Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Tianming uses the Heaven-Stealing Light and Heaven-Piercing Finger to instantly kill the ninth-rank Saint Emperor, Corpse Weasel.
• Li Yufeng recognizes Li Tianming's move as an ability of the Destiny Sin Clan, which is wanted by the Superstar Republic.
• Li Tianming appears before Li Yufeng, Li Yujiao, and Li Ganyang, and kills Li Ganyang with another Heaven-Piercing Finger.

Character Developments

• Li Tianming demonstrates his overwhelming power, shocking everyone present.
• Li Yufeng, Li Yujiao, and Li Ganyang are filled with shock and fear upon realizing Li Tianming's true identity and power.
• Li Ganyang dies without being able to react to Li Tianming's attack.

Significant Themes

• Power and its consequences: Li Tianming's immense power brings fear and destruction to his enemies.
• Identity and its implications: Li Tianming's true identity as a member of the Destiny Sin Clan has severe consequences for those who know it.

Character Interactions

• Li Yufeng, Li Yujiao, and Li Ganyang interact with each other, expressing their shock and fear at Li Tianming's power and identity.
• Li Tianming interacts with Li Yufeng, Li Yujiao, and Li Ganyang, killing Li Ganyang with a single attack.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Tianming kills Li Ganyang, Li Yufeng, and Li Yujiao, and later Chen Envoy using his Heaven-Piercing Finger.
• Chen Envoy attempts to escape and inform the Republic Divine Heaven but is killed by Li Tianming before he can do so.
• Li Tianming enters the Void Universe Astral Manifestation to avoid further trouble.

Character Developments

• Li Tianming demonstrates immense growth and power, killing four powerful enemies with ease.
• Chen Envoy shows cowardice and attempts to flee when faced with Li Tianming's threat.
• Li Yufeng and Li Yujiao display arrogance and underestimation of Li Tianming's abilities, leading to their deaths.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and the consequences of underestimating one's enemies.
• The importance of adaptability and quick decision-making in life-threatening situations.
• The theme of revenge and the lengths one might go to achieve it.

Character Interactions

• Li Tianming shows no mercy to his enemies, including his clansmen and Chen Envoy.
• Li Yufeng and Li Yujiao attempt to threaten Li Tianming with his family's safety but fail.
• Chen Envoy tries to use his status and escape but ultimately fails against Li Tianming's power.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Tianming and his group receive a windfall of 800,000 Superstar Dao Crystals from the assassination encounter.
• Li Tianming decides to investigate the 'Chen Envoy' and the 'Destiny Sin Clan'.
• Li Tianming returns to the Myriad Sects War Hall and the Li Imperial Clan's residence without incident.
• Li Chaoxi, worried about Li Tianming's safety, accidentally bumps into him upon his return.
• Li Tianming reassures Li Chaoxi that nothing happened, and they decide to focus on preparing for the Myriad Sects Imperial War.
• Several days pass peacefully in the Li Imperial Clan residence, but the disappearance of the three clan members is eventually discovered.

Character Developments

• Li Tianming remains calm and collected, even after the assassination encounter, and decides to investigate the 'Chen Envoy' and the 'Destiny Sin Clan'.
• Li Chaoxi shows concern for Li Tianming's safety and is initially skeptical about his claim that nothing happened.

Significant Themes

• The theme of identity and the search for Li Tianming's origins continues, with the 'Destiny Sin Clan' being a new lead.
• The theme of deception and hiding true identities is reinforced, as Li Tianming and his group have been concealing their status as companion beastmasters.

Character Interactions

• Li Tianming and Li Chaoxi's interaction upon his return shows Li Chaoxi's concern for him and Li Tianming's ability to reassure her.
• Li Tianming and Sui Shen Yao (Chaos Sword Princess) share a moment of calm meditation, showing their comfortable dynamic despite their different personalities.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Ganyang, Li Yufeng, and Li Yujiao have gone missing, and their lives and deaths are unknown.
• Li Dixiao, Li Xuanyin, and Li Zhaotang discuss the situation and decide to inform the other Li Imperial Clan geniuses.
• They hold a meeting via communication star towers, revealing the missing trio's fate to the others.
• Li Dixiao imposes a martial lockdown on Hall No. 888 to ensure everyone's safety.

