Ch. 41Second Grandmaster
Key Plot Points and Events
- Li Jiusheng discovers and eliminates a dozen Great Grandmaster-level assassins from the Human World, who had infiltrated Shangqing Palace.
- Li Jiusheng and Li Qingshan devise a plan to lure Venerable-level assassins and eliminate them in one go to delay the Human World's attacks.
- Six Venerable-level assassins from the Human World infiltrate Shangqing Palace, but Li Qingshan, who was pretending to be in seclusion, ambushes and kills them all using the Heaven-Slaying Sword Drawing Technique.
Character Developments
- Li Jiusheng demonstrates his powerful Primordial spirit and strategic thinking, successfully dealing with the Human World assassins and protecting Shangqing Palace.
- Li Qingshan shows his growth and strength, handling the Venerable-level assassins effortlessly, proving his readiness for the Ancestor Realm.
Significant Themes
- The power dynamics between sects and assassin organizations, with the Human World overestimating their abilities and underestimating Shangqing Palace's strength.
- The importance of strategic planning and patience, as shown by Li Jiusheng's actions and the eventual defeat of the Human World assassins.
Character Interactions
- Li Jiusheng and Li Qingshan work together, with Li Jiusheng providing strategic guidance and Li Qingshan executing the plan, showcasing their strong partnership.
- The Human World assassins underestimate Shangqing Palace, leading to their demise, highlighting the dangerous consequences of underestimating one's enemies.