Ch. 621End

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Xu Yanwu's identity is revealed to the Valkyrie cadets as he fights Fu Hua.
  • The cadets, enraged, chase after Xu Yanwu and Fu Hua.
  • Xu Yanwu escapes with Fu Hua, leaving the others bewildered.
  • The Shrine begins to repair itself after the BOSS's defeat.

Character Developments

  • Fu Hua shows interest in Xu Yanwu's past, particularly the Chi You War.
  • Xu Yanwu demonstrates his agility and combat skills, as well as his ability to use his environment to his advantage.

Significant Themes

  • The consequences of deception and hidden identities.
  • The importance of physical activity and relaxation for students.

Character Interactions

  • Xu Yanwu and Fu Hua engage in a physical altercation, revealing Xu Yanwu's face to the cadets.
  • Xu Yanwu carries Fu Hua away, sparking her anger and curiosity.
  • The other characters, left behind, discuss Xu Yanwu's strange abilities and the BOSS's defeat.

Ch. 622Conversation

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Xu Yanwu reveals he was both Xing Tian and Yinglong during the Chi You War.
  • He clarifies that the Ying Family and Xing Yaxiao are not his descendants but are related to his weapons.
  • Xu Yanwu explains he was severely injured after the war and has been recovering since then.
  • He expresses his preference for the Xing Family over the Ying Family, praising their dedication to protecting the Divine Land.

Character Developments

  • Fu Hua learns the truth about Xu Yanwu's identity and his connection to the Xing and Ying families.
  • Xu Yanwu reveals his past, showing a more vulnerable side as he discusses his injuries and the passing down of his weapons.
  • Fu Hua reflects on her past and feels responsible for the changes in the Divine Land's families.

Significant Themes

  • The passage of time and its impact on memories and history (as seen in the discrepancy between records and reality).
  • Legacy and inheritance (Xu Yanwu's weapons and the families that bear his name).
  • Responsibility and guilt (Fu Hua's feelings about the changes in the Divine Land's families).

Character Interactions

  • Xu Yanwu and Fu Hua engage in a candid conversation, leading to mutual understanding and respect.
  • Xu Yanwu comforts Fu Hua, absolving her of guilt for past events.
  • Xu Yanwu expresses his appreciation for the Xing Family, while Fu Hua acknowledges her understanding of their situation.

Ch. 623Telling

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Xu Yanwu reveals he gave his heart to Fu Hua for safekeeping, but she lost it.
  • Xu Yanwu's heart returned to him by coincidence, brought by Kallen Kaslana from Mount Taixu.
  • Xu Yanwu recounts his past as a deity in the Yae Shrine, including Yae Rin's sacrifice and Yae Sakura's hatred for deities.
  • Kallen's past is revealed, including her escape from Destiny and her connection to Otto.

Character Developments

  • Fu Hua: Realizes she lost Xu Yanwu's heart and learns about Kallen's past.
  • Xu Yanwu: Opens up about his past as a deity and the events leading to his heart's return.
  • Kallen Kaslana: Her past is revealed, showing her escape from Destiny and her role in returning Xu Yanwu's heart.

Significant Themes

  • Sacrifice: The theme of sacrifice is prominent, from Yae Rin's sacrifice to Xu Yanwu, to Kallen's sacrifice for her beliefs.
  • Love and Loss: The heart Xu Yanwu gave to Fu Hua represents their love, but its loss signifies a separation.
  • Redemption: Xu Yanwu's past as a deity and his current actions hint at a desire for redemption.

Character Interactions

  • Fu Hua and Xu Yanwu: They discuss Xu Yanwu's heart and his past, leading to a deeper understanding between them.
  • Xu Yanwu and Kallen (through narrative): Xu Yanwu's story reveals Kallen's role in returning his heart, showing a connection between them.
  • Fu Hua and Kallen (through narrative): Fu Hua learns about Kallen's past, showing a new perspective on their previous encounter.

