Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lu Yang and Tao Yaoye spar, showcasing their Golden Cores.
• Lu Yang uses his Invincible Core and Arhat Fist, while Tao Yaoye uses her Virtual-Real As-You-Wish Core and Illusion techniques.
• Lu Yang sees through Tao Yaoye's Illusion but struggles to differentiate between her real and illusory forms.
• Lu Yang ultimately wins by using brute force, guessing Tao Yaoye's Golden Core's unique function.

Character Developments

• Lu Yang demonstrates his powerful Invincible Core and strategic thinking, as well as his ability to adapt to new situations.
• Tao Yaoye reveals her unique Virtual-Real As-You-Wish Core, showing creativity and adaptability in her Cultivation.
• Qin Yanyan, Lu Yang's Senior Disciple Sister, returns and observes the spar.

Significant Themes

• The power and versatility of Golden Cores.
• Adaptability and creativity in Cultivation.
• The importance of strategic thinking in combat.

Character Interactions

• Lu Yang and Tao Yaoye engage in a friendly yet competitive spar, showcasing their skills and learning from each other.
• Lu Yang greets Qin Yanyan respectfully, highlighting their senior-junior relationship and Lu Yang's good manners.
• Qin Yanyan observes the spar, showing interest in the younger disciples' Cultivation progress.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lu Yang and Tao Yaoye's sparring session ends, and they watch Meng Jingzhou and Man Gu's ongoing fight.
• Man Gu, possessed by the spirits of his ancient Barbarian ancestors, fights Meng Jingzhou with enhanced skills and experience.
• Meng Jingzhou enters a state of enlightenment and comprehends a new set of fist techniques, the Single Curse Fist, which curses the opponent to remain single.

Character Developments

• Lu Yang: Recalls his early training with Tao Yaoye and understands the importance of fundamentals.
• Meng Jingzhou: Has an epiphany and develops a unique fist technique, the Single Curse Fist, due to his double-single Golden Cores.
• Man Gu: Briefly exhibits the fighting style and power of his ancient Barbarian ancestors.

Significant Themes

• The importance of fundamentals in cultivation.
• The power of enlightenment and its rarity.
• The influence of Bloodline and heritage on one's abilities.

Character Interactions

• Lu Yang and Tao Yaoye: Spar together, with Tao Yaoye reminding Lu Yang to maintain his fundamentals.
• Meng Jingzhou and Man Gu: Engage in a prolonged fight, with Meng Jingzhou eventually gaining the upper hand due to his enlightenment.
• The Immortal Fairy: Provides background information about the Ancient Barbarian Race and Man Gu's Bloodline.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Meng Jingzhou comprehends the Descendant Severing Fist Technique, a powerful curse fist technique, without a teacher.
• Lu Yang and others are shocked by Meng Jingzhou's fist technique, which can curse opponents based on their Karma.
• Senior Disciple Sister explains that such fist techniques have limitations and risks, including backlash.
• Man Gu's ancestors possess him, leading to his defeat, but he has no memory of the event.

Character Developments

• Meng Jingzhou displays exceptional talent and comprehension, shocking his peers.
• Qin Yanyan realizes the significant gap between her and top geniuses like Lu Yang and Meng Jingzhou.
• Man Gu's ancestors show concern for his well-being, admitting defeat to protect him.

Significant Themes

• The interconnectedness of all Dharmas in cultivation.
• The risks and limitations of powerful techniques.
• The importance of understanding one's own limits and the limits of one's techniques.

Character Interactions

• Lu Yang and Meng Jingzhou's friendly rivalry continues, with Lu Yang teasing Meng Jingzhou about his fist technique.
• Senior Disciple Sister provides guidance and explanation to the younger disciples.
• Man Gu's ancestors and Man Gu himself interact, with the ancestors protecting Man Gu from further harm.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lu Yang discovers that the Immortal Fairy's kitchen is not inside the Immortal Being statue but was moved there using Space Spell.
• Yun Zhi decides to replace the original kitchen with the Immortal Fairy's kitchen using her Sleeve Universe divine power.
• The Immortal Fairy shares her kitchen with Lu Yang and Yun Zhi by giving them a seal to enter at will.
• The Immortal Fairy reveals that she tricked the Four Immortals of ancient times into eating at her kitchen by giving them a seal to enter but not exit freely.

