Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points & Events

• Hongjun, the Dao Ancestor, manipulates the Heavenly Dao to slow down the Ancestral Witches' arrival at Zixiao Palace, allowing the Three Pure Ones, Fuxi, and Nüwa to enter first.
• Zhenyuanzi, Hongyun, and Kunpeng enter Zixiao Palace before the Ancestral Witches, taking the remaining seats.
• Wu Tian convinces the Ancestral Witches not to cause a scene, and they enter last, with Houtu taking the seventh seat.

Character Developments

• Hongjun: Reveals his manipulative side, prioritizing his own interests over fairness.
• Wu Tian: Demonstrates his diplomatic skills and selflessness by giving up his chance at the foremost seat to Houtu.
• Houtu: Shows gratitude towards Wu Tian for his selfless act.

Significant Themes

• The manipulation of fate and destiny by the Dao Ancestor.
• Selflessness and sacrifice for others (Wu Tian's act).
• The importance of diplomacy and maintaining peace (Wu Tian's intervention with the Ancestral Witches).

Character Interactions

• Hongjun vs. Ancestral Witches: Hongjun manipulates the Ancestral Witches' arrival, causing tension.
• Wu Tian vs. Ancestral Witches: Wu Tian convinces the Ancestral Witches not to cause a scene, showing his influence over them.
• Wu Tian vs. Houtu: Wu Tian shows selflessness by giving up his chance at the foremost seat to Houtu, earning her gratitude.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Ancestral Witches arrive at Zixiao Palace, drawing immediate attention.
• Hongyun gives up his seat to Wu Tian, puzzling the Ancestral Witches and Wu Tian himself.
• Wu Tian introduces himself to Zhenyuanzi and Hongyun, starting a conversation.
• The conversation shifts from seating arrangements to an invitation to Five Village Temple.
• The exchange is interrupted by a faint sound from Yuanshi Tianzun.

Character Developments

• Wu Tian: Shows diplomatic skills and interest in befriending Zhenyuanzi and Hongyun.
• Zhenyuanzi and Hongyun: Initially wary of the Ancestral Witches, they warm up to Wu Tian and invite him to their temple.
• Yuanshi Tianzun: Expresses displeasure with a faint sound, interrupting the conversation.

Significant Themes

• Diplomacy and alliances: Wu Tian's attempts to befriend Zhenyuanzi and Hongyun highlight the importance of alliances in the Primordial Wilderness.
• Power dynamics: The Ancestral Witches' behavior and Wu Tian's name suggest underlying power struggles and confrontations.

Character Interactions

• Wu Tian, Zhenyuanzi, and Hongyun: They engage in a friendly conversation, leading to an invitation from Hongyun and Zhenyuanzi.
• The Ancestral Witches and Yuanshi Tianzun: Tension builds between the Ancestral Witches and Yuanshi Tianzun, culminating in Yuanshi's displeasure.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wu Tian and Dijiang arrive at Zixiao Palace and encounter the Three Pure Ones.
• Yuanshi Tianzun criticizes the Witch Ancestors for their noise and chaos.
• Wu Tian retorts, defending the Witch Ancestors and criticizing Yuanshi Tianzun's arrogance.
• The Three Pure Ones are displeased but hold back due to their purpose at Zixiao Palace.
• Wu Tian advises Yuanshi Tianzun not to act superior and arrogant, further provoking him.

Character Developments

• Wu Tian: Demonstrates eloquence and wit in defending the Witch Ancestors, showing his intelligence and courage.
• Yuanshi Tianzun: Shows arrogance and a lack of propriety, provoking the Witch Ancestors and Wu Tian.
• Taiqing, Tongtian: Maintain composure and restraint, prioritizing their purpose at Zixiao Palace over their personal grievances.
• Zhen Yuanzi, Hongyun: Express concern about being entangled in the conflict between the Witch Ancestors and the Three Pure Ones.

Significant Themes

• Propriety and Arrogance: Yuanshi Tianzun's lack of propriety and Wu Tian's criticism of his arrogance highlight the theme of proper conduct.
• Courage and Restraint: Wu Tian's courage in standing up to the Three Pure Ones contrasts with the Three Pure Ones' restraint in not acting rashly.
• Karma and Entanglement: Wu Tian's words to Zhen Yuanzi and Hongyun emphasize the inescapable nature of karma and the consequences of entanglement.

