Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Chen and Zhunti engage in a fierce battle. Jiang Chen uses his Law of Lightning, but Zhunti manages to defend against it using his Green Lotus Sword and White Lotus Sword.
• Zhunti uses the Twelve-Grade Golden Lotus of Merit to empower the Western Religion's disciples, turning the tide of the battle against the Intercepting Sect.
• Xuan Du of the Human Religion arrives to aid the Intercepting Sect, shocking the Primordial Era.

Character Developments

• Jiang Chen demonstrates his power and determination in battle, but struggles against Zhunti's strength and tactics.
• Zhunti reveals his desperation and willingness to use powerful artifacts to protect his religion.
• Xuan Du's arrival shows his loyalty to the Intercepting Sect and his desire to maintain the balance of power in the Primordial Era.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics between different religions and sects in the Primordial Era.
• The consequences of Zhunti's actions and the Western Religion's ambition.
• The complex relationships between Saints and their disciples.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Chen and Zhunti's battle showcases their skills and determination, with Zhunti's use of the Twelve-Grade Golden Lotus of Merit leading to a tense situation for Jiang Chen.
• Xuan Du's arrival changes the dynamics of the battle, showing his support for the Intercepting Sect and his desire to maintain balance.
• The reactions of other Saints (Pingxin, Nuwa) to Xuan Du's arrival hint at their own intentions and dissatisfaction with Zhunti's actions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Laozi, a Saint, directly intervenes in the conflict between the Intercepting Sect and the Western Religion.
• Xuan Du, Laozi's disciple, arrives to assist the Intercepting Sect.
• The Twelve Golden Immortals of the Heavenly Origin Sect, disciples of Venerable Yuanshi, another Saint, also arrive to help the Intercepting Sect.

Character Developments

• Jiang Chen's concern for his junior and junior sisters softens upon Xuan Du's arrival.
• Xuan Du shows respect towards Jiang Chen, acknowledging his strength.
• The Twelve Golden Immortals display unity and respect towards Sect Master Tongtian.

Significant Themes

• The intervention of Saints in the conflict, hinting at a larger power struggle.
• The importance of unity and mutual respect among allies, as seen in the interactions between the Intercepting Sect disciples and the newcomers.

Character Interactions

• Xuan Du greets Sect Master Tongtian and Jiang Chen respectfully, acknowledging their status.
• The Twelve Golden Immortals bow to Sect Master Tongtian as juniors, showing respect for his position.
• Jiang Chen expresses gratitude towards Xuan Du for his assistance.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A Daoist explains to a cultivator surnamed Li about the Twelve Golden Immortals of Chan Sect, revealing that they have advanced beyond the Golden Immortal realm.
• The Twelve Golden Immortals arrive and display their auras, shocking the cultivators of the Primordial Era.
• Tensions rise between the Intercepting Sect and the Chan Sect disciples, with the latter looking down on the former.
• Zhunti and Jieyin threaten the Intercepting Sect, leading to a tense standoff.
• Zhunti attempts to bypass Jiang Chen and attack Duobao, but Jiang Chen intervenes, revealing his grasp of Dao Markings (a portion of Saint's rules), shocking Zhunti.

Character Developments

• Cultivator Li: Realizes the true power of the Twelve Golden Immortals of Chan Sect.
• The Twelve Golden Immortals: Display their pride and arrogance, looking down on the Intercepting Sect disciples.
• Zhunti: Shocked and disbelieving upon seeing Jiang Chen's grasp of Dao Markings.
• Jiang Chen: Reveals his understanding of Saint's rules, further solidifying his status as a powerhouse.

Significant Themes

• Arrogance and pride among cultivators, leading to tension and conflict.
• The revelation of hidden strengths and abilities, shifting the power dynamics.
• The camaraderie between the Intercepting Sect and the Chan Sect, despite their separation.

Character Interactions

• The Daoist and Cultivator Li: The Daoist explains the true power of the Twelve Golden Immortals to Li.
• The Twelve Golden Immortals and the Intercepting Sect disciples: The Chan Sect disciples display arrogance and disdain towards the Intercepting Sect disciples.
• Zhunti and Jiang Chen: Zhunti attempts to attack Duobao, but Jiang Chen intervenes, revealing his grasp of Dao Markings and shocking Zhunti.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Chen faces off against Saint Zhunti, who is angered by Jiang Chen's arrogance and disrespect.
• Zhunti attacks Jiang Chen with his Green Lotus Sword, but Jiang Chen uses his Innate Dao Patterns to break free from the confinement.
• Jiang Chen instructs his allies and charges towards Zhunti, while the Heavenly Origin Sect, Human Religion, and Intercepting Sect engage in battle with the Western Religion's Buddhas.
• Zhunti uses the Seven Treasures Wonderful Tree to defend against Jiang Chen's God-Slaying Spear, leaving a mark on the tree.

