Chapter Summaries

Chapter Eighty-Three: The Death of Bloodline

Key Plot Points and Events

• A passionate speech is delivered by a thin wizard on Puji Island's First University, criticizing the discrimination based on bloodlines and the deviation from the school's original intent.
• The speech is attended by a growing crowd of young wizards, reporters, and even Merfolk from Linzhong Lake.
• The speaker represents the "Sacred Will" society and attacks the theories upheld by the Blood Kin Society and Alpha Academy's teaching philosophy.

Character Developments

• The thin wizard speaker shows strong conviction and passion in his speech, rallying the crowd against bloodline discrimination.
• Zheng Qing, a young Scholarship Student, becomes concerned about the escalating conflict between societies and the potential implications for the school.

Significant Themes

• Discrimination and inequality based on bloodlines.
• The struggle between traditional values and progressive ideals.
• The fight for justice, equality, and a better future.

Character Interactions

• Zheng Qing discusses the speech with his companions, Dr. Xiao and Xiao Xiao.
• The crowd in the small plaza responds enthusiastically to the speaker's words, indicating a growing support for the "Sacred Will" society's stance.
• Reporters document the event, suggesting increased media attention on the issue.
• Merfolk from Linzhong Lake listen to the speech, hinting at broader interest and potential support for the cause.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Students gather and discuss after a speech at the library plaza.
• Xin Fatty interviews students while Xiao Xiao takes notes.
• Zheng Qing and Zhang Jixin wait for them, leading to a late lunch.
• They have a pavilion lunch with fried chicken and beer, discussing the Blood Kin Society's presence.

Character Developments

• Xin Fatty shows his journalistic enthusiasm and generosity by treating his friends to lunch.
• Zheng Qing demonstrates his shrewdness and resourcefulness in securing lunch and information.
• Zhang Jixin displays his vigilance and responsibility by watching the Blood Kin Society members.

Significant Themes

• Friendship and camaraderie among the students.
• Vigilance and responsibility, as shown by Zhang Jixin.
• Zheng Qing's shrewdness and resourcefulness.

Character Interactions

• Zheng Qing and Xin Fatty's playful banter and mutual manipulation.
• Zhang Jixin's serious and responsible demeanor contrasts with the others' lightheartedness.
• The group's dynamic showcases their friendship and shared experiences.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zheng Qing tries to congratulate Xin Fatty, but Xin Fatty is more interested in the speech given at the small plaza.
• Dr. Xiao analyzes the speech, revealing it as a challenge from Lei Zhe (Blood Kin Society) to Augustus (Sacred Will), reflecting the conflict between Jiuyou Academy and Alpha Academy.
• Xiao Xiao discusses the philosophical differences between the two academies, their historical conflict, and the current power dynamics.

Character Developments

• Zheng Qing shows curiosity and impatience, eager to know the speaker's identity.
• Xin Fatty displays indifference to Zheng Qing's congratulations, focusing on the speech and its implications.
• Dr. Xiao demonstrates his analytical skills and knowledge of the Wizarding World's history and politics.

Significant Themes

• The philosophical differences between Jiuyou Academy (justice and equality) and Alpha Academy (freedom and justice).
• The power struggle between the two academies, reflecting the broader conflict between their philosophies.
• The historical context and the current state of the Wizarding World.

Character Interactions

• Zheng Qing tries to engage Xin Fatty in conversation, but Xin Fatty is disinterested.
• Xin Fatty interrupts Zheng Qing's question to Dr. Xiao, showing his eagerness to hear the analysis.
• Dr. Xiao expertly handles Zheng Qing's interruption, maintaining his composure and continuing his analysis.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xiao Xiao's analysis of the conflict between Jiuyou Academy and Alpha Academy is interrupted by a cold wind.
• Zheng Qing changes the Talismans around the pavilion, leading to a brief exchange with Xin Fatty about the quality of Talismans.
• Xiao Xiao resumes his analysis, discussing the "proxy war" between the two academies and its potential impact on First University.
• Zheng Qing reminds Xin Fatty to censor his article based on Xiao Xiao's analysis to avoid controversy.
• Zheng Qing and his team leave the pavilion, passing by Linzhong Lake where Zheng Qing sees Merfolk hunting and recalls recent events involving the Merfolk tribe.

