Ch. 121Old Lord Enters the Heavenly Court, the Saints Depart
Key Plot Points and Events
- The Heavenly Court's establishment is discussed, and Haotian asks the saints to send disciples to help manage it.
- Laozi sends his Good Corpse, Taishang Laojun, to the Heavenly Court.
- Yuanshi, Tongtian, Nuwa, Jieyin, and Zhunti all express their intentions regarding sending disciples.
- Hongjun dismisses the saints and asks to speak to Haotian and Jade Pool privately.
Character Developments
- Haotian: Shows his power and influence, making it clear he won't tolerate disloyalty.
- Laozi: Demonstrates his wisdom and strategic thinking by sending Taishang Laojun.
- Yuanshi: Attempts to maintain the Clarification Sect's independence while still complying with Hongjun's request.
- Zhunti and Jieyin: Struggle with their loyalty to the West and the temptation of the Heavenly Court's resources.
Significant Themes
- Power dynamics and alliances among the saints.
- The tension between loyalty to one's sect and the greater good of the Primordial Wilderness.
- The calculation and manipulation of relationships for personal gain.
Character Interactions
- Haotian and the saints: Haotian asserts his dominance, while the saints navigate their responses to his request.
- Laozi and Taishang Laojun: Laozi shows his trust and confidence in his Good Corpse.
- Yuanshi and the Twelve Golden Immortals: Yuanshi considers the potential reluctance of his disciples to join the Heavenly Court.
- Zhunti and Jieyin: The two saints discuss their strategy for selecting disciples to send to the Heavenly Court.