Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• The semester is nearing its end, with final exams three weeks away.
• Students face a dilemma between relaxing during upcoming holidays (Winter Solstice, Winter Hunt, Christmas, Laba Festival, New Year's Day) and studying for exams.
• Zhang Jixin and Xin Fatty complain about the holiday schedule, with Zhang suggesting it's an act against students.

Character Developments

• Zhang Jixin: Expresses frustration about the holiday schedule, showing his dedication to studying and lack of understanding of others' feelings.
• Xin Fatty: Sympathetic to students' plight, plans to write a commentary for the School Newspaper.
• Zheng Qing (Scholarship Student): Struggles with his feelings for Ilena, feeling ignored after their date ended abruptly. He's stubborn and prideful, refusing to make the first move after she distances herself.

Significant Themes

• Time's Passage: Students are surprised by how quickly the semester has gone, emphasizing the fleeting nature of time.
• Responsibility vs. Leisure: Students must balance their desire for relaxation with their responsibility to study for exams.
• Communication and Relationships: Zheng Qing's struggle with Ilena highlights the importance of open communication in relationships.

Character Interactions

• Zhang Jixin & Xin Fatty: They bond over their frustration about the holiday schedule, showing their camaraderie.
• Zheng Qing & Dr. Xiao: Dr. Xiao teases Zheng Qing about his feelings for Ilena, revealing their close friendship.
• Zheng Qing & Ilena: Zheng Qing's feelings for Ilena are complicated, with him feeling ignored and stubbornly refusing to make amends.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Students Zheng Qing, Xin Fatty, and Zhang Jixin are discussing Zheng Qing's relationship with Ilena, with Xin Fatty suggesting Zheng Qing should humble himself and flatter Ilena.
• The Stick Figure behind the door asks students to draw it a hat, and Xin Fatty questions if Stick Figures can feel cold.
• Professor Yao enters the classroom, noticing the lively atmosphere and asking about the commotion.
• Li Meng reports the Stick Figure's behavior, and Professor Yao shares that he was recently asked by the Student Union not to smoke in the classroom.
• Professor Yao expresses happiness about students taking responsibility for the academy and encourages their behavior.
• Li Meng catches Professor Yao 'smoking' and asks for their Magic Spell Class assignment to be waived, but he only bites the pipe and doesn't smoke.

Character Developments

• Zheng Qing: Shows anger towards Xin Fatty and Zhang Jixin's teasing but maintains composure.
• Xin Fatty: Demonstrates curiosity and a lack of filter in his questions, leading to a physical altercation with Zhang Jixin.
• Professor Yao: Shows understanding and encouragement towards students' involvement in the academy's affairs, while maintaining his humorous and caring demeanor.

Significant Themes

• Responsibility and involvement in the academy's affairs.
• Communication and understanding among students and faculty.
• The consequences of impulsive actions and words (Xin Fatty's punch from Zhang Jixin).

Character Interactions

• Zheng Qing, Xin Fatty, and Zhang Jixin: Teasing and provoking each other, leading to a physical altercation.
• Li Meng and Jiang Yu: Li Meng's impulsive actions contrast with Jiang Yu's stern and responsible demeanor.
• Professor Yao and the students: The Professor shows understanding and encouragement towards the students' behavior, while maintaining his authority and humor.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The chapter focuses on the upcoming final exam at Jiuyou Academy, known as the "Grand Exam," which carries significant weight and determines students' academic standing.
• Professor Yao emphasizes the importance of the final exam, comparing it to a carp leaping over the dragon gate.
• The class reviews the spells they've learned in the past six months, with a focus on the Binding Spell and 'Yuan Chen Shou Hu,' which is a mandatory question for the final exam.

Character Developments

• Zheng Qing understands the gravity of the final exam and reflects on his learning journey.
• Xin Fatty expresses his struggles with the spell 'Yuan Chen Shou Hu.'

Significant Themes

• The theme of responsibility and self-reflection is emphasized as Professor Yao encourages students to consider their progress since enrollment.
• The importance of exams as a means of assessment and categorization is highlighted.

