Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Xuan, a Dongxuan-level cultivator, seizes a nine-headed, eighteen-armed statue at an auction in Yuanwu City, killing four Demon-Transformed cultivators in the process.
• Half a year later, in Yue State, a conflict between cultivators and Demon-Transformed erupts, with the Heavenly Corpse Sect bearing the brunt of the attacks.
• Lin Xuan, staying in the Huiyin Mountain Range, senses a Nascent Soul cultivator from the Heavenly Corpse Sect being pursued by three Demon-Transformed brothers.

Character Developments

• Lin Xuan: Remains calm and detached from the conflict between cultivators and Demon-Transformed, focusing on his own goals. He is patient and strategic, waiting for the right opportunity to act.
• Zhong Brothers: Three Demon-Transformed cultivators who are pursuing a Nascent Soul cultivator from the Heavenly Corpse Sect. Their relationship is hinted at, but their individual personalities are not explored in this chapter.

Significant Themes

• Power Dynamics: The relationship between cultivators and Demon-Transformed is one of power imbalance, with cultivators generally holding the upper hand. However, when Demon-Transformed unite, they can pose a significant threat, as seen in the conflict with the Heavenly Corpse Sect.
• Opportunism: Lin Xuan's character is defined by his opportunistic nature. He is willing to wait for the right moment to act, showing patience and strategic thinking.
• Conflict and Conspiracy: The sudden conflict between cultivators and Demon-Transformed is hinted at being part of a larger conspiracy, possibly involving Ancient Demons and Yinhun ghosts.

Character Interactions

• Lin Xuan interacts indirectly with the conflict between cultivators and Demon-Transformed, observing from afar without involvement.
• The Nascent Soul cultivator from the Heavenly Corpse Sect and the Zhong Brothers interact through pursuit and threat, with the old man trying to intimidate his pursuers despite his clear fear.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Xuan encounters a cultivator, Zhang Delei, being attacked by three Demon-Transformed brothers (Zhong Brothers).
• Lin Xuan saves Zhang Delei and kills the Zhong Brothers.
• Lin Xuan learns about the Heavenly Corpse Sect's Ten Thousand Treasures Assembly from Zhang Delei.

Character Developments

• Lin Xuan demonstrates his power and saves Zhang Delei, gaining an ally within the Heavenly Corpse Sect.
• The Zhong Brothers show their unity and strength in battle but are ultimately no match for Lin Xuan.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics between cultivators and Demon-Transformed.
• The importance of alliances and connections within the cultivation world.

Character Interactions

• Lin Xuan and Zhang Delei: Lin Xuan saves Zhang Delei, and they form an alliance. Zhang Delei agrees to help Lin Xuan enter the Heavenly Corpse Sect's main altar.
• The Zhong Brothers: They fight together against Zhang Delei but are ultimately defeated by Lin Xuan.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Xuan and the old man from the Heavenly Corpse Sect reach the sect's headquarters, which is protected by a vast Corpse Qi Swamp and a powerful Sect Protection Array.
• Lin Xuan stays in the Post House for three days, observing the preparations for the Ten Thousand Treasures Assembly.
• He receives an invitation to attend the assembly in the Ascension Hall, a massive building suspended in midair, surrounded by floating stone coffins.

Character Developments

• Lin Xuan maintains his calm and collected demeanor, skillfully gathering information about the Heavenly Corpse Sect during his journey.
• The old man from the Heavenly Corpse Sect is respectful and accommodating towards Lin Xuan, highlighting the sect's hospitality towards Lihe Realm cultivators.

Significant Themes

• The power and prestige of the Heavenly Corpse Sect are evident in their headquarters' defenses and the scale of the Ten Thousand Treasures Assembly.
• The tension between Mortals and cultivators is reflected in the ban on Demon-Transformed participating in the assembly.

Character Interactions

• Lin Xuan and the old man from the Heavenly Corpse Sect have minimal interaction, with the old man mainly serving as a guide and information provider.
• Lin Xuan observes other cultivators preparing for the assembly, demonstrating his ability to blend in and gather information discreetly.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Xuan discovers a mysterious Flying Sky Coffin guarded by the Heavenly Corpse Sect.
• He enters the Ascension Hall, where the Ten Thousand Treasures Assembly is held, and learns about the ordinary and high-level assemblies.
• Lin Xuan chooses to participate in the high-level assembly, presenting the Cold Ice Halberd as his treasure for auction.
• He encounters heavy security and strict inspections upon entering the assembly.

