Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Great Void Competition concludes, with spots secured by: You (4 wins), Jin Jue Ming (4 wins), Zhu Yu (3 wins), Qing Xian (3 wins), Xue Que (2 wins), Jin Chang Geng (2 wins), and Lu Zongyuan (2 wins).
• A post-competition meeting is held among faction leaders, lasting five days, with signs of a hidden, intense battle among them.
• Qin Huang, the Co-Lord, aims to rein in ambitious leaders and discuss Qinghe Heaven and Earth's decision-making.

Character Developments

• You demonstrate exceptional composure and leadership, earning praise from other leaders.
• Zhu Yu and Qing Xian showcase their strength and prowess, securing spots in the Great Void Realm.
• Lu Zongyuan, despite not using the Divine Willow Formless Puppet, secures a spot, proving his skill as the Tianji Pavilion's Puppet Master.
• Qin Huang, the Snow Emperor, engages in a hidden battle, hinting at internal power struggles.

Significant Themes

• Ambition vs. Restraint: Various leaders' ambitions grow with their increased strength, leading to a power struggle with Qin Huang.
• Strength vs. Luck: Characters' fates are influenced by both their strength and luck, as seen in Bai Lu's elimination.
• Leadership and Composure: You and the Snow Emperor demonstrate exceptional leadership and composure, earning respect from other leaders.

Character Interactions

• You and Jin Jue Ming are the top competitors, with four wins each.
• Zhu Yu and Qing Xian, both from the Spirit Palace, secure spots with impressive performances.
• Lu Zongyuan, despite not using your puppet, secures a spot, showing his skill and potential.
• Qin Huang, the Snow Emperor, engages in a hidden battle with other leaders, hinting at internal power dynamics.
• Jin Wuya, the Golden Dragon Old Ancestor, is suspected of challenging Qin Huang's position due to his ambition and strength.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The protagonist leaves Myriad Dragon City after resting for three days, following the Snow Emperor.
• Jin Wuya's absence and potential defeat by Qin Huang are suspected.
• Han Liang is assigned to guard the Demon Abyss to temper his character.
• The protagonist receives a Golden Marrow Insect Crystal to boost cultivation.
• Qin Huang appears at Ganyun Heavenly Palace, revealing his true strength and discovering the protagonist's secret.

Character Developments

• The Snow Emperor's mood improves upon returning to Cold Abyss Snow City.
• Han Liang becomes an Immortal King and is assigned to guard the Demon Abyss.
• Qin Huang's true strength is revealed, surpassing previous estimates.

Significant Themes

• The importance of observation and deduction in understanding high-level Immortal Kings' relationships and intentions.
• The protagonist's Extreme Charm Talent has drawbacks, as Qin Huang discovers their secret passively.

Character Interactions

• The Snow Emperor receives the various leaders at Myriad Dragon City, contrasting with the initial situation.
• Xue Que discusses his deductions with the protagonist but cannot detect Li Yixian's injury.
• Qin Huang and the protagonist have a brief but revealing eye contact, with Qin Huang discovering the protagonist's secret.
• The Snow Emperor summons all Immortal Kings for a grand banquet to celebrate their results in the Great Void Competition.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The group enters the Great Void Realm, aiming for the Sea-Covering Dragon Emperor's treasure location.
• They encounter Xuan Wei from the Longevity Palace and nineteen calamities in five days.
• The eighth calamity, a Death Plague, yields a rare Heavenly Bone, valuable for crafting a high-level Dao Artifact.
• Upon reaching the treasure location, they find a large-scale calamity, the Gua Feng Tribulation, instead of a treasure palace.

Character Developments

• The protagonist demonstrates adaptability and composure, managing divided attention and hiding their Spirit Body's anomaly.
• Xue Di shows experience and knowledge about the Great Void Realm's calamities.
• Xue Que reveals his expertise in identifying crafting materials, valuing the Heavenly Bone highly.
• Han Ze expresses envy of the protagonist's gains and hopes for the Sea-Covering Dragon Emperor's treasure.

Significant Themes

• The dangers and unpredictability of the Great Void Realm's calamities.
• The value of knowledge and experience in navigating the Great Void Realm.
• The potential rewards hidden within the realm's calamities.