Character Interactions

• Wu Tian and Yuanshi Tianzun: Their exchange highlights the tension and conflict between the Witch Ancestors and the Three Pure Ones.
• Wu Tian and Zhen Yuanzi, Hongyun: Wu Tian's conversation with them reveals his understanding of their desire for freedom and his advice on the inescapability of karma.
• The Three Pure Ones: Their silent communication and restraint demonstrate their unity and prioritization of their shared purpose.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wu Tian hints at the significance of the seven prayer mats in the first row.
• Hongyun considers yielding his seat to Wu Tian to avoid trouble.
• Wu Tian advises Hongyun to hold onto the seat and stand firm against any challenges.

Character Developments

• Hongyun: Initially willing to yield his seat, but after Wu Tian's advice, he decides to keep it, showing a newfound resolve.
• Zhen Yuanzi: Contemplative and willing to support Hongyun's decision, showing a protective stance towards his brother.
• Wu Tian: Demonstrates wisdom and understanding of the situation, guiding Hongyun without directly interfering.

Significant Themes

• Opportunity and its consequences: The seat represents a great opportunity, but it also consumes one's luck and fortune.
• Resolve and determination: Hongyun's initial willingness to yield shows a lack of resolve, but he gains determination after Wu Tian's advice.
• Karma and retribution: Yielding the seat once could lead to retribution, as seen in Hongyun's past actions.

Character Interactions

• Wu Tian, Hongyun, and Zhen Yuanzi: Wu Tian guides Hongyun and Zhen Yuanzi, helping them understand the importance of holding onto the seat and facing challenges.
• Dijiang and Wu Tian: Dijiang observes the exchange between Wu Tian, Hongyun, and Zhen Yuanzi, and later asks Wu Tian why he didn't accept the seat.

Key Plot Points

• Wu Tian initially urges the Ancestral Witches to claim Hongyun's seat, but later refuses it, leaving Dijiang puzzled.
• Wu Tian hopes Hongyun withstands pressure and doesn't yield his seat, potentially changing the Heavenly Dao's trend.
• Wu Tian decides to wait until Jieyin and Zhunti arrive before accepting the seat to avoid resentment from Hongyun and Zhenyuanzi.
• Di Jun and Taiyi consider targeting Kunpeng to secure a seat, but Di Jun advises against it due to the impending sermon.
• Jieyin and Zhunti arrive late and head straight for Hongyun and Kunpeng's seats.

Character Developments

• Wu Tian shows strategic thinking and selflessness, prioritizing the Witch Clan's interests over his own.
• Di Jun demonstrates wisdom and restraint, preventing Taiyi from acting rashly.
• Taiyi reveals his impulsive nature, eager to secure a seat but held back by Di Jun.
• Jieyin and Zhunti show ambition, arriving late but swiftly moving to secure seats.

Significant Themes

• The importance of timing and strategy in seizing opportunities.
• The interconnectedness of actions and their potential consequences on the Heavenly Dao.
• The tension between ambition and caution in the pursuit of power.

Character Interactions

• Wu Tian and Dijiang share a silent understanding, with Dijiang expressing his trust in Wu Tian.
• Di Jun and Taiyi discuss their plans, with Di Jun exercising restraint and wisdom.
• Jieyin and Zhunti arrive together, united in their ambition to secure seats.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhunti and Jieyin arrive late and try to take seats from Hongyun and Kunpeng.
• Wu Tian intervenes, claiming the seat was given to him by Hongyun.
• Zhunti and Jieyin show hostility toward Wu Tian, leading to tension.
• Dijiang and Zhu Jiuyin, the leaders of the Ancestral Witches, attack Zhunti and Jieyin.

Character Developments

• Zhunti and Jieyin display their shameless and aggressive nature, trying to take seats by any means.
• Wu Tian shows calm and assertiveness in protecting his seat and standing up to Zhunti and Jieyin.
• Dijiang and Zhu Jiuyin demonstrate their loyalty and protectiveness toward Wu Tian and the Witch Clan.

