Ch. 181Iron-Blooded Methods
Key Plot Points and Events
- The protagonist, having already understood the Gu Law, advances his Martial Skill, Thousand Mountains Twilight Snow, to High-grade Heaven Grade.
- He is forbidden from intervening in the Demonic Beast Tide attacking Jiang State, to maintain balance between Human and Demon races.
- Jiang State successfully repels the Demonic Beast Tide, with significant losses on both sides. The protagonist's son, Ye Xing, kills two Yao Saint Realm beasts.
- A Great Saint Realm Martial Artist, Black Tiger, seeks revenge on the Yuhe Ye family. The protagonist travels to the Yuhe Kingdom, cripples Black Tiger, and forces him to swear not to retaliate.
Character Developments
- The protagonist's understanding of the Gu Law deepens over time.
- Ye Xing gains battle experience and becomes a hero in Jiang State but also develops arrogance, which the protagonist aims to correct.
- Black Tiger, driven by revenge, breaks through to the Great Saint Realm and targets the Yuhe Ye family.
Significant Themes
- Balance of Power: The protagonist's strength disrupts the balance between the Human and Demon races, leading to his restriction during the Demonic Beast Tide.
- Experience and Growth: Ye Xing's battle experience allows him to stand out, but also leads to arrogance, highlighting the importance of learning from failures.
- Revenge and Its Consequences: Black Tiger's quest for revenge leads to his crippling and a sworn oath not to retaliate, illustrating the futility of revenge.
Character Interactions
- The protagonist interacts with the Alliance, understanding their reasoning for restricting his involvement in the Demonic Beast Tide.
- He guides and reprimands Ye Xing, aiming to correct his arrogance and prevent it from permanently altering his character.
- The protagonist confronts and cripples Black Tiger, protecting the Yuhe Ye family and forcing him to swear a Martial Oath.