Character Developments

• Li Dixiao, Li Xuanyin, and Li Zhaotang show concern for the missing clan members and prioritize the safety of the remaining geniuses.
• Li Ganyang, Li Yufeng, and Li Yujiao are not present, but their disappearance causes worry and fear among their peers.

Significant Themes

• Safety and Security: The missing clan members highlight the dangers lurking outside the Li Imperial Clan's hall, emphasizing the importance of vigilance and caution.
• Responsibility: Li Dixiao, Li Xuanyin, and Li Zhaotang feel responsible for the missing clan members and prioritize the safety of the remaining geniuses.

Character Interactions

• Li Dixiao, Li Xuanyin, and Li Zhaotang discuss the situation privately before informing the other geniuses.
• The Li Imperial Clan geniuses express their concern and fear for their missing peers and their own safety.
• Li Tianming and Li Chaoxi are among those present, but they do not reveal any new information about the missing trio.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Tianming sets up a Space-Stabilizing Butterfly in Destiny Hall to create a secret, stable spatial passage for easy travel.
• He decides to monitor the 'Destiny Sin Clan' matter closely due to its importance and the Myriad Sects Imperial War's uncertain duration.
• Li Tianming, Sui Shen Yao, and Aurora return to the Divine Treasury Star System using the new spatial passage.
• Li Tianming learns from Silver Dust that something has happened to Little Nine and goes to investigate.

Character Developments

• Li Tianming demonstrates his strategic thinking and meticulous planning by setting up the Space-Stabilizing Butterfly for future use.
• Sui Shen Yao shows her excitement and curiosity about new places and things.
• Weisheng Moran displays her intelligence and perceptiveness by accurately guessing the events in Beacon Ruins.

Significant Themes

• Preparation and Planning: Li Tianming's actions highlight the importance of preparation and foresight in achieving future goals.
• Loyalty and Trust: The bond between Li Tianming, Sui Shen Yao, Aurora, and Weisheng Moran is strengthened through their shared experiences and trust in each other.
• Power and Influence: The 'Destiny Sin Clan' matter and the Myriad Sects Imperial War emphasize the power dynamics and influence at play among different factions.

Character Interactions

• Li Tianming, Sui Shen Yao, and Aurora work together to set up the Space-Stabilizing Butterfly, showcasing their teamwork and shared goals.
• Li Tianming and Weisheng Moran have a friendly, comfortable rapport, evident in their conversation and Li Tianming's decision to check on Little Nine based on Weisheng Moran's information.
• Li Tianming's concern for Little Nine demonstrates his responsibility and care for his companions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Little Nine, a colossal, boundless black mist creature, is about to leave the Little Divine Treasury Star System after absorbing all the Divine Treasury stones.
• Li Tianming visits Little Nine before it leaves, trying to persuade it to stay or at least travel together.
• Little Nine refuses, stating it can find Divine Treasury stones on its own and doesn't need Li Tianming's help.
• Li Tianming learns from Silver Dust about a vast Divine Treasury stone vein in the Ganfeng Eternal Empire, which he uses to try and convince Little Nine to stay.

Character Developments

• Li Tianming: Shows concern for Little Nine's safety and well-being, trying to convince it to stay or travel together. He is resourceful and quick-thinking, using the news of the Divine Treasury stone vein to try and change Little Nine's mind.
• Little Nine: Shows independence and a strong will, refusing to stay in the Little Divine Treasury Star System or travel with Li Tianming. It is drawn by the prospect of a large Divine Treasury stone vein but hasn't yet agreed to Li Tianming's proposal.

Significant Themes

• The symbiotic relationship between Li Tianming and Little Nine, with Li Tianming wanting to protect and help Little Nine grow, while Little Nine wants to explore and grow on its own.
• The allure of Divine Treasury stones, which drive Little Nine's actions and are a source of power and wealth in this universe.

Character Interactions

• Li Tianming and Little Nine: Li Tianming tries to persuade Little Nine to stay or travel together, while Little Nine is initially unwilling but is swayed by the prospect of a large Divine Treasury stone vein.
• Li Tianming and Aurora (Chaos Sword Princess): Aurora shares the news about the Divine Treasury stone vein with Li Tianming, helping him in his attempt to convince Little Nine.
• Li Tianming and Silver Dust: Silver Dust provides Li Tianming with crucial information about the Divine Treasury stone vein, enabling him to try and change Little Nine's mind.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Tianming discovers a Divine Treasury Star System a thousand times larger than the combined size of the Greater and Little Divine Treasury Star Systems.
• Little Nine shows interest in the discovery and decides to join Li Tianming's team.
• Li Tianming and Little Nine discuss strategies to infiltrate the Ganfeng Eternal Empire and obtain the Divine Treasury Stones.
• Little Nine enters Li Tianming's Companion Space for the first time in its true body.