Character Interactions

• Professor Yao interacts with the students by providing guidance and encouragement before the exam.
• Zheng Qing and Xin Fatty discuss their concerns about the upcoming exam, showing camaraderie among classmates.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The professor reviews the syllabus, emphasizing that advanced incantations beyond the syllabus will be tested to boost scores.
• He highlights the importance of Spellbooks, which will account for 30% of the exam, and encourages students who completed the Spellbook survey report.
• A student asks if the Hunting Moon incantations, taught outside the syllabus, will be examined. The professor confirms only the 'Chaos Spell' will be included.

Character Developments

• Zheng Qing reflects on his partnership with Jiang Yu on the Spellbook report and his lack of understanding of abstract aesthetics.
• Duan Xiaojian, a usually quiet student, asks a question about the Hunting Moon incantations.

Significant Themes

• The importance of going beyond the syllabus to excel in exams.
• The significance of Spellbooks as the vessel for casting incantations.
• The consequences of not paying attention to details in learning, as seen in Zheng Qing's reflection.

Character Interactions

• Zheng Qing observes Jiang Yu's focused demeanor during the class, reminiscing about their study session.
• Duan Xiaojian interacts with the professor, asking about the Hunting Moon incantations, showing initiative and curiosity.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Professor Yao reviews past six months' material instead of teaching new spells.
• Class runs late, causing students discomfort.
• Professor Yao hints at an upcoming test on the reviewed material.
• Li Meng approaches Zheng Qing's group after class, asking for their time on Friday.

Character Developments

• Zheng Qing remains cautious and tactful around Li Meng.
• Li Meng displays impatience and anger when provoked.
• Xiao Xiao shows concern for his friends' business and their behavior around Li Meng.

Significant Themes

• The importance of diligent study and mastering knowledge.
• The consequences of acting on impulsive desires (implied through Li Meng's reaction to Zheng Qing and his friends' behavior).

Character Interactions

• Zheng Qing and his friends interact with Li Meng, with Zheng Qing trying to be tactful and the others being more straightforward.
• Zheng Qing and Xiao Xiao exchange a glance, both thinking Li Meng has a scheme.
• Li Meng kicks Zheng Qing and glares at him and his friends, showing her anger and disapproval.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Meng outsources a task to Zheng Qing and his friends.
• The task involves working at Qingqiu Mansion to make pumpkin carriages.
• Li Meng makes them sign a Silent Contract with strict confidentiality clauses.

Character Developments

• Li Meng shows unexpected responsibility and caution in setting up a soundproof barrier before discussing the task.
• Zheng Qing shows reluctance but eventually agrees to help, showing a sense of resignation.

Significant Themes

• Trust and confidentiality among friends.
• Li Meng's scatterbrained nature contrasts with her responsible actions in this chapter.

Character Interactions

• Li Meng interacts with Zheng Qing and his friends, convincing them to sign the contract and take on the task.
• Jiang Yu, Li Meng's cousin, is mentioned but not involved in the conversation, showing she knows about Li Meng's plans but isn't actively participating.
• Zheng Qing and Xiao Xiao discuss the nature of the task, with Xiao Xiao providing insight into the school's outsourcing practices.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Meng asks Zheng Qing, Dr. Xiao, and the You Zui Hunting Team to help Su Ya with a task at Qingqiu Manor: picking pumpkins and making a pumpkin carriage.
• Zheng Qing is hesitant due to his connection with Su Ya and Poseidon's secret, but the others eagerly agree.
• Zheng Qing tries to find an excuse to avoid the task, but the others persuade him to join.

Character Developments

• Li Meng shows her loyalty and friendship towards Su Ya by helping her with the task.
• Zheng Qing struggles with his secret and the task, showing his cautious nature.
• The You Zui Hunting Team members, especially Xin Fatty, display their eagerness to get close to Qingqiu Manor and Su Ya.

Significant Themes

• Friendship: Li Meng's actions highlight the theme of loyalty and friendship among the characters.
• Secrecy and Trust: Zheng Qing's struggle with his secret and the task emphasizes the theme of secrecy and trust.
• Ambition: The You Zui Hunting Team's eagerness to get close to Qingqiu Manor and Su Ya hints at their personal ambitions.

