Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• The battle on Buzhou Mountain ends with the Demon Race's defeat and the Ancestral Witches' victory.
• Ancestral Witch Dijiang activates the Demon Suppressing Banner, killing Di Jun but causing a backlash that threatens his life.
• The other Ancestral Witches attempt to help Dijiang but are overwhelmed by the Saintly power, leading to their deaths.
• The surviving Demon Race remnants flee to the Sun God Palace, where the young Golden Crow Crown Prince learns of his father's and uncle's demise.
• Taiyi's remnant soul merges with an Innate Spiritual Root to create the Immortal Slaying Flying Knife, leaving it to his nephew for protection.
• Jieyin and Zhunti of the West return, expressing their condolences.

Character Developments

• Ancestral Witch Dijiang sacrifices himself to defeat Di Jun but pays the ultimate price.
• The other Ancestral Witches perish while trying to save Dijiang, highlighting their loyalty and unity.
• The young Golden Crow Crown Prince faces the reality of his family's demise and inherits Taiyi's legacy.
• Taiyi, despite his impending dissipation, focuses on protecting his nephew and the Demon Race's future.

Significant Themes

• The consequences of overreaching one's power and limits.
• Loyalty and unity among the Ancestral Witches.
• The cycle of life and death, and the struggle for survival.
• The importance of legacy and passing on knowledge and power.

Character Interactions

• Dijiang and the other Ancestral Witches: They display a strong bond, willing to sacrifice themselves to save each other.
• The young Golden Crow Crown Prince and Taiyi: Their relationship is one of trust and responsibility, with Taiyi entrusting his nephew with the Demon Race's future.
• Jieyin and Zhunti of the West and the young Golden Crow: They express sympathy and understanding towards the young prince's loss, showing compassion despite their opposing sides.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Western Teachings' Sages, Jieyin and Zhunti, attempt to recruit the little Golden Crow, offering him safety and supreme dharma.
• The Three Pure Ones and Sect Master Tongtian intervene, claiming the Chaos Bell for their sects.
• Jieyin and Zhunti leave with the little Golden Crow, humiliated.
• Chen Song is left behind and struggles to communicate with his masters, who instruct him to return on his own.
• Chen Song and Big White attempt to retrieve the Witch-Slaying Sword and Demon Suppressing Banner but fail as the treasures escape.
• Chen Song witnesses the surviving Witch Race soldiers in despair after their leaders' defeat.

Character Developments

• The little Golden Crow, despite his anger, agrees to join the Western Teachings to preserve the Demon Race's vitality.
• Chen Song demonstrates frustration and determination as he's left behind and must rely on himself.
• The surviving Witch Race soldiers show despair and loss after their leaders' defeat.

Significant Themes

• Karma and Destiny: The little Golden Crow's decision to join the Western Teachings is seen as karma, and the treasures' escape can be interpreted as the will of the Heavenly Dao.
• Power Dynamics: The intervention of the Three Pure Ones and Sect Master Tongtian showcases their power and influence, while the Witch Race's defeat highlights their vulnerability.
• Loyalty and Abandonment: Chen Song's frustration at being left behind by his masters contrasts with the little Golden Crow's acceptance of his fate.

Character Interactions

• The little Golden Crow interacts with Jieyin and Zhunti, initially angry but ultimately compliant.
• Chen Song interacts with his masters, feeling frustrated and abandoned.
• Chen Song and Big White interact, demonstrating their bond and shared frustration.
• The surviving Witch Race soldiers interact, showing despair and loss.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Empress Pingxin (Houtu) appears as an avatar to save the surviving Witch Race members after the devastating Witch-Demon Conflict.
• She opens the Netherworld passage for her kin to enter and recuperate, promising them a place of continuation.
• Ancestral Witch Gonggong, driven mad by grief and despair, decides to destroy Buzhou Mountain, the pillar supporting heaven and earth.
• Gonggong self-destructs, crashing into Buzhou Mountain and causing it to break in half, leading to the collapse of the sky curtain and the pouring of the Heavenly River into the Great Wilderness.

