Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Xinghe, Xuan Ming, and Houtu track down Ancestor Five Elements, who is attempting to steal the Five Elements power of the Primordial World.
• Hongjun, guided by the Heavenly Dao, confronts Ancestor Five Elements and prevents him from stealing the power.
• Li Xinghe arrives and decides to rob Ancestor Five Elements.

Character Developments

• Ancestor Five Elements: Revealed to be a top-tier Chaos Demon God, second only to the Yin Yang Demon God. He is attempting to regain his power from the Primordial World.
• Hongjun: Shows confidence and strength, revealing that he is no longer the weak Qu She from the Chaos World. He is guided by the Heavenly Dao and later succeeds in slaying Luohu and attaining the Dao.
• Li Xinghe: Demonstrates his cunning and confidence, deciding to rob Ancestor Five Elements despite the risks. He reveals his status as the fusion of the Time Demon God and the Destiny Demon God, Pangu's brother, and a transmigrator.

Significant Themes

• The power struggle among the Chaos Demon Gods and their desire to regain their strength in the Primordial World.
• The Heavenly Dao's influence and guidance, particularly towards Hongjun.
• The pursuit of power and treasure, as seen in the actions of Ancestor Five Elements and Li Xinghe.

Character Interactions

• Hongjun and Ancestor Five Elements: They clash due to their differing views on the Primordial World and its power. Hongjun blocks Ancestor Five Elements' attempt to steal the Five Elements power, leading to a battle between them.
• Li Xinghe, Xuan Ming, and Houtu: They work together to track down Ancestor Five Elements. Li Xinghe decides to rob him, while Xuan Ming and Houtu express concern for his safety.
• Li Xinghe and the Heavenly Dao: Li Xinghe is aware that the Heavenly Dao is watching their actions, and he considers ambushing Hongjun, showing his cunning and disregard for the Heavenly Dao's will.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Hongjun and Ancestor Five Elements fight to a standstill; neither can gain the upper hand.
• The flow of time around them slows down, and Ancestor Five Elements' Five Innate Banners disappear.
• Li Xinghe appears, having stolen Ancestor Five Elements' Five Innate Banners.
• Li Xinghe offers Ancestor Five Elements a choice: eat the fruit of the Karma Tree or be killed.
• Ancestor Five Elements chooses to eat the fruit, binding his life and death to Li Xinghe.

Character Developments

• Hongjun: Shows his combat strength has reached the level of the former Beast Emperor, Shen Ni.
• Ancestor Five Elements: Realizes the danger he's in and chooses to submit to Li Xinghe rather than face certain death.
• Li Xinghe: Proves his power and cunning, subduing Ancestor Five Elements without a fight.

Significant Themes

• The power of origins and connections to the Heavenly Dao.
• The importance of self-preservation and knowing when to yield.
• The consequences of underestimating one's opponent.

Character Interactions

• Hongjun and Ancestor Five Elements: Their fight ends in a stalemate, with neither able to gain an advantage.
• Li Xinghe and Ancestor Five Elements: Li Xinghe's appearance turns the tables, leading to Ancestor Five Elements' submission.
• Li Xinghe and Xuan Ming/Houtu: The brothers praise Li Xinghe's actions, showing their loyalty and admiration.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Xinghe saves the Ancestor Five Elements from Hongjun and recruits him.
• Li Xinghe gives the Five Innate Banners to the Twelve Ancestral Witches.
• Li Xinghe finds Fuxi and Nuwa in Buzhou Mountain.

Character Developments

• The Ancestor Five Elements swears loyalty to Li Xinghe after realizing his future was altered.
• The Twelve Ancestral Witches receive their respective banners and consider exploring the Primordial World.
• Fuxi and Nuwa are introduced as siblings with immense fortune and sage-like bearing.

Significant Themes

• The dangers and power struggles in the Primordial World.
• The importance of luck and destiny in achieving greatness.
• The concept of 'binding' powerful individuals to prevent them from aiding the Demon Race in the future.

Character Interactions

• Li Xinghe interacts with the Ancestor Five Elements, recruiting him and altering his fate.
• The Twelve Ancestral Witches discuss exploring the Primordial World together.
• Li Xinghe finds and observes Fuxi and Nuwa, considering their potential.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Mountain and River Society Diagram (River Diagram) emerges, a Top-grade Innate Spiritual Treasure.
• Nuwa and Fuxi, siblings living in seclusion, sense the Diagram and follow its resonance.
• Li Xinghe appears, witnesses the siblings' interaction, and decides to interfere.
• Li Xinghe teaches Fuxi the way of Yin-Yang and the Eight Trigrams.
• Li Xinghe visits the Sun Star, fights the two Golden Crows (Di Jun and Tai Yi), and snatches the River Diagram and Luo Book from Di Jun.
• Li Xinghe returns to Buzhou Mountain and gifts the River Diagram and Luo Book to Fuxi.
• Li Xinghe teaches Fuxi the Law of Fate.

