Ch. 101Eternal Interests

Key Plot Points and Events

  • After the Totem Giant Spirit's demise, 'Rune Seeds' are formed, and various Star Lord students and their retainers rush to collect them.
  • The 'Root of the Spirit Vein' appears, and Star Lord students form alliances to secure them.
  • Liang Ji's group forms an alliance with She Yuanjie, Heidi, Du Feng, and Huang Feiyu to monopolize the 'Root of the Spirit Vein' in their area.
  • They encircle and blockade other Star Lord students and demand the handover of collected 'Root of the Spirit Vein'.

Character Developments

  • Liang Ji demonstrates strategic thinking by joining the alliance to secure more 'Root of the Spirit Vein' for his city.
  • She Yuanjie shows leadership and tactical prowess in forming and leading the alliance.
  • Other Star Lord students reveal their competitive and opportunistic nature, prioritizing their cities' interests.

Significant Themes

  • Eternal Interests: Alliances are formed and broken based on self-interest and the pursuit of power and resources.
  • Competition and Cooperation: Characters cooperate when it suits their interests but are quick to compete when opportunities arise.
  • Strategic Thinking: Characters use strategic planning and tactics to gain advantages in competitive situations.

Character Interactions

  • Liang Ji and She Yuanjie form an alliance, recognizing each other's strength and potential benefits.
  • Other Star Lord students and their retainers interact competitively, with alliances shifting based on immediate advantages.
  • Liang Ji's Half-Dragonfolk retainers cooperate with other city's retainers to maintain the encirclement and blockade.

Ch. 102The “Root of the Spirit Vein” in Hand

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Liang Ji and his allies attack the encircled Star Lord students and their Retainers.
  • The Star Lord students attempt to break out by targeting Liang Ji's and Peng Yue's Retainers.
  • Liang Ji's Half-Dragonfolk Retainers defend with the 'Mountain Linking Shield' skill.
  • The Star Lord students' Retainers suffer heavy casualties and eventually surrender.
  • Liang Ji's group finds ten 'Root of the Spirit Vein', distributing two each to five cities.
  • Liang Ji also receives two 'Rune Seeds' and a 'Totem Image'.

Character Developments

  • Liang Ji demonstrates strategic thinking and combat leadership.
  • Peng Yue shows understanding and fairness in sharing resources.
  • Star Lord students display desperation and eventual surrender.

Significant Themes

  • Power Dynamics: The battle showcases the shifting power dynamics among the students and their Retainers.
  • Resource Allocation: The distribution of the 'Root of the Spirit Vein' and 'Rune Seeds' highlights the importance of resources and their fair division.
  • Loyalty and Alliance: Liang Ji and Peng Yue's alliance and mutual respect are emphasized.

Character Interactions

  • Liang Ji and She Yuanjie work together to lead the attack.
  • Liang Ji and Peng Yue cooperate in battle and share resources fairly.
  • Star Lord students interact with Liang Ji's group, initially attempting to break out, then surrendering.

Ch. 103Breaking Into the Top Ten

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Star Lord students, after obtaining the 'Root of the Spirit Vein', are about to be released.
  • Du Feng suggests taking their 'Rune Seeds', but She Yuanjie and others advise against it.
  • Star Lord students scatter, but may regroup later.
  • She Yuanjie invites Liang Ji and Peng Yue to act together for safety.
  • They encounter lurking Star Lord students who disperse upon seeing their alliance.
  • Liang Ji's ranking soars to ninth place on the Third Mock Exam leaderboard.

Character Developments

  • Liang Ji: Becomes more cautious and strategic, considering alliance offers.
  • She Yuanjie: Shows leadership, wisdom, and concern for his academy's reputation.
  • Du Feng: Reveals greed and lack of foresight, underestimating potential retaliation.
  • Peng Yue: Reveals he has a direct recruitment invitation from Penglai Academy, hinting at his strength.

