Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Witch Race is driven back by Nüwa's intervention, despite having the upper hand against the Demon Race.
• Houtu and Minghe retreat from their battle with Hongjun after the Witch Race's withdrawal.
• Li Changsheng, the Sect Master of the Daoist School, reveals his orchestration of Houtu's creation of the Earthly Dao to maintain the initiative against the Profound School.
• Houtu and Styx visit Li Changsheng on Immeasurable Peak to express gratitude for his help.

Character Developments

• Nüwa demonstrates her authority and influence by commanding the Witch Race to retreat.
• Li Changsheng reveals his strategic mind and long-term planning, showing that he has been manipulating events from behind the scenes.
• Houtu expresses gratitude and acknowledges Li Changsheng's crucial role in her creation of the Earthly Dao.

Significant Themes

• The struggle for power and initiative between the Heavenly Dao, Earthly Dao, and the Profound School.
• The consequences of interference in the affairs of others, as seen in the Profound School's repeated interventions.
• The importance of strategic planning and long-term vision in achieving one's goals, as demonstrated by Li Changsheng.

Character Interactions

• Nüwa asserts her dominance over the Ancestral Witches, showing her leadership and authority.
• Li Changsheng interacts with Houtu and Styx, revealing his manipulative role in the creation of the Earthly Dao and expressing his satisfaction with the outcome.
• Houtu expresses gratitude and acknowledges Li Changsheng's help, showing her respect and appreciation for his assistance.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Changsheng's orchestration of Houtu's ascension to Earthly Dao controller and Styx's release from imprisonment is revealed.
• Li Changsheng declines Houtu's invitation to join forces against the Profound School.
• Li Changsheng requests Houtu's assistance to enter the mysterious Pangu Hall for enlightenment.

Character Developments

• Li Changsheng demonstrates his formidable calculation abilities and strategic prowess.
• Houtu and Styx express regret for not having Li Changsheng's direct assistance against the Profound School.
• Houtu shows respect and willingness to help Li Changsheng due to his past assistance.

Significant Themes

• The power of calculation and strategy in achieving goals.
• The importance of destiny in determining one's fate and abilities.
• The respect and cooperation among powerful beings in the Primordial Chaos.

Character Interactions

• Li Changsheng interacts with Houtu and Styx, revealing his plans and requesting their assistance.
• Houtu and Styx express admiration and respect for Li Changsheng's abilities.
• Hongjun contemplates the establishment of the Earthly Dao, showing his displeasure at its rise.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Saints of the Profound School gather at Zixiao Palace, summoned by the Dao Ancestor (Hongjun) to discuss the Earthly Dao and Houtu's control over it.
• They realize that Houtu's cultivation is extraordinary and could pose a threat if they attack.
• They decide that dealing with the Earthly Dao is more urgent than handling Li Changsheng.
• Hongjun reveals that Li Changsheng's actions may have influenced Houtu's creation of the Earthly Dao.
• They learn that Houtu and Styx have visited Li Changsheng at Immeasurable Peak, confirming Li Changsheng's connection to the Underworld.
• The Saints agree that Li Changsheng is a significant threat and should be eliminated after dealing with the Earthly Dao.

Character Developments

• Houtu's power and influence have grown significantly, making her a formidable opponent.
• Li Changsheng's actions are revealed to have potentially influenced the creation of the Earthly Dao, further cementing his status as a major variable.
• The Saints, particularly Tongtian, express their determination to eliminate Li Changsheng due to the threat he poses.

Significant Themes

• The struggle for power and control between the Heavenly Dao, Earthly Dao, and the Underworld.
• The unpredictability and potential danger posed by Li Changsheng's actions.
• The need for the Saints to address immediate threats (the Earthly Dao) before tackling long-term ones (Li Changsheng).

Character Interactions

• The Saints discuss and strategize about the Earthly Dao and Li Changsheng, with Hongjun providing crucial insights.
• Tongtian, Laozi, Yuan Shi, Nüwa, Jie Yin, and Zhun Ti all express their views and concerns about the current situation.
• There's no direct interaction with Houtu or Li Changsheng in this chapter, but their actions and implications are discussed at length.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Laozi and Hongjun discuss strategies to deal with Houtu and Li Changsheng. They decide to temporarily suppress the Earthly Path to weaken Houtu.
• Li Changsheng arrives at Buzhou Mountain, seeking to enter Pangu Hall. The Ancestral Witches, including Houtu, allow him to proceed.
• Li Changsheng enters Pangu Hall and Pangu's Heart. Upon his entry, Pangu Hall seals itself automatically, surprising the Ancestral Witches outside.

