Chapter Summaries

Summary

Plot Points and Events

• Lu Yuan discusses his future plans with his teacher, Shangqing Tongtian Cult Master.
• Tongtian Cult Master expresses his hopes for Lu Yuan to prove the Hunyuan Saintly Dao and surpass his other disciples.
• Lu Yuan requests to relinquish his position overseeing Biyou Palace's sect rules and discipline, which Tongtian Cult Master agrees to, entrusting it to Lu Yuan's senior brother, Duobao.

Character Developments

• Lu Yuan shows responsibility and consideration for the Intercepting Sect's future, but also expresses regret and unease about his decision.
• Shangqing Tongtian Cult Master reveals his high expectations for Lu Yuan and his pride in the Intercepting Sect's Dao lineage.
• Duobao is portrayed as benevolent and kind, but potentially too lenient for the role of maintaining sect discipline.

Significant Themes

• The importance of strict discipline and rules in maintaining the integrity of a sect.
• The pride and ambition of Saints, even after achieving great cultivation.
• The potential consequences of ignoring or forgetting important matters, hinting at a larger conspiracy.

Character Interactions

• Lu Yuan and Shangqing Tongtian Cult Master discuss Lu Yuan's future plans and the Sect's destiny.
• Lu Yuan expresses regret and unease about his decision to relinquish his position, hinting at a potential problem with Duobao's suitability for the role.
• Lu Yuan's thoughts reveal a deeper fear and understanding of the powers that might be manipulating him, suggesting a larger conflict or conspiracy.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Demonic beings sense Lu Yuan's potential and attempt to eliminate him.
• Shangqing Tongtian Cult Master intervenes, annihilating the demonic attacks.
• Lu Yuan's Profound Yellow Great Dao imprint stabilizes and merges with the supreme Dao.
• Lu Yuan's Dao Flower blooms to twelve petals, passing the Dao Transformation Tribulation.
• Lu Yuan enters the River of Destiny to face the Transcension Tribulation.
• Lu Yuan struggles against the river's pressure and karma shackles.
• Lu Yuan's past karma with the Human Race helps him overcome the tribulation.
• Lu Yuan breaks free from the River of Destiny, establishing his Dao.
• Lu Yuan's new title, Qingxuan Daojun, resonates across the Great Desolation world.

Character Developments

• Lu Yuan demonstrates his potential and resilience, overcoming the Transcension Tribulation.
• Shangqing Tongtian Cult Master shows his power and protection of Lu Yuan.
• Demonic beings reveal their malicious intentions and fear of Lu Yuan's potential.

Significant Themes

• The struggle for destiny and the power of karma.
• The protection and guidance of a mentor (Shangqing Tongtian Cult Master).
• The importance of past actions and karma in shaping one's future.

Character Interactions

• Lu Yuan and Shangqing Tongtian Cult Master: The latter protects and guides the former.
• Lu Yuan and Demonic Beings: The former faces the malicious intentions of the latter.
• Lu Yuan and the Human Race: Their past karma helps Lu Yuan overcome the Transcension Tribulation.

Summary

Plot Points and Events

• Duobao, now Daoist Duobao, meets Laozi on a barren hill.
• Laozi reveals Duobao's true origin, the Heavenly Devil Tower, and its demonic nature.
• Laozi advises Duobao to enter the Buddhist Sect to resolve his demonic karma and become a Buddha.
• Duobao agrees and establishes Mahayana Buddhism on Spirit Mountain, challenging the existing Buddhist Sect.
• The Buddhist Sect's destiny splits, causing chaos and backlash.
• Amitabha Buddha and Patriarch Bodhi offer Duobao the position of 'Present Buddha' to incorporate Mahayana Buddhism.
• Duobao accepts, stabilizing the split destiny and gaining orthodox status.

Character Developments

• Duobao (Daoist Duobao) accepts his true origin and agrees to enter the Buddhist Sect to resolve his demonic karma.
• Laozi manipulates the Heavenly Dao laws to support Duobao's ascension and challenge the Buddhist Sect.
• Amitabha Buddha and Patriarch Bodhi attempt to maintain control over the Buddhist Sect by offering Duobao the position of 'Present Buddha.'

