Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shen Mo ponders about the unknown female immortal who saved him and left him the Jade Slip.
• He infers that she has a feud with Venerable Myriad Saints and might be the one Venerable Myriad Saints is trying to kill.
• Shen Mo concludes that she saved him because he disrupted Venerable Myriad Saints' plans at Five Dragon Mountain.
• He decides not to dwell on the matter further and focuses on settling down on Jade Spring Mountain.

Character Developments

• Shen Mo demonstrates analytical skills and deductive reasoning, showing growth in his understanding of the cultivation world's complexities.
• The unknown female immortal is revealed to be a True Immortal with a feud against Venerable Myriad Saints, showing kindness towards Shen Mo.

Significant Themes

• Karma and fate: Shen Mo believes the female immortal's actions towards him might be sowing good karma for future assistance.
• Power dynamics: True Immortals are portrayed as beings of immense power and influence, with their actions affecting the lives of lower-level cultivators significantly.

Character Interactions

• Shen Mo interacts with the old Daoist priest, who shows him a dilapidated sect gate for sale, marking Shen Mo's first step in settling down on Jade Spring Mountain.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shen Mo arrives at Jade Spring Mountain to find a place for the Qingyun Cave Heaven.
• He discovers the dilapidated Fulong Immortal Sect's gate and decides to purchase it.
• Shen Mo and True Person Bian, the Sect Master of the Fulong Sect, negotiate the sale.
• The Fulong Sect cultivators relocate, dismantling their structures and moving out.

Character Developments

• Shen Mo: Shows interest in purchasing the Fulong Sect's gate for the Qingyun Cave Heaven. He agrees to True Person Bian's request to allow a future purchase of one-tenth of the land if he establishes a Divine Bridge.
• True Person Bian: Desperate to save his sect, he agrees to sell the sect gate's heartland to Shen Mo, hoping to use the resources to cultivate and potentially revive the sect's glory.

Significant Themes

• Decline and Revival: The Fulong Immortal Sect's decline and True Person Bian's hope for revival.
• Gambling and Risk: The sect's gamble on True Person Bian's cultivation and the risk involved.
• Resources and Cultivation: The importance of spiritual material resources for cultivation and the sect's struggle to obtain them.

Character Interactions

• Shen Mo and True Person Bian: They interact as buyer and seller, with Shen Mo showing understanding towards True Person Bian's situation and agreeing to his request.
• The Fulong Sect cultivators and the Chiyan Sect disciples: They interact during the relocation process, with the Chiyan Sect disciples helping the Fulong Sect cultivators.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shen Mo offers to escort True Person Bian, but the latter declines, planning to use a Teleportation Array instead.
• Shen Mo reflects on the history and governance of Jade Spring Mountain.
• The construction of the mountain-protecting formation is underway, expected to be completed in two to three months.

Character Developments

• Shen Mo shows concern for True Person Bian's safety, demonstrating his goodwill.
• True Person Bian maintains a humble and respectful attitude towards Shen Mo.

Significant Themes

• The relationship between Jade Spring Mountain's forces and the Jade Spring Fairy.
• The importance of a stable environment for cultivation and sect development.
• The need for interaction with the outside world to broaden horizons and drive progress.

Character Interactions

• Shen Mo and True Person Bian have a polite and respectful exchange, with Shen Mo showing concern and True Person Bian maintaining a humble attitude.
• Shen Mo reflects on the past, mentioning the 'Immortal' who subdued the True Dragon on Five Dragon Mountain, hinting at a connection with Fulong True Monarch.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shen Mo releases three Demon Soul Generals to guard Chiyan Sect disciples constructing a sect-protecting formation at Fulong Immortal Sect.
• Shen Mo appears at Blood Snake Ridge, a million li away from Jade Spring Mountain, to claim territory for resource mining.
• He clears the area of Fourth Order Yao Beasts, captures two as sect Guardians, and leaves lower-level Yao Beasts for disciples' training.
• Shen Mo learns about the area's name, Blood Snake Ridge, and finds it inhabited by numerous small, blood-red snakes of little use.
• He selects a site for Chiyan Sect disciples, constructs a Yin-Yang Five Elements Formation, and sets up a network of Teleportation Arrays for easy travel.
• Three months later, formations and arrays are completed, and Shen Mo activates the sect-protecting formation, settling the Blessed Land within it.

