Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Jiejiao Sect members, initially unaffected by Yunxiao's pressure, eventually succumb and kneel.
• Sect Leader Tongtian sets up a barrier, allowing them to breathe.
• Yunxiao's vow to rebuild the Jiejiao Sect attracts immense golden light of merit.
• Xuanming reveals he gave Yunxiao the 'One That Escaped', a foundation for becoming a Saint.
• Sect Leader Tongtian decides to personally teach Xuanming due to his new status and cultivation level.

Character Developments

• Yunxiao: Shows immense potential and attracts world's luck upon vowing to rebuild the Jiejiao Sect.
• Xuanming: Gains respect and envy for giving Yunxiao the 'One That Escaped'. His status and cultivation level are recognized by Sect Leader Tongtian.
• Sect Leader Tongtian: Recognizes Xuanming's potential and decides to personally teach him.
• Duobao Daoist, Golden Spirit Mother, and others: Feel envy, shock, and disbelief upon learning about Xuanming's actions and Yunxiao's potential.

Significant Themes

• Potential and Recognition: Yunxiao's potential is recognized, and Xuanming's actions lead to recognition from Sect Leader Tongtian.
• Generosity and Sacrifice: Xuanming's act of giving away a precious resource is seen as either generous or foolish, depending on one's perspective.
• Power Dynamics: The shift in power dynamics is evident as Sect Leader Tongtian decides to personally teach Xuanming.

Character Interactions

• Xuanming and Sect Leader Tongtian: Tongtian recognizes Xuanming's potential and decides to teach him.
• Xuanming and Bi Xiao: Bi Xiao offers to let Xuanming become her disciple upon her breakthrough, causing amusement and exasperation from Xuanming.
• Bi Xiao and Sect Leader Tongtian: Bi Xiao's petulance leads to a light-hearted exchange between her and Tongtian.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Sect Leader Tongtian attempts to make Xuanming his direct disciple, causing Bi Xiao to protest.
• Xuanming, pressured by Tongtian, agrees to become his disciple, angering Bi Xiao.
• Tongtian uses Xuanming to pressure Bi Xiao into cultivating more diligently.
• Jieyin arrives, and a dispute arises between him and Tongtian, leading to a fight.
• Jieyin is under tribulation clouds, and Tongtian uses this to provoke him, aiming to have Jieyin take the blame for breaking the agreement.

Character Developments

• Bi Xiao: Initially protective of Xuanming, she becomes resentful when Xuanming agrees to become Tongtian's disciple.
• Xuanming: Initially reluctant, he agrees to become Tongtian's disciple to avoid Bi Xiao's wrath.
• Sect Leader Tongtian: Manipulative, he uses Xuanming to pressure Bi Xiao and provokes Jieyin to take the blame for breaking the agreement.
• Jieyin: Hot-headed, he falls for Tongtian's provocation and takes out his magic treasure, breaking the agreement.

Significant Themes

• Manipulation and power dynamics among Saints.
• The consequences of breaking agreements and rules.

Character Interactions

• Tongtian and Bi Xiao: Master-disciple conflict, with Tongtian manipulating Xuanming to pressure Bi Xiao.
• Tongtian and Jieyin: Rivals, Tongtian provokes Jieyin to take the blame for breaking the agreement.
• Bi Xiao and Xuanming: Initially protective, Bi Xiao becomes resentful towards Xuanming after he agrees to become Tongtian's disciple.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jieyin unintentionally blocks Yunxiao's tribulation clouds, meant to test her.
• Sect Leader Tongtian and Journey to the West Tongtian manipulate Jieyin into enduring the tribulation.
• Zhunti intervenes, but Tongtian insists on following the rules of the Heavenly Dao.
• The Heavenly Dao descends merit upon the Primordial World, celebrating Yunxiao's impending sainthood.
• Yunxiao announces she will preach on Golden Turtle Island for three hundred years.

Character Developments

• Jieyin: Realizes he's been tricked into enduring the tribulation clouds meant for Yunxiao.
• Tongtian: Shows cunning and manipulation, prioritizing his disciple's safety over Jieyin's well-being.
• Zhunti: Attempts to intervene but is rebuffed by Tongtian.
• Yunxiao: Prepares to become a Saint and announces her intention to preach for three hundred years.