Significant Themes

• The struggle between different interpretations of the Buddhist dharma (Mahayana vs. Hinayana).
• The consequences of revealing heavenly secrets and the backlash from the Buddhist Sect.
• The manipulation of destiny and the Heavenly Dao laws by powerful beings.

Character Interactions

• Laozi and Duobao: Laozi reveals Duobao's true origin and advises him to enter the Buddhist Sect.
• Amitabha Buddha and Patriarch Bodhi: They offer Duobao the position of 'Present Buddha' to maintain control over the Buddhist Sect.
• Duobao and the Buddhist Sect: Duobao challenges the existing Buddhist Sect by establishing Mahayana Buddhism and accepting the position of 'Present Buddha.'

Key Plot Points and Events

• Randeng, the Past Buddha, feels his Buddhist Dao Qi draining rapidly towards Spirit Mountain, indicating Shakyamuni's ascension.
• Randeng decides to abdicate his position, sever his destiny, and enter nirvana to seek transcendence and prove the Hunyuan Saint Dao.
• He attempts to extinguish and enter nirvana, shedding his old shell like a golden cicada.
• As he does so, he severs his karmic ties with the past, causing sorrowful omens and triggering heaven and earth's sorrow.
• However, two indestructible karmic chains remain, one from the Buddhist Sect and one from the Heavenly Origin Sect, preventing his nirvana.

Character Developments

• Randeng realizes he has been a pawn in the Saints' game, leading to a surge of malice, unwillingness, and rage.
• He accepts his tragic future, either being refined by the Buddhist Sect or eternally imprisoned by Yuanshi.

Significant Themes

• The cyclical nature of destiny and karma, with the past nourishing the future (Three Buddhas cycle).
• The manipulation of pawns by Saints for their own purposes.
• The struggle for freedom and transcendence, and the ultimate acceptance of fate.

Character Interactions

• Randeng's karmic ties with the Buddhist Sect (Jieyin and Zhunti) and the Heavenly Origin Sect (Yuanshi) are explored.
• The Saints' wills are felt through their respective karmic chains, revealing their intentions and plans.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Randeng, on the brink of despair, is consumed by a sudden change: his Spirit Coffin Lamp awakens, releasing a wisp of mysterious Dao Qi.
• This Dao Qi, containing the essence of a Hunyuan Limitless Sage's Dao's Fall, causes widespread grief and shock among the Saints and living beings of the Great Desolation.
• Randeng seizes this opportunity, sacrificing his Half-Saint Dao Fruit, Glazed Golden Body, and magical power to refine the Dao Qi and attempt transcendence.

Character Developments

• Randeng: From despair, Randeng finds hope and demonstrates immense courage and determination, willing to risk everything for transcendence.
• Saints: The Saints, initially dismissive of Randeng, are shocked and alarmed by the Dao Qi's appearance and Randeng's actions. They attempt to stop him and claim the Dao Opportunity.

Significant Themes

• Hope and Despair: Randeng's journey from despair to finding hope in the Dao Qi's appearance.
• Sacrifice: Randeng's willingness to sacrifice everything to grasp this opportunity.
• Power Dynamics: The Saints' shock and attempts to control or claim the Dao Opportunity, highlighting their power and ambition.

Character Interactions

• Randeng vs. Saints: Randeng's defiance against the Saints, attempting to seize the Dao Opportunity despite their interference.
• Saints' reactions: The Saints' shock, anger, and desire to control or claim the Dao Opportunity, leading to their united attempt to stop Randeng.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Randeng, after intertwining with a wisp of Dao Qi, triggers a "Nirvana" intent that silences the Great Desolation and dissolves the attacks of the Primordial Heavenly Venerate, Jieyin, and Zhunti.
• Randeng's karma chains and Yuqing Immortal Lock are broken, freeing him from his past restraints.
• Randeng merges into the Great Dao Reincarnation, disappearing from the Great Desolation.
• Duobao achieves nirvana and transforms into Shakyamuni, the Present Buddha of the Buddhist Sect.

Character Developments

• Randeng: Frees himself from his past karma and restraints, merges into the Great Dao Reincarnation.
• Duobao/Shakyamuni: Achieves nirvana, becomes the Present Buddha of the Buddhist Sect.
• Lu Yuan: Realizes the true nature of Randeng's escape and Shakyamuni's transformation, understands the unchangeable trend of the Heavenly Dao.

