Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Black Mountain Old Demon traps Zen Master Pudu and attacks Great Compassion Temple with thousands of demons.
• Han Zheng, unable to escape, decides to fight and kill demons to obtain Demonic Essence.
• Han Zheng and Liansheng stand out in the battle, attracting the attention of a one-horned Demon Lord.
• Han Zheng fights and defeats the one-horned Demon Lord, killing it with three punches.

Character Developments

• Han Zheng demonstrates exceptional combat skills and strength, defeating a Dan Hai Realm Demon Lord.
• The monks of Great Compassion Temple, though skilled, appear less experienced in large-scale battles compared to Han Zheng and Liansheng.

Significant Themes

• The power of determination and will to fight against overwhelming odds.
• The difference in combat experience and skill between Han Zheng and the other monks.
• The hierarchy and strength of demons, with Demon Lords being equivalent to humans in the Dan Hai or True Core Realm.

Character Interactions

• Han Zheng and the one-horned Demon Lord engage in a fierce battle, showcasing their respective strengths and techniques.
• Han Zheng's actions inspire the monks of Great Compassion Temple, highlighting his leadership and combat prowess.
• The demons and monks of Great Compassion Temple react with horror and awe to Han Zheng's defeat of the Demon Lord.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Han Zheng kills a Demon Lord but faces overwhelming demon numbers.
• He considers using the Heaven-Stealing Bow but decides against it due to uncertainty and potential consequences.
• The Demon Extermination Division arrives, led by Xu Cunbao, Wen Tingyun, and others, turning the tide of battle.
• They support the Great Compassion Temple, which is under heavy pressure from Demon Lords.
• Wen Tingyun discovers clues about the Black Mountain Old Demon's true objective after reviewing demon outbreak locations.
• She orders the full support of the Demon Extermination Division for the Great Compassion Temple.
• Lu Tianfang and Pang Zhen oppose Wen Tingyun, but Inspector Fang Henge intervenes, forcing them to comply.
• The Demon Extermination Division's intervention shifts the battle in favor of the humans.
• Fang Henge steps in to help Zen Master Pudu against the Black Mountain Old Demon.

Character Developments

• Han Zheng demonstrates his power and strategic thinking but faces challenges in overwhelming situations.
• Xu Cunbao and Wen Tingyun show their leadership and combat prowess, turning the battle around.
• Lu Tianfang and Pang Zhen reveal their opposition to Wen Tingyun, causing internal strife within the Demon Extermination Division.
• Fang Henge displays his strength and importance as an intermediary, preventing further internal conflict.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics between humans and demons shift as the Demon Extermination Division intervenes.
• Internal conflict within the Demon Extermination Division threatens their unity and effectiveness.
• The Black Mountain Old Demon's true objective begins to unfold, raising the stakes for both sides.

Character Interactions

• Han Zheng interacts with Xu Cunbao and Wen Tingyun, expressing his frustration at their late arrival.
• Wen Tingyun and Xu Cunbao work together to support the Great Compassion Temple.
• Lu Tianfang and Pang Zhen clash with Wen Tingyun over strategy, causing internal strife.
• Fang Henge mediates the conflict between Wen Tingyun and Lu Tianfang/Pang Zhen, preventing further division.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Black Mountain Old Demon's true intentions are revealed when the Demon Extermination Division appears.
• Fang Henge, using the Great Yi Creation Scripture, attacks Black Mountain Old Demon with immense force.
• Zen Master Pudu and Fang Henge work together to break Black Mountain Old Demon's Heavenly Demon Great Array.
• Yu Tiancheng, a Yang God Realm expert and Grand Elder of Xijian Pavilion, betrays his sect and sides with Black Mountain Old Demon.

