Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Ti demonstrates his Dragon Shape Comprehensive Fist to Long Yuanzheng, who agrees to take him as a disciple.
• Long Yuanzheng tests Su Ti's potential using the "Mo Gu" technique but remains silent about the results.
• Su Ti enters the Dragon Gate Martial Hall, and Long Yuanzheng explains the sect's three major rules.
• Long Yuanzheng plans to deal with Li Mingyuan but learns from Su Ti that he has already killed him.
• Long Yuanzheng decides to question Li Zong, Li Mingyuan's father, about the incident.

Character Developments

• Su Ti: Proves his martial arts prowess and gains Long Yuanzheng's approval, becoming his fourth disciple. He shows ruthlessness and resourcefulness in dealing with Li Mingyuan.
• Long Yuanzheng: Demonstrates his powerful martial arts and calm demeanor. He shows care for his disciples and a willingness to protect them.
• Yao Juan (Eldest Senior Sister): Shows genuine happiness and support for Su Ti's entry into the sect.
• Yan Jun (Third Senior Brother): Initially shows a hint of displeasure but later accepts Su Ti as his junior brother.
• Li Mingyuan: His actions lead to his death at Su Ti's hands, causing Long Yuanzheng to intervene in the matter.

Significant Themes

• The power and importance of Ancient Martial Arts in this world.
• The close relationship between master and disciple in the Ancient Martial Arts world.
• The ruthlessness and resourcefulness required to survive in this world.

Character Interactions

• Su Ti and Long Yuanzheng: Their interaction leads to Su Ti becoming Long Yuanzheng's disciple. Long Yuanzheng tests Su Ti's potential and agrees to take him in despite the unusual circumstances.
• Su Ti and Yao Juan: Yao Juan shows warmth and support towards Su Ti, treating him as her junior brother.
• Su Ti and Yan Jun: Yan Jun initially shows a hint of displeasure but later accepts Su Ti as his junior brother, showing a willingness to work together.
• Long Yuanzheng and Li Zong: Long Yuanzheng decides to question Li Zong about the incident involving his son and Su Ti, showing his willingness to protect his disciples.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Ti becomes concerned about potential trouble caused by killing Li Mingyuan.
• Long Yuanzheng, Su Ti's master, reassures him that he will bear the burden of any trouble.
• Long Yuanzheng teaches Su Ti the next level of martial arts, Golden Snake Molting, after Su Ti reaches the Tongli Stage.
• Long Yuanzheng explains that the Death Fist Society, led by Li Zong, will likely send a challenge, and he will accompany Su Ti to resolve the matter.

Character Developments

• Su Ti: Shows concern for potential trouble, learns Golden Snake Molting, and expresses gratitude to Long Yuanzheng.
• Long Yuanzheng: Reveals his support for Su Ti, teaches him Golden Snake Molting, and plans to accompany him to face the Death Fist Society.
• Li Zong: Implied to be ruthless and authoritative, seeking revenge for his son's death.

Significant Themes

• Master-disciple bond: Long Yuanzheng's support and protection of Su Ti.
• Consequences of actions: Su Ti's concern about the trouble caused by killing Li Mingyuan.
• Progression in martial arts: Su Ti's learning of Golden Snake Molting and Long Yuanzheng's explanation of the importance of practice realms for fighting methods.

Character Interactions

• Su Ti and Long Yuanzheng: Master-disciple interaction, with Long Yuanzheng reassuring Su Ti and teaching him Golden Snake Molting.
• Li Zong and his confidant: Li Zong's ruthlessness and authority are shown through his interaction with his confidant, who fears for his life.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Zong, the father of the deceased Li Mingyuan, is determined to find the murderer and seeks help from Dragon Gate Master, Long Yuanzheng.
• Li Zong's sons, Li Mingsheng and Li Minggui, are called back to discuss revenge for their brother's death.
• Su Ti, Long Yuanzheng's new disciple, is taken to Li Zong's place to demand an explanation for his son's death.

Character Developments

• Li Zong: Angered by his son's death, he seeks help from Long Yuanzheng but is also strategic in his plans for revenge.
• Li Mingsheng: Single-minded and straightforward, he is eager for revenge but lacks strategic thinking.
• Li Minggui: Calculating and ambitious, he sees his brother's death as an opportunity to gain more power.
• Su Ti: Focused on improving his martial arts and finding a way to make money, he remains calm and collected despite the situation.
• Wang Gengyuan: Eager to befriend Su Ti, he offers help and support, showing his interest in Su Ti's potential.