Character Developments

• Hongjun shows strategic thinking, prioritizing the suppression of the Earthly Path to weaken Houtu.
• Li Changsheng demonstrates his determination and courage by entering Pangu Hall, despite its unknown dangers.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics between the Saints, Houtu, and Li Changsheng.
• The mystery and power of Pangu Hall and Pangu's Heart.

Character Interactions

• Hongjun and Laozi collaborate to strategize against Houtu and Li Changsheng.
• Li Changsheng interacts with the Ancestral Witches, with Houtu showing him respect due to his past help.
• The Ancestral Witches express concern for Li Changsheng's safety after Pangu Hall seals itself.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Changsheng enters Pangu Hall, which seals itself upon his entry.
• Inside, he finds Pangu's Heart, devoid of the expected pressure and Saintly Might.
• He discovers a hazy Origin of Order and attempts to grasp it, causing Pangu to manifest.
• Pangu reveals he's not truly alive and failed to prove the Great Dao Realm.
• Pangu allows Li Changsheng's smooth entry and offers him the chance to become the Seventh Generation Pangu.

Character Developments

• Li Changsheng demonstrates his uniqueness and power by entering Pangu Hall and facing Pangu.
• Pangu reveals his current state and failure to prove the Great Dao Realm, showing vulnerability despite his immense power.

Significant Themes

• The difficulty and importance of proving the Great Dao Realm.
• The concept of 'Pangu' as a title and lineage, rather than a single individual.
• The power dynamics between Li Changsheng and Pangu, with Pangu acknowledging Li Changsheng's potential.

Character Interactions

• Li Changsheng and Pangu meet for the first time, with Pangu expressing interest in Li Changsheng's potential.
• Li Changsheng questions Pangu about his intentions and the meaning behind the 'Seventh Generation Pangu.'

Key Plot Points and Events

• Pangu reveals that the title of Pangu has been passed down six times, with each failure preserving a sliver of life, awaiting the next era.
• Pangu wants Li Changsheng to inherit the title and achieve the Great Dao Realm in the next era.
• Li Changsheng refuses to wait for the next era and insists on achieving the Great Dao Realm in the current era.
• Pangu offers Li Changsheng the Pangu Divine Seal, a legacy artifact containing insights from six Pangu Great Gods.
• Li Changsheng accepts the Pangu Divine Seal but refuses to wait for the next Immeasurable Tribulation.
• Pangu warns Li Changsheng about the Profound School's strength and advises him to prioritize preserving his life.
• Li Changsheng expresses his intention to visit Pangu again after annihilating the Profound School.

Character Developments

• Pangu: Reveals his past failures and his hope for Li Changsheng to succeed where he couldn't. Shows concern for Li Changsheng's safety.
• Li Changsheng: Demonstrates his ambition and confidence in achieving the Great Dao Realm in the current era. Shows respect for Pangu and determination to defeat the Profound School.

Significant Themes

• The cyclical nature of eras and the hope for a new beginning.
• The difficulty and importance of achieving the Great Dao Realm.
• The tension between Li Changsheng's ambition and Pangu's caution.

Character Interactions

• Pangu and Li Changsheng: Pangu reveals his past to Li Changsheng and offers him the Pangu Divine Seal. Li Changsheng respects Pangu but maintains his ambition and determination.
• Li Changsheng and Houtu: Houtu is curious about Li Changsheng's encounter with Pangu, but Li Changsheng keeps the details to himself.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Changsheng leaves the Witch Race after refusing to reveal what he obtained from the Pangu Hall.
• He enters seclusion to study the Pangu Divine Seal, witnessing the six cycles of reincarnation and learning the supreme divine ability 'Nine Forms of Heaven Splitting'.
• Li Changsheng tests the divine ability in the Chaos Pearl's small world, splitting heaven and earth to create a new space.
• In the Primordial Chaos, the Demon Race's morale is low after being oppressed by the Witch Race and punished by Li Changsheng.