Character Developments

• Black Mountain Old Demon shows concern when its schemes are exposed, revealing a hint of vulnerability.
• Fang Henge demonstrates his power and skill, rivaling a Yang God Realm expert.
• Zen Master Pudu transitions from a compassionate Bodhisattva to an angry Vajra, showing his determination to fight.
• Yu Tiancheng reveals his desperation to extend his lifespan, leading him to betray his sect.

Significant Themes

• The power of schemes and deception vs. direct confrontation.
• The consequences of desperation and the lengths one will go to avoid death.
• The tension between compassion and anger, and the limits of forgiveness.

Character Interactions

• Black Mountain Old Demon underestimates its opponents, leading to a tense standoff.
• Fang Henge and Zen Master Pudu work together, showcasing their teamwork and trust.
• Yu Tiancheng's betrayal highlights the conflict between personal desires and loyalty to one's sect.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Yu Tiancheng aids the Black Mountain Old Demon, but the Bai Family, secretly colluding with the demon, attacks unexpectedly.
• The Black Mountain Old Demon reveals its true form, a golden mountain, after refining a Stone Spirit with Golden Source power.
• Qiu Tianzhi, the 'Black Prison Mad Dragon', joins the battle to avenge his past defeat but is easily defeated by the transformed Black Mountain Old Demon.
• The Demon Extermination Division struggles to counter the Black Mountain Old Demon's new form, but the battle favors them due to reinforcements.

Character Developments

• The Black Mountain Old Demon: Transforms its body using Golden Source power, becoming a Golden Mountain Demon Body, and gains the potential to become a Demon Emperor or even a Demon Saint.
• Qiu Tianzhi: Despite his strength and determination, he is no match for the transformed Black Mountain Old Demon and is severely injured.

Significant Themes

• The power of transformation and adaptation, as seen in the Black Mountain Old Demon's metamorphosis.
• The consequences of collusion with evil, as demonstrated by the Bai Family's alliance with the Black Mountain Old Demon.
• The struggle against overwhelming power, as experienced by the Demon Extermination Division.

Character Interactions

• The Black Mountain Old Demon and Bai Chengwen: Their alliance is strained as Bai Chengwen reveals himself to clean up the demon's mess, but the Black Mountain Old Demon dismisses Bai's concerns about reputation.
• Qiu Tianzhi and the Black Mountain Old Demon: Qiu seeks revenge for his past defeat but is easily defeated by the transformed demon.
• Zen Master Pudu and the Black Mountain Old Demon: Pudu struggles to hold back the demon's new form, showcasing the demon's increased power.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Black Mountain Old Demon reveals its Golden Mountain Demon Body, becoming an invincible force in Shannan Dao.
• Chen Baxian returns, defeating the Black Mountain Old Demon with a single punch, and revealing that he had been aware of its plan all along.

Character Developments

• The Black Mountain Old Demon's power and ambition grow, leading to its downfall.
• Chen Baxian's true power and strategic prowess are revealed, showing him to be a formidable opponent.

Significant Themes

• The theme of power and its consequences is explored through the Black Mountain Old Demon's transformation and subsequent defeat.
• The theme of deception and manipulation is shown through Chen Baxian's strategy to lure out the Black Mountain Old Demon.

Character Interactions

• The Black Mountain Old Demon's allies, Yu Tiancheng and the Bai Family Ancestor, are horrified by its power.
• Chen Baxian's return and defeat of the Black Mountain Old Demon shock everyone present.
• Chen Baxian reveals that he had been manipulating the Black Mountain Old Demon all along, showing a stark contrast in their strategic abilities.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Baxian, the new Commander of Shannan Dao, is extremely arrogant and confident in his power, dismissing the Black Mountain Old Demon's schemes.
• The Black Mountain Old Demon, enraged by Chen Baxian's arrogance, orders Patriarch Bai and Yu Tiancheng to attack.
• Chen Baxian effortlessly defeats the Black Mountain Old Demon, Patriarch Bai, and Yu Tiancheng, demonstrating his overwhelming power.

