Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• The You Zui Hunting Team realizes they've been sent to Black Prison, a world they've visited before.
• They discover that Black Prison has changed significantly since their last visit, with brighter skies, vibrant life force, and no signs of the original prisoners.
• Old Man Vernal reveals that the changes are due to the intense battle between wizards and demons that took place a few months ago.

Character Developments

• Zheng Qing struggles with the realization that their actions in Black Prison could have caused a major disaster.
• Jiang Yu shows concern for Zheng Qing's well-being and asks a question that helps him refocus.
• Xiao Xiao and Zhang Jixin express excitement about the trial, while Xin Fatty is eager to record the events for the school newspaper.
• Zheng Qing demonstrates his understanding of the Black Prison environment and its changes.

Significant Themes

• Adaptation to new environments and circumstances.
• The impact of war on the environment and its inhabitants.
• The consequences of one's actions and the ripple effects they can have.

Character Interactions

• Zheng Qing and Jiang Yu show a growing bond, with Jiang Yu comforting Zheng Qing and Zheng Qing turning to her for support.
• Zheng Qing and Xiao Xiao share a moment of understanding, with Zheng Qing seeking Xiao Xiao's knowledge on the subject and Xiao Xiao hesitating before admitting he doesn't know the answer.
• The team dynamic is shown through their varied reactions to the revelation about Black Prison, with each member expressing their thoughts and feelings.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The war in the Black Prison World has ended, leaving significant changes.
• A new 'sun' has formed, centered around the Blue Star, bringing life back to the world.
• Monsters like Rotten Tan, Ogre tribes, and Earth Dragons are causing havoc, feeding on the new magic power.
• The School has chosen this place as a trial ground for second-year students to eliminate these threats and accumulate magic power during the magic tide.

Character Developments

• Zheng Qing is about to start his second year at university and is preparing for his trial.
• Li Meng, despite being inexperienced in the Black Prison war, shows determination to handle herself.
• Old Man Vernal reveals he's not as old as he looks and has unusual hobbies, such as playing video games.

Significant Themes

• The cycle of life and death in the Black Prison World.
• The importance of accumulating magic power and becoming stronger.
• The responsibility of wizards to maintain the balance and safety of the world.

Character Interactions

• Zheng Qing and Li Meng show mutual respect and support.
• Jiang Yu and Li Meng have a tense moment as Li Meng asserts her independence.
• Old Man Vernal reassures the group about the camp's safety and provides guidance.
• Zheng Qing and Old Man Vernal share a brief moment of connection over video games.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The You Zui Hunting Team, led by Zheng Qing, completes exploration tasks efficiently, earning high scores and maintaining the first position in the Trials.
• Li Meng, due to spending a day on Fleck Preparation, has a lower score than her teammates.
• On the eve of the last day, the team reflects on their journey and experiences.

Character Developments

• Li Meng (Little Witch): Becomes resentful and sulky due to her lower score compared to her teammates.
• Zheng Qing: Shows concern for his teammates' feelings and tries to placate Li Meng.
• Fatty: Demonstrates curiosity and interest in Zheng Qing's little green snake.

Significant Themes

• Teamwork and Cooperation: The team's success is attributed to their collective efforts and efficient division of labor.
• Adaptation and Growth: The characters adapt to the New World's environment through food and gain experience throughout the Trials.
• Responsibility and Sacrifice: Zheng Qing keeps secrets to protect his teammates and the little green snake.

Character Interactions

• Li Meng and Zheng Qing: Li Meng expresses her frustration with Zheng Qing, while he tries to console her.
• Zheng Qing and Fatty: Fatty shows interest in Zheng Qing's little green snake, leading to a lighthearted exchange.
• The Team: The members of the You Zui Hunting Team support and encourage each other, fostering a sense of camaraderie.

Chapter Sixty-Six: Unexpected Change

Key Plot Points and Events

• A group of ogres appears in an area previously cleared by the You Zui Hunting Team, causing a re-contamination.
• The Trial Management Committee offers two options: acknowledge previous work but deduct points, or clean the ogres and receive extra points.
• The team decides to choose option two, opting to clean the ogres and secure their lead.

Character Developments

• Zheng Qing demonstrates responsibility and leadership by considering the team's previous work and their duty to maintain the area's cleanliness.
• Li Meng shows her preference for safety and comfort over challenging tasks.

Significant Themes

• Responsibility and accountability for one's actions.
• The importance of teamwork and consensus in decision-making.
• The consequences of inaction and the need to rectify mistakes.

