Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lu Xun, Mao Nanbei, and Lin Chan travel to the Land of the Far North in the Paper Crane.
• Lu Xun discovers a serialized novel on the forum using 'Purple Prince' as a character, written in a style he finds offensive.
• They reach Eagle Stream Cliff, home to the Ghost's Sorrow dungeon of Unrestrained Mountain.
• Lu Xun plans to reveal his high-level identity to the stationed disciples but is interrupted by a familiar voice.

Character Developments

• Lu Xun: Becomes annoyed by the novel using 'Purple Prince' as a character. He teaches Lin Chan new skills, earning experience points. He grows increasingly protective of Lin Chan, wary of Ye Suian's potential interest in her.
• Lin Chan: Reaches the Great Perfection of the Qi Devouring Art and is ready to break through to the Initial Realm. She learns the Ancient Water Element Grand Formation and Powder and Ink from Lu Xun.
• Mao Nanbei: Expresses interest in trying out the Ghost's Sorrow dungeon.

Significant Themes

• The impact of online forums and internet culture on the characters' lives.
• Lu Xun's protective instincts towards Lin Chan and his disapproval of Ye Suian's character.
• The differences in cultivation methods and their effects on cultivators' appearances and attitudes, as seen with the disciples of Unrestrained Mountain.

Character Interactions

• Lu Xun and Mao Nanbei: They travel together, and Mao Nanbei asks Lu Xun about the Ghost's Sorrow dungeon.
• Lu Xun and Lin Chan: Lu Xun teaches Lin Chan new skills and expresses pride in her progress and appearance.
• Lu Xun and the stationed disciples of Unrestrained Mountain: Lu Xun plans to reveal his high-level identity to them but is interrupted before he can do so.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lu Xun and Lin Chan arrive at Ghost's Sorrow, where they meet Ye Suian, a fan of Lu Xun.
• Ye Suian, eager to keep up with Lu Xun's pace, has arrived earlier and achieved a top ranking in the instance.
• Lu Xun pays the entrance fee for himself and Lin Chan, totaling 1000 Spirit Stones.
• Lin Chan decides to explore the instance first, with Lu Xun's encouragement.

Character Developments

• Lu Xun remains polite and gentle, even when faced with Ye Suian's enthusiasm.
• Ye Suian's admiration for Lu Xun grows, leading him to neglect his usual romantic pursuits and focus on cultivation.
• Lin Chan shows initiative and determination, wanting to explore the instance first to support Lu Xun.

Significant Themes

• The theme of admiration and competition is further explored through Ye Suian's interactions with Lu Xun.
• The bond between Lu Xun and Lin Chan deepens, with Lu Xun encouraging Lin Chan's growth.

Character Interactions

• Lu Xun and Ye Suian: Ye Suian's admiration for Lu Xun is evident, while Lu Xun remains polite but reserved.
• Lu Xun and Lin Chan: Lu Xun encourages Lin Chan's independence and growth, showing his care and support for her.
• Ye Suian and Lin Chan: Ye Suian pays little attention to Lin Chan, focusing solely on Lu Xun.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Chan enters Ghost's Sorrow and has a challenging experience.
• Lu Xun enters Ghost's Sorrow to face multiple ghosts hidden in bronze mirrors, testing his Divine Sense and reflexes.
• Lu Xun easily defeats the ghosts in the first two levels, showcasing his strength and precision.

Character Developments

• Lin Chan demonstrates courage and honesty, growing rapidly as a cultivator.
• Lu Xun displays his powerful Divine Sense, precision, and combat skills, further cementing his status as a formidable cultivator.

Significant Themes

• The theme of cultivation and growth is evident in both Lin Chan and Lu Xun's experiences.
• The concept of recycling and conservation of energy is explored through the Ghost's Sorrow dungeon.

Character Interactions

• Lu Xun and Ye Suian have a tense interaction, with Lu Xun feeling that Ye Suian is simping for him.
• Lu Xun shows concern and care for Lin Chan, promising to protect her and asking Mao Nanbei to watch over her while he's gone.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lu Xun successfully completes the second trial of Ghost's Sorrow, facing up to five ghosts simultaneously.
• He proceeds to the third trial, which involves 81 moving bronze mirrors, each at the level of Yellow Tier Equipment, and 10 ghosts.
• Lu Xun uses his Mental Strength and Formation Talent to navigate the trial, destroying ghosts and mirrors with his Fingertip Sword Qi and Ink Wash Qi.