Character Developments

• Chen Baxian: Shows extreme confidence and arrogance, revealing his immense power and disregard for his enemies' schemes.
• Black Mountain Old Demon: Loses composure due to Chen Baxian's arrogance, showing desperation and fear.
• Patriarch Bai and Yu Tiancheng: Realize the futility of their actions against Chen Baxian and attempt to flee, ultimately failing.

Significant Themes

• Power and Arrogance: Chen Baxian's power allows him to be arrogant, dismissing his enemies' schemes and plans.
• Futility of Resistance: The Black Mountain Old Demon, Patriarch Bai, and Yu Tiancheng all attempt to resist Chen Baxian but ultimately fail, highlighting the futility of opposing his power.
• Unluckiness vs. Luck: Yan Xuankong feels that his lack of progress is due to bad luck, while Chen Baxian's success is due to good luck.

Character Interactions

• Chen Baxian vs. Black Mountain Old Demon: Chen Baxian's arrogance provokes the Black Mountain Old Demon, leading to a confrontation where Chen Baxian easily defeats the demon.
• Chen Baxian vs. Patriarch Bai and Yu Tiancheng: Chen Baxian effortlessly defeats and kills both Patriarch Bai and Yu Tiancheng, demonstrating his overwhelming power.
• Yan Xuankong's Reflection: Yan Xuankong reflects on his past ambitions and compares his situation to Chen Baxian's, feeling a mix of unease and unconvinced inferiority.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Black Mountain Old Demon, despite its schemes and planning, is defeated by Chen Baxian in two punches.
• The Black Mountain Old Demon attempts to use its incomplete Golden Mountain Demon Body to defeat Chen Baxian but fails.
• Chen Baxian reveals that the Black Mountain Old Demon's body is not truly integrated, leading to its defeat.
• The Black Mountain Old Demon self-destructs, splitting its Primordial Spirit into countless fragments to escape, using the Great Method of Soul Division and Spirit Dispersion.

Character Developments

• Chen Baxian demonstrates his overwhelming power, defeating the Black Mountain Old Demon with ease.
• The Black Mountain Old Demon shows resilience and cunning, using a secret method to attempt escape.

Significant Themes

• The importance of true integration and self-cultivation in achieving one's full potential.
• The consequences of relying on external forces for power, as seen in the Black Mountain Old Demon's incomplete Golden Mountain Demon Body.

Character Interactions

• Chen Baxian and the Black Mountain Old Demon engage in a fierce battle, with Chen Baxian ultimately emerging victorious.
• Yan Xuankong provides insight into the Black Mountain Old Demon's abilities and its previous encounter with it.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Black Mountain Old Demon's Golden Mountain Demon Body self-destructs, scattering fragments across the area.
• Chen Baxian orders a pursuit to eliminate the Black Mountain Old Demon completely.
• Han Zheng, guided by Yan Xuankong's modified Soul Searching and Spirit Plundering Great Law, tracks the Black Mountain Old Demon's soul seed.
• Han Zheng pursues the fragment containing the soul seed for dozens of miles before finally catching up to it.

Character Developments

• Han Zheng: Shows strategic thinking and decisiveness in pursuing the Black Mountain Old Demon. He demonstrates his skill in using the modified Soul Searching and Spirit Plundering Great Law and the Nine Hells Slaughter Blade.
• Yan Xuankong: Reveals his genius in modifying cultivation methods. His understanding of martial path theory is comparable to Wen Tingyun's.
• Black Mountain Old Demon: Despite being weakened, it shows cunning and resourcefulness in trying to escape and stall for time. It acknowledges Han Zheng's potential.

Significant Themes

• Pursuit and Escape: The chapter revolves around the pursuit of the Black Mountain Old Demon and its attempts to escape.
• Genius and Talent: The Black Mountain Old Demon acknowledges Han Zheng's potential, comparing him to previous talents like Yan Xuankong and Chen Baxian.
• Decisiveness vs Cunning: Han Zheng's decisive actions contrast with the Black Mountain Old Demon's cunning attempts to stall and escape.

