Ch. 1Rebirth as Daoist Jieyin, Starting with the Method of Becoming a Sage in Dreams!
Key Plot Points and Events
- Ye Xuan is reborn as Daoist Jieyin, one of the Three Thousand Innate God-Demons, in a barren Western land after the Great Tribulation.
- He possesses the 'Method of Becoming a Sage in Dreams', a Supreme Dharma Gate that allows him to create and seize Great Thousand Worlds.
- The Dao Ancestor is about to become a Saint, and Ye Xuan is given a choice to either obstruct or not interfere.
Character Developments
- Ye Xuan: He accepts his rebirth and the task of restoring the West. He chooses to develop his power through the 'Method of Becoming a Sage in Dreams' rather than relying on Destiny or Supreme Treasures.
- Daoist Zhunti: Though not directly involved in this chapter, he is mentioned as Ye Xuan's senior brother and a survivor of the Great Tribulation.
Significant Themes
- Destiny vs. Self-Effort: Ye Xuan chooses to rely on his own efforts to become a Sage rather than depending on his great Destiny or external treasures.
- Rebirth and Redemption: Ye Xuan's rebirth allows him to correct past mistakes and restore the West.
- The Path to Sagehood: The chapter explores the different paths and requirements to become a Sage, with Ye Xuan's method being particularly unique and powerful.
Character Interactions
- Ye Xuan interacts with the Great Dao Selection System, choosing the 'Method of Becoming a Sage in Dreams'.
- Ye Xuan's connection with Daoist Zhunti is mentioned, showing their long-standing relationship and mutual aid during the Great Tribulation.