Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Po Tian and his allies consider bringing their friends and family for Tribulation Crossing to increase their chances of obtaining Primordial Chaos Qi, despite knowing many will perish.
• Chi Xue analyzes that either choice will result in losses, but bringing their kin offers initiative and better chances of obtaining Primordial Chaos Qi.
• Po Tian decides to bring their people for Tribulation Crossing.
• Hundreds of thousands of years pass, Ling Tian and Little Devourer approach peak Near-Saint Twentieth Heaven, but Ling Tian shows no signs of breaking through.
• Ling Chou, Chu Ying, and Yu Ying's cultivation realms improve significantly, with Yu Ying nearing Near-Saint Twentieth Heaven.
• Ling Tian and Little Devourer discuss the possibility of Ling Chou and Chu Ying surpassing them, acknowledging their limitations.
• Ling Tian and Little Devourer express hope that the Lord of the Universe will provide more rigorous trials for Ling Chou and Chu Ying.
• Ling Tian notes the long interval since the Lord of the Universe last collected strange energy for him.

Character Developments

• Po Tian: Struggles with the decision to bring his people for Tribulation Crossing but ultimately decides to do so.
• Chi Xue: Provides strategic analysis to help Po Tian make a decision.
• Ling Tian: Shows no signs of breaking through to Near-Saint Twenty-First Heaven but remains confident.
• Little Devourer: Breaks through to peak Near-Saint Twentieth Heaven and expresses confidence in breaking through further.
• Ling Chou, Chu Ying, and Yu Ying: Make significant progress in their cultivation realms, with Yu Ying nearing peak Near-Saint Nineteenth Heaven.

Significant Themes

• Sacrifice and loss: Characters must weigh the potential losses of bringing their friends and family for Tribulation Crossing against the benefits.
• Initiative and control: Bringing their kin for Tribulation Crossing offers characters more initiative and control over their situation.
• Limitations and potential: Characters acknowledge their limitations and the potential of others, hoping for the best but preparing for the worst.

Character Interactions

• Po Tian and Chi Xue: Chi Xue provides strategic advice to Po Tian, helping him make a decision.
• Ling Tian and Little Devourer: Discuss the possibility of Ling Chou and Chu Ying surpassing them, expressing hope for their friends' growth.
• Ling Tian and Po Qiong: Discuss the long interval since the Lord of the Universe last collected strange energy for Ling Tian, remaining hopeful despite the uncertainty.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ling Tian hasn't received help from the Lord of the Universe to collect exotic energies for a long time.
• Ling Tian's Small World has grown significantly, now estimated to be greater than one-hundredth the size of the Lord of the Universe's universe.
• Ling Tian and Little Devourer have been at the peak of Near-Saint Twentieth Heaven for a long time without breaking through to the next level.
• Chi Xue and Po Tian, who obtained Phoenix Soul Fruits, haven't broken through to the next level after a long time, causing concern about their condition.

Character Developments

• Ling Tian remains confident and focused on improving his strength despite the lack of help from the Lord of the Universe.
• Little Devourer begins to doubt if Cultivators can break through to the Twenty-first Heaven without the Primordial Chaos Qi.
• Po Qiong provides insights on the growth of Ling Tian's Small World and its comparison to the Lord of the Universe's universe.
• Corpse Incense expresses anticipation for Ling Tian to trigger the final Lightning Tribulation.

Significant Themes

• Patience and perseverance in cultivation, even in the face of stagnation or uncertainty.
• The importance of strength and continuous improvement for future challenges.
• The interconnectedness of characters' fates and the impact of one's actions on others.