Character Interactions

• Han Zheng and Yan Xuankong: Yan Xuankong guides Han Zheng in tracking the Black Mountain Old Demon's soul seed using the modified Soul Searching and Spirit Plundering Great Law.
• Han Zheng and Black Mountain Old Demon: Han Zheng relentlessly pursues the Black Mountain Old Demon, while the latter tries to escape and stall for time. Their interaction highlights their differing approaches and skills.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Black Mountain Old Demon, cornered by Han Zheng, attempts to persuade him with offers of resources, strength, and longevity, but Han Zheng remains unmoved.
• Han Zheng activates the second seal of the Heavenly Demon Transformation, overwhelming the Black Mountain Old Demon.
• The Black Mountain Old Demon attempts to flee, with Han Zheng and Lu Tianfang in pursuit.
• Chen Baxian's true strength is revealed to Lu Tianfang, who realizes the extent of Chen Baxian's power.

Character Developments

• Han Zheng: Demonstrates unwavering loyalty to his duty as a Black Armored Guard and resistance to temptation, showing growth in his character.
• Black Mountain Old Demon: Reveals its manipulative nature and desperation, losing its composure as it faces defeat.
• Lu Tianfang: Realizes the extent of Chen Baxian's power and the error of his previous underestimation, showing a shift in his perception.

Significant Themes

• Loyalty vs. Temptation: Han Zheng's unwavering loyalty to his duty is tested and proven against the Black Mountain Old Demon's tempting offers.
• Power Dynamics: The shifting power dynamics between characters are highlighted, with Chen Baxian's true strength revealing his dominance.

Character Interactions

• Han Zheng vs. Black Mountain Old Demon: Han Zheng remains steadfast in his duty, refusing the Black Mountain Old Demon's offers and ultimately pursuing it.
• Lu Tianfang vs. Chen Baxian (implied): Lu Tianfang's realization of Chen Baxian's true power leads to a shift in his perception of their relationship.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Baxian reveals his true strength, causing Lu Tianfang and Pang Zhen to panic about their past actions.
• Lu Tianfang pursues Chen Baxian, hoping to kill the Black Mountain Old Demon for merit and avoid punishment.
• Han Zheng appears, also aiming to kill the Black Mountain Old Demon for credit.
• The Black Mountain Old Demon manipulates Lu Tianfang and Han Zheng, revealing a secret about Prince Liang of the Great Zhou imperial family colluding with demons.

Character Developments

• Lu Tianfang: Realizes the gravity of the situation and the potential danger to his backer, He Tianxiong, if the secret gets out.
• Han Zheng: Shows ambition and cunning, trying to outmaneuver Lu Tianfang for credit and align with Chen Baxian.
• Black Mountain Old Demon: Reveals its connection to Prince Liang, showing its desperation and willingness to take risks.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and political intrigue within the Demon Extermination Division and the Great Zhou imperial family.
• The consequences of reckless actions and the importance of knowing one's limits.
• The manipulation of others for personal gain.

Character Interactions

• Lu Tianfang and Han Zheng: Compete for credit and clash over how to handle the Black Mountain Old Demon.
• Black Mountain Old Demon and Lu Tianfang/Han Zheng: Manipulates them to serve its purposes, revealing a secret that puts them in a difficult position.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Yan Xuankong can't recall the full details of his past encounter with the Black Mountain Old Demon due to memory loss and embarrassment.
• The Black Mountain Old Demon's resurgence in Shannan Dao suggests it has other plans besides the Golden Mountain Demon Body.
• Lu Tianfang believes the Black Mountain Old Demon's claims about Commander He Tianxiong and Prince Liang Ji Yuanfang, putting him in a difficult position.

