Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Mu finds Ji Mengyu unconscious at his doorstep, brings her inside, and removes her veil, revealing her striking beauty.
• Lin Mu records Ji Mengyu sharing an embarrassing incident from her past as part of his plan to control her.
• Ji Mengyu spends the night tied to a chair, unable to move.
• The next morning, Lin Mu negotiates with Ji Mengyu, demanding one million points or a Jade Pendant in exchange for her freedom.
• Ji Mengyu agrees to give Lin Mu the Jade Pendant, but he must keep it a secret and not trick her again.

Character Developments

• Lin Mu: Shows cunning and manipulative behavior, using Ji Mengyu's embarrassing secret to control her. He also demonstrates a lack of chivalry and respect for women, treating Ji Mengyu callously.
• Ji Mengyu: Initially portrayed as a pampered young lady, she shows resilience and determination in the face of Lin Mu's humiliation. She also displays a strong sense of honor and dignity, refusing to be taken advantage of.

Significant Themes

• Manipulation and control: Lin Mu uses Ji Mengyu's secret to control her actions and decisions.
• Power dynamics: The interaction between Lin Mu and Ji Mengyu highlights the power imbalance between them, with Lin Mu exploiting his position to dominate Ji Mengyu.
• Dignity and honor: Ji Mengyu's refusal to be treated poorly by Lin Mu showcases her strong sense of self-worth and dignity.

Character Interactions

• Lin Mu and Ji Mengyu: Their interaction is characterized by tension, manipulation, and power struggles. Lin Mu takes advantage of Ji Mengyu's situation, while she tries to maintain her dignity and negotiate for her freedom.
• Lin Mu's friend: Mentioned briefly, this friend provides Lin Mu with advice on how to treat women, contributing to Lin Mu's manipulative behavior.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Mu cooks for Ji Mengyu after tormenting her all night.
• Lin Mu trains in the Cultivation Room, displaying exceptional skills.
• Lin Yaoyao visits Lin Mu, revealing that Lin Mu's spot in the Void Probing Secret Realm is confirmed, but he must participate in the Hundred Academy Competition and achieve a ranking.

Character Developments

• Lin Mu: Shows proficiency in cooking, demonstrates advanced martial arts skills, and is determined to improve his blade arts.
• Ji Mengyu: Initially hostile towards Lin Mu, but her opinion softens after he cooks for her. She acknowledges his martial arts prowess after watching him train.
• Lin Yaoyao: Recognizes Lin Mu's potential and sees him as a key cultivation target for the Sorcerer Alliance. He understands Lin Mu's situation with Ji Mengyu and supports his participation in the Void Probing Secret Realm.

Significant Themes

• Talent and Hard Work: Lin Mu's dedication to improving his blade arts and martial skills highlights the importance of hard work in cultivating one's abilities.
• Perception and Change of Opinion: Ji Mengyu's change in opinion towards Lin Mu after seeing his cooking and martial arts skills demonstrates how perceptions can change based on new information.
• Responsibility and Expectations: Lin Yaoyao's revelation about the conditions for Lin Mu's participation in the Void Probing Secret Realm emphasizes the expectations and responsibilities placed upon Lin Mu as a promising cultivator.

Character Interactions

• Lin Mu and Ji Mengyu: Their interaction is tense initially, but Ji Mengyu's opinion of Lin Mu improves after he cooks for her and she sees his martial arts skills.
• Lin Mu and Lin Yaoyao: Lin Yaoyao visits Lin Mu, supporting him and revealing the conditions for his participation in the Void Probing Secret Realm. Their interaction shows mutual respect and understanding.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Yaoyao offers to personally train Lin Mu for the Void Probing Secret Realm and the Hundred Academy Competition.
• Lin Yaoyao explains the history of humanity's decline due to the destruction of the Four Great Ancient Halls and the betrayal of Xing Haotian.
• Lin Mu learns about the Void Probing Secret Realm's origins (Ancient Life Palace) and its benefits for obtaining the Life Inheritance and reaching the Seventh Order.
• Lin Yaoyao takes Lin Mu to the Bamboo Leaf Formation for training, where he must last one incense stick's time while being attacked by high-speed, high-damage bamboo leaves.

Character Developments

• Lin Yaoyao demonstrates his dedication and strictness as a teacher, echoing the harsh training he received from the Feather God.
• Lin Mu shows determination and resilience in facing the challenging Bamboo Leaf Formation.