Character Developments

• Empress Pingxin (Houtu) demonstrates her compassion and responsibility towards her kin, taking them in despite her own sacrifice.
• Ancestral Witch Gonggong's grief and despair lead him to make a desperate, world-altering decision.

Significant Themes

• Sacrifice: Both Empress Pingxin and Ancestral Witch Gonggong make significant sacrifices for their people, with Gonggong's sacrifice leading to catastrophic consequences.
• Unfairness and Despair: Gonggong's decision to destroy Buzhou Mountain is driven by his perception of the unfairness of heaven and earth, leading to a profound sense of despair.

Character Interactions

• Empress Pingxin (Houtu) and Ancestral Witch Gonggong: Pingxin's attempt to stop Gonggong highlights their sibling bond, while Gonggong's decision to proceed despite her intervention shows his determination and despair.
• Chen Song, Big White, and the surviving Witch Race members: They watch the events unfold with deep emotion, highlighting their connection to the Witch Race and the gravity of the situation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Buzhou Mountain collapses, causing the sky to split and the Water of the Celestial River to flood the Great Wilderness.
• Chen Song and Big White are at the edge of this catastrophe and are barely protected by their Spiritual Treasures.
• The Three Pure Ones and Empress Nuwa intervene to stabilize the collapsing sky temporarily.
• Nuwa tasks Chen Song with finding an object to support the heavens while she focuses on mending the celestial rift.
• Chen Song suggests the North Sea Mysterious Tortoise and travels there with Big White.

Character Developments

• Chen Song: Despite his initial reluctance, he accepts the responsibility given by Nuwa, demonstrating a growing sense of duty and courage.
• Kunpeng: Having recently fled the Witch-Demon battlefield, he is wary and defensive, showing a desire to avoid further trouble.

Significant Themes

• Responsibility and Duty: Chen Song's acceptance of his task highlights the theme of responsibility, even when faced with overwhelming odds.
• Consequences of Actions: Kunpeng's past actions have led him to his current situation, where he is hesitant to involve himself further in the affairs of the Great Wilderness.

Character Interactions

• Chen Song and Nuwa: Nuwa's trust in Chen Song is evident as she entrusts him with a crucial task, while Chen Song shows deference and respect towards her.
• Chen Song and Kunpeng: Chen Song uses his connection to the Three Pure Ones to gain Kunpeng's attention and cooperation, while Kunpeng is initially wary but shows a willingness to listen due to Chen Song's polite and respectful demeanor.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Kunpeng, fearing Nuwa's intentions, agrees to lead Chen Song to the North Sea Mysterious Tortoise.
• Chen Song and Big White reach the Mysterious Tortoise's shell, a vast, floating island with its own ecosystem.
• Chen Song attempts to persuade the Mysterious Tortoise to support the sky, but the ancient creature is uninterested in the fate of the Great Wilderness.
• Chen Song learns that the Mysterious Tortoise is unable to move due to its immense size and the creatures living on its back, making it impossible for it to support the sky without causing immense slaughter and karma.

Character Developments

• Kunpeng: Fears Nuwa's intentions and avoids the Mysterious Tortoise due to their past grudges.
• Chen Song: Demonstrates wisdom and persuasive skills in attempting to convince the Mysterious Tortoise, but ultimately faces a challenge beyond his capabilities.
• Mysterious Tortoise: Reveals its inability to move and the reason behind its reluctance to support the sky, displaying a deep understanding of karma and the interconnectedness of life.

Significant Themes

• The interconnectedness of life and the consequences of one's actions on others.
• The burden of ancient beings and their reluctance to interfere in the affairs of the world.
• The struggle between personal freedom and the responsibility towards others.

