Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Sheng and his group encounter Shi Gu, the Third Boss of the White Dragon Gang, who attacks them.
• Xie Qingyun, Lin Sheng's master, arrives and engages in a fierce battle with Shi Gu.
• Lin Sheng and Wei Yun are injured but manage to stabilize their conditions with medicine.

Character Developments

• Lin Sheng demonstrates his resilience and quick thinking under pressure.
• Wei Yun shows concern for Lin Sheng and provides him with healing medicine.
• Xie Qingyun reveals her strength and determination to protect her disciples.
• Shi Gu displays his formidable power and ruthlessness.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics between the White Dragon Gang and the Seven Forms Sect.
• The consequences of provoking powerful enemies.
• The importance of quick thinking and adaptability in dangerous situations.

Character Interactions

• Lin Sheng and Wei Yun support each other and share their concerns.
• Xie Qingyun and Shi Gu engage in a fierce battle, showcasing their power and determination.
• Shi Gu's disregard for the Seven Forms Sect's authority is evident in his actions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ouyang Bing appears and forces Shi Gu to retreat, but does not kill him.
• Xie Qingyun and her disciples return to the Seven Forms Sect.
• Lin Sheng arranges for his family and friends to stay in the town at the foot of the mountain.
• Lin Sheng contemplates how to retrieve his belongings and the Three-eyed Spirit Monkey from his residence in Wanhua City.

Character Developments

• Xie Qingyun: She is injured in the fight against Shi Gu but recovers after taking a pill and resting.
• Lin Sheng: He shows concern for his master and is determined to retrieve his belongings and the Three-eyed Spirit Monkey.
• Cao Ying and Cao Luan: They agree to stay in the town at the foot of the mountain for their safety.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics between the Seven Forms Sect and the White Dragon Gang.
• The importance of bloodlines and latent bloodline potential in cultivation.
• The ruthlessness of Shi Gu and the potential danger he poses to Lin Sheng and his family.

Character Interactions

• Xie Qingyun and Lin Sheng: They have a conversation about Lin Sheng's latent bloodline and the nature of Bone Force.
• Lin Sheng and Cao Ying/Cao Luan: Lin Sheng arranges for them to stay in the town at the foot of the mountain for their safety.
• Lin Sheng and himself: Lin Sheng contemplates the risks and potential solutions for retrieving his belongings and the Three-eyed Spirit Monkey from Wanhua City.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Sheng continues his cultivation, reaching the peak of the Ape Fetus Technique and focusing on the Qingniao Chasing Star Finger. He realizes he needs to collect flying Spirit Beasts and prepare for the activation of the third imprint, but these plans require substantial financial support.
• Lin Sheng decides to deal with Shi Gu first to secure his position in the Qingniao Institute.
• In Wanhua City, Shi Gu meets with Black Dragon, his elder brother, and discusses their plans against the Seven Forms Sect and other powers in the city.
• Shi Gu orders his subordinates to withdraw from watching Lin Sheng but leaves the Three-eyed Spirit Monkey undisturbed, intrigued by Lin Sheng's secrets.
• Lin Sheng returns to his residence in Wanhua City, finds the Three-eyed Spirit Monkey weak from starvation, and feeds it. He then attempts to integrate with the monkey but is interrupted by an unknown figure.

Character Developments

• Lin Sheng: Continues his cultivation progress, shows determination in dealing with Shi Gu, and demonstrates strategic thinking in planning his future actions.
• Shi Gu: Reveals his true face to Black Dragon, showing a cunning and ambitious side, and displays interest in Lin Sheng's secrets.

Significant Themes

• Power and Ambition: Shi Gu's ambition is evident in his plans to take over the Seven Forms Sect and other powers in the city.
• Intrigue and Manipulation: Shi Gu's cunning and manipulative nature is shown in his discussion with Black Dragon and his interest in Lin Sheng's secrets.
• Cultivation and Growth: Lin Sheng's dedication to his cultivation and plans for the future highlight the theme of personal growth and improvement.