Significant Themes

• Revenge and its consequences
• The power dynamics between martial arts masters and their disciples
• The importance of strategic thinking in achieving goals

Character Interactions

• Li Zong interacts with his sons, Li Mingsheng and Li Minggui, discussing revenge and the future of their family's power.
• Su Ti interacts with Wang Gengyuan, his senior brother, who offers help and support, showing interest in befriending him.
• Long Yuanzheng, as the master, is present but not actively involved in the interactions, showing his indifference to fame and fortune.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Zong, leader of the Death Fist Society, summons Long Yuanzheng to Wind and Cloud Manor, displaying his power with hundreds of thugs and crossbows.
• Long Yuanzheng confronts Li Zong, demanding accountability for Li Mingyuan's actions against his disciple, Su Ti.
• Li Zong apologizes and offers compensation, but his son Li Mingsheng challenges Su Ti to a fight.
• Li Minggui presents Demon Mountain, a 16-year-old Inner Refinement Stage fighter, to challenge Su Ti.

Character Developments

• Li Zong: Shows his power and influence, but ultimately backs down and apologizes to Long Yuanzheng. He uses his sons to provoke Su Ti into a fight.
• Long Yuanzheng: Stands up for his disciple, Su Ti, and confronts Li Zong. He accepts Li Zong's apology but is pressured into a difficult situation.
• Su Ti: Remains silent until challenged, then accepts Demon Mountain's challenge, showing courage and determination.

Significant Themes

• Reputation and Honor: In the ancient martial arts world, reputation is crucial. Su Ti accepts the challenge to protect the Dragon Gate Martial Hall's honor.
• Power Dynamics: Li Zong uses his power and influence to pressure Long Yuanzheng and Su Ti.
• Retreat as a Means of Advance: Li Zong glosses over the previous issue and uses a new challenge to trouble Su Ti and Long Yuanzheng.

Character Interactions

• Long Yuanzheng vs. Li Zong: Long Yuanzheng confronts Li Zong, demanding accountability, while Li Zong uses his sons to provoke Su Ti.
• Su Ti vs. Li Minggui and Demon Mountain: Su Ti accepts Demon Mountain's challenge, putting himself in a dangerous situation to protect his hall's honor.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Ti accepts Li Zong's challenge through Li Minggui, with a condition of a ten million appearance fee.
• The challenge is set for a Death Fighting Competition in seven days, with a life-and-death contract.
• Su Ti returns with Long Yuanzheng, and they discuss the challenge privately.
• Long Yuanzheng teaches Su Ti the true fighting techniques of their Dragon Gate lineage, the Golden Python Fist, which consists of four forms.

Character Developments

• Su Ti: Shows determination and courage in accepting the challenge, revealing his true motivations for practicing martial arts. He learns the Golden Python Fist forms from Long Yuanzheng.
• Long Yuanzheng: Recognizes Su Ti's spirit and supports him by teaching him the advanced techniques of their lineage.

Significant Themes

• Courage and Determination: Su Ti's courage and determination in facing challenges and adversity.
• Master-Disciple Bond: The strengthening of the bond between Long Yuanzheng and Su Ti as Long Yuanzheng supports and teaches Su Ti.
• Legacy and Tradition: The importance of preserving and passing down the true fighting techniques of their lineage.

Character Interactions

• Su Ti and Long Yuanzheng: Long Yuanzheng recognizes Su Ti's spirit and teaches him the advanced techniques, strengthening their master-disciple bond.
• Su Ti and Li Zong: Su Ti accepts Li Zong's challenge, setting up a life-and-death match.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Ti learns about the Perfected Circle Realm from Long Yuanzheng, which requires mastery of both inner refinement and fighting techniques.
• He learns that the realm above Great Completion of Inner Refinement involves establishing sects or forces, and Perfected Circle Realm fighters have extensive battle experience.
• Su Ti returns home for a day, has dinner with his family, and then goes to Red Leaf Park to practice Golden Snake Molting.
• He consumes 150% energy to reach Intermediate Accomplishment in Golden Snake Molting, triggering a skin-shedding process, signifying his entry into the Inner Refinement Stage.

