Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Fan reveals he knows of a shop in Wannan City where cultivation resources are cheap, which he believes is the reason for his rapid cultivation speed.
• Yu Xingsi and Zhou Quan take Mid-grade Qi Gathering Pills and experience significant cultivation improvements, with Zhou Quan breaking through to the sixth level of the Qi Refining Realm.
• Chen Fan continues to observe and guide Yu Xingsi and Zhou Quan in their battles against First-Order monster beasts.
• Zhao Yun returns to the Wanze Sect with cultivation resources, distributing pills that benefit everyone and strengthen the sect. The sect members start hunting monsters and gathering spirit medicine, establishing outposts in the Monster Forest.

Character Developments

• Chen Fan: Continues to hide his true cultivation level and guides Yu Xingsi and Zhou Quan in their cultivation journey.
• Yu Xingsi: Touches the threshold of a breakthrough and becomes more confident in his cultivation progress.
• Zhou Quan: Breaks through to the sixth level of the Qi Refining Realm and gains more confidence in his abilities.
• Zhao Yun: Unites the Wanze Sect members, turning it into a cohesive force, and leads them in hunting monsters and gathering resources.

Significant Themes

• Cultivation and Growth: The primary theme focuses on the characters' cultivation journeys, their battles against monster beasts, and the resources they acquire to improve their cultivation.
• Trust and Unity: Among the Wanze Sect members, trust in Zhao Yun grows as he brings back resources, leading to unity and a common goal among the sect members.

Character Interactions

• Chen Fan, Yu Xingsi, and Zhou Quan: The trio continues to work together, with Chen Fan guiding the other two in their cultivation. Yu Xingsi and Zhou Quan grow closer as they both experience breakthroughs.
• Zhao Yun and the Wanze Sect members: Zhao Yun's actions earn him the trust of the sect members, leading to improved unity and cooperation among them as they work towards strengthening their sect.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Myriad Things General Store continues to operate successfully, with increasing reputation and profits.
• Liu Jing, a shopkeeper, convinces seven others to purchase pills from the Myriad Things General Store, resulting in a net profit of over 20,000 Spirit Stones for the store.
• Chen Ze sets up the Heavenly Dipper Sword Formation around his mansion for defense and offense.
• Chen Ze practices his sword and spear techniques within the mansion without fear of being observed.
• Ye Kai grows anxious waiting for the Myriad Things General Store's delivery, suspecting they might be bluffing.
• Chen Ze's clones, Ye Qinggang, Ye Huairen, and Ye Panshan, successfully infiltrate the Ye Family, delivering Mysterious Iron Ore and gaining Ye Zhentian's trust.

Character Developments

• Chen Ze: Becomes more confident and secure, enjoying his practice without worry of being watched.
• Ye Kai: Grows anxious and suspicious about the Myriad Things General Store's true power.
• Ye Qinggang, Ye Huairen, and Ye Panshan: Successfully infiltrate the Ye Family, taking the first step in Chen Ze's plan.

Significant Themes

• Security and freedom: Chen Ze's new formations allow him to practice openly and securely.
• Trust and deception: Ye Kai's suspicion of the Myriad Things General Store, and the clones' successful infiltration of the Ye Family.
• Business and profit: The Myriad Things General Store's growing reputation and profits.

Character Interactions

• Chen Ze and Zhao Ling'er: Ling'er watches Chen Ze practice, cheering him on.
• Liu Jing and other shopkeepers: Liu Jing convinces others to purchase pills from the Myriad Things General Store.
• Ye Zhentian and Ye Qinggang, Ye Huairen, Ye Panshan: The clones successfully deliver Mysterious Iron Ore to Ye Zhentian, gaining his trust.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Xuantian Continent awakens with a peaceful atmosphere, cultivators busy with their daily routines.
• Chen Ze completes his daily cultivation, while the Myriad Things General Store opens for business.
• Chen Fan, Yu Xingsi, and Zhou Quan continue monster hunting; Zhao Yun advances with the Wanze Sect.
• Chen Ze's 40 clones set off to establish Myriad Things General Stores in cities around Wannan.
• Ye Zhentian purchases a Black-tier High-grade Magic Tool from the Myriad Things General Store, causing a stir in Wannan City.
• Ye Zhentian returns home and shows the Magic Tool to Ye Kai, who reveals he already has one.

