Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Qiao encounters a man and a woman, the latter being a Sixth Tier Awakener, near the Red Moon Restaurant.
• The man reveals they are from the Old Citizens, related to the Guangming Society, and asks Jiang Qiao to release the woman due to their connection to Granny Hua, an old acquaintance of their Elder.
• Jiang Qiao, revealing he's Eighth Tier, refuses to release the woman and kills her with a lightning strike, stating he's killed Ninth Tiers before and isn't intimidated by the Guangming Society or the Old Citizens.
• The man is shocked and reveals that the woman's father is Lord Dark Star, a Ninth Tier expert, and threatens Jiang Qiao.

Character Developments

• Jiang Qiao demonstrates his power and confidence, showing no fear of Ninth Tiers or powerful organizations like the Guangming Society or the Old Citizens.
• The man from the Old Citizens reveals his group's connection to Granny Hua and the Guangming Society, showing a sense of entitlement and threat.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and the fearlessness of the powerful (Jiang Qiao).
• Connections and influence within supernatural circles (Old Citizens, Guangming Society, Granny Hua).
• The value of life and the disregard for lower-tier Awakeners (Jiang Qiao's casual killing of the Sixth Tier woman).

Character Interactions

• Jiang Qiao and the man from the Old Citizens: Jiang Qiao shows no respect for the man's threats or his group's connections, casually killing the woman and showing no fear of the consequences.
• Jiang Qiao and the woman: Jiang Qiao shows no mercy towards the woman, killing her despite her threats and pleas for mercy.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Qiao kills a man from the "Old Citizens" who was trying to recruit him.
• He understands that the upcoming changes on Earth will intensify conflicts in the Supernatural World, making powerful, unaffiliated individuals like him targets for recruitment.
• Jiang Qiao decides not to join any faction due to his independence and the limited benefits factions could offer him.
• He encounters a young woman from the "Old Citizens" who was killing ordinary people and decides to kill her as well.
• The young woman reveals that her actions were recorded by a mirror and sent back to their headquarters.
• Three members of the "Old Citizens," including the young woman, are killed, and their deaths are recorded and witnessed by an elder.

Character Developments

• Jiang Qiao: He remains independent and strong-willed, unwilling to join any faction. His actions are driven by his personal code and not by external influences.
• The young woman from the "Old Citizens": She represents the arrogant and careless attitude of powerful individuals who look down on the weak. Her death serves as a consequence of her actions.

Significant Themes

• Power and Independence: Jiang Qiao's strength allows him to remain independent and not rely on any faction for support.
• Consequences of Actions: The young woman's disregard for life and arrogance lead to her downfall.
• The Upcoming Changes: The impending changes on Earth will bring about increased conflict and danger in the Supernatural World.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Qiao and the man from the "Old Citizens": Their interaction is brief but decisive, ending with Jiang Qiao killing the man.
• Jiang Qiao and the young woman from the "Old Citizens": Their interaction is tense and violent, ending with Jiang Qiao dismembering her.
• The elder of the "Old Citizens" and the recorded events: The elder watches the recorded deaths of his fellow members, indicating that their actions have consequences and that their enemies are aware of their activities.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The "Old Citizens'" team is wiped out.
• Old monsters from the Red Moon Restaurant join top forces in the Supernatural Circle.
• Jiang Qiao advises people to stay in Lian City for safety during the great change.
• The Second Great Change begins, causing a Black Storm that engulfs most of Earth.
• Ye Fei and her companions encounter the Black Storm in Cold City, with signs of a supernatural event unfolding.

Character Developments

• Jiang Qiao shows leadership and concern for the safety of ordinary people.
• Ye Fei demonstrates her knowledge of supernatural events and prepares her companions for the upcoming challenges.

