Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Prenatal cultivators prevent certain disciples from entering the Yindi Secret Realm due to their untrustworthy behavior.
• The Sect's Disciplinary Hall handles these disciples, and some are dealt with, causing no significant stir.
• The selection for the Yindi Secret Realm concludes with 53 disciples chosen, including Zhao Qixin and Zhang Lingshu.
• Zhang Wan is visited by Old Ancestor Jade Bone, who praises his cultivation progress and invites him to his cave dwelling.

Character Developments

• Zhang Lingshu: Shows determination to take risks for the Prenatal Pills but also wants to ensure her survival.
• Zhang Wan: Demonstrates caution and prudence when interacting with Old Ancestor Jade Bone, concealing his true strength.
• Old Ancestor Jade Bone: Reveals his concern for the Sect's future and his desire to protect his juniors.

Significant Themes

• Trust and loyalty among Sect members.
• The importance of strength and resources for survival and advancement in cultivation.
• The responsibility of the Sect's leaders towards its members.

Character Interactions

• Zhang Wan and Old Ancestor Jade Bone: The Old Ancestor seeks out Zhang Wan, praises his cultivation, and shares his concerns about the Sect's future, inviting him to his cave dwelling.
• Zhang Lingshu and Zhang Wan: Zhang Lingshu accepts her uncle's preparations for her entry into the Yindi Secret Realm, showing trust in his support.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Old Ancestor Jade Bone reveals Jade Bone Sect's dire situation: he has only 40-50 years left, and key disciples Ji Ci and Huang Jue have slim chances of reaching the True Core realm.
• Old Ancestor asks Zhang Wan to become a Dark Vein Elder, take the sect's inheritance, and leave Wu Kingdom to ensure the sect's survival after its predicted destruction by other sects.
• Zhang Wan agrees, seeing this as an opportunity to leave Wu Kingdom for an extended period to gather resources and avoid the sect's impending calamity.
• Zhang Wan and Old Ancestor make preparations for Zhang Wan's departure, which will happen after the Yindi Secret Realm matter is concluded.

Character Developments

• Zhang Wan: Becomes more determined to leave Wu Kingdom to gather resources and avoid the sect's destruction. He also shows consideration for his family's safety and well-being.
• Old Ancestor Jade Bone: Reveals his concern for the sect's survival and its inheritance. He shows foresight and wisdom in planning for the sect's future.

Significant Themes

• Survival and preservation of the sect's legacy.
• The struggle between sects for power and resources.
• The importance of personal growth and self-preservation in the face of adversity.

Character Interactions

• Zhang Wan and Old Ancestor Jade Bone: They have a candid conversation about the sect's situation, leading to Zhang Wan's decision to become a Dark Vein Elder and leave Wu Kingdom. Their interaction shows mutual respect and understanding of each other's perspectives.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhang Wan, a Prenatal Second Level martial artist, returns to the Cloud Valley Branch, using his mission to support the Yindi Secret Realm as a cover to enter the secret realm himself.
• He suspects the absence of martial artists from the four Ming Kingdom sects, planning to investigate their actions after leaving the Wu Kingdom.
• Inside the Yindi Secret Realm, Zhang Wan senses his second sister's location and overhears the Jade Bone Sect disciples' plan to stick together for safety and support.

Character Developments

• Zhang Wan demonstrates his cunning and resourcefulness by using his mission to enter the secret realm secretly.
• Zhang Lingshu and the Jade Bone Sect disciples show unity and caution in their plan to gather spirit items, indicating their awareness of the danger and competition within the secret realm.

Significant Themes

• Ambition and Cunning: Zhang Wan's actions showcase his ambition and cunning, as he seeks to increase his wealth and power before leaving the Wu Kingdom.
• Loyalty and Unity: The Jade Bone Sect disciples' plan to stick together highlights their loyalty to their Sect and unity as fellow disciples, even in the face of danger and competition.