Character Interactions

• Lin Sheng and the Three-eyed Spirit Monkey: Lin Sheng feeds and attempts to integrate with the Three-eyed Spirit Monkey, showing a level of trust and understanding between them.
• Shi Gu and Black Dragon: The brothers discuss their plans, revealing Shi Gu's true nature and ambition, as well as the dynamics of their relationship.
• Lin Sheng and the unknown figure: The mysterious figure's appearance hints at an upcoming confrontation or interaction with Lin Sheng.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shi Gu, a sixth-level Bone Transformation martial artist, confronts Lin Sheng in Wanhua City.
• Lin Sheng summons Qi Ning, a Divine Form realm expert, to deal with Shi Gu.
• Qi Ning effortlessly defeats Shi Gu, demonstrating the vast gap in strength between realms.
• Lin Sheng cleans up the courtyard and returns to the Seven Forms Sect, leaving behind the Three-eyed Spirit Monkey.

Character Developments

• Lin Sheng: Shows resourcefulness and wisdom by inviting Qi Ning to handle Shi Gu, demonstrating his understanding of the power dynamics at play.
• Shi Gu: Reveals his true strength and bloodline ability, but ultimately falls to Qi Ning's power, highlighting the disparity between realms.
• Qi Ning: Displays her formidable strength and nonchalance, reinforcing her status as a Divine Form martial artist.

Significant Themes

• The power gap between realms: The difference in strength between Shi Gu and Qi Ning emphasizes the exponential growth in power as one ascends through the realms.
• The influence of background and connections: Lin Sheng's ability to summon Qi Ning underscores the importance of having powerful allies and backing in the martial world.

Character Interactions

• Lin Sheng and Shi Gu: Their confrontation highlights the tension and danger of their situation, with Shi Gu underestimating Lin Sheng and paying the price.
• Lin Sheng and Qi Ning: Their interaction is brief but efficient, showcasing the trust and understanding between them, as well as Qi Ning's willingness to help Lin Sheng.
• Shi Gu and Qi Ning: Their encounter is one-sided, with Qi Ning effortlessly defeating Shi Gu, demonstrating her overwhelming power and the vast gap between their realms.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Sheng spars with Bai Qing and gains insights into the Samadhi realm.
• Lin Sheng returns to Wanhua City and visits his family, where he meets Cao Ying.
• Zhao Kongfang tries to set up Lin Sheng with Cao Ying but fails.

Character Developments

• Lin Sheng's understanding of the Samadhi realm deepens.
• Zhao Kongfang shows his smooth-talking and matchmaking skills.
• Cao Ying is revealed to be a skilled cook and a potential romantic interest for Lin Sheng.

Significant Themes

• The importance of diligent practice and contemplation in cultivation (as shown by Lin Sheng's progress in the Samadhi realm).
• The role of social connections and smooth communication in navigating relationships (as demonstrated by Zhao Kongfang's interactions with Lin Sheng's family and Cao Ying).

Character Interactions

• Lin Sheng and Bai Qing have a friendly and respectful teacher-student relationship, with Bai Qing guiding Lin Sheng in his cultivation.
• Lin Sheng and Zhao Kongfang have a close senior-junior relationship, with Zhao Kongfang often teasing and advising Lin Sheng.
• Lin Sheng and Cao Ying have a friendly and business-like relationship, with Zhao Kongfang attempting to matchmake them.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Sheng returns to Wanhua City with the Caos and finds his residence untouched but the southern courtyard ransacked. He discovers a mutated Black Fiend Snake and integrates it.
• Shi Yan, the leader of the White Dragon Gang, suspects Chi Fa of the Crimson Whale Hall in the disappearance of his Third Boss, Shi Gu.
• Cao Ying and Cao Luan return to the city and plan to restart their business.

Character Developments

• Lin Sheng shows concern for the Caos' well-being and gives them money, indicating a softening of his initially cold demeanor.
• Shi Yan demonstrates his strategic thinking and calmness in the face of his brother's disappearance.
• Cao Ying shows resilience and resourcefulness in handling her business despite the challenges.

