Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Luo Chuan tests a Psionic Handgun from the Weapon Vending System, creating a massive, lasting impact on the environment.
• The System reveals that Psionic Energy is the first tier of energy forms below the Void, and Spiritual Energy is the third tier.
• Luo Chuan understands the System's restrictions on weapon sales and their potential impact on the cultivation world.
• Luo Chuan returns to the shop and enjoys a comfortable, relaxing morning.
• Bu Lige, who has been anxious during the Origin Mall's closure, returns to find the shop open and Luo Chuan present.

Character Developments

• Luo Chuan shows curiosity and understanding about the energy tiers and the System's restrictions.
• Bu Lige displays her dependence on the Origin Mall's offerings and her eagerness for it to reopen.

Significant Themes

• The power of technology (Psionic Handgun) versus cultivation.
• The impact of new technology on society and culture.
• The comfort and relaxation of a simple, peaceful life.

Character Interactions

• Luo Chuan interacts with the System, learning about energy tiers and the System's restrictions.
• Bu Lige's excitement and relief at seeing Luo Chuan and the open shop imply a growing bond and dependence on him.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Luo Chuan reopens the Origin Mall after visiting the Ancient Ruins.
• Bu Lige, eager to shop, is the first customer and expresses her excitement.
• Bu Lige explores the store, buying snacks, and noticing new items: a World Tree sapling and an Abyss sphere.

Character Developments

• Luo Chuan remains calm and collected, showing no signs of change despite Bu Lige's enthusiasm.
• Bu Lige displays her addiction to the internet and excitement for the Origin Mall's reopening, revealing her impulsive and eager nature.

Significant Themes

• Addiction and Anticipation: Bu Lige's excitement highlights the theme of addiction to the internet and anticipation for the mall's reopening.
• Discovery and Curiosity: Bu Lige's exploration of the store and her questions about new items emphasize the theme of discovery and curiosity.

Character Interactions

• Luo Chuan and Bu Lige's interaction is brief but shows their established dynamic: Luo Chuan is calm and collected, while Bu Lige is enthusiastic and impulsive.
• Bu Lige's interaction with the World Tree and Abyss sphere showcases her curiosity and primal instincts, as she senses something unsettling about the Abyss sphere.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Luo Chuan reveals that the shop has introduced a weapon vending system, selling Spirit Artifacts from the Tower of Trials in reality.
• Bu Lige, excited, visits the vending location and enters a special space opened by the Boss.
• She finds the Crimson Firmament, a Heaven Grade Spirit Artifact sword, but is disheartened by its high price.

Character Developments

• Bu Lige: Shows enthusiasm and determination in obtaining her preferred weapon, the Crimson Firmament. Her excitement turns to disappointment upon seeing the price.

Significant Themes

• The blurring line between virtual and reality, as weapons from the game become available in the real world.
• The high cost of powerful weapons, reflecting the challenges in acquiring them.

Character Interactions

• Bu Lige and Luo Chuan: Luo Chuan briefly interacts with Bu Lige, informing her about the weapon vending system. However, he doesn't engage further, maintaining his calm demeanor.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Bu Lige discovers a Heaven Grade Spirit Artifact, Crimson Firmament, priced at nearly ten thousand Spirit Crystals.
• She's interested in the sword but lacks funds, as her elder sister controls the family's finances.
• Bu Lige decides to negotiate the price with the shop's boss, Luo Chuan.
• Luo Chuan introduces the concept of 'installment payments' to Bu Lige.

Character Developments

• Bu Lige shows determination and initiative in pursuing an item she desires, despite her financial constraints.
• Luo Chuan demonstrates adaptability and customer-centric thinking by proposing installment payments.

Significant Themes

• The pursuit of personal desires and goals despite obstacles.
• The introduction of new business practices (installment payments) to cater to customers' needs.

Character Interactions

• Bu Lige and Luo Chuan interact, with Bu Lige showing vulnerability in her desire to purchase Crimson Firmament, and Luo Chuan offering a solution in installment payments.
• Bu Lige's relationship with her elder sister, Bu Shiyi, is implied to be one of financial dependence.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Bu Lige, excited by the prospect of buying Crimson Firmament in installments, decides to proceed.
• Luo Chuan explains the risks and details of installment payments, presenting them on a light screen.
• Bu Lige chooses a 10-installment plan.
• Luo Chuan, recognizing Bu Lige's contribution as the first customer, offers her a special benefit.

Character Developments

• Bu Lige: Initially dejected, she becomes excited about the installment option, then cautious after learning the risks. She shows determination and careful consideration in her decision.
• Luo Chuan: Displaying understanding and appreciation for Bu Lige's contribution, he decides to reward her, showing a more personal side despite his usual adherence to rules.

