Ch. 261The Three Questions of Establishing a School
Key Plot Points and Events
- Chen Luo receives a letter from his teacher, the Bamboo Sage, via a jade slip. The Sage discusses Chen Luo's fourth senior brother, sixth senior sister, and second senior sister's situations, as well as Chen Luo's intention to spread the Martial Dao.
- The Sage poses three questions for establishing a school, which Chen Luo must consider carefully.
- In Yun Siyao's boudoir, Wu Litiao uses divine soul hand seals to communicate and helps stabilize Yun Siyao's seal using the Confucian Sacred Art: Five Constants Seal.
- Chen Luo walks through the under-construction Martial Academy with Great Scholars of Hundred Battles, discussing their reasons for staying in Dongcang and their hopes for the Martial Academy.
- Chen Luo carves a poem onto a stone slab, which is then struck by lightning, creating a Lightning Engraved Stele.
Character Developments
- Chen Luo: Reflects on his intentions for spreading the Martial Dao and the importance of unity between the people and the teachings.
- The Bamboo Sage: Shows concern for his disciples and offers guidance to Chen Luo through the three questions.
- Wu Litiao: Demonstrates his loyalty and skill in helping Yun Siyao stabilize her seal.
- Xiang Jixuan and other Great Scholars of Hundred Battles: Share their motivations for staying in Dongcang and their hopes for the Martial Academy.
Significant Themes
- The importance of understanding and unity between the people and the teachings when spreading a new ideology (the Martial Dao).
- The despair and helplessness of ordinary people in the face of constant warfare and the need for hope and empowerment.
- The power of unity and shared purpose among individuals (as seen in the Great Scholars' commitment to the Martial Academy).
Character Interactions
- Chen Luo and the Bamboo Sage: Teacher and student discuss personal and sect matters, with the Sage offering guidance and support.
- Wu Litiao and Yun Siyao: Senior and junior work together to stabilize Yun Siyao's seal, demonstrating their bond and mutual respect.
- Chen Luo and Xiang Jixuan: They discuss the reasons behind Xiang Jixuan's decision to stay in Dongcang, highlighting their growing friendship and mutual understanding.