Character Interactions

• Li Meng and Zheng Qing: Li Meng shows concern for Zheng Qing's well-being, while Zheng Qing is hesitant to participate due to his secret.
• Zheng Qing and the You Zui Hunting Team: The team members persuade Zheng Qing to join the task, showing their camaraderie.
• Zheng Qing and Poseidon: Zheng Qing's worry about Poseidon's secret being revealed hints at their relationship.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zheng Qing, a Scholarship Student, accidentally reveals knowledge about Qingqiu Mansion's pumpkin problem.
• His companions suspect he's hiding something, given the secrecy around Qingqiu Mansion.
• Zheng Qing tries to cover up his slip, but Dr. Xiao exposes the implausibility of his initial excuse.
• Zheng Qing eventually admits he goes to Qingqiu Mansion to retrieve Poseidon, a fox, for Su Ya.

Character Developments

• Zheng Qing: Struggles to maintain his secret, shows resourcefulness in creating excuses, but ultimately tells the truth.
• Dr. Xiao: Demonstrates keen observation and logical deduction, exposing Zheng Qing's lies.
• Xin Fatty: Shows jealousy and envy towards Zheng Qing's connection with Qingqiu Mansion.

Significant Themes

• Truth vs. Lies: Zheng Qing's attempts to hide the truth lead to more complications, highlighting the theme of honesty.
• Friendship and Trust: The group's suspicion of Zheng Qing's secret emphasizes the importance of trust among friends.

Character Interactions

• Zheng Qing and Dr. Xiao: Their exchange highlights Dr. Xiao's intelligence and Zheng Qing's struggle to maintain his secret.
• Zheng Qing and Xin Fatty: Fatty's jealousy and envy towards Zheng Qing's connection with Qingqiu Mansion reveal their differing social statuses.
• Zheng Qing and Li Meng: Li Meng's initial disbelief in Zheng Qing's excuse shows the group's collective suspicion.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zheng Qing decides not to go to Qingqiu Mansion with his friends after class on Friday to avoid being exposed.
• He plans three strategies to avoid going to the mansion: involving Professor Yao, faking an injury during the practical class, and using a sudden change in plans.
• The practical class is canceled, making the second plan impossible.

Character Developments

• Zheng Qing demonstrates his cunning and strategic thinking in planning his schemes.
• He shows concern for his cover and avoiding potential danger.

Significant Themes

• Deception and manipulation: Zheng Qing uses half-truths and lies to fool his friends and plans elaborate schemes to avoid Qingqiu Mansion.
• Avoidance of danger: Zheng Qing's primary motivation is to avoid a "terrifying ordeal" if his cover is blown.

Character Interactions

• Zheng Qing interacts with his friends (Li Meng, Xiao Xiao) through deception, not revealing his true intentions.
• He considers involving Professor Yao in his plans, showing respect for the professor's authority.
• Zheng Qing's interaction with Dunton, the class monitor, is brief but significant, as Dunton delivers the news of the canceled practical class, ruining Zheng Qing's plans.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The end of the semester approaches, and students are under heavy pressure to study.
• Main course classes encroach upon elective course classes for the first time.
• Practical classes have lower weight in final grading, making main courses more beneficial.
• The practical class for the afternoon is canceled and replaced by Talisman Class.

Character Developments

• Zheng Qing, the Male Wizard, is more concerned about avoiding the Qingqiu Club than academic pressure.
• Dunton, the class monitor, is overwhelmed with notifications and barely has time to eat.
• Xiao Xiao demonstrates analytical skills and knowledge about the school's conventions and grading systems.
• Instructor Zhang, the Talisman Class teacher, is described as young, talented, and lenient with Zheng Qing.

Significant Themes

• Academic pressure and the importance of main courses nearing the end of the semester.
• The weight of different assessments in final grading.
• Zheng Qing's desire to avoid the Qingqiu Club and his classmates' suggestions to seek special treatment.

