Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Dengming encounters the Divine Void, who attacks him with an Immortal Method and an Immobilization Technique.
• Chen Dengming withstands the attack but is severely injured and falls into the Heavenly Human Life and Death Realm.
• He uses the Tribulation Qi in the Western Demon Sea to erode the Divine Void's Divine Sense and will from his flesh and blood.
• Chen Dengming uses his 'Eyes of All Beings' to steal information from the Divine Void's will, learning about the Divine Void's past and his descent into madness.

Character Developments

• Chen Dengming gains a better understanding of his own strength and the Divine Void's power.
• He learns about the Divine Void's past, his fall from Immortal to Dao Venerable, and his entanglement with Karma Red Lotus Fire.
• Huang Yun watches as the Phoenix Cry Dao Venerable and his forces approach the Ancient Realm, expressing shock and pity at the impending suffering.

Significant Themes

• The theme of karmic retribution is further explored, with the Divine Void's fall being a result of his past actions and the backlash of Incense and Faith.
• The power of the Human World is highlighted, as the Divine Void saw hope in it despite its tragedies.
• The theme of suffering and sacrifice is introduced, as the native inhabitants of the Ancient Realm are about to face the Fire Refining Starry Sky technique.

Character Interactions

• Chen Dengming interacts with the Divine Void, though the latter is in a mad and insane state.
• Huang Yun watches the Phoenix Cry Dao Venerable's forces approach the Ancient Realm, expressing her thoughts on the impending suffering.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Phoenix Cry Dao Domain cultivators surround the Ancient Realm, threatening to refine it with fire.
• Chen Dengming practices and improves his Immobilization Technique, realizing the potential of combining it with Heavenly Timing.
• Phoenix Cry Dao Venerable demands Chen Dengming take responsibility for the calamities he's caused, threatening the Ancient Realm.
• Chen Dengming steps out of the Ancient Realm to face the threat, using his Immobilization Technique to temporarily freeze the enemy's formation.
• He then uses his Heavenly Timing power to further immobilize the enemy, including the Phoenix Cry Dao Venerable's will.

Character Developments

• Chen Dengming continues to improve his understanding and control of his Immobilization Technique, ultimately creating a new technique that combines the Incense Godhood Path with Heavenly Timing.
• He demonstrates his resolve and responsibility by facing the threat from the Phoenix Cry Dao Venerable, showing that he's willing to protect the Ancient Realm and its inhabitants.

Significant Themes

• Responsibility and Consequences: Chen Dengming is held accountable for the calamities he's caused, reflecting the theme of actions having consequences.
• Power and Will: The Phoenix Cry Dao Venerable's will is shown to be powerful, capable of breaking through the Immobilization Technique, but Chen Dengming's will is also strong, allowing him to persist and counterattack.
• Unity and Cohesion: The Incense Believers' fervent faith and unified will help strengthen Chen Dengming's Immobilization Technique, demonstrating the power of collective will.

Character Interactions

• Chen Dengming and Phoenix Cry Dao Venerable: Their conflict escalates as the Dao Venerable demands Chen Dengming take responsibility for his actions, leading to a direct confrontation.
• Chen Dengming, Dongfang Huayuan, and Qu Shenzong: The three powerful figures in the Ancient Realm are united in their resolve to protect their realm, although Dongfang Huayuan and Qu Shenzong are initially hesitant to face the threat directly.
• Chen Dengming and the Incense Believers: The Incense Believers' fervent faith strengthens Chen Dengming's Immobilization Technique, showing their support and trust in him.