Character Developments

• Lu Xun demonstrates his adaptability, quick thinking, and powerful Divine Sense, impressing the Guardian Old Snake.
• Lu Xun levels up his Powder and Ink skill to Level 5 and uses it effectively in the trial.

Significant Themes

• The theme of adaptability is highlighted as Lu Xun navigates the changing trial with ease.
• The power of preparation and understanding is shown as Lu Xun uses his knowledge of the trial to his advantage.

Character Interactions

• Lu Xun interacts with the ghosts and mirrors as if they are sparring partners, showcasing his confidence and skill.
• Old Snake observes Lu Xun's progress and compares him favorably to other young cultivators, including Xiao Ran and Ye Suian.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lu Xun successfully completes the third trial of the 'Ghost's Sorrow' dungeon using his unique 'Ink Shield' and 'Sword Qi' skills.
• He encounters the final trial's boss, a Ghost King, imprisoned on a platform above.
• The Ghost King's clone, an Elite-level ghost (Level 18), is summoned to fight Lu Xun.

Character Developments

• Lu Xun demonstrates his innovation and adaptability by creating a new skill combination to pass the trials.
• He shows confidence in his abilities and resourcefulness, planning to cheat by using his sword inside the trial.

Significant Themes

• Adaptability and innovation: Lu Xun's ability to create new skills to overcome challenges.
• Resourcefulness and cheating: Lu Xun's willingness to bend rules to gain an advantage.
• Power dynamics: The Ghost King's imprisonment and exploitation by the dungeon's creator.

Character Interactions

• Lu Xun interacts with the Ghost King indirectly, as he faces its clone.
• Lu Xun's internal monologue reveals his thoughts and plans, providing insight into his character.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lu Xun faces two Elite-level ghosts in the dungeon, using Sword Formations and his unique Five Elements cultivation to combat them.
• The ghosts are formed from the Ghost King's extracted Ghost Qi, which is then absorbed back, creating a cyclical process.
• Lu Xun struggles with the two ghosts, eventually defeating one but having the other absorb its Ghost Qi, increasing its power.

Character Developments

• Lu Xun demonstrates his prowess in Sword Formations and Five Elements cultivation, showing his versatility and strength.
• Old Snake, observing from outside, is shocked by Lu Xun's abilities and struggles to understand how he can cultivate all Five Elements.

Significant Themes

• The theme of power and its limits is explored as Lu Xun faces challenges beyond his current level.
• The cyclical nature of the Ghost Qi extraction and absorption highlights the dungeon's unfair and challenging nature.

Character Interactions

• Lu Xun interacts with the ghosts, trying to understand their behavior and adapt his strategies accordingly.
• Old Snake observes Lu Xun's progress, expressing his disbelief and confusion at Lu Xun's abilities.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lu Xun discovers a corpse, not a Ghost King, imprisoned on the aerial platform, producing terrifying Ghost Qi and Yin Energy.
• An Elite-level ghost, after consuming its companions, becomes powerful and berserk.
• Lu Xun decides to use a reversed Five Elements Grand Formation to defeat the ghost, causing an explosion.
• Lu Xun is teleported out after being affected by the explosion, and he returns to the starting point.
• Lu Xun clears the level and ranks first, with his name plaque hung at the top of the wall in [Ghost's Sorrow].

Character Developments

• Lu Xun demonstrates strategic thinking and determination, willing to take risks to defeat the powerful ghost.
• Ye Suian shows no signs of frustration or dissatisfaction despite losing to Lu Xun, maintaining a friendly demeanor.

Significant Themes

• The theme of overcoming challenges and taking risks to achieve victory is highlighted through Lu Xun's actions.
• The power dynamics between the Five Elements are explored, with Lu Xun using the principle of the Five Elements overcoming each other to create a powerful explosion.

Character Interactions

• Lu Xun's interaction with the Elite-level ghost is tense and dangerous, leading to his decision to use the reversed Five Elements Grand Formation.
• Lu Xun's interaction with Ye Suian is briefly mentioned, with Ye Suian showing no signs of resentment towards Lu Xun's victory.
• Lu Xun's interaction with the Unrestrained Mountain disciples is limited to their reaction to his ranking first, with their cold-faced demeanor contrasting with their exclamations of surprise.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lu Xun gains a significant amount of experience points (230,000) from clearing Ghost's Sorrow instance, far exceeding the average player's gains.
• He levels up from 13 to 14, requiring 200,000 experience points for each level in the early stages of the Initial Realm.
• Lu Xun plans to head to Unrestrained Mountain, where he has a task to complete for his teacher.

