Ch. 161Immortality? I'd Rather Practice Martial Arts!
Plot Points and Events
- Tang Jie, a transmigrated student, and his father, Tang Tianhao, visit True Person Heyun, an immortal cultivator, hoping Tang Jie will be accepted as a disciple.
- True Person Heyun tests Tang Jie and finds he lacks spiritual roots, deeming him unfit for immortal cultivation.
- Tang Jie decides to learn martial arts instead, and upon making this decision, he gains a mysterious panel displaying his martial arts progress and potential.
Character Developments
- Tang Jie: Initially disappointed with not having spiritual roots, he becomes determined to learn martial arts. He gains a mysterious panel, hinting at a unique ability.
- Tang Tianhao: Supports Tang Jie's decision to learn martial arts, revealing he practices the Boyhood Art, a martial art with strict cultivation restrictions.
Significant Themes
- The struggle between immortal cultivation and martial arts, with immortal cultivation being more prestigious but less accessible.
- The importance of determination and perseverance in achieving one's goals, as seen in Tang Jie's decision to learn martial arts despite the challenges.
Character Interactions
- Tang Jie and Tang Tianhao: The father-son relationship is supportive, with Tang Tianhao guiding Tang Jie and encouraging him to pursue his goals.
- Tang Jie and True Person Heyun: Their interaction highlights the disparity between immortal cultivators and martial artists, with True Person Heyun being dismissive of those without spiritual roots.