Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shopkeeper Shen (Shen Wansan) reveals he controlled all Ye Family members who entered the Myriad Things General Store, implying they're dead.
• Ye Zhentian, the Ye Family Patriarch, is unable to discern Shen Wansan's cultivation level but knows he's powerful.
• Shen Wansan lures Ye Zhentian into the Myriad Things General Store, but he hesitates due to the store's protective Formation.
• Ye Zhentian decides to fight Shen Wansan outside the city to avoid further discord within the Ye Family.
• The City Lord's Mansion's Patrol Team appears, preventing anyone from using Sword Flight within Wannan City and surrounding the Myriad Things General Store.
• Wu Tong, a City Lord's Mansion official, declares that the City Lord wants to investigate the store and orders unrelated personnel to leave.

Character Developments

• Shen Wansan: Proves his power and cunning by controlling the Ye Family members and luring Ye Zhentian into a trap.
• Ye Zhentian: Shows hesitation and strategic thinking in dealing with Shen Wansan, prioritizing the Ye Family's unity and his son's life.
• Wu Tong: Demonstrates the City Lord's Mansion's stance by protecting the Myriad Things General Store and preventing further conflict.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics: Shen Wansan's actions show the power of the Myriad Things General Store, while Ye Zhentian's hesitation highlights the Ye Family's vulnerability.
• Trust and loyalty: Ye Zhentian's decision to fight Shen Wansan is influenced by his desire to maintain his authority within the Ye Family.
• Neutrality and intervention: The City Lord's Mansion's actions show their desire to maintain neutrality while subtly supporting the Myriad Things General Store.

Character Interactions

• Shen Wansan and Ye Zhentian: Their interaction is filled with tension and provocation, with Shen Wansan trying to lure Ye Zhentian into the store, and Ye Zhentian trying to negotiate.
• Wu Tong and the Ye Family members: Wu Tong's actions anger the Ye Family members, who feel he's protecting the Myriad Things General Store.
• Wu Tong and the Rogue Cultivators: Wu Tong prevents the Rogue Cultivators from using Sword Flight within Wannan City, showing the City Lord's Mansion's authority.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The battle between Ye Zhentian and Shen Wansan begins outside Wannan City.
• Ye Zhentian, despite initial reluctance, fights fiercely but is eventually overwhelmed by Shen Wansan's strength.
• Ye Kai, the Ye Family's Old Ancestor, arrives and saves Ye Zhentian, revealing he knows about the Myriad Things General Store's secret.
• Shen Wansan and Ye Kai engage in a battle, with Shen Wansan holding his own against the late-stage Golden Core Realm Ye Kai.
• The outcome of the battle is left uncertain.

Character Developments

• Ye Zhentian: Initially reluctant to fight to the death, he becomes furious and desperate as the battle progresses, eventually being saved by his father, Ye Kai.
• Shen Wansan: Displaying immense strength, he remains calm and composed throughout the battle, even when facing Ye Kai.
• Ye Kai: Reveals his knowledge of the Myriad Things General Store's secret and demonstrates his late-stage Golden Core Realm power, but is surprised by Shen Wansan's strength.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics between the Ye Family and the Myriad Things General Store.
• The revelation of secrets and their consequences.
• The struggle for dominance and resources.

Character Interactions

• Ye Zhentian vs. Shen Wansan: A fierce battle marked by Ye Zhentian's desperation and Shen Wansan's calm and calculated moves.
• Ye Kai vs. Shen Wansan: A clash of late-stage Golden Core Realm cultivators, revealing Shen Wansan's hidden strength.
• Ye Zhentian and Ye Kai: Father and son fight together against Shen Wansan, showcasing their unity and desperation to protect their family.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ye Kai and Ye Zhentian engage in battle with Shopkeeper Shen (Shen Wansan).
• Shen Wansan uses his "Eleventh Sword, Ganges Entering the Sea Style," overwhelming Ye Kai and Ye Zhentian.
• Liu Tai returns and helps Shen Wansan, destroying a giant finger attack from Ye Kai.
• Shen Wansan and Liu Tai decide to team up to defeat the Ye Family.

