Chapter Summaries

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• A white-robed monk disrupts a wedding ceremony, accusing the bride and groom of being demons.
• The monk reveals that the bride is the same person as a corpse he found underwater.
• The monk and the demons engage in a fierce physical battle.
• The demons detonate their cores, transforming into their original forms, and chase after the monk.
• Li Chu, who has been watching the fight, draws his sword to confront the demons.

Character Developments

• The monk, initially portrayed as arrogant and overbearing, reveals a protective side when he tries to shield Li Chu from the demons.
• Li Chu demonstrates his calm and collected demeanor in the face of danger, showing no fear of the demons.

Significant Themes

• The theme of transformation and true identity is explored through the demons taking human form and the monk revealing his warrior monk lineage.
• The theme of power and its consequences is shown through the demons' decision to detonate their cores and the monk's initial intention to scare them away.

Character Interactions

• The monk and the demons engage in a intense battle, showcasing their strength and determination.
• Li Chu and the monk have a brief interaction when the monk tries to shield Li Chu from the demons.
• The demons, as a couple, display a level of understanding and concern for each other.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shen Mu, a warrior monk from Shuangfei Temple, encounters Li Chu and is astonished by his powerful sword strike.
• Li Chu discovers two iron tablets after defeating the Demon Foxes, which he later learns are related to the Strange Demon Sect.
• Li Chu returns to Virtuous Cloud Temple and learns about the Strange Demon Sect from his Master, Yu Qi'an.
• Li Chu receives a blood letter from Wang Longqi, pleading for help.

Character Developments

• Shen Mu begins to question his self-proclaimed skill as a fighter after encountering Li Chu's powerful swordsmanship.
• Li Chu demonstrates his prowess and gains more understanding about the world's threats, such as the Strange Demon Sect.

Significant Themes

• The power of the Chunyang Sword and Li Chu's abilities.
• The threat posed by the Strange Demon Sect and their infiltration methods.
• The struggle between the human world and demonic forces.

Character Interactions

• Li Chu and Shen Mu: Li Chu's sword strike leaves Shen Mu in awe and questioning his own abilities.
• Li Chu and Yu Qi'an: Master and disciple discuss the Strange Demon Sect and its methods, as well as Magic Treasures that can see through demon transformations.
• Li Chu and Wang Longqi: Although not present, Wang Longqi's blood letter hints at his current predicament and his need for Li Chu's help.

• Key Plot Points and Events: None; this chapter is an author's note.
• Character Developments: N/A

Significant Themes

• Gratitude towards readers for the book's success.
• Author's writing process, habits, and challenges (slow updates, revision process).
• Commitment to improving plot arrangement and writing skills.
• Importance of reader satisfaction over quantity of updates.
• Character Interactions: N/A (author's note, no character interactions)

Brief Reference

• Author expresses gratitude for the book's successful launch.
• Acknowledges slow updates due to lack of outline, inexperience, and personal habits.
• Commits to improving plot arrangement and writing skills while maintaining reader satisfaction.
• Plans to maintain the current update schedule and gradually make up for any missed chapters.

Plot Points and Events

• Li Chu and Little Yue'er take a boat ride to Hangzhou Prefecture.
• They meet Qin Shuangbai and Yu Qing, who join them on the boat due to rain.
• Li Chu and Little Yue'er visit Zhengqi Academy to meet Wang Longqi, who is being haunted by a monster.

Character Developments

• Li Chu remains calm and composed, helping others without hesitation.
• Little Yue'er shows concern for others' feelings but lacks tact in her words.
• Qin Shuangbai appears to be a refined and sorrowful woman, but her true nature is unclear.
• Wang Longqi is desperate for help due to the haunting in Zhengqi Academy.

Significant Themes

• Kindness and compassion towards others.
• The contrast between the peaceful world and the hidden dangers.
• The power dynamics between humans and supernatural beings.

Character Interactions

• Li Chu and Little Yue'er have a sibling-like relationship, with Li Chu treating her with care and patience.
• Li Chu and Qin Shuangbai have a polite and respectful interaction, with Li Chu showing concern for her well-being.
• Wang Longqi and Li Chu's friendship is shown to be strong, with Wang Longqi seeking Li Chu's help without hesitation.

