Ch. 1961Taking Refuge
Key Plot Points and Events
- Shi Yue obtains blueprints for refining a Houtian Immortal Artifact, "Gan Guang Ding," and the deployment method for the "Nine Heavens Slaughter Immortal Sword Array" from the Golden Que Jade Book.
- Shi Yue learns that one of the refining materials, Gold Marrow Jade, is already in his possession.
- The Azure Moon Immortal Couple and White Moon Sword Venerable visit Shi Yue, offering gifts and pledging allegiance. Shi Yue assigns them tasks to prove their loyalty.
- Shi Yue learns about a secret realm with spiritual-depriving energy from Xie Chong, which might contain treasures.
Character Developments
- Shi Yue: Shows interest in refining Houtian Immortal Artifacts and increases his power by accepting potential allies.
- Azure Moon Immortal Couple: Seek to pledge allegiance to Shi Yue and are willing to undertake dangerous tasks to prove themselves.
- White Moon Sword Venerable: Offers a page of the Golden Que Jade Book and seeks a spiritual item to break through to the Mahayana Stage.
- Xie Chong: Continues to search for Ning Wuque's whereabouts and discovers a secret realm with potential treasures.
Significant Themes
- Power dynamics and alliances in the cultivation world.
- The pursuit of treasures and resources to enhance one's cultivation.
- The dangers and opportunities presented by secret realms and ancient sites.
Character Interactions
- Shi Yue interacts with the Azure Moon Immortal Couple and White Moon Sword Venerable, testing their loyalty and assigning them tasks.
- Shi Yue communicates with Xie Chong about the secret realm and the ongoing search for Ning Wuque.
- Xiaoyaozi provides information and assistance to Shi Yue regarding the Golden Que Jade Book and the refining of Houtian Immortal Artifacts.