Ch. 21The First Heaven and Earth Trial

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Zhang Zhi rapidly develops his Small World, incorporating 190 White and 10 Green Human Cards in 8 days.
  • He discovers the Flat Peach Tree's potential as a Heavenly Material and Earthly Treasure Card and asks Fang Yun to monitor it.
  • On the 15th day, the Heaven and Earth Trial begins. Zhang Zhi scouts, and Fang Yun leads the defense.
  • The Small World's forces, consisting of 500 Elite Realm Cultivators and 10 Mortal Transformation Realm Cultivators, easily defeat the Chaos Monsters, obtaining valuable Cards and skill books.

Character Developments

  • Zhang Zhi realizes his planned human development path is unsuitable and needs revision.
  • Fang Yun demonstrates his skill in mastering and teaching the Hundred Forged Saber technique, leading to the establishment of the Iron Smelting Base.

Significant Themes

  • Rapid development and exponential growth of Zhang Zhi's Small World.
  • The potential of the Flat Peach Tree as a Heavenly Material and Earthly Treasure Card.
  • The importance of skill books and Cards in the Small World's development.

Character Interactions

  • Zhang Zhi asks Fang Yun to monitor the Flat Peach Tree.
  • Fang Yun teaches the Hundred Forged Saber technique to others in the Small World.
  • Zhang Zhi and Fang Yun work together to defend the Small World during the Heaven and Earth Trial.

Ch. 22The Second Heaven and Earth Trial

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Zhang Zhi discovers a Light Cluster in the Small World, which absorbs into his World Bead, triggering a Heaven and Earth Trial.
  • The Small World expands significantly, and its creatures benefit from the trial.
  • A second wave of the trial begins, with an overwhelming number of Chaos Monsters invading the Small World.
  • Humans led by Fang Yun struggle to defend against the monsters, with Mortal Transformation Realm monsters breaking through their lines.
  • Zhang Zhi intervenes by creating a stone wall to block the monsters, allowing humans to regroup and ultimately defeat the invaders.

Character Developments

  • Zhang Zhi: Shows his power by creating a stone wall to protect the Small World, demonstrating his ability to manipulate the environment.
  • Fang Yun: Struggles to lead the humans against the Chaos Monsters, revealing his limitations in battle strategy.

Significant Themes

  • The Multiverse's satisfaction with Zhang Zhi's Small World, leading to generous rewards and trials.
  • The challenges and benefits of Heaven and Earth Trials, affecting both Zhang Zhi and the creatures within his Small World.

Character Interactions

  • Zhang Zhi and Fang Yun: Zhang Zhi indirectly aids Fang Yun and the humans by creating a stone wall to block the Chaos Monsters, showing his disapproval of Fang Yun's battle strategy.
  • Humans and Chaos Monsters: The humans struggle to defend against the Chaos Monsters, with Mortal Transformation Realm monsters causing significant trouble before Zhang Zhi intervenes.

Ch. 23Dizzying Gains!

Key Plot Points and Events

  • The Small World suffers casualties (33 Elite Realm cultivators dead, 175 injured; 21 ordinary cultivators dead, 66 injured) but gains valuable spoils from the second Heaven and Earth Trial.
  • Notable drops include Elite Tier weapons, armor, and skill books, including a White Basic Alchemy and a White Alchemy.
  • Two Light Clusters are obtained from the final bosses, one drawing a pattern on the World Bead and the other containing a Gray Trial Tower.

Character Developments

  • Zhang Zhi, the Small World's owner, is overwhelmed by the abundance of rewards and the appearance of the Trial Tower. He becomes more determined to upgrade and integrate skills into the Small World.

Significant Themes

  • Fortune and Hardship: Zhang Zhi's experiences with the Night Shadow Gang and the subsequent rewards highlight the theme of great hardship being followed by great fortune.
  • Growth and Development: The Small World's expansion and the increase in its inhabitants' cultivation levels emphasize the theme of growth and development.
  • Resource Management: Zhang Zhi's consideration of selling Beastmen Cards and his plans for the Trial Tower highlight the theme of resource management.