Character Developments

• Little Nine: Shows interest in the Divine Treasury Stones, agrees to join Li Tianming's team, and enters the Companion Space, marking a significant step in its relationship with Li Tianming.
• Li Tianming: Demonstrates strategic thinking and persuasive skills in convincing Little Nine to join his team and discussing infiltration plans.

Significant Themes

• Trust and relationship building between Li Tianming and Little Nine.
• The allure of power and resources (Divine Treasury Stones) driving character actions.
• Strategic planning and problem-solving.

Character Interactions

• Li Tianming and Little Nine: Li Tianming uses the allure of Divine Treasury Stones to persuade Little Nine to join his team, while Little Nine enters the Companion Space, signaling trust in Li Tianming.
• Li Tianming, Aurora, and Sui Shen Yao: They discuss and plan their next move together.
• Little Nine and the other lifebound beasts: Little Nine enters the Companion Space, and the other lifebound beasts welcome it back, fostering a sense of family and belonging.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Tianming returns to Beacon Ruins, and Little Nine emerges from the Companion Space.
• Li Tianming warns Little Nine about secrecy, and Silver Dust intensifies communication efforts.
• Li Tianming, Aurora, and Silver Dust gather intelligence on the Divine Treasury Stones.
• Silver Dust discovers multiple Divine Treasury ore veins in Heavenly Treasury Province, including one over a thousand times larger than the known veins.

Character Developments

• Little Nine shows proactive communication with Li Tianming and Silver Dust, indicating its growing integration.
• Li Tianming is determined to keep persevering in helping Little Nine recover.
• Aurora demonstrates her strategic thinking by creating a map based on gathered intelligence.

Significant Themes

• The importance of secrecy and caution in Li Tianming's journey.
• The allure and significance of the Divine Treasury Stones, driving the plot forward.
• The growing bond and teamwork between Li Tianming, Aurora, and Silver Dust.

Character Interactions

• Li Tianming warns Little Nine about secrecy, showing his responsibility and care.
• Li Tianming, Aurora, and Silver Dust work together to gather intelligence, highlighting their teamwork and shared goals.
• Little Nine's impatience and eagerness when hearing about the Divine Treasury Stones, showing its growing interest and recovery.

Key Plot Points & Events

• Aurora discovers that Heavenly Treasury Province was established solely for its abundant Divine Treasury stone resources.
• Li Tianming learns that the province's resources are used to forge powerful Divine Treasury weapons, vital to the Ganfeng Eternal Empire.
• They find out that there are ten Divine Treasury ore veins in the province, with the largest containing over five thousand times the reserves of the Greater and Lesser Divine Treasury Star Systems.
• The entire province has over twenty thousand times the reserves of the two star systems, and the empire as a whole has nearly fifty thousand times.
• However, they currently have no way to directly obtain these Divine Treasury stones.

Character Developments

• Li Tianming is astonished by the scale of the Divine Treasury stone reserves and the power of the Divine Treasury weapons.
• Little Nine shows interest and excitement at the prospect of absorbing such a vast amount of Divine Treasury stones.
• Aurora remains calm and analytical, providing crucial information and assessing their current capabilities.

Significant Themes

• The power and value of Divine Treasury stones and the weapons forged from them.
• The vast resources and might of a third-level star system compared to smaller star systems.
• The challenge of obtaining these resources despite their abundance.

Character Interactions

• Li Tianming and Aurora work together to gather and analyze information.
• Little Nine shows its interest and excitement, interacting more with the group.
• Sui Shen Yao eagerly wants to join the action but is held back by their current limitations.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Tianming learns about the Divine Treasury Stones in Heavenly Treasury Province, guarded by a powerful army from a level-three star system.
• He discovers that seizing the stones by force is not an option due to the proximity to Beacon Ruins and the risk of attracting powerful experts.
• Li Tianming cannot leave Beacon Ruins due to restrictions imposed by his father-in-law, and the inspection barriers prevent him from using his invisibility ability to exit.