Character Developments

• Nuwa: Accepts the River Diagram, becomes close with Xuan Ming and Houtu, addresses them as elder sisters.
• Fuxi: Becomes Li Xinghe's disciple, receives the River Diagram and Luo Book, learns the Law of Fate.
• Li Xinghe: Interferes in the siblings' lives, teaches Fuxi, snatches the River Diagram and Luo Book, and teaches Fuxi the Law of Fate.
• Di Jun and Tai Yi: Lose the River Diagram and Luo Book to Li Xinghe, suffer injuries.

Significant Themes

• Fate and Destiny: The River Diagram's emergence, Li Xinghe's interference, and Fuxi learning the Law of Fate highlight the theme of fate and destiny.
• Power Dynamics: The interactions between Li Xinghe, the siblings, and the Golden Crows illustrate the power dynamics in the Primordial World.
• Relationships: The sibling bond between Nuwa and Fuxi, their relationship with Li Xinghe, and Nuwa's friendship with Xuan Ming and Houtu emphasize the importance of relationships.

Character Interactions

• Nuwa and Fuxi: The siblings defer to each other, showing a strong bond and mutual respect.
• Li Xinghe and the siblings: Li Xinghe teaches Fuxi, gifts him the River Diagram and Luo Book, and becomes his master.
• Li Xinghe and the Golden Crows: Li Xinghe fights and defeats the Golden Crows, snatching the River Diagram and Luo Book from Di Jun.
• Nuwa and the Ancestral Witches: Nuwa becomes close with Xuan Ming and Houtu, addressing them as elder sisters.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xuan Ming receives the Twelve-Grade White Lotus of Purity from Li Xinghe.
• Luohu obtains the World-Ending Millstone, a powerful treasure capable of destroying worlds.
• The Dragon Clan and Qilin Race go to war, marking the second great tribulation since the Primordial World's opening.
• The Qilin Race invites the Phoenix Clan to join the war against the Dragon Clan.

Character Developments

• Li Xinghe continues to cultivate and refine the Chaos Supreme Treasure's restrictions.
• Xuan Ming goes into seclusion to refine the Twelve-Grade White Lotus of Purity.
• Luohu's strength grows after obtaining the World-Ending Millstone.
• The Ancestral Dragon's arrogance leads to conflict with the Qilin Race.

Significant Themes

• The pursuit of power and treasures, and their consequences.
• The balance of power among different races and factions.
• The inevitability of conflict and tribulation.

Character Interactions

• Li Xinghe and Xuan Ming: Li Xinghe guides and supports Xuan Ming's cultivation.
• Luohu and Hongjun: They become rivals, each acquiring a powerful treasure.
• The Dragon Clan and Qilin Race: Their conflict escalates into full-blown war.
• The Qilin Race and Phoenix Clan: The Qilin Race seeks the Phoenix Clan's assistance against the Dragon Clan.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Xinghe advises Yuan Feng, the Phoenix Clan chieftain, to avoid the impending Dragon-Phoenix Tribulation to preserve the clan's strength.
• Yuan Feng seals the Immortality Volcano and allows Li Xinghe to stay temporarily.
• Li Xinghe's adoptive daughters, Xuan Ming and Houtu, decide to explore the Primordial World despite Li Xinghe's initial reservations.
• The Dragon Clan's aggression escalates, and Luohu manipulates the situation to maintain a balance of power among the three races, aiming to exhaust them.
• Xuan Ming and Houtu plan to help the Phoenix Clan against the Dragon Clan, unaware of the impending tribulation.
• The Three Pure Ones, in seclusion, witness Tongtian's sudden breakthrough to Late Zenith Heaven Golden Immortal, hinting at Li Xinghe's past guidance.

Character Developments

• Yuan Feng grows in wisdom and insight, understanding the political dynamics of the Primordial World.
• Xuan Ming and Houtu gain confidence and independence, deciding to explore the world on their own.
• Tongtian achieves a breakthrough in his cultivation and understanding of the Sword Dao, attributing it to Li Xinghe's past guidance.

Significant Themes

• The inevitability of the Dragon-Phoenix Tribulation and the consequences of interfering with the Heavenly Dao's plans.
• The growth and independence of Li Xinghe's adoptive daughters.
• The power dynamics and political intrigue among the various races and factions in the Primordial World.

Character Interactions

• Li Xinghe advises Yuan Feng on how to navigate the impending tribulation, showing concern for her and her clan.
• Xuan Ming and Houtu discuss their plans to explore the Primordial World and help the Phoenix Clan, demonstrating their loyalty to Li Xinghe and their desire to protect their new family.
• The Three Pure Ones witness Tongtian's breakthrough, highlighting the differences in their cultivation progress and the subtle hierarchy among them.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xuan Ming and Houtu, two Ancestral Witches, arrive at Kunlun Mountain to challenge the Three Pure Ones.
• The Three Pure Ones and the Ancestral Witches engage in a Dao debate and a battle, ending in a draw.
• Tongtian decides to leave Kunlun Mountain to temper himself through battle and seek further cultivation insights.