Character Interactions

  • Zhang Zhi interacts with Fang Yun, discussing the Flat Peach Grove's advancement and seeking her opinion on the Trial Tower's placement.
  • Zhang Zhi considers asking Li Yuan about the patterns on the World Bead but decides against it, showing his caution in maintaining their friendship.

Ch. 24New Journey

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Zhang Zhi learns about World Power, its conversion from Mental Power, and storage in World Beads.
  • He estimates that his Mental Power will be sufficient for the Gray Trial Tower when his Small World advances to a Medium World.
  • After the Heaven and Earth Trial, Zhang Zhi upgrades Basic Alchemy to Gray but hasn't integrated it into his Small World yet.
  • He travels from Yicheng to Seven Dragons Prefecture by train, meeting Li Yuan along the way.
  • Zhang Zhi arrives at Seven Dragons Academy, where he learns about the different academies and their focus areas.

Character Developments

  • Zhang Zhi's Mental Power increases rapidly due to his Small World advancements, but he still needs more for the Gray Trial Tower.
  • He upgrades Basic Alchemy to Gray but hasn't integrated it into his Small World yet.
  • Zhang Zhi shows responsibility and generosity by leaving money for the Orphanage's lunch and helping others when needed.

Significant Themes

  • The importance of Mental Power and World Power for World Masters.
  • The challenges and rewards of advancing one's Small World.
  • The diversity of academies and their focus areas in Seven Dragons Academy.

Character Interactions

  • Zhang Zhi interacts with Li Yuan, who helps him buy train tickets and delivers them to him.
  • He meets a curious young married woman on the train but doesn't engage in any romantic encounters.
  • Zhang Zhi asks someone at the school gate about the registration process and learns about the different academies.

Ch. 25Enrollment

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Zhang Zhi, an orphan from Yizhou, arrives alone at Seven Dragons Academy for registration.
  • He uses his charm and innocence to win over the parents in line, who help him with the registration process.
  • Zhang Zhi presents his Black Token at the registration point, which is recognized as a special enrollment quota.
  • He is taken by Mentor Li Fan to meet Li Qianjun, the person who gave him the token.

Character Developments

  • Zhang Zhi demonstrates his ability to adapt and navigate new environments, using his charm and innocence to his advantage.
  • Mentor Li Fan shows respect and deference towards Li Qianjun, indicating his status and influence within the Academy.

Significant Themes

  • The importance of connections and influence, as seen in the deference shown to Li Qianjun.
  • The contrast between Zhang Zhi's humble background and his ability to navigate the system, highlighting his resourcefulness and adaptability.

Character Interactions

  • Zhang Zhi interacts with various parents at the registration line, winning their sympathy and assistance.
  • He meets Mentor Li Fan, who recognizes the significance of the Black Token and takes him to meet Li Qianjun.
  • Zhang Zhi's innocence and charm contrast with the more formal and respectful interactions between Li Fan and Li Qianjun.

Ch. 26Li Qianjun's Aloofness

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Zhang Zhi meets Li Qianjun, who seems enthusiastic but maintains a distant demeanor.
  • Zhang Zhi enrolls at Seven Dragons Academy with Li Fan's assistance.
  • Zhang Zhi receives his Student ID, which reflects his real-time appearance, hinting at advanced technology-cultivation fusion.
  • Zhang Zhi explores the academy, including the Library, Trial Tower, and other facilities.

Character Developments

  • Zhang Zhi: Realizes Li Qianjun's initial enthusiasm was feigned and understands Li Qianjun's pride as a Thousand World Master. He feels indebted to the Principal for his opportunity at Seven Dragons Academy.
  • Li Qianjun: Initially appreciative of Zhang Zhi's talent but maintains a distant attitude due to his pride as a World Master. He believes Zhang Zhi's background and the Principal's relationship warrant another chance.