Character Developments

• Ye Kai: Shows arrogance and underestimates Shen Wansan, leading to his disadvantage in the battle.
• Shen Wansan: Demonstrates his formidable power and strategic thinking, planning to destroy the Ye Family.
• Liu Tai: Returns to Wannan City, aids Shen Wansan, and expresses his dislike for Ye Kai.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and shifting alliances (Ye Kai's underestimation of Shen Wansan, Liu Tai's change of allegiance).
• The consequences of arrogance and overconfidence (Ye Kai's dismissive attitude towards Shen Wansan and Liu Tai).
• Strategic planning and adaptability (Shen Wansan's calm and calculated approach to the battle).

Character Interactions

• Ye Kai and Ye Zhentian vs. Shen Wansan: A one-sided battle, with Shen Wansan dominating.
• Liu Tai and Shen Wansan: Form an alliance to defeat the Ye Family, with Liu Tai acknowledging Shen Wansan's strength.
• Ye Kai and Liu Tai: Hostile interaction, with Ye Kai dismissive of Liu Tai and Liu Tai expressing his dislike for Ye Kai.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shen Wansan reveals that Myriad Things General Store is not bluffing, and ten Golden Core Realm experts (Chen Ze's clones) appear to surround Ye Kai and Ye Zhentian.
• Liu Tai, the City Lord, decides not to interfere and leaves the scene.
• The battle begins with Shen Wansan and the clones using a coordinated barrage of fireballs and sword strikes to overwhelm Ye Kai and Ye Zhentian.
• Ye Zhentian loses an arm and is later fatally wounded by one of Chen Ze's clones while Ye Kai is charging his ultimate move.
• Ye Kai, enraged by his son's death, completes his charge but is unable to turn the tide.

Character Developments

• Ye Zhentian: Dies after being pierced through the chest by one of Chen Ze's clones, showing his vulnerability when focused on his ultimate move.
• Liu Tai: Realizes the strength of Myriad Things General Store and decides to stay neutral, showing political acumen and self-preservation.
• Shen Wansan: Demonstrates his tactical prowess by coordinating the clones' attacks effectively against Ye Kai and Ye Zhentian.

Significant Themes

• Power Dynamics: The power balance shifts as Myriad Things General Store's true strength is revealed, leading to the Ye Family's downfall.
• Loyalty and Betrayal: The Ye Family disciples' loyalty is tested as they watch their patriarch and old ancestor struggle, while Shen Wansan remains loyal to Chen Ze's cause.

Character Interactions

• Shen Wansan vs. Ye Kai and Ye Zhentian: Shen Wansan's tactical prowess and the clones' coordination overwhelm the Ye Family patriarch and old ancestor.
• Liu Tai and Shen Wansan: Liu Tai acknowledges Myriad Things General Store's strength and decides not to interfere, showing respect for Shen Wansan's capabilities.
• Ye Family disciples and Ye Qinggang: Ye Qinggang prevents the Ye Family disciples from intervening, showing his loyalty to the family's cause even in defeat.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shen Wansan and his clones continue to attack Ye Kai even after killing Ye Zhentian.
• Ye Kai unleashes a powerful attack, but two of Shen Wansan's clones take the hit, saving him.
• Shen Wansan and another clone complete their charge and use the 'Starfall' technique, defeating Ye Kai.
• The Ye Family disbands and expels Ye Kai, Ye Zhentian, and Ye Baiyi from their ancestral records.
• The Ye Family returns to Wannan City under Ye Qinggang's leadership, severing ties with the disgraced members.
• Rumors circulate about Ye Feiyang, a Ye Family prodigy in the Qingyun Sect, potentially seeking revenge.

Character Developments

• Ye Kai's hatred for Shen Wansan drives him to fight relentlessly, but he ultimately falls.
• Ye Qinggang asserts his authority as the new Ye Family Patriarch, expelling the disgraced members.
• Ye Feiyang's potential involvement hints at possible future conflicts.

Significant Themes

• Revenge and retribution: Characters seek vengeance for past wrongs, driving the plot's main conflicts.
• Power dynamics: The struggle for power within the Ye Family leads to its downfall and subsequent restructuring.
• Consequences of actions: The Ye Family's actions have far-reaching consequences, affecting not only themselves but also the wider community.