Significant Themes

• The theme of respect and hierarchy among the primordial beings is challenged by Zhunti and Jieyin's behavior.
• The theme of loyalty and unity within the Witch Clan is highlighted as Dijiang and Zhu Jiuyin defend Wu Tian.

Character Interactions

• Zhunti and Jieyin's interaction with Hongyun and Kunpeng shows their disregard for others' feelings and entitlement.
• Wu Tian's interaction with Zhunti and Jieyin displays his calm and assertive nature in the face of provocation.
• Dijiang and Zhu Jiuyin's interaction with Zhunti and Jieyin showcases their loyalty and protectiveness toward Wu Tian and the Witch Clan.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Ancestral Witches, Dijiang and Zhu Jiuyin, attack Jieyin and Zhunti within the Zixiao Palace.
• Wu Tian intervenes, threatening Jieyin and Zhunti, and suggests settling the dispute after the sermon.
• Jieyin and Zhunti unexpectedly apologize and yield, surprising everyone present.

Character Developments

• The Ancestral Witches display their overbearing nature and willingness to fight.
• Wu Tian shows his calm and strategic thinking, using threats to control the situation.
• Jieyin and Zhunti demonstrate their adaptability and willingness to yield when faced with threats, hinting at their future saintly status.

Significant Themes

• The clash between the Ancestral Witches' aggressive nature and the Heavenly Dao's rules.
• The importance of adaptability and knowing when to yield in the face of superior force.
• The karmic debt between Hongjun and the Western World, and his desire to settle it through Jieyin and Zhunti.

Character Interactions

• The Ancestral Witches vs. Jieyin and Zhunti: The Ancestral Witches' aggressive behavior contrasts with Jieyin and Zhunti's willingness to yield.
• Wu Tian vs. Jieyin and Zhunti: Wu Tian's calm and strategic threats lead to Jieyin and Zhunti's unexpected apology.
• Hongjun vs. the Ancestral Witches: Hongjun's displeasure with the Ancestral Witches' actions hints at a potential conflict in the future.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jieyin and Zhunti withdraw from their seats near the ancestral witches.
• Hongyun yields his seat to Wu Tian, who declines.
• Wu Tian suggests Dijiang and Xuan Ming take the seats, but they refuse initially.
• Xuan Ming eventually sits on the second seat after Wu Tian insists.
• Kunpeng expresses gratitude to Wu Tian for his intervention.

Character Developments

• Hongyun shows selflessness and responsibility by yielding his seat, feeling guilty for his earlier reluctance.
• Wu Tian demonstrates his unselfish nature and care for his companions, securing seats for them without concern for his own gain.
• Kunpeng feels indebted to Wu Tian for protecting him and acknowledges the favor.

Significant Themes

• Selflessness and responsibility (Hongyun, Wu Tian)
• Unselfish care and protection (Wu Tian)
• Gratitude and acknowledging favors (Kunpeng)

Character Interactions

• Hongyun and Wu Tian: Hongyun yields his seat to Wu Tian, showing respect and gratitude.
• Wu Tian and Dijiang/Xuan Ming: Wu Tian secures seats for them, demonstrating his care and consideration.
• Kunpeng and Wu Tian: Kunpeng expresses gratitude to Wu Tian for protecting him and acknowledges the favor.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wu Tian ponders the seating arrangements and Hongjun's intentions.
• Hongjun arrives, unnoticed by Wu Tian, and sits at the center.
• The lecture begins as Zixiao Palace's doors close.
• Hongjun explains his role as a Heavenly Dao Saint and the purpose of his lectures.

Character Developments

• Wu Tian becomes more cautious and strategic, hiding his displeasure at Hongjun's probing.
• Hongjun demonstrates his power and wisdom, acting within the constraints of his Saint role.

Significant Themes

• The struggle for qi fortune and merit, and the importance of spreading teachings.
• The realms of the Path of Immortality and the concept of a Saint.

Character Interactions

• Wu Tian and Hongjun have a silent exchange, with Hongjun probing Wu Tian's secrets and Wu Tian remaining composed.
• The disciples of the Three Sects greet Hongjun, while the Ancestral Witches remain dismissive.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Hongjun delivers a sermon on the Dao, starting from the Celestial Immortal realm.
• Wu Tian, initially planning to cultivate using the Witch Clan's methods, listens and gains insights, cultivating rapidly under the Dao resonance.
• Hongjun is surprised and confused by Wu Tian's ability to cultivate smoothly despite being a Witch.
• After ten thousand years, Hongjun concludes the session, leaving everyone eager for more, particularly about the Quasi-Sage realm.
• Jieyin and Zhunti secretly leave Zixiao Palace during the sermon.