Significant Themes

  • Alliances and Rivalries: Temporary alliances form and dissolve based on mutual benefit and shared enemies.
  • Resource Acquisition: The 'Root of the Spirit Vein' and 'Rune Seeds' drive competition and conflict.
  • Reputation and Honor: She Yuanjie values the honor of Heavenly Snake Academy, influencing his actions.

Character Interactions

  • Liang Ji and She Yuanjie: They form an alliance, with She Yuanjie inviting Liang Ji to join Heavenly Snake Academy.
  • Liang Ji and Peng Yue: They discuss their plans and act together for safety.
  • Star Lord Students: They interact with hostility and caution, with some planning retaliation.

Ch. 104Direct Recruitment by Penglai Academy

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Liang Ji's impressive performance in the Third Mock Exam (9th place) draws significant attention across the Sky Snake Star.
  • Xiushe City celebrates Liang Ji's achievement, with officials visiting his family and offering job opportunities to his parents.
  • Xiushe City's overall ranking improves to 12th, its best result in decades, though it falls short of the top ten.
  • After the exam, recruitment teachers from academies and schools approach Director Zhang and other city education bureau directors to offer direct admission slots to outstanding students.

Character Developments

  • Liang Ji's parents are surprised and overwhelmed by the attention and recognition their son receives.
  • Liang Ji remains unaware of the commotion and is focused on his academic progress.
  • Director Zhang handles the attention and offers from recruitment teachers with ease and satisfaction.

Significant Themes

  • Recognition and reward for academic excellence.
  • The impact of individual success on one's family and community.
  • Competition and ranking in the education system.

Character Interactions

  • Liang Ji's parents interact with officials, expressing shock and gratitude.
  • Director Zhang interacts with recruitment teachers, handling offers for Liang Ji and Peng Yue.
  • Liang Ji's classmates and teachers congratulate him on his achievement.

Ch. 105Continuous Offers of Recruitment

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Liang Ji, a Star Lord student, returns home after a successful expedition led by 'Chi the Seventeenth', with only 3,400 warriors returning out of 50,000.
  • Liang Ji refines and plants a 'Root of the Spirit Vein' into his Natal Star, enhancing its Spirit Vein and increasing the power of his Natal Star and retainers.
  • Liang Ji's homeroom teacher, Du, brings Vice Principal Heidi of Heavenly Snake Academy to recruit Liang Ji, offering 15 'Roots of the Spirit Vein' and extensive resources if he joins their academy.
  • Liang Ji is also visited by Director Zhang from the Municipal Education Bureau, who introduces Director Guo from Penglai Academy.

Character Developments

  • Liang Ji demonstrates strategic thinking and ambition, aiming to catch up to top Star Lord students before the college entrance examination.
  • Liang Ji shows respect and courtesy towards his teacher and the visiting dignitaries.
  • Vice Principal Heidi displays determination and resourcefulness in recruiting Liang Ji, offering substantial incentives.

Significant Themes

  • The importance of resources and support for the growth and advancement of Star Lord students and their Natal Stars.
  • The competition and opportunities within the education system, from Academies to Star Palaces.
  • The influence and power dynamics of different educational institutions within the Star Alliance.

Character Interactions

  • Liang Ji interacts with his homeroom teacher, Du, who shows concern and support for Liang Ji's future.
  • Liang Ji meets Vice Principal Heidi, who attempts to recruit him to Heavenly Snake Academy with attractive offers.
  • Liang Ji is visited by Director Zhang and Director Guo, representing Penglai Academy, indicating interest in recruiting him as well.

Ch. 106Another Option

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Representatives from Penglai Academy, like those from Heavenly Snake Academy, visit Liang Ji to recruit him, offering similar benefits: 15 'Root of the Spirit Veins' before the college entrance exam, support for cultivating his Natal Star and Retainers, and aiming for a better ranking.
  • Liang Ji is left to choose between the two academies, each with its advantages, depending on his own abilities and aspirations.
  • Liang Ji realizes he hasn't attracted the attention of any Star Palaces yet and worries about his chances of getting into one without the offered resources.
  • Director Zhang from the Municipal Education Bureau meets with the Mayor to discuss Liang Ji's potential and requests help to improve his chances of entering a Star Palace.

