Ch. 1441Frightened Stiff—How Was This Possible?
Key Plot Points and Events
- Li Xiuyun challenges Chen Wen for the Bodhi Fruits, boasting about his strength and ranking on the Heaven Ranking.
- Chen Wen refuses to share or move aside, leading to a confrontation.
- Chen Wen demonstrates his increased strength, resonating the space around them, shocking Li Xiuyun.
- Li Xiuyun attacks with his Heavenly Sun Cang Long Body's innate divine art, but Chen Wen easily stops it with a single claw.
- Chen Wen counterattacks, overwhelming Li Xiuyun with a single punch, and ultimately kills him, obtaining a drop of Golden Destiny Nirvana Liquid and experiencing an increase in his Heaven's Fate.
Character Developments
- Chen Wen: He remains calm and confident in his strength, revealing that he has improved significantly since their last encounter. He is willing to fight to protect what he believes is his and shows no mercy to his enemies.
- Li Xiuyun: Initially arrogant and confident in his strength, Li Xiuyun becomes increasingly shocked and fearful as Chen Wen's power is revealed. He begs for his life but is ultimately killed by Chen Wen.
Significant Themes
- Strength and Power: The chapter emphasizes the importance of strength and power, with Chen Wen's dominance over Li Xiuyun highlighting the consequences of underestimating one's opponent.
- Confidence and Arrogance: Li Xiuyun's overconfidence in his abilities leads to his downfall, while Chen Wen's calm confidence allows him to maintain control throughout the battle.
Character Interactions
- Chen Wen vs. Li Xiuyun: The interaction between these two characters is a power struggle, with Li Xiuyun initially trying to intimidate Chen Wen and failing miserably. Chen Wen, on the other hand, remains composed and dominant, ultimately defeating and killing Li Xiuyun.
- Chen Wen and the Narrator: The narrator reveals Chen Wen's thoughts and gains, providing insight into his character and growth.