Character Developments

• Zheng Qing: Shows vigilance and caution, reminding Xin Fatty to censor his article. He also demonstrates concern for the potential impact of the conflict on the school.
• Xiao Xiao: Exhibits clear-headedness and insight, providing a thorough analysis of the situation between the academies. He also shows curiosity about Xin Fatty's plans for his article.
• Xin Fatty: Displayed optimism and resourcefulness, planning to publish his article in other newspapers if necessary. He also showed deference to Zheng Qing's concerns.

Significant Themes

• Conflict and power dynamics between academies and their potential impact on the school and students.
• The use of "proxy wars" to transmit conflicts to lower levels.
• The importance of censorship and self-censorship in avoiding controversy.

Character Interactions

• Zheng Qing and Xin Fatty: Zheng Qing reminds Xin Fatty to censor his article, showing caution and concern. Xin Fatty respects Zheng Qing's wishes but also shows resourcefulness in finding alternative ways to publish his article.
• Xiao Xiao and Zheng Qing: Xiao Xiao's analysis impresses Zheng Qing, and Zheng Qing seeks Xiao Xiao's opinion on the duration of the conflict between Sacred Will and the Blood Kin Society.
• The entire You Zui Hunting Team: They listen to Xiao Xiao's analysis with enjoyment and praise, engaging in discussions and debates among themselves.

Chapter Eighty-Seven: The First Week - Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xiao Xiao discusses the conflict between Alpha Academy and Jiuyou Academy, suggesting it's a dynamic balance and not solely determined by the clubs' squabbles.
• Zheng Qing and his friends discuss the potential conflicts and proxy wars involving the two academies in the Wizarding World.
• The first week of the semester is spent reviewing and revising previous content, with Zheng Qing missing his private tutoring sessions with Professor Yi and his Saturday night patrols.
• Zheng Qing struggles with insomnia on Saturday night due to his disrupted sleep schedule.

Character Developments

• Zheng Qing: Struggles with adjusting to his new schedule, leading to insomnia and listlessness.
• Xiao Xiao: Shows political acumen and foresight in predicting future conflicts between the academies.
• Xin Fatty: Offers Zheng Qing a 'Sobering Potion' to help with his sleep issues, displaying concern for his friend's well-being.

Significant Themes

• The dynamic balance of power between Alpha Academy and Jiuyou Academy, and its influence on the Wizarding World.
• The impact of routine and schedule changes on individuals, as seen through Zheng Qing's struggle with insomnia.

Character Interactions

• Zheng Qing and Xiao Xiao discuss the academies' conflicts, with Xiao Xiao providing insightful predictions.
• Zheng Qing and Xin Fatty discuss Zheng Qing's sleep issues, with Xin Fatty offering a potion to help.
• Teacher Zhang and the Stick Figure interact, with the Stick Figure scolding the late students and Teacher Zhang thanking it for its supervision.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zheng Qing and his friends are discussing a potion made by Xin Fatty using Guan Guan Bird nasal extract.
• Guan Guan Birds are rare magical creatures, and their parts are highly sought after in the Wizarding World for their magical properties.
• Zheng Qing refuses to drink the potion due to its uncertified origin and potential side effects.
• Zhang Jixin shows Zheng Qing an article in the Beta Town Post, "Shadows Under The Sun," written by Lu Wei Pulitzer, featuring an interview with Zheng Qing.

Character Developments

• Zheng Qing: Shows concern for his health and safety, refusing to drink an uncertified potion. He is also eager to see the article about his interview.
• Xin Fatty: Demonstrates his gourmand tendencies and his interest in potion-making, but also shows a hint of embarrassment when Zheng Qing refuses his potion.
• Zhang Jixin: Shows support for Zheng Qing's decision not to use uncertified medicine and reveals the article about Zheng Qing's interview.