Significant Themes

• Manipulation and cunning: Tongtian's actions highlight the theme of manipulation and cunning in achieving one's goals.
• Heavenly Dao's impartiality: The Heavenly Dao follows its rules without bias, even when it causes inconvenience or harm to certain individuals.
• Sainthood and responsibility: Yunxiao's impending sainthood brings with it the responsibility to guide and teach others, as seen in her decision to preach for three hundred years.

Character Interactions

• Tongtian vs. Jieyin: Tongtian manipulates Jieyin into enduring the tribulation, showing no regard for Jieyin's well-being.
• Zhunti vs. Tongtian: Zhunti attempts to intervene but is rebuffed by Tongtian, highlighting the power dynamics between them.
• Bi Xiao and Xuanming: Bi Xiao teases Xuanming about his actions, and they discuss the implications of Yunxiao's impending sainthood on their relationship.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Yunxiao, now a Saint, returns to Golden Turtle Island with other Saints, revitalizing the once-declining island.
• The main goal is to annihilate Buddhism, as previously decided.
• Sect Leader Tongtian suggests making Zhunti and Jieyin, the foundation of Buddhism, give it up themselves, rather than killing them.
• Xuanming reveals a potential solution: the Hunyuan Grand Unity Golden Immortal Fruit Position, which can instantly make anyone a Saint.

Character Developments

• Yunxiao: Becomes a Saint, feels slight relief in Xuanming's unchanged attitude, and later expresses disbelief and unfairness at the ease of obtaining the Fruit Position.
• Xuanming: Shows ambition, reveals his plan to use the Fruit Position to replace Hong Jun, and asks Yunxiao for help.
• Sect Leader Tongtian: Initially indignant about Hong Jun's advantage, later expresses interest in the Fruit Position but declines merging with the Dao.

Significant Themes

• The ease and difficulty of cultivation and achievement.
• The struggle for power and status among immortals.
• The consequences of merging with the Dao.

Character Interactions

• Yunxiao and Xuanming: Yunxiao feels relieved at Xuanming's unchanged attitude, later expresses her disbelief about the Fruit Position to him, and Xuanming asks for her help in his plan.
• Sect Leader Tongtian and Xuanming: Tongtian discusses the plan to annihilate Buddhism with Xuanming, expresses his views on merging with the Dao, and later shows interest in the Fruit Position.
• Yunxiao and Sect Leader Tongtian: They discuss the plan to annihilate Buddhism together.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Yunxiao learns the method to obtain the Hunyuan Grand Unity Golden Immortal Fruit Position and urges Sect Leader Tongtian to act immediately.
• Sect Leader Tongtian summons Nuwa to look after Xuanming while they're away, leading to a tense exchange between Nuwa and Tongtian.
• Jieyin Daoist, frustrated with recent events, scolds the remaining Buddhist leaders and decides to send a team to the East to continue the journey to the West.
• Sect Leader Tongtian and his group arrive at Spirit Mountain, challenging Jieyin Daoist to a fight.

Character Developments

• Yunxiao shows initiative and eagerness to obtain the fruit position.
• Nuwa reveals her attachment to the journey to the West and her desire to participate.
• Jieyin Daoist's frustration and desperation become apparent as he resorts to sending a team to the East to continue the journey.
• Sect Leader Tongtian remains confident and assertive, ready to face Jieyin Daoist.

Significant Themes

• The struggle for power and influence between sects and religions.
• The consequences of broken promises and the importance of keeping one's word.
• The determination and resolve of characters in the face of adversity.

Character Interactions

• Yunxiao and Sect Leader Tongtian show a harmonious master-disciple relationship, working together towards a common goal.
• Nuwa and Sect Leader Tongtian have a tense exchange, revealing Nuwa's attachment to the journey to the West and Tongtian's resolve to keep her safe.
• Jieyin Daoist and Sect Leader Tongtian's interaction is filled with tension and hostility, foreshadowing an impending confrontation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Sect Leader Tongtian attacks Spirit Mountain, destroying it and shattering Jieyin's Green Lotus Treasure Banner using two sets of the Four Immortal Slaying Swords.
• Jieyin realizes Tongtian has replicated the Innate Supreme Treasure, but Tongtian denies it.
• Jieyin sends a distress message to Zhunti, who is away.
• Sun Wukong returns to his master's sect but finds it missing. He encounters Zhunti, disguised as Patriarch Bodhi, who tells him about his senior brothers' deaths.

