Chapter Summaries

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xu Ying and Jijue plan to escape from Mount Sumeru, using Xu Ying's void-ripping ability to send Jijue out.
• Xu Ying betrays Jijue, alerting the Venerables to his escape, leading to a chase.
• Xu Ying encounters Young Master Yuchuan, who ambushes him with the Nine Heavens Ten Earths Immortal Annihilation Array and the Purple Netherworld Saber.
• Xu Ying fights back, using his Immortal Slaying Sword Qi to destroy Young Master Yuchuan's consciousness, and then withstands the array and saber's onslaught, ultimately surviving.

Character Developments

• Jijue, initially naive and confused, shows determination and resilience during his escape.
• Xu Ying reveals his true colors, betraying Jijue but later showing gratitude towards Jie Puti for shielding him from the Emperor Lord's senses.
• Young Master Yuchuan underestimates Xu Ying, leading to his demise.

Significant Themes

• Betrayal and trust: Xu Ying betrays Jijue, while Jie Puti shows unexpected assistance to Xu Ying.
• Power dynamics: The Nine Heavens Ten Earths Immortal Annihilation Array and the Purple Netherworld Saber showcase the power disparity between characters.
• Resilience: Xu Ying's ability to withstand and overcome extreme circumstances highlights his resilience.

Character Interactions

• Xu Ying and Jijue: Their initial alliance turns sour as Xu Ying betrays Jijue.
• Xu Ying and Young Master Yuchuan: Their conflict escalates, leading to a climactic battle.
• Xu Ying and Jie Puti: Despite their enmity, Jie Puti shields Xu Ying from the Emperor Lord's senses, leading to Xu Ying's gratitude.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xu Ying wakes up after his battle with the Emperor Lord, healing most of his Dao injuries.
• He cultivates his Primordial Spirit, reaching the Twelve-Story Pagoda Stage, and ascends to the Jade Pool.
• Xu Ying seals the Nine Heavens Ten Earths Immortal Annihilation Array and the Purple Netherworld Saber to prevent the Emperor Lord from controlling them.
• He heads towards the Primordial Great World, reflecting on his past lives and the Emperor Lord's power.
• In the Primordial Great World, he witnesses the revival of an ancient immortal's Primordial Spirit and finds a similar sentence in the immortal's tomb as the one he saw in the tomb of Grand Marshal Tianpeng, Emperor Cangtian.

Character Developments

• Xu Ying's cultivation improves significantly, reaching the Twelve-Story Pagoda Stage and ascending to the Jade Pool.
• He becomes more energetic and clear-minded, conversing with different versions of himself.
• Fairy Qing Bi, living near the tomb of the Heavenly Marshal Peng, receives the Supreme Grotto-Abyss Azure Emperor Heart Sutra and decides to leave Yuan Zheng World.

Significant Themes

• The revival of ancient Great Dao and the awakening of ancient immortals' Primordial Spirits.
• The connection between the sentences left in the tombs of Grand Marshal Tianpeng, Emperor Cangtian, and Grand Marshal Zhenwu, Protector of the North.
• The power dynamics between Xu Ying, the Emperor Lord, and other powerful beings.

Character Interactions

• Xu Ying interacts with his past selves, discussing their thoughts and experiences.
• Fairy Qing Bi receives a scripture from the Heavenly Marshal Peng's tomb, hinting at a possible connection between ancient immortals and the Xu family's ancestral methods.
• Xu Ying's journey to the Primordial Great World intersects with the revival of an ancient immortal's Primordial Spirit, but they do not interact directly.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The protagonist, let's call them "Protagonist", is working on a project that's taking longer than expected.
• They decide to work through the night to meet the deadline, stating, "I'll keep pulling all-nighters."
• The chapter ends with a commitment to update the progress the next day at noon.

Character Developments

• The Protagonist shows dedication and determination to complete their project, even if it means working through the night.
• They also display a level of self-awareness, recognizing that their brain works better late at night.

Significant Themes

• Dedication and Perseverance: The Protagonist is committed to their work and willing to put in extra effort to meet their goals.
• Time Management: The chapter highlights the Protagonist's struggle with time, as they're working late to meet a deadline.

Character Interactions

• There are no character interactions mentioned in this chapter. It's focused solely on the Protagonist's internal thoughts and decisions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• True Martial Xuan Tian Emperor's primordial spirit revives in the True Martial Temple.
• Young Master Ning Qing, in the Immortal Realm, is attacked by an unknown figure who wants the Dao-Returning Jade Plate.
• Ning Qing flees back to the mortal realm, pursued by the mysterious figure's attacks.
• True Martial Xuan Tian Emperor's sword lights protect Ning Qing and guide him to the True Martial Temple.
• Ning Qing enters the temple, becoming its first disciple.
• Ancient immortal tombs and ruins start appearing in various worlds, causing panic.
• Xu Ying encounters a woman in red at the Primordial Great World and later faces hostility from Immortals at the Boundless Sea of Fire.