Character Interactions

• Chen Song and Kunpeng: Chen Song manipulates Kunpeng into leading him to the Mysterious Tortoise, while Kunpeng avoids confronting the ancient creature due to their past disputes.
• Chen Song and Mysterious Tortoise: Chen Song attempts to persuade the Mysterious Tortoise to support the sky, but the ancient creature remains unmoved by his arguments.
• Chen Song and Big White: Chen Song reassures Big White about their situation, and they share a moment of understanding.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Empress Nuwa convinces the Mysterious Tortoise to sacrifice its limbs to become celestial pillars, saving the beings on its back and granting it reincarnation.
• Nuwa retrieves the limbs and returns to Buzhou Mountain, where she refines the Five-Colored Stones using the Qiankun Cauldron to mend the broken heavens.
• The Five-Colored Stones successfully repair the sky, stopping the collapse of the heavens and the Great Wilderness world.

Character Developments

• Empress Nuwa: Demonstrates her wisdom, compassion, and immense power as a Saint, convincing the Mysterious Tortoise to sacrifice for the greater good and successfully mending the heavens.
• Mysterious Tortoise: Accepts Nuwa's offer, finding relief in the promise of reincarnation after millennia of loneliness.
• Chen Song: Assists Nuwa in finding the Mysterious Tortoise and is taken back by Nuwa to witness the mending of the heavens.

Significant Themes

• Sacrifice for the Greater Good: The Mysterious Tortoise sacrifices itself to save the beings on its back and achieve reincarnation, highlighting the theme of selfless sacrifice for the benefit of others.
• Destruction and Rebirth: The collapse of the heavens and the subsequent mending process emphasize the cyclical nature of destruction and rebirth in the universe.

Character Interactions

• Empress Nuwa and Mysterious Tortoise: Nuwa convinces the Tortoise to make the ultimate sacrifice, showing compassion and understanding.
• Empress Nuwa and Chen Song: Nuwa takes Chen Song back to witness the mending of the heavens, showing her mentorship and care for him.
• Empress Nuwa and Three Pure Ones: The Three Pure Ones support Nuwa in mending the heavens, demonstrating their unity and cooperation in the face of crisis.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Great Wilderness is mended, and the Heavenly Dao Merit descends, with Nuwa receiving the most, followed by the Mysterious Tortoise's legs, and the Three Pure Ones. A small portion goes to Chen Song and Big White.
• The Dao Ancestor Hongjun summons all Saints and Chen Song to the Purple霄 Palace to discuss the reorganization of the Great Wilderness' order.
• In the Purple霄 Palace, Hongjun reprimands Nuwa and the Three Pure Ones for their involvement in the Witch-Demon calamity, but decides not to pursue it further due to their merits.
• Hongjun rebukes the Two Saints of the West, Jieyin and Zhunti, for their role in instigating the calamity and warns them against further ambitions.

Character Developments

• Nuwa's Saintly position becomes even more stable after mending the heavens.
• The Three Pure Ones take responsibility for their actions during the calamity.
• Chen Song demonstrates his loyalty and affection towards his Master, Laozi.
• Jieyin and Zhunti are reprimanded by Hongjun, showing their ambition and fear.

Significant Themes

• The impartiality of the Heavenly Dao, which rewards and punishes based on merit and fault.
• The consequences of intervention in worldly affairs, even for Saints.
• The interconnectedness of actions and their repercussions in the Great Wilderness.

Character Interactions

• Nuwa and the Three Pure Ones acknowledge their faults and accept Hongjun's judgment.
• Chen Song shows his support for Laozi, raising a "banner" for him in his heart.
• Jieyin and Zhunti attempt to shift blame but are rebuked by Hongjun, highlighting their ambition and fear.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Dao Ancestor Hongjun outlines the post-tribulation arrangements: Demons retreat to the north, Witches manage Reincarnation, Humans are destined to rule.
• He announces the structure for Human governance: Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors.
• Nuwa requests Fuxi's reincarnation as the Heavenly Sovereign and the Mysterious Tortoise's reincarnation as a Human.
• Nuwa appoints Chen Song as the Heavenly Sovereign's teacher.
• Daoist Jieyin and Zhunti dramatically plea for the Imperial Teacher position, citing the West's hardships.

