Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Hao Jiyong refuses to help Hao Jimeng with his gambling debt, leading to a heated argument between the brothers.
• Hao Jimeng, desperate and cornered, accuses Hao Jiyong of stealing precious medicinal herbs from Chaoyun Manor's warehouse to frame him.
• Song Ankang, Qiushi, and Jiang Yunhe visit the warehouse again, where Song Ankang feels an ominous presence, but finds nothing unusual.

Character Developments

• Hao Jiyong stands up to Hao Jimeng, finally severing their brotherly ties after years of tolerance.
• Hao Jimeng's desperation leads him to make false accusations and attempt to drag his family down with him.
• Song Ankang's intuition about danger is heightened during his visit to the warehouse.

Significant Themes

• The consequences of greed and desperation (Hao Jimeng's actions).
• The importance of standing up to wrongdoing (Hao Jiyong's decision).
• The presence of hidden threats and danger (Song Ankang's intuition at the warehouse).

Character Interactions

• Hao Jiyong and Hao Jimeng's heated argument leads to a final breakdown in their brotherly relationship.
• Song Ankang, Qiushi, and Jiang Yunhe discuss their observations about Hao Jimeng and the warehouse's strange atmosphere.
• Hao Jimeng's accusations against Hao Jiyong are met with disbelief and anger from the tenant farmers of Chaoyun Manor.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Song Ankang, with enhanced spiritual perception, senses an abnormality around Jiang Yunhe.
• Liu Yuanqing and others accuse Hao Jiyong of stealing Medicinal Herbs from the manor's storeroom.
• Song Ankang intervenes and orders the storeroom to be emptied to search for clues related to demonic activity.

Character Developments

• Song Ankang: Realizes he has fallen in love with Qiushi, his Little Concubine, and is determined to protect her.
• Liu Yuanqing: Shows desperation in catching the thief to avoid punishment from his family.
• Hao Jiyong: Maintains his innocence and refuses to confess despite pressure.

Significant Themes

• Love and relationships: Song Ankang's growing affection for Qiushi.
• Trust and loyalty: Hao Jiyong's refusal to confess despite potential consequences.
• Power dynamics: Liu Yuanqing's desperation to maintain his position as steward.

Character Interactions

• Song Ankang and Qiushi: Song Ankang's protective instincts towards Qiushi are evident.
• Song Ankang and Liu Yuanqing: Tension arises between them due to Liu Yuanqing's actions.
• Hao Jiyong and Song Ankang: Hao Jiyong expresses his gratitude and loyalty to Song Ankang.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Hao Jiyong, aware of the potential blame game, involves Song Ankang, the new manor lord, in the warehouse investigation to clear his name.
• Song Ankang, despite the risk, decides to help Hao Jiyong, suspecting a Demonic Beast's involvement due to faint traces on the Cunxi Grass.
• The warehouse is emptied to find clues, but no clear evidence of a Demonic Beast is initially found, causing doubts about Song Ankang's judgment.

Character Developments

• Hao Jiyong demonstrates loyalty and determination, willing to take risks to protect Song Ankang.
• Song Ankang shows courage and integrity, choosing to help Hao Jiyong despite the potential consequences.
• Liu Yuanqing, the former steward, is revealed to be untrustworthy and manipulative, secretly mocking Song Ankang's actions.

Significant Themes

• Loyalty and Trust: Hao Jiyong's unwavering loyalty to Song Ankang, and Song Ankang's trust in Hao Jiyong's judgment.
• Integrity and Courage: Song Ankang's decision to help Hao Jiyong, knowing the risks involved.
• Manipulation and Doubt: Liu Yuanqing's manipulation of the situation and the growing doubts about Song Ankang's actions.