Significant Themes

• The unstoppable Supernatural Revival and its consequences.
• The mysterious Green Lotus Sect and its potential origins.
• The power dynamics and limitations of forces in the Supernatural World.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Qiao gives instructions to the remaining people in Lian City but leaves without checking if they comply.
• Ye Fei shares her knowledge of the Black Storm with her companions, showing her experience and understanding of supernatural events.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Qiao arrives at a colossal, ancient yet modern city (Lian City) that appears in the sky above Tacheng.
• The city's gates open, revealing grim, orderly, yet lifeless soldiers patrolling its streets.
• A powerful Supernatural Aura erupts from the city, clashing with the auras of top powerhouses in Tacheng.
• Several prominent figures, including Old Man Fei (Judgement Society), Liu Rumei (Guangming Society), and a representative from the Prayer Association, appear in the sky above Tacheng, confronting each other.

Character Developments

• Jiang Qiao demonstrates his terrifying presence, causing supernatural phenomena to recoil from him.
• The mysterious figures from different societies and organizations reveal their powers and intentions, hinting at complex relationships and alliances.

Significant Themes

• The ancient vs. modern contrast is emphasized through the description of Lian City.
• The theme of power and its consequences is explored as top powerhouses gather, their auras causing destruction and fear.
• The theme of hidden truths and secrets is hinted at, as the characters' conversations suggest a deeper understanding of the Nether Era and the Supernatural World.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Qiao observes the city but doesn't interact with the other characters yet.
• Old Man Fei, Liu Rumei, and the Prayer Association representative engage in a tense standoff, exchanging barbed remarks and revealing their respective societies' histories and alliances.
• The interactions between these characters suggest a complex web of relationships, with each society having its own agenda and secrets.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Fang Xun, the President of the Prayer Association, arrives, causing tension as the Prayer Association is disliked and feared due to their use of Taboo Weapons.
• A massive city, the Fishbone Temple, appears, containing sealed old monsters from the Nether Era.
• Awakeners from various organizations are sent to scout the city to understand the situation inside.

Character Developments

• Fang Xun is introduced as a Seventh Tier with the ability to use Ninth Tier techniques, but he's considered weak compared to true Ninth Tiers.
• The man from Liunian Village shows diplomatic skills, attempting to prevent conflict and keep everyone focused on the city's threat.

Significant Themes

• Power Dynamics: The Supernatural World's factions show their strength and willingness to cooperate or fight, with the Prayer Association's power being a point of contention.
• Taboo Weapons: The Prayer Association's possession of these weapons is a significant factor in how others perceive and interact with them.
• The Nether Era: The sealed old monsters from this era pose a new threat, shifting the focus from inter-factional conflicts to a common enemy.

Character Interactions

• Fang Xun's arrival causes tension, with others questioning his intentions and the Prayer Association's actions.
• The man from Liunian Village mediates, trying to keep everyone focused on the city's threat rather than fighting amongst themselves.
• The old man from the City of Wrongful Deaths shows disdain for Fang Xun, underestimating his abilities despite acknowledging his special nature.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Sixteen Eighth Tier Awakened attempt to climb Tacheng's outer wall.
• A hidden trap sprays a corrosive liquid, killing one Awakened instantly.
• Large, heated stones fall from the wall, killing the remaining three Awakened.
• The group realizes the wall is protected by a Ninth Tier Rule-based Curse.
• The second group of four Awakened is sent to enter the city through the main gate to scout and gauge the strength of the Yin Soldiers.

Character Developments

• No significant individual character development in this chapter.

Significant Themes

• The power and danger of ancient curses and traps.
• The hierarchy and politics among supernatural factions.
• The value of life among Awakened, varying based on their faction and status.

Character Interactions

• The Awakened groups interact minimally, focusing on their mission.
• A middle-aged man, a teenager, and another Awakened discuss their situation and the politics of their world, expressing frustration and resignation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The group enters the city through the main gate, encountering ancient, lifeless Yin Soldiers that don't attack them.
• Three more groups, totaling 13 people, enter the city safely.
• The 17 powerhouses decide to stick together and explore the city's left side.

Character Developments

• Fang Xun displays his knowledge about the city's dangers and mocks the Blood Gu's representative.
• The Old Citizen representative shows disdain for the Blood Gu and their Eighth Tier powerhouse's chances of survival.