Character Developments

• True Martial Xuan Tian Emperor: Revives his primordial spirit, takes Ning Qing as his first disciple.
• Young Master Ning Qing: Survives multiple attacks, enters the True Martial Temple, becomes the first disciple.
• Xu Ying: Faces hostility from Immortals, maintains a calm demeanor.

Significant Themes

• Revitalization of Ancient Power: Ancient immortals' tombs and ruins appear, indicating a resurgence of ancient power.
• Conflict and Hostility: Tension between Xu Ying and the Immortals, conflict between Ning Qing and the mysterious figure in the Immortal Realm.

Character Interactions

• True Martial Xuan Tian Emperor and Young Master Ning Qing: The Emperor saves Ning Qing and takes him as a disciple.
• Xu Ying and the Immortals: Xu Ying faces hostility from the Immortals at the Boundless Sea of Fire.
• Xu Ying and the Woman in Red: They acknowledge each other's presence but do not interact further.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xu Ying, the protagonist, is on a ferry across the Boundless Sea of Fire, unaware of the Rogue Immortals on board who are after him.
• The ferry is steered by a Demon God who is surprised by Xu Ying's behavior and power.
• A group of Rogue Immortals, including the legendary Border Wasteland Immortal King Ding Simu, reveal themselves and attempt to capture or kill Xu Ying.
• Xu Ying reveals his past deeds, shocking the Rogue Immortals. A battle ensues, and Xu Ying easily defeats all the Rogue Immortals, including Ding Simu.
• Xu Ying continues his journey, encountering Ding Simu again at a fork in the road. Ding Simu reveals Xu Ying's true identity as the Immortal Court's Number One Enforcer, the Heavenly Venerate of the Dipper division.

Character Developments

• Xu Ying: Initially seems eccentric and unpredictable, but reveals immense power and a violent temper. It's later revealed that he has a high position in the Immortal Court, indicating a complex past.
• Ding Simu: A legendary Rogue Immortal and Immortal King, he initially tries to capture Xu Ying but later reveals Xu Ying's true identity, showing a change in his intentions.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and hierarchies within the Immortal Realm.
• The consequences of past actions and the revelation of true identities.
• The struggle between Rogue Immortals and the Immortal Court.

Character Interactions

• Xu Ying interacts with the Rogue Immortals on the ferry, initially unaware of their intentions. Their interactions turn violent as the Rogue Immortals attempt to capture or kill him.
• Xu Ying's encounter with Ding Simu at the fork in the road reveals Ding Simu's change of heart and his knowledge of Xu Ying's true identity.
• The Demon God steering the ferry interacts with Xu Ying, initially fearful of his power but later relieved when Xu Ying leaves the ferry.

Plot Points and Events

• Xu Ying, the Heavenly Venerate Xu, meets Ding Simu, the Border Wasteland Immortal King, who wants to understand why Xu Ying ranks above him on the wanted list.
• They engage in a battle to test each other's cultivation and abilities.
• Ding Simu reveals his unique cultivation method, the Spirit Treasure Myriad Phenomena Star Calendar Scripture.
• Xu Ying uses various techniques, including True Man Jade Pot's cultivation method and the Emperor Lord's Nine Heavens Ten Earths Demon Breaking Art.
• Xu Ying's four old Dao injuries from the Emperor Lord hinder his performance.
• Ding Simu wins the battle but considers it a draw due to Xu Ying's injuries.
• Ding Simu expresses his desire for a rematch to witness Xu Ying's unique cultivation methods and divine abilities.

Character Developments

• Xu Ying: Reveals his cultivation realm (Jade Pond Stage) and his proficiency in both Immortal and Nuo arts. He demonstrates his prowess in various techniques but is hindered by his injuries.
• Ding Simu: Shows his cultivation method and divine abilities, proving his strength and ingenuity. He admires Xu Ying's skills but wants to see his unique techniques.

Significant Themes

• Cultivation and Progression: Both characters showcase their cultivation methods and techniques, emphasizing the importance of personal growth and innovation in the Immortal Realm.
• Injuries and Limitations: Xu Ying's injuries serve as a reminder that even powerful cultivators have limitations and weaknesses.
• Respect and Admiration: Ding Simu respects Xu Ying's skills and wants to learn from him, highlighting the value of mutual respect and admiration among cultivators.