Character Developments

• Su Ti shows maturity and understanding as he learns about the higher realms of martial arts from Long Yuanzheng.
• He demonstrates determination and focus in his training, consuming a significant amount of energy to advance his skill.
• Su Ti's family expresses concern and pride in his new job at the martial hall, with his parents supporting him and his sister, Su Ling, feeling ignored.

Significant Themes

• Mastery and Growth: Su Ti's journey illustrates the importance of dedication and hard work in mastering skills and advancing through realms in martial arts.
• Family Dynamics: The interactions between Su Ti and his family highlight the complexities of sibling relationships and parental expectations.

Character Interactions

• Su Ti and Long Yuanzheng: Su Ti learns valuable information about higher realms from his master, showing respect and eagerness to understand.
• Su Ti and his family: Su Ti reconnects with his family, showing affection and understanding, while his sister, Su Ling, feels neglected and expresses displeasure.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Ti's attributes significantly increase after two inner refinements: Strength (1.4), Constitution (1.3), Agility (1.1), Intelligence (1.2).
• Su Ti completes two inner refinements for Golden Snake Molting, reaching Major Accomplishment.
• Su Ti improves Golden Python Four Forms fighting style to Minor Accomplishment using remaining energy.
• Su Ti practices and purchases Cursed Antiques on the dark web in preparation for the match.
• The match between Su Ti and Demon Mountain takes place on the rooftop of Diwang Building, attended by prominent guests.

Character Developments

• Su Ti: Becomes significantly stronger after two inner refinements, improves fighting style, and gains insights into vital energy usage. He also learns about the challenges of purchasing Cursed Antiques on the dark web.
• Long Yuanzheng: Shows concern for Su Ti's well-being and growth, maintaining a cold demeanor towards Li Zong but softening when acknowledging Su Ti's respect.
• Li Zong: Determined to humiliate Su Ti and Long Yuanzheng in front of prominent guests, maintains composure despite his intentions.

Significant Themes

• The power of inner refinement and its impact on attributes and fighting styles.
• The challenges and dangers of purchasing Cursed Antiques on the dark web.
• The importance of reputation and face in the martial arts world, as demonstrated by the public match and the presence of prominent guests.

Character Interactions

• Su Ti and Long Yuanzheng: Su Ti shows respect to Long Yuanzheng, who in turn acknowledges it, demonstrating their master-disciple bond.
• Li Zong and Long Yuanzheng: Li Zong maintains a calm demeanor despite his desire to humiliate Long Yuanzheng, while Long Yuanzheng remains cold and distant.
• Su Ti and Demon Mountain: The two competitors size each other up before the match, with Su Ti showing respect to his opponent by performing a salute.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A no-rules, no-referee, no-limit fight is agreed upon between the Death Fist Society and the Dragon Gate Martial Hall.
• Su Ti faces Demon Mountain, a formidable opponent with a giant physique and hard qigong.
• Su Ti, having reached the Inner Refinement Stage, demonstrates powerful moves like King Python Hand and Double Python Whip.
• Despite Demon Mountain's strength, he cannot withstand Su Ti's relentless assault and is eventually killed.

Character Developments

• Su Ti showcases significant growth, having reached the Inner Refinement Stage and mastering powerful moves.
• Demon Mountain, initially overconfident, underestimates Su Ti and pays the price for his arrogance.
• Li Zong, Li Minggui, and Li Mingsheng are shocked by Su Ti's progress and the power of his moves.

Significant Themes

• The power of Ancient Martial Arts in the Inner Refinement Stage.
• The importance of not underestimating one's opponent.
• The consequences of arrogance and overconfidence.

Character Interactions

• Su Ti and Demon Mountain's intense, brutal fight highlights the power dynamics between them.
• Li Zong, Li Minggui, and Li Mingsheng's reactions to Su Ti's performance reveal their shock and disbelief.
• Long Yuanzheng, Su Ti's master, watches the fight with concern and pride.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Ti defeats Demon Mountain, winning the duel for the Dragon Gate Martial Hall.
• Li Zong's eldest son, Li Mingsheng, challenges Su Ti to another match.
• Long Yuanzheng and Li Zong nearly engage in a fight, but Su Ti accepts Li Mingsheng's challenge, preventing the escalation.
• Su Ti sets two conditions for the match: a ten million appearance fee and a one-month delay.

