Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Qin Fengming faces Old Monster Miaoxie, a peak Spirit Severing stage cultivator, for the first time.
• Qin Fengming's Azure Frost Sword Art breaks through Miaoxie's secret art.
• Miaoxie disappears into a dense azure mist, and Qin Fengming clears it with his Profound Micro Pure Radiance Sword.
• Miaoxie uses an illusion ability, transporting Qin Fengming to a sealed space and surrounding him with eight illusory, spear-wielding figures.
• Qin Fengming faces a powerful, binding attack from the eight spears.

Character Developments

• Qin Fengming gains confidence in his Azure Frost Sword Art's power against a peak Spirit Severing stage cultivator.
• Qin Fengming demonstrates calm and strategic thinking under pressure.
• Old Monster Miaoxie reveals his illusory and invisibility abilities, showcasing his cunning and unpredictability.

Significant Themes

• The importance of understanding one's own abilities and limitations in battle.
• The power of illusions and invisibility in combat.
• The role of magic treasures in high-level cultivator battles.

Character Interactions

• Qin Fengming and Old Monster Miaoxie engage in a tense, strategic battle, with Miaoxie using his illusions to gain an advantage.
• Qin Fengming's calm and calculated responses to Miaoxie's attacks highlight his experience and wisdom.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Qin Fengming, confident in his Dragon Bone's power, faces a peak Spirit Severing stage cultivator, Old Monster Miaoxie.
• Miaoxie uses illusions (phantom figures) and a giant spear attack, which Qin Fengming counters with his Silver Spirit Shield and Profound Micro Pure Radiance Sword.
• Qin Fengming unleashes a replica of the Divine Emperor Seal to tie down Miaoxie while Dai Qin's essence soul prepares to intervene.

Character Developments

• Qin Fengming demonstrates his combat prowess and strategic thinking, using his Silver Spirit Shield and sword skills to counter Miaoxie's attacks, and employing the Divine Emperor Seal to keep Miaoxie occupied.
• Dai Qin's essence soul, having recovered to its peak, is ready to engage Miaoxie directly.

Significant Themes

• The power of preparation and anticipation, as Qin Fengming's knowledge of Miaoxie's abilities allows him to counter the attacks effectively.
• The strategic use of resources, with Qin Fengming employing the Divine Emperor Seal to tie down Miaoxie while Dai Qin's essence soul makes the decisive move.

Character Interactions

• Qin Fengming and Dai Qin's essence soul communicate telepathically, with Qin Fengming providing information and support, and Dai Qin preparing to engage Miaoxie directly.
• Qin Fengming and Miaoxie engage in a battle of wits and skills, with Miaoxie using illusions and powerful attacks, and Qin Fengming countering with his Silver Spirit Shield, sword skills, and strategic use of the Divine Emperor Seal.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Qin Fengming realizes his attacks against Old Monster Miaoxie were ineffective, and he decides to summon Dai Qin to handle the situation.
• Dai Qin, in his essence soul form, engages in a fierce battle with Old Monster Miaoxie within a dense yin mist.
• Dai Qin successfully captures Old Monster Miaoxie, ending the threat to the Wu family.

Character Developments

• Qin Fengming demonstrates his strategic thinking and concern for Dai Qin's safety.
• Wu Wenzhong gains a newfound respect for Qin Fengming's power and understands why he offered to help the Wu family.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics and restrictions between families in E'shan City.
• The importance of strategic thinking and adaptability in combat.

Character Interactions

• Qin Fengming and Wu Wenzhong discuss the situation and the potential involvement of the Hu family.
• Qin Fengming decides to investigate the surrounding area for any remaining Hu family spies.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Hu family, a powerful cultivator clan, discusses the recent surge of Origin Energy from the Wu family's ancestral home, indicating that a cultivator named Miao Xie is attacking the Wu family.
• The Hu family had secretly hired Miao Xie to destroy the Wu family but is now concerned about the potential backlash and Miao Xie's future intentions.
• The Hu family's communication with their Integration stage cultivators monitoring the Wu family is suddenly cut off, suggesting that those cultivators might be in danger.