Character Developments

• Lin Xuan shows curiosity and caution regarding the Flying Sky Coffin and the Heavenly Corpse Sect's security measures.
• He demonstrates adaptability and resourcefulness in handling the situation, using the Cold Ice Halberd to gain entry to the high-level assembly.

Significant Themes

• The theme of security and secrecy is emphasized, with the Heavenly Corpse Sect guarding their treasures and assembly with great vigilance.
• The importance of treasures and resources is highlighted, as participants must present a valuable item to enter the high-level assembly.

Character Interactions

• Lin Xuan interacts with Heavenly Corpse Sect disciples, including an Armored Soldier and a Thin Old Man, who inspect his treasure and grant him entry to the assembly.
• He also observes the confrontation between Heavenly Corpse Sect cultivators and Demon-Transformed intruders, demonstrating the enmity between the two groups.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Xuan attends the Heavenly Corpse Sect's Ten Thousand Treasures Assembly, finding it lavish with over a hundred cultivators, mostly at Dongxuan Realm.
• Old Devil Gu, a Spirit Division cultivator, arrives, surprising everyone.
• Old Devil Gu announces the assembly's start and presents a Zombie Talisman, refined from a Silver-Winged Corpse King's corpse qi, with one-third the strength of an early-stage Spirit Division cultivator.

Character Developments

• Lin Xuan: Maintains composure despite encountering a Spirit Division cultivator, plans to observe before acting.
• Old Devil Gu: Shows off his power and status by presenting a high-grade Zombie Talisman.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and respect for strength in the immortal cultivation world.
• The Heavenly Corpse Sect's wealth and influence, showcased through the assembly's lavishness and Old Devil Gu's presence.

Character Interactions

• The Heavenly Corpse Sect's disciples and outside cultivators show respect to Old Devil Gu.
• Lin Xuan internally reassesses his plans due to Old Devil Gu's arrival.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ancient Old Devil offers a Zombie Talisman, which grants one-third the strength of an early-stage Spirit Division cultivator for half an incense stick, in exchange for a small bottle of Nine Netherworlds Heavenly Water.
• A middle-stage Dongxuan Realm female cultivator offers two pieces of Black Obsidian Stone in exchange for the Zombie Talisman, which Ancient Old Devil accepts enthusiastically.
• Various cultivators present rare treasures and materials for exchange, including ancient immortal pills, a Heavenly Mystery Mansion, and a pure, untouched Ascended Cultivator with the Five Yin Absolute Pulse physique.

Character Developments

• Lin Xuan, a middle-stage Dongxuan Realm cultivator, is revealed to have two materials useful for himself.
• Ancient Old Devil is revealed to be at the peak of the early Spirit Division stage and keeps a Silver-Winged Corpse King.
• Fire Cloud The Venerable of Tianwu Mountain, a late-stage Dongxuan cultivator, offers a Heavenly Mystery Mansion and an untouched Ascended Cultivator for exchange.

Significant Themes

• The value and rarity of treasures and materials in the cultivation world.
• The power dynamics and hierarchies among cultivators of different realms.
• The importance of networking and exchanging resources among cultivators.

Character Interactions

• Lin Xuan interacts with the female cultivator who exchanges Black Obsidian Stone for the Zombie Talisman, but they do not engage in conversation.
• Ancient Old Devil interacts with Lin Xuan and the female cultivator, showing enthusiasm for the Black Obsidian Stone and offering generous terms for the exchange.
• Fire Cloud The Venerable of Tianwu Mountain interacts with the other cultivators, revealing his identity and offering his treasures for exchange.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The author, Phantom Rain, shares personal news about their baby's health issues on the second day of the Lunar New Year.
• The baby was recently discharged from the hospital but has started coughing again and requires another IV treatment.

Character Developments

• Phantom Rain: The author expresses their emotional turmoil, concern for their baby, and guilt for not being able to focus on writing updates due to the family emergency.