Character Developments

• Yan Xuankong: Struggles with incomplete memories of his past encounter with the Black Mountain Old Demon.
• Lu Tianfang: Becomes conflicted and desperate after learning a secret that could implicate his backer, He Tianxiong, and potentially threaten his own life.
• Han Zheng: Demonstrates his prowess by pushing his cultivation to its limits and using the Heaven-Stealing Bow, revealing his ability to wield a Divine Weapon.

Significant Themes

• Secrets and Truth: The Black Mountain Old Demon's claims about Commander He Tianxiong and Prince Liang Ji Yuanfang are presented as potentially true but unconfirmed, highlighting the theme of uncertainty and the dangers of secrets.
• Power Dynamics: The relationship between Lu Tianfang, He Tianxiong, and Prince Liang Ji Yuanfang illustrates the complex power dynamics within the Great Zhou imperial family and the consequences of being entangled in such politics.

Character Interactions

• Han Zheng vs. Lu Tianfang: Han Zheng and Lu Tianfang engage in a tense standoff, with Lu Tianfang initially confident in his ability to defeat Han Zheng but later becoming more cautious and desperate as Han Zheng reveals his hidden strengths.
• Lu Tianfang and the Black Mountain Old Demon: Lu Tianfang's alliance with the Black Mountain Old Demon is strained as he becomes more aware of the potential risks involved in the demon's claims, leading to a tense negotiation between them.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Han Zheng uses the Heaven-Stealing Bow to catch Lu Tianfang off guard, destroying his Blood Drinker Saber.
• Han Zheng uses the Blood Shadow Floating Light Great Law and Ape Demon Sea Suppression, severely injuring Lu Tianfang.
• Han Zheng activates the third level of the Heavenly Demon Transformation, Seal, defeating Lu Tianfang.
• Han Zheng kills the Black Mountain Old Demon using primordial demonic energy, obtaining Soul Crystals.

Character Developments

• Han Zheng demonstrates his immense power and strategic thinking, defeating two formidable opponents.
• Lu Tianfang's overconfidence and underestimation of Han Zheng lead to his demise.
• The Black Mountain Old Demon's cunning and greed ultimately cause its downfall.

Significant Themes

• Greed and its consequences: The Black Mountain Old Demon's greed leads to its downfall, as does Lu Tianfang's greed for power.
• The power of strategy and adaptability: Han Zheng's strategic use of his abilities and adaptability in battle prove crucial in his victories.
• The burden of karma: The Black Mountain Old Demon's past actions weigh heavily upon it, contributing to its final defeat.

Character Interactions

• Han Zheng and Lu Tianfang: Their battle showcases Han Zheng's superior strength and strategy, leading to Lu Tianfang's defeat.
• Han Zheng and the Black Mountain Old Demon: Han Zheng's decisive action in killing the Black Mountain Old Demon prevents any further trouble.
• Yan Xuankong and Han Zheng: Yan Xuankong acknowledges Han Zheng's strength and understanding of the Black Mountain Old Demon's nature.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Black Mountain Old Demon is finally killed by Han Zheng.
• Han Zheng, weakened, is found by Wen Tingyun and learns that Lu Tianfang was killed by the Black Mountain Old Demon.
• Wen Tingyun takes Han Zheng back to the Demon Extermination Division, and Chen Baxian stops the bombardment of the Great Compassion Temple.
• Han Zheng recovers and meets with Chen Baxian, who praises his contributions.
• Pang Zhen accuses Han Zheng of insubordination and demands justice for Lu Tianfang's death.

Character Developments

• Han Zheng: Proves his worth by killing the Black Mountain Old Demon and gains recognition from Chen Baxian.
• Wen Tingyun: Shows concern for Han Zheng's well-being and supports him.
• Chen Baxian: Returns to Shannan Dao, lures out the Black Mountain Old Demon, and rewards Han Zheng for his contributions.
• Pang Zhen: Loses composure due to the Capital City Faction's decline and seeks justice for Lu Tianfang's death.

