Ch. 1921Today Was More Important Than Tomorrow

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Meng Chao and Gu Shao Yu discuss the possibility of peace between Earthlings and the Holy Light Human Race after decades of war.
  • Gu Shao Yu suggests blaming a scapegoat (Meng Chao) for the war to facilitate peace.
  • Meng Chao learns that their allies, the Chaos Races, plan to turn against them once the Holy Light Temple is defeated.
  • Dragon Capital, the heart of Meng Chao's civilization, is suddenly attacked and destroyed.

Character Developments

  • Meng Chao: Realizes the precariousness of alliances and the potential betrayal by their Chaos Race allies. Experiences shock and despair at the destruction of Dragon Capital.
  • Gu Shao Yu: Reveals his manipulative nature, prioritizing short-term gains over long-term plans. Shows no remorse for the destruction caused.

Significant Themes

  • Manipulation and betrayal in political alliances.
  • The prioritization of immediate gains over long-term plans and consequences.
  • The destructive nature of war and its impact on society and civilization.

Character Interactions

  • Meng Chao and Gu Shao Yu: Their conversation reveals the complex dynamics between them, with Gu Shao Yu manipulating Meng Chao and the latter realizing the true nature of their alliance.

Ch. 1922That Damned Future

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Meng Chao observes a future where remnants of the Nine Great Families and the Holy Light Temple collude to attack Dragon Capital.
  • The Hunting Wind Defense Line falls, and Dragon Capital is engulfed in flames.
  • A ten-day street battle ensues, ending in victory for Meng Chao's forces but leaving the city in ruins.
  • Meng Chao, paranoid and brutal, launches a purge of suspected remnants of the Nine Great Families, turning the population against him.
  • His ally, "Doomsday Demon Wolf" Kanus, attempts a coup, leading to the disintegration of the Chaos Faction.

Character Developments

  • Meng Chao becomes sinister, perverse, and brutal due to betrayal and loss, turning into a tyrant.
  • Kanus, once Meng Chao's close comrade, turns against him out of fear and self-preservation.

Significant Themes

  • Betrayal and its consequences.
  • Paranoia and its destructive effects on leadership.
  • The corrupting influence of power.

Character Interactions

  • Meng Chao's relationship with his generals and the population deteriorates due to his paranoia and brutality.
  • Kanus betrays Meng Chao, leading to the disintegration of their alliance.

Ch. 1923The Fall of the Tyrant

Key Plot Points and Events

  • The Holy Light Faction, after suffering heavy losses, adopts a pragmatic approach, offering peace to Chaos Races in exchange for recognition and land.
  • The new Holy Light High Priest issues an edict allowing Chaos Races to be redeemed, stopping the "Purification Policy," and acknowledging their habitats.
  • The Dragon City Civilization, led by Meng Chao, is the only faction not offered peace, with the Holy Light Faction portraying Meng Chao as the sole cause of the war.

Character Developments

  • Meng Chao, despite his victories, faces increasing isolation and opposition from his own people due to his ruthless methods and the Holy Light Faction's propaganda.
  • The Holy Light High Priest shows political acumen by making concessions to the Chaos Races and scapegoating Meng Chao.
  • Kanus, the Doomsday Demon Wolf, is weakened and his warnings about the Holy Light Faction's true intentions go unheeded.

Significant Themes

  • Pragmatism vs. Fanaticism: The Holy Light Faction's shift in approach from fanatical beliefs to pragmatic politics.
  • The Price of Power: Meng Chao's increasing isolation and opposition due to his actions to maintain power.
  • The Power of Propaganda: The Holy Light Faction's successful portrayal of Meng Chao as the sole cause of the war.

Character Interactions

  • The Holy Light High Priest and Meng Chao: The High Priest uses diplomatic means to weaken Meng Chao's position, while Meng Chao faces increasing isolation and opposition.
  • Meng Chao and the Dragon City people: Meng Chao's actions and the Holy Light Faction's propaganda cause the Dragon City people to turn against him.
  • Kanus and the Chaos Races: Kanus warns the Chaos Races about the Holy Light Faction's true intentions, but his warnings go unheeded due to his weakened state and the allure of the Holy Light Faction's offer.