Character Developments

• Jieyin: Realizes the severity of his past actions and the power of Tongtian's treasures.
• Sun Wukong: Becomes more aggressive and suspicious, especially towards the Heavenly Court.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and consequences of past actions.
• The value and vulnerability of treasures and artifacts.
• The impact of loss and death on characters.

Character Interactions

• Jieyin vs. Tongtian: A power struggle where Tongtian shows his superiority.
• Sun Wukong vs. Zhunti: Sun Wukong's return to his master's sect leads to a tense conversation, with Zhunti manipulating the situation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhunti is shocked by Sun Wukong's complaints about Tang Sanzang's lack of compassion, leading to the death of the monkey's benefactor's family.
• Zhunti reveals he knew about Tang Sanzang's journey and chose Sun Wukong to protect him, surprising the monkey.
• Zhunti takes Sun Wukong to confront Tathagata about his five-hundred-year imprisonment under the Five Elements Mountain.
• Zhunti and Sun Wukong encounter an attack on Spirit Mountain; Zhunti leaves to defend it, dropping Sun Wukong.
• Sun Wukong is found by Xuanming and Yunxiao, who try to capture him.

Character Developments

• Sun Wukong: Becomes disillusioned with Zhunti and Buddhism after learning Zhunti knew about his imprisonment. Feels betrayed and powerless.
• Zhunti: Reveals his high status in Buddhism and his role in choosing Sun Wukong for the journey. Shows concern for Sun Wukong's well-being.
• Xuanming: Shows curiosity and concern for Sun Wukong. Attempts to capture him.

Significant Themes

• Betrayal and trust: Sun Wukong feels betrayed by Zhunti's knowledge of his imprisonment. Trust is a central issue in their relationship.
• Power dynamics: The characters' power levels significantly impact their interactions and decisions. Sun Wukong's lack of power makes him feel helpless.
• Compassion vs. Pragmatism: Zhunti questions Buddhism's emphasis on compassion, suggesting it's not practical for unifying the West or resisting demon tribes.

Character Interactions

• Sun Wukong and Zhunti: Their relationship becomes strained as Sun Wukong learns Zhunti knew about his imprisonment. Zhunti shows concern for Sun Wukong but also manipulates him.
• Sun Wukong and Xuanming: They meet briefly, and Xuanming shows curiosity and concern for Sun Wukong. Sun Wukong, however, feels threatened and tries to escape.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xuanming and Yunxiao encounter Sun Wukong, who is on the verge of being controlled by a heart demon.
• Yunxiao suppresses the heart demon, allowing Sun Wukong to regain his senses.
• Xuanming learns that Sun Wukong was brought to this chaos by Patriarch Bodhi (Zhunti).
• Xuanming realizes that the plot of Journey to the West has deviated significantly from his past life's experience.

Character Developments

• Xuanming: Shows concern for Sun Wukong's well-being, indicating a desire to recruit him despite knowing about the enmity between Buddhism and the Jiejiao Sect. He also expresses surprise and concern about the deviation from the Journey to the West plot.
• Yunxiao: Demonstrates her power by easily defeating Sun Wukong's heart demon. She shows understanding of heart demons and their dangers, displaying a level of wisdom and experience.
• Sun Wukong: Shows fear and nervousness when facing Yunxiao, indicating a new level of respect and caution towards powerful cultivators. He also reveals that Patriarch Bodhi is his current master, not Tang Sanzang.

Significant Themes

• Heart Demons: The theme of heart demons and their power to control cultivators regardless of their cultivation level is emphasized. The heart demon's strength is comparable to Sun Wukong's, highlighting the danger it poses.
• Power Dynamics: The power dynamics between cultivators are shown, with Yunxiao easily defeating Sun Wukong's heart demon, and Xuanming expressing concern about his own willpower against a heart demon.
• Deviation from the Norm: The deviation from the Journey to the West plot is a significant theme, with Xuanming expressing surprise and concern about the changes.