Significant Themes

• Merit and Punishment: Chen Baxian's straightforward approach to managing his subordinates, rewarding merit and punishing transgressions.
• Power Dynamics: The shift in power within the Demon Extermination Division, with the Capital City Faction's decline and Han Zheng's rise.
• Loyalty and Betrayal: Lu Tianfang's betrayal, influenced by the Black Mountain Old Demon, leads to his death.

Character Interactions

• Han Zheng and Wen Tingyun: Wen Tingyun shows concern and support for Han Zheng.
• Han Zheng and Chen Baxian: Han Zheng meets Chen Baxian, who praises his contributions and reassures him of his support.
• Pang Zhen and Chen Baxian: Pang Zhen demands justice for Lu Tianfang's death, but Chen Baxian's calm demeanor unnerves him.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Baxian, the Commander of Shannan Dao, executes Pang Zhen for his crimes and insubordination, demonstrating his decisive and bold nature.
• Chen Baxian announces punishments for forces involved in the Black Mountain Old Demon's rebellion: the Bai Family is exterminated, Xijian Pavilion's assets are confiscated, and other forces must contribute a tenth of their assets to Great Compassion Temple and Jianghai Alliance.
• Chen Baxian plans to return to the Capital City and offers Han Zheng and Wen Tingyun spots in the Capital City Demon Extermination Division.
• Han Zheng reveals that the Black Mountain Old Demon might have a connection to Prince Liang, Ji Yuanfang, potentially implicating the Great Zhou imperial family.

Character Developments

• Chen Baxian: Shows his decisive and bold nature, valuing merit and punishing wrongdoing. He demonstrates his generosity by offering spots in the Capital City Demon Extermination Division to Han Zheng and Wen Tingyun.
• Han Zheng: Proves his loyalty and courage by reporting the potential connection between the Black Mountain Old Demon and Prince Liang to Chen Baxian.
• Pang Zhen: Reveals his corrupt nature and is executed by Chen Baxian for his crimes.

Significant Themes

• Merit and Punishment: Chen Baxian's actions emphasize the importance of rewarding merit and punishing wrongdoing, regardless of one's background or connections.
• Loyalty and Courage: Han Zheng's actions demonstrate his loyalty to Chen Baxian and his courage in reporting a sensitive matter to him.
• Power and Authority: Chen Baxian's actions showcase his power and authority, striking fear into those who dare to oppose him.

Character Interactions

• Chen Baxian and Han Zheng: Chen Baxian's trust in Han Zheng grows as Han Zheng reports the potential imperial family connection, leading Chen Baxian to offer Han Zheng a spot in the Capital City Demon Extermination Division.
• Chen Baxian and Pang Zhen: Chen Baxian's decisive action in executing Pang Zhen demonstrates his lack of tolerance for corruption and insubordination.
• Chen Baxian and He Tianxiong: Chen Baxian's disregard for He Tianxiong's influence shows his confidence and willingness to challenge powerful figures.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Black Mountain Old Demon's words about Prince Liang's involvement in the demon rebellion are considered, but Chen Baxian decides to keep it a secret due to lack of evidence.
• Chen Baxian appoints Ren Tianying, a Grand Commander of the Eagle Soaring Guard, to take over Shannan Dao.
• Han Zheng goes into seclusion to recover and prepare for the journey to the Capital City.

Character Developments

• Chen Baxian demonstrates his cautious and strategic nature, choosing not to act against Prince Liang without solid evidence.
• Han Zheng is well-off with over 1.7 million fullness points, contemplating how to allocate them for his cultivation.
• Yan Xuankong provides information about the Heavenly Crafts Armory, a sacred cultivation ground in the Capital City.

Significant Themes

• Caution and strategic planning in dealing with powerful figures like Prince Liang.
• The importance of evidence and proof in making accusations against influential individuals.
• The value of spiritual energy-dense environments for cultivation, as seen in the Heavenly Crafts Armory.

