Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Great Battle between the Demon Clan and the Zifu Immortal Court begins.
• Both sides clash fiercely, with heavy casualties on both sides.
• Jieyin and Zhunti betray the Purple Mansion, taking many living beings and fleeing westward.
• Niu Ben attempts to loot the Purple Mansion's Treasure Vault but finds it already ransacked.

Character Developments

• Di Jun shows his ruthlessness and disregard for life.
• East Prince Gong's rage and desperation grow as he realizes the betrayal of his allies.
• Niu Ben's greed and opportunism are evident as he tries to take advantage of the chaos.

Significant Themes

• Brutality and the high cost of war.
• Betrayal and loyalty.
• Greed and opportunism.

Character Interactions

• Di Jun and Dong Wanggong's enmity escalates, leading to the battle.
• Jieyin and Zhunti's betrayal of the Purple Mansion.
• Niu Ben's attempt to steal from the Purple Mansion while they're distracted by the battle.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Niu Ben arrives at the Purple Mansion Treasure Vault to loot it during the battle between the Purple Mansion and the Demon Race.
• Kasyapa, a Westerner, is already there, stealing treasures.
• Niu Ben confronts Kasyapa, leading to a clash between them.
• Kasyapa, despite being a Zenith Heaven Golden Immortal like Niu Ben, is injured and his Golden Body is damaged.
• Kasyapa flees, leaving behind many treasures in the vault.

Character Developments

• Niu Ben demonstrates his immense power, easily overpowering Kasyapa despite them being at the same cultivation level.
• Kasyapa shows cowardice and prioritizes self-preservation over facing Niu Ben's power.

Significant Themes

• Greed and ambition, as both Niu Ben and Kasyapa seek to steal treasures from the Purple Mansion.
• Power dynamics, with Niu Ben's strength allowing him to dominate Kasyapa.

Character Interactions

• Niu Ben and Kasyapa clash due to their shared goal of looting the treasure vault.
• Niu Ben's power intimidates Kasyapa, leading him to flee.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Niu Ben loots the Purple Mansion Treasure Vault undetected.
• East Prince Gong self-destructs in a final attempt to take down Di Jun and Emperor Taiyi, annihilating the Purple Mansion and its forces.
• The Demon Race emerges victorious, and the Purple Mansion Immortal Court collapses.
• Di Jun and Emperor Taiyi discover the empty Purple Mansion Treasure Vault, and Di Jun finds a fragment with the aura of the West, suspecting Jieyin and Zhunti's involvement.

Character Developments

• East Prince Gong, driven into a corner, chooses to self-destruct rather than surrender, showcasing his unyielding nature and desperation.
• Di Jun demonstrates his strategic thinking and analytical skills by deducing Jieyin and Zhunti's involvement in the theft of the Purple Mansion's treasures.

Significant Themes

• The consequences of desperation and cornered enemies (East Prince Gong's self-destruction).
• The importance of vigilance and awareness of potential betrayals (Di Jun's suspicion of Jieyin and Zhunti).

Character Interactions

• East Prince Gong's final battle against Di Jun and Emperor Taiyi highlights their power dynamics and the consequences of underestimating one's enemies.
• Di Jun and Emperor Taiyi's collaboration in the battle and their subsequent discovery of the empty treasure vault showcases their camaraderie and shared indignation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Emperor Taiyi and Di Jun are furious about Jieyin and Zhunti's actions.
• Niu Ben, responsible for diverting trouble to the Western Realm, leaves after helping Di Jun and Emperor Taiyi.
• Jieyin and Zhunti in the Western Realm are overjoyed about their successful scheme against the Purple Mansion.
• Kasyapa returns injured, revealing Niu Ben's interference in their plans.

Character Developments

• Emperor Taiyi and Di Jun: Furious but helpless against Jieyin and Zhunti's actions.
• Niu Ben: Secretly overjoyed about his successful scheme, leaves without taking treasures.
• Jieyin and Zhunti: Overjoyed about their scheme's success, but angered and worried upon hearing about Niu Ben's interference.
• Kasyapa: Injured and frustrated about Niu Ben's interference.