Character Interactions

• Shen Wansan and his clones work together to defeat Ye Kai, showcasing their teamwork and loyalty.
• Ye Qinggang, Ye Huairen, and Ye Panshan form an alliance, taking control of the Ye Family and expelling the disgraced members.
• The Ye Family interacts with the wider community, with rumors spreading about potential retaliation from the Qingyun Sect.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ye Qinggang, Ye Huairen, and Ye Panshan take over the Ye family, with Ye Qinggang becoming the new Patriarch.
• The Ye family stops supplying unlimited resources to its disciples, including those at the Qingyun Sect.
• Ye Qinggang visits the Myriad Things General Store, where he has a pleasant conversation with Shen Wansan, but Ye Baiyi remains unseen.
• The City Lord, Liu Tai, also visits the Myriad Things General Store and has a pleasant conversation with Shen Wansan.
• Wannan City enters a new era with the Ye family, the Myriad Things General Store, and the City Lord's Mansion seemingly united.

Character Developments

• Ye Qinggang consolidates his power as the new Patriarch of the Ye family.
• Ye Baiyi's fate is unknown, and he is seemingly forgotten by the Ye family.
• Liu Tai breaks through to the Golden Core Realm and becomes more receptive to visitors.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and shifting alliances in Wannan City.
• The influence of the Myriad Things General Store on the city's political landscape.
• The importance of resources and wealth in the cultivation world.

Character Interactions

• Ye Qinggang and Shen Wansan have a private conversation at the Myriad Things General Store, hinting at an alliance.
• Liu Tai's visit to the Myriad Things General Store suggests a potential alliance with the Ye family and the store.
• The Ye family members, including Ye Qinggang, Ye Huairen, and Ye Panshan, work together to take over the family's resources and industries.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Ze learns the extent of the Ye Family's resources and realizes he underestimated them.
• The Ye Family's remaining members have stopped cultivating resource supplies, and high-level members are dead, making it difficult to verify the taken resources.
• Chen Ze decides to maintain the Ye Family's existence for its industries and the Earth Jade Mine's resources.
• Chen Ze learns about Shen Wansan's and Ye Kai's loot, with Ye Kai's storage ring yielding 200,000 points for recovery and containing unidentifiable items, maps, and a mysterious token with "Xuantian" inscribed on it.
• Chen Ze decides to give the maps to traveling clones and store the token for future use.
• Chen Ze plans to upgrade the Myriad Things Space again to increase time acceleration for the Spirit Fields and its overall size.

Character Developments

• Chen Ze demonstrates his strategic thinking and long-term planning by deciding to keep the Ye Family for its industries and resources.
• Chen Ze shows his cautious nature by reminding his subordinates to be discreet while mining Earth Jade and avoiding conflicts with the Dagan Dynasty.
• Chen Ze expresses his ambition by setting his sights on Heavenly-grade spells and magic tools.

Significant Themes

• Resource Management: Chen Ze shows his ability to manage resources, deciding to keep the Ye Family for its industries and the Earth Jade Mine's resources.
• Ambition: Chen Ze's ambition is evident as he plans to learn Heavenly-grade spells and magic tools.
• Caution: Chen Ze demonstrates caution in his actions, reminding his subordinates to be discreet while mining Earth Jade.

Character Interactions

• Chen Ze interacts with Xiao Ping, his subordinate, discussing the Ye Family's situation, the yield from the Earth Jade Mine, and Shen Wansan's harvest.
• Chen Ze interacts with the busy clones, examining the items from Ye Kai's storage ring and deciding what to do with them.

• Chen Ze oversees the inventory of items from the Ye family, totaling 700,000 points when recycled.
• He reflects on the wealth of the Ye family and the difficulty clones have in construction tasks.
• After upgrading the Myriad Things Space, Chen Ze finds that all shopping categories now offer Heaven-tier items, with prices doubling from Earth-grade Top-tier.
• He purchases the Eidetic Memory skill for 10,000 points, feeling a sense of clarity and enlightenment afterward.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Ze gains 'Eidetic Memory' skill from the system, allowing him to memorize any text he reads perfectly.
• He tests this new skill by reading the 'Spirit Medicine Compendium' and finds that he can recall every detail of the pages he read.
• Chen Ze then exchanges for an 'Automatic Talisman Room' in the Myriad Things Space, which can craft talismans automatically given a talisman blueprint and necessary materials.
• He plans to send Qi Shi to Longqing City to collect talisman crafting blueprints.
• Chen Ze explores the expanded Myriad Things Space and finds that the area has doubled, with 80 Spirit Fields now planted with hundred-year-old Spirit Medicine.