Character Interactions

• Chen Baxian discusses the Black Mountain Old Demon's words with his subordinates, showing his leadership and wisdom.
• Han Zheng seeks advice from Yan Xuankong about the Heavenly Crafts Armory, demonstrating his eagerness to improve his cultivation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Han Zheng considers using the Heavenly Crafts Martial Arsenal to break through to the Martial Dao Grandmaster realm in ten days.
• Yan Xuankong dismisses this idea, explaining that the Heavenly Crafts Martial Arsenal only accelerates cultivation, not miracles.
• Han Zheng decides to break through three Cultivation Methods: Dragon Elephant Sky Suppressing Manual, Great Majestic Heavenly Dragon Bodhisattva Contemplation, and Three Worlds Tribulation Breaking Finger.
• He spends 650,000 satiety to break through these methods and familiarizes himself with the new powers for the next few days.
• Han Zheng bids farewell to friends and subordinates in Shannan Dao before leaving for the Capital City with Chen Baxian and Wen Tingyun.

Character Developments

• Han Zheng: Shows ambition and strategic thinking in planning his cultivation. He breaks through three powerful Cultivation Methods, demonstrating his strength and potential.
• Chen Baxian: Reflects on his own journey and advises Han Zheng not to forget his roots as he progresses in the world.
• Su Wuming: Expresses determination to join Han Zheng in the Capital City, showcasing his confidence and ambition.

Significant Themes

• Ambition and determination in cultivation and career progression.
• The importance of remembering one's origins and not forgetting those who have helped along the way.
• The difference between accelerated cultivation and actual breakthroughs in realms.

Character Interactions

• Han Zheng and Yan Xuankong: Han Zheng seeks Yan Xuankong's advice on his cultivation plans, and Yan Xuankong provides guidance based on his experience.
• Han Zheng and his friends/subordinates: Han Zheng bids farewell to his friends and subordinates in Shannan Dao, expressing gratitude for their support and friendship.
• Chen Baxian and Han Zheng: Chen Baxian offers advice to Han Zheng as he leaves for the Capital City, highlighting the importance of remembering one's roots.
• Su Wuming and Han Zheng: Su Wuming expresses his determination to join Han Zheng in the Capital City, demonstrating their camaraderie and shared ambition.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Han Zheng and his companions travel from Shannan Dao to the Capital City, taking a month due to Chen Baxian's deliberate slow pace to allow Fang Henge's group to report first.
• Upon arrival, they find the Capital City magnificent but remote, close to the border and Demon Suppressing Pass.
• Han Zheng learns about the Capital City's strategic importance, the Dragon Vein, and the Great Zhou Emperor's unique fate.

Character Developments

• Han Zheng: Shows curiosity and insight, asking questions about the Capital City's history and the Emperor's power.
• Chen Baxian: Reveals strategic thinking and understanding of the Capital City's importance, demonstrating his cunning and wisdom behind his straightforward demeanor.
• Wen Tingyun: Expresses disdain for the Great Zhou Imperial Family, showing loyalty to the Demon Extermination Division.

Significant Themes

• The importance of the Capital City and the Dragon Vein to the Great Zhou's power and destiny.
• The unique fate of the Great Zhou Emperor, who gains immense power but shortens his lifespan.
• The presence of demons and fiendish energy within the Capital City, contrasting its prosperous appearance.