Character Developments

• Lu Xun demonstrates his strength and prowess, earning respect and admiration from other cultivators.
• Ye Suian, a future World Protagonist, shows interest in joining Lu Xun's group, hinting at potential romantic pursuits towards Lin Chan.

Significant Themes

• The theme of competition and rivalry among sects is highlighted, with Lu Xun aiming to increase the Demon Sect's reputation.
• The theme of love and infatuation is subtly introduced, with Ye Suian's interest in Lin Chan and Lu Xun's protective stance towards her.

Character Interactions

• Lu Xun interacts with Mao Nanbei and Lin Chan, showing a caring and protective attitude towards them.
• He also interacts with Ye Suian, initially considering allowing him to join their group but later becoming resistant due to Ye Suian's potential romantic pursuits towards Lin Chan.
• Lu Xun's interactions with the disciples of Unrestrained Mountain and Old Snake are polite and respectful, showing his awareness of sect politics and rivalry.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lu Xun, Mao Nanbei, Lin Chan, and Ye Suian travel to Unrestrained Mountain.
• Lu Xun suspects the living dead in Ghost's Sorrow might be connected to Unrestrained Mountain.
• Upon arrival, Lu Xun announces their visit, and Unrestrained Mountain's Sect Master, Feng Wuming, greets them warmly.
• They are invited to the Main Hall of Unrestrained Mountain.

Character Developments

• Lu Xun shows humility and courtesy in dealing with Feng Wuming, earning respect.
• Ye Suian admires Lu Xun's behavior and feels left out initially but is later acknowledged by Feng Wuming.

Significant Themes

• Respect and Courtesy: Lu Xun's polite behavior towards Feng Wuming highlights the importance of respect and courtesy in social interactions, even among powerful figures.
• Status and Seniority: The dynamics between Lu Xun, Mao Nanbei, Lin Chan, Ye Suian, and Feng Wuming illustrate the significance of status and seniority in their world.

Character Interactions

• Lu Xun and Feng Wuming exchange polite and warm greetings, establishing a friendly rapport.
• Ye Suian feels left out initially but is later acknowledged by Feng Wuming, showing the importance of one's companions and their connections.
• Lu Xun and Ye Suian's dynamic shows Ye Suian's admiration for Lu Xun and his eagerness to learn from him.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lu Xun and his group arrive at Unrestrained Mountain's Main Hall, greeted by Spirit Crows and a tense atmosphere.
• Lu Xun attempts to retrieve an item from Sect Leader Feng Wuming on his teacher's orders, but Feng Wuming seems unaware of the item's existence.
• Lu Xun struggles to complete his task as Feng Wuming and the Elders appear confused and reluctant to help.

Character Developments

• Lu Xun: Realizes his teacher might have sent him on a wild goose chase, feels frustrated and puzzled.
• Feng Wuming: Seems unaware of the item Lu Xun seeks, appears confused and reluctant to help.
• Mao Nanbei: Wants to catch and eat Spirit Crows, but Lu Xun discourages her.

Significant Themes

• Trust and deception: Lu Xun's trust in his teacher is tested as he struggles to complete his task.
• Communication and understanding: The lack of clear communication between Lu Xun and Feng Wuming leads to confusion and frustration.

Character Interactions

• Lu Xun and Feng Wuming: Lu Xun tries to retrieve an item from Feng Wuming, but Feng Wuming seems unaware of its existence, leading to confusion and tension.
• Lu Xun and Mao Nanbei: Lu Xun discourages Mao Nanbei from catching Spirit Crows, showing his protective side.
• Lu Xun and Ye Suian: Ye Suian admires Lu Xun's knowledge and skills in conversation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lu Xun visits Unrestrained Mountain, unsure of the purpose due to Teacher's vague instructions.
• He considers taking a Spirit Crow as a symbol of Unrestrained Mountain, learning about their supposed descent from the Golden Crow.
• Mao Nanbei agrees to accompany Lu Xun on his return journey, excited for the chance to go down the mountain.

Character Developments

• Lu Xun demonstrates his maturity and understanding, handling the situation diplomatically.
• Mao Nanbei shows her childlike innocence and excitement at the prospect of leaving the mountain.
• Feng Wuming and the Elders display their hospitality and willingness to accommodate Lu Xun's request.