Significant Themes

  • Pride and Prejudice: Li Qianjun's pride as a Thousand World Master leads him to initially dismiss Zhang Zhi's talent due to his background.
  • Opportunity and Responsibility: Zhang Zhi feels a debt to the Principal for his enrollment at Seven Dragons Academy, understanding the opportunity's significance and his responsibility to prove himself.
  • Knowledge Monopolization: The upper echelons' control of knowledge, particularly about Small Worlds, is evident in the Library's restricted access to certain information.

Character Interactions

  • Zhang Zhi and Li Qianjun: Despite Li Qianjun's initial enthusiasm, Zhang Zhi senses his underlying distance and pride.
  • Zhang Zhi and Li Fan: Li Fan assists Zhang Zhi with enrollment and shows genuine kindness, declining Zhang Zhi's dinner invitation due to work commitments.
  • Zhang Zhi and the Library patrons: Zhang Zhi interacts with other diligent students at the Library, highlighting the shared pursuit of knowledge.

Ch. 27The Heaven-Defying Effects of the Flat Peach

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Zhang Zhi finds a book in the library detailing the ranks and effects of Flat Peach Trees.
  • He learns that his Flat Peach Tree is a Heavenly Material, Earthly Treasure.
  • The book describes the effects of Flat Peaches: they can increase a cultivator's realm by one grade, ignoring aptitude and talent.
  • The book mentions four ranks of Flat Peach Trees: Ordinary, Elite, Mortal Transformation, and Extraordinary.
  • Zhang Zhi calculates that he could advance to the Mortal Transformation Realm in less than a year.
  • He plans to upgrade his Flat Peach plant's rank using Mental Power and sell the fruits.
  • Zhang Zhi spends the rest of the time searching for information about the pattern on his World Bead but finds nothing.
  • He decides to attend the Human Academy for a year before choosing the Immortal Cultivation Path.

Character Developments

  • Zhang Zhi gains more knowledge about his Small World and its resources.
  • He becomes more strategic in his plans for cultivating himself and managing his Small World.
  • Zhang Zhi shows adaptability and willingness to seek advice, as seen in his decision to attend the Human Academy.

Significant Themes

  • The power of knowledge and information in cultivation and world management.
  • The importance of strategic planning and adaptability in cultivation.
  • The value of seeking advice and learning from others.

Character Interactions

  • Zhang Zhi interacts with the library catalog and books, gaining valuable information.
  • He seeks advice from Li Qianjun, who suggests attending the Human Academy first.
  • Zhang Zhi meets his Class Advisor at the Human Academy but doesn't engage in a significant interaction yet.

Ch. 28Class Advisor Liu

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Students are taught the importance of choosing useful courses, as they can't take all due to limited time and resources.
  • Class Advisor Liu explains the school's teaching model and encourages students to choose the same practical combat course for mutual support.
  • Zhang Zhi, a special enrollment student, shows disinterest in the Class Advisor's suggestion, planning to transfer soon.
  • Class Advisor Liu arranges for students to gather in the classroom for three days to discuss course selection.
  • Zhang Zhi wants to visit the Trial Tower but is stopped by Class Advisor Liu.
  • She reveals that special enrollment students have privileges but also face threats from displaced Family Disciples.
  • Zhang Zhi thanks her and heads to the Trial Tower.

Character Developments

  • Zhang Zhi: Initially appears arrogant and uninterested in class activities, but later shows understanding and appreciation for Class Advisor Liu's advice.
  • Class Advisor Liu: Demonstrates care and concern for her students, providing guidance and warning Zhang Zhi about potential threats.

Significant Themes

  • The importance of choosing wisely and making sacrifices for the greater good (choosing courses and class activities).
  • The consequences of one's actions on others (Zhang Zhi's enrollment displacing a Family Disciple).
  • The value of companionship and trust (Class Advisor Liu's emphasis on finding suitable companions).

