Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Cheng family, involved in human trafficking, faces trouble when a new Prefect, known for his integrity, starts investigating a child abduction case.
• Desperate, the Cheng family decides to perform a ritual to summon an Evil Immortal and asks for the destruction of the Prefect, his family, and the entire dynasty.
• Pei Ling, an 'Outer Immortal', manipulates the situation, appearing as 'Yan Immortal', and grants the Cheng family a prophecy of world destruction, resonating with their evil desires.
• Pei Ling plans to recruit more such individuals to gain power from their negative emotions. Meanwhile, he senses trouble with Jade Snow Bat, his connection, and sends power to aid it.

Character Developments

• The Cheng family shows their desperation and willingness to commit evil acts, revealing their true nature.
• Pei Ling demonstrates his ability to manipulate events and people, furthering his goals.

Significant Themes

• Evil and corruption: The Cheng family's actions and the Prefect's response highlight the theme of evil and corruption in society.
• Manipulation and power: Pei Ling's actions show how power can be used to manipulate and control others.

Character Interactions

• The Cheng family interacts with Pei Ling indirectly through their ritual, with Pei Ling manipulating their actions to suit his needs.
• Pei Ling and Jade Snow Bat, his connection, interact through a mysterious connection that allows power transfer.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jade Snow Bat, an immortal, kills an Original Immortal after her power suddenly increases upon calling out "Master, save me!"
• A month later, in the Great Liang Kingdom's capital, an investigation reveals that an Evil Immortal named 'Ning' is reviving, with a follower named Ye Hui possessing an artifact called the Immortal Blasphemy Stone Tablet, suspected to hold the secret to mortal ascension to immortality.
• The Sign Commander, upon learning of the tablet's existence, rates the threat level as "Grade A" and prepares to summon all available personnel to eliminate the Evil Immortal.
• News arrives that another Evil Immortal, 'Yue', is also reviving, causing chaos in Mihe Prefecture by impregnating women and creating evil fallen offspring.

Character Developments

• Jade Snow Bat: Shows increased power after calling out to her 'Master', suggesting a hidden connection or secret.
• Ye Hui: Transforms from an ordinary youth to a powerful figure, using his newfound abilities to cruelly punish those who had previously bullied him.
• The Sign Commander: Recognizes the severity of the situation and takes immediate action to address the threat posed by the reviving Evil Immortals.

Significant Themes

• Power and its consequences: Both Jade Snow Bat and Ye Hui experience increased power, leading to significant changes in their behavior and the world around them.
• The blurring of lines between mortals and immortals: The Immortal Blasphemy Stone Tablet challenges the established order, as mortals gain access to immortal powers.
• The threat of Evil Immortals: The revival of 'Ning' and 'Yue' causes widespread chaos and danger, highlighting the need for swift action to prevent further disaster.

Character Interactions

• Jade Snow Bat and the Original Immortal: Their interaction results in the Original Immortal's death, revealing Jade Snow Bat's increased power and hinting at a secret connection.
• Ye Hui and his former tormentors: Ye Hui's newfound power allows him to exact revenge on those who had previously bullied him, demonstrating the consequences of his transformation.
• The Sign Commander and his subordinates: The Sign Commander interacts with his subordinates to gather information and coordinate a response to the threat posed by the reviving Evil Immortals.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Five Evil Immortals have revived: 'Di', 'Yan', 'Fu', 'Yue', and 'Ning'.
• The Commander of Dian Qian Shu records their actions and danger levels.
• The priority order for dealing with the Evil Immortals is set: 'Yue' and 'Ning' first, followed by 'Yan' and 'Di', with 'Fu' last.
• The Commander decides to report to the Court-Appointed True Immortals and the Emperor immediately.

Character Developments

• The Commander of Dian Qian Shu demonstrates his responsibility and decisiveness in the face of crisis.
• The incense master, Yang Lu, shows his devotion to 'Ning' Immortal and his willingness to defy the imperial court.

Significant Themes

• The distinction between True Immortals and Evil Immortals, and the true nature of immortality.
• The power dynamics between immortals, the imperial court, and the common people.
• The potential consequences of immortals meddling in the mortal world.

Character Interactions

• The Commander of Dian Qian Shu interacts with his subordinates, demonstrating his leadership and strategic thinking.
• Yang Lu interacts with the followers of 'Ning' Immortal, fostering their loyalty and determination to spread 'Ning' Immortal's fame.
• The interactions between the imperial court, True Immortals, and Evil Immortals hint at the complex political and supernatural landscape of the world.