Character Developments

• Middle-Aged Cultivator (Hu Family Ancestor): He is a peak Spirit Severing cultivator, calm and collected, with a hidden fierce glint in his eyes. He is cautious and strategic, planning to eliminate Miao Xie after using him to destroy the Wu family.
• Si Qi (Old Man): A late Spirit Severing stage cultivator, he initially expresses joy at the Wu family's plight but later shows concern about the risks involved in hiring Miao Xie. He is sent to guard the Wu family's ancestral land after the old man's departure.
• Si Qing (Beautiful Female Cultivator): A mid Spirit Severing stage cultivator, she is initially joyful but becomes apprehensive about Miao Xie's abilities and the potential danger to the Hu family. She is tasked with monitoring E'shan City's response to the Wu family's annihilation.

Significant Themes

• Power Dynamics: The Hu family's actions are driven by their desire to gain power and control over the Wu family's ancestral land.
• Caution and Cunning: The Hu family, particularly the ancestor, exhibits caution and cunning in their dealings with Miao Xie, showing that they are aware of the risks involved in their actions.
• Loyalty and Hierarchy: The Hu family members show loyalty to their ancestor and follow his instructions without question, demonstrating the hierarchical structure within the clan.

Character Interactions

• Hu Family Ancestor, Si Qi, and Si Qing: The three discuss the Wu family's situation, express their concerns about Miao Xie, and make plans to deal with the aftermath of the Wu family's annihilation.
• Si Qi and Si Qing: They work together to send a message to their Integration stage cultivators monitoring the Wu family, only to find that they cannot communicate with them, suggesting that those cultivators are in trouble.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Qin Fengming captures eight Integration stage cultivators from the Hu family who were surveilling the Wu family.
• Qin Fengming visits two ancient altars and Black Iron Valley with Wu Xuantang, finding nothing significant at the altars but noticing high Black Iron content in the valley's rocks.
• Qin Fengming senses a Spirit Severing realm cultivator approaching Black Iron Valley.

Character Developments

• Qin Fengming demonstrates his powerful divine sense, comparable to a Profound tier great expert, by easily locating and capturing the Hu family cultivators.
• Wu Xuantang shows initiative and knowledge about the Wu family's ancestral land, volunteering to guide Qin Fengming.

Significant Themes

• The power of divine sense and its importance in cultivation and combat.
• The mystery and allure of the Wu family's ancestral land, particularly Black Iron Valley.
• The growing tension and potential threat from the Hu family.

Character Interactions

• Qin Fengming and Wu Wenzhong: Qin Fengming requests Wu Wenzhong's assistance in inspecting the altars and Black Iron Valley. Wu Wenzhong allows Wu Xuantang to guide Qin Fengming.
• Qin Fengming and Wu Xuantang: Qin Fengming and Wu Xuantang travel together, with Wu Xuantang providing information about the locations they visit. They maintain a respectful and cooperative dynamic.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Qin Fengming and Wu Xuantang encounter Hu Siqi, a late Spirit Severing stage cultivator and ancestor of the Hu family, in the Black Iron Valley.
• Hu Siqi recognizes Wu Xuantang and Qin Fengming, revealing the Hu family's sinister intentions towards the Wu family and the Black Iron Valley.
• Qin Fengming attacks Hu Siqi using his Qinglin Sword Light, aiming to capture and interrogate him about the valley's secrets.

Character Developments

• Wu Xuantang gains confidence in Qin Fengming's presence, showing no fear towards Hu Siqi.
• Hu Siqi underestimates Qin Fengming's power, initially showing no fear but later realizing the severity of the situation.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics between cultivators of different stages, with Qin Fengming's confidence stemming from his ability to challenge a higher-stage cultivator.
• The theme of secrets and hidden knowledge, with the Black Iron Valley's mysteries driving the actions of the Hu family and Qin Fengming.

Character Interactions

• Wu Xuantang and Qin Fengming work together, with Wu Xuantang retreating as Qin Fengming engages Hu Siqi.
• Qin Fengming and Hu Siqi engage in a battle of words before the fight begins, revealing their intentions and underestimations.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Qin Fengming demonstrates the power of his Qinglin Sword Light, unleashing hundreds of attacks instantly, each as powerful as a late Spirit Severing stage cultivator's full-force strike.
• Hu Siqi, a late Spirit Severing stage cultivator, is overwhelmed by Qin Fengming's relentless attacks and decides to use a forbidden secret art to turn the tide.
• Qin Fengming counters with the Dragon Bone, a powerful weapon, and strikes Hu Siqi, interrupting his secret art and causing severe injuries.
• Hu Siqi attempts to flee but is stopped by Qin Fengming, who uses a small sword to pierce Hu Siqi's body and immobilizes him with silk threads.