Significant Themes

• The power of diplomacy and tact in navigating complex situations.
• The importance of maintaining harmony and avoiding awkwardness in social interactions.
• The significance of symbols and tokens in representing groups or ideas.

Character Interactions

• Lu Xun and Mao Nanbei's playful interaction, with Lu Xun indulging Mao Nanbei's childlike nature.
• Lu Xun's polite and respectful interaction with Feng Wuming and the Elders, demonstrating his understanding of social dynamics.
• Mao Nanbei's eagerness to accompany Lu Xun, highlighting her desire for adventure and new experiences.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lu Xun and his group settle at Unrestrained Mountain.
• Lu Xun declines Feng Wuming's offer of Outer Sect Disciples to serve them.
• Ye Suian seeks Sword Inquiry and guidance from Lu Xun, leading to a sparring match.
• Lu Xun uses Powder and Ink to defend against Ye Suian's Moon Emperor Sword Qi.
• Lu Xun wins the spar, further impressing Xiao Chan'er and solidifying his reputation.
• Lu Xun chooses a Spirit Crow for Mao Nanbei before leaving Unrestrained Mountain.
• The Spirit Crow, seemingly dull, responds to Lu Xun's beast-taming skill.
• A mysterious event occurs at Ghost's Sorrow, involving a Black Mysterious Mark and a corpse.

Character Developments

• Lu Xun continues to display his prowess in swordsmanship, further solidifying his reputation.
• Ye Suian realizes the growing gap between himself and Lu Xun.
• Mao Nanbei demonstrates her keen eye for selecting the Spirit Crow.
• The corpse at Ghost's Sorrow shows signs of activity, hinting at a potential new development.

Significant Themes

• The theme of skill and prowess in swordsmanship continues to be explored through Lu Xun and Ye Suian's spar.
• The theme of reputation and influence is reinforced as Lu Xun's victory spreads.
• The theme of hidden secrets and mysteries is introduced with the event at Ghost's Sorrow.

Character Interactions

• Lu Xun and Ye Suian's interaction highlights the difference in their swordsmanship skills.
• Lu Xun and Mao Nanbei's interaction shows their camaraderie and mutual support.
• The interaction between Lu Xun and the Spirit Crow hints at his potential as a beast tamer.
• The mysterious interaction at Ghost's Sorrow suggests a potential connection between the corpse and Lu Xun's group.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The corpse in Ghost's Sorrow is freed from its chains, but remains motionless.
• A terrifying pressure, caused by the interweaving of gold and black light from the corpse's brow, affects the entire Ghost's Sorrow.
• The temperature rises, and Ghost Qi and Yin Energy dissipate, causing disciples to feel like they're on fire.
• A pillar of light shoots out from Ghost's Sorrow, resembling a 'Mortal World's Blazing Sun', and then explodes, creating a blinding light show.
• On Unrestrained Mountain, Spirit Crows start cawing loudly and excitedly, with no one understanding why.
• Lu Xun and his group witness the celestial phenomenon and stop to watch.

Character Developments

• Old Snake, the Guardian of Ghost's Sorrow, feels powerless against the pressure and can only protect the disciples.
• Feng Wuming, the Sect Leader, understands the significance of the event and decides not to interfere.
• Lu Xun, Mao Nanbei, Lin Chan, and Ye Suian witness the phenomenon and react with awe and caution.

Significant Themes

• The power and danger of the corpse in Ghost's Sorrow.
• The awe and fear inspired by the celestial phenomenon.
• The mystery surrounding the Spirit Crows' behavior.

Character Interactions

• Feng Wuming discusses the event with the Elders, deciding not to interfere.
• Lu Xun and his group react to the phenomenon together, with Mao Nanbei warning them to close their eyes.
• The Spirit Crows react collectively to the event, but their behavior is not understood by the disciples.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A bright celestial phenomenon occurs, lasting for a long time.
• Lu Xun's Spirit Crow's feathers become blacker and shinier after the phenomenon.
• Lu Xun discovers the Spirit Crow has opened half of its Spiritual Wisdom.
• The group discusses naming the Spirit Crow, but no consensus is reached.
• Lu Xun teaches the Spirit Crow to speak, with limited success.
• The Spirit Crow learns to say "Jiba" and "Ganninliang" (swearing in Chinese), much to Lu Xun's dismay.

