Ch. 601Du En's Surprise Attack, the True Lords' Doubts

Key Plot Points and Events

  • True Person Sheng Long is defeated by Du En in a sneak attack, revealing the flaw in his Sheng Long Body.
  • Ao Zhen, the young dragon, is saved by Du En and acknowledges his debt.
  • True Lord Qiongqi and True Lord Taotie suspect True Lord Chengru's interference in the Southern Land.
  • True Lord Huiqing attacks the Fudong Immortal Sect, delaying their plans to invade the Southern Land.

Character Developments

  • True Person Sheng Long's overconfidence in his Sheng Long Body leads to his downfall.
  • Ao Zhen's initial confidence is shaken, and he feels gratitude and resentment towards Du En.
  • True Lord Qiongqi and True Lord Taotie become more cautious due to the unexpected events in the Southern Land.

Significant Themes

  • The importance of not relying solely on one's strength or a single path to victory.
  • The consequences of underestimating one's opponents.
  • The role of contingency plans in warfare.

Character Interactions

  • Du En and Ao Zhen: Du En saves Ao Zhen and acknowledges his contribution, while Ao Zhen feels complex emotions towards Du En.
  • True Lord Qiongqi and True Lord Taotie: They work together to deal with True Lord Huiqing, showing unity in the face of unexpected challenges.
  • True Lord Huiqing and the Fudong Immortal Sect: True Lord Huiqing's sudden attack delays the Fudong Immortal Sect's plans, leading to a tense standoff.

Ch. 602The Outer Fringe, the Supreme Beings Rejoice

Summary of "The Side Outer Edge, Supreme Beings Rejoice"

Key Plot Points and Events

  • True Lord Taotie is enraged and blocked by True Lord Juanzhi at the border of their sects' Cosmic Domains.
  • Meng Changqing faces Chaos True Lord, who is a stepping stone for the Fu Dong Supreme Being.
  • Du En refuses the Mucang Supreme Being's kindness, causing it to act more aggressively.
  • The Supreme Beings are puzzled by the Luoyu Supreme Being's inaction despite significant provocations.

Character Developments

  • True Lord Taotie shows hesitation and caution due to the will of the Supreme Beings.
  • Meng Changqing's resolve wavers as he faces Chaos True Lord and considers True Lord Chengru's approach.
  • Du En stands firm against the Mucang Supreme Being's advances, refusing to cooperate.
  • The Supreme Beings become increasingly curious and irritated by the Luoyu Supreme Being's inaction.

Significant Themes

  • The will of the Supreme Beings and their influence on True Lords' actions.
  • The consequences of cultivators' actions and the karmic debts they accumulate.
  • The pursuit of power and immortality, and the potential return of a calamity.

Character Interactions

  • True Lord Taotie and True Lord Juanzhi engage in a tense standoff, with Juanzhi blocking Taotie's path.
  • Meng Changqing and Chaos True Lord have a philosophical debate before engaging in battle.
  • Du En and the Mucang Supreme Being have a tense exchange, with Du En refusing the Supreme Being's kindness.
  • The Supreme Beings communicate and share their confusion about the Luoyu Supreme Being's inaction.

Ch. 603Retreat or Stay—Is Yinglong the Strongest?

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Du En returns to Mojiu Shu City after defending the eastern front.
  • He decides to retreat everyone to the Star Realm via teleportation.
  • The city's cultivators, including old acquaintances of Du En, leave without protest.
  • Jiang Ying suggests retreating, but Du En decides to stay and fight.
  • Du En sends Jiang Ying, Zhen Hong, Ying Dongqing, and Sheng Zhaoshui back to their sect.
  • Ao Zhen is left behind with Du En and the Dark God.

Character Developments

  • Du En remains calm and decisive, accepting his fate as a lab rat in the Supreme Beings' experiment.
  • Jiang Ying shows determination to fight alongside Du En but is sent away.
  • Ao Zhen initially wants to desert but is persuaded to stay by Du En's implicit threat.
  • The Dark God remains indifferent to the situation, focused on his goal.