Character Interactions

  • Zhang Zhi and Class Advisor Liu: They have a heart-to-heart conversation where the Class Advisor provides guidance and warns Zhang Zhi about potential dangers, leading to a newfound understanding between them.

Ch. 29First Trial of the Trial Tower (Monthly Ticket Bonus Chapter)

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Zhang Zhi learns about the high cost of Trial Points to exchange Cards in the Trial Tower.
  • He discovers that it takes about four years for an ordinary person to accumulate enough points for a Tier 1 Spirit Vein Card.
  • Zhang Zhi enters the Trial Tower and participates in the Arena mode, winning 10 matches against various races and creatures, earning 10 Trial Points.

Character Developments

  • Zhang Zhi demonstrates his understanding of the Trial Tower's mechanics and his strategic thinking by choosing the Arena mode first.
  • He shows his confidence and determination by immediately entering the second match after winning the first.

Significant Themes

  • The theme of perseverance and dedication is highlighted, as it takes a long time to accumulate enough points for a high-tier Card.
  • The variety of races and creatures in the Trial Tower emphasizes the diversity and interconnectedness of the world-building.

Character Interactions

  • Zhang Zhi interacts with various opponents in the Arena, showcasing his ability to adapt to different situations and opponents.
  • Although there's no direct interaction with other World Masters, Zhang Zhi's experiences in the Trial Tower reflect his growth and understanding of the world.

Ch. 30Ninety-Nine Consecutive Wins

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Zhang Zhi encounters a Foreign Race World Master, a Monster Race Wild Boar demon, and wins his first match against a World Master.
  • He continues winning, facing various races, and reaches 50, then 80 consecutive wins, with most opponents being World Masters.
  • At 99 consecutive wins, he faces a Human Race female World Master and wins, receiving a message about advancing to Tier 2 Arena or staying in Tier 1.
  • He learns that staying in Tier 1 offers more Mortal Transformation Realm resources, while Tier 2 offers Extraordinary Class items and resources.
  • The season ends once a year, with four months and twenty-six days left in the current season.

Character Developments

  • Zhang Zhi's understanding of the Trial Tower and World Masters deepens as he encounters various opponents.
  • His strategic thinking becomes more refined as he considers the benefits of staying in Tier 1 versus advancing to Tier 2.

Significant Themes

  • The Multiverse's favoritism towards humans and the evolutionary forms of Foreign Races.
  • The importance of World Power and its reflection of a World Master's combat power.
  • The strategic choices and their consequences in the Trial Tower's Arena.

Character Interactions

  • Zhang Zhi interacts with various World Masters from different races, learning about their characteristics and strengths.
  • He communicates with the Arena, receiving information about the Tier 1 and Tier 2 Arenas, their benefits, and the season's duration.

Ch. 31Achievements and the Breakthrough Battle

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Zhang Zhi chooses to remain in the Tier 1 Arena instead of advancing to Tier 2.
  • He achieves Ninety-Nine Consecutive Wins and earns the 'Kicking the Nursing Home, Punching the Kindergarten' Achievement, which is publicly announced in the Trial Tower.
  • His hundredth match in the Tier 1 Arena is a 'Breakthrough Battle,' where he is matched with a powerful opponent, a Flood Dragon.

Character Developments

  • Zhang Zhi demonstrates strategic thinking in choosing to remain in Tier 1 for another round of Ninety-Nine Consecutive Wins.
  • He shows embarrassment and concern for his reputation when his Achievement is publicly announced.
  • The Flood Dragon reveals it has received favors from the Human Race and won't hinder Zhang Zhi's progress due to its own fortune.

Significant Themes

  • The importance of reputation and social standing (Zhang Zhi's embarrassment over his Achievement).
  • The concept of fortune and destiny (the Flood Dragon's explanation of its actions).
  • The power dynamics within the Trial Tower (the 'Breakthrough Battle' and the Flood Dragon's strength).

Character Interactions

  • Zhang Zhi interacts with the Trial Tower's AI, which provides information and announcements.
  • He communicates with the Flood Dragon, who reveals information about the Breakthrough Battle and its personal history with the Human Race.