Character Interactions

• Hao Jiyong and Song Ankang: Their bond deepens as Hao Jiyong reassures Song Ankang, and Song Ankang continues his investigation to clear Hao Jiyong's name.
• Liu Yuanqing and Song Ankang: Liu Yuanqing secretly mocks Song Ankang, while Song Ankang remains focused on finding the truth.
• Song Ankang and Jiang Yunhe: They work together to investigate the warehouse, with Jiang Yunhe showing support for Song Ankang's actions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Song Ankang, Qiushi, and Jiang Yunhe start investigating the stolen Medicinal Herbs by tapping the warehouse floor with hardwood sticks.
• Hao Jiyong's wife discovers a suspicious section of the floor, leading to the discovery of a hidden hole dug by a Demonic Beast.
• The Tenant Farmers apologize to Song Ankang and Hao Jiyong for wrongly accusing them.
• Jiang Yunhe identifies the Demonic Beast's aura and sets up an Earth Cage Talisman to capture it.
• The grain and Medicinal Herbs are returned to their original places to avoid alerting the Demonic Beast.
• Liu Yuanqing is removed from his position as warehouse manager, and Hao Jiyong takes over.

Character Developments

• Song Ankang: Proves his wisdom and capability by solving the case and saving the Tenant Farmers from a potential disaster.
• Hao Jiyong: Cleared of suspicion and gains the Tenant Farmers' respect and gratitude. He is appointed as the new warehouse manager.
• Liu Yuanqing: Loses his position due to his repeated mistakes and selfish actions. He accepts his demotion without further protest.
• Jiang Yunhe: Demonstrates his expertise by identifying the Demonic Beast's aura and setting up the Earth Cage Talisman.

Significant Themes

• Unity: The Human Race's unity is essential for survival in a world filled with foreign races, Demonic Creatures, and Ghosts.
• Wisdom and Capability: Song Ankang's ability to solve the case and make the right decisions earns him respect and trust.
• Responsibility and Accountability: Liu Yuanqing's actions have consequences, and he is held accountable for his mistakes.

Character Interactions

• Song Ankang and Jiang Yunhe work together to investigate the case and capture the Demonic Beast.
• The Tenant Farmers apologize to Song Ankang and Hao Jiyong for wrongly accusing them and express their gratitude for solving the case.
• Song Ankang removes Liu Yuanqing from his position and appoints Hao Jiyong as the new warehouse manager, showing his fairness and decisiveness.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The warehouse has been guarded to prevent the Demonic Beast from stealing more herbs, but it returns after several days, lured by hunger.
• The Demonic Beast is captured and revealed to be an Earth Badger Cub, a rare and valuable Fierce Beast with exceptional Talent and Aptitude.
• Song Ankang takes the Earth Badger Cub to the Training Room to tame it, but it surprises him by using an Innate Martial Skill, attacking his face.

Character Developments

• Song Ankang: Shows his knowledge of rare Demonic Beasts and his desire to tame the Earth Badger Cub for its potential.
• Earth Badger Cub: Reveals its extraordinary intelligence and strength, using an Innate Martial Skill to attack Song Ankang.

Significant Themes

• The value and potential of rare Demonic Beasts.
• The importance of knowledge and experience in recognizing rare creatures.
• The use of force and surprise in taming powerful Fierce Beasts.

Character Interactions

• Song Ankang interacts with Jiang Yunhe, Qiushi, and others, revealing his plan to tame the Earth Badger Cub but not disclosing its true value.
• The Earth Badger Cub interacts with Song Ankang, showing its intelligence and power by using an Innate Martial Skill to attack him.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Song Ankang, an Inner Refining First Layer martial artist, attempts to tame an Earth Badger Cub.
• The Earth Badger Cub surprises Song Ankang with its powerful innate attack.
• A fierce battle ensues between man and beast, with Song Ankang eventually subduing the Earth Badger Cub after 100 slaps.
• The Earth Badger Cub breaks through to Ninth-Rank Mid-Tier Fierce Beast during the fight, comparable to an Inner Refinement Realm martial artist.
• Song Ankang defeats the Earth Badger Cub again and gains its submission.