Character Interactions

• Ling Tian and Little Devourer discuss their lack of progress and the potential reasons behind it.
• Ling Tian, Little Devourer, and Po Qiong discuss the growth of Ling Tian's Small World and its comparison to the Lord of the Universe's universe.
• Ling Tian, Little Devourer, and Corpse Incense consider the implications of Chi Xue and Po Tian's delayed breakthroughs.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ling Tian and others are sure the Lord of the Universe has a request for Ling Tian.
• Corpse Incense urges Ling Tian to trigger the final Lightning Tribulation early to break free from the Lord of the Universe's control and obtain Primordial Chaos Qi.
• Ling Tian refuses, citing the Lord of the Universe's warning and the danger of obtaining the Primordial Chaos Qi.
• Sky-Breaking breaks through to the peak of Near-Saint Twentieth Heaven, signaling Chi Xue's imminent breakthrough.

Character Developments

• Ling Tian shows wisdom and caution, prioritizing his friends' and family's safety over immediate gains.
• Corpse Incense reveals his desire for freedom and independence, hoping to escape Ling Tian's control.
• Sky-Breaking demonstrates his power and reliability by breaking through to the peak of Near-Saint Twentieth Heaven.

Significant Themes

• The danger and importance of the Primordial Chaos Qi.
• The Lord of the Universe's control and influence over characters.
• The power dynamics between characters and their alliances.

Character Interactions

• Ling Tian and Corpse Incense debate the wisdom of triggering the final Lightning Tribulation early.
• Ling Tian, Sky-Breaking, and Corpse Incense discuss the potential outcomes and risks of Ling Tian's actions.
• Sky-Breaking's breakthrough serves as a sign of progress for Chi Xue, strengthening Ling Tian's alliance.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Po Tian breaks through to the peak of the Near-Saint Twentieth Heaven, followed by Chi Xue.
• Ling Tian and Little Devourer acknowledge they have no chance to break through to the Twenty-First Heaven without Primordial Chaos Qi.
• Chi Xue and Po Tian realize they won't break through to the Twenty-First Heaven within a million years.
• The Lord of the Universe stops helping Ling Tian collect strange energy.
• Ling Tian and Little Devourer show no signs of breakthrough.

Character Developments

• Ling Tian: Focuses on cultivation despite no breakthrough signs, hoping for Primordial Chaos Qi.
• Chi Xue and Po Tian: Break through to the peak of the Near-Saint Twentieth Heaven, accept their limits, and look forward to obtaining Primordial Chaos Qi in the future.

Significant Themes

• The importance of Bloodline power in cultivation advancement.
• The acceptance of limitations and moving forward despite them.
• The hope for future opportunities (Primordial Chaos Qi) to surpass current limits.

Character Interactions

• Ling Tian and Po Qiong: Discuss Chi Xue and Po Tian's breakthroughs and Ling Tian's own cultivation.
• Chi Xue and Po Tian: Share their disappointment in not having a chance to break through to the Twenty-First Heaven, discuss future plans, and support each other's decisions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chi Xue and Po Tian realize they can't break through to Near-Saint Twentieth Heaven, but they remain hopeful for the future.
• They discuss giving Phoenix Soul Fruits to their disciples, narrowing down to four candidates but can't decide who to exclude.
• The Lord of the Universe starts collecting exotic energies for Ling Tian again, on a larger scale than before.

Character Developments

• Chi Xue and Po Tian accept their fate and focus on improving their strength, despite their limitations.
• Ling Tian and the artifact spirits are excited about the Lord of the Universe's help in collecting exotic energies.

Significant Themes

• Acceptance of fate and perseverance in the face of limitations.
• The importance of decision-making and observation in choosing successors.
• The bias of the Lord of the Universe towards Ling Tian and the consequences of his favor.

Character Interactions

• Chi Xue and Po Tian discuss their disciples' potential and struggle to make a decision.
• Ling Tian and the artifact spirits discuss the benefits of the collected exotic energies.
• Chi Xue and Po Tian express envy and jealousy towards Ling Tian's treatment by the Lord of the Universe.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ling Tian collects a vast amount of strange energies, hoping for a Phoenix Soul Fruit to help Yu Ying.
• Chi Xue and Po Tian prepare to self-seal to delay their life force limits.
• Shi Ling and Shi Yao are chosen to receive the Phoenix Soul Fruit.
• Chi Xue and Po Tian decide to inform Ling Tian about their self-sealing.

