Chapter Summaries

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

+ Gu Chengming and Su Qingmeng are to lead their respective sects in the Sect Grand Competition.
+ Su Qingmeng requests a sparring match with Gu Chengming before the competition.
+ Gu Chengming agrees to the match.

Character Developments

+ Gu Chengming remains calm and composed, displaying his prowess in swordsmanship without relying on his signature techniques.
+ Su Qingmeng shows determination and a pure pursuit of the Dao, eager to test her Sword Dao against Gu Chengming.

Significant Themes

+ The pure pursuit of the Dao and the desire to test one's skills against worthy opponents.
+ The frustration of being outmatched and the struggle to improve one's abilities.

Character Interactions

+ Gu Chengming and Su Qingmeng meet for the first time and engage in a sparring match.
+ Gu Chengming uses the Free and Unfettered Art to mimic Su Qingmeng's techniques, causing her frustration and alarm.
+ The match is not yet concluded, leaving the outcome uncertain.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Gu Chengming immerses himself in exploring the Free and Unfettered Art during his spar with Su Qingmeng.
• Su Qingmeng goes all out, attacking Gu Chengming, who instinctively counters with the optimal solution.
• Gu Chengming defeats Su Qingmeng in four swift moves, leaving her stunned and disheveled.
• After the spar, Gu Chengming receives 10 Vengeance Points from the System for completing a mission.

Character Developments

• Gu Chengming: He becomes more engrossed in exploring the Free and Unfettered Art, leading to him accidentally defeating Su Qingmeng. He also starts to notice the peculiarities of the Vengeance System.
• Su Qingmeng: She experiences a crushing defeat at the hands of Gu Chengming, which leads her to reevaluate her approach to sword cultivation. She becomes more determined and eager to improve.

Significant Themes

• The pursuit of perfection in sword cultivation.
• The consequences of underestimating one's opponent.
• The struggle between maintaining face and learning from defeat.

Character Interactions

• Gu Chengming and Su Qingmeng: Their spar highlights the difference in their skill levels and their approaches to sword cultivation. Despite his victory, Gu Chengming feels apologetic towards Su Qingmeng.
• Gu Chengming and the System: Gu Chengming starts to notice the peculiarities of the Vengeance System and its rewards.
• Su Qingmeng and Elder Jingxuan: Su Qingmeng's defeat leads to a conversation between her and Elder Jingxuan, where Su Qingmeng expresses her determination to improve.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Qingmeng visits Gu Chengming daily to spar, improving rapidly and showing an unusual obsession with swordsmanship.
• Gu Chengming receives a letter and gifts from Luo Jinyao, expressing regret for not being able to support him in the Sect competition.
• Gu Chengming finds Yu Wenqiu in her office, poking a sachet and muttering about him, indicating her longing to see him.

Character Developments

• Su Qingmeng: Shows an intense focus and obsession with swordsmanship, improving rapidly under Gu Chengming's guidance.
• Gu Chengming: Feels a sense of accomplishment in accumulating Revenge Points, reminiscent of his past sword practice with his Junior Brother.
• Yu Wenqiu: Struggles with her feelings for Gu Chengming, wanting to see him but finding reasons to hold back, ultimately expressing her longing through mutterings and actions.

Significant Themes

• The theme of obsession is further explored through Su Qingmeng's single-minded focus on swordsmanship, mirroring Yu Wenqiu's obsession with Storybooks and food.
• The theme of longing and unspoken feelings is emphasized through Yu Wenqiu's actions and thoughts, contrasting with her usual dignified demeanor.

Character Interactions

• Gu Chengming and Su Qingmeng: Engage in daily sword practice, with Su Qingmeng showing rapid improvement and Gu Chengming feeling a sense of familiarity and accomplishment.
• Gu Chengming and Yu Wenqiu: Interact briefly, with Gu Chengming delivering Luo Jinyao's letter and gifts, and Yu Wenqiu expressing her longing for him through her actions and mutterings.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Yu Wenqiu receives a letter and a gift (Demon Core bracelet) from Senior Sister Luo Jin.
• Gu Chengming expresses interest in browsing the Sword Repository Pavilion, and Yu Wenqiu offers to guide him.
• They discover an ancient sword platform with a sword in the deepest part of the pavilion, which Gu Chengming recognizes as the broken sword from the Heavenly Que Secret Realm.
• Upon touching the sword, Gu Chengming experiences a vision of the Life-Defying Tribulation-Slaying True Monarch defeating the Filth Tide and the Demon Orb Immortal seeing Gu Chengming in the void.