Ch. 1924Meng Chao's Reflection

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Meng Chao, the ruler of Dragon Capital, is surrounded and attacked by assassins, leading to his fall from power.
  • He experiences a vision of a bleak future where Dragon City is destroyed, and he is regarded as a tyrant.
  • Meng Chao realizes the vision is one possible future and that the Primordial Civilization's ability to deduce the future is not perfect.
  • He understands that the Primordial Civilization's underground palace is used to observe and guide actions towards better futures.

Character Developments

  • Meng Chao reflects on his past mistakes and acknowledges his naivety and arrogance during his rise to power.
  • He recognizes the complexity of the Nine Great Families and the internal contradictions within the Holy Light Faction.

Significant Themes

  • The consequences of arrogance and naivety in power.
  • The complexity and unpredictability of future outcomes.
  • The importance of understanding and utilizing internal contradictions within opposing factions.

Character Interactions

  • Meng Chao's reflections are internal, but his past interactions with Lü Siya and other characters are referenced to illustrate his mistakes.
  • The Holy Light High Priest is mentioned as a cunning and ruthless opponent.
  • The Nine Great Families and the Holy Light Faction are presented as complex entities with internal struggles.

Ch. 1925New Future

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Meng Chao envisions a better future for the Dragon City Civilization, avoiding past mistakes.
  • He interacts with a "Jellyfish" containing this future, and his consciousness is transported to this new timeline.
  • Meng Chao wakes up in a cramped, book-filled room, realizing he's in a "Good Future" for the Dragon City Civilization.
  • He discovers he has a Spirit-Powered Prosthetic Limb and numerous scars, indicating heavy injuries from past battles.

Character Developments

  • Meng Chao: He maintains a humble and simple lifestyle despite his high position. He's willing to risk his life for his homeland, showing bravery and dedication.
  • Future Meng Chao: He's severely injured, with numerous scars and artificial organs, indicating he's fought relentlessly for the Dragon City Civilization.

Significant Themes

  • Sacrifice for one's homeland and people.
  • The consequences of past actions and the importance of learning from them.
  • The cost of war and the resilience of the human spirit.

Character Interactions

  • Meng Chao interacts with a "Jellyfish" containing the future he envisions, leading to his consciousness being transported to that timeline.
  • There's no direct interaction with other characters in this chapter, but the state of Meng Chao's body reflects the impact of his interactions with enemies in past battles.

Ch. 1926Deformed City

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Meng Chao, after a time skip, awakens in a future Dragon City that's vastly different from his memories.
  • The city is chaotic, overrun with advertisements from the Nine Super Enterprises, and lacks the order and grandeur of Meng Chao's previous vision for Dragon Capital.
  • He discovers that Superstar Group, which should have been the most powerful enterprise, has a mere half-functional billboard and no visible presence.
  • Meng Chao witnesses the stark contrast between the luxurious, illusory advertisements and the harsh reality of the city's impoverished citizens.

Character Developments

  • Meng Chao: He is initially hopeful about the future but becomes disillusioned upon seeing the city's state. He experiences a coughing fit due to his artificial organs, signifying his physical vulnerability despite his powerful status.

Significant Themes

  • Disillusionment: Meng Chao's idealistic vision of the future clashes with the harsh reality, leading to his disillusionment.
  • Social Inequality: The stark contrast between the luxurious advertisements and the impoverished citizens highlights the city's social inequality.
  • Power and Influence: The Nine Super Enterprises' dominance in the city suggests their significant power and influence.

Character Interactions

  • There are no direct interactions in this chapter, but Meng Chao's observations of the city and its citizens reflect his internal struggle and growing concern for the city's state.

Ch. 1927The Bastards Who Dismantle the Bridge After Crossing the River!

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Meng Chao, the protagonist, suffers a severe coughing fit, causing him to bleed.
  • Gu Shao Yu, Meng Chao's loyal disciple, rushes in to assist him.
  • Gu Shao Yu expresses his frustration and resentment towards the Nine Great Families, who exploit Meng Chao's strength while undermining him.

