Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• The climbers reach the 5000th step, triggering their Inner Demon Illusion Realms.
• Lin Chen faces an illusion of Liu Qingqing's death, which he quickly overcomes.
• Lin Chen ascends alone, leaving behind other climbers still struggling with their illusions.
• He reaches the summit, the 99,999th step, becoming the sole climber.

Character Developments

• Lin Chen demonstrates extraordinary mental fortitude, overcoming his illusion quickly and continuing his ascent.
• Other climbers, like Shi Potian and Xie Wuming, struggle with their illusions, showing their vulnerabilities.

Significant Themes

• The power of the mind and will over illusions and fears.
• The journey's toll on climbers, revealing their inner selves and weaknesses.
• The solitary path to enlightenment and self-discovery.

Character Interactions

• Lin Chen interacts with his illusion of Liu Qingqing, reinforcing his resolve.
• The other climbers and the crowd at the foot of the mountain watch Lin Chen's ascent with growing respect and awe.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Chen successfully reaches the summit of the Ancestral Witch Sacred Mountain, attracting the attention of the Myriad Witch Temple.
• The first trial, 'Heaven Ascending Ladder,' concludes, with Lin Chen as the sole victor.
• The second trial, 'King Beast Hunt,' is announced. Lin Chen and 15 other participants must hunt a 'King Beast' with Saint Realm strength within three days in the 'Myriad Beast Fierce Domain.'
• The Divine Envoy amends the rules, subjecting the 15 participants to the 'Ancestral Witch's Gaze' (amplified aura) and Lin Chen to the 'Ancestral Witch's Blessing' (concealed aura).

Character Developments

• Lin Chen: Proves his immense power and attracts the attention of the Myriad Witch Temple. He remains calm and focused amidst the attention and hostility from other participants.
• Black Stone Ge: Experiences a surge of pride and exhilaration due to Lin Chen's victory, which brings respect and attention to his tribe.
• Xie Wuming, Shi Potian, and others: Feel humiliated, confused, and enraged by their defeat. They vow to challenge Lin Chen in the upcoming trial.

Significant Themes

• Power and Respect: Lin Chen's display of power earns him respect and changes the attitude of other tribes towards the Black Fire City.
• Revenge and Rivalry: The other participants feel a burning desire to challenge and defeat Lin Chen, fueling their determination in the upcoming trial.

Character Interactions

• Lin Chen and the Black Fire City camp: Lin Chen's victory brings honor and attention to the Black Fire City. He acknowledges Liu Qingqing before entering the hunting ground.
• Lin Chen and other participants: The other participants view Lin Chen as a formidable rival and enemy, vowing to challenge him in the 'King Beast Hunt' trial.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Chen and 15 other geniuses from the Southern Border enter the Myriad Beast Fierce Domain, a primeval, savage world ruled by survival of the fittest.
• They are immediately attacked by a tide of giant beasts, drawn to their powerful auras.
• Two geniuses are killed, and the group is scattered. Lin Chen observes from a safe distance.
• A massive, hidden dragon-like beast, the true king of the area, targets Xie Wuming, the leader of the Scorpion Tribe.

Character Developments

• Lin Chen demonstrates his strategic and patient nature, choosing to observe and learn rather than immediately engage.
• Xie Wuming and Shi Potian show their leadership and combat abilities, but struggle to maintain their formations against the beast tide.

Significant Themes

• Survival of the fittest: The domain's law is harsh and unforgiving, reflecting the brutal nature of the competition.
• Observation and patience: Lin Chen's strategy highlights the importance of careful planning and timing in achieving victory.

Character Interactions

• Lin Chen observes the other geniuses' combat styles and weaknesses, positioning himself as a silent observer and future manipulator.
• Xie Wuming and Shi Potian fight valiantly but struggle against the beast tide, showing their strength but also their vulnerability.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xie Wuming and his companion are cornered by endless beasts on the battlefield.
• Xie Wuming decides to use the forbidden Scorpion Body-Shattering Great Art to escape, damaging their foundational cultivation.
• The dormant volcano erupts, revealing a Lava Dragon Lizard at the peak of the mid-Saint Realm.
• The Lava Dragon Lizard devours Xie Wuming's companion and attempts to kill Xie Wuming.
• Lin Chen intervenes, targeting the Lava Dragon Lizard's eye, its only vulnerable spot, and enrages it.
• A fierce battle between Lin Chen and the Lava Dragon Lizard begins.