Significant Themes

• Trust and safety: Zheng Qing's refusal to drink the potion highlights the theme of trust and safety, as he is unwilling to consume an uncertified potion made from a rare and protected magical creature.
• The power of the press: The article in the Beta Town Post demonstrates the power of journalism in the Wizarding World, as it features an interview with Zheng Qing, indicating that his story has gained significant attention.

Character Interactions

• Zheng Qing and Xin Fatty: Their interaction revolves around Zheng Qing's refusal to drink Xin Fatty's potion, with Xin Fatty trying to convince Zheng Qing of its benefits.
• Zheng Qing and Zhang Jixin: Zhang Jixin shows support for Zheng Qing's decision not to use uncertified medicine and later reveals the article about Zheng Qing's interview, showing a friendly and helpful relationship between them.
• Zheng Qing and Xiao Xiao: Xiao Xiao sternly tells Zheng Qing to read the article first, indicating a teacher-student relationship with a focus on discipline and learning.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiuyou Academy's students have achieved remarkable success in a short period, with their points surpassing even Alpha Academy's.
• The success is attributed to the Jiuyou Educational Method, which has significantly increased the academy's total points.
• However, the success is not without its shadows. The student points ranking shows a significant shrinkage after the top 10%, indicating an elite-style education.
• A first-year senior from Jiuyou Academy expresses desperation due to the pressure of maintaining sufficient points to avoid expulsion.
• Students view dangerous adventures as shortcuts to earning credits, disregarding the potential harm or death.

Character Developments

• Zheng Qing, a freshman at Jiuyou Academy, is introduced. He is a Scholarship Student, Merlin Medal recipient, and holds the Great Arcana "The World." He shows excitement about the rewards of facing death but remains silent when asked about forbidden experiments.
• Professor Yao Xiaomi, the Dean of Jiuyou Academy, is mentioned. Under his leadership, the total points of Jiuyou students have been increasing rapidly.

Significant Themes

• The pressure and competition among students at Jiuyou Academy, with a focus on exams and earning credits.
• The disregard for students' natural inclinations and freedom in the pursuit of academic success.
• The risks and dangers associated with the academy's educational methods, including dangerous teaching content and harsh examination mechanisms.

Character Interactions

• The reporter interviews Zheng Qing and other students, revealing their attitudes towards credits, adventures, and the academy's educational methods.
• Professor Zhou Buchu shares his insights with the Beta Town Post about the students' limited options and the academy's support for dangerous hunting activities as an outlet.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zheng Qing reads an article in the Beta Town Post that misrepresents him and his experiences at Jiuyou Academy.
• The article mentions a 'Forbidden Experiment' that Zheng Qing knows nothing about.
• Nicholas, another student, also feels wronged by the article and suggests confronting the reporter, Ms. Pulitzer.

Character Developments

• Zheng Qing: He remains calm and rational despite the article's provocations, showing growth in handling gossip and criticism.
• Nicholas: He is more impulsive and emotional, seeking immediate action against the reporter.

Significant Themes

• The power of public opinion and its manipulation in the conflict between Jiuyou and Alpha Academies.
• The struggle between freedom of speech and responsible journalism.
• The impact of gossip and misrepresentation on individuals.

Character Interactions

• Zheng Qing and Nicholas bond over their shared frustration with the article, with Zheng Qing trying to calm Nicholas down.
• Zheng Qing and Xin Fatty discuss the implications of the article and the power dynamics between Jiuyou and Alpha Academies.
• Xiao Xiao provides insight into the political undercurrents behind the article.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zheng Qing and his friends discuss a controversial report about Lan Que, with Zheng Qing criticizing its bias.
• Xiao Xiao, a scholarship student, argues that language inherently carries bias and preference, using examples from the report and Zheng Qing's evaluations of Lan Que and Matthew.
• Xiao Xiao proposes a hypothetical 'objective' language, using a primitive machine language-like example, but the students find it confusing and impractical.