Character Developments

• Lu Xun: Shows care and patience in raising the Spirit Crow, even considering not eating it due to its potential.
• Mao Nanbei: Shows knowledge about demons' Spiritual Wisdom opening.
• Lin Chan: Agrees with Lu Xun's observations about the Spirit Crow.
• Ye Suian: Joins the conversation about the Spirit Crow, despite not being directly involved.

Significant Themes

• The potential for growth and change in demons.
• The bond between Lu Xun and the Spirit Crow, despite his initial intention to eat it.
• The contrast between the Spirit Crow's dull appearance and its potential for intelligence.

Character Interactions

• Lu Xun interacts with the Spirit Crow, teaching it to speak and showing affection towards it.
• Mao Nanbei, Lin Chan, and Ye Suian discuss the Spirit Crow's changes and potential.
• The Spirit Crow interacts with Lu Xun, learning to swear and showing signs of intelligence.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lu Xun considers keeping or discarding the Spirit Crow, deciding to train it later due to its peculiar behavior.
• Lin Chan is about to break through her cultivation, requiring Lu Xun and Mao Nanbei to guard her during the process.
• Lin Chan successfully breaks through to the Initial Realm, curing her "strange illness" and undergoing a physical transformation.
• Lu Xun asks Lin Chan to show him Partridge Sky.

Character Developments

• Lu Xun: Shows concern for Lin Chan's well-being and is proud of her progress. He also displays affection towards her.
• Lin Chan: Successfully breaks through her cultivation, curing her illness, and undergoes a physical transformation. She becomes more confident and strong.
• Ye Suian: Shows interest in Lin Chan's cultivation and seeks guidance from Lu Xun. He also displays good manners by leaving Lu Xun and Lin Chan alone for their discussion.

Significant Themes

• Mentorship and guidance: Lu Xun's role as a teacher is emphasized as he guides Lin Chan and answers Ye Suian's questions.
• Transformation: Lin Chan's physical and emotional transformation after breaking through her cultivation serves as a symbol of growth and change.
• Patience and understanding: Lu Xun's decision to keep and train the Spirit Crow despite its peculiar behavior shows his patience and understanding.

Character Interactions

• Lu Xun and Lin Chan: Their bond deepens as Lu Xun expresses pride in Lin Chan's progress and she seeks his guidance.
• Lu Xun and Ye Suian: Ye Suian seeks guidance from Lu Xun about Lin Chan's cultivation, showing respect and deference to Lu Xun's knowledge.
• Lu Xun and the Spirit Crow: Lu Xun decides to keep and train the Spirit Crow despite its peculiar behavior, showing affection towards it.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Chan's Partridge Sky has improved under the Sword Nurturing Art, losing its rust-like marks and gaining a metallic luster.
• Lu Xun discovers that Lin Chan's Sword Heart has developed, speeding up Partridge Sky's recovery.
• Lin Chan finds a hidden sword move, "Named – [Sever]", within Partridge Sky using her Water Elemental Spiritual Power.
• Lu Xun learns the move, identifying it as the Orange-Grade skill "[Broken Sword Technique]". It consumes one-third of the user's maximum health and cannot be recovered.

Character Developments

• Lin Chan has entered the Initial Realm, allowing her to perceive and interact with Partridge Sky's Sword Spirit more effectively.
• Lu Xun learns a powerful but dangerous skill, "[Broken Sword Technique]", and understands its potential consequences.

Significant Themes

• The power and danger of hidden or secret knowledge (sword move within Partridge Sky, "[Broken Sword Technique]").
• The consequences of one's actions and the importance of responsible decision-making (using "[Broken Sword Technique]").

Character Interactions

• Lu Xun guides Lin Chan in exploring Partridge Sky's swordplay and warns her about the dangers of using "[Broken Sword Technique]".
• Lu Xun reflects on his own path and the potential risks of using "[Broken Sword Technique]".

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lu Xun considers the World's Supreme Sword technique too risky to use, equating it to an Evil Art.
• Lu Xun decides to return to the Demon Sect quickly to facilitate development before the public beta of Tian Chen.
• Lu Xun's Sword-Serving Disciple, Mo Guanjie, returns to the forum after a break, revealing he was "dumped" during a date.
• Lu Xun completes a Prestige Value task, earning 100,000 experience points and a Special Attribute Point. He draws a prize from the roulette, revealing his dissatisfaction with the result.