Character Developments

• Su Ti demonstrates confidence and strategic thinking, accepting the challenge to prevent further escalation and protect his master.
• Long Yuanzheng shows concern for Su Ti's safety and is willing to fight Li Zong to protect him.
• Li Zong is unwilling to back down from the challenge but agrees to Su Ti's conditions to avoid a direct confrontation with Long Yuanzheng.

Significant Themes

• Face and reputation in the underworld.
• The consequences of using powerful martial arts in public.
• The importance of strategic retreat and finding a way out of a difficult situation.

Character Interactions

• Long Yuanzheng and Li Zong's tension escalates, nearly leading to a fight.
• Su Ti steps in to prevent the fight and accepts Li Mingsheng's challenge.
• Li Zong agrees to Su Ti's conditions, showing unwillingness but acknowledging the need for a strategic retreat.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Ti receives a bank card with ten million yuan from Li Zong for his fight against Demon Mountain.
• Su Ti and Li Mingsheng agree to another match a month later.
• Long Yuanzheng reveals Li Mingsheng's formidable strength.
• Long Yuanzheng discovers Su Ti's exceptional talent and rapid cultivation speed.
• Su Ti learns about the limitations of his bone structure and the potential impact on his martial arts ceiling.
• Long Yuanzheng takes Su Ti to meet Uncle Liang, the Inheritance Elder of the Perfected Circle Realm.
• Uncle Liang explains how he can sense Su Ti's martial arts realm through his breathing and heart rate.

Character Developments

• Su Ti: Shows rapid progress in martial arts, learns about his exceptional talent and the potential limitations of his bone structure.
• Long Yuanzheng: Recognizes Su Ti's talent, takes him to meet Uncle Liang, and reveals the existence of the Inheritance Chamber.
• Uncle Liang: Demonstrates his Perfected Circle Realm abilities, explains the concept of 'qi and breath', and opens the Inheritance Chamber for Su Ti and Long Yuanzheng.

Significant Themes

• Talent and bone structure in Ancient Martial Arts: Su Ti's exceptional comprehension is offset by his poor bone structure, which limits his martial arts ceiling.
• The Perfected Circle Realm: Uncle Liang's abilities showcase the heightened senses and perception of the Perfected Circle Realm.

Character Interactions

• Su Ti and Long Yuanzheng: Master and disciple discuss Su Ti's talent and the potential limitations of his bone structure. Long Yuanzheng takes Su Ti to meet Uncle Liang and reveals the Inheritance Chamber.
• Su Ti and Uncle Liang: Uncle Liang explains his Perfected Circle Realm abilities to Su Ti and opens the Inheritance Chamber for him.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Ti enters the Dragon Gate's Transmission Room with Master Long Yuanzheng.
• He finds the 'Body Tempering Art' martial art, which he had seen on the dark web.
• Long Yuanzheng explains that the room contains Tongli Stage, external arts, and internal refinement methods.
• Su Ti is told he can choose an external art but must prioritize internal refinement.
• He is introduced to three internal refinement methods: 'Golden Snake Molting' (Dragon Gate's own method), 'Toad Fishing Skill' (incomplete), and 'Bodhisattva Practice' (extremely difficult).
• Su Ti chooses 'Bodhisattva Practice' and the 'Copper Skin Skill' external art.

Character Developments

• Su Ti demonstrates determination and resilience by choosing the difficult 'Bodhisattva Practice'.
• Long Yuanzheng shows concern for Su Ti's well-being and progress, guiding him through the process.

Significant Themes

• The importance of internal refinement over external arts for a martial artist's foundation.
• The difficulty and commitment required for cultivating advanced martial arts.
• The role of financial resources in martial arts training.

Character Interactions

• Long Yuanzheng guides and advises Su Ti on his martial arts choices.
• Yao Juan, Wang Gengyuan, and Yan Jun watch Su Ti's training, acknowledging his potential and heavy killing intent.
• Long Yuanzheng trains Su Ti in the Copper Skin Skill, demonstrating his commitment to Su Ti's progress.

Plot Points and Events

• Su Ti undergoes intense training under Long Yuanzheng's guidance, practicing the Copper Skin Skill and the Bodhisattva Practice.
• He endures whipping, medicinal oil application, massages, and skin grinding under the sun, progressing in both skills.
• Long Yuanzheng explains the origins and principles of the Bodhisattva Practice, emphasizing the power of human will.
• Su Ti reaches introductory levels in both skills and starts upgrading them with energy.
• Half a month passes, and Su Ti's appearance changes significantly due to his training. He reaches 10% in both skills.
• Su Ti goes to an abandoned factory area for a transaction with Cursed Antique sellers, who are waiting with their goods.

