Ch. 181Hell's Grand Development! The Sages' Construction Mobilization Meeting!
Key Plot Points and Events
- The Enfeoffment Assembly concludes, with the Underworld's official positions settled.
- The Three Pure Ones discuss the Underworld's construction, with Yuanshi Tianzun, Tongtian Jiaozhu, and Taiqing Laozi deciding to help build it according to Lin Shen's "blueprint."
- In the West, Sage Jieyin and Zhunti plan to expand their influence by managing the 'Merit and Karma Accounting Department' and implementing a 'star-brushing' system.
- Old Ancestor Kunpeng receives a decree from the Demon Emperor to open a return route to the Netherworld and implement employee discounts.
- The Sages and Ancestral Shamans face difficulties in constructing the Underworld due to Lin Shen's abstract blueprint.
Character Developments
- Lin Shen, though still a child, is shown to have a profound understanding of the Underworld's purpose, with his blueprint reflecting a humanized and welcoming space.
- Yuanshi Tianzun, Tongtian Jiaozhu, and Taiqing Laozi show determination to help build the Underworld according to Lin Shen's vision.
- Sage Jieyin and Zhunti exhibit their commercial acumen, planning to expand their influence through the 'Merit and Karma Accounting Department.'
- Old Ancestor Kunpeng expresses frustration at being tasked with running a transport service for the Demon Race.
Significant Themes
- The establishment of the Underworld and the challenges faced in its construction.
- The contrast between the rigid, orderly vision of the Three Pure Ones and the more humanized, welcoming vision of Lin Shen.
- The commercialization of the Western Teachings' 'Merit and Karma Accounting Department.'
Character Interactions
- The Three Pure Ones discuss and agree to help build the Underworld according to Lin Shen's blueprint.
- Sage Jieyin and Zhunti collaborate on plans to expand their influence and wealth.
- Old Ancestor Kunpeng expresses his frustration to himself about his new role as the Demon Race's 'bus driver.'
- Hongjun Daozu guides Lin Shen in explaining his vision for the Underworld to the other Sages and Ancestral Shamans.