Ch. 21The Touch of Shadow and the Salted Fish's Rise
Key Plot Points and Events
- Ling Ye's languid presence slows down time in the villa.
- Su Wanqing, after washing Ling Ye's feet, feels a surge of power but also psychological trauma.
- A shadow entity underground attempts to connect with an anchor fragment but is repelled by Ling Ye's "constant" will.
- Ling Ye, without moving, causes the shadow entity to suffer severe damage and retreat.
- Su Wanqing, unaware of the underground events, moves the Chaos Green Lotus pot and thinks she sees the short stick move.
Character Developments
- Ling Ye: Reveals his powerful, automatic defense mechanism that protects the anchor fragment. He remains indifferent and lethargic throughout the chapter.
- Su Wanqing: Struggles to process the morning's events and tries to keep a low profile around Ling Ye. She feels the power within her but is conflicted about its source.
Significant Themes
- Power and Control: Ling Ye's immense power and his ability to control it, even unconsciously.
- Fear and Ignorance: The shadow entity's fear of Ling Ye's power and Su Wanqing's ignorance of the events happening underground.
- Adaptation: Su Wanqing's attempt to adapt to the bizarre and magical events occurring around her.
Character Interactions
- Ling Ye and Su Wanqing: Ling Ye remains disinterested in Su Wanqing, while she tries to avoid him, still affected by his earlier actions.
- Ling Ye and the Shadow Entity: Ling Ye's presence and actions cause the shadow entity severe damage, showing his power over unknown entities.
- Su Wanqing and the Chaos Green Lotus Pot/Short Stick: Su Wanqing interacts with these objects, feeling a sense of unease or confusion about them.