Character Developments

• Wu Tian: Shows unexpected aptitude for cultivating under Hongjun's Dao resonance, defying expectations for a Witch.
• Hongjun: Expresses confusion and difficulty in understanding Wu Tian's cultivation progress.
• Ancestral Witches: Display discomfort and restlessness during Hongjun's sermon, contrasting with Wu Tian's progress.
• Jieyin and Zhunti: Secretly leave Zixiao Palace, indicating their unwillingness to continue listening to Hongjun's teachings.

Significant Themes

• The Strangeness of Wu Tian: His ability to cultivate under Hongjun's Dao resonance challenges the understanding of his Witch nature.
• The Power of Dao Resonance: Hongjun's sermon has a profound impact on all present, allowing them to cultivate and gain insights.
• The Mandate of Heaven vs. Individual Will: The Ancestral Witches' discomfort and Jieyin and Zhunti's departure suggest the tension between the Heavenly Dao's will and individual desires.

Character Interactions

• Hongjun and Wu Tian: Hongjun is surprised and confused by Wu Tian's cultivation progress, leading to a pause in his sermon.
• Wu Tian and Zhurong: Wu Tian gains a new understanding of Zhurong's intelligence after hearing his words.
• Ancestral Witches and Other Listeners: There's tension between the Ancestral Witches and other listeners, with the latter displeased by the Witches' behavior during the sermon.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wu Tian and the Ancestral Witches decide not to pursue Jieyin and Zhunti after the lecture, opting to settle the score later.
• Wu Tian declines an invitation to discuss the Dao and taste Ginseng Fruits at Zhen Yuanzi's Five Villages Temple, planning to go after the next lecture.
• Wu Tian leaves Zixiao Palace with the Ancestral Witches, pausing to ruffle Haotian's hair and leave him two drops of Ferocious Beast essence blood at the Great Luo Golden Immortal realm.
• Within the Chaos, Dijiang and Zhu Jiuyin ask Wu Tian about his gains from the lecture.

Character Developments

• Wu Tian's cultivation progress increases significantly after the lecture, with his law inscription reaching four-tenths completion, and his physical strength and Primordial Spirit both advancing to the mid-stage and early-stage of the Great Luo Golden Immortal realm, respectively.
• Haotian shows curiosity and ambition, accepting the essence blood from Wu Tian and planning to share it with Yaochi.

Significant Themes

• The importance of cultivation progress and strength in the Primordial World.
• The value of different paths of cultivation and their shared essence.
• The karmic debt incurred by Jieyin and Zhunti, and the Ancestral Witches' decision to settle the score later.

Character Interactions

• Wu Tian and the Ancestral Witches discuss their plans after the lecture, deciding to return to the Primordial World.
• Wu Tian interacts with Zhen Yuanzi and Hongyun, declining their invitation but expressing interest in visiting later.
• Wu Tian ruffles Haotian's hair and leaves him essence blood, showing a mix of playfulness and encouragement.
• Dijiang and Zhu Jiuyin ask Wu Tian about his gains from the lecture, showing interest in his progress.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wu Tian demonstrates his improved Pangu True Form duration, impressing the Ancestral Witches.
• Houtu reveals she has cultivated a Primal Spirit under the seat's blessing.
• Xuan Ming admits to cultivating a Primal Spirit but reveals it's being eroded by her Baleful Intent.
• Wu Tian lends Xuan Ming the Primordial Measuring Sky Ruler to temporarily suppress her Baleful Intent.
• Wu Tian decides to find Xuan Ming a suitable Dharma Treasure, identifying the Northern Profound Origin Control Water Flag as a potential match.

Character Developments

• Wu Tian: Shows growth in his Pangu True Form usage and demonstrates selflessness by lending Xuan Ming his Dharma Treasure.
• Xuan Ming: Cultivates a Primal Spirit but faces the challenge of her Baleful Intent eroding it. Accepts Wu Tian's help.
• Houtu: Confirms she has cultivated a Primal Spirit, showing progress in her cultivation.