Character Developments

  • Meng Chao: Despite his injuries and the betrayal in a previous timeline, he remains dedicated to protecting Dragon City Civilization.
  • Gu Shao Yu: He has become more loyal and outspoken, expressing his disdain for the Nine Great Families' manipulation of Meng Chao.

Significant Themes

  • Betrayal and loyalty: Gu Shao Yu's loyalty contrasts with the betrayal of the Nine Great Families.
  • Power dynamics: The Nine Great Families' manipulation of Meng Chao highlights the power struggle within Dragon City Civilization.

Character Interactions

  • Meng Chao and Gu Shao Yu: Their interaction shows a deep bond, with Gu Shao Yu expressing his concern and frustration over Meng Chao's treatment by the Nine Great Families.
  • Meng Chao and the Nine Great Families: Their relationship is strained due to the families' exploitation of Meng Chao's strength and their attempts to undermine him.

Ch. 1928Hero or Sinner

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Meng Chao reflects on his past leadership of the Chaos Faction against the Holy Light Faction, recalling the bravery of his troops and the opportunistic behavior of the Nine Super Enterprises.
  • He remembers his futile attempts to hold the Nine Great Families accountable for their cowardice and self-interest, despite his military victories.
  • Meng Chao realizes that he missed opportunities to eliminate the Nine Great Families due to his reluctance to use violence and maintain his reputation.

Character Developments

  • Meng Chao: Struggles with his past decisions, realizing that his reluctance to use force and maintain his reputation may have led to the current dire state of Dragon City Civilization. He is torn between his desire to uphold the law and his responsibility to save his people.
  • Gu Shao Yu: Gains confidence and courage to confront Meng Chao, expressing his frustration with Meng Chao's inaction and urging him to take drastic measures to save their civilization.

Significant Themes

  • The struggle between maintaining one's reputation and doing what is necessary for the greater good.
  • The consequences of missed opportunities and indecision in leadership.
  • The corrupting influence of power and self-interest.

Character Interactions

  • Meng Chao and Gu Shao Yu: Gu Shao Yu confronts Meng Chao about his past inaction, accusing him of being either a hero who saved civilization or a sinner who ruined it. Meng Chao is shaken by Gu Shao Yu's words, realizing the gravity of the situation and questioning his past decisions.

Ch. 1929Benefits and Costs

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Gu Shao Yu reveals that the Frost Barbarian, a loyal ally of Dragon City Civilization, has surrendered to the Holy Light Faction.
  • Meng Chao, the commander, is shocked as the Frost Barbarian were previously one of the most trusted and reliable allies.
  • Meng Chao realizes that his actions in this future led to the Frost Barbarian's surrender.

Character Developments

  • Meng Chao: Struggles with the consequences of his past actions and the betrayal of his allies.
  • Gu Shao Yu: Shows understanding and acceptance of the Frost Barbarian's surrender, suggesting he has a broader perspective.

Significant Themes

  • Consequences of actions: Meng Chao's past decisions have led to the current situation, highlighting the theme of cause and effect.
  • Betrayal and loyalty: The Frost Barbarian's surrender raises questions about loyalty and the reasons behind betrayal.
  • Strategic planning: The chapter explores the costs and benefits of different strategic approaches, with Meng Chao's past and current strategies being analyzed.

Character Interactions

  • Meng Chao and Gu Shao Yu: Their conversation reveals Meng Chao's shock and Gu Shao Yu's acceptance of the Frost Barbarian's surrender, showing a contrast in their attitudes.
  • Meng Chao and the Frost Barbarian: Though not present, the Frost Barbarian's actions and history with Meng Chao are discussed, highlighting their relationship and Meng Chao's feelings of betrayal.