Character Interactions

• Xu Ying and Ding Simu: Their interaction is characterized by mutual respect and a desire to learn from each other. They engage in a battle to test their abilities and express their admiration for each other's skills.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xu Ying, after his defeat, reflects on his lack of personal Dao and moves.
• He activates a Mending the Heavens Divine Artifact, restoring the Ancestral Court's Heaven and Earth Great Dao.
• He stays at the True Martial Temple, where he meets Young Master Ning Qing and the Four Saints (True Lord Tian Peng, Great Emperor Tianyou Puhua, Yisheng Chuqing True Lord, and Heavenly Emperor Cang).
• Heavenly Emperor Cang invites Xu Ying to the Heavenly Dao Ancestral Court to meet the Ancestral God for guidance.

Character Developments

• Xu Ying struggles with finding his own path and Dao, leading to emotional outbursts.
• Young Master Ning Qing finds his path through simultaneous cultivation of Immortal and Demonic paths.
• Heavenly Emperor Cang, upon resurrection, seeks guidance from the Ancestral God for the Four Saints' future.

Significant Themes

• The struggle to find one's own path and Dao.
• The consequences of relying on others' methods and techniques.
• The importance of personal growth and self-discovery.

Character Interactions

• Xu Ying interacts with Hu Zhuojun, Chu Tiandu, and the Four Saints, seeking guidance and support.
• Young Master Ning Qing shares his cultivation progress with Xu Ying, highlighting his own path.
• Heavenly Emperor Cang offers Xu Ying guidance and invites him to meet the Ancestral God.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Heavenly Emperor Cang and Xu Ying travel together towards the Heavenly Dao Ancestral Court.
• They are ambushed by 48 Rogue Immortals, who are revealed to be after Heavenly Emperor Cang.
• Xu Ying single-handedly defeats most of the Rogue Immortals.
• Hao Kaiyang, the leader of the ambush, engages Xu Ying but fails to kill him and retreats.
• Little Joyful Immortal, on the Immortal Boat, questions Hao Kaiyang about his retreat and reveals her intention to eliminate Xu Ying later.

Character Developments

• Heavenly Emperor Cang: Realizes his reputation is not as feared as he thought, as the Immortals don't recognize him.
• Xu Ying: Demonstrates his immense power, defeating multiple Rogue Immortals single-handedly.
• Little Joyful Immortal: Reveals her hidden strength and intention to eliminate Xu Ying.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics between the Immortal Realm and the Ancestral Court.
• The consequences of Heavenly Emperor Cang's past actions, as the Immortals seek to kill him.
• Xu Ying's growing reputation as a formidable opponent.

Character Interactions

• Heavenly Emperor Cang and Xu Ying: Travel together, with Heavenly Emperor Cang guiding Xu Ying in cultivation.
• Xu Ying and the Rogue Immortals: Xu Ying demonstrates his overwhelming power against the Rogue Immortals.
• Little Joyful Immortal and Hao Kaiyang: They question each other about their intentions regarding Xu Ying.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Rogue Immortals from the Immortal Realm, led by Immortal Kings Tian Lingfeng and Hua Wuyang, ambush Xu Ying.
• Xu Ying uses the Nine Heavens Ten Earths Immortal Annihilation Array, refined by an Emperor Lord, to destroy the Rogue Immortals and the two Immortal Kings.
• An Emperor Lord from the Immortal Realm attempts to control the Immortal Array but is blocked by Heavenly Emperor Cang's Heavenly Marshal Peng Primordial Spirit.
• Xu Ying uses the Emperor Lord's own sealing runes to seal his Magic Treasures, further provoking the Emperor Lord.
• The Ten Fiends of Heavenly Ruins ambush Xu Ying, but he defeats them with the help of Heavenly Emperor Cang.
• The Emperor Lord in the Immortal Realm becomes enraged but maintains his composure.
• Little Joyful Immortal on the Immortal Boat reveals herself to Xu Ying, claiming he should remember her.

Character Developments

• Xu Ying: Demonstrates his power and ferocity by using the Immortal Array and the Purple Netherworld Saber. He also shows cunning by using the Emperor Lord's sealing runes.
• Heavenly Emperor Cang: Reveals his Heavenly Marshal Peng Primordial Spirit, showing his power and importance. He also expresses admiration for the Emperor Lord's forbearance.
• The Emperor Lord: Shows his power and composure by not reacting to Xu Ying's provocations. He also sends a thought to strengthen the Heavenly Demon Emperor Lord in Wei Xu.
• Little Joyful Immortal: Reveals herself to Xu Ying, hinting at their past connection.