Yang Xiangzhu, now renamed Yang Lu after witnessing the 'Ning' Immortal stone tablet, shares his experience with his followers. He reveals that he was once a sickly seventy-three-year-old man but has been rejuvenated after seeing the tablet. He explains that to witness the tablet, one must bring a thousand followers who are loyal to the 'Ning' Immortal and not influenced by other Immortals or the imperial court. He also hints at the use of force to convert non-believers. Suddenly, soldiers led by two men in black robes storm the hall, but Yang Lu effortlessly defeats them, demonstrating his newfound power. His followers are awestruck and eager to spread the 'Ning' Immortal's fame, hoping to gain similar rewards and immortality.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Yang Lu, a leader of followers worshipping 'Ning' Immortal, defeats numerous court experts single-handedly, convincing his followers of the 'Ning' Immortal's power.
• The followers disperse to spread the 'Ning' Immortal's name and teachings.
• Prefect Lu Yingxiao, who has been secretly supporting Yang Lu, warns him about the court's intensifying hostility towards 'Ning' Immortal and the possible intervention of powerful officials and True Immortals.
• Yang Lu expresses confidence in 'Ning' Immortal's power and the eventual triumph of their cause.

Character Developments

• Yang Lu: Gains confidence and respect from his followers after demonstrating his power. Shows indifference towards Prefect Lu Yingxiao, indicating his growing status and pride.
• Prefect Lu Yingxiao: Becomes more respectful and submissive towards Yang Lu, revealing his fear of 'Ning' Immortal's power and his desire to align himself with the winning side.

Significant Themes

• Power and Respect: Yang Lu's display of power earns him respect from his followers and Prefect Lu Yingxiao.
• Right and Wrong: The 'Ning' Immortal is portrayed as benevolent for sharing the Method of Becoming an Immortal, while the True Immortals are criticized for hiding this secret.
• Mortality vs. Immortality: The desire for eternal life drives both the followers and the imperial family to seek out 'Ning' Immortal's teachings.

Character Interactions

• Yang Lu and Prefect Lu Yingxiao: Their interaction reveals Yang Lu's growing power and status, as well as Prefect Lu Yingxiao's submissive and respectful attitude towards Yang Lu.
• Yang Lu and his followers: Yang Lu's defeat of the court experts convinces his followers of 'Ning' Immortal's power and their eagerness to spread his teachings.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lu Yingxiao, a local official, proposes to spread the worship of the 'Ning' Immortal to the imperial court, believing it will bring him great rewards.
• Yang Lu, the incense master, realizes the significance of Lu Yingxiao's proposal and decides to report it to Leader Ye.
• Lin Cai Shi, now powerful and confident, invites her female relatives and friends to a gathering, revealing her control over the Lin Clan and presenting her demonic children.

Character Developments

• Lu Yingxiao: Shows ambition and strategic thinking, aiming to gain rewards by spreading the 'Ning' Immortal's name.
• Yang Lu: Recognizes the potential in Lu Yingxiao's proposal, indicating his growing political acumen.
• Lin Cai Shi: Has become confident and powerful, now controlling the Lin Clan and presenting her demonic children, showing her transformation from a victim to a dominant figure.

Significant Themes

• Ambition and Power: Characters like Lu Yingxiao and Lin Cai Shi display ambition, seeking power and influence.
• Transformation and Redemption: Lin Cai Shi's transformation from a victim to a powerful figure highlights the theme of redemption and change.
• Cultivation and Immortality: The 'Ning' Immortal and the desire to worship it reflect the characters' pursuit of power, longevity, and immortality.

Character Interactions

• Lu Yingxiao and Yang Lu: Their interaction shows Lu Yingxiao's eagerness to spread the 'Ning' Immortal's name and Yang Lu's recognition of the proposal's potential.
• Lin Cai Shi and her female relatives: Their interaction reveals Lin Cai Shi's newfound power and confidence, as well as the shock and fear her demonic children cause.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The ten strange children, upon hearing Lin Cai Shi's instructions, become docile and respectful.
• They bring a dead cow from the manor and, using their strength, tear it apart for a banquet.
• Lin Cai Shi encourages her sisters to worship the 'Yue' Immortal and have children like hers.
• Ning Wuye, underground, learns of his disciples' plight and decides to help them.
• Zhong Kui Yueji, in the deep sea, receives a prayer from a group of women asking for abundant offspring.