Character Developments

• Lu Yang learns more about the Immortal Fairy's past and her relationship with the Four Immortals.
• Yun Zhi demonstrates her power and confidence by using Sleeve Universe, a symbol of an expert.
• The Immortal Fairy shows her playful and mischievous side, enjoying the surprise she gave the Four Immortals.

Significant Themes

• Power and Control: The Immortal Fairy uses her cooking skills and divine power to control the situation, showing that even seemingly innocuous things can be used to manipulate others.
• Hospitality and Friendship: The Immortal Fairy's invitation to the Four Immortals and Lu Yang and Yun Zhi highlights the importance of hospitality and friendship in their culture.

Character Interactions

• The Immortal Fairy interacts with Lu Yang and Yun Zhi, sharing her past experiences and giving them access to her kitchen.
• The Immortal Fairy's past interaction with the Four Immortals is revealed, showing their dynamic and the Immortal Fairy's influence over them.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lu Yang enters the kitchen using the Immortal Fairy's mark and attempts to leave but fails.
• The Immortal Fairy offers to cook for Lu Yang and takes control of his body to do so.
• Lu Yang faints after eating the Immortal Fairy's spicy scrambled eggs with tomatoes.
• Yun Zhi praises the Immortal Fairy's cooking.

Character Developments

• Lu Yang: Shows determination to learn cooking but struggles with the Immortal Fairy's cooking style and the intensity of the Spiritual Power in her dishes.
• Immortal Fairy: Demonstrates her unique cooking skills and knowledge of Ancient Era cooking techniques, revealing her eagerness to share her knowledge and train a successor.
• Yun Zhi: Shows appreciation for the Immortal Fairy's cooking and understanding of the benefits of eating her dishes for cultivation.

Significant Themes

• The value and uniqueness of Ancient Era cooking techniques and knowledge.
• The impact of eating high-level dishes on cultivators' Spiritual Power and cultivation.
• The importance of learning from experienced practitioners and seeking opportunities for growth.

Character Interactions

• Lu Yang and the Immortal Fairy: The Immortal Fairy takes control of Lu Yang's body to cook, leading to a comedic and disastrous attempt at making a simple dish.
• Lu Yang and Yun Zhi: Lu Yang's fainting spell is witnessed by Yun Zhi, who provides an explanation for his reaction to the Immortal Fairy's cooking.
• The Immortal Fairy and Yun Zhi: The Immortal Fairy shares her cooking knowledge with Yun Zhi, who shows appreciation and understanding of the Immortal Fairy's skills.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Immortal Fairy regrets not teaching Lu Yang her Fairy Fist Technique, which could have prevented his fainting spell.
• Yun Zhi expresses interest in learning the Fairy Fist Technique, and Immortal Fairy agrees to teach her.
• Lu Yang wakes up after three months (or two hours, according to Li Haoran) and discovers his cultivation has improved to the mid-Golden Core Stage.
• Lu Yang, Meng Jingzhou, Li Haoran, and Qin Yanyan find Fifth Elder, who is refining a Daoist robe with transportation properties.
• Fifth Elder gifts Qin Yanyan a Talisman brush with 18 inscribed Talismans.
• Lu Yang and the others invite Fifth Elder to become a Protector of their Heavenly Court Cult.

Character Developments

• Immortal Fairy: Shows regret for not teaching Lu Yang her technique and agrees to teach Yun Zhi.
• Yun Zhi: Expresses interest in learning the Fairy Fist Technique.
• Lu Yang: Wakes up after a long sleep, discovers his cultivation improvement, and joins the others to find Fifth Elder.
• Meng Jingzhou: Attempts to deceive Lu Yang about the duration of his sleep.
• Li Haoran: Corrects Meng Jingzhou's deception and feels slighted by Fifth Elder's gift to Qin Yanyan.
• Qin Yanyan: Feels uncomfortable with her low seniority and receives a valuable gift from Fifth Elder.
• Fifth Elder: Refines a unique Daoist robe with transportation properties, gifts Qin Yanyan a Talisman brush, and agrees to become a Protector of the Heavenly Court Cult.