• Chen Dengming uses a ruthless move, shattering his legs to disrupt the Ark Great Formation and Phoenix Cry Dao Venerable's attack. This action causes widespread destruction within the Phoenix Cry Dao Domain.
• Phoenix Cry Dao Venerable retaliates with a powerful attack, aiming to destroy the Ancient Realm and eliminate Chen Dengming. She uses a semi-Immortal artifact, the Phoenix Fire True Seal, to target Chen Dengming's divine soul.
• Chen Dengming manages to resist the attack using the Fortune White Lotus Fire, which was formed from the Phoenix Dao Fire he absorbed earlier. The fire phoenix, now wreathed in karma red lotus fire, turns back and attacks Phoenix Cry Dao Venerable.
• The Phoenix Cry Dao Venerable, entangled by her own karma, goes into a frenzy and attacks the Ancient Realm with all her might. Heaven's Dao intervenes, healing Chen Dengming's injuries and empowering him to face the Phoenix Cry Dao Venerable's final assault.
• Chen Dengming, with Heaven's Dao supporting him, summons the Heavenly Dao Wheel of Life and Death to confront the Phoenix Cry Dao Venerable's falling Sun-like attack.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Dengming, empowered by Heavenly Dao Power, faces Phoenix Cry Dao Venerable.
• He uses Heavenly Dao Life and Death Wheel and Heavenly Face technique, with Divine Void's assistance, to counter the Dao Venerable's attacks.
• Chen Dengming uses the soil from the Immortal King's Mansion to madden the Heavenly Face, enhancing its power.
• Phoenix Cry Dao Venerable is severely injured and her wings are destroyed.
• Chen Dengming uses Proximity to Heaven's End and Immobilization Technique to counter her next attack, then grinds her with Heavenly Dao Life and Death Wheels, ultimately destroying her.

Character Developments

• Chen Dengming reaches the peak of Dao Integration, half a step from becoming a Dao Venerable.
• He demonstrates improved control over his Heavenly Dao Power and techniques.
• Phoenix Cry Dao Venerable's power and arrogance are challenged, leading to her defeat.

Significant Themes

• The power of Heavenly Dao and Immortal Techniques.
• Madness and killing intent as sources of strength.
• The struggle between external threats and internal animosity.

Character Interactions

• Chen Dengming and Divine Void temporarily set aside their animosity to deal with the external threat.
• Chen Dengming's techniques clash with Phoenix Cry Dao Venerable's powers, leading to her destruction.
• The Heavenly Dao and Divine Void both assist Chen Dengming in the battle against the Dao Venerable.

Plot Points and Events

• Phoenix Cry Dao Venerable's Dao body is destroyed, but her will remains, trying to regenerate.
• Chen Dengming uses Immobilization Technique and Great Fortune Reaching the Heavens to grind away at Phoenix Cry's will.
• Divine Void intervenes, attacking Phoenix Cry and disrupting the Immobilization Technique, causing Chen Dengming to be engulfed in Karma Red Lotus Fire.
• A mysterious, powerful will from afar annihilates Phoenix Cry's Divine Soul, leading to her complete demise.
• Chen Dengming plans to help Divine Void resolve his Karma Fire and is puzzled by the mysterious intervenor.

Character Developments

• Chen Dengming demonstrates his power and resilience, withstanding Phoenix Cry's counterattack and ultimately defeating her.
• Divine Void's actions, though initially harmful, inadvertently assist Chen Dengming and become engulfed in Karma Fire themselves.
• Phoenix Cry Dao Venerable's will is completely annihilated, leading to her death and the destruction of her Dao Venerable realm.

Significant Themes

• The struggle and balance of power between cultivators, with even Dao Venerables finding it difficult to eliminate each other.
• The entanglement of Karma and the consequences of actions, as seen with the Karma Red Lotus Fire.
• The intervention of a mysterious powerhouse, hinting at the presence of other influential figures in the universe.