Significant Themes

• The theme of risk and reward is emphasized, with Bu Lige's excitement turning to caution as she learns about the potential consequences of defaulting on payments.
• Luo Chuan's appreciation for customer loyalty is highlighted, showing that while he maintains a strict business approach, he also values long-term relationships.

Character Interactions

• Bu Lige and Luo Chuan: Their interaction is professional yet friendly. Luo Chuan provides clear information and considers Bu Lige's best interests, while Bu Lige shows respect and enthusiasm towards Luo Chuan.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Bu Lige signs an installment contract with Luo Chuan, which merges into his palm instead of his body.
• Luo Chuan gives Bu Lige a leaf from the World Tree as her promised benefit.
• Bu Lige realizes that the leaf she received is identical to the leaves of a potted plant in the Origin Mall, leading her to deduce that the potted plant is the World Tree.

Character Developments

• Bu Lige: Shows curiosity and adaptability when she learns about the World Tree and its significance. She maintains her respect and gratitude towards Luo Chuan despite initially finding the benefit insufficient.

Significant Themes

• The extraordinary nature of the Origin Mall and its contents, hinting at Luo Chuan's power and connections.
• The World Tree's significance, representing immense potential and value.

Character Interactions

• Luo Chuan and Bu Lige: Luo Chuan demonstrates his generosity and trust in Bu Lige by giving her a World Tree leaf. Bu Lige, in turn, shows her loyalty and adaptability in accepting the gift and understanding its value.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Bu Lige decides not to ask Luo Chuan about the Ancient Ruins, fearing more shock.
• She purchases a Heaven Grade Spirit Artifact, Crimson Firmament, from the Tower of Trials' weapon vending system.
• Bu Lige tests Crimson Firmament, feeling its immense power, but refrains from using Spiritual Energy due to her low cultivation level.
• She returns to the game, excited to resume playing.

Character Developments

• Bu Lige: Shows restraint in not asking Luo Chuan about the Ancient Ruins, demonstrating self-control. She also displays excitement and confidence after acquiring Crimson Firmament.
• Luo Chuan: Remains calm and composed, expecting the Origin Mall to attract more customers soon.

Significant Themes

• Power and Weapons: The chapter emphasizes the power of a Heaven Grade Spirit Artifact, showing how it can enhance a cultivator's combat abilities but also requires a high cultivation level to wield effectively.
• Caution and Impulsiveness: Bu Lige's decision to purchase Crimson Firmament on impulse is balanced with her later realization that she might have acted too hastily.

Character Interactions

• Bu Lige and Luo Chuan: Their interaction is brief but cordial, with Bu Lige greeting Luo Chuan as she leaves the shop. Luo Chuan responds calmly, showing no concern about the lack of customers.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Bu Lige, the young master of the Marquis of Zhennan's Mansion, is seen in high spirits, walking home from the city.
• The townsfolk speculate about the reason for his happiness, recalling his recent worried demeanor.
• Bu Lige arrives home, lost in thought and smiling eerily, causing his maids to worry about his mental state.
• He heads to Bu Shiyi's courtyard, where she is practicing swordsmanship, and reveals that the Origin Mall has a new Weapon Vending System selling weapons from the Tower of Trials.

Character Developments

• Bu Lige: He appears happy and excited about the new system in the Origin Mall, suggesting a growing interest and involvement in the mall's activities.
• Bu Shiyi: She shows curiosity and knowledge about the weapons in the Tower of Trials, indicating her awareness and interest in the mall's offerings.

Significant Themes

• The influence of the Origin Mall on the characters' lives and interests.
• The concern for Bu Lige's mental health, hinting at a possible underlying issue.

Character Interactions

• Bu Lige and the townsfolk: They recognize him and discuss his unusual behavior, showing their awareness of his status and personal life.
• Bu Lige and his maids: The maids notice his strange behavior and decide to inform Bu Shiyi, indicating their loyalty and concern for him.
• Bu Lige and Bu Shiyi: They share their excitement about the new Weapon Vending System, showing their sibling bond and shared interest in the Origin Mall.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Bu Lige reveals he bought a Heaven Grade Spirit Artifact using an 'Installment Contract' from the Origin Mall.
• Bu Shiyi discovers Bu Lige's purchase and questions him about it.
• Bu Lige shows Bu Shiyi the Crimson Firmament sword, which he bought, and explains its unique properties.