Character Developments

• Little Nine, Li Tianming's symbiotic beast, is driven by its hunger for Divine Treasury Stones and becomes impatient and demanding.
• Li Tianming shows responsibility and patience in handling Little Nine, understanding the importance of caring for his symbiotic beasts.

Significant Themes

• The struggle between ambition and caution, as Li Tianming and his companions weigh the risks and rewards of pursuing the Divine Treasury Stones.
• The bond between Li Tianming and his symbiotic beasts, highlighting the responsibility and love he feels towards them.

Character Interactions

• Li Tianming and Aurora discuss the challenges and risks of obtaining the Divine Treasury Stones, demonstrating their strategic thinking and teamwork.
• Li Tianming and Little Nine have a tense exchange, with Li Tianming trying to persuade Little Nine to be patient and understand the complexities of their situation.
• Silver Dust, Li Tianming's other symbiotic beast, shows loyalty and understanding, offering to help gather information but also asserting its name and dignity.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Tianming arrives at the Myriad Sects Imperial War, facing stronger opponents from tens of thousands of outer-domain sects.
• Chen Envoy's interference poses a threat due to Li Ganyang's report of Li Tianming's fake marriage with Li Chaoxi.
• Li Tianming and Little Nine discuss the plan to obtain Divine Treasury Stones in Heavenly Treasury Province.

Character Developments

• Li Tianming shows maturity and caution in planning his next steps.
• Little Nine reveals its mischievous and troublesome nature, enjoying Li Tianming's anxious coaxing.
• Aurora and Sui Shen Yao express concern about Chen Envoy's interference.

Significant Themes

• Caution and careful planning in the face of stronger opponents.
• The consequences of past actions (Li Ganyang's report) affecting the present.
• The importance of understanding one's companions (Li Tianming learning about Little Nine's true intentions).

Character Interactions

• Li Tianming and Little Nine have a playful yet tense exchange about obtaining Divine Treasury Stones.
• Aurora and Sui Shen Yao discuss the potential danger from Chen Envoy.
• Li Tianming interacts with his accompanying beasts, who tease and mock him, but ultimately help him gather information.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Tianming's group learns about an underground black market in Beacon Ruins that might help them leave the city using Superstar Dao Crystals.
• Li Tianming remembers that Li Chaoxi's father, Li Dixiao, is familiar with Beacon Ruins and might help them find connections in the black market.
• Li Tianming contacts Li Chaoxi, asking for her father's help to arrange a trip to see the Galaxy Cascade, a scenic spot outside Beacon Ruins.
• Li Chaoxi agrees to ask her father, but warns that it won't be easy due to the Li Imperial Clan's current situation and Beacon Ruins' attitude towards Outer Territory people.

Character Developments

• Li Tianming demonstrates his resourcefulness and quick thinking by using a humanistic tome to convince Li Chaoxi of his genuine interest in the Galaxy Cascade.
• Aurora shows her strategic mind by suggesting they ask Li Dixiao for help and by devising the plan to use the humanistic tome.

Significant Themes

• Resourcefulness and adaptability in the face of challenges.
• The importance of connections and networks in achieving goals.
• The power of deception and ambiguity in manipulating others.

Character Interactions

• Li Tianming and Aurora work together to find a solution, with Aurora providing the plan and Li Tianming executing it.
• Li Tianming interacts with Li Chaoxi, skillfully navigating her suspicions and maintaining the ambiguity of his feelings for her.
• The bonded beasts, despite their usual lack of decorum, show understanding and cooperation when Li Tianming needs to discuss a serious matter.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Tianming attempts to convince Li Dixiao to help him and Li Chaoxi leave Beacon Ruins, but Li Dixiao refuses due to safety concerns and the need to conserve favors.
• Li Tianming continues practicing his swordsmanship and advises Little Nine to be patient.
• Silver Dust finds a lead on an underground black market that could potentially help Li Tianming leave the city.

Character Developments

• Li Dixiao shows concern for Li Tianming and Li Chaoxi's safety, prioritizing their well-being over their desire to explore Heavenly Treasury Province.
• Li Tianming demonstrates patience and understanding, both in waiting for news and in advising Little Nine.
• Silver Dust proves its usefulness by finding a potential way out of the city.