Character Developments

• Qin Fengming: Proves to be a formidable opponent, even against a late Spirit Severing stage cultivator, showcasing his powerful techniques and weapons.
• Hu Siqi: Initially confident, he becomes desperate and resorts to a forbidden secret art when overwhelmed. His attempt to flee fails, leading to his defeat.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics: Qin Fengming's strength and techniques outmatch Hu Siqi's, highlighting the power imbalance between them.
• Desperation and recklessness: Hu Siqi's decision to engage in close combat and his use of a forbidden secret art demonstrate his growing desperation.

Character Interactions

• Qin Fengming vs. Hu Siqi: The two cultivators engage in a fierce battle, with Qin Fengming ultimately defeating Hu Siqi, showcasing his superior strength and tactics.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Qin Fengming and Wu Xuantang witness a massive Heaven and Earth Origin Energy surge.
• Hu Siqi, a late Spirit Severing stage cultivator, is incapacitated by Qin Fengming.
• Qin Fengming extracts Hu Siqi's Nascent Soul and attempts to interrogate it about the Black Iron Valley's secrets.

Character Developments

• Wu Xuantang: Shows shock and awe at Qin Fengming's power and methods.
• Qin Fengming: Demonstrates his ability to extract and interrogate Nascent Souls, revealing his proficiency and ruthlessness.
• Hu Siqi's Nascent Soul: Initially defiant, it eventually succumbs to fear and agrees to reveal the Black Iron Valley's secrets.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and fear: Qin Fengming's power instills fear in his enemies, making them compliant.
• Soul searching: Qin Fengming prefers to avoid soul searching but is willing to do so when necessary.
• Reincarnation and survival: The Nascent Soul clings to the hope of reincarnation to continue its existence.

Character Interactions

• Qin Fengming and Wu Xuantang: Wu Xuantang is amazed by Qin Fengming's strength and methods.
• Qin Fengming and Hu Siqi's Nascent Soul: Qin Fengming intimidates and threatens the Nascent Soul, eventually coercing it to reveal information.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Hu Siqi's Nascent Soul reveals the existence of the legendary 'Dazzling Light Myriad Wonders Water' in Black Iron Valley.
• Qin Fengming and Wu Xuantang are shocked by this revelation, as the water is one of the three divine waters of the Immortal Realm.
• Qin Fengming decides to investigate underground, with Wu Xuantang acting as a guardian for Hu Siqi.

Character Developments

• Qin Fengming demonstrates his wisdom and strategic thinking by sparing Hu Siqi's life and using Wu Xuantang as a guardian, ensuring the safety of both and gaining their cooperation.
• Hu Siqi shows resilience and acceptance of his situation, understanding that Qin Fengming's actions are not entirely altruistic but still beneficial for him.
• Wu Xuantang displays loyalty to his family and respect for Qin Fengming, agreeing to protect Hu Siqi without question.

Significant Themes

• The pursuit of power and precious resources (Dazzling Light Myriad Wonders Water) drives the actions of the characters.
• Strategic alliances and cooperation are necessary for achieving common goals.
• Resilience and acceptance of one's circumstances are shown by Hu Siqi.

Character Interactions

• Qin Fengming and Hu Siqi: Qin Fengming spares Hu Siqi's life and provides him with a healing pill, while Hu Siqi accepts Qin Fengming's help without expressing gratitude.
• Qin Fengming and Wu Xuantang: Qin Fengming entrusts Wu Xuantang with guarding Hu Siqi, showing trust in Wu Xuantang's capabilities and loyalty.
• Wu Xuantang and Hu Siqi: Wu Xuantang agrees to protect Hu Siqi, showing respect for Qin Fengming's request and understanding of his family's situation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Qin Fengming enters Black Iron Valley, easily penetrating the tough Black Iron Stone using Profound Extreme Light.
• Wu Xuantang, astonished by Qin Fengming's feat, suspects Qin is from a mysterious, powerful organization controlling the Nightmare Moon Realm.
• Qin Fengming descends a few hundred zhang to verify the presence of an elusive energy within the Black Iron Stone, then returns to the surface.
• Qin Fengming decides to enter from another direction to explore what lies deeper underground.
• Qin Fengming disappears for several days, leaving the Wu family worried about his safety and the fate of the Hu family ancestor they've captured.

Character Developments

• Qin Fengming demonstrates his incredible power and control over Profound Extreme Light, further cementing his status as a formidable cultivator.
• Wu Xuantang's respect and awe for Qin Fengming grow, leading him to suspect Qin is part of a mysterious, powerful organization.
• Wu Wenzhong and the other Wu family cultivators become increasingly anxious about Qin Fengming's safety and the potential danger posed by the captured Hu family ancestor.