Character Developments

• Dao Ancestor Hongjun demonstrates impartiality and authority in decision-making.
• Nuwa shows selflessness and concern for her brother Fuxi and the Mysterious Tortoise.
• Chen Song is surprised and hesitant about his new role as the Heavenly Sovereign's teacher.
• Daoist Jieyin and Zhunti exhibit dramatic and somewhat manipulative behavior.

Significant Themes

• Destiny and Merit: The Saints seek to influence the Human Race's destiny through education.
• Selflessness vs. Self-interest: Nuwa's actions contrast with Jieyin and Zhunti's pleas for personal gain.
• The West's portrayal: The Western Saints emphasize their hardships to gain sympathy and support.

Character Interactions

• Nuwa interacts with Hongjun and Pingxin to secure Fuxi's reincarnation.
• Chen Song is appointed by Nuwa as the Heavenly Sovereign's teacher, causing him to question his readiness.
• Jieyin and Zhunti collaborate to plead for the Imperial Teacher position, drawing criticism from Lord of the Beginning and Tongtian.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Three Pure Ones (Taiqing, Yuqing, and Shengxiao) confront Jieyin and Zhunti, leading to a tense standoff.
• The distribution of the Teachers of the Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors is decided:
  • Teacher of Emperor Fuxi: Chen Song.
  • Teacher of the Earthly Sovereign: Intercepting Sect.
  • Teacher of the Human Sovereign: Heavenly Origin Sect.
  • Teachers of the Five Emperors: Four to the Western Teachings, the last to the Mystic Gate.
• Hongjun Dao Ancestor entrusts the Witch-Slaying Sword (renamed Human Emperor Sword) to Laozi and Chen Song, and the Demon Suppressing Banner (renamed Human Emperor Banner) to Empress Pingxin.

Character Developments

• Chen Song's role expands as he is designated to assist Laozi in managing the Teachers of the Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors, and later receives the Human Emperor Sword.
• Empress Pingxin secures the Human Emperor Banner, seeing it as a means to protect the remaining Witch Race and their descendants.
• Hongjun Dao Ancestor shows his wisdom and foresight in entrusting the artifacts and managing the distribution of the teachers.

Significant Themes

• The balance of power between different factions and their influence on the future of the Human Race.
• The karmic entanglements and responsibilities that come with powerful artifacts.
• The potential for new beginnings and hope under the Heavenly Dao.

Character Interactions

• Tension between the Three Pure Ones and Jieyin and Zhunti, leading to a compromise.
• Chen Song's interaction with his master, Laozi, and his growing role in managing the teachers.
• Empress Pingxin's interaction with Hongjun Dao Ancestor, leading to her securing the Human Emperor Banner.
• The Three Pure Ones' united front and their influence on the distribution of the teachers.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jieyin and Zhunti return to the West after the discussion in the Purple Heaven Palace.
• They lament the West's barrenness and lack of resources compared to the East.
• They struggle to find suitable disciples to become Imperial Tutors for the Five Emperors.
• They decide to send Maitreya and Medicine Master as tutors, with the hope of attracting more talent from the East in the future.

Character Developments

• Jieyin and Zhunti: They express their frustration and helplessness at the West's situation and their inability to compete with the East. They show concern for the future of their teachings.
• Maitreya and Medicine Master: They demonstrate their dedication and capability, accepting the responsibility of Imperial Tutors with seriousness.

Significant Themes

• Inequality and Struggle: The West's barrenness and lack of resources contrast with the East's abundance, reflecting the struggle of the Western Teachings against the dominant Eastern forces.
• Merit and Destiny: The Saints emphasize the importance of securing the positions of Imperial Tutor to gain Merit and Destiny, highlighting the competitive nature of the cultivation world.