Significant Themes

• Power Dynamics: The Old Citizens' disdain for the Blood Gu highlights the power imbalance between them.
• Risk vs. Reward: The group's decision to stick together balances safety with the potential for rewards within the city.

Character Interactions

• Fang Xun and the Old Citizen representative clash over the Blood Gu's chances.
• Mr. John from the Judgement Society questions Fang Xun about his knowledge of the city.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The group enters a silent, drizzle-free city filled with a strange atmosphere.
• They encounter Yin Soldiers and rotting corpses, increasing their unease.
• An Awakener is injured by an unknown entity in a house, losing a third of his palm.
• The group hears fighting sounds from an alley; two Awakened are dragged into a grocery store and disappear.
• The group decides to avoid a mist-covered alley and takes a different fork in the road.

Character Developments

• The Awakened group shows caution and cooperation, prioritizing safety and mission completion.
• The leaders of major forces outside monitor the situation within the city, adding pressure to the Awakened group.
• The group realizes there might be other Survivors hidden within the city.

Significant Themes

• Unease and Danger: The city's strange atmosphere and encounters with unknown entities create a sense of unease and danger.
• Cooperation and Caution: The Awakened group works together, prioritizing safety and mission completion, showing caution in the face of uncertainty.
• Survival and Hidden Threats: The presence of other Survivors within the city adds a layer of complexity and potential threats.

Character Interactions

• The Awakened group interacts cautiously, sharing information and making decisions together.
• Members from major powers exchange glances, showing solemnity and unease.
• The group avoids interaction with the unknown entities and other Survivors within the city.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Awakened Ones enter a Dead City and encounter unknown evil creatures.
• The city's architecture changes from old to modern and back, appearing stitched together.
• They find Cloud Smoke Master's broken weapon, a Zhanmadao, and signs of his battle with an unknown entity.
• They discover Cloud Smoke Master himself, severely injured, fighting a bizarre evil creature with a tombstone body.

Character Developments

• Cloud Smoke Master, an Eighth Tier powerhouse from Black Stone Hall, is revealed to be severely injured and fighting for his life.
• The Awakened Ones in the group show increased vigilance and wariness due to Cloud Smoke Master's condition and the unknown dangers in the city.

Significant Themes

• The unknown and unpredictable nature of Dead Cities and their evil creatures.
• The importance of past experiences and knowledge in facing new threats.
• The dangers of underestimating opponents, as seen in Cloud Smoke Master's injuries.

Character Interactions

• The Awakened Ones discuss Cloud Smoke Master's background and abilities, showing familiarity with his reputation.
• They express caution and mistrust towards each other, despite claiming to be companions.
• The group dynamic shifts as they encounter Cloud Smoke Master's battle, with increased tension and uncertainty.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Cloud Smoke Master, injured and cursed, battles a malevolent, half-human, half-tombstone spirit.
• A Shadow Figure, revealed to be a Cat-faced Old Woman, attacks the group, but is killed by an Awakener from the Judgement Society.
• A sudden flood, carrying a strong, foul stench, rushes towards the group, forcing them to flee.

Character Developments

• The Cloud Smoke Master's condition worsens as the curse causes his flesh to fall off.
• Kaid, an expert from the Judgement Society, reveals his identity and recognizes the young man from Village No. 185.
• The Cat-faced Old Woman is revealed to have tasted human flesh and followed the group.

Significant Themes

• The curse's progressive damage to the Cloud Smoke Master highlights the theme of inevitable decay and decline.
• The Cat-faced Old Woman's attack and the subsequent flood emphasize the theme of sudden, inescapable danger.

Character Interactions

• The Cloud Smoke Master and the Tombstone evil creature engage in a fierce, defensive battle.
• Kaid and the young man from Village No. 185 recognize each other, hinting at a shared history or knowledge.
• The group's immediate response to the flood demonstrates their unity and instinct for self-preservation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A mirage-like scene of a flooded city appears to people worldwide, with a pagoda and a stone bridge with a Supernatural Weapon (Dragon Slaying Sword) visible.
• The floodwaters gather and form a river, revealing an ancient stone bridge and a pagoda (Fishbone Temple) on the other side, made from gravestones and topped with a giant golden fish skull (Deity Bone).
• The old man from the "Old Citizens" recognizes the Fishbone Temple from ancient records and believes it contains a Safety Channel to the Nether Ancient World.