Significant Themes

• Cultivation and Improvement: Lu Yang's cultivation improves after eating Immortal Fairy's scrambled eggs, and Fifth Elder's Artifact Refining skills are showcased.
• Gifting and Generosity: Fifth Elder gifts Qin Yanyan a valuable Talisman brush, demonstrating his generosity.
• Seniority and Respect: Qin Yanyan feels uncomfortable with her low seniority, and the characters show respect for each other's positions.

Character Interactions

• Immortal Fairy and Lu Yang discuss his fainting and her Fairy Fist Technique.
• Yun Zhi expresses interest in learning the Fairy Fist Technique from Immortal Fairy.
• Lu Yang, Meng Jingzhou, Li Haoran, and Qin Yanyan interact while searching for Fifth Elder.
• Fifth Elder interacts with the group, showcasing his Artifact Refining skills and gifting Qin Yanyan.
• Lu Yang and the others invite Fifth Elder to join their Heavenly Court Cult.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lu Yang and his group attempt to deceive the Nine Nether Cult by fabricating the Heavenly Court Cult to gain cooperation and resources.
• Fifth Elder, the Ninth Son of Dao Seeking Sect, sees through their plan but plays along to hear their story.
• Fifth Elder shares a past incident where the nine disciples of Dao Seeking Sect deceived the Nine Nether Cult Master, embezzled the cult's treasury, and absconded with the money.

Character Developments

• Lu Yang and his group show cunning and resourcefulness in their attempt to deceive the Nine Nether Cult.
• Fifth Elder demonstrates his wisdom and patience in handling the situation, revealing his past actions with the Dao Seeking Sect disciples.
• Qin Yanyan shows curiosity and intelligence in questioning Fifth Elder about the past events.

Significant Themes

• Deception and manipulation as a means to an end.
• The blurred line between right and wrong in the pursuit of power and resources.
• The consequences of greed and ambition, as seen in the Nine Nether Cult Master's downfall.

Character Interactions

• Lu Yang and his group interact with Fifth Elder, trying to convince him to join their cause while also learning from his past experiences.
• Fifth Elder shares stories about the Dao Seeking Sect disciples' past actions, revealing their bond and camaraderie.
• Qin Yanyan interacts with Fifth Elder, asking questions and showing her understanding of the situation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Nine Nether Cult's demise was revealed to be due to a financial scam by the Dao Seeking Sect, not a power struggle.
• Lu Yang and the Fifth Elder plan to leave for Yanjiang Commandery the next day, disguised to avoid recognition by the Nine Nether Cult.
• Lu Yang tries to recruit Tao Yaoye and Man Gu to join the Heavenly Court Cult, but they are in seclusion.
• Lu Yang asks the Immortal Fairy to teach him an Ancient Era spell or divine ability, and she suggests the Taotie Race's divine ability, Swallow Heaven Devour Earth.

Character Developments

• Lu Yang: Struggles to understand the incantation for Swallow Heaven Devour Earth, eventually mastering 'Earth Devour'.
• Fifth Elder: Agrees to become a protector of the Heavenly Court Cult and offers to disguise Lu Yang and his companions.
• Immortal Fairy: Guides Lu Yang in learning Swallow Heaven Devour Earth, revealing that the Taotie Race's strength comes from their insatiable hunger.

Significant Themes

• The true nature of power and strength in the cultivation world, challenging the common belief that the strong plunder the weak.
• The importance of understanding and internalizing the meaning behind incantations and techniques in cultivation.

Character Interactions

• Lu Yang and the Fifth Elder: Plan their journey to Yanjiang Commandery together, with the Fifth Elder offering assistance in disguise.
• Lu Yang and the Immortal Fairy: Lu Yang seeks the Immortal Fairy's guidance in learning an Ancient Era divine ability, leading to a humorous attempt at mastering 'Earth Devour'.

