Chapter Summaries

Guo Tai held Zhen Yi captive in Zhongqiu Ancient City and demanded his submission while his commanders feasted. A lone horseman challenged the White Wave Army, killed Hu Cai, and drew Han Xian and Li Le into pursuit.

• Guo Tai reviewed the Zhen Family's seized wealth and threatened Zhen Yi until he agreed to his demands.
• A messenger reported that a lone rider was insulting the White Wave Army and killing soldiers who tried to catch him.
• Hu Cai rode out to fight the challenger, but the rider killed him with a sudden attack from horseback.
• Guo Tai learned of Hu Cai's death and vowed revenge against the challenger.
• Han Xian rode out to confront the rider, and Li Le followed to support him.

Ding Ling killed the White Wave Army’s generals and a dozen elite soldiers, then revealed that troops had been waiting in ambush. Guo Tai struggled to rally his scattered bandits as Ding Ling’s forces charged toward them.

• Guo Tai learned that Han Xian and Li Le had been killed by the lone warrior and ordered the White Wave Army to assemble.
• Guo Tai led several thousand bandits to surround Ding Ling, who waited alone outside the city gate.
• Guo Tai sent more than a dozen elite soldiers to attack Ding Ling, and Ding Ling killed them all within moments.
• Ding Ling revealed hidden troops charging from the woods as war drums sounded from Zhongqiu Ancient City.
• Guo Tai tried to rally his scattered bandits, who realized Ding Ling had brought cavalry and was advancing on them.

Ding Ling routed the White Wave Bandits, killed their commander Guo Tai, and accepted the surrender of most of their forces. He earned an E-Rank Achievement Medal for preventing the bandits’ future rise and reflected on how the victory confirmed his strength as a First-Rate Military General.

• Ding Ling charged through the disorganized White Wave Bandits, killing their soldiers and driving their Players to flee.
• Guo Tai fled from Ding Ling, who struck him in the back with a short spear and had him beheaded.
• Ding Ling ordered the White Wave Bandits to surrender, and most of them laid down their weapons while the rest were pursued or escaped.
• Ding Ling received an E-Rank Achievement Medal for defeating the White Wave Army and preventing its future alliance with Yufuluo.
• Ding Ling reflected on his strategy, the absence of Xu Huang, and the medal he had earned for defeating Hu Cai, Han Xian, and Li Le.

After rescuing Zhen Yi and recovering the Zhen Family’s stolen possessions, Ding Ling accepted Zhen Jiang’s scented pouch and left Zhongqiu Ancient City with his cavalry. Zhen Jiang hoped he would return for her, while Ding Ling reached the main force and returned to reality for the night.

• Ding Ling found Zhen Yi, who thanked him and invited him to visit Zhongshan Wuji; a notification said Zhen Yi hoped Ding Ling would become his son-in-law.
• Ding Ling took a small bag of gold from the White Wave Bandits’ treasury and ordered his men to return the Zhen Family’s goods and repay the common people.
• Zhen Jiang gave Ding Ling her scented pouch, and he accepted it despite realizing she and Zhen Yi hoped he would marry her.
• Ding Ling left Zhongqiu Ancient City with over a hundred cavalrymen, while another three hundred escorted the White Wave Bandit prisoners toward Yecheng.
• Zhen Jiang asked Zhen Yi whether Ding Ling would return, and Zhen Yi said he might think of her when he started a family.
• Ding Ling caught up with the main force, made camp, and chose to return to reality.

Ding Ling returned to Players' Plaza and learned that his rapid rise through the rankings had made him a sensation. He discovered how Achievement Medals and Glory Medals could be used, and left the chapter planning to protect his identity and bring his strength into reality.

• Ding Ling heard players discuss his ranking records and speculate that he had mastered several martial arts in a single day.
• Ding Ling worried that players might identify and investigate him, so he decided to move before anyone could find his rented apartment.
• Ding Ling checked his character panel and saw his stats, skills, and medal totals.
• Ding Ling read the medal instructions and learned that Achievement Medals could bring martial arts into reality, unlock dimensions, and buy storage space, while Glory Medals could obtain the Dao Rhyme World and other treasures.