Ch. 624Let's Go Back to Shenzhou

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Xu Yanwu recounts the story of Yae Sakura and the events in Yae Village to Fu Hua.
  • He reveals that Yae Sakura became a Pseudo-Herrscher due to the Black Box and her childhood trauma.
  • Xu Yanwu sealed Yae Sakura and others within a cherry blossom tree.
  • Xu Yanwu questions the nature of Herrschers' hatred towards humans and expresses his desire to return to Divine Land with Fu Hua.
  • Theresa and Valkyrie students find Fu Hua, and Xu Yanwu escapes.

Character Developments

  • Xu Yanwu: Reveals his past actions and thoughts, showing remorse and a desire for understanding. He also expresses a longing for his past companions.
  • Fu Hua: Shows concern for Xu Yanwu's well-being and understanding towards his past actions. She also expresses a desire to remember her past.
  • Theresa: Demonstrates concern for Fu Hua's safety and well-being, acting as a protective figure.

Significant Themes

  • The nature of Herrschers' hatred towards humans and whether it's a result of their experiences or inherent.
  • The desire to understand and remember the past.
  • The importance of companionship and longing for those lost.

Character Interactions

  • Xu Yanwu and Fu Hua: Share a moment of understanding and connection as Xu Yanwu recounts his past. Fu Hua holds his hand, showing empathy and understanding.
  • Fu Hua and Theresa: Fu Hua reassures Theresa that she's unharmed, and they share a moment of understanding as Fu Hua asks Theresa to consider the event as special training.
  • Xu Yanwu and Theresa: Xu Yanwu evades Theresa, who is concerned for Fu Hua's safety and wants to apprehend Xu Yanwu.

Ch. 625Xingtian and Yinglong

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Fu Hua contemplates returning to the Divine Land to recall past memories and considers applying for a mission there.
  • Xu Yanwu, after escaping from Theresa, remembers his pending update for "The Legend of Yan Emperor" and rushes to complete it.
  • In the story, Xu Yanwu's body awakens, and Danzhu and Cang Xuan join Ji Lin's tribe, defending it from Feng Bo Yu Shi's attack.
  • Xing Tian and Yinglong appear to help defend the tribe.

Character Developments

  • Fu Hua shows curiosity and eagerness to explore her past memories.
  • Xu Yanwu demonstrates responsibility and dedication to his work, completing the update just in time.

Significant Themes

  • The importance of remembering and preserving the past.
  • Responsibility and dedication to one's work.
  • The power of unity and cooperation in the face of adversity.

Character Interactions

  • Fu Hua and Xu Yanwu's interaction is brief but significant, with Fu Hua's potential mission to the Divine Land and Xu Yanwu's update for "The Legend of Yan Emperor" indirectly connecting them.
  • In the story, Xing Tian and Yinglong interact with Ji Lin's tribe, helping to defend it from Feng Bo Yu Shi's attack.

Ch. 626Aftermath

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Xing Tian and Yinglong appear, climaxing the "Legend of Yan Emperor" episode.
  • Xing Tian and Yinglong defeat Feng Bo Yu Shi and the Honkai Beasts, saving the tribe.
  • Xu Yanwu's true form is revealed as Yinglong's head merges with Xing Tian's body.
  • Xu Yanwu, Ji Lin, Lianshan, Dan Zhu, and Cang Xuan join forces.
  • Otto, in the European headquarters, receives news about deciphered Silk Scrolls and plans his next move.

Character Developments

  • Fu Hua becomes more determined to return to the Divine Land after witnessing Xu Yanwu's true form.
  • Otto continues his experiments and plans to involve Xu Yanwu in his future endeavors.

Significant Themes

  • The dual nature of Xu Yanwu, represented by Xing Tian and Yinglong.
  • The power dynamics and alliances between characters.
  • The pursuit of knowledge and truth, as seen in Otto's experiments and the deciphering of the Silk Scrolls.

Character Interactions

  • Fu Hua watches the battle and Xu Yanwu's transformation, leading to her decision to return to the Divine Land.
  • Otto communicates with his team and plans his next move, showing his strategic thinking.
  • Xu Yanwu reflects on his day as a teacher and content creator, expressing his contentment and exhaustion.