• Key Plot Points and Events: The chapter discusses the history of the Taotie race, revealing their origins, struggles, and the creation of their signature skill, Swallow Heaven Devour Earth.
• Character Developments: Lu Yang, the main character, learns about the Taotie race's history and their skill from Immortal Fairy. He also expresses interest in learning the current version of Swallow Heaven Devour Earth.
• Significant Themes: The theme of perseverance and innovation is highlighted through the Taotie clan's struggle and their ancestor's creation of the Swallow Heaven Devour Earth skill. The theme of ancient knowledge and its relevance in the present is also explored.
• Character Interactions: Lu Yang interacts with Immortal Fairy, who provides him with historical knowledge and advice. Their dynamic is one of teacher and student, with Immortal Fairy guiding Lu Yang through his learning process.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lu Yang visits the medicine garden at night, seeking precious soil for his cultivation.
• He encounters the little Medicine Kings, who are celebrating under the Enlightenment Tree.
• The Immortal Fairy, residing in Lu Yang's spiritual space, reveals her ancient origins and power to the Medicine Kings.

Character Developments

• Lu Yang: Shows curiosity and determination in his cultivation journey, seeking unique resources like precious soil.
• Immortal Fairy: Reveals her past glories and intentions to use Lu Yang as her successor, demonstrating her pride and ambition.
• Little Medicine Kings: Display their admiration for power and immortality, hoping to align with the Immortal Fairy against Yun Zhi.

Significant Themes

• The pursuit of power and immortality, as seen in the little Medicine Kings' admiration for the Immortal Fairy and her desire to regain her full strength.
• The mentor-mentee relationship, with the Immortal Fairy claiming to guide Lu Yang's cultivation and make him her successor.
• The contrast between Lu Yang's humble origins and the Immortal Fairy's ancient power, highlighting the potential for growth and change in cultivation.

Character Interactions

• Lu Yang and Old Man Ba: Lu Yang seeks Old Man Ba's permission to enter the medicine garden, showing respect for his position.
• Lu Yang and the Little Medicine Kings: They greet each other warmly, showing familiarity and camaraderie.
• Immortal Fairy and the Little Medicine Kings: The Fairy reveals her power and intentions to the Medicine Kings, who are awestruck and eager to align with her.
• Immortal Fairy and Lu Yang: Lu Yang is surprised by the Fairy's revelations but doesn't contradict her, showing a mix of respect and wariness.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Doctor and the narrator have been hiding in the morgue for half a month due to an unknown threat outside.
• They discover a password-protected entrance to a second basement level, which they believe belongs to the hospital's Dean.
• After cracking the password, they find a laboratory filled with human and animal corpses in Nutrient Solution Tanks, suggesting Zombie Virus experiments.
• The narrator finds an experiment report with their portrait, revealing they were a test subject for the Zombie Virus.
• They decide to escape from the hospital that night.

Character Developments

• The narrator remains resourceful and determined, helping to crack the password and find crucial information.
• The Doctor shows expertise in understanding the implications of the laboratory and the experiment report, leading them to the decision to escape.

Significant Themes

• Survival: The narrator and the Doctor are driven by the need to survive, leading them to explore the hospital and ultimately decide to escape.
• Discovery: Their exploration of the second basement level leads to the discovery of the Zombie Virus experiments and the narrator's role in them.
• Trust: The Doctor and the narrator trust each other enough to split up and search for information, and to make the decision to escape together.

Character Interactions

• The Doctor and the narrator work together to crack the password, explore the second basement level, and find the experiment report.
• They share their findings with each other, leading to a mutual decision to escape from the hospital.
• The Dean's presence is felt through his actions in the morgue, but there's no direct interaction with the Doctor or the narrator in this chapter.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lu Yang seeks rare soil for cultivation, which the Ginseng Doll provides in the form of black soil.
• Lu Yang consumes the black soil, but it doesn't affect his cultivation.
• The Immortal Fairy reveals that the Kirin Undying Medicine's origin is from the Kirin Immortal's blood dripping onto a Spiritual Plant.
• It's hinted that the Kirin Immortal was injured during his wedding, leading to the creation of the Kirin Undying Medicines.

Character Developments

• Lu Yang shows curiosity and eagerness to learn about the Kirin Undying Medicine's origin.
• The Immortal Fairy reveals more about the ancient world and the Kirin Immortal's past.
• The Kirin Undying Medicine feels a sense of pride and importance upon learning its origin.

