Ch. 1221Ascending to Heaven
Key Plot Points and Events
- Wenren Sheng wins against the Thirty-Three Heavens, a feat considered impossible by Earth's AI.
- He is accused of carelessly taking lives by a woman in ancient dress, which he dismisses.
- Wenren Sheng reveals his true form as a Crimson Fierce Tiger, causing panic among onlookers.
- He defeats six more opponents in a row, winning the right to ascend to Heaven.
- The Yanping Emperor, who had ruled for 900 years, expresses his disinterest in the throne and his family's influence.
- Wenren Sheng decides to ascend to Heaven without taking the throne or immortality.
Character Developments
- Wenren Sheng demonstrates his extraordinary weiqi skills and reveals his true form, solidifying his status as a Supernatural Being or Demon Saint.
- Little Illusion shows loyalty to Wenren Sheng, defending him against the woman's accusations.
- The Yanping Emperor reveals his disillusionment with the throne and his family's actions, showing a complex character beneath his indifferent exterior.
Significant Themes
- The pursuit of power and its consequences (Yanping Emperor's family, Wenren Sheng's disinterest in the throne).
- The value of human life and the responsibility of the powerful (Wenren Sheng's response to the woman's accusations).
- The allure of the unknown (Wenren Sheng's desire to visit Heaven).
Character Interactions
- Wenren Sheng and Little Illusion: They show a mentor-mentee relationship, with Little Illusion defending Wenren Sheng and expressing curiosity about Heaven.
- Wenren Sheng and the Yanping Emperor: They share a conversation about the throne and family, revealing their mutual disinterest in power.
- Wenren Sheng and the woman in ancient dress: Their interaction highlights the value of human life and Wenren Sheng's indifference to criticism.