Character Interactions

• Xuanming and Yunxiao: They work together to help Sun Wukong, with Xuanming showing interest in recruiting him and Yunxiao suppressing his heart demon. They also exchange information about Sun Wukong's background.
• Xuanming and Sun Wukong: Xuanming shows a level of familiarity with Sun Wukong, having watched Journey to the West in his past life. He expresses a desire to recruit him, despite knowing about the enmity between Buddhism and the Jiejiao Sect.
• Sun Wukong and Yunxiao: Sun Wukong shows fear and nervousness when facing Yunxiao, indicating a new level of respect and caution towards powerful cultivators. He also reveals information about his background to Xuanming.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xuanming and Sun Wukong discuss Patriarch Bodhi and Jin Chanzi, revealing that the entire Journey to the West was a charade orchestrated by Buddhism.
• Sun Wukong becomes enraged and breaks free from his inner demons, charging towards the Saints' battle.
• Sect Leader Tongtian defeats Jieyin and Zhunti, but Dao Ancestor Hong Jun intervenes.
• Hong Jun learns about Tongtian's ability to replicate Innate Supreme Treasures and his destruction of Jieyin's magical artifact.

Character Developments

• Sun Wukong: Realizes the truth about his journey and becomes enraged, breaking free from his inner demons.
• Sect Leader Tongtian: Proves his strength by defeating two Saints, Jieyin and Zhunti.
• Dao Ancestor Hong Jun: Shows concern for the situation but feels helpless, learns about Tongtian's abilities.

Significant Themes

• Hypocrisy and deceit in the Three Realms, with Buddhism orchestrating events for their benefit.
• The power dynamics and struggles among Saints and their disciples.

Character Interactions

• Xuanming and Sun Wukong: Xuanming tries to calm Sun Wukong down, revealing the truth about their journey.
• Sect Leader Tongtian and Dao Ancestor Hong Jun: Hong Jun intervenes to stop Tongtian from further harming Jieyin and Zhunti, learning about Tongtian's abilities in the process.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Hong Jun, the Dao Ancestor, demands the return of the Four Immortal Slaying Swords from Sect Leader Tongtian.
• Hong Jun confirms that the swords are genuine, leaving him confused and troubled.
• Hong Jun investigates the swords' origin and disappears, leaving behind a shocked audience.
• Journey to the West Tongtian and Sect Leader Tongtian discuss the possibility that Hong Jun is the Heavenly Dao itself.

Character Developments

• Hong Jun: Reveals his true nature as the Heavenly Dao, causing confusion and concern.
• Sect Leader Tongtian: Realizes the truth about Hong Jun and becomes determined to regain control of his magical treasures.
• Journey to the West Tongtian: Recognizes the potential threat posed by Hong Jun and seeks to regain control over his Four Immortal Slaying Swords.

Significant Themes

• The true nature of Hong Jun and his relationship with the Heavenly Dao.
• The struggle for control and ownership of powerful magical artifacts.
• The potential consequences of disobedience or defiance against the Heavenly Dao.

Character Interactions

• Hong Jun and Sect Leader Tongtian: Their tense exchange reveals Hong Jun's true nature and Sect Leader Tongtian's determination.
• Journey to the West Tongtian and Sect Leader Tongtian: They discuss the implications of Hong Jun's actions and the potential threat he poses, leading to a shared goal of regaining control over their magical treasures.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Sect Leader Tongtian demands Jieyin to announce the dissolution of Buddhism.
• Jieyin resists, but Nuwa intervenes, and Zhunti suggests waiting for help from Tai Shang and Yuanshi.
• Jieyin swears to dissolve Buddhism, but Zhunti disagrees, hinting at possible intervention from Hong Jun.

Character Developments

• Jieyin, initially defiant, becomes desperate and considers surrendering when faced with Nuwa's intervention.
• Zhunti, initially willing to abandon Buddhism, becomes more determined when Jieyin swears to dissolve it.
• Nuwa, previously uninvolved, actively participates in the conflict, surprising Zhunti.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and alliances among deities.
• The consequences of defying Sect Leader Tongtian.
• The importance of Buddhism's faith power for Jieyin and Zhunti.

