Ch. 21The Shocking Truth: The Clown Was Yang Mei
Key Plot Points and Events
- Hongjun's youthful appearance is revealed to be due to his control over the Great Dao.
- Luohu has depleted the Western Spiritual Veins, causing widespread devastation and grief among Western cultivators.
- Hongjun, Yang Mei, Qiankun, Wangshu, and Yin Yang gather at Mount Sumeru to confront Luohu.
- Luohu reveals his completed Immortal Slaying Sword Formation and challenges Hongjun.
- Shi Chen, observing from afar, receives a God-tier Ox-Horse Selection System prompt and chooses to upgrade his bamboo flute.
Character Developments
- Hongjun shows his power over the Great Dao, suggesting he's become more formidable.
- Luohu's obsession with defeating Hongjun grows, indicating his desperation and fear.
- Yang Mei's provocative behavior is unusual, hinting at a possible plan or hidden agenda.
- Shi Chen demonstrates caution and strategic thinking by choosing to upgrade his bamboo flute instead of engaging in direct combat.
Significant Themes
- The consequences of Luohu's actions on the environment and other beings.
- The power dynamics and rivalries among the Primordial World's ancestors.
- The theme of provocation and challenge, with Yang Mei's actions mirroring a past incident involving Hongjun.
Character Interactions
- Hongjun and Luohu's rivalry deepens, setting the stage for a potential final confrontation.
- Yang Mei's unusual behavior may indicate a hidden alliance or plan with Hongjun or other characters.
- Shi Chen's decision to upgrade his bamboo flute shows his awareness of his limitations and the need for strategic advantages.