Significant Themes

• The power of Profound Extreme Light and its potential to alter the properties of materials like Black Iron Stone.
• The mysterious organization within the Nightmare Moon Realm, hinted to be incredibly powerful and influential.
• The tension between the Wu and Hu families, with the Hu family's intention to eradicate the Wu family and the Wu family's capture of a Hu family ancestor.

Character Interactions

• Wu Xuantang and Qin Fengming: Wu Xuantang is left speechless and reverent after witnessing Qin Fengming's feat, leading him to suspect Qin is part of the mysterious organization.
• Wu Wenzhong and Qin Fengming: Wu Wenzhong, along with other Wu family cultivators, becomes increasingly anxious about Qin Fengming's safety during his exploration of the Black Iron Valley.
• Qin Fengming and the Hu family ancestor: Qin Fengming captures the Hu family ancestor, leaving him injured and desperate to repair his physical body. The Wu family is unsure how to handle their captive.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Qin Fengming discovers Dazzling Light Myriad Wonders Water, one of the Three Great Divine Waters, in the Black Iron Valley.
• He encounters difficulties in collecting the water due to its powerful artistic conception, which affects the soul and seals the Five Elements' power.
• After three days of failed attempts, Qin Fengming remembers the Chaos Purple Qi Goblet, which resists the artistic conception, allowing him to collect the water.

Character Developments

• Qin Fengming demonstrates his determination and perseverance in obtaining the divine water, even when faced with insurmountable challenges.
• He shows resourcefulness by trying various methods and treasures to overcome the artistic conception.
• Qin Fengming's connection with the Chaos Purple Qi Goblet deepens, revealing its power when he needs it most.

Significant Themes

• Perseverance: Qin Fengming's relentless pursuit of the divine water despite the challenges highlights the theme of perseverance.
• Power of Connection: The bond between Qin Fengming and the Chaos Purple Qi Goblet showcases the power of connection, as the goblet aids him when he needs it most.

Character Interactions

• Qin Fengming interacts with Hu Siqi and the Wu family members, who are aware of his possession of the divine water but cannot verify it due to his strength.
• Qin Fengming's spirit beasts and insects react differently to the artistic conception, with the level four Crimson Fox Rat showing resistance.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Qin Fengming obtains the Dazzling Light Myriad Wonders Water, a peculiar and powerful item.
• He releases the captured Hu family cultivators, including a late Spirit Severing stage expert, after they swear a blood curse not to harm the Wu family.
• Qin Fengming leaves the Wu family a storage bracelet containing useful materials and departs E'shan City.

Character Developments

• Qin Fengming demonstrates his benevolence by protecting the Wu family and showing mercy to the Hu family cultivators.
• Hu Si Qi, the Hu family ancestor, experiences a significant change in his attitude towards Qin Fengming, acknowledging his power and mercy.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and respect: Qin Fengming's actions and the Hu family's response highlight the respect given to power and strength in the cultivation world.
• Benevolence and mercy: Qin Fengming's decision to spare the Hu family cultivators and protect the Wu family shows his benevolent nature, despite his formidable abilities.

Character Interactions

• Qin Fengming and Hu Si Qi: Their interaction showcases the power imbalance between them, with Hu Si Qi acknowledging Qin Fengming's strength and thanking him for sparing their lives.
• Qin Fengming and the Wu family: Qin Fengming's actions demonstrate his gratitude towards the Wu family for their assistance, leaving them a valuable storage bracelet before his departure.

Plot Points and Events

• Qin Fengming travels from the Snowy Domain to the Tianlan Domain using teleportation arrays, minimizing risks.
• He collects rare materials in the Nightmare Moon Realm for potential profit in the Tianhong Realm.
• Qin Fengming arrives near the Tianlan Domain, stopping at Xiaoshan City to prepare for the Treasure Selection Convention.

Character Developments

• Qin Fengming demonstrates his cautious nature and resourcefulness, using his identity token to travel efficiently and collect valuable materials.

Significant Themes

• The differences in cultivation and societal structures between the Nightmare Moon Realm (Winged Race) and the Tianhong Realm (Human race) are explored.
• The scarcity of cultivation techniques and secret arts in the Nightmare Moon Realm is highlighted.