Character Developments

• Chen Ze: He continues to strengthen his cultivation and expands his business through clones.
• Ye Zhentian: He buys a high-grade Magic Tool to enhance his family's power and status.
• Ye Kai: He seems to be struggling with the current situation, feeling frustrated and uncertain.

Significant Themes

• Cultivation and Power: Characters strive to improve their cultivation levels and obtain powerful tools to increase their strength.
• Business and Expansion: Chen Ze continues to grow his Myriad Things General Store, sending clones to establish new branches.
• Status and Prestige: Ye Zhentian's purchase of a high-grade Magic Tool aims to elevate his family's status in Wannan City.

Character Interactions

• Chen Ze and his Clones: Chen Ze sends his clones to set up new businesses, showing trust in their abilities.
• Ye Zhentian and Ye Kai: Ye Zhentian shows off his purchase to Ye Kai, highlighting the gap in their understanding and communication.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ye Kai visits the Myriad Things General Store, seeking a Nascent Soul Breakthrough Pill.
• Chen Ze, using Shen Wansan's body, sells Ye Kai a Nascent Soul Breakthrough Pill for 40,000 low-grade Spirit Stones (20,000 more than the previous sale).
• Ye Kai also requests a Golden Core Breakthrough Pill.

Character Developments

• Ye Kai: Shows his high cultivation (late Golden Core Realm) and determination to help his grandson, Ye Zhentian, advance.
• Chen Ze: Demonstrates his calm and composed demeanor, even when facing a powerful cultivator like Ye Kai.

Significant Themes

• The power of cultivation and the desire to advance realms.
• The value of rare resources like Breakthrough Pills.

Character Interactions

• Ye Kai and Chen Ze: Engage in a polite yet probing conversation, with Ye Kai trying to gauge the Myriad Things General Store's capabilities, and Chen Ze maintaining a calm and confident facade.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ye Kai inquires about buying a Nascent Soul Breakthrough Pill from Chen Ze, who quotes a high price of 2,000 Mid-grade Spirit Stones to deter him.
• Ye Kai asks about Earth-tier Magic Tools, and Chen Ze quotes prices for them as well.
• Ye Kai leaves without purchasing anything, leaving Chen Ze puzzled.
• Chen Ze decides to travel outside Wannan City and creates clone number 66 to use as his vessel.
• Chen Ze learns that Wannan City has become desolate due to his past actions and purchases a map of the Dagan Dynasty from Mingxin Study.

Character Developments

• Chen Ze: Becomes more confident in his business dealings, decides to travel outside Wannan City, and creates a new clone (number 66).
• Ye Kai: Remains mysterious and unreadable, leaving Chen Ze confused about his intentions.

Significant Themes

• The desolation of Wannan City: Chen Ze's actions have led to the decline of the city's once-thriving cultivator community.
• Chen Ze's growth in business acumen: He becomes more comfortable with high-stakes transactions and dealing with potential customers like Ye Kai.

Character Interactions

• Chen Ze and Ye Kai: Their interaction is tense and uncertain, with Ye Kai's intentions remaining unclear.
• Chen Ze and Zhao Ling'er: They briefly interact, with Zhao Ling'er expressing reluctance to see Chen Ze leave, but ultimately supporting his decision to travel.
• Chen Ze and the Foundation Establishment Realm cultivator at Mingxin Study: They have a brief, business-like interaction, with the cultivator providing minimal assistance to Chen Ze.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Ze leaves Wannan City, using Sword Flight to reach the Heguan Mountain Range quickly.
• He observes cultivators battling Monster Beasts, learning about their characteristics and materials.
• Chen Ze decides to fight a Monster Beast himself and encounters a Bronze Rainbow-Haired Leopard.

