Ch. 21The Moon Sect Lord's Scientific Reasoning
Key plot points and events
- The group reacts to a photo of Lin Jiu wielding the Demon Subduing Sword. Its blood-red glow and murderous aura make him look like a demonic practitioner, though the sword is meant to vanquish demons.
- Bai Yu explains privately that he adjusted every Sixteenth Tier treasure he sent so the recipients could control them. Without his help, the treasures’ power would have overwhelmed their owners. As a result, the group members now all possess power at roughly the same level, making conversation much more relaxed.
- Lin Jiu proudly shows off his sword and declares his intent to sweep demons from the world. The Lord of the Moon Sect shares a picture of himself with the Celestial Tome, a book that can record and command the truths of heaven and earth, and jokes that it suits his preference for reasoning.
- The group teases the Lord of the Moon Sect about his scientific arguments and his habit of being beaten up by people who reject them. Chonglou discusses his Chaotic Hatred Blade, which can split space and sever time but cannot enable time travel. The group jokes about eventually visiting one another’s worlds and attacking the Jade Emperor.
- The conversation turns serious when Yang Jian asks whether he should amend the Heavenly Edicts. He can rescue his sister, but he is uncertain whether changing the laws governing Immortals’ relationships would be right.
Character developments and interactions
- Bai Yu remains a quiet observer, content that his adjustments have made the group’s treasures usable and helped close the power gap between members.
- Lin Jiu is delighted with his sword and eager to use it against demons, despite its intimidating appearance.
- The Lord of the Moon Sect presents himself as a calm, rational man who prefers science and discussion, but joins in the group’s self-deprecating humor.
- Chonglou banters with the others and expresses interest in meeting them, while noting that his powerful weapon cannot cross time.
- Yang Jian shifts from joking along to seriously weighing the consequences of altering divine law. Crown Prince Changqin suggests a balanced policy: allow Immortal relationships, but regulate them to prevent harm to the Three Realms.
Significant themes
- Power and responsibility: The treasures grant immense strength, but Bai Yu’s adjustments are necessary to keep that power from destroying its wielders.
- Equality and camaraderie: With the group members now closer in strength, they speak more freely and interact as peers.
- Reason, force, and humor: The Lord of the Moon Sect’s preference for argument contrasts with the group’s combat-minded jokes, while teasing helps build fellowship.
- Law, love, and consequences: Yang Jian’s question raises the tension between personal freedom and maintaining order across the Three Realms.