Character Developments

• Tongtian: Shows remarkable growth, breaking through a spell cast by the Ancestral Witches, and decides to leave Kunlun Mountain for further cultivation.
• Xuan Ming and Houtu: Display their formidable strength, contending with the Three Pure Ones, and show no fear despite being outnumbered.
• Laozi and Yuanshi: Realize Tongtian's unique cultivation path and allow him to leave for further growth. They also enter seclusion to advance their cultivation.

Significant Themes

• Cultivation and growth: Each character seeks to improve their cultivation, either through seclusion, battle, or Dao debates.
• Strength and power: The Ancestral Witches and the Three Pure Ones exhibit immense power, highlighting the importance of strength in their world.
• Family and relationships: Li Xinghe's concern for his adopted daughters, Xuan Ming and Houtu, shows the importance of family bonds, even among powerful cultivators.

Character Interactions

• The Three Pure Ones vs. Xuan Ming and Houtu: The two pairs engage in a tense Dao debate and battle, showcasing their strength and skill.
• Li Xinghe and the Three Pure Ones: Li Xinghe calculates the events on Kunlun Mountain and expresses his delight in Tongtian's growth, revealing his long-term plans for his disciples.
• Tongtian and the Three Pure Ones: Tongtian's decision to leave Kunlun Mountain is supported by his elder brothers, highlighting their close bond.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Dragon Clan and Qilin Race are engaged in a full-scale war.
• The Ancestral Dragon's sons, Chi Wen, Fu Xi, and Bi An, pursue Si Bu Xiang, the Son of the Beginning Qilin.
• Xuan Ming and Houtu intervene, saving Si Bu Xiang and killing the three dragon sons.
• The Dragon Clan invades the land, targeting the Avian Lineage due to Luohu's instigation.
• The Avian Lineage races beg the Phoenix Clan for help, leading Yuan Feng to invite them into the Immortality Volcano.
• Li Xinghe, Yuan Feng's lover, decides to involve the Phoenix Clan in the war to protect Yuan Feng.

Character Developments

• Si Bu Xiang: Becomes grateful to Xuan Ming and Houtu for saving him and invites them to his camp.
• Xuan Ming and Houtu: Prove their strength by killing three Zenith Heaven Golden Immortals (the dragon sons) and side with the Qilin Race.
• Yuan Feng: Agrees to help the Avian Lineage races despite the Phoenix Clan's initial intention to remain neutral.
• Li Xinghe: Decides to protect Yuan Feng by involving the Phoenix Clan in the war, showing his growing attachment to her.

Significant Themes

• Chaos and Conflict: The Primordial World is in a state of constant chaos and war, with different races fighting for dominance.
• Power Dynamics: The strength of each race determines their position in the power hierarchy, with the Dragon Clan currently dominant.
• Loyalty and Alliance: Races form alliances based on shared interests or to protect each other, as seen with the Qilin Race and the Avian Lineage.

Character Interactions

• Xuan Ming and Houtu interact with Si Bu Xiang, saving him and joining his cause.
• Yuan Feng interacts with the Avian Lineage races, deciding to help them despite the Phoenix Clan's initial neutrality.
• Li Xinghe interacts with Yuan Feng, deciding to protect her by involving the Phoenix Clan in the war.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Twelve Ancestral Witches and Tongtian, one of the Three Pure Ones, unexpectedly participate in the Dragon-Phoenix Tribulation.
• Tongtian clashes with the Dragon Clan, killing three of the Ancestral Dragon's sons.
• Li Xinghe summons Ancestor Qiankun and Ancestor Five Elements to deal with Luohu, who has been stirring trouble in the shadows.
• The Ancestral Dragon breaks through to the late-stage Golden Immortal of the Origin, turning the battle tide.
• The Ancestral Dragon plans a general assault on the Primordial Continent to seize its Fortune.

Character Developments

• Li Xinghe: Deepens his understanding of the Law of Destiny and summons top-level Demon Gods as enforcers.
• Tongtian: Breaks through to the Peak of the Zenith Heaven Golden Immortal and conceives the idea of spreading the Dao to all beings.
• Ancestral Dragon: Breaks through to the late-stage Golden Immortal of the Origin, becoming the strongest expert in the Primordial World.
• Xuan Ming and Houtu: Both reach the Peak of the Zenith Heaven Golden Immortal.
• Twelve Ancestral Witches: Advance their strength far earlier than in the original course of the Primordial World.

Significant Themes

• The struggle for power and dominance among the Primal Races.
• The consequences of defying heaven and altering fate.
• The idea of spreading the Dao to all beings, as conceived by Tongtian.