Ch. 627Inside Chi You's Belly

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Xu Yanwu reflects on recent events and closes his eyes, signaling a temporary respite.
  • Inside Chi You's belly, Cang Xuan and Dan Zhu, now stronger, sense an external influence.
  • They realize the influence is periodic and benefits not only them but also Ji Lin.
  • They deduce that the power comes from Xu Yanwu, but they're uncertain why he hasn't found them yet.

Character Developments

  • Cang Xuan and Dan Zhu's souls continue to strengthen, allowing them to perceive their surroundings more clearly.
  • Xu Yanwu finds solace and relaxation at Yae Shrine, reflecting his need for rest after recent events.

Significant Themes

  • Resilience: Cang Xuan and Dan Zhu's souls persist despite their circumstances, mirroring Xu Yanwu's endurance.
  • Connection: The sisters' bond and their connection to Xu Yanwu highlight the importance of relationships.
  • Change and Growth: The sisters' strengthening souls signify their evolution and adaptation to their new reality.

Character Interactions

  • Cang Xuan and Dan Zhu support each other, sharing their thoughts and plans for the future.
  • Xu Yanwu's presence at Yae Shrine, even in his relaxed state, shows his continued involvement in the Valkyries' lives.
  • Theresa's presence, though brief, hints at her growing acceptance of the shrine and its role within St. Freya.

Ch. 628Silk Scroll

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Theresa seeks Xu Yanwu's help regarding a Silk Scroll, an ancient text from the Divine Land.
  • The scroll is revealed to be written by Yan Emperor Jiang Zhu, a legendary figure from the Divine Land.
  • Theresa explains that she wants Xu Yanwu's help in finding Ji Xuanyuan's Saint Mark to save Himeko.
  • Xu Yanwu reads the Silk Scroll and confirms that Ji Xuanyuan's Saint Mark is likely in the Nine Netherworld.
  • Xu Yanwu agrees to lead Theresa to the Nine Netherworld but sets certain conditions.

Character Developments

  • Xu Yanwu: Initially disinterested, he becomes engaged and serious when he learns the Silk Scroll is connected to Ji Xuanyuan.
  • Theresa: She shows determination and desperation in her quest to save Himeko, even seeking help from unexpected sources like Xu Yanwu.

Significant Themes

  • The power of ancient knowledge and its potential to help or hinder the present.
  • The lengths one would go to for a friend or loved one (Theresa's dedication to saving Himeko).

Character Interactions

  • Xu Yanwu and Theresa: Their interaction shifts from Xu Yanwu's initial apathy to a more cooperative dynamic once he understands the scroll's significance.
  • Theresa's mention of Himeko's deteriorating condition highlights the urgency of her mission, putting pressure on Xu Yanwu to help.

Ch. 629Candidates for the Trip to Divine Land

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Xu Yanwu reveals that Chi You, a Judgment-class Honkai Beast from the Chi You War, is still alive and sealed.
  • Ji Xuanyuan's Saint Mark and the Xuanyuan Sword are inside Chi You's belly.
  • Xu Yanwu requests Theresa's help to contact the Divine Land branch and accompany him there to handle Chi You-related matters.
  • Theresa agrees to Xu Yanwu's conditions and decides to bring a team to Divine Land.

Character Developments

  • Theresa demonstrates her determination and resolve to save Himeko, agreeing to Xu Yanwu's conditions without hesitation.
  • Xu Yanwu shows his knowledge of ancient history and the true extent of Chi You's power, hinting at his own past and capabilities.
  • Theresa shows strategic thinking in selecting team members for their mission to Divine Land.

Significant Themes

  • The power and threat of Honkai Beasts, particularly Chi You, a Judgment-class Honkai Beast.
  • The importance of teamwork and strategic planning in facing powerful enemies.
  • The determination and resolve of the characters in pursuing their goals, despite the risks involved.

Character Interactions

  • Xu Yanwu and Theresa negotiate and agree on the terms for their mission to Divine Land.
  • Theresa considers and selects team members for their mission, showing concern for their safety and the mission's success.
  • Xu Yanwu and Theresa display mutual respect and understanding, with Xu Yanwu acknowledging Theresa's potential troublemaking and agreeing to accompany her to prevent issues.