Character Interactions

• Zheng Qing seeks the team's input on the decision, showing respect for their opinions.
• Jiang Yu and Zheng Qing share a moment of understanding regarding their responsibility for the previously cleared area.
• Li Meng's preference for safety contrasts with the rest of the team's willingness to face the ogres.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The group sets out, with Li Meng still unhappy about dealing with ogres.
• Li Meng shares a disturbing dream, hinting at potential danger.
• Zheng Qing reassures Li Meng, emphasizing the importance of being prepared.
• The team's diviner, Dr. Xiao, performs a divination using burning yarrow.
• An Azure Bird messenger appears, reporting the discovery of an ogre tribe nearby.

Character Developments

• Li Meng: Struggles with her dislike for ogres and her sister's will, has a disturbing dream that worries her.
• Zheng Qing: Shows empathy and understanding towards Li Meng, tries to reassure her and keep her spirits up.
• Dr. Xiao: Demonstrates his divination skills using an ancient method, reveals his knowledge of the area's history and hazards.
• Xin Fatty: Shows curiosity about the divination process but remains more focused on the practical aspects of their mission.

Significant Themes

• The importance of preparation and being vigilant, even in the face of uncertainty or fear (as shown by Zheng Qing's response to Li Meng's dream).
• The use of ancient methods and knowledge in modern contexts (as shown by Dr. Xiao's divination method).
• The challenges of communication and understanding, both among the team members and with the environment they're navigating (as shown by the difficulty in pronouncing 'Eyjafjallajökull' and the mountain range's effects on consciousness).

Character Interactions

• Zheng Qing and Li Meng: Zheng Qing tries to comfort and reassure Li Meng, while Li Meng shares her concerns and questions Zheng Qing's beliefs.
• Dr. Xiao and Xin Fatty: Dr. Xiao explains the divination process to Xin Fatty, who shows curiosity but also some disregard for the details.
• The team members: They gather around Dr. Xiao to observe the divination process and discuss their next steps based on the Azure Bird's report.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The You Zui Hunting Team sets out, encountering an ominous sign (a dead crow) which Li Meng interprets as a bad omen.
• They reach the foothills of Eyjafjallajökull and meet Zhang Jixin, who has been observing the Ogre camp.
• The team plans to establish a stable base before attacking the Ogres.

Character Developments

• Li Meng: She overcomes her initial fear of the dead crow and shows maturity by not panicking. She also exhibits her knowledge of omens, demonstrating her understanding of classical mysticism.
• Zheng Qing: He tries to reassure his team but struggles to convince himself, showing his own superstitions and insecurities.
• Zhang Jixin: He displays confidence in his magic (Oster's Guardian) and shares his brother's wisdom about the importance of a good night's sleep before a mission.

Significant Themes

• Superstition vs. Rationality: Characters grapple with superstitions (like Li Meng's belief in omens) and try to maintain rationality (like Zheng Qing's attempt to dismiss the omen).
• Teamwork and Preparation: The team works together to activate their hunting formation and plans their approach to the Ogre camp, emphasizing the importance of teamwork and careful preparation.

Character Interactions

• Li Meng and Zheng Qing: Li Meng challenges Zheng Qing's leadership by pointing out the omen, but they ultimately work together to dismiss its significance and proceed with the mission.
• Li Meng and Zhang Jixin: Zhang Jixin offers Li Meng a Mustard Fruit to help her stay awake, showing concern for her well-being.
• The Team: The team members interact casually, sharing jokes and banter, which helps to ease tension and strengthen their bond.

Chapter Sixty-Nine: The Hunting Plan

Key Plot Points and Events

• A group of Ogres is observed at the edge of the Aiyafala Foothills, behaving unusually.
• The Ogres have no young ones, no shaman, but have a Two-headed Ogre.
• The hunting team plans to attack when the hunting party is away, targeting the weaker Ogres left in the camp.
• The team prepares for the attack, checking equipment and spells.

Character Developments

• Zheng Qing shows leadership and concern for his team's safety.
• Li Meng demonstrates impatience and eagerness to act.
• Zhang Jixin shows excitement and caution, ensuring the team is prepared.

Significant Themes

• The importance of preparation and caution in battle.
• The instinct of survival and reproduction in magical creatures.
• The value of magical medicinal ingredients (Ogre Warts).