Character Developments

• Jiang Chen demonstrates his ability to contend with a Saint, shocking his allies and proving his unique prowess.
• Zhunti, despite his status as a Saint, is humiliated and angered by Jiang Chen's actions, showing his pride and fragility.
• Xuan Du, Jiang Chen's nominal junior disciple, is profoundly shocked by Jiang Chen's strength and realizes the vast gap between them.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics between Saints and non-Saints, with Jiang Chen challenging the notion that "All below Saints are Ants."
• The pride and fragility of Saints, as seen through Zhunti's reactions.
• The unity of the three sects of the Xuanmen against the Western Religion, highlighting their shared struggle against heresy.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Chen and Zhunti's confrontation highlights the power gap between Saints and non-Saints, with Jiang Chen challenging this dynamic.
• Xuan Du's shock and realization of the gap between him and Jiang Chen showcases the latter's unique talent and achievements.
• The alliance between the Heavenly Origin Sect, Human Religion, and Intercepting Sect against the Western Religion emphasizes their shared goal and unity.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhunti, shocked by Jiang Chen's power, decides to kill him.
• A primordial ferocious beast, the Six-Winged Blood-Winged Black Mosquito (Daoist Mosquito), appears, having been enlightened by Jiang Chen tens of thousands of years ago.
• Daoist Mosquito infiltrates the Western Religion, devours their Twelve-Grade Golden Lotus of Merit, and causes a significant loss of merit power and destiny.
• Golden Cicada, another primordial ferocious beast enlightened by Jiang Chen, establishes Lesser Vehicle Buddhism, drawing away a substantial number of Western Religion followers and further weakening them.

Character Developments

• Zhunti's determination to kill Jiang Chen grows stronger.
• Daoist Mosquito demonstrates its cunning and power by infiltrating the Western Religion and devouring their sacred artifact.
• Golden Cicada reveals its true power and establishes a new Buddhist sect, showing its loyalty to Jiang Chen and his teachings.

Significant Themes

• The power of destiny and its influence on religions and their followers.
• The consequences of manipulating destiny and the backlash that can occur.
• The theme of loyalty and the bond between Jiang Chen and the primordial ferocious beasts he enlightened.

Character Interactions

• Zhunti and Jiang Chen's intense battle, with Zhunti becoming increasingly determined to kill Jiang Chen.
• Daoist Mosquito and the Western Religion, showcasing the mosquito's cunning and power as it infiltrates and weakens them.
• Golden Cicada and the Western Religion followers, demonstrating the cicada's immense Buddhist Dharma and its ability to draw followers to its new sect.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Merit from the horizon descends, a portion landing on Jiang Chen, confirming Tongtian's suspicions about his disciple's involvement in Lesser Vehicle Buddhism.
• Jiang Chen receives a vast amount of Merit, more than expected, which he shares with Golden Cicada.
• Zhunti, realizing Jiang Chen's involvement, attacks in anger, leading to a direct clash with Jiang Chen, resulting in a draw.
• The Buddhist cultivators, without Merit, struggle against the Three Sects' disciples, who gain the upper hand due to their determination and momentum.

Character Developments

• Jiang Chen's strength and realm grow, pushing him another significant step forward towards Quasi-Saint Perfection.
• Golden Cicada reveals his unique Dao, taking himself as the Dao.
• Zhunti's confidence is shaken after his clash with Jiang Chen.

Significant Themes

• The power of Merit and its role in Buddhism.
• The importance of determination and momentum in battle.
• The struggle between the Western Religion and the Orthodox Xuanmen.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Chen and Zhunti clash, revealing Jiang Chen's formidable strength.
• The Three Sects' disciples vs. the Western Religion's cultivators, showcasing the determination and momentum of the former.
• Jiang Chen and Golden Cicada, with Jiang Chen expressing surprise at Golden Cicada's unique Dao.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhunti, enraged by Jiang Chen's actions, confronts him, revealing his true power and intent to kill Jiang Chen.
• Zhunti immobilizes Jiang Chen using the Seven Treasures Wonderful Tree and attacks with his White Lotus and Green Lotus swords.
• Jiang Chen activates his Great Formation of the Twelve Heavenly Gods and Demons and the Wuji Apricot-Yellow Banner to defend against Zhunti's attack.
• Jiang Chen narrowly escapes Zhunti's initial attack but is left injured.
• Daoist Mosquito appears, bowing to Jiang Chen and addressing him respectfully.

