Ch. 41Hongjun Bestows Treasures, Stirring Envy and Jealousy
Key Plot Points and Events
- Hongyun receives the Purple Qi, causing envy and killing intent from others.
- Hongjun bestows treasures to his disciples before merging with the Dao: Taiji Diagram to Laozi, Pangu Banner to Yuanshi, Immortal Slaying Four Swords and Formation Diagram to Tongtian, Mountain River Society Map and Red Embroidered Ball to Nuwa, and a multitude of treasures to Haotian and Yaochi.
- Jieyin and Zhunti receive treasures by weeping and begging, inspiring others to do the same.
Character Developments
- Hongyun: Maintains composure amidst envy and plans his escape route.
- Hongjun: Demonstrates his benevolence by bestowing treasures and showing favor to Haotian and Yaochi.
- Haotian and Yaochi: Receive extraordinary compensation for relinquishing the Primordial Violet Qi.
- Jieyin and Zhunti: Persistently beg for treasures and receive them, setting an example for others.
Significant Themes
- Envy and jealousy: Evident among the disciples due to the bestowed treasures.
- Benevolence: Displayed by Hongjun in his treatment of Haotian and Yaochi.
- Karmic ties: Influence Hongjun's decision to help Jieyin and Zhunti.
Character Interactions
- Hongyun and Hongjun: Hongyun feels the Dao rhythm within him, understanding Hongjun's favor.
- Hongjun and his disciples: Hongjun bestows treasures and shows favor to Haotian and Yaochi.
- Jieyin and Zhunti: Beg for and receive treasures, inspiring others to do the same.
- The crowd: React with envy and jealousy, some even attempting to mimic Jieyin and Zhunti's method.