Significant Themes

  • The inevitability of fate and the manipulation of Supreme Beings.
  • The struggle between personal desires and duty.
  • The consequences of betrayal and desertion.

Character Interactions

  • Du En and Jiang Ying: Du En sends Jiang Ying away despite her wishes to fight alongside him.
  • Du En and Ao Zhen: Du En threatens Ao Zhen to stay and fight, using the rules of the Immortal Sect.
  • Du En and the Dark God: They remain together, with the Dark God showing no emotion.

Ch. 604Error-ridden Analogy, Sand and Dust Shattered

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Yinglong Divine Venerable's strength is discussed; Du En believes he is comparable to Supreme Beings.
  • Ao Zhen decides to help Du En in the upcoming battle, hoping to revive the Dragon Clan.
  • Dark God suspects Du En's true intentions and decides to participate in the battle to observe him.
  • True Lord Qiongqi and True Lord Youfeng (clone) break through the Southern Land's Grand Array, tearing apart the Mysterious Dust Obscuring the Sun.

Character Developments

  • Ao Zhen regains his confidence and decides to reshape his Dao Heart.
  • Dark God becomes more suspicious of Du En's true intentions.
  • True Lord Youfeng feels pent-up frustration and resentment from his battles with True Lord Zhu Ding.

Significant Themes

  • The burden of legacy and the need to break free from it to find one's own path (Ao Zhen, deities).
  • The tension between allies and the potential for divergence in their ideals and Dao paths (Du En and Dark God).
  • The accumulation of frustration and resentment leading to increased aggression (True Lord Youfeng).

Character Interactions

  • Du En helps Ao Zhen reshape his Dao Heart, subtly guiding him towards a specific path.
  • Dark God and Du En maintain a tense alliance, with Dark God growing more suspicious of Du En's true intentions.
  • True Lord Qiongqi and True Lord Youfeng (clone) interact indirectly through their actions, both aiming to break through the Southern Land's defenses.

Ch. 605Qiongqi's Gu Speech, Youfeng's Power

Summary

Plot Points and Events

  • Qiongqi True Lord and Youfeng True Lord's clones approach Mojiu Shu City.
  • Qiongqi True Lord engages in a battle of words with Ao Zhen and the Dark God, trying to find an opening.
  • Youfeng True Lord's clone enters Mojiu Shu City, establishes a Dao Domain, and resurrects fallen Mucang Immortal Sect members as undead spectral soldiers.
  • Du En defends against Youfeng True Lord's attacks using Mojiu Shu City's systems and his own powers.

Character Developments

  • Ao Zhen's Dao Heart is fragile and unstable.
  • Du En demonstrates his ability to adapt and respond to threats.
  • True Lord Qiongqi shows cunning and patience in his battle of words.
  • True Lord Youfeng shows ruthlessness and adaptability in his attacks.

Significant Themes

  • The power of words and manipulation, shown by Qiongqi True Lord.
  • The resilience and adaptability of Mojiu Shu City and Du En.
  • The consequences of past actions, seen in the resurrection of fallen Mucang Immortal Sect members.

Character Interactions

  • Qiongqi True Lord tries to provoke and manipulate Ao Zhen and the Dark God.
  • Du En and Youfeng True Lord's clone clash, showcasing their powers and strategies.
  • Du En and Mojiu Shu City's systems work together to defend against Youfeng True Lord's attacks.

Ch. 606Dim God's Return to Normal, the Seven Rainbow Lotus Appears

Key Plot Points and Events

  • True Lord Qiongqi engages Ao Zhen and the Dark God in battle on the eastern side of Mojiu Shu City.
  • True Lord Youfeng battles Du En on the western side, using Heavenly God Thunder to strike Du En's vital points.
  • Du En uses the Seven Rainbow Lotus, a Mysterious Treasure given by True Lord Chengru, to resist True Lord Youfeng's attacks.