Ch. 1930The Unforeseen Butterfly Effect

Key Plot Points and Events

  • The Chaos Races, previously scattered and isolated, face a new threat due to the Another World War and the introduction of advanced military technology by the Dragon City Civilization.
  • The Holy Light Faction rapidly adapts and integrates this new technology, turning the tide of war and targeting the Chaos Races in the north.
  • The Holy Light Faction develops effective air defense and space jump interference, hampering the Chaos Races' ability to receive aid.
  • The Frost Barbarians, despite heavy losses, continue to fight, leading to their eventual annihilation and the submission of other Chaos Races.
  • The Holy Light Faction conceals their victory and secretly redeploys forces to the Southern Front.

Character Developments

  • Meng Chao, the former Chaos Faction commander, is removed from his position and replaced by someone from the Nine Great Families.
  • The Frost Barbarians, despite their stubbornness, face extinction due to their refusal to surrender.

Significant Themes

  • The impact of advanced technology on traditional warfare and societies.
  • The consequences of isolation and lack of unity among scattered groups.
  • The struggle for survival and the price of stubbornness or stupidity.

Character Interactions

  • The Holy Light Faction, now equipped with modern weapons, gains the upper hand against the Chaos Races.
  • The Frost Barbarians face criticism and a two-sided attack from the Elf Race and the Dwarf Race.
  • Meng Chao's removal from command creates a power vacuum, with a new leader eager to prove themselves.

Ch. 19311% Chance of Victory!

Key Plot Points and Events

  • The Nine Great Families' commanders lead Dragon City's elite forces into a trap set by the Holy Light Faction.
  • Meng Chao's troops are unable to rescue them due to lack of reinforcements and the vast distance.
  • The Turan Orcs, led by Kanus, are reluctant to help due to Dragon City's past actions and Meng Chao's refusal to eliminate the Nine Great Families.
  • The Hunting Wind Defense Line falls, and seven of Dragon City's Battlegroups surrender. The remaining forces are severely depleted and surrounded.
  • The enemy's vanguard, the 'Light Wings Knight Order', approaches Dragon Capital.

Character Developments

  • Meng Chao struggles with the decision to cross moral and legal boundaries to save Dragon City, reflecting on his past failures and the lessons learned.
  • Kanus loses hope in Meng Chao and Dragon City, preferring to focus on Turan Civilization's interests.
  • Gu Shao Yu advises retreat to Dragon City or the Monster Mountain Range to buy time and regroup.

Significant Themes

  • The consequences of hesitation and greed in leadership (Nine Great Families).
  • The importance of trust and alliance in survival (Dragon City vs. Turan Orcs).
  • The struggle between morality and necessity in decision-making (Meng Chao).

Character Interactions

  • Meng Chao and Gu Shao Yu discuss retreat strategies.
  • Meng Chao reflects on his past failures with Kanus and the Nine Great Families.
  • Meng Chao and Gu Shao Yu react to the news of the Hunting Wind Defense Line's fall and the approaching enemy.

Ch. 1932Two Swords United

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Meng Chao finds himself in a timeless space, deducing two possible futures spanning decades.
  • He realizes the 'Primordial Human' wants him to stay and deduce futures until he finds the 'correct answer' to save Dragon City Civilization.
  • Meng Chao identifies that the key to survival isn't eliminating the Nine Great Families, but making the right choices in the 100 Life and Death Choices.
  • He discovers a new future where he accepts Lü Siya's proposal to become her Gene Inheritance Partner.

Character Developments

  • Meng Chao learns from his past mistakes and understands the importance of making the right choices and having a suitable partner to save Dragon City Civilization.
  • He overcomes his reservations about Lü Siya's ambition and their complicated relationship, deciding to join forces with her.

Significant Themes

  • The importance of making the right choices and learning from past mistakes.
  • The necessity of having a capable partner to achieve a common goal.
  • The struggle between personal feelings and the greater good.

Character Interactions

  • Meng Chao reflects on his past interactions with Lü Siya, acknowledging her strengths and his fears about her ambition.
  • He decides to join forces with Lü Siya, accepting her proposal to become her Gene Inheritance Partner, in a "Perfect Combination of Two Swords."