Significant Themes

• Power and Forbearance: The Emperor Lord's power and composure are emphasized, contrasting with Xu Ying's ferocity and provocation.
• Debt and Consequences: Little Joyful Immortal's reveal hints at a past debt or connection with Xu Ying, which may have consequences in the future.
• Ambition and Rivalry: The Immortal Realm's pursuit of Xu Ying and the Emperor Lord's reaction to his provocations suggest a rivalry and ambition for power.

Character Interactions

• Xu Ying and Heavenly Emperor Cang: They work together to face the Rogue Immortals and the Ten Fiends of Heavenly Ruins, with Heavenly Emperor Cang admiring Xu Ying's methods.
• Xu Ying and the Emperor Lord: Their interaction is tense and provocative, with Xu Ying sealing the Emperor Lord's Magic Treasures and the Emperor Lord maintaining his composure.
• Xu Ying and Little Joyful Immortal: Their interaction is brief but hints at a past connection, with Little Joyful Immortal claiming Xu Ying should remember her.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Little Joyful Immortal reveals she's seeking revenge on Xu Ying for their past life's grievances.
• She retrieves Xu Ying's four lost realms (First Profound Pass, Second Profound Pass, Divine Bridge, and Ascension) and uses them against him.
• A fierce battle ensues between Xu Ying and Little Joyful Immortal (Xi Yue), with both using Xu Ying's Divine Abilities.
• Xu Ying calls out Xi Yue's name, momentarily disrupting her attack and allowing him to escape.

Character Developments

• Little Joyful Immortal (Xi Yue): Reveals her true intentions and backstory, showing deep-seated hatred and resentment towards Xu Ying. Her cultivation and power significantly increase with the use of Xu Ying's four realms.
• Xu Ying: Struggles with his memories and emotions, feeling a sense of loss for the passion and spirit of his first life. He manages to hold his ground against Xi Yue but is ultimately forced to retreat.

Significant Themes

• Revenge and the consequences of past actions.
• The power of memories and emotions in influencing one's actions.
• The struggle between one's past and present selves.

Character Interactions

• Xu Ying and Little Joyful Immortal (Xi Yue): Their interaction is marked by intense hostility, with Xi Yue seeking revenge and Xu Ying trying to understand and reason with her. Their battle highlights their deep connection from their past life.
• Xu Ying and Heavenly Emperor Cang: Heavenly Emperor Cang observes the battle but ultimately chooses not to intervene, respecting the personal nature of their conflict.
• Xu Ying and his other selves (Li, Bao, Nue): They work together to help Xu Ying fend off Xi Yue's attacks, showcasing their unity and shared purpose.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xu Ying's three avatars (manifestations of his violent nature) ambush Xi Yue, severely wounding her.
• Xi Yue escapes using her Immortal Boat and treats her injuries using rare Immortal Medicines.
• The Little Heavenly Venerate (Er Gou) meets Xi Yue and they argue about their past and Xu Ying's actions.
• Xu Ying and Heavenly Emperor Cang reach the Heavenly Dao Ancestral Court, where Heavenly Emperor Cang pays respects to the Ancestral God and opens an incense gate for them to enter.

Character Developments

• Xu Ying: Xu Ying struggles with his memories and past, feeling invigorated after accepting his despicable actions. He doesn't recall much about Xi Yue or his past experiences with her.
• Xi Yue: Xi Yue's hatred for Xu Ying grows as she remembers his actions in the Immortal Realm and his betrayal of his ideals. She plans to kill him but is conflicted about her true feelings.
• Little Heavenly Venerate (Er Gou): Er Gou has become the Little Heavenly Venerate of the Ancestral Court and has surpassed Xi Yue in cultivation and strength. He tries to reason with Xi Yue about letting go of her hatred for Xu Ying.

Significant Themes

• Hatred and Resentment: Xi Yue's deep-seated hatred for Xu Ying drives her actions, while Xu Ying struggles with his past and the truth about his actions.
• Betrayal and Redemption: The theme of betrayal is explored through Xu Ying's actions in the Immortal Realm and his subsequent fall. The possibility of redemption is hinted at but not yet fully explored.
• Loyalty and Disillusionment: Xi Yue's loyalty to Xu Ying and her ideals is tested, leading to disillusionment when she discovers the truth about his actions. Er Gou's loyalty to Xu Ying is also explored, as he tries to defend his master despite his past actions.