Character Developments

• Xie Wuming: Desperate and willing to use forbidden arts to survive. Shows fear and despair when facing the Lava Dragon Lizard.
• Lin Chen: Calm and strategic, observes the Lava Dragon Lizard's weakness and exploits it. Shows no fear in the face of the beast's power.

Significant Themes

• Survival and desperation in the face of overwhelming odds.
• The use of forbidden arts and their consequences.
• The importance of observation and strategy in combat.

Character Interactions

• Xie Wuming and his companion: They stand back-to-back against the beasts, but Xie Wuming's decision to use the forbidden art causes his companion's death.
• Xie Wuming and Lin Chen: Xie Wuming is saved by Lin Chen, creating a complex dynamic between them.
• Lin Chen and the Lava Dragon Lizard: Lin Chen's strategic attack enrages the Lava Dragon Lizard, setting the stage for a fierce battle.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Lava Dragon Lizard, enraged and blinded, attacks Lin Chen with a devastating lava torrent and a city-leveling tail sweep.
• Lin Chen evades both attacks using his new movement technique and ascends to the dragon's head level.
• Lin Chen discovers the dragon's true core, an Inverse Scale on its chest, and uses his "Myriad Dao Fusion Art" to destroy it with a single finger tap, killing the beast.

Character Developments

• Lin Chen demonstrates exceptional combat intuition, reaction speed, and control over his power.
• Xie Wuming's perception of Lin Chen's combat abilities shifts dramatically, realizing the vast gap between them.

Significant Themes

• The power of precision and simplicity over brute force and complexity.
• The importance of understanding one's enemy to exploit their weaknesses.

Character Interactions

• Lin Chen and the Lava Dragon Lizard: A one-sided battle where Lin Chen outmaneuvers and defeats the beast.
• Xie Wuming and Lin Chen: Xie Wuming watches the battle, dumbfounded, realizing Lin Chen's extraordinary abilities.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Chen defeats the Lava Dragon Lizard, absorbing its immense energy.
• He spares Xie Wuming, the young master of the Scorpion Tribe, due to his weakness.
• Lin Chen decides to continue exploring the Fierce Domain, aiming to hunt more King Beasts to strengthen himself before the Ancestral Witch Festival.
• He senses another powerful King Beast in a distant swamp and sets out to confront it.

Character Developments

• Lin Chen demonstrates his growing power and confidence, absorbing a King Beast's energy and planning to hunt more.
• Xie Wuming experiences a significant blow to his pride and Dao Heart after being spared by Lin Chen.

Significant Themes

• The theme of strength and power dynamics is emphasized, with Lin Chen's growing strength allowing him to dismiss weaker opponents like ants.
• The theme of the Myriad Dao Furnace's insatiable hunger for energy is further explored, driving Lin Chen's actions.

Character Interactions

• Lin Chen and Xie Wuming: Lin Chen's indifference and disregard towards Xie Wuming highlight the power imbalance between them, leading to Xie Wuming's emotional breakdown.
• Lin Chen and the Fierce Domain: Lin Chen interacts with the Fierce Domain as if it's his personal hunting ground, demonstrating his growing confidence and ambition.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Chen approaches the swamp, detecting a powerful life form.
• Shi Potian, a Giant Spirit Tribe divine maiden, is battling swamp creatures.
• The Corpse Swamp Dragon, a middle Saint Realm beast, emerges.
• Lin Chen uses his 'Purify' ability to decompose and absorb the Corpse Swamp Dragon.

Character Developments

• Lin Chen demonstrates his immense power and control over life energy.
• Shi Potian shows her combat skills but is overwhelmed by the Corpse Swamp Dragon's venom.

Significant Themes

• The power of life and creation over decay and death.
• The contrast between Lin Chen's strength and other characters' abilities.