Significant Themes

• Patience and perseverance: Li Tianming and Little Nine both exhibit this quality while waiting for news and opportunities.
• Family and responsibility: Li Dixiao's refusal to help Li Tianming and Li Chaoxi highlights his concern for their safety and his responsibility as a family patriarch.
• Trust and reliance: Li Tianming's reliance on Silver Dust and Aurora for information, and Silver Dust's pride in its contributions, emphasizes the importance of trust and reliance in their relationship.

Character Interactions

• Li Tianming and Li Chaoxi: They maintain a close, sibling-like relationship, with Li Chaoxi showing concern for Li Tianming's safety and Li Tianming being open with her about his situation.
• Li Tianming and Little Nine: Li Tianming advises Little Nine to be patient, and Little Nine, despite its anxiety, listens to Li Tianming's advice, showing a growing bond between them.
• Li Tianming and Silver Dust: Li Tianming praises Silver Dust for its efforts, and Silver Dust takes pride in its contributions, strengthening their bond.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Tianming learns about the black market's nature and finds a potential contact, Gan Yuan.
• Gan Yuan is identified as an early-stage Saint Emperor, using a small lightyear-grade Dao artifact.
• Li Tianming infiltrates Gan Yuan's residence but decides to wait for an opportunity to meet him without causing hostility.

Character Developments

• Li Tianming demonstrates strategic thinking and patience in planning his approach to Gan Yuan.
• Little Nine shows impatience but understands the need for caution.
• Gan Yuan is portrayed as a shrewd, observant, and powerful figure.

Significant Themes

• The theme of patience and strategic planning is emphasized as Li Tianming waits for the right moment to approach Gan Yuan.
• The importance of understanding one's opponent and the situation before acting is highlighted.

Character Interactions

• Li Tianming, Aurora, and Little Nine discuss their plan of action.
• Li Tianming explains his decision to wait to Sui Shen Yao.
• Li Tianming observes Gan Yuan from a distance, assessing his strength and behavior.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Tianming sets up a Dao formation to prevent Silver Dust from eavesdropping on his conversation.
• Gan Yuan emerges from the Gan Heavenly Residence, and Li Tianming approaches him, initiating a conversation.
• Li Tianming expresses his desire to leave Beacon Ruins for Heavenly Treasury Province, and Gan Yuan agrees to help, but at a high price.
• Gan Yuan initially demands one hundred thousand Superstar Dao Crystals, much higher than the previously heard price of five thousand.
• Li Tianming agrees to pay the price, and Gan Yuan becomes suspicious of Li Tianming's true identity and intentions.

Character Developments

• Li Tianming demonstrates caution and intelligence by setting up a Dao formation to prevent eavesdropping.
• Gan Yuan reveals his shrewd and manipulative nature, using his knowledge of the city's operations to his advantage.
• Li Tianming shows determination and resourcefulness in pursuing his goal of leaving Beacon Ruins.

Significant Themes

• The theme of manipulation and deception is evident in Gan Yuan's behavior, as he attempts to exploit Li Tianming's desperation.
• The theme of the disparity between the rich and the poor is highlighted by the vastly different prices Gan Yuan quotes for different customers.

Character Interactions

• Li Tianming and Gan Yuan engage in a tense negotiation, with Gan Yuan initially attempting to exploit Li Tianming's desperation and lack of information.
• Li Tianming's determination and Little Nine's presence give him the confidence to stand up to Gan Yuan's manipulation.
• Aurora and Silver Dust observe the interaction, with Aurora expressing surprise at Gan Yuan's high demand and Silver Dust feeling displeased at missing information.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Tianming meets Gan Yuan, an underground trader, to arrange a trip to Heavenly Treasury Province.
• Li Tianming pays a 20% deposit of 20,000 Superstar Dao Crystals for the journey.
• Gan Yuan gives Li Tianming a communication star tower to await further instructions.

Character Developments

• Li Tianming maintains his facade of recklessness and wealth, despite knowing Gan Yuan's true intentions.
• Gan Yuan sees Li Tianming as easy prey due to his wealth and lack of apparent backing.

Significant Themes

• Trust and deception in business transactions.
• The dangers of appearing wealthy in the cultivation world.