Character Developments

  • Ao Zhen struggles to hold his ground against True Lord Qiongqi, feeling overwhelmed and confused.
  • The Dark God reveals his true power, advancing to the mid-stage of the Life Source Star Realm and using the Divine Ability Mirror Light Strange Bloom.
  • Du En, despite his injuries, remains determined and resourceful, using the Seven Rainbow Lotus to defend against True Lord Youfeng's attacks.
  • True Lord Youfeng demonstrates his strategic thinking, trying to exploit Du En's weakness in using the Seven Rainbow Lotus.

Significant Themes

  • The struggle between powerful beings and their limitations.
  • The use of strategy and adaptability in battle.
  • The consequences of one's choices and actions.

Character Interactions

  • Ao Zhen and the Dark God work together to hold off True Lord Qiongqi, with the Dark God taking the lead.
  • Du En and True Lord Youfeng engage in a battle of wits and power, with True Lord Youfeng trying to exploit Du En's use of the Seven Rainbow Lotus.
  • True Lord Qiongqi's ferocious might and relentless attacks contrast with Ao Zhen's confusion and struggle, highlighting the power imbalance between them.

Ch. 607Facing a Choice, Helplessness Comes Swiftly

Key Plot Points and Events

  • True Lord Youfeng discovers Du En's rapid recovery and decides to investigate.
  • Du En reveals his true form and begins to devour the nether army, causing True Lord Youfeng's Dao Domain to shrink.
  • True Lord Youfeng activates his Eighteen Hells secret technique, targeting Du En with various hellish scenes.
  • Du En counters with his Daoist Magic: True Nether and Nine Profound Six Obscurities Pingjiang Dao Chapter, but True Lord Youfeng breaks his pens and seals Du En's powers.
  • Meanwhile, on the eastern battlefield, True Lord Qiongqi severely injures Ao Zhen and pressures the Dark God, forcing it to revert to its true form.

Character Developments

  • True Lord Youfeng shows his strategic prowess and accumulated power, effectively countering Du En's moves.
  • Du En demonstrates his adaptability and resourcefulness, using various techniques to hold off True Lord Youfeng.
  • True Lord Qiongqi displays his destructive might and pressures the Dark God, forcing it to revert to its true form.
  • Ao Zhen shows his resilience but is severely injured by True Lord Qiongqi.

Significant Themes

  • The power dynamics between cultivators and gods.
  • The strategic planning and countermeasures of True Lords.
  • The adaptability and resourcefulness of cultivators in the face of adversity.

Character Interactions

  • True Lord Youfeng and Du En engage in a battle of wits and power, with each trying to outmaneuver the other.
  • True Lord Qiongqi and the Dark God clash, with True Lord Qiongqi gaining the upper hand.
  • Ao Zhen and True Lord Qiongqi engage in a fierce battle, with Ao Zhen ultimately being severely injured.

Ch. 608Three Worlds Round Lock, Grand Array in Collapse

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Ao Zhen, the young dragon, confirms the power of the Conquering Dragon Dao Secret against True Lord Qiongqi and decides to fight on, accepting defeat as a path to victory.
  • True Lord Qiongqi detonates the southern end of the Luoyu Grand Array, removing the pressure on his clone incarnations.
  • Du En masters the Grand Profound Great Dao, allowing his body to accommodate three Great Daos, reaching an equivalent scale difference, and forming the Three Talents cycle.
  • True Lord Qiongqi consumes a divine shell left by the Dark God, causing spacetime paradoxes.

Character Developments

  • Ao Zhen grows in resolve and determination, accepting defeat as a part of his path to victory.
  • Du En makes significant progress in his cultivation, mastering the Grand Profound Great Dao and achieving a unique state for his cultivation level.
  • True Lord Qiongqi reaches his peak power, entering the perfect stage of his cultivation.