Significant Themes

• Trust and friendship: Lin Sheng's actions towards the Caos show a growing sense of trust and camaraderie.
• Power dynamics: The conflict between the White Dragon Gang and the Crimson Whale Hall highlights the power struggle in Wanhua City.
• Resilience: Cao Ying's determination to restart her business despite setbacks reflects her resilience.

Character Interactions

• Lin Sheng and the Caos: Their interactions show a growing friendship, with Lin Sheng demonstrating concern for their well-being.
• Shi Yan and Shi Kai: The brothers discuss the disappearance of Shi Gu, showing their close relationship and shared strategic thinking.
• Cao Ying and Cao Luan: The siblings discuss their business plans, showing their unity and shared determination.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Sheng consumes Star Dew Grass to improve his control over the Heart Ape talent and cultivates the Three Corpses Soul Severing Palm.
• He decides to visit the Dark Star stronghold to find suitable missions for quick money.
• At the Myriad Beasts Hall, Lin Sheng learns that the Ghost Face Black Plover is still unsold and considers buying it, but ultimately decides against it.
• Lin Sheng agrees to buy a flying Spirit Beast from Yang Niu within a month for 30% above the market price.
• At the Dark Star stronghold, Lin Sheng accepts a Gray Star level commission to kill Jade-Faced Man Kong Qi for 200 merit points.

Character Developments

• Lin Sheng's control over the Heart Ape talent improves significantly.
• Lin Sheng's cultivation of the Three Corpses Soul Severing Palm progresses, and he plans to activate his third imprint.
• Yang Niu's attitude towards Lin Sheng improves due to the benefits he gained from their previous transaction.
• The middle-aged woman at the Dark Star stronghold shows disdain for rapists and provides Lin Sheng with information about Jade-Faced Man Kong Qi.

Significant Themes

• The importance of cultivation and continuous improvement of one's abilities.
• The value of information and connections in achieving goals.
• The consequences of one's actions and the need to face them.

Character Interactions

• Lin Sheng interacts with Yang Niu at the Myriad Beasts Hall, leading to an agreement for a flying Spirit Beast.
• Lin Sheng accepts a mission from the Dark Star stronghold, interacting with the middle-aged woman who provides him with additional information.

Plot Points and Events

• A giant lizard-like Spirit Beast is pursued by a mysterious black mist in the mountains near Wanhua City.
• The Three Tigers of Tiannan, a trio of Blood Circulation Practitioners, are hunting the injured Spirit Beast.
• Lin Sheng meets with Zhao Kongfang to gather information about the Jade-Faced Man Kong Qi, who is believed to be hiding in nearby counties.
• Kong Qi is revealed to be a skilled assassin with numerous late-stage Blood Circulation realm experts killed by him.
• Zhao Kongfang mentions the Ground-Drilling Rat, another notorious criminal causing trouble recently.

Character Developments

• The Spirit Beast shows fear and attempts to escape the black mist, indicating a threat beyond its understanding.
• The Three Tigers of Tiannan display their cunning and caution, but also their overconfidence in their strength.
• Lin Sheng shows determination in pursuing Kong Qi despite the risks, and Zhao Kongfang expresses concern for his safety.

Significant Themes

• Fear and Powerlessness: The Spirit Beast's fear and inability to escape the black mist highlight the theme of helplessness in the face of overwhelming power.
• Overconfidence and Caution: The Three Tigers of Tiannan exhibit a balance between their confidence in their abilities and the caution necessary for their survival.
• Curiosity and Determination: Lin Sheng's pursuit of Kong Qi, despite the risks, is driven by curiosity and determination, contrasting with Zhao Kongfang's caution and concern.

Character Interactions

• The Spirit Beast and the black mist interact, with the mist pursuing and eventually controlling the beast.
• The Three Tigers of Tiannan interact, displaying their coordination and shared mindset, but also their differing opinions and roles within the group.
• Lin Sheng and Zhao Kongfang interact, with Zhao Kongfang providing information and expressing concern, while Lin Sheng maintains his determination despite the risks.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Sheng learns about Earth-Drilling Rat Pei Er, tenth on the Black List, from Zhao Kongfang.
• Pei Er is wanted for assassinating imperial officials, and his bounty is fifty thousand taels of silver.
• Liu Tianci, the youngest Silver Badge Constable, is relentlessly pursuing Pei Er to find Reverse Sword Wanyan Bei, the number one on the Black List.
• Pei Er is injured and on the run from Liu Tianci and his constables.

