Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhao Yulin, the Prefect of Zhanzhou Prefecture, contemplates seizing the Dragon Blood Stone from Hanyu but fears the consequences.
• Yan Bing, despite being tortured, remains defiant and tries to control Yan Kong using his supernatural power.
• Yan Kong, under Yan Bing's influence, starts slapping himself.
• Liu Yaoyao and the Flower Monk decide to leave Zhanzhou Prefecture, passing by Wang Xiaoer who has just found Yan Bing's flying shuttle.

Character Developments

• Zhao Yulin: Struggles with the temptation of the Dragon Blood Stone and the potential consequences of acting on it.
• Yan Bing: Shows resilience under torture and attempts to manipulate Yan Kong.
• Yan Kong: Initially cooperative, he becomes a victim of Yan Bing's power, leading to a comical and pitiable situation.
• Liu Yaoyao and the Flower Monk: Decide to abandon their pursuit of the Dragon Blood Stone and leave Zhanzhou Prefecture.
• Wang Xiaoer: Continues to face calamities, this time encountering Liu Yaoyao and the Flower Monk.

Significant Themes

• Temptation and Consequences: Zhao Yulin grapples with the allure of the Dragon Blood Stone and the potential repercussions of his actions.
• Power Dynamics: Yan Bing's attempt to control Yan Kong highlights the power imbalance between them.
• Fate and Calamity: Wang Xiaoer's continued misfortunes emphasize the theme of fate and the inescapable nature of his calamities.

Character Interactions

• Zhao Yulin and Hanyu: Zhao Yulin considers Hanyu a threat and a target for the Dragon Blood Stone.
• Yan Bing and Yan Kong: Yan Bing uses his power to control Yan Kong, leading to a comedic interaction.
• Liu Yaoyao and the Flower Monk: The two decide to leave together, sharing their plans and frustrations.
• Wang Xiaoer and Liu Yaoyao/Flower Monk: Wang Xiaoer encounters the duo as they plan to leave, leading to a tense moment before they decide to ignore him.

Plot Points and Events

• The group encounters a bizarre series of natural disasters, including falling trees, ground fires, and a massive storm.
• Wang Xiaoer is targeted by the calamities, leading to severe injuries.
• Hanyu indirectly helps Wang Xiaoer by creating two earthen hills to block the storm, allowing Wang Xiaoer to escape.
• Hanyu leaves the area, feeling uneasy about his actions.
• Zhao Yulin, the Prefect, becomes suspicious and sends out a description of Wang Xiaoer to his guards.

Character Developments

• Wang Xiaoer's resilience is tested as he faces multiple life-threatening situations.
• Hanyu demonstrates his willingness to help others, despite the risks.
• Zhao Yulin shows his concern for the safety of his city and his determination to maintain order.

Significant Themes

• The theme of luck and misfortune is prominent, with Wang Xiaoer facing constant calamities.
• The consequences of one's actions are explored, as Hanyu feels uneasy about his indirect involvement in the calamity.
• The importance of vigilance and preparedness is shown through Zhao Yulin's actions.

Character Interactions

• Hanyu and Wang Xiaoer's paths cross again, with Hanyu providing indirect assistance.
• Zhao Yulin's interaction with his subordinate highlights his leadership and concern for his city.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The chapter introduces the heart of the world, Bai Yujing, guarded by five towers and containing twelve cities.
• An iron bird flies towards Chongming Tower, carrying Hanyu, the Alchemist.
• The five tower lords and Elder Feng discuss Hanyu's path of chaos and the desire of various factions to capture him.
• The Lingjing Tower Vice Tower Lord and disciple have already set out to find Hanyu.

Character Developments

• Hanyu's reputation grows as his path of chaos becomes more apparent.
• The tower lords and Elder Feng reveal their interests in Hanyu, hinting at their individual motivations.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics: The five towers and their lords represent different aspects of power, with the Commander of Chongming Tower attempting to direct the others.
• Ambition: Each faction has their own reasons for wanting to capture Hanyu, reflecting their personal or organizational ambitions.
• The Heavenly Dao: The old man from Lingjing Tower is interested in Hanyu's ability to utilize fortune, seeing it as a comprehension of the Heavenly Dao.

