Chapter Summaries

Plot Points and Events

• The story takes place in Five Void Ravine, where eight Star Continents have drifted, each wrapped in a barrier and carrying Mechanical Heavy Weapons.
• Marshal Yingyou of the Ningta Divine Kingdom observes the transformation of the Desolate Territory into a spiritual territory, which he knows is due to Zhao Xing's Dao Attainment.
• The Ningta Divine Kingdom is preparing for war against Zhao Xing, but many Earthly Advantage Faction Agricultural Officials are resisting due to their opposition to the war.
• Old Man Shu Ji, a Ten Aspects God and Historian, uses his abilities to cause chaos on Guangyuan Star Continent, turning the War Base into a mess.
• The Zuming Dao Master learns of Old Man Shu Ji's involvement and decides to send someone to deal with him, offering support to the Ningta Divine Kingdom, Seven Domains Heavenly Steeds, and Wuxin Divine City.

Character Developments

• Marshal Yingyou is concerned about the transformation of the Desolate Territory and the difficulty of the upcoming battle.
• Old Man Shu Ji demonstrates his powerful abilities as a Ten Aspects God and Historian, causing chaos on Guangyuan Star Continent.
• The Zuming Dao Master shows his willingness to intervene directly in the conflict, offering support to the three factions against Zhao Xing.

Significant Themes

• The power of the Ten Aspects Gods and their methods.
• The resistance and passivity of the Earthly Advantage Faction Agricultural Officials in the Ningta Divine Kingdom.
• The manipulation of fate and history by Historians and Fate Masters.

Character Interactions

• Marshal Yingyou and his deputy, Suxiu, discuss the war preparations and the lack of capable Agricultural Officials.
• Old Man Shu Ji interacts with Zhao Xing, Du Yun, Qing Yuzi, Huang Li, and the Shuiyue Dragon God King, demonstrating his abilities and explaining his methods.
• The Zuming Dao Master interacts with Bo Han, the leader of the True History Faction, offering a deal to hand over Old Man Shu Ji in exchange for not pursuing the matter of Bowei.

Chapter Summary: “Dragon Profound Ascends, War Begins!”

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhao Xing brings Great Zhou’s dragons and officials from the Desolate Territory Era to the Demon God Era to meet the Dragon Ancestor. Yin Xiu, Great Zhou’s only Dragon God, is especially nervous about meeting the legendary ancestor.
• Ji Che uses fortune-advancing techniques to strengthen Yin Xiu’s presence and fortune before the journey. Zhao Xing reassures him that the Dragon Ancestor values character and potential, not merely cultivation.
• As they approach the Dragon Ancestor Divine Temple, Great Zhou’s dragons revert to their dragon forms. Compared with the massive Sunset Dragon Race, they appear frail and underdeveloped, though their hardship has given them strong wills.
• Ji Che expresses admiration for the powerful fortune-based dynasties and Dao Courts in the Demon God Era, hinting at his ambition to replace or surpass them. Zhao Xing encourages him, declaring that Great Zhou may one day control the entire starry sky.
• At the Divine Temple, Sunset Dragon Race members mock Great Zhou’s physically weak dragons. The Nine Great Dragon Gods receive them, and Black Dragon Zi recognizes that although they are weak, they possess admirable spirits and resilience.
• Shuiyue Dragon God is deeply moved by the condition of the Great Zhou dragons and offers to nurture them in her Water Moon Palace. Her Dragon Spring can strengthen their bodies and correct their innate deficiencies.
• The Dragon Ancestor personally summons Yin Xiu and the other dragons into the Ancestral Dragon Hall. Zhao Xing is left outside, impressed by the Dragon Ancestor’s overwhelming power.
• Black Dragon Zi explains that the Sunset Dragon Race cannot directly assist Zhao Xing in external wars because of the Yu Emperor’s restrictions. However, the Reclusive Dragon Race—mixed-blood descendants who still identify as dragons—will support him.
• Zhao Xing returns to the Dragon Profound Continent with Great Zhou’s officials. He presents Old Man Shu Ji to Ji Si, allowing her to learn the knowledge of one of the Ten Aspects Gods under the supervision of her artifact spirit, Hemp Robe Divine Physiognomy.
• Bo Han, leader of the True History Faction, attempts to trade a divine treasure for Old Man Shu Ji. Zhao Xing refuses, arguing that Shu Ji is an invaluable ally rather than a liability. Bo Han warns him that another Ten Aspects God has emerged and that Xi Heaven Divine King and Hundred Abysses Divine King may soon target him.
• Zhao Xing deduces that these powerful figures are likely interested in the Ten Directions Mountain Scripture and accepts that conflict is inevitable.
• Dragon Wilderness Reclamation reaches its second stage. A massive city rises in Dragon Profound Great Weight, supported by nine pillars of light. If the city remains stable for three sun years, it will become an Independent Space-Time Territory, freed from the River of Time and many karmic restrictions.
• As the ascension process begins, several factions declare Zhao Xing an Evil God and openly attack him. Their legions launch long-range strikes against Dragon Profound Great Weight from outside Five Void Ravine.