Significant Themes

  • The theme of accepting and learning from defeat is emphasized through Ao Zhen's character arc.
  • The power of determination and persistence is shown through Du En's refusal to seek help and his continued cultivation progress.
  • The consequences of hidden actions and long-term plans are explored through the detonation of the Luoyu Grand Array and the spacetime paradoxes caused by True Lord Qiongqi's actions.

Character Interactions

  • Ao Zhen and True Lord Qiongqi clash, with Ao Zhen managing to hold on despite the pressure from the Conquering Dragon Dao Secret and the Annihilation Heavenly Halberd.
  • Du En and True Lord Youfeng engage in a battle of wits, with Du En using the Three Worlds Round Lock to protect himself from Mucang Supreme Being's influence.
  • The Dark God and True Lord Qiongqi interact, with the Dark God helping to weaken True Lord Qiongqi's clone incarnation and later causing spacetime paradoxes through his divine ability.

Ch. 609The Fall of the Dark God: Two Against One

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Heaven and Earth's correction principles are dormant and need a hand (the Dark God) to trigger them.
  • True Lord Qiongqi merges his Incarnations and obtains a new Daoist Magic, the Guwu Battle Halberd.
  • True Lord Youfeng merges with his clone and becomes the Emperor of Fengdu, reaching the Integration stage.
  • Du En uses the Phoenix's Lingering Hatred to propel his power and understanding, and uses Life from Death to counter True Lord Youfeng's Azure Netherworld.
  • Du En's Daoist body shows signs of shattering due to the strain of his power.

Character Developments

  • The Dark God triggers Heaven and Earth's correction, gaining divine abilities and methods.
  • True Lord Qiongqi becomes more aggressive and confident in his abilities.
  • True Lord Youfeng merges with his clone, gaining a temporary boost in power.
  • Du En pushes his cultivation to its limits, displaying extraordinary power and understanding, but his body begins to falter.

Significant Themes

  • The power of Heaven and Earth's correction and the consequences of defying them.
  • The struggle and consequences of pushing one's cultivation to its limits.
  • The theme of merging and unity, as seen in True Lord Youfeng's merge with his clone and Du En's use of Life from Death.

Character Interactions

  • True Lord Qiongqi and True Lord Youfeng team up to fight Du En.
  • Du En and True Lord Youfeng engage in a fierce battle, with Du En ultimately gaining the upper hand.
  • The Dark God is sent away by Du En to ensure his safety.

Ch. 610Treasure City's Self-Destruction, Du En's Death

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Du En detonates Mojiu Shu City to create a singularity, intending to use it for a breakthrough.
  • The True Lords counter by detonating their own seventh-tier treasures, overwhelming Du En.
  • The aftermath of the detonations causes a catastrophic event in the Southern Land of Luoy

Ch. 611A Monument to the Latecomers, Storms Converging

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Du En reveals he's practicing 'Great Dao Body Sculpting', shocking the True Lords.
  • True Lord Qiongqi attacks Du En, but Du En uses his 'Grand Profound Harmony Yuan' to restrain Qiongqi's clone.
  • Qiongqi reveals his trump card, the 'Chaos Great Dao', restraining Du En's 'Grand Profound Great Dao'.
  • Du En counters with his 'Middle Emperor Great Dao' and 'Vermilion Lord Great Dao', walking out of the chaos and defeating Qiongqi.
  • True Lord Nine Luo appears, challenging True Lord Zhu Ding, and a battle ensues.
  • True Lord Qiongqi's main body arrives, having become a powerhouse.
  • The three True Lords of Mucang Immortal Sect merge into one, the 'King of Fengdu', and head towards the Southern Land of Luoyu.