Character Interactions

• The tower lords and Elder Feng discuss Hanyu's whereabouts and the intentions of other factions.
• The old man from Lingjing Tower and the little girl have a mentor-mentee relationship, with the old man expressing concern for her safety while flying the shuttle.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A hurricane, containing two people, hovers over Zhanzhou City without dissipating.
• Ling Wuce, Vice Master of the Spirit Realm, arrives in Zhanzhou City with his disciple, Nan Sheng.
• The Death Omen Star appears above both Ling Wuce and Nan Sheng's heads.
• Ling Wuce and Nan Sheng observe that many commoners in Zhanzhou City have lit up their Death Omen Stars.
• They meet Zhao Yulin, the Prefect of Zhanzhou City, who tells them about the two rogue cultivators causing trouble.

Character Developments

• Ling Wuce: He is a powerful cultivator in the Transcendence Realm and the Vice Master of the Spirit Realm. He is authoritative, provoking, and has a peculiar sense of humor.
• Nan Sheng: She is Ling Wuce's disciple, a little girl who is mischievous and cunning. She has the ability to see Death Omen Stars.
• Zhao Yulin: He is the Prefect of Zhanzhou City, a cautious and careful man who is worried about the consequences of the current situation.

Significant Themes

• Death Omen Stars: These stars predict fortune or misfortune. The brighter they are, the more severe the misfortune. Many commoners in Zhanzhou City have lit up their Death Omen Stars, suggesting impending disaster.
• Power Dynamics: The arrival of Ling Wuce, a high-ranking official, shows the hierarchical power structure within the cultivator world. Even Zhao Yulin, the Prefect, must show deference to him.

Character Interactions

• Ling Wuce and Nan Sheng: They have a playful, almost familial relationship. Ling Wuce is stern with Nan Sheng but doesn't scold or hit her, showing affection despite his frustration with her mischief.
• Ling Wuce and Zhao Yulin: Ling Wuce teases Zhao Yulin, provoking him and making him uncomfortable. Despite this, Zhao Yulin remains respectful, showing the power dynamic between them.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Hanyu is struck by heavenly lightning after provoking a calamity.
• Zhao Yulin and his men attempt to capture Hanyu but are also struck by the lightning.
• The lightning seems to be herding Hanyu out of the city.

Character Developments

• Hanyu: Shows fear and desperation when faced with the heavenly lightning, demonstrating his vulnerability despite his previous bravado.
• Zhao Yulin: Falls victim to the heavenly lightning, revealing his vulnerability despite his authority as a Prefect.
• Ling Wuce: Recognizes the lightning as Calamity Lightning, showing his knowledge and experience.

Significant Themes

• The power of heavenly calamities and the consequences of interfering with them.
• The vulnerability of even powerful individuals in the face of forces beyond their control.

Character Interactions

• Hanyu and Zhao Yulin: Their pursuit and Hanyu's evasion are interrupted by the heavenly lightning, leading to a stalemate.
• Hanyu and Little Glazed: They discuss the strange nature of the lightning and its apparent intention to force Hanyu out of the city.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Hanyu exits Zhanzhou City and encounters Wang Xiaoer's original calamity, now directed at him.
• The Calamity Lightning, initially aimed at Wang Xiaoer, changes target to Hanyu due to his interference.
• Hanyu faces a relentless Hurricane and Calamity Lightning, with no sign of the calamity dissipating.
• Ling Wuce, a Transcendence Realm cultivator, appears and questions Hanyu about his ability to trigger the Three Disasters simultaneously.

