Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Dao Xuan returns to the Human Ancestral Land to help rebuild and heal the land and its people.
• He uses the Mysterious Yellow Ruler to purify the land and heal its wounds.
• The Human Race's foundation is established, and their population, though reduced, is now resilient and strong.
• Dao Xuan decides to return to Fangzhang Island to consolidate his gains and enter seclusion.
• Meanwhile, in the Demon Clan's Heavenly Court, the Witch-Slaying Sword is forged using the essence of countless Human Race members, creating a powerful weapon of destruction.

Character Developments

• Dao Xuan stabilizes his mid-Quasi-Saint realm, improves his mastery over various Magic Treasures, and strengthens his Good Corporeal Manifestation.
• The Human Ancestors (Suiren, Youchao, Zhisheng) lead their people in rebuilding and healing, demonstrating resilience and determination.
• The Demon Clan, particularly Dijun and Taiyi, display their ruthlessness and ambition in forging the Witch-Slaying Sword.

Significant Themes

• Rebirth and Rebuilding: The Human Race's journey from destruction to rebuilding their ancestral land and foundation.
• Power and Ambition: The Demon Clan's pursuit of power and their willingness to sacrifice countless lives to achieve their goals.
• The Price of Power: The creation of the Witch-Slaying Sword highlights the cost of obtaining immense power, in this case, the lives of countless innocent beings.

Character Interactions

• Dao Xuan and the Human Ancestors: Dao Xuan guides and supports the Human Ancestors in rebuilding their race, demonstrating his commitment to their protection.
• Dijun and Taiyi: The two collaborate in forging the Witch-Slaying Sword, showcasing their unity in pursuing the Demon Clan's goals.
• The Demon Clan and the Human Race: The Demon Clan's actions in forging the Witch-Slaying Sword further exacerbate their enmity with the Human Race.

The chapter, "Golden Crow Jade Rabbit," introduces the birth of the Demon Emperor Dijun's children: ten Little Golden Crows and twelve Taiyin Jade Rabbits. These newborns bring a touch of vitality and warmth to the tense Heavenly Court, but their presence also hides a significant danger. The Little Golden Crows, with their innate Solar True Fire, cause chaos and destruction when they escape their confinement, leading to a catastrophic event in the Great Desolation. The Great Witch Kuafu attempts to stop them but ultimately perishes, his body transforming into a mountain range and his staff into a vast peach forest. Meanwhile, Dao Xuan, the Human Emperor, and Zhunti, the Western Pure Land leader, sense the commotion and have their own plans in response to the situation.

Key Plot Points and Events

1. The birth of the Demon Emperor Dijun's children: ten Little Golden Crows and twelve Taiyin Jade Rabbits.
2. The Little Golden Crows' destructive behavior and their escape from Tanggu Valley.
3. The Great Witch Kuafu's pursuit and battle against the Little Golden Crows.
4. Kuafu's eventual demise and his body's transformation into a mountain range and a peach forest.
5. Dao Xuan and Zhunti's awareness of the commotion caused by the Little Golden Crows.

Character Developments

1. Dijun: Shows concern for his children's safety and the potential danger they pose to the world.
2. Kuafu: Demonstrates his strength and determination in protecting the Great Desolation, ultimately sacrificing himself.
3. The Little Golden Crows: Display their destructive power and mischievous nature, becoming a threat to the world.
4. Dao Xuan: Shows interest in the Demon Clan's situation and has plans to cause trouble for them.
5. Zhunti: Sees the chaos caused by the Little Golden Crows as an opportunity to weaken the Demon and Witch Clans' foundations.

Significant Themes

1. The consequences of unchecked power and destruction.
2. The struggle for survival and protection of one's territory and people.
3. The interconnectedness of different realms and the impact of one's actions on others.

Character Interactions

1. Dijun and Taiyi: Discuss the potential danger posed by the Little Golden Crows and the need for increased security.
2. Kuafu and the Little Golden Crows: Engage in a fierce battle, with Kuafu ultimately perishing.
3. Dao Xuan and Zhunti: Both sense the commotion caused by the Little Golden Crows and have their own plans in response.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Witch Clan's Great Witch, Hou Yi, seeks revenge against the Golden Crows for killing his brother Kuafu.
• Hou Yi uses his divine bow and arrows to shoot down nine of the ten Golden Crows, causing destruction and fear in the Great Desolation.
• The Eastern Emperor Taiyi intervenes to save the last Golden Crow, his nephew, and attacks Hou Yi, severely injuring him.
• Three Ancestral Witches (Zhurong, Gonggong, and Dijiang) arrive to protect Hou Yi, leading to a standoff with Taiyi.
• The Dao Ancestor Hongjun's will intervenes, preventing an all-out war, and Taiyi retreats with the surviving Golden Crow.
• The Ancestral Witches rescue Hou Yi and leave, expressing frustration at the situation.