Ding Ling converted his game-enhanced attributes and martial arts into reality, then tested his new strength and appetite before deciding to leave his apartment. He recommended Myth Game to his wealthy landlady, who became interested after comparing his old videos with his changed appearance.

• Ding Ling spent seven Achievement Medals to convert his increased attributes and returned from the game to his rented apartment.
• Ding Ling discovered that his Strength, Agility, Constitution, and martial arts had carried over, and he demonstrated several techniques.
• Ding Ling ate all his stored food, noticed that he had grown taller and more robust, and decided to move out.
• Ding Ling terminated his lease and recommended Myth Game to his landlady.
• The landlady compared Ding Ling's old videos with his photos and said she was now convinced the game was worth trying.

Ding Ling settled into a secluded village, mastered a wide range of practical skills through online study, and returned to the game world. He arrived at Players' Plaza and found that his character panel had changed again.

• Ding Ling declined Ouyang Lingling's offer of a place to stay and left for a neighboring city to avoid being found.
• Ding Ling rented an isolated, vacant house in a small village, cleaned it, and learned about the area from elderly villagers.
• Ding Ling used a neighbor's Wi-Fi to study archery and instantly mastered several archery skills.
• Ding Ling studied numerous practical subjects online and gained master-level skills in forging, carpentry, casting, farming, and other crafts.
• Ding Ling put on his gaming helmet, entered the game, and saw that his character panel had changed again.

Ding Ling unlocked the Path of Glory and chose the Path of the War God, then returned to the game world. Meanwhile, players speculated about his identity and accomplishments as he resumed command of his soldiers.

• Ding Ling reviewed the many basic skills he had gained and decided to change Cheng Huan's fate in the future.
• Ding Ling unlocked the Path of Glory and selected the Path of the War God, whose requirements included defeating powerful figures and becoming known throughout the plane.
• Ding Ling planned to defeat Zhang He, Gao Lan, and other strong figures, and considered joining a faction to spread his reputation quickly.
• Ding Ling started the game and disappeared, prompting nearby players to recognize him and speculate about his background and achievements.
• Ding Ling awoke in the game world, summoned the soldiers stationed outside, and asked them about the situation.

Ding Ling forced the White Wave Bandits to Yecheng, where Pan Feng praised his victory and promised to recommend him for a regional command. Ju Yi challenged Ding Ling to a sparring match, and the chapter ended as they arrived at the arena before a packed crowd.

• Ding Ling imposed collective punishment on the White Wave Bandits and drove them toward Yecheng, where many died or collapsed from exhaustion.
• Pan Feng, Zhang He, Gao Lan, and Cheng Huan welcomed Ding Ling and praised his victory, earning him recognition from the Ji Province officers.
• Pan Feng announced that he would recommend Ding Ling to become a general guarding a region in Changshan Commandery, prompting objections from Ju Yi and others.
• Ju Yi challenged Ding Ling to a sparring match, and Ding Ling accepted.
• Pan Feng directed them to the arena, where Players crowded in to watch; the captured White Wave Bandits were assigned to hard labor and their leaders' heads were sent to Han Fu.

Ding Ling learned the Dragon-Tiger Stance Training from Pan Feng in a single viewing, raising his attributes and impressing the general. As Ju Yi waited for their duel, Ding Ling received another Achievement Medal, but the chapter ended before he could explain further.

• Ju Yi prepared to fight Ding Ling and vowed to crush what he considered a crooked trend, while Players argued over who would win.
• Ding Ling asked Pan Feng to teach him the Dragon-Tiger Stance Training before entering the arena.
• Ding Ling mastered the training instantly, gaining 0.8 Strength, Agility, and Constitution and surpassing ten Strength.
• Ding Ling demonstrated the perfected Tiger Stance Technique and Dragon Movement Technique, leaving Pan Feng astonished and ashamed.
• Ding Ling received another Achievement Medal from Pan Feng and wondered why he could earn a second one.

Ding Ling accepted Ju Yi’s challenge and defeated him in the arena by switching from the Battlefield Saber Art to the Water Fire Dragon Binding Staff Technique. Ju Yi was knocked off the platform, leaving the duel’s aftermath unresolved.