Character Developments

• Yu Wenqiu shows excitement and eagerness to spend time with Gu Chengming.
• Gu Chengming displays curiosity and interest in the Sword Repository Pavilion's secrets.
• Gu Chengming's connection to the ancient sword and the Life-Defying Tribulation-Slaying True Monarch deepens.

Significant Themes

• The power of ancient swords and their connection to historical events.
• The relationship between Gu Chengming and the Demon Orb Immortal.
• The Filth Tide as a catastrophic event and the struggle against it.

Character Interactions

• Yu Wenqiu and Gu Chengming share a friendly and comfortable rapport, with Yu Wenqiu showing affection towards Gu Chengming.
• Gu Chengming and the Demon Orb Immortal have an unspoken connection, with the Demon Orb Immortal acknowledging Gu Chengming's presence in the void.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Gu Chengming has a vision of the Demon Orb Immortal and receives a gift, the "Free Heaven" Dharma position, which triggers a system change from "Free and Unfettered Art" to "Divorce Counterattack System."
• Gu Chengming visits the Sword Repository Pavilion with Elder Xiao Yu, where he learns about the "Life-Defying Tribulation-Slaying True Monarch" but doesn't share the information with her.
• Su Qingmeng waits at Gu Chengming's courtyard all day to challenge him to a sword duel.

Character Developments

• Gu Chengming: Becomes more curious about the Demon Orb Immortal's intentions and the secrets of the "Life-Defying Tribulation-Slaying True Monarch." He also shows kindness to Su Qingmeng by giving her a communication talisman.
• Su Qingmeng: Shows determination in improving her sword skills, waiting all day for Gu Chengming to return. She also displays a more casual and less aloof demeanor.
• Yu Wenqiu: Guides Gu Chengming through the Sword Repository Pavilion, showing her knowledge of the sect's history and treasures.

Significant Themes

• The theme of secrets and hidden truths continues, with Gu Chengming learning about the "Life-Defying Tribulation-Slaying True Monarch" and the system change hinting at deeper mysteries.
• The theme of cultivation and growth is evident in Su Qingmeng's eagerness to improve her sword skills and Gu Chengming's continued exploration of his cultivation methods.

Character Interactions

• Gu Chengming and Yu Wenqiu: They interact as friends and mentors, with Yu Wenqiu guiding Gu Chengming and showing affection towards him.
• Gu Chengming and Su Qingmeng: They interact as sparring partners and friends, with Gu Chengming showing kindness and Su Qingmeng showing determination and eagerness to learn.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Gu Chengming and Su Qingmeng engage in a sword practice session.
• Su Qingmeng, pushed to her limits, unleashes a powerful sword strike, which Gu Chengming blocks without injury.
• Su Qingmeng reveals that her strike was a nascent "Sword Domain," a secret technique of Daoning Gate.
• Gu Chengming visits the Scripture Repository and learns about Sword Domain from ancient texts.
• He seeks guidance from Sect Master Shen Qianqiu and later from Elder Han Che.

Character Developments

• Su Qingmeng: Shows exceptional determination and talent, breaking through to a nascent Sword Domain.
• Gu Chengming: Demonstrates his strength and curiosity, seeking to understand the principles behind Sword Domain.
• Shen Qianqiu: Reveals his concern for Gu Chengming's progress and his limitations in teaching advanced Sword Dao concepts.
• Han Che: Shows his expertise and willingness to guide Gu Chengming, demonstrating his own Sword Domain.

Significant Themes

• The pursuit of martial arts mastery and the desire to understand advanced techniques.
• The importance of personal affinity and opportune moments in comprehending profound martial arts concepts.
• The mentorship and guidance of seniors in the cultivation world.