Character Developments

• Hou Yi: Demonstrates incredible archery skills and bravery but suffers severe injuries from Taiyi's attack.
• Taiyi: Shows immense power and protection towards his nephew, but also recklessness that could have led to war.
• Ancestral Witches: Display unity and power in defending Hou Yi, but also show frustration and disdain for Taiyi's actions.

Significant Themes

• Revenge and its consequences: Hou Yi's quest for revenge causes destruction and nearly leads to war.
• Power dynamics and intervention: The intervention of the Dao Ancestor Hongjun highlights the delicate balance of power and the consequences of disrupting it.
• Frustration and discontent: Both Taiyi and the Ancestral Witches express frustration at the situation, showing the tension between their desires and the constraints they face.

Character Interactions

• Hou Yi vs. Taiyi: Their conflict highlights the power gap between a Great Witch and an Eastern Emperor, with Taiyi's attack nearly killing Hou Yi.
• Ancestral Witches vs. Taiyi: The three Ancestral Witches stand united against Taiyi, demonstrating their power and solidarity.
• Dao Ancestor Hongjun's intervention: The Dao Ancestor's will serves as a reminder of the larger power at play, preventing an all-out war and emphasizing the importance of the thirty-thousand-year period.

Summary of "Nuwa's Protection" Chapter

Key Plot Points and Events

• Taiyi, the last surviving Golden Crow, returns to the Demon Clan's Heavenly Court after the death of his nine brothers at the hands of Hou Yi, the Great Witch of the Witch Clan.
• Dijun, the Demon Emperor, is devastated by the news and vows revenge.
• Xihe, the Demon Queen, is grief-stricken and overwhelmed with rage but is held back by the Dao Ancestor's prohibition.
• Taiyi is sent to the Wa Imperial Palace to seek Nuwa's protection for the surviving Golden Crow, Little Ten.

Character Developments

• Dijun: Struggles with grief and anger but maintains rationality, prioritizing Little Ten's safety.
• Xihe: Overwhelmed with grief and rage, temporarily loses her composure but ultimately submits to the Dao Ancestor's prohibition.
• Taiyi: Frustrated and distressed, he struggles to maintain his dignity while seeking Nuwa's help.
• Little Ten: Terrified and traumatized, he clings to Taiyi and is reluctant to be left at the Wa Imperial Palace.

Significant Themes

• Grief and loss: The Demon Clan mourns the loss of the nine Golden Crows.
• Revenge: Both Dijun and Xihe desire revenge against the Witch Clan, but the Dao Ancestor's prohibition prevents immediate action.
• Protection and safety: The focus shifts to protecting Little Ten, the last surviving Golden Crow.

Character Interactions

• Dijun and Taiyi: The brothers share a deep bond, with Dijun entrusting Little Ten's safety to Taiyi.
• Taiyi and Little Ten: Despite his frustration, Taiyi cares for Little Ten and tries to protect him.
• Nuwa and Taiyi: Nuwa enjoys watching Taiyi's distress and agrees to protect Little Ten but on her terms.
• Nuwa and Little Ten: Nuwa finds Little Ten amusing and agrees to protect him, despite his mischievous nature.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Dao Xuan, a cultivator with a Blue Gauze Headband and a light yellow robe, scavenges the Great Desolation for remnants of the nine Golden Crows that fell during the ten-sun disaster.
• He collects the corpses and residual Solar True Fire using his Xuanmen Dao methods and a Xuan light pocket.
• After gathering all nine corpses, he refines them into the 'Nine Suns Ascending Diagram' using his Universe One Qi Cauldron over 49 years.
• The diagram's completion causes a leak of Golden Crow aura, alerting powerful beings across the Great Desolation.
• Dao Xuan quickly hides the diagram and escapes using an earth-遁ing technique, leaving behind only a destroyed volcano.

Character Developments

• Dao Xuan demonstrates his resourcefulness, determination, and skill in refining treasures, showcasing his Xuanmen Dao methods and the power of his Universe One Qi Cauldron.
• He also displays caution and quick thinking, erasing his traces and escaping before powerful beings can locate him.

Significant Themes

• Resourcefulness and Determination: Dao Xuan's ability to turn adversity into opportunity, turning the remnants of the Golden Crows into a powerful treasure, highlights his resourcefulness and determination.
• Power and its Consequences: The leak of the Golden Crow aura alerts powerful beings, demonstrating that even with great power, one must be cautious to avoid unwanted attention.