Character Developments

• Lin Sheng gains valuable information about the Black List from Zhao Kongfang.
• Pei Er, injured and cornered, is determined to evade capture and find an opportunity to strike back against Liu Tianci.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics and corruption within the imperial court.
• The pursuit of strength and resources in the martial world.
• Friendship and loyalty, as seen in Pei Er's determination to protect Wanyan Bei.

Character Interactions

• Lin Sheng and Zhao Kongfang discuss the Black List, with Zhao Kongfang sharing his knowledge about Pei Er and Wanyan Bei.
• Pei Er and Liu Tianci's constables engage in a cat-and-mouse chase, with Pei Er evading capture.
• Da Huang interacts with Lin Sheng, nudging him out of his trance-like state.

Plot Points and Events

• Lin Sheng discovers that his Spirit attribute has broken through again, reaching 3 points, which significantly improves his control over the Heart Ape talent.
• He tests his Heart Ape talent and finds he can now maintain it for 25 breaths without auxiliary medicines.
• Lin Sheng receives a letter from Zhao Kongfang with information about potential targets of the Jade-Faced Man Kong Qi in Zhoushan County.
• Lin Sheng travels to Zhoushan County, transforming into his crimson giant form to increase his speed.

Character Developments

• Lin Sheng's Spirit attribute breakthrough enhances his comprehension, allowing him to make significant progress in his Qingniao Chasing Star Finger technique.
• Lin Sheng's concern for Da Huang is revealed when he scolds it for eating the Spirit Beast jerky but still feeds it the remaining piece.

Significant Themes

• The benefits of a high Spirit attribute, including improved comprehension and control over powerful abilities.
• The consequences of Kong Qi's cultivation method, which requires him to engage in intercourse with virgins to prevent cultivation regression and madness.

Character Interactions

• Lin Sheng interacts with a servant from the Zhao family, who delivers a letter containing information about Kong Qi's potential targets.
• Lin Sheng's interaction with Da Huang shows his concern for the dog, despite scolding it for eating the Spirit Beast jerky.

Plot Points and Events

• The chapter begins with Kong Qi, a cultivator, in a brothel in Zhoushan County, where he kills two women and dissolves their bodies.
• Kong Qi plans to target one of three women for his cultivation needs: Su Mei (County Magistrate's daughter), Wang Hongli (County Gentry's granddaughter), or Sun Yu (Merchant's daughter).
• Lin Sheng arrives in Zhoushan County to track down Jade-Faced Man and confirms the locations of the Su, Wang, and Sun families.
• Pei Er, the Earth-Drilling Rat, hides in the Su Family Manor to avoid pursuit.

Character Developments

• Kong Qi: Revealed to be a cultivator with a sinister nature, targeting women for his cultivation.
• Lin Sheng: Arrives in Zhoushan County to track Jade-Faced Man, showing strategic planning and caution.
• Pei Er: Disguises himself as a servant in the Su Family Manor to hide from pursuers.
• Su Mei, Wang Hongli, and Sun Yu: The three potential targets of Kong Qi, each with their own personalities and relationships.

Significant Themes

• The dark side of cultivation, with Kong Qi's actions highlighting the potential dangers and immorality of some cultivators.
• The power dynamics in Zhoushan County, with the Su family being the most powerful and influential.
• The relationships between the three women, showing both harmony and tension.

Character Interactions

• Kong Qi interacts with the madam and women in the brothel, displaying his arrogance and disregard for life.
• Lin Sheng interacts with the locals, gathering information about the three families.
• Su Mei, Wang Hongli, and Sun Yu interact with each other, showing their relationships and dynamics.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Mei leaves Wanke Tower, escorted by two powerful Blood Circulation Practitioners.
• Lin Sheng observes and follows Su Mei, using a sachet with Star Dew Grass to track her.
• Kong Qi (mistaken for Pei Er) infiltrates the Su Manor and is pursued by Lin Sheng.
• A chase ensues outside the city, leading to a confrontation between Lin Sheng and Pei Er.
• Lin Sheng captures Pei Er, mistaking him for Kong Qi.