Character Developments

  • Liang Ji becomes more aware of his current standing and the challenges he faces in aiming for a Star Palace.
  • Director Zhang shows concern for Liang Ji's future and advocates for him to the Mayor.

Significant Themes

  • Choice and Ambition: Liang Ji must choose between two academies based on his ambition and self-evaluation.
  • Resources and Opportunities: The academies offer resources to help Liang Ji cultivate, but he also needs to consider the opportunities each offers for further growth.
  • Potential vs. Reality: Liang Ji grapples with his potential and the reality of his current situation, questioning his chances of entering a Star Palace.

Character Interactions

  • Liang Ji interacts with representatives from Penglai Academy, further considering his options.
  • Director Zhang interacts with the Mayor, advocating for Liang Ji and seeking help to improve his chances of entering a Star Palace.

Ch. 107The City’s Funding

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Liang Ji receives rewards totaling 800,000 Low-grade Spirit Stones for his performance in the Third Mock Exam.
  • He searches for 'Root of the Spirit Vein' on the Star Net but finds no reliable sources.
  • Liang Ji learns about a black market near Xiushe City and plans to visit.
  • Director Zhang summons Liang Ji and other top performers from Xiushe City.
  • The city offers support to the students: time flow acceleration for five students and resources (5 'Root of the Spirit Vein' and 10 first-tier Spotted Demon Snake Demon Cores) for Liang Ji.

Character Developments

  • Liang Ji's newfound wealth allows him to seek more resources for cultivation.
  • Liang Ji demonstrates determination and ambition in his cultivation journey.
  • Director Zhang shows support and understanding towards Liang Ji's unique situation.

Significant Themes

  • The importance of resources and time in cultivation.
  • The city's support for its talented individuals.
  • Liang Ji's perseverance and ambition in the face of challenges.

Character Interactions

  • Liang Ji interacts with other top performers from Xiushe City, though not explicitly shown in this chapter.
  • Liang Ji's conversation with Director Zhang highlights the city's support and Liang Ji's determination.

Ch. 108Go All-Out for the College Entrance Exam

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Liang Ji, with city funding, considers aiming for the Star Alliance's nine Star Palaces via the college entrance examination.
  • With half a month left, he focuses on improving his Natal Star and Retainers for the exam.
  • Liang Ji's family, school, and city support his intense preparation.

Character Developments

  • Liang Ji shows dedication and responsibility in his pursuit of excellence.
  • His parents demonstrate unwavering support for his goals.

Significant Themes

  • Preparation and Dedication: Liang Ji's intense focus on improving himself and his Retainers reflects his commitment to success.
  • Support and Encouragement: Liang Ji's family, school, and city provide him with an optimal environment to prepare for the exam.

Character Interactions

  • Liang Ji interacts with his family, who support and shield him from distractions.
  • He also interacts with his school and city, which provide him with a conducive environment for preparation.

Ch. 109The Education of the Vassals (Special Chapter Dedicated to Alliance Leader 'Romantic Fish in the Rain')

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Liang Ji accelerates the time flow rate of his Natal Star, leading to rapid development and growth of his Half-Dragonfolk retainers.
  • He constructs an academy complex in the mountains north of Dragon Soul Village, incorporating various life-related traditions for optimal living and growth conditions.
  • The academy, named Dragon Soul Academy, is established to provide formal education and knowledge transmission, replacing the previous informal teachings around the 'Heavenly Emperor Temple'.
  • A grand ceremony is held to inaugurate the academy, with chief priest 'Xi XVIII' unveiling the plaque and returning to Dragon Soul Village for another ceremony.
  • Liang Ji initiates a 'Division of Symbols and Village Establishment' ceremony, dividing retainers from Dragon Soul, Dragon Rune, and Dragon Pasture Villages to establish Dragon Plant Village, focusing on Spirit Plant cultivation.