Significant Themes

• The decline of humanity and the consequences of betrayal.
• The importance of rigorous training for personal growth and success.
• The passing down of harsh training methods from one generation to the next.

Character Interactions

• Lin Yaoyao and Lin Mu: Lin Yaoyao takes on the role of a stern teacher, pushing Lin Mu to his limits for his own good.
• Lin Yaoyao and an unnamed Instructor: They discuss Lin Yaoyao's harsh training methods, revealing his past experiences and his belief in pushing geniuses harder.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Mu trains in the Bamboo Grove Formation to improve his Movement Technique.
• He initially struggles to dodge the bamboo leaves but uses his Divine Soul Eye to slow down time.
• Lin Mu attempts to fuse his Movement Techniques, aiming to create a new one.
• He is expelled from the Formation after being struck 100 times.
• Lin Mu continues training and improves his duration in the Formation each time: One-Incense Stick, One and a Half Incense Sticks, Two Incense Sticks.

Character Developments

• Lin Mu demonstrates exceptional talent and dedication, improving rapidly with each training session.
• Lin Yaoyao and the Old Man are surprised by Lin Mu's progress and realize his extraordinary talent.

Significant Themes

• The importance of hard work and perseverance in cultivation.
• The potential for growth and improvement through challenging oneself.
• The value of setting high standards and expectations to push one's limits.

Character Interactions

• Lin Mu interacts with Lin Yaoyao and the Old Man, who observe his progress and provide guidance.
• Lin Yaoyao and the Old Man discuss Lin Mu's talent and potential, with Lin Yaoyao pushing Lin Mu harder to help him grow.
• The Old Man interacts with his disciple, comparing his progress to Lin Mu's and pushing him to improve.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Mu successfully creates his own Movement Technique after extensive practice and refinement.
• Lin Yaoyao and the Old Man observe Lin Mu's progress and are impressed by his achievement.
• Lin Mu enters the second training session, focused on improving his physique. Lin Yaoyao seals his Blood Qi and Source Force, forcing him to survive in harsh, extreme conditions.

Character Developments

• Lin Mu demonstrates his exceptional talent by creating his own Movement Technique, showcasing his dedication and perseverance.
• Lin Yaoyao, though a powerful figure, feels a sense of helplessness and inferiority when comparing his own achievements to Lin Mu's.
• The Old Man is also impressed by Lin Mu's progress, indicating that even experienced individuals can be surprised by Lin Mu's capabilities.

Significant Themes

• The chapter emphasizes the importance of personal growth and self-improvement through persistent effort and dedication.
• It also highlights the concept of facing harsh conditions to become stronger, both physically and mentally.
• The theme of talent and its recognition by others is present, with Lin Mu's abilities being acknowledged by Lin Yaoyao and the Old Man.

Character Interactions

• Lin Mu and Lin Yaoyao interact as teacher and student, with Lin Yaoyao guiding Lin Mu through his training and expressing his approval of Lin Mu's progress.
• The Old Man observes Lin Mu's training and expresses his surprise and admiration, showing a level of respect for Lin Mu's abilities.
• There's no significant interaction between Lin Mu and other characters in this chapter.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Mu adapts to the harsh, fire-attributed environment.
• He discovers and consumes Crimson Thorn Fruit, which scorches his meridians, improving their efficiency.
• Lin Mu encounters a pack of Fierce Beasts and uses his newly comprehended fire skill to fend them off.

Character Developments

• Lin Mu demonstrates strong adaptability and resilience, enduring the harsh environment and the scorching effect of the Crimson Thorn Fruit.
• Lin Yaoyao, initially skeptical, becomes impressed by Lin Mu's progress and adaptability.

Significant Themes

• Adaptability: Lin Mu's ability to adapt to harsh environments and conditions.
• Growth through challenge: Lin Mu's growth is accelerated by facing and overcoming the challenges posed by the barren mountain and the Fierce Beasts.

Character Interactions

• Lin Mu and Lin Yaoyao: Lin Yaoyao observes Lin Mu's progress, initially doubting his ability to survive and adapt, but eventually becomes impressed by his resilience and growth.
• Lin Mu and the Fierce Beasts: Lin Mu demonstrates his newfound fire skill against the Fierce Beasts, showcasing his ability to adapt and defend himself in a hostile environment.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Mu discovers a peculiar fruit tree that attracts Fierce Beasts.
• He consumes the Fire Seed Cold Fruits, which initially feel cold but reveal a hidden Fire Attribute.
• Lin Mu endures the intense heat and transforms his physique, gaining the Fire Spirit Body.