Character Interactions

• Chen Dengming and Phoenix Cry Dao Venerable engage in a power struggle, with Chen ultimately defeating her.
• Divine Void's actions, though initially harmful, inadvertently assist Chen Dengming, leading to both of them being engulfed in Karma Fire.
• Chen Dengming plans to help Divine Void resolve his Karma Fire, showing a sense of camaraderie despite their differences.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Dengming finds Dongfang Huayuan and Qu Shenzong entangled in Phoenix Dao Fire, but their Divine Souls are unharmed.
• Chen Dengming attracts Phoenix Cry Dao Venerable's flesh and blood, Wutong Tree staff, and Phoenix Dao Fire using his Phoenix True Blood and a phoenix-shaped jade talisman.
• Chen Dengming expels the Karma Red Lotus Fire from Shenxu.
• The Divine Void regains clarity and interacts with Chen Dengming and the Heavenly Dao.
• The Heavenly Dao imparts its teachings to Chen Dengming, including insights into Fortune, Longevity, Life, Sound of Time, and Heavenly Dao Reincarnation.
• The Divine Void imparts his Immortal Way inheritance to Chen Dengming, including Immobilization Technique, Heavenly Fire, and Nine Heavens Divine Thunder.

Character Developments

• Chen Dengming demonstrates his resilience and power, attracting and controlling powerful resources.
• Dongfang Huayuan and Qu Shenzong feel dejected due to their inability to help in the battle but are comforted by Chen Dengming.
• The Divine Void regains clarity and displays his arrogance and dominance, then imparts his inheritance to Chen Dengming.
• The Heavenly Dao, nearing collapse, imparts its teachings to Chen Dengming, signifying a transfer of power.

Significant Themes

• Legacy and inheritance: The Divine Void and the Heavenly Dao impart their knowledge and power to Chen Dengming, signifying a transfer of power and the continuation of the Orthodox Lineage.
• Resilience and adaptability: Chen Dengming's strong will and ability to withstand and adapt to immense information allow him to receive these monumental inheritances.
• Karma and destiny: The Divine Void and the Heavenly Dao discuss the karma and destiny of the Universe, hinting at an upcoming great tribulation.

Character Interactions

• Chen Dengming interacts with Dongfang Huayuan and Qu Shenzong, comforting them and planning to help repair their Dao Bodies.
• The Divine Void and the Heavenly Dao interact, discussing the past, the upcoming great tribulation, and their inheritances to Chen Dengming.
• Chen Dengming receives inheritances from both the Divine Void and the Heavenly Dao, marking a significant moment in his journey.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Dengming receives Immortal Techniques from Heavenly Dao and Divine Void.
• Heavenly Dao and Divine Void transmit their inheritance and hopes to Chen Dengming.
• Chen Dengming plans to refine the Phoenix Cry Dao Venerable's flesh and blood.
• Chen Dengming's clone is captured by Huang Yun, but he enslaves her mind and orders her to return to the Phoenix Cry Dao Domain.

Character Developments

• Chen Dengming gains more power and knowledge from the Heavenly Dao and Divine Void.
• Huang Yun, a former enemy, is now enslaved by Chen Dengming.

Significant Themes

• The great tribulation and its impact on the New Realm.
• The power of the mind and mental control.
• The consequences of one's actions and karmic retribution.

Character Interactions

• Chen Dengming interacts with the Heavenly Dao, Divine Void, Living Buddha Venerable, Dongfang Huayuan, and Qu Shenzong.
• Chen Dengming enslaves Huang Yun's mind and orders her to spy for him.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Phoenix Cry Dao Domain is in chaos due to its venerable's actions.
• Chen Dengming realizes the Great Tribulation's relation to him and the potential collapse of the New Realm.
• He dispatches Huang Yun to observe the Phoenix Cry Dao Domain and personally patrols the Ancient Realm's periphery.
• Chen Dengming repairs the Spirit Thunder Layer and Spiritual Qi Wind Layer using his Dao Power.
• He visits the Five Elements Escape Sect to seek advice on refining a Dao Venerable's flesh and blood into a pill.

