Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xiang Qu, now a Blood Spirit Fusion Beast, challenges Mu Tiange.
• Mu Tiange, already in the Void Breaking Realm, effortlessly defeats Xiang Qu with a single strike.
• Xiang Qu's fusion beast form is severely injured and on the brink of death.

Character Developments

• Xiang Qu: Becomes a Blood Spirit Fusion Beast, gains immense power, but is still no match for Mu Tiange.
• Mu Tiange: Reveals he's been in the Void Breaking Realm for years, demonstrates overwhelming power.

Significant Themes

• The power gap between cultivation realms (Void Breaking Realm vs. Star Gang Realm).
• The consequences of using wicked arts for power (Xiang Qu's fusion beast form).

Character Interactions

• Mu Tiange and Xiang Qu: Their battle highlights the vast difference in their cultivation levels and power.
• Qin Chen and Zhao Wu: Discuss cultivation realms and power gaps while watching the battle.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xiang Qu, a Flood Dragon, is severely wounded and helpless against Zhao Wu's Lightning Spear.
• A mysterious woman, Zhao Qin, intervenes, saving Xiang Qu and engaging Mu Tiange, a powerful opponent.
• Xiang Qu is confused and delighted to see Zhao Qin alive, unaware of her true intentions.
• Zhao Qin and Mu Tiange fight, with Zhao Qin struggling to keep up despite her illusory abilities.
• Xiang Qu is attacked by golden figures, Zhao Wu, and ultimately killed by Zhao Wu's sharp fist strike.
• Zhao Qin attempts to save Xiang Qu but is held back by Mu Tiange.
• Xiang Qu dies, with Qin Chen's words, "Villains die from talking too much," echoing in his mind.

Character Developments

• Xiang Qu: Struggles against his wounds, becomes confused and delighted upon seeing Zhao Qin, and ultimately dies from his injuries and attacks by Zhao Wu and golden figures.
• Zhao Qin: Reveals her true intentions, uses Xiang Qu as a pawn, and fights Mu Tiange while trying to save Xiang Qu.
• Mu Tiange: Stronger than before, refrains from killing Xiang Qu to bait Zhao Qin, and fights Zhao Qin with intense ferocity.
• Zhao Wu: Uses his sharp True Meaning to attack and kill Xiang Qu.
• Qin Chen: Kills Xiang Qu with his golden flames and delivers the chapter's namesake line.

Significant Themes

• Manipulation and betrayal: Zhao Qin uses Xiang Qu as a pawn and has no genuine affection for him.
• Power dynamics: Mu Tiange's strength allows him to control the battle, while Zhao Qin struggles to keep up.
• The consequences of talking too much: Xiang Qu's actions and words lead to his downfall.

Character Interactions

• Xiang Qu and Zhao Qin: Xiang Qu is devoted to Zhao Qin, while she manipulates him for her own purposes.
• Mu Tiange and Zhao Qin: They engage in a fierce battle, with Mu Tiange having the upper hand.
• Zhao Wu and Xiang Qu: Zhao Wu kills Xiang Qu using his sharp True Meaning.
• Qin Chen and Xiang Qu: Qin Chen delivers the final blow to Xiang Qu, echoing the chapter's title.

Summary

Key Plot Points

• Qin Chen kills Xiang Qu, ending the Beast Tide threat in Dongjiang Province.
• Zhao Wu reveals that the Queen of Illusion, Zhao Qin, is his daughter who betrayed Great Xia thirty years ago, causing massive casualties.
• Mu Tiange and Zhao Qin continue their fierce battle in the Sky Dome.

Character Developments

• Xiang Qu: Dies after underestimating Qin Chen and refusing to accept his defeat.
• Zhao Wu: Reveals his past and his daughter's betrayal, showing a calm demeanor despite the pain.
• Qin Chen: Shows no reaction to Zhao Wu's revelation, maintaining his composure.
• Zhuo Li: Initially shocked by Zhao Wu's revelations, she listens intently.

Significant Themes

• Betrayal and its consequences: Zhao Qin's betrayal led to massive casualties and her father's desire for revenge.
• Strength and pride: Zhao Wu's pride in Mu Tiange's accomplishments and his unwillingness to show weakness despite his injuries.
• The cost of war: The devastating attack on Great Xia thirty years ago highlights the human cost of war and conflict.