Character Interactions

• Zheng Qing, Xiao Xiao, Dunton, Zhang Jixin, and Xin Fatty discuss the changes in the class schedule and its implications.
• Dunton is envious of Xiao Xiao's millet porridge and accepts a steamed bun from Zheng Qing.
• Zheng Qing and his classmates discuss the possibility of Zheng Qing asking for leave from Instructor Zhang's class.
• Zheng Qing's classmates suggest he go to the Qingqiu Club early to pave the way for them, causing Zheng Qing distress.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zheng Qing anxiously awaits a message from Dean Yao during talismans class.
• A paper crane from Dean Yao arrives mid-class, containing a brief message about Zheng Qing's symptoms.
• Zheng Qing requests and is granted permission to leave class early to address the message.

Character Developments

• Zheng Qing demonstrates his anxiety and eagerness to receive news from Dean Yao, hinting at his determination and desperation.
• Teacher Zhang shows understanding and flexibility, allowing Zheng Qing to leave class early despite the importance of the lesson.

Significant Themes

• Communication and Information: The paper crane message highlights the importance of communication and timely information in the magical academy setting.
• Responsibility and Privilege: Zheng Qing's ability to leave class early underscores the privileges granted to responsible students, while also emphasizing the responsibility he feels towards his health and the dean's concerns.

Character Interactions

• Zheng Qing and Teacher Zhang: Their interaction shows the teacher's understanding and flexibility, as well as Zheng Qing's respect for her authority and willingness to follow her instructions.
• Zheng Qing and Xiao Xiao: Zheng Qing's kick under the desk hints at their friendly camaraderie, while Xiao Xiao's silent eye-roll suggests his understanding and acceptance of Zheng Qing's unique situation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zheng Qing, a young wizard, rushes back to the dormitory during class hours, eager to deliver a message.
• He encounters Dylan, a vampire werewolf, who is just waking up and is initially upset by Zheng Qing's unexpected return.
• Zheng Qing accidentally looks into a bronze mirror hung in the dormitory, which blinds him temporarily.
• Zheng Qing remembers the urgent task assigned by Old Yao and decides not to join his friends at Qingqiu Mansion later.

Character Developments

• Zheng Qing demonstrates his responsibility and urgency in delivering a message, showing his commitment to his tasks.
• Dylan shows his usual vanity and annoyance at Zheng Qing's early return, but eventually helps deliver a message for Zheng Qing.

Significant Themes

• Responsibility: Zheng Qing's eagerness to deliver his message highlights the theme of responsibility and duty.
• Friendship: Zheng Qing's decision to miss an outing with his friends to fulfill his task shows the importance of responsibility over personal desires.

Character Interactions

• Zheng Qing and Dylan's interaction shows their familiarity and camaraderie, despite Dylan's initial annoyance.
• Zheng Qing's interaction with the sprites, who act as helpful little homemakers, shows his comfortable relationship with them.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zheng Qing assigns Dylan to deliver a message to the Qingqiu Mansion.
• Dylan tries to negotiate a deal with Zheng Qing, offering to take his place.
• Zheng Qing agrees, provided Li Meng doesn't object and Dylan brings gifts for Li Meng.

Character Developments

• Zheng Qing: Shows concern for Li Meng's preferences and diet, indicating a caring nature.
• Dylan: Demonstrates initiative and resourcefulness in completing his task.

Significant Themes

• Friendship and mutual support among dorm mates.
• Zheng Qing's responsibility and consideration for others.

Character Interactions

• Zheng Qing and Dylan: Their interaction shows Zheng Qing's authority and Dylan's eagerness to please.
• Zheng Qing and Tuantuan: Zheng Qing uses Tuantuan to communicate with the Black Cat, showing his trust in the cat's abilities.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zheng Qing, a Scholarship Student at First University, plans to transform into a cat and hide in the Academy's woods to avoid manual labor at Qingqiu Mansion.
• He decides to use Professor Yao as an excuse for his absence, claiming to have been on errands for him all afternoon.
• Zheng Qing successfully joins a cat group in the woods, led by a large Forest Cat.

Character Developments

• Zheng Qing demonstrates adaptability and resourcefulness in adjusting his plans.
• Zheng Qing experiences a brief sense of familiarity with his cat form but quickly dismisses it.