Character Interactions

• Gu Chengming and Su Qingmeng: Engage in a sparring session that leads to Su Qingmeng's breakthrough.
• Gu Chengming and Shen Qianqiu: Discuss Sword Domain, with Shen Qianqiu offering guidance and comforting words.
• Gu Chengming and Han Che: Han Che agrees to guide Gu Chengming, showing his expertise by demonstrating his own Sword Domain.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Gu Chengming witnesses Han Che's sword domain and learns its principles.
• Gu Chengming attempts to construct a sword domain using various Cultivation Methods but fails.
• He successfully manifests a nascent sword domain using the Yin Yang Creation Strategy, which lasts for a few breaths.
• Gu Chengming decides to practice integrating the Yin Yang Creation Strategy's characteristics into his sword techniques.

Character Developments

• Gu Chengming becomes more determined to construct a sword domain and finds a new way to interact with his Cultivation Methods.
• Han Che demonstrates patience and willingness to teach Gu Chengming.

Significant Themes

• The path of Cultivation requires personal effort and understanding.
• The externalization of one's characteristics is key to constructing a sword domain.
• Gu Chengming's unique Cultivation Methods and sword techniques set him apart from traditional Sword Cultivators.

Character Interactions

• Gu Chengming interacts with Han Che, learning about sword domains.
• Gu Chengming's Cultivation Methods (Huiyuan Sword Art, Yin Yang Creation Strategy, etc.) respond to his actions and thoughts.
• Female disciples of Daoning Gate discuss Gu Chengming and Su Qingmeng's sparring sessions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Daoning Gate disciples suspect Gu Chengming's intentions towards Su Qingmeng due to her daily sparring visits.
• Shen Yingxue, a steady and respected disciple, suggests they observe Gu Chengming to understand him better.
• The group secretly watches Gu Chengming practice his sword, witnessing his unique and captivating sword art.

Character Developments

• Su Qingmeng: Not directly present, but her daily sparring with Gu Chengming raises suspicions and concern among her fellow disciples.
• Shen Yingxue: Demonstrates her steadfastness and concern for Su Qingmeng, leading the group to observe Gu Chengming. She is initially skeptical of Gu Chengming but becomes captivated by his sword art.
• Gu Chengming: Unknowingly captivates the Daoning Gate disciples with his sword art, challenging their initial perceptions of him.

Significant Themes

• Perception vs. Reality: The disciples' initial impressions of Gu Chengming are challenged and altered after witnessing his sword art.
• Cultivation and Growth: The daily sparring between Su Qingmeng and Gu Chengming highlights the importance of mutual cultivation and growth.
• Beauty and Aesthetics: The captivating nature of Gu Chengming's sword art emphasizes the importance of aesthetics in cultivation and art.

Character Interactions

• Shen Yingxue and her fellow disciples: Their interactions reveal their initial skepticism towards Gu Chengming, which transforms into admiration after watching his sword art.
• Gu Chengming and the Daoning Gate disciples: Although Gu Chengming is unaware of their presence, his sword art captivates the observing disciples, changing their perceptions of him.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Gu Chengming successfully creates a prototype Sword Domain using the Yin Yang Creation Strategy and Huiyuan Sword Art, which allows him to land a significant hit on the Hundred Bones phantom in the Love Laboratory.
• Su Qingmeng begins to spar with Gu Chengming daily, seeking to improve her swordsmanship and understand the Sword Domain.
• Daoning Gate Elders discuss the growing unrest among the female disciples, likely due to Su Qingmeng's frequent visits to Gu Chengming.

Character Developments

• Gu Chengming's swordsmanship improves through sparring with Su Qingmeng, and he gains a better understanding of the Sword Domain.
• Su Qingmeng's favorability towards Gu Chengming increases, and she begins to display a more natural, "little follower" demeanor outside of sparring.
• The female disciples of Daoning Gate become increasingly unruly, possibly due to their growing interest in Gu Chengming and his interactions with Su Qingmeng.