Character Developments

• Ling Tian: He is focused on refining strange energies to boost his strength and potentially break through to the Near-Saint Twenty-First Heaven.
• Chi Xue and Po Tian: They decide to self-seal to delay their life force limits and inform Ling Tian about their decision.

Significant Themes

• Breakthrough to the Near-Saint Twenty-First Heaven: Ling Tian, Chi Xue, and Po Tian all hope to achieve this breakthrough, which would significantly boost their power and prove that cultivators can still advance to this realm without Primordial Chaos Qi.
• Self-sealing: Chi Xue and Po Tian use this method to delay their life force limits, buying more time to find Primordial Chaos Qi before facing their tribulation.

Character Interactions

• Ling Tian and Po Qiong: Po Qiong comforts Ling Tian, reminding him that refining the Phoenix Soul Fruit essences will be beneficial for Yu Ying and that he can take Yu Ying out of the universe when he crosses his tribulation.
• Ling Tian, You Ye, and Chang Xiangsi: They discuss the possibility of Ling Tian breaking through to the Near-Saint Twenty-First Heaven, which would significantly boost his power and prove that cultivators can still achieve this breakthrough.
• Chi Xue and Po Tian: They discuss their self-sealing, the time it will buy them, and the potential impact of Ling Tian's strength on their future competition for Primordial Chaos Qi. They also decide to inform Ling Tian about their self-sealing.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chi Xue and his group choose to seal themselves, planning to join Ling Tian's group to cross the Tribulation later.
• Ling Tian receives this news and feels a sense of loneliness, as two fewer cultivators will be able to communicate with him in the future.
• Little Devourer reveals he has signs of breaking through to the Near-Saint Twentieth Heaven.

Character Developments

• Ling Tian feels lonely due to Chi Xue's group sealing themselves, but he remains hopeful.
• Little Devourer expresses concern for Ling Tian and shares his breakthrough signs, trying to cheer him up.
• Po Qiong, in Ling Tian's mind, provides insights and advice on their situation.

Significant Themes

• Loneliness and isolation in cultivation.
• The importance of friendship and camaraderie in facing adversity.
• The uncertainty and challenges of cultivation breakthroughs.

Character Interactions

• Ling Tian and Little Devourer share a moment of camaraderie, supporting each other amidst their cultivation journey.
• Ling Tian and Little Devourer discuss the potential consequences of Chi Xue's group sealing themselves and the impact on their future plans.
• Po Qiong, through Ling Tian, offers guidance and wisdom to Ling Tian and Little Devourer.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ling Tian and Little Devourer discuss the threat posed by Chi Xue and Po Tian, who are also searching for Primordial Chaos Qi.
• Ling Tian reassures Little Devourer that their chances of finding Primordial Chaos Qi are higher and that Ying'er's help will be valuable.
• Little Devourer suggests killing Chi Xue and their associates once they've outlived their usefulness to the Lord of the Universe.
• Ling Tian acknowledges this possibility but notes the challenges and uncertainties involved.
• Ling Tian and Little Devourer agree that they might encounter Chi Xue while searching for Primordial Chaos Qi, presenting another opportunity to kill them.

Character Developments

• Little Devourer shows concern for Ling Tian and his loved ones, revealing a protective side.
• Ling Tian demonstrates strategic thinking and caution, considering various scenarios and their implications.
• Ling Tian shows care for Little Devourer's feelings and reassures him about their future plans.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics between Ling Tian, Chi Xue, and the Lord of the Universe.
• The importance of strategic planning and adaptability in the face of uncertainty.
• The theme of protection and loyalty, as seen in Little Devourer's concern for Ling Tian.

