Ch. 61Wood Duke and Golden Mother
Key Plot Points and Events
- Old Ancestor Hongjun enfeoffs the East King Duke as the Wood Duke, head of male immortals, and bestows him the Dragon Head Cane and Golden Tome.
- The East King Duke accepts his new title, excited about his future status.
- Old Ancestor Hongjun then enfeoffs the Queen Mother of the West as the Golden Mother, head of female immortals, and bestows her the Pure Water Bowl and Golden Tome.
- The Queen Mother of the West accepts her new title but remains indifferent to the position's implications.
- After the enfeoffment, the three thousand great powers return to the Primordial Desolation, and news of the appointments spreads.
- Rogue Immortals rush to Overseas Penglai Immortal Island and West Kunlun to pay homage to the new heads.
- Jiang Yun and his group discuss the implications of the appointments and decide to avoid involvement in the brewing conflict.
Character Developments
- East King Duke (Wood Duke): Becomes the head of male immortals, excited about his new status and power.
- Queen Mother of the West (Golden Mother): Accepts her new title but remains indifferent, planning to maintain order without provoking other powerful immortals.
- Jiang Yun: Recognizes the potential threat from the Demon Clan regarding Mount Sumeru's reliance on starlight and suggests planning for this.
Significant Themes
- Power and Status: The East King Duke's excitement and the Queen Mother of the West's indifference highlight the differing views on power and status among immortals.
- Conflict and Avoidance: The brewing conflict between the East King Duke and Di Jun, and Jiang Yun's group's decision to avoid involvement, emphasize the delicate balance of power in the Primordial Desolation.
Character Interactions
- Old Ancestor Hongjun and the East King Duke/Queen Mother of the West: Hongjun enfeoffs the East King Duke and Queen Mother of the West, bestowing them titles and spiritual treasures, marking the beginning of their new roles.
- Jiang Yun and his group: They discuss the implications of the appointments, with Zhunti and Jiang Yun analyzing the potential conflict, and Jieyin suggesting they avoid involvement. Jiang Yun also raises the issue of the Demon Clan's potential threat to Mount Sumeru.