Ch. 81Ten Years Apart in Life and Death
Key Plot Points and Events
- Jiang Ming reflects on his 10-year stay at Da Zhu Peak, where he planned to enlighten Zhang Xiao Fan but failed due to Bi Yao's intervention.
- Zhang Xiao Fan leaves with Bi Yao, becoming Gui Li, the vice leader of the Ghost King Sect, and gains infamy for his ruthlessness.
- Jiang Ming obtains the fifth volume of the Heavenly Book and comprehends the Nameless Ancient Scroll on the Zhu Xian Sword.
- The Ghost King Sect sieges Heavenly Sound Temple, with Zhang Xiao Fan (as Gui Li) participating. Jiang Ming takes advantage of the chaos to obtain the fourth volume of the Heavenly Book.
- Jiang Ming begins cultivating the four volumes of the Heavenly Book, aiming to break into the Mythic Realm.
Character Developments
- Jiang Ming: Becomes more determined and strategic in his plans, successfully obtaining the fifth and fourth volumes of the Heavenly Book. He continues to cultivate towards breaking into the Mythic Realm.
- Zhang Xiao Fan/Gui Li: Falls into the demonic path, becoming ruthless and powerful. He participates in the siege of Heavenly Sound Temple.
- Cang Song: Repents and dies after seeing Wan Jianyi, showing his loyalty and love for Qingyun Sect.
Significant Themes
- The inevitability of fate and the "general trend" of the Heavenly Dao.
- The consequences of one's actions and the karmic retribution they may bring.
- The struggle between the righteous and demonic paths, and the rise of the demonic path.
Character Interactions
- Jiang Ming and Zhang Xiao Fan: Jiang Ming's plan to enlighten Zhang Xiao Fan fails due to Bi Yao's intervention, leading to Zhang Xiao Fan's fall into the demonic path.
- Cang Song and Wan Jianyi: Cang Song repents and dies before Wan Jianyi, showing his loyalty and regret for his past actions.
- Jiang Ming and the Ghost King: Jiang Ming intimidates the Ghost King to fulfill his promise of providing a Spirit Beast, showing his growing power and influence.