Ch. 630Celebrating Our Nation's 70th Birthday

Key Plot Points and Events

  • The chapter is set on National Day, a significant holiday in the story's country.
  • The protagonist, Li Wei, is unusually busy and stressed, even on this holiday, due to his responsibilities at work.
  • Despite his workload, Li Wei attends a National Day celebration event in the evening, where he watches a performance by a local dance troupe.

Character Developments

  • Li Wei is portrayed as dedicated and responsible, prioritizing his work even on a national holiday.
  • He is also shown to be somewhat disconnected from the festive spirit, indicating possible stress, burnout, or a lack of work-life balance.

Significant Themes

  • National Pride: The chapter highlights the importance of National Day and the pride citizens feel for their country.
  • Work-Life Balance: Li Wei's inability to take a break on a national holiday raises questions about his work-life balance and the societal expectations around work.

Character Interactions

  • Li Wei interacts with his colleagues at the celebration event, but the interactions are not detailed.
  • He observes the dance troupe's performance, but there's no direct interaction with the performers.

Ch. 631He Guo's 70th Birthday

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Xu Yanwu invites Kiana to accompany him on a mission to Divine Land.
  • Kiana learns about the mission's objectives: visiting two major families and searching for the legendary Saint Mark of Ji Xuanyuan.
  • Kiana discovers there will be a sparring match with local Valkyries during the exchange and learning period.

Character Developments

  • Kiana shows enthusiasm for the mission, especially when she learns about the sparring match.
  • Xu Yanwu is revealed to have personal matters to attend to in Divine Land.
  • Theresa, who was also planning to invite Kiana to the mission, is shown to be competitive and strategic in her approach.

Significant Themes

  • The mission highlights the importance of exchange and learning between different branches of Valkyries.
  • The search for Ji Xuanyuan's Saint Mark underscores the historical and cultural significance of the Divine Land branch.

Character Interactions

  • Kiana and Xu Yanwu's conversation reveals their close relationship and Kiana's eagerness to participate in the mission.
  • Kiana's conversation with Theresa shows the latter's leadership and Kiana's enthusiasm for the mission's details.
  • The chapter also hints at a potential rivalry between Xu Yanwu and Theresa in their approach to the mission.

Ch. 632Preparations for the Divine Land Arc Begin

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Theresa informs Himeko, Mei, and Bronya about the upcoming trip to the Divine Land.
  • Xu Yanwu visits Fu Hua, inviting her to join a mission to the Divine Land.
  • Xu Yanwu reveals the true purpose of the mission: to find Ji Xuanyuan's (Ji Lin's) Saint Mark, which is inside Chi You, a Honkai Beast stronger than Judgment-class.
  • The mission involves a consultation meeting between the Far East Branch and the Divine Land Branch, and the dispatch of Valkyrie units and attack equipment from St. Freya Academy.

Character Developments

  • Fu Hua shows curiosity and concern about the mission's purpose and potential dangers.
  • Xu Yanwu demonstrates his strategic thinking and determination to settle the Chi You issue.

Significant Themes

  • The search for Ji Lin's Saint Mark and the need to confront Chi You highlight the theme of unfinished business and the consequences of past actions.
  • The collaboration between branches and the involvement of multiple Valkyries emphasize the theme of unity and cooperation in facing adversity.

Character Interactions

  • Fu Hua and Xu Yanwu discuss the mission's details, with Fu Hua expressing skepticism about the group's potential for trouble.
  • Xu Yanwu reveals the mission's true purpose to Fu Hua, showing trust in her and seeking her cooperation.
  • Theresa's involvement as the Director of the Far East Branch indicates her leadership role and commitment to the mission's objectives.

Ch. 633Divine Land Roster

Key Plot Points and Events

  • The personnel list for the exchange study program to the Divine Land is finalized: Lead Teachers (Theresa Apocalypse, Murata Himeko, Xu Yanwu, Yae Sakura) and Accompanying Students (Kiana Kaslana, Bronya Zaychik, Raiden Mei, Fu Hua), with Chaos as the accompanying pet.
  • Xing Yaxiao, in the Divine Land, completes her mission of eliminating Honkai Beasts in a mountain range, using her violent method of smashing their heads with a shield.
  • Cheng Lixue informs Xing Yaxiao about the upcoming exchange study program, revealing that the Far East Branch's visit is related to the Ying, Jiang, and Xing families.