Significant Themes

• The unchangeable trend of the Heavenly Dao and the power of karma.
• The struggle for freedom and self-determination against external restraints.
• The interconnectedness of all beings and the consequences of one's actions on the greater whole.

Character Interactions

• Randeng and the Saints (Primordial Heavenly Venerate, Jieyin, Zhunti): Randeng's escape and nirvana disrupt the Saints' plans, causing them to intervene and ultimately fail.
• Lu Yuan and Shakyamuni: Lu Yuan understands and accepts Shakyamuni's transformation, praying for his Senior Brother's well-being.
• Lu Yuan and Sect Master Tongtian: Lu Yuan senses his Teacher's resolve, while Sect Master Tongtian accepts the situation and steels himself for the future.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Confucius and other Hundred Schools of Thought achievers manifest their Dao fruits, establishing their respective lineages.
• The Legalist, Chan, manifests his Dao fruit, using law, art, and influence to govern the world.
• Mo Di, the Mohist, achieves Dao, promoting universal love and non-aggression.
• Yuan, of the Agricultural School, manifests his Dao fruit, advocating for agriculture and sericulture.
• Zhuang Zhou, of the Taoist School, achieves Dao, emphasizing freedom and naturalness.
• Guiguzi, of the School of Zongheng, manifests his Dao fruit, using wisdom to control trends and words to stabilize the nation.
• The Hundred Schools of Thought begin to spread their ideologies and influence the mortal world, leading to conflicts and alliances.

Character Developments

• Confucius: Establishes the Confucian School, advocating benevolence, propriety, and rites.
• Chan: Manifests his Legalist Dao, desiring to stabilize the world with iron laws.
• Mo Di: Achieves the Mohist Dao, promoting universal love and non-aggression.
• Yuan: Establishes the Agricultural School, focusing on nurturing and creation.
• Zhuang Zhou: Achieves the Taoist Dao, emphasizing freedom and naturalness.
• Guiguzi: Manifests the School of Zongheng's Dao, using wisdom and adaptability.

Significant Themes

• The struggle for dominance among the Hundred Schools of Thought.
• The influence of ideologies on the mortal world and state governance.
• The conflict between different visions of order and governance.
• The role of wisdom, adaptability, and naturalness in shaping the world.

Character Interactions

• Primordial Heavenly Venerate supports the Legalists.
• Sect Master Tongtian blesses Mohism.
• Lu Yuan protects the Agricultural School.
• The Hundred Schools of Thought achievers spread their ideologies and influence the mortal world, leading to interactions, alliances, and conflicts.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Three Families (Han, Zhao, and Wei) divide the State of Jin, leading to its collapse and the deposition of the Jin Duke.
• The Zhou Son of Heaven is forced to grant titles to the Three Families, acknowledging their power.
• The Tian Clan replaces the Jiang Clan as the rulers of the State of Qi, marking the end of the Jiang Qi dynasty.

Character Developments

• Duke You of Jin is deposed and later dies under mysterious circumstances, marking the end of the Jin ducal house's power.
• Duke Kang of Qi is forced to abdicate and is imprisoned on an island, marking the end of the Jiang Qi dynasty.
• Tian He, the leader of the Tian Clan, seizes power in Qi, fulfilling the prophecy of 'the guest becoming king.'

Significant Themes

• The rise and fall of dynasties, reflecting the cyclical nature of power and the Human Dao.
• The consequences of transgressing against the established order and the backlash of the Human Dao.
• The role of karma and sin in shaping the destiny of states and individuals.

Character Interactions

• The Three Families (Han, Zhao, and Wei) interact with the Zhou Son of Heaven, forcing him to grant them titles and acknowledge their power.
• Tian He interacts with Grand Master Xuandu, receiving his support and guidance in seizing power in Qi.
• Primordial Heavenly Venerate and Sage Taiqing discuss the rise of the Tian Clan and the fall of the Jiang Qi dynasty, reflecting their differing views on order and chaos.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Zhou Dynasty's Mandate of Heaven ends with the death of King Nan, triggering the collapse of the Cheng Zhou Dao Lineage.
• The collapse unleashes a torrent of karma and sinful power accumulated over 360,000 years, causing widespread destruction and calamity.
• Saints and powerful beings from various heavens and realms react to the vacuum in the mortal world's Dao Lineage, aiming to establish their own lineages and gain control over the new epoch.