Character Interactions

• Li Xinghe interacts with Ancestor Qiankun and Ancestor Five Elements, summoning them to deal with Luohu.
• Tongtian clashes with the Dragon Clan, killing three of the Ancestral Dragon's sons.
• The Ancestral Dragon interacts with the Four Seas Dragon Kings, planning a general assault on the Primordial Continent.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A Treasure Seeking Mouse finds a treasure in the Primordial World, but is captured by Tongtian.
• Tongtian is attacked by the Ancestral Dragon, who seeks to avenge his son.
• Li Xinghe intervenes, saving Tongtian and driving away the Ancestral Dragon.
• Hongjun, who intended to save Tongtian, retreats when Li Xinghe appears.
• Li Xinghe reveals that he has the remaining two forms of Tongtian's cultivation method.

Character Developments

• Tongtian: Shows his kind nature by trying to protect the Treasure Seeking Mouse and is later saved by Li Xinghe.
• Li Xinghe: Demonstrates his immense power and wisdom by saving Tongtian without revealing his full strength.
• Hongjun: Shows hesitation in facing the Ancestral Dragon and retreats when Li Xinghe appears, indicating his caution and tactical awareness.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics and relationships between the Primordial Beings, particularly the Ancestral Dragon and Tongtian.
• The theme of opportunity and its consequences, as seen through Hongjun's missed chance to save Tongtian.
• The importance of gratitude and favor, as shown by Tongtian's acknowledgment of Li Xinghe's help.

Character Interactions

• Tongtian and the Treasure Seeking Mouse: Tongtian shows kindness to the mouse, and they form a bond.
• Li Xinghe and the Ancestral Dragon: Li Xinghe's intervention saves Tongtian and forces the Ancestral Dragon to retreat.
• Hongjun and Li Xinghe: Hongjun's plan to save Tongtian is thwarted by Li Xinghe's appearance, showing their indirect conflict.
• Li Xinghe and Tongtian: Li Xinghe offers to teach Tongtian the remaining two forms of his cultivation method, indicating their growing bond.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Xinghe evolves Pangu's Three Primal Creation Styles, attracting Tongtian's curiosity and gratitude.
• The Ancestral Dragon attacks Xuan Ming, Houtu, and Si Bu Xiang, seeking revenge and their treasures.
• Li Xinghe arrives and confronts the Ancestral Dragon, leading to a physical strength showdown.
• The Ancestral Dragon summons the Ancestral Dragon Pearl, but Li Xinghe counters with the Chaos Pearl.

Character Developments

• Tongtian becomes more curious about Li Xinghe's identity and acknowledges him as 'Uncle.'
• The Ancestral Dragon reveals his true strength and desperation, fearing Li Xinghe's power.
• Xuan Ming and Houtu display their trust and admiration for Li Xinghe, cheering him on.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and the struggle for dominance in the Primordial World.
• The importance of lineage, heritage, and treasures in determining one's strength.
• The influence of fate and destiny on characters' actions and decisions.

Character Interactions

• Li Xinghe and Tongtian: Li Xinghe shares his knowledge but refuses to take Tongtian as a disciple, instead becoming his 'Uncle.'
• Li Xinghe and the Ancestral Dragon: They clash physically, revealing Li Xinghe's superior strength and the Ancestral Dragon's desperation.
• Xuan Ming and Houtu with Li Xinghe: They express their trust and admiration for Li Xinghe, cheering him on against the Ancestral Dragon.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Xinghe takes the Twelve-Grade White Lotus of Purity and the Chaos Pearl from the Ancestral Dragon.
• He beats up the Ancestral Dragon and takes the Twelve Sea-Calming Pearls from him.
• Li Xinghe saves Si Bu Xiang, the son of the Beginning Qilin, and offers him a way to contact Xuan Ming and Houtu in the future.
• Li Xinghe explains to Houtu and Xuan Ming that the Primordial Realm has its own development rules and that the Dragon, Phoenix, and Qilin Races are meant to step down.

Character Developments

• Li Xinghe: Shows his power and intimidation, taking treasures from the Ancestral Dragon without killing him to avoid entanglement in Cause and Effect. He also provides guidance to Houtu and Xuan Ming about the Primordial Realm's development.
• Ancestral Dragon: Loses the Twelve Sea-Calming Pearls to Li Xinghe and is beaten up. He becomes vengeful toward the Phoenix Clan and the Qilin Clan.
• Houtu: Expresses her desire to save living beings from war and chaos, showing her kind-hearted nature and hinting at her future role as the Earthly Dao Saint.
• Xuan Ming: Receives the Twelve Sea-Calming Pearls from Li Xinghe and is warned about the future of the Witch Race.

Significant Themes

• Fate and Destiny: Li Xinghe discusses the development of the Primordial Realm and the eventual decline of the Dragon, Phoenix, Qilin, and Witch Races, hinting at the inevitability of fate.
• Power and Consequences: Li Xinghe shows the consequences of his actions, such as the Ancestral Dragon's increased malice toward other races, highlighting the interconnectedness of events in the Primordial Realm.