Character Developments

• Li Changsheng: He advances his cultivation to the fifth heaven of Grand Primordial Luo Golden Immortal and learns a powerful divine ability.
• Witch Race: They are curious about what Li Changsheng obtained but respect his privacy due to their alliance.
• Demon Race: Their morale is low after recent events, and they seek to regain their former spirit.

Significant Themes

• Power and Knowledge: Li Changsheng gains immense power and knowledge from the Pangu Divine Seal.
• Morale and Spirit: The Demon Race's low morale is a significant issue that needs to be addressed.
• Respect and Alliances: The Witch Race respects Li Changsheng's privacy due to their alliance, showing the importance of mutual respect in partnerships.

Character Interactions

• Li Changsheng and the Witch Race: Li Changsheng leaves the Witch Race after refusing to reveal his secret, but they respect his decision due to their alliance.
• Dijun and Kunpeng: They discuss the Demon Race's low morale and the need to boost their spirits.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Demon Race's morale and power have significantly dwindled after the loss of the Chaos Bell and the departure of many powerful individuals.
• To boost morale, the Demon Master, Kunpeng, suggests establishing a Holy Queen. Dijun appoints Qinyuan, the Demon Sage, as the Holy Queen.
• Qinyuan gives birth to the Ten Golden Crows, causing a stir in the Primordial Chaos and raising the Demon Race's hopes for the future.
• The Saints gather and decide to attack Houtu, concealing Immeasurable Peak's heavenly secrets to prevent Li Changsheng's interference.
• The Witch Race, now stronger than the Demon Race, plans to eliminate the Demon Race entirely.

Character Developments

• Dijun, despite his initial reluctance, agrees to Kunpeng's suggestion and appoints Qinyuan as the Holy Queen, showing his willingness to adapt to maintain the Demon Race's power.
• Qinyuan, by giving birth to the Ten Golden Crows, solidifies her position as the Holy Queen and provides hope for the Demon Race's future.
• Hongjun, the leader of the Saints, demonstrates his strategic prowess by concealing Immeasurable Peak's heavenly secrets to protect their plans from Li Changsheng.
• Gonggong, representing the Witch Race, shows his aggressive stance towards the Demon Race, pushing for their complete elimination.

Significant Themes

• Power Dynamics: The balance of power shifts between the Demon Race, Witch Race, and the Saints, with the Witch Race gaining the upper hand.
• Strategic Planning: Characters use strategic planning and adaptations to maintain or gain power, such as Dijun appointing Qinyuan and Hongjun concealing Immeasurable Peak.
• Hope and Despair: The Demon Race experiences a mix of hope (with the birth of the Ten Golden Crows) and despair (facing the Witch Race's threat), while the Witch Race feels confident in their growing power.

Character Interactions

• Dijun and Kunpeng discuss the Demon Race's situation and decide to appoint Qinyuan as the Holy Queen.
• The Saints, led by Hongjun, gather to discuss their plans against Houtu and conceal Immeasurable Peak.
• The Ancestral Witches, led by Gonggong, meet with Houtu to discuss their plans to eliminate the Demon Race.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Witch Race, led by Houtu, expresses their desire to annihilate the Demon Race but is hindered by the Profound School's Saints.
• Hongjun, the leader of the Profound School, decides to intervene and suppress the Earthly Path, which is associated with the Demon Race's power.
• Hongjun, along with all the Saints of the Profound School, attacks the Underworld, aiming to completely suppress the Earthly Path.
• The Ancestral Witches, upon sensing the attack, rush to the Underworld to aid Houtu.

Character Developments

• Houtu, the Saint of the Witch Race, demonstrates her power and determination to protect her race.
• Hongjun, the leader of the Profound School, shows his strategic prowess and decisiveness in dealing with the Earthly Path.
• The Ancestral Witches, despite their lower cultivation, exhibit loyalty and bravery in supporting Houtu.

Significant Themes

• The theme of interracial conflict and grudges is further emphasized, with the Witch Race and the Demon Race having an irreconcilable enmity.
• The power dynamics between the Profound School, the Witch Race, and the Demon Race are explored, with the Profound School's Saints holding a significant advantage.