Significant Themes

• The origin and creation of beings.
• The power dynamics and conflicts among ancient Immortals.
• The importance of rare resources for cultivation.

Character Interactions

• Lu Yang interacts with the Ginseng Doll and the Immortal Fairy to learn about the Kirin Undying Medicine's origin.
• The Immortal Fairy shares ancient secrets with Lu Yang, the Ginseng Doll, and the Enlightenment Tree.
• The Kirin Undying Medicine feels a connection to the Kirin Immortal upon learning its origin.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lu Yang learns about the origins and uses of the Breathing Soil from the Immortal Fairy.
• Lu Yang spends the night eating various soils under the Immortal Fairy's guidance, with no apparent effects.
• Lu Yang and the others travel to Yanjiang Commandery on the Fifth Elder's Flying Shuttle, experiencing intense acceleration.
• They arrive at the Barbecue Shop, with Lu Yang, Li Haoran, and Qin Yanyan being carried down by the Fifth Elder.

Character Developments

• Lu Yang learns about the Kirin Immortal's trick to make the Immortal Fairy eat soil, leading to his own misadventure.
• The Fifth Elder demonstrates his experience and skill in handling unexpected situations and using his Flying Shuttle.

Significant Themes

• The power of ancient cultivation techniques and their potential pitfalls.
• The importance of vigilance and adaptability in cultivation.
• The consequences of underestimating or misjudging situations.

Character Interactions

• Lu Yang and the Immortal Fairy continue their unlikely partnership, with the Immortal Fairy providing valuable information and guidance.
• Lu Yang, Li Haoran, and Qin Yanyan experience the Fifth Elder's unconventional teaching methods during their journey.
• The Fifth Elder shows concern for Lu Yang's well-being but also demonstrates his disregard for their comfort during travel.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lu Yang, Li Haoran, and Qin Yanyan wake up in the Come Again Barbecue Shop, transported there by Fifth Elder using the Sleeve Universe technique.
• Fifth Elder explains he brought them to reopen the shop, having researched its history and Lu Yang's past missions.
• The shop is cleaned using Fifth Elder's Dust Cleansing Curse.
• Lu Yang prepares the barbecue sauce and goes to buy ingredients, drawing a crowd excited about the shop's reopening.

Character Developments

• Fifth Elder demonstrates his power and knowledge, revealing he's well-prepared and cares about the shop's reopening.
• Lu Yang shows his eagerness to restart the business, facing the public's excitement and curiosity.
• Meng Jingzhou reveals he has a unique Pure Yang True Fire, hinting at his double Single Spirit Root.

Significant Themes

• The power of Fifth Elder and his interest in refining new magic treasures.
• The public's affection for the Come Again Barbecue Shop and their anticipation for its reopening.
• The theme of family and heritage, as Lu Yang returns to his childhood memory and the shop's history.

Character Interactions

• Fifth Elder guides and supports Lu Yang and the others, showing his experience and wisdom.
• Lu Yang and Meng Jingzhou work together, with Meng Jingzhou revealing his unique Pure Yang True Fire.
• The public interacts with Lu Yang, expressing their excitement and eagerness for the shop's reopening.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Fifth Elder arrives in Yanjiang Commandery to study Lu Yang and Meng Jingzhou's True Fires to create stable fire seeds for their automatic barbecue grill.
• Three Spirit Transformation Stage cultivators, including Shi Huagu, the Deputy Cult Master of the Nine Nether Cult, arrive in Yanjiang Commandery to investigate the Heavenly Court Cult.
• Shi Huagu tasks his subordinates, Huo Huashen and Zhou Shan, to investigate the Come Again Barbecue Shop, which they find has no apparent suspicious points.

Character Developments

• Fifth Elder shows expertise in True Fire manipulation, aiming to stabilize Lu Yang and Meng Jingzhou's True Fires.
• Shi Huagu demonstrates strategic thinking and caution in his approach to investigating the Heavenly Court Cult.
• Huo Huashen and Zhou Shan display loyalty and competence in carrying out Shi Huagu's orders.

Significant Themes

• The power and versatility of True Fire, with Pure Yang True Fire being particularly notable.
• The importance of discretion and caution in dealing with unknown entities, as shown by Shi Huagu's approach to the Heavenly Court Cult.
• The potential for cooperation and alliance between different factions, hinted at by Shi Huagu's authority to make agreements on behalf of the Nine Nether Cult Master.