Character Developments

• Hanyu: Shows determination and caution in facing the calamity, understanding its rules and potential dangers.
• Little Glazed: Reveals its analytical skills and concern for Hanyu's safety, providing insights into the calamity's intentions.
• Ling Wuce: Demonstrates curiosity and admiration for Hanyu's unique situation, seeking information about his abilities.

Significant Themes

• Calamity and Fortune: The calamity's change of target highlights the interconnectedness of calamity and fortune, and the consequences of meddling with one's fate.
• Consequences of Actions: Hanyu's interference in Wang Xiaoer's calamity leads to unforeseen consequences, emphasizing the importance of careful action.
• Power and Curiosity: Ling Wuce's interest in Hanyu's abilities showcases the allure of power and the desire to understand and control it.

Character Interactions

• Hanyu and Little Glazed: The creature provides guidance and expresses concern for Hanyu, demonstrating their growing bond.
• Hanyu and Ling Wuce: The two cultivators engage in a brief, tense exchange, with Ling Wuce seeking information about Hanyu's unique situation.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Hanyu and Ling Wuce get struck by Calamity Lightning due to their proximity to Hanyu's tribulation.
• They face the Calamity Wind and Fire, with Hanyu absorbing the Calamity Fire and his Earth Supernatural Power advancing.
• They endure the tribulation for an hour, with Ling Wuce hiding in an iron bowl and Hanyu using his Earth Supernatural Power Ruyi.
• After the Calamity Wind subsides, they are struck by a final bolt of Calamity Lightning.

Character Developments

• Hanyu's Earth Supernatural Power advances during the tribulation.
• Ling Wuce shows his expertise in formations and defensive techniques.
• Little Glazed reveals its ability to absorb Calamity Fire and its concern for Hanyu's safety.

Significant Themes

• The power of heaven and earth (Calamity Wind and Fire) and how it affects cultivators.
• The karmic connection between Hanyu and the Calamity Wind, leading to his tribulation.
• The consumption and power of formations, as shown by Ling Wuce's Eight Gates Formation.

Character Interactions

• Hanyu and Ling Wuce reluctantly work together to face the tribulation.
• Little Glazed interacts with Hanyu in his Sea of Consciousness, providing guidance and support.
• Ling Wuce's initial reluctance to help Hanyu turns into grudging respect for his abilities.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Hanyu wakes up in the Prefectural Yamen's prison, made of fine steel, with Yan Kong and Yan Bing imprisoned nearby.
• Hanyu is brought to Zhao Yulin's inner courtyard by Ling Wuce.
• Hanyu reveals the effects and side effects of the pills he gave to Young Master Xiao and Lu Dayou.
• Ling Wuce asks if Hanyu's pills can reverse cause and effect, which Hanyu cannot answer.

Character Developments

• Hanyu: Shows cunning by tricking Yan Bing into revealing information and playing a prank on Yan Kong. He also demonstrates caution when dealing with Ling Wuce's questions.
• Ling Wuce: Reveals his interest in the effects of Hanyu's pills and the possibility of reversing cause and effect.
• Yan Kong and Yan Bing: Both express fear and concern about the side effects of the pills they ingested.

Significant Themes

• The power and consequences of Hanyu's pills, which often come with side effects.
• The pursuit of knowledge and understanding, as seen in Ling Wuce's questioning of Hanyu.
• The theme of cause and effect, both in the context of Hanyu's pills and Ling Wuce's questioning.

Character Interactions

• Hanyu and Ling Wuce: Hanyu is cautious and evasive in his responses to Ling Wuce's questions, while Ling Wuce is persistent in seeking answers.
• Hanyu and Yan Bing: Hanyu plays a prank on Yan Bing, causing him distress and fear.
• Hanyu and Yan Kong: Hanyu uses Yan Kong as an example to explain the side effects of his pills, causing Yan Kong concern.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ling Wuce, a destiny-focused cultivator, is intrigued by Hanyu's pills, believing they could alter destiny.
• Ling Wuce helps Hanyu overcome a tribulation, expecting Hanyu to fulfill a promise in return.
• Hanyu, guided by Little Glazed, challenges Ling Wuce's understanding of destiny and fortune.
• Nan Sheng, a young cultivator from the imperial court, reveals that the King Ginseng incident is being investigated.
• She shares that the eight sects have taken the King Ginseng and have been consuming it, potentially awakening it prematurely.

