Ch. 121The Human Race Refuses to Relocate, Questioning the Dao; Ao Chen Encounters Houtu on His Travels; Houtu Pities All Beings and Plots Against the Heavenly Dao
Key Plot Points and Events
- Ao Chen surveys the thriving human settlements in the Primordial Wilderness, impressed by their growth.
- He visits the Human Ancestral City to propose moving the 129,600 Innate Humans into his Internal Universe to help perfect his cosmos.
- The Human Ancestors (Sui Ren Shi, You Chao Shi, and Zi Yi Shi) refuse, considering it a threat to their race's foundation and future.
Character Developments
- Ao Chen: Realizes the error in his presumption, understands the human ancestors' perspective, and respects their decision.
- Sui Ren Shi, You Chao Shi, and Zi Yi Shi: Display unwavering determination and courage in protecting their race's future, even against a powerful being like Ao Chen.
Significant Themes
- The importance of home and native soil.
- The struggle between personal gain and collective responsibility.
- The consequences of presumption and lack of consideration for others' perspectives.
Character Interactions
- Ao Chen and the Human Ancestors: Their interaction highlights the clash of their respective goals and perspectives, ultimately leading to mutual understanding and respect.