Significant Themes

• Scheming and manipulation: Niu Ben, Jieyin, and Zhunti all use schemes to further their goals.
• Power dynamics: The actions of various characters are influenced by power structures and alliances.
• Greed and ambition: Jieyin and Zhunti's actions are driven by their desire to revive the Western Realm.

Character Interactions

• Emperor Taiyi and Di Jun: Discuss Niu Ben's actions and the situation with the Purple Mansion.
• Jieyin and Zhunti: Discuss their plans for the Purple Mansion's territory and react to Kasyapa's news.
• Kasyapa and Jieyin/Zhunti: Kasyapa reports Niu Ben's interference to Jieyin and Zhunti, who are angered by the news.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jieyin and Zhunti discuss strengthening the West, but learn that Niu Ben has taken most of the treasures from the Purple Mansion Treasure Vault, causing Jieyin to express frustration.
• Niu Ben, after helping destroy the Purple Mansion and East Prince Gong, decides to visit the East Sea Dragon Palace on his way back to Shouyang Mountain.
• Upon arrival, Niu Ben is blocked by aquatic soldiers but demands an audience with Ao Guang, the East Sea Dragon King.

Character Developments

• Jieyin shows frustration and helplessness when faced with Niu Ben's actions.
• Zhunti briefly shows ruthlessness when thinking about Niu Ben.
• Niu Ben demonstrates his power and authority, causing the Shrimp Soldier to tremble and Ao Guang to show deference.
• Ao Guang reveals his respect and fear of Niu Ben, showing a submissive side not seen before.

Significant Themes

• Power Dynamics: The chapter emphasizes the power dynamics between characters, with Niu Ben's strength and status causing others to defer to him.
• Frustration and Helplessness: Jieyin's frustration and helplessness highlight the theme of being powerless in the face of superior force or influence.

Character Interactions

• Jieyin and Zhunti discuss their plans, showing a level of cooperation and shared goals.
• Niu Ben's interaction with the Shrimp Soldier and later Ao Guang demonstrates his authority and the fear it instills in others.
• Ao Guang's deference to Niu Ben shows the respect and fear he holds for him, as well as the power dynamics between them.

Key Plot Points

• Niu Ben visits the East Sea Dragon Palace, led by Ao Guang.
• Ao Guang reveals he reached Zenith Heaven Golden Immortal using Niu Ben's Grand Luo Golden Pill.
• The Dragon Palace tremors due to a mysterious Formation in the Deep East Sea.

Character Developments

• Niu Ben: Shows interest in the Formation and its potential treasure.
• Ao Guang: Hopes Niu Ben will help dispel the Formation and hints at a reward.

Significant Themes

• The power of the Grand Luo Golden Pill, which can elevate cultivation to Zenith Heaven.
• The allure of treasure and the potential rewards for dispelling the Formation.

Character Interactions

• Niu Ben and Ao Guang: They discuss the Formation, with Ao Guang hoping Niu Ben will help and Niu Ben considering the potential rewards.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Niu Ben chooses to break the ancient formation in the East Sea instead of taking the Ginseng Fruit.
• The formation is revealed to contain the aura of the Heavenly Dao and a familiar presence.
• The Demon Race and the Wu Clan expand their territories, leading to a power struggle: "the Demon Lord rules the heavens, the Witch rules the earth."
• The Demon Race discusses seeking Saint Nuwa's help to annihilate the Wu Clan, but Di Jun hesitates.
• Many Great Experts prepare for Nuwa's Dao Field opening, speculating about the next saint.
• Taishang Daoist, frustrated with his lack of progress in becoming a saint, remembers Niu Ben's suggestion to visit the Human Race.
• Niu Ben successfully breaks the formation.