Character Developments

• Chen Ze shows curiosity and interest in learning about Monster Beasts, transforming into a cultivation researcher.
• Chen Fan, Zhou Quan, and Yu Xingsi become enthusiastic about hunting Monster Beasts, improving their coordination.

Significant Themes

• Exploration and discovery of new environments and creatures (Monster Beasts).
• Learning and growth through observation and experience.
• Teamwork and coordination in battles (seen in Zhou Quan and Yu Xingsi's improved cooperation).

Character Interactions

• Chen Ze observes other cultivators battling Monster Beasts but doesn't intervene.
• Chen Ze encounters a Bronze Rainbow-Haired Leopard, setting up a battle.
• Chen Fan, Zhou Quan, and Yu Xingsi hunt Monster Beasts together, improving their teamwork.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Ze encounters and defeats a Bronze Rainbow-Haired Leopard using his Swallow Step, Earth Shield Art, and Thirteen Swords of Star Movement.
• He decides to store Monster beast corpses directly into the Myriad Things Space for his clones to process.
• Chen Ze senses Chen Fan's presence and approaches him, learning that Chen Fan is helping Zhou Quan hunt Monster beasts to exchange for pills.

Character Developments

• Chen Ze demonstrates his combat skills and strategic thinking, showing growth in his abilities.
• Chen Fan displays resourcefulness and initiative in his plan to help Zhou Quan, indicating his intelligence and adaptability.

Significant Themes

• The theme of growth and development is evident in Chen Ze's improved combat skills and Chen Fan's independent actions.
• The theme of identity and relationships is explored through Chen Ze's and Chen Fan's interaction, highlighting their master-disciple bond and Chen Fan's autonomy.

Character Interactions

• Chen Ze and Chen Fan communicate through thoughts, revealing their master-disciple relationship and mutual respect.
• Chen Fan interacts with Zhou Quan and Yu Xingsi, showing his ability to form alliances and work with others to achieve common goals.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Ze leaves before Zhou Quan and Yu Xingsi finish their hunt.
• Chen Fan decides to lead them deeper into the Heguan Mountain Range to hunt Second-Order Monster Beasts.
• Chen Ze encounters a Full Moon Crystal Silver Snake (Second-Order Monster Beast) and chases it deep into the mountain range.
• An unknown entity sends Chen Ze a telepathic message, causing him to pause his attack on the Full Moon Crystal Silver Snake.

Character Developments

• Zhou Quan and Yu Xingsi adapt to fighting monster beasts and are ready to face stronger ones.
• Chen Ze demonstrates his ability to track and fight powerful monster beasts, showing his strength and experience.

Significant Themes

• The theme of growth and adaptation is evident as Zhou Quan and Yu Xingsi are ready to face more challenging monster beasts.
• The theme of power and its consequences is shown as Chen Ze's strength attracts unknown entities.

Character Interactions

• Chen Fan continues to guide and protect Zhou Quan and Yu Xingsi, showing his responsibility as a senior brother.
• Chen Ze interacts with the Full Moon Crystal Silver Snake, showcasing his combat prowess and strategic thinking.
• An unknown entity communicates with Chen Ze, hinting at potential future interactions or conflicts.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Ze encounters a Third-Order mid-stage Full Moon Crystal Silver Snake, which doesn't attack due to its injured state and desire to protect its offspring.
• Chen Ze pulls out the Roaming Dragon Spear from the Second-Order Full Moon Crystal Silver Snake, provoking the Third-Order snake but not triggering an attack.
• The Third-Order snake offers Chen Ze two Spirit Medicines in exchange for leaving, hinting at a secret it's hiding.
• Chen Ze agrees to leave after receiving the Spirit Medicines but senses the Third-Order snake's secret and decides to leave only after gaining a profit.
• The Third-Order snake vows to kill Chen Ze once it recovers.