Character Developments

• Ling Wuce: Struggles with his understanding of destiny and fortune, becomes thoughtful after Hanyu's challenge.
• Hanyu: Shows strategic thinking and quick wit in his conversation with Ling Wuce, and learns about the King Ginseng's potential awakening.
• Nan Sheng: Demonstrates her knowledge about Hanyu and the King Ginseng incident, showing her intelligence and curiosity.

Significant Themes

• Destiny and Fortune: Ling Wuce's philosophy and Hanyu's challenge highlight the theme of destiny's mutability and the role of fortune.
• Investigation and Consequences: The imperial court's investigation into the King Ginseng incident foreshadows potential consequences for Hanyu and the sects involved.

Character Interactions

• Hanyu and Ling Wuce: Their philosophical debate leads to Ling Wuce's introspection and Hanyu's new understanding of destiny.
• Hanyu and Nan Sheng: Their conversation reveals Nan Sheng's knowledge about Hanyu and the King Ginseng incident, and Hanyu learns about the sects' actions with the King Ginseng.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Hanyu explains destiny and fortune to Ling Wuce and Nan Sheng.
• The eight experts on the isolated island decide to peel the last piece of skin from the "King Ginseng," which turns out to be a cultivator named Luo Yuqi.
• Luo Yuqi escapes, and the eight experts chase after him, aiming to kill him to preserve their dignity.

Character Developments

• Ling Wuce becomes more melancholic and introspective after Hanyu's explanation of destiny and fortune.
• Luo Yuqi, after being freed, is filled with a murderous aura and vows revenge against the eight experts.

Significant Themes

• Destiny and fortune: Hanyu explains that destiny isn't fixed, and fortune is a chip given by the Heavenly Dao to certain individuals, adding more variables to their destiny.
• Consequences of actions: The eight experts' obsession with the "King Ginseng" leads to severe consequences, including the loss of their dignity and the potential destruction of their sects.

Character Interactions

• Hanyu and Ling Wuce: Hanyu shares his understanding of destiny and fortune with Ling Wuce, who becomes thoughtful and melancholic.
• The eight experts and Luo Yuqi: The experts' pursuit of the "King Ginseng" leads to their humiliation and Luo Yuqi's escape, setting the stage for future conflict.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ling Wuce invites Hanyu to the imperial court's Fifth Floor on behalf of Yaoguang Tower, interested in his pill-making skills and methods concerning fate and fortune.
• Hanyu declines the invitation, causing Ling Wuce to warn him not to head north of Zhanzhou Prefecture due to its importance to the imperial court.
• Ling Wuce decides to take the two prisoners with strange symptoms to Yaoguang Tower, believing they will be interested in them.
• Luo Yuqi, while being pursued by four cultivators, accidentally swallows a mysterious pill that causes him to gain a talent called "Good Fortune," doubling his cultivation speed but also causing wealth dissipation as a side effect.

Character Developments

• Hanyu remains cautious and wary of the imperial court's intentions, declining their invitation but also heeding their warning not to head north.
• Ling Wuce shows his strategic thinking and understanding of the imperial court's grand plan, advising Hanyu to maintain a friendly relationship with the court.
• Luo Yuqi, despite his initial humiliation, demonstrates resilience and resourcefulness in evading his pursuers, ultimately gaining a unique talent.

Significant Themes

• The imperial court's ambition and influence in the cultivator world, seeking to establish order and control.
• The consequences of Hanyu's actions and the attention they draw from the imperial court.
• The power dynamics between cultivators and the potential dangers they face.