Significant Themes

• The power of the Sword Domain as an independent multiplier, separate from other means of enhancement.
• The suppression effect of the sword domain on the phantom's protective aura, potentially allowing for gradual dismantling of its defenses.
• The deep understanding of the Sword Dao exhibited by Su Qingmeng, which challenges Gu Chengming's perspective and helps him improve his own swordsmanship.

Character Interactions

• Gu Chengming and Su Qingmeng's sparring sessions lead to mutual growth and understanding of the Sword Dao.
• The Elders of Daoning Gate discuss the growing unrest among the female disciples, highlighting the impact of Gu Chengming and Su Qingmeng's interactions on the sect dynamics.
• The Hundred Bones phantom in the Love Laboratory challenges Gu Chengming, pushing him to improve his skills and strategies.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Female disciples from Daoning Gate have been sneaking to Huiyuan Gate's Back Mountain to watch Gu Chengming practice, causing concern among the Elders.
• Gu Chengming visits Guizang Gate and reunites with Senior Brother Lu Che, who has made significant progress in his cultivation due to Gu Chengming's past advice.
• Lu Che has developed a unique multi-sword formation based on his interpretation of Gu Chengming's advice, using seven swords each representing a different character archetype from Storybooks.

Character Developments

• Gu Chengming: Shows understanding and support for Lu Che's unique cultivation path, despite its unconventional nature.
• Lu Che: Has broken through his cultivation bottleneck and developed a new sword formation, demonstrating growth and innovation.
• Female disciples of Daoning Gate: Their actions, though not explicitly shown, are a source of concern and amusement for the Elders.

Significant Themes

• The theme of unconventional cultivation methods is further explored through Lu Che's progress, showing that there's more than one way to advance in cultivation.
• The theme of the influence of Storybooks on cultivation is reinforced, with Lu Che using character archetypes from Storybooks to improve his swordsmanship.

Character Interactions

• Gu Chengming and Lu Che: Their reunion is filled with mutual respect and shared understanding, with Gu Chengming supporting Lu Che's unique approach to cultivation.
• The female disciples of Daoning Gate and Gu Chengming: Though not directly interacting, their actions towards Gu Chengming show a mix of admiration and curiosity.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Sect Grand Competition is about to begin, with Gu Chengming representing the Wenjian Sect.
• The competition venue is Floating Isle City, a transformed ancient Secret Realm and a masterpiece of the Mo Sect.
• Da Gan imperial family members, including Ji Yixi, are present. Ji Yixi believes Gu Chengming is a crucial "variable" in her predictions.

Character Developments

• Gu Chengming shows determination and seriousness at the competition, unlike his usual carefree demeanor.
• Ji Yixi, the Second Princess of Da Gan, is revealed to be the inheritor of the Great Thousand Records lineage, capable of observing parallel world lines. She believes Gu Chengming can change the predetermined outcome of a certain event.

Significant Themes

• Destiny and Free Will: Ji Yixi's ability to see possible outcomes but not change them highlights the theme of destiny and free will. Gu Chengming's role as a "variable" suggests he might be able to defy predetermined outcomes.
• Power and Influence: The Da Gan imperial family's involvement in the Sect Grand Competition underscores their political and resource control, even over sects.

Character Interactions

• Gu Chengming and Su Qingmeng stand together at the competition, showing unity among Wenjian Sect disciples.
• Ji Yixi interacts with the little dragon, a spiritual being from the Da Gan Dragon lineage, discussing her observations and plans regarding Gu Chengming.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Gu Chengming and the Wenjian Sect arrive at Fuyu City for the Heavenly Devil Conference.
• They undergo a soul inspection using a Mo Sect Magical Artifact to detect inner devil possession.
• Gu Chengming's inspection results in a false positive due to his Cultivation Method's obsessions being detected as inner devil obsessions.
• A Mo Sect Elder investigates and finds no inner devil possession, attributing the incident to a temporary Spirit Vein fluctuation.

Character Developments

• Gu Chengming maintains his composure throughout the incident.
• Shen Qianqiu shows concern for Gu Chengming's well-being.
• Han Che seems to understand the cause of the incident but keeps his thoughts to himself.
• The Mo Sect Elder displays professionalism and thoroughness in his investigation.