Character Interactions

• Jieyin and Zhunti: They interact as senior and junior brothers, expressing their shared frustration and strategizing together.
• Jieyin and Maitreya/Medicine Master: Jieyin admonishes them seriously about their responsibility, showing his concern and trust in his disciples.
• Zhunti and Maitreya/Medicine Master: Zhunti provides practical advice, emphasizing the importance of gaining Merit and Destiny for the West.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Three Pure Ones (Laozi, Lord of the Beginning, and Sect Master Tongtian) meet after the Purple Heaven Palace discussions.
• Laozi reveals that the Dao Ancestor has given him the purified Witch-Slaying Sword.
• They discuss the appointment of tutors for the Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors.
• Chen Song recommends Zhao Gongming, eldest disciple of the Intercepting Sect's outer sect, as the tutor for the last of the Five Emperors.

Character Developments

• Laozi: Shows calm and wisdom in handling the appointments, demonstrating his leadership among the Three Pure Ones.
• Chen Song: Displays political acumen by recommending Zhao Gongming, balancing the interests of the three sects and avoiding favoritism towards his junior brother, Xuandu.
• Sect Master Tongtian: Eager for opportunities for his disciples, he readily agrees to Chen Song's recommendation of Zhao Gongming.
• Lord of the Beginning: Initially has reservations about Zhao Gongming's origins but agrees to the appointment, showing a willingness to compromise.

Significant Themes

• Brotherhood: The Three Pure Ones' bond is highlighted as they discuss the appointments together.
• Fairness and Balance: Chen Song's recommendation of Zhao Gongming shows his awareness of the need to balance interests among the three sects.
• Responsibility: The appointed tutors are given great responsibilities, emphasizing the importance of their roles in the Human Race's future.

Character Interactions

• Laozi and Chen Song: Laozi shows approval of Chen Song's recommendations, indicating his trust in his disciple's judgment.
• Sect Master Tongtian and Lord of the Beginning: Despite their differing opinions, they maintain a brotherly bond, with Tongtian putting his arm around Lord of the Beginning's shoulders.
• Chen Song and Big White: Chen Song protects Big White from Laozi's reprimand, showing his affection for the dog.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lord of the Beginning announces the agreement made in Purple Heaven Palace, revealing the rise of the Human Race and the roles of the Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors.
• Guang Chengzi is appointed as the Imperial Tutor for the Human Emperor.
• Daoist Randeng, the Vice Sect Master, feels humiliated and resentful at not being chosen.
• Sect Master Tongtian announces the Imperial Tutors for the Earth Emperor and the Five Emperors: Daoist Duobao and Zhao Gongming, respectively.
• The chosen Imperial Tutors begin intense preparation and cultivation.

Character Developments

• Lord of the Beginning: Shows favoritism towards Guang Chengzi, prioritizing origin and connection over seniority and cultivation.
• Daoist Randeng: Feels humiliated and resentful at being overlooked, hinting at potential future conflict.
• Guang Chengzi: Accepts his appointment with humility and determination.
• Daoist Duobao: Expresses joy and confidence in his new role.
• Zhao Gongming: Surprised and grateful for his opportunity, pledges to live up to expectations.

Significant Themes

• Favoritism and Nepotism: Lord of the Beginning's preference for Guang Chengzi over Randeng highlights the importance of origin and connection.
• Resentment and Humiliation: Randeng's feelings of being overlooked and disrespected foreshadow potential conflict.
• Responsibility and Ambition: The chosen Imperial Tutors understand the gravity of their roles and are determined to live up to expectations.

Character Interactions

• Lord of the Beginning and Guang Chengzi: The master-student relationship is shown to be close and respectful, with Lord of the Beginning showing favoritism towards Guang Chengzi.
• Daoist Randeng and Guang Chengzi: Randeng's resentment towards Guang Chengzi hints at potential future conflict.
• Daoist Duobao and Zhao Gongming: The two express joy and determination in their new roles, showing a sense of camaraderie and shared honor among the Intercepting Sect disciples.
• Sect Master Tongtian and his disciples: Tongtian's open and generous ethos is shown in his interactions with his disciples, who congratulate each other with little envy.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Song decides to enter seclusion to break through to the Quasi-Saint realm after learning about his responsibility as the Imperial Tutor.
• He chooses to 'Slay the Three Corpses' as his path to becoming a Saint, seeing it as less troublesome and with vast prospects.
• Chen Song begins his seclusion, dedicating himself to comprehending the Five Elements Great Dao.
• Five hundred years pass, and Chen Song is on the verge of triggering the tribulation of Slaying the Corpses when he's interrupted by Big White.
• A fight between disciples of the Heavenly Origin Sect and the Intercepting Sect occurs outside Kunlun Mountain, prompting Chen Song to intervene.