Character Developments

• Chen Dengming shows his determination to protect the Ancient Realm and his deterrent stance against potential internal threats.
• The Five Elements Dao Lord, Pang Ruohan, demonstrates his eloquence and humility, showing respect and eagerness to assist Chen Dengming.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics between the Ancient Realm and the New Realm, with the Ancient Realm facing potential collapse and the New Realm experiencing chaos.
• The theme of seeking knowledge and guidance, as Chen Dengming visits the Five Elements Escape Sect to learn alchemy methods.
• The theme of strength and its consequences, as the Phoenix Cry Dao Venerable's actions have led to chaos and destruction.

Character Interactions

• Chen Dengming interacts with the Five Elements Dao Lord, seeking his guidance on alchemy.
• Chen Dengming's clone interacts with the remnants of the battle at the periphery of the Ancient Realm, showing no sympathy for the enemy Cultivators but also no desire to kill them.
• The Five Elements Dao Lord interacts with Chen Dengming, showing respect and eagerness to assist him.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Dengming, having reached the peak of Dao Integration, creates his own alchemy method, the Chen Family Universe Alchemy Method.
• He attempts to refine the Flesh and Blood of the Phoenix Cry Dao Venerable using this method.
• After three years of practice, he successfully condenses the Five Elements Divine Fire and refines the Dao Venerable's flesh and blood into thirty-six Golden Cores.

Character Developments

• Chen Dengming's cultivation base and understanding of the Universe deepen, leading him to create his unique alchemy method.
• His determination and perseverance are shown through his three-year practice to refine the Dao Venerable's flesh and blood.

Significant Themes

• The power of the Five Elements and their mutual generation and restraint.
• The connection between the small universe (human) and the great universe (heaven and earth).
• The danger and potential of the Five Elements Divine Fire.

Character Interactions

• Chen Dengming interacts with the power of the Universe, attempting to leverage it for refinement.
• He engages with the Five Elements Divine Fire, experiencing its immense power and danger firsthand.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Dengming receives a telepathic message from the Vast Sky Dao Venerable, who reveals that he has been waiting for Chen Dengming and that they will meet after Chen Dengming becomes a Dao Venerable.
• The Great Enlightenment Dao Venerable tries to persuade the Vast Sky Dao Venerable to intervene in the Phoenix Cry Dao Domain's disaster, but the Vast Sky refuses, stating that the time is not right.
• Chen Dengming observes the Phoenix Cry Dao Domain's calamity through Huang Yun but decides not to act immediately, citing the Vast Sky Dao Venerable's advice that the time is not right.
• Chen Dengming sends clones to the Longevity Sect and to Dongfang Huayuan and Qu Shenzong, giving them Five-Colored Golden Cores to aid their recovery and cultivation.
• Chen Dengming begins consuming the remaining Five-Colored Golden Cores to advance his cultivation and perfect his Dao Domain.

Character Developments

• Chen Dengming: He becomes more cautious and strategic, heeding the Vast Sky Dao Venerable's advice and focusing on his own cultivation progress. He also shows compassion towards Huang Yun and the Phoenix Cry Dao Domain's plight.
• The Vast Sky Dao Venerable: His mysterious and enigmatic behavior continues, revealing only cryptic messages to Chen Dengming and refusing to intervene in the Phoenix Cry Dao Domain's disaster, claiming that the time is not right.
• The Great Enlightenment Dao Venerable: He tries to persuade the Vast Sky Dao Venerable to act but ultimately defers to the Vast Sky's judgment. He also shows concern for the Phoenix Cry Dao Domain's suffering.
• Huang Yun: She questions Chen Dengming's decision not to act immediately, showing deep love and concern for the Phoenix Cry Dao Domain. Her loyalty and courage are tested and strengthened.