Plot Points and Events

• Wang Longqi reveals that every year, the last-ranked student in Zhengqi Academy dies under mysterious circumstances.
• He believes he is this year's target due to his poor performance in the entrance exam.
• He shares several near-death incidents he experienced since entering the academy, suggesting a curse or bad luck.

Character Developments

• Wang Longqi: He is terrified and desperate, seeking Li Chu's help. His fear has pushed him to the brink of mental collapse.
• Li Chu: He remains calm and composed, showing concern for Wang Longqi's plight but not revealing his own anxiety.

Significant Themes

• Pressure and Burden: The intense pressure and expectations at Zhengqi Academy are highlighted, leading to tragic consequences.
• Moral Compromise: The academy's decision to choose a 'sacrificial lamb' each year to protect the truly talented students raises ethical questions.

Character Interactions

• Li Chu and Wang Longqi: Li Chu listens attentively to Wang Longqi's account, trying to understand the situation and offer help. Wang Longqi, terrified and desperate, finds solace in Li Chu's calm demeanor.
• Wang Longqi and Zhengqi Academy: Wang Longqi feels betrayed and targeted by the academy, leading to his fear and desperation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wang Longqi reveals that Zhengqi Academy chooses a scapegoat to die in place of the actual last-ranked student to appease the disaster.
• Li Chu discovers that Wang Longqi has no fortune, which is why he's chosen as the scapegoat.
• Li Chu decides to fetch his umbrella and take a walk to clear his mind, planning to return to the temple the next day.

Character Developments

• Wang Longqi: He's accepted his fate but hopes Li Chu can save him. He's more open about his feelings.
• Li Chu: He's concerned about Wang Longqi's situation and his own emotional numbness. He's considering asking Master for help.

Significant Themes

• The value of life and the consequences of interfering with natural order.
• The loss of emotion and humanity in Li Chu.
• The theme of fate and destiny, with Wang Longqi's acceptance of his role as the scapegoat.

Character Interactions

• Li Chu and Wang Longqi: They have a long conversation about Wang Longqi's situation and the academy's secret. Li Chu decides to help Wang Longqi.
• Li Chu and Qin Shuangbai: Though they don't interact in this chapter, Li Chu's arrival at Weeping Willow Alley is mentioned, where Qin Shuangbai is staying.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Chu visits Qin Shuangbai's home to retrieve the umbrella.
• He meets Qin Shuangbai's family, who ask him about his background and if he can exorcise an evil spirit in their home.
• Li Chu agrees to exorcise the spirit the next night.

Character Developments

• Li Chu: Shows humility and willingness to help, maintains his calm demeanor despite the unusual situation.
• Qin Shuangbai: Displays a more casual and youthful side at home, shows concern for Li Chu's safety.
• Old Man Qin, Chen Wu, Chen Wen: Reveal their interest in Li Chu's background and abilities, hoping he can exorcise the spirit in their home.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics between cultivators and common folk.
• The importance of reputation and trust in Li Chu's line of work.

Character Interactions

• Li Chu and Qin Shuangbai: Their interaction is polite and respectful, with Qin Shuangbai showing interest in Li Chu's appearance.
• Li Chu and Qin Family: Li Chu is questioned extensively by the Qin family, who are interested in his background and abilities.
• Qin Family: They discuss Li Chu's appearance and abilities among themselves after he leaves, revealing their hopes for him to exorcise the spirit.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Chu returns to Ten Li Slope after dealing with the Qin family's ghost issue.
• He seeks his master's help regarding Wang Longqi's impending doom.
• Master reveals that Wang Longqi's predicament is due to an Evil Spirit Curse.

Character Developments

• Li Chu shows concern and determination to help Wang Longqi.
• Master Yu Qi'an demonstrates his vast knowledge and experience in dealing with unusual phenomena.

Significant Themes

• The theme of fate and fortune is explored, with the Evil Spirit targeting the weakest fortune to avoid righteous qi.
• The power dynamics between cultivators and evil entities are highlighted, with the Evil Spirit fearing righteous qi.