Character Developments

• The Son of Heaven of Zhou dies, marking the end of the Zhou Dynasty and the Cheng Zhou Dao Lineage.
• Lu Yuan, the protagonist, observes these events and understands that the struggle for the mortal world's Dao Lineage is a path to transcendence and a chance to perfect his Profound Yellow Calamity Fortune Dao Fruit.

Significant Themes

• The cyclical nature of empires and the consequences of accumulated karma and sin.
• The struggle for power and influence among Saints and powerful beings, and their impact on the mortal world.
• The interconnectedness of the mortal world and the heavens, and the influence of the former on the latter.

Character Interactions

• The Primordial Heavenly Venerate chooses not to intervene as the Cheng Zhou Dao Lineage collapses, acknowledging it as the will of heaven.
• Saints and powerful beings from different heavens and realms, such as Sect Master Tongtian, Haotian Shangdi, Zhenyuanzi, and Old Ancestor Minghe, react to the collapse and prepare to contend for the mortal world's new Dao Lineage.
• Lu Yuan observes these events and decides to take advantage of the situation to perfect his own Dao Fruit.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Primordial Heavenly Venerate severs the Heavenly Origin Sect's karmic ties with the Cheng Zhou Dao Lineage using the Yuxu Glazed Tile Lamp, burning away 36,000 years of karma.
• The sect's immortals panic due to the sudden severance of their karmic connections, but Primordial Heavenly Venerate stabilizes them.
• The sect's disciples realize that Primordial Heavenly Venerate views all beings as expendable "straw dogs" in the pursuit of his Dao.
• Primordial Heavenly Venerate reveals that the Human Dao Lineage's setbacks have benefited the Heavenly Origin Sect and prepares his disciples for the coming tribulation.

Character Developments

• Primordial Heavenly Venerate: Demonstrates his power and indifference to the sacrifices made for his Dao, revealing his long-term plans for the Human Dao.
• The Heavenly Origin Sect's immortals: Experience fear, loss, and concern for their own fates, envying Daoist Randeng's escape from karmic entanglements.

Significant Themes

• The pursuit of Dao at any cost, even at the expense of disciples and the mortal world.
• The cyclical nature of karma and its consequences.
• The struggle for power and control between the Heavenly Dao and the Human Dao.

Character Interactions

• Primordial Heavenly Venerate interacts with his disciples, revealing his plans and teaching them about governing the mortal world.
• The disciples express their awe, fear, and envy among themselves, highlighting the power dynamics within the Heavenly Origin Sect.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Primordial Heavenly Venerate sends a clone to deliver a decree to Star Lord Bo Yikao, ordering him to reincarnate into the mortal world to respond to the calamity and uphold the righteous Dao.
• Bo Yikao, son of King Wen, is forced to accept the decree, understanding that he is being used as a pawn to "cleanse" the last trace of karma from the destroyed Cheng Zhou Dao lineage.
• Bo Yikao's divine position is stripped, and he is drawn into reincarnation by Jieyin's immortal light, but not before he secretly sends a message to Laojun's palace.

Character Developments

• Bo Yikao: Initially resigned to his fate, Bo Yikao later shows resolve and defiance, secretly reaching out to Laojun before his reincarnation.
• Primordial Heavenly Venerate: Revealed to be orchestrating events from behind the scenes, using Bo Yikao as a pawn in his grand scheme.

Significant Themes

• The manipulation of fate and karma by the Saints.
• The consequences of defying a Saint's will.
• The destruction of the Cheng Zhou Dao lineage and the suffering of its spirits.

Character Interactions

• Bo Yikao and Primordial Heavenly Venerate's Clone: Their interaction is one of forced obedience and hidden resentment, with Bo Yikao understanding the true purpose behind his reincarnation.
• Bo Yikao and the White Crane Boy: Their conversation reveals Bo Yikao's concerns about the future of the Dou Mansion and his suspicions about the Saints' true intentions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Sage Taiqing (Laozi) observes Bo Yikao's reincarnation and the fall of the Zhou Dynasty.
• Daoist Randeng, reincarnated, senses the turmoil in the mortal world and understands the truth behind the Zhou Dynasty's fate.
• In Profound Yellow Heaven, Sect Master Tongtian and Lu Yuan verify their Daos, while Biyou Palace immortals observe and gain insights.