Character Interactions

• Ling Tian and Little Devourer discuss their plans and concerns, reinforcing their bond.
• Ling Tian reassures Little Devourer and addresses his worries, showing understanding and care.
• The Artifact Spirits contribute to the discussion, offering their insights and perspectives.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ling Tian is advised by Sky-Breaking not to use his clones on Tianmu Star to weaken the Lord of the Universe.
• Ling Tian considers the pros and cons of Sky-Breaking's suggestion, weighing the benefits for his friends and family against the potential risks.
• Ling Tian eventually decides to keep his clones on Tianmu Star, planning to use them for guidance if he returns to the God Realm in the future.
• Ling Tian successfully breaks through to the twenty-first level of Near-Saint, significantly improving his strength and Bloodline power.

Character Developments

• Ling Tian shows maturity and strategic thinking in considering Sky-Breaking's advice, demonstrating his growth as a character.
• Sky-Breaking reveals his concern for Ling Tian's future, showing a deeper level of care and understanding.
• Ling Tian's determination and resolve are reinforced as he accepts the necessity of his chosen path.

Significant Themes

• Choice and Consequence: Ling Tian must weigh the potential outcomes of his decisions, understanding that each choice has its risks and rewards.
• Strength and Power: Ling Tian's breakthrough emphasizes the importance of personal growth and power in overcoming challenges.
• Ruthlessness vs. Compassion: Ling Tian grapples with the idea of being more ruthless to avoid the Lord of the Universe's control, ultimately reaffirming his commitment to his compassionate nature.

Character Interactions

• Ling Tian and Sky-Breaking engage in a thoughtful discussion, with Sky-Breaking offering guidance and Ling Tian demonstrating his ability to make informed decisions.
• Ling Tian's Artifact Spirits (You Ye, Little Devourer, etc.) show curiosity and support, awaiting Ling Tian's decision and expressing their confidence in him.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ling Tian breaks through to the Twenty-first Heaven of Near-Saint, enhancing his strength and Bloodline power, and increasing his future potential.
• Ling Tian worries about Little Devourer's slow progress and potential inability to reach the Twenty-first Heaven.
• Ling Chou and Chu Ying's cultivation realms improve significantly, nearing the Near-Saint Eighteenth Heaven.
• Chi Xue and Po Tian's disciples' Bloodline power starts to decline, some reaching their limits and needing to hide in the Outer Realm Stone.
• Shi Ling, Devouring Monster, and their companions are chosen by Chi Xue and the others to cross the tribulation with Ling Chou and Chu Ying, while Ling Tian will cross with Chi Xue and Po Tian.

Character Developments

• Ling Tian: Becomes stronger and more concerned for Little Devourer's well-being.
• Little Devourer: Struggles to keep up with Ling Tian's progress due to declining Bloodline power.
• Ling Chou and Chu Ying: Improve their realms and discuss their plans to help Ling Tian, but acknowledge their current limitations.
• Chi Xue and Po Tian's disciples: Some reach their limits and will hide in the Outer Realm Stone, while others prepare to cross the tribulation with Ling Chou and Chu Ying.
• Shi Ling and Devouring Monster: Chosen as successors due to their excellent Bloodline power, aptitude, and potential.

Significant Themes

• Strength and cultivation: Characters strive to improve their realms and powers to face challenges and protect each other.
• Worry and concern: Ling Tian worries about Little Devourer's progress, while Ling Chou and Chu Ying consider their limitations in helping Ling Tian.
• Planning and preparation: Characters discuss and plan for future tribulation crossings and the protection of their loved ones.