Ch. 1933Trouble Within the Walls

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Meng Chao entrusts Lü Siya with managing the Dragon City Civilization, focusing on military affairs.
  • Lü Siya successfully strengthens the civilization, leading to a powerful military.
  • Meng Chao adopts a strategic approach, focusing on improving internal strength and squeezing the Holy Light Faction.
  • The Holy Light Faction suffers heavy losses, while the Chaos Faction advances steadily.
  • Meng Chao aims to activate the "Space-Based Orbital Strike" to remove the threat hanging over Another World.

Character Developments

  • Meng Chao becomes more strategic and patient, learning from past mistakes.
  • Lü Siya proves herself an effective leader, navigating political and economic challenges.
  • The Holy Light Faction's forces suffer heavy losses and morale decline.

Significant Themes

  • The importance of strategic patience and long-term planning.
  • The tension between military and civil interests.
  • The consequences of hidden power struggles.

Character Interactions

  • Meng Chao and Lü Siya work together effectively, with Lü Siya managing internal affairs and Meng Chao leading the military.
  • The Holy Light Faction and Chaos Faction engage in a prolonged conflict, with the Chaos Faction gaining the upper hand.
  • Tensions rise between the military and civil groups within the Dragon City Civilization.

Ch. 1934Fools Who Planned for a Rainy Day

Key Plot Points and Events

  • The Eye of Chaos, an organization led by Lü Siya, grows significantly during the war, expanding its functions and attempting to break free from Meng Chao's control.
  • Meng Chao orders the Eye of Chaos to limit its activities to espionage and intelligence gathering, fearing the Holy Light Temple's Space-Based Orbital Weapons.
  • Lü Siya appears to comply but shifts her focus to Turanze, causing Meng Chao to underestimate her ambitions.
  • The Dragon City Civilization and the Turan Civilization, close allies, face geographical and strategic contradictions, particularly regarding the control of newly conquered lands and resources.

Character Developments

  • Meng Chao: Struggles to maintain control over the Eye of Chaos, fearing the Holy Light Temple's orbital weapon capabilities. He underestimates Lü Siya's ambitions.
  • Lü Siya: Secretly expands the Eye of Chaos's influence in Turanze, demonstrating her strategic acumen and ambition.
  • Kanus (Doomsday Demon Wolf): Not directly involved in this chapter but is mentioned as a potential rival to Meng Chao in the post-war power struggle.

Significant Themes

  • Power struggle and ambition within the Chaos Faction.
  • The consequences of underestimating one's allies and the dangers of complacency.
  • The strategic importance of geography and resources in war and post-war power dynamics.

Character Interactions

  • Meng Chao and Lü Siya: Their relationship is strained due to Lü Siya's expansion of the Eye of Chaos, leading to disputes and threats from Meng Chao. Lü Siya appears to comply but secretly continues her plans.
  • Meng Chao and Kanus: Though not directly interacting in this chapter, their potential rivalry is foreshadowed, highlighting the power struggle within the Chaos Faction.

Ch. 1935Dead Rabbit Operation

Key Plot Points and Events

  • A secret operation, "Dead Rabbit," is launched to assassinate "Doomsday Demon Wolf" Kanus and annex the Turan Civilization.
  • The operation is risky and costly, but proponents argue it's necessary to prevent a devastating civil war and maintain Dragon City's dominance.
  • The operation is led by Lü Siya, Meng Chao's wife, who keeps him in the dark to protect his image.
  • Lü Siya persuades many, including Meng Chao's loyal generals, to support the operation.
  • The operation succeeds in assassinating Kanus, but it's revealed that Kanus had created an artificial body and was hiding in the Holy Mountain Temple.
  • Kanus counterattacks, capturing and torturing most of the assassins. Lü Siya barely escapes, severely injured.

Character Developments

  • Lü Siya: Shows strategic thinking, persuasiveness, and dedication to her civilization, but also deception and ruthlessness.
  • Meng Chao: Remains unaware of the operation, maintaining his image as a righteous leader.
  • Kanus: Proven to be cunning, visionary, and ruthless, with advanced biochemical technology at his disposal.