Character Interactions

• Li Chu and his master have a serious discussion about Wang Longqi's situation.
• The Fox Girl expresses delight at Li Chu's return but doesn't pry into the serious matter at hand.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Chu understands that he should replace Wang Longqi as the last-place student to transfer the Witch Curse onto himself, using the Seven-Colored Koi's vast fortune to counter the Evil Spirit's fortune-sucking ability.
• Yu Qi'an reveals that he cannot guarantee Yue'er's safety if she directly faces the Witch Curse, so Li Chu is the intermediary.
• Li Chu and Wang Longqi visit Teacher Qingzhu to request a special entrance examination for Li Chu to become the last-place student. She initially refuses but changes her mind after reading a letter from Li Chu's master.

Character Developments

• Li Chu: Shows understanding and acceptance of his role in countering the Witch Curse, demonstrating his courage and responsibility.
• Yu Qi'an: Reveals his concern for Yue'er's safety and his expertise in dealing with the Witch Curse.
• Wang Longqi: Shows nervousness and concern for Li Chu's safety, indicating his growth in character.
• Teacher Qingzhu: Initially cold and aloof, she softens after reading the letter from Li Chu's master, revealing a personal connection and a hidden emotional side.

Significant Themes

• Responsibility: Li Chu accepts the burden of facing the Witch Curse to save Wang Longqi and Zhengqi Academy.
• Fortune and Wealth: The Evil Spirit's ability to suck fortune and the Seven-Colored Koi's vast fortune are central to the plot.
• Personal Connections: The letter from Li Chu's master reveals a personal connection between Teacher Qingzhu and his master, influencing her decision.

Character Interactions

• Li Chu and Yu Qi'an: Master and disciple discuss the plan to counter the Witch Curse, showing trust and understanding between them.
• Li Chu and Wang Longqi: They work together to convince Teacher Qingzhu, showing a growing bond between them.
• Teacher Qingzhu and Li Chu: Initially cold and dismissive, Teacher Qingzhu's attitude changes after reading the letter, leading to a more personal interaction with Li Chu.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Chu, after becoming a Dynastic Scholar, returns to help the Qin family with their ghost problem.
• He discovers multiple ghosts in the Qin family courtyard, ranging from weak to strong, and eliminates them using his Sunflower Acupoint-Sealing Hand.
• The Qin family watches Li Chu's actions remotely using a smoke-screen divination technique.

Character Developments

• Li Chu demonstrates his prowess and confidence in dealing with ghosts, showing growth from his earlier timid self.
• Qin Shuangbai shows concern for Li Chu's safety and has faith in his abilities.
• Old Man Qin, the patriarch of the Qin family, is revealed to be a skilled seal master.

Significant Themes

• Resilience: The Qin family's lives are filled with hardships, reflected in their courtyard housing multiple ghosts.
• Growth: Li Chu's development as a cultivator is evident in his ability to handle ghosts with ease.
• Trust: Qin Shuangbai's faith in Li Chu's capabilities highlights the theme of trust in relationships.

Character Interactions

• Li Chu and Qin Shuangbai: Their interaction is brief but shows a growing familiarity and mutual respect.
• The Qin family: They work together to observe Li Chu's actions remotely, showing unity and support for each other.
• Li Chu and the ghosts: Li Chu demonstrates his power and efficiency in dealing with the ghosts, showing his growth as a cultivator.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Chu encounters a bloodthirsty Evil Ghost and a Water Ghost in the Qin family's residence.
• Li Chu effortlessly defeats both ghosts using his immortal arts and the Chunyang Sword.
• No more ghosts appear, and the nearby houses remain undamaged.

Character Developments

• Li Chu demonstrates his powerful cultivation and immortal arts, impressing the Qin family and their guests.
• The Water Ghost, despite being a powerful Ghost General, is killed easily by Li Chu, highlighting the latter's strength.

Significant Themes

• The power of cultivation and immortal arts is showcased, emphasizing Li Chu's extraordinary abilities.
• The Qin family's mysterious background is hinted at, as they seem to be expecting or even inviting such ghostly encounters.