Character Developments

• Lin Mu's physique evolves, allowing him to withstand high temperatures and control flames.
• Lin Yaoyao, hidden nearby, is astonished by Lin Mu's resilience and begins to suspect Lin Mu has a special physique.

Significant Themes

• The power of perseverance and endurance in the face of adversity.
• The importance of a strong physique in cultivation and its impact on cultivation speed.

Character Interactions

• Lin Mu interacts with the Fierce Beasts, demonstrating his newfound ability to control flames.
• Lin Yaoyao observes Lin Mu from afar, leading to a reevaluation of Lin Mu's capabilities.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Mu completes his training on Wild Mountain and returns to the Immortal Palace.
• Lin Yaoyao gives Lin Mu a booklet containing information about the other participants from the Sacred Origin Martial School.
• Lin Mu meets the other participants at the small square the next morning.

Character Developments

• Lin Mu has improved his physical strength and control through his training on Wild Mountain.
• The other participants, having seen Lin Mu's file, are curious about his abilities and question his qualifications for the mission.

Significant Themes

• The vast gap between ordinary people and martial prodigies.
• The suffocating pressure at the higher echelons of martial arts.
• The importance of one's background and connections in achieving success.

Character Interactions

• Lin Mu and Chen Youcai exchange smiles, indicating a friendly relationship.
• The other participants discuss Lin Mu's qualifications and strengths, with some expressing curiosity and others skepticism.
• Wang Zhihui, the most powerful participant, acknowledges Lin Mu with a brief greeting.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Mu and other selected geniuses from Dragon Country enter the Void Probing Secret Realm.
• Chen Youcai, the Vice Principal, observes their progress from a Virtual Pod.
• A conference hall with representatives from various countries monitors the participants' performance.

Character Developments

• Lin Mu: Starts as an unknown Third Order cultivator, his potential is praised by Chen Youcai.
• Chen Youcai: Stakes his reputation on Lin Mu's performance, showing confidence in his potential.
• Tang Hexuan: Secretary to the Jiang Province Governor, doubts Lin Mu's abilities and challenges Chen Youcai.
• Cai He: Spokesperson of the Eight Councils of Dragon Capital, observes the situation without taking sides.

Significant Themes

• Potential vs. Current Strength: Lin Mu's potential is praised, but his current strength is doubted.
• Competition and Rivalry: The trial is a competition between nations, with Eagle Country being a main rival.
• Reputation and Responsibility: Chen Youcai's reputation and position are tied to Lin Mu's performance.

Character Interactions

• Chen Youcai and Tang Hexuan: Their disagreement escalates into a wager on Lin Mu's performance.
• Cai He and Chen Youcai: Cai He listens to their argument but doesn't intervene, showing curiosity about Lin Mu.
• Lin Mu and the other participants: They enter the Secret Realm together, but their interactions are not detailed in this chapter.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Ancient Life Palace, once a symbol of human strength and longevity, is now corrupted and hollow.
• Martial artists train by hunting Life Source Beasts and soaking in the Blood Scale Marrow Cleansing Fluid, earning points for ranking and rewards.
• Lin Mu enters the palace, encountering and killing Life Source Beasts, aiming to earn 3000 points in seven days.
• He discovers a powerful Life Source Beast (Blood Qi Value ~40) and encounters other martial artists from Ox Country, who challenge him for the beast.
• A mysterious, unsettling man appears, merging with a disgusting creature, and attacks Lin Mu.

Character Developments

• Lin Mu shows determination and skill in hunting Life Source Beasts, understanding the need to target stronger ones for more points.
• The Ox Country martial artists display confidence and hostility towards Lin Mu, viewing him as a rival.
• The mysterious man reveals himself, showing a sinister and powerful presence.

Significant Themes

• Competition and rivalry among martial artists from different countries.
• The importance of strength and resources in martial arts cultivation.
• The corruption and decay of once-great institutions.