Character Developments

• The ten strange children display obedience and strength, indicating their filial piety and respect for their mother's wishes.
• Lin Cai Shi shows affection towards her sons and a desire to help her sisters, revealing her maternal and caring nature.
• Ning Wuye demonstrates concern for his disciples' well-being, showing his benevolence and responsibility as a master.
• Zhong Kui Yueji shows no reaction to the unusual food preference, indicating his tolerance and adaptability.

Significant Themes

• Filial piety and respect for family, as shown by the children's obedience and Lin Cai Shi's care for her sisters.
• Benevolence and responsibility, exhibited by Ning Wuye's concern for his disciples.
• Adaptability and tolerance, demonstrated by Zhong Kui Yueji's reaction to the unusual food preference.

Character Interactions

• Lin Cai Shi interacts with her sisters, encouraging them to worship the 'Yue' Immortal and have children like hers.
• Ning Wuye interacts with his disciples through their prayers, showing concern for their well-being.
• Zhong Kui Yueji interacts with the group of women through their prayer, granting them blessings for abundant offspring.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhong Kui Yueji, the Crown Prince, has been granting fertility blessings to disciples, unintentionally growing his reputation among mortals.
• In the Great Liang Kingdom, the Duxian Association, followers of the "Ning" Evil Immortal, is rapidly growing in power and influence, with even high-level officials considering enshrining the "Ning" Immortal.
• The "Yue" Immortal has taken control of the north, causing chaos as women bear evil offspring who respect their mothers but terrorize others.
• The "Di" Immortal rules the coast, instilling fear in the populace with brutal demands and rituals.
• The world is in chaos, with the Great Liang Kingdom struggling to control the situation.
• Pei Ling, the "Yan" Immortal, is growing stronger due to increased believers. He plans to descend to the Immortal Kingdom on the eleventh day of the third month of Xianxi Year Six.

Character Developments

• Zhong Kui Yueji shows understanding and compassion towards the mortal desire for children.
• Pei Ling's strength grows with the increase in believers, and he plans to use this to his advantage.

Significant Themes

• The power of belief and its influence on immortals.
• The chaos and consequences of unchecked power.
• The struggle between different immortals and their followers.

Character Interactions

• Zhong Kui Yueji interacts with his disciples, granting their wishes for children.
• Pei Ling interacts with his followers, responding to their prayers and arranging his descent.
• The "Yue" Immortal's followers interact with the northern population, causing chaos and fear.
• The "Di" Immortal's followers interact with their populace, instilling fear and obedience.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ji Changfu, Gui Hengqiu, and Chu Mo explore the Abyss, encountering "Original Immortals" and harvesting their power.
• Ji Changfu receives prayers directed at him, leading him to a group of people worshipping an "Evil Immortal 'Ning'," which he suspects might be related to Kang Yan.
• One month later, in the capital city of Great Liang Kingdom, a report reveals that the "Yan" Immortal plans to descend on the mortal realm on the eleventh day of the third month, intending to destroy the world with other Immortals. The Commander of Dian Qian Shu decides to open the secret vault and annihilate the followers of "Yan" Immortal.

Character Developments

• Ji Changfu: He shows calmness and strategic thinking, using the prayers to gain information and planning to use the Tower of Reincarnation cultivators to find Kang Yan.
• Gui Hengqiu: She demonstrates no hesitation in harvesting the power of "Original Immortals," but feels unease about the constant whispers in her ears.
• The Commander of Dian Qian Shu: He takes the threat of the "Yan" Immortal seriously and decides to open the secret vault to protect the Great Liang Kingdom.

Significant Themes

• The struggle between "True Immortals" and "Evil Immortals" for control over the mortal world.
• The consequences of cultivators' actions on the mortal world.
• The power dynamics between cultivators and mortals.

Character Interactions

• Ji Changfu, Gui Hengqiu, and Chu Mo work together to explore the Abyss and harvest power from "Original Immortals."
• The Commander of Dian Qian Shu interacts with his high-ranking officials, deciding on a course of action to deal with the threat of the "Yan" Immortal.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The chapter is set in Year Six of Xianxi, with Pei Ling, an Immortal, awaiting March 11th for a power boost from his followers' prayers.
• On March 11th, Pei Ling unleashes his [Grievance Nightmare divine abilities] on his followers, draining them of their life force and enhancing his power.
• Despite the deaths of his followers, the prayers continue, and Pei Ling realizes he's experiencing the Eternal Night Whisper, allowing him to observe the mortal realm further.
• Original Immortals of the world, sensing Pei Ling's intrusion, attack him in the starry sky.

