Ch. 1901The Whispers of the Gods
Key Plot Points and Events
- Jiangnan single-handedly defeats tens of thousands of Space Pirates and the Apocalypse Race's Gamma Body, Barken.
- Wenton, a fourth-sequence Apocalypse Knight, reveals his race's ability, "Whispers of the Gods," which allows him to predict the future by calculating atomic trajectories.
- Gu Ze, another Apocalypse Knight, transmits himself and the treasure into a silver chest, which Jiangnan takes.
- Wenton attempts to retrieve the treasure but fails. He decides to eliminate Jiangnan to prevent information leakage.
- Wenton uses his domain, "Omniscience? Creator," to attack Jiangnan's allies. Jiangnan intervenes, using his Palm of the Kingdom and Sky-Rending Saw Blade to counterattack.
Character Developments
- Jiangnan demonstrates his strength and cunning, managing to outmaneuver Wenton despite the latter's predictive abilities.
- Wenton reveals his overconfidence and underestimates Jiangnan, leading to his failure to retrieve the treasure.
- Gu Ze shows loyalty to his race and the mission, transmitting himself and the treasure to Jiangnan rather than letting it fall into Wenton's hands.
Significant Themes
- Predestination vs. Free Will: Wenton's predictive abilities challenge the concept of free will, as Jiangnan struggles to act unpredictably.
- Power Dynamics: The Apocalypse Race's power is showcased, highlighting their near-perfect nature and dominance over other races.
- Loyalty and Betrayal: Gu Ze's actions demonstrate loyalty to his race, while Wenton's pursuit of the treasure at any cost could be seen as a betrayal of his race's interests.
Character Interactions
- Jiangnan vs. Wenton: The main conflict of the chapter, showcasing Jiangnan's adaptability and resourcefulness against Wenton's predictive abilities and domain.
- Jiangnan and Ai-chan: They communicate briefly, with Ai-chan providing information about the Apocalypse Race's abilities.
- Gu Ze and the Apocalypse Knights: They work together to transmit the treasure to Jiangnan, showing unity and loyalty to their mission.