Character Developments

• Shen Mo demonstrates his strategic planning and powerful abilities in claiming territory and protecting his sect.
• Chiyan Sect disciples show dedication to their tasks, constructing formations and arrays under Shen Mo's guidance.

Significant Themes

• Resource acquisition and territory claiming are crucial for a sect's survival and prosperity.
• The establishment of formations and arrays signifies the sect's growing power and organization.
• Shen Mo's actions reflect his determination to rebuild Chiyan Sect's strength and status.

Character Interactions

• Shen Mo interacts with his Demon Soul Generals, using them to secure the sect's new territory.
• He communicates with Chiyan Sect disciples, guiding them in constructing formations and arrays.
• Shen Mo's actions indirectly affect the lives of Yao Beasts and rogue cultivators in Blood Snake Ridge.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Chiyan Sect's disciples leave Jade Spring Mountain for various reasons: sect missions, guarding the Blood Snake Ridge stronghold, or for training and experience.
• Disciples remaining in the cave heaven engage in cultivation and daily tasks to maintain the sect's operations.
• Neighboring forces visit the Chiyan Sect to probe its background and intentions.
• Shen Mo secludes himself at the Blood Snake Ridge stronghold to cultivate and strengthen his Demon Soul Generals.

Character Developments

• Shen Mo, the Sect Master, focuses on cultivation and strengthening his Demon Soul Generals, aiming to improve his combat power.
• Disciples show initiative in leaving the cave heaven for various purposes, demonstrating their eagerness to grow and gain experience.

Significant Themes

• Cultivation and Growth: Disciples and Shen Mo actively engage in cultivation and tasks to improve themselves and the sect.
• Interaction and Alliances: Neighboring forces visit the Chiyan Sect, highlighting the importance of alliances and understanding in the Immortal Realm.
• Power and Influence: The Chiyan Sect's purchase of the Fulong Immortal Sect's mountain gate and Shen Mo's cultivation level attract attention, emphasizing the sect's growing power and influence.

Character Interactions

• Shen Mo and the Demon Soul Generals: Shen Mo interacts with and strengthens his Demon Soul Generals, demonstrating his control over them.
• Chiyan Sect Disciples and the Sect: Disciples leave for various tasks, showing their connection to and support of the sect.
• Neighboring Forces and the Chiyan Sect: Representatives from neighboring forces visit the Chiyan Sect, initiating potential interactions and alliances.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shen Mo's spirit stones reach ten million, but they're quickly depleted due to the Heavenly Mandate's high consumption.
• Shen Mo plans to elevate his Primordial Qi Art to Immortal-grade but lacks sufficient spirit stones.
• He considers whether to cultivate or deduce first, deciding the overall difference is negligible.
• Shen Mo obtains numerous Spirit-grade cultivation methods but finds most inferior to his deduced methods.
• He selects unique methods for shallow practice and plans to master them deeply later.

Character Developments

• Shen Mo's power and wealth grow, but he faces challenges in obtaining higher-level cultivation methods.
• He demonstrates strategic thinking in managing his cultivation methods and resources.

Significant Themes

• The high cost and scarcity of high-level cultivation methods.
• The importance of strategic cultivation and resource management.
• The difficulty in creating or obtaining Immortal-grade cultivation methods.

Character Interactions

• Not applicable, as this chapter focuses on Shen Mo's internal thoughts and decisions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shen Mo activates the Primordial Qi Art to cultivate rapidly, drawing in rich Immortal Realm Spiritual Energy.
• He encounters illusions formed from Turbid Qi, which he dispels.
• Shen Mo calculates it will take seven to eight years to regain his lost cultivation.
• He retrieves the True Immortal's (Venerable Myriad Saints') index finger, left by the unknown female immortal (suspected to be Jade Spring Fairy).
• Shen Mo attempts to comprehend and analyze the finger using various methods but fails.
• He decides to use his Dragon Elephant Blood Sha Body and Spirit Devour Divine Ability to extract the finger's essence.

Character Developments

• Shen Mo's cultivation progress is slow due to the damage caused by Venerable Myriad Saints' attack.
• He becomes more cautious and strategic in his actions.

Significant Themes

• The vast gap between the Divine Bridge Realm and the True Immortal Realm is highlighted.
• The power of cultivation methods and Divine Abilities is explored.