Character Interactions

• Houtu and the Ancestral Witches display a strong bond, with the Ancestral Witches rushing to aid Houtu despite the risk.
• Hongjun and the Profound School Saints work together to suppress the Earthly Path, demonstrating their unity and coordination.
• The interactions between the Witch Race, the Profound School, and the Demon Race highlight the complex relationships and power struggles between these races.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Ancestral Witches and Houtu (Earthly Path) resist Hongjun (Heavenly Dao), but are easily suppressed.
• Hongjun offers Houtu a deal to guard the Underworld peacefully, but Houtu refuses.
• Li Changsheng (Daoist School Sect Master) breaks the Profound School's seal on the Daoist School's heavenly secrets and decides to intervene in the conflict.

Character Developments

• Hongjun demonstrates his overwhelming power and dominance over the other paths.
• Houtu shows defiance and unwillingness to be suppressed by Hongjun.
• Li Changsheng reveals his awareness of the Profound School's tactics and decides to intervene.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and the struggle for dominance among different paths (Heavenly Dao, Earthly Path, etc.).
• The consequences of defiance against overwhelming power, as seen in Houtu's resistance.

Character Interactions

• Hongjun and Houtu: Hongjun attempts to negotiate with Houtu, but Houtu refuses, leading to a power struggle.
• Li Changsheng and the Profound School: Li Changsheng breaks the Profound School's seal, indicating his intention to intervene in their conflict with the Underworld.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Changsheng discovers a side effect of the pills he consumed, halting further cultivation progress.
• The Daoist School's leaders discuss allying with the Underworld to counter the Profound School, but Li Changsheng leaves to intervene in the Underworld's crisis alone.
• Li Changsheng descends into the Underworld, confronting the Profound School Saints who are suppressing Houtu.
• Hongjun, the Heavenly Dao Venerable, challenges Li Changsheng, and the six Profound School Saints attack him simultaneously.

Character Developments

• Li Changsheng's cultivation advances to the Grand Primordial Luo Golden Immortal, fifth heaven, demonstrating rapid growth.
• Houtu, the Underworld's ruler, is relieved by Li Changsheng's intervention and expresses gratitude.
• Hongjun, despite his displeasure with Li Changsheng's actions, is confident in the Heavenly Dao's suppression and orders the Saints to stop Li Changsheng.

Significant Themes

• The theme of intervention and assistance, with Li Changsheng choosing to help the Underworld despite potential risks.
• The power dynamics between the Daoist School, the Underworld, and the Profound School, highlighting the importance of alliances.
• The consequences of defying the Heavenly Dao, as represented by Hongjun's challenge to Li Changsheng.

Character Interactions

• Li Changsheng interacts with his disciples, expressing pride in their wisdom and assigning them to protect the Daoist School.
• Li Changsheng confronts Hongjun and the Profound School Saints, demonstrating his power and determination to intervene.
• Houtu and Li Changsheng share a moment of understanding and gratitude, foreshadowing potential future cooperation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Changsheng's cultivation has surpassed Laozi's, shocking everyone.
• Li Changsheng fights off six Saints (Laozi, Tongtian, Nüwa, Yuan Shi, and the Two Sages of the West) using his magical treasures and spiritual powers.
• Li Changsheng consumes an Ascension Dao Pill, boosting his cultivation to the seventh-level Grand Primordial Luo Golden Immortal, allowing him to dominate the fight.
• Hongjun intervenes with the Heavenly Dao Divine Wheel, but Houtu counters it, giving Li Changsheng the opportunity to trap Hongjun in the Mysterious Spirit Pagoda.

Character Developments

• Li Changsheng demonstrates his incredible growth and power, even surpassing the expectations of his enemies.
• Hongjun's plan to seal the Earthly Path is foiled, and he's trapped in the Mysterious Spirit Pagoda, his cultivation reduced to the fifth level.

Significant Themes

• The theme of power and growth is prominent, with Li Changsheng's increasing strength and Hongjun's failure.
• The struggle between the Heavenly Dao and the Earthly Path is also a significant theme, with Houtu countering Hongjun's attempt to suppress the Earthly Path.