Character Developments

  • Du En demonstrates his prowess and creates a new type of Dao Body, the 'Grand Vermilion Sacred Emperor Physique'.
  • True Lord Qiongqi completes his final steps, becoming a powerhouse.
  • True Lord Youfeng becomes more determined to defeat Du En to salvage his reputation.
  • The True Lords of Mucang Immortal Sect merge to form the 'King of Fengdu'.

Significant Themes

  • The struggle for supremacy among cultivators and immortal sects.
  • The pursuit of power and the Great Dao.
  • The consequences of failure and the pressure to succeed.

Character Interactions

  • Du En faces off against the True Lords, showcasing his abilities and creating a new Dao Body.
  • True Lord Qiongqi and Du En clash, with Qiongqi revealing his trump card.
  • True Lord Nine Luo challenges True Lord Zhu Ding, leading to a fierce battle.
  • The True Lords of Mucang Immortal Sect merge to form the 'King of Fengdu', determined to defeat Du En.

Ch. 612Power of Choice, Bewildering Changes

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Du En, despite being battered, escapes the chaos and encounters True Lord Qiongqi and True Lord Jiu Luo.
  • The Supreme Beings reveal their unified goal to eliminate Du En within the day.
  • Meng Changqing, unable to leave, witnesses the changing situation in the Southern Land of Luoyu.
  • Du En faces two powerful True Lords at the border of the Doomsday's destruction.
  • Southern End Grudge/Sin appears, offering Du En a choice to purify it or deny it.
  • Du En breaks through to Void Refinement Completion, advancing his Great Vermilion Imperial Way.

Character Developments

  • Du En: Despite his dire situation, Du En remains calm and determined. He chooses to face the Grudge/Sin, indicating a change in his resolve. His breakthrough shows his continuous growth.
  • Meng Changqing: Meng's role becomes more passive as he's unable to leave the situation. He regrets his actions but understands the necessity of Du En's choices.
  • Supreme Beings: They reveal their unified will and goal, showing their determination to eliminate Du En. Their actions and attitudes change rapidly, indicating their growing involvement.

Significant Themes

  • Choice and Determination: Du En's choices, despite the dire consequences, highlight his determination and resolve. The Supreme Beings' actions also show their determination to achieve their goal.
  • Power and Growth: Du En's continuous growth and breakthroughs emphasize the theme of power and its role in survival. The Supreme Beings' involvement also underscores the power dynamics at play.
  • Karmic Debt and Consequences: Du En's acceptance of the karmic debts of the immortal sects has led to the current situation, highlighting the theme of consequences and the inescapability of karmic debt.

Character Interactions

  • Du En and True Lords: The interactions between Du En and the True Lords highlight the power dynamics and the impending conflict. Du En's calm demeanor contrasts with the True Lords' growing unease.
  • Du En and Southern End Grudge/Sin: Their interaction shows Du En's acceptance of the bizarre and his willingness to face the consequences of his choices.
  • Meng Changqing and Supreme Beings: Meng's interactions with the Supreme Beings, though indirect, show his growing understanding of their intentions and the dire situation Du En is in.

Ch. 613The Words of Xiulin, the Sword of Human Sorrow

Plot Points and Events

  • True Lord Linyu and Kezhan of Xiulin Immortal Sect arrive at Nanmo Border City to investigate the Southern End corpse burial ground.
  • Du En's repeated feats prompt True Lord Linyu to decide to intervene in the battlefield situation.
  • True Lord Chengru of Luoyu Immortal Sect arrives, halting the Xiulin Sect's plans.
  • True Lord Xiuyu (formerly Linyu) and True Lord Chengru engage in battle.
  • True Lord Qiongqi and King Fengdu attack Du En, intending to kill him before his summoned sword arrives.
  • Du En summons the Six Heavens Sorrow Demon Sword, which traverses time and space to reach him.
  • The sword's power unleashes the Tear River of the Mortal World, reversing the situation and trapping the True Lords and Kings in its flow.