Character Developments

• Chen Ze demonstrates his courage and confidence in facing a powerful monster, showing no fear despite the danger.
• The Third-Order Full Moon Crystal Silver Snake reveals its protective nature towards its offspring and its desperation to break through its realm.

Significant Themes

• Greed and its consequences: Chen Ze's greed for more Spirit Medicines leads him to overlook the potential danger from the Third-Order snake.
• The power dynamic between cultivators and monsters: The Third-Order snake's inability to attack due to its injured state and Chen Ze's provocation highlights the shifting power dynamics in the Heguan Mountain Range.

Character Interactions

• Chen Ze and the Third-Order Full Moon Crystal Silver Snake engage in a tense negotiation, with Chen Ze provoking the snake and the snake trying to appease him.
• Chen Ze's overconfidence leads him to underestimate the danger posed by the Third-Order snake, setting up a potential conflict for future chapters.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ye Zhentian enters seclusion to strive for the Golden Core Realm.
• Ye Kai gives Ye Zhentian a Golden Core Breakthrough Pill.
• Ye Baiyi visits Ye Kai, revealing his Foundation Establishment Realm cultivation achieved through pills.
• Ye Zhentian assigns tasks to the three clones of Chen Ze and temporarily hands over family management to the Third Elder.
• Chen Ze returns home, and his consciousness descends upon clone No. 66. He discovers he's at the ninth layer of the Foundation Establishment Realm and understands the process of cultivation and breakthrough for Foundation Establishment Realm cultivators.

Character Developments

• Ye Zhentian shows determination and strategic thinking in his cultivation and family management.
• Ye Kai remains mysterious and manipulative, guiding Ye Baiyi's cultivation while having his own plans.
• Chen Ze gains a deeper understanding of cultivation and appreciates the advantage of his system.

Significant Themes

• The difficulty and complexity of cultivation, contrasting with Chen Ze's ease of advancement.
• The manipulation and hidden agendas of powerful figures, such as Ye Kai.

Character Interactions

• Ye Kai and Ye Zhentian: Ye Kai guides and supports Ye Zhentian, while Ye Zhentian respects and follows Ye Kai's plans.
• Ye Kai and Ye Baiyi: Ye Kai manipulates Ye Baiyi, helping him cultivate while knowing his cultivation is flawed.
• Chen Ze and Clone No. 66: Chen Ze uses the clone to spar with monsters and learn about cultivation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Ze continues his search for Third-Order Monster Beasts in the Heguan Mountain Range.
• He discovers a Third-Order Mirror Moon Flame Claw Ox that has not left the mountain range due to having offspring to care for.
• Chen Ze engages in a battle with the Mirror Moon Flame Claw Ox, initially being sent flying due to underestimating its power.
• He uses his Invincible Golden Body and Heavenly Eye skills, followed by his Thirteen Swords of Star Movement and Roaming Dragon Spear, but the Mirror Moon Flame Claw Ox remains largely unaffected.

Character Developments

• Chen Ze demonstrates his adaptability and resilience in battle, quickly adjusting his strategy after the initial setback.
• The Mirror Moon Flame Claw Ox shows its intelligence and adaptability by adjusting its tactics to counter Chen Ze's movements.

Significant Themes

• The importance of understanding one's opponent and adjusting strategies accordingly.
• The challenges and dangers of facing opponents significantly stronger than oneself.

Character Interactions

• There are no other characters in this chapter, as it focuses solely on Chen Ze's battle with the Mirror Moon Flame Claw Ox.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Ze detects spiritual energy fluctuations and is surrounded by eight illusory mirrors, from which eight Mirror Moon Flame Claw Ox clones emerge.
• Chen Ze summons twelve clones and Xiao Ping, Xiao An from the Myriad Things Space to combat the oxen.
• Chen Ze's clones focus on breaking the mirrors while he engages the oxen, trying to buy time and reduce their number.
• Chen Ze activates the Invincible Golden Body, making him immune to the oxen's attacks for five minutes.
• The oxen try to break through Chen Ze's position, but he manages to hold on until the last mirror is shattered, defeating the oxen.