Significant Themes

• Cultivation and growth: Characters demonstrate improvements in their cultivation levels and abilities.
• Selflessness and assistance: Wu Tian helps Xuan Ming despite the risk of losing his Dharma Treasure.
• The power of Dharma Treasures: The Ancestral Witches recognize the importance of Dharma Treasures for cultivation and protection.

Character Interactions

• Wu Tian and the Ancestral Witches: Wu Tian impresses the Ancestral Witches with his progress, and they show appreciation for his assistance to Xuan Ming.
• Wu Tian and Xuan Ming: Wu Tian lends Xuan Ming his Dharma Treasure, showing trust and care. Xuan Ming accepts his help, indicating a shift in their relationship.
• Houtu and Xuan Ming: Houtu teases Xuan Ming about her concern for Wu Tian, hinting at a deeper connection between them.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wu Tian considers how to obtain the Northern Profound Origin Control Water Flag from Kunpeng.
• Kunpeng appears unexpectedly, seeking to settle his karmic debt with Wu Tian.
• Wu Tian asks for the Northern Mysterious Darkness Water Control Banner as repayment.
• Kunpeng reluctantly gives Wu Tian the banner, feeling a sense of relief afterward.
• Wu Tian hints at the seat's importance but doesn't reveal its true significance to Kunpeng.

Character Developments

• Wu Tian shows cunning and strategic thinking in his dealings with Kunpeng.
• Kunpeng demonstrates his desire to settle debts and his reluctance to part with his treasures.
• Xuan Ming remains puzzled about the connection between Kunpeng and her.

Significant Themes

• The importance of repaying karmic debts and settling obligations.
• The value of treasures and opportunities, with the seat being more precious than the Northern Mysterious Darkness Water Control Banner.
• The complexity of relationships and deals among powerful figures.

Character Interactions

• Wu Tian and Kunpeng engage in a tense yet cordial negotiation.
• The Ancestral Witches remain wary and protective of Wu Tian during his interaction with Kunpeng.
• Wu Tian keeps the true value of the seat a secret from Kunpeng, leaving him curious and eager to know more.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Kunpeng leaves, and Dijiang and Zhu Jiuyin join forces to continue their journey through Chaos towards the Primordial World.
• Wu Tian gives Xuan Ming the Northern Profound Origin Control Water Flag to help her refine and suppress it within her Primordial Spirit to combat Baleful Intent erosion.
• The Ancestral Witches discuss obtaining more treasures like the Northern Profound Origin Control Water Flag for other Witches, leading to a conversation about the Five Innate Directional Banners.
• The Ancestral Witches return to the Primordial World, and Wu Tian looks towards Mount Buzhou, hoping that Jiufeng and the others have found the Innate Calabash Vine.

Character Developments

• Wu Tian demonstrates his cleverness and thoughtfulness in helping Xuan Ming refine the Northern Profound Origin Control Water Flag.
• Xuan Ming shows hesitation but ultimately trusts Wu Tian's judgment and begins refining the treasure.
• The Ancestral Witches display their confidence and ambition, even considering challenging Hongjun for the Five Innate Directional Banners.
• Houtu shows concern for the Witch Clan's safety and discourages the idea of challenging Hongjun.

Significant Themes

• Ambition and Confidence: The Ancestral Witches exhibit their ambition and confidence in their abilities, even considering challenging powerful figures like Hongjun.
• Trust and Wisdom: Wu Tian demonstrates his wisdom and trustworthiness, helping Xuan Ming refine the Northern Profound Origin Control Water Flag, while the Ancestral Witches trust his judgment.
• Caution and Foresight: Houtu shows caution and foresight in discouraging the Ancestral Witches from challenging Hongjun, considering the potential consequences for the Witch Clan.