Character Interactions

• Li Xinghe and Ancestral Dragon: Li Xinghe intimidates and beats up the Ancestral Dragon, taking treasures from him without killing him.
• Li Xinghe and Houtu/Xuan Ming: Li Xinghe guides and warns Houtu and Xuan Ming about the Primordial Realm's development and the future of their races.
• Ancestral Dragon and the Phoenix/Qilin Clans: The Ancestral Dragon's increased malice leads to potential conflict with the Phoenix and Qilin Clans.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Three powerful figures (Qiankun Demon God, Five Elements Demon God, Devil Ancestor Luohu) clash in the chaos, having fled the Primordial World.
• Luohu, once inferior to Qiankun and Five Elements, now challenges them due to his newfound power and Fortune.
• The Dragon-Phoenix Tribulation continues, with the Dragon Clan driven back but still threatening, and the Qilin Clan instigating further conflict.
• The Yin Yang Demon God appears, taking the East Prince and Queen Mother of the West as disciples, and clashes with the Qilin Clan.
• The Ancestral Dragon wounds the Beginning Qilin, allowing the Dragon Clan to regain power.
• Li Xinghe decides to let the Phoenix Clan join the war, providing Yuan Feng with the Hongmeng Measuring Ruler to counter the Ancestral Dragon Pearl.

Character Developments

• Luohu has grown significantly, now able to challenge two former top-tier Demon Gods.
• Qiankun and Five Elements accept their role as Li Xinghe's enforcers, acknowledging his power.
• The East Prince and Queen Mother of the West become disciples of the Yin Yang Demon God, gaining his favor and power.
• Li Xinghe continues to cultivate and strategize, protecting the Phoenix Clan and challenging Heaven's will.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and the struggle for supremacy in the Primordial World.
• The influence of Fortune and blessings on one's strength and status.
• The consequences of defying Heaven's will and the Heavenly Dao.
• The interconnectedness of events and beings, and the inescapability of Cause and Effect.

Character Interactions

• Luohu clashes with Qiankun and Five Elements, challenging their authority and power.
• The Yin Yang Demon God takes the East Prince and Queen Mother of the West as disciples, setting the stage for their future roles.
• Li Xinghe interacts with Yuan Feng, providing her with a powerful treasure and giving his blessing for the Phoenix Clan to enter the war.
• The Ancestral Dragon and the Beginning Qilin clash, with the Ancestral Dragon gaining the upper hand.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Dragon Clan's return and growth in strength are orchestrated by the Heavenly Dao to lead to a Mutual Destruction with the Phoenix and Qilin Clans.
• The Dragon-Phoenix Tribulation reaches its climax with the battle between Ancestral Dragon, Yuan Feng, and Beginning Qilin.
• Beginning Qilin betrays Yuan Feng, leading to a three-way melee among the Primal Races.
• Li Xinghe summons Ancestor Qiankun and Ancestor Five Elements to aid the Phoenix Clan against the Qilin and Dragon Clans.
• Li Xinghe intercepts the dissipating Fortune of the three races, preventing Old Six (Hongjun) from siphoning it.

Character Developments

• Ancestral Dragon remains arrogant and unyielding, showing off his power.
• Beginning Qilin reveals his ambition to dominate the Primordial World, betraying Yuan Feng.
• Yuan Feng, despite being grievously wounded, summons the Hongmeng Measuring Ruler to fend off Beginning Qilin.
• Li Xinghe demonstrates his understanding of the Heavenly Dao's plans and intervenes to protect the Phoenix Clan's Fortune.

Significant Themes

• Ambition and betrayal: Beginning Qilin's betrayal of Yuan Feng highlights the destructive power of ambition and the consequences of breaking alliances.
• The Heavenly Dao's manipulation: The Heavenly Dao's orchestration of the Dragon Clan's growth and the Dragon-Phoenix Tribulation emphasizes its role as a driving force behind events.
• The dissipation of Fortune: The dissipation of the three races' Fortune and Li Xinghe's interception of it underscore the importance of controlling and maintaining one's power and resources.

Character Interactions

• Ancestral Dragon vs. Beginning Qilin: Their battle showcases their strength and arrogance, ultimately leading to mutual injury.
• Yuan Feng vs. Beginning Qilin: Yuan Feng's use of the Hongmeng Measuring Ruler against Beginning Qilin demonstrates her resourcefulness and determination in the face of betrayal.
• Li Xinghe vs. Old Six (Hongjun): Li Xinghe's interception of the dissipating Fortune highlights his awareness of Old Six's schemes and his commitment to protecting the Phoenix Clan's interests.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Dragon-Phoenix Tribulation reaches its climax with the three Divine Beasts evenly matched and at risk of mutual destruction.
• Luohu, a Middle Golden Immortal of the Origin, uses the World-Ending Millstone to attack the primordial continent, aiming to annihilate its inhabitants.
• The three Divine Beasts combined their strength to drive back the World-Ending Millstone, but suffer severe injuries.
• After Luohu's departure, the three Divine Beasts continue their battle, leading to the destruction of their lifebound treasures and the near-depletion of their strength.
• Ancestral Dragon and Beginning Qilin decide to withdraw their races from the primordial world, while Yuan Feng returns to the Immortality Volcano.
• Li Xinghe discovers that Yuan Feng is in danger and intervenes, revealing that the hidden attacker is Ancestor Yang Mei, the Space Demon God.