Character Interactions

• Shen Mo interacts with the unknown female immortal (possibly Jade Spring Fairy) indirectly through her actions, such as leaving the True Immortal's finger for him.
• There's no direct interaction with other characters in this chapter.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shen Mo attempts to absorb the Essence, Qi, and Spirit Origin from Venerable Myriad Saints' finger using his [Soul Devouring] divine ability and Immortal Art.
• The absorption initially boosts Shen Mo's cultivation but also introduces a foreign power that begins to corrupt and mutate his physical body and soul.
• Shen Mo struggles to resist the mutation using various techniques and abilities.

Character Development

• Shen Mo demonstrates his resilience and adaptability in the face of sudden, severe danger.
• He shows quick thinking and resourcefulness in responding to the mutation, using multiple techniques to halt its progress.

Significant Themes

• The corrupting influence of power: Venerable Myriad Saints' Essence, Qi, and Spirit Origin, despite its immense power, also carries corruptive properties that threaten Shen Mo's existence.
• Resilience and adaptability: Shen Mo's ability to quickly respond to and resist the mutation highlights his determination and adaptability in the face of adversity.

Character Interactions

• Although not directly interacting with other characters in this chapter, Shen Mo's internal struggle and use of various techniques to resist the mutation showcase his relationship with his own abilities and cultivation methods.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shen Mo uses the divine ability [Unstained Amidst Filth] to resist the demonic transformation caused by the True Immortal's Index Finger.
• He successfully expels the alien mutations and deformities, advancing his cultivation by fifteen years.
• Shen Mo realizes the finger belongs to a Demon True Immortal, likely the progenitor of the Myriad Insect Evil Corpse race.
• He decides to capture and study Myriad Insect Evil Corpses to resist demonic pollution and improve his refining process.

Character Developments

• Shen Mo demonstrates his ability to resist and expel demonic pollution, showcasing his strength and resilience.
• He displays his determination to understand and counter the demonic influence, showing his resourcefulness and strategic thinking.

Significant Themes

• The struggle against demonic influence and pollution.
• The importance of understanding and adapting to new threats.
• The benefits and risks of cultivating with powerful, alien sources.

Character Interactions

• Shen Mo interacts with the Evil Devouring Flying Centipede, sensing its desire to consume the malignant Qi, which further solidifies his understanding of the demonic threat.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shen Mo feeds True Immortal vile qi to the Evil Devouring Centipede, which helps it advance to Fifth Order and undergo a Dao Thunder Tribulation.
• The Evil Devouring Centipede successfully passes the tribulation, becoming a Fifth Order great yao.
• Shen Mo returns to Lingxu Domain, bringing five Third Order Myriad Insect Evil Corpses to his Guanyun Mansion.
• Zhao Lingyin and her group, including the Spirit Hoard Rat in human form, travel to an Immortal City.

Character Developments

• The Evil Devouring Centipede advances to Fifth Order, demonstrating increased power and resilience.
• The Spirit Hoard Rat takes human form, showing enhanced spiritual intelligence and cultivation prowess.

Significant Themes

• Cultivation and Advancement: The focus on the Evil Devouring Centipede's advancement highlights the theme of continuous growth and improvement in cultivation.
• Power and Protection: Shen Mo's actions to support the Evil Devouring Centipede and protect Zhao Lingyin's group emphasize the theme of power and its responsible use.

Character Interactions

• Shen Mo and the Evil Devouring Centipede: Their mental link and Shen Mo's support during the centipede's tribulation show a symbiotic relationship between a cultivator and their spirit pet.
• Zhao Lingyin and the Spirit Hoard Rat: Their bond, with Zhao Lingyin bringing the rat along on her travels, suggests a caring and nurturing dynamic between a cultivator and their pet.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The group travels to Immortal Crane City, taking around two years.
• They enter the city, which is vast and prosperous, with many cultivation forces and immortal sects.
• The Chiyan Sect disciples have bought land to build an Immortal Market.
• Shen Mo's clone reveals its true Divine Bridge Realm aura.
• Shen Mo shows Zhao Lingyin a Myriad Insect Evil Corpse and pill refining materials.
• Shen Mo recounts his encounter with a True Immortal demon and his speculation about Venerable Myriad Saints.
• Zhao Lingyin agrees to help Shen Mo research a pill to suppress the negative effects of refining the True Immortal's Index Finger.
• They name the pill "Evil Dispelling and Calamity Crossing Pill" and work together to perfect it.