Character Interactions

• Lin Chen and Shi Potian's first encounter; Lin Chen saves Shi Potian indirectly.
• Lin Chen's indifference to Shi Potian's provocation, focusing on his mission.
• Lin Chen's warning to Shi Potian about the unsuitability of the swamp for her, showing a hint of concern.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The second trial, 'Hunt King Beasts,' concludes after three days. Only nine participants remain, none of whom completed the task.
• Lin Chen emerges unscathed, having hunted six Saint Realm King Beasts, shocking everyone.
• The final trial, 'Ancestral Spirit Resonance,' begins on the mountaintop. Participants must resonate with the Ancestral Witch Spirits in the 'Ancestral Spirit Well.'

Character Developments

• Lin Chen's prowess is further established, solidifying his status as the clear favorite.
• Xie Wuming, Shi Potian, and the other survivors accept their roles as witnesses to Lin Chen's victory.

Significant Themes

• The power of the individual (Lin Chen) against the collective (other participants).
• The reverence and awe inspired by Lin Chen's achievements.
• The acceptance of one's role and fate (as seen in Xie Wuming, Shi Potian, and the others).

Character Interactions

• The Divine Envoy from the Myriad Witch Temple interacts minimally, serving only as a facilitator for the trials.
• Lin Chen's presence intimidates and impresses the other participants, who now view him with reverence.
• Xie Wuming, Shi Potian, and the others share glances, expressing their unwillingness to accept defeat but ultimately complying with the trial's rules.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The top nine geniuses' divine souls enter the Ancestral Spirit Well.
• Lin Chen's divine soul experiences no resistance and reaches the well's core, encountering the most ancient Witch Spirits.
• The ancient Witch Spirits recognize Lin Chen's Chaos Qi and erupt in worship, causing a golden pillar of light to shoot into the sky.
• A golden rune from the pillar of light merges into Lin Chen's hand, forming a mysterious mark.
• The Divine Envoy of the Myriad Witch Temple reveals that the mark is the Ancestral Witch Divine Seal, confirming an ancient prophecy.

Character Developments

• Lin Chen demonstrates his unique connection to the Ancestral Witch Spirits and gains their recognition.
• The Divine Envoy of the Myriad Witch Temple is revealed to be ancient and holds deep reverence for Lin Chen's mark.

Significant Themes

• The power of lineage and ancestral connection.
• The recognition and acceptance of the 'other' (Lin Chen) by the ancient Witch Spirits.
• The prophecy and its fulfillment.

Character Interactions

• Lin Chen interacts with the ancient Witch Spirits, revealing his pure intent to protect Liu Qingqing.
• The Divine Envoy of the Myriad Witch Temple interacts with Lin Chen, recognizing the Ancestral Witch Divine Seal on his hand.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Chen reveals the Ancestral Witch Divine Seal, shocking the Southern Border Barbarians.
• All tribes kneel before Lin Chen, acknowledging him as their sole king and the "Divine Lord" prophesied to unite them.
• The Myriad Witch Temple Divine Envoy confirms Lin Chen's status and offers to open the divine gate to the sacred land.

Character Developments

• Lin Chen: Realizes he's entangled in the Southern Border's affairs, accepts his new role reluctantly.
• Divine Envoy: Shows reverence and excitement upon seeing the Divine Seal, confirms Lin Chen's status, and offers assistance.

Significant Themes

• Fate and Destiny: Lin Chen's life is significantly altered by the revelation of the Divine Seal, illustrating the theme of fate's unpredictability.
• Power and Responsibility: Lin Chen gains immense power but also inherits the burden of leadership and responsibility for the Southern Border tribes.

Character Interactions

• Lin Chen and the Divine Envoy: Lin Chen expresses his reluctance to take on the role of "Divine Lord," while the Divine Envoy remains steadfast in his belief and offers assistance.
• Lin Chen and the Southern Border Barbarians: The tribes kneel before Lin Chen, acknowledging him as their leader, despite his initial disdain from them.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Chen, now bearing the Ancestral Witch Divine Seal, is invited to the Myriad Witch Temple by the Divine Envoy.
• Lin Chen insists on bringing Liu Qingqing with him, and the Divine Envoy agrees.
• They pass through the Divine Gate, which leads them to the Myriad Witch Temple, a secluded paradise independent of the mortal world.
• Upon arrival, they are greeted by the Elder Council of the Witch Clan, led by the Great Elder.

