Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• The protagonist, after 617,256 years, is invited by Hu Cheng to a gathering.
• Hu Cheng seeks the protagonist's help to save his two injured friends, Ye Fan and Su Zhe.
• The protagonist heals Ye Fan and Su Zhe, who then share information about a treasure land they discovered but couldn't explore further.
• The protagonist and Hu Cheng decide to explore the treasure land together, using a token provided by Ye Fan and Su Zhe.

Character Developments

• The protagonist's cultivation speed is revealed to be astonishing, but they maintain a low profile.
• Hu Cheng shows concern for his friends' well-being and seeks the protagonist's help.
• Ye Fan and Su Zhe, initially injured and disheartened, gain a new lease on life after the protagonist's healing and decide to help the protagonist and Hu Cheng explore the treasure land.

Significant Themes

• Friendship and Trust: Hu Cheng's invitation and Ye Fan and Su Zhe's decision to help the protagonist despite their injuries highlight the importance of friendship and trust.
• Ambition and Caution: The treasure land's allure and potential dangers illustrate the theme of ambition balanced with caution.

Character Interactions

• The protagonist and Hu Cheng's interaction shows mutual respect and cooperation.
• Ye Fan and Su Zhe's interaction with the protagonist shifts from initial gratitude to a sense of camaraderie, leading them to share the treasure land information and token.
• The protagonist's interaction with the injured cultivators demonstrates their healing abilities and compassion.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The protagonist activates a token and follows Hu Cheng through a passageway into the "Five Elements Illusion Annihilation Formation."
• The protagonist recognizes the formation from the "Records of Strange Wind" and quickly locates the "Illusion Annihilation Bead" at the center.
• The protagonist retrieves the bead, causing the formation to collapse, and gathers the Five Elements Formation Flags.
• Upon entering the inner area, the protagonist is attacked by a mass of deep green light, which passes through their Palm Thunder attack.
• Hu Cheng is struck by the green light and collapses.

Character Developments

• The protagonist demonstrates their knowledge of formations and skill in manipulating them, increasing Hu Cheng's confidence in their abilities.
• Hu Cheng is injured and potentially possessed by the green light.

Significant Themes

• The power of knowledge and preparation (the protagonist's familiarity with the formation allows them to navigate it easily).
• The unexpected nature of danger (the seemingly harmless green light injures Hu Cheng).
• The importance of vigilance and caution (the protagonist suspects Hu Cheng has been possessed).

Character Interactions

• The protagonist and Hu Cheng work together to navigate the formation, with the protagonist leading the way and Hu Cheng providing guidance based on his previous experience.
• The protagonist warns Hu Cheng about the green light and tries to avoid it, but Hu Cheng is still injured.
• The protagonist suspects Hu Cheng has been possessed and maintains a wary attitude towards him.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The protagonist discovers that Hu Cheng has undergone a spiritual trial in a mysterious tower, gaining vast knowledge and refining his Spirit Soul.
• Hu Cheng reveals that he can now confidently condense a Dao Fruit and achieve the True Immortal Realm with minimal bottlenecks.
• The protagonist finds eleven treasures in the inner area, including three Heaven-Piercing Immortal Treasures, with ease due to Hu Cheng's knowledge of the treasure land.
• The protagonist declines the most precious inheritance, a green light, as it could be detrimental due to its trial nature.

Character Developments

• Hu Cheng: Gains immense knowledge and spiritual growth, becoming confident in his cultivation progression. He also feels guilty for obtaining the best inheritance and wants to share the treasures.
• Protagonist: Shows caution and wisdom in declining the inheritance, demonstrating a deep understanding of his own capabilities and needs. He also displays generosity by giving Hu Cheng a Black Four-Leaf Clover treasure.

Significant Themes

• Spiritual Growth and Cultivation: The chapter emphasizes the importance of spiritual trials and refinement for cultivation progression.
• Knowledge and Wisdom: The protagonist's wisdom and understanding of his own limits are highlighted as crucial for decision-making.
• Friendship and Generosity: The protagonist's actions show that he values his friendship with Hu Cheng and is willing to share the treasures.