Character Interactions

• Zheng Qing and Zhang Jixin work together to lead the team, ensuring everyone is ready.
• Li Meng kicks Xin Fatty twice, expressing her impatience and frustration, but Fatty seems unfazed.
• The team members share information and discuss their plan, showing unity and cooperation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zheng Qing, a scholarship student, struggles with his teammates' doubts about his magic control abilities.
• The team prepares for an ambush on a group of Ogres, using spells like Phantom Body, Weak Leg Curses, Chaos Spells, and Binding Spells to capture them easily.
• After capturing the Ogres, the team proceeds to collect valuable magical materials from their bodies, such as hearts, eyeballs, and spinal nerve cords.
• Xiao Xiao, the Diviner, warns the team about the approaching Ogre hunting party, giving them only five minutes to prepare.

Character Developments

• Zheng Qing feels embarrassed and defensive about his past 'accidents' involving loss of magic control.
• Xiao Xiao demonstrates his Divination abilities by sensing the approaching Ogres.
• Xin Fatty shows his knowledge of magical materials and their uses.

Significant Themes

• Trust and doubt among teammates.
• The importance of self-control and responsibility in magic use.
• The value of magical materials and their uses in alchemy and spellcraft.

Character Interactions

• Zheng Qing argues with his teammates about his magic control abilities.
• Zhang Jixin and Xin Fatty work together to collect valuable materials from the captured Ogres.
• Xiao Xiao warns the team about the approaching danger, showing his importance as a Diviner.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The You Zui Hunting Team finishes disposing of ogre corpses, but a two-headed ogre is approaching, drawn by the scent of blood.
• The team discovers a string of 'Glorious Skulls' in the main ogre tent, which are highly valued ogre artifacts.
• Zheng Qing, the team captain, finds the presence of these skulls in a small tribe unusual and wonders why they weren't used during the attack.

Character Developments

• Zheng Qing shows concern for the team's safety and strategic thinking, questioning the unusual circumstances surrounding the ogre skulls.
• Jiang Yu, the witch, demonstrates expertise in magic arrays and is cautious when handling the ogre skulls.
• Zhang Jixin, the lead hunter, exhibits decisive leadership by redirecting the team's focus to the imminent ogre threat.

Significant Themes

• Caution and Preparedness: Zheng Qing's questions highlight the importance of thorough investigation and preparedness before acting.
• Power and Symbolism: The ogre skulls represent the tribe's strength and history, serving as both symbols of glory and powerful magical tools.

Character Interactions

• Zheng Qing, Jiang Yu, and Zhang Jixin work together, sharing information and making decisions as a team.
• Li Meng, the little witch, is briefly mentioned showing off her new pet crow, Xiao Hei, to Zheng Qing, displaying her pride and affection for her creatures.

Chapter Seventy-Two: Silent Confrontation

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Black Hand, leading a group of Ogres, returns to their camp, sensing something amiss despite its peaceful appearance.
• Two Ogres are sent to scout the camp, entering the illusion-ridden area.
• The You Zui Hunting Team, hidden, discusses the physiology of Two-headed Ogres while waiting for the scouts.

Character Developments

• The Black Hand: Shows unease and caution upon returning to the camp, demonstrating its intuition and wisdom.
• Zheng Qing: Shows curiosity and analytical thinking by questioning the spine structure of Two-headed Ogres.
• Xiao Xiao: Demonstrates his knowledge and practicality by suggesting a dissection after capturing the Ogre.

Significant Themes

• Trust in intuition and instincts.
• The complexity of creature physiology.
• The importance of preparation and adaptability in hunting.

Character Interactions

• The Black Hand and its Ogres: The Black Hand leads and commands the Ogres, showing a hierarchical relationship.
• Zheng Qing and his team: The young wizards discuss and strategize together, showing camaraderie and shared knowledge.
• Zheng Qing and Xiao Xiao: Zheng Qing asks a question, and Xiao Xiao provides an informative answer, highlighting their different areas of expertise.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The You Zui Hunting Team encounters a Two-headed Ogre leading a group of Ogres.
• The Ogres send two scouts into the camp, who self-destruct upon entering, triggering a powerful explosion.
• The Two-headed Ogre, instead of fleeing, leads its group closer to the camp after the explosion.

Character Developments

• Zheng Qing demonstrates decisive leadership by ordering the team's response to the Ogres.
• Li Meng and Jiang Yu show quick thinking and teamwork by casting defensive spells to protect the team.
• The Doctor reveals a deeper understanding of the Ogres' true nature, perceiving their hidden greed and hatred.