Character Developments

• Song Ankang: Realizes the danger and unpredictability of the Xuanhuang Continent, vowing to be more careful. Develops his combat experience and fighting techniques.
• Earth Badger Cub (Little Green Hair): Grows stronger and more resilient during the fight, eventually submitting to Song Ankang.

Significant Themes

• Power and Strength: Both characters exhibit and develop their strength, with Song Ankang's physical prowess and spiritual will ultimately subduing the Earth Badger Cub.
• Resilience and Persistence: The Earth Badger Cub demonstrates remarkable resilience, continuing to fight despite numerous defeats, and eventually breaking through to a higher level.
• Carefulness and Caution: Song Ankang learns the importance of being careful and cautious in this dangerous world.

Character Interactions

• Song Ankang vs. Earth Badger Cub: A fierce and prolonged battle ensues between the two, with each learning from and adapting to the other's strengths.
• Song Ankang and the Earth Badger Cub's submission: After being defeated again, the Earth Badger Cub submits to Song Ankang, becoming his pet beast.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Song Ankang tames an Earth Badger Cub, naming it 'Little Green Hair'.
• He brings Little Green Hair to Qiushi, who is initially frightened but accepts it after Song Ankang's reassurance.
• Song Ankang explains his injuries were from taming Little Green Hair and that they're minor.
• Qiushi prepares a meal of mountain boar meat for both Song Ankang and Little Green Hair.
• Song Ankang decides to break through to the Inner Refinement Second Layer that night.

Character Developments

• Song Ankang: Shows affection towards Qiushi, tames Little Green Hair, and decides to advance his cultivation.
• Qiushi: Develops feelings for Song Ankang, accepts Little Green Hair after initial fear, and takes care of Song Ankang's injuries and meals.
• Little Green Hair: Becomes loyal to Song Ankang after being fed, shows protective behavior towards him, and settles in the courtyard.

Significant Themes

• Love and affection between Song Ankang and Qiushi.
• Loyalty and bonding between Song Ankang and Little Green Hair.
• Cultivation and growth, both in martial arts and relationships.

Character Interactions

• Song Ankang and Qiushi: Their relationship deepens as they interact more, with Qiushi showing care and affection towards Song Ankang.
• Song Ankang and Little Green Hair: They form a bond after Song Ankang tames Little Green Hair, with the creature showing loyalty and protectiveness towards him.
• Qiushi and Little Green Hair: Initially frightened, Qiushi accepts Little Green Hair after Song Ankang's reassurance and even feeds it.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Song Ankang endures intense pain from using the Organ Injury Fist multiple times, but his injuries are healed, and his qi, blood, and five viscera are enhanced by the backlash.
• He faces a bottleneck while trying to temper his six bowels and uses the Seven Injuries Qi and Blood to break through it.
• After absorbing the backlash from four Organ Injury Fists, Song Ankang stabilizes at the Inner Refinement Second Layer (Organ Refining Realm).
• He throws three Viscera Injury Fists before passing out, aiming to receive more significant feedback from the Heavenly Book of Fate Defiance.

Character Developments

• Song Ankang's mental willpower and endurance have improved remarkably in a short time, allowing him to withstand the intense pain from his cultivation.
• His fear of death and determination to survive have driven his rapid progress.

Significant Themes

• The theme of perseverance and determination in the face of extreme pain and adversity is evident in Song Ankang's cultivation process.
• The concept of 'no pain, no gain' is emphasized, as Song Ankang's intense suffering leads to significant improvements in his cultivation.

Character Interactions

• There are no character interactions in this chapter, as Song Ankang is solely focused on his cultivation and personal growth.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Song Ankang successfully tempers his gallbladder using the Viscera Injury Fists and begins tempering his stomach.
• Jiang Yunhe visits and is surprised by Little Green Hair's taming, reporting it to Tang Yelan.
• Tang Yelan sends Ninth-grade Pills for Song Ankang's cultivation via a Tang Mansion guard.
• Song Ankang uses the Blood Replenishing Pills, enhancing his cultivation and tempering his organs at an accelerated pace.