Character Developments

• Bu Lige: Shows impulsive spending habits and a tendency to make mistakes (like revealing his purchase), but also displays resourcefulness in finding ways to afford expensive items.
• Bu Shiyi: Demonstrates understanding and acceptance of the Origin Mall's pricing, indicating trust in its value. She also shows concern and curiosity about her brother's actions.

Significant Themes

• Trust and Value: Bu Shiyi's trust in the Origin Mall's pricing and her acceptance of Bu Lige's purchase despite its high cost.
• Impulsivity vs. Foresight: Bu Lige's impulsive spending contrasted with his long-term planning to afford the Spirit Artifact.

Character Interactions

• Sibling dynamic: Bu Lige and Bu Shiyi interact as siblings, with Bu Lige trying to impress and please his sister, while Bu Shiyi shows concern and understanding towards her brother's actions.
• Bu Lige's flattery and Bu Shiyi's annoyed yet accepting response highlight their familiar and comfortable relationship.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Bu Shiyi delays their outing, suggesting they go in the afternoon instead.
• Bu Lige regrets buying Crimson Firmament and feels Bu Shiyi is manipulating him.
• Bu Lige overhears maids talking to Bu Shiyi about him, leaving him bewildered.
• Bu Shiyi laughs after speaking with the maids but doesn't reveal why.
• Bu Lige practices sword techniques and encounters Jiang Shengjun, who is surprised by Bu Lige's Heaven Grade Spirit Artifact.

Character Developments

• Bu Lige: Becomes more suspicious of Bu Shiyi's intentions, feels manipulated, and starts questioning her honesty.
• Bu Shiyi: Maintains her mysterious demeanor, leaving Bu Lige confused about her actions and intentions.
• Jiang Shengjun: Accepts his feelings for Bu Shiyi but remains friendly with Bu Lige, showing self-awareness about his position.

Significant Themes

• Trust and manipulation: Bu Lige starts questioning Bu Shiyi's honesty, leading to tension between them.
• Power dynamics: Jiang Shengjun feels inferior to Bu Lige due to the latter's possession of a Heaven Grade Spirit Artifact.

Character Interactions

• Bu Lige and Bu Shiyi: Their relationship becomes strained as Bu Lige suspects Bu Shiyi of manipulation.
• Bu Lige and Jiang Shengjun: Despite their friendship, Jiang Shengjun feels inferior to Bu Lige, leading to some tension.
• Bu Shiyi and the maids: They discuss Bu Lige, causing Bu Shiyi to laugh, but the content of their conversation remains unknown to Bu Lige.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Bu Lige shows off his new sword, Crimson Firmament, to Jiang Shengjun.
• Jiang Shengjun learns about the Origin Mall's reopening and the new Weapon Vending System.
• Jiang Shengjun decides to visit the Origin Mall to buy weapons.
• Bu Shiyi awaits Luo Chuan at the Origin Mall, eager to buy a Spirit Artifact she's seen in the Tower of Trials.

Character Developments

• Bu Lige: Shows off his new sword, displays brotherly bond with Jiang Shengjun.
• Jiang Shengjun: Envious of Bu Lige's sword, excited about the new Weapon Vending System.
• Bu Shiyi: Eager to buy a specific Spirit Artifact, appreciates the new potted plant in the shop.

Significant Themes

• Brotherhood: Bu Lige and Jiang Shengjun's bond is highlighted.
• Desire for Power/Wealth: Characters' eagerness to acquire powerful weapons reflects their ambition.

Character Interactions

• Bu Lige and Jiang Shengjun: Show friendly competition and brotherly bond.
• Bu Shiyi and Luo Chuan: Bu Shiyi excitedly shares her plans with Luo Chuan, who remains calm and collected.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Luo Chuan reveals the World Tree to Bu Shiyi, who admires it but isn't told its true identity.
• Bu Shiyi enters the weapon sales space, where she purchases the Heaven Grade Spirit Artifact 'Autumn Water' sword for nine thousand Spirit Crystals.
• She notices a large, deep blue crystal-like pit in the space, pondering its purpose.

Character Developments

• Bu Shiyi: Shows curiosity and excitement in exploring the Origin Mall's offerings, demonstrating her growing familiarity and comfort with the unusual environment.
• Luo Chuan: Maintains his calm and mysterious demeanor, choosing not to reveal the World Tree's true identity to Bu Shiyi.

Significant Themes

• The mysterious nature of the Origin Mall and its creator, Luo Chuan.
• The allure and power of weapons, as seen through Bu Shiyi's acquisition of Autumn Water.