Character Interactions

• Jieyin and Zhunti communicate telepathically, revealing their thoughts and plans.
• Nuwa's intervention changes the dynamics of the conflict, affecting both Jieyin and Zhunti.
• Sect Leader Tongtian's confidence and willingness to fight against multiple powerful deities.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Buddhism is officially dissolved, and Jieyin and Zhunti receive punishment, losing a portion of their cultivation and essence.
• Jieyin and Zhunti leave, abandoning Sun Wukong.
• Zhunti secretly asks Sun Wukong to spy on the group.
• Xuanming discovers Sun Wukong's intention and invites him to stay, planning to use him as a pawn.
• Sect Leader Tongtian suggests killing Sun Wukong if he's not useful, but Xuanming reveals Sun Wukong's unique origins, connecting him to the Three Pure Ones.
• Sect Leader Tongtian expresses displeasure with Zhunti and suggests finding him for another fight.

Character Developments

• Sun Wukong: Realizes he's been abandoned by Zhunti and is now at the mercy of the other Saints. Struggles with his new situation.
• Zhunti: Shows a manipulative side, using Sun Wukong as a spy without considering his safety.
• Xuanming: Reveals his cunning nature, easily discovering Sun Wukong's secret and using it to his advantage.
• Sect Leader Tongtian: Shows impatience and a desire for conflict, suggesting they find Zhunti again.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and manipulation: The Saints use and discard Sun Wukong, showing their disregard for lesser beings.
• Connections and origins: Sun Wukong's unique origins are revealed, connecting him to the Three Pure Ones and highlighting the importance of lineage and heritage.

Character Interactions

• Sun Wukong and Zhunti: Their master-disciple relationship is strained as Zhunti uses Sun Wukong for his own purposes.
• Sun Wukong and Xuanming: Xuanming manipulates Sun Wukong, inviting him to stay and using him as a pawn.
• Sect Leader Tongtian and Xuanming: They discuss Sun Wukong's fate, with Tongtian suggesting killing him and Xuanming revealing his unique origins.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Sect Leader Tongtian, with three Saints, attacks Jieyin and Zhunti, accusing them of hiding Sun Wukong, a spy for the Intercepting Sect.
• Tongtian captures Sun Wukong but secretly spares him due to Xuanming's intervention, who sees Wukong's potential.
• Jieyin and Zhunti argue about Sun Wukong's origins, with Zhunti suspecting he might be Nuwa's child.
• Xuanming completes his mission to dissolve Buddhism and receives rewards, including a strategy guide that shocks Tongtian.

Character Developments

• Sect Leader Tongtian shows his determination to keep his word and swift action.
• Xuanming demonstrates his wisdom and foresight in protecting Sun Wukong.
• Zhunti and Jieyin show their suspicious and paranoid nature, speculating about Sun Wukong's origins.
• Nuwa shows interest in helping Tongtian, hinting at a possible past relationship.

Significant Themes

• The consequences of keeping one's word and following through on promises (Tongtian).
• The potential for unexpected alliances and relationships (Nuwa and Tongtian).
• The dangers of paranoia and suspicion (Zhunti and Jieyin).

Character Interactions

• Tongtian and Xuanming show a strong master-disciple bond, with Xuanming protecting Sun Wukong and Tongtian trusting his judgment.
• Zhunti and Jieyin's interaction highlights their mutual distrust and suspicion.
• Nuwa's interaction with Tongtian hints at a possible past relationship and her interest in helping him.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Nuwa and Xuanming discuss the rewards from the recent event. Xuanming decides to give the Chaos Supreme Treasure to his master, the Innate Supreme Treasures to his senior sister, and the Primordial Violet Qi is a dilemma as both his second senior sister and junior sister need it.
• Xuanming reveals that there's an additional reward: the position of the Dao Ancestor, Hong Jun. He suggests Nuwa take this role as she's trustworthy and reliable.
• Nuwa is tempted but hesitant, suggesting Xuanming ask his master's opinion first. She also mentions her brother, Fuxi, might have a say in this matter.

Character Developments

• Nuwa: Shows hesitation and temptation when offered the position of the Dao Ancestor, but also displays wisdom in suggesting Xuanming ask his master's opinion first.
• Xuanming: Demonstrates maturity and understanding in handling the rewards and the sensitive matter of the Dao Ancestor's position. He shows respect for Nuwa's opinion and considers her reliable.

Significant Themes

• Trust and Reliability: Nuwa is considered trustworthy and reliable by Xuanming, highlighting the importance of these qualities.
• Temptation and Hesitation: Nuwa faces temptation in the form of a powerful position but also experiences hesitation due to the potential consequences and others' opinions.