Character Developments

• Jiang Qiao observes the scene, recalling legends about the Dragon Slaying Sword and noting the extraordinary nature of the stone sword.
• The old man from the "Old Citizens" expresses excitement about the possibility of entering the Nether Ancient World and controlling the Supernatural, but Liu Rumei warns about attracting unimaginable beings.

Significant Themes

• The struggle between hope and fear in the face of the unknown and powerful.
• The pursuit of knowledge and control over the Supernatural, with potential consequences.
• The use of ancient legends and customs to understand and interpret current events.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Qiao observes the scene independently, while the old man and Liu Rumei discuss the implications of the Fishbone Temple's appearance. Their interaction highlights the tension between hope and caution.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The floodwaters recede, revealing the Dead City, but two Awakeners are missing.
• The remaining Awakeners scatter, some seeking an exit, others venturing deeper into the city.
• Wang Chen and Gu En discuss the potential dangers and power dynamics of the factions involved in finding the Passage to the Nether Ancient World.
• They encounter a Seventh Tier Awakener killed in one blow, likely by an unknown entity in the city.
• They hear another scream and decide to retreat, realizing the city's layout is problematic, leading them deeper instead of towards an exit.

Character Developments

• Wang Chen (Liunian Village): Shows strategic thinking and knowledge of the Supernatural World's history and power dynamics.
• Gu En (Guangming Society): Reveals his society's grudges with the Old Citizens and acknowledges the potential conflict in the Dead City.

Significant Themes

• The risks and rewards of competition in the Supernatural World.
• The power dynamics and alliances among different factions.
• The dangers and uncertainties of exploring the Nether Ancient World.

Character Interactions

• Wang Chen and Gu En discuss their motivations and the potential conflicts among the factions.
• They encounter a mysterious entity that kills Awakeners, highlighting the dangers within the city.
• Their conversation is interrupted by screams, indicating the presence of other Awakeners and the ongoing threats in the city.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wang Chen and Gu En navigate the distorted streets of the Dead City, avoiding Yin Soldiers.
• They witness Yin Soldiers feeding Malevolent Spirits with dismembered corpses of Awakened individuals.
• Kaid, an Awakened individual from the "Judgement Society," is heard fighting a formidable enemy.
• Wang Chen and Gu En encounter an unknown entity targeting them in a narrow alley, with the sound of footsteps on broken glass.
• They discover three teams of Yin Soldiers patrolling the street, spotting them.

Character Developments

• Wang Chen and Gu En demonstrate their caution and teamwork, navigating the dangerous city together.
• Kaid shows his strength but also his limits, as he's forced to retreat from a battle.

Significant Themes

• The Dead City's sinister nature and its ability to block Supernatural Sensing Abilities, making it difficult for Awakened individuals to defend against surprise attacks.
• The power dynamics and consequences of disrupting major plans of influential factions like Liunian Village.

Character Interactions

• Wang Chen and Gu En work well together, communicating effectively and complementing each other's abilities.
• Kaid's battle, though not directly involving Wang Chen and Gu En, serves as a cautionary tale of the dangers they face.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wang Chen and Gu En encounter patrolling Yin Soldiers upon leaving an alley.
• They decide not to fight, as a ghost creature is still pursuing them.
• The Yin Soldiers attack with automatic rifles, firing Ghost Fire bullets equivalent to a Seventh Tier expert's full-force attack.
• The Yin Soldiers clash with the ghost creature in the alley, revealing that their firearms have immense power and can harm supernatural beings.
• Wang Chen and Gu En decide to engage the Yin Soldiers, with Wang Chen using a flame cage and Gu En using a mud pit.

