Contents
- 1Biodata
- 2Power Progression
- 3Background
- 4Appearance
- 5Personality
- 6Abilities & Skills
- 6.1[Radiance] — [Eternal Day]
- 6.2Radiance Constructs
- 6.3[Breaking Dawn] and [Afterglow]
- 6.4Spatial Power
- 6.5[Eternal Light]
- 6.6Bond and Inheritance
- 6.7[Time] and [Balance]
- 6.8[Formless] Integration
- 7Equipment / Weapons / Items
- 8Relationships
- 9Major Arcs
- 9.1Public Security Bureau and Jiang Mian’s Awakening
- 9.2Investigation of [Doom]
- 9.3Core City Circle and the [Formless] Campaign
- 9.4Revelation as [Eternal Day]
- 9.5Relationship with Jiang Mian
- 9.6Apex Alliances and Jiang Mian’s Transformation
- 9.7Confession of His Previous Life
- 9.8New World Plan
- 10Notable Quotes
- 11Trivia
Biodata
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Name | Ye Chenyang (叶晨阳) |
| Alias(es) | [Eternal Day]; publicly posed as sequence 49, [Shining Blade]; “Investigating Envoy Jiang” / Jiang Chen |
| Species/Race | Human; Awakened; reincarnator |
| Gender | Male |
| Affiliation | Public Security Bureau; later the Supervision Department; humanity’s Apex Awakened |
| Occupation/Role | Trainee Security Officer; Investigating Envoy; wielder of sequence 4 [Radiance], [Eternal Day] |
| Status | Alive; married to Jiang Mian |
| First Appearance | Chapter 9 |
Power Progression
| Stage / Realm / Level | Chapter | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| First-tier (public cover) | 9 54 | Began field practice with the Public Security Bureau while concealing his actual sequence as [Shining Blade]. |
| Second-tier (publicly revealed) | 54 | Claimed to have advanced as [Shining Blade] and used the purported second-tier skill [Flowing Colors] to block an attack. |
| Third-tier | 90 | Firmly entered Third-tier; his three skills covered offense, defense, and control. |
| Fourth-tier | 120 140 | Overwhelmed Fifth-tier Mutant Number Five and later gained [Breaking Dawn] and [Afterglow]. |
| Fifth-tier | 249 | Obtained the inheritance, broke through, and received a locked memory. |
| Sixth-tier | 316 326 | Selected the “Soul” attribute for his qualitative transformation and completed his advancement, unlocking [Eternal Light]. |
| Near Seventh-tier | 369 | Zhong Zhen judged him to be nearly Seventh-tier; Ye Chenyang continued concealing his true strength. |
| Seventh-tier (temporary surge) | 402 | Used the [Yin Yang Sword] and “Heavenly Momentum” to raise his aura to Seventh-tier for a decisive strike. |
| Peak Eighth-tier | 434 | Mastered [Time] and reached the peak of the Eighth-tier after years within Everbright. |
| Divine ascension | 440 443 | Took part in creating the new world and ascended toward godhood after integrating a mechanical heart. |
Background
In his previous life, Ye Chenyang awakened as sequence 4 [Radiance], [Eternal Day], rose to the Eighth-tier, and fought against humanity’s enemies in a world already devastated by Apex Calamities. He ultimately died after being struck by sequence 1 [Silent Death]’s fatal curse, taking [Withering] down with him. 9 343
Reborn with his memories intact, he retained his connection to the [Eternal Day] “Bond,” which had strengthened alongside him. Rather than reveal himself, he entered the Public Security Bureau as a trainee and pretended to wield sequence 49 [Shining Blade]. He considered secrecy necessary because [Oblivion River] had replaced the memories and personalities of unknown high-ranking officials with puppets. 9 156
During his first Calamity-related field assignment, Ye Chenyang investigated [Skin Painter]’s death and detected the lingering aura of a stronger Calamity. The evidence suggested that the killer hunted Calamities while deliberately refraining from attacking humans, a detail that stayed with him. 9
Appearance
Ye Chenyang initially appears as a cheerful-looking young Security Officer trainee, wearing the bureau uniform and trainee epaulets. His outwardly youthful appearance often clashes with the guarded, battle-hardened expression created by his memories of a previous life. 9
- Wore a Security Officer uniform during his early assignments. 9
- Has a sturdy physique and rapid physical recovery enhanced by [Eternal Day]. 213
- His aura became notably more intimidating after integrating [Formless] power. 356
- Wore formal attire for his wedding to Jiang Mian. 453
Personality
Ye Chenyang is observant, calculating, and cautious. His reincarnated memories make him habitually assess threats, conceal information, and plan around future dangers, particularly those connected to [Oblivion River], [Withering], and the other Apex Calamities. He can identify potential in people whom others underestimate, as shown by his recognition of Wang Chen’s future as the wielder of [Silent Domain]. 9 36
Despite his secrecy, he is patient and encouraging toward inexperienced Awakened. He reassures Jiang Mian that her high-sequence Awakening is potential rather than luck, trains her control of [Eye of the Storm], and consistently supports her growth without forcing her to reveal her secrets. 26 33 118