Significant Themes

• Cunning vs. Brutality: The Two-headed Ogre displays cunning by using its scouts as suicide bombers, while also maintaining a facade of brutish simplicity.
• Trust and Perception: The team members struggle to understand and trust the Ogres, leading to misjudgments about their capabilities and intentions.

Character Interactions

• Zheng Qing and the Doctor discuss their impressions of the Two-headed Ogre, with the Doctor providing a more nuanced perspective.
• Xin Fatty expresses a desire to dissect the Two-headed Ogre to learn more about it.
• Li Meng and Jiang Yu work together to cast defensive spells, showing camaraderie and teamwork.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ogre hunters approach the camp in a disorganized swarm, unlike a typical battle formation.
• The Ogres' movements become stiff and uncoordinated after an explosion in their camp.
• The You Zui Hunting Team prepares to defend their camp, using various spells like Chaos Spell, Weak Leg Curse, and Binding Spell.
• The Two-headed Ogre leader uses an Aura of Fanaticism to resist the team's spells.
• Zheng Qing deploys a powerful Binding Spell, creating a defense line of curved trees and vines.
• The Two-headed Ogre charges into the defense line, causing a cloud of smoke and chaos.

Character Developments

• Zheng Qing demonstrates strategic thinking and adaptability in commanding the team's spells.
• The team members show unity and quick response to Zheng Qing's orders.

Significant Themes

• The theme of order vs. chaos is evident in the Ogres' disorganized charge and the team's use of Chaos Spell and Binding Spell.
• The power of unity and coordination is shown in the team's combined spellcasting.

Character Interactions

• Zheng Qing interacts with each team member, giving orders and receiving feedback.
• The team members work together, responding to Zheng Qing's commands and supporting each other's spells.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The You Zui Hunting Team, led by Zheng Qing, enters a camp to hunt ogres.
• Zhang Jixin and Xin engage with ogres outside the camp, while Zheng Qing and others maintain Binding Spells.
• A Two-headed Ogre, disguised as a mound, attacks Li Meng (the Little Witch) from behind.
• Zheng Qing uses various spells to counter the Ogre Shaman's curses, including transforming Xiao Xiao into a frog and creating a rocky mountain to protect Li Meng.
• The one-eyed crow adopted by Li Meng surprises everyone by casting a Devolve curse on the Two-headed Ogre.

Character Developments

• Zheng Qing demonstrates his versatility and quick thinking in responding to the Ogre Shaman's attacks.
• Li Meng, though unconscious, shows her connection with her familiar, the one-eyed crow, which unexpectedly aids in the battle.
• Xiao Xiao's transformation highlights the Ogre Shaman's curses' power and unpredictability.

Significant Themes

• Perception vs. Reality: The Two-headed Ogre's disguise as a mound and its initial successful attack on Li Meng emphasize the danger of underestimating one's enemies and the importance of vigilance.
• Teamwork and Adaptability: The hunting team's ability to adapt to sudden changes and work together, even when faced with unexpected threats, is crucial to their survival.

Character Interactions

• Zheng Qing and Li Meng: Zheng Qing's concern for Li Meng's safety is evident, and her familiar's intervention shows their bond.
• Zheng Qing and the Two-headed Ogre: Their exchange of spells and curses highlights their respective powers and strategies.
• The hunting team: Despite the unexpected attack, the team members quickly react and support each other, demonstrating their unity and coordination.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The trial camp is surrounded by various crows, serving as 'safety pads' released by the school.
• Jiang Yu finds a one-eyed crow in the ogre camp and throws it to Li Meng, who is later cursed by the crow, transforming her into a frog.
• Zheng Qing uses his green snake familiar to kill the two-headed ogre, and the team discovers the crow understands Ogre Shamanic witchcraft.
• Zheng Qing and Xiao Xiao interrogate the one-eyed crow, demanding a reason to let it go.

Character Developments

• Zheng Qing demonstrates his quick thinking and strategic prowess by seizing the opportunity to defeat the ogre and interrogating the crow.
• Jiang Yu shows concern for Li Meng's well-being and her desire to succeed in the trial.
• Xiao Xiao displays his knowledge of Shamanic witchcraft and supports Zheng Qing in interrogating the crow.

Significant Themes

• Trust and Caution: The team's initial complacency around the crows leads to Li Meng's transformation, highlighting the importance of constant vigilance in the trial grounds.
• Adaptability: Zheng Qing's ability to adapt to unexpected situations, such as dealing with the cursed crow, is crucial for survival in the trial.