Character Interactions

• Nuwa and Xuanming: They interact as aunt and nephew, with Nuwa showing concern for Xuanming's decisions and Xuanming respecting Nuwa's opinion. They discuss the rewards and the sensitive matter of the Dao Ancestor's position openly.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Daoist Hong Jun, trapped in Zixiao Palace, reflects on his past mistakes, leading to the division of his disciples into four factions.
• He learns about a fake Tongtian in the Primordial World and asks Daoist Yang Mei about it.
• In Biyou Palace, Xuanming reveals the Chaos Supreme Treasure (Upgrade Stone) to Sect Leader Tongtian, causing a stir among the disciples.
• Xuanming explains the Upgrade Stone's function, and Nuwa expresses her confusion about its implications for her own treasure.

Character Developments

• Daoist Hong Jun: Realizes his past errors and regrets not being able to protect his disciples.
• Xuanming: Shows cunning and persuasiveness in explaining the Upgrade Stone's function.
• Nuwa: Initially agitated about the Upgrade Stone's implications, she becomes confused about how to proceed with her own treasure.

Significant Themes

• Consequences of past actions: Daoist Hong Jun's regrets highlight the theme of facing the consequences of one's actions.
• Power and ambition: The disciples' reactions to the Chaos Supreme Treasure emphasize their desire for power and status.
• Confusion and uncertainty: Nuwa's confusion about the Upgrade Stone's implications shows the theme of uncertainty in decision-making.

Character Interactions

• Daoist Hong Jun and Daoist Yang Mei: Their interaction reveals their history of rivalry and mistrust, with Yang Mei suspecting Hong Jun's true intentions.
• Xuanming and Sect Leader Tongtian: Xuanming's explanation of the Upgrade Stone to Tongtian showcases his deference to his master's authority.
• Xuanming and Nuwa: Their interaction highlights Xuanming's persuasive skills and Nuwa's initial frustration and later confusion about the Upgrade Stone's implications.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Sect Leader Tongtian considers upgrading the Four Immortal Slaying Swords using Chaos Supreme Treasure Upgrade Stones to break Hong Jun's control.
• Xuanming learns about the speculation that Hong Jun left a contingency in their magical treasures.
• Nuwa realizes that Hong Jun might control their magical treasures, leading to a discussion on how to counter this.

Character Developments

• Sect Leader Tongtian shows determination to break Hong Jun's control over their magical treasures.
• Nuwa, initially lamenting the loss of a top-grade Merit Spirit Treasure, becomes concerned about Hong Jun's potential control over their magical treasures.
• Xuanming, after learning about the potential control, becomes hesitant about engaging in battle with Hong Jun.

Significant Themes

• The importance and potential manipulation of magical treasures by powerful entities.
• The struggle and uncertainty faced by characters when dealing with a formidable and mysterious opponent like Hong Jun.

Character Interactions

• Sect Leader Tongtian and Journey to the West Tongtian discuss the possibility of upgrading the Four Immortal Slaying Swords.
• Nuwa and Xuanming discuss strategies to counter Hong Jun's potential control over their magical treasures, with Nuwa suggesting using untainted magical treasures.
• Nuwa attempts to give Xuanming the Red Embroidered Ball as a meeting gift, but Xuanming lends him an Innate Supreme Treasure Upgrade Stone instead, highlighting Nuwa's cunning and Xuanming's perceptiveness.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xuanming offers Nuwa and Journey to the West Tongtian Innate Supreme Treasure Upgrade Stones in exchange for their help against Daoist Hong Jun.
• Nuwa and Tongtian accept the stones, with Nuwa giving Xuanming a Red Embroidered Ball and Tongtian giving him the Four Immortal Slaying Swords and its formation diagram.
• Xuanming offers a Dao Fruit of a Zenith Heaven Golden Immortal to Tongtian, but Tongtian warns him about relying on external powers.

Character Developments

• Xuanming demonstrates his shrewdness and resourcefulness in dealing with Nuwa and Tongtian, securing their assistance while also obtaining valuable treasures.
• Nuwa shows her understanding of the situation and supports Xuanming's plan.
• Tongtian displays his wisdom and caution, warning Xuanming about the potential dangers of relying on external powers.