Character Interactions

• Xu Ying and Xi Yue: Their interactions are minimal in this chapter, but their shared history and Xi Yue's hatred for Xu Ying are explored through flashbacks and conversations with Er Gou.
• Xi Yue and Er Gou: Their argument highlights their shared past and the differences in their views on Xu Ying's actions. Er Gou tries to reason with Xi Yue, but she remains determined to kill Xu Ying.
• Xu Ying and Heavenly Emperor Cang: Their interaction is brief, but Heavenly Emperor Cang shares some of his history and knowledge about the Ancestral God with Xu Ying, hinting at a deeper connection between them.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xu Ying enters the Heavenly Dao Ancestral Court and is amazed by its divine power, which encompasses the myriad phenomena of the Heavenly Dao and the square and roundness of the Earthly Dao.
• He sees a vast universe beyond the All Heavens and Myriad Worlds, including unfamiliar regions and a blank area.
• The Earth God from the Heavenly Dao Ancestral Court greets Xu Ying and Heavenly Emperor Cang, mentioning that other ancient Deities have also come to pay their respects to the Ancestral God.
• Xu Ying meets the Earth God and learns that he had been to the Ancestral Court before, where he studied the Twelve Conquests of the Primordial Spirit.
• Xu Ying stands before a dead Ancient God's statue and remembers saying "Heavenly Venerate" in the past.
• The Earth God reveals that the Ancient God, Yuan Dao Hai, is the Thunder Heavenly Venerate from the Immortal Realm.

Character Developments

• Xu Ying: He shows awe and respect for the Heavenly Dao Ancestral Court's divine power and gains new insights into the Heavenly Dao. He also displays his knowledge of the Heavenly Venerate's true identity.
• Heavenly Emperor Cang: He accompanies Xu Ying and shows understanding towards Xu Ying's occasional outbursts.
• Earth God: He serves as a guide and reveals information about the Ancestral Court and its ancient Deities.

Significant Themes

• The vastness and complexity of the Heavenly Dao.
• The interconnectedness of the All Heavens and Myriad Worlds and the larger universe.
• The true identity and motivations of the Thunder Heavenly Venerate.

Character Interactions

• Xu Ying and the Earth God: They interact as the Earth God guides Xu Ying through the Ancestral Court and reveals information about its history and ancient Deities.
• Xu Ying and Heavenly Emperor Cang: They accompany each other, with Heavenly Emperor Cang showing understanding and patience towards Xu Ying's occasional outbursts.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xu Ying meets the Ancestral God, who reveals He is the Primordial Spirit of the cosmic void, far surpassing Xu Ying's power.
• Xu Ying attempts to usurp the Ancestral God's position but fails, realizing the true extent of the Ancestral God's power.
• After half a year, Emperor's Son Jin Buyi from the Demon Race's Ancestral Court arrives to pay respects to the Ancestral God.

Character Developments

• Xu Ying: Gains a deeper understanding of the Ancestral God's true power and the nature of a Primordial Spirit. His mastery of the Primordial Spirit advances significantly.
• Ancestral God: Reveals His true form, demonstrating immense power and wisdom. He remains enigmatic and unassuming, contrasting with His true might.

Significant Themes

• The true nature of power and its often hidden or unexpected forms.
• The contrast between appearances and reality, as seen in the Ancestral God's humble demeanor hiding His immense power.
• The passage of time and the accumulation of knowledge and experience, as seen in Xu Ying's growth over the half-year period.

Character Interactions

• Xu Ying and the Ancestral God: Xu Ying attempts to challenge the Ancestral God, leading to a revelation about the Ancestral God's true power.
• Xu Ying and the Ancestral Court's Earth God: The Earth God feigns concern for Xu Ying's well-being while secretly finding amusement in his situation.
• Xu Ying and Emperor's Son Jin Buyi (implied): Their interaction is yet to occur, but Jin Buyi's arrival sets the stage for potential future interactions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xu Ying, now a servant at the Heavenly Dao Ancestral Court, hears that Jin Buyi, his former friend, has become wealthy and powerful in the Demon Race's Ancestral Court.
• Jin Buyi arrives with a grand retinue, including Yuan Qi, the Great Bell, and the Immortal Insect, now transformed into humans and adorned with luxurious items.
• The Demon Race's Imperial Sons, including Jin Buyi, arrive to compete for the position of the next Demon Emperor, with the support of various Demon Emperors.
• Xu Ying learns that Jin Buyi was bullied by other Imperial Sons who wanted him to share the Eastern Emperor's Heaven-Pacifying Art.

Character Developments

• Xu Ying: Now a servant, he maintains a kind and gentle demeanor but harbors dark thoughts and memories. His true intentions remain unclear.
• Jin Buyi: Having become wealthy and powerful, he now carries himself with Imperial Son reserve but still cares for his old friends. He is targeted by other Imperial Sons due to his inheritance of the Eastern Emperor's Heaven-Pacifying Art.
• Yuan Qi, the Great Bell, and the Immortal Insect: They have transformed into humans and become wealthy, but they remain loyal to Xu Ying and are concerned about his well-being.