Character Interactions

• Although there are no direct interactions in this chapter, the leak of the Golden Crow aura alerts several powerful beings, setting the stage for potential interactions in the future.
• These beings include the Ancestral Witches, Eastern Emperor Taiyi, Dijun, and others, who are all drawn to the source of the aura.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Dao Xuan, after escaping from the volcano, encounters Houtu.
• They have a tense confrontation, with Houtu seeking revenge for a past insult.
• Dao Xuan, seeing an opportunity, tries to convince Houtu to embody reincarnation and establish the Netherworld, using the Netherworld Sea of Blood as its foundation.
• They arrive at the Netherworld Sea of Blood, where Old Ancestor Minghe resides, and Dao Xuan presents his plan to Minghe.
• Minghe, enraged by the proposal, attacks both Houtu and Dao Xuan.

Character Developments

• Dao Xuan: He demonstrates his cunning and manipulative nature, using his "moral performance" to convince Houtu to embody reincarnation for his own gain.
• Houtu: She struggles with her desire to embody reincarnation for the greater good and her suspicion of Dao Xuan's true intentions. She eventually agrees to the plan but is angered by Minghe's attack.
• Old Ancestor Minghe: He is fiercely protective of his Sea of Blood, seeing it as his foundation and lifeblood. He becomes enraged when he realizes Dao Xuan's plan threatens this.

Significant Themes

• Manipulation and deception: Dao Xuan uses his silver tongue and "moral performance" to manipulate Houtu and Minghe.
• The greater good vs. personal gain: Houtu struggles with her desire to do what's best for all beings versus her suspicion of Dao Xuan's true intentions.
• Protection of one's foundation: Minghe is willing to fight to the death to protect his Sea of Blood, which he sees as his foundation and lifeblood.

Character Interactions

• Dao Xuan and Houtu: They go from being enemies to temporary allies, each with their own hidden motives.
• Dao Xuan and Minghe: They clash due to Dao Xuan's manipulative plan to use Minghe's Sea of Blood for his own gain.
• Houtu and Minghe: They clash due to Minghe's refusal to allow the establishment of reincarnation in his Sea of Blood.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Old Ancestor Minghe unleashes his power, enraged by Dao Xuan's interference.
• Dao Xuan uses three top-tier Spiritual Treasures to temporarily hold back Minghe: Mysterious Yellow Ruler, Nine Dragon Myriad Treasure Seal, and Twelve-petal Pure World White Lotus.
• Houtu begins to "follow the procedures" to establish the Netherworld by the Netherworld Sea of Blood.
• Minghe attempts to interrupt Houtu's oath but is thwarted by Dao Xuan using the Treasure Dropping Golden Coin, which steals Minghe's Asura Banner.

Character Developments

• Dao Xuan reveals his true power and cunning, using his treasures and words to manipulate the situation.
• Old Ancestor Minghe shows his fury and desperation as he loses control and his Asura Banner.
• Houtu demonstrates her resolve and power, beginning the process to establish the Netherworld.

Significant Themes

• Manipulation and cunning: Dao Xuan uses his words and treasures to manipulate both Minghe and Houtu.
• Power dynamics: The battle showcases the power struggle between Minghe, Houtu, and Dao Xuan.
• Greed and loss: Minghe's greed for power and control leads to his loss of the Asura Banner.

Character Interactions

• Dao Xuan and Old Ancestor Minghe: Dao Xuan manipulates and provokes Minghe, while Minghe is enraged by Dao Xuan's actions.
• Dao Xuan and Houtu: Dao Xuan supports Houtu's actions while subtly manipulating her for his own gain.
• Houtu and Old Ancestor Minghe: Houtu and Minghe are adversaries, with Houtu attempting to establish her Netherworld and Minghe trying to stop her.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ancestral Witch Houtu completes her oath, causing a massive surge of merit that illuminates the Sea of Blood and suppresses Old Ancestor Minghe.
• The Sea of Blood is parted, and a nascent Netherworld is formed, with the Six Paths of Reincarnation Disk and the Nether Underworld appearing.
• Houtu's true form decomposes, merging with the Netherworld and becoming the cornerstone of reincarnation. She transforms into Empress Pingxin, the Incarnation of Reincarnation.
• The merit is distributed: seventy percent goes to the Netherworld and Empress Pingxin, making her a Sub-Saint; ten percent goes to Old Ancestor Minghe, helping him sever his final Corpse and reach Quasi-Saint Grand Perfection; the remaining ten percent goes to Dao Xuan, helping him sever his Self-Corpse and attain Sub-Saint combat power.
• Empress Pingxin bestows the Spring and Autumn Cycle Brush and the Book of Life and Death upon the Underworld, then merges with the Samsara and departs.