Character Interactions

• The Qin family members, including Old Man Qin, Qin Shuangbai, Yu Qing, and two other guests, watch Li Chu's battle from afar.
• They discuss Li Chu's cultivation level, with Old Man Qin comparing it to his own, suggesting Li Chu's cultivation is not beneath his.
• Li Chu, after defeating the Water Ghost, leaves the Qin residence without further incident.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Chu is summoned to Huai Garden by the Mountain Chief, where he meets Mr. Huai, believed to be Huai Zu.
• Mr. Huai warns Li Chu about the danger of the Evil Spirit's Witch Curse.
• The Evil Spirit appears and attacks, breaking through Huai Garden's restrictions.
• Mr. Huai uses his power to fight the Evil Spirit, withering the ancient pagoda tree and weakening himself.
• Li Chu decides to face the Evil Spirit instead of Mr. Huai.

Character Developments

• Li Chu: Shows concern for Mr. Huai's well-being and decides to protect him by facing the Evil Spirit.
• Mr. Huai: Reveals his power and willingness to sacrifice himself for Zhengqi Academy.

Significant Themes

• The power of witchcraft and its consequences.
• The willingness to sacrifice for a greater cause.
• The struggle between good and evil.

Character Interactions

• Li Chu and Mr. Huai: Li Chu shows respect and concern for Mr. Huai, while Mr. Huai sees Li Chu as a worthy successor to protect.
• The Evil Spirit and Li Chu/Mr. Huai: The Evil Spirit sees Li Chu as a threat and Mr. Huai as a weak opponent, while Li Chu and Mr. Huai work together to protect each other.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Chu kills the Evil Spirit in Zhengqi Academy, causing a massive energy fluctuation that attracts attention across Hangzhou Prefecture.
• The Evil Spirit's true form is revealed to be a platinum-colored spirit, which survives Li Chu's attack and vows revenge.
• Wang Longqi decides to return to Yuhang Town with Li Chu in a couple of days, seeking his help for a friend's family haunted by an Evil Spirit.

Character Developments

• Li Chu demonstrates his immense power, causing shock and awe among those who witness his sword strike.
• Wang Longqi decides to leave Zhengqi Academy, showing disillusionment with his academic pursuits.
• The Evil Spirit, though weakened, remains determined to seek revenge on Li Chu and become an Evil God.

Significant Themes

• The consequences of using immense power, as seen in Li Chu's sword strike that causes a massive energy fluctuation.
• The resilience of evil, as the Evil Spirit survives Li Chu's attack and remains determined to seek revenge.
• The disillusionment of youth, as Wang Longqi decides to leave Zhengqi Academy.

Character Interactions

• Li Chu and Mr. Huai interact, with Mr. Huai expressing shock and awe at Li Chu's power.
• Wang Longqi and Li Chu discuss their plans to return to Yuhang Town, with Wang Longqi seeking Li Chu's help for his friend's family.
• The Evil Spirit interacts with its believer, demanding more fortune and promising power in return.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Cheng Shuqi, a classmate of Li Chu, invites him to his home to exorcise his possessed father.
• Li Chu, accompanied by Cheng Shuqi, Little Koi, and Wang Longqi, arrives at the Cheng residence.
• Cheng Shuqi's half-brothers, Cheng Boqi and Cheng Zhongqi, are hostile towards him and disrespectful to Li Chu.
• Cheng Boqi invites Zhao Liangchen, a disciple of Flying Crane Sect, to exorcise their father.
• Zhao Liangchen sees Li Chu and immediately leaves, exclaiming "Fuck!"

Character Developments

• Cheng Shuqi: Shows filial piety and concern for his father's well-being, despite his half-brothers' mistreatment.
• Cheng Boqi and Cheng Zhongqi: Display their arrogance, disrespect, and hostility towards Cheng Shuqi and Li Chu.
• Zhao Liangchen: Reveals his shock and disdain upon seeing Li Chu, indicating a past encounter or knowledge of Li Chu's reputation.

Significant Themes

• Filial piety vs. sibling rivalry: Cheng Shuqi's concern for his father contrasts with his half-brothers' disrespect and mistreatment.
• Respect for expertise: Cheng Boqi's eagerness to invite a powerful exorcist highlights the importance of skill and reputation in Hangzhou's cultivation world.
• Past encounters and reputations: Zhao Liangchen's reaction to Li Chu suggests a history between them, possibly involving Li Chu's past deeds.