Character Interactions

• Ling Wuce and Hanyu: Ling Wuce tries to recruit Hanyu for the imperial court, but Hanyu declines, leading to a warning from Ling Wuce.
• Luo Yuqi and the four elders: Luo Yuqi is relentlessly pursued by the four elders, leading to a chase that ends with Luo Yuqi accidentally gaining a unique talent.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Hanyu offers Zhao Yulin a pill that doubles cultivation speed, but it causes him to have a severe qi deviation.
• Ling Wuce and Zhao Yulin discuss the incident, with Ling Wuce advising Zhao Yulin to learn to refuse such pills in the future.
• Hanyu leaves Zhanzhou Prefecture after Zhao Yulin finishes the pill.

Character Developments

• Hanyu: Shows his mysterious and potentially dangerous side by offering a pill with significant side effects.
• Zhao Yulin: Demonstrates his impulsiveness and lack of caution by eating the pill without considering its consequences.
• Ling Wuce: Shows wisdom and caution, advising Zhao Yulin to refuse such pills in the future.

Significant Themes

• Caution and Impulsiveness: The theme of acting rashly versus being cautious is highlighted through Zhao Yulin's decision to eat the pill and the consequences that follow.
• Unknown Consequences: The chapter explores the idea of actions having unforeseen and potentially dangerous consequences, as seen with the pill's side effects.

Character Interactions

• Hanyu and Zhao Yulin: Their interaction shows Hanyu's mysterious nature and Zhao Yulin's impulsiveness.
• Ling Wuce and Zhao Yulin: Their conversation reveals Ling Wuce's wisdom and Zhao Yulin's realization of his mistake.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Hanyu leaves Zhanzhou Prefecture, heading east to avoid Zhao Yulin.
• Hanyu reflects on his Supernatural Powers' advancement and the Bottle's lack of change.
• The Great Elder from Peerless Tower visits the Mohist School, suspecting their involvement in the King Ginseng incident.
• Mo Yushu, the Mohist Patriarch, handles the Great Elder's visit, maintaining the Mohist School's innocence.
• Mo Xingzhi and the others return from the Supervision Department with a deal: cheaper communication birds for the Mohist School in exchange for concealing their presence in Molten Cloud Prefecture.

Character Developments

• Hanyu: Shows maturity and decisiveness in leaving Zhanzhou Prefecture. Reflects on his powers' advancement and the Bottle's lack of change.
• Mo Yushu: Demonstrates diplomatic skills and composure in handling the Great Elder's visit and suspicions.
• Mo Xingzhi: Shows resourcefulness in dealing with the Supervision Department and making a deal to protect the Mohist School's interests.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics between sects and the imperial court.
• The Mohist School's obsession with mechanisms and their influence on the clan elders.
• The consequences of keeping secrets and the need for transparency.

Character Interactions

• Hanyu and Little Glazed: Hanyu expresses gratitude to Little Glazed, who responds with annoyance and a desire for more fortune.
• Mo Yushu and the Great Elder: Mo Yushu maintains a calm demeanor while the Great Elder expresses suspicion and anger.
• Mo Xingzhi and the Supervision Department: Mo Xingzhi makes a deal to protect the Mohist School's interests, despite the Supervision Department's demands.

Summary of Chapter 155: Encountering the Black Robe Again

Key Plot Points and Events

• Hanyu encounters the Black Robe again, who is fighting another cultivator.
• The Black Robe uses Fire Element Supernatural Power, which Hanyu absorbs.
• Hanyu uses his Fire Element Supernatural Power to engulf and severely injure the Black Robe.
• The Black Robe throws a porcelain bottle containing a wisp of resentful energy, which enters Hanyu.
• Calamity Lightning strikes Hanyu due to the resentful energy, and he decides to take the hit to try and dispel it.

Character Developments

• Hanyu's Fire Element Supernatural Power has significantly improved, allowing him to absorb and control the Black Robe's flames.
• The Black Robe's true face is revealed to be severely disfigured, likely due to Corpse Refining.
• The man who was fighting the Black Robe is revealed to be connected to the remnants of the Corpse Refining sect and wants to interrogate the Black Robe.

