Ch. 21Saints and Dao Ancestor Both Backed Down? Cultivation and Combat Power Ranking to Be Revealed in a Thousand Years?
Key Plot Points and Events
- The Supreme Hongmeng Ranking distributes rewards to the top 30 cultivators, causing a stir among the Myriad Races.
- Hongjun, the Dao Ancestor, shows displeasure at the lack of respect from the Three Pure Ones and Nuwa.
- Hongyun merges with his rewards, potentially increasing his strength to match or surpass Saints.
- Hongmeng Palace's guardians (Shenni, Ancestral Dragon, Yuan Feng, and First Qilin) appear, deterring Hongjun from attacking.
- Hongjun and the Five Great Sages retreat, fearing Hongmeng Palace's power.
- The Supreme Hongmeng Ranking announces the upcoming Cultivation Battle Power Ranking in a thousand years.
Character Developments
- Hongjun's authority as Dao Ancestor is challenged by the Supreme Hongmeng Ranking's rewards.
- Hongyun's strength increases significantly after merging with his rewards, potentially making him a match for Saints.
- Nuwa avoids Hongjun's gaze, unwilling to hand over her reward spot, showing a shift in her attitude towards him.
- The Three Pure Ones, Jieyin, and Zhunti show dissatisfaction with their rewards, hinting at potential future conflicts.
Significant Themes
- Power Dynamics: The distribution of rewards shifts the balance of power among the Myriad Races and the Six Sages.
- Fear and Respect: Hongjun's hesitation and eventual retreat highlight the growing fear and respect for Hongmeng Palace's power.
- Ambition and Cultivation: The announcement of the upcoming Cultivation Battle Power Ranking sparks ambition and a renewed focus on cultivation among the Myriad Races.
Character Interactions
- Hongjun and Hongyun: Tension and potential conflict between the Dao Ancestor and the leader of Hongmeng Palace.
- Nuwa and Hongjun: Nuwa's avoidance of Hongjun suggests a cooling of their relationship.
- The Three Pure Ones and Hongjun: The Three Pure Ones' focus on their rewards rather than Hongjun's presence indicates a shift in their respect for him.
- Hongyun and the guardians of Hongmeng Palace: Their appearance and deterrent effect show the strong bond and unity among the Hongmeng Palace cultivators.