Character Developments

• Pei Ling: Becomes stronger due to his followers' prayers but faces danger from the Original Immortals.
• Followers of the "Yan" Immortal: Die after their life force is drained by Pei Ling.
• Original Immortals: Attack Pei Ling in the starry sky.

Significant Themes

• The power of faith and its consequences.
• The struggle between Immortals and the forces of the world.
• The theme of déjà vu and familiarity.

Character Interactions

• Pei Ling interacts with his followers through their prayers.
• The Original Immortals confront Pei Ling in the starry sky.
• Dian Qian Shu members observe the "Yan" Immortal believers from a distance.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The leader of an operation against the Evil Immortal 'Yan' delays the attack to wait for all followers to arrive.
• The Evil Immortal 'Yan' appears, killing all its followers in a single strike.
• The operation leader orders the destruction of the corpses to prevent future trouble.

Character Developments

• The leader demonstrates strategic thinking and caution in dealing with the Evil Immortal 'Yan'.
• The followers show discipline and fear in the face of the Evil Immortal's power.

Significant Themes

• The brutal and unpredictable nature of the Evil Immortal 'Yan'.
• The necessity of caution and thoroughness in dealing with powerful enemies.

Character Interactions

• The leader interacts with his subordinates, giving orders and ensuring their safety.
• The followers interact with each other, showing fear and awe in the face of the Evil Immortal's power.

Pei Ling's Story

• Pei Ling is heavily injured and surrounded by "Original Immortals" in the Fallen Immortal dreamscape.
• He realizes that the mortals' prayers are evolving into the Eternal Night Whisper, threatening his mind and self.
• He decides to use his last Void Heaven Realm Seed to escape the dreamscape before it's too late.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Pei Ling faces attacks from "Original Immortals" in the Fallen Immortal dreamscape.
• He uses the System to cultivate the [Great Evolution Curse of Inner Demons], which requires Deity Transformation cultivation.
• The System provides an offering and Pei Ling realizes he's currently an "Immortal" with cultivation surpassing Deity Transformation.
• Pei Ling is attacked again, but the System chooses a prayer from believers of the "Yan" Immortal.
• Pei Ling descends into the mortal realm, leaving the "Original Immortals" searching in vain.

Character Developments

• Pei Ling: He uses the System to attempt to escape his desperate situation, showing adaptability and quick thinking. He also realizes his current powerful status in the dreamscape.
• The "Original Immortals": They display aggression and determination in their attacks on Pei Ling, but later show frustration and unwillingness when they can't find him.

Significant Themes

• The power of belief and prayers, as seen in the "Yan" Immortal's believers.
• The consequences of missed opportunities, highlighted by the believers' desperation to reach Ludong Prefecture in time.

Character Interactions

• Pei Ling interacts with the System, using it to cultivate and ultimately descend into the mortal realm.
• The "Original Immortals" interact with Pei Ling through aggressive attacks, showing their unity and determination.
• The believers of the "Yan" Immortal interact with Pei Ling through their prayer, although they are unaware of his presence.

1. Key Plot Points and Events

• Ye Hui, the leader of the "Ascension Association," is favored by the "Ning" Immortal and has become the strongest due to the Immortal's protection.
• The "Ascension Association" learns about the prophecy of "Yan" Immortal's world destruction and plans to take advantage of the situation.
• Ye Hui decides to pray to "Ning" Immortal before acting, showing his piety and seeking guidance.
• The System, controlling Pei Ling, descends into the mortal realm and uses [Bewitch Soul Divine Abilities] to control all of Pei Ling's followers.
• The System begins to cultivate the [Great Evolution Curse of Inner Demons] using the controlled followers as offerings.

2. Character Developments

• Ye Hui: Shows his power and influence as the leader of the "Ascension Association," demonstrating his piety towards "Ning" Immortal and his strategic thinking.
• Pei Ling: Becomes a puppet for the System, who uses him to control his followers and cultivate a curse.

3. Significant Themes

• Power and Influence: Ye Hui's power and influence are evident in his control over the "Ascension Association" and his connection to "Ning" Immortal.
• Piety and Belief: Both Ye Hui and Pei Ling's followers show extreme piety and belief in their respective Immortals, affecting their actions and decisions.
• Control and Manipulation: The System's use of [Bewitch Soul Divine Abilities] showcases its ability to control and manipulate characters in the dream world.