Character Developments

• Su Ti demonstrates strong willpower and endurance, progressing rapidly in his training.
• Long Yuanzheng shows concern for Su Ti's safety and is willing to concede the duel if necessary.
• Yan Jun, Su Ti's third senior brother, is revealed to be Long Yuanzheng's adopted son, with a hidden jealousy and pursuit of wealth and power.

Significant Themes

• The power of human will and endurance in cultivating martial arts.
• The importance of interaction and unity among martial artists, as emphasized by Long Yuanzheng.
• The risks and dangers involved in the trade of Cursed Antiques, reflected in the driver's behavior and the sellers' appearance.

Character Interactions

• Su Ti and Long Yuanzheng have a master-disciple relationship, with Long Yuanzheng guiding Su Ti's training and expressing concern for his safety.
• Su Ti interacts with Yan Jun, his third senior brother, and learns about Yan Jun's background from Long Yuanzheng.
• Su Ti meets with Cursed Antique sellers in an abandoned factory area, with a tense atmosphere due to the illegal nature of their trade.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Ti visits a group of sellers on the dark web to purchase a Cursed Antique.
• He encounters a genuine Cursed Antique, the Sword Dance Girl Jade Sculpture, which increases his energy by 380%.
• The sellers suspect Su Ti of switching the goods and attack him.
• Su Ti uses the Copper Skin Skill to defend against their attacks and gains a significant advantage.

Character Developments

• Su Ti demonstrates remarkable growth in his martial arts skills, reaching Major Accomplishment in the Copper Skin Skill and effectively defending against multiple opponents.
• The sellers, particularly the old man (Xu Xianfeng) and Dongzi, show their true colors as they attempt to cheat and attack Su Ti.

Significant Themes

• The value and danger of Cursed Antiques.
• The importance of trust and honesty in business transactions.
• The power of martial arts and the consequences of underestimating one's opponent.

Character Interactions

• Su Ti interacts with the sellers, initially in a business-like manner, but the situation escalates into a fight due to the sellers' dishonesty.
• The sellers interact with each other, showing their coordination and trust in each other's abilities, but ultimately fail against Su Ti's improved martial arts skills.
• Xu Xianfeng, the old man, shows a willingness to adapt and apologize to Su Ti after being captured, indicating his understanding of the current power dynamics.

Plot Points and Events

• Su Ti encounters a group of tomb robbers selling Cursed Antiques.
• A misunderstanding leads to a fight, but Su Ti shows mercy and lets them go.
• Su Ti inspects and buys four more Cursed Antiques for a total of 9 million yuan.
• Elder Xu reveals that Cursed Antiques are burial items, often produced from special burials with human sacrifices.
• Elder Xu hints at a dangerous tomb in Nanjiang Province that they plan to explore.

Character Developments

• Su Ti demonstrates his noble character and great integrity by letting the tomb robbers go despite their initial aggression.
• Su Ti shows his interest in Cursed Antiques and his willingness to pay a high price for them.
• Elder Xu reveals his knowledge about the origin of Cursed Antiques and his experience as a tomb raider.

Significant Themes

• The origin and nature of Cursed Antiques, which are burial items often produced from special burials with human sacrifices.
• The moral ambiguity of tomb raiding, which can be seen as both a destructive and a beneficial activity (preserving and recycling cultural artifacts).

Character Interactions

• Su Ti interacts with the tomb robbers, initially as an adversary but later as a potential business partner.
• Elder Xu and Su Ti have a conversation about the origin of Cursed Antiques and the tomb raiders' plans.
• The tomb robbers, despite their initial aggression, show respect and deference to Su Ti after he shows mercy.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Ti meets Xu Lao and his team, who invite him to explore a tomb together, offering a 3:7 profit share.
• Su Ti refuses, expressing his fear of ghosts and monsters and preference for buying Cursed Antiques instead of risking his life.
• Su Ti returns home and discovers his family having lunch with his uncle and cousins. He learns that his cousin, Su Qiaoqiao, has changed her ways and returned to the right path.

Character Developments

• Su Ti: Shows maturity and wisdom in refusing the tomb exploration, valuing his safety and preferring to buy Cursed Antiques. He also demonstrates responsibility by not revealing his martial arts progress to Long Yuanzheng.
• Su Qiaoqiao: Shows significant character growth by changing her rebellious ways and returning to a more studious and respectful lifestyle.