Character Interactions

• Protagonist and Hu Cheng: The protagonist interacts with Hu Cheng with caution, verifying his identity and then sharing the treasures with him, demonstrating their strong bond.
• Protagonist and Inheritance: The protagonist interacts with the inheritance with wisdom, declining it due to its potential detriments.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Hu Cheng, initially reluctant, accepts a Heaven-Piercing Immortal Treasure (Ink Orchid Immortal Grade) from the protagonist.
• The protagonist keeps two Heaven-Piercing Immortal Treasures for themselves: Night Blooming Immortal Grade and Jialan Bead.
• Hu Cheng accepts three Mid-grade and Top-grade Immortal Treasures and plans to give two to his friends Ye Fan and Su Zhe.
• The protagonist obtains five Mid-grade and Top-grade Immortal Treasures, including the Holy Origin Bone Casting Pill (Bone Root Pill they needed).

Character Developments

• Hu Cheng shows willpower by declining the treasure initially but eventually accepts it, demonstrating his temptation resistance and friendship with the protagonist.
• The protagonist's knowledge expands through Meng Yuan's book, showcasing their resourcefulness and continuous learning.
• Ye Fan and Su Zhe's willingness to cooperate is acknowledged, and they receive rewards, indicating their positive character traits.

Significant Themes

• Friendship and mutual support (Hu Cheng and the protagonist, Ye Fan and Su Zhe).
• The value of knowledge and continuous learning (the protagonist's expanded knowledge through Meng Yuan's book).
• The rarity and significance of specific treasures (Holy Origin Bone Casting Pill, Tianyi Heart Protecting Pill, Thunder Creation Pill).

Character Interactions

• The protagonist and Hu Cheng: They interact as friends, with the protagonist persuading Hu Cheng to accept the treasure and Hu Cheng showing appreciation for the protagonist's help.
• The protagonist and Ye Fan/Su Zhe: They interact briefly, with the protagonist acknowledging their cooperation and Ye Fan/Su Zhe expressing gratitude for the rewards.
• The protagonist and Meng Yuan: Their friendship is implied through Meng Yuan's sharing of valuable knowledge and resources.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ye Fan and Su Zhe, grateful for Hu Cheng's gifts, help establish initial contact methods with the protagonist.
• The protagonist returns to Canglan Sea Domain and contacts Master Ze Tao to repair the Five Elements Array Flags.
• Yan Hai volunteers to deliver the Five Elements Array Flags and part of the commission fee to Ze Tao.
• After refining the Sacred Origin Bone Casting Pill, the protagonist experiences unknown changes in their body over 23 years.
• In the 61,791st year, the protagonist's bone structure transforms, revealing Dao Scripts and granting them a new Supernatural Power, the "Great Void Silence Finger."

Character Developments

• Ye Fan and Su Zhe show gratitude and eagerness to befriend the protagonist.
• Yan Hai demonstrates loyalty and willingness to help the protagonist.
• Master Ze Tao shows willingness to assist the protagonist, likely due to the protagonist's potential future status.

Significant Themes

• Friendship and alliances: Ye Fan, Su Zhe, and Yan Hai show eagerness to befriend the protagonist, highlighting the importance of alliances in cultivation.
• Prestige and status: Ze Tao's willingness to help the protagonist indicates that the protagonist's current prestige and future potential are recognized and valued.
• Cultivation and growth: The protagonist's bone transformation and acquisition of a new Supernatural Power emphasize the continuous growth and improvement in cultivation.

Character Interactions

• The protagonist interacts with Ye Fan, Su Zhe, Yan Hai, and Ze Tao, fostering potential alliances and friendships.
• Yan Hai offers to escort the Five Elements Array Flags to Ze Tao, showing loyalty and willingness to help the protagonist.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The protagonist demonstrates incredible power with his "Great Void Annihilation Finger," which approaches the power of Five-Light Skyfall.
• He discovers that his cultivation speed has significantly increased with the help of the Supreme Dao Bone.
• He refines the Jialan Bead to about 70-80% completion, gaining insights into its abilities.

Character Developments

• The protagonist's power and cultivation speed increase, enhancing his overall strength.
• He gains a deeper understanding of the Jialan Bead's abilities and their utility in battle.

Significant Themes

• Power and Cultivation: The protagonist's increasing strength and cultivation speed are central to the chapter, highlighting his growth and potential.
• Artifact Refinement: The refinement of the Jialan Bead showcases the protagonist's skill and the importance of powerful artifacts in cultivation.