Character Developments

• Song Ankang: Shows restraint in using demonic arts, understands the complementarity of the Seven Injuries Demonic Scripture's combat techniques and cultivation method, and appreciates Tang Yelan's concern.
• Tang Yelan: Demonstrates care for Song Ankang by sending him Ninth-grade Pills.
• Jiang Yunhe: Recognizes Song Ankang's capabilities and reports them to Tang Yelan.

Significant Themes

• The benefits and risks of using demonic arts and pills.
• The complementarity of different aspects of cultivation.
• The importance of restraint and balance in cultivation.

Character Interactions

• Song Ankang and Little Green Hair: Song Ankang slaps Little Green Hair off the table, showing his dominance over the beast.
• Song Ankang and Qiushi: They share a meal, with Qiushi expressing her concern for Song Ankang's well-being.
• Song Ankang and Tang Yelan (indirectly): Song Ankang feels closer to Tang Yelan after she sends him pills, appreciating her thoughtfulness.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wang Yuliang, Chaoyun Manor's steward, visits Song Ankang to discuss the severe drought and its impact on the manor's harvest and tenant farmers.
• Song Ankang agrees to Wang Yuliang's proposal to gather tree leaves and wild vegetables for the tenant farmers' survival.
• Song Ankang also decides to send manor guards to protect the tenant farmers while they gather resources outside the manor.

Character Developments

• Song Ankang demonstrates his wisdom and compassion as the Manor Lord by prioritizing the tenant farmers' well-being despite Wang Yuliang's previous disrespect.
• Wang Yuliang shows remorse for underestimating Song Ankang and acknowledges his mistake, vowing to improve his attitude.

Significant Themes

• Responsibility: Song Ankang takes responsibility for the well-being of his manor and its inhabitants, showing that he is a capable and caring leader.
• Trust and Respect: Wang Yuliang's initial underestimation of Song Ankang leads to a lack of trust, but Song Ankang's actions earn Wang Yuliang's respect and apology.

Character Interactions

• Song Ankang and Wang Yuliang: Despite Wang Yuliang's initial disrespect, Song Ankang shows understanding and forgiveness, leading to Wang Yuliang's apology and renewed commitment to his role.
• Song Ankang and Qiushi: Qiushi expresses her admiration for Song Ankang's wisdom and leadership, while Song Ankang shows affection towards her.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Song Ankang discovers a way to balance the benefits and drawbacks of the Seven Injuries Demonic Scripture, allowing him to cultivate rapidly.
• He visits Tongxin Town, where he's warmly welcomed by the townsfolk who express their gratitude for his recent heroic deed.
• Song Ankang meets Pang Huachun, the head shopkeeper of Huachun Hall, and discusses a potential business cooperation with Chaoyun Manor.

Character Developments

• Song Ankang: He becomes more confident in using the Seven Injuries Demonic Scripture's training method and shows initiative in seeking business opportunities.
• Pang Huachun: She demonstrates her business acumen and willingness to explore new partnerships.

Significant Themes

• Gratitude and kindness: The townsfolk's warm reception highlights the importance of these values in their society.
• Business and cooperation: The potential partnership between Chaoyun Manor and Huachun Hall explores the theme of mutual benefit and growth.

Character Interactions

• Song Ankang and the townsfolk: Their warm interaction showcases the respect and affection they have for him.
• Song Ankang and Pang Huachun: Their discussion about a potential business deal reveals their shared interest in growth and cooperation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Song Ankang proposes a modern assembly line-like method for deep processing of medicinal herbs to Pang Huachun of Huachun Hall.
• They negotiate a deal for Chaoyun Manor to supply processed herbs to Huachun Hall, benefiting both parties.
• Song Ankang purchases tools and a guide for medicinal herb processing from Huachun Hall.

Character Developments

• Song Ankang demonstrates unexpected business acumen and shrewdness, impressing Pang Huachun and his entourage.
• Qiushi and Jiang Yunhe gain a newfound respect for Song Ankang's business skills.
• Song Ankang remains focused on cultivation as his primary goal, despite his newfound business prowess.