Character Developments

• Niu Ben demonstrates his resolve and power by choosing to break the formation instead of taking the easy option of the Ginseng Fruit.
• Di Jun shows hesitation in asking Saint Nuwa for help, suggesting he has some reservations about involving her in worldly affairs.
• Taishang Daoist grows anxious about his lack of progress in becoming a saint and considers visiting the Human Race.

Significant Themes

• The struggle for power and dominance between the Demon Race and the Wu Clan.
• The pursuit of enlightenment and sainthood, with Taishang's frustration contrasting with Nuwa's achievement.
• The consequences of Niu Ben's actions and his potential discovery within the formation.

Character Interactions

• Niu Ben and Ao Guang: Niu Ben follows Ao Guang to the formation site, with Ao Guang showing deference to Niu Ben's power.
• Di Jun and the Demon Gods: Di Jun listens to the Demon Gods' suggestions but ultimately decides to postpone discussing the Wu Clan matter.
• Taishang Daoist and Niu Ben: Taishang remembers Niu Ben's earlier suggestion about visiting the Human Race, hinting at potential future interaction.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Niu Ben enters a Formation and finds himself in a Small World containing a vast Blood Sea filled with corpses of Dragon, Phoenix, and Qilin clans from the ancient War of the Three Clans.
• He encounters an Eight-Clawed Dragon, later revealed to be the Azure Dragon, the Dragon Clan's First Elder, who is bound by the Power of Heavenly Dao.

Character Developments

• Niu Ben: Demonstrates courage and calmness in the face of a powerful dragon. He shows understanding of ancient history and diplomacy in his interaction with the Azure Dragon.
• Azure Dragon: Reveals his identity as the Dragon Clan's First Elder and displays his immense power and initial hostility towards Niu Ben due to their clans' ancient enmity.

Significant Themes

• Ancient history and its consequences: The War of the Three Clans' aftermath is still influencing the present, as seen in the Azure Dragon's initial hostility towards Niu Ben.
• Power dynamics: The Azure Dragon's power is restrained by the Power of Heavenly Dao, highlighting the theme of power and its limitations.

Character Interactions

• Niu Ben and Azure Dragon: Initially hostile due to their clans' ancient enmity, but Niu Ben's calm and diplomatic approach leads to a temporary ceasefire. Their interaction is marked by tension and mutual respect for each other's power.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Niu Ben encounters the Eight-Claw Azure Dragon, an ancestor of the East Sea Dragon King, sealed in a Small World.
• The Azure Dragon asks about the current state of the Dragon Clan, which has declined significantly since the War of the Three Clans.
• Niu Ben learns that the Azure Dragon causes the upheaval in the East Sea every ten thousand years to lure Dragon Clan members to rescue him.
• The Azure Dragon offers Niu Ben an innate treasure in exchange for taking the Dragon Clan's legacy out, but Niu Ben is not interested.
• The Azure Dragon then offers Niu Ben a drop of Ancestral Dragon Essence Blood as a trade.

Character Developments

• Niu Ben demonstrates his vast knowledge of Formations and his lack of interest in innate treasures, indicating his growth and confidence.
• The Azure Dragon reveals his past, his current predicament, and his desperation to save the Dragon Clan, showing his wisdom and determination.

Significant Themes

• The decline of once-great races and the struggle for survival.
• The power of legacy and the importance of preserving it.
• The temptation of power and wealth versus personal values and principles.

Character Interactions

• Niu Ben and the Azure Dragon engage in a conversation that reveals their respective backgrounds, motivations, and values.
• Their interaction highlights the power dynamics between them, with Niu Ben showing remarkable composure and confidence in the face of the Azure Dragon's offers.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Niu Ben encounters the Azure Dragon, sealed by the Heavenly Dao.
• Niu Ben offers to free the Azure Dragon if he submits to him.
• The Azure Dragon, despite his disbelief, agrees and swears a Dao Heart oath.
• Niu Ben uses his Power of Merit to break the Heavenly Dao Seal, freeing the Azure Dragon.
• The Azure Dragon's cultivation drops to the Zenith Heaven Golden Immortal level.