Character Developments

  • Xing Yaxiao demonstrates her violent combat style and strong vitality against Honkai Beasts.
  • Cheng Lixue shows concern for Xing Yaxiao's violent methods but understands her unique approach to dealing with Honkai Beasts.

Significant Themes

  • The exchange study program's true purpose is hinted to be related to the powerful families in the Divine Land, suggesting political intrigue and potential conflict.
  • The theme of violent versus non-violent methods in combat is explored through Xing Yaxiao's and Cheng Lixue's differing approaches.

Character Interactions

  • Xing Yaxiao and Cheng Lixue maintain a friendly and familiar relationship, with Cheng Lixue acting as an informant and Xing Yaxiao expressing excitement at seeing Theresa again.
  • The list of personnel for the exchange study program suggests potential interactions and dynamics between the powerful characters involved.

Ch. 634Choosing Gifts

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Cheng Lixue informs Xing Yaxiao about the exchange study list, which includes Xu Yanwu and Fu Hua.
  • Xing Yaxiao expresses anxiety about Fu Hua's presence, fearing her strictness and her disapproval of the Ying and Jiang families.
  • Xing Yaxiao completes a Honkai Beast cleanup mission and returns to the branch.
  • Xu Yanwu considers what gifts to bring for his visit to Divine Land, deciding to seek Mei's help.

Character Developments

  • Xing Yaxiao shows nervousness and concern about Fu Hua's arrival, revealing her respect and fear of her ancestor.
  • Xu Yanwu demonstrates thoughtfulness and consideration for others, planning to bring gifts for his hosts and friends.
  • Mei shows responsibility and care for her sisters, planning to restock their fridge with discounted ingredients.

Significant Themes

  • Respect and Fear of Ancestors: Xing Yaxiao's anxiety highlights the reverence and apprehension Valkyries feel towards their ancestors.
  • Thoughtfulness and Consideration: Xu Yanwu's decision to bring gifts showcases his thoughtfulness and consideration for others.

Character Interactions

  • Cheng Lixue and Xing Yaxiao: Cheng Lixue comforts Xing Yaxiao, trying to ease her worries about Fu Hua's arrival.
  • Xu Yanwu and Mei: Xu Yanwu seeks Mei's help in choosing gifts, and Mei eagerly assists him while also planning to restock her fridge with discounted ingredients.

Ch. 635Eve of Departure

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Xu Yanwu and Mei go grocery shopping, with Mei buying very little.
  • Xu Yanwu returns home with groceries, and Welt Yang questions why he's still living there.
  • Xu Yanwu reveals his plans to go to Divine Land in a week and a half, with Theresa, Himeko, and Fu Hua accompanying him.
  • Welt Yang reads Xu Yanwu's drafts for "The Legend of Yan Emperor" using his abilities.
  • Xing Yaxiao and Cheng Lixue discuss Yingying's involvement in the exchange program and decide to visit her.
  • Yingying practices her spear techniques at the Ying family's estate, demonstrating her skill and power.

Character Developments

  • Xu Yanwu: Shows concern for Welt Yang's health and reveals his desire to stir up trouble in Divine Land due to past events.
  • Welt Yang: Recovers physically with Xu Yanwu's help and uses his abilities to read Xu Yanwu's drafts, showing curiosity and concern for Xu Yanwu's plans.
  • Yingying: Demonstrates her strength and skill with the Dragon Spear, hinting at her importance in the Ying family and Divine Land.

Significant Themes

  • Friendship and camaraderie (Xu Yanwu's concern for Welt Yang, Xing Yaxiao and Cheng Lixue's visit to Yingying)
  • Power and responsibility (Yingying's role as the head of the Ying family and wielder of the Dragon Spear)
  • Secrets and hidden intentions (Xu Yanwu's plans for Divine Land, Welt Yang reading Xu Yanwu's drafts)

Character Interactions

  • Xu Yanwu and Welt Yang: Show concern for each other's well-being and share a friendly, albeit sometimes argumentative, relationship.
  • Xing Yaxiao and Cheng Lixue: Display a close working relationship, discussing Yingying's situation and deciding to visit her together.
  • Yingying and her spear: Yingying's practice session highlights her skill and power, foreshadowing her importance in the story.