Character Interactions

• Ling Tian and Po Qiong: Ling Tian shares his worries about Little Devourer, and Po Qiong tries to comfort him.
• Ling Chou and Chu Ying: They discuss their plans to help Ling Tian, acknowledging their current limitations and the importance of protecting Ling Tian's family.
• Chi Xue and Po Tian's disciples, Shi Ling, and Devouring Monster: They are chosen to cross the tribulation with Ling Chou and Chu Ying, while Ling Tian will cross with Chi Xue and Po Tian.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ling Chou and Chu Ying decide not to accompany Ling Tian during his Tribulation Crossing to protect Feng Lingzi and other cultivators hidden in Outer Realm Stones.
• They focus on improving their strength, eventually reaching the peak of Near-Saint Eighteenth Heaven and approaching Near-Saint Nineteenth Heaven.
• Ling Chou, driven by revenge, seeks out the cultivators who murdered his parents, now at the early stage of Near-Saint Nineteenth Heaven.
• The Lord of the Universe stops assigning missions to Ling Chou and Chu Ying, reducing their tempering and potentially impacting their future realms.

Character Developments

• Ling Chou: Becomes more determined and focused on revenge, prioritizing it after the Lord of the Universe stops assigning missions.
• Chu Ying: Shows understanding and support for Ling Chou's desire for revenge, choosing not to intervene.

Significant Themes

• Revenge: Ling Chou's primary motivation throughout the chapter.
• Strength improvement: Ling Chou and Chu Ying's focus during their time without missions.
• Tempering and its impact on cultivation realms: The lack of missions and subsequent reduced tempering may affect Ling Chou and Chu Ying's future realms.

Character Interactions

• Ling Chou and Chu Ying: They discuss their plans and support each other's decisions, with Chu Ying understanding Ling Chou's desire for personal revenge.
• Ling Chou and his parents' murderers: Ling Chou seeks them out to exact revenge, leading to a great battle.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ling Chou avenges his parents by killing their murderers in a one-sided battle.
• Ling Tian's clone continues to protect Ling Chou and Chu Ying from a distance.
• Ling Chou, Chu Ying, and Ling Tian focus on cultivation after the battle.
• Ling Tian considers the possibility of delaying his Tribulation Crossing to wait for Little Devourer's breakthrough.
• Little Devourer successfully breaks through to the 21st level of near-Saint before Chi Xue and Po Tian reach their limit.

Character Developments

• Ling Chou: Overcomes his inner turmoil and malevolence after avenging his parents.
• Little Devourer: Breaks through to the 21st level of near-Saint, increasing his strength and self-protection capabilities.
• Ling Tian: Shows concern for Little Devourer's safety and progress, and considers delaying his Tribulation Crossing for him.

Significant Themes

• Revenge and closure (Ling Chou's journey)
• Strength and protection (Little Devourer's breakthrough and Ling Tian's concern)
• Sacrifice and prioritization (Ling Tian's decision regarding Tribulation Crossing)

Character Interactions

• Ling Chou and Chu Ying: Ling Chou's friends support him in his revenge and continue to cultivate with him.
• Ling Tian and Little Devourer: Ling Tian considers delaying his Tribulation Crossing to wait for Little Devourer's breakthrough, showing his care and concern for his friend.
• Ling Tian and Po Qiong/You Ye/Dan Bi: They discuss the implications of Little Devourer's breakthrough and Ling Tian's Tribulation Crossing plans.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Little Devourer breaks through to the Twenty-first Heaven of Near-Saint, alleviating Ling Tian's concerns about future loneliness and Tribulation Crossing with Chi Xue and others.
• Po Tian suggests sealing Little Devourer to preserve his Bloodline power and increase the chances of finding Primordial Chaos Qi in the outer realms.
• Ling Tian persuades Little Devourer to agree to the sealing, assuring him that it's for their mutual benefit and that they will still join forces for Tribulation Crossing.

Character Developments

• Little Devourer: Becomes more trusting of Ling Tian after understanding the reasons behind the sealing suggestion.
• Ling Tian: Shows strategic thinking and concern for his allies' future, willing to make sacrifices for their collective benefit.

Significant Themes

• Trust and alliance: Ling Tian's actions demonstrate his trust in Little Devourer and his commitment to their alliance.
• Sacrifice for the greater good: Ling Tian is willing to delay his own Tribulation Crossing to ensure Little Devourer's peak condition for the outer realms.