Significant Themes

• Risk vs. Reward: Su Ti weighs the potential profits against the risks of exploring the tomb and decides that the risk is too high, preferring to buy Cursed Antiques instead.
• Family and Responsibility: Su Ti shows responsibility by not revealing his martial arts progress to Long Yuanzheng, and Su Qiaoqiao's change highlights the importance of family guidance and support.

Character Interactions

• Su Ti and Xu Lao: Su Ti interacts with Xu Lao and his team, showing maturity and wisdom in refusing the tomb exploration.
• Su Ti and Su Qiaoqiao: Su Ti interacts with his cousin, Su Qiaoqiao, showing understanding and acceptance of her change in behavior.
• Su Ti and Su Yuwei: Su Ti interacts with his sister, Su Yuwei, who explains Su Qiaoqiao's change and asks Su Ti to treat the past as black history.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Ti notices he looks handsomer after his fourth Bodhisattva Practice session.
• Su Zihao tries to persuade Su Zimo to acknowledge their biological father and return to the ancestral clan, but Su Zimo refuses.
• Su Qiaoqiao and Su Yuwei are kidnapped by unknown assailants after their car crashes.
• Su Ti witnesses the kidnapping and tries to intervene but arrives too late. He finds Li Shifu, the driver, mortally wounded.

Character Developments

• Su Ti: Becomes more confident and handsome after his fourth Bodhisattva Practice session. He demonstrates exceptional speed and agility in pursuit of the kidnappers.
• Su Zimo: Stands firm in his refusal to acknowledge their biological father for wealth and status.
• Su Qiaoqiao: Still naive about the complexities of the world and wealthy families.
• Su Yuwei: Seems to have experienced the harsh realities of wealthy families and hints at the dangers of entering the Su Corporation.
• Li Shifu: Sacrifices himself to protect Su Yuwei and Su Qiaoqiao, revealing that the kidnappers are Inner Training martial artists.

Significant Themes

• The importance of integrity and principles (Su Zimo's refusal to acknowledge his biological father).
• The dangers and complexities of wealth and power (Su Yuwei's warning about the Su Corporation).
• The harsh reality of the world (Li Shifu's sacrifice and the kidnapping of Su Qiaoqiao and Su Yuwei).

Character Interactions

• Su Ti and Su Qiaoqiao: Su Ti is protective of his younger cousin and tries to save her.
• Su Zimo and Su Zihao: The brothers clash over the decision to acknowledge their biological father.
• Su Ti and Li Shifu: Su Ti tries to save Li Shifu, but he dies before Su Ti can reach him.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Shifu, Su Ti's cousin, is killed while trying to protect Su Ti's nieces, Su Yuwei and Su Qiaoqiao, who are then kidnapped.
• Su Ti pursues the kidnappers, who are revealed to be Lian Wei (Corpse Puppet Sect) and Wang Jiu (Songyang Sect), hired by a mysterious client.
• Su Ti confronts the kidnappers, killing Lian Wei with a single strike and engaging Wang Jiu.

Character Developments

• Su Ti: Shows exceptional martial arts skills, likely at the Great Accomplishment of Inner Refinement, and displays a fierce and determined demeanor.
• Lian Wei: Reveals his Corpse Body Skill, which makes him resistant to physical attacks, but is ultimately killed by Su Ti.
• Wang Jiu: Shows his martial arts prowess, with four levels of Inner Refinement cultivation, and maintains a calm and collected demeanor despite the situation.

Significant Themes

• Martial Arts Power Dynamics: The chapter highlights the power of martial arts, with Su Ti's skills allowing him to overpower Lian Wei, and Wang Jiu's skills making him a formidable opponent.
• Evil vs. Righteous: The contrast between the Corpse Puppet Sect (evil) and the Songyang Sect (righteous) is emphasized through their actions and reputations.