Character Interactions

• While there are no direct interactions with other characters in this chapter, the mention of Lan Gui (through his artifact, Carry Clouds and Summon Rain) provides a point of comparison for the Jialan Bead's abilities.
• The protagonist also considers the potential attention from True Immortals due to the Jialan Bead, hinting at possible future interactions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The protagonist receives a message from Ze Tao after refining the Lightning Creation Pill.
• Ze Tao reveals he's exhausted from working on the protagonist's Five Elements Formation Flags commission.
• The flags are partially repaired, not fully restored to their peak potential.

Character Developments

• Ze Tao: Realizes the flags' extraordinary nature, improves his formation techniques, but feels guilty for not fully repairing them.
• Protagonist: Understands Ze Tao's situation, accepts his apology and the favor of two free commissions.

Significant Themes

• The struggle between ambition and self-preservation (Ze Tao's decision to repair the flags himself).
• The consequences of underestimating one's opponents or tasks (Ze Tao's initial perception of the flags).

Character Interactions

• The protagonist and Ze Tao maintain a respectful, transactional relationship. Despite Ze Tao's guilt, the protagonist accepts his apology and the offered favors, leading to mutual satisfaction.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Five Elements Formation Flags are brought to Qiming Mountain and a formation is set up, testing its power.
• The Night Blooming Immortal Grade is refined and absorbed, aiding cultivation progress but not leading to a breakthrough.
• The Thunder Creation Pill helps in comprehending the First Fourth-grade Law: Golden Thunder Law.
• The power of the Golden Thunder Law influences the character's thoughts, leading to introspection about Laws and the Dao heart.

Character Developments

• The protagonist's cultivation and physical body make substantial progress but do not achieve a breakthrough.
• The protagonist comprehends the Golden Thunder Law, gaining a new understanding of the thunder attribute.
• The protagonist realizes the influence of Laws on their thoughts and the importance of maintaining a strong Dao heart.

Significant Themes

• The importance of a strong foundation and steady progress in cultivation.
• The influence of Laws on one's thoughts and the need to maintain control over them.
• The dual nature of high talent: bringing both benefits and unique dangers.

Character Interactions

• The protagonist interacts with members of the Yan Hai Pavilion, rewarding them for their service.
• The protagonist does not interact with any other characters in this chapter, focusing mainly on self-reflection and cultivation.

Notable Details

• The repaired Five Elements Illusion Annihilation Formation's power is comparable to some Heaven-Piercing Immortal-grade formations.
• The Night Blooming Immortal Grade is a Heaven-Piercing Immortal Treasure-grade immortal plant.
• The protagonist creates a special magnetic field of thunder attributes, naming it "Realm."

Key Plot Points and Events

• The protagonist acquires a new divine ability, Golden Thunder Law, which enhances their spells and supernatural powers, making them a threat even to slightly higher True Immortals.
• In the 64,147th year, the protagonist gifts the Golden Thunder Bamboo to Li Qingluan in exchange for a top-grade Immortal Grade bladed artifact.
• In the 64,181st year, Li Qingluan delivers a fiery red long saber to the protagonist.
• In the 64,726th year, three admirers of the protagonist's daughter, Ye Xing, arrive seeking help. They reveal that Ye Xing has been targeted by a strange man and left a token for the protagonist.

Character Developments

• The protagonist's power increases with the Golden Thunder Law, making them more formidable.
• The protagonist demonstrates their generosity by gifting the Golden Thunder Bamboo to Li Qingluan.
• Li Qingluan shows her thoughtfulness in choosing a suitable weapon for the protagonist.
• Ye Xing demonstrates courage and resourcefulness by using her father's name to try and deter the strange man.

Significant Themes

• Power and its responsible use (demonstrated through the protagonist's new ability and their decision to gift the Golden Thunder Bamboo).
• Exchange and reciprocity (illustrated in the trade between the protagonist and Li Qingluan).
• Family and protection (highlighted through the protagonist's concern for Ye Xing's safety).