Character Developments

• Zhao Xing demonstrates growing confidence as a leader. He refuses to surrender Old Man Shu Ji, calmly resists Bo Han’s pressure, and accepts the coming war without hesitation.
• Yin Xiu begins as an anxious and insecure Dragon God but gains dignity from Zhao Xing’s support and the Dragon Ancestor’s recognition. His presence suggests that Great Zhou’s dragons possess more potential than their weak physiques imply.
• Ji Che remains ambitious and politically gifted. Rather than becoming complacent after Great Zhou’s rise, he seeks to challenge the powerful Dao Courts and expand Great Zhou’s influence.
• Shuiyue Dragon God reveals a compassionate, maternal personality. She is distressed by the poor condition of Great Zhou’s dragons and immediately offers to care for and strengthen them.
• Black Dragon Zi acts as both guardian and evaluator. He acknowledges the dragons’ spirit while making clear that Zhao Xing must prove his ability to use the aid offered by the Reclusive Dragon Race.
• Ji Si gains access to Old Man Shu Ji’s immense knowledge, potentially strengthening her strategic and agricultural abilities.
• Bo Han shifts from negotiation to warning. Though he avoids directly confronting Zhao Xing because of the Dragon Ancestor’s presence, he makes clear that Zhao Xing’s enemies are multiplying.

Significant Themes

• Strength versus potential: Great Zhou’s dragons are physically inferior to the Sunset Dragon Race, yet their resilience and fighting spirit earn respect.
• Leadership and qualification: The Reclusive Dragon Race’s assistance is not unconditional; Zhao Xing must win their loyalty and prove that he can command powerful, independent allies.
• Ambition and expansion: Ji Che and Zhao Xing both envision Great Zhou becoming a dominant force rather than remaining satisfied with safety.
• Kinship and responsibility: The Sunset Dragon Race recognizes its connection to the disadvantaged dragons of Great Zhou, with Shuiyue’s response emphasizing care for distant descendants.
• Inevitable conflict: Powerful factions are converging around Zhao Xing, and the completion of Dragon Profound City immediately triggers open warfare.
• Rise of a new power: The creation of an Independent Space-Time Territory symbolizes Great Zhou’s transformation from a regional faction into an emerging major force.

Important Character Interactions

• Zhao Xing and Yin Xiu: Zhao Xing comforts Yin Xiu and boosts his confidence before the meeting with the Dragon Ancestor.
• Zhao Xing and Ji Che: The two brothers discuss Great Zhou’s future. Zhao Xing validates Ji Che’s ambition to surpass existing Dao Courts.
• Zhao Xing and Black Dragon Zi: Black Dragon Zi explains the Dragon Race’s political limitations and offers indirect military support through the Reclusive Dragon Race.
• Shuiyue and the Great Zhou dragons: Shuiyue reacts emotionally to their poor condition and promises to heal and nurture them.
• Ji Si and Old Man Shu Ji: Shu Ji is placed under Ji Si’s authority as a teacher, while his former rival, Hemp Robe Divine Physiognomy, remains involved through Ji Si’s body.
• Zhao Xing and Bo Han: Their negotiation becomes a test of resolve. Zhao Xing refuses to surrender Shu Ji and subtly warns Bo Han that the True History Faction is not the only power capable of opposing him.
• Zhao Xing and the approaching enemies: Though warned of multiple Ten Aspects Gods and divine kings, Zhao Xing remains composed and treats the coming confrontation as an unavoidable part of Great Zhou’s rise.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Ningta Divine Kingdom and Wuxin Divine City launch simultaneous attacks on Dragon Profound City using Nirvana Divine Towers and the Blood Cause Technique.
• The Reclusive Dragon Race arrives, led by Wei Ling, Ying Lan, and Qing Lin, and engages with Seven Regions Heavenly Mountain.
• Na Yi Gu, a dragon general, attacks Zhao Xing, revealing that the enemy has infiltrated the Reclusive Dragon Race with divine physiognomist spells.
• Several powerful God Kings, including Xi Heaven, Hundred Abysses, Yu Chu, and Bing Ning, set out to intercept Zhao Xing.

Character Developments

• Zhao Xing remains determined to protect Dragon Profound City and is aware of the gravity of the situation.
• Ji Si uses his divine physiognomist skills to counter the enemy's infiltration among the Reclusive Dragon Race.
• Wu Xin Divine Physiognomy, the enemy mastermind, decides to continue his plan despite Ji Si's interference.
• Several God Kings, driven by various motivations, join the pursuit of Zhao Xing.

Significant Themes

• The power of divine physiognomy and its ability to manipulate and control others.
• The strategic importance of Dragon Profound City and the consequences of its fall.
• The motivations and actions of different factions and God Kings in the battle.

Character Interactions

• Zhao Xing interacts with Na Yi Gu, leading to a realization about the enemy's infiltration.
• Ji Si communicates with his master and Old Man Shu Ji, coordinating their response to the enemy's divine physiognomist.
• Several God Kings set out to intercept Zhao Xing, leading to potential confrontations and alliances.

