Okay, so this chapter starts with what should be a tiny moment—Chu Xuan getting apples from his sign-in system—and somehow it becomes the most loaded object in the entire underground city. Think about that. One crate. One per person. The fact that Han Duoduo packs the leftovers 'as if they were treasures' tells you everything about scarcity without the author having to explain the economics. But what I really want to talk about is how the plot uses food as a narrative device. This isn't just 'protagonist gets cool item.' The apples trigger a chain reaction: Liu Qi and Han Zi'ang's shock, the explanation of Chu Xuan's parents' status, the realization that he has connections even through dead relatives. The author is building a world where a single apple reveals the entire power structure. Then there's the political subplot that sneaks in. The Helium flash deniers marching with their signs, the three and a half billion people outside the underground cities, the Firestone being basically a hydrogen bomb that can't be kept in populated areas. All of this is woven through what should be a simple New Year's Eve chapter. The plot doesn't stop for holidays—it uses them as pressure cookers. The thesis review mechanism change is another plot thread I need to mention. The new system means Chu Xuan's work could actually get noticed, which raises the stakes for his academic plotline. It's a subtle shift from 'just survive' to 'maybe I can actually matter here.' That's good plotting—escalation without announcement. And the enhancement system? Level 1 to Level 2 progression with the six-vial limit creates a clear mechanical arc. The author is playing with power progression like a game designer, but it serves the story because every enhancement costs something—time, risk, resources. Chu Xuan's second enhancement taking ten minutes of frozen paralysis is a great detail. It's not instant power-up; there's consequence. The pacing here is interesting too. We go from intimate family breakfast to political protest to underground black market flyers to academic pressure to body enhancement. That's a lot of ground, but it works because each scene is short and punchy. No scene lingers past its purpose. The author knows when to cut.
Okay so let me just say this—the author is playing 4D chess with the plot and I am HERE for it. The lingzhi sale arc is satisfying on its own, but then BAM, the guy who abandoned Su Muyao shows up. Like, literally strolls into the story right after they sell the herb, and the reader is just sitting there going WHAT. The way the plot threads connect is honestly impressive. You've got the Su family's financial turnaround, the village's changing attitude (those villagers bringing gifts!), the building of a new house as a symbol of their rising status, and then this one guy who threw the baby away is now overhearing everything. The narrative is setting up a conflict that's going to explode. And the best part? The villain has no idea who he's dealing with. He thinks he can just waltz back in and claim what he thinks is his. Meanwhile, Su Muyao has literally never met him and is happily buying fabric. The dramatic irony is THICK. Also, the subplot with the two pharmacies is a nice touch—the first one lowballing them at twenty wen versus the second offering nine gold taels per liang. That contrast really shows how much the Su family is about to gain, and how close they came to being scammed. It makes the payoff so much sweeter. But honestly, what really got me was the ending of this section. The man storming off, calculating how much money he lost, planning to discuss with his mother what to do next. That's not just a cliffhanger—that's a ticking time bomb. What happens when he finds out the truth? What happens when he comes after the family? I need to know.
Okay so this whole sequence is a masterclass in misdirection and I need to talk about it because the author absolutely played me. Let me walk through the layers here. First, we have the Gu-switching incident. Jiang Li thinks Lian Qiao attacked her with an Itching Gu. Lian Qiao is like... wait, I didn't even succeed? And then Lu Wujiu drops the bomb that HE switched it. So there were THREE people operating in this scene and only ONE of them got what they deserved. That's not just a plot twist, that's a plot sandwich. But then—then Xie Mingran shows up and the whole thing gets MORE complicated. He admits to stealing the Love Gu but swears he didn't touch the Kongtong Seal. And Lian Qiao, thank god, actually does the detective work here. She connects the dots: Xie Mingran dropped the Gu he stole while hiding on the shelf, which means someone ELSE picked it up and swapped it with the real Love Gu. Two separate thieves. Two separate crimes. The author had me convinced this was one big heist and it was actually two people taking advantage of the same chaos. And then the arrow. Of course the arrow. Xie Mingran is about to spill everything—about the person he saw, about the Kongtong Seal—and BAM, throat arrow. Silent witness eliminated. The pacing here is ruthless. One moment he's talking, the next he's dead, and the reader is left hanging with the exact same frustration Lian Qiao feels. The deduction Lian Qiao makes about the insider framing the demons is genuinely sharp. She pieces together that a demon wouldn't bother silencing a witness or faking demonic energy on the arrow. Only an insider would need to cover their tracks AND blame someone else. This is the kind of moment that makes you want to screenshot the page and send it to your group chat. What I love most is how the plot keeps escalating the stakes without feeling forced. Each revelation naturally leads to a new question. Who stole the Kongtong Seal? Who is the insider? Why does Lu Wujiu seem to know more than he's letting on? The narrative momentum is relentless and I absolutely did not sleep last night because of it.