Significant Themes

• Family and responsibility: The author prioritizes their family's well-being over work, demonstrating their commitment and love.
• Adversity and resilience: The author faces another challenge with their baby's health, showing their determination to cope with the situation.

Character Interactions

• The author interacts with their wife, who is also distressed about their baby's health and regrets celebrating her birthday.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Xuan encounters Zheng Xuan, his former disciple's apprentice, at the Ten Thousand Treasures Assembly. She has been captured and is being sold as a Cauldron due to her rare Five Yin Absolute Pulse constitution.
• Zheng Xuan is auctioned off, with the base price set at ten million mid-grade Spirit Stones. Bidding reaches twenty million before Lin Xuan intervenes, bidding thirty million.
• Old Monster Gu, a Spirit Division-stage cultivator and Supreme Elder of the Heavenly Corpse Sect, also shows interest in Zheng Xuan, bidding forty million.

Character Developments

• Lin Xuan: Shows concern for Zheng Xuan's well-being, willing to spend a significant amount of Spirit Stones to save her, despite not being particularly close.
• Zheng Xuan: Displays joy upon hearing Lin Xuan's voice, then disappointment when she realizes he's using a disguise.
• Old Monster Gu: Reveals his interest in Zheng Xuan, willing to outbid others to secure her.

Significant Themes

• The value of rare constitutions in cultivation, leading to exploitation and enslavement.
• The power dynamics and unwritten rules of the cultivation world.
• The tension between personal connections and self-interest in the cultivation world.

Character Interactions

• Lin Xuan and Zheng Xuan: Lin Xuan's intervention shows his concern for Zheng Xuan, while Zheng Xuan's reaction reveals her past connection with Lin Xuan.
• Lin Xuan and Old Monster Gu: Their bidding war highlights the tension between Lin Xuan's desire to save Zheng Xuan and Old Monster Gu's interest in her constitution.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Xuan buys Zheng Xuan at an auction for fifty million mid-grade Spirit Stones, surprising everyone with his wealth and disregard for the potential consequences.
• Lin Xuan returns to his post house, opens restrictions, and uses a talisman to set up a protective barrier.
• He summons Zheng Xuan from the Heavenly Mystery Mansion and undoes her restriction using a powerful spell.
• Lin Xuan reveals that he and Yue'er (Fairy Ruyan) entered the Asura Gate together, but they've been separated since.

Character Developments

• Lin Xuan demonstrates his immense wealth and power, as well as his determination to protect Zheng Xuan.
• Zheng Xuan reveals her past, including discovering an ancient cultivator city in Yanzhou and encountering Old Monster Fire Cloud.
• Lin Xuan shows concern and loneliness when discussing Yue'er, hinting at their separation.

Significant Themes

• Wealth and Power: Lin Xuan's display of wealth and strength emphasizes his status as a powerful cultivator.
• Loyalty and Protectiveness: Lin Xuan's actions show his loyalty to Zheng Xuan and his desire to protect her.
• Separation and Reunion: The theme of being separated and reunited is highlighted through Lin Xuan and Zheng Xuan's meeting.

Character Interactions

• Lin Xuan and Zheng Xuan reunite, with Zheng Xuan expressing joy and disbelief, and Lin Xuan showing concern and determination to protect her.
• The cultivators at the auction react with astonishment and gloating at Lin Xuan's actions.
• Lin Xuan and Zheng Xuan share their past experiences, revealing more about their backgrounds and adventures.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zheng Xuan recounts her journey to the Spirit World and her capture by Fire Cloud Venerable.
• Lin Xuan learns about Zheng Xuan's experiences and the reason behind her capture.
• Old Devil Gu plans to have his disciples capture Lin Xuan and Zheng Xuan once they leave the Heavenly Corpse Sect's territory.

Character Developments

• Zheng Xuan: Despite her initial fortune in the Spirit World, she falls into Fire Cloud Venerable's hands and is held captive for years.
• Lin Xuan: He shows understanding and concern for Zheng Xuan's experiences, indicating his growing attachment to her.
• Old Devil Gu: He demonstrates his cunning and ruthlessness in planning to capture Lin Xuan and Zheng Xuan without directly confronting them at the Heavenly Corpse Sect.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics and ruthlessness of the immortal cultivation world.
• The importance of luck and opportunity in cultivation progress.
• The consequences of one's actions and the potential backlash.