Significant Themes

• Fate and Destiny: The Vast Sky Dao Venerable's cryptic messages and refusal to act suggest that the outcome of the Phoenix Cry Dao Domain's disaster is predetermined, and that Chen Dengming's role in it is part of a larger, mysterious plan.
• Patience and Timing: Both Chen Dengming and the Vast Sky Dao Venerable emphasize the importance of patience and timing, suggesting that acting prematurely could lead to unwanted consequences.
• Cultivation and Growth: Chen Dengming's focus on consuming the Five-Colored Golden Cores to advance his cultivation highlights the importance of personal growth and development in the face of external challenges.

Character Interactions

• Chen Dengming and the Vast Sky Dao Venerable: Their telepathic exchange reveals the Vast Sky's enigmatic and cryptic nature, as well as his interest in Chen Dengming's progress.
• Chen Dengming and Huang Yun: Their mental exchange shows Huang Yun's loyalty and courage, as well as Chen Dengming's compassion and strategic thinking.
• The Great Enlightenment Dao Venerable and the Vast Sky Dao Venerable: Their exchange highlights the Great Enlightenment's concern for the Phoenix Cry Dao Domain and the Vast Sky's enigmatic and mysterious behavior.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Dengming completes his Dao Integration and prepares to comprehend Orthodox Lineages and Immortal Techniques.
• He decides to consume another Five-Colored Golden Core to stabilize the Heavenly Timing environment for further cultivation.
• In the mortal world, Chen Dengming's clone works with his wives to handle the increasing Tribulation Qi.
• The Phoenix Cry Dao Domain faces imminent danger as the vengeful phoenix and Tribulation Qi Dharma Idol advance.
• The Tribulation Qi Dharma Idol attacks the Feng Su Realm, defeating Feng Lingzi and Xun Suzi, and Chen Dengming orders Huang Yun to retreat.

Character Developments

• Chen Dengming: Completes Dao Integration, decides to consume another Five-Colored Golden Core for further cultivation, and orders Huang Yun's retreat from the Tribulation Qi Dharma Idol.
• Feng Lingzi and Xun Suzi: Join forces to resist the vengeful phoenix and Tribulation Qi but are ultimately defeated and sealed by the Tribulation Qi Dharma Idol.
• Huang Yun: His mental imprint is shattered by Chen Dengming to prevent control by the Tribulation Qi Dharma Idol.

Significant Themes

• Cultivation and the pursuit of power.
• The consequences of past actions and the cycle of karma.
• The struggle against overwhelming odds and the importance of timely retreat.

Character Interactions

• Chen Dengming and his wives (Su Yan Yan and He Yingyu): They discuss the situation in the mortal world and the Ancient Realm, expressing confidence in Chen Dengming's abilities.
• Feng Lingzi and Xun Suzi: They join forces to resist the vengeful phoenix and Tribulation Qi but ultimately face defeat.
• Chen Dengming and Huang Yun: Chen Dengming orders Huang Yun's retreat but ultimately shatters his mental imprint to prevent control by the Tribulation Qi Dharma Idol.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Dengming senses the rapid growth of the Tribulation Qi Dharma Idol's strength, feeling urgency to advance to the Dao Venerable realm.
• He attempts to comprehend and create his own Immortal Technique, the Five-Colored Divine Fire, under the protection of the Great Fortune Reaching the Heavens technique.
• After many trials, he successfully controls the Five-Colored Divine Fire and refines the Fire Wutong Tree Staff into a powerful flying dagger, the Five Elements Divine Blade.
• Chen Dengming decides to break through to the Dao Venerable realm, establishing a connection with the universe to gather power for his Dao Domain.

Character Developments

• Chen Dengming's cultivation and understanding of the Five-Colored Divine Fire grow, leading to the creation of the Five Elements Divine Blade, a potential Immortal Artifact.
• His confidence in breaking through to the Dao Venerable realm increases as he accumulates enough power and comprehension of rules.

Significant Themes

• The struggle against the Eternal Great Tribulation and the emergence of a Human Tribulation, as seen through the Great Enlightenment Dao Venerable's actions.
• The accumulation of power and understanding required for advancement in cultivation, as demonstrated by Chen Dengming's journey to the Dao Venerable realm.