Character Developments

• Zheng Qing: Shows strong opinions and critical thinking, but also demonstrates a willingness to listen and consider others' viewpoints.
• Xiao Xiao: Displays intellectual depth and analytical skills, presenting a unique perspective on language and bias. He also shows humility in admitting his ideas might not be perfect.
• Nicholas: Initially emotional and eager to defend Lan Que, he later regains composure and expresses concern for Feifei's feelings.

Significant Themes

• Bias in language and communication
• Objectivity vs. subjectivity in reporting and evaluation
• The power dynamics and manipulation of public opinion

Character Interactions

• Zheng Qing and Xiao Xiao: Engage in a thoughtful debate about language and bias, with Zheng Qing initially disagreeing but eventually considering Xiao Xiao's perspective.
• Zheng Qing and Nicholas: Share a moment of understanding and camaraderie regarding their concern for Lan Que and Feifei.
• The group: Exhibit a dynamic of friendly banter and mutual respect, with each member contributing to the discussion.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The chapter is set in Alpha Castle's Xiangqi Society lounge, where members are discussing their club and academic topics.
• Mike King Ceplano, the club leader, plays chess with Cole, a second-year student, while discussing the "Doreen Green Effect" - a magical phenomenon where external actions reflect on a person's portrait.
• Ceplano uses the chess game to metaphorically explain that harming Xiangqi Society is like harming him personally.
• He teaches Cole about chess and its rules, using it as an analogy for the order and rules in life.

Character Developments

• Mike King Ceplano: He is portrayed as a strategic and cunning leader, using chess as a tool to convey his message and maintain control over his club members. He is also shown to be ambitious, as he aims to become the next 'Star King'.
• Cole: Cole is depicted as nervous and neurotic, struggling to understand Ceplano's intentions and feeling intimidated by him.

Significant Themes

• Power and Control: Ceplano's use of chess to assert his dominance and control over his club members is a key theme.
• Order and Rules: The game of chess and its rules serve as a metaphor for the order and rules that govern society and the club.
• Ambition: Ceplano's ambition to become the next 'Star King' is a significant theme, driving his actions and decisions.

Character Interactions

• Ceplano and Cole: Their interaction is tense and intimidating, with Ceplano using the chess game to convey a message of power and control, while Cole struggles to understand and comply.
• Ceplano and Xiangqi Society Members: The other members of Xiangqi Society are shown to be in awe of Ceplano, reacting emotionally to his words and actions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Mike King Ceplano (Xiangqi Society leader) plays chess with Cole, using the game to force Cole to reveal information about a recent negotiation gone awry.
• Cole's Ouroboros mark crawls into a Bible on the chessboard, indicating the truth of his words.
• Ceplano decides not to warn the Merfolk tribe but to keep an eye on them and warn Friedman instead.
• In a separate meeting, representatives from First University and the Rat Tribe discuss the recent infestation of five poisons and the Rat Tribe's abnormal activities. The Rat Tribe agrees to handle the infestation independently and provide a written explanation for their activities.

Character Developments

• Cole shows fear and anxiety under pressure, revealing information about the Linzhong Lake incident.
• Ceplano demonstrates his cunning and patience, using the chess game as a tool for interrogation and making strategic decisions.
• The Rat Immortal shows initial defiance but ultimately submits to the school's demands, hinting at a loss of power or influence.

Significant Themes

• Power and Control: Ceplano uses his position and the chess game to control Cole and extract information. The Rat Immortal's submission to the school's demands highlights the power dynamics between the Rat Tribe and First University.
• Trust and Betrayal: The incident at Linzhong Lake involves betrayal, with the Merfolk tribe potentially double-crossing the Xiangqi Society. This theme is also reflected in the Rat Tribe's abnormal activities and the school's lack of trust in them.
• Consequences of Actions: The early infestation of five poisons is a consequence of Alpha Academy's reckless use of Bloodline Magic. This theme is also seen in the Rat Tribe's abnormal activities leading to the school's increased scrutiny.

Character Interactions

• Ceplano and Cole: Ceplano uses the chess game to interrogate Cole, showing no mercy despite Cole's fear and anxiety. Cole, despite his fear, reveals information truthfully.
• First University Representatives and the Rat Immortal: The representatives assert their authority, while the Rat Immortal initially shows defiance but ultimately submits to their demands, indicating a power imbalance.