Character Developments

• Chen Song accepts his responsibility as the Imperial Tutor and decides to work hard, initially planning to break through to the Quasi-Saint realm before teaching.
• He becomes more determined and focused during his seclusion, steadily improving his cultivation and understanding of the Five Elements Great Dao.
• Big White, despite causing trouble, shows concern for Chen Song and the harmony between the sects.

Significant Themes

• Responsibility and duty (Chen Song's decision to enter seclusion and his intervention in the sect dispute).
• The path to enlightenment and becoming a Saint (Chen Song's choice to 'Slay the Three Corpses').
• The consequences of inter-sect conflicts (the fight between disciples of the Heavenly Origin Sect and the Intercepting Sect).

Character Interactions

• Chen Song interacts with Big White, showing irritation at his interruptions but also acknowledging his concern.
• The Three Pure Ones discuss Chen Song's progress, showing relief and expectation for his breakthrough.
• Chen Song's intervention in the sect dispute demonstrates his role as the First Senior Brother, maintaining harmony between the sects.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Song arrives at a valley outside Kunlun Mountain to find disciples of the Heavenly Origin Sect and the Intercepting Sect engaged in a fierce battle.
• The Heavenly Origin Sect disciples use refined, sharp attacks and rigorous formations, but are outnumbered.
• The Intercepting Sect disciples have varied Spiritual Powers and magical treasures, with Zhao Gongming leading them, showcasing incredible strength with his Sea-Calming Divine Pearls.
• Chen Song intervenes, using his peak Grand Unity Golden Immortal cultivation to disarm all disciples with a single move, sweeping away their magical treasures.

Character Developments

• Chen Song demonstrates his powerful cultivation and authority as the First Senior Brother, easily subduing both sects' disciples.
• Zhao Gongming, initially arrogant and boisterous, is humbled and admits his impulsiveness after seeing Chen Song's power.

Significant Themes

• The conflict arises from doctrinal differences and pride, reflecting the theme of internal strife and the importance of unity.
• Chen Song's intervention highlights the theme of authority and power, showing how his strength can bring order and control.

Character Interactions

• Chen Song asserts his dominance over both sects' disciples, using his power to silence them and confiscate their magical treasures.
• Zhao Gongming and the Heavenly Origin Sect disciples argue over their respective sects' strengths, leading to the battle.
• Lord of the Beginning and Sect Master Tongtian arrive to find the aftermath, their expressions complex, likely reflecting their disapproval of the disciples' actions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lord of the Beginning, Sect Master Tongtian, and Laozi descend into the valley to find Heavenly Origin and Intercepting Sect disciples in conflict.
• Chen Song intervenes, using the concept of "seeking common ground while preserving differences" to address the sects' ideological differences.
• Lord of the Beginning and Sect Master Tongtian agree to adjust their sects' approaches based on Chen Song's advice.
• Laozi decides to separate the sects' dojos on Kunlun Mountain to prevent further conflicts.

Character Developments

• Chen Song demonstrates maturity and wisdom, earning respect from his Martial Uncles.
• Lord of the Beginning acknowledges the need to prioritize character and cultivation over origins and backgrounds.
• Sect Master Tongtian recognizes the need to manage his disciples more effectively.

Significant Themes

• Unity in diversity: The Three Pure Ones lineage should strive for common goals while accepting and respecting each other's differences.
• The importance of character and cultivation: Origins and backgrounds should not be the sole determinant of worth.
• Effective management: The Intercepting Sect needs better management to prevent internal strife.