Character Interactions

• Qin Chen and Zhao Wu: Bicker playfully despite the seriousness of the situation, showing a growing rapport.
• Zhao Wu and Zhuo Li: Zhao Wu shares sensitive information with Zhuo Li, showing trust in her.
• Zhao Wu and Mu Tiange: Zhao Wu expresses pride in Mu Tiange's upright values and accomplishments.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhao Wu reveals his hatred for his traitorous daughter, Zhao Qin, and his desire to kill her.
• Mu Tiange appears and reveals that Zhao Qin is still alive.
• Zhao Wu expresses his belief that Qin Chen, once he reaches Void Breaking Realm, will be able to kill Zhao Qin due to his mastery of the True Meaning of Illusion.
• Mu Tiange asks Qin Chen about his future plans.

Character Developments

• Zhao Wu: Expresses his deep-seated hatred for his daughter and his desire for revenge.
• Mu Tiange: Shows surprise and respect for Qin Chen's accomplishments and considers him a potential threat to Zhao Qin.
• Qin Chen: Feels embarrassed by Zhao Wu's praise but enjoys the attention from Mu Tiange.

Significant Themes

• Revenge: Zhao Wu's single-minded pursuit of revenge against his daughter highlights the destructive power of hatred and the consequences of betrayal.
• Potential: Mu Tiange's recognition of Qin Chen's potential emphasizes the importance of nurturing talent and the impact it can have on the future.
• Pride: Qin Chen's enjoyment of Mu Tiange's attention and Zhao Wu's praise shows the human tendency to seek validation and recognition.

Character Interactions

• Zhao Wu and Mu Tiange: Their interaction shows a mentor-mentee relationship, with Zhao Wu guiding Mu Tiange's actions and revealing his plans.
• Mu Tiange and Qin Chen: Their interaction shows mutual respect and a growing bond, with Mu Tiange recognizing Qin Chen's potential and Qin Chen feeling proud of Mu Tiange's attention.
• Zhao Wu and Qin Chen: Their interaction shows a sense of camaraderie, with Zhao Wu praising Qin Chen and Qin Chen feeling embarrassed but pleased.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Qin Chen is invited to join Modu University, one of the Three Supreme Academies of Great Xia, by Mu Tiange.
• Qin Chen agrees, securing a spot without taking the college entrance exam due to Mu Tiange's influence.
• Qin Chen decides to call Mu Tiange 'Uncle,' strengthening their relationship.
• Zhuo Li, Mu Tiange's disciple, becomes Qin Chen's 'Senior Sister.'

Character Developments

• Qin Chen demonstrates exceptional talent, attracting Mu Tiange's attention and securing a spot in Modu University.
• Mu Tiange shows favoritism towards Qin Chen, offering him a direct admission and a personal connection.
• Zhuo Li expresses excitement about Qin Chen joining their university, looking forward to their future interactions.

Significant Themes

• Talent and Opportunity: Qin Chen's exceptional talent opens doors for him, leading to opportunities like joining Modu University.
• Relationships and Connections: Mu Tiange's favor towards Qin Chen highlights the importance of relationships and connections in the martial arts world.

Character Interactions

• Qin Chen and Mu Tiange: Mu Tiange, impressed by Qin Chen's talent, offers him a spot in Modu University and a personal connection.
• Qin Chen and Zhuo Li: Zhuo Li, excited about Qin Chen joining their university, eagerly interacts with him and establishes a senior-junior relationship.
• Wang Qun: Though not directly interacting with Qin Chen, Wang Qun observes the situation and plans to reach out to Qin Chen later to build a good relationship.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Qin Chen's name gains widespread recognition across Great Xia due to his actions during the Beast Tide in Dongjiang Province.
• Modu University offers Qin Chen a special admission as a First Year student despite him still being in high school.
• Qin Chen receives One Hundred Million Star Coins from the Myriad Blades Arena and Two Hundred Million Star Coins from the Muyang City Law Enforcement Bureau, totaling Four Hundred Million Star Coins.
• Qin Chen visits the Myriad Treasure Pavilion and is mobbed by fans seeking autographs.