Character Interactions

• The protagonist interacts with Li Qingluan, demonstrating a friendly and respectful relationship.
• The protagonist interacts with the three admirers of Ye Xing, showing concern and willingness to help his daughter.
• The protagonist's daughter, Ye Xing, interacts with a strange man, showing courage and resourcefulness in a dangerous situation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ye Xing, the protagonist's daughter, is targeted due to her Ethereal Emperor Physique by an elder of Tianji Palace, an affiliate of the Zhou Tian Xing Dou Divine Palace.
• The protagonist receives a letter from Fu Shi, the elder, who wants to negotiate about Ye Xing's whereabouts and strength.
• The protagonist decides to investigate Fu Shi's strength before deciding on a course of action.

Character Developments

• The protagonist's concern for Ye Xing's safety grows as her unique physique puts her in danger.
• Fu Shi is introduced as a reasonable yet powerful opponent, testing the protagonist's strength and connections.

Significant Themes

• The power of unique physical attributes and the danger they pose.
• The importance of strength and connections in the cultivation world.
• The protagonist's willingness to protect their daughter at any cost.

Character Interactions

• The protagonist interacts with Fu Shi through a letter, assessing his intentions and strength.
• The protagonist's relationship with Ye Xing is further emphasized as he becomes more protective of her.
• The protagonist considers seeking help from Meng Yuan and the Green Dragon, showing his network of allies.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The protagonist, using the identity of "Exploding Thunder Immortal Venerable," fights Fu Shi, a True Immortal, for three days, using only his recently comprehended fourth-grade Golden Thunder Law.
• Despite holding back, the protagonist gains the upper hand due to his exceptional recovery abilities and the Jialan Bead's Essence supply.
• Fu Shi concedes defeat and offers a token that allows entry to the Zhou Tian Star Dou Divine Palace's gathering point and a request to be made, with Fu Shi covering the final cost.
• The protagonist declines the token, citing the risk of being discovered by powerful beings. Fu Shi replaces it with a Jade Pendant for the Zhou Tian Auction.
• The protagonist returns to Qiming Mountain with Ye Xing, rewarding her friends for their help and encouraging Ye Xing's dedication to cultivation.

Character Developments

• The protagonist demonstrates his prowess and strategic thinking in battle, using Fu Shi as a sparring partner to improve his skills without revealing his full strength.
• Fu Shi shows respect and understanding, acknowledging the protagonist's strength and not plotting against him.
• Ye Xing learns from her experience, deciding to focus on cultivation to improve her skills and avoid future powerlessness.

Significant Themes

• Power and Control: The protagonist's immense strength allows him to control the battle with Fu Shi, while Ye Xing's lack of power leads to her feeling powerless in her predicament.
• Growth and Learning: The protagonist uses the battle to improve his skills, while Ye Xing learns from her experience to focus on her cultivation.
• Trust and Loyalty: Ye Xing's friends demonstrate loyalty by helping her, earning rewards from the protagonist.

Character Interactions

• The protagonist and Fu Shi engage in a prolonged, strategic battle, with the protagonist using Fu Shi to improve his skills while Fu Shi believes the protagonist is going easy on him.
• The protagonist rewards Ye Xing's friends for their help and encourages Ye Xing's dedication to cultivation.
• Fu Shi respects the protagonist's strength and replaces the token with a Jade Pendant, showing understanding and generosity.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ye Xing spends more time with her mother and helps manage Qiming Mountain.
• Ye Chen successfully reaches the Eighth Heaven Celestial Immortal Realm and makes friends, including two Golden Immortals.
• In 667,811, Meng Yuan invites the protagonist to the East Pole Sea for a meeting about a Dark Passage leading to an Evil God Realm.
• 1,200 years ago, a Dark Passage appeared, guarded by the Heavenly Court and two True Immortals. A "fog" event led to severe casualties, including both True Immortals.
• Powerful beings from Qingming Hetong Heaven explore the passage, discovering the "Blood Moon Evil Realm" and obtaining rewards.
• A grand trading fair is organized to exchange Treasures, with the protagonist, Meng Yuan, and Yan Lun invited.

Character Developments

• The protagonist is satisfied with Ye Chen's progress and expects him to reach the Golden Immortal realm soon.
• Meng Yuan's Master, Tianhe Immortal Venerable, explores the Blood Moon Evil Realm and returns with rewards.
• Hu Cheng declines the invitation due to his busy schedule refining an Immortal Grade item.

