Recaps

Fang Shuwen traveled through the Northern Region and confronted a series of martial factions while seeking the Sword God Palace and Profound Heaven Iron Mirror. After escaping Xuanji Grotto-Heaven with the mirror, he returned to a deserted Three Demons Stronghold, then set out by ship with Chen Qi.

• Fang Shuwen met Dongfang Wuju in Anyue City, then stayed at an inn with Long Qingzhi as the city grew tumultuous that night.
• Fang Shuwen learned from the man in the conical hat that the Sky Eagle Alliance included Flying Sand Fort, Yellow Wind Valley, Parting People Stronghold, and Nine Streams Hall.
• Fang Shuwen ignored Sword Master Geng and asked Tang Lie to explain what had happened that night.
• Fang Shuwen entered the Northern Region, became known for protecting Long Qingzhi, and climbed to the gates of the Sword God Palace.
• Zuo Xuan refused to reveal the Azure Firmament Pavilion’s secrets, while Luo Shuqing exposed the old Taoist priest’s pretense and he opened one eye.
• Fang Shuwen returned Xie Quan’s three Soul-Chasing Nails and later reassured Su Hechen as he reflected on the Demon Sha God’s overwhelming strength.
• Fang Shuwen killed Huang Lie with a blazing attack, then unleashed a devastating punch that wrecked the dock and struck the Demon-Gathering Hall.
• Fang Shuwen explored the Profound Ice Cave with Luo Shuqing, Shui Tianxin, and Hong Yingqing, collected the Profound Ice Palace’s legacy and treasures, and escaped Xuanji Grotto-Heaven with the Profound Heaven Iron Mirror.
• Fang Shuwen returned to the deserted Three Demons Stronghold, then sailed with Chen Qi and helped him circulate True Qi.

Fang Shuwen learned of upheaval across the regions and traveled with Chen Yan, Gui Donglai, and Ye Hongluan. After fighting the master of the Hundred Ghost Hall and witnessing Ye Hongluan's death, he continued his journey, while Daoist Bai Yang summoned his disciples to White Cloud Hall.

• Fang Shuwen secretly stayed at the Zhou Family residence and discussed marriage and Golden Bell Cover training with Mo Beidou.
• Fang Shuwen brought the captive Long Yuan to Fang Mingxuan and learned of the Western Regions' invasion and Fang Baiyi's disappearance.
• Fang Shuwen traveled with Chen Yan, Gui Donglai, and Ye Hongluan and encountered Li Nanqiu's older brother.
• Ouyang Xin begged Fang Shuwen for release after losing his arm and called to Ouyang Jun for help.
• Jin Baiwan confided information about the Heavenly Pole Sect to Fang Shuwen, who later killed Shen Qingyan.
• Fang Shuwen fought the master of the Hundred Ghost Hall in Wrongful Death City, leaving the surrounding area in ruins.
• Ouyang Jun dismissed his son's death and his family's destruction, and Ye Hongluan later died while Fang Shuwen watched over her.
• Fang Shuwen arrived at Skyhawk Wharf with a Blood-Sweating Dragon Steed, and Daoist Bai Yang later ordered his disciples to assemble before White Cloud Hall.