Character Interactions

• The Great Enlightenment Dao Venerable's actions in the New Realm, although not directly interacting with Chen Dengming, reflect the broader context and challenges faced by cultivators during the Eternal Great Tribulation.
• Chen Dengming's internal struggle and growth, as he works to comprehend and control the Five-Colored Divine Fire, ultimately leading to his decision to break through to the Dao Venerable realm.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Dengming merges the Five-Colored Divine Fire into his Dao Domain, causing the Heavenly Human Life and Death Realm to rapidly heat up.
• He achieves Dao Venerable, forming a Dao Earth and gaining new abilities and understanding.
• Vast Sky Dao Venerable contacts Chen Dengming, hinting at an upcoming challenge.
• Chen Dengming enhances the Heavenly Human Life and Death Realm, separating Heaven and Hell and creating rules for punishment and reincarnation.
• He plans to give Su Yan Yan, He Yingyu, and the Little Array Spirit a cultivation boost before leaving.

Character Developments

• Chen Dengming becomes a Dao Venerable, significantly enhancing his powers, understanding, and foundation.
• The Ancestors of the Immortal Sect Dao Gates react to Chen Dengming's breakthrough and invitation to migrate to the Heavenly Human Life and Death Realm.

Significant Themes

• The power and responsibility of a Dao Venerable.
• The consequences and benefits of Chen Dengming's actions on the Heavenly Human Life and Death Realm and its inhabitants.
• The upcoming challenge hinted by Vast Sky Dao Venerable, foreshadowing potential conflict.

Character Interactions

• Chen Dengming interacts with Vast Sky Dao Venerable through divine sense communication.
• The Ancestors of the Immortal Sect Dao Gates discuss Chen Dengming's invitation and the implications of his breakthrough.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Dengming, now a Dao Venerable, invites Immortal Sect Dao Gates and Ghost Kings to migrate to the Heavenly Human Life and Death Realm.
• Over 130 medium and small Immortal Sect Dao Gates, seven top Sects, and over a dozen Ghost Kings relocate, along with five million Mortals.
• Chen Dengming prepares to meet Vast Sky Dao Venerable, believing it's related to the Eternal Great Tribulation.

Character Developments

• Chen Dengming: Becomes a Dao Venerable, shows leadership in inviting Sects to his realm, and prepares to face the Eternal Great Tribulation.
• Dongfang Huayuan & Qu Shenzong: Acknowledge their inability to keep up with Chen Dengming's pace but commit to protecting the Ancient Realm in his absence.

Significant Themes

• Leadership and responsibility: Chen Dengming takes charge in guiding Sects to his realm, showing his growth as a leader.
• The Eternal Great Tribulation: The upcoming challenge that Chen Dengming must face, highlighting the theme of overcoming adversity.

Character Interactions

• Chen Dengming, Dongfang Huayuan, and Qu Shenzong: They discuss the situation, express their commitment to protecting the Ancient Realm, and share a moment of camaraderie.
• Chen Dengming and Vast Sky Dao Venerable: They prepare to meet, with Chen Dengming believing it's related to the Eternal Great Tribulation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Dengming meets the Vast Sky Dao Venerable, who takes him to the edge of the Universe.
• They witness the Universe's expansion and the birth of Tribulation Qi, which causes the Eternal Great Tribulation.
• The Vast Sky Dao Venerable reveals that the Universe will eventually perish, and all will return to nothingness.
• Chen Dengming decides to focus on resolving the Eternal Great Tribulation first, while the Vast Sky Dao Venerable believes Chen Dengming is the one who can untie the knot and prevent the Universe's demise.
• Chen Dengming returns to the Phoenix Cry Dao Domain to resolve the Tribulation Qi Dharma Idol.