• Pan Feng sent Ding Ling to Changshan Commandery to deliver a letter of introduction to Tong Yuan and promised him a surprise after he defeated Ju Yi.
• Zhang He warned Ding Ling that losing to Ju Yi could damage both his and Pan Feng’s reputations, while Pan Feng declared his confidence in Ding Ling.
• Ding Ling entered the arena to loud cheers and faced Ju Yi, who offered him a chance to surrender before attacking with the Vanguard Secret Technique.
• Ding Ling and Ju Yi exchanged ten rounds of spear and halberd strikes, and Ju Yi fired a crossbow bolt that Ding Ling dodged.
• Ding Ling changed techniques and struck Ju Yi’s spear with a powerful sweep, knocking Ju Yi off the arena platform.

Ding Ling defeated Ju Yi a second time, earning his respect and advancing the Path of the War God progress. With no obstacles left on his Advancement Path, Pan Feng led Ding Ling and the others to meet the Governor of Ji Province.

• Ju Yi demanded a rematch, and Ding Ling agreed despite finding no progress notification on his Character Panel.
• Ding Ling disarmed Ju Yi in fewer than ten moves, and Ju Yi left the arena in shame without retrieving his weapons.
• Cheng Huan declared Ding Ling the winner as the crowd cheered and argued over the result.
• Ding Ling earned an Achievement Medal for Ju Yi's respect and saw the Path of the War God progress advance to 1/20.
• Pan Feng congratulated Ding Ling and led him and the others toward the Governor of Ji Province's residence while female Players called after him.

Ding Ling faced a challenge from Ju Shou to prove his worth through a contest of skill. He painted a lifelike landscape that stunned the scholars, leaving Ju Shou’s response and the contest’s outcome unresolved.

• Ding Ling dismissed the Players’ attention and focused on completing the Path of Glory in Three Kingdoms World.
• Han Fu prepared to reward Ding Ling for defeating the White Wave Bandits, but Ju Shou objected that promoting a new Outsider would be unfair.
• Pan Feng defended Ding Ling’s achievements and challenged Ju Shou to name a contest beyond martial skill.
• Ju Shou proposed competing in a scholarly art, and Ding Ling chose painting.
• Ding Ling quickly painted a lifelike landscape, impressing Tian Feng, Geng Wu, Han Fu, and the other scholars and earning an Achievement Medal.

Ding Ling defeated Ju Shou in painting and Tian Feng in calligraphy, earning their respect and more Achievement Medals. He then accepted Xun Chen’s challenge to play Go, and the chapter ended as their match began.

• Ju Shou conceded the painting contest to Ding Ling and supported Han Fu appointing him as a general.
• Tian Feng challenged Ding Ling to a contest, and Ding Ling chose calligraphy.
• Ding Ling’s calligraphy astonished the officials, and Tian Feng admitted defeat.
• Ding Ling invited the other officials to compete, and Xun Chen challenged him to chess.
• Ding Ling accepted Xun Chen’s Go challenge, and they began playing before the gathered officials.

Ding Ling defeated Xun Chen at chess and then bested Ji Province’s scholars in numerous fields, astonishing Han Fu and everyone present. The chapter ended with the scholars celebrating him at a banquet while an old Player logged out to spread news of his abilities.

• Zhang He told Pan Feng that Ding Ling had outmaneuvered Xun Chen in their chess match, and Cheng Huan and Gao Lan praised Ding Ling’s abilities.
• After more than half a day, Xun Chen conceded defeat and asked Ding Ling to become his chess friend; Ding Ling agreed.
• Han Fu praised the game and asked Ju Shou to make him a copy, then invited others to compete with Ding Ling.
• Geng Wu challenged Ding Ling in geography, Min Chun challenged him in guqin, and other scholars competed with him in various fields until nightfall.
• An old Player watching as a guard logged out to spread word of Ding Ling’s feats, while Ding Ling’s group ate, continued competing, and later joined the scholars for a banquet.

After impressing Han Fu and Ji Province’s scholars, Ding Ling received a mansion and an appointment as garrison commander of Changshan Commandery. The next morning, Pan Feng and Zhang He delivered his official seal and robes along with a letter containing Pan Feng’s promised surprise.