Character Developments

• Zhunti: Reveals his true power and malice towards Jiang Chen, demonstrating the strength of a Saint.
• Jiang Chen: Shows his ability to adapt and survive under extreme pressure, using his formations and artifacts to defend against Zhunti's attack.
• Daoist Mosquito: Introduced as a powerful cultivator who has been causing trouble for the Western Religion, he shows respect towards Jiang Chen.

Significant Themes

• The power gap between Saints and cultivators below that level.
• The importance of adaptability and resourcefulness in the face of overwhelming power.
• The consequences of underestimating one's enemies.

Character Interactions

• Zhunti vs. Jiang Chen: A tense and dangerous confrontation between a Saint and a Quasi-Saint, with Zhunti intent on killing Jiang Chen.
• Tongtian vs. Jieyin: Tongtian attempts to save Jiang Chen but is held back by Jieyin.
• Daoist Mosquito vs. Jiang Chen: Daoist Mosquito shows deference to Jiang Chen, indicating his respect or fear of Jiang Chen's power.

Key Plot Points & Events

• Jiang Chen downloads Saint Tongtian's cultivation using a Twelve-Grade Golden Lotus of Merit, causing his power to surge.
• Zhunti, the leader of the Buddhist Sect, demands Jiang Chen return the Lotus, threatening his life.
• Jiang Chen refuses, and his cultivation continues to increase rapidly, nearing Saint-level.

Character Developments

• Jiang Chen: Shows remarkable strategic thinking and ruthlessness, using the Lotus to boost his power against Zhunti.
• Zhunti: Reveals his ruthless side, threatening Jiang Chen's life, but becomes anxious as Jiang Chen's power grows.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics: The shift in power between Jiang Chen and Zhunti highlights the theme of power dynamics and its consequences.
• Ruthlessness: Both Jiang Chen and Zhunti display ruthless behaviors, emphasizing the theme of ruthlessness in achieving one's goals.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Chen vs. Zhunti: The standoff between Jiang Chen and Zhunti is the central interaction, marked by tension and uncertainty.
• Jiang Chen and Daoist Mosquito: Jiang Chen's respectful treatment of Daoist Mosquito hints at potential alliances or karma repayment.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Chen's aura becomes incredibly powerful, even surpassing Saints Zhunti and Jieyin.
• Tongtian, Jiang Chen's master, is shocked by his disciple's rapid progress.
• Zhunti, sensing the loss of the Western Religion's supreme treasure, becomes enraged and determined to stop Jiang Chen.
• Jiang Chen successfully downloads Tongtian's full Saint cultivation but doesn't directly break through to the Saint realm.
• Jiang Chen's aura shatters the surrounding space, and he enters the Chaos to prove the Great Dao, defying the Heavenly Dao.

Character Developments

• Jiang Chen: Shows immense growth in power and confidence, attempting to prove the Great Dao by force.
• Tongtian: Feels a mix of pride and shock at Jiang Chen's progress.
• Zhunti: Becomes desperate and enraged due to the loss of his sect's supreme treasure, determined to stop Jiang Chen.

Significant Themes

• The pursuit of power and enlightenment, even at great personal risk.
• The consequences of defying the established order (the Heavenly Dao).
• The importance of treasures and artifacts in the cultivation world.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Chen and Tongtian: Master and disciple, with Tongtian feeling pride and shock at Jiang Chen's growth.
• Jiang Chen and Zhunti: Rivals, with Zhunti determined to stop Jiang Chen's attempt to prove the Great Dao.
• The cultivators and Great Powers of the Primordial Era: Watch in shock and awe as Jiang Chen defies the Heavenly Dao.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Chen attempts to Proving Dao by Force within the Sea-Calming Divine Pearls, aiming to create a world and prove the Great Dao.
• He launches the "Nine Spears of Heaven-Opening," striking the Chaos with increasing intensity, thinning it and revealing his figure more clearly.