Character Developments

• Zhao Lingyin's obsession with the Alchemy Dao grows, and she advances to become a Fifth Grade Pill Master.
• Shen Mo's clone displays its true power, impressing Zhao Lingyin.
• Shen Mo's understanding of the Alchemy Dao is shown to be exceptional, complementing Zhao Lingyin's talents.

Significant Themes

• The power of cooperation and mutual support between Dao Companions.
• The pursuit of cultivation and personal growth through challenges.
• The importance of understanding and utilizing the properties of medicinal ingredients.

Character Interactions

• Shen Mo and Zhao Lingyin work together to research and refine the new pill, deepening their bond.
• Zhao Lingyin is eager to help Shen Mo with his cultivation, showing her care and dedication.
• Shen Mo shares his experiences and insights with Zhao Lingyin, demonstrating his trust in her.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shen Mo continues refining the True Immortal's Index Finger, using multiple methods to suppress and expel the malevolent energy.
• The Evil Devouring Flying Centipede aids Shen Mo by consuming the expelled malevolent energy.
• The Fulong Immortal Sect rebuilds its sect gate and holds a housewarming banquet, attended by Yuan Heming on Shen Mo's behalf.
• A mysterious Silver-haired Boy appears at the Fulong Immortal Sect, claiming to be their ancestor and causing a commotion.

Character Developments

• Shen Mo's cultivation progresses as he refines the True Immortal's finger, showing improved control over his cultivation process.
• The Evil Devouring Flying Centipede demonstrates its usefulness in aiding Shen Mo's cultivation.
• True Person Bian shows his determination to protect his sect's honor when confronted by the Silver-haired Boy.

Significant Themes

• The theme of lineage and ancestors is highlighted as the Silver-haired Boy claims to be the Fulong Immortal Sect's ancestor.
• The struggle between decline and resilience is evident in the Fulong Immortal Sect's rebuilding efforts.

Character Interactions

• Shen Mo interacts with the Evil Devouring Flying Centipede, showing a mix of sternness and tolerance towards the creature.
• True Person Bian interacts with Yuan Heming, showing a friendly and respectful relationship.
• The Silver-haired Boy interacts with the Fulong Immortal Sect disciples and True Person Bian, displaying an imperious and disrespectful attitude.

Key Plot Points and Events

• True Person Bian attacks the Silver-haired Boy with the Dark Gold Demon-Quelling Bell, but the boy remains unharmed.
• The Silver-haired Boy absorbs the Demon-Quelling Bell into his body, demonstrating his extraordinary power.
• True Person Bian and the Fulong Sect disciples believe the Silver-haired Boy is the reincarnated Fulong True Monarch.
• Yuan Heming informs Shen Mo about the Silver-haired Boy's potential reincarnation.

Character Developments

• The Silver-haired Boy is revealed to be the reincarnated Fulong True Monarch, awakening his past life's memories.
• True Person Bian switches from adversary to disciple-grandson, showing reverence and respect towards the Silver-haired Boy.
• Yuan Heming acts as a messenger, informing Shen Mo about the potential reincarnation.
• Shen Mo, upon receiving the news, acknowledges the Silver-haired Boy's potential threat but remains confident in his own strength.

Significant Themes

• Reincarnation: The chapter explores the concept of reincarnation and the possibility of a cultivator's past life memories being awakened.
• Power Dynamics: The Silver-haired Boy's display of power shifts the balance, earning him respect and reverence from the Fulong Sect.
• Loyalty and Respect: True Person Bian's change in attitude towards the Silver-haired Boy highlights the importance of power and recognition in the cultivation world.

Character Interactions

• The Silver-haired Boy and True Person Bian: Their interaction shifts from hostility to respect and acknowledgment.
• Yuan Heming and Shen Mo: Yuan Heming informs Shen Mo about the Silver-haired Boy's potential reincarnation, setting the stage for possible future conflicts.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shen Mo focuses on cultivation and sends Yuan Heming to represent Chiyan Sect at Fulong True Monarch's reincarnation event.
• Fulong Immortal Sect sends a visiting card with a silver-haired boy's soul aura, requesting a meeting.
• Shen Mo agrees to meet the silver-haired boy, who reveals a plan to explore a True Immortal Cave Mansion together.