Character Interactions

• The protagonist's group encounters Xuan Wei, who is wary of Xue Di and avoids interaction.
• The group works together to navigate calamities, with Xue Di and Xue Que leading the way.
• The group is bewildered and concerned upon discovering the Gua Feng Tribulation instead of the expected treasure.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The group faces the Gua Feng Tribulation, a seemingly ordinary disaster, for eight days.
• On the eighth day, a flash of light is noticed within the tribulation, leading to the discovery of four boundless gates behind the shrinking Gua Feng.
• The group crosses the Gua Feng and arrives before the four distinct gates, each with unique properties.

Character Developments

• The protagonist's determination and patience are tested and proven as they persist in facing the Gua Feng Tribulation.
• Han Ze, an Immortal King, is shown to be vulnerable and affected by the white gate, challenging his self-image.

Significant Themes

• Patience and Persistence: The protagonist's refusal to give up despite facing a seemingly ordinary disaster for days highlights the importance of persistence.
• Appearance vs. Reality: The contrast between the white gate's initial appearance of hope and its true, harmful nature underscores the theme of appearance versus reality.

Character Interactions

• The Snow Emperor and the protagonist work together, with the Snow Emperor supporting Han Ze when he's affected by the white gate.
• The protagonist takes the lead in investigating the gates, solidifying their role as the team's explorer.
• Yang Yangtian follows the protagonist's instructions, showing trust and cooperation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The group faces four mysterious gates, focusing on the Black and White Gate first.
• Yang Yangtian, a Dark Guard, tests the gate, losing limbs and eyes but being healed by the protagonist.
• The gate opens, revealing a false lake with two koi, which transform into dragons and release jade pendants (one black, one white).
• The white jade pendant, a Creation Supreme Treasure, chooses the Snow Emperor, and unknown runes appear on his palm.

Character Developments

• Yang Yangtian shows loyalty and fearlessness in facing the gate's danger.
• The Snow Emperor is astonished by the protagonist's healing ability and the appearance of Creation Supreme Treasures.
• The protagonist demonstrates powerful healing and control over life energy.

Significant Themes

• The power of loyalty and obedience (Yang Yangtian's actions).
• The value and uniqueness of Creation Supreme Treasures.
• The theme of fortune and its consequences (the Snow Emperor's desire for the treasure).

Character Interactions

• The protagonist and Yang Yangtian: The protagonist heals and empowers Yang Yangtian, fostering a strong bond.
• The protagonist and the Snow Emperor: The Snow Emperor is impressed by the protagonist's abilities and shows restraint despite desiring the Creation Supreme Treasure.
• The Snow Emperor and the unknown runes: The Snow Emperor is intrigued and affected by the runes that appear on his palm.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Snow Emperor forms a partnership with the white dragon Jade Pendant, initiating the master-servant recognition process.
• The black dragon Jade Pendant shows interest in forming a Bloodline Contract with the protagonist, but conflicts with the Phoenix Primordial Spirit.
• The "Investiture of the Gods" (Demon Dispatch Scroll) suddenly emerges from the protagonist's body, attempting to absorb the black dragon Jade Pendant.

Character Developments

• The Snow Emperor successfully initializes a partnership with a Creation Supreme Treasure.
• The protagonist is approached by another Creation Supreme Treasure for a Bloodline Contract, causing conflict with their existing Phoenix Primordial Spirit.
• The "Investiture of the Gods" book reveals its ability to target primordial spirits.

Significant Themes

• The power and rarity of Creation Supreme Treasures.
• The importance of consent and harmony between primordial spirits and their hosts.
• The unexpected nature of the "Investiture of the Gods" book.