Key Plot Points and Events

• First University has been tumultuous for the past six months due to various incidents like the Great Sea Demon scouts, Under the Moon Council, Dark Council, Headmaster's disappearance, Black Prison incident, School Hunt Competition, and supernatural disturbances.
• The school management is overwhelmed but tied up due to the Xuanhuang Wood's fruiting.
• The school warns the Rat Immortal to behave, leading to a tense confrontation.
• Sartogua's eye appears in the sky, causing alarm among the students, particularly Zheng Qing, who recognizes it.

Character Developments

• The Rat Immortal shows pride and anger when its race is belittled, revealing a complex relationship with the school.
• Zheng Qing experiences fear and anxiety upon recognizing Sartogua's eye, feeling responsible for its descendant's death.

Significant Themes

• Power Dynamics: The tension between the Rat Immortal and the school representative highlights the power struggle between different entities on the island.
• Fear and Consequences: Zheng Qing's fear of Sartogua's eye illustrates the theme of facing the consequences of one's actions.

Character Interactions

• The Rat Immortal and the First University representative have a contentious interaction, with the Rat Immortal feeling disrespected and the representative maintaining a superior attitude.
• Zheng Qing's teammates are oblivious to his distress, focusing on the peculiar sight in the sky, highlighting his isolation in his fear.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The incident of Sartogua's giant eyeball is erased from everyone's memory by an unknown force, except for Zheng Qing, who retains a vague concept of it.
• Zheng Qing decides to study harder to gain more magical power, aiming to graduate on time and become an excellent Registered Wizard.
• In the first Magic Spell class of the second semester, Professor Yao asks Zheng Qing about the essence of magic, and later writes "On the Essence of Magic Spells and the Charm of Magic" on the blackboard.

Character Developments

• Zheng Qing becomes more determined to study diligently to increase his magical power, driven by the mysterious erasure of the Sartogua incident and his desire to become a successful Wizard.
• Professor Yao is shown to be stern and demanding, picking on Zheng Qing during class, possibly due to the final exam incident.

Significant Themes

• The power and influence of magical forces, as seen in the erasure of the Sartogua incident.
• The pursuit of knowledge and magical power, reflected in Zheng Qing's determination to study harder.
• The essence of magic and the nature of Magic Spells, explored through Professor Yao's class.

Character Interactions

• Zheng Qing and Professor Yao interact in class, with the professor questioning Zheng Qing about the essence of magic.
• Zheng Qing observes Dr. Xiao and the Gypsy Witch, noting their different approaches to the class: Dr. Xiao is eager to take notes, while the Gypsy Witch is asleep. Zheng Qing wishes he had sat with her, indicating a friendly relationship.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Professor Yao teaches the definition of a magic spell, emphasizing its integration with other magical disciplines like Talismans, Magic Script, Divination, and Pharmacology.
• He uses the friction formula and mass-energy equivalence as analogies to explain the relationship between magic spells and other disciplines.
• Zheng Qing forgets about the 'Sartogua Incident' due to his engrossment in the class.
• Ilena approaches Zheng Qing after class, and he notices a change in her perfume.

Character Developments

• Zheng Qing: Shows curiosity and attentiveness in class, recalling details about Ilena's previous perfume. He also demonstrates thoughtfulness by offering to create sleep Talismans for Ilena.
• Ilena: Maintains her friendly and alluring demeanor, teasing Zheng Qing about his observations on her perfume. She delivers a note from Professor Monteria to Zheng Qing.

Significant Themes

• The interconnectedness of magical disciplines: Professor Yao emphasizes that magic spells are not isolated but integrate knowledge from various magical fields.
• The charm of magic: The ease and convenience of applying magical principles are highlighted, contrasting with the Bading World's practical distance between principles and applications.