Character Developments

• Qin Chen remains calm and composed amidst the sudden fame and wealth, displaying a newfound confidence and 'aura of a big shot'.
• Qin Chen shows a playful side when practicing his 'I've never touched money' line, indicating a growing self-assurance.

Significant Themes

• Fame and Wealth: Qin Chen experiences the impact of sudden fame and wealth, and how they change his daily life and interactions with others.
• Responsibility and Expectations: Qin Chen feels the weight of expectations from the public, who want to test his abilities.

Character Interactions

• Qin Chen interacts with fans, signing autographs and posing for photos, showcasing his newfound celebrity status.
• Qin Chen's interactions with the Myriad Blades Arena and Muyang City Law Enforcement Bureau highlight the respect and recognition he's gaining due to his actions during the Beast Tide.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Qin Chen visits the Myriad Treasure Pavilion after signing autographs.
• He seeks low-quality Pulse Connecting Pills, preferring the worst quality.
• The pavilion master, Jin Bao, offers Qin Chen a Silver VIP Card for his service to Muyang City.
• A low-quality Pulse Connecting Pill, almost entirely pill poison, is found and offered to Qin Chen.

Character Developments

• Qin Chen demonstrates his unique ability to reverse side effects, showing his resourcefulness and adaptability.
• Jin Bao displays professionalism and hospitality as a pavilion master, understanding the value of Qin Chen's presence and offering him a VIP card.

Significant Themes

• The power of perception and adaptability, as Qin Chen finds value in what others deem worthless.
• The importance of hospitality and recognition, as seen in Jin Bao's treatment of Qin Chen.

Character Interactions

• Qin Chen and Jin Bao interact professionally, with Qin Chen showing appreciation for Jin Bao's gesture, and Jin Bao demonstrating his understanding of Qin Chen's value.
• Qin Chen's unique ability is hinted at, setting him apart from other characters and creating intrigue.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Qin Chen visits the Myriad Treasure Pavilion to buy Pulse Connecting Pills.
• He discovers that the pavilion buys back items at a good price, so he sells his spoils of war (Pulse Connecting Pills and Beast Soul Crystal Clusters) for a significant amount of Star Coins.
• Qin Chen spends over 560 million Star Coins, but saves over 50 million due to his Silver membership benefits.
• He returns to his villa to cultivate using the Pulse Connecting Pills and the Burning Meridian Merging Spirit Art, breaking through to the mid-stage Star Vein Realm.

Character Developments

• Qin Chen demonstrates his wealth and power, spending vast amounts of Star Coins without hesitation.
• He shows determination and focus in his cultivation, aiming to improve his realm quickly.

Significant Themes

• The power of wealth and resources in cultivation.
• The importance of membership benefits and discounts.
• The relentless pursuit of strength and cultivation improvement.

Character Interactions

• Qin Chen interacts with Manager Jin Bao of the Myriad Treasure Pavilion, negotiating prices and making purchases.
• There is no significant interaction with other characters in this chapter.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Four high-ranking members of a Holy Temple, hidden in the darkness, discuss a recent incident involving their subordinate and Great Xia.
• Fu Hai and Huang Shou argue and engage in a brief physical altercation, which is stopped by Fen Shi.
• Qie Hun suggests avoiding direct conflict with Great Xia by keeping subordinates in check and lying low until their leader, the Holy Lord, emerges from seclusion.
• Fen Shi agrees with Qie Hun's plan and adds that they must deal with a task before implementing it.
• A blue projection of Qin Chen appears above the table.

Character Developments

• Fu Hai: Hot-headed, impulsive, and easily provoked. He's quick to anger but also quick to back down when scolded by Fen Shi.
• Huang Shou: Arrogant and confident, he initially mocks Fu Hai but later becomes subdued when Qie Hun mentions the threat of Great Xia's Heaven Pillar.
• Qie Hun: Calm, collected, and strategic. He's the most level-headed among them and provides the most practical solution to their problem.
• Fen Shi: Authoritative and stern. She maintains order among the group and ensures their focus remains on solving their issues rather than arguing.