Character Interactions

• Luo Chuan and Bu Shiyi: Their interaction is brief but shows a growing rapport, with Luo Chuan understanding Bu Shiyi's thoughts and Bu Shiyi being comfortable enough to express her admiration for the World Tree.
• Bu Shiyi and Jiang Shengjun: They meet in the Origin Mall, with Jiang Shengjun greeting her warmly, while Bu Shiyi maintains a neutral attitude.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Shengjun and Bu Shiyi discuss the Origin Mall's weapon sales system.
• Jiang Shengjun enters the weapon sales space and interacts with a massive light screen.
• He searches for an 'Individual Anti-Ship Cannon' but the query fails.

Character Developments

• Jiang Shengjun: Shows curiosity and a spirit of exploration regarding various weapons. He becomes excited about the possibility of obtaining a powerful weapon unrelated to cultivation.
• Bu Shiyi: Remains calm and collected, providing information about the weapon sales space but not engaging in Jiang Shengjun's excitement.

Significant Themes

• The existence of weapons unrelated to cultivation, challenging Jiang Shengjun's understanding of power and strength.
• The exploration of new knowledge and technologies, symbolized by the vast array of weapons in the Origin Mall.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Shengjun and Bu Shiyi have a brief interaction where Bu Shiyi shows her weapon, Autumn Water, and directs Jiang Shengjun to the weapon sales space.
• Jiang Shengjun interacts with the light screen, attempting to find a specific weapon but encountering a query failure.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Shengjun discovers that the weapon sales space in the Origin Mall only offers Spirit Artifacts, not the promised sci-fi weapons, magic weapons, or other types.
• He leaves the space to ask the Boss (Luo Chuan) about this discrepancy.
• Luo Chuan explains that other types of weapons will be available in the future.
• Bu Shiyi overhears their conversation and decides to try out the technological weapons in the Arena Mode of the Tower of Trials.

Character Developments

• Jiang Shengjun: Becomes disappointed and disheartened after finding out that the weapons he expected aren't available. He decides to wait for the promised weapons before making a purchase.
• Bu Shiyi: Develops curiosity about the technological weapons after overhearing Jiang Shengjun's conversation with Luo Chuan. She decides to test them in the Arena Mode.

Significant Themes

• The theme of expectations and disappointment is explored through Jiang Shengjun's experience.
• The chapter also highlights the variety of weapons available in the Tower of Trials, with Spirit Artifacts being the current focus.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Shengjun interacts with Luo Chuan, expressing his disappointment about the lack of certain weapons.
• Bu Shiyi overhears their conversation and decides to explore the technological weapons independently.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Bu Shiyi discovers the weapon store in the Tower of Trials, containing advanced sci-fi weaponry.
• She activates a Railgun, a top-ranked weapon, and witnesses its immense destructive power in a Mirror Challenge.
• Bu Shiyi spends three hours testing various weapons, realizing the potential of technological might.
• Wei Qingzhu and Zhou Hu arrive at the Origin Mall, seeking its reopening.

Character Developments

• Bu Shiyi: Realizes the existence and power of technological weapons, broadens her perspective, and ponders their operation without Spiritual Energy.
• Wei Qingzhu: Expresses frustration and excitement about the Origin Mall's sudden closure.

Significant Themes

• Technological advancement and its potential impact on the Tianlan Continent.
• The contrast between spiritual energy-based weapons (Spirit Artifacts) and technological weapons.
• The potential disruption of technological weapons on the existing balance of power.

Character Interactions

• Bu Shiyi's interaction with the weapon store's AI leads to her discovery of sci-fi weaponry.
• Wei Qingzhu's interaction with Luo Chuan (the boss) expresses his frustration and excitement about the Origin Mall's reopening.
• The arrival of Wei Qingzhu and Zhou Hu hints at potential interactions and alliances between mercenary groups.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Ancient Ruins have opened, sparking interest among the mercenaries.
• Luo Chuan reveals the extraordinary dangers of the current Ancient Ruins, including a World Tree and collapsing world.
• The Origin Mall has new products: all Spirit Artifacts from the Tower of Trials weapon mall.

Character Developments

• Luo Chuan maintains his calm and mysterious demeanor, choosing not to reveal the final outcome of the Ancient Ruins.
• Wei Qingzhu shows pragmatism and curiosity, while Lin Wanshuang displays naivety and wonder.

Significant Themes

• The vastness and wonders of the world, as hinted by the World Tree and the potential of powerful cultivators.
• The allure of mystery and anticipation, seen in the customers' reactions to the new products in the Origin Mall.