Character Developments

• Yuan Feng, despite her injuries, manages to return to the Immortality Volcano, but is ambushed by Ancestor Yang Mei.
• Li Xinghe, realizing the danger Yuan Feng is in, intervenes and reveals the true identity of her attacker.
• Ancestral Dragon and Beginning Qilin, after their lifebound treasures are destroyed, decide to withdraw their races from the primordial world.

Significant Themes

• The destructive power of the Dragon-Phoenix Tribulation and the consequences of being consumed by it.
• The theme of withdrawal and retreat, as seen in the decisions of Ancestral Dragon and Beginning Qilin.
• The power of the Merit Supreme Treasure, the Hongmeng Measuring Ruler, and the importance of Li Xinghe's divination abilities.

Character Interactions

• Li Xinghe and Yuan Feng: Li Xinghe's concern for Yuan Feng leads him to intervene when she is in danger.
• Ancestral Dragon, Yuan Feng, and Beginning Qilin: The three Divine Beasts fight together against Luohu but ultimately decide to withdraw their races.
• Li Xinghe and Ancestor Yang Mei: Li Xinghe reveals Ancestor Yang Mei's true identity and threatens him for attacking Yuan Feng.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Xinghe confronts Ancestor Yang Mei, who is revealed to be the Space Demon God and the second-ranked Law Demon God of Chaos.
• Li Xinghe demands a branch from Yang Mei's true form, the Hollow Willow, to settle a karmic debt.
• Yang Mei refuses and attempts to flee, but Li Xinghe uses the Law of Time to slow him down and the Chaos Pearl to trap him.
• They engage in a fierce battle, with Li Xinghe demonstrating proficiency in multiple laws, including the Law of Time, Destiny, Karma, and Strength.
• Li Xinghe summons the Qiankun Demon God and the Five Elements Demon God to assist him in defeating Yang Mei.

Character Developments

• Li Xinghe: Shows significant growth in power and control over multiple laws, demonstrating his potential as a formidable opponent.
• Ancestor Yang Mei: Maintains his arrogance and confidence despite being outmatched, revealing his unyielding nature.

Significant Themes

• The power of laws and their interactions, with the Law of Time being particularly prominent.
• The consequences of past actions and the settling of karmic debts.
• The struggle between the powerful and the weak, with Li Xinghe representing the latter and Yang Mei the former.

Character Interactions

• Li Xinghe and Ancestor Yang Mei: Their conflict highlights their contrasting personalities and power levels, with Li Xinghe seeking retribution and Yang Mei refusing to yield.
• Li Xinghe and the Demon Gods: Li Xinghe summons the Qiankun Demon God and the Five Elements Demon God to aid him in his battle against Yang Mei, showcasing his ability to command powerful entities.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Xinghe, with the help of Qiankun Demon God, Five Elements Demon God, and Yuan Feng, defeats Ancestor Yang Mei, causing him to sever himself and lose a significant portion of his power.
• The Dragon-Phoenix Tribulation ends with the Dragon Clan and Qilin Race decimated, and the Phoenix Clan greatly weakened but still standing due to Yuan Feng's protection and the intervention of the Demon Gods.
• Li Xinghe advises Qiankun and Five Elements Demon Gods to aid Hongjun against Luohu in the future, hinting at the upcoming Dao-Demon Conflict.
• Yuan Feng seals Immortality Volcano and decides to no longer contend for supremacy in the Primordial Wilderness, acknowledging the end of the Phoenix Clan's fortune.
• Yuan Feng discovers she is pregnant, and Li Xinghe suspects Kong Xuan, a powerful figure from later generations, might be their child.

Character Developments

• Li Xinghe demonstrates his power and influence, defeating Ancestor Yang Mei with ease and advising the Demon Gods on future actions.
• Ancestor Yang Mei suffers severe losses, dropping from the Late Golden Immortal of the Origin to the middle stage, and nearly to the Early Golden Immortal of the Origin.
• Yuan Feng shows her wisdom and understanding of the Heavenly Dao, sealing Immortality Volcano and acknowledging the end of the Phoenix Clan's fortune.

Significant Themes

• The cyclical nature of fortune and power in the Primordial Wilderness, as seen in the rise and fall of the Dragon, Phoenix, and Qilin Races.
• The importance of understanding and following the Heavenly Dao's will to avoid destruction.
• The consequences of underestimating Li Xinghe, as seen in Ancestor Yang Mei's defeat.