Character Interactions

• Zhang Wan secretly observes his second sister and the Jade Bone Sect disciples, showing his protective nature towards his family.
• The Jade Bone Sect disciples interact, demonstrating their unity and caution in their plan to gather spirit items.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhang Wan, a Spirit Planter, discovers the exceptional fertility of the Yindi Secret Realm's spirit soil.
• He decides to explore underground, finding the quality of spirit soil improving with depth.
• He discovers that the spirit soil might be fertilized with the flesh and blood of martial artists who died in the secret realm.
• Reaching the earth vein, he finds runes that maintain the secret realm's formation and memorizes them.
• He collects three top-grade Prenatal Earth Fiend Spirit Fires, planning to feed them to his Azure Heart Flame.
• Zhang Wan decides to explore along the earth vein, finding high-grade Prenatal spirit items.
• He senses a powerful, destructive force ahead and sees a fleeting golden light, deciding to investigate further.

Character Development

• Zhang Wan demonstrates his determination, resourcefulness, and courage in exploring the secret realm's depths.
• His understanding of runes and spirit fires grows, showing his continuous learning and adaptation.

Significant Themes

• The power of nature and its resources, both beneficial and dangerous.
• The consequences of exploiting resources, as seen in the potential use of martial artists' remains to fertilize the soil.
• The balance between exploration, greed, and self-preservation, as Zhang Wan weighs the risks and rewards of his journey.

Character Interactions

• Zhang Wan interacts with the environment, uncovering its secrets and facing its challenges.
• His past experiences, such as witnessing Golden Cloud Manor's practices, influence his interpretations of his findings.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhang Wan obtains a faint golden light, later identified as a piece of Primal Earth Gold Essence, while navigating through Earth Fiend Qi in the earth's depths.
• He risks significant mana depletion to secure the item, which exhibits extraordinary properties and is believed to be a legendary divine item.
• Zhang Wan decides to process and conceal the Primal Earth Gold Essence to prevent attracting unwanted attention, using various methods to mask its aura.

Character Developments

• Zhang Wan demonstrates his decisiveness, courage, and resourcefulness in securing the Primal Earth Gold Essence, despite the risks involved.
• He shows concern for his own safety and the potential threats posed by the divine item, indicating a level of maturity and caution.

Significant Themes

• Opportunity and Risk: Zhang Wan seizes an extraordinary opportunity but also faces significant risks, highlighting the dual nature of opportunities in his world.
• Concealment and Protection: Zhang Wan employs various methods to conceal the Primal Earth Gold Essence, emphasizing the importance of protecting valuable assets from potential threats.

Character Interactions

• Although there are no direct interactions with other characters in this chapter, Zhang Wan's actions are driven by his awareness of potential threats from other martial artists, implying indirect interactions and competition within his world.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhang Wan recognizes the Primal Earth Gold Essence as suitable for his natal magic tool.
• He decides to forge it despite the challenge due to its high quality and his current cultivation level.
• Zhang Wan plans to leave the Wu Kingdom to gather more inheritances and materials for his tool.
• The Yindi Secret Realm closes after seven days, with half of the disciples from the Six Sects emerging injured.
• The survivors return to their respective Sects, and the Cloud Valley Branch receives and treats the injured disciples.

Character Developments

• Zhang Wan shows strategic thinking and patience in deciding to forge the Primal Earth Gold Essence into his natal magic tool, despite the challenges.
• Zhang Lingshu, Zhang Wan's second sister, loses her left arm but is considered lightly injured. She doesn't receive immediate help from Zhang Wan, suggesting she's learning to face consequences.

Significant Themes

• Cultivation Challenges: Zhang Wan faces the difficulty of forging a high-quality item at his current level, reflecting the challenges and patience required in cultivation.
• Growth and Consequences: Zhang Lingshu's injury shows the theme of facing consequences for one's actions, a common theme in cultivation stories.

Character Interactions

• Zhang Wan and Zhang Lingshu: Zhang Wan doesn't intervene when his sister is injured, allowing her to face the consequences of her actions.
• The Six Sects: The Sects show rivalry and animosity towards each other but maintain a temporary truce after leaving the secret realm to avoid further losses.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The disciples tally and distribute rewards for the fallen.
• Zhang Wan gives Zhang Lingshu and Zhao Qixin Prenatal Reconstruction Pills for healing.
• Disciples return to the main sect for rewards; Zhang Lingshu receives a Prenatal Pill.
• Zhang Wan visits his parents before leaving the Wu Kingdom.