Character Developments

• Ancestral Witch Houtu: Sacrifices herself to complete the Netherworld and becomes Empress Pingxin, the Incarnation of Reincarnation.
• Old Ancestor Minghe: Advances to Quasi-Saint Grand Perfection after receiving merit but still harbors resentment about the loss of a portion of his Sea of Blood.
• Dao Xuan: Severes his Self-Corpse, attains Sub-Saint combat power, and expresses admiration for Houtu's sacrifice.

Significant Themes

• Sacrifice: Houtu's sacrifice to complete the Netherworld and establish reincarnation is the central theme of the chapter.
• Merit: The distribution of merit after Houtu's oath completion leads to the advancement of both Dao Xuan and Minghe.
• Reincarnation: The formation of the Netherworld and the Six Paths of Reincarnation Disk emphasizes the theme of life, death, and rebirth.

Character Interactions

• Houtu and Dao Xuan: Dao Xuan expresses admiration for Houtu's sacrifice, showing a rare moment of sincerity.
• Houtu and Minghe: Despite their past conflicts, Houtu's sacrifice and transformation into Empress Pingxin lead to a respectful interaction between them.
• Dao Xuan and Minghe: They acknowledge each other's advancements and agree to support the newly formed Underworld together.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Old Ancestor Minghe refuses to oversee the Netherworld, leaving it to Dao Xuan.
• Dao Xuan establishes the Netherworld's basic structure, including the Pingdu Mountain Gate, the eighteen Ghost Gate Passes, the River of Forgetfulness, the River of Three Paths, and Fengdu City, complete with the eighteen layers of hell.
• Dao Xuan creates a Self-Corpse clone to manage Fengdu City as the Great Emperor Fengdu, while he himself leaves for the Great Desolation.

Character Developments

• Dao Xuan: Shows his architectural prowess and understanding of the Netherworld's laws, establishing its infrastructure. He also demonstrates his laziness and desire for leisure by creating a Self-Corpse clone to manage the Netherworld in his stead.
• Old Ancestor Minghe: Shows his disinterest in managing the Netherworld, preferring to focus on his Sea of Blood and Asura Clan affairs.

Significant Themes

• Creation and Management: Dao Xuan's actions highlight the themes of creation and management, as he establishes the Netherworld's basic structure and delegates its management to his Self-Corpse clone.
• Laziness and Delegation: Dao Xuan's desire for leisure and freedom is emphasized, leading him to delegate the Netherworld's management to his clone, showcasing his laziness.

Character Interactions

• Dao Xuan and Old Ancestor Minghe: Their interaction is brief but significant, with Minghe refusing to oversee the Netherworld and leaving it to Dao Xuan.
• Dao Xuan and his Self-Corpse clone: Dao Xuan creates and interacts with his Self-Corpse clone, entrusting the Netherworld's management to it and showing his laziness and desire for leisure.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ancestral Witch Houtu transforms into the cycle of reincarnation, benefiting all living beings but weakening the Witch Clan's Array of the Heavens and Earth.
• The Demon Clan rejoices at the Witch Clan's loss and plans to intensify their practice of the Stars of the Heavens Array.
• The remaining eleven Ancestral Witches decide to create a new Ancestral Witch by merging their essence blood in the Pool of Creation within Pangu Hall.
• Several Great Witches attempt to fuse with the merged essence blood, but fail. Chi You, the last to try, succeeds and becomes the Thirteenth Ancestral Witch.

Character Developments

• Houtu: Sacrifices herself to establish reincarnation, benefiting all living beings but weakening her clan's power.
• Dijiang: Takes charge, decides to create a new Ancestral Witch, and issues a century-long secret order to Chi You.
• Chi You: Successfully fuses with the merged essence blood, becoming the Thirteenth Ancestral Witch and the Witch Clan's secret weapon.

Significant Themes

• Sacrifice: Houtu's sacrifice for the greater good and Chi You's acceptance of his new role as a secret weapon.
• Power Dynamics: The shift in power between the Witch and Demon Clans, and the importance of the Arrays of the Heavens and Earth.
• Hope and Despair: The Witch Clan's despair at Houtu's decision and the potential loss of their Array, and the subsequent hope ignited by Chi You's successful fusion.

Character Interactions

• Dijiang and the other Ancestral Witches: They discuss and decide to create a new Ancestral Witch, showing unity and determination.
• Chi You and the Ancestral Witches: Chi You successfully fuses with the merged essence blood, earning the respect and gratitude of the other Ancestral Witches.
• Dijun and Eastern Emperor Taiyi: They rejoice at the Witch Clan's loss and plan to intensify their practice of the Stars of the Heavens Array, showing their ambition and rivalry with the Witch Clan.