Character Interactions

• Lin Xuan and Zheng Xuan: They share a moment of understanding and connection as Zheng Xuan recounts her past.
• Old Devil Gu and his disciples: They discuss and plan the capture of Lin Xuan and Zheng Xuan, highlighting their loyalty and fear of their master.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Xuan suspects Old Devil Gu's intentions and expects further trouble.
• The Ten Thousand Treasures Assembly ends, and Lin Xuan leaves using a Heavenly Corpse Sect's flying artifact.
• Unbeknownst to Lin Xuan, a Core Condensation Realm disciple marks him with a Soul-Marking Orb and sends a message using Message-Transmitting Incense.
• Three Dongxuan Realm cultivators from the Heavenly Corpse Sect track Lin Xuan using the Soul-Marking Orb.

Character Developments

• Lin Xuan remains cautious and vigilant, understanding the potential danger from Old Devil Gu.
• The Core Condensation Realm disciple shows cunning and ambition in marking Lin Xuan.
• The three Dongxuan Realm cultivators display loyalty and eagerness to please their superiors.

Significant Themes

• Caution and vigilance in the face of potential danger.
• Ambition and cunning in subordinates.
• Loyalty and obedience to superiors.

Character Interactions

• Lin Xuan interacts with the Core Condensation Realm disciple, unaware of the mark placed on him.
• The Core Condensation Realm disciple interacts with the three Dongxuan Realm cultivators, reporting Lin Xuan's location and seeking rewards.
• The three Dongxuan Realm cultivators interact, discussing their next course of action to track Lin Xuan.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Xuan escapes using a Random Teleportation Talisman, covering tens of thousands of li in an instant.
• His pursuers, three Dongxuan Realm cultivators of the Heavenly Corpse Sect, track him using a teleportation point.
• Lin Xuan senses their presence and, surprisingly, flies towards them instead of fleeing.

Character Developments

• Lin Xuan demonstrates his bravery and resourcefulness, facing his pursuers head-on.
• The Heavenly Corpse Sect cultivators show their ruthlessness and determination to capture Lin Xuan.

Significant Themes

• Pursuit and escape: The relentless pursuit by the Heavenly Corpse Sect cultivators and Lin Xuan's desperate flight highlight the theme of relentless pursuit.
• Bravery vs. foolhardiness: Lin Xuan's decision to face his pursuers raises questions about the wisdom of his actions.

Character Interactions

• Lin Xuan vs. Heavenly Corpse Sect cultivators: Tension builds as Lin Xuan confronts his pursuers, with the scholar cultivator initiating an attack with his bone sword.
• Heavenly Corpse Sect cultivators among themselves: They communicate telepathically, expressing surprise and wariness about Lin Xuan's actions.

Plot Points and Events

• Lin Xuan faces off against three Dongxuan Realm cultivators from the Heavenly Corpse Sect.
• Lin Xuan uses his spatial teleportation ability to evade and counterattack, destroying their Teleportation Array.
• The scholar-cultivator uses the Six-Word Evil Ghost Curse to summon a ghostly being from the Underworld Realm.

Character Developments

• Lin Xuan demonstrates his calm demeanor and strategic thinking under pressure.
• The scholar-cultivator reveals his ruthlessness and desperation, using a powerful curse to summon a ghostly being.

Significant Themes

• The power of ancient divine abilities and their potential dangers.
• The importance of adaptability and strategic thinking in combat.
• The ruthlessness and desperation of enemies when cornered.

Character Interactions

• Lin Xuan and the scholar-cultivator engage in a tense exchange, with Lin Xuan attempting to taunt and provoke his opponent.
• The three Heavenly Corpse Sect cultivators work together, but their carelessness allows Lin Xuan to gain the upper hand initially.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Xuan faces a middle-stage Dongxuan cultivator from the Heavenly Corpse Sect, who fuses with a Fierce Ghost using the Six-Word Evil Ghost Curse.
• Lin Xuan uses his Phoenix Transformation, entering a fully Demon-Transformed state for the first time in a battle.
• Lin Xuan lures his opponent away from the other two cultivators, aiming to defeat him before they can intervene.