Significant Themes

• The gap between the protagonist's abilities and those of their children.
• The dangers and opportunities presented by the Dark Passage and the Blood Moon Evil Realm.
• The value and exchange of Treasures among powerful beings.

Character Interactions

• The protagonist and Ye Xing discuss her training and future plans.
• The protagonist reflects on Ye Chen's achievements and future prospects.
• Meng Yuan invites the protagonist, Yan Lun, and Hu Cheng to the trading fair, with Hu Cheng declining.
• The protagonist, Meng Yuan, and Yan Lun meet Tianhe Immortal Venerable and discuss the trading fair.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Ruohe, the Tianhe Immortal Venerable, meets the protagonist and Yan Lun, expressing admiration for the protagonist's potential.
• They embark on a journey to the East Pole Sea, accompanied by many beings seeking Jiang Ruohe's protection.
• The journey takes 35 years, with numerous attacks along the way, including encounters with Rune Creatures upon entering the eastern region.

Character Developments

• The protagonist's true potential is recognized by Jiang Ruohe, who values him highly.
• Jiang Ruohe is revealed to have a unique aura that captivates many cultivators.
• A mysterious ice-attributed Spiritual Item with Intelligence joins the journey, hinting at a powerful backer.

Significant Themes

• The value of appearance and potential in the cultivation world.
• The power dynamics and alliances among different beings and forces in the Qingming River Child Heaven.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Ruohe treats the protagonist and Yan Lun as semi-insiders, allowing them to ride on her main sword for protection.
• The protagonist and Jiang Ruohe discuss the protagonist's deeds and potential.
• The protagonist observes and speculates about the origins and backing of the ice-attributed Spiritual Item.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The protagonist encounters the Zhu, a powerful native race of Qingming Hetong Heaven, who resist other races living there.
• The Zhu cannot be completely annihilated and keep reappearing, leading to frequent battles and purges by the Eight Great Powers.
• The protagonist's group battles a Zhu leader who temporarily gains amplified strength, but ultimately, the Zhu are dispersed.
• The battle yields no rewards, and there are casualties among the protagonist's group.
• The protagonist learns that such large-scale attacks by the Zhu are rare and speculates that there might be significant changes in the Eastern Region.
• The leading powerhouses confirm a collective riot by the Zhu race and decide to lead everyone out of the Eastern Territory to await further news.

Character Developments

• Meng Yuan, the protagonist's companion, provides information about the Zhu and the Eastern Region.
• The protagonist demonstrates keen observation skills and strategic thinking, speculating about the changes in the Eastern Region.
• The three leading powerhouses (Tianhe Immortal Venerable, Pure-blood Azure Dragon, and Fire Dragon Immortal Venerable) showcase their exceptional strength and coordination during the battle.

Significant Themes

• The struggle for territory and resources between different races.
• The difficulty of communication and understanding between different races.
• The consequences of underestimating or misjudging one's opponents.

Character Interactions

• The protagonist interacts with Meng Yuan to gain information and discuss strategies.
• The three leading powerhouses work together to defeat the Zhu leader, demonstrating their strength and coordination.
• The protagonist observes the interactions between Fire Dragon Immortal Venerable and his Fire Dragon Soul, speculating about their relationship in life.
• The protagonist and the leading powerhouses discuss the changes in the Eastern Region and decide on their next course of action.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The group arrives at Immortal Mirage Sea City, a defense line controlled by the Mirage Dragon Clan.
• They learn that the clan has five True Immortal Realm members and an Immortal King Ancestor.
• Azure Dragon informs the City Lord about the Zhu Clan's rebellion, news that the clan had not yet received.
• The City Lord reveals that the clan had anticipated the rebellion and prepared accordingly.
• Azure Dragon shares that three Zhu People Ancestors, comparable to Immortal Kings, are suspected to have reunited.

Character Developments

• Azure Dragon: Demonstrates his status and influence as a Pureblood Dragon, earning respect from the Mirage Dragon City Lord.
• Mirage Dragon City Lord: Shows initial warmth towards the group but becomes serious upon hearing about the Zhu Clan's rebellion. Reveals the clan's preparations and foresight.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and alliances: The strength of the Mirage Dragon Clan and their ancestral territory deter potential attackers. The Zhu Clan's rebellion threatens this balance.
• Foresight and preparation: The Mirage Dragon Clan's anticipation of the Zhu Clan's rebellion showcases their strategic thinking and long-term planning.