Significant Themes

• Business acumen and negotiation skills.
• The importance of responsibility towards one's family and dependents.
• The value of cultivation and personal growth over material wealth.

Character Interactions

• Song Ankang and Pang Huachun engage in a heated, respectful negotiation, leading to a mutually beneficial agreement.
• Qiushi and Jiang Yunhe express admiration for Song Ankang's business skills and encourage him to help Tang Yelan with Tang's Trading Company.
• Song Ankang remains focused on his cultivation goals, despite the potential wealth that could come from his new business venture.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chaoyun Manor's tenant farmers are struggling due to a severe drought, barely gathering enough wild vegetation for survival.
• Song Ankang, the manor lord, returns with an agreement to process medicinal herbs for Huachun Hall, offering hope for the manor's survival.
• Song Ankang decides to teach ten dexterous tenant farmers the processing techniques, offering them a one-tenth share of the profits.

Character Developments

• Song Ankang: Shows kindness and generosity towards his tenant farmers, prioritizing their well-being and offering them a share of the profits.
• Wang Yuliang: Concerned about the financial risks but ultimately supports Song Ankang's decision.
• Hao Jiyong: Initially surprised by the high share offered to the tenant farmers, but later understands and supports the decision.

Significant Themes

• Kindness and benevolence: Song Ankang's actions towards his tenant farmers demonstrate his kindness and benevolence.
• Fairness and reward: Song Ankang believes in fair compensation for effort, encouraging tenant farmers to work harder.
• Hardship and resilience: The tenant farmers face severe hardship due to the drought but remain resilient.

Character Interactions

• Song Ankang interacts with Wang Yuliang and Hao Jiyong, discussing the agreement and the plan to teach tenant farmers the processing techniques.
• Wang Yuliang and Hao Jiyong discuss their concerns and ultimately support Song Ankang's decision.
• Song Ankang, Wang Yuliang, and Hao Jiyong discuss the share of profits for the tenant farmers, with Song Ankang offering a generous one-tenth share.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Song Ankang, confident in his mental prowess and knowledge, agrees to refine medicinal herbs for Huachun Hall.
• He selects ten young, attractive tenant farmers to train in medicinal herb processing, despite requesting nimble-fingered talents.
• Wang Yuliang and Hao Jiyong, aware of Song Ankang's status and character, choose prettier candidates to make the teaching process more pleasant.

Character Developments

• Song Ankang: Confident in his abilities, he decides to train others in medicinal herb processing to increase Chaoyun Manor's income. He shows no signs of impropriety despite the attractive candidates.
• Wang Yuliang and Hao Jiyong: They demonstrate understanding of Song Ankang's character and status, choosing attractive candidates to make his teaching experience more enjoyable.
• Qiushi: She trusts Song Ankang and shows no jealousy or concern about the attractive candidates, focusing instead on preparing a nourishing meal for him.

Significant Themes

• Trust and character: Song Ankang's trust in his abilities and Wang Yuliang and Hao Jiyong's trust in his character drive the plot.
• Appearance vs. ability: The candidates chosen for training are attractive but also talented, challenging the notion that one can judge a person's abilities by their appearance.

Character Interactions

• Song Ankang interacts with Wang Yuliang and Hao Jiyong, questioning their choice of candidates but ultimately trusting their judgment.
• Qiushi interacts with Song Ankang, showing her trust in him by focusing on his well-being rather than the attractive candidates.
• Song Ankang interacts with the ten young candidates, showing no impropriety despite their attractiveness.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Song Ankang discovers the Tenant Farmers are skilled and intelligent, contrary to his initial expectations.
• He begins teaching ten selected girls to deeply process Medicinal Herbs.
• In a few days, all ten girls master the processing of their respective herbs, producing the first batch of finished products.

Character Developments

• Song Ankang: Realizes his preconceived notions about the Tenant Farmers were wrong. He becomes more enthusiastic about teaching and is pleased with the girls' progress. He also improves his cultivation secretly.
• The Tenant Farmer Girls: Show exceptional aptitude and dedication in learning to process Medicinal Herbs. They are serious, focused, and hardworking.