Character Interactions

• The Snow Emperor supports the protagonist but is unable to directly assist in the conflict between the primordial spirits and the book.
• The white dragon Jade Pendant aids the black dragon Jade Pendant by transforming into a powerful jade disc.
• The protagonist communicates with the Snow Emperor and the Phoenix Primordial Spirit, seeking their assistance.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Black Dragon Jade Pendant is pulled out of the suction by the Phoenix Divine Mark.
• The Eight Trigrams object transforms into a mass of black and white mist, rushing into the Investiture of the Gods (Demon Dispatch Scroll).
• The book struggles, emitting black smoke, before descending from its floating state.
• The Phoenix Primordial Spirit reveals that the book's primordial spirit is weakened and can be refined for control.
• The protagonist decides to erase the book's remaining will and control its power directly.
• The Snow Emperor and others worry about the protagonist's situation but do not seize his Treasures.
• The protagonist refines the Investiture of the Gods (Demon Dispatch Scroll), turning it into a "vegetative person" under his control.
• The protagonist plans to refine the Black Dragon Jade Pendant and store the Investiture of the Gods (Demon Dispatch Scroll) for later use.

Character Developments

• The protagonist demonstrates decisive action in refining the Investiture of the Gods (Demon Dispatch Scroll) despite its potential power.
• The Snow Emperor and others show restraint and concern for the protagonist, maintaining their good relations.
• The Phoenix Primordial Spirit proves to be knowledgeable and helpful in guiding the protagonist.

Significant Themes

• The power and danger of Creation Supreme Treasures.
• The importance of good relations and trust among allies.
• The consequences of underestimating one's opponents.

Character Interactions

• The protagonist interacts with the Phoenix Primordial Spirit, receiving guidance and support.
• The Snow Emperor and others show concern for the protagonist, demonstrating their trust and goodwill.
• The Treasures (Investiture of the Gods, Black Dragon Jade Pendant) interact, with the Investiture of the Gods attempting to assimilate the Black Dragon Jade Pendant and ultimately being refined by the protagonist.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The White Dragon Pendant's Black Dragon Primordial Spirit is refined, forming a "Bloodline Pact" with the protagonist.
• The Black Dragon Pendant reveals it chose the protagonist due to a pure death aura on him, which could aid its transformation into a "Postnatal Supreme Treasure."
• The protagonist enters the black and white gates, retrieving five valuable Treasures from the Twin Dragon Pendants' homes.
• The Twin Dragon Pendants' origins and transformation are revealed. They were originally peculiar stones that gained consciousness and intelligence, absorbing the energy of an illusory lake during their transformation.

Character Developments

• The protagonist learns about the death aura on him and its significance to the Black Dragon Pendant.
• The Snow Emperor feels fortunate for not seizing the White Dragon Pendant earlier, acknowledging the protagonist's talent and caution.
• The Twin Dragon Pendants, now revealed to be conscious stones that transformed into dragons, express their loneliness and sadness during their transformation period.

Significant Themes

• Cause and Effect: The protagonist's actions and choices have consequences, such as the Snow Emperor's fortunate outcome due to her caution and the Twin Dragon Pendants' transformation affecting their environment.
• Coincidence and Fate: The death aura on the protagonist is a coincidence that influences the Black Dragon Pendant's choice, while the Twin Dragon Pendants' transformation is a result of their environment and the unknown gas that nurtured them.

Character Interactions

• The Black Dragon Pendant and the protagonist form a bond, with the Black Dragon Pendant aiding the protagonist's growth.
• The Snow Emperor and the protagonist share a moment of understanding, acknowledging each other's wisdom and caution.
• The Twin Dragon Pendants interact with the Sea-Covering Dragon Emperor, who leaves a mark and plans to revisit them later.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• The group obtains two Supreme Treasures (Twin Dragon Pendants) and other valuable items from the black and white stone gate.
• They decide to take back the accompanying raw jade materials to reforge into a jade box for nurturing jade.
• Xue Que and Han Ze receive an Immortal Fate Stone, Dust-Clearing Sand, and a Void Realm Shore Flower.
• The group opens the third crimson door, revealing a grove of Crimson Refined Fire Jujube Trees.
• They discover residual aura of a Creation Supreme Treasure, likely taken by the Sea-Covering Dragon Emperor.

Character Developments

• The group becomes more cautious about the remaining doors' dangers.
• Yang Yangtian leads the group in opening the crimson door.

Significant Themes

• The cruelty of the world and the unpredictability of life.
• The power of teamwork and shared knowledge (e.g., using the Sea-Covering Dragon Emperor's map and methods).