Character Developments

• Jiang Chen: Demonstrates immense power and determination in his attempt to prove the Great Dao, showing his unyielding spirit and confidence.
• Tongtian: Feels a mix of pride, worry, and complexity as his disciple surpasses him in power.
• Zhunti and Jieyin: Experience fear and helplessness as they watch Jiang Chen's progress, realizing the potential consequences for their Western Religion if he succeeds.

Significant Themes

• Power and Ambition: Jiang Chen's desire to prove the Great Dao showcases his immense power and ambition.
• Fear of the Unknown: Zhunti and Jieyin's reaction highlights the fear and uncertainty that comes with facing the unknown, especially when it threatens one's position or beliefs.
• Mentorship and Legacy: Tongtian's pride and worry reflect the complex emotions a mentor might feel when their student surpasses them.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Chen and Tongtian: Their relationship is one of respect and admiration, with Tongtian feeling pride and worry as Jiang Chen surpasses him.
• Jiang Chen and Zhunti/Jieyin: The tension between them highlights the power dynamics and potential conflict, as Jiang Chen's actions threaten the Western Religion's Saints.
• Disciples of the Intercepting Sect and Chan Sect: Their reactions showcase their faith in Jiang Chen's abilities and the potential impact on their respective sects.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Chen, using the God-Slaying Spear, separates the chaotic energy into clear and turbid layers in thirty-six small worlds.
• He creates worlds, nurtures life, and establishes rules, mimicking the creation process.
• The thirty-six worlds merge into one, and Jiang Chen steps out, displaying the aura of a Saint.
• The Heavenly Dao congratulates Jiang Chen on achieving Great Dao Sainthood.

Character Developments

• Jiang Chen: Proves his Dao by Force, creates worlds, and attains Sainthood.
• Other Saints (Yuanshi, Laozi, Pingxin, Nuwa, Dao Ancestor Hongjun): React to Jiang Chen's ascension with shock and awe.

Significant Themes

• Proving Dao by Force: Jiang Chen's defiance of the Heavenly Dao and creation of his own worlds.
• Ascension and Power: Jiang Chen's rapid rise to Sainthood and the awe it inspires in others.
• The Heavenly Dao: Its recognition of Jiang Chen's achievement and the reactions of other Saints.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Chen interacts with the Heavenly Dao, proving his Dao and receiving its recognition.
• Other Saints react to Jiang Chen's ascension, expressing shock, envy, or admiration from their respective locations.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Chen successfully proves the Great Dao, becoming the ninth Saint of the Primordial Era.
• Saints from various sects, including Laozi, Venerable Yuanshi, Nuwa, Pingxin, and even Dao Ancestor Hongjun, come to congratulate him.
• Hongjun is shocked and curious about Jiang Chen's feat, as even Pangu hadn't succeeded in proving the Great Dao.

Character Developments

• Jiang Chen gains immense respect and recognition from the Saints and cultivators of the Primordial Era after proving the Great Dao.
• Hongjun is surprised and intrigued by Jiang Chen's accomplishment, viewing him with curiosity and excitement.
• Venerable Yuanshi feels awkward and envious when comparing himself to Jiang Chen.

Significant Themes

• The power and significance of proving the Great Dao.
• The respect and awe held for Saints in the Primordial Era.
• The potential connection between Jiang Chen and Great God Pangu, hinted at by his abilities and accomplishments.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Chen and Hongjun have a tense, silent exchange, with Hongjun finding Jiang Chen's boldness surprising.
• Jiang Chen addresses Hongjun as "Fellow Daoist," causing a stir among the cultivators.
• The Saints, including Laozi, Venerable Yuanshi, Nuwa, and Pingxin, come to congratulate Jiang Chen, showing their respect and recognition.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Chen's successful proof of the Great Dao causes widespread speculation that he is a clone of the Great God Pangu.
• Jiang Chen confronts Zhunti and Jieyin, who had obstructed his proof of Dao, leading to a tense standoff.
• Zhunti, enraged by Jiang Chen's disdain, attacks first, but Jiang Chen remains unfazed.

Character Developments

• Jiang Chen: Becomes more resolute and confident in his identity and purpose after the cultivators' speculations. He also shows respect and affection towards his master, Tongtian.
• Zhunti: Becomes enraged and overconfident after Jiang Chen's provocation, leading him to attack first despite knowing the risks.