Character Developments

• Niu Ben demonstrates his power and wisdom, using the Power of Merit to break the seal.
• The Azure Dragon shows his pride and reluctance to submit but ultimately agrees to Niu Ben's terms.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and submission: The Azure Dragon's pride clashes with his desire for freedom, leading him to submit to Niu Ben.
• The Power of Merit: Its universality is shown as it easily breaks the Heavenly Dao Seal.
• Dao Heart oath: The Azure Dragon's oath serves as a plot device to ensure his submission.

Character Interactions

• Niu Ben and the Azure Dragon: Their interaction is marked by the Azure Dragon's initial disbelief and pride, contrasting with Niu Ben's calm and confident demeanor.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Niu Ben successfully rescues the Azure Dragon from his seal.
• The Azure Dragon submits to Niu Ben, offering him a drop of Ancestral Dragon Essence Blood.
• Niu Ben and the Azure Dragon exit the Seafloor Canyon.
• Ao Guang, the East Sea Dragon King, is shocked to see the Azure Dragon and recognizes him as their ancestor.
• Niu Ben asks Ao Guang to prepare a secluded place for him to go into seclusion.

Character Developments

• Niu Ben demonstrates his power and influence by rescuing the Azure Dragon and gaining his submission.
• The Azure Dragon, after being freed, feels a mix of emotions and submits to Niu Ben, offering him a valuable resource.
• Ao Guang, initially worried about Niu Ben's safety, is then shocked and overwhelmed upon seeing the Azure Dragon, his ancestor.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and submission: The Azure Dragon submits to Niu Ben, and Ao Guang submits to both Niu Ben and the Azure Dragon, highlighting the theme of power and its influence on relationships.
• Karma and consequences: The Azure Dragon's sealing and the Dragon Clan's inability to free him earlier illustrate the theme of Karma and its consequences.

Character Interactions

• Niu Ben and the Azure Dragon: Niu Ben rescues the Azure Dragon, and the latter submits to him, beginning a master-disciple relationship.
• Ao Guang and the Azure Dragon: Ao Guang is shocked and overwhelmed upon seeing the Azure Dragon, his ancestor, and submits to him.
• Niu Ben and Ao Guang: Niu Ben commands Ao Guang to prepare a secluded place for his seclusion, showing his authority over the Dragon Clan.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Azure Dragon, after submitting to Niu Ben and offering a drop of Ancestral Dragon Essence Blood, allows Niu Ben to go into seclusion to condense his second incarnation.
• The Azure Dragon summons the Four Seas Dragon Kings (Ao Guang, Ao Shun, Ao Qin, and Ao Run) using the Four Seas Bell.
• The Dragon Kings, suspecting an enemy attack, rush to the East Sea Dragon Palace.
• The Azure Dragon appears, revealing his identity as the Dragon Clan's Grand Elder.

Character Developments

• Niu Ben: Starts condensing his second incarnation using the Ancestral Dragon Essence Blood.
• The Azure Dragon: Reveals his true identity and expresses disappointment in the current state of the Dragon Clan.
• The Four Seas Dragon Kings: Realize the Azure Dragon's true identity and feel a mix of shock, joy, and shame at their current cultivation levels.

Significant Themes

• The decline of the Dragon Clan from its ancient glory.
• The power dynamics and respect for seniority within the Dragon Clan.
• The importance of cultivation and strength in the cultivation world.