Character Developments

• Chen Dengming: Realizes the Universe's fate and decides to prioritize resolving the Eternal Great Tribulation. He understands that he must resolve the Tribulation Qi Dharma Idol himself.
• Vast Sky Dao Venerable: Reveals his grand ambition to prevent the Universe's demise and believes Chen Dengming is the key to achieving this. He chooses not to intervene directly in resolving the Eternal Great Tribulation.

Significant Themes

• The Universe's lifespan and eventual return to nothingness.
• The interconnectedness of the Universe's expansion, the Eternal Great Tribulation, and the birth of Tribulation Qi.
• The pursuit of immortality and longevity in the face of inevitable death or the Universe's demise.
• The concept of "all is emptiness" and the meaninglessness of pursuing immortality when the Universe returns to the void.

Character Interactions

• Chen Dengming and the Vast Sky Dao Venerable: They discuss the Universe's fate and the Eternal Great Tribulation. The Vast Sky Dao Venerable reveals his belief in Chen Dengming's ability to untie the knot and prevent the Universe's demise, while Chen Dengming focuses on resolving the immediate tribulation.

Summary

Plot Points and Events

• Chen Dengming encounters the Tribulation Qi Dharma Idol, which seeks to devour him to increase its power.
• The Dharma Idol sends two controlled Dao Integrations, Feng Lingzi and Xun Suzi, to stop Chen Dengming.
• Chen Dengming immobilizes and defeats the two Dao Integrations with ease.
• A Sin Phoenix, entangled with Phoenix Cry Dao Venerable's resentment, attacks Chen Dengming. He uses the Five Elements Divine Dagger to purify the resentment.
• A dead planet and a Heavenly Prison attack Chen Dengming. He destroys the planet and temporarily immobilizes the Heavenly Prison.
• The Tribulation Qi Dharma Idol uses the Karma Heart Pupil technique, attempting to exploit Chen Dengming's emotional connections and immobilize him.

Character Developments

• Chen Dengming demonstrates his immense power, easily defeating two Dao Integrations and destroying a planet.
• The Tribulation Qi Dharma Idol reveals its understanding of Chen Dengming's emotional bonds and uses them against him.

Significant Themes

• The power of emotional bonds and connections (Karma) can be both a strength and a weakness.
• The Tribulation Qi Dharma Idol represents the 'other self' of Chen Dengming, reflecting his inner struggles and fears.

Character Interactions

• Chen Dengming faces off against the Tribulation Qi Dharma Idol, which mirrors his own power and understanding of his emotions.
• Chen Dengming encounters and purifies the Sin Phoenix, which contains Phoenix Cry Dao Venerable's resentment.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Dengming faces his past lives' karma, manifesting as bonds that entangle his mind.
• He is pulled into a brain-like Tribulation Qi Dharma Idol that seeks to consume him.
• A hidden giant and ancient memories are revealed through a deep karmic connection.
• The giant tears open a gap, releasing immense energy and causing the Dharma Idol to explode.
• The Tribulation Qi Dharma Idol attacks Chen Dengming, but he uses the Immobilization Technique to resist.

Character Developments

• Chen Dengming struggles with his past lives' karma and faces a powerful enemy.
• He discovers ancient memories and a connection to a world-creating giant.

Significant Themes

• Karma and its consequences.
• The power of memories and ancient connections.
• The struggle against overwhelming odds.

Character Interactions

• Chen Dengming interacts with manifestations of his past lives' karma.
• He faces the Tribulation Qi Dharma Idol, which seeks to consume him.