Character Interactions

• Su Ti vs. Lian Wei: Su Ti's single strike against Lian Wei showcases his superior martial arts skills and determination to rescue his nieces.
• Su Ti vs. Wang Jiu: The impending confrontation between Su Ti and Wang Jiu hints at a more challenging and evenly matched fight, given Wang Jiu's higher level of Inner Refinement cultivation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Ti and Wang Jiu clash, with Su Ti using his King Python Hand to match Wang Jiu's Songyang Palm.
• Wang Jiu reveals his origin when provoked by Su Ti.
• Lian Wei intervenes, but Su Ti kicks him away and continues to fight Wang Jiu, ultimately killing him.
• Lian Wei, revealed to be non-human, enters a bloodthirsty state and attacks Su Ti.
• Su Ti discovers Lian Wei's immortality source, a "spinal worm," and destroys it, killing Lian Wei.

Character Developments

• Su Ti demonstrates his strength and versatility, adapting to different opponents and situations.
• Wang Jiu and Lian Wei reveal their origins and true nature, showing their ruthlessness and desperation.
• Lian Wei's immortality source is revealed, showing his unique and terrifying nature.

Significant Themes

• The power of adaptability and versatility in combat.
• The ruthlessness and desperation of those who seek power at any cost.
• The terrifying nature of the unknown and the otherworldly.

Character Interactions

• Su Ti and Wang Jiu clash, with Wang Jiu underestimating Su Ti's speed and adaptability.
• Su Ti and Lian Wei fight, with Su Ti discovering Lian Wei's secret and using it to defeat him.
• The dynamic between Su Ti and his opponents highlights his strength, adaptability, and ruthlessness.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Ti absorbs energy from a spine worm, marking the first time he's obtained energy from something other than a Cursed Antique.
• He rescues his cousins, Su Qiaoqiao and Su Yuwei, from their kidnappers, Wang Jiu and Lian Wei, killing them in the process.
• Su Ti cleans up the scene and calls the police, then walks home to avoid leaving a record.
• Su Zihao receives a ransom call from Su Luo, who demands all of Su Zihao's shares and property in exchange for the girls' safety.
• The police rescue Su Qiaoqiao and Su Yuwei, and Su Zihao reports Su Luo to the police.
• The Third Category Affairs Investigation Bureau investigates the scene and decides not to pursue the case further due to lack of supernatural involvement.

Character Developments

• Su Ti discovers a new energy source and considers its implications.
• Su Zihao's determination to protect his daughters leads him to report Su Luo, prioritizing their safety over family ties.
• Su Luo's desperation and jealousy drive him to kidnap his nieces for personal gain.

Significant Themes

• The consequences of greed and desperation (Su Luo's actions).
• The importance of family and protecting loved ones (Su Zihao's actions).
• The exploration of new energy sources and their potential implications (Su Ti's discovery).

Character Interactions

• Su Ti and the spine worm: Su Ti absorbs energy from the worm, marking a significant development in his abilities.
• Su Ti and Wang Jiu/Lian Wei: Su Ti rescues his cousins by killing their kidnappers.
• Su Zihao and Su Luo: Their tense conversation reveals the depths of Su Luo's desperation and Su Zihao's determination to protect his daughters.
• Zhou Jia and Song Yi: The two investigators discuss the case and decide not to pursue it further, highlighting their casual approach to their work.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Ti stays alone in his room, reflecting on the kidnapping incident and the spinal worm.
• He calls Long Yuanzheng, his master, to inquire about the spinal worm, which Long identifies as an Evil Spirit.
• Su Ti learns about Heretical Sects, which use Evil Spirits for their practice.
• Su Ti decides to join Xu Lao's tomb raiding group after learning that the next tomb they're raiding is on a Yin Meridian, likely to have Evil Spirits.
• The police visit Su Ti for questioning regarding the kidnapping incident, but he manages to convince them he's innocent.

Character Developments

• Su Ti becomes more curious and interested in Evil Spirits after learning they can provide him with energy.
• Long Yuanzheng shows concern for Su Ti's safety and offers to protect him if any trouble arises.
• Xu Lao reveals more about Evil Spirits and their connection to Yin Meridians and tombs.
• Cao Man, Xu Lao's goddaughter, is introduced as part of the tomb raiding group.

Significant Themes

• The hidden world of Ancient Martial Arts and Evil Spirits.
• The potential danger and rewards of tomb raiding.
• Trust and partnership in the face of danger.

Character Interactions

• Su Ti seeks information from Long Yuanzheng about the spinal worm.
• Su Ti agrees to join Xu Lao's tomb raiding group after learning about the potential for encountering Evil Spirits.
• Su Ti interacts with the police, successfully convincing them of his innocence.
• Xu Lao introduces Cao Man to Su Ti as part of the tomb raiding group.