Character Developments

• Zhang Wan demonstrates his wealth and generosity by giving Prenatal Reconstruction Pills.
• Zhang Lingshu shows excitement and gratitude upon receiving a Prenatal Pill.
• Zhang Wan's parents express worry and support for their son's journey.

Significant Themes

• Family and Belonging: Zhang Wan's visit to his parents highlights the importance of family, while his decision to inform his siblings about the impending crisis shows his responsibility towards them.
• Cultivation and Growth: The distribution of rewards and pills emphasizes the disciples' growth and the sect's support for their cultivation.
• Secrecy and Trust: Zhang Wan's decision to keep his departure secret from most but inform his siblings showcases the theme of trust and the importance of preparation.

Character Interactions

• Zhang Wan interacts with his parents, expressing his love and reassurance while also preparing them for his departure.
• Zhang Wan shares crucial information with his siblings, demonstrating trust and responsibility.
• Zhang Lingshu and Zhang Wan interact, with Zhang Wan showing care and concern for his sister's well-being and cultivation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhang Wan reveals the dire situation of the Jade Bone Sect to Zhang Lingshu and Zhang Yan, who realize the gravity of the sect's predicament.
• Zhang Wan decides to leave the Wu Kingdom to forge his own path, acknowledging the need to establish a fallback plan.
• Zhang Wan provides his siblings with treasures to protect themselves during his absence.
• Zhang Yan confesses to having a romantic relationship with a woman from the Chen family, planning to introduce her to his family before Zhang Wan's departure.

Character Developments

• Zhang Lingshu and Zhang Yan gain a deeper understanding of the sect's precarious situation and the need for preparation.
• Zhang Wan demonstrates his responsibility and foresight by arranging for his siblings' safety and supporting Zhang Yan's relationship.
• Zhang Yan shows maturity and clear thinking in his decision to pursue a different path in life, focusing on family and personal connections rather than martial arts.

Significant Themes

• The harsh reality of the martial arts world and the need for preparation and adaptability.
• The importance of family and personal connections in the face of adversity.
• The different paths and priorities in life, as exemplified by the three siblings.

Character Interactions

• Zhang Wan, Zhang Lingshu, and Zhang Yan discuss the sect's situation and make arrangements for Zhang Wan's departure.
• Zhang Yan confides in his siblings about his relationship with Chen Xin, revealing his thoughts on his future path.
• Zhang Wan supports Zhang Yan's decision, showing understanding and acceptance of his sibling's choices.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhang Yan marries Chen Xin, with Zhang Wan and Zhang Lingshu's presence elevating the Chen family's status.
• Zhang Wan secretly returns to Jade Bone Sect, leaving a trusted subordinate to impersonate him.
• Zhang Wan gives Zhang Lingshu six Prenatal Pills to aid her cultivation breakthrough.
• Old Ancestor Jade Bone reveals that Ming Kingdom is under a Heavenly Talent Gu Raising Formation, used to cultivate a powerful Gu King to extend the lifespan of a Dharma Aspect expert.

Character Developments

• Zhang Wan demonstrates his thoughtfulness and generosity towards his sister, providing her with Prenatal Pills to aid her cultivation.
• Old Ancestor Jade Bone shows his dedication to Jade Bone Sect and his wisdom in managing its affairs, as well as his concern for the situation in Ming Kingdom.

Significant Themes

• The pursuit of power and longevity, and the consequences of such pursuits (Heavenly Talent Gu Raising Formation).
• Family and sibling bonds (Zhang Wan's actions towards Zhang Lingshu).