Character Developments

• Chen Ze demonstrates adaptability and curiosity in testing his new skill and understanding the functionality of the Automatic Talisman Room.
• He shows strategic planning in deciding to equip his clones with Magic Tools and increase the number of clones working at the Earth Jade Mine.

Significant Themes

• The power of knowledge and memory, emphasized by Chen Ze's new 'Eidetic Memory' skill.
• The importance of preparation and resource gathering, as seen in Chen Ze's plans to collect talisman blueprints and equip his clones.
• The growth and expansion of Chen Ze's resources and capabilities within the Myriad Things Space.

Character Interactions

• Although not present in this chapter, it's implied that Qi Shi will be sent to Longqing City to collect talisman blueprints, indicating Chen Ze's reliance on his clones for tasks.
• Xiao An and several clones are shown working together to plant Azure Jade Lotus seeds in the expanded Spirit Fields.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Ze exchanges 30,000 points for 10 Azure Cloud Swords and 5 Roaming Dragon Spears.
• He exchanges for 10 more clones, bringing his total to 30.
• Chen Ze exchanges for the Heaven-tier Low-grade spell, Primordial Sword Scripture, and the Heaven-tier Low-grade Magic Tool, Taihe Sword, each costing 200,000 Low-grade Spirit Stones.
• Chen Ze sets up formations for five newly renovated Myriad Things General Stores in five cities.

Character Developments

• Chen Ze continues to expand his business and power, exchanging for more clones and powerful spells and tools.
• Ye Qinggang, Ye Huairen, and Ye Panshan maintain control over the Ye Family, allowing dissenters to reveal their true colors.

Significant Themes

• Power and Expansion: Chen Ze's continuous exchange for powerful resources and clones reflects his ambition to expand his influence and power.
• Patience and Planning: Ye Qinggang and the others allow dissenters within the Ye Family to reveal their true colors, demonstrating patience and strategic planning.

Character Interactions

• Chen Ze interacts with his clones, delegating tasks and offering encouragement.
• Ye Qinggang, Ye Huairen, and Ye Panshan interact with the restless elements within the Ye Family, allowing them to reveal their true intentions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A trusted subordinate reports to his master, the Venerable Lord, about the sudden extinguishing of a member's soul lamp in the northern region of the Dagan Dynasty.
• The Venerable Lord orders an investigation into the matter, suspecting that the deceased might have connections to the previous generation of Venerable Lords.
• The Venerable Lord expresses concern about external members of Xuantian Hall potentially disobeying his orders due to their loyalty to the old Venerable Lord.
• The Venerable Lord decides not to intervene in the matter of the deceased member's soul lamp, but orders a thorough investigation of all external members.
• The Venerable Lord plans to go into seclusion for a period of time.
• In the Monster Forest near Lunshi City, the Sect Master of Wanze Sect, Zhao Yun, refuses to expand the sect's territory further, citing the need to strengthen their foundation first.

Character Developments

• The Venerable Lord is shown to be cautious and suspicious, especially about external members who might still be loyal to the old Venerable Lord.
• Zhao Yun, as the Sect Master of Wanze Sect, demonstrates his responsibility and concern for his sect members' safety and well-being, even if it means keeping them in a cave for their protection.

Significant Themes

• Loyalty and obedience to the current leader versus loyalty to the previous leader.
• The importance of strength and survival in the cultivation world, especially in places like Lunshi City.
• The need to balance ambition with caution and careful planning, as seen in both the Venerable Lord's and Zhao Yun's decisions.