Character Interactions

• Zheng Qing and Xiao Xiao: The two work together to interrogate the crow, showcasing their teamwork and complementary skills.
• Jiang Yu and Zheng Qing: Jiang Yu's concern for Li Meng's well-being is evident, and she seeks Zheng Qing's understanding and support.
• The One-Eyed Crow and the Team: The crow's appearance and actions create tension and mistrust between it and the team, leading to an interrogation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A two-headed ogre challenges and defeats the tribe's shaman elder, turning him into a one-eyed crow using sorcery.
• The ogre tribe, originally from another world, was left behind after the war between demons and wizards.
• The You Zui Hunting Team encounters and defeats the two-headed ogre, who was causing havoc in a human village.

Character Developments

• The one-eyed crow (former ogre shaman) reveals his past, showing regret and bitterness about his defeat and transformation.
• Zheng Qing, the team leader, demonstrates curiosity and strategic thinking in questioning the crow.
• Xiao Xiao, Xin Fatty, and Jiang Yu show varying reactions to the crow's story, ranging from interest to hostility.

Significant Themes

• The consequences of defeat and the struggle for survival.
• The power dynamics between different races and their interactions.
• The impact of war on those left behind.

Character Interactions

• Zheng Qing and the one-eyed crow: Zheng Qing questions the crow, showing a mix of curiosity and caution, while the crow is cooperative but defensive.
• Zheng Qing and his team: They exchange glances and reactions, showing unity and shared understanding.
• The one-eyed crow and the two-headed ogre: Their conflict highlights the power struggle within the ogre tribe and the consequences of defeat.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zheng Qing and his group encounter a one-eyed crow and a two-headed ogre.
• The crow reveals that its tribe has been afflicted by a curse, causing them to weaken and die.
• The crow explains that the two-headed ogre, named 'Black Hand,' was a brutal monster that consumed the souls of its tribe members.
• Xin Fatty discovers that the ogre's body is abnormal, with strange skin and internal structures.
• The group decides not to sell the ogre's body parts due to their abnormal nature.

Character Developments

• Zheng Qing: Shows empathy towards the crow and understanding of the situation.
• Jiang Yu: Demonstrates sensitivity to emotional cues.
• Xin Fatty: Displays knowledge of dark wizards and their practices.
• Xiao Xiao: Shows expertise in examining magical creatures' bodies.

Significant Themes

• The impact of world changes on magical creatures.
• The brutal nature of some magical creatures and their customs.
• The ethical implications of experimenting on magical creatures.

Character Interactions

• Zheng Qing and Jiang Yu: They work together to understand the crow's situation and the ogre's origins.
• Zheng Qing and Xin Fatty: They discuss the possibility of selling the ogre's body parts and decide against it.
• Xiao Xiao and the group: Xiao Xiao provides insight into the ogre's body, contributing to their understanding of its origins.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The young wizards analyze a copper piece with an 'M' engraved on it, trying to determine its origin.
• They also examine a peculiar bone from a two-headed ogre, with no clear results.
• Li Meng, who had fainted earlier, wakes up and shares her opinion about the copper piece's origin.

Character Developments

• Zheng Qing shows impatience and a lack of filter in his thoughts, but also displays a sense of responsibility.
• Jiang Yu remains calm and collected, even when Li Meng shares an unlikely theory.
• Xiao Xiao demonstrates his analytical skills and knowledge, using a cold joke to convey the futility of their current speculations.

Significant Themes

• Investigation and Analysis: The young wizards use their knowledge and skills to investigate the mysterious objects, highlighting their problem-solving abilities.
• Speculation vs. Fact: Xiao Xiao's joke emphasizes the difference between unfounded speculations and proven facts, suggesting that their current theories might be meaningless without evidence.

Character Interactions

• Zheng Qing and Jiang Yu: Zheng Qing's bluntness contrasts with Jiang Yu's calm demeanor, showing their different personalities.
• Xiao Xiao and Xin Fatty: Xiao Xiao's cold joke is understood and appreciated by Xin Fatty, indicating a shared understanding between them.
• Li Meng and the Group: Li Meng's unexpected wake-up and theory cause a mix of reactions, from amusement to understanding, showing the group's acceptance of her despite her initial weakness.

Chapter Eighty: Trial Ends

Key Plot Points and Events

• The young wizards of the You Zui Hunting Team conclude their discussion on the Two-headed Ogre's origins without resolution.
• They spend the last day of the trial leisurely, having a picnic, and return to the trial campsite early.
• The team discovers that the one-eyed crow, transformed from an ogre Shaman, remains unchanged even after the Two-headed Ogre's death.
• The supervisor from the Trial Committee confiscates the crow, citing safety reasons.