Character Interactions

• The group works together to open the crimson door, with Yang Yangtian taking the lead.
• The Black and White Dragon spirits provide guidance and assistance to the group.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The group decides not to uproot the Scarlet Refining Fire Date Trees due to the Black Dragon's spirit's warning.
• They find over 400 dates, with the best ones (Fifth and Fourth Ring Dao Grade) distributed based on merit.
• They successfully pass through the Gua Feng Tribulation and obtain the Jieri Fuque Mushroom.
• In the remaining time, they find and clear two Void Holes, obtaining three Fifth-Ring Dao Treasures, including the Glazed Skyfire Liquid.
• They exit the Great Void Realm with their treasures.

Character Developments

• The Snow Emperor shows wisdom in decision-making and leadership.
• The protagonist demonstrates courage in trusting the Black Dragon's spirit and in choosing the best treasure.
• Han Ze shows understanding and acceptance of his limited role due to his lower cultivation realm.

Significant Themes

• Trust and intuition (trusting the Black Dragon's spirit, following the Body of Ten Thousand Spirits' guidance).
• Merit-based distribution and fairness (sharing treasures based on contributions).
• Adaptation and growth (Han Ze's acceptance of his role, Xue Que's confidence in attempting the Quasi-Emperor realm).

Character Interactions

• The Snow Emperor, the protagonist, and Xue Que form a strong team, working together to defeat guardians and distribute treasures.
• Han Ze's limited involvement highlights the importance of cultivation realm in determining one's role and expectations.
• The protagonist and Xue Que's agreement to exchange treasures for further refinement and growth shows their mutual support and understanding.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The protagonist seeks two treasures: "Heavenly Dragon Wrong Pulse Grass" and "Heavenly Sound Thunder Core."
• The Heavenly Sound Thunder Core is obtained from a Void Giant Beast killed by the Snow Emperor.
• The protagonist plans to use the Heavenly Sound Thunder Core for body tempering and the Heavenly Dragon Wrong Pulse Grass for mutation.
• The protagonist redeems a Fifth-ring cultivation Dao Pill, "Tian Xuan Xiu Sui Pill," to accelerate cultivation.
• In seclusion, the protagonist refines various treasures and makes significant progress in cultivation.
• The protagonist refines the Black Dragon Pendant, receiving a backlash of pure essence and increasing his Immortal Essence progress to 68%.
• The protagonist sets a goal to create a Primordial Spirit will for the "Investiture of the Gods" Treasure.
• The protagonist successfully extracts the Primordial Spirit from the Sitting and Forgetting Tablet and uses it to replace the Primordial Spirit of the Investiture of the Gods, enhancing its power.

Character Developments

• The protagonist's cultivation progresses rapidly, reaching 68% Immortal Essence for the Immortal King Fourth Realm.
• The Snow Emperor is mentioned as a powerful figure who has refined the Tian Xuan Xiu Sui Pill numerous times.

Significant Themes

• The pursuit of power and cultivation progress.
• The importance of treasures and their refinement for advancement.
• The challenges and sacrifices involved in achieving great power.

Character Interactions

• The protagonist interacts with the Snow Emperor, obtaining the Heavenly Sound Thunder Core from him.
• The protagonist works with Xue Que to redeem the Heavenly Dragon Wrong Pulse Grass.
• The protagonist and Xue Que are both in seclusion, working on their cultivation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ye Chen faces trouble and is helped by Lu Yao.
• Ye Chen enters the Purple Cloud Secret Realm, excels, and receives a Fifth-ring Dao Treasure, Luofu Qingxiang Fruit.
• Ye Chen is framed for having relations with Xue Qianxi's daughter, Lu Xian is responsible.
• Lu Xian is punished by Lu Wushuang: 30 million years imprisonment, loss of 60 million years stipend, and eternal Demon Abyss guard duty.
• Ye Chen marries Xue Qianxi's daughter, Xue Qiuyu.
• Three old friends near breakthroughs: Xue Qing, Jin Chang Geng, and Hou Ba.

