One of my favorite small details was Shen Yuepo selling the talisman for only 500 yuan and immediately realizing she “miscalculated.” It perfectly shows her inexperience with the outside world and the temple’s poverty at the same time. It’s a small moment, but it’s so humanizing. She’s a powerful exorcist, but she’s also just a girl who doesn’t know the market price for her own skills.
I really like how the author sets up Qin Bai's voice right from the start. The coffee scene feels authentic, the way he grimaces at the taste and then swipes a pastry for his mom? That one move tells you everything about the guy: he's broke, he's practical, and he's all about his mother. No fancy car, no driver, just a shared bike and a bus pass. It's refreshing to see a nouveau riche hero who still acts like a normal college student instead of instantly turning into a CEO.
I laughed when he said “meow” in his thoughts. It’s such a silly detail, but it reminds us he’s literally a cat now. The story balances seriousness with these light moments well. It doesn’t take itself too seriously, which is a plus.
The use of historical figures like Dai Chunfeng makes the story feel grounded. It's a fictional plot, but it's happening in a very real, well-researched context. That's the sweet spot for historical fiction. It feels like this could have actually happened.