Character Interactions

• The Azure Dragon and the Four Seas Dragon Kings: The Azure Dragon expresses disappointment in their cultivation levels, while the Dragon Kings show respect and awe towards him.
• The Four Seas Dragon Kings among themselves: They discuss the reason behind the Four Seas Bell's ringing and speculate about the enemy's identity.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Azure Dragon Grand Elder learns that Niu Ben is the First Disciple of the Three Pure Ones and the senior disciple of a Future Saint (Taishang Daoist).
• Niu Ben begins to exhibit signs of breaking through to the Dao of Primordial Chaos, causing a massive disturbance that affects the entire East Sea Dragon Clan territory.
• Niu Ben successfully breaks through, manifesting a terrifying dragon phantom and unleashing an awe-inspiring presence that makes every sea creature and even the Azure Dragon kneel.

Character Developments

• The Azure Dragon Grand Elder submits to Niu Ben and sees him as a potential connection to a Future Saint, hoping to revive the Dragon Clan's glory.
• Niu Ben demonstrates his immense power and ambition by attempting and succeeding in breaking through to the Dao of Primordial Chaos.

Significant Themes

• The pursuit of power and status, as seen in the Azure Dragon's eagerness to connect with Niu Ben and the Dragon Kings' speculations about Niu Ben's status.
• The importance of lineage and background, as Niu Ben's connection to the Three Pure Ones and a Future Saint is a significant factor in the Azure Dragon's respect for him.
• The awe and fear inspired by power, as the sea creatures and even the Azure Dragon kneel before Niu Ben's presence.

Character Interactions

• The Azure Dragon and the Four Dragon Kings interact, with the Azure Dragon expressing his joy and respect for Niu Ben and ordering the Dragon Kings to treat Niu Ben with the same reverence as himself.
• The Four Dragon Kings speculate about Niu Ben's status and the Azure Dragon's intentions, revealing their own ambitions and hopes for the Dragon Clan's revival.

Key Plot Points and Events

• An Ancestral Dragon Incarnation manifests above Niu Ben's secluded cultivation site, causing awe and fear among the East Sea Dragon Clan.
• The Human Race develops rapidly under the guidance of the "Three Great Human Progenitors" (Suiren Shi, Youchao Shi, Ziyi Shi).
• Taishang Daoist, Niu Ben's progenitor, arrives at a Human Race tribe, reacting to the Primordial Violet Qi within him.

Character Developments

• The Azure Dragon recognizes the Ancestral Dragon Incarnation and connects it to Niu Ben.
• Taishang Daoist realizes that his opportunity for sainthood lies with the Human Race.

Significant Themes

• The power and influence of the Ancestral Dragon.
• The rapid development and growth of the Human Race.
• The pursuit of sainthood and enlightenment.

Character Interactions

• The Azure Dragon and the Four Dragon Kings react to the Ancestral Dragon Incarnation, feeling its immense power.
• Taishang Daoist observes the Human Race tribe, feeling the Primordial Violet Qi react to their presence.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Niu Ben breaks through to the Golden Immortal of the Origin realm after refining a Primordial Golden Pill.
• He successfully condenses the Ancestral Dragon Incarnation using the Azure Dragon's Ancestral Dragon Essence Blood.
• Yellow Dragon Daoist, a disciple of the Primordial Heavenly Lord, visits the East Sea Dragon Palace and encounters Niu Ben.

Character Developments

• Niu Ben's cultivation advances significantly, reaching the early stage of the Golden Immortal of the Origin realm.
• He condenses two powerful incarnations: the Ink Kirin and the Ancestral Dragon.
• Yellow Dragon Daoist, a disciple of the Primordial Heavenly Lord, is revealed to be a Five-Clawed Golden Dragon.

Significant Themes

• The difficulty and importance of cultivating the Dao of Primordial Chaos.
• The power of Niu Ben's incarnations and their potential to make him nearly invincible.
• The future Saint status of the Three Pure Ones and their disciples.

Character Interactions

• Niu Ben interacts with the Azure Dragon and Ao Guang after his seclusion, displaying his newfound power.
• Yellow Dragon Daoist visits the Dragon Palace and is surprised to find Niu Ben there.
• The Azure Dragon shows interest in Yellow Dragon Daoist's background and status.