Character Interactions

• Chen Song acts as a mediator between the Heavenly Origin and Intercepting Sects, earning respect from his Martial Uncles.
• Lord of the Beginning and Sect Master Tongtian initially clash but eventually agree on a course of action.
• Laozi observes and guides the situation, ultimately deciding on the separation of the sects' dojos.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Song successfully severs his Good Corpse, reaching the Early Quasi-Saint realm.
• The Good Corpse, now named Song Yuan, is created and given a name by Laozi.
• Hongyun's remnant soul agrees to let the Human Race use the Fire Cloud Cave as a sacred land.
• The Eight Sceneries Palace relocates to Shouyang Mountain, and the Kongtong Seal appears, marking the start of the Human Race's great flourishing.
• Guang Chengzi and Duobao, Chen Song's Martial Uncles, reach the late stage of Grand Unity Golden Immortal but feel they haven't met expectations.

Character Developments

• Chen Song achieves a significant milestone in his cultivation journey, entering the Quasi-Saint realm and gaining an independent Good Corpse.
• Song Yuan, Chen Song's Good Corpse, is created and named, ready to assist Chen Song.
• Guang Chengzi and Duobao, while having made progress, feel they haven't met their Master's expectations and are unsure about their roles as teachers to the Human Emperor.

Significant Themes

• The theme of cultivation and personal growth continues, with Chen Song's advancement and his Martial Uncles' introspection.
• The preparation for the Human Race's great flourishing is a significant theme, with the relocation of the Eight Sceneries Palace and the appearance of the Kongtong Seal.

Character Interactions

• Chen Song interacts with his Good Corpse Song Yuan, delegating tasks and giving it a name.
• Laozi interacts with Chen Song, guiding him and providing assistance.
• Guang Chengzi and Duobao interact with their Masters (Lord of the Beginning and Sect Master Tongtian, respectively), expressing their concerns about their roles as teachers to the Human Emperor.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Song, after emerging from seclusion, receives a mission from his master, Laozi, to inform Nuwa that the time for the Human Race's flourishing has come, and Fuxi should return.
• Chen Song, accompanied by his dog, Big White, travels to Wa Huang Palace to meet Nuwa.
• Nuwa agrees to the plan and decides to accompany Chen Song to the Underworld to arrange Fuxi's reincarnation.

Character Developments

• Chen Song: Initially lazy and reluctant to take on the mission, he becomes serious and committed once given the task.
• Nuwa: Shows anticipation, relief, and worry upon hearing about Fuxi's return. She demonstrates her power and influence by directly transporting Chen Song and Big White to the Underworld.

Significant Themes

• The return of Fuxi and the Human Race's flourishing are central themes, highlighting the cyclical nature of life and the importance of the Human Race's path.
• The power dynamics and relationships between the characters, particularly the hierarchy among the deities and the respect shown to Nuwa and Fuxi.

Character Interactions

• Chen Song and Laozi: Master-disciple relationship, with Laozi giving instructions and Chen Song showing respect and obedience.
• Chen Song and Nuwa: They show mutual respect and understanding, with Nuwa showing kindness to Chen Song and Big White.
• Chen Song and Big White: A playful dynamic, with Chen Song often kicking or scolding Big White, but also showing affection and care.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Empress Nuwa, Chen Song, and Big White visit the Netherworld to oversee Fuxi's reincarnation.
• Fuxi's true spirit, along with the Mysterious Tortoise's, enters the Human Path reincarnation under Empress Pingxin's guidance.
• Chen Song is invited by Empress Pingxin for a tour of the Netherworld, which has been significantly transformed.
• The Ten Halls of Hell are now managed by Ancestral Witches, who serve as Kings of Hell, each with their unique styles of judgment.
• Xuanming (Meng Po) is found brewing the Water of Forgetfulness, seemingly at peace with her role.
• Ancestral Witches, now Kings of Hell, invite Chen Song to play Mahjong, but he declines due to his responsibilities.