Character Developments

• Lin Sheng demonstrates his exceptional tracking skills and combat prowess.
• Pei Er shows his agility, strength, and earth burrowing ability.
• Both characters reveal their misunderstandings about each other's identities.

Significant Themes

• Misunderstandings and mistaken identities leading to conflict.
• The power of tracking and perception in combat and investigation.
• The use of unique abilities and techniques in battle.

Character Interactions

• Lin Sheng and Pei Er engage in a fierce battle, initially misunderstanding each other's intentions.
• Lin Sheng captures Pei Er, believing him to be Kong Qi, while Pei Er believes Lin Sheng is looking for Liu Tianci.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Pei Er, the Earth-Drilling Rat, tries to trick Lin Sheng into helping him escape from the constables by offering a large sum of money.
• Lin Sheng agrees but is later ambushed by the constables. After defeating them, he pursues Pei Er.
• Lin Sheng uses his vertical pupil to deter Pei Er, capturing him.

Character Developments

• Lin Sheng demonstrates his strength by defeating two late-stage Blood Circulation martial artists (the constables) and capturing Pei Er.
• Pei Er shows his cunning nature by trying to trick Lin Sheng and using his earth-drilling ability to escape.

Significant Themes

• The theme of deception and trust is prominent, with Pei Er trying to deceive Lin Sheng and Lin Sheng being cautious and ultimately untrusting.
• The theme of strength and power is also evident, with Lin Sheng's strength allowing him to overcome obstacles and capture Pei Er.

Character Interactions

• Lin Sheng and Pei Er interact, with Pei Er trying to manipulate Lin Sheng and Lin Sheng ultimately outsmarting him.
• Lin Sheng and the constables interact briefly, with Lin Sheng defeating them with ease.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Sheng encounters a mysterious figure in a bamboo hat who offers him a large sum of money and Bone Forging Pills in exchange for Pei Er.
• Lin Sheng accepts the deal and poisons Pei Er before leaving.
• Lin Sheng returns to Zhoushan County to continue his search for the Jade-Faced Man but finds no leads.
• He observes Su Mei's wedding procession and decides to focus on Sun Yu and Wang Hongli as potential targets.
• Lin Sheng purchases Spirit Beast blood to activate his third imprint and potent poison plants to cultivate his Three Corpses Soul Severing Palm.
• An old man and a boy arrive in Zhoushan County, seeking the Jade-Faced Man, with the old man claiming he could have been on the Black List 20 years ago.

Character Developments

• Lin Sheng demonstrates his decisiveness and cunning by accepting the deal for Pei Er and poisoning him.
• Lin Sheng shows determination in completing his mission, even after not finding any leads for several days.
• The old man reveals his confidence and experience in dealing with the Jade-Faced Man.

Significant Themes

• The pursuit of power and wealth, as seen in Lin Sheng's determination to complete his mission and the old man's desire to take down the Jade-Faced Man.
• The theme of deception and manipulation, as shown in Lin Sheng's deal with the figure in the bamboo hat and the old man's mysterious ways.

Character Interactions

• Lin Sheng interacts with the figure in the bamboo hat, making a deal for Pei Er.
• Lin Sheng observes the wedding procession of Su Mei, showing his dedication to his mission.
• The old man and the boy interact, with the old man expressing his confidence in dealing with the Jade-Faced Man and the boy showing skepticism.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A giant lizard exotic beast and the Three Tigers of Tiannan appear outside Zhoushan County, sensing their presence, Lin Sheng becomes alert.
• Kong Qi, a wanted criminal, infiltrates the Sun mansion to target Sun Yu, but encounters tracking methods and leaves without acting.
• An old man and a young man, who are tracking Kong Qi using a Yang Stone, arrive at the Sun mansion and chase after Kong Qi as he flees.

Character Developments

• Lin Sheng demonstrates his heightened senses and reaction time, showing growth in his abilities.
• Kong Qi shows his cautious nature and expertise in evasion and tracking countermeasures.
• The old man and the young man reveal their tracking skills and connection to Kong Qi's cultivation method.