Character Developments

• Lin Xuan: Demonstrates his strategic thinking and adaptability, using acting to lower his opponent's guard and create an opportunity to strike.
• Confucian-robed cultivator: Shows his strength and battle experience, but underestimates Lin Xuan's capabilities.

Significant Themes

• The importance of strategy and wisdom in battle, complementing physical strength.
• The danger of underestimating opponents and letting one's guard down.

Character Interactions

• Lin Xuan vs. Confucian-robed cultivator: A close-quarters battle where Lin Xuan uses his Phoenix Transformation to match his opponent's strength, ultimately aiming to outsmart him.
• Sinister cultivator and heavily made-up woman: They observe the battle, underestimating Lin Xuan's abilities and overestimating their third junior brother's strength.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Xuan lures the enemy by showing weakness, then reveals his true strength.
• He uses the Phantom Spirit Heaven Fire to defeat the fused monster in one strike.
• The remaining cultivators use their treasures to attack Lin Xuan: the woman uses a silk handkerchief with skulls that multiply and spit phosphorous fire, while the man uses a Flying Fork that can restrain magic power.
• Lin Xuan uses the Nine Heavens Bright Moon Ring and Nine Heavens Micro-Steps to counter the attacks.

Character Developments

• Lin Xuan demonstrates his strategic thinking and powerful divine abilities.
• The enemy cultivators show their fear and wariness of Lin Xuan's strength.

Significant Themes

• The importance of patience and timing in battle (Lin Xuan's strategy of luring the enemy).
• The power of divine abilities and treasures (Lin Xuan's and the enemy cultivators' attacks).

Character Interactions

• Lin Xuan faces off against two enemy cultivators, showcasing his abilities and outsmarting them.
• The enemy cultivators work together but struggle against Lin Xuan's strength.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Xuan and the heavily made-up woman engage in a battle.
• Lin Xuan uses his Heavenly Thunder Sand to destroy the woman's White Bone Shield and injures her.
• A sinister cultivator intervenes, using a Wolf-Tooth Mace Dharma Treasure and a miniature mountain treasure.
• Lin Xuan uses his Ten Thousand Soul Tower to release Blood Fire Ants, which clash with the woman's Corpse Insects.
• Lin Xuan uses the Hundred Spirit Bell to weaken the Corpse Insects, allowing the Blood Fire Ants to destroy them.
• The sinister cultivator summons Skeleton Soldiers to attack Lin Xuan.

Character Developments

• Lin Xuan demonstrates his powerful physical strength and uses various treasures and techniques to gain the upper hand in battle.
• The heavily made-up woman shows resilience and resourcefulness in healing her injuries and using Corpse Insects.
• The sinister cultivator reveals his ability to control Skeleton Soldiers and uses powerful treasures.

Significant Themes

• The power of treasures and techniques in battle.
• The importance of adaptability and resourcefulness in combat.
• The use of Demon Cultivation techniques and creatures.

Character Interactions

• Lin Xuan and the heavily made-up woman engage in a fierce battle, with Lin Xuan gaining the upper hand.
• The sinister cultivator intervenes to help the heavily made-up woman, using powerful treasures and techniques.
• The interaction between Lin Xuan's Blood Fire Ants and the woman's Corpse Insects showcases the power of Demon Insects.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Xuan faces off against a sinister cultivator and his Bone Demons.
• The cultivator sends a mountain-shaped treasure to attack Lin Xuan.
• Lin Xuan uses the Spirit-Devouring Sword, an imitation of a Xiantian Spirit Treasure, to destroy the mountain treasure and kill the cultivator.
• The heavily made-up woman, an accomplice of the cultivator, tries to flee but is pursued by Lin Xuan.

Character Developments

• Lin Xuan demonstrates his power and decisiveness, using the Spirit-Devouring Sword to defeat a late Dongxuan cultivator.
• The heavily made-up woman shows cowardice and desperation, fleeing when her master is defeated.

Significant Themes

• Power and its consequences: Lin Xuan's use of the Spirit-Devouring Sword showcases the immense power he wields, but also the potential danger it poses.
• Cowardice vs. courage: The heavily made-up woman's cowardice contrasts with Lin Xuan's determination to face and defeat his enemies.