Significant Themes

• The theme of inner devils and their detection is explored, highlighting the importance of maintaining a pure and stable soul.
• The incident raises questions about the nature of Gu Chengming's Cultivation Method and its obsessions.

Character Interactions

• Gu Chengming interacts with the Mo Sect officials during the inspection.
• Shen Qianqiu and Han Che discuss the incident privately.
• The Mo Sect Elder examines Gu Chengming personally, leading to a resolution of the incident.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Gu Chengming, a disciple of Wenjian Sect, enters Fuyu City for the Grand Competition, causing a commotion due to a malfunctioning Magical Artifact that seems to react to his presence.
• The Momen Elder investigates but finds no evidence of inner devil possession and decides to report the incident to his superiors.
• A mysterious young man manipulates the Momen Elder and other witnesses to forget the incident.
• Gu Chengming explores Fuyu City, visiting a bookstore, and learns about Momen's pursuit of creating 'Spirits' for their artifacts.

Character Developments

• Gu Chengming: He shows curiosity and determination to learn more about the Extraterritorial Heavenly Devil and Momen's 'Spirit' creation, hinting at his potential connection to these topics.
• The Momen Elder: He initially suspects Gu Chengming but later forgets the incident due to the mysterious young man's influence.

Significant Themes

• The Extraterritorial Heavenly Devil: Its mention hints at a looming threat or mystery that Gu Chengming might be connected to.
• Momen's 'Spirit' creation: This pursuit of creating independent, thinking beings from artifacts is a central theme, suggesting a higher level of cultivation and understanding of the universe's rules.

Character Interactions

• Gu Chengming and the Momen Elder: Their initial interaction is tense due to the inner devil farce, but the Elder later forgets the incident.
• Gu Chengming and the mysterious young man: Their interaction is not direct, but the young man's influence on the Elder and other witnesses hints at a connection between them.

Plot Points and Events

• Floating Island City hosts cultivators from various sects for the Grand Competition, including Mo Sect's formations and Da Gan's experts.
• Gu Chengming, a Mo Sect disciple, is targeted by an intruder in his courtyard late at night.
• The intruder is revealed to be Da Gan Second Princess, Ji Yixi, who is captured by Gu Chengming.
• Ji Yixi's familiar, a little black dragon, recognizes Gu Chengming's Dragon Qi and mistakenly addresses him as "Dad," prostrating itself.
• Ji Yixi seeks Gu Chengming's help, offering a Jade Slip as a token of sincerity.

Character Developments

• Gu Chengming: Maintains composure and caution when dealing with Ji Yixi, showing growth in handling unexpected situations.
• Ji Yixi: Shows calmness and composure despite being captured and mistaken for an intruder. She demonstrates sincerity in seeking Gu Chengming's help.
• Little Black Dragon: Mistakenly addresses Gu Chengming as "Dad," revealing its connection to the ancient dragon lineage.

Significant Themes

• Trust and sincerity: Ji Yixi's actions show her understanding of the importance of trust and sincerity in seeking Gu Chengming's help.
• Power dynamics: Gu Chengming's capture of Ji Yixi and her subsequent request for help highlight the power dynamics between them.
• Identity and lineage: The little black dragon's recognition of Gu Chengming's Dragon Qi and its mistaken address of him as "Dad" raises questions about identity and lineage.

Character Interactions

• Gu Chengming and Ji Yixi: Their interaction shows a shift from wariness to calm negotiation, with Ji Yixi demonstrating sincerity in seeking Gu Chengming's help.
• Gu Chengming and Little Black Dragon: Their interaction is brief but significant, with the little dragon mistakenly addressing Gu Chengming as "Dad."

Key Plot Points and Events

• Gu Chengming receives a Jade Slip containing intelligence about the Floating White Dragon King's injury from Ji Yixi.
• Gu Chengming agrees to help Ji Yixi investigate the Floating Sky Mysterious Mirror for any hidden schemes.
• The Sect Grand Competition's rules are announced, including the use of the Floating Sky Mysterious Mirror for practice and competition.
• Gu Chengming collects his Sub-Mirror from the Momen main hall and unlocks a new CG, "Son Coin".