Character Developments

• Shen Mo continues to advance in cultivation, refining the True Immortal's Index Finger and improving his Demon Soul Generals.
• The silver-haired boy, Fulong True Monarch's reincarnation, shows cunning and determination in seeking Shen Mo's help to explore the True Immortal Cave Mansion.

Significant Themes

• Cultivation and advancement in the Dao.
• Cooperation and alliances among cultivators for mutual benefit.
• The allure and danger of True Immortal Cave Mansions.

Character Interactions

• Shen Mo and the silver-haired boy meet for the first time, engaging in polite conversation and negotiation.
• Shen Mo's subordinates, including Demon Soul Generals and Chiyan Sect officials, are present but do not significantly interact with the silver-haired boy.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The silver-haired boy (the protagonist's past life) seeks help to explore the True Immortal's Cave Mansion again to retrieve his past life's body and belongings.
• Ciji Immortal Elder, a Formless Realm cultivator, had previously explored the Cave Mansion with four others, including Fulong True Monarch, but all perished.
• The protagonist invites Shen Mo, a Divine Bridge True Monarch, and two others to accompany him, promising equal share of retrieved items based on effort.

Character Developments

• The silver-haired boy (protagonist's past life) shows determination and resourcefulness in planning the expedition.
• Ciji Immortal Elder is revealed to have many descendants and a long lifespan, but he and his companions failed to survive the True Immortal's Cave Mansion.
• Shen Mo demonstrates uprightness and fairness in his dealings, leading to the protagonist inviting him.

Significant Themes

• The pursuit of longevity and power in cultivation.
• The dangers and unpredictability of exploring ancient cultivators' territories.
• The importance of trust and fairness in cultivator alliances.

Character Interactions

• The silver-haired boy interacts with Shen Mo, seeking his help and offering a fair share of the retrieved items.
• The silver-haired boy plans to invite two more Divine Bridge Realm cultivators, one being a descendant of Ciji Immortal Elder.
• The silver-haired boy expresses his intention to retrieve his past life's body and belongings, as well as those of his friends who perished in the Cave Mansion.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Silver-haired Boy (Fulong True Monarch's reincarnated body) invites Shen Mo to explore the Immortal's Mansion Secret Realm together.
• Shen Mo uses the Destiny [Perceive All Beings] to investigate the Silver-haired Boy's background.
• The Silver-haired Boy senses Shen Mo's spying and considers it a potential threat or sign of impending calamities.
• True Person Bian suggests asking Jade Spring Fairy for help, but the Silver-haired Boy dismisses the idea.

Character Developments

• Shen Mo: Shows caution and uses his Destiny to investigate the Silver-haired Boy's background.
• Silver-haired Boy: Demonstrates his perceptiveness and considers potential threats and calamities.
• True Person Bian: Shows loyalty and respect towards the Silver-haired Boy, but also displays naivety in understanding the situation.

Significant Themes

• Caution and trust in partnerships.
• The power dynamics between cultivators and the importance of self-reliance.
• The potential dangers and rewards of exploring the Immortal's Mansion Secret Realm.

Character Interactions

• Shen Mo and the Silver-haired Boy: Their interaction is brief but tense, with Shen Mo investigating the Silver-haired Boy secretly.
• The Silver-haired Boy and True Person Bian: The Silver-haired Boy scolds True Person Bian for his suggestion, showing his impatience and the vast difference in their understanding of the situation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shen Mo returns to Qingyun Cave Heaven and assesses his prospects for the upcoming Immortal Mansion Secret Realm.
• He decides to explore the True Immortal Cave Mansion with the Silver-haired Boy.
• Shen Mo upgrades his 'Physique' basic Destiny from 'Archaic Saint Body' to 'Divine Body' using 3,600 Destiny Points.

Character Developments

• Shen Mo demonstrates his confidence and strategic thinking in planning his next steps.
• He shows determination and ambition in pursuing higher cultivation levels and immortal treasures.

Significant Themes

• The importance of Destiny in cultivation and personal growth.
• The struggle between ambition and caution in pursuing opportunities.
• The transformative power of upgrading basic Destinies.