Character Interactions

• Fifth Elder interacts with Lu Yang and Meng Jingzhou, showing interest in their True Fires and offering to help stabilize them.
• Shi Huagu, Huo Huashen, and Zhou Shan work together, with Shi Huagu giving orders and the others carrying them out, demonstrating a hierarchical structure within the Nine Nether Cult.
• Huo Huashen and Zhou Shan engage in casual conversation, revealing historical insights and strengthening their bond as colleagues.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shi Huagu, a high-ranking member of the Nine Nether Cult, visits the barbecue shop thrice, each time facing obstacles and having to queue like everyone else.
• The shop is incredibly popular, with people queuing for days to eat there.
• Shi Huagu and his companions are stopped by Qin Yanyan, the reincarnation of the former Nine Nether Cult Cult Master, Qin Haoran.
• They wait in line for two days but are unable to eat due to the shop closing early.
• On the third day, they arrive early and finally get to order, but only three pounds of Lamb Skewers.

Character Developments

• Shi Huagu: Realizes the power and influence of the Heavenly Court Cult and decides not to provoke them.
• Qin Yanyan: Shows her determination to maintain order and fairness, even to powerful cultivators.
• Lu Yang: Becomes more cautious about his friends and their backgrounds, as advised by Chief Constable Wei.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics between different cultivator sects and their influence on daily life.
• The importance of fairness and equality, even when dealing with powerful individuals.
• The consequences of making friends without proper judgment.

Character Interactions

• Shi Huagu and Qin Yanyan: Qin Yanyan stops Shi Huagu and his companions from cutting in line, showing her authority and fairness.
• Lu Yang and Chief Constable Wei: They discuss the barbecue shop's success and the possibility of criminals coming to the shop.
• Shi Huagu and his companions: They discuss the Heavenly Court Cult's influence and decide to wait in line rather than provoke them.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shi Huagu, a Body Integration Stage cultivator from the Nine Nether Cult, visits the Heavenly Court Cult's barbecue restaurant three times before finally getting in.
• He orders ten kidney skewers, known for their aphrodisiac effects, showing his high tolerance to such substances.
• After eating, Shi Huagu confronts the Heavenly Court Cult representatives, including Lu Yang, the personal disciple of Bean Heavenly Venerate.
• Lu Yang reveals that the Fifth Elder, Treasure Heavenly King, is one of the nine Protectors of the Heavenly Court Cult.
• Lu Yang shares that the Heavenly Court Cult is looking for information about the Immortals and the changes that occurred in the world during their long sleep.

Character Developments

• Shi Huagu: Shows his high cultivation level by consuming large amounts of aphrodisiac skewers without apparent effect. Reveals his shock and awe at learning about Lu Yang's status as Bean Heavenly Venerate's personal disciple.
• Lu Yang: Displays knowledge of ancient events and reveals his connection to Bean Heavenly Venerate, showing his high status and the respect he commands.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics between the Nine Nether Cult and the Heavenly Court Cult.
• The vast differences in knowledge and experience between the ancient cultivators and the current ones.
• The search for information about the Immortals and the changes that occurred during the Heavenly Court Cult's long sleep.

Character Interactions

• Shi Huagu and Lu Yang: Initially hostile, their interaction becomes more respectful once Lu Yang reveals his status as Bean Heavenly Venerate's personal disciple.
• Lu Yang and the Fifth Elder: They show mutual respect and understanding, with Lu Yang defending the Fifth Elder's achievements and the Fifth Elder acknowledging Lu Yang's status.
• Shi Huagu and Zhou Shan: They work together to gather information, with Zhou Shan asking about ancient cultivators who used Word is Law.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shi Huagu possesses a secret method to discern truth from lies, with about 90% accuracy, but it's energy-intensive and not constantly maintainable.
• Lu Yang, a deputy cult master from the Heavenly Court Cult, arrives to cooperate with the Nine Nether Cult.
• Lu Yang reveals that his master, Bean Heavenly Venerate, defeated two young Immortals single-handedly during the Golden Core Stage.
• Zhou Shan asks about the final battle between the Dragon Race and the Phoenix Clan, which Lu Yang reveals was instigated by an Immortal Fruit sent by his master, causing a True Flame duel that injured three Immortals.