Key Plot Points and Events

+ Zhao Xing encounters three God Kings (Bing Ning, Hundred Abysses, and Wu Xin) while trying to reach Water Moon Star Pass.
+ He kills Bing Ning Divine King using the Nine Origin Divine Thunder.
+ Hundred Abysses Divine King appears, makes one move (a lightning technique), and leaves after Zhao Xing withstands it.
+ Wu Xin Divine King uses his Music Skills to prevent Zhao Xing from escaping.

Character Developments

+ Zhao Xing demonstrates his strength and resilience by withstanding attacks from powerful God Kings.
+ Wu Xin Divine King reveals his proficiency in both music and martial arts.

Significant Themes

+ The power of fate and destiny, as manipulated by Divine Physiognomists.
+ The struggle against overwhelming odds and the search for a way out.

Character Interactions

+ Zhao Xing interacts with three God Kings, each with different intentions and strengths.
+ Wu Xin Divine King engages Zhao Xing in a battle of wills using his Music Skills.
+ Zhao Xing communicates with the Time Divine Tree, now in the form of a young girl.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The narrator wakes up with improved eyesight but still suffers from cervical spondylosis and a headache, making it difficult to write.
• Due to his physical discomfort, he decides to take a day off from work.

Character Developments

• The narrator shows resilience in dealing with his health issues, demonstrating a willingness to prioritize his well-being.

Significant Themes

• Health and Well-being: The narrator's decision to take a day off highlights the importance of self-care and prioritizing one's health.

Character Interactions

• There are no character interactions in this chapter, as the narrator makes his decision independently.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhao Xing obtains information about the Time Divine Tree's evolution and abilities.
• Wu Xin Divine King is defeated by the Time Divine Tree's Innate Divine Skill, Time Reversal.
• Xi Heaven Divine King traps Zhao Xing using seven Sacrifice Divine Tablets and offers him a choice to submit or die.
• Ji Si arranges the outcomes of various battles in Dragon Profound Territory using his divine divination.

Character Developments

• The Time Divine Tree, now named Xiao Ai, evolves to the God King level and gains four powerful Innate Divine Skills.
• Zhao Xing's fortune levels drop to the first rank, indicating severe danger.
• Wu Xin Divine Physiognomy prepares to leave for Xi Heaven Divine City in the Luo Emperor Era.
• Ji Si uses his divine divination to determine the outcomes of various battles, causing Old Man Shu Ji to lose lifespan due to the resulting causality.

Significant Themes

• The power of fate and destiny, and the consequences of manipulating them.
• The struggle for power and resources among the gods and their factions.
• The importance of adaptability and resourcefulness in the face of adversity.

Character Interactions

• Zhao Xing interacts with General Hua Li, who has been caring for the Time Divine Tree and helping him with auxiliary secret arts.
• Wu Xin Divine Physiognomy interacts with Ji Si through the Fate Decree Book, arranging the outcomes of the war and setting up a trap for Zhao Xing.
• Ji Si interacts with Old Man Shu Ji and Hemp Robe Divine Physiognomy, using his divine divination to determine the outcomes of various battles and causing Old Man Shu Ji to lose lifespan due to the resulting causality.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhao Xing attains Dao through Nether Ancient Mountain, summoning its power across Five Void Ravine.
• General Longhai and Master Difu, leaders of the Agricultural Officials, defect to Dragon Profound City, causing the Ningta military formation to collapse.
• Xi Heaven Divine King attacks Zhao Xing with his Seven Divine Tablets, but Zhao Xing withstands the assault with the aid of Nether Ancient Mountain's power.
• Ming and Huang Li move the Sunset Desolate Territory's Boundary Marker to protect Zhao Xing, allowing him to escape Xi Heaven Divine King's domain.
• Black Dragon Zi appears and destroys Xi Heaven Divine King's Seven Divine Tablets, forcing him to retreat.

Character Developments

• Zhao Xing: Attains Dao through Nether Ancient Mountain, demonstrating his power and resilience against Xi Heaven Divine King.
• Xi Heaven Divine King: Shows his might but ultimately retreats when faced with the combined power of Zhao Xing, Ming, Huang Li, and Black Dragon Zi.
• General Longhai and Master Difu: Defect to Dragon Profound City, showing their loyalty to Zhao Xing and their disapproval of Ningta Ruler's actions.
• Black Dragon Zi: Reveals his power and protects Zhao Xing, demonstrating his loyalty and strength.

Significant Themes

• The power of Dao attainment and its impact on the battlefield.
• Loyalty and betrayal, as seen in the defection of the Agricultural Officials and the retreat of Xi Heaven Divine King.
• The importance of unity and cooperation among allies, as demonstrated by the combined efforts of Zhao Xing, Ming, Huang Li, and Black Dragon Zi.