Character Interactions

• Cheng Shuqi and his family: Cheng Shuqi's interactions with his family reveal the tension between him and his half-brothers, as well as the concern and support from his mother and the First Wife.
• Li Chu and Cheng Boqi/Cheng Zhongqi: Li Chu remains calm and indifferent to the brothers' disrespect, while Wang Longqi teases them, escalating the tension.
• Zhao Liangchen and Li Chu: Zhao Liangchen's immediate reaction to Li Chu indicates a past encounter or knowledge of Li Chu's reputation, leading to his abrupt departure.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhao Liangchen, after meeting Li Chu, begins having nightmares about his past life's reincarnation, where he could only choose one of two signs: "handsome" or "good at fighting," but another person took both, leaving Zhao Liangchen with none.
• Zhao Liangchen, feeling inferior to Li Chu, decides to leave the Cheng family's residence but returns after considering his reputation.
• Cheng Zhongqi invites Monk Shen Mu, the strongest Martial Monk of this generation from Shuangfei Temple, to deal with the Evil Spirit and drive away Li Chu and Zhao Liangchen.
• Monk Shen Mu, upon seeing Li Chu, kneels down and asks to be his disciple, surprising everyone.

Character Developments

• Zhao Liangchen realizes his inferiority to Li Chu and decides to focus on cultivating his Dao Heart instead of physical prowess.
• Li Chu remains modest about his abilities.
• Monk Shen Mu, despite his initial heroic demeanor, kneels and asks Li Chu to be his master, showing humility and respect.

Significant Themes

• The theme of inferiority and inadequacy, as Zhao Liangchen feels in comparison to Li Chu.
• The theme of humility and respect, as demonstrated by Monk Shen Mu's actions.
• The theme of reputation and face, as Zhao Liangchen considers his standing in Hangzhou Prefecture.

Character Interactions

• Zhao Liangchen and Li Chu maintain polite interactions, with Zhao Liangchen acknowledging Li Chu's superiority.
• Cheng Zhongqi and Monk Shen Mu discuss their plan to drive away Li Chu and Zhao Liangchen.
• Monk Shen Mu's unexpected behavior towards Li Chu surprises everyone present.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Monk Shen Mu, known for his wise eyes and martial prowess, meets Li Chu and is impressed by his swordsmanship.
• Monk Shen Mu seeks to learn Li Chu's cultivation methods to enhance his fighting abilities.
• Li Chu agrees to exchange cultivation methods with Monk Shen Mu, one for one, without taking him as a disciple.

Character Developments

• Monk Shen Mu: Realizes the limitations of his current cultivation and seeks to learn from Li Chu.
• Li Chu: Shows interest in learning Buddhist cultivation methods for comparative experiments.

Significant Themes

• The pursuit of power and knowledge to uphold justice.
• The value of different cultivation methods and their exchange.

Character Interactions

• Li Chu and Monk Shen Mu: They agree to an equivalent exchange of cultivation methods, each seeing profit in the deal.
• Zhao Liangchen: Secretly desires Li Chu's cultivation methods but hesitates to kneel and ask.
• Cheng Family: Witnesses the transaction and feels both joy and disillusionment.

Summary

Plot Points & Events

• Master Cheng, the patriarch of the Cheng family, has been possessed by numerous Yin Souls, causing him to behave erratically.
• Li Chu and his companions arrive to help, with Monk Shen Mu successfully driving out the possessing spirits.
• Li Chu discovers that Master Cheng is under a Witch Curse that suppresses his Yang Energy, making him vulnerable to possession.
• Zhao Liangchen makes three Yang Fire Talismans to protect Master Cheng, successfully reviving him.
• Li Chu learns that Master Cheng was cursed through a letter, which he examines to understand the curse's origin.

Character Developments

• Zhao Liangchen finds pride and satisfaction in his ability to make talismans, which Li Chu cannot do.
• Master Cheng regains consciousness but is weakened and confused.
• Li Chu shows professional dedication in understanding the cause and course of the Witch Curse.

Significant Themes

• The power of talisman-making and its importance in cultivation.
• The vulnerability of mortals to supernatural influences and the protection offered by Yang Energy.
• The temptation and pride that can come from possessing skills that others do not.

Character Interactions

• Li Chu and Zhao Liangchen's dynamic changes as Zhao Liangchen finds pride in his talisman-making skill.
• Li Chu and Monk Shen Mu work together to help Master Cheng, with Monk Shen Mu driving out the possessing spirits and Li Chu examining the curse.
• Li Chu and Master Cheng interact as Li Chu seeks to understand the cause of the Witch Curse.