Character Developments

• Gu Chengming: He agrees to help Ji Yixi, showing his willingness to take action against the Longevity Sect. He also unlocks a new CG, indicating progress in his cultivation or understanding of his abilities.
• Ji Yixi: She shows sincerity and thorough planning in her cooperation with Gu Chengming, aiming to gain his trust and assistance.

Significant Themes

• Alliances and Cooperation: Ji Yixi seeks Gu Chengming's help, showing the importance of alliances and cooperation in achieving common goals.
• Hidden Threats: The potential tampering of the Floating Sky Mysterious Mirror highlights the theme of hidden threats and the need for vigilance.
• Cultivation and Growth: Gu Chengming's unlocking of a new CG suggests his continuous cultivation and growth, a central theme in cultivation novels.

Character Interactions

• Gu Chengming and Ji Yixi: They establish a more cooperative relationship, with Ji Yixi showing sincerity and Gu Chengming agreeing to help her.
• Gu Chengming and the other Wenjian Sect disciples: They gather for the Sect Grand Competition, with Gu Chengming as their leader, showing unity and camaraderie among the Sect's disciples.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Gu Chengming discovers a "Fatherhood" path in his Cultivation Guide (CG) with a 10% unlock rate, which he suspects is related to his adopted dragon son.
• He enters the Floating Heaven Profound God Mirror to test his in-mirror name "Lose and call me Daddy" strategy to trigger the CG.
• Gu Chengming defeats several opponents in the mirror arena, but the son currency doesn't increase, indicating the threshold for triggering the mechanism is higher than expected.

Character Developments

• Gu Chengming shows strategic thinking by using his in-mirror name to psychologically affect his opponents.
• Mu Chen, the Taiyi Sword Sect's chief disciple, is introduced, showing his dedication, ambition, and strategic mindset.

Significant Themes

• The power of psychology and reputation in cultivation battles.
• The importance of strategy and preparation in competitions.

Character Interactions

• Gu Chengming interacts with various mirror opponents, but the interactions are brief and one-sided, focusing on his strategy rather than dialogue.
• Mu Chen interacts with his Sect Master, Zhongli Yuan, showing his respect and determination.

• Mu Chen, a disciple of Taiyi Sword Sect, enters the Floating Heaven Profound God Mirror to test its capabilities.
• His first opponent is a mysterious cultivator named "Called Dad After Losing," who controls ten flying swords simultaneously and possesses a powerful punch that defeats Mu Chen instantly.
• Mu Chen describes the battle to his fellow disciples, who initially disbelieve his account. Chen Ming, the second-ranked disciple, decides to challenge the opponent himself.
• Chen Ming enters the mirror and faces the same opponent, but he is also defeated within moments, confirming Mu Chen's account.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Ming's projection in the mirror shatters, leaving him in despair.
• Chen Ming and his fellow disciples from the Taiyi Sword Sect enter the mirror to face 'Called Dad After Losing' and are consecutively defeated.
• The Taiyi Sword Sect Master, Zhong Liyuan, is shocked and disappointed by his disciples' performance.
• Gu Chengming, the 'Called Dad After Losing', continues to defeat opponents, gaining Son Coins to strengthen himself for the [Love's Hundred Bones] room.
• Ji Yixi, observing parallel worldlines, learns about Gu Chengming's in-mirror name and its impact on Fuyu City's cultivators.

Character Developments

• Chen Ming: Realizes the futility of his past self's despair and the importance of reflection and adaptation.
• Gu Chengming: Gains confidence and strength through continuous victories, stacking Son Coins for future challenges.
• Zhong Liyuan: Discouraged by his disciples' performance, reflects on the Sect's decline.
• Ji Yixi: Observes Gu Chengming's actions and the impact of his in-mirror name on Fuyu City's cultivators.

Significant Themes

• The importance of reflection and adaptation in the face of adversity.
• The impact of reputation and rumors in the cultivation world.
• The power dynamics between Sects and the consequences of defeat.