Character Interactions

• Qin Fengming interacts with local cultivators and market vendors to gather information and collect materials, but no significant interpersonal interactions are mentioned in this chapter.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Qin Fengming learns about the Xiaoshan Treasure Selection Convention, which happens every 500 years and attracts tens of thousands of cultivators.
• He rents a room in a restaurant but is interrupted by a young female cultivator (Shu) who seeks his help, claiming she's being pursued.
• Shu activates the room's restriction to hide from their pursuers, who are angry because she stole from them.

Character Developments

• Qin Fengming: Initially uninterested in Shu's affairs, he becomes involved due to her actions. He remains calm and collected despite the unexpected situation.
• Shu: She is clever, anxious, and somewhat impulsive. Despite her youth, she's at the early Spirit Severing stage and has a strong spirit.

Significant Themes

• Unexpected encounters and their consequences.
• The power dynamics and potential dangers within the cultivator world.

Character Interactions

• Qin Fengming and Shu: Their interaction is brief but intense. Shu is proactive and assertive, while Qin Fengming is initially hesitant but eventually accommodates her.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A female cultivator in the Spirit Severing realm, appearing to be around 17-18 but actually thousands of years old, enters Qin Fengming's room.
• Qin Fengming, also in the Spirit Severing realm, is puzzled by her behavior.
• The female cultivator attacks Qin Fengming, demonstrating exceptional speed and physical strength.
• After a brief exchange, neither pursues further combat.
• The female cultivator uses a mysterious yellow item to enhance her physical toughness.
• Cultivators outside the room attack the restriction barrier, trying to enter.

Character Developments

• Qin Fengming: Shows composure and strength in handling the unexpected situation. He's confident in his physical prowess and isn't easily threatened.
• Female Cultivator: Initially appears naive, but reveals exceptional combat skills and a mysterious item to boost her physical strength. She's calm and collected, showing no fear despite being outnumbered.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics: The female cultivator's strength and mysterious item challenge Qin Fengming's initial perception of her as weak.
• Age and appearance: The female cultivator's true age is hidden by her youthful appearance, reflecting the deceptive nature of cultivators.

Character Interactions

• Qin Fengming and the female cultivator: They initially threaten each other but quickly move to a more cooperative stance. Their interaction is marked by mutual respect and curiosity.
• Qin Fengming and the cultivators outside: Qin Fengming is aware of their presence but can't interact with them due to the restriction barrier.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A group of cultivators, led by one named Tian Qingquan, is searching for a female cultivator (Fairy Shuyu) in an inn, banging on doors and causing a commotion.
• Fairy Shuyu is hiding in Qin Fengming's room, having snatched his restriction token earlier.
• Qin Fengming realizes Fairy Shuyu is a skilled cultivator and fears she might implicate him if he reveals himself.
• Qin Fengming learns that the group outside consists of two peak Spirit Severing, one late Spirit Severing, and four mid Spirit Severing cultivators.
• Fairy Shuyu invites Qin Fengming to join her in exploring the Burial Saint Valley, but he declines, saying he's only there for the Xiaoshan City Treasure Selection Convention.

Character Developments

• Qin Fengming: Shows caution and strategic thinking, not wanting to attract unnecessary trouble. He's strong in physical combat and has a keen mind.
• Fairy Shuyu: Reveals herself to be a skilled and knowledgeable cultivator. She's bold, unpredictable, and has a high profile in the Lindan Domain. She's interested in the Burial Saint Valley and is open about her intentions.

Significant Themes

• Power Dynamics: The cultivators' actions and reactions highlight the power dynamics among cultivators, with those of higher cultivation levels or strength holding more influence.
• Opportunity vs. Risk: The Burial Saint Valley represents a significant opportunity, but also great risk, reflecting the theme of risk-reward balance in cultivation.

Character Interactions

• Qin Fengming and Fairy Shuyu: Their interaction is tense initially due to Fairy Shuyu's actions, but they exchange information and consider temporary cooperation. Qin Fengming is intrigued by Fairy Shuyu's knowledge and boldness, while she's impressed by his strength.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Qin Fengming meets a female cultivator, Shu Yu, who reveals the existence of the Burial Saint Valley, a place where Mahayana cultivators of the Nightmare Moon Realm transcend their tribulations.
• The Burial Saint Valley is described as a dangerous and mysterious location, with numerous Spirit Severing cultivators having perished there.
• Entry to the Burial Saint Valley is restricted, requiring passage through the Snow Nether Palace's selection process, and is only permitted for twenty years every three hundred years.