Character Developments

• Lin Chen demonstrates his unyielding determination to protect Liu Qingqing, showing growth in his role as a protector.
• The Divine Envoy shows absolute devotion to Lin Chen, reflecting his new status as the Divine Lord.
• The Great Elder and the Elder Council display reverence and excitement upon seeing Lin Chen, hinting at their long-awaited recognition of his status.

Significant Themes

• Destiny and Fulfillment: The Elder Council's long wait for Lin Chen's return emphasizes the theme of destiny and its fulfillment.
• Power and Responsibility: Lin Chen's new status as the Divine Lord comes with the responsibility to protect Liu Qingqing, highlighting the theme of power and its accompanying duties.
• Otherworldliness: The Myriad Witch Temple's separation from the mortal world underscores the theme of otherworldliness and the existence of hidden, sacred realms.

Character Interactions

• Lin Chen and Liu Qingqing: Their bond strengthens as Lin Chen prioritizes Liu Qingqing's safety, showing care and protection.
• Lin Chen and the Divine Envoy: Their interaction shows the Divine Envoy's unwavering devotion and Lin Chen's new status.
• Lin Chen and the Great Elder: Their meeting signifies the recognition of Lin Chen's status as the Divine Lord and the beginning of his role within the Myriad Witch Temple.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Chen and Liu Qingqing arrive at the Crystal Palace in the Witch God Realm.
• The Great Elder, a powerful and ancient figure, greets Lin Chen as the "Divine Master."
• Lin Chen requests the method to remove the 'Soul Locking Seal' from Liu Qingqing.
• The Great Elder reveals that the seal is a 'beacon' curse cast by an 'Outer Realm Heavenly Demon' and can be easily removed within the Witch God Realm.
• They enter the Crystal Palace, where the Great Elder reveals ancient secrets about the world's origins and the Divine Beings.

Character Developments

• Lin Chen: Struggles with his new identity as the "Divine Master" and is shocked to learn about the origins of his power and the Furnace.
• Liu Qingqing: Enters the Green Lotus Spring to remove her 'Soul Locking Seal' and awaken her true potential.
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Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Chen stays at the Myriad Witch Temple to protect Liu Qingqing as she recovers in the Green Lotus Spring.
• Lin Chen focuses on understanding and controlling his Source power using the Myriad Dao Furnace, rather than rushing his cultivation.
• The Great Elder informs Lin Chen that Heavenly Demons from the Outer Realm have appeared near the Witch God Realm, sensing the Source's aura.
• The Great Elder reveals that the twelve Ancestral Witch Divine Weapons, needed to defend against the Heavenly Demons, can be repaired using Lin Chen's Source power.

Character Developments

• Lin Chen: Deepens his understanding of the Source power and its fundamental laws, but his cultivation level remains unchanged.
• Liu Qingqing: Recovers steadily in the Green Lotus Spring, with her aura becoming pure and full of vitality.
• The Great Elder: Shows determination to protect the Witch God Realm and reveals her knowledge of the Ancestral Witch Divine Weapons.

Significant Themes

• The power of understanding and control over one's abilities is more important than mere cultivation level.
• The threat of the Heavenly Demons from the Outer Realm looms over the Witch God Realm.
• The importance of unity and cooperation in facing external threats.

Character Interactions

• Lin Chen and the Great Elder: They discuss the threat of the Heavenly Demons and the plan to repair the Ancestral Witch Divine Weapons using Lin Chen's Source power.
• Lin Chen and Liu Qingqing: Although they don't interact directly in this chapter, Lin Chen's actions are driven by his desire to protect Liu Qingqing and the Witch God Realm.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Chen is presented with twelve fragments of the Ancestral Witch Divine Weapons, each representing a fundamental Great Dao law.
• Lin Chen attempts to awaken the divine weapon fragments using his 'Source' power but finds he can't reforge them together due to his insufficient power and the lack of a suitable furnace and fuel.
• The Great Elder reveals that the core of the Witch God Realm contains a 'Chaos Earth Fire' and the remains of a 'Chaos Fierce Beast,' which could serve as the perfect furnace and fuel respectively, but pose significant risks.