Character Developments

• Ye Chen gains recognition and power, becomes a secondary husband.
• Lu Xian's jealousy and resentment towards Ye Chen grow.
• Xue Qianxi and Lu Wushuang protect Ye Chen, maintain balance within the Lu Family.
• Hou Ba successfully breaks through his bottleneck, nears Proving the Dao.
• Xue Qiuyu remains dedicated to her cultivation, despite her marriage to Ye Chen.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and politics within the Lu Family.
• The consequences of jealousy and resentment.
• Protection and punishment in maintaining family and societal balance.
• The pursuit of cultivation and personal growth.

Character Interactions

• Ye Chen and Lu Yao: Lu Yao helps and protects Ye Chen.
• Ye Chen and Lu Xian: Their conflict escalates due to Lu Xian's jealousy.
• Xue Qianxi and Lu Wushuang: They work together to maintain balance and protect Ye Chen.
• Ye Chen and Xue Qiuyu: They marry, but Xue Qiuyu remains focused on her cultivation.
• You (as Yin Du Lao Guai) and Lu Wushuang: You help Lu Wushuang obtain the Ancient Pill, but Lu Wushuang doesn't reveal this to others.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ye Chen and Xue Qiuyu's relationship is confirmed, and Xue Qiuyu moves between Tianji Pavilion and Snow City.
• Ye Chen visits Xue Qiuyu at the Maple King Palace, bringing Jiang Wen and gifts, including a Third-ring Dao Treasure called "Mobo."
• Ye Chen learns about the progress of the younger generations in the Ye family, with eleven having achieved True Immortal Realm cultivation.
• Ye Chen inspects the cultivation progress of the younger generations over a hundred years, providing guidance.

Character Developments

• Xue Qiuyu: Develops feelings for Ye Chen, admiring his demeanor and achievements.
• Ye Chen: Shows care and concern for the younger generations in the Ye family, providing resources and guidance.
• Ye Qingchen, Ye Wuhuan, Ye Qingren, Ye Qingyan, and Ye Wangchuan: Make significant progress in their cultivation, with Ye Qingchen and Ye Wuhuan meeting Ye Chen's expectations.

Significant Themes

• The importance of guidance and supervision in cultivation.
• The role of resources in aiding cultivation progress.
• The disappointment of not meeting expectations despite significant progress.

Character Interactions

• Ye Chen and Xue Qiuyu: Share a warm reunion, with Ye Chen bringing gifts to make up for a missed occasion.
• Ye Chen and the younger generations: Ye Chen inspects their cultivation progress, providing guidance and expressing disappointment in some of their foundations.
• Ye Chen and Hou Ba: Ye Chen learns about the younger generations' progress from Hou Ba.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ye Wuhuan condenses a top-grade Second-grade Dao Fruit, showing great potential.
• The sky of Qinghe Heaven and Earth darkens, causing panic, but the change is different from previous All Heavens disasters.
• Five black holes appear in the northern region, merging into a black serpent, which is swallowed by the Black Dragon Pendant.
• The Black Dragon Primordial Spirit awakens after three thousand years and transforms the remaining black smoke into five high-quality "Source of Calamity" crystals.

Character Developments

• Ye Wuhuan: Proves his potential as a promising seed of the Ye Family.
• The Protagonist: Shows wisdom in handling the crisis, gains valuable resources (Source of Calamity crystals) from the black serpent event.

Significant Themes

• Potential and growth of younger generations (Ye Wuhuan).
• The protagonist's wisdom and adaptability in handling unexpected situations.
• The insignificance of "World-Ending Calamities" in the Thirty-Six Heavens like Qinghe Heaven and Earth.

Character Interactions

• The protagonist interacts with Ye Wuhuan, showing interest in his growth and potential.
• The protagonist communicates with the Black Dragon Primordial Spirit, learning about the black serpent and the Source of Calamity crystals.
• Qin Huang, another character, is mentioned as sensing the black serpent's aura but unable to trace its origin.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The protagonist struggles to find use for the five 'Source of Calamity' crystals.
• The Snow Emperor refines the Jieyang Heavenly Dao Pill using the risky 'Emperor Star Seven Consecutive' method, producing three pills.
• The protagonist trades the Glazed Heavenly Fire Liquid and four Source of Calamity crystals for the pills.
• Xue Qing, daughter of Vice Palace Master Xue Que, attempts to prove her Dao.