Significant Themes

• Identity and self-belief: Jiang Chen's identity is questioned, but he remains steadfast in his belief in himself and his purpose.
• Power dynamics: The power balance shifts as Jiang Chen proves himself a Saint of the Great Dao, causing Zhunti to overestimate his own capabilities.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Chen and Tongtian: Show a display of master-disciple affection, strengthening their bond.
• Jiang Chen and Zhunti: Their animosity escalates, leading to a confrontation.
• The cultivators of the Primordial Era: They speculate about Jiang Chen's identity, influencing the Saints and causing a stir.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Chen and Zhunti engage in a battle, witnessed by numerous cultivators and Great Powers.
• Jiang Chen reveals he's a Half-step Great Dao Saint, surprising the audience.
• Zhunti is initially pushed back due to Jiang Chen's superior physical body power.
• Zhunti attempts to fight back, but Jiang Chen intercepts him mid-flight and kicks him back, causing Zhunti's Blood Essence to surge.

Character Developments

• Jiang Chen demonstrates his formidable physical body power and combat prowess as a Half-step Great Dao Saint.
• Zhunti shows initial confidence but is quickly overwhelmed by Jiang Chen's strength.
• Jieyin attempts to intervene but is blocked by Tongtian.

Significant Themes

• The power disparity between Saints and lower cultivation bases.
• The importance of physical body cultivation in the Saint realm.
• The ruthlessness and determination of Jiang Chen in battle.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Chen and Zhunti's intense battle showcases their power and determination.
• Jieyin's attempt to help Zhunti is blocked by Tongtian, highlighting their tense relationship.
• The cultivators and Great Powers watching the battle express their shock and awe at Jiang Chen's strength.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Chen continues to dominate Zhunti, beating him severely.
• Zhunti transforms into a piece of Bodhi wood and later summons his most powerful Spiritual Treasure, the Seven Treasures Wonderful Tree.
• Jiang Chen reveals his collection of top-grade Innate Spiritual Treasures, including the Central Wuji Apricot-Yellow Banner, Northern Xuan Yuan Water Control Banner, Green Lotus Precious Color Banner, Twelve-Grade Purple Lotus of Karmic Fire, Twelve-Grade World-Destroying Black Lotus, Fan Tian Seal, and God-Slaying Spear.
• Zhunti uses a powerful divine ability, the River of Fate, to attack Jiang Chen's past self in the river.
• Jiang Chen uses his Vastness in Inches ability to traverse the void and defend his past self.

Character Developments

• Jiang Chen demonstrates his formidable combat power and vast collection of high-grade Spiritual Treasures, earning respect and envy from the Saints.
• Zhunti, despite being a Saint, is severely beaten and outmatched by Jiang Chen, showing his desperation and willingness to use extreme measures.

Significant Themes

• The power of Spiritual Treasures and their importance in battles between Saints.
• The concept of past, present, and future selves, as seen in the River of Fate.
• The consequences of Zhunti's actions and the potential repercussions for Jiang Chen.

Character Interactions

• The Saints watch the battle between Jiang Chen and Zhunti with a mix of shock, envy, and awe.
• Zhunti's desperation leads him to attack Jiang Chen's past self, provoking Jiang Chen's protective instincts.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Chen and Saint Zhunti clash, with Jiang Chen's spear strike severing Jiang Chen's segment of the River of Fate, erasing his past.
• Saint Zhunti attempts to kill Jiang Chen's past self using a Divine Ability that traverses time, but Jiang Chen intercepts and destroys it.
• Cultivators of the Primordial Era watch the event, confused and curious about the River of Fate and Zhunti's intentions.

Character Developments

• Jiang Chen: Shows his prowess by destroying Zhunti's Divine Ability and expresses his intention to learn it.
• Saint Zhunti: Fails to eliminate Jiang Chen's past self and is left wary of Jiang Chen's next move.
• Daoist Tao: Reveals his intelligence by analyzing the situation and correctly guessing Zhunti's intentions.

Significant Themes

• The power of Divine Abilities and their potential to influence time and space.
• The consequences of erasing one's past and the fear of losing everything cultivated.
• The curiosity and awe of cultivators witnessing extraordinary events.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Chen and Saint Zhunti: Engage in a tense standoff after Zhunti's failed attempt to kill Jiang Chen's past self.
• Daoist Tao and other cultivators: Tao shares his analysis of the situation, sparking curiosity and discussion among the cultivators.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Chen uses a system to download Zhunti's Divine Ability, 'Bodhi Mind-Following Great Law', and gains mastery over it.
• Jiang Chen uses the downloaded Divine Ability against Zhunti, manifesting another River of Fate.
• Jiang Chen uses the Divine Ability to find Zhunti's past self in the River of Fate and attacks it.

