Ch. 81A Thousand Years of Mischief, Broadening the Mind
Key Plot Points and Events
- Chen Tian and Little Girl, after a thousand years, continue their mischievous antics, this time disturbing a beast below Kunlun Mountain.
- They return to the Hall of the Three Pure Ones, where The Grand Pure One Laozi, annoyed by their behavior, attempts to refine Chen Tian in an alchemy furnace.
- Chen Tian is imprisoned in the furnace for ten thousand years of solitary confinement, while Little Girl escapes to find food.
- The Three Pure Ones discuss how Chen Tian's actions, though excessive, have helped broaden their minds and will aid them in achieving Sainthood within ten thousand years.
Character Developments
- Chen Tian: Continues his playful and mischievous behavior, showing no signs of change or maturity.
- Little Girl: Remains innocent and naive, following Chen Tian's lead and showing no fear of the Three Pure Ones.
- The Grand Pure One Laozi: Becomes increasingly exasperated with Chen Tian's behavior, leading to his imprisonment.
- The Three Pure Ones: Realize that Chen Tian's actions have helped them overcome a mental block, allowing them to progress towards Sainthood.
Significant Themes
- The passage of time and the lack of change in certain behaviors (Chen Tian's mischief).
- The influence of external factors on personal growth and enlightenment (Chen Tian's actions helping the Three Pure Ones).
- The consequences of one's actions (Chen Tian's imprisonment for his mischief).
Character Interactions
- Chen Tian and Little Girl: They continue their playful relationship, with Little Girl following Chen Tian's lead and Chen Tian protecting her.
- Chen Tian and The Grand Pure One Laozi: Their relationship remains strained due to Chen Tian's mischief, leading to his imprisonment.
- The Three Pure Ones: They discuss the impact of Chen Tian's actions on their personal growth and the progress they've made towards Sainthood.