Character Interactions

• Zhang Wan and Zhang Lingshu: Zhang Wan's generosity and care for his sister are evident as he provides her with Prenatal Pills to aid her cultivation.
• Zhang Wan and Old Ancestor Jade Bone: They discuss the situation in Ming Kingdom and Zhang Wan's future plans, showing mutual respect and understanding.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Old Ancestor Jade Bone flees the Ming Kingdom after encountering a peerless expert cultivating Heavenly Talent Gu.
• Zhang Wan learns about the expert's activities and decides to leave the Wu Kingdom, fearing for his family's safety.
• Zhang Wan deduces and creates the "Soul Guard Seal" to protect his loved ones before leaving.
• He crosses the Wu Kingdom's border and senses the Heavenly Talent Gu Raising Formation's power from afar.
• Zhang Wan flees the area using his movement skill and boards a flying boat, heading towards the Qiu Kingdom.

Character Developments

• Old Ancestor Jade Bone: Shows wisdom and knowledge about the Martial Spirit Domain's rules and the Sacred Origin Sect's power.
• Zhang Wan: Demonstrates concern for his family's safety, resourcefulness in creating the Soul Guard Seal, and determination in his journey.

Significant Themes

• Power Dynamics: The Sacred Origin Sect's dominance and the rules they establish shape the actions of other characters.
• Fear and Dread: The unknown expert's actions instill fear in Old Ancestor Jade Bone and Zhang Wan, influencing their decisions.
• Protective Instincts: Zhang Wan's love for his family drives him to create the Soul Guard Seal to ensure their safety.

Character Interactions

• Old Ancestor Jade Bone and Zhang Wan: The Old Ancestor advises and reassures Zhang Wan, helping him make decisions about leaving the Wu Kingdom.
• Zhang Wan and his family: Though not physically present, their safety is a significant driving force behind Zhang Wan's actions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhang Wan (disguised as Ye Shengtian) attacks the Chang Xue Sect, seeking their True Core spirit items.
• True Man Xue, the sect's leader, is outmatched and injured by Zhang Wan's strength.
• Zhang Wan discovers and destroys the sect's hidden True Core magic tool, further weakening True Man Xue.
• True Man Xue surrenders the spirit items to Zhang Wan, who leaves the sect unharmed.
• Zhang Wan flees to the Qiu Kingdom, having plundered numerous True Core forces in the Xu Kingdom.

Character Developments

• Zhang Wan (Ye Shengtian): Reveals his true strength and ruthlessness, using aliases and disguises to plunder spirit items. He shows patience and strategic thinking, not intending to destroy sects unnecessarily.
• True Man Xue: Initially confident and defiant, he becomes desperate and fearful as Zhang Wan overpowers him. He surrenders the spirit items to save his sect and himself.

Significant Themes

• Power and Weakness: The disparity in strength between Zhang Wan and True Man Xue leads to the latter's surrender and the loss of his sect's spirit items.
• Greed and Ambition: Zhang Wan's relentless pursuit of spirit items drives him to plunder numerous sects, regardless of the consequences.
• Disguise and Aliases: Zhang Wan uses aliases and disguises to protect himself from potential retaliation, highlighting the importance of self-preservation in the cultivation world.

Character Interactions

• Zhang Wan vs. True Man Xue: Zhang Wan's overwhelming strength and ruthlessness force True Man Xue to surrender, showcasing the power dynamic between them.
• Zhang Wan's past actions vs. True Man Xue's concerns: Zhang Wan uses his past actions to reassure True Man Xue, leading the latter to believe that surrendering is the best option.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhang Wan's cultivation advances rapidly over six months, reaching the middle stage of the True Core fourth realm, thanks to True Core spirit items and EXP.
• He calculates the EXP needed to reach the Dharma Aspect realm and deduces cultivation techniques.
• Zhang Wan arrives in Qiu Kingdom, where his Azure Heart Flame evolves into the 'Spirit Devouring Demonic Flame' after refining various spirit items.
• He upgrades his 'Demonic Flame Furnace' to a low-grade True Core magic tool and imprints his mark on the Primal Earth Gold Essence for future refining.
• Zhang Wan visits the Xu Family, a small faction established by Old Ancestor Jade Bone, to gather information about the 'Abyssal Treasure Sea' before his planned visit.

Character Developments

• Zhang Wan's cultivation progresses significantly, bringing him closer to the Dharma Aspect realm.
• His Azure Heart Flame evolves into the Spirit Devouring Demonic Flame, reflecting his growing power and the flame's increased devouring ability.
• Zhang Wan demonstrates strategic planning by visiting the Xu Family to gather information before venturing into the Abyssal Treasure Sea.