Significant Themes

• The theme of danger and threat is prevalent, with Lin Sheng sensing danger, Kong Qi evading it, and the old man and young man pursuing it.
• The theme of cultivation and power is shown through the use of tracking methods and Kong Qi's cultivation of the Yin-Yang Union Skill.

Character Interactions

• Lin Sheng senses the danger but doesn't immediately act, showing restraint and caution.
• Kong Qi encounters tracking methods in the Sun mansion and decides to leave, showing his adaptability and caution.
• The old man and the young man chase after Kong Qi, showing their determination and teamwork.

Plot Points and Events

• Kong Qi, a Jade-Faced Man, encounters an elder and his disciple from the Yang Extremity lineage, his target for cultivation enhancement.
• Kong Qi, using the Yin-Yang Union Skill, battles the elder, who uses the Yang Extremity Skill. Kong Qi gains the upper hand.
• The elder uses a jade and stone combination to disrupt Kong Qi's cultivation, but Kong Qi quickly recovers.
• Lin Sheng appears, having eavesdropped on their conversation. He reveals himself after the battle.
• Kong Qi underestimates Lin Sheng and attacks, but Lin Sheng easily defeats him, decapitating him.

Character Developments

• Kong Qi: Initially confident and mocking, he becomes enraged and careless when Lin Sheng appears, leading to his defeat.
• Elder: Initially confident in his plan, he becomes desperate and fearful as the situation worsens, hoping for Lin Sheng's intervention.
• Lin Sheng: Calm and collected, he reveals himself at the opportune moment and easily defeats Kong Qi, demonstrating his strength.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and the consequences of underestimating opponents.
• The importance of knowledge and understanding one's enemies.
• The dangers of cultivating with unbalanced yin and yang energies.

Character Interactions

• Kong Qi and the Elder: They initially clash due to their opposing lineages and Kong Qi's desire to absorb the elder's Yang Extremity energy. Their interaction turns desperate and pleading as Kong Qi gains the upper hand.
• Lin Sheng and Kong Qi: Lin Sheng's calm demeanor contrasts with Kong Qi's mocking and underestimating attitude. Their interaction is brief but decisive, with Lin Sheng easily defeating Kong Qi.
• Lin Sheng and the Elder: The elder initially hopes for Lin Sheng's intervention but becomes anxious and fearful when he senses Lin Sheng's strength. Their interaction is minimal, with the elder mostly reacting to Lin Sheng's actions.

Plot Points and Events

• Lin Sheng, carrying Kong Qi's head and two captives, returns to Zhoushan County town, pursued by a Demon Seed in the form of an Earth Rock Giant Lizard.
• Liu Tianci battles Wanyan Bei (Reverse Sword) but retreats, leaving Wanyan Bei injured.
• Wanyan Bei and Pei Er encounter the Demon Seed while on their way to Wanhua City.

Character Developments

• Lin Sheng demonstrates his strength and ruthlessness by carrying captives and pursuing the Demon Seed.
• Liu Tianci shows his formidable strength and strategic thinking by retreating from his battle with Wanyan Bei.
• Wanyan Bei reveals his injury and determination to return to the Southern Qi Kingdom and avenge his master and sect.

Significant Themes

• The struggle against Demon Seeds and their threat to humanity.
• The pursuit of power and revenge, as seen in Wanyan Bei's character.
• The consequences of underestimating opponents, as seen in Wanyan Bei's battle with Liu Tianci.

Character Interactions

• Lin Sheng's interaction with the captives shows his disregard for their lives.
• Liu Tianci's interaction with his constables shows his authority and ruthlessness.
• Wanyan Bei and Pei Er's interaction shows their loyalty and trust in each other.

Plot Points and Events

• Lin Sheng uses the Three Corpses Soul Severing Palm to control the old man and the young man, then leaves them in a residence within Zhoushan county town.
• He feels a sudden weakening of the sense of crisis from his Danger Sense talent and decides to return to Wanhua City for closed-door cultivation.
• Lin Sheng returns to Wanhua City, claims the bounty for Kong Qi's head, and meets with Xie Qingyun for cultivation guidance.
• He then goes to the prefectural yamen to claim the additional bounty for Kong Qi's head, where he meets Wei Bo, the Silver Badge Constable in charge of Wanhua City yamen.