Character Developments

  • True Lord Linyu accepts his incompetence and becomes True Lord Xiuyu, accepting his role as a vessel for the Xiulin Immortal Sect's will.
  • Du En's actions prompt True Lord Xiuyu to intervene and ultimately lead to the summoning of the Six Heavens Sorrow Demon Sword.

Significant Themes

  • The power of the common people and their suffering (represented by the Tear River of the Mortal World).
  • The consequences of ignoring or oppressing the common folk.
  • The role of a cultivator in addressing the world's suffering.

Character Interactions

  • True Lord Xiuyu and True Lord Chengru's past rivalry and current conflict.
  • Du En's actions influencing the decisions of True Lord Xiuyu and the True Lords and Kings.
  • The relationship between Du En and the common people, represented by the Tear River of the Mortal World.

Ch. 614Integrated Body Realm to the Peak!

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Du En faces off against the True Lord and True King, who mock his powerlessness.
  • The True Lord and True King reveal their desire for immortality and disdain for the weak.
  • The Mortal World's Tear River sword descends, but the True Lord and True King dismiss it.
  • Du En breaks through to the Integration stage, revealing that he had been planning this all along.
  • True Lord Qiongqi is killed by Du En's sneak attack.
  • The other True Lords react to Qiongqi's death and Du En's breakthrough.
  • The Supreme Beings begin to fight over the Dream of the Three Crossings Void.
  • Luoyu Supreme Being expresses confusion about Du En's cultivation path.

Character Developments

  • Du En: Shows cunning and strategic thinking, breaking through to the Integration stage and killing True Lord Qiongqi.
  • True Lord Qiongqi: Dies after underestimating Du En and being killed by a sneak attack.
  • True Lord Jiuluo: Returns and pushes True Lord Hundun to face the invasion from Mucang Immortal Sect.
  • Luoyu Supreme Being: Expresses confusion about Du En's cultivation path.

Significant Themes

  • Power dynamics and the struggle between the strong and the weak.
  • The pursuit of immortality and the consequences of unchecked ambition.
  • The cyclical nature of life, death, and rebirth, as seen in the Dream of the Three Crossings Void.
  • The erosion of karmic debt and malice, and the need for resolution.

Character Interactions

  • Du En and the True Lord/True King: They clash over their views on power and the pursuit of immortality.
  • Du En and True Lord Qiongqi: Du En kills Qiongqi with a sneak attack, revealing his strategic thinking.
  • The Supreme Beings: They fight over the Dream of the Three Crossings Void, disregarding everything else.
  • Du En and Luoyu Supreme Being: Luoyu Supreme Being expresses confusion about Du En's cultivation path.

Ch. 615Du True Lord Responded, So Luoyu Went First!

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Du En uses the power of the Tear River to advance his cultivation, not to harm others.
  • Luoyu Supreme Being explains his Dao to Du En and decides to walk the path of becoming an immortal first.
  • Du En is invited to visit Xiulin Immortal Sect by their Supreme Being.
  • True Lord Zhu Ding apologizes to Du En for not defending the sect against Mu Cang's invasion and shares his whereabouts at the time.

Character Developments

  • Du En reaches the Integration stage in his cultivation.
  • Luoyu Supreme Being decides to take the first step towards immortality.
  • Meng Changqing is severely injured but remains determined to understand the current situation.
  • True Lord Zhu Ding shows sincerity towards Du En and shares his past actions.

Significant Themes

  • The path of cultivation and becoming an immortal.
  • The competition and cooperation among Immortal Sects and Supreme Beings.
  • The consequences of past actions and their impact on the present.

Character Interactions

  • Du En interacts with Luoyu Supreme Being, True Lord Chengru, and True Lord Zhu Ding, leading to significant developments in the story.
  • Meng Changqing's interaction with Du En reveals his determination to understand the situation despite his injuries.
  • True Lord Juanzhi's interaction with Du En shows her concern for Meng Changqing's well-being and her duty as a True Lord.