Character Developments

• Sage Taiqing (Laozi) shows compassion and understanding towards Bo Yikao's fate.
• Daoist Randeng, after reincarnation, gains clarity and understanding about the truth behind the Zhou Dynasty's fall and his own role in it.
• Sect Master Tongtian and Lu Yuan demonstrate their Sage-level Daos, advancing their disciples' understanding.

Significant Themes

• The ruthlessness of Saints and their treatment of all beings as pawns in their grand schemes.
• The cycle of rise and fall, prosperity and decline, in the mortal world and the Dao realm.
• The interconnectedness of all beings and the consequences of actions on the Great Dao.

Character Interactions

• Sage Taiqing (Laozi) and Grand Master Xuandu discuss Bo Yikao's fate and the fall of the Zhou Dynasty.
• Daoist Randeng interacts with the past, understanding the truth behind the Zhou Dynasty's fate and his own role.
• Sect Master Tongtian and Lu Yuan silently verify their Daos, with Biyou Palace immortals observing and gaining insights.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lu Yuan and Sect Master Tongtian discuss the state of Wei's reforms and Yuanshi's intentions.
• Wei Si, reincarnated as Bo Yikao, implements reforms in the State of Wei under the guidance of Li Kui and Zi Xia.
• The State of Wei becomes the hegemon of Zhongxia, and other states emulate its reforms and Legalist policies.

Character Developments

• Lu Yuan demonstrates his insight and strategic thinking, impressing Sect Master Tongtian.
• Wei Si becomes Marquis Wen of Wei and implements reforms, turning the State of Wei into a powerful hegemony.
• Li Kui and Zi Xia spread Legalist and Confucian teachings in the State of Wei, respectively.

Significant Themes

• The struggle for the Human Dao Lineage and the conflict between different teachings.
• The use of power and manipulation to control and influence others, as seen in Yuanshi's schemes and Wei Si's reforms.
• The consequences of harsh governance and the exploitation of the people for the sake of state power.

Character Interactions

• Lu Yuan and Sect Master Tongtian discuss strategies and share insights.
• Wei Si, Li Kui, and Zi Xia work together to implement reforms in the State of Wei.
• The rulers of various states interact with Wei Si, seeking his guidance and support for their own reforms.

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Key Plot Points and Events

• The author has been absent from writing for two days due to personal responsibilities.
• Their child fell ill, requiring them to take time off to care for them and attend a school event, followed by a visit to the doctor.

Character Developments

• The author demonstrates responsibility and dedication as a parent, prioritizing their child's well-being over their writing duties.

Significant Themes

• Responsibility: The author's commitment to their parental duties, putting their child's needs above their own work.
• Time Management: The author struggles to balance their personal life and professional obligations, highlighting the challenge of managing time effectively.

Character Interactions

• The author interacts with their child, showing care and concern for their health and well-being.
• The author also interacts with school staff and medical professionals, indicating a supportive network around them.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The protagonist attends a get-together with friends.
• They spend the day hiking and having fun.
• In the evening, they have dinner and drinks together.
• The protagonist decides to take the day off work.

Character Developments

• The protagonist shows a desire for work-life balance, prioritizing personal time with friends.
• They demonstrate initiative in taking a day off, suggesting independence and self-care.

Significant Themes

• Friendship and Social Connection: The chapter emphasizes the importance of maintaining strong bonds with friends and making time for social activities.
• Work-Life Balance: It highlights the need to balance professional responsibilities with personal life and leisure.

Character Interactions

• The protagonist interacts positively with their friends, engaging in shared activities and enjoying each other's company.
• The decision to take a day off work implies a conversation or communication with an employer or colleague, though not explicitly shown.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The narrator plans to meet up with friends after work, indicating a break from their usual routine.
• No significant events occur in this chapter as it's primarily a setup for the next day.

Character Developments

• The narrator expresses a need for relaxation and social interaction, suggesting they've been busy or stressed.
• No significant character development occurs in this chapter.

Significant Themes

• Balance: The narrator's decision to take a day off implies a need for balance between work and personal life.
• Social Connection: The planned meetup with friends highlights the importance of social connections and support.