He is notably sincere and protective in personal relationships. Once he begins trusting Jiang Mian, he struggles with deceiving her, eventually reveals his identity and previous life, and accepts her Calamity Transformation without hesitation. 101 154 213 343
Abilities & Skills
[Radiance] — [Eternal Day]
Ye Chenyang’s true ability is sequence 4 [Radiance], [Eternal Day], an Apex Sequence with exceptional perception, purification, suppression, and combat potential. Its Radiance can dispel mist and temporarily clear fog, making it a crucial force for humanity. 9
- Detects Calamity and mist-related auras with exceptional sensitivity. 9 21
- Produces golden barriers that resist physical attacks and elemental shockwaves. 21
- Purifies hostile matter and leaves persistent golden particles that erode targets. 140
- Suppresses opponents at a fundamental level; Number Five experienced fatigue and power suppression while facing it. 120
- Can be disguised to resemble [Shining Blade] attacks, allowing Ye Chenyang to hide his identity. 54 97
Radiance Constructs
Ye Chenyang can condense [Radiance] into weapons, tools, and runes with highly specific functions. 118
- Creates blades, flying swords, harpoons, and other tools from Radiance energy. 118 193
- Forged crystal swords and other disposable weapons for Jiang Mian’s emergency inventory. 184
- Uses specialized runes to select attributes during advancement. 316
- Created a strength-oriented sword rune before fighting Number Five. 120
[Breaking Dawn] and [Afterglow]
Upon reaching Fourth-tier, Ye Chenyang gained [Breaking Dawn] and [Afterglow]. 140
- [Breaking Dawn] deals additional damage that bypasses part of a target’s defense. 140
- Its damage rises as the opponent’s condition worsens, though its ceiling remains restricted by level and compatibility. 140
- The specific effects of [Afterglow] have not been detailed. 140
Spatial Power
His progression grants him access to Spatial Power, which he employs for movement, evasion, and lethal attacks. 316
- Escaped Huo Tianxiong by using Spatial Power alongside the Golden Crow. 376
- Instantly killed one of Ji Chen’s subordinates with a spatial slash. 365
- [Eternal Light] combines spatial destruction with severe soul damage. 316
[Eternal Light]
[Eternal Light] is Ye Chenyang’s Sixth-tier [Eternal Day] skill. 316
- Uses powerful Spatial Power to break down struck targets at the molecular level. 316
- Inflicts heavy damage upon the target’s soul. 316
- Leaves burning and spatial tearing damage with strong adhesion. 316
- Is guaranteed to hit targets already marked by [Eternal Day]. 316
Bond and Inheritance
[Eternal Day] possesses a legacy mechanism known as a “Bond,” which can be passed to a designated successor. Ye Chenyang’s retained connection to the Bond was one of the powers brought back through reincarnation. 154 156
- The inheritance can theoretically stack [Eternal Day] power indefinitely. 178
- Ye Chenyang received power from “Eternal Light” in his previous life, allowing two portions of [Eternal Day] power to support his rapid rise to the Eighth-tier. 156
- He gave Jiang Mian a mark tied to this inheritance. 156
[Time] and [Balance]
After years in Everbright, Ye Chenyang mastered [Time] and learned the full plan for balancing the laws of [World]. 434
- Considered [Balance] as the prototype for his future authority. 348
- Used [Balance] power to regulate Jiang Mian’s condition. 434
- His time-related knowledge may stem from a remnant of time authority within the inheritance source. 386
[Formless] Integration
Ye Chenyang later integrated [Formless] power, increasing his strength and giving his aura a more oppressive quality. 356
- Endured the discomfort of adapting to [Formless] power in close proximity to Jiang Mian. 275
- Wielded purified darkness that lacked the destabilizing quality normally associated with [Chaos] power. 369
- Carried [Formless] power while continuing to protect and fight beside Jiang Mian. 356
Equipment / Weapons / Items
- Motorcycle — used for transport during his early work with the Public Security Bureau. 36 67
- [Yin Yang Sword] — special-grade Mutant Remains capable of forming black-and-white Radiance crystals when powered by [Eternal Day]; later used with “Heavenly Momentum.” 327 402
- Defensive bracelet — gifted to Jiang Mian; carries enhanced defensive properties. 101
- Storage necklace — gifted to Jiang Mian; contains a storage-space function. 178
- Crystal swords — disposable Radiance weapons crafted for Jiang Mian’s inventory. 184
- Wind Element communication core — a gift from Jiang Mian that allows him to communicate with her over distance. 160
Relationships