Character Developments

• Wang Chen and Gu En demonstrate their powers and strategic thinking, deciding when to fight and when to flee.
• The Yin Soldiers show unexpected tenacity and power, surviving initial attacks and continuing to fight despite severe injuries.

Significant Themes

• The unusual nature of the Yin Soldiers and their firearms, which can harm supernatural beings and have immense power.
• The strategic decision-making of Wang Chen and Gu En, who choose to fight only when they have the advantage.

Character Interactions

• Wang Chen and Gu En work together, discussing their observations and deciding on a course of action.
• The Yin Soldiers clash with the ghost creature, revealing their hostility towards it.
• Wang Chen and Gu En engage the Yin Soldiers, using their powers to subdue them.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A powerful Malevolent Spirit, wrapped in bandages, emerges from an alley, killing Yin Soldiers with ease.
• Wang Chen and Gu En observe the scene from a distance, seeking information for their upcoming mission.
• The Malevolent Spirit reveals a blood-red eye and steps into the street, leaving a trail of darkness and black blood.

Character Developments

• Wang Chen shares a past experience involving a similar bandaged creature, revealing his history and growth as an Awakener.
• Gu En shows curiosity and insight by connecting Wang Chen's past encounter to the current Malevolent Spirit.

Significant Themes

• Power and Strength: The Malevolent Spirit's strength is far superior to that of the Yin Soldiers and the observers, Wang Chen and Gu En.
• Unknown and Dangerous: The origin and nature of the Malevolent Spirit are unclear, adding an element of danger and mystery to the story.
• Observation and Information Gathering: Wang Chen and Gu En's decision to observe the battle highlights the importance of gathering information in the Supernatural World.

Character Interactions

• Wang Chen and Gu En work together, sharing information and speculating about the Malevolent Spirit.
• Wang Chen's past experience provides context for the current situation, fostering a sense of shared history between the characters.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wang Chen and Gu En encounter a Malevolent Spirit in the Fishbone Temple, resembling a person Wang Chen met years ago.
• The Malevolent Spirit removes its bandages, revealing a blood-soaked body, and seems to be summoning something.
• A leader-level Yin Soldier appears on a nearby skyscraper, unaffected by the Malevolent Spirit's bandages and curse.
• The Yin Soldier shoots at the Malevolent Spirit.

Character Developments

• Wang Chen is shocked and skeptical about the Malevolent Spirit's resemblance to someone he knew long ago.
• Gu En sees the Malevolent Spirit as bait that might reveal more about the Dead City's guardian forces.

Significant Themes

• The passage of time and its impact on Awakeners' lifespans.
• The brutal nature of Awakener life and their desensitization to gruesome sights.
• The unknown danger and potential guardians of the Dead City.

Character Interactions

• Wang Chen and Gu En discuss the Malevolent Spirit's origins and intentions.
• The Malevolent Spirit and the Yin Soldier engage in a standoff, with the Yin Soldier displaying superior power.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A malevolent spirit is shot by an Awakener on a skyscraper, with the bullet slowly tearing through the spirit's body, leaving a permanent scar.
• The spirit's phantom-like soul is blasted out of its body, causing it to lose consciousness and become incapacitated.
• The Awakener, a Yin Soldier Commander, uses a handgun with no apparent supernatural effects until impact.
• The malevolent spirit's body is taken away by another team of Yin Soldiers after the battle.

Character Developments

• Wang Chen and Gu En, who witness the battle, realize the power and danger of the Awakener, leading them to decide to leave the city.
• Jiang Qiao observes the battle through Wang Chen's perspective and speculates about the Awakener's abilities and the origin of the malevolent spirit.
• Ba Mu and Shela, representatives of the Guangming Society, approach Jiang Qiao to ask him questions.

Significant Themes

• The power and limitations of supernatural abilities, particularly time manipulation.
• The mystery surrounding the origin and nature of malevolent spirits and their connection to the Nether Era.
• The potential threat posed by Awakeners and the need for caution when interacting with them.