Character Developments

  • Liang Ji demonstrates his commitment to his retainers' growth by investing resources and establishing an academy.
  • 'Xi XVIII', the chief priest, plays a central role in both the academy's inauguration and the village division ceremony, solidifying his position as a spiritual leader.
  • The Half-Dragonfolk retainers show signs of increasing wealth disparity and power struggles, with the emergence of private ownership and class distinctions.

Significant Themes

  • Education and Spiritual Growth: Liang Ji prioritizes education to enhance his retainers' spiritual and soul growth, increasing their chances of awakening and advancement.
  • Religion and Control: Religion is used to maintain control and dominance over the retainers, with education conducted under religious leadership to shape their spirits and souls.
  • Social Development and Conflict: The retainer society experiences increasing wealth disparity and power struggles, which Liang Ji aims to guide and control for his benefit.

Character Interactions

  • Liang Ji interacts with 'Xi XVIII' and other leaders to establish the academy and divide the villages, demonstrating his influence and authority.
  • The Half-Dragonfolk retainers interact competitively, with intense struggles for leadership positions in the newly divided Dragon Plant Village.
  • Liang Ji observes and guides the retainers' development, harnessing the power of conflict and struggle for his own use.

Ch. 110A Note About Bonus Updates

Key Plot Points and Events

  • The book's 24-hour debut subscription count is 921, with a peak of 1082.
  • The highest subscription count was for the last updated chapter (VIP Chapter 5), not the debut.
  • A reader, 'Romantic Fish in the Rain', gifted a reward to become an Alliance Leader upon the book's sale.
  • The author promises extra chapters based on subscription milestones and Alliance Leader gifts.

Character Developments

  • The author expresses confusion and gratitude towards readers for their support and unusual subscription patterns.

Significant Themes

  • Reader engagement and support.
  • Author-reader interaction and communication.
  • Gratitude and appreciation for readers.

Character Interactions

  • The author interacts with readers through the chapter, expressing confusion, gratitude, and plans for extra chapters.
  • 'Romantic Fish in the Rain' is highlighted as a significant reader who gifted an Alliance Leader reward.

Ch. 111Resources Fully Maxed Out

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Liang Ji focuses on maximizing his Half-Dragonfolk Retainers' combat power for the college entrance exam.
  • He enhances their Hegemonic Body by increasing the number and resources of Cultivation Dharma Lands.
  • Liang Ji spends nearly 200,000 Low-grade Spirit Stones to maximize the effects of these lands.
  • He decides to simplify his Retainers' weapons and combat skills, choosing a giant hammer and the "Ground Shattering Hammer" combat skill.

Character Developments

  • Liang Ji demonstrates strategic planning and resource management, prioritizing his Retainers' combat power.
  • He shows willingness to spend resources to improve his Natal Star and Retainers, understanding that wealth can be earned back.

Significant Themes

  • The importance of resource allocation and investment for growth and improvement.
  • The balance between quantity (number of Retainers) and quality (combat power) in achieving success.
  • The role of adaptability in combat, as seen in Liang Ji's decision to simplify weapons and skills.

Character Interactions

  • Liang Ji consults with the school and Director Zhang to make informed decisions about his Retainers' combat skills.
  • He interacts with the market and the official website of the "Treasure Gathering Basin" to purchase resources and combat skill inheritances.

Ch. 112The Principal's Sponsorship

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Liang Ji expands the 'Arena' to four locations for Half-Dragonfolk warriors to train and gain combat experience.
  • He focuses on improving Rune Equipment and weapons through better materials, manufacturing methods, and runes.
  • Liang Ji plants Spirit Gold ore seeds in his Natal Star to produce various types of Spirit Gold for forging weapons.
  • The principal subsidizes Liang Ji with a special 'Alloy Material' recipe to enhance weapon attributes.
  • Liang Ji's Retainers experiment with different attribute damages in weapons, settling on poison-fire and poison-ice combinations.