Significant Themes

• Cultivation advancement and the use of resources (True Core spirit items and EXP) to facilitate progress.
• Evolution and growth, as seen in the Azure Heart Flame's transformation into the Spirit Devouring Demonic Flame.
• Strategic planning and information gathering before taking on a significant challenge (the Abyssal Treasure Sea).

Character Interactions

• Zhang Wan interacts with the Xu Family, though not directly with the patriarch, as he overhears their conversation to gather information.
• Zhang Wan's relationship with his Azure Heart Flame evolves as it transforms into the Spirit Devouring Demonic Flame, reflecting his growing control and understanding of his powers.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Xu family is facing a crisis as their patron, Lord Yu, is unreachable, and another Prenatal expert is threatening them.
• The Xu family decides to send someone to look for Lord Yu's descendant, who was supposed to arrive in Qiu Kingdom, as a last resort.
• The Xu family head considers splitting the family to appease both Prenatal experts if they can't contact Lord Yu in time.

Character Developments

• Xu Xin's loyalty to Lord Yu wavers due to his unavailability in their time of need.
• The Xu family head demonstrates clear-headedness and wisdom in handling the crisis, considering the best and worst-case scenarios.
• Zhang Wan, the Old Ancestor's descendant, shows up and reveals his Prenatal cultivation, surprising the Xu family.

Significant Themes

• Loyalty and Betrayal: The Xu family struggles with their loyalty to Lord Yu, who is unreachable, and the threat of another Prenatal expert.
• Power Dynamics: The Xu family's fate is determined by the whims of Prenatal experts, highlighting the power imbalance in the martial path world.
• Crisis and Decision-Making: The Xu family must make tough decisions under pressure, weighing the risks and potential outcomes.

Character Interactions

• The Xu family head, Xu Xin, and Xu Lei Jian discuss their predicament and potential solutions, demonstrating their unity and concern for the family's survival.
• Zhang Wan eavesdrops on their conversation, revealing his presence and power, and changing the dynamics of the situation.

Key Plot Points

• Zhang Wan learns about a newly advanced Prenatal martial artist coveting the Xu residence.
• He challenges and defeats the Prenatal with a single finger, warning others not to covet the Xu family's forces.
• Zhang Wan summons leaders of four other major forces supported by his Old Ancestor.
• He announces his intention to integrate these five forces into a new power.

Character Developments

• Zhang Wan displays his dominance and strength, instilling fear and respect in others.
• The Xu family patriarch and other leaders show loyalty and obedience to Zhang Wan.
• Wang Ye, the coveting Prenatal, is terrified and submits to Zhang Wan's punishment.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and the establishment of new orders.
• Loyalty and obedience to authority.
• The consequences of coveting others' territories and forces.

Character Interactions

• Zhang Wan interacts with the Xu family patriarch, instructing him on various matters.
• The Xu family patriarch introduces Zhang Wan to their businesses.
• Zhang Wan meets with leaders of other major forces, integrating them into a new power.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhang Wan reveals his true identity and connection to "Lord Yu" to Yue Ni.
• Yue Ni shares her knowledge about "Lord Yu" and the Clear Spirit Moon Scroll.
• Zhang Wan provides Yue Ni with the Prenatal portion of the Clear Spirit Moon Scroll.
• News of Zhang Wan's powerful backer spreads, igniting eagerness among local powers to join him.
• Zhang Wan plans to seize a mid-grade spirit vein but decides to strengthen his subordinates first to minimize repercussions.
• Zhang Wan announces a competition for outstanding talents under 35, offering a Prenatal Pill as a reward.

Character Developments

• Yue Ni: Recognizes Zhang Wan's true identity and seniority, earns his respect for her perceptiveness, and receives the Prenatal portion of the Clear Spirit Moon Scroll.
• Zhang Wan: Reveals more of his plans and intentions, shows magnanimity in accepting powerful backers, and demonstrates his ambition in seizing a mid-grade spirit vein.