Character Interactions

• Zheng Qing and Professor Yao: The professor lectures on the fundamentals of magic spells, while Zheng Qing attentively takes notes and asks questions.
• Zheng Qing and Ilena: They engage in playful banter after class, with Zheng Qing noticing a change in Ilena's perfume and Ilena teasing him about his observations. She also delivers a note to him from Professor Monteria.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zheng Qing, a scholarship student at First University, seeks Professor Monteria's help due to his unusual attraction to demons and the recent Black Tide incident.
• After a delay of over half a year, Zheng Qing finally receives a reply from Professor Monteria, inviting him to be an intern assistant in his laboratory.
• Zheng Qing's eyes turn red again, reminiscent of a previous incident caused by a powerful entity.

Character Developments

• Zheng Qing: Shows determination to seek help from Professor Monteria despite his concerns about the professor's reputation. He also demonstrates a growing acceptance of his unusual condition.
• Professor Monteria: Maintains a mysterious and aloof demeanor, with a reputation for conducting controversial research. He agrees to take Zheng Qing as an intern assistant.
• Ilena: Shows concern for Zheng Qing's well-being and is curious about his relationship with Professor Monteria. She also exhibits a growing acceptance of Zheng Qing's unique condition.

Significant Themes

• The stigma surrounding research on bloodlines and demons in the wizarding world.
• The power dynamics and reputation of professors at First University.
• Zheng Qing's growing acceptance and understanding of his unusual condition.

Character Interactions

• Zheng Qing and Professor Monteria: Their relationship is formal and distant, with Zheng Qing seeking Professor Monteria's help due to his expertise in bloodlines and demons.
• Zheng Qing and Ilena: They share a close friendship, with Ilena showing concern for Zheng Qing's well-being and accepting his unique condition. They also have a playful, teasing dynamic.
• Zheng Qing and the powerful entity (Sartogua): Their interaction is indirect, with Zheng Qing's red eyes serving as a reminder of the entity's influence.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zheng Qing asks Ilena about the two moons he saw, but she has no recollection.
• They decide to check the Astrology Observatory for records.
• Zheng Qing shares Xiao Xiao's "just language" theory and the recent student association disputes with Ilena.

Character Developments

• Zheng Qing: He shows concern for Xiao Xiao's feelings, trying to protect him from further distress. He also reflects on the importance of emotions and understanding in human interactions.
• Ilena: She shows care and concern for Zheng Qing's well-being, encouraging him to tell Professor Yao about his eye condition.

Significant Themes

• The importance of emotions and understanding in human interactions.
• The limitations of mechanization and objectivity in language and society.
• The complexities of teaching philosophies and their implementation.

Character Interactions

• Zheng Qing and Ilena: They have a friendly and open conversation, with Zheng Qing sharing his thoughts and experiences with Ilena. They also have a brief, awkward moment when Zheng Qing playfully touches Ilena's lips.
• Zheng Qing and Xiao Xiao: Zheng Qing shows consideration for Xiao Xiao's feelings and tries to protect him from further distress. He also reflects on Xiao Xiao's theories but keeps his own thoughts to himself.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The story begins with the arrival of spring at Linzhong Lakefront, symbolizing the start of a new semester.
• Zheng Qing walks with Ilena, and their conversation shifts from Ilena's studies to Zheng Qing offering help with her ancient talismans in exchange for sugar figures.
• Ilena gifts Zheng Qing an expensive sugar figure set depicting a soccer match, which he enjoys observing daily.
• Zheng Qing entrusts the sugar figures to Xiao Xiao for safekeeping while he visits Professor Monteria's laboratory.

Character Developments

• Zheng Qing: Shows passion for learning and a playful side, setting rules for eating the sugar figures. He also demonstrates thoughtfulness in offering help to Ilena and remembering his roommates' requests.
• Ilena: Exhibits kindness and thoughtfulness in gifting Zheng Qing the sugar figures. She also shows professionalism in declining Zheng Qing's help while hinting at future assistance.
• Xiao Xiao and Xin Fatty: Display camaraderie and support for Zheng Qing, asking him to remember their requests while he's away.

Significant Themes

• Friendship and camaraderie among the characters.
• The joy of learning and discovery, symbolized by the start of the semester and Zheng Qing's enthusiasm for the sugar figures.
• Thoughtfulness and kindness, shown through Ilena's gift and Zheng Qing's consideration for his roommates.