Character Developments

• Lin Chen demonstrates his power and determination by awakening the divine weapon fragments but also shows humility in acknowledging his limitations.
• The Great Elder shows her wisdom and resourcefulness by suggesting the 'Chaos Earth Fire' and 'Chaos Fierce Beast' as solutions, despite the risks involved.

Significant Themes

• The theme of power and its limitations is explored, as Lin Chen's 'Source' power, though supreme, has its boundaries.
• The idea of risk and reward is presented, with the Great Elder suggesting a dangerous plan that could lead to great gains but also significant losses.

Character Interactions

• Lin Chen and the Great Elder have a collaborative interaction, with the Great Elder providing valuable information and Lin Chen showing appreciation for her help.
• The relationship between Lin Chen and the Great Elder deepens, with the Great Elder showing unwavering faith in Lin Chen's abilities and Lin Chen demonstrating his trust in her by accepting her plan.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Chen, the Divine Lord, enters the Heart of the Earth Gate leading to the Witch God Realm's core.
• He encounters the Chaos Earth Fire, the realm's energy core, and the corpse of a Chaos Fierce Beast.
• Lin Chen attempts to reforge the Pangu Divine Axe using the Chaos Earth Fire and a piece of the Chaos Fierce Beast's carapace.

Character Developments

• Lin Chen demonstrates fearlessness, confidence, and determination in facing the unknown dangers of the Earth's core.
• He shows resilience and adaptability in enduring the harsh environment and understanding the Chaos Earth Fire's laws.

Significant Themes

• The power of will and determination in overcoming challenges.
• The duality of creation and destruction, represented by the Chaos Earth Fire and the Chaos Fierce Beast.

Character Interactions

• Lin Chen interacts with the Great Elder of the Witch Clan, who opens the Heart of the Earth Gate for him.
• He faces the will of the Chaos Fierce Beast, which attempts to invade his soul and seize his body.

Key Plot Points

• Lin Chen successfully forges the Pangu Divine Axe, the first of the Twelve Ancestral Witch Divine Weapons, at the heart of the earth.
• The forging process refines Lin Chen's Soul Power and deepens his understanding of the "Dao" and "Source" power.
• The reforged divine axe's creation causes the Witch God Realm to tremble, and its aura is felt by the Witch Clan elders and Liu Qingqing.

Character Developments

• Lin Chen's Soul Power becomes more refined and pure, and his understanding of the "Dao" and "Source" power increases.
• Liu Qingqing's "Soul Locking Seal" is purified, and her "Nine Aperture Exquisite Green Lotus Body" awakens, elevating her life level and "Dao."

Significant Themes

• The power of will and determination in overcoming challenges (Lin Chen's resistance to the Heavenly Demon's influence).
• The connection between a cultivator and their divine weapon (Lin Chen's bond with the Pangu Divine Axe).

Character Interactions

• Lin Chen and Liu Qingqing share a silent, meaningful moment upon seeing each other after Lin Chen's successful forging of the divine axe.
• The Witch Clan elders show reverence and fanaticism towards Lin Chen upon his return to the Myriad Witch Temple.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Chen and Liu Qingqing reunite in the Witch Clan's council hall after Liu Qingqing's successful rebirth.
• Lin Chen reveals he has reforged the 'Pangu Divine Axe' and understands his 'furnace' power better, having confronted the Heavenly Demon's will.
• They discuss their future path, deciding to rest and recover before repairing the remaining Ancestral Witch Divine Weapons to prepare for the Heavenly Demon's threat.

Character Developments

• Liu Qingqing: Completely healed and reborn, she has awakened her bloodline and gained the authority of a 'god,' capable of influencing nature. She is now more confident and tranquil.
• Lin Chen: Having reforged the divine weapon, he has a deeper understanding of his power and the Heavenly Demon's threat. He is more determined and confident in facing the upcoming challenges.

Significant Themes

• Rebirth and transformation: Both characters have undergone significant changes, with Liu Qingqing's rebirth and Lin Chen's deeper understanding of his power.
• Unity and partnership: They decide to face the future together, no longer separated by their individual struggles.
• Preparation and determination: They plan to rest and recover before preparing for the Heavenly Demon's threat, demonstrating their resolve and strategic thinking.