Character Developments

• Chen Ze demonstrates his strategic thinking, resourcefulness, and adaptability in battle.
• Chen Ze's clones show loyalty and obedience, following his commands without question.
• The Mirror Moon Flame Claw Ox reveals its desperation and frustration as its clones are defeated one by one.

Significant Themes

• The power of unity and teamwork, as Chen Ze and his clones coordinate their efforts to defeat a formidable opponent.
• The importance of strategy and adaptability in battle, as Chen Ze outsmarts the ox by avoiding direct confrontation and targeting the mirrors.
• The theme of time pressure, as Chen Ze must defeat the oxen before the Invincible Golden Body's duration runs out.

Character Interactions

• Chen Ze interacts with his clones, giving them orders and encouraging them to hasten their efforts.
• The Mirror Moon Flame Claw Ox interacts with its clones, trying to coordinate their attacks against Chen Ze.
• Chen Ze and the Mirror Moon Flame Claw Ox engage in a battle of wits, with Chen Ze outmaneuvering the ox at every turn.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Ze's clone is impaled and killed by the Mirror Moon Flame Claw Ox, but he returns to his main body and summons ten more clones.
• Chen Ze directs the clones to trap and attack the Mirror Moon Flame Claw Ox, using hit-and-run tactics, earth walls, and magic tools.
• The Mirror Moon Flame Claw Ox attempts to escape but is continuously thwarted by the clones.
• Chen Ze and his clones eventually kill the Mirror Moon Flame Claw Ox, and they retrieve a Monster Core.

Character Developments

• Chen Ze realizes the limitations of his current strength and decides to improve himself further to better protect the Myriad Things General Store.
• The clones display unwavering determination and coordination, fighting tirelessly despite their lack of pain and fear of death.

Significant Themes

• Perseverance: The clones' relentless pursuit of their mission, despite heavy losses, highlights their perseverance.
• Adaptability: Chen Ze adapts his strategy to counter the Mirror Moon Flame Claw Ox's escape attempt, showcasing his quick thinking and resourcefulness.
• Consumption and Regeneration: The chapter emphasizes the consumption of resources (clones, magic tools, and spells) and their subsequent regeneration or replacement.

Character Interactions

• Chen Ze communicates with his clones through telepathy, directing their actions and coordinating their attacks.
• The clones interact with each other, learning from one another and working together to achieve their goal.
• The Mirror Moon Flame Claw Ox attempts to communicate with the clones but is ignored, highlighting the clones' single-minded focus on their mission.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Ze obtains a Monster Core from a Mirror Moon Flame Claw Ox, his first encounter with one.
• He decides to keep it for now and sell it later to determine its value.
• Chen Ze's clones suffer heavy losses (23 clones participated, 17 destroyed) in the battle with the Third-Order Monster Beast.
• Chen Ze decides to leave the Heguan Mountain Range and head towards a larger cultivation city.
• The Third-Order Full Moon Crystal Silver Snake feels a sense of loss but continues its cultivation.
• Chen Fan and his companions kill a Second-Order Monster Beast together.
• Chen Ze, back in the Myriad Things Space, plans to upgrade his Magic Tool and learn a new spell.

Character Developments

• Chen Ze gains experience with Monster Cores and decides to sell his obtained one.
• He reflects on his ambition and decides to prioritize increasing his knowledge and strength.
• The Third-Order Full Moon Crystal Silver Snake remains focused on its cultivation goal despite feeling loss.
• Chen Fan demonstrates his powerful sword techniques and leadership among his companions.

Significant Themes

• The value and use of Monster Cores in cultivation.
• The importance of experience and knowledge in cultivation progression.
• The focus and determination of cultivators in pursuing their goals.