Character Interactions

• Han Zheng and Chen Baxian: Han Zheng asks Chen Baxian questions, revealing his curiosity and eagerness to learn.
• Han Zheng and Wen Tingyun: They discuss the Capital City's history and the Great Zhou Imperial Family's shortcomings.
• Chen Baxian and Han Zheng/Wen Tingyun: Chen Baxian warns them to be cautious within the Capital City, showing his protective role.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Han Zheng arrives at the Capital City Demon Extermination Division and is surprised by its instability due to its proximity to Demon Suppressing Pass and the presence of hidden Demons.
• Chen Baxian takes Han Zheng and Wen Tingyun to the Demon Extermination Division Headquarters, a vast and fortified area within the city.
• Han Zheng is left to wait while Chen Baxian takes Wen Tingyun to meet the Grand Governor.
• He Tianxiong, one of the six Commanders, confronts Han Zheng, accusing him of disobedience for killing Lu Tianfang.
• Chen Baxian intervenes and defends Han Zheng, challenging He Tianxiong's actions.

Character Developments

• Han Zheng demonstrates his courage and determination by standing up to He Tianxiong.
• Chen Baxian shows his protective nature towards Han Zheng and his confidence in his own strength.
• He Tianxiong reveals his arrogant and aggressive nature, abusing his power as a Commander.

Significant Themes

• The struggle for power and influence within the Demon Extermination Division.
• The importance of strength and courage in the face of adversity.
• The corrupting influence of power and the dangers of abusing it.

Character Interactions

• Han Zheng and Chen Baxian's relationship deepens as Chen Baxian protects Han Zheng from He Tianxiong.
• He Tianxiong's hostile interaction with Han Zheng highlights the power dynamics within the Demon Extermination Division.
• Chen Baxian's confrontation with He Tianxiong showcases their differing views on power and justice.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Baxian and Han Zheng visit the Heavenly Crafts Armory, a sacred cultivation ground within the Demon Extermination Division.
• Han Zheng uses all his accumulated merit to gain access to the Heavenly Crafts Armory for cultivation.
• Han Zheng spends ten days cultivating in the Heavenly Crafts Armory, significantly improving his cultivation speed and power.
• After the Heavenly Crafts Armory, Han Zheng enters the Gluttonous Crucible to further his cultivation using satiety.
• Han Zheng successfully condenses a Martial Dao True Core, but it's unusually large and powerful, posing a risk for opening his Dan Hai.

Character Developments

• Han Zheng's cultivation progresses rapidly, demonstrating his strong foundation and immense physical strength.
• Chen Baxian shows concern for Han Zheng's safety and arranges for his cultivation accordingly.

Significant Themes

• The importance of cultivation resources and environments for Martial Artists' growth.
• The risks and challenges of rapid cultivation progress.

Character Interactions

• Chen Baxian and Han Zheng maintain a mentor-student relationship, with Chen Baxian guiding Han Zheng's cultivation path.
• Han Zheng's interaction with the two Martial Dao Grandmasters guarding the Heavenly Crafts Armory is brief but respectful.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Han Zheng, aware of the Heavenly Demon Core Technique's flaws, condenses a massive True Demon Core, stronger than Qin Wumie's.
• He seeks advice from Yan Xuankong, who suggests either staying at his current power level or shattering his core and starting over.
• Han Zheng chooses to push forward, using the Gluttonous Crucible's time to deduce and perfect the technique.
• After exhausting 550,000 satiety, he finds a slim chance of survival but faces a high risk of death.
• Han Zheng attempts to open his Dan Hai and perfect the technique, unleashing immense power.

Character Developments

• Han Zheng demonstrates his tenacity and unwillingness to give up, even in the face of near-certain death.
• Yan Xuankong shows concern for Han Zheng's well-being and growth, despite their initial animosity.

Significant Themes

• Tenacity and Persistence: Han Zheng's refusal to give up on his cultivation path, even when faced with immense challenges.
• Risk and Reward: The high risk Han Zheng takes in attempting to perfect the Heavenly Demon Core Technique, with the potential for great reward or utter annihilation.

Character Interactions

• Han Zheng seeks advice from Yan Xuankong, who, despite his initial harsh words, genuinely cares for Han Zheng's future.
• Their interaction highlights the complex nature of their relationship, from initial enmity to a form of mutual respect and concern.