Ch. 636Departure

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Ying Yingying, the head of the Ying family and successor of the Dragon Spear, tests her spear skills and finds a list of visitors from the Far East Branch, including Xu Yanwu, her ancestor.
  • Ying Yingying becomes excited about the upcoming exchange program, especially the prospect of sparring with strong opponents like Fu Hua and Chaos.

Character Developments

  • Ying Yingying: Shows eagerness to improve her spear skills and engage in combat with powerful opponents.
  • Xu Yanwu: Revealed to be Ying Yingying's ancestor, leaving her interested in learning his spear techniques.

Significant Themes

  • Ancestry and lineage: Ying Yingying discovers her connection to Xu Yanwu, her ancestor, and expresses interest in learning from him.
  • Combat and growth: Ying Yingying's excitement for the exchange program highlights her desire to improve her skills through challenging fights.

Character Interactions

  • Ying Yingying: Interacts with the visitors through the list, expressing interest in sparring with Fu Hua and Chaos.
  • Xu Yanwu: Interacts with Kiana and the group, showing surprise at their extensive luggage for the trip to Divine Land.

Ch. 637The Journey

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Xu Yanwu, Fu Hua, and others are preparing to depart for the Divine Land Branch.
  • Theresa arrives late, carrying excessive luggage, causing some delay.
  • The group boards an airship, which will take them to the Divine Land Branch by 9:30 AM.
  • Xu Yanwu reflects on his past in Divine Land and the purpose of this trip.

Character Developments

  • Xu Yanwu shows concern for Theresa's well-being and expresses melancholy about returning to Divine Land.
  • Theresa displays childlike curiosity, despite her middle-aged actual age.
  • Himeko expresses pride in her ship, the Hyperion.

Significant Themes

  • The passage of time and change (Xu Yanwu's reflection on his past in Divine Land).
  • Childhood innocence vs. maturity (Theresa's behavior compared to Kiana and Yae Sakura).

Character Interactions

  • Xu Yanwu interacts with Fu Hua, Theresa, and Himeko, displaying concern, exasperation, and camaraderie.
  • Theresa interacts with Xu Yanwu and the group, showing tardiness, excessive luggage, and childlike curiosity.
  • Himeko interacts with Xu Yanwu, expressing pride in her ship and excluding him from sparring matches due to his non-Valkyrie status.

Ch. 638Aboard the Ship

Plot points and events

  • On the ship, Himeko tells Xu Yanwu that the Jiang Family is currently Shenzhou’s largest family, while the once-powerful Ying Family declined after an unexplained crisis. Its young leader, Ying Yingying, took over from her predecessor.
  • Xu Yanwu learns that Ying Yingying is not merely a young family head: she is one of Schicksal’s few S-rank Valkyries, Shenzhou’s strongest fighter, and wielder of the Dragon Spear—his legacy. Fu Hua confirms her strength, leaving Xu eager to meet her.
  • At the Divine Land Branch, the Jiang Family head explains to his daughter, Jiang Fanmi, that the visitors include people important enough to justify his personal welcome. He also asks after Ying Yingying, though he dismisses her as “just a little girl.”
  • Ying Yingying arrives with members of her family, greets the Jiang head politely, and exchanges a discreet, friendly greeting with Jiang Fanmi.
  • Xing Yaxiao warmly embraces Yingying and fusses over her, while Yingying protests that she is grown up. Cheng Lixue steps in, pats Yingying’s head, and reminds the group that the Far East Branch ship is about to arrive.

Character developments and interactions

  • Xu Yanwu revises his assumptions about Yingying: he now sees her as a formidable successor to his legacy and looks forward to meeting her. His playful exchange with Hundun shows his affection for the creature.
  • Ying Yingying is presented as powerful and responsible, yet still treated affectionately as a child by Xing Yaxiao and Cheng Lixue.
  • Jiang Fanmi and Yingying share a warm, familiar bond despite the formal gathering.
  • The Jiang Family head is cautious about the arriving delegation but condescending toward Yingying, contrasting his concern about the visitors with his dismissal of her.