Character Interactions

• Azure Dragon and Mirage Dragon City Lord: Azure Dragon's status as a Pureblood Dragon earns him respect and a warm welcome from the City Lord. They discuss the Zhu Clan's rebellion and the clan's preparations.
• The group and the Mirage Dragon Clan: The group's strength and Azure Dragon's status ensure they are welcomed and protected in Immortal Mirage Sea City. The clan sees the group as an asset in their preparations against the Zhu Clan's rebellion.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A rebellion led by Zhu, a fearless and dangerous race, has broken out in the eastern territories.
• The Dragon Race, Azure Dragon's kin, has received confidential information about the rebellion.
• The eastern territories are sealed off, preventing the spread of information and the departure of Living Beings.
• The rebellion involves at least three Immortal King-level Zhu, making it a high-risk, low-reward situation.
• A trade fair in Immortal Mirage Sea City is delayed due to the rebellion.
• After thirteen years, a joint operation involving eighteen late True Immortal cultivators and five Immortal Kings is launched against the Zhu.
• A major battle occurs, resulting in injuries to several Immortal Kings.

Character Developments

• Azure Dragon shares crucial information about the Zhu rebellion with the protagonist.
• Meng Yuan feels guilty for dragging the protagonist into the turmoil.
• Azure Dragon uses his connections to keep Fire Dragon Immortal Venerable behind to protect the protagonist and other juniors.

Significant Themes

• Fearlessness in the face of death (Zhu's fearlessness, the reluctance of other races to engage).
• The dangers of encircling Zhu (high risk, low reward, and the likelihood of True Immortals and Immortal Kings falling).
• The importance of connections and influence (Azure Dragon's ability to keep Fire Dragon Immortal Venerable behind).

Character Interactions

• Azure Dragon shares confidential information with the protagonist, showing trust.
• Meng Yuan apologizes to the protagonist and Yan Lun for the current situation.
• Azure Dragon and other powerful individuals show concern for the safety of the juniors attending the trade fair.
• Azure Dragon uses his influence to protect the protagonist and other juniors by keeping Fire Dragon Immortal Venerable behind.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The remaining Zhu Immortal Kings, though injured, can recover within days due to their powerful healing methods.
• Six Zhu True Immortals escaped, while three Immortal Kings faced special attention; one dissipated, another self-destructed, and the last one escaped but is critically injured.
• The search for the last Zhu Immortal King continues, threatening the rebellion's conclusion within two years.
• No Immortal Kings attack Immortal Mirage Sea City, but two Zhu True Immortals attempt to bypass its defenses using an inside informant's help.
• The protagonist and allies intercept the two Zhu, leading to their eventual dissipation.
• The Mirage Dragon Clan rewards the protagonist and allies with "Dragon Essence Mirage Fruits" for discovering the crisis, with the protagonist receiving a five-million-year-old fruit.

Character Developments

• The protagonist demonstrates strategic thinking and combat prowess, earning respect and rewards from the Mirage Dragon Clan.
• The Zhu Immortal Kings show resilience and desperation, willing to self-destruct to cause damage.
• The Alliance Immortal Kings prioritize minimizing harm to the real world, choosing deep Void battlegrounds.

Significant Themes

• Environmental protection and concern for the world's well-being, shared by both the Zhu and other Immortal Kings.
• The value of information and insider knowledge in warfare.
• The power of unity and combined strength, as seen in the battle against the two Zhu True Immortals.

Character Interactions

• The protagonist works with Yan Lun, Li Qingluan, and Meng Yuan to intercept the two Zhu True Immortals.
• The Fire Dragon Immortal Venerable and the Grand Elder of the Mirage Dragon Clan lead the defense of Immortal Mirage Sea City.
• The protagonist and the Mirage Dragon Clan share a mutual respect, with the clan rewarding the protagonist for their actions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Zhu rebellion is quelled, and the Azure Dragon and Jiang Ruohe decide to attend a trade fair in the East Pole Sea fifteen years later.
• The protagonist chooses to accompany them to the trade fair.
• At the trade fair, the protagonist trades Top-grade Immortal Treasures for Immortal Plants and materials to supplement his painting supplies.
• The Azure Dragon trades for four Heaven-Piercing Immortal Treasures, including a piece of dark green charcoal with second-ring Dao Qi.
• Three Heaven-Piercing Immortal Treasure transactions within the second ring occur, one of which is made by the Azure Dragon.