Character Interactions

• Shen Mo interacts with the Silver-haired Boy, accepting his invitation to explore the True Immortal Cave Mansion.
• However, this interaction is not detailed in the provided text.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A brilliant star shines on Jade Spring Mountain, causing a purple mist phenomenon.
• Cultivators perceive the anomaly and speculate about its cause.
• Various Cultivation Forces recruit disciples born on the same day as the phenomenon.

Character Developments

• Shen Mo promotes his "Luck" trait to "Heavenly Secret Protection," becoming undetectable by True Immortals.
• The Silver-haired Boy attempts to divine Shen Mo but finds him undetectable.
• The Jade Spring Fairy, Dragon Raising Pool Master, and Venerable Myriad Saints lose their perception of Shen Mo.

Significant Themes

• Luck and fortune play a crucial role in cultivation and life.
• True Immortals' perception and divination have limitations.
• The "Azure Heaven" of the Immortal Realm harbors complex emotions towards Shen Mo.

Character Interactions

• Shen Mo and the Silver-haired Boy both sense the purple mist phenomenon but have different interpretations.
• Shen Mo and the True Immortals (Jade Spring Fairy, Dragon Raising Pool Master, Venerable Myriad Saints) lose their connection, leading to a lack of awareness about each other's actions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shen Mo's basic Destiny "Luck" doesn't improve to Gold quality.
• He draws various Special Destinies, including [Blazing Divine Treasury].
• Shen Mo updates and enhances his Magic Treasures, with notable improvements to the Taiyi Sword and Nine Extremes Crystal Sand Gang.
• He upgrades the twelve Mountain Pearls using Spiritual Power.
• Zhao Lingyin and Shen Mo cultivate Wushan Cloud and Rain Art together.
• Shen Mo suppresses the realm of his Gecko clone for the journey to the True Immortal Cave Mansion.

Character Developments

• Shen Mo's Destinies and Magic Treasures improve, increasing his combat strength.
• Zhao Lingyin's cultivation benefits from practicing Wushan Cloud and Rain Art with Shen Mo.

Significant Themes

• Preparation and improvement of abilities before facing challenges (True Immortal Cave Mansion).
• The importance of Magic Treasures and Destinies in cultivation and combat.
• The power of Spiritual Powers and their application in enhancing artifacts.

Character Interactions

• Shen Mo interacts with Zhao Lingyin, helping her improve her cultivation through their joint practice of Wushan Cloud and Rain Art.
• Shen Mo's disciples (Qian Xiaofeng, Lu Taorui, etc.) leave Immortal Crane City for their next destination, showing their trust in Shen Mo's guidance and protection.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shen Mo returns from Blood Snake Ridge and meets the Silver-haired Boy, who introduces him to Qin Zhen, the Sect Master of Qianji Sect, represented by his Fifth Order puppet, Puppet Yama.
• Shen Mo, Qin Zhen, and the Silver-haired Boy meet Dragon Origin True Lord Kang Haoxiu by a vast lake.
• The group decides to take turns using their abilities to travel north towards the True Immortal Cave Mansion's secret realm, maintaining a speed of millions of miles per day.

Character Developments

• Shen Mo: Shows caution and wariness towards Qin Zhen and Kang Haoxiu, probing them subtly and revealing little about his own abilities.
• Qin Zhen: Reveals his eccentricity by hiding within a puppet, Puppet Yama, and rarely showing his true form.
• Kang Haoxiu: Displays a gloomy and indifferent demeanor, likely due to not being highly favored by his Formless Realm ancestors.

Significant Themes

• Trust and Caution: Shen Mo's wariness towards Qin Zhen and Kang Haoxiu highlights the theme of trust and caution in forming alliances.
• Power and Prestige: The backgrounds of Qianji Sect and the Kang family illustrate the correlation between power, prestige, and influence in the cultivation world.

Character Interactions

• Shen Mo and Qin Zhen exchange pleasantries, with Shen Mo subtly probing Qin Zhen's secrets.
• Shen Mo, Qin Zhen, and the Silver-haired Boy meet Kang Haoxiu, with the Silver-haired Boy acting as an intermediary.
• The group decides to take turns traveling, with Shen Mo using his Evil Devouring Flying Centipede to carry them, revealing little about his own abilities.