Character Interactions

• Zhao Xing and Xi Heaven Divine King: Engage in a battle of wills and power, with Zhao Xing ultimately prevailing.
• Zhao Xing and the Agricultural Officials: General Longhai and Master Difu defect to Zhao Xing, showing their support and loyalty.
• Zhao Xing, Ming, Huang Li, and Black Dragon Zi: Work together to protect Zhao Xing and drive back Xi Heaven Divine King.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhao Xing successfully attains the Nether Ancient Mountain, gaining a second Dao attainment and enhancing his power significantly.
• The Boundless Divine King acknowledges Zhao Xing's achievement but decides not to interfere.
• Zuming Dao Master curses those who failed him, influencing their karmic fates and divine concealment.
• Wu Xin Divine Physiognomy discovers that his divination was incorrect and changes his plans.
• Black Dragon Zi returns to the Dragon Race, instructing Zhao Xing to focus on cultivation.
• Zhao Xing receives surrendering forces and accepts them into Great Zhou, with the help of the Reclusive Dragon Races.
• The Ningta Divine King panics and orders his people to flee, while a branch of the Royal Family escapes using an interdomain flying vessel.

Character Developments

• Zhao Xing: Attains the Nether Ancient Mountain, gains Dao Followers, and accepts surrendering forces into Great Zhou.
• Zuming Dao Master: Curses those who displeased him, influencing their karmic fates and divine concealment.
• Wu Xin Divine Physiognomy: Discovers his divination was incorrect and changes his plans.
• Black Dragon Zi: Returns to the Dragon Race and instructs Zhao Xing to focus on cultivation.
• Ningta Divine King: Panics and orders his people to flee as the Divine Kingdom faces destruction.
• Bai Han Venerable: Escapes using an interdomain flying vessel, leaving behind his teacher and the Divine Kingdom.

Significant Themes

• The consequences of failure and displeasing powerful figures, as seen in Zuming Dao Master's curses.
• The importance of accurate divination and its limitations, demonstrated by Wu Xin Divine Physiognomy's incorrect predictions.
• The power dynamics between rulers and their subjects, shown in the Ningta Divine King's orders to flee and the escape of the Royal Family branch.
• The benefits and responsibilities of becoming a Dao Follower, as experienced by Zhao Xing's new followers.

Character Interactions

• Zhao Xing interacts with his new Dao Followers, accepting their oaths and gaining their support.
• The Ningta Divine King interacts with his people, ordering them to flee as the Divine Kingdom faces destruction.
• Bai Han Venerable interacts with his teacher, who helps him escape using an interdomain flying vessel.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Dragon Profound City's three-year ascent ends successfully, and thirteen factions send envoys to establish friendly relations.
• Zhao Xing learns about the seventeen Dao Masters of the Yu Emperor Era and the current situation of the Nine Heavens and Ten Lands.
• Zhao Xing decides to visit the Shuangchun Era to find Wu Sangong and the Karmic Willow, and also plans to go to the Calamity Age to verify Bowei's Dao.
• Zhao Xing meets with Black Dragon Zi and enters the Supreme Dragon Transformation Pool to awaken his Dragon Race talents.

Character Developments

• Zhao Xing: He continues to learn about the history and current state of the Nine Heavens and Ten Lands, and makes plans for future travels and cultivation.
• Qing Yuzi: He has forgotten about the Karmic Willow and Wu Sangong, but agrees to help Zhao Xing find them if they pass through the Shuangchun Era on their way to the Calamity Age.
• Black Dragon Zi: He reveals that the Supreme Dragon Transformation Pool was prepared by Dragon Ancestor and has only been used three times in history. He guides Zhao Xing into the pool and warns him about the dangers.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics and history of the Nine Heavens and Ten Lands, particularly the role of Dao Masters and God Kings.
• The importance of cultivation and self-improvement, as Zhao Xing prepares to awaken his Dragon Race talents and plans future travels to strengthen his divine body.

Character Interactions

• Zhao Xing and Qing Yuzi: They discuss their plans to find the Karmic Willow and Wu Sangong, and Zhao Xing shows Qing Yuzi the conversation they had about it in the past.
• Zhao Xing and Black Dragon Zi: They meet at the Black Dragon Divine Temple, and Black Dragon Zi explains the Supreme Dragon Transformation Pool to Zhao Xing before guiding him into it.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhao Xing faces a crisis in the Dragon Transformation Pool due to Gu Xiao's interference, but the Dragon Ancestor intervenes and saves him.
• Zhao Xing awakens the Innate Divine Skill 'Heaven River Crossing' from the Dragon Ancestor.
• Zhao Xing tests his new skill by fighting the Heaven River Marshal in the Heaven River, demonstrating his strength and ability to withstand the Heaven River's power.
• Zhao Xing concludes that Ten Directions Mountain will appear in the Third Era of the Desolate Territory, during the Middle Yang Season.

Character Developments

• Zhao Xing gains a new Innate Divine Skill, 'Heaven River Crossing,' which allows him to travel through time and cross the Heaven River.
• The Heaven River Marshal, despite his power, cannot defeat Zhao Xing, highlighting Zhao Xing's growth and strength.
• The Dragon Ancestor saves Zhao Xing from a dire situation, showing his power and willingness to protect his descendants.