Character Developments

• Zheng Qing: He becomes more confident in his decision to keep the little green snake a secret, despite the risk of losing points.
• Xiao Xiao: He shows concern for Zheng Qing's well-being and advises him to be mentally prepared for challenges.
• Li Meng: She feels guilty for fainting on the battlefield and is less enthusiastic than usual.
• Jiang Yu: He demonstrates leadership by supporting Li Meng and making decisions for the team.

Significant Themes

• Fairness and Rules: The school's prohibition on using pets or Alchemical Objects during trials highlights the importance of fairness in competition.
• Consequences of Magic: The crow's unchanged state after the Two-headed Ogre's death illustrates the unpredictable and sometimes lasting effects of magic.
• Responsibility and Accountability: Old Man Vernal emphasizes the importance of accurate and complete trial reports, highlighting the responsibility of wizards to document their experiences.

Character Interactions

• Zheng Qing and Xiao Xiao: Zheng Qing seeks Xiao Xiao's advice about the little green snake, and Xiao Xiao offers guidance and support.
• Jiang Yu and Li Meng: Jiang Yu reassures Li Meng about her fainting incident, showing empathy and understanding.
• Old Man Vernal and Xiao Xiao: Old Man Vernal expresses concern for Xiao Xiao's well-being, showing a caring side despite his stern demeanor.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The second-year students gather at a small square after the trial.
• Old Man Ruo Yu, a Legendary Wizard, appears and addresses the students.
• He reveals that the school had previously fought against the Demon Allied Army, and that the Wizarding World is not peaceful.
• He criticizes the students' pride in their achievements during the trial, stating that their success was expected given their talents and upbringing.
• He defines pride as overcoming one's limitations, using examples of a turtle winning a race against a rabbit, a Jingwei bird filling an ocean with stones, and a giant dying of thirst while chasing the sun.
• He ends his speech by wishing the students a happy new semester and reminding them to reflect on their actions.

Character Developments

• Zheng Qing remains calm and composed throughout the gathering.
• Matthew Karen appears even paler and thinner.
• Nicholas stands beside Liu Feifei, showing a change in their relationship.
• Andrew from Alpha Academy looks somber.
• Classmate Li Meng seems dejected, possibly due to her impact on the team's average score.

Significant Themes

• Humility and the importance of overcoming one's limitations.
• The harsh reality of the Wizarding World and the constant battles against demons.
• The expectation of success given the students' talents and upbringing.

Character Interactions

• Zheng Qing nods briefly at Andrew but remains expressionless.
• Nicholas and Liu Feifei stand together, suggesting a romantic relationship.
• The students from Jiuyou Academy interact with each other, discussing their experiences during the trial.
• Old Man Ruo Yu addresses the students collectively, with his gaze pausing on the Jiuyou Academy formation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The 2008 Freshman Trial Assembly concludes with Old Man Vernal's announcement.
• Hundreds of crows descend from the sky, each one transforming into a large bird for the students to ride back home.
• Zheng Qing mounts a Three-tailed Crow and joins his classmates in a flight back to their academies.

Character Developments

• Zheng Qing: Shows curiosity and adaptability when mounting the Three-tailed Crow.
• Xin Fatty: Demonstrates knowledge about the school's budget and income creation, revealing hidden details.
• Jiang Yu: Uses the incantation "Yan Yan Yu Fei, their voices rise and fall" to facilitate communication among the flying students.

Significant Themes

• Ceremony and ritual: The use of Trumpet Flowers and crows for announcements emphasizes the importance of ceremony in society.
• Adaptability: Students must adapt to riding the crows, highlighting their ability to adjust to new situations.
• Communication: The incantation "Yan Yan Yu Fei, their voices rise and fall" enables students to communicate while flying, emphasizing the importance of connection and shared experience.

Character Interactions

• Zheng Qing and Xin Fatty: Zheng Qing seeks Xin Fatty's explanation for Old Man Vernal's concluding remarks, revealing their differing perspectives on the event.
• Zheng Qing and Jiang Yu: Jiang Yu uses an incantation to facilitate communication among the flying students, including Zheng Qing, demonstrating her leadership and consideration for her peers.
• The Young Wizards: The students share their excitement and concerns about riding the crows, fostering a sense of camaraderie and shared experience.