Character Interactions

• Li Changsheng faces off against six Saints, demonstrating his formidable combat skills and magical treasures.
• Hongjun and Houtu's interaction shows their shared goal of preventing the Heavenly Dao from suppressing the Earthly Path.
• Li Changsheng and Hongjun's interaction results in Hongjun's capture, highlighting Li Changsheng's strategic thinking and quick decision-making.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Changsheng, now at a higher cultivation level (seven levels) than Hongjun (five levels), confronts Hongjun inside the Mysterious Spirit Pagoda.
• Li Changsheng chooses to attack Hongjun, receiving rewards of a powerful magic treasure (Origin Dao Blade) and a high-grade innate spirit root (Bright Grass).
• Hongjun, despite using his Jade Plate of Creation, is overwhelmed by Li Changsheng's physical attacks and treasures, suffering a brutal beating.

Character Developments

• Li Changsheng: Shows increased power and ruthlessness, using powerful treasures and physical attacks to dominate Hongjun.
• Hongjun: Struggles with the power gap and is humiliated, losing his composure and dignity.

Significant Themes

• Power Imbalance: The disparity in cultivation levels and treasures leads to a one-sided battle, highlighting the importance of balance in power dynamics.
• Humiliation and Dignity: Hongjun's humiliation at the hands of Li Changsheng raises questions about the importance of dignity and composure in the face of adversity.

Character Interactions

• Li Changsheng vs. Hongjun: Li Changsheng's dominance and Hongjun's humiliation lead to a tense and one-sided interaction, with Hongjun unable to mount any significant resistance.
• Saints of the Profound School vs. Houtu: The Saints attempt to rescue Hongjun but are powerless against the Mysterious Spirit Pagoda, leading to a grim standoff with Houtu.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Saints (Laozi, Yuan Shi, Nüwa, Tongtian, Jie Yin, Zhun Ti) attack Houtu together, but she easily suppresses them using her Earthly Path Divine Wheel and other supreme treasures.
• Styx blocks Jie Yin and Zhun Ti, demonstrating his power as a Grand Primordial Luo Golden Immortal.
• Houtu breaks free from the Heavenly Dao's restrictions, defeating the Saints and causing the Heavenly Dao Divine Wheel to crack and disappear.
• Inside the Mysterious Spirit Pagoda, Li Changsheng severely injures Hongjun, striking his origin directly.

Character Developments

• Houtu showcases her immense power and confidence, easily defeating the Saints.
• The Saints struggle to keep up with Houtu's power, realizing they are no match for her without the Dao Ancestor.
• Hongjun is severely injured and humiliated by Li Changsheng, demonstrating his arrogance and defiance even in defeat.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics between Houtu and the Saints, highlighting the former's overwhelming strength and the latter's desperation.
• The theme of freedom vs. restriction, as Houtu breaks free from her shackles while the Saints struggle to maintain their control.

Character Interactions

• Houtu vs. the Saints: Houtu easily defeats the Saints, showing no mercy and dismissing their efforts.
• Li Changsheng vs. Hongjun: Li Changsheng severely injures and humiliates Hongjun, demonstrating his power and disdain for Hongjun's arrogance.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Hongjun, the Dao Ancestor, is severely injured and humiliated by Li Changsheng's attack.
• Hongjun appears before everyone in a disheveled state, shocking all beings in heaven and earth.
• Hongjun threatens Li Changsheng, but his Heavenly Dao power is hindered by the damage from the Origin Dao Blade.
• Hongjun decides to commit suicide, annihilating his physical body and Primordial Spirit, hinting at a possible resurrection.

Character Developments

• Li Changsheng: Proves his power and dominance by injuring Hongjun, demonstrating his Saintly Might and fearlessness.
• Hongjun: Shows desperation and humiliation, resorting to suicide as a last resort, hinting at a potential transformation or return.

Significant Themes

• Power and Dominance: Li Changsheng's display of strength challenges Hongjun's authority and the Profound School's dominance.
• Humiliation and Revenge: Hongjun's humiliation fuels his desire for revenge, leading to his desperate actions.
• Immortality and Resurrection: The concept of Heavenly Dao Saints being immortal is explored, with Hongjun's suicide suggesting a possible return.

