Ch. 1861Facing the Wall
Key Plot Points and Events
- Mu Xuerong, after losing to Yu Taibai, returns to the Mu Family's Hall of the Killing God.
- She visits her father, Mu Haiji, who is bound by lightning in a cave behind the Ruling Stone Tablet mountain.
- Mu Xuerong reveals that Yu Taibai has closed the Buzhou Spirit Mountain to several noble families, including the Mu Family, and opened the Cloud Dragon Stream to others.
- Mu Haiji deduces that Yu Taibai's hint might be related to the stowaways from the Great Cosmos, specifically one of the ten Dao Children.
- On the Gu Family Floating Island, Yu Shenfeng discusses Yu Taibai's hint with his Senior Brother, who believes it might be directed at their Junior Brother.
Character Developments
- Mu Xuerong: Despite her loss, she remains composed and focused on her mission.
- Mu Haiji: He shows concern for his daughter but remains strategic and analytical about the situation.
- Yu Taibai: His strength continues to improve, and he demonstrates his dominance in the Divine Domain.
- Yu Shenfeng: He is excited about Yu Taibai's victory and speculates about the hint given in the Arena of the Gods.
- The Senior Brother (unnamed): He is more reserved and analytical, understanding the potential implications of Yu Taibai's hint.
Significant Themes
- Power dynamics and struggles among noble families.
- The consequences of past actions (Mu Haiji's decision to spare Yu Taibai).
- The importance of strategic thinking and adaptability (Mu Haiji, the Senior Brother).
Character Interactions
- Mu Xuerong and Mu Haiji: They discuss the situation and strategize their next moves.
- Yu Shenfeng and the Senior Brother: They discuss Yu Taibai's hint and the potential implications for their Junior Brother.