Key Plot Points

• Yellow Dragon Daoist meets the Azure Dragon Ancestor, who is impressed by his cultivation under Primordial Heavenly Lord.
• Azure Dragon Ancestor leaves, signaling Niu Ben and Yellow Dragon to talk privately.
• Niu Ben reveals he's leaving and has been in seclusion at the Dragon Palace for thousands of years.
• Niu Ben departs, and Azure Dragon appoints Yellow Dragon Daoist as the next Dragon Emperor of the Dragon Clan using the Ancestral Dragon Pearl.

Character Developments

• Yellow Dragon Daoist: Recognized by the Azure Dragon Ancestor, appointed as the next Dragon Emperor.
• Azure Dragon Ancestor: Shows approval of Yellow Dragon's cultivation, appoints him as the next Dragon Emperor.
• Niu Ben: Reveals he's leaving, has been in seclusion for thousands of years, hints at Yellow Dragon's potential.

Significant Themes

• Recognition and succession: The Azure Dragon Ancestor's recognition of Yellow Dragon's potential and his appointment as the next Dragon Emperor.
• Cultivation and growth: Niu Ben's rapid cultivation progress, Yellow Dragon's cultivation under Primordial Heavenly Lord.

Character Interactions

• Yellow Dragon Daoist and Azure Dragon Ancestor: Azure Dragon is impressed by Yellow Dragon's cultivation and appoints him as the next Dragon Emperor.
• Niu Ben and Yellow Dragon Daoist: Niu Ben hints at Yellow Dragon's potential before leaving.
• Azure Dragon and Ao Guang: Azure Dragon appoints Yellow Dragon as the next Dragon Emperor, shocking Ao Guang.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Yellow Dragon inherits the Dragon Emperor's throne due to Niu Ben's influence.
• Niu Ben leaves the East Sea and decides to return to Shouyang Mountain.
• Niu Ben senses Taishang Daoist's aura in the Human Race territory and goes to investigate.
• Taishang Daoist is seen teaching the Golden Core Great Dao to the Human Race tribe, with Xuandu by his side.

Character Developments

• Yellow Dragon gains the Dragon Emperor's throne, marking a significant rise in his status and fortune.
• Niu Ben's actions lead to Yellow Dragon's ascension, showing his influence and kindness.
• Taishang Daoist is seen teaching the Human Race, indicating his commitment to their development and his path to sainthood.
• Xuandu, Taishang's disciple, is present and shows curiosity about Niu Ben's identity.

Significant Themes

• Fortune and Destiny: Yellow Dragon's sudden rise in fortune due to Niu Ben's influence highlights the theme of destiny and how one's path can change due to external factors.
• Master-Disciple Relationship: The interactions between Niu Ben and Taishang, as well as between Taishang and Xuandu, emphasize the importance of the master-disciple bond in cultivation and personal growth.
• Teaching and Guidance: Taishang's teachings to the Human Race tribe underscore the role of guidance in helping others grow and develop.

Character Interactions

• Niu Ben and Yellow Dragon: Niu Ben's actions lead to Yellow Dragon's ascension, showing his benevolence and influence.
• Niu Ben and Taishang: Niu Ben's arrival in the Human Race territory and his greeting to Taishang hint at their master-disciple relationship and shared history.
• Taishang and Xuandu: Taishang's teaching session with Xuandu present indicates their close relationship and Xuandu's role as Taishang's disciple.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xuandu meets his senior disciple brother, Niu Ben, for the first time.
• Niu Ben gifts Xuandu an Innate Spiritual Fruit to aid his cultivation.
• Taishang reveals he's been teaching the Path of the Golden Core to humans but hasn't made progress on his path to sainthood.
• Niu Ben shares that he sensed a familiar aura and came to investigate.
• Niu Ben triggers a God-tier Choice mission from the System, with options to guide Taishang or leave him to his own devices.