Significant Themes

  • Power struggle and the cost of ambition.
  • Deception and betrayal in the name of greater good.
  • The consequences of underestimating one's enemy.

Character Interactions

  • Lü Siya manipulates and persuades Meng Chao's generals to support the operation, showing her influence and persuasiveness.
  • Lü Siya and Kanus engage in a deadly game of cat and mouse, with both showing strategic prowess.
  • Meng Chao's trust in Lü Siya is exploited, highlighting the complex dynamics of their relationship.

Ch. 1936A Regrettable Destiny

Key Plot Points & Events

  • A Turan "Suicide Squad" attacks Dragon Capital, targeting the Eye of Chaos headquarters, causing massive destruction and casualties.
  • The attack ends the alliance between the Dragon City Civilization and the Turan Civilization, sparking the Chaos Civil War.
  • Both sides recall elite forces from the Holy Light Faction front, leading to heavy losses.
  • Meng Chao learns the truth and contacts Kanus, proposing peace, but Kanus refuses, stating that the war is inevitable.

Character Developments

  • Lü Siya's reckless actions lead to a catastrophic event, straining her relationship with Meng Chao.
  • Kanus reveals his long-standing anticipation of a breakdown in the alliance and his planned assassination against Meng Chao.
  • Meng Chao, despite his initial anger, attempts to preserve victory by proposing peace to Kanus.

Significant Themes

  • Betrayal & Revenge: The alliance's breakdown due to betrayal and the subsequent revenge attacks.
  • Consequences of Actions: The severe repercussions of Lü Siya's impulsive decision.
  • Inevitable Fate: The idea that the war between the two civilizations is destined to happen, as expressed by Kanus.

Character Interactions

  • Lü Siya's actions cause a rift between her and Meng Chao.
  • Meng Chao and Kanus engage in a tense conversation, with Kanus revealing his long-held plans and refusing Meng Chao's peace proposal.

Ch. 1937Infinite Reincarnation

Key Plot Points & Events

  • Meng Chao observes the prolonged civil war between Dragon City and Turan civilizations, with the Holy Light Faction gaining strength during the stalemate.
  • The war ends in failure for both Dragon City and Turan, and Meng Chao returns to the Deep Sea of Time.
  • Meng Chao decides to continue predicting the future despite the risks to his soul.

Character Developments

  • Meng Chao becomes more determined and less afraid of failure after experiencing multiple reincarnations.
  • Meng Chao decides to work more closely with Lü Siya and focus on rear construction while she handles the front lines.

Significant Themes

  • The consequences of repeatedly predicting the future on the soul.
  • The importance of unity and understanding between allies in achieving success.
  • The potential of a harmonious relationship between Meng Chao and Lü Siya to strengthen Dragon City Civilization.

Character Interactions

  • Meng Chao and Lü Siya's relationship evolves from commercial marriage and fighting partners to a harmonious and loving couple.
  • Their improved relationship positively impacts the alliance between the Nine Great Families and the Blue Alliance, leading to increased military strength and unity.

Ch. 1938A New Legend

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Meng Chao and Lü Siya's children exhibit exceptional cultivation talents and quickly advance through the ranks, even reaching the Heaven Realm at a young age.
  • Meng Chao's youngest son, Meng Xinghe, shows extraordinary abilities from birth and rapidly progresses in cultivation, even Awakening at the age of seven.
  • Meng Xinghe joins the Military Academy incognito and quickly excels, leading to him being sent to the front line at the age of twelve.
  • Meng Xinghe serves as a military observer in the Northern Defense Line, turning the tide in battles, recruiting new Chaos Races, and infiltrating Dwarf territory to gather intelligence.

Character Developments

  • Meng Xinghe grows from a powerful yet naive child into a capable and respected leader among the Chaos Races.
  • Meng Chao, initially protective of his youngest son, comes to trust and support Meng Xinghe's ambition and abilities.
  • Lü Siya encourages Meng Xinghe's independence and growth.