Ch. 32Undefeated in a Hundred Battles

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Zhang Zhi achieves 'Undefeated in a Hundred Battles' in the Tier 2 Arena.
  • The Flood Dragon, his final opponent, offers advice on strategy and resource acquisition.
  • Zhang Zhi learns he can hide the 'Undefeated in a Hundred Battles' achievement.
  • Upon exiting the Trial Tower, he learns that his previous achievement, 'Punching the Nursing Home, Kicking the Kindergarten', has caused a commotion outside.

Character Developments

  • Zhang Zhi demonstrates strategic thinking by considering the Flood Dragon's advice.
  • He shows curiosity and analytical skills in trying to understand the Flood Dragon's final sentence.

Significant Themes

  • The importance of strategy and adaptability in battle.
  • The value of achievements and their potential benefits.
  • The disparity in strength between Zhang Zhi and his opponents, highlighting his underdog status.

Character Interactions

  • Zhang Zhi interacts with the Flood Dragon, learning from its wisdom.
  • Outside the Trial Tower, people discuss and react to Zhang Zhi's achievements, showing his actions have drawn attention and sparked curiosity.

Ch. 33Powerful Achievement Benefits

Key Plot Points and Events

  • A Trial Tower achieves the 'Punching the Nursing Home, Kicking the Kindergarten' feat.
  • The benefits of this achievement are revealed: doubling Tier 1 Arena spots for ten years, one additional resurrection spot, and an extra victory point in the corresponding Arena.
  • Zhang Zhi faces a Bird Demon opponent in the Trial Tower, using a strategy to outmaneuver it as the arena shrinks.

Character Developments

  • Li Qianjun shows interest and curiosity in the Trial Tower's benefits.
  • Zhang Zhi demonstrates strategic thinking and adaptability in his fight against the Bird Demon.

Significant Themes

  • The power and influence of achievements in the Trial Tower.
  • The importance of adaptability and strategy in combat.

Character Interactions

  • Li Qianjun interacts with Liu Yi and another World Master, discussing the Trial Tower's benefits.
  • Zhang Zhi interacts with the Bird Demon, using strategy to gain an advantage.

Ch. 34Achievements

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Zhang Zhi is thrown out of the Tier 1 Arena by a Mortal Transformation Realm cultivator to escape a giant rock attack.
  • He is transported back to the Trial Tower with 101 points and no injuries.
  • He realizes the Arena heals all injuries and the opponents he faced were stronger than he expected.
  • He discovers that Arena achievements have extraordinary rewards and decides to investigate.

Character Developments

  • Zhang Zhi reflects on his previous dismissive attitude towards other cultivators and realizes the danger of underestimating opponents.
  • He understands the value of Arena achievements and their effects on cultivation progress.

Significant Themes

  • The power of Arena achievements and their impact on cultivation.
  • The danger of underestimating opponents and the importance of careful consideration before acting.

Character Interactions

  • Zhang Zhi interacts with the Arena interface to learn about his achievements and their effects.
  • He reflects on his experiences in the Arena and the Trial Tower, leading to personal growth.

Ch. 35Secret Realm, Yuan Race

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Zhang Zhi is teleported to a Trial Battlefield Secret Realm, which he discovers is more dangerous than a regular Trial Secret Realm.
  • He finds himself in a plaza surrounded by the Yuan Race, a four-eyed, four-handed, four-footed race unfriendly to humans.
  • A group of humans is fighting against the Yuan Race, protected by a shield that's weakening. They need to kill Elite Realm Yuan Race members to escape.

Character Developments

  • Zhang Zhi is cautious and strategic, not rushing into the human group without understanding the situation.
  • He shows concern for his safety and the safety of his allies, considering his options before acting.

Significant Themes

  • The danger and unpredictability of the Trial Secret Realms.
  • The importance of understanding a situation before acting, especially in high-stakes environments.
  • The power dynamics between different races and the struggle for survival and resources.

