Ch. 21The Two from the West Join the Immortal Court! East King Duke Was Overjoyed and Announced It to the Primordial Wilderness!
Key Plot Points and Events
- Jieyin and Zhunti, the future Two Saints of the West, agree to cooperate with the Immortal Court.
- Xuan Xiao, the Mystic Immortal, returns to the Immortal Court and reports this to East King Duke.
- East King Duke is overjoyed and rewards Xuan Xiao with a low-grade Innate Spiritual Treasure, the Azure Spirit Sword.
- East King Duke orders the news to be proclaimed across the Primordial Wilderness, causing a stir among all living beings.
Character Developments
- East King Duke: Shows his ambition and cunning by inviting Jieyin and Zhunti to join his Immortal Court, aiming to use their future Saint status to strengthen his rule.
- Jieyin and Zhunti: While agreeing to cooperate with the Immortal Court, they remain cautious and strategic, planning to negotiate terms thoroughly with East King Duke.
Significant Themes
- Power Dynamics: The Immortal Court's growing influence and East King Duke's ambition to unify the Primordial Land.
- Alliances and Cooperation: Jieyin and Zhunti's decision to cooperate with the Immortal Court, highlighting the strategic importance of alliances in the Primordial Land.
- Future Sainthood: The anticipation and impact of Jieyin and Zhunti's future Saint status, which influences the decisions and reactions of various characters and factions.
Character Interactions
- East King Duke and Xuan Xiao: East King Duke rewards Xuan Xiao for his successful mission, demonstrating his appreciation for loyal subordinates.
- Jieyin and Zhunti: The two exchange a glance and transmit their voices to each other, showing their close relationship and shared understanding, as well as their cautious approach to the Immortal Court's invitation.
- East King Duke and the Immortal Court Experts: East King Duke's subordinates report to him and react to the news of Jieyin and Zhunti joining the Immortal Court, reflecting their awe and excitement at the prospect of having future Saints backing their court.