Significant themes

  • Appearance versus ability: Yingying’s youth leads others to underestimate her, despite her exceptional strength and authority.
  • Legacy and succession: The Dragon Spear’s acceptance of Yingying suggests that Xu Yanwu’s legacy has passed to a worthy successor.
  • Affection and adulthood: Yingying’s insistence that she has grown up contrasts with the older characters’ enduring, protective view of her.
  • Family power and decline: The Jiang Family’s dominance and the Ying Family’s unexplained fall establish the political tensions surrounding the meeting.

Ch. 639Arrival

Key Plot Points and Events

  • The St. Freya ship reaches Divine Land, marking the end of their journey.
  • Xu Yanwu observes the welcoming crowd, noticing Xing Yaxiao, Cheng Lixue, Ying Yingying (carrying the Dragon Spear), and a red-haired girl (carrying the Shennong Ruler).
  • Xu Yanwu is intrigued by Ying Yingying's strength, as she's rumored to be the strongest in Divine Land.
  • Fu Hua suggests Xu Yanwu spar with Ying Yingying to gauge her strength.
  • Xu Yanwu clarifies his relationship with Xing Yaxiao and Ying Yingying, stating they are his inheritors but not biological descendants.
  • The group prepares to disembark, with Chaos, Kiana's pet, being the first to exit the ship.

Character Developments

  • Xu Yanwu shows curiosity and interest in Ying Yingying and the red-haired girl's strengths.
  • Fu Hua exhibits a casual, straightforward demeanor, asking Xu Yanwu about his relationship with their descendants.
  • Kiana is shown to be caring and playful, chasing after Chaos.

Significant Themes

  • Legacy and Inheritance: Xu Yanwu's inheritances (Dragon Spear, Shennong Ruler) are present in Divine Land, and their successors are revealed.
  • Strength and Power: The strength of Ying Yingying, the presumed strongest in Divine Land, is a topic of interest and speculation.
  • Family and Descendants: Xu Yanwu clarifies his relationship with Xing Yaxiao and Ying Yingying, emphasizing that they are not his biological descendants.

Character Interactions

  • Xu Yanwu observes the crowd below, noticing familiar faces and artifacts.
  • Fu Hua interacts with Xu Yanwu, asking about his relationship with their descendants and suggesting he spar with Ying Yingying.
  • Kiana interacts with Chaos, showing care and playfulness towards her pet.
  • Cheng Lixue observes Kiana, comparing her to the captain (Theresa).

Ch. 640Guesswork

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Kiana, Mei, and Bronya arrive at the Divine Land Branch, attracting attention due to their youthful appearances and perceived lack of strength.
  • Theresa, the leader of the Far East Branch, arrives with Himeko, Yae Sakura, and Higu Maru, causing a stir due to Theresa's small stature and Yae Sakura's unique ears.

Character Developments

  • Kiana: Shows childlike behavior but also displays a hint of her Valkyrie power when she senses being looked down upon.
  • Theresa: Maintains a childlike demeanor but is revealed to be an S-rank Valkyrie and the granddaughter of the Bishop of Destiny Headquarters.
  • Yae Sakura: Struggles with her luggage, revealing her youth and inexperience, but also shows determination and is protected by her familiar, Higu Maru.

Significant Themes

  • Perception vs. Reality: The exchange students are initially judged by their appearances, underestimating their strength and abilities.
  • Growth and Maturity: Despite their youthful appearances, the characters are powerful Valkyries with significant responsibilities.

Character Interactions

  • Kiana, Mei, and Bronya interact, with Mei and Bronya showing concern for Kiana's safety.
  • Theresa greets Cheng Lixue and Xing Yaxiao, showing familiarity and respect.
  • Yae Sakura interacts with Higu Maru, showing trust and dependence on her familiar.
  • The Divine Land Branch students discuss and speculate about the exchange students, revealing their initial impressions and biases.
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