4. Character Interactions

• Ye Hui and his subordinates: Ye Hui interacts with his subordinates, giving orders and receiving reports, demonstrating his leadership and their respect for him.
• Pei Ling and his followers: The System, controlling Pei Ling, interacts with his followers, using them as offerings for the [Great Evolution Curse of Inner Demons].

Key Plot Points and Events

• Three ancient, powerful entities awaken in a chaotic nebula, sensing an outsider threat (the Human Race) that could awaken a dangerous presence and annihilate their world.
• The entities decide to eliminate the Human Race and the Four Great Demonic Sects, who have been exploring the dangerous presence's secrets.
• They spare a Demon Race member, Jade Snow Bat, due to her hatred for humans and her potential as an ally against the Demonic Sects.

Character Developments

• Pei Ling, the protagonist, regains control of his body after a cultivation session and decides to leave the dreamscape and the Eternal Night Desert.
• Jade Snow Bat, unaware of the entities' intervention, continues her tyrannical rule over humans in the dreamscape.

Significant Themes

• The threat of the unknown and ancient powers.
• The conflict between the Human Race and the Demonic Sects, and their potential alliance with other races.
• The potential for unexpected alliances, as seen with Jade Snow Bat.

Character Interactions

• The three entities communicate and make decisions together, demonstrating unity and shared purpose.
• Pei Ling interacts with the mortal world through a prayer, observing a city's scene and deciding to gather information there.
• Jade Snow Bat is unaware of the entities' intervention, continuing her rule over humans in the dreamscape.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Pei Ling, controlled by the System, descends to the mortal realm and inadvertently causes a city's inhabitants to mutate into monsters upon seeing his true appearance.
• He uses the Bewitch Soul Divine Abilities to control the mutated monsters but decides to eliminate them to prevent further danger.
• Pei Ling cultivates the Great Evolution Curse of Inner Demons to cleanse the city, then moves on to the next city, concealing his appearance to avoid further mutations.
• Ten days later, a war between the Daliang nation and the Duxian Association is raging. Pei Ling observes a strategic city under threat from the enemy, who uses a powerful array attack.

Character Developments

• Pei Ling learns that mortals cannot withstand his true appearance and must conceal it to avoid causing harm.
• Pei Ling demonstrates his willingness to protect mortals by deciding to eliminate the mutated monsters and later investigating the war to prevent further loss of life.

Significant Themes

• The impact of Pei Ling's divine presence on mortals, leading to mutations and chaos.
• The consequences of war and the struggle for power, as seen in the conflict between the Daliang nation and the Duxian Association.

Character Interactions

• Pei Ling interacts with the System, which controls his actions and provides cultivation assistance.
• Pei Ling observes the old general and the city's defenses, showing empathy for their plight.
• Pei Ling witnesses the enemy's array attack, indicating the presence of powerful enemies in the mortal realm.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Pei Ling observes the Duxian Association, suspecting that an immortal ("Ning" or "Yue") underwent tribulation in the Eternal Night Desert.
• A group of women, led by a woman named "Yue," enters the Immortal Mother Hall. They are followers of "Yue" Immortal and plan to abduct Princess Zhuangshu to make her a follower as well.
• Pei Ling overhears their plans and decides not to intervene, as his current goal is to meet "Ning" Immortal.

Character Developments

• Pei Ling remains focused on his mission, showing no interest in the women's plans.
• The women, followers of "Yue" Immortal, display arrogance and disdain for other women who are not under "Yue"'s protection.

Significant Themes

• Power Dynamics: The women's plan to abduct Princess Zhuangshu reflects their desire to gain more power and influence.
• Religion and Belief: The women's devotion to "Yue" Immortal and their disdain for other women's beliefs highlight the theme of religious fervor and its consequences.

Character Interactions

• The women interact with each other, discussing their plans and expressing their devotion to "Yue" Immortal.
• Pei Ling observes the women but does not interact with them, showing no interest in their plans.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Immortals 'Ning' and 'Yue' are worshipped by mortals, with 'Ning' gaining significant attention for his benevolence.
• Pei Ling, under the alias Wang Gao, observes Immortal 'Ning' and learns about his influence.
• Immortal 'Ning' receives prayers from mortals, expressing their suffering under the current imperial court.
• Pei Ling and Immortal 'Ning' (Ning Wuye) communicate telepathically, with Pei Ling seeking a way to leave the dream world.