Significant Themes

• Give and Take: The exchange of benefits and favors between characters, emphasizing the importance of reciprocity in cultivator relationships.
• Power and Control: The discussion about the Dao Fruit highlights the theme of power and its potential consequences, such as being controlled by external forces.

Character Interactions

• Xuanming interacts with Nuwa and Tongtian, using humor and shrewd negotiation to secure their assistance.
• Nuwa and Tongtian interact with each other, demonstrating their understanding and support for Xuanming's plan.
• Xuanming and Tongtian's interaction reveals Tongtian's wisdom and caution, as well as Xuanming's eagerness to gain power.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xuanming receives a mission from his system to eliminate those who pry into the Heavenly Dao, with rewards including a cultivation technique that can reach the Great Dao Realm.
• Xuanming discovers that using the cultivation technique might make him a Heavenly Dao Saint, controlled by the Heavenly Dao.
• Sect Leader Tongtian explains that the Great Desolation World can only withstand the power of six Saints, as Pangu's strength was equivalent to six Saints.
• Sect Leader Tongtian reveals that transcending the Heavenly Dao is the ultimate goal for cultivators in the Great Desolation.

Character Developments

• Xuanming becomes aware of the potential consequences of using the cultivation technique offered by his system.
• Sect Leader Tongtian shows concern for Xuanming's cultivation and understanding of the Primordial World.

Significant Themes

• The limitations of the Great Desolation World and the power of Saints.
• The desire to transcend the Heavenly Dao as the ultimate goal of cultivators.
• The potential consequences of using powerful cultivation techniques.

Character Interactions

• Xuanming interacts with Sect Leader Tongtian, seeking his guidance on the Primordial World and the possibility of transcending the Heavenly Dao.
• Xuanming communicates with the quiet elf from his system to ask about transcending the Heavenly Dao.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xuanming learns about two methods to transcend the Heavenly Dao: Prove Dao by Force or Merge with Dao.
• Merging with Dao involves shedding one's physical body and merging one's soul with the Heavenly Dao to control creation rules and transcend.
• The System reveals that transcending to the Great Dao Realm requires controlling three thousand Great Worlds and all their power of faith.
• Xuanming considers merging the two Primordial Great Worlds but learns it's not enough due to the number of lifeforms.
• Xuanming tells Sect Leader Tongtian about the two methods to transcend the Heavenly Dao. Tongtian decides to go to Zixiao Palace for answers.

Character Developments

• Xuanming: Discovers more about transcending the Heavenly Dao and Great Dao, understands the System's intentions better.
• Sect Leader Tongtian: Discouraged by the methods to transcend the Heavenly Dao, decides to seek answers from Hong Jun at Zixiao Palace.

Significant Themes

• Power and Control: The desire to control the Heavenly Dao and its creation rules, and the consequences of doing so.
• Risk and Reward: The risks involved in merging with the Dao (offending the world's creator) versus the rewards (transcending the Heavenly Dao).
• Transcendence: The struggle and various methods to transcend the Heavenly Dao and reach the Great Dao Realm.

Character Interactions

• Xuanming and the System: Xuanming learns more about transcending from the System, and they discuss the possibilities of world merging.
• Xuanming and Sect Leader Tongtian: Xuanming shares the methods to transcend the Heavenly Dao with Tongtian, who then decides to seek answers from Hong Jun.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xuanming stops Tongtian from storming Zixiao Palace due to lack of preparation.
• Xuanming reveals a method to deal with the Two Saints of the West: send them to the main world and close the passage, trapping them there.
• Xuanming assures Tongtian that even if the Saints of the West unite with Tai Shang and Yuanshi, they have the advantage with Fuxi controlling the Heavenly Dao.

Character Developments

• Xuanming demonstrates strategic thinking and confidence in his plans.
• Tongtian shows concern for the group's safety and the potential consequences of their actions.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and alliances among Saints.
• The consequences of revealing the existence of the Great Desolation World to the main world.
• The potential for Saints to be suppressed or trapped, challenging their immortality.

Character Interactions

• Xuanming and Tongtian discuss strategies and weigh the risks and benefits of their plans.
• Jieyin and Zhunti express resentment towards Tongtian's advantages and their own lack of powerful treasures.