Character Interactions

• Wang Chen and Gu En exchange glances and share their horror at the Awakener's power.
• Jiang Qiao converses with Ba Mu and Shela, acknowledging their intrusion but showing no anger.
• Ba Mu and Shela introduce themselves to Jiang Qiao and express their desire to ask him questions, indicating a potential alliance or information exchange.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Qiao encounters representatives from the Guangming Society, seeking to discuss the past conflicts.
• Ba Mu, a Ninth Tier expert, requests Jiang Qiao to accompany him to the Guangming Society's headquarters to resolve misunderstandings.
• Jiang Qiao, anticipating a trap, uses "The Last Banquet" to trap Ba Mu and engages in combat with Shela, another Ninth Tier expert.

Character Developments

• Jiang Qiao remains calm and composed in the face of powerful enemies, showing no fear and using his abilities strategically.
• Ba Mu and Shela display their strength and confidence, believing Jiang Qiao to be cornered.

Significant Themes

• Enmity and revenge: The Guangming Society seeks retribution for Jiang Qiao's past actions, while Jiang Qiao is prepared to defend himself.
• Power dynamics: The characters' tiers and abilities influence their actions and confidence.
• Trust and deception: Jiang Qiao suspects a trap, while Ba Mu tries to manipulate Jiang Qiao into a false sense of security.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Qiao and Ba Mu: They engage in a tense conversation, with Ba Mu attempting to persuade Jiang Qiao to accompany him, and Jiang Qiao refusing and ultimately trapping Ba Mu.
• Jiang Qiao and Shela: They engage in combat, with Jiang Qiao using the Fate Scissors against Shela's defenses.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Qiao faces Shela, an old woman with a deadly curse.
• Jiang Qiao uses the Fate Scissors to swap his fate with Shela's curse, killing her.
• Shela survives and returns to normal, mistaking Jiang Qiao for a reincarnated ancient powerhouse.
• Jiang Qiao swaps the fate of a dying child with Shela, making the child healthy and giving him a wisp of supernatural power, while Shela becomes extremely hungry.

Character Developments

• Jiang Qiao demonstrates his power over fate, using it to manipulate and swap fates.
• Shela shows resilience and survival skills, even after having her fate swapped.

Significant Themes

• The power of fate and its manipulation.
• The consequences of actions and the ripple effects they have on others.
• The struggle for survival in a harsh world.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Qiao and Shela engage in a battle of wits and power, with Jiang Qiao outmaneuvering Shela.
• Jiang Qiao's actions indirectly help a dying child, showing a glimpse of his compassion.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Qiao uses his "Fate Weaver" ability to transfer various negative effects and injuries from Lian City's residents onto Shela, aiming to weaken her.
• Shela, unaffected by these minor injuries, reveals that Jiang Qiao's ability relies on a source to create damage and can't create it from nothing.
• Shela manifests her Supernatural Space, exerting immense gravity on Lian City and Jiang Qiao, causing him severe damage.
• Jiang Qiao attempts to swap this gravity with Shela using "Fate Weaver," but she withstands the pressure and even intensifies her own injuries, nullifying Jiang Qiao's ability.
• Jiang Qiao uses "Time Reversal" to rewind his own time, negating the gravity's effect, and prepares to use the Sin Mirror to annihilate Shela.

Character Developments

• Jiang Qiao: Demonstrates his "Fate Weaver" ability, struggles against Shela's Supernatural Space, and adapts by using "Time Reversal" and preparing the Sin Mirror.
• Shela: Reveals her understanding of Jiang Qiao's abilities, withstands the gravity pressure, and intensifies her own injuries to nullify "Fate Weaver."

Significant Themes

• The limitations and countermeasures of supernatural abilities.
• The struggle against overwhelming power and finding alternative strategies.
• The consequences of using others as a means to an end (transferring negative effects onto Shela).

Character Interactions

• Jiang Qiao and Shela: Engage in a battle of wits and abilities, with Shela revealing Jiang Qiao's ability's weaknesses and Jiang Qiao adapting to counter her.
• Jiang Qiao and Lian City's residents: Jiang Qiao uses them as a source to create damage, transferring their negative effects onto Shela.