Summary of "Xihe's Scheme" Chapter

Key Plot Points and Events

• Dao Xuan, the Netherworld's HR manager, travels the Great Desolation to recruit souls for the Underworld.
• He encounters a thousand-year-old locust tree spirit and plans to recruit it, but is interrupted by Hou Yi, the Great Witch.
• Hou Yi, severely injured, flees after a brief fight with Dao Xuan and ends up in a human village, where he meets and falls in love with Chang'e.
• Empress Xihe, driven by hatred for Hou Yi, tricks Chang'e into taking a pill that sends her to the Taiyin Star, where she's imprisoned in the Guanghan Palace.
• Hou Yi chases after Chang'e but is stopped at the palace gate by Xihe's divine moonlight and cursed to be forever separated from her.

Character Developments

• Dao Xuan: He continues his mission to recruit souls for the Underworld, showing patience and understanding in dealing with the locust tree spirit.
• Hou Yi: His love for Chang'e leads him to abandon his life as a Great Witch and live a simple, mortal life with her. However, his past actions catch up to him, and he's cursed to be separated from Chang'e.
• Chang'e: Initially a kind-hearted mortal woman, she falls in love with Hou Yi and takes a pill to preserve her youth, leading to her imprisonment on the Taiyin Star.
• Empress Xihe: Her hatred for Hou Yi consumes her, leading her to manipulate Chang'e and curse Hou Yi, causing both of them immense suffering.

Significant Themes

• Fate and Destiny: The characters' actions and decisions shape their fates, but external forces also play a significant role in determining their destinies.
• Love and Loss: The love between Hou Yi and Chang'e is a central theme, but their love story is tragic, marked by separation and loss.
• Hatred and Revenge: Xihe's hatred for Hou Yi drives her to seek revenge, causing suffering for both Hou Yi and Chang'e.

Character Interactions

• Dao Xuan and Hou Yi: Their brief encounter highlights the power difference between them, with Dao Xuan easily defeating Hou Yi.
• Hou Yi and Chang'e: Their relationship develops from gratitude and mutual respect to love, with Hou Yi willing to give up his immortality to live with Chang'e.
• Xihe and Hou Yi/Chang'e: Xihe's hatred for Hou Yi leads her to manipulate Chang'e, causing both of them immense suffering.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Hou Yi, driven mad by grief, attempts to break into Guanghan Palace to save Chang'e.
• Dijun, Eastern Emperor Taiyi, and Empress Xihe arrive, revealing that Chang'e's freedom depends on chopping down the Moon Laurel tree, the Lunar Star's origin.
• Hou Yi is given the transformed Sun-Shooting Divine Bow, now an axe, to chop down the tree.
• Every axe strike on the tree causes Chang'e excruciating pain, as her life origin is connected to the tree.
• Chang'e realizes that if the tree falls, she will die, and Hou Yi will unknowingly kill her.

Character Developments

• Hou Yi: Driven to madness by grief and despair, he becomes a numb, mechanical puppet, chopping the tree endlessly, oblivious to the true consequences.
• Chang'e: Trapped in Guanghan Palace, she suffers immense physical and emotional pain with each axe strike, realizing the cruel truth behind the task given to Hou Yi.

Significant Themes

• Love and Sacrifice: Hou Yi's relentless pursuit to save Chang'e, even at the cost of his own sanity, highlights their deep love. However, their love also leads to their tragic fate.
• Cruelty and Manipulation: Dijun, Taiyi, and Xihe's actions reveal their cruelty and manipulation, as they orchestrate a seemingly impossible task for Hou Yi, knowing it will lead to Chang'e's death and Hou Yi's eternal torment.

Character Interactions

• Hou Yi and Chang'e: Their love is tested and ultimately destroyed by the curse placed upon them. Despite being separated, their connection is so deep that Chang'e feels every axe strike Hou Yi makes.
• Dijun, Taiyi, and Xihe: The three celestial beings work together to manipulate Hou Yi, revealing their united cruelty and disregard for the couple's suffering.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• The three-thousand-year prohibition set by Dao Ancestor Hongjun expires, leading to an all-out war between the Witch Clan and the Demon Clan on Buzhou Mountain.
• The battle involves top combatants like Dijiang, Dijun, Taiyi, Fuxi, Kunpeng, Xihe, and Changxi, each with unique abilities and weapons.
• The battle lasts for a hundred years, causing heavy casualties on both sides.
• Dijun deploys the Stars of the Heavens formation, causing massive destruction among the Witch Clan.
• Dijiang deploys the Thirteenth Ancestral Witch, Chi You, who joins the incomplete Array of the Heavens and Earth, creating a powerful formation that threatens the Stars of the Heavens formation.

