Ch. 1801Dragon Slaying Saber (Part 1)
Key Plot Points and Events
- Shen Fei leaves Wudang with the Ming Cult entourage after Yang Buhui and Yin Liting's engagement, planning to meet with various Ming Cult branches at Butterfly Valley.
- Along the way, they encounter Ming Cult disciples under attack by Yuan soldiers and intervene, saving the disciples and killing the soldiers.
- Shen Fei meets with the Ming Cult branches at Butterfly Valley, announces new rules, and plans a coordinated uprising against the Yuan Dynasty.
- Shen Fei, Yang Xiao, Wei Yixiao, and others travel to Dadu to investigate the imprisonment of the Six Major Sects, starting with tracking food supplies for the prisoners.
- An intruder breaks into their courtyard, revealing himself as Fan Yao, the disfigured Right Emissary of Light, who has been infiltrating the Ruyang Prince's Mansion to gather information.
Character Developments
- Shen Fei demonstrates his leadership and strategic thinking, planning the uprising and investigating the imprisonment of the Six Major Sects.
- Fan Yao shows his loyalty and dedication to the Ming Cult, having infiltrated the enemy's ranks and disfigured himself to gain the trust of the Ruyang Prince.
- Yang Xiao, Wei Yixiao, and other Ming Cult leaders display their martial prowess and loyalty to Shen Fei.
Significant Themes
- Loyalty and dedication to the Ming Cult's cause.
- Strategic planning and leadership in the face of adversity.
- The consequences of one's actions and the importance of atonement.
Character Interactions
- Shen Fei interacts with the various Ming Cult branches, demonstrating his leadership and gaining their support.
- Shen Fei, Yang Xiao, Wei Yixiao, and others work together to investigate the imprisonment of the Six Major Sects.
- Fan Yao reveals his true identity to Shen Fei and the others, leading to a discussion about his actions and their consequences.