Plot Points and Events

• Children have been going missing in various counties under Hangzhou Prefecture, with similar abduction methods.
• Old Master Cheng suspects cultivators are involved and asks for help from Facing Heaven Pavilion.
• Li Chu, Zhao Liangchen, and Monk Shen Mu decide to investigate in Ping'an Town.
• They plan to use little ghosts as bait to lure the abductors.

Character Developments

• Old Master Cheng: Shows concern for the missing children and determination to solve the case.
• Li Chu: Demonstrates compassion for the missing children and strategic thinking in planning the investigation.
• Zhao Liangchen: Reveals his vanity and lack of combat experience, but also his resourcefulness in using little ghosts as bait.
• Monk Shen Mu: Shows impulsiveness and lack of strategic thinking, but also his powerful Spiritual Sense.

Significant Themes

• The evil of abducting and selling children.
• The danger and unpredictability of Demon Sect cultivators.
• The importance of strategic planning and resourcefulness in investigations.

Character Interactions

• Li Chu, Zhao Liangchen, and Monk Shen Mu work together to plan their investigation, each contributing their unique strengths.
• Li Chu's calm and strategic thinking contrasts with Monk Shen Mu's impulsiveness and Zhao Liangchen's vanity.
• The little ghosts are used as a tool for investigation, highlighting the cultivators' use of their powers for good.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Chu and the others decide to use Little Girl as bait to lure out the Demon Sect's child thief.
• Ten Thousand Miles Flying Sand, the Demon Sect's fastest cultivator, is lured out and chased by Li Chu.
• Ten Thousand Miles Flying Sand uses a clone technique to escape, but Li Chu uses his Mind's Eye Art to freeze the real body.

Character Developments

• Li Chu demonstrates his powerful and unique cultivation techniques, such as Inch-by-Inch Earth-Shrinking and Freeze.
• Ten Thousand Miles Flying Sand shows his running technique and clone technique, but ultimately can't escape Li Chu.

Significant Themes

• The power of unique cultivation techniques and their importance in battle.
• The theme of perseverance and never giving up, as shown by Ten Thousand Miles Flying Sand's running technique despite his past struggles.

Character Interactions

• Li Chu and Ten Thousand Miles Flying Sand have a high-speed chase, showcasing their respective techniques and power.
• Little Girl interacts with Zhao Liangchen and Shen Mu, showing her intelligence and quick wit.
• Ten Thousand Miles Flying Sand's past experiences are briefly mentioned, highlighting his resilience and determination.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ten Thousand Miles Flying Sand reveals he's a mole from the Crescent Moon Sect, sent to gather Cultivation Seeds (children).
• The children are found in a hunting ground owned by Prince of Jiangnan, Ji Baxiao.
• Li Chu, Zhao Liangchen, and Shen Mu the Monk infiltrate the hunting ground to rescue the children.
• They encounter Gui Lianxie, a high-ranking member of the Crescent Moon Sect, who is killed by Ten Thousand Miles Flying Sand.

Character Developments

• Ten Thousand Miles Flying Sand: Reveals his true allegiance, plays a crucial role in defeating Gui Lianxie, and decides to atone for his crimes by helping the heroes.
• Li Chu: Demonstrates his immense power by withstanding Gui Lianxie's strongest attack and destroying his Magical Artifact with a single strike.
• Gui Lianxie: Dies after underestimating Li Chu's power and being stabbed in the back by Ten Thousand Miles Flying Sand.

Significant Themes

• Betrayal and redemption: Ten Thousand Miles Flying Sand's decision to become a mole and help the heroes shows that even those who have done wrong can redeem themselves.
• Power dynamics: The encounter between Li Chu and Gui Lianxie highlights the imbalance of power between them, with Li Chu's strength far surpassing his opponent's.

Character Interactions

• Li Chu, Zhao Liangchen, and Shen Mu the Monk work together to infiltrate the hunting ground and rescue the children.
• Ten Thousand Miles Flying Sand interacts with Gui Lianxie, ultimately betraying him and killing him to atone for his crimes.
• Li Chu and Gui Lianxie have a brief, one-sided battle, with Li Chu emerging victorious.