Character Developments

• Lin Sheng: He demonstrates his strategic thinking by using the Three Corpses Soul Severing Palm to control the old man and the young man, showing his growing ruthlessness and cunning. He also shows his determination to improve his strength through closed-door cultivation.
• Wei Bo: As the Silver Badge Constable in charge of Wanhua City yamen, he shows his authority and knowledge of the current situation in the city, indicating his experience and wisdom.

Significant Themes

• Power and Control: Lin Sheng's use of the Three Corpses Soul Severing Palm to control the old man and the young man demonstrates his growing power and desire for control.
• Ambition and Growth: Lin Sheng's decision to return to Wanhua City for closed-door cultivation shows his ambition to improve his strength and grow as a cultivator.
• Politics and Intrigue: The situation in Wanhua City, with various powers vying for control over the beast ore in Yunshui Mountain, highlights the political and intrigue-filled nature of the world Lin Sheng inhabits.

Character Interactions

• Lin Sheng interacts with the old man and the young man, using the Three Corpses Soul Severing Palm to control them and extract information about the Yin-Yang Union Skill.
• Lin Sheng meets with Xie Qingyun for cultivation guidance, showing his respect and deference towards her as his master.
• Lin Sheng meets with Wei Bo at the prefectural yamen, where they discuss the bounty for Kong Qi's head and the current situation in Wanhua City.

Plot Points and Events

• Lin Sheng visits the Myriad Beasts Hall, but Manager Yang is absent. He buys a large amount of Spirit Beast blood, activating his third imprint by 15%.
• Lin Sheng learns that the distribution of beast ore benefits has ended, and sect missions are increasing. He expects a mission soon.
• Yang Niu returns and invites Lin Sheng to see a captured Green-eyed Fierce Eagle, a top-tier flying Spirit Beast.

Character Developments

• Lin Sheng: He has entered the Blood Circulation realm, and his strength has improved significantly. He is now more confident in his abilities.
• Yang Niu: He has proven himself useful by procuring a valuable Spirit Beast, the Green-eyed Fierce Eagle, for Lin Sheng.

Significant Themes

• The importance of Spirit Beasts and their integration for martial artists' cultivation.
• The value of rare and powerful Spirit Beasts, and the high price they command.
• The relationship between Lin Sheng and Yang Niu, with Yang Niu trying to prove his worth to Lin Sheng.

Character Interactions

• Lin Sheng and Yang Niu: Their interaction revolves around the Green-eyed Fierce Eagle. Yang Niu tries to impress Lin Sheng with his acquisition, while Lin Sheng is satisfied but questions the price.
• Lin Sheng and the Green-eyed Fierce Eagle: Lin Sheng is interested in the eagle, seeing its potential for integration with his Qingniao Chasing Star Finger technique.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Sheng buys a severely injured Green-eyed Fierce Eagle and a Ghost Face Black Plover from Yang Niu.
• He integrates the Green-eyed Fierce Eagle, which significantly boosts his Agility, Strength, and Perception, and grants him the 'Penetration' talent.
• After integrating the Green-eyed Fierce Eagle, Lin Sheng's body transforms, growing taller and more muscular, with a layer of green scales that reduce air resistance.

Character Developments

• Lin Sheng demonstrates his negotiation skills and willingness to spend money on improving his strength.
• Yang Niu shows eagerness to sell the spirit beasts and willingness to negotiate the price.

Significant Themes

• The value and power of spirit beasts, and the willingness of humans to exploit them for their own gain.
• The competitive relationship between humans and exotic beasts.
• The importance of strength and the desire to grow stronger.

Character Interactions

• Lin Sheng interacts with Yang Niu, negotiating the price of the spirit beasts.
• Lin Sheng interacts with the Green-eyed Fierce Eagle and the Ghost Face Black Plover, integrating the former and preparing to integrate the latter.