• Han Fu praised Ding Ling’s talent, promised to secure an Imperial Decree confirming his appointment, and gave him a residence.
• Xun Chen, Ju Shou, Tian Feng, and others invited Ding Ling to visit, but he invited them all to his residence instead.
• Ding Ling met Zhao Bingxuan, learned that her family had been killed during the Yellow Turban Rebellion, and agreed to shelter her younger siblings.
• Ding Ling slept in the mansion and woke feeling refreshed, reflecting that two hours of sleep in the game felt like a full night in the Real World.
• Pan Feng and Zhang He delivered Ding Ling’s official seal and robes, and Pan Feng handed him the letter containing his promised surprise.

Ding Ling left Yecheng after Pan Feng gave him a letter of introduction to Tong Yuan, with Zhao Bingxuan accompanying him and Ji Province’s scholars gathering to see him off. His remarkable reputation caused an uproar among Players and became the top trending topic in the Real World.

• Pan Feng gave Ding Ling a letter for Tong Yuan and said the Spear God might accept him as a disciple, while Zhang He explained Tong Yuan’s strict training requirements.
• Ding Ling agreed to take Zhao Bingxuan with him and asked Zhang He to look after her younger siblings.
• Ju Shou, Tian Feng, Xun Chen, and other scholars came to Yecheng’s gate to bid Ding Ling farewell, and Xun Chen considered following him to study chess before being persuaded to stay.
• Ding Ling rode out of Yecheng with Zhao Bingxuan as the scholars praised him and his companions proudly listened.
• Players in Ji Province reacted with shock to Ding Ling’s achievements, and discussion of him surged to the top of the Real World’s trending list.

Ding Ling earned Achievement Medals for his growing fame and new military appointment before arriving in Changshan Commandery to seek out Tong Yuan and improve his martial arts. After Dong Xuan refused to hand over military authority and plotted to have him removed, Ding Ling headed to the archives to ask for directions to Zhao Zilong’s former residence.

• Ding Ling learned through Achievement Medals that his fame had spread and that he had become the Tiger Brave General and defending officer of Changshan Commandery.
• Ding Ling continued toward Changshan Commandery, defeating robbers and bandits while resolving to learn Tong Yuan’s ultimate skill and become a Super First-Rate powerhouse.
• Ding Ling arrived in Zhending City and met Dong Xuan, who ignored him and refused to yield military authority.
• Dong Xuan told his retainer he would accuse Ding Ling of neglecting his duties and humiliating him, hoping to have him stripped of his position.
• Ding Ling left Dong Xuan and went to the archives to find someone who could lead him to Zhao Zilong’s former residence.

Ding Ling found Zhao Yun’s former residence in the archives and reached Zhao Family Village, where he rescued the villagers from a bandit raid. After reuniting Zhao Bingxuan with Zhao Xiaoyu, he offered to treat her gravely wounded eldest brother.

• Ding Ling searched the Zhending archives with Zhao Bingxuan and found the records for Zhao Family Village.
• Ding Ling rode to the village and killed more than a hundred bandits attacking it, including a player who begged for mercy.
• Zhao Bingxuan reunited with Zhao Xiaoyu, who explained that her second brother had gone to practice martial arts and that her eldest brother, Zhao Feng, had been unconscious since a battle with bandits.
• Ding Ling offered to treat Zhao Feng, and Zhao Xiaoyu led him to her home.

Ding Ling saved Zhao Feng with surgery and earned Achievement Medals for saving him and gaining Zhao Xiaoyu’s gratitude. After Zhao Feng recovered enough, Zhao Xiaoyu offered to guide Ding Ling to Mount Penglai to find Tong Yuan, and Ding Ling agreed to wait until it was safer to travel.

• Zhao Xiaoyu led Ding Ling to her home, where he examined her gravely ill elder brother, Zhao Feng.
• Ding Ling performed surgery on Zhao Feng and treated his wounds with prepared herbs, successfully saving him.
• Ding Ling received Achievement Medals for saving Zhao Feng and earning Zhao Xiaoyu’s gratitude.
• The next day, Zhao Feng awoke and thanked Ding Ling, while Zhao Xiaoyu offered to guide him to Mount Penglai to find Tong Yuan.
• Ding Ling chose to wait until Zhao Feng had mostly recovered before setting out, and three days passed as Ding Ling continued logging off without speaking to players.