Character Developments

• Dao Xuan: He continues his work of recruiting Underworld Civil Servants, showing his dedication and efficiency. He later observes the battle from a distance, not wanting to get involved.
• Dijiang: He leads the Witch Clan in the war, showing his strategic prowess and determination. He makes the crucial decision to deploy Chi You as a last resort.
• Dijun: He leads the Demon Clan, demonstrating his power and cunning. He deploys the Stars of the Heavens formation, causing significant damage to the Witch Clan.
• Chi You: He is revealed to be the Thirteenth Ancestral Witch, hidden by the Witch Clan. His deployment turns the tide of the battle, showing his immense power and ferocity.

Significant Themes

• Power and Control: The battle revolves around the control of the Great Desolation and the power to rule it. Both clans fight to prove their lineage's orthodoxy.
• Destruction and Sacrifice: The war causes immense destruction and loss of life, highlighting the cost of power struggles and the desperation of the combatants.
• Legacy and Ancestry: The battle involves ancient beings and formations, emphasizing the importance of lineage and ancestry in the Great Desolation's power dynamics.

Character Interactions

• Dijiang vs. Dijun: The leaders of the Witch Clan and Demon Clan clash, each trying to prove their lineage's superiority and gain control of the Great Desolation.
• Ancestral Witches vs. Demon Clan Emperors: The top combatants of both clans engage in one-on-one battles, showcasing their unique abilities and weapons.
• Witch Clan vs. Demon Clan Army: The main armies of both clans clash, causing heavy casualties on both sides.
• Dijiang and the Ancestral Witches vs. Chi You: Dijiang and the other Ancestral Witches connect their power with Chi You, creating a powerful formation that threatens the Stars of the Heavens formation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Witch and Demon races are engaged in a fierce battle on Buzhou Mountain.
• Dao Xuan, a True Person, watches the battle via a Water Mirror on Fangzhang Island, commentating and betting on the outcome with his disciples.
• The Demon Clan activates the 'Stars of the Heavens Grand Light Show' with full power, aiming to shatter the Witch Clan's formation.
• The Witch Clan, led by Chi You, activates the 'Array of the Heavens and Earth' with all their might, unleashing a final, earth-shattering axe strike that shatters the Demon Clan's formation.
• The top combat power of both clans suffers severe casualties, with Dijun, Taiyi, Fuxi, and other Demon Clan leaders gravely injured.

Character Developments

• Chi You proves himself as a formidable Ancestral Witch, leading the final axe strike that turns the tide of the battle.
• Dijun, the Demon Clan emperor, is severely injured and witnesses the destruction of his Heavenly Court army, leading to his despair and unwillingness to accept defeat.
• Fuxi, the 'Great Desolation's Number One Musician,' is gravely injured and has his zither destroyed, but is saved by Nuwa's intervention.

Significant Themes

• The theme of power and its consequences, as the Witch Clan's use of the 'Pangu Experience Card' leads to severe backlash and injuries.
• The theme of desperation and unwillingness to accept defeat, as seen in Dijun's reaction to the destruction of his Heavenly Court army.
• The theme of intervention and salvation, as Nuwa saves Fuxi from certain death.

Character Interactions

• Dao Xuan interacts with his disciples, commentating on the battle and betting on the outcome, showing his playful and carefree nature.
• Chi You interacts with the other Ancestral Witches, leading them in the final axe strike that turns the tide of the battle.
• Dijun interacts with the other Demon Clan leaders, witnessing their injuries and the destruction of their army, leading to his despair and unwillingness to accept defeat.
• Nuwa interacts with Fuxi, saving him from certain death and renewing his subscription to her 'Instant Death' experience card.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Dijun, the Demon Emperor, self-destructs, taking Shebishi and Tianwu with him, causing a catastrophic explosion that annihilates them and destroys a vast area.
• Xihe and Taiyi, the Demon Emperor and Empress, also self-destruct, creating a world-ending storm that kills the remaining Ancestral Witches.
• Kunpeng, the Demon Master, escapes with the River Diagram and Luo Book, leaving his unconscious daughter Changxi behind.
• Gonggong, the Water Ancestral Witch, enraged and grief-stricken, charges at Buzhou Mountain, causing it to collapse and the sky to shatter. The Nine Heavens Weak Water pours down, signaling the end of the world.

Character Developments

• Dijun, Xihe, and Taiyi: Their desperation and resolve lead them to self-destruct, taking their enemies down with them, ultimately causing the collapse of the Demon Clan.
• Gonggong: His grief, despair, and resentment towards the world lead him to destroy Buzhou Mountain and cause the sky to shatter, marking the end of the Witch Clan.
• Kunpeng: His cowardice and greed lead him to abandon his daughter and escape with the River Diagram and Luo Book.

Significant Themes

• Desperation and self-destruction: Both the Demon Emperor and the Water Ancestral Witch choose to destroy themselves and their enemies rather than face defeat.
• Grief and resentment: The loss of their loved ones and the betrayal of their allies drive the characters to extreme actions.
• Greed and cowardice: Kunpeng's actions highlight the destructive nature of these traits.

