Ch. 141Duobao's Defection, Tongtian Loses the Four Swords
Key Plot Points and Events
- Duobao Daoist, sensing Lord Tongtian's awareness, decides to defect with his loyal followers, using a secret treasure provided by Jieyin to break through the Myriad Immortals Formation.
- Lord Tongtian, enraged by Duobao's betrayal, activates the Zhu Xian Sword Formation to capture them, but Jieyin and Zhunti intervene to protect Duobao.
- Lord Tongtian, despite the intervention, is on the verge of defeating Jieyin and Zhunti when Demon Ancestor Luohu appears, reclaiming the Four Swords of Zhu Xian and severely injuring Tongtian.
- Li Cha, appearing as a green silhouette, prevents further attacks on Tongtian and allows Jieyin and Zhunti to retreat.
- Lord Tongtian, after the battle, decides to abandon the Way of Formations and focus solely on the sword path, advancing his cultivation.
Character Developments
- Duobao Daoist: Becomes a traitor, leading his followers to defect from the Intercepting Sect.
- Lord Tongtian: Loses the Four Swords of Zhu Xian, suffers severe injuries, and decides to abandon the Way of Formations, focusing on the sword path.
- Jieyin and Zhunti: Intervene to protect Duobao but are ultimately forced to retreat by Luohu's appearance.
- Demon Ancestor Luohu: Reclaims the Four Swords of Zhu Xian, showing his superiority over Lord Tongtian.
- Li Cha: Appears to protect Lord Tongtian and prevent further bloodshed.
Significant Themes
- Betrayal and its consequences (Duobao's defection and Lord Tongtian's reaction)
- The power dynamics between Saints and the consequences of their actions (the battle between Tongtian, Jieyin, Zhunti, and Luohu)
- The importance of one's path and focus (Lord Tongtian's decision to abandon the Way of Formations)
Character Interactions
- Duobao Daoist and Lord Tongtian: Master-disciple relationship turns hostile due to Duobao's defection.
- Lord Tongtian, Jieyin, and Zhunti: Enemies in the battle, with Tongtian initially having the upper hand but ultimately being forced to retreat.
- Lord Tongtian and Demon Ancestor Luohu: Their power struggle results in Luohu reclaiming the Four Swords of Zhu Xian and Tongtian's severe injury.
- Li Cha and Lord Tongtian: Li Cha protects Tongtian from further attacks, showing a level of respect or debt.