- Jiang Mian — Initially her mentor and training partner after her Awakening. His suspicions concerning her unusual nature gradually became trust, love, and an alliance against humanity’s enemies. They became an official couple, married on a private beach, and remained devoted to one another through the creation of the new world. 26 67 154 177 343 453
- Cheng Qiao — Security Officer and early superior. Cheng Qiao led Ye Chenyang during his first field assignment and later teased him about his attention toward Jiang Mian. 9 49
- Xiao Song — High-tier ally who suspected Ye Chenyang was [Eternal Day] but chose not to expose him. They later fought together against [Formless], the King of Cysts, and other threats. 97 101 139 140
- Qin Xiao — Fellow Apex Sequence and friend from Ye Chenyang’s previous life. In the current timeline, Ye Chenyang initially met him as a stranger before later confiding in him about his relationship and Jiang Mian’s identity. 115 310 328
- Xiao Shuang — Fellow Apex and friend. Ye Chenyang became close to him earlier than in the previous life and later included him in the truth about Jiang Mian. 310 328
- Wang Chen — Jiang Mian’s classmate and a future genius whom Ye Chenyang recognized from his previous life as sequence 15 [Silent Domain]. Ye Chenyang chose not to interfere with Wang Chen’s natural growth early on. 36
- Yang Xin — Eighth-tier [Void Realm Walker] who investigated Ye Chenyang’s history after he revealed himself as [Eternal Day]. 172 178
- Golden Crow — An external manifestation of Jiang Mian’s power. Ye Chenyang kept it near him to monitor Jiang Mian’s condition and enter [World]. 327
Major Arcs
Public Security Bureau and Jiang Mian’s Awakening
Ye Chenyang joined the Public Security Bureau for field experience while hiding his identity as [Eternal Day]. He noticed Jiang Mian’s unusual resonance early, then became her informal guide after she awakened [Eye of the Storm]. Their time at the training ground revealed that both were concealing far more than they admitted. 9 15 26 33 35
Investigation of [Doom]
After the mass disappearance of Aberrants in West City, Ye Chenyang investigated independently and theorized that [Doom] had consumed them to advance. His growing suspicion of Jiang Mian created a guarded period in which both tested one another while becoming increasingly attached. 67 69
Core City Circle and the [Formless] Campaign
Ye Chenyang brought Jiang Mian to Base City No. 7, assisted her cultivation, and helped investigate the [Formless]. Using knowledge from his previous life, he located its true form and revealed Fourth-tier strength while protecting Jiang Mian from Number Five. He later fought alongside Xiao Song to destroy [Formless]’s main body and pursued its hidden core. 108 120 139 142
Revelation as [Eternal Day]
Ye Chenyang stopped relying solely on his [Shining Blade] cover and revealed that he was [Eternal Day] to Jiang Mian. He explained the Bond and its succession mechanism, hoping to earn her trust before her strength made their opposing secrets impossible to manage. 154
Relationship with Jiang Mian
After months of mutual trust and unresolved feelings, Ye Chenyang confessed indirectly to Jiang Mian. Her acceptance made their relationship official, and he later openly supported her despite her Calamity Transformation and true identity as [Doom]. 177 186 213 328
Apex Alliances and Jiang Mian’s Transformation
Ye Chenyang joined Apex allies in preparing for Jiang Mian’s Dragon Transformation. He revealed her identity to Qin Xiao and Xiao Shuang, remained at her side through the transformation, and used [Eternal Day] power to stabilize her when she lost control. 327 328 336
Confession of His Previous Life
After the war on the western front, Ye Chenyang finally told Jiang Mian about the ruined future he came from, the deaths of his former companions, and his final battle against [Withering]. He admitted that [Doom] had been the most mysterious Apex Calamity of that timeline. 343
New World Plan
Ye Chenyang integrated [Formless], pursued authority through [Balance], and eventually mastered [Time]. He and Jiang Mian coordinated the final plan to complete the laws of [World], reconcile opposing forces, and ascend beyond the old world. 356 434 440 443
Notable Quotes
“This is potential you've always had, not luck.” 26
“You look beautiful. No matter what you turn into, in my eyes, you're the most beautiful.” 213
“I came from a future that had already descended into ruin...” 343
Trivia
- Ye Chenyang’s cover identity, sequence 49 [Shining Blade], was convincing enough that even high-tier Awakened struggled to prove he was hiding something. 97 101
- His former-life knowledge allowed him to recognize Wang Chen’s potential long before Wang Chen awakened [Silent Domain]. 36
- He is notably serious compared with Qin Xiao and Xiao Shuang, who often tease him about Jiang Mian and his relationships. 310
- Jiang Mian’s first communication-core gift was treated by Ye Chenyang as highly meaningful, even though she implied she could make more. 160