Significant Themes

• The struggle against Gu Xiao's blockade over the Great Dao of Time and the difficulty of becoming a God King while cultivating the three origins.
• The power of the Heaven River Marshal and the divine office he holds, which enhances his combat power but also restricts him.
• The appearance of Ten Directions Mountain, which holds significance for Zhao Xing's journey and goals.

Character Interactions

• Zhao Xing interacts with the Heaven River Marshal, testing his new skill and demonstrating his strength.
• The Dragon Ancestor saves Zhao Xing from danger, showing his care and protection towards his descendant.
• Zhao Xing's Divine Essence Incarnation merges with his true body, allowing him to review his battles and perfect his skills.

Key Plot Points

• Zhao Xing plans to hold a Ten Directions Assembly to invite factions to share in the benefits of Ten Directions Mountain's emergence.
• Ji Si reveals the ten great supreme treasures of fate masters to Zhao Xing.
• Zhao Xing, Ji Si, Qing Yuzi, Du Yun, and Lu Ming discuss Zhao Xing's ambition to become a Divine Emperor by restoring the Desolate Territory Era.

Character Developments

• Zhao Xing: Reveals his ambition to become a Divine Emperor by restoring the Desolate Territory Era.
• Ji Si: Shows respect for Zhao Xing, considering him an ally rather than an outsider.
• Qing Yuzi: Understands the past and future factions' conflict over preventing a Spiritual Energy Revival in the Desolate Territory Era.
• Du Yun: Hesitates to register with Great Zhou due to his existing sect affiliation at Origin Heavenly Palace.
• Lu Ming: Guesses Zhao Xing's intentions and provides insights into the Desolate Territory Era's history.

Significant Themes

• Ambition and power: Zhao Xing's desire to become a Divine Emperor drives the plot forward.
• The past and future factions' conflict: The struggle between the past and future factions is revealed to be over preventing a Spiritual Energy Revival.
• Resources and territory: The importance of resources and territory in the Desolate Territory Era is emphasized, with Zhao Xing planning to restore the Desolate Territory Era through reclaiming territory and seizing resources.

Character Interactions

• Zhao Xing and Ji Si: They discuss the Ten Directions Assembly and Ji Si's sect rules.
• Zhao Xing, Qing Yuzi, Du Yun, and Lu Ming: They discuss Zhao Xing's ambition to become a Divine Emperor and the history of the Desolate Territory Era.
• Qing Yuzi and Du Yun: Qing Yuzi explains the past and future factions' conflict to Du Yun, who is initially puzzled.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhao Xing visits the Dragon Ancestor before his journey, leaving a Dragon Language edition of the Ten Directions Mountain Scripture.
• He summons the Carefree Sword Master, Zhan Ming, for protection during his journey.
• Zhao Xing's journey through space-time is meant to display his military strength and deter petty scoundrels.
• Bowei, Cang Xi Divine King, Night Sea Divine King, and others join Zhao Xing's journey, each bringing a Fate Master along.
• Zuming Dao Master orders the closure of time transfer checkpoints to hinder Zhao Xing's progress.
• At the Scarlet Snow Era checkpoint, Yu Ze Divine King feigns illness to avoid confronting Zhao Xing.

Character Developments

• Zhao Xing: He continues to display his confidence and strength, inviting powerful allies to join him and summoning the Carefree Sword Master for protection.
• Bowei: He expresses his desire to unify the Void History and True History factions and drive all gods into the Desolate Territory Era.
• Zuming Dao Master: He seeks to hinder Zhao Xing's progress without directly confronting him, ordering the closure of time transfer checkpoints.
• Yu Ze Divine King: He feigns illness to avoid confronting Zhao Xing, demonstrating his unwillingness to offend Zuming Dao Master but also his desire to avoid a direct clash with Zhao Xing.

Significant Themes

• Power and Influence: Zhao Xing's journey displays his growing influence and power, as he invites powerful allies and summons the Carefree Sword Master for protection.
• Alliances and Factions: The journey highlights the importance of alliances and factions, with Bowei expressing his desire to unify the Void History and True History factions and Zhao Xing inviting allies to join him.
• Avoidance and Indirect Confrontation: Zuming Dao Master's actions and Yu Ze Divine King's feigned illness demonstrate the use of indirect methods to avoid direct confrontations, highlighting the complex political landscape of the Nine Heavens and Ten Lands.