Significant Themes

• Strength and seniority reign supreme in the martial path world.
• Loyalty and trust are built through personal cultivation and shared goals.
• Ambition and competition drive individuals and powers to strive for greater strength and resources.

Character Interactions

• Zhang Wan and Yue Ni: Zhang Wan respects Yue Ni's high seniority but values her perceptiveness and discretion. Yue Ni acknowledges Zhang Wan's true identity and accepts his guidance.
• Local powers and Zhang Wan: News of Zhang Wan's powerful backer sparks eagerness among local powers to join him, demonstrating their eagerness for protection and resources.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhang Wan offers Prenatal Pills to martial artists under 35 who reach peak Ninth Level Postnatal in his subordinate forces, stirring Chuan County.
• He closes recruitment, refusing to accept external martial artists, offending some rogue cultivators but stabilizing other Prenatal forces.
• Zhang Wan's promise of Prenatal Pills incites covetousness among Chuan County's Prenatal martial artists, leading to potential conflicts with established powers.
• Zhang Wan rejects suggestions to win over Prenatal martial artists, maintaining his stance.

Character Developments

• Zhang Wan: Shows strategic planning, generosity, and confidence in his abilities and resources. He values his subordinates' input but keeps his full plans secret.
• Yue Ni and other subordinates: Show concern for Zhang Wan's plans and the potential backlash from established powers. They remain loyal despite uncertainty.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and resource distribution among Chuan County's martial arts forces.
• Zhang Wan's unique approach to cultivating subordinates and establishing power.
• The temptation and importance of Prenatal Pills in martial arts cultivation.

Character Interactions

• Zhang Wan interacts with his subordinates, valuing their input but maintaining secrecy about his full plans.
• Chuan County's martial artists react to Zhang Wan's promises and actions, causing unrest and potential conflicts with established powers.
• Zhang Wan's subordinates discuss and prepare for the upcoming storm, intensifying their training and resource allocation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhang Wan, aware of the Prenatal factions' alliance, lets them make the first move to minimize backlash.
• He upgrades eight of his martial skills to mid-grade True Core level, boosting his combat power.
• The Chuan County Prenatal Alliance attacks, and Zhang Wan confronts eight Prenatal experts at the Xu Family.
• Zhang Wan activates a formation barrier, trapping the eight experts.

Character Developments

• Zhang Wan demonstrates strategic patience and intelligence, manipulating the Prenatal factions to his advantage.
• He shows confidence and calm in the face of danger, indicating his strength and composure.

Significant Themes

• Power Dynamics: Zhang Wan's actions showcase the power dynamics between factions and the importance of timing and strategy in conflict.
• Cultivation and Growth: Zhang Wan's focus on improving his martial skills highlights the continuous effort required for cultivation and growth.

Character Interactions

• Zhang Wan interacts with the eight Prenatal experts, displaying his confidence and provoking their overconfidence.
• He communicates with Yue Ni and the others, showing trust and coordination within his faction.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhang Wan traps eight Prenatal experts inside a barrier.
• The Prenatal experts attack the barrier, with Elder Fan using a Prenatal Formation Breaking Talisman.
• The barrier withstands their attack, and Zhang Wan envelops them in white mist, killing three (Elder Fan, Pang Tuo, and another) and scattering the others.
• Zhang Wan manipulates the formation to attack the remaining five, making them believe they're fighting him, while he spares their lives.
• The martial artists outside see five injured Prenatal experts escaping, causing panic and leading to their defeat by Yue Ni's forces.
• Zhang Wan orders the attack on the territories of the three deceased Prenatal experts.
• Other Prenatal experts, hoping to scavenge, flee when Zhang Wan emerges with Prenatal-grade Lightning Annihilation Seeds.

Character Developments

• Zhang Wan demonstrates his formidable power, defeating eight Prenatal experts and instilling fear in the enemy.
• Elder Fan and Pang Tuo show their arrogance and underestimation of Zhang Wan, leading to their deaths.
• The five surviving Prenatal experts are severely wounded and become targets for other Prenatal experts.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and the fear of the strong.
• The value of strategic planning and manipulation (Zhang Wan's use of the formation and illusions).
• The consequences of underestimating one's opponent.