Character Interactions

• The Venerable Lord and his trusted subordinate have a respectful and obedient relationship, with the subordinate showing deference to the Venerable Lord's decisions.
• Zhao Yun and the ten squad captains of Wanze Sect have a more hierarchical relationship, with Zhao Yun acting as the responsible and sometimes stern leader, while the squad captains show deference and respect to his decisions, despite occasionally feeling stifled by them.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhao Yun, the Sect Master of Wanze Sect, plans to leave the sect temporarily to seek opportunities.
• He reveals to his squad leaders that he's planning to find Foundation Establishment Pills for them to aid their breakthroughs and also intends to break through to the Golden Core Realm himself.
• Zhao Yun shares that a Secret Realm is about to open at the border between the Dagan and Anyuan Dynasties, with cultivators below the Nascent Soul Realm allowed to enter.
• The Secret Realm will be a joint venture between the two dynasties, with each sending a Spirit Transformation Realm expert to guard it. Cultivators will enter at their own risk, and anything obtained inside belongs to the finder.

Character Developments

• Zhao Yun: Shows concern for his squad leaders' cultivation progress and plans to help them. He also reveals his intention to break through to the Golden Core Realm, demonstrating his ambition and determination.
• The Squad Leaders: Display loyalty and understanding towards Zhao Yun, prioritizing his breakthrough to the Golden Core Realm over their need for Foundation Establishment Pills.

Significant Themes

• Ambition and Determination: Zhao Yun's desire to break through to the Golden Core Realm and his resolve to help his squad leaders.
• Loyalty and Sacrifice: The squad leaders' willingness to put Zhao Yun's needs before their own, highlighting their loyalty and selflessness.

Character Interactions

• Zhao Yun and the Squad Leaders: They interact with mutual respect and concern, with Zhao Yun showing care for his squad leaders' cultivation and the squad leaders expressing their support for Zhao Yun's plans.
• Zhao Yun and the Secret Realm: Zhao Yun's decision to enter the Secret Realm showcases his ambition and willingness to take risks for potential rewards.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A Secret Realm is about to open on the border of the Dagan Dynasty.
• Cultivators from both dynasties can enter, with Golden Core Realm being the main force, Foundation Establishment Realm needing luck, and Qi Refining Realm facing high risk.
• Zhao Yun plans to enter the Secret Realm and informs his master, Chen Ze.
• Chen Ze sees this as an opportunity and decides to send all his clones (initially 15, later 25) into the Secret Realm.

Character Developments

• Zhao Yun shows initiative in seeking opportunities and informs Chen Ze about the Secret Realm.
• Chen Ze demonstrates strategic thinking and prepares thoroughly for the Secret Realm, ensuring his clones are well-equipped and have a plan.

Significant Themes

• Opportunity and danger coexist in the cultivation world, as seen in the Secret Realm.
• Cultivation involves competition and taking risks to progress.
• Caution and preparation are crucial for success, as shown in Chen Ze's thorough planning.

Character Interactions

• Zhao Yun keeps Chen Ze informed about the Secret Realm and seeks his guidance.
• Chen Ze supports Zhao Yun's decision to enter the Secret Realm and prepares his clones for the challenge.
• Chen Ze and Zhao Yun maintain a master-disciple relationship, with Chen Ze providing guidance and resources, and Zhao Yun acting on Chen Ze's plans.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Ze's clones are sent to assist Zhao Yun in a secret realm.
• Chen Ze discovers that the Automated Training Room's progress on the Primordial Sword Scripture is slower than expected.
• Chen Ze tests the Primordial Sword Scripture with the Taihe Sword, finding it incredibly powerful but energy-consuming.
• Chen Ze realizes that the high energy consumption of the Primordial Sword Scripture can indirectly speed up his cultivation.

Character Developments

• Chen Ze demonstrates his strategic thinking by sending more clones to assist Zhao Yun.
• Chen Ze shows his determination and adaptability by testing the Primordial Sword Scripture despite its high energy demand.
• Chen Ze exhibits his analytical skills by figuring out how to use the Primordial Sword Scripture's energy consumption to his advantage.

Significant Themes

• Power and Sacrifice: The Primordial Sword Scripture's immense power comes at the cost of significant energy consumption, reflecting the theme of power requiring sacrifice.
• Adaptation and Innovation: Chen Ze's realization that he can use the high energy consumption to his advantage shows his ability to adapt and innovate in the face of challenges.