Significant Themes

• Power Dynamics: The relationship between the four characters reflects a power dynamic, with Fen Shi holding the most authority, followed by Qie Hun. Fu Hai and Huang Shou are more impulsive and less respected.
• Loyalty and Subordination: The characters discuss the actions of their subordinates, highlighting the theme of loyalty and subordination within their organization.
• Conflict Avoidance: The group decides to avoid direct conflict with Great Xia, emphasizing the theme of strategic retreat and patience.

Character Interactions

• Fu Hai and Huang Shou: They argue and fight, displaying a contentious relationship. They both back down when reprimanded by Fen Shi.
• Qie Hun and the others: Qie Hun is respected for his strategic thinking but is also condescending towards Fu Hai and Huang Shou. Fen Shi values his input, while the others seem to tolerate him.
• Fen Shi and the others: Fen Shi maintains order and authority, ensuring the others stay focused on the task at hand. She reprimands Fu Hai and Huang Shou when they argue or speak out of turn.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Fen Shi and Qie Hun discuss Qin Chen's threat and decide to recruit him first, and if that fails, let the Crimson Tide handle him.
• Qin Chen successfully breaks through to the peak Star Vein Realm after consuming Pulse Connecting Pills.
• He purchases a Core Breaking Pill from the Myriad Treasure Pavilion to attempt a breakthrough to the Star Core Realm, causing a massive surge of Star Energy around his villa.

Character Developments

• Fen Shi and Qie Hun demonstrate their strategic thinking and willingness to use the Crimson Tide as a pawn against Qin Chen.
• Qin Chen shows his determination and confidence in his abilities, spending a significant amount of money on a Core Breaking Pill to attempt a breakthrough.

Significant Themes

• The price of fame and the dangers it brings, as seen in the numerous Heretic Organizations' interest in Qin Chen.
• The importance of strength and cultivation in Great Xia, with Qin Chen's actions reflecting his desire to grow stronger.

Character Interactions

• Fen Shi and Qie Hun discuss their plans regarding Qin Chen, showing their united front against a common threat.
• Qin Chen interacts with Jin Bao from the Myriad Treasure Pavilion, purchasing the Core Breaking Pill to aid his cultivation.

• Key Plot Points: Qin Chen successfully enters the Star Core Realm after consuming a Core Breaking Pill, which helps him withstand the pain of shattering his Star Veins. He then consumes nine Core Condensing Pills to further compress and improve his Star Core, despite their high risk of side effects.
• Character Development: Qin Chen demonstrates his determination and willingness to take risks for cultivation progress. He shows no fear or hesitation in consuming pills with significant side effects.
• Significant Themes: The chapter emphasizes the importance of risk-taking and perseverance in cultivation, as well as the high cost and potential dangers of using powerful cultivation aids.
• Character Interactions: There are no character interactions in this chapter as it focuses solely on Qin Chen's cultivation process.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Qin Chen boards a train to Modu City, his new home for university.
• He meets An Qingxue, a familiar face from his high school days, on the train.
• They discover they are both headed to Modu University, but An Qingxue is admitted to the high school department.
• Qin Chen reveals he can defeat someone in the Star Gang Realm despite being in the Star Vein Realm, but refuses to share his secret.

Character Developments

• Qin Chen remains calm and collected, showing no signs of arrogance despite his extraordinary abilities.
• An Qingxue is initially starstruck but later becomes curious and somewhat competitive towards Qin Chen.

Significant Themes

• The gap between talents and the struggle to keep up.
• Qin Chen's reluctance to share his secrets, hinting at his cheat system and the War God Inheritance.

Character Interactions

• Qin Chen and An Qingxue's reunion is friendly but tense, with An Qingxue trying to understand Qin Chen's strength and Qin Chen keeping his secrets.
• Qin Chen arrives at Modu University, marveling at its grandeur and prestige.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Qin Chen arrives at Modu University and encounters an arrogant guard, Wang Zhi, who is more interested in gaming than his duties.
• Qin Chen demonstrates his strength by easily overpowering Wang Zhi, who then initiates the "Qin Training Plan" to alert the university about Qin Chen's arrival.
• The entire university halts its activities and rushes towards the entrance to confront Qin Chen.