Character Interactions

• Zhao Xing interacts with the Dragon Ancestor, leaving behind a copy of the Ten Directions Mountain Scripture in Dragon Language.
• He summons the Carefree Sword Master, Zhan Ming, for protection during his journey.
• Zhao Xing invites powerful allies, including Bowei, Cang Xi Divine King, Night Sea Divine King, and others, each bringing a Fate Master along.
• Zuming Dao Master interacts with Yu Ze Divine King through an envoy, ordering the closure of time transfer checkpoints to hinder Zhao Xing's progress.
• Yu Ze Divine King feigns illness to avoid confronting Zhao Xing, interacting with the envoy and his Fate Master, Li Qing, to ensure Zhao Xing's safe passage.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Yu Ze Divine King at Scarlet Snow Pass goes berserk to avoid confrontation with Zhao Xing.
• Zhao Xing's group passes through Scarlet Snow Pass and Dao Turmoil Pass without resistance.
• At Fallen Feather Era, Qi Yan Divine King, a high-level God King, attacks the Ark of Space-Time, destroying its phantom.
• Zhao Xing plans to lure Qi Yan Divine King out of seclusion, kill him, and prove his Dao in the Fallen Feather Era.

Character Developments

• Yu Ze Divine King shows tactical wisdom by going berserk to avoid Zhao Xing.
• Zhao Xing demonstrates confidence in his abilities and plans to challenge Qi Yan Divine King.
• Ji Si uses her fate master skills to analyze Qi Yan Divine King's strength and create a plan to lure him out.
• Liu Tianning reveals his Straw Man Universe Theory and the evolution of his straw men.

Significant Themes

• The power of fate masters and their ability to influence events.
• The strategic use of illness to avoid conflict.
• The importance of seizing opportunities to prove one's Dao.
• The potential consequences of defying Heavenly Wrath and Human Resentment.

Character Interactions

• Zhao Xing and Ji Si work together to plan against Qi Yan Divine King.
• Zhao Xing consults with Bowei about Mo Yi Dao Master's interest in him.
• Zhao Xing and Liu Tianning discuss the Straw Man Universe Theory.
• Ji Si and Hemp Robe Divine Physiognomy argue about Ji Si's schemes.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Qi Yan Divine King and Zhao Xing engage in a battle outside Feather Fall Pass.
• Zhao Xing uses Ji Si's Void History Rivers technique, which Qi Yan counters with his Chaos Opening Heaven Sword Array.
• The battle enters a Soul Void Transmission Realm, where Zhao Xing and Qi Yan swap bodies and are reduced to the Source Origin Realm.

Character Developments

• Zhao Xing: Demonstrates his strategic thinking and adaptability by using Ji Si's technique and entering the Transmission Realm.
• Qi Yan Divine King: Shows his power and adaptability by countering Ji Si's technique and adjusting to the Transmission Realm.
• Ji Si: Proves her genius by creating a unique Transmission Realm that favors Zhao Xing.

Significant Themes

• Adaptability and strategic thinking in battle.
• The power of fate and history manipulation.
• The importance of one's foundation and starting point in cultivation.

Character Interactions

• Zhao Xing and Ji Si: Work together to create an advantage for Zhao Xing in the Transmission Realm.
• Zhao Xing and Qi Yan: Engage in a battle of wits and skills within the Transmission Realm, with both trying to outlearn and outmaneuver the other.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhao Xing and Qi Yan engage in a cultivation competition, with Qi Yan initially having the upper hand due to his higher realm and understanding of Agricultural Official spells.
• Zhao Xing masters the Golden Flame Sword, a powerful innate grand mystic power, and breaks through to the Void Realm.
• Qi Yan, realizing the power of Agricultural Official spells, begins to immerse himself in their study.
• Zhao Xing masters the Twelve Hours Sword and Indefinite Karma Severing Sword to counter Qi Yan's Grand Void Straw Man Art.
• Qi Yan's soul splits into eight hundred million fragments, with seventy percent perishing on their own.
• Qi Yan is reborn through the Life Earth Palace Art and deletes all memories of cultivating as an Agricultural Official, focusing solely on the sword.
• Qi Yan comprehends the Dao at the brink of death and unleashes the Sword of Living Beings, severely wounding Zhao Xing and Ji Si.
• Zhao Xing and Ji Si kill Qi Yan Divine King, a high-ranking God King.
• The Boundless Divine King clears the way for Zhao Xing through the Luo Emperor Era, leading him to Heavenly Wind Destruction Pass of the Afterglow Epoch.

Character Developments

• Zhao Xing masters powerful sword techniques and breaks through to the Reincarnation Lord level, demonstrating his adaptability and potential.
• Qi Yan, initially looking down on Agricultural Official spells, comes to respect them and immerses himself in their study, leading to a breakthrough in his understanding of the sword Dao.
• Qi Yan's soul splits and perishes, but he is reborn and deletes his Agricultural Official cultivation memories, focusing on the sword.
• Qi Yan comprehends the Dao at the brink of death and unleashes a powerful move, showcasing his resilience and determination.
• The Boundless Divine King clears the way for Zhao Xing, demonstrating his power and influence.

Significant Themes

• The power of adaptability and versatility in cultivation, as seen in Zhao Xing's mastery of various paths and techniques.
• The importance of focus and immersion in one's chosen path, as demonstrated by Qi Yan's breakthrough after deleting his Agricultural Official cultivation memories.
• The theme of resilience and determination in the face of adversity, as shown by Qi Yan's comprehension of the Dao at the brink of death.