Character Developments

• Jiang Chen: Demonstrates his strategic thinking and adaptability by using Zhunti's own Divine Ability against him. Shows no mercy towards Zhunti.
• Zhunti: Initially shocked and disbelieving that Jiang Chen could use his unique Divine Ability, becomes desperate and scared when Jiang Chen targets his past self.

Significant Themes

• Adaptability and strategic thinking: Jiang Chen's ability to turn Zhunti's strength against him showcases his adaptability and strategic prowess.
• Consequences of actions: Zhunti's past actions to harm Jiang Chen come back to haunt him, highlighting the theme of consequences.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Chen vs. Zhunti: The interaction between these two Saints is intense and filled with tension. Jiang Chen's calm and calculated approach contrasts with Zhunti's growing desperation and fear.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Chen uses his Divine Ability, Vastness in Inches, to attack Zhunti's past self, but Hongjun intervenes and disperses the River of Fate, saving Zhunti.
• Jiang Chen, unfazed, continues his assault on Zhunti's true form, severely injuring him.

Character Developments

• Jiang Chen demonstrates his fearlessness and determination to prove his Great Dao, even in the face of Hongjun's intervention.
• Zhunti's cunning plans are thwarted, and he is severely injured, showing his vulnerability despite being a Saint.

Significant Themes

• The pursuit of the Great Dao and the obstacles one must overcome.
• The power dynamics between Saints and the Heavenly Dao.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Chen and Zhunti: Jiang Chen relentlessly pursues Zhunti, while Zhunti tries to outmaneuver him but ultimately fails.
• Jiang Chen and Hongjun: Jiang Chen shows no fear of Hongjun's intervention, while Hongjun subtly aids Zhunti, revealing his self-interest.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Chen kills Saint Zhunti using the Nine Spears of Heaven-Opening, causing a massive blood rain and heavenly disturbances.
• Jiang Chen repels the heavenly might that descended due to Zhunti's death, shocking all beings present.
• Strange phenomena occur in the sky, hinting at an upcoming revelation.

Character Developments

• Jiang Chen demonstrates his immense power and fearlessness, proving himself a formidable force even among Saints.
• Saints react differently to Zhunti's death and the subsequent events: Sect Master Tongtian feels pride, Pingxin shows admiration, Nuwa is uncertain, Laozi is thoughtful, Yuanshi is envious, and Jieyin is enraged.
• Cultivators in the Primordial Era are filled with awe, disbelief, and fear after witnessing Jiang Chen's feat.

Significant Themes

• The invincibility of Saints is challenged, and their mortality is brought to light.
• The power dynamics among Saints shift, with Jiang Chen's emergence as a significant force.
• The Heavenly Dao's will and its interaction with Saints are explored.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Chen and Hongjun: Jiang Chen challenges Hongjun's authority by repelling the heavenly might, while Hongjun acknowledges Jiang Chen's spirit.
• Jiang Chen and other Saints: Their interactions are marked by tension, envy, and admiration, with Jieyin planning to avenge Zhunti.
• Cultivators and Jiang Chen: They are filled with reverence and fear, recognizing Jiang Chen's power and status.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Primordial Era witnesses a phenomenon of continuous thunderclaps and lightning strikes, with six Saints and a region of Chaos present.
• A wisp of pure energy emerges from the chaos, condensing and growing under the heavenly thunder's assault, eventually transforming into a tree shape and then into a figure resembling Saint Zhunti.
• Zhunti reforms his body, causing astonishment and fervor among the cultivators who yearn for the Saint realm.

Character Developments

• Jiang Chen: Maintains his composure and anticipation throughout the phenomenon, later expressing cold indifference towards Zhunti's reformation.
• Saint Zhunti: Reforms his body after being 'killed' by Jiang Chen, but his strength is reduced to the perfected first level of Hunyuan Grand Unity Golden Immortal due to the change in his physical body.

Significant Themes

• The indestructibility of Saints: Saints are immortal as long as the world endures, fueling the cultivators' desire to reach the Saint realm.
• Dao by Force: Zhunti attempts to plant doubt in Jiang Chen's heart regarding his Great Dao of Strength, while Jiang Chen remains undeterred.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Chen and Saint Zhunti: Jiang Chen expresses cold indifference towards Zhunti's reformation, while Zhunti attempts to scheme against Jiang Chen.
• Cultivators and Saints: The cultivators outside Mount Sumeru look at Zhunti with astonishment and fervor, yearning for the Saint realm.