Significant Themes

• The power of Hanyu's Fire Element Supernatural Power and his ability to absorb and control other Supernatural Powers.
• The consequences of the Black Robe's Corpse Refining practices on his physical appearance.
• The threat posed by the remnants of the Corpse Refining sect and their connection to the Black Robe.

Character Interactions

• Hanyu and the Black Robe engage in a battle, with Hanyu ultimately gaining the upper hand.
• Hanyu interacts with the man who was fighting the Black Robe, who wants to interrogate the Black Robe about the Corpse Refining sect.
• Hanyu communicates with Little Glazed in his Sea of Consciousness, seeking advice on how to deal with the resentful energy and Calamity Lightning.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Hanyu withstands four bolts of Calamity Lightning and survives.
• Sikong Du, a Prefectural Guard from Huai Prefecture, reveals that many cultivators have gone missing in the region, with the latest victim being one of his subordinates.
• Hanyu shares his encounter with the Corpse Refining Sect in Shuzhou Prefecture, leading Sikong Du to believe the sect is behind the disappearances.
• Sikong Du invites Hanyu to visit Huaizhou City as a guest to report the matter to the imperial court and notify the major sects.

Character Developments

• Hanyu demonstrates incredible resilience by surviving the Calamity Lightning, further showcasing his extraordinary abilities.
• Sikong Du, initially dismissive of Hanyu's age and cultivation level, becomes increasingly impressed by Hanyu's strength and decides to invite him to Huaizhou City.

Significant Themes

• The power of resentment and its ability to summon Calamity Lightning.
• The growing threat of the Corpse Refining Sect and their escalating targets from ordinary people to cultivators.
• The importance of cooperation and information sharing among cultivators and the imperial court to combat the sect's activities.

Character Interactions

• Hanyu and Sikong Du: Their initial encounter is marked by Sikong Du's disbelief in Hanyu's strength due to his young age. However, after witnessing Hanyu's resilience and learning about his encounter with the Corpse Refining Sect, Sikong Du develops a newfound respect for Hanyu and invites him to Huaizhou City.
• The Black Robe and the White Robe: The Black Robe's injuries and defeat at Hanyu's hands lead him to make a deal with the White Robe, lending the latter the armored figure to "play with" in exchange for a good word with their superiors. This interaction hints at a larger organization or sect that both cultivators belong to, suggesting a complex web of alliances and power dynamics.

In this chapter, Hanyu returns to Huaizhou City with Sikong Du, where they find a cultivator's corpse, presumed to be the one who lured out the Black Robe. Sikong Du, grieving the loss, orders the Prefectural Guards to distribute the cultivator's appearance to hunt down the Black Robe. Meanwhile, Hanyu reflects on the benefits of the imperial court's intervention in the world of cultivators. Later, Sikong Du sends out Prefectural Guards to visit sects that lost disciples, asking for their assistance in the hunt. He also strengthens patrols within the city. Hanyu, witnessing Sikong Du's diligence, realizes the potential of the imperial court's involvement in the cultivator world.
Meanwhile, at Dengque Tower, the Great Elder of the Corpse Refining Sect arrives, seeking information about the King Ginseng. Quan Xiaotong, the Tower Master, reveals that they know about the King Ginseng's origin but refuses to hand over the information without a favor in return. He asks the Great Elder to provide cultivators to guard three prefectures or send someone to White Emperor City. The Great Elder agrees after seeing a dossier containing information about Hanyu and his connection to the King Ginseng. He asks Quan Xiaotong to destroy the part about the King Ginseng in the dossier, fearing the loss of face for the eight families if the information spreads.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Corpse Refining sect resurfaces, this time abducting cultivators.
• Quan Xiaotong, the Prefect of Dengque Tower, receives a report about the sect's activities and seeks Che Dapao's approval to conduct a search in the Southern Border region.
• Che Dapao agrees and grants Quan Xiaotong full command over all Prefectural Yamens within the Southern Border for the operation.
• Han Yu, unaware of the ongoing events, runs into Sikong Du, who is leading Prefectural Guards out of the city to join the search for the Corpse Refining sect.

