Ch. 61The End of Eternal Succession
Key Plot Points and Events
- Meng Yi analyzes the third extraordinary system of the Demon Slayer world and interacts with the King of Wa.
- The King of Wa offers to cooperate with Meng Yi, seeking a longer lifespan, even eternal life.
- Meng Yi presents the King of Wa with a series of cruel tests to prove his resolve, culminating in a choice between defeating a Skeleton Shikigami or killing his last blood relatives.
- The King of Wa chooses to massacre his relatives and is subsequently killed by the Skeleton Shikigami.
- Meng Yi turns the King of Wa into a puppet to rule Fusang.
Character Developments
- Meng Yi: Demonstrates his cruelty and manipulative nature, using the King of Wa's greed to orchestrate his downfall. He shows interest in the Grand Onmyoji's techniques.
- King of Wa: Initially servile and greedy, he becomes increasingly desperate and deranged as he attempts to pass Meng Yi's tests, ultimately leading to his demise.
Significant Themes
- Greed and its consequences: The King of Wa's desire for eternal life leads him to commit atrocities, ultimately resulting in his downfall.
- Manipulation and power dynamics: Meng Yi manipulates the King of Wa to serve his own purposes, highlighting the power imbalance between them.
Character Interactions
- Meng Yi and King of Wa: Their interaction is one of manipulation and control, with Meng Yi using the King of Wa's greed to his advantage.
- King of Wa and his relatives: The King of Wa's relationship with his relatives is one of power and dependency, as he ultimately chooses to kill them to pass Meng Yi's test.