Significant Themes

• Adaptation and problem-solving in the face of unexpected circumstances.
• The duality of Zheng Qing's human and cat identities.

Character Interactions

• Zheng Qing interacts with various cats in the group, demonstrating a hierarchy with the Forest Cat as the leader.
• Zheng Qing's relationship with Professor Yao is used as an alibi, showing Zheng Qing's understanding of the professor's reputation and the students' trust in it.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Yu, a witch, plans to study but finds all her usual spots occupied in the library and study rooms due to the end of the semester.
• She decides to study in her dorm but finds it distracting, so she decides to go out for a walk.
• She transforms into a cat using a Transformation Potion and ventures out onto the campus at night.

Character Developments

• Jiang Yu shows determination and adaptability in finding a place to study, and later, in her decision to go out for a walk as a cat.
• She demonstrates her resourcefulness by using a Transformation Potion and her knowledge of the campus's layout.

Significant Themes

• Adaptability: Jiang Yu adapts to the changing circumstances, finding alternative places to study and eventually deciding to go out as a cat.
• Determination: She is determined to find a place to study and later, to potentially encounter the killer of the kitten or the black cat that saved her.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Yu interacts with her dorm mate, Li Meng, who is not present in the dorm, and with the plush bear, Li Neng, who distracts her from studying.
• She also interacts with the black cat in the small forest, although it's a silent, observational interaction.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Yu, now a white cat, finds the black cat (Zheng Qing) she's been looking for.
• She climbs a locust tree to reach Zheng Qing, who is on a branch, and kicks him to make space for herself.
• Zheng Qing, confused by Jiang Yu's actions and the other cats' behavior, eventually moves aside for her.
• Jiang Yu lies down next to Zheng Qing, and he accidentally brushes dead leaves off her fur. She purrs contentedly, expecting him to scratch behind her ears.

Character Developments

• Jiang Yu: Shows determination and initiative in finding Zheng Qing and asserting her presence.
• Zheng Qing: Initially confused and reluctant, he eventually accommodates Jiang Yu, displaying a hint of tolerance and care.

Significant Themes

• Power Dynamics: Jiang Yu's assertiveness challenges Zheng Qing's position as the "leader" of the cat group.
• Communication Barrier: Zheng Qing's inability to understand Jiang Yu's meows highlights the communication barrier between humans and cats.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Yu and Zheng Qing: Jiang Yu's boldness contrasts with Zheng Qing's initial reluctance, leading to a tense yet ultimately accommodating interaction.
• Zheng Qing and the other cats: Zheng Qing's frustration with the other cats' lack of responsibility and initiative is evident.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Yu attends the D&K opening ceremony, still processing her experiences as a cat the previous night.
• She struggles to accept that she was petted by a male cat, trying to rationalize it as cognitive impairment due to transformation magic.
• Li Meng notices Jiang Yu's flushed face and asks if she's unwell.
• Li Meng shares her experiences at Qingqiu Mansion, expressing a desire for a Seven-Colored Flower.
• Jiang Yu speculates about Su Shijun's illegitimate child, guessing it might be Poseidon.

Character Developments

• Jiang Yu: Struggles with accepting her cat-like behavior, tries to rationalize it.
• Li Meng: Excitedly shares her experiences at Qingqiu Mansion, remains oblivious to Jiang Yu's distress.

Significant Themes

• Transformation and its effects on memory and behavior.
• The struggle to accept and understand one's actions, especially when they conflict with one's self-image.
• The power of denial and rationalization.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Yu and Li Meng: Jiang Yu tries to hide her distress, Li Meng remains oblivious and excitedly shares her experiences.
• Jiang Yu's internal dialogue: She struggles to accept her cat-like behavior and tries to rationalize it.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zheng Qing wakes up early and enthusiastically, preparing for the shop's opening day.
• He tries to wake up his dorm mates: Xiao Xiao, Xin Fatty, and Dylan (the Vampire Werewolf).
• Dylan is irritable due to lack of sleep from helping Su Shijun the previous night.
• Zheng Qing promises Dylan Crimson Dragon Blood if he gets up and helps with the shop's opening.