Character Developments

• Qin Chen shows his confidence and strength, not hesitating to use force when politeness fails.
• Wang Zhi displays his arrogance and lack of professionalism, but also his eagerness to participate in the university's traditions.

Significant Themes

• The theme of strength and might making right is prevalent in Modu University, with students eager to challenge Qin Chen due to his reputation.
• The university's traditions and atmosphere are highlighted, with students dropping everything to participate in the "Qin Training Plan."

Character Interactions

• Qin Chen and Wang Zhi's interaction showcases the university's culture of strength and arrogance, with Qin Chen using force to demand information and Wang Zhi initiating a university-wide challenge.
• The students' collective response to Wang Zhi's announcement demonstrates their eagerness to confront Qin Chen and maintain their university's reputation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Qin Chen enters Modu University and is greeted by a golden jade pathway leading to a massive black tower.
• He is challenged by Dai Bin, a refined man wearing glasses, who reveals the King's Road trial for a King Title.
• Qin Chen easily defeats Dai Bin, the first opponent, with a single strike, revealing his Star Core Realm cultivation.

Character Developments

• Qin Chen: Shows his arrogant and confident side, revealing his true cultivation level and combat prowess.
• Dai Bin: Initially appears refined and polite, but reveals a crazed and aggressive side when challenged.

Significant Themes

• Arrogance vs. Humility: Qin Chen's arrogance contrasts with Dai Bin's initial politeness, highlighting the theme of appearances being deceiving.
• Rapid Growth vs. Strong Foundation: Qin Chen's rapid cultivation speed raises questions about the strength of his foundation, contrasting with the slower, steadier growth of other characters.

Character Interactions

• Qin Chen and Dai Bin: Their interaction highlights the contrast in their personalities and the power dynamic between them.
• Qin Chen and the Crowd: The crowd's initial curiosity and dissatisfaction turn to shock and awe as Qin Chen reveals his cultivation level and defeats Dai Bin.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Qin Chen, a Modu University student, faces opponents on the King's Road, showcasing his strength.
• He defeats opponents with increasing realms, including a peak Star Core Realm cultivator, Cheng Yan, who claims to be the strongest in his realm at Modu University.
• Cheng Yan uses his Dark Water True Intent, summoning dark, corrosive water to attack Qin Chen.

Character Developments

• Qin Chen demonstrates his formidable strength, proving his combat power to be at the Star Gang Realm level, earning respect from fellow students.
• Cheng Yan reveals his confidence and desire to show off his power, using his unique Dark Water True Intent against Qin Chen.

Significant Themes

• Strength and power: Qin Chen's strength is recognized and respected, while Cheng Yan seeks to prove his power.
• Modu University's prestige: The university's reputation and the caliber of its students are emphasized.

Character Interactions

• Qin Chen and Cheng Yan: Qin Chen's confidence and decisiveness clash with Cheng Yan's desire to show off his power, setting up their confrontation.
• Qin Chen and other students: Qin Chen's actions earn him admiration and recognition from his peers.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Cheng Yan reveals his two True Intents: Dark Water and Blazing Fire, which he believes will help him dominate the Star Core Realm.
• He attacks Qin Chen using these True Intents, but Qin Chen appears to be easily defeated and surrenders.
• Cheng Yan becomes overconfident and laughs triumphantly, but suddenly collapses, having been unconsciously defeated by Qin Chen.
• Qin Chen completes the King's Road, potentially becoming Modu University's tenth King.

Character Developments

• Cheng Yan: Initially confident and arrogant, he underestimates Qin Chen and falls into a trap, leading to his unconscious defeat.
• Qin Chen: Remains calm and composed throughout the fight, using his abilities subtly to outmaneuver Cheng Yan without directly engaging.

Significant Themes

• Overconfidence: Cheng Yan's overconfidence in his abilities leads to his downfall.
• Underestimation: Qin Chen's opponents underestimate him due to his age and inexperience, allowing him to catch them off guard.

