Ch. 1221Praying to Heaven for Promotion, National Fortune Backlash
Key Plot Points and Events
- Gu Xingzhi, dressed in imperial attire, ascends the Heaven Praying Platform for the Gu Dynasty's Advancement.
- Other dynasties attempt to disrupt the ceremony, but the Gu Dynasty's National Fortune backlashes against them, causing their National Fortunes to decrease and the Gu Dynasty's to increase.
- Despite multiple attempts by other dynasties to hinder the Advancement, the Gu Dynasty successfully completes the Heaven Praying ceremony, and a dragon shadow descends as a sign of approval.
- Gu Xingzhi's strength surges dramatically, and he merges with the National Fortune Divine Dragon, gaining control over the entire Gu Dynasty region.
- The Gu Dynasty's armies capture the Ling Dynasty's royal city, and Gu Xingzhi orders the extermination of the Ling Dynasty's royal bloodline.
Character Developments
- Gu Xingzhi demonstrates confidence and arrogance throughout the ceremony, showing no fear of other dynasties' attempts to disrupt the Advancement.
- He displays his power and control over the Gu Dynasty after merging with the National Fortune Divine Dragon.
Significant Themes
- Power and Control: Gu Xingzhi's display of power and control over the Gu Dynasty and his ability to manipulate its National Fortune.
- Backlash and Consequences: The backlash against dynasties that attempt to hinder the Gu Dynasty's Advancement, leading to a decrease in their National Fortunes.
- Advancement and Success: The successful completion of the Heaven Praying ceremony, securing the Gu Dynasty's status as an Imperial Dynasty.
Character Interactions
- Gu Xingzhi interacts with the civil and military officials, who show him respect and worship.
- He also interacts with the people of the Gu Dynasty, who cheer for him and express their loyalty.
- Gu Xingzhi communicates with the National Fortune Divine Dragon, merging with it and gaining control over the Gu Dynasty region.