Character Interactions

• Zhao Xing and Qi Yan engage in a cultivation competition, with each learning from and adapting to the other's techniques and strategies.
• Zhao Xing and Ji Si work together to kill Qi Yan Divine King, showcasing their teamwork and synergy.
• The Boundless Divine King clears the way for Zhao Xing, demonstrating his support and guidance.
• Zhao Xing meets with the Red Star Great Emperor, the Moon God Palace Master, and Gui Jun at Heavenly Wind Destruction Pass, hinting at potential alliances and discussions regarding the Ten Directions Assembly.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhao Xing returns to the Desolate Territory Era to hold the Ten Directions Assembly, inviting gods from the past faction.
• He seeks permission from the Red Star Great Emperor, Moon God Palace Master, and Gui Divine Lord to allow his guests to participate.
• No Divine General opposes the assembly, and the Red Star Great Emperor grants permission.
• Zhao Xing reveals his intention to open Ten Directions Mountain ahead of time, causing excitement among his guests.
• The Supreme Council meeting is convened, revealing that the Desolate Territory Era has eight strongest beings, all at the Dao Master Level.
• The Supreme Council decides that forty-nine participants, including a divine essence avatar of the Great Emperor, will attend the assembly.
• Gu Luo River informs Zhao Xing that he and Ji Si will likely travel together on the mountain, and his guests cannot obtain the First Divination.

Character Developments

• Zhao Xing shows maturity and wisdom in handling the Ten Directions Assembly and his guests' expectations.
• Gu Luo River demonstrates his understanding and acceptance of the Desolate Territory Era's principles, allowing Zhao Xing to attend the Supreme Council meeting.
• The Red Star Great Emperor shows trust in Zhao Xing and permits his guests to participate in the assembly.
• The guests, including Bowei and Boundless, express excitement about the Ten Directions Assembly and the chance to climb the mountain.

Significant Themes

• The Desolate Territory Era's unique principles and cooperation among gods.
• The importance of the Ten Directions Assembly and Ten Directions Mountain in this era.
• The fixed lifespan of Gu Luo River and the implications of Zhao Xing's discovery.

Character Interactions

• Zhao Xing interacts with the Red Star Great Emperor, Moon God Palace Master, and Gui Divine Lord, seeking permission for his guests to participate in the assembly.
• Gu Luo River shares information with Zhao Xing about the Supreme Council's decisions and the likelihood of them climbing the mountain together.
• Zhao Xing's guests express their excitement and gratitude for the opportunity to attend the Ten Directions Assembly.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Ten Directions Gathering begins, with Zhao Xing leading the assembly on flying boats.
• Zhao Xing lectures on the Ten Directions Mountain Scripture, covering Pulse Calculation, Ten Directions Ten Tables, Spirit Mountain Image Định, and Ten Directions Mountain Opening Method.
• Zhao Xing calls Bowei onto his boat to discuss the scripture, revealing that Ten Directions Mountain is a Dao Mountain affected by the universe's four realms.
• After eighty-five years, Ten Directions Mountain manifests in material form beside Zhao Xing's boat, causing a storm and draining divine power from the gods.

Character Developments

• Zhao Xing demonstrates his mastery of the Ten Directions Mountain Scripture, successfully manifesting the mountain in material form.
• Bowei shows his understanding of the scripture by questioning Zhao Xing and providing insights.
• Gods like General Lan Chuan struggle to comprehend Zhao Xing's lecture, while some, like Feng Chen, gain insights and enter the Enlightenment Realm.

Significant Themes

• The power of understanding and mastering the principles behind the Ten Directions Mountain Scripture.
• The concentration of origins and the influence of the universe's four realms on Ten Directions Mountain.
• The importance of Fate Masters in the process of opening Ten Directions Mountain.

Character Interactions

• Zhao Xing interacts with Bowei, revealing the true nature of Ten Directions Mountain and discussing its principles.
• General Lan Chuan and Feng Chen discuss their understanding of Zhao Xing's lecture, with Feng Chen providing insights into the three levels of comprehension.
• Gods react with astonishment and awe as Ten Directions Mountain manifests beside Zhao Xing's boat.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ten Directions Mountain opens, revealing nine floating bronze platforms and a mountain path called the Tortoise Pattern Ancient Dao.
• The Red Star Great Emperor and Imperial Heavenly Master Xi Zhong, the Boundless Divine King, General Lan Chuan, Bowei, Hall Master Yun Zhu and Palace Master Xin Zhen, Tan Ling and Vita, Xu Qiu and the Black and White Hall Master, Di Jun and Zi Chuan, General Yuan Rui and Priest Divine Li Yue, and Palace Master Yang Yu and Priest Divine Cao Gan ascend the mountain in groups of two.
• Zhao Xing allows the remaining participants to ascend the mountain individually after seven days.
• Ji Si and Zhao Xing observe Shu Ji and Wuxin, who are secretly crossing over to climb the mountain.
• Ji Si and Zhao Xing each split into nine clones, forming ten pairs to ascend the mountain simultaneously.