Character Developments

• Qin Fengming: Shows curiosity and determination to explore the Burial Saint Valley, revealing his ambitious nature and resolve.
• Shu Yu: Demonstrates knowledge of the Nightmare Moon Realm's history and dangers, and expresses hope to enter the Burial Saint Valley with Qin Fengming.

Significant Themes

• Ambition and risk-taking: Qin Fengming's desire to explore the Burial Saint Valley despite its dangers reflects his ambitious nature.
• Power dynamics: The Burial Saint Valley's restrictions and the need to pass the Snow Nether Palace's tests highlight the power dynamics within the Nightmare Moon Realm.

Character Interactions

• Qin Fengming and Shu Yu: They engage in a conversation about the Burial Saint Valley, with Shu Yu providing information and Qin Fengming expressing interest in exploring it together. Their interaction suggests a potential alliance for future adventures.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shu Yu, a Lindan Domain cultivator, invites Qin Fengming to accompany her to the Burial Saint Valley, promising precious treasures and rare materials.
• Qin Fengming initially hesitates but agrees after learning about materials needed for his goals in the Nightmare Moon Realm.
• Shu Yu stays with Qin Fengming for two months before leaving for the Treasure Selection Convention.
• Qin Fengming attends the Treasure Selection Convention, expecting to find materials for his cultivation and other needs.

Character Developments

• Shu Yu: Reveals her knowledge of the Burial Saint Valley's treasures and her intention to explore its depths.
• Qin Fengming: Shows reluctance to commit to the Burial Saint Valley trip but eventually agrees due to potential benefits. He also expresses his expectations for the Treasure Selection Convention.

Significant Themes

• Opportunity vs. Risk: Shu Yu presents an opportunity for valuable treasures in the Burial Saint Valley, but it requires time and risk.
• Cultivation Resources: The Treasure Selection Convention and the Burial Saint Valley are portrayed as significant sources of rare materials and treasures crucial for cultivation.

Character Interactions

• Shu Yu and Qin Fengming: They have a brief but meaningful conversation about the Burial Saint Valley and the Treasure Selection Convention, leading to an understanding between them.
• Qin Fengming and a Core Formation stage cultivator: Qin Fengming asks this cultivator about the venue for high-level cultivators, revealing his lack of knowledge about the convention's proceedings.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Qin Fengming arrives late at the Treasure Selection Convention venue in Xiaoshan City.
• He learns that there's a time limit for entry, and he must pay one million mid-grade Spirit Stones for a late teleportation.
• He teleports to the convention site, a valley with a vast square where thousands of cultivators are gathered.
• The convention is about to begin, with cultivators imprinting their items onto crystal steles for selection.

Character Developments

• Qin Fengming demonstrates his wealth and decisiveness by paying the hefty teleportation fee without hesitation.
• He shows curiosity and a desire to learn about the differences between the Nightmare Moon Realm's and Tianhong Realm's exchange meetings.

Significant Themes

• Wealth and Power: The high teleportation fee emphasizes the value of time and resources in the cultivation world.
• Cultivation and Competition: The Treasure Selection Convention highlights the competitive nature of cultivators seeking rare resources.

Character Interactions

• Qin Fengming interacts briefly with a middle-aged cultivator and an old man ( Integration stage) at the Danxia Hall, who provide him with information and teleportation services.
• He observes thousands of cultivators gathered at the square, but there's no direct interaction among them yet, as the convention has not begun.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Qin Fengming encounters a mid-stage Profound Spirit great expert, Cloud Swallow Heavenly Venerable, who is supporting the event.
• Qin Fengming learns about the Treasure Selection Convention's rules: participants must list ten precious items of equivalent grade to what they need.
• Qin Fengming discovers that the Nightmare Moon Realm cultivators prioritize physical body cultivation over magic treasures, leading to a different perception of precious materials.

Character Developments

• Qin Fengming demonstrates strong inner fortitude and composure when facing a Profound tier great expert.
• Qin Fengming gains a deeper understanding of the Nightmare Moon Realm's cultivators and their preferences.

Significant Themes

• The contrast in cultivation practices and values between the Nightmare Moon Realm and the Tianhong Realm.
• The importance of understanding and adapting to cultural differences in inter-realm interactions.

Character Interactions

• Qin Fengming interacts with an Integration stage cultivator from Xiaoshan City, who explains the event's rules and the local cultivators' preferences.
• Qin Fengming observes and assesses Cloud Swallow Heavenly Venerable, a Profound tier great expert.