Character Interactions

• Lin Mu interacts briefly with the Ox Country martial artists, showing understanding and respect for their challenge.
• The mysterious man's appearance and attack on Lin Mu hint at future conflict.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Mu and his team encounter Guo Tian, a contestant from Turtle Country, who has fused with a Shikigami.
• Guo Tian demonstrates his power by killing a Life Source Beast with a single slash, using his Shikigami's ability to devour and demonize.
• Lin Mu and Guo Tian engage in a battle, with Lin Mu using his superior Martial Skill and Movement Technique to counter Guo Tian's higher Blood Qi and Shikigami fusion.

Character Developments

• Guo Tian: Shows off his powerful Shikigami fusion and arrogant attitude, but is surprised by Lin Mu's strength.
• Lin Mu: Proves his worth by holding his own against Guo Tian, demonstrating his skill and control over Blood Qi.

Significant Themes

• The power of Martial Skills and techniques over raw Blood Qi.
• The danger and uniqueness of Shikigami fusions.
• The importance of international standing and reputation in the competition.

Character Interactions

• Lin Mu vs. Guo Tian: A tense and evenly matched battle, with Lin Mu's skill and technique challenging Guo Tian's higher Blood Qi and Shikigami fusion.
• Tang Hexuan vs. Chen Youcai: A contrast in their reactions to Lin Mu's performance, with Tang Hexuan being surprised and Chen Youcai remaining calm and confident.
• Other nations: Express surprise and admiration for Lin Mu's strength, while Turtle Country and Eagle Country contestants show disdain and unease.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Mu and Guo Tian engage in a fierce battle using their respective Martial Skills.
• Lin Mu uses his Thunder Flame Strike and Illusion Dragon Thunder Step, while Guo Tian employs his Wolf Soul, Wolf Shield, and transforms into a wolf-like form to enhance his strength.
• Lin Mu wounds Guo Tian, surprising the onlookers with his skill despite his lower Blood Qi Value.
• Guo Tian increases his Blood Qi Value to around 70, but Lin Mu keeps pace using his movement technique.
• Lin Mu uses his Divine Soul Eye to anticipate and counter Guo Tian's attacks, ultimately wounding him again.
• Lin Mu unleashes his Six Source Patterns, a powerful technique combining six attributes, and delivers a decisive Thunder Flame Strike, severely injuring Guo Tian.

Character Developments

• Lin Mu demonstrates exceptional skill in Martial Arts, proving that his mastery of techniques is far beyond his Blood Qi Value, which is considered mediocre.
• Guo Tian shows arrogance and underestimates Lin Mu initially but becomes increasingly desperate and frightened as the battle progresses.

Significant Themes

• The importance of skill and technique over raw power (Blood Qi Value).
• The danger of underestimating one's opponent.
• The potential for genius to emerge from unexpected places.

Character Interactions

• Lin Mu and Guo Tian's intense battle showcases their respective skills and determination.
• The crowd outside the arena reacts with shock, awe, and disbelief at Lin Mu's performance, reevaluating their initial impressions of him.
• Tang Hexuan is humiliated, while Cai He and Chen Youcai are pleased with Lin Mu's performance, confirming their faith in his abilities.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Guo Tian, possessed by a sinister shikigami, is killed after Lin Mu defeats him.
• Lin Mu finds a Life Fragment and gains 370 Points.
• A Top-tier Life Source Beast appears, causing a frenzy among contestants.
• Wang Zhihui's drone is hacked, and Cai Yu'an is revealed to have betrayed the team.

Character Developments

• Lin Mu demonstrates his strength and caution, refusing to get involved in potential traps.
• Guo Tian's fate highlights the danger and ruthlessness of the shikigami.
• Wang Zhihui and Cai Yu'an's actions reveal the growing tension and betrayal among the contestants.

Significant Themes

• Greed and ambition, as contestants prioritize Points and inheritance over teamwork and camaraderie.
• The sinister nature of the shikigami and the potential dangers within the Secret Realm.
• The importance of caution and self-reliance, as Lin Mu chooses not to get involved in the chaos.

Character Interactions

• Lin Mu ignores the pleas for help, focusing on his own gains.
• The Eagle Country and Turtle Country people join forces to target the Top-tier Life Source Beast.
• Wang Zhihui and Cai Yu'an's actions show the growing mistrust and betrayal within the teams.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Mu begins his hunting, tracking a group from Wild Boar Country.
• He uses his Divine Soul Eye to track and observe them, learning about their plans and conversations.
• Lin Mu attacks them one by one, using a combination of stealth, surprise, and control over his targets' bodies with his Divine Soul Power.
• He gains Life Fragments and Points with each kill, increasing his score.