Character Interactions

• Li Xinghe and the Demon Gods work together to defeat Ancestor Yang Mei, showcasing their alliance and Li Xinghe's leadership.
• Li Xinghe advises the Demon Gods on future actions, demonstrating his influence and knowledge of the future.
• Yuan Feng and Li Xinghe discuss the Phoenix Clan's future and her pregnancy, showing their close relationship and mutual respect.

Chapter Summary: “Beginning Qilin Entrusts His Orphan”

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Three Primal Races have been devastated, leaving fewer than one-tenth of the Qilin Clan alive. Beginning Qilin, nearing death, searches for a safe refuge for his son, Si Bu Xiang.
• Unable to enter Buzhou Mountain because Pangu Temple remains closed, Beginning Qilin follows the Qilin Clan’s remaining Fortune to Kunlun Mountain.
• Yuanshi Tianzun appears and offers shelter to the Qilin Clan. He asks Si Bu Xiang to become his mount, while Beginning Qilin demands that Yuanshi swear before the Heavenly Dao to protect his son.
• Yuanshi makes the oath. With his final wish fulfilled, Beginning Qilin dies, and his blood stains the cliff that will later become Qilin Cliff at Jade Void Cave. The Qilin Clan’s remaining Fortune transfers to Yuanshi.
• Si Bu Xiang accepts Yuanshi’s protection despite originally planning to seek refuge with his elder sisters, Xuan Ming and Houtu. He becomes part of the Yuqing lineage.
• With the fall of the Three Primal Races, they completely withdraw from the struggle for supremacy. The Primordial World enters a period of peace, during which Innate Beings emerge and treasures appear.
• The coming Dao-Demon Conflict is identified as the next major event that will determine the Primordial World’s ruler. Li Xinghe worries about Hongjun and Luohu, both reincarnations of Chaos Demon Gods, and recognizes that the victor may become a Sage protected by the Heavenly Dao.
• Li Xinghe considers securing important Innate Spiritual Roots, including the Ginseng Fruit Tree and Peach Tree, but acknowledges that he cannot simply take them by force.
• He instructs Xuan Ming and Houtu to help Dijiang rebuild and develop the Witch Race. He warns them that the Witch Race may eventually face destruction like the Three Primal Races.
• Li Xinghe explains that the Witches lack primordial spirits and therefore cannot become Heavenly Dao Sages. Their only way to rival Sages is to prove the Dao through cultivation of the Laws and become Primordial Zenith Heaven Golden Immortals.
• Despite the threat, Li Xinghe promises to defend the Witch Race, even against Heaven itself. He notes that many Ancestral Witches have reached the Late or peak Zenith Heaven Golden Immortal realm.
• Continuing his travels, Li Xinghe reflects on his shortcomings after fighting Ancestor Yang Mei. He begins refining Beast Emperor Shen Ni’s God Slaying Spear.
• The spear’s intense Killing Intent attempts to corrupt him, but he suppresses it with the Chaos Shovel and Chaos Pearl and successfully refines the treasure.
• Li Xinghe concludes that Luohu, now possessing the destructive World-Ending Millstone, has become an even greater threat. He anticipates the eventual appearance of the Pangu Banner, Taiji Diagram, and Chaos Bell, and considers seizing the Chaos Bell during the future Witch-Demon Calamity.

Character Developments

• Beginning Qilin moves beyond his attachment to the Qilin Clan once he secures Si Bu Xiang’s future. His death marks the final end of the Qilin era.
• Si Bu Xiang loses his father and abandons his original plan to join Xuan Ming and Houtu, instead accepting Yuanshi’s protection and becoming associated with the Yuqing lineage.
• Yuanshi Tianzun gains the Qilin Clan’s Fortune by honoring his oath. His acceptance of Si Bu Xiang strengthens his future foundation and status.
• Li Xinghe becomes increasingly strategic and cautious. He focuses on long-term preparation, gathering powerful treasures, strengthening the Witch Race, and anticipating the Dao-Demon and Witch-Demon calamities.
• Xuan Ming and Houtu are forced to confront the possibility that their race may eventually perish. Their fear is balanced by Li Xinghe’s promise of protection and their growing strength.
• Hongjun and Luohu are established as the central future antagonists whose conflict will determine the Primordial World’s direction.

Significant Themes

• The end of an age: Beginning Qilin’s death symbolizes the complete decline of the Three Primal Races and the transition to a new era.
• Parental sacrifice and entrusted responsibility: Beginning Qilin gives up his life peacefully after ensuring that Si Bu Xiang will be protected.
• Fortune and destiny: The Qilin Clan’s remaining Fortune passes to Yuanshi, demonstrating how protection, ancestry, and fate shape future power.
• Preparation versus fate: Li Xinghe attempts to prepare for future calamities, but recognizes that the Heavenly Dao and unforeseen changes may alter established events.
• The hierarchy of cultivation: Sages stand above all other beings, while those unable to become Sages must seek alternative paths, such as Law Proving Dao.
• Power and control: The God Slaying Spear’s attempt to dominate Li Xinghe highlights the danger of powerful treasures and his determination to remain their master.
• Protection against Heaven: Li Xinghe’s promise to fight Heaven for the Witch Race emphasizes loyalty, defiance, and resistance to predetermined destruction.

