Ch. 181Zhen Yuanzi's Request
Key Plot Points and Events
- Dao Ancestor Hongjun announces that a Great Tribulation is approaching, formed by the convergence of karma from all living beings, and will ultimately return to them.
- He advises the Sages to close their mountain gates, silently recite the Yellow Court, and avoid interfering in the disputes of the Primordial Era to evade the tribulation.
- Dao Ancestor Hongjun decides to hide within Chaos and not manifest during this Great Tribulation.
- Zhou Yuan exits Purple Heaven Palace and is approached by Great Immortal Zhen Yuanzi and Old Ancestor Hongyun, who invite him to Longevity Mountain for a Ginseng Fruit Banquet.
- During the banquet, Zhen Yuanzi asks Zhou Yuan about the upcoming Great Tribulation and expresses his concern for Hongyun's safety.
Character Developments
- Dao Ancestor Hongjun shows his wisdom and detachment from worldly affairs by merging with the Heavenly Dao and choosing not to intervene in the Great Tribulation.
- Zhou Yuan demonstrates his generosity and willingness to help by agreeing to save Hongyun if he encounters calamity in the future.
- Zhen Yuanzi and Old Ancestor Hongyun show their concern for each other's well-being and value their friendship, as they both express their worries about Hongyun's safety and seek Zhou Yuan's help.
Significant Themes
- The cyclical nature of karma and the consequences of one's actions.
- The importance of detachment from worldly affairs and avoiding interference in disputes to evade tribulations.
- The value of friendship and the willingness to help others in times of need.
Character Interactions
- Zhou Yuan interacts with Great Immortal Zhen Yuanzi and Old Ancestor Hongyun, discussing the Dao and forming a bond over their shared past and future concerns.
- Zhen Yuanzi and Old Ancestor Hongyun express their concern for each other's well-being and seek Zhou Yuan's help in protecting Hongyun from the upcoming Great Tribulation.