Ch. 961Will of the True Self
Key Plot Points and Events
- Qin Yi realizes his dependence on Liu Su (the Great Staff) despite his initial belief in his independence.
- Qin Yi struggles with the idea of achieving 'No Form' by suppressing his desires, including his dependence on Liu Su.
- Qin Yi decides he doesn't want to achieve 'No Form' at the cost of losing his true heart and his bond with Liu Su.
- Qin Yi successfully purifies the Netherglow Jade Crystal using the Fu Sang Tree's radiance.
Character Developments
- Qin Yi: Realizes his dependence on Liu Su and struggles with the idea of achieving 'No Form' by suppressing his desires. Ultimately, he chooses to maintain his bond with Liu Su over achieving 'No Form'.
- Liu Su: Remains by Qin Yi's side, supporting him even when Qin Yi is struggling with his inner demons.
Significant Themes
- The struggle between personal desires and the pursuit of enlightenment ('No Form').
- The importance of maintaining one's true heart and desires in the pursuit of the Immortal Dao.
- The bond between Qin Yi and Liu Su, and Qin Yi's unwillingness to lose it.
Character Interactions
- Qin Yi and Liu Su: Qin Yi struggles with his dependence on Liu Su, while Liu Su supports Qin Yi without judgment.
- Qin Yi and Bei Yuan: Qin Yi consults with Bei Yuan about the purification of the Netherglow Jade Crystal.