Character Interactions

• Lin Xuan and the sinister cultivator engage in a battle of wits and power, with Lin Xuan ultimately emerging victorious.
• Lin Xuan pursues the heavily made-up woman, showing no mercy despite her attempts to flee.

Key Plot Points and Events

+ Lin Xuan faces three Dongxuan Realm cultivators, including a heavily made-up woman.
+ The woman uses self-destructing treasures and a powerful talisman against Lin Xuan.
+ Lin Xuan uses the Ink Spirit Drill to kill the woman, but she self-destructs her Nascent Soul, leaving behind a tracking mark on Lin Xuan.
+ Lin Xuan discovers a Random Teleportation Talisman among the woman's belongings and uses it to escape.

Character Developments

+ Lin Xuan demonstrates his power and strategic thinking, using the Ink Spirit Drill and escaping with the talisman.
+ The heavily made-up woman shows fierce determination and self-destructs twice, leaving a tracking mark on Lin Xuan.
+ Old Devil Gu, a Spirit Division-level immortal cultivator, is revealed to be monitoring the situation and becomes aware of Lin Xuan's actions.

Significant Themes

+ The power of cultivators at the Dongxuan Realm and the Spirit Division stage.
+ The importance of strategic thinking and adaptability in battle.
+ The consequences of underestimating opponents and the dangers of leaving behind tracking marks.

Character Interactions

+ Lin Xuan faces off against the heavily made-up woman and her allies.
+ Lin Xuan and Old Devil Gu are connected through the tracking mark and the talisman.
+ Lin Xuan's actions cause Old Devil Gu to become aware of his presence and the death of his disciples.

Key Plot Points & Events

• Lin Xuan uses a Random Teleportation Talisman to escape the Heavenly Corpse Sect's main altar.
• He ends up in the Gravel Wilderness, about 300,000 li from the Huiyin Mountain Range.
• Lin Xuan encounters a group of cultivators from two small sects or clans, who are unaware of his presence due to his restraint.
• He takes a Jade Slip from them, leaving behind a top-grade Spirit Tool in exchange.
• Lin Xuan realizes that Old Devil Gu is rapidly approaching, having caught up to him in less than a day.

Character Developments

• Lin Xuan demonstrates his escape light's swiftness and his ability to restrain his aura to avoid detection by low-level cultivators.
• Old Devil Gu shows determination to pursue and capture Lin Xuan, revealing the Demon Sect's character of repaying even the smallest grudges.

Significant Themes

• The vastness and danger of the cultivation world, where high-level cultivators can easily overwhelm low-level ones.
• The importance of escape and evasion techniques in the face of overwhelming power.

Character Interactions

• Lin Xuan briefly interacts with the cultivators from the two small sects or clans, taking a Jade Slip from them without revealing his true strength.
• The cultivators are awestruck by Lin Xuan's presence and are unaware of the true danger he is in.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Xuan uses the Phantom Escape secret art to flee from Old Devil Gu, teleporting several dozen times in succession.
• Lin Xuan recovers his magic power using Ten-Thousand-Year Spirit Milk and medicinal pills while on the move.
• After three months, Lin Xuan is still unable to shake off Old Devil Gu, and his Ten-Thousand-Year Spirit Milk is running low.

Character Developments

• Lin Xuan's determination and resilience are tested as he continues to evade Old Devil Gu despite his exhaustion.
• Lin Xuan's strategic thinking is shown as he considers using the Five Dragon Seal to escape, but hesitates due to the potential consequences.

Significant Themes

• Pursuit and escape: Lin Xuan's relentless pursuit by Old Devil Gu highlights the theme of relentless pursuit and the struggle for survival.
• The power of ancient treasures: The Five Dragon Seal's immense power is emphasized, contrasting with Lin Xuan's hesitation to use it due to its potential consequences.

Character Interactions

• Lin Xuan and Old Devil Gu: Their relentless pursuit and evasion highlight the intense rivalry and tension between them.
• Lin Xuan and the herdsmen: The herdsmen's reverence for Lin Xuan as an immortal cultivator shows the common people's awe and respect for powerful cultivators.