In this chapter, Chen Dengming faces off against the Tribulation Qi Dharma Idol, a manifestation of his own will and the source of the Great Tribulation. The battle is intense, with Chen Dengming using various powerful techniques and rules to combat the Idol's formidable strength. Despite the Idol's attempts to counter Chen Dengming's attacks, it is ultimately sealed within the Five-Colored Divine Fire. Meanwhile, Chen Dengming receives visions of the Universe's past and future, revealing the true origin of the Great Tribulation and the possibility of devouring the Universe to bring about new life. Vast Sky Dao Venerable intervenes, advising Chen Dengming not to destroy the Tribulation Qi Dharma Idol, as it is part of his destiny and could aid in his ultimate goal. Chen Dengming heeds this advice and seals the Idol within the Five-Colored Divine Fire.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Dengming battles the Tribulation Qi Dharma Idol, using various powerful techniques and rules.
• The Idol attempts to counter Chen Dengming's attacks but is ultimately sealed within the Five-Colored Divine Fire.
• Chen Dengming receives visions of the Universe's past and future, revealing the origin of the Great Tribulation and the possibility of devouring the Universe.
• Vast Sky Dao Venerable intervenes, advising Chen Dengming not to destroy the Tribulation Qi Dharma Idol.
• Chen Dengming seals the Tribulation Qi Dharma Idol within the Five-Colored Divine Fire.

Character Developments

• Chen Dengming demonstrates his immense power and intellect, successfully sealing the Tribulation Qi Dharma Idol.
• Vast Sky Dao Venerable reveals his knowledge of Chen Dengming's hidden origins and provides guidance.

Significant Themes

• The cycle of life and destruction in the Universe.
• The interconnectedness of destiny and fate.
• The struggle between will and destiny.

Character Interactions

• Chen Dengming and the Tribulation Qi Dharma Idol engage in a fierce battle, ultimately leading to the Idol's sealing.
• Chen Dengming interacts with Vast Sky Dao Venerable, receiving guidance and understanding about his destiny and the Universe's fate.

• Chen Dengming, after awakening the World-Opening Giant's will, decides to attempt to devour the Universe to prevent it from entering the Void and grant it New Life.
• He discusses this plan with Vast Sky Dao Venerable, who agrees to assist him despite the high risk of perishing.
• Chen Dengming returns to the Ancient Realm, spends time with his family and friends, and informs them about the truth of the Universe.
• Sixty years pass, and Chen Dengming prepares to depart for his mission. He bids farewell to his loved ones and leaves the Ancient Realm.
• Chen Dengming meets Vast Sky Dao Venerable at the edge of the Universe, and they prepare to attempt devouring the Universe.
• Chen Dengming uses his Five-Colored Divine Fire and collapses a low-probability wave to cross the boundary of the Universe, marking the beginning of their attempt to devour the Universe.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Dengming and Vast Sky Dao Venerable leap out from the Universe's Brink, facing immense pressure.
• Chen Dengming uses the Sky-Opening Giant's will to analyze and comprehend the Universe's rules.
• He devours the Universe using the Gluttonous Gods and Devils' Devouring Rule, shrinking the expanding rift.
• Chen Dengming controls the Universe's quantum field, reversing its expansion and causing it to contract.
• He successfully devours the Universe, becoming the Universe Longevity Immortal.

Character Developments

• Chen Dengming: Becomes the Universe Longevity Immortal after successfully devouring the Universe. He restores Vast Sky Dao Venerable, the Heavenly Dao, and the Divine Void, demonstrating his compassionate nature.
• Vast Sky Dao Venerable: His Dao Body is lost, but his will is preserved within Chen Dengming's spiritual world. He is later reborn from the primordial Five Elements of the Universe.

Significant Themes

• The pursuit of Longevity and Immortality.
• The interconnectedness of all beings in the Universe.
• The importance of compassion and selflessness in cultivation.

Character Interactions

• Chen Dengming and Vast Sky Dao Venerable work together to save the Universe, demonstrating mutual respect and trust.
• Chen Dengming restores and blesses his old acquaintances within the Universe, showing his compassion and gratitude.
• The Universe's living beings, including the Heavenly Dao and Divine Void, benefit from Chen Dengming's actions, highlighting the interconnectedness of all beings.