Ch. 1How Powerful a Backer Have I Latched Onto?
Key Plot Points and Events
- Luohu, a peak Quasi-Saint, is defeated by Hongjun and Yang Mei but not before detonating the western earth vein, causing massive destruction.
- Luohu transforms into an Outer Realm Sky Demon and establishes the Demonic Cult before dissipating.
- A Primordial Chaos Bead absorbs the essence blood of Hongjun, Yang Mei, and Luohu, and merges with a piece of the Jade Disc of Creation.
- The bead, now with the consciousness of Hong Luo, a 21st-century man, is named Xuan Yi by Hongjun, who believes it to be his son.
Character Developments
- Hongjun: Becomes the victor in the battle against Luohu, but is left with a mess to clean up. He takes the bead, believing it to be his son, and names it Xuan Yi.
- Luohu: Despite his defeat and transformation into a Sky Demon, his actions set the stage for the demonic path to rise.
- Xuan Yi (Hong Luo): Transmigrates into the Primordial Chaos Bead and is named Xuan Yi by Hongjun. He inherits the bead's cultivation techniques and Hongjun's bloodline.
Significant Themes
- The cycle of life and death, and the consequences of one's actions.
- The rise of the demonic path and its implications for the Primordial Chaos.
- The power of bloodlines and their influence on one's destiny.
Character Interactions
- Hongjun and Luohu: Engage in a climactic battle, with Hongjun ultimately defeating Luohu.
- Hongjun and Yang Mei: Work together to defeat Luohu but have a tense relationship due to their shared bloodline in the bead.
- Hongjun and Xuan Yi: Hongjun believes the bead to be his son and names it Xuan Yi, while Xuan Yi is excited about his new identity and powerful lineage.