Character Interactions

  • Zhang Zhi interacts with a human who tries to pull him into the fight, showing the desperation and urgency of the situation.
  • The humans inside the protective shield are working together to defend against the Yuan Race, demonstrating teamwork and mutual support.

Ch. 36Humanity's Scum

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Elite Realm Cultivators are suddenly teleported into the Secret Realm, causing confusion and alarm.
  • Zhang Zhi learns about the Secret Realm's mechanics: killing Foreign Races for Trial Tokens, which can be exchanged for Points or used to summon clansmen.
  • Zhang Zhi understands that some Human Race cultivators intentionally summoned Elite Realm cultivators to die with them, creating a heavily disadvantaged situation.
  • Zhang Zhi summons an army of Mortal Transformation and Elite Realm Cultivators, turning the tide against the Yuan Race.
  • The Human Race within the protective array warns about an Extraordinary on the Yuan Race side.

Character Developments

  • Zhang Zhi demonstrates his power and strategic thinking, earning respect from other cultivators.
  • Hu Bin, initially volatile, becomes respectful and fawning towards Zhang Zhi after seeing his strength.
  • Cheng Ziran, a Foundation Establishment Mid-stage cultivator specializing in Array Formations, is revealed to have set up the protective array.

Significant Themes

  • Survival of the Fittest: The Secret Realm's mechanics and the actions of the scum cultivators highlight the brutal nature of the cultivation world.
  • Power Dynamics: Zhang Zhi's display of power shifts the balance of power in the Secret Realm.
  • Trust and Betrayal: The actions of the scum cultivators lead to mistrust among the Human Race cultivators.

Character Interactions

  • Zhang Zhi interacts with Hu Bin, learning about the Secret Realm's mechanics and gaining his respect.
  • Zhang Zhi interacts with Cheng Ziran, expressing interest in his Array Formation cultivation.
  • The Human Race cultivators within the protective array warn Zhang Zhi about the Extraordinary on the Yuan Race side, showing a sense of camaraderie.

Ch. 37Knowing Your Enemy and Yourself

Key Plot Points and Events

  • The Secret Realm was initially balanced between the Human and Yuan Races. A Master of the World from the Human Race turned the tide, but five days ago, a Yuan Race cultivator in the Mortal Transformation Realm killed this Master using a one-time item.
  • Three days later, the Yuan Race cultivator broke through to the Extraordinary Realm and killed five more Human Race Mortal Transformation Realm cultivators, causing most cultivators to leave the Secret Realm.
  • Before Zhang Zhi's arrival, the Human Race side was reduced to around fifty cultivators, including Cheng Ziran.
  • Zhang Zhi was summoned by Cheng Ziran's Junior Sister, who is severely injured and on the verge of death, using nearly thirty White Commands.

Character Developments

  • Cheng Ziran: Initially seemed deceitful, but later revealed his responsibility and loyalty towards his Junior Sister and the Human Race cultivators in the Secret Realm.
  • Zhang Zhi: Showed intelligence and caution, deducing the situation and Cheng Ziran's motives. He decided to help despite the initial deception.

Significant Themes

  • Responsibility and Loyalty: Cheng Ziran's actions highlight his sense of responsibility towards his Junior Sister and the other cultivators.
  • Trust and Deception: Zhang Zhi's initial mistrust of Cheng Ziran due to the deception, but later chose to help based on the situation and Cheng Ziran's sincerity.

Character Interactions

  • Zhang Zhi and Cheng Ziran: Initially tense due to Cheng Ziran's deception, but later they cooperate due to mutual understanding and shared goals.
  • Cheng Ziran and his Junior Sister: Cheng Ziran's loyalty and responsibility towards his Junior Sister, despite her eccentric personality and the trouble she caused.