Character Developments

• Lin Mu demonstrates his skill and cunning in combat, using his Divine Soul Power creatively to outmaneuver his opponents.
• The Wild Boar Country participants show their concern for their comrades and their frustration at being targeted.

Significant Themes

• The importance of stealth, surprise, and adaptability in combat.
• The value of information and intelligence gathering in strategy.
• The ruthlessness and competitiveness of the Ancient Life Palace Inheritance hunt.

Character Interactions

• Lin Mu interacts with the Wild Boar Country participants only through combat, using his Divine Soul Power to control and attack them.
• The Wild Boar Country participants interact with each other, showing camaraderie and concern for their safety.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Mu confronts a group from Wild Boar Country, demanding their Life Fragments.
• The group initially resists, but Lin Mu uses his superior Divine Soul Power to outmaneuver them, using thunder as a decoy and striking from hidden positions.
• The group retreats using smoke bombs to disorient Lin Mu, but he resists the interference with his Divine Soul Eye.
• Lin Mu defeats the group and retrieves their Life Fragments, choosing not to kill them.
• An unknown figure watches Lin Mu and summons a Top-tier Source Beast using a token.

Character Developments

• Lin Mu demonstrates his formidable Divine Soul Power, capable of resisting disorienting smoke and tracking enemies precisely.
• The group from Wild Boar Country shows resilience but ultimately surrenders when outmatched.
• The unknown figure is revealed to be aware of Lin Mu's strong Divine Soul Power and summons a beast to target him.

Significant Themes

• The power of Divine Soul: Lin Mu's Divine Soul Eye gives him a significant advantage in combat, allowing him to resist disorienting effects and track enemies precisely.
• Cunning and strategy: Lin Mu uses his superior Divine Soul Power to outmaneuver his enemies, demonstrating the importance of strategy and adaptability.
• The unknown and hidden threats: The unknown figure watching Lin Mu and summoning a beast highlights the presence of hidden dangers and unknown forces in the Ancient Life Palace.

Character Interactions

• Lin Mu interacts with the group from Wild Boar Country, initially confronting them but ultimately showing mercy when they surrender.
• The unknown figure interacts with Lin Mu from a distance, watching him and summoning a beast to target him.
• Tang Hexuan and Chen Youcai discuss Lin Mu's Divine Soul Power, with Tang Hexuan admiring his talent and Chen Youcai hinting at potential future interactions with Lin Mu.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Mu continues defeating participants, reaching 7489 Points.
• A severely injured woman approaches Lin Mu, offering a Fifth Tier Secret Technique in exchange for help.
• Lin Mu saves the woman and treats her wounds.
• The woman awakens and gives Lin Mu the other half of the secret technique scroll.
• Lin Mu begins cultivating the secret technique, experiencing significant Blood Qi growth.

Character Developments

• Lin Mu demonstrates compassion and honesty, saving the woman despite potential trouble.
• The woman, though initially hostile, keeps her word and gives Lin Mu the second half of the scroll.
• Lin Mu shows self-control and restraint when treating the woman's injuries.

Significant Themes

• The value of honesty and keeping one's word.
• The power of secret techniques and their potential to greatly enhance one's strength.
• The consequences of one's actions and the trouble they can bring.

Character Interactions

• Lin Mu and the woman (unnamed) interact briefly, with Lin Mu saving her life and treating her wounds, while she offers him a secret technique in return.
• Lin Mu's internal struggle between doing the right thing and avoiding trouble is evident in his thoughts.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Mu continues cultivating the Blood Dragon Transformation Secret Art.
• He triggers multiple efficiency boosts, reaching the Initiate stage in a short time.
• Lin Mu encounters a mysterious woman named Long Ying, who knows about the Ancient Life Palace's secrets.
• They are attacked by a group of powerful enemies, forcing Lin Mu to defend himself.

Character Developments

• Lin Mu demonstrates exceptional talent, mastering a difficult Secret Art quickly.
• Long Ying reveals she knows about the Ancient Life Palace's secrets but needs Lin Mu's help.
• The attackers are shown to be formidable, with high Blood Qi levels and powerful weapons.

Significant Themes

• Talent and ability: Lin Mu's rapid progress highlights his extraordinary talent.
• Trust and alliance: Long Ying's request for help and Lin Mu's acceptance explore the theme of forming alliances.
• Danger and conflict: The attack by the powerful enemies introduces a high-stakes conflict.