Character Interactions

• Qin Chen and Cheng Yan's interaction is characterized by Qin Chen's strategic planning and Cheng Yan's underestimation and subsequent defeat.
• Students watching the trial react with disbelief and awe at Qin Chen's victory, potentially recognizing him as a future legend.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Qin Chen successfully passes the King Trial, causing anticipation for a clash with the current True King, Leng Qingqiu.
• Qin Chen's name is engraved on the stone tablet, becoming the eleventh King, rivaling the other Kings but still below Leng Qingqiu, the True King.
• Students leave, inspired to cultivate harder after witnessing Qin Chen's strength.
• Dai Bin takes Qin Chen to the Life Ancient Banyan, the university's healing center and Spirit Plant Garden.

Character Developments

• Qin Chen gains recognition and respect from students after passing the King Trial.
• Dai Bin maintains his professionalism despite being knocked away by Qin Chen.

Significant Themes

• The pursuit of strength and power, as seen in the students' determination to cultivate harder after witnessing Qin Chen's feat.
• The importance of academic credits in accessing university facilities.

Character Interactions

• Students envy Qin Chen but respect his moment, planning to challenge him later.
• Dai Bin guides Qin Chen around the university, explaining its facilities and rules.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Qin Chen learns about Academic Credits, the universal currency within Modu University, used for various aspects of life and exchanged at a rate of 100,000 Star Coins per Academic Credit.
• He discovers the Sky-Reaching Tower, a place for trials that rewards Academic Credits and offers monthly rewards for those on the Sky-Reaching Ranking.
• Qin Chen is led to his luxurious accommodation, a villa reserved only for students with a King Title.

Character Developments

• Qin Chen demonstrates curiosity and eagerness to understand his new environment.
• Dai Bin shows kindness and professionalism in guiding Qin Chen, feeling a sense of camaraderie with him.

Significant Themes

• The importance of Academic Credits in university life.
• The competitive nature of the university, with students eager to test Qin Chen's abilities.

Character Interactions

• Qin Chen interacts with Dai Bin, learning about the university and expressing gratitude for his help.
• Qin Chen's arrogance on the forum post draws the attention of students from other martial universities, who plan to challenge him.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Qin Chen, unaware of external events, focuses on understanding Modu University's facilities, which include the Verdant Ancient Banyan, Sky-Reaching Tower, Universal Grand Arena, Tranquil Heart Lake, and True Meaning Stele Forest.
• He learns about the importance of academic credits for accommodation, meals, utilities, and cultivation at the university.
• Qin Chen discovers that students with the King Title receive 100,000 academic credits monthly, free accommodation, meals, and cultivation time at various training locations.
• Qin Chen uses a teleportation array to reach the Star Picking Pavilion, a place within a Secret Realm managed by Modu University, where Combat Skills are stored.

Character Developments

• Qin Chen gains a deeper understanding of the university's systems and the value of his King Title.
• He becomes eager to spend his academic credits to increase his strength.

Significant Themes

• The importance of resources and facilities in cultivation and academic success.
• The value and privileges associated with the King Title at Modu University.

Character Interactions

• Qin Chen interacts with the environment and systems of Modu University, learning about its various aspects and his privileges as a King.
• There are no significant interactions with other characters in this chapter.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Qin Chen spends a week in Muyang City, advancing his cultivation to the early mid-stage of the Star Core Realm and fully comprehending the True Meaning of Illusion.
• He masters the Supreme Divine Ability, Illusionary Moon Vision, which allows him to control an opponent's senses and consciousness within an illusory realm.
• Qin Chen visits the Star Picking Pavilion to find a suitable Combat Skill for regular use. He explores the D, C, B, and A-grade (Minor Divine Ability) floors, ultimately reaching the area for Divine Abilities related to the True Meaning of War.

Character Development

• Qin Chen's cultivation advances, and he fully understands and masters a powerful Divine Ability, demonstrating his growth and potential.
• He shows strategic thinking by choosing to use Illusionary Moon Vision against Cheng Yan to secure an overwhelming victory.

Significant Themes

• The power of Divine Abilities is tied to the level of comprehension of their related True Meaning.
• The rarity and value of Divine Abilities related to the True Meaning of War are highlighted, reflecting the scarcity of people who understand this True Meaning.

Character Interactions

• Qin Chen interacts with other students at the Star Picking Pavilion, observing them as they select their desired Combat Skills. However, there's no direct interaction or dialogue between them.