Ch. 616Reputation Spreads Far and Wide

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Du En's rapid advancement to the Master True Lord level shocks the world.
  • News of Du En's deeds spreads quickly, causing excitement and awe among cultivators.
  • Meng Changqing returns to the sect, planning to go into seclusion to regain the effect of Time Acceleration.
  • Jiang Ying decides to help Du En with farming and takes some Dao法 legacies and a Golden Flower Yuan Mirror to him.

Character Developments

  • Du En's reputation grows, and his subordinates begin to acknowledge and accept his new status.
  • Meng Changqing, despite his injuries, remains ambitious and eager to contribute to Du En's cause.
  • Jiang Ying becomes more determined to improve her cultivation, seeking Du En's help.

Significant Themes

  • Rapid advancement and its impact on the world.
  • The spread of information and its influence on public opinion.
  • The acceptance of new power dynamics and leadership.

Character Interactions

  • Xu Fengjiao and Yang Dong: Xu Fengjiao, initially skeptical, accepts Du En's new status and takes out her frustration on Yang Dong.
  • Jiang Ying and Du En: Jiang Ying expresses her resentment towards Du En's decision to send her back but is still eager to help him.
  • Meng Changqing and the others: Meng Changqing shares his plans for seclusion with the Dark God, Old True Person Zhen Hong, and the little dragon Ao Zhen, who are all interested in his progress.

Ch. 617Longqing Enters Seclusion, Du En Heads South

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Meng Changqing enters seclusion to recover and advance, utilizing Time Acceleration.
  • Du En travels south to the Southern Land, where he continues to practice and advance.
  • Jiang Ying breaks through to the Void Refining stage.
  • Du En returns to his homeland in Nanmo, then proceeds to the Southern Cang Ruins.
  • The Southern Cang Ruins exhibit an anomaly, with black and white colors dominating the scene.

Character Developments

  • Meng Changqing: Struggles with his feelings towards True Lord Chengru, decides to establish his own Great Dao and become stronger.
  • Du En: Continues to advance in his cultivation, understands the true nature of the Southern Cang Ruins, and prepares to confront the Supreme Being.
  • Jiang Ying: Breaks through to the Void Refining stage, contemplates returning to her sect.

Significant Themes

  • The influence of True Lord Chengru's actions and intentions on others.
  • The consequences of being guided or manipulated by powerful figures.
  • The struggle between light and shadow, good and evil.

Character Interactions

  • Du En and Jiang Ying: Du En entrusts Jiang Ying with the responsibility of organizing and regulating the Southern Land.
  • Meng Changqing and Du En: Meng Changqing expresses his thoughts about True Lord Chengru and his plans to establish his own Great Dao.
  • Du En and the Southern Cang Ruins: Du En understands the true nature of the ruins and prepares to confront the Supreme Being.

Ch. 618Southern Cang Ruins, Unwearying and Wuzheng

Plot Points and Events

  • Du En enters the Southern Cang Ruins and encounters True Lord Bujuan, a residual spirit who warns him of the dangers ahead.
  • Du En faces a monster, a crude imitation of the Southern End Grudge/Sin, and uses his True Heaven Wood Realm to transform it into a fruit of true principles.
  • True Lord Wuzheng, another disciple of Southern Cang Venerable, attacks Du En, revealing himself after his attempt to steal the fruit of true principles fails.

Character Developments

  • True Lord Bujuan: Despite being a residual spirit, he maintains his noble demeanor and warns Du En of the dangers ahead, showing concern for Du En's well-being.
  • Du En: He demonstrates his power and wisdom by quickly assessing and dealing with the monster, and then using his abilities to dodge and counter True Lord Wuzheng's attack.
  • True Lord Wuzheng: He reveals his true form and attacks Du En, showing his arrogant and dismissive nature.