Character Interactions

• Ling Tian and Little Devourer: Their relationship strengthens as they discuss and agree on the sealing plan, showing mutual understanding and trust.
• Ling Tian and the Artifact Spirits: They discuss and agree on the necessity of sealing Little Devourer, demonstrating their collective wisdom and concern for their future in the outer realms.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ling Tian focuses on cultivating after sealing Little Devourer, having already refined the strange energy collected by the Lord of the Universe.
• The Lord of the Universe stops gathering strange energy for Ling Tian, but Ling Tian remains optimistic about collecting it in the Outer Realm.
• Ling Tian anticipates breaking through to the middle stage of Near-Saint Twentieth Heaven before joining Chi Xue and others in Tribulation Crossing.
• Hundreds of thousands of years pass, and Ling Tian shows signs of breaking through to the next realm.
• Yu Ying breaks through to Near-Saint Twentieth Heaven, meeting Ling Tian's requirement to bring him along during the Tribulation Crossing.

Character Developments

• Ling Tian: Focuses on cultivation, remains optimistic about future prospects, and is determined to bring Yu Ying along during the Tribulation Crossing.
• Chi Xue and Po Tian: Expected to break their seals early, influencing Ling Tian's timeline for breaking through to the next realm.
• Yu Ying: Breaks through to Near-Saint Twentieth Heaven, meeting Ling Tian's requirement to join him during the Tribulation Crossing.

Significant Themes

• Cultivation and strength improvement: Ling Tian's focus on cultivating and breaking through to higher realms to increase his power and influence.
• Time and urgency: The passage of time and the need to break through before Chi Xue and Po Tian undergo their Tribulation Crossing.
• Dependence on others: Ling Tian's reliance on Chi Xue and Po Tian to break their seals and his desire to compensate Yu Ying for his past actions.

Character Interactions

• Ling Tian and Po Qiong: Discuss Ling Tian's potential breakthrough and the impact of Chi Xue and Po Tian's early seals on his timeline.
• Ling Tian and the Artifact Spirits: Express excitement and confidence in Ling Tian's ability to break through and protect himself during the Tribulation Crossing.
• Ling Tian and Yu Ying: Ling Tian's determination to bring Yu Ying along during the Tribulation Crossing, driven by guilt and a desire to compensate him.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ling Tian is uncertain about safely bringing Yu Ying out of the universe due to the Lord of the Universe's restraints.
• Ling Tian decides to bring Yu Ying along after considering his insistence and the importance of family.
• Ling Tian spreads news about the upcoming final lightning tribulation, attracting numerous cultivators to join.
• Ling Chou and Chu Ying reach their limit and undergo Nirvana rebirth using the Phoenix Soul Fruit.
• Ling Tian breaks through to the middle stage of Near-Saint Twenty-First Heaven before the tribulation.

Character Developments

• Ling Tian: Becomes more worried about Yu Ying's safety but ultimately decides to bring him along. Breaks through to the middle stage of Near-Saint Twenty-First Heaven.
• Yu Ying: Insists on crossing the tribulation with Ling Tian to return to his homeland and family.
• Chi Xue, Po Tian, and others: Still sealed but expected to break free soon, triggering the final lightning tribulation.
• Ling Chou and Chu Ying: Reach their limit, take the Phoenix Soul Fruit, and undergo Nirvana rebirth.

Significant Themes

• Family and personal connections (Yu Ying's insistence on returning home).
• Strength and preparation for the final lightning tribulation (Ling Tian's breakthrough and the gathering of cultivators).
• The Lord of the Universe's restraints and the challenge of breaking free.