Character Interactions

• Li Changsheng vs. Hongjun: The conflict between the two reaches a boiling point, with Hongjun's suicide marking a turning point in their rivalry.
• Houtu and Li Changsheng: Houtu shows concern for Li Changsheng's safety, while Li Changsheng remains confident in his abilities.
• All Saints: The All Saints are shocked and bewildered by Hongjun's suicide, trying to understand the implications of his actions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Hongjun attempts to resurrect and escape the erosion of Li Changsheng's Origin Dao Blade by reshaping his origin, primordial spirit, and physical body.
• Li Changsheng and Houtu taunt Hongjun, daring him to attack despite his weakened state.
• Hongjun, unwilling to risk further damage, decides to retreat and leaves with the All Saints.

Character Developments

• Hongjun: Despite being the Dao Ancestor, Hongjun is forced to resort to desperate measures to counter Li Changsheng's power. His pride is wounded, and he's forced to retreat.
• Li Changsheng: Li Changsheng's power is revealed to be strong enough to push the Dao Ancestor to the brink. He remains calm and strategic, choosing not to pursue Hongjun immediately.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics: The balance of power shifts as Li Changsheng's strength grows, challenging Hongjun's dominance.
• Pride and hubris: Hongjun's overconfidence in his power leads to a strategic retreat, highlighting the dangers of underestimating opponents.
• Strategic retreat: Both Li Changsheng and Hongjun display strategic thinking, choosing when to fight and when to retreat.

Character Interactions

• Li Changsheng and Hongjun: Their interaction highlights the power disparity and Li Changsheng's growing threat to Hongjun.
• Li Changsheng and Houtu: They display a united front, making strategic decisions together and understanding the need to bide their time against Hongjun.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Changsheng assists Houtu against the Profound School, saving her from being suppressed by the Heavenly Dao Divine Wheel.
• Li Changsheng returns to Immeasurable Peak, where he's welcomed by his disciples and goes into seclusion to cultivate.
• The Saints of the Profound School discuss their next move, with Hongjun advising against immediate action due to his injuries.

Character Developments

• Houtu: Recognizes Li Changsheng's power and joins forces with him against the Profound School. She becomes more cautious and prepares to prevent future surprise attacks.
• Li Changsheng: Proves his prowess by defeating the Profound School's Saints, including Hongjun. He goes into seclusion to further his cultivation.
• Hongjun: Suffers a severe injury from Li Changsheng and must recuperate, advising the Saints not to act rashly.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and alliances: The balance of power shifts with Houtu and Li Changsheng joining forces against the Profound School.
• Injury and recovery: Hongjun's injury highlights the consequences of underestimating Li Changsheng and the need for caution.
• Cultivation and growth: Li Changsheng's continuous cultivation emphasizes his dedication to improving his power.

Character Interactions

• Houtu and Li Changsheng: They express gratitude and mutual respect, forming an alliance against the Profound School.
• The Profound School Saints: They discuss their next move, with Hongjun advising caution due to his injury.
• Li Changsheng and his disciples: Upon his return, Li Changsheng encourages his disciples to cultivate diligently.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Styx teases Empress Houtu about her potential alliance with Longevity Celestial Lord, hinting at a romantic interest.
• Disciples of the Intercepting Sect grow restless, feeling trapped on Golden Turtle Island due to Li Changsheng's threat.
• Daoist Duobao and Turtle Spirit Holy Mother consult Tongtian about dealing with Li Changsheng.
• True Lord Du'e seeks Laozi's permission to avenge his Senior Brother Xuandu by killing disciples of the Daoist School.

Character Developments

• Empress Houtu: Shows a rare moment of bashfulness when teased about her potential alliance, hinting at her personal feelings.
• Li Changsheng: Continues to grow stronger, causing concern among his enemies. His cultivation is now higher than Tongtian's.
• True Lord Du'e: Seeks revenge for his Senior Brother Xuandu, showing his loyalty and determination.

Significant Themes

• Power Dynamics: The balance of power shifts as Li Changsheng grows stronger, causing concern and restlessness among his enemies.
• Alliances and Relationships: The potential alliance between Empress Houtu and Longevity Celestial Lord is explored, highlighting the importance of strategic partnerships.
• Revenge and Grudges: The desire for revenge is a driving force for several characters, such as True Lord Du'e and Li Changsheng.

