yuanshi's monitoring, indicating a mismatch between Colmar's preserved blood sample and the returned data.
• The anomaly suggests the presence of Demonic Energy, causing chaos and concern in the monitoring hall.
• Zheng Qing is suspended in the cave plaza, facing a Witch-like figure (not Colmar) who seems to have Daoized.

Character Developments

• Zheng Qing demonstrates quick thinking and intuition, realizing that the Witch on the altar is not Colmar.
• The Witch-like figure, presumed to be an imposter, shows curiosity and mechanical speech patterns.

Significant Themes

• The struggle between humanity and loss of self (Daoization) is emphasized.
• The presence of Demonic Energy raises concerns about the project's safety and integrity.

Character Interactions

• Zheng Qing interacts with the imposter, trying to provoke a response and figure out its intentions.
• The Witch-like figure responds to Zheng Qing's accusations, showing curiosity about his deductions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zheng Qing deduces that Colmar's impersonator is a recent replacement, likely after she became an "Aptitude Candidate" for "Yuanshi," and during the school's distraction with the Solar Eclipse and an Archwizard incident.
• Zheng Qing realizes the impersonator is Professor Monteria, the Vice Principal of Edge Academy.
• Monteria admits his identity and mistakes, revealing he used a skin replacement magic from the Monteria Laboratory to impersonate Colmar.

Character Developments

• Zheng Qing demonstrates his analytical skills and deductive reasoning, piecing together clues to identify the impersonator.
• Monteria shows unexpected honesty and openness, confirming Zheng Qing's deductions and revealing his methods and motivations.

Significant Themes

• Identity and deception: Monteria's impersonation of Colmar highlights the theme of false identities and the ease with which they can be maintained, given the right circumstances.
• Risk and consequences: Monteria's actions show the risks one takes when deceiving powerful entities and the potential consequences when those deceptions are discovered.

Character Interactions

• Zheng Qing and Monteria: Their interaction is tense and revealing, with Zheng Qing questioning Monteria about his actions and motivations, and Monteria surprisingly forthcoming with answers.
• Zheng Qing and Colmar: Although not present in this chapter, their relationship is implied to be one of trust and mutual respect, with Zheng Qing determined to uncover the truth about Colmar's situation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zheng Qing is captured and held captive by Professor Monteria, who is impersonating Senior Colmar.
• Monteria reveals that he has peeled off Colmar's skin and flesh, leaving only her bones and internal organs, and is using her body to communicate.
• Zheng Qing tries to escape using his Talisman Gun but finds himself trapped within Edge Type-1.

Character Developments

• Zheng Qing: Shows fear and panic when faced with the prospect of having his flesh peeled off, but quickly regains composure and attempts to escape.
• Professor Monteria: Reveals his Archwizard status and his ability to subdue another Archwizard (Colmar) in a short time, hinting at his use of legendary power.

Significant Themes

• The importance of 'Archwizard seniority' and 'Registered Wizard seniority' in magical power and understanding.
• The malice of the world and the need for understanding and resistance against it.
• The distinction between Archwizards' true forms and their original bodies.

Character Interactions

• Zheng Qing and Professor Monteria: Zheng Qing questions Monteria about Colmar's whereabouts and how he subdued her, while Monteria explains the differences in their Archwizard seniority and the role of legendary power in his victory.