Ch. 1281A Simple Scheme
Key Plot Points and Events
- General Baiman, following Yu Ming's orders, massacres a sacrificial village to find 'evidence' against them.
- Baiman is summoned to the Sacred Mountain of Chaos by Azathoth, who grants him Chaos Source, boosting his strength to the peak tier.
- Azathoth tasks Baiman with invading the Blood Realm, giving him the Evil God's Scythe as aid.
- Baiman secretly leads his elite troops towards the Blood Realm but encounters Yu Ming, Tong Wu, and The Barber along the way.
Character Developments
- Baiman: Initially loyal to Yu Ming, Baiman's ambition and greed grow after receiving power from Azathoth. He plans to betray Yu Ming and Azathoth to claim the Evil God's Scythe for himself.
- Azathoth: Acknowledges Baiman's talent and grants him power, but remains concerned about Yu Ming's well-being.
- Yu Ming: Anticipates Baiman's betrayal and intercepts him before he reaches the Blood Realm, revealing his true intentions.
Significant Themes
- Ambition and Greed: Baiman's growing ambition and greed lead him to betray his superiors, ultimately causing his downfall.
- Power and Control: Characters seek power to gain control over others and realms, leading to conflict and betrayal.
Character Interactions
- Baiman and Azathoth: Baiman receives power and a mission from Azathoth, but plans to betray him.
- Baiman and Yu Ming: Yu Ming anticipates Baiman's betrayal and intercepts him, revealing their true relationship.
- Yu Ming, Tong Wu, and The Barber: They work together to intercept Baiman, suggesting a united front against his ambition.