Character Interactions

• Chen Ming and his fellow disciples: They interact by entering the mirror to face 'Called Dad After Losing', each with their unique fighting style and strategy, but all ultimately defeated.
• Gu Chengming and his opponents: Gu Chengming defeats his opponents, gaining Son Coins and strengthening himself for future challenges.
• Zhong Liyuan and his disciples: Zhong Liyuan is disappointed by his disciples' performance, reflecting on the Sect's decline.
• Ji Yixi and Gu Chengming: Ji Yixi observes Gu Chengming's actions and the impact of his in-mirror name on Fuyu City's cultivators.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wang Yan, a disciple of the Heavenly Mystery Pavilion, is known for his exceptional deduction skills but also for his flamboyant personality, much to his Sect Master's dismay.
• Wang Yan decides to deduce the cultivation method and weaknesses of a Third Realm Cultivator who has remained undefeated within a mirror, using the Heavenly Mystery Pavilion's unique deduction Mystical Art.
• Wang Yan enters the mirror to challenge the undefeated cultivator but is defeated in a single punch, leading to his determination to show "filial piety" by winning the next match.

Character Developments

• Wang Yan: Initially confident in his deduction skills and victory, Wang Yan's defeat leads to a shift in his mindset, focusing on showing "filial piety" by winning the next match.
• Su Qiming: Wang Yan's Junior Brother, Su Qiming, shows concern for Wang Yan's well-being and tries to advise him against further matches, demonstrating his loyalty and wisdom.

Significant Themes

• Deduction vs. Brute Force: The Heavenly Mystery Pavilion's deduction Mystical Art is contrasted with the brute force displayed by the undefeated cultivator, highlighting the different approaches to combat.
• Hubris and Humility: Wang Yan's initial confidence leads to his defeat, while his subsequent determination to show "filial piety" suggests a shift towards humility and learning from his loss.

Character Interactions

• Wang Yan and Su Qiming: Their interaction shows Wang Yan's determination and Su Qiming's concern and wisdom, with the latter trying to advise the former against further matches.
• Wang Yan and the Undefeated Cultivator: Their interaction, though brief, highlights the stark contrast between their combat styles and the undefeated cultivator's overwhelming power.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Gu Chengming encounters an opponent from the Heavenly Secrets Pavilion with exceptional predictive abilities, which he identifies using a Son Coin.
• Gu Chengming decides to stop participating in the mirror battles due to the attention his "Call me Dad if you lose" account has garnered.
• The story of "Call me Dad if you lose" spreads as an urban legend in Fuyu City, with people believing it to be the name of an ancient Sword Dao Supreme.
• Ji Yixi deduces that the disaster in Fuyu City is connected to a specific name, which she aims to identify.
• Fu Xiaoxiao arrives in Fuyu City with the Joyful Union Sect disciples for the Sect Competition. She warns Su Qiuzhi not to seek out Gu Chengming during the competition.

Character Developments

• Gu Chengming: He obtains two Son Coins, boosting his Sword Intent and perception. He decides to stop participating in the mirror battles due to the unwanted attention.
• Ji Yixi: She becomes more determined to find the specific name that will trigger the disaster in Fuyu City.
• Fu Xiaoxiao: She arrives in Fuyu City as the acting Sect Master of the Joyful Union Sect. She warns Su Qiuzhi not to seek out Gu Chengming during the competition.

Significant Themes

• The power of names and true names.
• The consequences of drawing unwanted attention.
• The responsibilities of leadership (as seen through Fu Xiaoxiao's actions).

Character Interactions

• Gu Chengming and Yu Wenqiu: Yu Wenqiu shares the rumors about the "Call me Dad if you lose" account, causing Gu Chengming to decide to stop participating in the mirror battles.
• Ji Yixi and the little dragon: Ji Yixi shares her findings about the name that will trigger the disaster in Fuyu City with the little dragon.
• Fu Xiaoxiao and Su Qiuzhi: Fu Xiaoxiao warns Su Qiuzhi not to seek out Gu Chengming during the competition, highlighting her role as the acting Sect Master.