Character Interactions

• The mercenaries interact with Luo Chuan, seeking information about the Ancient Ruins and the new products in the Origin Mall.
• Luo Chuan maintains a sense of mystery and control over the information he shares, creating suspense and anticipation among the mercenaries.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The group enters the Origin Mall after bidding farewell to Luo Chuan.
• Bu Shiyi and Jiang Shengjun have logged out of the game and join the group.
• They discover the Weapon Vending System's entrance, a spatial gate or portal within the mall's patterns.
• Upon entering, they're astonished by the vast space.
• They approach a light screen displaying game-like scenes, indicating the purchasing method is similar to the Tower of Trials.

Character Developments

• No significant individual developments in this chapter.

Significant Themes

• The blurring of real and virtual worlds.
• The importance of weapons and Spirit Artifacts for mercenaries.

Character Interactions

• Zhou Hu, Lin Wanshuang, Song Qiuying, and others discuss the Weapon Vending System's entrance and the vast space.
• They share their excitement and curiosity about the new system.
• Bu Shiyi and Jiang Shengjun bid farewell to the group and Luo Chuan before leaving.
• The group discusses the potential size and origin of the space, with Lin Wanshuang suggesting it could be a result of a cultivator's profound attainments.
• They marvel at the light screen, feeling a sense of awe at the intersection of reality and virtual reality.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Mercenaries express interest in Spirit Artifacts but find them too expensive.
• Luo Chuan notices their disappointment and inquires about it.
• Zhou Hu reveals their financial constraints, and Luo Chuan decides to introduce installment payments.
• Luo Chuan explains and promotes installment payments to the mercenaries.
• The mercenaries express admiration for Luo Chuan's innovative method.

Character Developments

• Wei Qingzhu: Shows disappointment in not being able to afford Spirit Artifacts but is excited about the installment payment option.
• Zhou Hu: Initially embarrassed about his financial situation, he gains confidence after understanding the installment payment method.
• Luo Chuan: Demonstrates understanding and empathy towards his customers' financial constraints, leading him to introduce installment payments.

Significant Themes

• Financial constraints and the desire for better equipment.
• Innovation and adaptability in business practices.
• Trust and responsibility in contractual agreements.

Character Interactions

• Luo Chuan and the mercenaries: Luo Chuan shows concern for his employees' needs, while the mercenaries express admiration for his innovative solutions.
• Wei Qingzhu and Zhou Hu: They interact by discussing their shared disappointment in not being able to afford Spirit Artifacts and their excitement about the installment payment option.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The group decides to buy weapons from Luo Chuan's shop and enter the Tower of Trials.
• Song Qiuying triggers a Task Token in Casual Mode, gaining a permanent 1% increase in cultivation.
• Luo Chuan challenges the fifth floor of the Tower of Trials' Challenge Mode, encountering an unusual and threatening blade of grass.

Character Developments

• The group shows unity and agreement in purchasing weapons from Luo Chuan.
• Song Qiuying demonstrates her luck and potential with the Task Token reward.
• Luo Chuan exhibits his disciplined approach to challenges, aiming to progress in normal mode.

Significant Themes

• Growth and Improvement: The group's decision to buy new weapons and practice in the Tower of Trials reflects their desire to grow stronger. Luo Chuan's approach to challenges also emphasizes this theme.
• Luck and Opportunity: Song Qiuying's Task Token reward highlights the element of luck in the virtual world, and how seizing such opportunities can lead to significant advancements.

Character Interactions

• The group interacts harmoniously, showing unity and shared goals in their decision to buy weapons and practice together.
• Luo Chuan's interactions with his customers are brief but efficient, demonstrating his professionalism and dedication to his business.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Luo Chuan encounters a Nine-Leaf Sword Grass on the fifth level of the Tower of Trials, which instantly kills him with its powerful Sword Intent.
• He discovers that the grass is a rare treasure, a ferocious beast of the Tianlan Continent, possessing supreme Sword Intent.
• Luo Chuan spends hours attempting to defeat the grass, dying and reviving repeatedly, trying to comprehend its Sword Dao.

Character Developments

• Luo Chuan's determination and perseverance are evident as he continues to challenge the grass despite countless deaths.
• He shows curiosity and excitement about the potential treasures in the Tower of Trials.
• Luo Chuan's fatigue and mental strain after hours of intense gaming highlight the impact of virtual reality on the mind.

Significant Themes

• The pursuit of mastery and perfection in one's skills (Sword Dao in this case).
• The passage of time and the impact of intense focus on one's mental state.
• The connection between one's past and present life, and the acceptance of one's current existence.

Character Interactions

• There are no interactions with other characters in this chapter. Luo Chuan interacts solely with the Nine-Leaf Sword Grass and the game system.