Significant Themes

  • Potential and Growth: Meng Xinghe's rapid cultivation and development highlight the theme of untapped potential and the importance of nurturing growth.
  • Loyalty and Trust: The loyalty of Meng Chao and Lü Siya's children, particularly Meng Xinghe, is a significant theme, contrasting with the conditional loyalty of orphans like Gu Shao Yu.
  • Infiltration and Intelligence: Meng Xinghe's infiltration of Dwarf territory emphasizes the importance of gathering information and understanding one's enemies.

Character Interactions

  • Meng Chao and Meng Xinghe: The father-son relationship evolves from one of protection and worry to trust and support as Meng Xinghe proves his capabilities.
  • Meng Xinghe and Chaos Races: Meng Xinghe forms deep bonds with various Chaos Races through shared experiences, saving lives, and establishing prestige.
  • Meng Xinghe and Dwarf Leaders: Meng Xinghe's infiltration of Dwarf territory allows him to interact with and gain the respect of Dwarf Leaders.

Ch. 1939History in Reverse

Key Plot Points & Events

  • Meng Xinghe's brilliant military achievements, including the destruction of a Holy Light prisoner camp and leading various races in a rampage through Holy Light territory.
  • The suggestion to concentrate power on Meng Chao as the "First Citizen," "Lifelong Governor," and "Eternal Commander" of Dragon City Civilization, and even to restore the imperial system with Meng Chao as emperor.
  • The argument that the imperial system is necessary due to the inequality caused by Spirit Energy, and that a wise monarch can protect the interests of Ordinary Citizens from Superhumans.

Character Developments

  • Meng Xinghe: Proven as a brilliant military strategist and leader, earning the respect and fear of even Holy Light believers.
  • Meng Chao: Recognized as the key figure for the Chaos Faction's victory and the potential ruler of Another World post-war. His age and power at the time of the Blood Alliance Riot are mentioned, suggesting he could have prevented it if he had more authority.

Significant Themes

  • Power dynamics and governance: The debate over the imperial system versus the parliamentary republic, and the role of a strong leader in managing a vast, unequal society.
  • Inequality and Spirit Energy: The objective existence of Spirit Energy creates a widening gap between people, challenging the idea of 'equality for all' from Earth's history.
  • Historical lessons: The past misdeeds of the Nine Great Families and the Blood Alliance Riot are remembered, influencing the current debate on governance.

Character Interactions

  • Meng Xinghe and Meng Chao: Their relationship is not explicitly stated, but Meng Chao's pride in Meng Xinghe's achievements and his consideration of Xinghe's role in the future suggest a close bond.
  • Radical elements and Ordinary Citizens: The radical elements attempt to sway public opinion, using historical arguments and the threat of Superhuman power to convince Ordinary Citizens to support the imperial system.

Ch. 1940Greatest Common Divisor

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Meng Chao, the leader of the Chaos Faction, is proposed to be made "Lifelong Governor" with expanded authority, aiming to restore the ancient imperial system.
  • Lü Siya, Meng Chao's wife, is revealed to be the mastermind behind this proposal.
  • Lü Siya argues that only the imperial system can manage the diverse Another World Continent after the Chaos Faction's victory.
  • Meng Chao questions the feasibility of the imperial system, given the diverse races and their potential resistance.

Character Developments

  • Meng Chao: Initially dismissive of the imperial system proposal, he becomes exasperated and concerned about the potential consequences, such as civil war.
  • Lü Siya: Revealed to be politically strategic, she believes the imperial system is necessary for managing the diverse Another World Continent and preventing the Chaos Faction's victory from being in vain.

Significant Themes

  • Power and governance: The debate between the imperial system and parliamentary republic highlights the challenges of governing diverse societies.
  • Unity and division: Lü Siya's proposal aims to create a unifying figure (Meng Chao) to prevent divisions within the Chaos Faction and with other races.
  • Historical precedents: Lü Siya uses historical examples from Earth to support her argument for the imperial system.

Character Interactions

  • Meng Chao and Lü Siya: Their conversation reveals their differing views on governance and the future of the Chaos Faction. Despite their disagreement, they maintain a respectful and open dialogue.
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