Character Interactions

• Lin Mu and Long Ying: They meet under unusual circumstances, and Long Ying reveals she needs Lin Mu's help, leading to an uneasy alliance.
• Lin Mu and the attackers: Lin Mu is forced to defend himself and Long Ying against a group of powerful enemies, testing his combat skills and resolve.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Mu's Blood Qi Value spikes to around 95, giving him immense power and confidence.
• He faces multiple opponents, including a man who can merge with dark clouds and control lightning.
• Lin Mu uses various Martial Skills and techniques, consuming lotus seeds to maintain his peak Blood Qi.
• He defeats several opponents, surprising everyone with his combat prowess.

Character Developments

• Lin Mu demonstrates exceptional combat talent, strategic thinking, and self-control, managing his sudden power boost.
• Long Ying reassesses Lin Mu, recognizing his potential and considering him for the Ancient Life Palace's inheritance.
• Chen Youcai reveals he knows about Lin Mu's extraordinary abilities but keeps it hidden from Tang Hexuan.

Significant Themes

• The power of sudden, immense strength and the importance of self-control.
• The element of surprise in combat and its strategic value.
• The revelation of hidden talents and the consequences of underestimating opponents.

Character Interactions

• Lin Mu and Long Ying: Long Ying provides Lin Mu with crucial information about his opponents' weaknesses, aiding his battle.
• Lin Mu and his opponents: Lin Mu's opponents underestimate him, leading to their defeat.
• Chen Youcai and Tang Hexuan: Chen Youcai's hidden knowledge about Lin Mu's abilities causes tension between him and Tang Hexuan.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Mu, protecting a mysterious woman (later revealed to be a Top-tier Source Beast), faces off against Jaylen (Eagle Country leader) and his team.
• Lin Mu's true identity is revealed, shocking everyone due to his immense power (Blood Qi under 40).
• Long Ying, the Source Beast, summons other Source Beasts to create a distraction, allowing her and Lin Mu to escape through a gate of light.

Character Developments

• Lin Mu: Proves his strength and determination to protect the Source Beast, revealing his true power and identity.
• Long Ying: Reveals her true form and commands other Source Beasts, showing her intelligence and strategic thinking.
• Jaylen: Shows his aggressive nature and desire for power, targeting Lin Mu and the Source Beast.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and competition among countries.
• The importance of the Life Inheritance and its potential impact on humanity's struggle against Demons.
• The struggle between selfishness and selflessness in the face of great power.

Character Interactions

• Lin Mu and Long Ying: Lin Mu protects Long Ying, showing a sense of responsibility and honor, while Long Ying trusts and relies on Lin Mu.
• Lin Mu and Jaylen: They clash due to their opposing goals, with Jaylen underestimating Lin Mu initially.
• Dragon Country representatives and other countries: Tensions rise as other countries demand the Dragon Country share the Life Inheritance, threatening them.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The international representatives challenge Lin Mu, but the Dragon Country stands firm in protecting him.
• Lin Mu enters the Ancient Life Palace, where he meets Long Ying, the last surviving member of the Dragon Clan.
• Long Ying reveals that the Four Great Ancient Halls were guarded by four races: Dragon Clan, Divine Phoenix, Soul Whale, and Dragon Elephant.
• Lin Mu expresses his desire to restore the Ancient Life Palace and the Four Great Ancient Halls to protect humanity from Demons.
• Long Ying reveals that there is no Life Inheritance, and she might die soon. She asks Lin Mu to help her break her shackles.

Character Developments

• Lin Mu demonstrates his determination to protect humanity and restore the Ancient Life Palace.
• Long Ying shows her loneliness and desire for freedom after being trapped for so long.

Significant Themes

• Unity vs Division: The international representatives' inability to unite against a common threat (Demons) highlights their division and individual agendas.
• Power and Responsibility: Lin Mu feels responsible for Long Ying's well-being after seeing her body, showcasing his sense of duty.
• The Price of Longevity: Long Ying's long life has brought her loneliness and a desire for freedom, contrasting with the initial allure of immortality.

Character Interactions

• Lin Mu and Long Ying: They form a tentative alliance, with Lin Mu agreeing to help Long Ying break her shackles in exchange for her cooperation.
• Dragon Country vs International Representatives: The Dragon Country's strong stance against the international representatives showcases their unity and power.