Character Developments

• Pei Ling: Maintains his disguise as Wang Gao, shows concern for mortal lives, and demonstrates strategic thinking.
• Immortal 'Ning' (Ning Wuye): Reveals his affiliation with the Cold Abyss Sword Sect, shows curiosity about Pei Ling's presence, and expresses concern for the welfare of mortals.

Significant Themes

• The influence of Immortals on mortals and their relationship with the imperial court.
• The consequences of revealing one's true appearance in the dream world.
• The struggle between Immortals and the Fallen Immortal's influence.

Character Interactions

• Pei Ling and Immortal 'Ning' (Ning Wuye): Engage in telepathic communication, with Pei Ling seeking information and Ning Wuye trying to verify Pei Ling's identity.
• Immortal 'Ning' (Ning Wuye) and the mortals: Interact through prayers, with mortals expressing their suffering and seeking 'Ning's' help.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Pei Ling (Wang Gao) communicates telepathically with Ning Wuye (Sword Son) about their experiences in the Eternal Night Desert and the Fallen Immortal dream.
• They discuss the Awakening Sword Jade, a dream-created item that can only be used within the dream to awaken.
• Ning Wuye reveals he was sent to the Eternal Night Desert on his sect's instructions.
• They share information about the dream's dangers, including the Fallen Immortal's will and the Three Pillar Immortals.

Character Developments

• Pei Ling shows resourcefulness and courage, having escaped Ji Changfu and survived the Eternal Night Desert.
• Ning Wuye demonstrates knowledge and caution, revealing only necessary information about his mission.

Significant Themes

• The power of dreams and the will of the Fallen Immortal.
• The dangers and mysteries of the Eternal Night Desert.
• The pursuit of immortality and its consequences, as seen in the Immortal Mother Hall's actions.

Character Interactions

• Pei Ling and Ning Wuye exchange information and gain mutual understanding about the dream world.
• The Princess and her officials clash over the investigation into the Duxian Association, leading to an attack by the Immortal Mother Hall's offspring.

Additional Details

• Ji Changfu, the Young Sect Master of the Innate Religion, is revealed to be in the dream world.
• The Immortal Mother Hall's offspring are shown to be brutal and terrifying, contrasting with the Duxian Association's methods.

In "My Name, Yan," the Immortal Mother Hall invades Pillow Cloud Villa, where Princess Zhuangshu resides. They are accompanied by monstrous offspring, which they command to kill everyone except the Princess. The guards are no match for these creatures, and the courtyard becomes a bloody battleground. A maidservant, revealed to be a Tree Spirit, protects the Princess but is eventually overwhelmed and killed. The Immortal Mother Hall captures the Princess to offer her as a sacrifice to their immortal, 'Yue.' Just as they're about to begin the ritual, Pei Ling, an outsider, appears and rescues the Princess. He reveals his name, 'Yan,' and uses his powers to control the Evil Immortal offspring, turning them against the Immortal Mother Hall women. The chapter ends with the Immortal Mother Hall women terrified and surrounded by their own offspring.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhong Kui Yueji, in the dream world, learns of the "Ascension Association's" war against the imperial court and instructs his disciples to cooperate.
• In the human realm, Pei Ling, disguised as Wang Gao, encounters "Yue" and witnesses him killing his own believers. Pei Ling then uses the System to cultivate the Great Evolution Curse of Inner Demons.
• Princess Zhuangshu, who was investigating private sacrifices to Evil Immortals, offers to take Pei Ling to meet her "offerings" for him.

Character Developments

• Zhong Kui Yueji shows his power and ruthlessness by killing "Yan" and his believers without hesitation.
• Pei Ling demonstrates his cunning and resourcefulness by using the System to cultivate and accepting Princess Zhuangshu's offer.
• Princess Zhuangshu reveals her true intentions, showing that she is not just a pawn of the imperial court.

Significant Themes

• The conflict between different factions (the "Ascension Association," the imperial court, and the Demonic Sect) is a central theme.
• The power dynamics between Immortals and humans, and the consequences of meddling with Immortal affairs, are also prominent themes.

Character Interactions

• Zhong Kui Yueji and Pei Ling (disguised as Wang Gao) have a silent standoff, with Zhong Kui Yueji killing "Yan" and Pei Ling transmitting his voice to question him.
• Pei Ling and Princess Zhuangshu interact, with Pei Ling communicating through spirit fire and the princess revealing her true intentions.