Ch. 121Compared to Respect, I Hope She Hates Me
Key Plot Points and Events
- Wang Xuan, an Imperial Astronomer, records a line in a bamboo book before leaving.
- Wang Xuan meets An Hong, a senior figure in the Higher Spiritual World, and later encounters Qi Miao, Yan Que, and other powerful immortals.
- Mei Gongzi faces off against Cao Yuwei, using her exceptional perception and Stellar Transposition-like technique to evade his attacks and engage in a battle of attrition.
Character Developments
- Wang Xuan: Shows curiosity and respect towards the Paper People, despite their ruthless reputation.
- An Hong: Reveals a somewhat dark face and is displeased when Wang Xuan is introduced.
- Mei Gongzi: Demonstrates exceptional perception, skill, and endurance in her battle against Cao Yuwei.
- Cao Yuwei: Shows prowess in blade techniques and has other abilities at his disposal.
Significant Themes
- Respect vs. Hate: The title suggests a preference for being hated over being respected, implying that the character would rather be passionately disliked than passively admired.
- Power dynamics: The chapter highlights the power dynamics between different factions and individuals, with each character possessing unique abilities and statuses.
- Endurance vs. Attrition: Mei Gongzi's strategy against Cao Yuwei emphasizes the importance of endurance and attrition in battles, rather than relying solely on powerful attacks.
Character Interactions
- Wang Xuan and An Hong: They meet and exchange greetings, with An Hong revealing his displeasure towards Wang Xuan.
- Mei Gongzi and Cao Yuwei: They engage in a tense battle, with Mei Gongzi using her exceptional perception and skill to evade Cao Yuwei's attacks and force him to halt his abilities.
- Yan Que and Wang Xuan: Yan Que warns Wang Xuan to be cautious and guard against others, suggesting a level of mutual respect and understanding between them.