Character Interactions

• Dijun, Xihe, and Taiyi: Their final moments together show their deep bond and shared resolve.
• Gonggong and Kunpeng: Their interaction highlights the contrast between Gonggong's loyalty and Kunpeng's cowardice and betrayal.
• The Ancestral Witches and the Demon Clan: Their final battle shows the extent of their hatred and desperation.

Summary of "Saints Also Vie for Profit" Chapter

Key Plot Points and Events

• The collapse of Buzhou Mountain causes a black hole, leading to the Great Desolation and the pouring of Weak Water and Chaos Qi.
• Dao Xuan uses the Pure World White Lotus to protect Fangzhang Island and temporarily shields Human Race settlements.
• Six Saints descend to stabilize the situation, but argue over the Chaos Bell and the Qiankun Cauldron.
• Dao Ancestor retrieves the Chaos Bell, and Nuwa receives the Qiankun Cauldron.
• Nuwa begins mending the sky using the Qiankun Cauldron and Five-Colored Stones.
• The Saints task Dao Xuan with retrieving the legs of the Mysterious Tortoise in the Northern Continent of Jizhou to serve as Heavenly Pillars.

Character Developments

• Dao Xuan: Acts as a "Strongest Hired Hand," protecting Fangzhang Island and being tasked with retrieving the Mysterious Tortoise's legs.
• Six Saints: Argue over the Chaos Bell and Qiankun Cauldron, revealing their envy, jealousy, and hatred. They work together to maintain the sky while Nuwa mends it.
• Nuwa: Receives the Qiankun Cauldron from the Dao Ancestor and begins mending the sky.

Significant Themes

• Greed and envy among the Saints, as seen in their argument over the Chaos Bell and Qiankun Cauldron.
• The power dynamics between the Saints and Dao Xuan, with the Saints treating him as a hired hand.
• The consequences of Buzhou Mountain's collapse and the need to mend the sky.

Character Interactions

• Dao Xuan interacts with the Six Saints, protecting the Human Race and being tasked with retrieving the Mysterious Tortoise's legs.
• The Six Saints argue over the Chaos Bell and Qiankun Cauldron, revealing their complex emotions.
• Nuwa receives the Qiankun Cauldron from the Dao Ancestor and begins mending the sky, with the other Saints maintaining the situation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Dao Xuan leaves Buzhou Mountain, seeking the Mysterious Tortoise in the Northern Continent of Jizhou to borrow its limbs for refining a Heavenly Pillar.
• He finds the colossal Mysterious Tortoise in the ice ocean, which refuses his request.
• Dao Xuan engages in a fierce battle with the Mysterious Tortoise, using his main body and two corpse manifestations against the tortoise's peak Quasi-Saint cultivation and indestructible defense.

Character Developments

• Dao Xuan demonstrates his formidable power, strategic thinking, and resourcefulness in battle, using his main body, clones, and treasures to outmaneuver the Mysterious Tortoise.
• The Mysterious Tortoise reveals its immense strength, size, and ancient aura, showcasing its power as a creation-level being.

Significant Themes

• The struggle between ancient, powerful beings and those seeking to harness their power for a greater cause.
• The use of strategy, tactics, and resourcefulness against overwhelming force.

Character Interactions

• Dao Xuan and the Mysterious Tortoise engage in a battle of wits and strength, with Dao Xuan using his clones and treasures to exploit the tortoise's weaknesses.
• The Good Corpse and Evil Corpse manifestations assist Dao Xuan, showcasing their unique abilities and contributing to the battle's outcome.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The battle between Dao Xuan and the Mysterious Tortoise lasted for decades.
• Dao Xuan convinces the Mysterious Tortoise to sacrifice itself for the greater good, allowing Dao Xuan to obtain its limbs to mend the heavens.
• Dao Xuan purifies the Mysterious Tortoise's remains and collects them.
• Dao Xuan returns to Buzhou Mountain and helps the Saints mend the heavens using the Mysterious Tortoise's limbs as Heavenly Pillars.
• The heavens are successfully mended, stabilizing the Great Desolation and halting the chaos.

Character Developments

• Dao Xuan: He demonstrates his persuasive skills ("Talk no Jutsu") to convince the Mysterious Tortoise to sacrifice itself. He also shows his dedication to his mission by purifying the Mysterious Tortoise's remains and successfully installing the Heavenly Pillars.
• Mysterious Tortoise: It struggles with its inability to shapeshift and its confinement in its colossal form. After being convinced by Dao Xuan, it accepts its fate and sacrifices itself, hoping for reincarnation and a chance to become Dao Xuan's disciple.