Character Developments

• Empress Nuwa: Shows concern for her brother Fuxi's reincarnation and entrusts Chen Song with his guidance.
• Empress Pingxin: Demonstrates her authority and wisdom in managing the Netherworld and Fuxi's reincarnation. She also shows a more personal side, enjoying Chen Song's company and the changes in the Netherworld.
• Chen Song: Struggles to maintain his composure amidst the enthusiastic Ancestral Witches, revealing his humility and responsibility towards his duties.
• Ancestral Witches: Now serving as Kings of Hell, they show their unique personalities and eagerness for entertainment, particularly Mahjong.

Significant Themes

• Reincarnation and the Cycle of Life: Fuxi's reincarnation and the ghosts' reincarnation process highlight the cyclical nature of life and death.
• Change and Adaptation: The Netherworld's transformation and the Ancestral Witches' new roles illustrate how beings adapt to new circumstances.
• Responsibility and Duty: Chen Song's struggle to decline the Ancestral Witches' invitation emphasizes his sense of responsibility towards his duties.

Character Interactions

• Empress Nuwa and Empress Pingxin: The two sisters show mutual respect and understanding, working together to ensure Fuxi's smooth reincarnation.
• Chen Song and Ancestral Witches: Chen Song's interactions with the Ancestral Witches reveal their playful and enthusiastic nature, contrasting with their roles as Kings of Hell.
• Empress Pingxin and Chen Song: Their interaction shows Pingxin's affection for Chen Song and her appreciation for the changes he brings to the Netherworld.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Empress Pingxin dismisses everyone except Chen Song, hinting at an important matter.
• She reveals her concern for the survival of Witch-Human hybrids and asks if they can contend for the Human Emperor position.
• Chen Song evades a direct answer, pushing the issue onto timing and Heavenly Secrets.
• Empress Pingxin presents Di Jun's true spirit, seeking Chen Song's advice on how to deal with it.
• Chen Song proposes reincarnating Di Jun as a human to unify the Human Race and settle his karma with the Witch-Slaying Sword.
• Empress Pingxin agrees to Chen Song's plan and brings up the vacant position of Emperor Fengdu in the Underworld.

Character Developments

• Chen Song: Demonstrates his cleverness and resourcefulness in handling the Di Jun situation. He also shows reluctance in taking on more responsibilities, highlighting his human-like limitations.
• Empress Pingxin: Shows care for the Witch-Human hybrids and appreciation for Chen Song's ideas. She remains calm and calculating, pushing for her goals without being overly forceful.

Significant Themes

• Reincarnation and settling karmic debts.
• The struggle for survival and recognition among different races.
• The burden of responsibility and the desire to avoid it.

Character Interactions

• Chen Song and Empress Pingxin: Their interaction is a mix of respect and wariness from Chen Song, and calculated manipulation from Empress Pingxin. Despite this, they share a mutual respect and understanding.
• Chen Song and Di Jun's true spirit: Chen Song shows respect and consideration for Di Jun's true spirit, treating it as a potential asset rather than a threat.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Song visits Empress Pingxin in the Underworld to discuss Fuxi's reincarnation.
• Pingxin reveals the vacant position of Emperor Fengdu, which Chen Song must fill.
• Chen Song remembers Immortal Elder Nanji, a disciple of Second Martial Uncle Yuanshi, as a suitable candidate.
• Chen Song travels to Kunlun Mountain to persuade Second Martial Uncle Yuanshi to let Nanji take the position.

Character Developments

• Chen Song shows initiative and resourcefulness in solving the Emperor Fengdu issue.
• Empress Pingxin demonstrates her manipulative nature, pushing the responsibility onto Chen Song.
• Second Martial Uncle Yuanshi shows approval of Chen Song's new status as a Quasi-Saint.

Significant Themes

• The importance of filling the Emperor Fengdu position for the smooth operation of the Underworld.
• The balance of power and reputation among the Three Pure Ones' lineages and the Heavenly Origin Sect.

Character Interactions

• Chen Song and Empress Pingxin: Chen Song is manipulated into finding a replacement for Emperor Fengdu, while Pingxin subtly pressures him.
• Chen Song and Second Martial Uncle Yuanshi: Chen Song respectfully presents his case for Nanji to become Emperor Fengdu, seeking Yuanshi's approval.