Character Interactions

• Li Tianming and Gan Yuan: Li Tianming plays the part of a reckless, wealthy youth, while Gan Yuan sees him as an easy target.
• Li Tianming and Li Chaoxi: Li Tianming informs Li Chaoxi of his temporary seclusion, and she warns him against causing trouble outside the war.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Tianming receives a message from Gan Yuan, arranging for his departure from Beacon Ruins via a cosmic warship docked at Dark Beacon Wharf.
• Li Tianming and his companions travel to Dark Beacon Wharf, a location in Beacon Ruins where the underground black market operates, allowing people to leave the city discreetly.

Character Developments

• Li Tianming remains cautious and calculated, prioritizing Little Nine's needs and ensuring their safety.
• Sui Shen Yao expresses concern about their safety and the reliability of their contact, Gan Yuan.
• Aurora demonstrates knowledge of the political dynamics within Beacon Ruins, explaining the balance between official dignitaries and the underground black market.

Significant Themes

• Safety and Caution: Li Tianming's primary concern is ensuring the safety of his companions and Little Nine, highlighting the importance of caution in their plans.
• Power Dynamics: The relationship between official dignitaries and the underground black market in Beacon Ruins showcases the complex power dynamics within the empire.
• Risk and Reward: The high price for leaving the city through the underground black market channel reflects the risk-reward balance that the characters face.

Character Interactions

• Li Tianming, Sui Shen Yao, and Aurora discuss their plans and the potential risks involved in leaving the city.
• Li Tianming reassures Sui Shen Yao about their safety, demonstrating his leadership and care for his companions.
• Aurora shares her knowledge of Beacon Ruins' political landscape, contributing to the group's understanding of their situation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Tianming reaches Dark Beacon Wharf, a gigantic, nearly pure black sphere.
• A black-armored man appears, demanding Li Tianming hand over the communication star tower and remaining Superstar Dao Crystals before allowing him to enter the cosmic starship.
• Li Tianming pays and enters Dark Beacon Wharf, finding it vast and dimly lit.

Character Developments

• Li Tianming demonstrates restraint and patience, choosing not to confront the black-armored man to ensure Little Nine's safe passage.
• Little Nine shows impulsiveness and anger when provoked, but Li Tianming successfully calms it down.

Significant Themes

• Patience and endurance for a greater goal.
• The power dynamic between Li Tianming and the black-armored man, highlighting Li Tianming's relative weakness.

Character Interactions

• Li Tianming and the black-armored man: Li Tianming shows deference to the black-armored man's strength, while the latter is cold and demanding.
• Li Tianming and Little Nine: Li Tianming calms Little Nine down, showing understanding and control over his companion.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Tianming enters Dark Beacon Wharf to leave Beacon Ruins.
• He finds various races waiting to leave, all concealing their appearances.
• Black-armored figures, belonging to a third-ranked underground 'chaos organization', are present, one for each passenger.
• Li Tianming uses Silver Dust to gather information from whispered conversations.

Character Developments

• Li Tianming remains composed and unruffled despite the attention and strength of those present.
• Aurora analyzes the black-armored figures' organization and potential threats.

Significant Themes

• The vastness and diversity of the universe.
• The necessity of caution and preparation when dealing with unknown entities (black-armored figures).
• The importance of gathering information and intelligence.

Character Interactions

• Li Tianming, Aurora, and Silver Dust communicate silently, gathering information.
• Sui Shen Yao expresses concern about the black-armored figures' potential threats to their plan.
• Aurora reassures Sui Shen Yao about the black-armored figures' reputation in transporting people out of the city.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• A mysterious woman in white armor, known as "Sister Nightmare," arrives at Dark Beacon Wharf, accompanied by elite black-armored figures.
• She intimidates the gathered passengers and warns them against causing trouble during the journey.
• A colossal light-year-class cosmic warship, shaped like a black greatsword, descends upon the wharf, and the passengers board it.

Character Developments

• Li Tianming and Aurora are impressed by Sister Nightmare's strength and authority.
• The black-armored figures show deference to Sister Nightmare, indicating her high status within their organization.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and intimidation: Sister Nightmare's strength and authority keep the passengers in line.
• The dangers of the underground black market: Passengers must tread carefully to avoid trouble.

Character Interactions

• Sister Nightmare interacts with the black-armored figures, displaying her dominance and earning their respect.
• Li Tianming and Aurora discuss Sister Nightmare's strength and the cosmic warship, revealing their admiration for such power.
• The passengers remain silent and obedient in the face of Sister Nightmare's warning, showing their desire to reach their destination safely.