Ch. 81Minghe's Surprise
Key Plot Points and Events
- Qing Huan gifts Minghe the Hongmeng Purple Qi, a rare treasure that can help him advance to the Quasi-Saint mid-stage.
- They travel to Yingzhou, one of Qing Huan's Daoist Abodes, which is incredibly rich in spiritual energy and resources.
- Minghe is astonished by the quality of Yingzhou and the two auxiliary islands, Qiguan and Wanxian.
- Qing Huan reveals that he plans to use Qiguan and Wanxian as places for his future disciples to cultivate.
- Minghe is overwhelmed by the sight of two top-grade Innate Spiritual Roots and a withered Innate Gourd Vine at the Chuyuan Palace.
- Qing Huan reveals that the seventh gourd of the Innate Gourd Vine is meant for Minghe and contains the method to Slay the Three Corpses.
- Minghe realizes the implications of this method, understanding that without a top-grade Innate Spiritual Treasure containing fierce energy, no being can truly sever their three corpses and become a Saint.
- Qing Huan hints at another path to enlightenment but states that no one can imitate it.
- Minghe begins cultivating with the Hongmeng Purple Qi in the Chuyuan Palace, where the flow of time is hundreds of times faster than outside.
- Qing Huan, alone, prepares to destroy the Nine-Nine Soul Scattering Gourd to prevent Yun Zhongzi's reincarnation.
Character Developments
- Minghe: Becomes increasingly awestruck by Qing Huan's fortune and resources. He begins cultivating with the Hongmeng Purple Qi, aiming to break through to the Quasi-Saint mid-stage.
- Qing Huan: Reveals more about his plans and resources. He shows concern for Minghe's cultivation and provides him with valuable opportunities. He also demonstrates his determination to prevent Yun Zhongzi's reincarnation.
Significant Themes
- Fortune and Destiny: Qing Huan's heaven-defying fortune is emphasized, contrasting with Minghe's envy and astonishment.
- Cultivation and Advancement: The importance of resources and opportunities in cultivation is highlighted, with Minghe eager to absorb the Hongmeng Purple Qi and advance his cultivation.
- Reincarnation and Karma: Qing Huan's determination to prevent Yun Zhongzi's reincarnation underscores the theme of karma and the consequences of one's actions.
Character Interactions
- Qing Huan and Minghe: Qing Huan guides and provides opportunities for Minghe, demonstrating a mentor-like role. Minghe, in turn, shows respect and awe towards Qing Huan's fortune and power.
- Qing Huan and Yun Zhongzi (absent): Qing Huan's determination to prevent Yun Zhongzi's reincarnation reveals his resolve and the depth of their enmity.