Important Character Interactions

• Beginning Qilin and Si Bu Xiang: Their final conversation centers on grief, family duty, and the father’s desire to secure his son’s survival.
• Beginning Qilin and Yuanshi: Beginning Qilin tests Yuanshi’s sincerity by demanding a Heavenly Dao oath before entrusting him with Si Bu Xiang.
• Yuanshi and Si Bu Xiang: Yuanshi accepts Si Bu Xiang into his lineage, turning the orphan into his future mount and disciple.
• Li Xinghe, Xuan Ming, and Houtu: Li Xinghe warns them of the Witch Race’s possible fate while encouraging them to aid Dijiang and continue strengthening their clan.
• Li Xinghe and the God Slaying Spear: Their confrontation shows Li Xinghe overpowering the weapon’s murderous will and claiming control over it.
• Li Xinghe and the future conflict: His thoughts connect Hongjun, Luohu, the Heavenly Dao, and the emerging treasures that will shape the next great struggles of the Primordial World.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Hongjun obtains the Pangu Banner, an Innate Supreme Treasure formed from a fragment of the Pangu Axe.
• The Yin Yang Demon God acquires the Taiji Diagram, another Innate Supreme Treasure, at the convergence of Yin and Yang.
• Li Xinghe arrives at Penglai Immortal Island seeking the Yellow Middle Plum, one of the ten Innate Spiritual Roots.
• A powerful treasure emerges on the island, causing a commotion and attracting Li Xinghe's attention.

Character Developments

• Hongjun: Obtains the Pangu Banner, enhancing his strength and confidence in his path of cultivation.
• Yin Yang Demon God: Gains the Taiji Diagram, boosting his power and confidence, but remains unaware of its true purpose and his impending fate.
• Li Xinghe: Continues to track powerful treasures and spiritual roots, showing no fear in the face of the Yin Yang Demon God's newfound power.

Significant Themes

• The power of Innate Supreme Treasures and their role in shaping the Primordial World's development.
• The Heavenly Dao's manipulation of events and the fates of various characters.
• The growing tension and conflict between Li Xinghe and the Yin Yang Demon God.

Character Interactions

• Hongjun and the Yin Yang Demon God: Their paths cross indirectly through the acquisition of powerful treasures, with Hongjun's future actions hinted at.
• Li Xinghe and the Yin Yang Demon God: Their conflict escalates as Li Xinghe arrives at Penglai Immortal Island, with the Yin Yang Demon God standing in his way.
• Li Xinghe's mention of eating dumplings serves as a foreshadowing of the Yin Yang Demon God's fate, echoing the tale of Chaos eating dumplings.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Xinghe faces off against the Yin Yang Demon God on Penglai Immortal Island, with both displaying immense power.
• Li Xinghe uses the God Slaying Spear to attack, while the Yin Yang Demon God defends with the Taiji Diagram.
• Li Xinghe wins the battle, and the Yin Yang Demon God surrenders the Yin Yang Mirror to him.
• Li Xinghe obtains the Yellow Middle Plum, an Innate Spiritual Root that can elevate a mortal to the Zenith Heaven Golden Immortal realm.
• Li Xinghe travels to Kunlun to trade for treasures, passing by the Three Pure Ones' cave-dwelling and noticing a young man who would later become a rival.

Character Developments

• Li Xinghe demonstrates his power and cunning, defeating the Yin Yang Demon God and obtaining the Yin Yang Mirror and the Yellow Middle Plum.
• The Yin Yang Demon God shows his strength but ultimately surrenders to Li Xinghe, hinting at a potential future alliance.
• The young man beside Laozi is introduced, who will later become a rival to Li Xinghe.

Significant Themes

• Power and its consequences: Li Xinghe's strength allows him to defeat the Yin Yang Demon God, but it also raises the stakes in his quest for more power.
• Fate and destiny: Li Xinghe's actions may be altering the course of the Primordial Era, hinting at the interconnectedness of events and the potential for change.
• The pursuit of treasures and their value: The Yellow Middle Plum and the Peach Tree are sought after for their immense power, but their true value lies in what they can achieve for those who possess them.

Character Interactions

• Li Xinghe and the Yin Yang Demon God: Their battle showcases their power and cunning, with Li Xinghe ultimately emerging victorious.
• Li Xinghe and the young man beside Laozi: Their brief encounter foreshadows a future rivalry, hinting at the complex dynamics of power and ambition in the Primordial Era.
• Li Xinghe and the Queen Mother of the West: Their interaction is brief, but it sets the stage for Li Xinghe's pursuit of the Peach Tree and his continued quest for power.