Character Developments

• The Snow Emperor demonstrates exceptional Pill Refining skill and takes risks for greater gains.
• The protagonist understands the unique properties of the Source of Calamity crystals and their value to specific individuals.
• Xue Qing shows maturity and solid foundation in her cultivation, ready for Dao Proving.

Significant Themes

• The value of taking risks for potential greater rewards (Snow Emperor's Pill Refining).
• The unique properties and uses of rare treasures (Source of Calamity crystals).
• The importance of a solid foundation in cultivation (Xue Qing's Dao Proving).

Character Interactions

• The Snow Emperor and the protagonist engage in a trade beneficial to both parties.
• The protagonist supports Xue Qing's Dao Proving, demonstrating their bond and the protagonist's role as a mentor/protector.
• Various powerhouses from the Northern Region and beyond attend Xue Qing's Dao Proving, highlighting Xue Que's prestige and the event's significance.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xue Qing successfully completes her Dao Proving, becoming the fourth Immortal King in the Cold Abyss Divine Palace.
• Xue Que enters seclusion after his daughter's successful breakthrough.
• Zhu rebels again in Qinghe Heaven and Earth, leading to the discovery of a "Rhinoceros Horn Silver Armor Turtle Insect" by Jin Jue Ming.
• The Rhinoceros Horn Silver Armor Turtle Insect is revealed to be a "ticket" for fishing in the Boundary Abyss Sea, a realm-sea with immense treasures but also great dangers.

Character Developments

• Xue Qing grows in strength, solidifying her status as an Immortal King.
• Xue Que, reassured by his daughter's success, enters seclusion to further his cultivation.
• Jin Jue Ming demonstrates exceptional luck by obtaining the Rhinoceros Horn Silver Armor Turtle Insect.

Significant Themes

• The importance of family and personal growth in cultivation.
• The allure and risks of the Boundary Abyss Sea, symbolizing the duality of opportunity and danger in the cultivation world.

Character Interactions

• Xue Qing and Xue Que's bond strengthens as they support each other's cultivation journeys.
• Jin Jue Ming's newfound status as a potential Boundary Abyss Sea angler draws attention from powerful individuals in the eastern region.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Rhinoceros Horn Silver Armor Turtle Insect's appearance signals the impending opening of the Boundary Abyss Sea.
• Protagonist (Tai Bai) gathers information about the Boundary Abyss Sea and decides to find an entry "ticket" promptly.
• Tai Bai and Snow Emperor both leave Snow City to search for "bait" for the Boundary Abyss Sea.
• After three years, Tai Bai arrives at Jin Yi Star City and encounters Jin Chang Geng.

Character Developments

• Tai Bai: Shows quick thinking, thoroughness in gathering information, and determination to seize the Boundary Abyss Sea opportunity.
• Snow Emperor: Trusts Tai Bai's judgment, prioritizes the Boundary Abyss Sea opportunity over cultivation, and shares Tai Bai's goal.
• Jin Chang Geng: Wants to break through to Quasi-Emperor cultivation, practices sword intent by suppressing injustices, and offers help to Tai Bai.

Significant Themes

• Opportunity and preparedness: Tai Bai and Snow Emperor seize the Boundary Abyss Sea opportunity due to their preparations and quick actions.
• Trust and respect: Snow Emperor trusts Tai Bai's judgment, and Tai Bai respects the Boundary Abyss Sea's importance.
• Personal growth: Jin Chang Geng's sword practice helps him gain significant insights and growth.

Character Interactions

• Tai Bai and Snow Emperor: They share the same goal and trust each other's judgment, but Tai Bai declines Snow Emperor's offer to travel together due to the unique bond "bait" forms with its finder.
• Tai Bai and Jin Chang Geng: They meet in Jin Yi Star City. Tai Bai politely refuses Jin Chang Geng's offer to travel together, but Jin Chang Geng provides him with a high-quality Talisman Token as a gesture of goodwill.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jin Chang Geng gives the protagonist a high-quality Talisman Token, which can condense five powerful Light and Shadow Flying Swords, each serving as a one-time Killing Move.
• The protagonist tests the Talisman Token in Jin Yi Star City, causing chaos due to its immense power and speed.
• The protagonist leaves Jin Yi Star City and decides to use the Talisman Token for travel rather than combat, aiming to find the "Bait" within the next ten years before the Token's power fades.
• In the Sky Wedge Domain, the protagonist encounters and captures a Horned Flood Beast Great Demon, which turns out to be the "Bait" containing a special substance from the Boundary Abyss Sea.