Character Interactions

• Ling Tian and Yu Ying: Ling Tian considers Yu Ying's feelings and decides to bring him along despite the risks.
• Ling Tian and Po Qiong: They discuss the upcoming tribulation, the news spread, and Ling Tian's breakthrough.
• Ling Chou and Chu Ying: They reach their limit and undergo Nirvana rebirth, preparing for their future tribulations.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ling Tian breaks through to the mid-stage of the Twenty-first Heaven of Near-Saint before Chi Xue and Po Tian unseal themselves.
• Ling Tian consolidates his realm and improves his strength significantly over tens of thousands of years.
• Chi Xue and Po Tian do not unseal themselves, exceeding Ling Tian's expectations.
• Ling Tian and the Artifact Spirits discuss the possibility of Chi Xue and Po Tian dying from insufficient life force after breaking free from the Lord of the Universe's shackles.

Character Developments

• Ling Tian: Successfully breaks through and consolidates his realm, significantly improving his strength and the scale of his Small World.
• Chi Xue and Po Tian: Still self-sealed, nearing their limit but have not unsealed themselves yet.

Significant Themes

• The power of time and its resistance by High-level Outer Realm Power.
• The value of Chi Xue and Po Tian's lives in relation to Ling Tian's mission.
• The potential threat posed by Chi Xue and Po Tian if they survive after breaking free from the Lord of the Universe's shackles.

Character Interactions

• Ling Tian and Po Tian: Discuss the timeline of Chi Xue and Po Tian's unsealing and the potential impact on Ling Tian's mission.
• Ling Tian and the Artifact Spirits: Discuss the possibility of Chi Xue and Po Tian dying from insufficient life force after breaking free from the Lord of the Universe's shackles, expressing their hopes for this outcome.
• Ling Tian and the Artifact Spirits: Debate the usefulness of bringing Saint-grade Heavenly Treasures to the Outer Realm and the fate of Senior Wu Dao and the others.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ling Tian decides to carry Saint-grade Heavenly Treasures, like the Ginseng Fruit Tree and Phoenix Soul Fruits, during his Tribulation Crossing.
• The Artifact Spirits initially object, but Ling Tian explains the benefits: the Ginseng Fruit Tree can provide life force, and Phoenix Soul Fruits can help allies or be traded.
• Ling Tian plans to integrate the essence of residual fruits into the Outer Realm Stone to prolong Hua Min'er and others' lives.
• Sky-Breaking suggests that Saint-grade Heavenly Treasures' sensitive spiritual senses might aid in finding Primordial Chaos Qi.
• Ling Tian believes Chi Xue and Po Tian won't wait until their limit to break the seal, as the Ginseng Fruit Tree's effectiveness in the Outer Realms is uncertain.
• Ling Tian hopes the Lord of the Universe will help collect more strange energy and provide Phoenix Soul Fruit or Ginseng Fruit essence for Hua Min'er and others.

Character Developments

• Ling Tian shows strategic thinking and thorough preparation in carrying Saint-grade Heavenly Treasures.
• Sky-Breaking demonstrates wisdom and foresight in suggesting the benefits of carrying these treasures.
• Chi Xue is portrayed as a smart and cautious individual, not relying solely on the Ginseng Fruit Tree's life force.
• Ling Tian expresses concern for Hua Min'er and others' well-being, hoping the Lord of the Universe will help prolong their lives.

Significant Themes

• Preparation and thoroughness in facing challenges (Tribulation Crossing).
• Uncertainty and adaptability in new environments (Outer Realms).
• Concern for allies and loved ones (Hua Min'er and others).

Character Interactions

• Ling Tian and Sky-Breaking discuss the benefits and strategies of carrying Saint-grade Heavenly Treasures.
• Ling Tian and the Artifact Spirits share their thoughts on Chi Xue and Po Tian's actions.
• Ling Tian expresses his hopes to the Lord of the Universe regarding strange energy and essence for Hua Min'er and others.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chi Xue and Po Tian finally break the Seal, triggering their final Lightning Tribulation.
• Ling Tian senses this and knows he will also trigger his final Lightning Tribulation soon, deciding to join forces with Chi Xue and the others.
• Ling Tian regrets not breaking through to a higher realm before Tribulation Crossing.
• Ling Tian entrusts Ling Chou and others with instructions for the God Realm while he's away.

