EPISODE CONTEXT

Episode 275 follows directly from 'Chuchu Hot Spring Sale' (274), transitioning away from that episode's lighter setup into what appears to be a more character-focused installment centered on Lao Zhu. It leads into Episode 276, 'Why Have I Become Weak?', which implies a power shift or setback is on the horizon — making this episode a likely bridge that establishes emotional stakes before complications escalate. Positioned roughly 76% through the full 360-episode run, this stretch typically deepens existing conflicts while planting seeds for late-series payoffs.