Character Interactions

• Wu Tian interacts with Xuan Ming, helping her understand the Northern Profound Origin Control Water Flag and encouraging her to refine it.
• The Ancestral Witches discuss obtaining more treasures, leading to a conversation about the Five Innate Directional Banners and the possibility of challenging Hongjun.
• Houtu interacts with the other Ancestral Witches, showing concern for the Witch Clan's safety and discouraging them from challenging Hongjun.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Ancestral Witches return to find Jiufeng, who reports that the Innate Calabash Vine has been found at the foot of Mount Buzhou.
• Wu Tian learns that Kua Fu discovered the vine and plans to reward him and the others who helped.
• The Ancestral Witches visit the valley where the Innate Calabash Vine is located, hidden by an innate grand formation.
• Wu Tian decides to leave the vine in its current location, stationing Great Witches to guard it, as moving it might affect its ripening.
• Wu Tian plans to mark or claim the vine to prevent any future issues.

Character Developments

• Jiufeng: Shows initiative and loyalty by immediately reporting the vine's discovery to Wu Tian.
• Kua Fu: Plays a significant role in finding the Innate Calabash Vine, earning Wu Tian's gratitude.
• Wu Tian: Demonstrates his concern for the Witch Clan's future and the well-being of his people, showing care for Kua Fu's future and the vine's safekeeping.
• Dijiang: Uses his power to attempt moving the valley but decides against it to avoid harming the vine.

Significant Themes

• The importance of the Innate Calabash Vine to the Witch Clan's future.
• The power dynamics between the Witch Clan and other primordial beings.
• The theme of caution and careful planning in seizing opportunities.

Character Interactions

• Wu Tian and Jiufeng: Jiufeng reports to Wu Tian, showing her eagerness to please him.
• Wu Tian and Kua Fu: Wu Tian expresses his gratitude to Kua Fu for finding the vine.
• Dijiang and Wu Tian: Dijiang advises Wu Tian on how to handle the Innate Calabash Vine.
• Wu Tian and the Ancestral Witches: They discuss and decide together on how to handle the vine's discovery.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wu Tian, with Dijiang's help, travels to the valley where the Innate Calabash Vine resides.
• He examines the vine and its seven gourds, each containing different innate energies (Yin, Yang, and the Five Elements).
• Wu Tian discovers the Nine Heavens Breathing Earth at the vine's base, takes a small piece, and notices its growth and energy consumption.
• He attempts to imprint his mark on the vine but is rejected by its power.
• Wu Tian explains the vine's potential danger and offers to protect it if it acknowledges him as its master.
• The vine agrees, and they form a blood bond, creating a mysterious connection between them.

Character Developments

• Wu Tian demonstrates his power and wisdom, understanding the vine's potential danger and offering protection.
• The Innate Calabash Vine shows sentience and understanding, agreeing to acknowledge Wu Tian as its master.

Significant Themes

• The power of innate energies (Yin, Yang, and the Five Elements).
• The importance of protection and guidance, as seen in Wu Tian's offer to the vine.
• The concept of fate and destiny, as Wu Tian believes their meeting was fated.

Character Interactions

• Wu Tian interacts with the Innate Calabash Vine, understanding its power and offering protection.
• Wu Tian and Dijiang work together to reach the vine's location.

Chapter Summary: “Should We Skip It This Time?”

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wu Tian successfully makes the Innate Calabash Vine acknowledge him as its master. The process consumes a large amount of his blood essence, leaving him pale, but the vine develops a spiritual connection with him.
• The vine possesses only childlike intelligence for now; its full consciousness will likely emerge once its seven calabashes mature. By claiming it early, Wu Tian changes its original fate of being divided among powerful figures such as the Three Pure Ones and Nüwa.
• The vine transfers vast knowledge of Innate Yin-Yang and Five Elements principles into Wu Tian’s mind, causing him temporary dizziness.
• Wu Tian learns that the valley is protected by the Innate Yin-Yang Five Elements Formation, with the Calabash Vine as its core. Since the vine now belongs to him, he gains control over the formation and opens it to admit the Ancestral Witches.
• Wu Tian announces that he intends to give the seven calabashes to his brothers once they mature. Dijiang initially refuses to take advantage of him, but eventually accepts the idea after Wu Tian explains that treasures should be put to practical use and that stronger Ancestral Witches will be better able to protect him.
• Wu Tian gives Houtu half of the Nine Heavens Breathing Earth, a powerful earth-element treasure capable of endless growth. Because it complements Houtu’s cultivation, she accepts it and plans to use it to strengthen her Primal Spirit.
• Wu Tian then says he wants to remain in the valley to comprehend the Yin-Yang and Five Elements laws while the Ancestral Witches return to the tribe.
• Dijiang and Zhu Rong reveal that they do not want to attend Hongjun’s upcoming lectures at Zixiao Palace. They find the Heavenly Dao power and spiritual qi uncomfortable because their cultivation relies on Baleful Qi. They suggest that Wu Tian, Xuan Ming, and Houtu attend instead, while the other Ancestral Witches wait outside to protect them.