Character Interactions

• Chen Ze interacts with his clones, assessing their losses and making decisions.
• Chen Fan interacts with his companions, Chen Fan and Zhou Quan, demonstrating his leadership and prowess.
• The Third-Order Full Moon Crystal Silver Snake's thoughts are revealed, showing its determination despite feeling loss.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Ze browses Earth-grade Top-tier Magic Tools and spells in the Myriad Things Shop, but decides not to buy due to the high cost.
• Chen Ze checks the profits of the general store and learns that the teams are expanding to other cities.
• Chen Ze learns from Ye Qinggang that the Ye family has discovered their connection to the Myriad Things General Store.

Character Developments

• Chen Ze shows restraint in spending his Spirit Stones, prioritizing reserves.
• Zhao Ling'er demonstrates concern for Chen Ze's well-being and is worried about the Ye family's discovery.
• Ye Qinggang proves to be a reliable source of information within the Ye family.

Significant Themes

• Financial Constraints: Chen Ze faces budget limitations, affecting his purchasing decisions and expansion plans.
• Information Control: The Ye family's discovery highlights the importance of information and its potential impact on Chen Ze's operations.

Character Interactions

• Chen Ze and Zhao Ling'er have a casual conversation about his hunting achievements and the Ye family's discovery.
• Chen Ze communicates with Ye Qinggang, gathering information and issuing instructions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Ze and Zhao Ling'er discuss the potential threat from the Ye Family, leading Chen Ze to decide to set up formations at the Myriad Things General Store.
• Chen Ze controls Shen Wansan's body to set up three formations: the Shadowless Great Formation (concealment), the Black Tortoise Formation (defense), and the Heavenly Dipper Sword Formation (offense).
• In the Myriad Things Space, Chen Ze checks on the progress of the 20 groups and learns about the increased profits and the establishment of the Wanze Sect by Zhao Yun.

Character Developments

• Chen Ze shows concern for the safety of his disciples and the Myriad Things General Store, demonstrating his responsibility and care.
• Zhao Ling'er shows worry about the potential danger from the Ye Family, indicating her loyalty and concern for Chen Ze's safety.
• Shen Wansan shows loyalty and obedience to Chen Ze, following his instructions without question.
• Zhao Yun demonstrates initiative and strategic thinking by founding the Wanze Sect and focusing on improving his disciples' strength.

Significant Themes

• Safety and Security: Chen Ze's primary concern is the safety of his disciples and the Myriad Things General Store, leading him to set up formations to protect them.
• Responsibility: Chen Ze feels responsible for his disciples' well-being and the success of his businesses, showing care and concern for their progress.
• Growth and Development: The 20 groups and Zhao Yun's Wanze Sect represent the expansion and growth of Chen Ze's influence and power.

Character Interactions

• Chen Ze and Zhao Ling'er interact, with Zhao Ling'er expressing her worries and Chen Ze reassuring her and making decisions based on her concerns.
• Chen Ze interacts with Shen Wansan, giving him instructions and entrusting him with the responsibility of managing the Myriad Things General Store.
• Chen Ze interacts with Xiao Ping and Xiao An in the Myriad Things Space, checking on the progress of the 20 groups and giving them new tasks.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Ze travels to Longqing City using Clone No. 66.
• Upon arrival, he encounters a queue for entry, with each cultivator being inspected and charged an entrance fee of 200 Low-grade Spirit Stones.
• Chen Ze pays the fee and receives an entrance token, which triggers a reaction with the city's protective formation.
• Using his Heavenly Eye, Chen Ze discovers that the protective formation is a Rank 5 Three Talents Seven Stars Formation, costing 1000 Low-grade Spirit Stones to examine.
• Chen Ze decides to explore the city despite the presence of powerful cultivators.

Character Developments

• Chen Ze demonstrates his growing confidence and determination to explore and learn, even in the face of powerful formations and cultivators.
• Clone No. 66 remains loyal and dedicated to serving Chen Ze, showing no signs of fatigue after a long journey.