Character Developments

• Zheng Qing: Shows increased confidence and initiative, eager to make the shop's opening a success.
• Dylan: Struggles with sleep deprivation, but eventually gives in to Zheng Qing's persuasions.

Significant Themes

• Responsibility and duty (Zheng Qing's eagerness to ensure the shop's success, Dylan's initial reluctance to help).
• Friendship and teamwork (Zheng Qing's efforts to motivate his dorm mates to help with the shop's opening).

Character Interactions

• Zheng Qing and Dylan: Zheng Qing tries to motivate Dylan to wake up and help with the shop's opening, using the promise of Crimson Dragon Blood as an incentive.
• Xiao Xiao and Xin Fatty: Xiao Xiao helps wake up Xin Fatty, while Zheng Qing tries to motivate Dylan.
• Xiao Xiao, Xin Fatty, and Dylan: Xiao Xiao explains the significance of the Hour of the Rabbit and encourages them to get up and help with the shop's opening.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The chapter begins with Su Ya, the Little Fox Girl, complaining about the punctual sunrise at First University, unlike the lazy sun in Qingqiu.
• Su Ya's daily routine as a probationary maid involves caring for the plants in the main hall, including the Seven-Colored Flower, which she believes can fulfill children's dreams.
• Su Man, the head maid, tasks Su Ya with cleaning the garden and removing pumpkin vines, which she initially resists.
• Su Shijun, the owner of the Qingqiu mansion, appears and decides to attend the D&K opening ceremony herself, allowing Su Ya to stay and tend to the garden.

Character Developments

• Su Ya: Shows her dislike for early mornings and her fascination with the Seven-Colored Flower. She also displays a rare bit of stubbornness but ultimately complies with Su Man's orders.
• Su Man: Demonstrates her authority as the head maid, showing surprise and approval when Su Ya displays knowledge about magic.
• Su Shijun: Appears briefly, showing her laziness and willingness to attend the opening ceremony in Su Ya's place.

Significant Themes

• The contrast between the disciplined life at First University and the more relaxed life in Qingqiu.
• The power of the Seven-Colored Flower and Su Ya's belief in its magical properties.
• The importance of diligence and responsibility in one's duties, as emphasized by Su Man.

Character Interactions

• Su Ya and Su Man: The head maid tasks Su Ya with garden cleaning, and Su Ya initially resists but eventually complies.
• Su Ya and Su Shijun: The owner of the Qingqiu mansion appears and decides to attend the opening ceremony herself, allowing Su Ya to stay and tend to the garden.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The You Zui Hunting Team members wake up early to prepare for their shop's opening.
• They face various minor issues like lacking cleaning supplies, finding a nest of Human-faced Spiders, and deciding how to handle them.
• Zheng Qing runs back and forth between the dormitory and the shop multiple times to fetch supplies and bring the Sprites and cat Tuantuan to help.
• They finally set up the shop's exterior decorations just in time for the opening.
• The first customers are unexpectedly a group of rats wearing blue vests.

Character Developments

• Zheng Qing demonstrates leadership and responsibility, ensuring everything is ready for the shop's opening.
• Xiao Xiao shows impatience and a bit of selfishness, prioritizing his hunger over the tasks at hand.
• Mister Vampire Werewolf displays a lack of concern for the shop's appearance, focusing more on his personal comfort.
• Dr. Xiao uses his knowledge to advise on handling the spiders.
• Xin Fatty shows resourcefulness in finding frames for Zheng Qing's certificates.

Significant Themes

• Teamwork: The members of the You Zui Hunting Team work together to prepare for the shop's opening, despite their individual quirks.
• Responsibility: Zheng Qing takes the lead in ensuring everything is ready, showing a sense of duty.
• Adaptability: The team faces unexpected issues and finds solutions, demonstrating their ability to adapt to changing circumstances.

Character Interactions

• Zheng Qing and Xiao Xiao have a friendly rivalry, with Zheng Qing taking the lead and Xiao Xiao occasionally showing impatience.
• Mister Vampire Werewolf and Xin Fatty have a light-hearted exchange about eating chive pockets.
• Zheng Qing and Xin Fatty have a brief, tense exchange about finding insect repellent and bringing the Sprites to help.