Character Developments

• Wu Tian gains control of both the Innate Calabash Vine and the valley’s defensive formation, greatly expanding his influence and future opportunities. His understanding of Yin-Yang and Five Elements laws also begins to deepen.
• The Innate Calabash Vine demonstrates rudimentary emotions and intelligence, protesting when Wu Tian jokes about its consumption of blood essence. Its bond with Wu Tian establishes it as a protected treasure of the Witch Clan.
• Dijiang and the Ancestral Witches show increasing trust in Wu Tian and become willing to accept treasures from him. Their willingness to use the future calabashes reflects their recognition that Wu Tian’s plans benefit the entire Witch Clan.
• Houtu displays a more playful and teasing side than usual, joking with Xuan Ming while still acting responsibly as the treasure’s ideal recipient.
• Xuan Ming remains blunt and easily provoked, immediately reacting to Houtu’s teasing about Wu Tian’s attentiveness.
• Dijiang and Zhu Rong reveal their reluctance toward Hongjun’s immortal-path teachings, emphasizing the fundamental difference between Witch Clan cultivation and the Daoist path.

Significant Themes

• Changing fate: Wu Tian’s early intervention saves the Calabash Vine from its original destiny and allows him to redirect major opportunities toward the Witch Clan.
• Mutual recognition and legitimacy: The vine accepts Wu Tian partly because of his Pangu-related aura, reinforcing his status as Pangu’s successor and his special connection to Mount Buzhou.
• The practical value of treasures: Wu Tian argues that treasures should strengthen their users rather than remain unused, highlighting his pragmatic and strategic approach to cultivation.
• Family and collective strength: The treasures are intended to improve the Ancestral Witches as a group. Wu Tian’s power and security are tied to the strength and loyalty of his brothers and sisters.
• Cultural and cultivation differences: The Witches’ discomfort with Hongjun’s spiritual environment illustrates the incompatibility between their Baleful Qi-based path and the immortal cultivation system centered on Heavenly Dao power and spiritual energy.

Character Interactions

• Wu Tian humorously complains to the vine about the amount of blood essence it consumed, and the vine responds with childish indignation.
• Zhu Rong doubts that the vine truly understood Wu Tian, but its agitated branches effectively prove that it possesses awareness.
• Dijiang initially refuses the future calabashes out of respect for Wu Tian, while Wu Tian insists that they should be used to strengthen the clan.
• Houtu and Xuan Ming engage in playful bickering, with Houtu teasing Xuan Ming about Wu Tian’s special attention and Xuan Ming responding angrily.
• Wu Tian gives Houtu the Nine Heavens Breathing Earth because its earth-element nature suits her cultivation.
• At the end, Dijiang and Zhu Rong awkwardly try to persuade Wu Tian to skip Hongjun’s lecture, offering to guard the group outside Zixiao Palace if he, Houtu, and Xuan Ming attend.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wu Tian and the Ancestral Witches decide not to attend the first lecture at Zixiao Palace.
• Wu Tian proposes founding the Witch Clan as a formal race and announces it to Father God Pangu.
• Wu Tian, Xuan Ming, and Hou Tu prepare to leave for the second lecture at Zixiao Palace.

Character Developments

• Wu Tian: Shows strategic thinking and ambition, aiming to establish the Witch Clan and gain Great Dao merit.
• Dijiang: Maintains his Big Brother demeanor but is influenced by Wu Tian's ideas.
• Zhu Jiuyin: Rarely speaks but supports Wu Tian's plans.

Significant Themes

• Ambition and Power: Wu Tian's desire to establish the Witch Clan and gain Great Dao merit reflects his ambition and power-hungry nature.
• Cultivation and Growth: Wu Tian's cultivation progress and the Ancestral Witches' focus on developing their warriors highlight the importance of cultivation and growth.