Significant Themes

  • The dangers of the Southern Cang Ruins and the power of its inhabitants.
  • The struggle for power and resources, as seen in True Lord Wuzheng's attempt to steal the fruit of true principles.
  • The importance of wisdom and adaptability, as demonstrated by Du En's ability to quickly assess and respond to threats.

Character Interactions

  • Du En and True Lord Bujuan: They have a brief but tense conversation, with True Lord Bujuan warning Du En and Du En questioning True Lord Bujuan's intentions.
  • Du En and True Lord Wuzheng: They have a hostile encounter, with True Lord Wuzheng attacking Du En and Du En successfully defending himself.

Ch. 619Dao Absolute Luo Time, End of Dharma Suspended

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Du En falls into a deeper layer of the Southern Cang Ruins, a place of temporal chaos called "Dao Absolute Luo Time" or "End of Dharma Suspended."
  • He realizes he's in a world where neither righteous nor evil magic exists, and cultivators' energies flow downwards, causing them to lose their cultivation levels and eventually die.
  • Du En manages to maintain his cultivation using the Grand Vermilion Imperial Way but is constantly under pressure and restraint.
  • He decides to cultivate further to meet the basic conditions for departure and return.
  • Ten years pass, and Du En advances his three Great Daos to complete mastery.
  • He decides to leave, using Mount Kongsang's self-destruction and the Golden Flower Yuan Mirror to crack the spacetime framework.

Character Developments

  • Du En remains calm and undisturbed throughout his predicament, adapting to his circumstances and continuing his cultivation.
  • He demonstrates his ability to find viable solutions and implement them, showing his resourcefulness and determination.
  • Du En's cultivation advances significantly, reaching complete mastery of his three Great Daos and increasing his lifespan.

Significant Themes

  • The theme of adaptation and resilience is prominent as Du En faces the harsh conditions of the End of Dharma and continues to cultivate.
  • The contrast between the superficial appearance of the Mortal World and its metaphysical truth is highlighted.
  • The theme of time and its passage is emphasized, with Du En's cultivation and the backlash from the Age of Dharma Decline affecting the flow of time.

Character Interactions

  • Although not physically present, Ji Wuzheng's actions and words influence Du En's situation and decisions.
  • True Lord Bu Juan's words about the Southern Cang Ruins being an ancient secret land with many earth-shattering secrets are validated by Du En's experiences.
  • Du En interacts with the environment and the laws of the End of Dharma, adapting to and manipulating them to his advantage.

Ch. 620The Heavenly Gate Faces South, the Great Secret of the Mortal World

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Du En is presumed dead by Unwearying True Lord after encountering a deadly trap in the Southern Cang Ruins.
  • Du En emerges unharmed from the trap, shocking Unwearying True Lord.
  • Unwearying True Lord reveals the history of Southern Cang Venerable and the dojo, its connection to the Heavenly Gate, and the role of Luoyu Supreme Being in the current state of the ruins.

Character Developments

  • Du En demonstrates extraordinary talent and resilience, surviving a deadly trap that even Unwearying True Lord finds impossible to escape.
  • Unwearying True Lord, initially dismissive of Du En, becomes hopeful and entrusts him with the task of unraveling the mystery of the dojo and finding peace for its inhabitants.

Significant Themes

  • The pursuit of immortality and the Immortal Path.
  • The conflict and entanglements between the Five Great Immortal Sects.
  • The impact of Supreme Beings on the mortal world and their influence on events.

Character Interactions

  • Du En and Unwearying True Lord interact, with Du En's calm demeanor and survival of the trap earning him the True Lord's respect and trust.
  • Unwearying True Lord shares his past experiences and insights with Du En, revealing the history of the dojo and its connection to the Heavenly Gate.
  • The conversation between Du En and Unwearying True Lord highlights the True Lord's lingering resentment towards Luoyu Supreme Being and his hope that Du En can bring peace to the dojo.
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