Character Developments

• Xuandu is surprised and honored to meet his senior disciple brother and receives a significant gift from him.
• Taishang feels stuck in his cultivation progress despite teaching humans and gaining insights.
• Niu Ben shows maturity and generosity by gifting Xuandu and choosing to guide Taishang again.

Significant Themes

• The path to enlightenment and becoming a Saint is challenging and elusive.
• The importance of guidance and mentorship in cultivation and personal growth.
• The value of generosity and helping others, even when one is advanced in their journey.

Character Interactions

• Xuandu and Niu Ben meet for the first time, with Niu Ben showing seniority and generosity.
• Taishang and Niu Ben discuss their cultivation progress and Niu Ben's origins.
• Niu Ben considers the System's choice, ultimately deciding to help Taishang again, showing his commitment to his master's growth.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Taishang arrives among the Human Race and takes Xuandu as his disciple.
• Niu Ben, aware of Taishang's potential, chooses to guide him towards becoming a Saint.
• Taishang shares his observations about the Human Race's intelligence and his creation of the Golden Core Great Dao.
• Niu Ben reveals that the Human Race needs a spiritual foundation, a doctrine to unite the tribe, and faith to survive long-term.
• Taishang enters a state of enlightenment after Niu Ben's guidance.
• After several thousand years, Taishang's terrifying aura erupts, signaling his impending sanctification.

Character Developments

• Taishang: Realizes the Human Race's need for spiritual sustenance and begins his final sprint towards enlightenment and sanctification.
• Niu Ben: Demonstrates his wisdom and understanding of the Primordial World's dynamics, guiding Taishang subtly.
• Xuandu: Becomes Taishang's disciple and witnesses Niu Ben's guidance, understanding the significance of Taishang's impending sanctification.

Significant Themes

• Guidance and mentorship: Niu Ben's subtle guidance helps Taishang towards enlightenment and sanctification.
• The Human Race's survival and development: The Human Race's intelligence and need for spiritual sustenance are highlighted.
• Sanctification: The process and significance of becoming a Saint in the Primordial World are emphasized.

Character Interactions

• Niu Ben and Taishang: Niu Ben guides Taishang towards understanding the Human Race's needs and the path to sanctification.
• Xuandu and Niu Ben: Xuandu witnesses Niu Ben's guidance and expresses his surprise and understanding of Taishang's impending sanctification.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Taishang, one of the Three Pure Ones, is about to attain sainthood.
• He establishes the Human Religion, using the Taiji Diagram to protect the Human Race's destiny.
• The Heavenly Dao grants him boundless merit, confirming his Sainthood.
• The phenomenon of Taishang's impending sainthood causes speculation and anticipation among various powers.

Character Developments

• Taishang: Proves his Dao and becomes the second Saint after Nuwa.
• Nuwa: Recognizes Taishang's impending sainthood and acknowledges his actions.
• Other characters: Various powers (Tongtian, Primordial Lord, Jieyin, Zhunti, Zhen Yuanzi, Hong Yun, Minghe, Ancestral Witches, Di Jun) react to the news of Taishang's impending sainthood with anticipation, speculation, or disdain (in the case of Ancestral Witches regarding Jieyin and Zhunti).

Significant Themes

• Sainthood and the pursuit of the Great Dao.
• The Human Race's destiny and its importance in the Primordial World.
• Anticipation and speculation among different powers regarding Taishang's impending sainthood.

Character Interactions

• Tongtian and Primordial Lord discuss the possibility of Taishang becoming a Saint.
• Jieyin and Zhunti express their eagerness for Taishang or Primordial Lord to become Saints.
• Ancestral Witches discuss the possibility of a Saint emerging from their Witch Race and express disdain for Jieyin and Zhunti.
• Di Jun and the Demon Gods consider seeking Nuwa's help to deal with the Witch Race.
• Nuwa recognizes Taishang's impending sainthood and acknowledges his actions.