'Is this what a mother's embrace feels like?'—I had to stop reading for a second. That single line absolutely wrecked me. Little Pi Xiu has never been held by her parents. The clan elder said they were 'busy consolidating cultivation,' which is basically beast-speak for 'we abandoned our kid.' And then here she is, in this little cub's body, being crushed against a chest that smells like safety and relief, and she doesn't even know what to do with herself. The way Bai Li pats Yu Lixia's back and says 'Mommy, don't cry. Li Li is fine'—it's devastating because it's so tender. This ancient spirit beast who's seen countless realms is completely out of her depth when it comes to human maternal love. She's learning on the job, and it shows. But then the text flips and gives us the colder side: Bai Dingting leaves without saying goodbye to his wife, and the little cub's memory reveals she desperately wants her parents together. The steak joke—'A rare steak meets a medium-rare steak. Why don't they greet each other?'—is actually heartbreaking when you think about it. Two people who clearly care about each other but can't seem to connect, and the child caught in the middle is the one trying to fix it. The moment where Bai Li claims 'Dad didn't say goodbye to Mom, and Mom seemed completely accustomed to it'—that's the kind of observation a child makes that cuts right through to the truth. Little Pi Xiu is using the cub's memories to understand what this family needs, and honestly, it made me root for her even harder.
Shameless author review here! Had to drop those 5 stars somehow. Anyway, if you’ve got theories, questions, or just feel like chatting about the story, hit me up. I’m always lurking around.
I am usually shy when it comes to giving reviews but this book was just too perfect not to be given one!FIVE STARS BECAUSE WHY NOT???The story started of interesting (I wouldn't lie to anyone.) I always love books that hooks me at the very beginning. It gave me a reason why I wanted to read the whole thing. I was interested in the story at first glance and the complexity of each characters isn't something you could figure out at once! Their actions and all are all relevant to the plot and our dear author here did an impressive job in introducing us to each character! Every single piece or chapter of this work is well-written. Yes, there are no grammatical errors or plot holes anywhere (so it is safe and enjoyable to read!) Christian is the kind of male lead you would fall in love with. Love the air of mystery around him and how he is so good to hide how deeply and hopelessly he is in love with the female lead! I have a hidden beef and a dislike with the father of the female lead the most (you would know why if you give this book a chance.)Of course, you would feel the tingles, fall head heels for the characters (especially Christian, wink!), you would laugh a lot caz most of them are really funny and you get to engage with relatable characters as well!Overall, this book is perfection! As someone who constantly reads and has a very high standard when it comes to choosing which romance book she reads...this author's writing style beats all other writing style I have encountered with and it is a story you could see right from the start that it was well thought out and planned. I believe she also updates daily (so you need not worry about being ghosted when you are at the peak of the story!)I can go on and on about how much I love the story but it would be nice if you also gave this book a read and come join in the fun of reading!<3!
Do we just start making our own definition of the word omnipotent now. Why do everyone just put the main character is omnipotent but then add other characters that are "also". Just say there's no such thing as an omnipotent being since having multiple would only mean they're all just powerful beings not omnipotent. Even I fantasy having multiple contradicts the word itself
I have a feeling that my opinion is going to be a bit the same as the others, but that's okay, I'll give it anyway. A superb novel that I loved, action, intrigue, adventure, drama, blood, in short, it's all there and frankly I don't regret having put this book in my library.
a pretty good novel for me and i really enjoyed reading this novel
Hey everyone,Writing Glitched Reality: Rise of the Tamer has been a journey, and I won’t lie—it’s been tough. I had big plans for the story, but along the way, I’ve realized that things don’t always go as expected. This is my first novel, so I’m learning, improving, and figuring things out as I go.Right now, engagement is low, and I know that. But I also know that every great story takes time to find its audience. I’m not giving up just because things are slow. Even if only a few people read it, I’ll keep pushing forward.If you’re reading this, I appreciate you. And if you’re enjoying the story, let me know—it means more than you think. I want to see the respond whether people are liking this story or not. So if u think there is any problem pls send a review so I can improve it and make these journey more enjoyable.
Not bad.. u can give it a try ... . .
OMG! My pick for perfect couple is Zoey and Alex! Not bossy pants Lily, who thinks the whole world revolves around her. Zoey is my pick and nice stability of updates [i.e. 4 chapters a day]