Character Interactions

• Zhang Wan vs. the eight Prenatal experts: Zhang Wan's overwhelming power and strategy lead to their defeat.
• Zhang Wan vs. the Postnatal martial artists: His fear-inducing display of power leads to their defeat.
• Zhang Wan vs. the hidden Prenatal experts: His caution and use of Prenatal-grade Lightning Annihilation Seeds drive them away.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Xu Family Patriarch and others split into four groups to secure territories of defeated Prenatal forces.
• Zhang Wan accompanies Yue Ni to take over Elder Fan's territory, then proceeds to Fatty Tuo's and another defeated force's territories.
• Zhang Wan establishes the Xuan Gu Branch Temple using the territories of the three Prenatal forces.
• Captured Postnatal martial artists are used as laborers to build the Xuan Gu Branch Temple's outposts.
• Zhang Wan nurtures Yue Ni to potentially become the Xuan Gu Branch Temple's second Prenatal cultivator.
• Zhang Wan tasks the Xuan Gu Branch Temple with gathering information about the "Abyssal Treasure Sea," gaining insights into natal magic tools.

Character Developments

• Zhang Wan demonstrates his power and strategic thinking, establishing the Xuan Gu Branch Temple and securing its territories.
• Yue Ni shows potential and is nurtured by Zhang Wan to become a possible second Prenatal cultivator for the Xuan Gu Branch Temple.
• The Xu Family Patriarch and others integrate their subordinates into the Xuan Gu Branch Temple, becoming Postnatal elders.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and the struggle for resources among martial artist forces.
• The importance of Prenatal experts in maintaining control and order.
• The value of labor and the use of captured martial artists as a workforce.
• The pursuit of cultivation and the search for opportunities to advance.

Character Interactions

• Zhang Wan works with Yue Ni and the Xu Family Patriarch to secure territories and establish the Xuan Gu Branch Temple.
• Zhang Wan nurtures Yue Ni, showing favoritism due to her potential and the current needs of the Xuan Gu Branch Temple.
• Captured Postnatal martial artists interact with Zhang Wan and the Xuan Gu Branch Temple, working as laborers under threat of force.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhang Wan decides to refine his natal magic tool, not just as a sword, but to compensate for his mediocre talent.
• He learns from Abyssal Treasure Sea information about auxiliary natal magic tools that enhance cultivation speed, survivability, or have sealing abilities.
• Zhang Wan decides to refine his natal magic tool with Universal Adaptation and Evolution Restrictions, deducing them at True Core grade for nine levels, costing him 3000 EXP.
• He begins forging his natal magic tool using the Primal Earth Gold Essence, taking another year.

Character Developments

• Zhang Wan's ambition for his natal magic tool grows, and he improves his artifact refining skills to prepare for it.
• Yue Ni breaks through to the Prenatal realm using four Prenatal Pills, showing Zhang Wan's support and her dependence on him.
• Zhang Wan imparts the Clear Spirit Moon Scroll's inheritance to Yue Ni, hinting at a potential True Core level inheritance if she or her descendants cultivate it to the peak of the Ninth Level Prenatal realm.

Significant Themes

• Zhang Wan's mediocre talent and his desire to compensate for it through his natal magic tool.
• The versatility and adaptability of Zhang Wan's Great Sun Five Elements Melting Furnace Cultivation, which can absorb and adapt to various techniques.
• The importance of resources and support in cultivation, as seen in Yue Ni's breakthrough and Zhang Wan's nurturing of her.

Character Interactions

• Zhang Wan and Yue Ni: Zhang Wan supports Yue Ni's cultivation, and she relies on him. He also hints at further inheritance if she cultivates the Clear Spirit Moon Scroll to its peak.
• Zhang Wan and other Prenatal forces: Zhang Wan demands compensation from the four Prenatal forces that were severely injured, further solidifying the Xuan Gu Branch Temple's power and influence.
• Zhang Wan and the Abyssal Treasure Sea information: Zhang Wan learns about auxiliary natal magic tools from the information collected about the Abyssal Treasure Sea, influencing his decision to refine his natal magic tool with specific restrictions.