Significant Themes

• Wealth and Power: The Demon Race's Imperial Sons compete for power and status, with wealth being a significant indicator of strength.
• Loyalty and Friendship: Despite their newfound wealth and status, Yuan Qi, the Great Bell, and the Immortal Insect remain loyal to Xu Ying.
• Appearance vs. Reality: Xu Ying's current appearance as a servant contrasts with his true thoughts and intentions.

Character Interactions

• Xu Ying and Jin Buyi: Although they reunite joyfully, there's a sense of estrangement due to their changed circumstances.
• Xu Ying and Yuan Qi: They share a close bond, with Yuan Qi being protective of Xu Ying.
• Jin Buyi and other Imperial Sons: There's tension between Jin Buyi and the other Imperial Sons, who want him to share his inheritance.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Yuan Qi and the Great Bell attempt to break the Emperor Lord's brand on the Purple Netherworld Saber using a method given by Fool Afu.
• They plan to strike Xu Ying once to activate the brand and break the curse, but Xu Ying senses their presence and flees.
• Yuan Qi and the Great Bell follow Xu Ying and discover he has split personalities, with six manifestations of his emotions (Desolate Grief Sorrow Cruel Tyranny) appearing as separate entities.
• Yuan Qi decides to strike Xu Ying again to break the remaining curse words, despite the risk of harming him.

Character Developments

• Yuan Qi: Shows determination to help Xu Ying despite the risks, revealing his caring side. He also demonstrates his cunning and adaptability.
• Xu Ying: Struggles with his split personalities, showing vulnerability. His aggressive nature is further emphasized.
• The Great Bell: Shows reluctance to harm Xu Ying, revealing his loyalty and friendship towards him.

Significant Themes

• Brotherhood and Loyalty: The complex relationship between Yuan Qi, Xu Ying, and the Great Bell highlights themes of loyalty, friendship, and the lengths one would go to help a brother.
• Curse and Possession: The eight-character great curse and Xu Ying's split personalities explore themes of possession, inner turmoil, and the struggle against external influences.

Character Interactions

• Yuan Qi and Xu Ying: Their interactions show a mix of care, concern, and tension, as Yuan Qi tries to help Xu Ying while also dealing with his aggressive behavior.
• Yuan Qi and the Great Bell: They work together to help Xu Ying, showing a strong bond and mutual understanding, despite their differing opinions on how to approach the situation.
• Xu Ying and his split personalities: Xu Ying's interactions with his split personalities highlight his inner turmoil and the struggle for control within himself.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhai Zhu (author) updates "Choose a Day to Ascend" with an average of 8,000 characters per day in November.
• Plot shifts to the Ancestral Court, with the Three Realms Tide approaching.
• Xu Ying's father appears, with other powerful figures from Dou Bu expected to be introduced.
• Emperor Lord's Eight-Character Seal Great Curse affects Xu Xiao Ruan, driving him into a state of madness.

Character Developments

• Xu Xiao Ruan's mental state deteriorates due to the curse.
• Zhai Zhu's health improves due to Chinese medicine and Daoist practices.

Significant Themes

• The power of curses and their effects on characters (Xu Xiao Ruan's madness).
• The author's personal health journey and its influence on the story.

Character Interactions

• No significant character interactions mentioned in this chapter, as it primarily focuses on plot progress and the author's updates.

Upcoming Events

• Free reading event for "Choose a Day to Ascend" from December 1st to 8th.
• Release of side stories for "Record of the Shepherd God".
• Author's campaign for monthly votes for "Choose a Day to Ascend".

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xu Ying reveals to Jin Buyi the method to comprehend the Ancestral God's true form and cultivate the Primordial Spirit.
• Jin Buyi attempts the method and successfully cultivates the Twelve Conquests of the Primordial Spirit overnight.
• The three Imperial Sons, Jin Daoli, Jin Yiqi, and Jin Lan, follow Xu Ying, intending to learn the method to receive the Ancestral God's true inheritance.
• The three Demon Emperors, the Cold Demon Emperor, the Phoenix Demon Emperor, and the Kun Demon Emperor, confront Xu Ying, demanding he hand over the method to the Imperial Sons.
• Xu Ying uses the Ancestral God bucket to capture and dispose of the three Demon Emperors.
• Xu Ying challenges the three Imperial Sons to a fair fight, with himself and the six others (including Jin Buyi and the Great Bell) against the three Imperial Sons.