Significant Themes

• Sacrifice for the greater good: Both Dao Xuan and the Mysterious Tortoise make sacrifices to mend the heavens and stabilize the Great Desolation.
• The Heavenly Mandate: The Mysterious Tortoise's mission and tribulation are tied to the Heavenly Mandate, influencing its decision to sacrifice itself.
• The cycle of life and death: The Mysterious Tortoise's reincarnation and the purification of its remains reflect the cycle of life and death in the Great Desolation.

Character Interactions

• Dao Xuan and the Mysterious Tortoise: Their interaction is the core of this chapter. Dao Xuan uses his persuasive skills to convince the Mysterious Tortoise to sacrifice itself, while the Mysterious Tortoise struggles with its decision before ultimately accepting its fate.
• Dao Xuan and the Saints: Dao Xuan works together with the Saints to mend the heavens, demonstrating his importance in the process.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Merit for mending the heavens descends, with 40% going to Empress Nuwa, 50% shared among the five Saints, and 10% received by Dao Xuan.
• The Witch and Demon Races' fates are decided: Demons retreat to the Northern Continent of Jizhou, while Witches remain in the Great Desolation.
• The Heavenly Court needs a new master, leading to a dispute among the Saints about who should be the Heavenly Emperor.
• Haotian the boy, the attendant of the Dao Ancestor, arrives and orders the Six Saints and Dao Xuan to proceed to Purple Heaven Palace for deliberation.

Character Developments

• Empress Nuwa: Gains a significant amount of Merit, nearing a breakthrough in her cultivation.
• Dao Xuan: Receives Merit, plans to save it for future cultivation upgrades.
• Witches and Demons: Their fates are sealed, leading to either retreat or remaining in the Great Desolation.
• Saints: Display their divine abilities and temporarily put aside their differences regarding the Heavenly Emperor position.

Significant Themes

• Heavenly Mandate and Destiny: The Saints' decisions reflect the Heavenly Dao's will, shaping the fates of the Witches and Demons.
• Power Struggle: The Saints' dispute over the Heavenly Emperor position highlights their differing agendas and influence.
• Cultivation and Growth: The Saints and Dao Xuan gain Merit, advancing their cultivation and preparing for future developments.

Character Interactions

• Saints: Interact through arguments and disagreements regarding the Heavenly Emperor position, showcasing their individual interests and alliances.
• Dao Xuan and Saints: Dao Xuan observes the Saints' interactions, expressing his thoughts and joining them in following Haotian the boy's orders.
• Haotian the boy and Saints: Haotian's arrival brings order and unity, commanding the Saints to proceed to Purple Heaven Palace for deliberation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Dao Xuan and the Six Saints travel to the Purple Firmament Palace via the SSS+ safety-rated Purple Firmament Palace Special Line.
• They enter the palace, where the Dao Ancestor awaits. He announces that a new Heavenly Emperor must be chosen to govern the Three Realms.
• Each Saint presents their candidate: Guang Chengzi (Heavenly Origin Sect), Duobao (Intercepting Sect), Maitreya and Medicine Master (Western Teachings), and the Ten Golden Crows.
• Dao Ancestor asks Dao Xuan for his opinion. Dao Xuan outlines five qualities required for the Heavenly Emperor and defers the decision to the Dao Ancestor.
• The Dao Ancestor chooses Haotian (his attendant) as the new Heavenly Emperor and Yaochi (another attendant) as the Empress.

Character Developments

• Dao Xuan demonstrates his political acumen by outlining the required qualities for the Heavenly Emperor and deftly avoiding choosing a candidate.
• The Six Saints reveal their biases and the limitations of their candidates, highlighting their individual perspectives and priorities.

Significant Themes

• Leadership and Governance: The chapter explores the qualities and qualifications needed for a leader to govern effectively, highlighting the importance of virtue, cultivation, fairness, destiny, and a clean background.
• Power Dynamics: The interactions between the Six Saints showcase the complex power dynamics and rivalries among the major factions in the Great Desolation.
• Destiny and Fate: The Dao Ancestor's decision to choose Haotian and Yaochi emphasizes the role of destiny in determining one's path and the importance of recognizing and nurturing potential.

Character Interactions

• Dao Xuan and the Dao Ancestor: Dao Xuan's interaction with the Dao Ancestor reveals his political astuteness and his ability to navigate complex situations, earning the Dao Ancestor's approval.
• The Six Saints: The Saints' interactions highlight their competitive nature, biases, and differing priorities, as they each promote their candidate for the Heavenly Emperor position.
• Haotian and Yaochi: The attendants' reaction to being chosen as the Heavenly Emperor and Empress showcases their humility, gratitude, and eagerness to serve, despite their initial disbelief.