Character Developments

• Ling Tian: Feels regret and reluctance about leaving the God Realm and his loved ones, but remains determined to help the Lord of the Universe complete his mission.
• Chi Xue and Po Tian: Their Bloodline power is compromised, but they've broken the Seal before reaching their absolute limit.

Significant Themes

• The importance of timing and preparation for the final Lightning Tribulation.
• Ling Tian's determination to help the Lord of the Universe complete his mission to ensure his loved ones' safety.
• The uncertainty and risks of leaving the God Realm and facing the Lord of the Universe in the Outer Realm.

Character Interactions

• Ling Tian and Po Qiong: Discuss Ling Tian's emotional state, the possibility of Ling Chou and others surpassing him, and the chances of Ling Tian helping the Lord of the Universe complete his mission.
• Ling Tian and Artifact Spirits: Discuss the possibility of Ling Tian attacking the Lord of the Universe in the Outer Realm, unsealing Little Devourer, and sensing Chi Xue and Po Tian's current state.
• Ling Tian and Artifact Spirits: Agree that Ling Tian should kill Chi Xue and Po Tian if the opportunity arises to ensure his loved ones' safety.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ling Tian and his allies discuss the threat posed by Chi Xue and Po Tian, and the likelihood of encountering them outside the universe to eliminate them.
• Chi Xue and Po Tian, after breaking their self-imposed Seal, sense the Lord of the Universe's strength and find it insufficient for their plans.
• They contact their disciples, Shi Ling and Devouring Monster, to gather information about the God Realm during their Seal.

Character Developments

• Ling Tian continues to improve his strength in anticipation of Tribulation Crossing and potential encounters with Chi Xue and Po Tian.
• Chi Xue and Po Tian remain confident in their plans but are disappointed with the Lord of the Universe's current strength.
• Shi Ling and Devouring Monster have both broken through to the Near-Saint Nineteenth Heaven and have abundant Bloodline power.

Significant Themes

• The pursuit of strength and power to control one's destiny.
• The inevitability of change and the impact of time on plans and expectations.
• The struggle against external control and the desire for freedom.

Character Interactions

• Ling Tian and his allies discuss strategies and share concerns about Chi Xue and Po Tian.
• Chi Xue and Po Tian interact with their disciples, Shi Ling and Devouring Monster, to gather information and express their worries about the future.
• Ling Tian's strength and progress are a source of concern and worry for Chi Xue and Po Tian.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ling Tian's group has broken through to the middle stage of the Twenty-first Heaven of Near-Saint, shocking Chi Xue and Po Tian.
• Chi Xue and Po Tian discuss the implications of Ling Tian's breakthrough and their own chances of finding Primordial Chaos Qi first.
• They decide to avoid Ling Tian to increase their chances of finding Primordial Chaos Qi before him.
• Chi Xue believes Ling Tian will join forces with them for tribulation, while Po Tian is worried about Ling Tian undergoing tribulation before them.

Character Developments

• Ling Tian's strength continues to grow, causing concern and worry for Chi Xue and Po Tian.
• Chi Xue and Po Tian become more determined to find Primordial Chaos Qi first to secure their advantage.
• Chi Xue remains confident in his analysis and predictions, while Po Tian is more cautious and worried.

Significant Themes

• The race to find Primordial Chaos Qi and break through to the Saint realm.
• The power dynamics between Ling Tian's group and Chi Xue's group.
• The consequences of breaking free from the Lord of the Universe's shackles.

Character Interactions

• Chi Xue and Po Tian discuss their plans and concerns, with Chi Xue being more optimistic and Po Tian more worried.
• Shi Ling and the Devouring Monster provide input and ask questions, showing their loyalty and concern for their masters.
• Ling Tian is not present but is the subject of much discussion and worry among Chi Xue's group.