Character Developments

  • Liang Ji demonstrates strategic thinking and resourcefulness in improving his Retainer Half-Dragonfolk's combat capabilities.
  • The principal shows support and mentorship towards Liang Ji, aiming to help him excel in the college entrance examination.

Significant Themes

  • The importance of diligent practice and continuous improvement in cultivation and combat skills.
  • The role of resources and strategic planning in enhancing one's power and capabilities.
  • The potential dangers of advanced technology and weaponry, as hinted by the principal's story about the self-destructed planet.

Character Interactions

  • Liang Ji interacts with the principal, receiving his support and guidance.
  • Liang Ji communicates with his Retainer Half-Dragonfolk, delegating tasks and overseeing their progress in weapon development.
  • The principal shows favoritism towards Peng Yue, another student, due to their shared interest in the 'Nine-tailed Snake' inheritance.

Ch. 113Little Sacred Heart Pill

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Liang Ji seeks to further improve his Half-Dragonfolk retainers' combat power using elixirs.
  • He obtains the recipe for 'Lesser Sacred Heart Pill' from the Alchemist Association through his homeroom teacher, Du.
  • The pill absorbs and stores the warrior's bloodline and blood energy, acting as an extra 'heart' for battle.
  • Liang Ji spends nearly 30,000 low-grade Spirit Stones for the two most precious materials, 'Crimson Gold Wutong' and 'Phoenix' Spirit Seed.
  • He spends nearly 100,000 low-grade Spirit Stones for the materials to refine the 'Lesser Sacred Heart Pill'.
  • Liang Ji's 800,000 low-grade Spirit Stones reward is nearly depleted due to these expenses and maintaining the balance of his Natal Star.

Character Developments

  • Liang Ji demonstrates his determination and resourcefulness in improving his retainers' combat power.
  • Teacher Du shows support and assistance to Liang Ji.

Significant Themes

  • The importance of elixirs and resources in enhancing combat power.
  • The balance and cycle of elements within a Natal Star.
  • The continuous growth and development of a Natal Star and its inhabitants.

Character Interactions

  • Liang Ji interacts with his homeroom teacher, Du, who helps him obtain the 'Lesser Sacred Heart Pill' recipe.
  • Liang Ji interacts with his retainers, who benefit from the new elixir and the continuous growth of their Natal Star.

Ch. 114Target: The Star Palace

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Liang Ji's Natal Star and Retainers grow rapidly, reaching 1% and 2% respectively.
  • Liang Ji completes the internal organ refining stage and begins marrow cleansing and blood renewal.
  • Liang Ji meets Peng Yue to receive Rune Seeds extracted from a totem statue, paying 2000 Spirit Stones in total.
  • Liang Ji and Peng Yue discuss their targets for the college entrance examination, with Peng Yue aiming for Wanxiang Star Palace and Liang Ji undecided but considering Taiyi or Ku Hai Star Palace.

Character Developments

  • Liang Ji's cultivation progresses swiftly, reaching the marrow cleansing and blood renewal stage.
  • Peng Yue shows concern for Liang Ji's cultivation, warning him not to rush refining Rune Seeds.
  • Both Liang Ji and Peng Yue display determination to succeed in the college entrance examination.

Significant Themes

  • Cultivation and Growth: Liang Ji's rapid progress in cultivation and the growth of his Natal Star and Retainers.
  • Preparation and Determination: Both Liang Ji and Peng Yue show dedication and hard work in preparing for the college entrance examination.
  • Connections and Resources: Peng Yue's help in extracting Rune Seeds highlights the importance of connections and resources in cultivation.