Character Interactions

• Chen Ze interacts with Xiao Ping and Xiao An, showing trust and understanding in their abilities.
• Chen Ze's interaction with the Taihe Sword demonstrates his determination and adaptability in the face of powerful but challenging tools.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Ze discovers the immense power of the Primordial Sword Scripture and decides not to use it in his residence due to its destructive potential.
• He decides to practice the Primordial Sword Scripture in the Automated Training Room and allows his clones to use it.
• Chen Ze receives a message from Zhao Ling'er and summons her. She plays the guqin and sings for him.
• Chen Ze receives updates from Zhao Yun about the Secret Realm: many powerful cultivators have gathered, including peak Golden Core Realm prodigies and generals from both dynasties.

Character Developments

• Chen Ze shows cautiousness and strategic thinking in handling the Primordial Sword Scripture's power.
• Zhao Ling'er demonstrates progress in her guqin learning under Zhang Lejian's guidance.

Significant Themes

• Power and Control: Chen Ze grapples with the immense power of the Primordial Sword Scripture and the Taihe Sword, highlighting the theme of controlling one's power.
• Preparation and Anticipation: Chen Ze's decision to send more clones to the Secret Realm underscores the theme of preparation and anticipation of challenges ahead.

Character Interactions

• Chen Ze and Zhao Ling'er: Their interaction shows Chen Ze's supportive role as a master, while Zhao Ling'er demonstrates her eagerness to learn and improve.
• Chen Ze and Zhao Yun: Their communication highlights Chen Ze's concern for his team's safety and his strategic planning for the Secret Realm.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Ze reviews the day's earnings with Xiao Ping and Xiao An.
• The Myriad Things General Stores have a total profit of 500,000 points.
• The Earth Jade Mine profits 90,000 points.
• Chen Ze exchanges 650,000 points for supplies and clones.
• He sends 10 clones to the Earth Jade Mine and 20 clones to the Secret Realm.

Character Developments

• Xiao Ping and Xiao An show unusual flattery towards Chen Ze, hinting at their desire to see the outside world.
• Chen Ze demonstrates his understanding and support for his clones' initiatives.

Significant Themes

• Expansion and Growth: Chen Ze's businesses are expanding, with new general stores and mines increasing profits.
• Clone Management: Chen Ze continues to allocate and manage his clones effectively.
• Adaptation and Change: The Myriad Things General Stores adapt to the changing market, catering to cultivators in the Foundation Establishment Realm.

Character Interactions

• Chen Ze interacts with Xiao Ping and Xiao An, showing understanding and appreciation for their work.
• He communicates with Ye Qinggang and the clones in the Secret Realm, demonstrating his trust and support for their initiatives.
• There's a mention of Shen Wansan, who is running one of the general stores, but no direct interaction with him in this chapter.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Ze sends 20 new clones into the Secret Realm, two at a time, for safety.
• Chen Ze breaks through to the third layer of the Golden Core Realm unexpectedly early, consuming a hundred mid-grade spirit stones in the process.
• Chen Ze decides to go to the Qingyun Sect for cultivation, using Chen Fan's identity token, due to its abundant spiritual energy and safety.

Character Developments

• Chen Ze: Realizes the increased cultivation speed from using the Xuantian Record to recover spiritual power after cultivating the Primordial Sword Scripture. Experiences a sudden breakthrough in cultivation, consuming a large number of mid-grade spirit stones. Decides to go to the Qingyun Sect for cultivation.
• Xiao Ping and Xiao An: Discuss their confusion about Chen Ze's plans and their struggle to complete their task of building the Scripture Depository.

Significant Themes

• Cultivation speed and resources: Chen Ze's cultivation speed increases due to the combination of the Primordial Sword Scripture and the Xuantian Record, but the cost in spirit stones is high.
• Safety and security: Chen Ze prioritizes safety, choosing the Qingyun Sect over Longqing City due to the Spirit Severing Realm expert's presence.

