Ch. 2041Grandmother Breaks Free
Key Plot Points and Events
- The purple full moon cracks open, and a blood-colored power flows out, splitting Purple Moon Mountain.
- The Huang Yuan Ghost God is severely wounded and retreats.
- Su Yi, injured and weakened, stands facing the Red Skirt Woman, the mysterious Grandmother.
- The Red Skirt Woman reveals she has been trapped in the Lost Hometown City for countless years and is relieved to be free.
- She offers to release Xu Fushi and Xiao Ruyi if Su Yi doesn't fight her to the death.
- Despite the offer, Su Yi decides to fight, surprising everyone.
Character Developments
- Su Yi: Despite his injuries, Su Yi remains calm and determined. He shows compassion for his friends and decides to fight the Red Skirt Woman despite the risk.
- Red Skirt Woman (Grandmother): She reveals her history and motivations, showing a ruthless and pragmatic side. She values her freedom and is willing to make deals to secure it.
- Ye Chunqiu: He is conflicted about Grandmother's methods and shows respect for Su Yi's compassion.
- Huang Yuan Ghost God: He follows Grandmother's orders without question.
- Xu Fushi and Xiao Ruyi: They are revealed to be alive but have become Lost Ones, their Divine Souls entangled by the Ancient God Curse.
Significant Themes
- Freedom vs. Imprisonment: The Red Skirt Woman values her freedom above all else, while Su Yi is willing to risk his to save his friends.
- Compassion vs. Pragmatism: Su Yi's compassion for his friends contrasts with the Red Skirt Woman's pragmatic and ruthless approach.
- The Cost of Power: The power of the Ancient God Curse has kept everyone in the Lost Hometown City alive but also trapped and tormented.
Character Interactions
- Su Yi and the Red Skirt Woman: They engage in a battle of words, with Su Yi pushing for a fight and the Red Skirt Woman trying to avoid it.
- Ye Chunqiu and the Red Skirt Woman: Ye Chunqiu is conflicted about Grandmother's methods and shows respect for Su Yi.
- Su Yi and Xu Fushi/Xiao Ruyi: Su Yi is determined to save his friends, even if it means risking his own life.