Character Interactions

  • Liang Ji and Peng Yue meet to exchange Rune Seeds and discuss their plans for the college entrance examination.
  • Liang Ji and Peng Yue express their determination to succeed in the examination and not let down the city's support.
  • Liang Ji and Peng Yue share information about their cultivation plans and Star Palace targets.

Ch. 115Marrow Cleansing and Blood Replacement (Bonus chapter for Alliance Leader 'Romantic Fish in the Rain')

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Liang Ji completes refining the twelfth First-Rank Spotted Demon Snake's Demon Core, increasing his Natal Star's Spirit Vein strength to 53%.
  • He successfully undergoes his first transformation of marrow cleansing and blood renewal, achieving Nine-Rank Body Refining (Marrow Cleansing and Blood Renewal 10%).
  • Liang Ji observes Retainer Half-Dragonfolk warriors dueling in the 'Arena' and notes the social changes and struggles within Dragon Soul Village.
  • The fourth 'division and village establishment' occurs, leading to the formation of Longjiang Village.

Character Developments

  • Liang Ji's Natal Star's Spirit Vein strength and Dao Fruit origin increase, allowing him to improve his Retainer Half-Dragonfolk's physique, abilities, and equipment.
  • Liang Ji understands the differences between the Human Immortal Orthodox and Star Lord Orthodox in marrow cleansing and blood renewal.
  • Liang Ji observes and acknowledges the complex changes and struggles within his Retainer Half-Dragonfolk society.

Significant Themes

  • The enhancement of physical qualities and bloodline power through marrow cleansing and blood renewal.
  • The differences between the Human Immortal Orthodox and Star Lord Orthodox cultivation methods.
  • The complex social changes and struggles within the Retainer society, and Liang Ji's role in guiding and controlling these changes.

Character Interactions

  • Liang Ji interacts with his Retainer Half-Dragonfolk through his consciousness, observing their duels and social dynamics.
  • Liang Ji decides to return home on the eve of the college entrance examination after completing his preparations.

Ch. 116Thanks to Alliance Leader 'Furuixin Digital Flagship Store' for the generous reward!

Key Plot Points and Events

  • The author receives rewards from two alliance leaders (Furuixin Digital Flagship Store and Romantic Fish in the Rain) for bonus chapters.
  • The author expresses excitement and gratitude for the support, indicating that the story's popularity is growing.

Character Developments

  • The author: Shows enthusiasm and appreciation for the readers' support, hinting at their dedication and commitment to the story.

Significant Themes

  • Gratitude and appreciation for readers' support.
  • The author's dedication to the story and its growth.

Character Interactions

  • The author interacts with alliance leaders (Furuixin Digital Flagship Store and Romantic Fish in the Rain) through rewards and messages, showcasing a positive relationship with readers and supporters.

Ch. 117College Entrance Exams: A Stage for the Strong

Key Plot Points and Events

  • The Gaokao, a grand event in the Star Alliance, begins with students taking the exam at the Municipal Education Bureau, while the Star Alliance activates the Celestial Star Array Diagram to oversee the exam.
  • Liang Ji takes the Gaokao with his Retainer Half-Dragonfolk warriors, sending 200,000 of them into the exam grounds.
  • The Gaokao consists of ten trials, with the first five being internal assessments for Sky Snake Star. The first trial involves clearing 50 fifty-zhang-sized Spotted Demon Snakes.

Character Developments

  • Liang Ji demonstrates strategic planning and resource management, investing heavily in his Retainer Half-Dragonfolk's growth for the Gaokao.
  • The Retainer Half-Dragonfolk show significant improvement in combat power, efficiently defeating the Spotted Demon Snakes in the first trial.

Significant Themes

  • The Gaokao serves as a stage for the strong, with the Star Alliance's education system emphasizing respect for the powerful.
  • The exam is designed to select and showcase the strongest among the Star Alliance's students, not catering to the weak.

Character Interactions

  • Liang Ji interacts with his Retainer Half-Dragonfolk team, leading them into the Gaokao and strategizing their approach to the trials.
  • The Half-Dragonfolk warriors work together, demonstrating teamwork and tactical coordination in the first trial.