Character Developments

• Lu Xun shows concern for Mo Guanjie's well-being but is amused by his misfortune in dating.
• Lu Xun's determination to protect Lin Chan grows, accepting the responsibility of a World Protagonist.
• Lu Xun's luck with Special Attribute Points remains poor, drawing a prize he's not satisfied with.

Significant Themes

• The risks and consequences of powerful techniques, like the World's Supreme Sword.
• The importance of Prestige Value and its impact on Lu Xun's character development.
• The role of luck in character progression, as seen through Lu Xun's Special Attribute Point draws.

Character Interactions

• Lu Xun interacts with Mo Guanjie through the forum, showing concern and amusement.
• Lu Xun's thoughts about protecting Lin Chan reflect his growing responsibility as a World Protagonist.
• Lu Xun's internal monologue reveals his thoughts and feelings about his Special Attribute Point draw.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lu Xun draws the special attribute point [Charm +1], which surprises and amuses him.
• The Mysterious White Pearl from the Alien Race Altar tries to escape from Lu Xun's Storage Ring, causing it to break and scatter its contents.
• Lu Xun's Sword Sheath captures and seals the White Pearl.
• Lu Xun suspects the Alien Race is involved in the pearl's sudden activity.

Character Developments

• Lu Xun shows a more playful and mischievous side when interacting with Mao Nanbei.
• Lu Xun's determination to draw [Sword Dao Aptitude] increases.
• The Black Robe woman is introduced, showing hostility towards the Alien Race and interest in the White Pearl.

Significant Themes

• The unpopularity and potential usefulness of certain special attribute points, like [Charm] and [Illusion].
• The theme of control and possession, as seen in Lu Xun's struggle to contain the White Pearl and the Black Robe woman's attempt to retrieve it.

Character Interactions

• Lu Xun and Mao Nanbei's playful interaction highlights Lu Xun's growing comfort and affection towards his team.
• The Black Robe woman's interaction with the White Pearl introduces a new antagonist and her connection to the Alien Race.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lu Ze flies south while a mysterious woman heads north, unlikely to meet due to the vast world.
• Lu Xun ponders about the early absence of Alien Races in the previous Public Beta and the potential for players to encounter them earlier this time.
• Lu Xun realizes there are no known Alien Race Altars in the Demon Sect's territory, which is unusual.
• Lu Xun plans to lead Demon Sect players to leech Altar rewards from other territories.

Character Developments

• Lu Xun's thoughts and plans regarding the Alien Race and Altars evolve.
• Ye Suian shows reluctance to part ways with Lu Xun but understands and respects the rules.

Significant Themes

• The mystery and potential danger of the Alien Race.
• The impact of the Public Beta's early start on the game's progression.
• The imbalance of Altar locations and rewards between sects.

Character Interactions

• Lu Xun and Ye Suian part ways amicably, with Lu Xun showing no interest in persuading Ye Suian to stay.
• Lu Xun decides to take the Spirit Crow with him for now.
• Mao Nanbei and Lu Xun interact playfully, with Mao Nanbei teasing Lu Xun about his "private matters."

Key Plot Points and Events

• The public beta countdown for the game 'Tian Chen' begins, with only one hour left.
• Lu Xun, a transmigrator, waits for the beta to start, estimating the time needed to reach Green Ridge City.
• Celestial phenomena occur: Spiritual Power turbulence, sky distortions, and finally, the Collapse of the Heavenly Dao, a black hole in the sky.
• The Variant arrival is imminent, and a bright light shines upon the world, blinding everyone.
• After the light dissipates, the black hole disappears, and the public beta begins. Players from Earth descend onto the Tian Chen Continent.

Character Developments

• Lu Xun, the protagonist, observes the celestial phenomena with curiosity and awe, comparing them to his previous life's experiences.
• Various characters across the Tian Chen Continent react to the celestial phenomena, including cultivators, disciples of the Demon Sect, and even a mysterious teacher at the sect's peak.

Significant Themes

• The theme of the 'Collapse of the Heavenly Dao' is introduced, marking the arrival of Variants (players from Earth) into the Tian Chen Continent.
• The game's realism is emphasized, with players reacting to their new environment and comparing it to transmigration experiences.

Character Interactions

• Lu Xun thinks about Ji Li, a disciple of the Demon Sect, wondering if she can witness the celestial phenomena from her location.
• Various characters across the continent react similarly to the celestial phenomena, closing their eyes to avoid the blinding light.