Character Developments

• Shi Huagu: Impressed by Lu Yang's revelations, becomes wary of potential enmity with Lu Yang's master.
• Lu Yang: Proves his credibility by revealing ancient secrets, establishes his master's prowess.
• Zhou Shan: Realizes Lu Yang's ancient origins, becomes cautious.

Significant Themes

• The power and influence of Bean Heavenly Venerate and his master.
• The ancient secrets and battles between Immortals and Demonic Beasts.
• The importance of truth and lies in negotiations and alliances.

Character Interactions

• Shi Huagu and Lu Yang: Shi Huagu tests Lu Yang's honesty using its secret method, Lu Yang passes and reveals ancient secrets to impress Shi Huagu.
• Zhou Shan and Lu Yang: Zhou Shan tests Lu Yang's knowledge of ancient battles, Lu Yang reveals more secrets, impressing Zhou Shan.
• Lu Yang and the Immortal Fairy (in mental space): Lu Yang flatters the Immortal Fairy, who agrees with his assessment of her wisdom.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shi Huagu, representing the Nine Nether Cult, meets with Lu Yang of the Heavenly Court Cult to discuss cooperation.
• Lu Yang reveals that the Heavenly Court Cult wants to restore ancient glory and make Nine Nether reappear in the world.
• Lu Yang advises Shi Huagu to be patient, ally with other powers, and focus on cultivator development before the Great Era Conflict.

Character Developments

• Shi Huagu: Realizes the importance of patience and long-term planning, understands the Heavenly Court Cult's vision.
• Lu Yang: Demonstrates profound knowledge of history and strategy, proving his worth as the Heavenly Court Cult's top student.

Significant Themes

• Patience and long-term planning vs. impulsiveness.
• The importance of understanding historical context and timing.
• The value of alliances and cooperation in achieving goals.

Character Interactions

• Shi Huagu and Lu Yang: Shi Huagu is impressed by Lu Yang's wisdom and insights, leading to a deeper understanding and respect between them.
• Lu Yang and the Heavenly Court Cult: Lu Yang acts as a representative of the Heavenly Court Cult, showcasing their strategic thinking and long-term vision.
• The Nine Nether Cult and the Heavenly Court Cult: The two cults discuss potential cooperation, with the Heavenly Court Cult offering guidance and advice to the Nine Nether Cult.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shi Huagu, the Cult Master of the Nine Nether Cult, visits the Heavenly Court Cult's Barbecue Shop and is impressed by its profitability.
• Lu Yang, the Young Cult Master, reveals that the Heavenly Court Cult's Cult Master is at the Tribulation Crossing Stage and has fought evenly with Yun Zhi of the Dao Seeking Sect.
• Lu Yang shows Shi Huagu the automatic barbecue grill and the Automatic Skewer Formation, which are key to the Barbecue Shop's success.
• Lu Yang offers to provide the Nine Nether Cult with the barbecue seasoning recipe, Automatic Skewer Formation deployment method, automatic barbecue grills, and kindling, in exchange for sixty percent of the profits.

Character Developments

• Shi Huagu: Realizes the potential of the Barbecue Shop business and is eager to promote it across the Central Continent to repay his debt.
• Lu Yang: Shows maturity and shrewdness in negotiating with Shi Huagu, securing a sixty percent profit share for the Heavenly Court Cult.

Significant Themes

• The allure of wealth and power, as seen through Shi Huagu's eagerness to promote the Barbecue Shop business.
• The importance of strategic alliances, as demonstrated by Lu Yang's willingness to help the Nine Nether Cult despite potential backlash from his superiors.

Character Interactions

• Lu Yang and Shi Huagu: Engage in a profitable negotiation, with Lu Yang securing a favorable deal for the Heavenly Court Cult.
• Lu Yang and the Fifth Elder: Have a brief conflict over revealing the Heavenly Court Cult's secrets to Shi Huagu, but Lu Yang ultimately convinces the Fifth Elder to accept his decision.