Ch. 301Di Jun's "Death"
Key Plot Points and Events
- The Witch-Monster Calamity intensifies, with Sages subtly guiding it to prolong the conflict.
- Di Jun, the Heavenly Emperor, fights three Ancestral Witches (Zhurong, Qiangliang, Jumang) on Buzhou Mountain.
- Kunpeng betrays the Monster Race, attacking Di Jun from behind, severely wounding him.
- Di Jun self-destructs, transforming into the Sun and detonating, causing significant destruction on Buzhou Mountain.
- Di Jun's fall advances the Calamity, with both the Witch Clan and Monster Race expected to decline.
- The Six Sages, including the Three Pure Ones, are surprised but expect Di Jun to be reborn on the Sun Star.
Character Developments
- Di Jun, despite being a Quasi-Sage and wielding an Innate Supreme Treasure, falls due to the combined attacks of three Ancestral Witches and Kunpeng's betrayal.
- Kunpeng, driven by greed and past grievances, sides with the Witch Clan and attacks Di Jun, demonstrating his cunning and opportunistic nature.
- The Six Sages, particularly the Three Pure Ones, show their strategic thinking and influence over the Calamity, aiming to prolong it for Hongjun's benefit.
Significant Themes
- The cyclical nature of calamities and the rise and fall of races.
- The influence of Sages on the Heavenly Dao and the Calamity.
- Betrayal and opportunism, exemplified by Kunpeng.
Character Interactions
- Di Jun vs. Zhurong, Qiangliang, Jumang, and Kunpeng: A Quasi-Sage against three Quasi-Sages, with Di Jun initially holding his ground but ultimately falling due to Kunpeng's betrayal.
- The Six Sages: They communicate silently, sharing their surprise and expectations regarding Di Jun's fall and potential rebirth.
- Kunpeng and the Ancestral Witches: After Di Jun's fall, Kunpeng searches for his treasures, while the Ancestral Witches focus on the ongoing battle.