Character Interactions

• Zheng Qing and Ilena: Their interaction shows a growing friendship and mutual respect, with Ilena's gift indicating a deeper connection.
• Zheng Qing and his roommates (Xiao Xiao and Xin Fatty): They display a close bond, with Zheng Qing remembering their requests and his roommates entrusting him with their sugar figures.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zheng Qing learns about the various institutions of First University and their connecting corridors, which are rarely used by students due to their length and potential hazards.
• He discovers the First Grand Hall's nine grand gates, serving as shortcuts between institutions, requiring authorization for use.
• Zheng Qing visits Professor Monteria's laboratory at the Applied Magic Institute using an authorization slip, navigating a long corridor lined with various laboratories.
• He finds Professor Monteria's laboratory, marked by a bronze door with a Minotaur-like beast head, which opens after Zheng Qing presents his authorization.
• Inside, Zheng Qing finds Professor Monteria overseeing black-robed wizards conducting experiments, appearing tired and overworked.

Character Developments

• Zheng Qing demonstrates respect and politeness by bowing to the bronze bull head and addressing it formally.
• Professor Monteria is shown to be dedicated to his work, overseeing experiments and taking notes, but appears physically exhausted.

Significant Themes

• The theme of dedication and hard work is emphasized through Professor Monteria's commitment to his research, despite his apparent exhaustion.
• The theme of respect and politeness is shown through Zheng Qing's actions towards the bronze bull head.

Character Interactions

• Zheng Qing interacts with the bronze bull head, showing respect and politeness, which leads to the door opening.
• Zheng Qing sees Professor Monteria but doesn't immediately approach him, feeling uncertain about interrupting his work.
• Professor Monteria eventually notices Zheng Qing and approaches him, showing no surprise at his presence.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zheng Qing meets Professor Monteria to investigate his unusual eye condition and sensitivity to mental stimulation.
• Professor Monteria initially seems stern and unoptimistic about Zheng Qing's desire to understand himself but later shows interest in his case.
• Zheng Qing undergoes an eye examination using a light spot, revealing that his condition was triggered the previous night.

Character Developments

• Zheng Qing: Shows determination and courage in seeking answers about his condition, despite initial nervousness.
• Professor Monteria: Initially appears stern and unapproachable, but later displays a more human side, showing interest in Zheng Qing's case and even humor.

Significant Themes

• The struggle to understand oneself and one's abilities.
• The importance of thorough investigation and examination in uncovering the truth.
• The duality of human nature, as seen in Professor Monteria's stern demeanor and later revealed kindness.

Character Interactions

• Zheng Qing and Professor Monteria: Initially tense, with Zheng Qing feeling intimidated by the professor's sternness. However, their interaction becomes more cordial as Professor Monteria shows interest in Zheng Qing's case.
• Zheng Qing and the assistant wizards: Zheng Qing feels supported by their soft laughter, which eases his nervousness.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zheng Qing, a scholarship student at Jiuyou Academy, meets Professor Monteria for a bloodline test and ends up being hired as a lab assistant.
• Professor Monteria assigns Zheng Qing to work in his laboratory every Saturday from 1 PM to 6 PM for the next three months to earn his examination report.
• Zheng Qing is given a task to familiarize himself with the laboratory's requirements and regulations and provide his opinions and thoughts by 5 PM.

Character Developments

• Zheng Qing shows curiosity and eagerness to learn, accepting the lab assistant position and the task given by Professor Monteria.
• Professor Monteria displays a stern and demanding demeanor, expecting high standards from Zheng Qing.

Significant Themes

• The importance of hard work and dedication in academic pursuits.
• The interconnectedness of different disciplines, in this case, Magic Script and Talismans.

Character Interactions

• Zheng Qing and Professor Monteria: The professor tests Zheng Qing's knowledge and assigns him tasks, while Zheng Qing shows eagerness to learn and asks questions.
• Zheng Qing and the other lab assistants: Zheng Qing observes the other assistants working diligently, setting an example for him to follow.