Ch. 1221Appearing in Southern Border
Key Plot Points and Events
- Fang Yuan and the Qiao Family's Supreme Grand Elder discuss the need for a firm and influential candidate to face Wu Yong's potential resistance during Fang Yuan's formal recognition.
- At Wu Du Xiu's funeral, Wu Yihai (Fang Yuan) appears to pay respects, with Wu Qiao, the Third Supreme Elder, presiding over the formal recognition process using a Rank 7 Blood Dao immortal Gu, Bloodline.
- Fang Yuan successfully passes the verification, and Wu Yong agrees to his formal recognition, marking his entry into the Southern Border Gu Immortal world as Wu Yihai.
- After the funeral, Fang Yuan interacts with Wu Family Gu Immortals and gains valuable insights. He is later assigned to live on Bear Mountain.
- Wu Yong summons Fang Yuan and offers him a chance to select a Rank 6 or 7 Immortal Gu from the Wu Family's treasury.
Character Developments
- Fang Yuan: Successfully infiltrates the Wu Family, gains formal recognition, and receives a high status. He remains calm and composed throughout the process, demonstrating his cunning and adaptability.
- Wu Yong: Realizes the inevitability of Fang Yuan's formal recognition and allows it to proceed, displaying his political acumen and willingness to retreat strategically.
- Wu Qiao: Acts as the Third Supreme Elder, presiding over Fang Yuan's formal recognition. His true stance remains ambiguous, leaving room for interpretation.
Significant Themes
- Ambition and Power: Characters strive for influence and control within the Wu Family, reflecting the cutthroat nature of Gu Immortal politics.
- Identity and Belonging: Fang Yuan's formal recognition highlights the importance of identity and family ties in the Gu Immortal world.
- Adaptability: Characters must adapt to changing circumstances, as seen in Wu Yong's acceptance of Fang Yuan's formal recognition.
Character Interactions
- Fang Yuan and the Qiao Family's Supreme Grand Elder: They discuss the need for a strong candidate to face Wu Yong, showcasing their alliance and mutual benefit.
- Wu Yong and Fang Yuan: Wu Yong summons Fang Yuan and offers him an Immortal Gu, demonstrating a willingness to coexist despite their underlying tensions.
- Wu Qiao and Fang Yuan: Wu Qiao presides over Fang Yuan's formal recognition, maintaining an ambiguous stance that could be interpreted as either supporting or opposing Fang Yuan.