Character Interactions

• Lin Chen and Liu Qingqing: They express their love and support for each other, promising to face the future together. They share their experiences and plans, strengthening their bond as Dao companions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Chen wakes up late, feeling exhausted from remolding the Divine Axe.
• The Great Elder leads Lin Chen and Liu Qingqing to the Soul Library, a place storing ancient spirits and knowledge.
• Lin Chen enters the Soul Library to heal his Divine Soul and learn from ancient masters.

Character Developments

• Lin Chen: Realizes the extent of his Divine Soul's exhaustion and seeks to heal it.
• Liu Qingqing: Begins to cultivate anew, focusing on her connection with life.
• The Great Elder: Shows concern for Lin Chen's well-being and offers him access to the Soul Library.

Significant Themes

• The power of ancient knowledge and wisdom.
• The importance of rest and recovery in cultivation.
• The connection between life and cultivation.

Character Interactions

• Lin Chen and Liu Qingqing: Share a moment of concern and understanding for each other's needs.
• Lin Chen and the Great Elder: The Great Elder shows respect and care for Lin Chen, offering him access to the Soul Library.
• The Great Elder and Liu Qingqing: The Great Elder offers to guide Liu Qingqing in her cultivation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Chen enters the Soul Library, a hall containing soul orbs of ancient Witch Clan ancestors.
• He meets 'Book', the guardian of the library, who explains the rules and principles.
• Lin Chen seeks to recover his divine soul and learns about the Ancestral Witch Divine Weapons.
• He touches the soul orb of the thirty-sixth generation Great Priestess to heal his divine soul.
• Lin Chen decides to learn about the 'Nuwa Divine Stone' first, experiencing its owner's tragic memories.

Character Developments

• Lin Chen: Shows determination to repair the 'Nuwa Divine Stone' after understanding its tragic history.
• The Great Priestess: Her memories of healing and life energy help Lin Chen recover his divine soul.
• Nuwa: The gentle and powerful mother goddess who sacrificed herself to protect her clan, leaving behind the 'Nuwa Divine Stone'.

Significant Themes

• Healing and recovery: Lin Chen's divine soul recovers through the Great Priestess's memories, and Liu Qingqing's presence heals the Witch God Realm.
• Sacrifice: Nuwa's selfless act to protect her clan highlights the theme of sacrifice.
• Determination: Lin Chen's resolve to repair the 'Nuwa Divine Stone' despite its sorrowful memories.

Character Interactions

• Lin Chen interacts with 'Book', the guardian of the Soul Library, who provides guidance and information.
• Lin Chen connects with the souls of the Great Priestess and Nuwa through their respective orbs, experiencing their memories and emotions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Chen decides to repair the Nuwa Divine Stone, seeking power for creation and protection rather than destruction.
• The Great Elder and Witch Clan elders agree to provide their life force to aid in the repair.
• Lin Chen forges the divine stone using the Green Lotus Spring, the Great Elder's formation, and the life force of the elders and Liu Qingqing.

Character Developments

• Lin Chen demonstrates his understanding of the need for creation and protection, showing his wisdom and foresight.
• The Great Elder and Witch Clan elders show unwavering loyalty and willingness to sacrifice for their clan and Lin Chen's cause.
• Liu Qingqing displays her commitment to Lin Chen and the Witch Clan by offering her life force.

Significant Themes

• The theme of creation vs. destruction is emphasized, with Lin Chen choosing to repair a divine stone of creation rather than a weapon of war.
• Sacrifice and unity are highlighted as the Witch Clan elders and Liu Qingqing offer their life force to aid in the repair.
• Hope is the ultimate theme, as the repaired Nuwa Divine Stone brings hope and restoration to the Witch God Realm.

Character Interactions

• Lin Chen interacts with the Great Elder, discussing the repair of the Nuwa Divine Stone and gaining her support.
• The Witch Clan elders show unity and loyalty by offering their life force to Lin Chen without hesitation.
• Liu Qingqing interacts with Lin Chen, supporting his decision and offering her life force to aid in the repair.