Ch. 61Recruiting Bodyguards and Enforcers! (Continued)
Key Plot Points and Events
- Innate Great Gods' dojos are being robbed, and Queen Mother of the West suspects Bai Chen.
- Nuwa defends Bai Chen, leading to a heated argument between Nuwa, Queen Mother of the West, and Bai Chen.
- Di Jun and the Ten Great Demon Sages arrive, intending to recruit other Innate Great Gods into the Demon Clan.
- Zhunti and Jieyin arrive to support Bai Chen, and factions form: Bai Chen's, the victims', and the observers'.
- Saint Hongjun appears to mediate, but he decides not to intervene directly, saying, "Everything is predetermined by the Great Dao in the unseen."
Character Developments
- Bai Chen: Stands up for himself and mocks Di Jun, showing no fear despite the accusations.
- Nuwa: Defends Bai Chen despite her suspicions, showing loyalty to her apprentice.
- Zhunti and Jieyin: Arrive to support Bai Chen, showing unity among the brothers. They're also worried about Saint Hongjun's potential punishment.
- Queen Mother of the West: Accuses Bai Chen and Nuwa, showing no gratitude for Nuwa's past help.
- Saint Hongjun: Mediates the situation but chooses not to intervene directly, respecting the predetermined course of the Great Dao.
Significant Themes
- The Great Dao and its predetermined course.
- Loyalty and unity among siblings (Bai Chen, Zhunti, and Jieyin).
- Gratitude and ingratitude (Queen Mother of the West's attitude towards Nuwa).
- The consequences of one's actions (Innate Great Gods' losses and gains).
Character Interactions
- Nuwa and Queen Mother of the West: Their friendship is strained due to Queen Mother of the West's accusations and lack of gratitude.
- Bai Chen and Di Jun: They argue and mock each other, showing tension between them.
- Bai Chen, Zhunti, and Jieyin: They stand together against the accusations, showing unity and support for each other.
- Saint Hongjun and the attendees: Saint Hongjun's presence and words influence the attendees' behavior and expectations.