Character Developments

• Jin Buyi: Successfully cultivates the Twelve Conquests of the Primordial Spirit after following Xu Ying's guidance.
• Xu Ying: Shows growth and maturity, handling the Demon Emperors' threat calmly and decisively. He also demonstrates his power and confidence in facing the Imperial Sons.
• The Great Bell: Shows concern for Jin Buyi's safety and well-being, revealing its loyalty and protective nature.
• The Demon Emperors and Imperial Sons: Display their ambition and greed, leading to their downfall.

Significant Themes

• Power and Ambition: The Demon Emperors and Imperial Sons exhibit their desire for power, leading to their demise.
• Loyalty and Protectiveness: The Great Bell shows loyalty to Jin Buyi, highlighting the importance of these qualities.
• Growth and Maturity: Xu Ying demonstrates his growth and maturity in handling the threats and challenges he faces.

Character Interactions

• Xu Ying and Jin Buyi: Xu Ying guides Jin Buyi in cultivating the Primordial Spirit, showing his care and concern for his friend.
• Xu Ying and the Demon Emperors: Xu Ying confronts and defeats the three Demon Emperors, showcasing his power and determination.
• Xu Ying and the Imperial Sons: Xu Ying challenges the Imperial Sons to a fair fight, indicating his confidence in his allies and his desire for a just confrontation.

Summary of "Slaying the Heart Monkey" Chapter

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xu Ying, using the wooden bucket, exiles three Great Demon Emperors (Jin Daoli, Jin Yiqi, Jin Lan) to the outer regions.
• Xu Ying demonstrates his power and cultivates the Nine Revolutions Profound Technique, clashing with the three Great Demon Emperors.
• Jin Yiqi, Jin Daoli, and Jin Lan struggle against Xu Ying's overwhelming power and are eventually defeated.
• Jin Daoli attempts to flee but is captured by Xu Ying's Heavenly Dao hand.
• Ling Siyi, Yuan Qi, and the Great Bell intervene to help Jin Daoli, but Xu Ying gains the upper hand.
• Jin Buyi appears, stabs Xu Ying, and leaves in tears.
• Xu Ying wakes up, grateful to those who helped him, and searches for Jin Buyi to thank him.

Character Developments

• Xu Ying: Shows immense power and cultivates a new technique, but also exhibits a split personality, with multiple faces and arms appearing. He is eventually stabbed by Jin Buyi, whom he trusted greatly.
• Jin Buyi: Betrays Xu Ying, stabbing him out of what he believes is for Xu Ying's own good. He is filled with guilt and sorrow afterward.
• Jin Daoli, Jin Yiqi, Jin Lan: The three Great Demon Emperors are initially confident but are overwhelmed by Xu Ying's power. They are eventually defeated and exiled.
• Ling Siyi, Yuan Qi, Great Bell: They intervene to help Jin Daoli but are no match for Xu Ying. They later help Xu Ying when he wakes up.

Significant Themes

• Trust and betrayal: Xu Ying trusts Jin Buyi implicitly, but Jin Buyi betrays him, highlighting the theme of trust being broken.
• Power and its consequences: Xu Ying's immense power leads to him being feared and eventually betrayed by those around him.
• Family and loyalty: Despite Jin Buyi's betrayal, Xu Ying still considers him family and goes to thank him.

Character Interactions

• Xu Ying vs. Jin Daoli, Jin Yiqi, Jin Lan: Xu Ying demonstrates his overwhelming power against the three Great Demon Emperors, ultimately defeating them.
• Xu Ying vs. Ling Siyi, Yuan Qi, Great Bell: Xu Ying gains the upper hand against the trio, but they later help him when he wakes up.
• Xu Ying and Jin Buyi: Xu Ying trusts Jin Buyi completely, but Jin Buyi betrays him, leading to a heartbreaking interaction between them.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Demon Suppressing Rune sealing Xu Ying becomes chaotic and turns to ash, indicating Xu Ying's escape from the Emperor Lord's control.
• The Emperor Lord discovers that Xu Ying used his sword energy to break the curse, further enraging him.
• The Three Realms Tide approaches, and the Heavenly River connecting the three realms begins to restore, signaling Xu Ying's potential return to the Immortal Realm.
• The Heavenly Demons congratulate the Heavenly Demon Emperor Lord on his cultivation advancement, unaware of the main body's situation in the Immortal Realm.
• Xu Ying apologizes to the three Imperial Sons, Jin Daoli, Jin Yiqi, and Jin Lan, after injuring them, but they remain hostile.
• The Ancestral God fishes out the three Demon Emperors from the waste pool and makes them resolve their enmity with Xu Ying.
• Xu Ying and the others witness the Ancestral God's true form, gaining profound insights into the Heavenly Dao.
• Xu Ying attains enlightenment and forges his Indestructible Primordial Spirit in the Heavenly Dao Ancestral Court.
• The Ancestral God asks Xu Ying to leave, and Xu Ying takes the chamber pot as a keepsake, fleeing from the Earth God.