Ch. 38Beginner's Guide to Array Formations

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Zhang Zhi learns about the Yuan Race's situation from Cheng Ziran and decides to attack their Trial Tower immediately.
  • Zhang Zhi sends Nian Xinyu to lead an army towards the Yuan Race's Trial Tower, while he stays behind with Cheng Ziran to guard against a surprise attack by the Yuan Race's Extraordinary Realm cultivator.
  • The Yuan Race's Extraordinary Realm cultivator surrenders and flees, allowing the Human Race to win the Secret Realm trial.
  • Cheng Ziran gifts Zhang Zhi a book titled "Beginner's Guide to Array Formations" as a token of gratitude.

Character Developments

  • Zhang Zhi demonstrates strategic thinking and caution by guarding against the Yuan Race's Extraordinary Realm cultivator.
  • Cheng Ziran shows wisdom and foresight by setting up a defensive Array Formation and gifting Zhang Zhi a book on Array Formations.

Significant Themes

  • Strategy and Caution: Zhang Zhi's careful planning and preparation help him anticipate and counter the Yuan Race's potential moves.
  • Gratitude and Repayment: Cheng Ziran feels indebted to Zhang Zhi and expresses his gratitude by gifting him a book.

Character Interactions

  • Zhang Zhi and Cheng Ziran: They interact respectfully, with Cheng Ziran providing valuable information and Zhang Zhi showing appreciation for his help.
  • Fang Yun and the Yuan Race's Extraordinary: Their battle demonstrates the power dynamics between the two races and the consequences of the Yuan Race's desperate measures.

Ch. 39Parasol Tree Card and Mysterious Reward

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Zhang Zhi wins the Secret Realm and returns to the Trial Hall.
  • He receives rewards, including a Purple Rank item (Flood Dragon Essence Blood), a Blue Rank Phoenix Tree Card, a Blue Rank token (700 Points), Green, White, and Gray Rank tokens, and a Gray-White Nameless Cultivation Technique Fragment Card.
  • He realizes the imbalance between effort and reward in the Secret Realm compared to the Arena.

Character Developments

  • Zhang Zhi learns from the Human Race World Master's failure and reflects on his recent arrogance.
  • He decides to study the Nameless Cultivation Technique Fragment Card and the Beginner's Guide to Array Formations book given by Cheng Ziran.

Significant Themes

  • The imbalance between risk and reward in the Secret Realm.
  • Zhang Zhi's realization of his arrogance and need for self-reflection.
  • The importance of learning and growth, as seen in Zhang Zhi's decision to study the new materials.

Character Interactions

  • Zhang Zhi interacts briefly with Cheng Ziran, accepting the Beginner's Guide to Array Formations book.
  • Zhang Zhi's thoughts reveal his respect for the Human Race World Master who died in the Secret Realm, indicating a sense of camaraderie among World Masters.

Ch. 40Who Is Daoist Hongjun

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Zhang Zhi, now known as 'Daoist Hongjun', leaves the Trial Tower to find it surrounded by people celebrating his 'Kicking the Nursing Home, Punching the Kindergarten' Achievement.
  • Headmaster Yang, after learning about the Achievement, visits Li Qianjun to discuss the possibility of Zhang Zhi being Daoist Hongjun.
  • Headmaster Yang requests Li Qianjun to find Zhang Zhi and confirm his identity, offering rewards for his cooperation.

Character Developments

  • Zhang Zhi experiences pride for the first time after hearing the celebration for his Achievement.
  • Li Qianjun realizes the potential impact of Zhang Zhi's Achievement and the possible implications for his Small World.

Significant Themes

  • Recognition and pride: Zhang Zhi feels pride in his Achievement for the first time.
  • Potential and protection: The Academy's interest in protecting a promising talent like Daoist Hongjun.
  • Equivalent exchange: The Academy's willingness to reward Zhang Zhi if he is indeed Daoist Hongjun.

Character Interactions

  • Zhang Zhi interacts with a bystander who explains the celebration.
  • Headmaster Yang and Li Qianjun discuss the possibility of Zhang Zhi being Daoist Hongjun and the potential rewards for him.
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