Ch. 321The Emperor Was Wise; the Gods Were Useless
Key Plot Points and Events
- The Illusion Dream Lord of Gods, a deity, enters a human body to investigate a potential catastrophe.
- The human, Sun Wu, is revealed to be the cause of the impending disaster, aiming for "Juedi Tongtian" (total annihilation) to save humanity.
- Sun Wu is possessed by an ancient artifact that can grant wishes, which he uses to wish for the destruction of the world.
- The future shows the world's Spiritual Veins shattered and all life annihilated, prompting the Gods to intervene.
Character Developments
- Sun Wu: Initially seen as a victim, he is revealed to be the antagonist, driven by a misguided desire to save humanity.
- The Illusion Dream Lord of Gods: Realizes the severity of the situation and tries to reason with Sun Wu, understanding the human heart and the power of sincerity.
Significant Themes
- The power of human desire and its consequences.
- The relationship between humans and deities, and the role of faith.
- The cyclical nature of civilizations and their creations.
Character Interactions
- Sun Wu and the Illusion Dream Lord of Gods: The deity tries to reason with Sun Wu, attempting to understand his motives and change his mind.
- Sun Wu and the ancient civilization: Sun Wu's actions mirror those of an ancient civilization that was destroyed by a wish-granting artifact.