Character Developments

• Zhao Xing: Becomes exhausted after opening the mountain but receives help from the Red Star Great Emperor. He invites groups to climb the mountain according to his rules and later splits into nine clones with Ji Si to ascend the mountain.
• Ji Si: Waits a month before deciding to climb the mountain with Zhao Xing. She splits into nine clones and uses her Flowing Transformation contingency to trace the fates of those who have already climbed the mountain.

Significant Themes

• Fate and Prophecy: Ji Si's prophecy about storming the ten paths and Zhao Xing's ability to observe movements on the mountain and transfer backlash to the mountain itself highlight the theme of fate and prophecy.
• Power Dynamics: The order in which Zhao Xing invites groups to climb the mountain reflects his power and influence, while the secret crossing of Shu Ji and Wuxin shows their desire to gain an advantage.
• Trust and Cooperation: Zhao Xing's trust in Ji Si's judgment and their decision to climb the mountain together demonstrate their cooperation and mutual support.

Character Interactions

• Zhao Xing and the Red Star Great Emperor: The Great Emperor helps Zhao Xing recover his energy after opening the mountain, showing their friendly relationship.
• Zhao Xing and Ji Si: They work together to climb the mountain, with Ji Si using her Flowing Transformation contingency to trace the fates of those who have already climbed the mountain, and Zhao Xing using his ability to observe movements on the mountain and transfer backlash to the mountain itself.
• Shu Ji and Wuxin: They secretly cross over to climb the mountain, showing their desire to gain an advantage and their willingness to act covertly.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

+ The climb up Ten Directions Mountain involves passing through two checkpoints: the Bronze Divination Altars and Mijian Bridge.
+ Zhao Xing and Ji Si's avatars clear the first checkpoint, with Zhao Xing demonstrating exceptional luck.
+ At the second checkpoint, Mijian Bridge, Zhao Xing and Ji Si wait their turn. Other groups attempt the trial, with varying degrees of success.
+ The Five Realms Island Master and Ling Ji successfully cross Mijian Bridge, but Ling Ji is taken by a mysterious brush.

Character Developments

+ Zhao Xing's luck is further highlighted as he clears the Bronze Divination Altars with ease.
+ Ji Si's knowledge and understanding of the mountain's trials grow, allowing her to guide Zhao Xing more effectively.
+ The Five Realms Island Master's ambition is evident as he aims to reach the main peak and seek the first divination.
+ Ling Ji's fate is uncertain after being taken by the Divination Brush.

Significant Themes

+ The power of luck and its role in determining one's fate.
+ The consequences of interfering with the natural course of events, as seen in the decline of the Ten Aspects Gate.
+ The importance of understanding and adapting to one's environment, as demonstrated by Zhao Xing's ability to communicate with Ten Directions Mountain.

Character Interactions

+ Zhao Xing and Ji Si work together seamlessly, with Ji Si guiding Zhao Xing through the trials and Zhao Xing providing physical prowess and adaptability.
+ The Five Realms Island Master and Ling Ji's brotherly bond is tested as Ling Ji is taken by the Divination Brush.
+ Other groups climbing the mountain interact indirectly, with some withdrawing from trials to avoid confronting Zhao Xing and Ji Si.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhao Xing and Ji Si encounter the Four Seasons Slip Verses trial on Ten Directions Mountain.
• Zhao Xing repeatedly draws a winter slip, causing Ji Si to use time reversal to return to the starting point.
• On the fourth attempt, Zhao Xing's winter slip reveals a great misfortune verse, and he enters an illusion where he sees Bowei and has a vision of Gu Luo River.
• Zhao Xing is thrown off the mountain and lands in a grassy field, where he meets a black-and-white old man who claims to be the fourth-generation sect master of the Ten Aspects Gate.

Character Developments

• Zhao Xing: Shows determination and concern for Ji Si's safety, exhibits regret for not spending more time with his family.
• Ji Si: Demonstrates resourcefulness and power by repeatedly reversing time to help Zhao Xing, reaches her limit after three reversals.
• The Old Man: Reveals himself as the founder of the Four Seasons Slip Verses, shows interest in Zhao Xing and offers him a free reading.

Significant Themes

• Fate and destiny: The Four Seasons Slip Verses trial emphasizes the role of fate in one's life, and the old man's offer of a free reading further explores this theme.
• Regret and missed opportunities: Zhao Xing's vision of Gu Luo River and his regret for not spending more time with his family highlight the theme of missed opportunities and the importance of cherishing the present.
• The power of time: Ji Si's ability to reverse time and the old man's reference to the seasons' different purposes (asking, measuring, governing, and divining) emphasize the power and significance of time.

Character Interactions

• Zhao Xing and Ji Si: Work together to overcome the Four Seasons Slip Verses trial, with Ji Si using her power to help Zhao Xing despite the strain it puts on her.
• Zhao Xing and the Old Man: The old man shows interest in Zhao Xing and offers him a reading, while Zhao Xing is cautious and curious about the old man's identity and intentions.