Character Interactions

• Styx and Empress Houtu: Styx teases Empress Houtu about her potential alliance, causing her to blush and leading him to believe he can play matchmaker.
• Daoist Duobao, Turtle Spirit Holy Mother, and Tongtian: The three discuss the threat posed by Li Changsheng and the need to find a solution.
• True Lord Du'e and Laozi: True Lord Du'e seeks Laozi's permission to avenge his Senior Brother, showing his loyalty and determination.

Key Plot Points and Events

• True Lord Du'e, seeking revenge for Xuandu's destruction, asks his master, Laozi, to help against Li Changsheng and the Daoist School. Laozi refuses, citing the current power dynamics.
• Thousands of years pass, and Hongjun continues to work on removing the Origin Dao Blade's power. He's concerned about Li Changsheng's growing strength and the Heavenly Dao treasures he possesses.
• Li Changsheng, in seclusion, comprehends a new Spiritual Power, the Profound Heaven Breaking Method, and advances his cultivation. He plans to establish the Human Dao using the Profound Dao Derivation Method and the Kongtong Seal, but first, he needs to elevate the Human Race. He decides to annihilate the Demon Race to achieve this.

Character Developments

• True Lord Du'e: Still seeks revenge but understands the need to bide his time.
• Hongjun: Continues his work on removing the Origin Dao Blade's power, showing determination and concern about Li Changsheng's growth.
• Li Changsheng: Advances his cultivation and plans, demonstrating his strategic thinking and ambition.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and political maneuvering (True Lord Du'e's request, Li Changsheng's plans)
• The struggle against the Heavenly Dao and the search for power to resist it (Li Changsheng's plans for the Human Dao)
• The importance of timing and patience (True Lord Du'e's situation, Hongjun's work)

Character Interactions

• True Lord Du'e and Laozi: Master and disciple discuss the situation and decide against provoking the Daoist School.
• Hongjun and Li Changsheng: Though not directly interacting, their actions and thoughts reflect their ongoing conflict and Hongjun's concern about Li Changsheng's growing power.
• Li Changsheng and Zhen Yuanzi: Zhen Yuanzi visits Li Changsheng upon his emergence from seclusion, showing respect and deference to his power and status.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhen Yuanzi visits Li Changsheng to discuss cultivation and express his desire to join the Daoist School.
• Li Changsheng reveals that the Underworld is Zhen Yuanzi's true destination, where he can evolve the Earth Immortal Realm into the Earthly Path, offering souls a chance at reincarnation and good life.
• Zhen Yuanzi expresses concern about lacking Primordial Violet Qi for proving the Dao.
• Hongyun offers his Primordial Violet Qi to Zhen Yuanzi, but Zhen Yuanzi refuses, citing Hongyun's own need for it.

Character Developments

• Zhen Yuanzi: Realizes the importance of joining a powerful sect for protection and opportunities, expresses regret for not joining the Daoist School earlier, and shows selflessness by refusing Hongyun's Primordial Violet Qi.
• Hongyun: Demonstrates loyalty and friendship by offering his Primordial Violet Qi to Zhen Yuanzi, showing he values their bond over his own chance at becoming a Saint.
• Li Changsheng: Shows wisdom and foresight by guiding Zhen Yuanzi towards his true destiny in the Underworld and recognizing Hongyun's selfless act.

Significant Themes

• Power and Protection: The importance of joining a powerful sect for protection and opportunities in the Primordial Chaos.
• Friendship and Loyalty: Hongyun's willingness to sacrifice his own chance at becoming a Saint for Zhen Yuanzi.
• Destiny and Opportunity: Zhen Yuanzi's realization of his true destiny and the opportunity it presents, and Li Changsheng's guidance in helping him recognize it.

Character Interactions

• Li Changsheng and Zhen Yuanzi: Li Changsheng guides Zhen Yuanzi towards his true destiny, while Zhen Yuanzi expresses regret for not joining the Daoist School earlier.
• Hongyun and Zhen Yuanzi: Hongyun offers his Primordial Violet Qi to Zhen Yuanzi, demonstrating his loyalty and friendship, while Zhen Yuanzi refuses, showing his selflessness and recognition of Hongyun's need for it.
• Li Changsheng and Hongyun: Li Changsheng acknowledges Hongyun's selfless act, while Hongyun demonstrates his willingness to sacrifice for Zhen Yuanzi.