Significant Themes

• Preconceived Notions: Song Ankang's initial assumptions about the Tenant Farmers are challenged and proven wrong.
• Hard Work and Dedication: The girls' diligence and commitment to learning lead to their rapid progress.
• Cultivation and Growth: Song Ankang's cultivation improves secretly, and he looks forward to using the workshop's profits to buy resources for faster advancement.

Character Interactions

• Song Ankang and the Tenant Farmer Girls: Song Ankang teaches and guides the girls, who respond with dedication and respect. They also gather around him during their free time.
• Song Ankang and Chen Fangshu: Song Ankang meets Chen Fangshu, the manager of Huachun Hall in Tongxin Town, and presents the first batch of processed herbs to her for inspection.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Song Ankang successfully processes medicinal herbs using a pseudo-assembly line model, surpassing the expectations of Shopkeeper Chen Fangshu from Huachun Hall.
• Chaoyun Manor sells the entire batch of processed herbs to Huachun Hall at a price three times higher than before.
• Tenant Farmers and their families wait anxiously for news, worried about the success of the venture and its impact on their survival.

Character Developments

• Song Ankang: Shows innovative thinking by applying a modified assembly-line model to medicinal herb processing, demonstrating his ability to adapt and find solutions under pressure.
• Chen Fangshu: Recognizes the potential of Song Ankang's method and expresses admiration for his approach.
• Tenant Farmers and their families: Display worry and skepticism about the new venture, highlighting their concern for their livelihoods and the uncertainty they face.

Significant Themes

• Innovation and adaptation: Song Ankang's application of a modern processing model to medicinal herbs, demonstrating the potential for change and improvement in traditional practices.
• Survival and livelihood: The focus on the Tenant Farmers' well-being and their struggle to ensure their families' survival, emphasizing the gravity of their situation.
• Trust and authority: The Tenant Farmers' reliance on Song Ankang's authority and reputation as the manor's lord, highlighting their faith in his leadership.

Character Interactions

• Song Ankang and Chen Fangshu: Their interaction shows mutual respect and understanding, with Chen Fangshu acknowledging Song Ankang's innovation and Song Ankang being humble about his achievements.
• Tenant Farmers and their families: The interactions among the Tenant Farmers and their families reveal their shared concern and anxiety about the new venture, emphasizing their collective fate and interdependence.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Song Ankang, the new lord of Chaoyun Manor, returns from Tongxin Town with good news.
• He announces that he has secured a stable source of income for the manor, ensuring they can overcome the current hardship.
• The tenant farmers and stewards welcome him enthusiastically, expressing their gratitude and relief.

Character Developments

• Song Ankang: Demonstrates his commitment to the well-being of his people, valuing their lives above his own interests. His actions solidify his position as a caring and capable leader.
• Tenant Farmers and Stewards: Their initial doubts about Song Ankang's abilities are dispelled, leading to increased trust and respect for him.

Significant Themes

• Responsibility and Leadership: Song Ankang's actions highlight the importance of a leader's responsibility towards their people, even in the face of personal risk.
• Trust and Loyalty: The tenant farmers' initial doubts and subsequent change of heart emphasize the importance of trust and loyalty in a leader-follower relationship.

Character Interactions

• Song Ankang and the Tenant Farmers: Their interaction showcases the positive impact of a leader's actions on their followers' morale and loyalty.
• Song Ankang and the Young Women Processors: Song Ankang's fair treatment and understanding of the young women processors lead to their deep respect and admiration for him.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The ten girl apprentices earn a profit-sharing bonus from Song Ankang, which surprises the tenant farmers.
• News of the processing workshop's benefits spreads, causing an uproar among the tenant farmers.
• Song Ankang announces he will recruit another thirty apprentices, leading to a rush of sign-ups.
• The first batch of apprentices begins teaching the second batch while continuing their own work.
• Song Ankang sends farmers to purchase more Medicinal Herbs to prevent shortages.
• Song Ankang prepares to break through to the Marrow Refining Realm using the Seven Injuries Demonic Scripture.