Character Developments

• Xu Ying: Xu Ying breaks free from the Emperor Lord's control, attains enlightenment, and forges his Indestructible Primordial Spirit. He also demonstrates his determination and cunning by taking the chamber pot as a keepsake.
• The Emperor Lord: The Emperor Lord becomes enraged upon learning that Xu Ying used his sword energy to break the curse. He anticipates Xu Ying's return and prepares for the Three Realms Tide.
• The Ancestral God: The Ancestral God makes the three Demon Emperors resolve their enmity with Xu Ying and reveals his true form to everyone, helping them gain profound insights into the Heavenly Dao. He also asks Xu Ying to leave the Heavenly Dao Ancestral Court.
• The Earth God: The Earth God assists the Ancestral God in managing the Heavenly Dao Ancestral Court and pursues Xu Ying when he takes the chamber pot.

Significant Themes

• Enlightenment and Cultivation: Xu Ying's attainment of enlightenment and forging of his Indestructible Primordial Spirit highlight the theme of cultivation and personal growth.
• Karma and Retribution: The Ancestral God's intervention in resolving the enmity between Xu Ying and the three Demon Emperors emphasizes the theme of karma and retribution.
• Loyalty and Righteousness: Xu Ying's determination to serve the Ancestral God and his refusal to leave without proper compensation demonstrate his loyalty and righteousness.

Character Interactions

• Xu Ying and the Emperor Lord: The Emperor Lord's anger and Xu Ying's defiance highlight their ongoing conflict and enmity.
• Xu Ying and the Imperial Sons: Xu Ying's apology and the Imperial Sons' hostility emphasize their strained relationship and the potential for future conflict.
• Xu Ying and the Ancestral God: The Ancestral God's guidance and Xu Ying's gratitude for his teachings demonstrate their master-disciple relationship and mutual respect.
• Xu Ying and the Earth God: The Earth God's pursuit of Xu Ying and Xu Ying's determination to take the chamber pot as a keepsake highlight their playful and competitive interaction.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xu Ying observes the Heavenly Lord's Stone Statue transforming and attacks him, leading to a chase through the Heavenly Dao Ancestral Court.
• The Ancestral God reveals that his injuries are improving due to Xu Ying's enlightenment.
• The Heavenly Lord and the Earth God prepare for an impending attack by enemies.
• The Ancestral God is attacked by an entity using a banner that obscures all heavens and myriad worlds.
• Xu Ying is invited to the Demon Race Ancestral Court but first goes to the Ziwei Hun Yuan Palace. Along the way, he and Ling Siyi are attacked by Ying Tianci from Xi Dou.

Character Developments

• Xu Ying: Shows bravery and cunning in facing the Heavenly Lord, and demonstrates his concern for Jin Buyi's safety by giving him the wooden bucket and planning to reforge the Purple Netherworld Saber for him.
• Ling Siyi: Shows concern for Xu Ying's safety but is injured in the attack by Ying Tianci.
• The Ancestral God: Reveals that his injuries are improving and that enemies will attack during the Three Realms Tide.
• The Heavenly Lord: Awakens and pursues Xu Ying but is stopped by the Ancestral God. He later returns to the ancient world to recover his Vital Energy.
• Ying Tianci: Reveals himself as a colleague from Dou Bu and attacks Xu Ying and Ling Siyi.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics between the Ancestral God and the Heavenly Lord, and the impending threat from enemies.
• Xu Ying's concern for Jin Buyi's safety and his desire to help him secure the Demon Race's imperial throne.
• The theme of enlightenment and its connection to the Ancestral God's injuries.

Character Interactions

• Xu Ying and the Heavenly Lord: Xu Ying faces off against the Heavenly Lord, using his wits and newfound abilities to escape.
• Xu Ying and Ling Siyi: Ling Siyi invites Xu Ying to the Demon Race Ancestral Court and accompanies him to the Ziwei Hun Yuan Palace, but they are attacked by Ying Tianci.
• The Ancestral God, the Heavenly Lord, and the Earth God: The three discuss the impending attack by enemies and the Ancestral God's injuries.
• Xu Ying and Jin Buyi: Xu Ying gives Jin Buyi the wooden bucket and plans to reforge the Purple Netherworld Saber for him, demonstrating his concern for Jin Buyi's safety.