Character Developments

• Jin Chang Geng: Reveals himself to be honest and reliable, but also shows a hint of deception when he sees an opportunity to advance his cultivation (Calamity Source Crystal).
• The protagonist: Shows satisfaction with the Light and Shadow Flying Swords' speed and power, and decides to use them for travel rather than combat. They also demonstrate their ability to capture powerful creatures like the Horned Flood Beast Great Demon.

Significant Themes

• Power and its responsible use: The protagonist acknowledges the power of the Light and Shadow Flying Swords but chooses not to use them for combat, showing restraint and wisdom.
• Opportunity and temptation: Jin Chang Geng's actions with the Calamity Source Crystal illustrate the theme of opportunity and temptation, and the potential for even honest people to be swayed by it.
• Pursuit of goals: The protagonist's relentless pursuit of finding the "Bait" within the given time frame highlights their determination and focus.

Character Interactions

• Jin Chang Geng and the protagonist: Their interaction is brief but significant, with Jin Chang Geng providing the protagonist with a powerful tool and the protagonist testing it in front of him.
• The protagonist and the Horned Flood Beast Great Demon: The protagonist's interaction with the Great Demon is one-sided, with the protagonist capturing and restraining it, revealing it to be the "Bait" they've been searching for.

Key Plot Points

• The protagonist confirms the bait is an "Illusory Horn Sky Jiao" from the Boundary Abyss Sea's Myriad Insect Fishing List, ranked over 8,000.
• The protagonist decides not to return to Snow City immediately but continues searching for more special baits.
• A rogue cultivator, Sky Luan Immortal King, obtains another special bait but hides it, angering Jin Wuya.
• Jin Wuya sends Jin Jue Ming to trade for the bait, but the Sky Luan Immortal King refuses, leading to a confrontation.

Character Developments

• The protagonist shows determination and prudence in their decision-making.
• Jin Jue Ming displays arrogance and underestimates the Sky Luan Immortal King.
• Jin Wuya shows caution due to his previous encounter with Qin Huang.

Significant Themes

• The importance of special baits for fishing in the Boundary Abyss Sea.
• The consequences of defying powerful figures like Jin Wuya.
• The risks and rewards of entering the Boundary Abyss Sea.

Character Interactions

• The protagonist considers taking the Snow Emperor along due to the Illusory Horn Sky Jiao's potential safety guarantee.
• Jin Wuya sends Jin Jue Ming to handle the situation with the Sky Luan Immortal King.
• The Sky Luan Immortal King's refusal to cooperate with Jin Jue Ming leads to tension.

Key Plot Points & Events

• Jin Jue Ming, enraged, targets the Sky Luan Immortal King for killing his disciple, Xin.
• He commands two Old Dragons to encircle the Immortal King, preventing his escape.
• Despite the Immortal King's agreement to trade for his life, Jin Jue Ming continues his attack.
• The Sky Luan Immortal King's physical body and Dao Spirit (True Spirit) are both destroyed by Jin Jue Ming's dragon claws.

Character Developments

• Jin Jue Ming: His love for Xin and thirst for vengeance drive him to extreme actions, even after the Immortal King agrees to a trade.
• Sky Luan Immortal King: Reveals his true nature and agrees to a trade to save his life, but it's too late to stop Jin Jue Ming's wrath.

Significant Themes

• Revenge: Jin Jue Ming's single-minded pursuit of revenge blinds him to the Immortal King's agreement, leading to his destruction.
• Power Imbalance: The vast difference in power between Jin Jue Ming and the Sky Luan Immortal King leads to the latter's demise.

Character Interactions

• Jin Jue Ming vs. Sky Luan Immortal King: The intense, one-sided confrontation ends with the Immortal King's complete destruction.
• Jin Jue Ming and the Old Dragons: They work together to encircle and attack the Immortal King, showing their loyalty to Jin Jue Ming.