Character Developments

• The ten girl apprentices gain confidence and pride in their work, becoming role models for others.
• Song Ankang demonstrates generosity and fairness, winning the respect and admiration of the tenant farmers.
• The tenant farmers show unity, honesty, and a strong work ethic, despite facing hardships.

Significant Themes

• Unity and mutual support among the people of Chaoyun Manor.
• The importance of hard work and perseverance in the face of adversity.
• The benefits of fair and generous treatment of employees.

Character Interactions

• The ten girl apprentices interact positively with the tenant farmers, sharing their experiences and earnings.
• Song Ankang interacts with the tenant farmers, showing kindness and consideration, which fosters loyalty and respect.
• The first batch of apprentices interacts with the second batch, demonstrating a willingness to teach and help others.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Song Ankang's body, tempered by the Seven Injuries Demonic Scripture and Heavenly Book of Fate Defiance, allows him to break through bottlenecks and enter the Marrow Refining Realm.
• He gains immense strength, speed, and reaction time, becoming a formidable warrior in the Xia Kingdom.
• Song Ankang's overall strength is now comparable to Jiang Yunhe's, and he can withstand attacks from lower-ranked Ghost Spirits.
• Hao Jiyong brings Song Ankang a bundle of precious medicinal herbs, advanced as payment for his increased salary, to help him raise his strength quickly due to the manor's crisis.

Character Developments

• Song Ankang: Becomes a second-rate expert in the Xia Kingdom, with strength comparable to Jiang Yunhe. He also gains confidence in facing Jiang Yunhe in a life-and-death battle.
• Hao Jiyong: Demonstrates courage, strategy, and quick thinking by advancing Song Ankang's salary and providing medicinal herbs, showing his loyalty and resourcefulness.

Significant Themes

• The importance of resources and time in cultivation progress.
• Repaying kindness: Hao Jiyong's actions show gratitude for Song Ankang saving him, while Song Ankang acknowledges Hao Jiyong's efforts and promises a better position in the future.

Character Interactions

• Song Ankang and Hao Jiyong: Their interaction highlights their growing trust and mutual respect, with Hao Jiyong showing initiative in helping Song Ankang, and Song Ankang recognizing Hao Jiyong's potential and loyalty.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Song Ankang receives a large batch of precious medicinal herbs from Hao Jiyong, easing his worries.
• Chaoyun Manor's medicinal herb processing business flourishes, and they start preparing for future expansion.
• Song Ankang hires many Tenant Farmers into the processing workshop, improving their lives and morale.
• Outside Chaoyun Manor, villages face severe drought and potential war with the Angel Race and Merfolk Race, causing panic and unease.

Character Developments

• Song Ankang: Focuses on cultivation and business growth, shows generosity and care towards his Tenant Farmers, earning their respect and gratitude.
• Wang Yuliang: Proves to be an effective manager, helping grow the processing workshop's business.
• Tenant Farmers: Become more hopeful and diligent, grateful to Song Ankang for improving their lives.

Significant Themes

• Wealth and Prosperity: The processing workshop's success brings wealth and better living conditions to Chaoyun Manor.
• Drought and War: The severe drought and impending war cause fear and unease outside Chaoyun Manor.
• Responsibility and Care: Song Ankang's responsibility towards his Tenant Farmers and their reciprocal care for him.

Character Interactions

• Song Ankang and Wang Yuliang: Work together to grow the processing workshop, with Wang Yuliang managing the business while Song Ankang teaches apprentices.
• Song Ankang and the Tenant Farmers: Their relationship improves as Song Ankang provides them with better livelihoods, and they, in turn, become more devoted and grateful to him.
• Villagers outside Chaoyun Manor: They share their fears and concerns about the drought and potential war, contrasting with the relative prosperity within Chaoyun Manor.