Significant Themes

• The importance and power of formations in the cultivation world.
• The vast differences between small and great cultivation cities, reflected in their scale, rules, and the cultivators they attract.
• The value of Spirit Stones as a currency in the cultivation world, with even entry fees to cities costing a significant amount.

Character Interactions

• Chen Ze interacts briefly with the city guards, showing his naivety about the entrance fee and the contempt of other cultivators queuing behind him.
• Despite the disdain shown by other cultivators, Chen Ze remains unfazed and determined to explore the city.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Ze explores Longqing City, noting its ancient architecture, high Spiritual Energy density, and lack of Rogue Cultivators' stalls.
• He learns he's now a permanent resident of Longqing City.
• He sends his clones to hunt monsters in the Heguan Mountain Range.
• Chen Ze visits the Neon Light Tower restaurant, overhearing conversations about an upcoming auction and a secret realm expedition.
• He decides to visit the Four Seas Chamber of Commerce.

Character Developments

• Chen Ze demonstrates his observational skills and curiosity about Longqing City's culture and politics.
• He shows financial growth, no longer being as concerned about Spirit Stone prices as before.

Significant Themes

• Cultivation Resources: The importance of resources for cultivation is emphasized, with cultivators seeking better resources to improve their cultivation speed and level.
• Power Dynamics: The influence of powerful families like the Liu Family is evident, with cultivators seeking their backing for resources and opportunities.

Character Interactions

• Chen Ze interacts with a waiter at the Neon Light Tower, observing the cultivators dining there, and eavesdropping on their conversations.
• He doesn't interact directly with other cultivators but learns about their concerns and plans through their conversations.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Ze's cultivation breaks through to the Golden Core Realm on the street.
• He struggles to control the sudden surge of spiritual energy and pain, using Mid-grade Spirit Stones to aid his breakthrough.
• After an unknown amount of time, Chen Ze successfully forms his Golden Core, feeling unprecedented power.

Character Developments

• Chen Ze: Becomes a true cultivator with the formation of his Golden Core. He realizes the potential impact of the Profound Sun Clear Spirit Pill on his cultivation and decides to test it on Zhou Quan.
• Zhao Ling'er: Shows concern and anxiety for Chen Ze's well-being during his breakthrough but remains helpless to assist him.

Significant Themes

• The struggle and pain involved in cultivating to higher realms.
• The unknown effects of the Profound Sun Clear Spirit Pill on cultivation.
• The high cost of living in Longqing City.

Character Interactions

• Chen Ze and Zhao Ling'er: Zhao Ling'er anxiously watches over Chen Ze during his breakthrough, while Chen Ze reassures her afterward.
• Chen Ze and Number 66 clone: Chen Ze communicates with his clone, learning about its state of consciousness when he controls it. They decide to go to the Four Seas Chamber of Commerce together.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Ze, now at the Golden Core Realm, senses many cultivators in Longqing City.
• He visits the Four Seas Chamber of Commerce, a large and well-stocked cultivator's market.
• He inquires about Foundation Establishment Pills, Black-tier Magic Tools, and higher-level items like Earth-tier Magic Tools and Nascent Soul Realm Breakthrough Pills.

Character Developments

• Chen Ze's spiritual sense has improved with his breakthrough to the Golden Core Realm.
• The shop assistant's attitude changes from welcoming to cautious upon realizing Chen Ze is a Golden Core Realm cultivator.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics and hierarchy among cultivators, with Golden Core Realm cultivators being respected and feared.
• The commercial aspects of the cultivation world, with the Four Seas Chamber of Commerce being a well-connected and influential business.

Character Interactions

• Chen Ze interacts with a shop assistant, initially being welcomed and assisted, but later met with caution and deference when his true cultivation level is revealed.
• Chen Ze's presence and inquiries cause the shop assistant to become suspicious and guarded.