Ch. 1301Bestowing a Dao Fruit
Key Plot Points and Events
- Chen Mu reveals he can help Great Immortal Zhen Yuanzi become a Saint, but Zhen Yuanzi must align with China.
- Zhen Yuanzi, despite the temptation, decides to give the Saintly Dao Fruit to his friend Hong Yun instead.
- Chen Mu reveals China has many Saintly Dao Fruits, shocking Zhen Yuanzi.
- Yuanshi Tianzun, sensing the Dao Fruit's aura, descends to seize it without notifying other Saints.
Character Developments
- Zhen Yuanzi: Initially hesitant, he chooses to help his friend Hong Yun over personal gain, demonstrating his loyalty and selflessness. Later, he decides to align with China after learning about the abundance of Saintly Dao Fruits.
- Chen Mu: Shows strategic thinking by revealing China's abundance of Saintly Dao Fruits to Zhen Yuanzi, securing his alliance.
- Yuanshi Tianzun: Reveals his ambition and arrogance by attempting to seize the Dao Fruit secretly, indicating his desire to advance further in his cultivation.
Significant Themes
- Friendship vs. Ambition: Zhen Yuanzi chooses to help his friend Hong Yun over becoming a Saint himself, highlighting the importance of friendship. Conversely, Yuanshi Tianzun's actions demonstrate the corrupting influence of ambition.
- Power and Control: The Saintly Dao Fruits represent power and control, with different characters valuing them for different reasons (becoming a Saint, advancing further, or helping friends).
Character Interactions
- Chen Mu and Zhen Yuanzi: Chen Mu's revelation about China's abundance of Saintly Dao Fruits convinces Zhen Yuanzi to align with China, leading to a potential alliance.
- Zhen Yuanzi and Hong Yun: Zhen Yuanzi's decision to give the Dao Fruit to Hong Yun demonstrates their deep friendship and loyalty.
- Yuanshi Tianzun and other Saints: Yuanshi Tianzun's secret descent to seize the Dao Fruit indicates a lack of trust and communication among the Saints.