Character Developments

• The protagonist demonstrates his business acumen and willingness to learn by trading and observing Heaven-Piercing Immortal Treasures.
• The Azure Dragon showcases his wealth and influence by trading for multiple Heaven-Piercing Immortal Treasures.

Significant Themes

• The value and rarity of Heaven-Piercing Immortal Treasures.
• The importance of networking and attending events like trade fairs for growth and learning.
• The protagonist's dedication to improving his painting skills and gathering materials.

Character Interactions

• The protagonist interacts with various True Immortals and observes their trades, learning from their experiences.
• The Azure Dragon and Jiang Ruohe continue to mentor and guide the protagonist, with the Azure Dragon demonstrating his wealth and influence through his trades.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The protagonist learns about creating and refining Child Fires of the Samadhi Divine Fire using Azure Dragon's materials, which can take years but result in powerful Immortal Treasures.
• The protagonist reflects on the value of time and decides not to spend tens of thousands of years creating High-grade Immortal Treasures due to the pressing threat of Immortal King Zhu.
• The trading activities conclude successfully, and the teams return, with Li Qingluan immediately resuming her cultivation.
• The protagonist consumes a third strand of high-purity Primordial Violet Qi, bringing the Useless Jade Pendant closer to becoming a Heaven-Piercing Immortal Treasure.
• The protagonist achieves the Fifth-turn Golden Immortal realm, completing the fifth Nirvana of the Flower of the Great Dao.

Character Developments

• The protagonist demonstrates maturity and prioritization, choosing to focus on cultivation rather than treasure creation due to the looming threat of Immortal King Zhu.
• Li Qingluan shows increased urgency and dedication to her cultivation, starting extra training immediately after the trading trip.

Significant Themes

• The value of time and prioritizing long-term goals over immediate gains.
• The importance of continuous cultivation and improvement in the face of threats.
• The pursuit of power and treasures to ensure survival and growth.

Character Interactions

• The protagonist and Li Qingluan are both driven by a sense of urgency to improve their cultivation, with Li Qingluan starting extra training immediately after the trading trip.
• The protagonist and Li Qingluan are not mentioned to interact directly in this chapter, but their shared sense of urgency is implied.

Plot Points and Events

• The protagonist participates in the "Silver Bright Grade" Zhou Tian Auction using their true appearance and Fu Shi's Jade Pendant.
• They acquire three Top-grade Immortal Treasures, including two rare "Origin" type treasures, and a Flying Treasure for Ye Chen.
• Hu Cheng successfully breaks through to Eight-turn Golden Immortal and sees through one of his major Inner Demons.
• Ye Chen returns to Qiming Mountain and begins seclusion to break through to Golden Immortal.
• The protagonist senses Ye Chen's breakthrough and investigates, finding his Immortal Source to be exceptionally condensed.
• Ye Chen exits seclusion, and the protagonist praises him and gifts the Flying Treasure. They then spar to assess Ye Chen's progress.

Character Developments

• The protagonist demonstrates caution and strategic thinking in acquiring treasures and concealing their children's cultivation.
• Hu Cheng shows dedication to his cultivation and understanding of the protagonist's philosophy.
• Ye Chen displays diligence in his cultivation and excitement upon receiving the Flying Treasure.

Significant Themes

• Caution and strategic planning in cultivation and treasure acquisition.
• The importance of foundational accumulation in cultivation.
• The bond between the protagonist and their children, shown through praise, guidance, and gifting.

Character Interactions

• The protagonist and Fu Shi: Fu Shi assists the protagonist in the auction, and they discuss the use of the Jade Pendant.
• The protagonist and Hu Cheng: The protagonist learns of Hu Cheng's breakthrough and inner demon progress, showing pride in his achievements.
• The protagonist and Ye Chen: The protagonist praises Ye Chen, gifts him the Flying Treasure, and spars with him to assess his progress.