Character Interactions

• The narrator interacts with their friends, but the details of this interaction are not provided in this chapter.
• The narrator's colleagues or friends at work are mentioned, but no specific interactions are detailed.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Primordial Heavenly Venerate, Sage Taiqing, Jieyin Daoist, and Zhunti Daoist gather at Jiepai Pass to discuss strategies for breaking the Zhu Xian Sword Formation.
• The four sages exhibit their profound Dao principles, attempting to disintegrate the formation's malevolent energy and influence the minds of the disciples.
• Sect Master Tongtian, observing from within the formation, grows enraged at their attempt to undermine his power and resolve.

Character Developments

• Primordial Heavenly Venerate and Sage Taiqing demonstrate their vast and unyielding Heavenly Dao and Taishang's Non-Action principles.
• Jieyin and Zhunti showcase their Buddhist Light of Nirvana and Transcendence, and Wisdom and Deliverance, respectively, aiming to sway the minds of the Yuxu disciples.
• Sect Master Tongtian's resolve strengthens in the face of the sages' attempts to dismantle his formation and influence his disciples.

Significant Themes

• The clash of Dao principles and ideologies between the four sages and Sect Master Tongtian.
• The struggle for power and influence within the Great Desolation Universe.
• The manipulation of minds and morale in the face of a formidable enemy.

Character Interactions

• Primordial Heavenly Venerate and Sage Taiqing work together to break the formation, despite their differing principles.
• Jieyin and Zhunti collaborate to sway the minds of the Yuxu disciples, aiming to spread their Buddhist influence.
• Sect Master Tongtian defies the sages' attempts to undermine his power and resolve, vowing to maintain his course.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Western religion's teachings enter the Great Dao, causing chaos in the Buddhist heavens.
• A Bodhisattva, seated on Mount Sumeru, contemplates the changes and traces the source of the Dao.
• The Bodhisattva achieves enlightenment, provoking the Great Dao, and transforms the world.
• Yang Yan, a cultivator in the mortal world, opens the Dao, ascends, and becomes a Great Emperor.
• The opening of the Human Dao brings changes to the world of the Great Dao and the path to becoming a sage.

Character Developments

• The Bodhisattva: Gains enlightenment, transforms the world, and influences the destiny of Buddhism.
• Yang Yan: Opens the Human Dao, ascends, and becomes a Great Emperor, marking the first ascension in the mortal world.

Significant Themes

• The changing nature of the Great Dao and the impact of the Western religion's teachings.
• The power of enlightenment and the transformation of the world through understanding and action.
• The relationship between the mortal world and the path to becoming a sage, and the potential changes in the world of the Great Dao.

Character Interactions

• The Bodhisattva interacts with the Great Dao, provoking changes and transformations.
• Yang Yan's ascension and opening of the Human Dao influence Lu Chen, the Great Dao, and other characters.
• The Law King's heir, the Heavenly Emperor, and the Heavenly Prince interact with the opening of the Human Dao, each reacting to the changes in their own way.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wei Si's hegemony and extravagance lead to the suffering of the people in the State of Wei.
• The various states imitate the State of Wei's harsh policies, causing widespread resentment and chaos.
• Wei Si orders the execution of Li Kui and Wu Qi, further destabilizing the State of Wei.
• After Wei Si's death, the State of Wei falls from power and is eventually conquered by the Qin Army.

Character Developments

• Wei Si becomes increasingly numb to the suffering of his people, focusing solely on his own glory and power.
• Primordial Heavenly Venerate grows more confident in his Legalist teachings and their spread across the Human World.
• Lu Yuan and Sect Master Tongtian observe the worsening situation in the Human World and prepare to intervene.

Significant Themes

• The consequences of harsh rule and the exploitation of the people.
• The resilience of the Human Dao and the backlash against oppressive governance.
• The manipulation of the State of Wei and its people by Primordial Heavenly Venerate for his own gain.

Character Interactions

• Wei Si and his ministers, particularly Li Kui and Wu Qi, as they carry out harsh policies and eventually fall from power.
• Primordial Heavenly Venerate and Lu Yuan/Sect Master Tongtian, as they observe and react to the developments in the Human World.
• The people of the State of Wei and the various states, as they suffer under the Legalists' harsh rule and eventually rise up in rebellion.