Character Interactions

• Chen Ze and his clones: Chen Ze sends clones into the Secret Realm and considers sending more if needed.
• Xiao Ping and Xiao An: The two discuss their confusion about Chen Ze's plans and their struggle to complete their task.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Ze contacts his clones, starting with Chen Fan, to check on their progress and give instructions.
• Chen Ze learns about the Secret Realm in Longqing City from Qi Shi, its rules, and the preparations being made.
• Chen Ze instructs Qi Shi and the others to purchase a property in Longqing City and gather information on Pill Recipes and Talismans of Rank 3 or higher.

Character Developments

• Chen Fan shows dedication to his task of helping Yu Xingsi and Zhou Quan improve their cultivation.
• Qi Shi demonstrates efficiency and initiative in gathering information about the Secret Realm and understanding Chen Ze's needs.

Significant Themes

• Cultivation and improvement: Chen Fan's enthusiasm for cultivation is evident, and the changed Spiritual Roots of Yu Xingsi and Zhou Quan have accelerated their cultivation progress.
• Information gathering and preparation: Chen Ze emphasizes the importance of gathering information and being prepared, as seen in his instructions to Qi Shi and the others.

Character Interactions

• Chen Ze and Chen Fan: Chen Ze shows concern for Chen Fan's progress and gives him a task that requires direct contact, indicating trust.
• Chen Ze and Qi Shi: Chen Ze provides guidance and instructions to Qi Shi, showing his reliance on this clone for gathering information and managing tasks.
• Chen Fan and Yu Xingsi/Zhou Quan: Chen Fan pushes Yu Xingsi and Zhou Quan to improve their cultivation, showing a mentoring role despite being a clone.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Ze decides to contact his clones running shops in various cities to gather information and books, utilizing his Eidetic Memory skill.
• He spends the night chatting with his clones, feeling satisfied with his remote control capabilities.
• Chen Ze resumes his daily cultivation routine, increasing his cultivation by 10 points.
• He has breakfast with Zhao Ling'er, who shares her progress in learning from Zhang Lejian.
• Chen Ze decides to visit Wannan City after a month of staying at home, noticing the positive changes the Myriad Things General Store has brought to the city.

Character Developments

• Chen Ze: Shows satisfaction in his remote control capabilities and the positive changes his actions have brought to Wannan City.
• Zhao Ling'er: Seems more at ease and engaged in learning from Zhang Lejian.

Significant Themes

• The power of knowledge and learning.
• The positive impact of the Myriad Things General Store on Wannan City and its cultivators.
• Chen Ze's detachment yet connection with his clones' experiences.

Character Interactions

• Chen Ze interacts with his clones remotely, feeling a sense of control and satisfaction.
• Chen Ze has a meal with Zhao Ling'er, showing interest in her progress and encouraging her learning.
• Chen Ze observes the changes in Wannan City, feeling a sense of relief and reluctance to leave.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Ze wanders around Wannan City, noticing its transformation and new entertainment venues.
• He spots Mingxin Studio and decides to visit.
• The shopkeeper of Mingxin Studio is still at the Foundation Establishment Sixth Layer, and his business is slow.
• Chen Ze buys four books on cultivation anecdotes, and the shopkeeper, who is closing down, refuses payment.
• Chen Ze insists on paying and leaves.
• Chen Ze heads towards the Myriad Things General Store and notices the transformation of the street leading to it, now filled with entertainment establishments.

Character Developments

• Chen Ze: He has become more discerning, preferring Longqing City's entertainment venues over Wannan City's.
• Mingxin Studio Shopkeeper: He decides to close down his shop and return home, acknowledging that he's not suited for business.

Significant Themes

• Change: Wannan City has changed significantly, with new entertainment venues and a shift in the cultivators' focus.
• Business and Adaptation: Mingxin Studio struggles to keep up with the changing market, while the Myriad Things General Store thrives.

Character Interactions

• Chen Ze and Mingxin Studio Shopkeeper: Chen Ze's visit to Mingxin Studio leads to a brief interaction, with the shopkeeper refusing payment for the books and Chen Ze insisting on paying.
• Chen Ze and the Cultivators on the Street: Chen Ze observes the cultivators on the street leading to the Myriad Things General Store, noting their changed demeanor and the transformation of the area.