Character Interactions

• Wu Tian interacts with Dijiang and Zhu Jiuyin, convincing them to support his plans for founding the Witch Clan.
• Wu Tian, Xuan Ming, and Hou Tu decide to leave together for the second lecture, showing unity among the Ancestral Witches.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wu Tian attends the second lecture at Zixiao Palace with Xuan Ming and Hou Tu, while Dijiang and the other Ancestral Witches stay behind.
• Xuan Ming reveals she can now use the Northern Profound Origin Control Water Flag to block Baleful Intent, but her Primordial Spirit's cultivation is slow due to her powerful physical body.
• Wu Tian encourages Xuan Ming and Hou Tu to focus on cultivating their Primordial Spirits during the lectures.
• Wu Tian expresses his desire to help Xuan Ming and Hou Tu achieve the Dao and improve their fates.
• The trio arrives late at Zixiao Palace, attracting attention due to the absence of the other Ancestral Witches.
• The lecture begins, focusing on cultivating the Quasi-Sage realm.

Character Developments

• Wu Tian: Shows genuine concern for Xuan Ming and Hou Tu's well-being, wanting to help them achieve the Dao. He also demonstrates diplomatic skills in handling questions about the absent Ancestral Witches.
• Xuan Ming: Struggles with cultivating her Primordial Spirit due to her powerful physical body. She shows appreciation for Wu Tian's concern but remains gruff in her interactions.
• Hou Tu: Expresses gratitude for Wu Tian's help and shares a warm bond with him. She also shows concern for Wu Tian's well-being.
• Kunpeng: Acts deferentially toward Wu Tian, a change noticed by Di Jun and Taiyi, who are puzzled by his behavior.
• Di Jun: Remains calm and collected, advising Taiyi to focus on the lecture and discuss Kunpeng's behavior later.

Significant Themes

• The struggle between physical cultivation and Primordial Spirit cultivation, as seen in Xuan Ming's character.
• The bond between Wu Tian and the Ancestral Witches, evolving from initial self-interest to genuine concern for their well-being.
• The importance of attending lectures to learn about cultivation, as emphasized by Hongyun and Di Jun.

Character Interactions

• Wu Tian, Xuan Ming, and Hou Tu: The trio shares a warm, sibling-like bond, with Wu Tian acting as a concerned younger brother and the Ancestral Witches doting on him.
• Wu Tian and Kunpeng: Kunpeng's deferential behavior toward Wu Tian puzzles Di Jun and Taiyi, suggesting a change in their relationship.
• Di Jun and Taiyi: The brothers discuss Kunpeng's behavior, with Di Jun advising Taiyi to focus on the lecture.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Hongjun resumes his lecture on the Dao, focusing on the Quasi-Sage realm.
• The listeners vary in their understanding and reaction to Hongjun's teachings.
• Wu Tian understands the underlying logic of the Ancestral Witches' fate and begins to ponder a solution.
• Hongjun realizes that most Innate Gods, including the Three Pure Ones, have no intention of embracing the Immortal Dao.
• Hongjun manipulates the Duke of the East to start converting his cultivation to the Immortal Dao, which affects the Queen Mother of the West as well.

Character Developments

• Wu Tian gains insights into the Ancestral Witches' fate and starts contemplating a way to change it.
• The Duke of the East decides to follow the Immortal Dao, marking a significant shift in his cultivation path.
• The Queen Mother of the West is forced to start converting her cultivation to the Immortal Dao due to her connection with the Duke of the East.

Significant Themes

• The difficulty and rarity of achieving the Dao through Laws, especially for the Ancestral Witches.
• The struggle between the Heavenly Dao and the Ancestral Witches for control over the Primordial World.
• The manipulation of fate and the influence of external forces on individual cultivation paths.

Character Interactions

• Hongjun manipulates the Duke of the East to further his plans for the Immortal Dao's expansion.
• The Duke of the East and the Queen Mother of the West's connection causes them to be affected by each other's cultivation shifts.
• Wu Tian, the Three Pure Ones, and other listeners interact with Hongjun's lecture, each at their own level of understanding and acceptance.