Ch. 118Breaking Out of Heavenly Serpent Star

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Liang Ji's team easily passes the first stage, 'Star Gate', and enters the second stage.
  • In the second stage, they face 100 Spotted Demon Snakes and 100 Sea Pythons, each 50 zhang in size.
  • Liang Ji's team swiftly defeats the demons using 'Whirlwind Flying Spear' attacks, passing the stage.
  • They proceed to the third stage with increased demon numbers and the addition of Feathered Snakes.
  • In the fourth stage, they face demon snakes in land, sea, air, and fire, with volcanic eruptions.
  • The team enters the fifth and final stage, facing all types of demon snakes and natural disasters simultaneously.
  • Liang Ji's team successfully breaks out of Sky Snake Star, passing all five stages.

Character Developments

  • Liang Ji's team demonstrates their strength and efficiency in combat, showcasing their growth since the Third Mock Exam.
  • Liang Ji himself becomes more confident and decisive, choosing to continue with the subsequent assessments.

Significant Themes

  • The theme of perseverance and overcoming challenges is evident as Liang Ji's team progresses through increasingly difficult stages.
  • The power of numbers and teamwork is highlighted, as the sheer number of warriors allows them to swiftly defeat their enemies.

Character Interactions

  • Liang Ji interacts with the director of the Sky Snake Star Education Bureau, who congratulates him on passing all stages and offers him the chance to continue with the assessments.
  • Liang Ji's team works together, with the warrior leader, Chi Twenty-Fourth, dispatching warriors to deal with specific threats in each stage.

Ch. 119Crossing the Rainbow Bridge, Ascending the Starcloud

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Liang Ji ranks fourth in the college entrance examination for Sky Snake Star.
  • He steps onto a rainbow bridge made of starlight, ascending to the Star Domain assessment, marking a significant life divide.
  • The sixth stage of the exam, 'Penglai Star Domain', begins. Liang Ji's Retainer, the Half-Dragonfolk warrior, enters a desolate, airless star within a Black Hole field.

Character Developments

  • Liang Ji gains a deeper understanding of the stratification within the Star Alliance and the principle of respect for the strong.
  • He becomes more determined to reach the highest peak in the college entrance examination.

Significant Themes

  • Stratification and the divide between strong and weak individuals.
  • The respect for the strong and the principle of survival of the fittest.
  • The distinction between those who can 'step on the rainbow bridge and ascend the nebula' and those who cannot.

Character Interactions

  • Liang Ji interacts with the director of the Sky Snake Star Education Bureau, who guides him onto the rainbow bridge.
  • Liang Ji compares his Retainer's development with Peng Yue's Retainer, understanding that Peng Yue's strength has likely surpassed his.

Ch. 120The Penglai Star Domain Examination

Key Plot Points and Events

  • The assessment takes place in the Void Star Sea's Black Hole Field, where cultivators' strength is significantly weakened.
  • Liang Ji's Retainer warriors face one thousand Scaled Horned Rhinoceroses, requiring them to activate their Bloodline Divine Abilities and use battle equipment.
  • The warriors successfully defeat the rhinoceroses after a quarter of an hour, then proceed to the next stage with their transformations maintained.

Character Developments

  • Liang Ji demonstrates strategic thinking and patience in facing the challenging environment and enemies.
  • The Retainer Half-Dragonfolk warriors show improved combat skills and teamwork, efficiently defeating the rhinoceroses.

Significant Themes

  • The importance of adaptability and strategic thinking in facing challenging situations.
  • The value of teamwork and coordination in battle.
  • The enhancement of physical prowess and combat skills through training and experience.

Character Interactions

  • Liang Ji issues commands and strategies, while Chi Twenty-Fourth leads the warriors in executing them.
  • The Retainer warriors work together, with different squads taking on specific roles in the battle against the rhinoceroses.
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