Character Developments

• Quan Xiaotong: Shows concern for the safety of civilians and cultivators, taking initiative to deal with the Corpse Refining sect threat.
• Che Dapao: Demonstrates understanding and support for Quan Xiaotong's plan, showing he's willing to take responsibility and make decisions for the greater good.
• Han Yu: Continues to travel, unaware of the larger events unfolding around him. He shows no signs of slowing down or changing his plans.

Significant Themes

• Responsibility and Leadership: Quan Xiaotong and Che Dapao take charge and make decisions to protect the people, demonstrating responsible leadership.
• Power and Abuse: The Corpse Refining sect's actions highlight the misuse of power and the consequences of taking advantage of others for personal gain.

Character Interactions

• Quan Xiaotong and Che Dapao: They work together, with Che Dapao supporting Quan Xiaotong's plan to deal with the Corpse Refining sect.
• Han Yu and Sikong Du: They briefly meet, with Sikong Du apologizing for his lack of time to spend with Han Yu due to work commitments.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Hanyu encounters an unknown Supernatural Power user with icy energy, different from the Five Elements.
• The user slips away undetected, leaving Hanyu unable to sense them.
• Hanyu considers the Black Robe's resentment, which Little Glazed describes as the purest form of hatred.
• Bai Bufeng, a cultivator from the Ziyang Sect, offers to help Sikong Du in his search for the Corpse Refining lineage.

Character Developments

• Hanyu: Realizes there's another type of Supernatural Power user he can't sense, learns about resentments.
• Bai Bufeng: Introduced as a humble and capable cultivator from the Ziyang Sect, willing to assist Sikong Du.

Significant Themes

• The diversity of Supernatural Powers and their users.
• The power and danger of resentments.
• The importance of alliances and assistance in facing threats.

Character Interactions

• Hanyu and Little Glazed: Discuss the unknown Supernatural Power user and resentments.
• Sikong Du and Bai Bufeng: Sikong Du is initially surprised but welcomes Bai Bufeng's help, assigning him to search the east.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A massive search operation is conducted in Huai Prefecture to find the Black Robe cultivator who escaped from the Prefectural Guard.
• Sikong Du and Bai Bufeng, two high-ranking cultivators, lead the search but fail to find any trace of the Black Robe.
• The Black Robe, severely injured, escapes using a flying shuttle, leaving behind a cave filled with corpse puppets.
• The White Robe discovers the cave and reports it to Sikong Du. They find the corpse puppets but no sign of the Black Robe or the missing cultivators.
• The Black Robe's flying shuttle is found dismantled, indicating he might have escaped.

Character Developments

• Sikong Du: Shows determination and responsibility in leading the search operation.
• Bai Bufeng: Demonstrates a sense of duty and righteousness, impressing Sikong Du.
• The Black Robe: Reveals his cunning and resourcefulness in escaping and refining corpse puppets.
• The White Robe: Shows indignation at the Black Robe's actions and his flying shuttle being dismantled.

Significant Themes

• Pursuit of Justice: Sikong Du and Bai Bufeng's determination to catch the Black Robe highlights the theme of upholding justice in the cultivation world.
• Cunning vs. Righteousness: The Black Robe's actions contrast with the righteous behavior of Sikong Du and Bai Bufeng, emphasizing the conflict between cunning and moral integrity.

Character Interactions

• Sikong Du and Bai Bufeng: They work together to search for the Black Robe, showing a cooperative relationship.
• The Black Robe and the White Robe: Their relationship is strained due to the Black Robe's actions and the destruction of the White Robe's flying shuttle.
• Hanyu and Little Glazed: They argue over the Seven-Seven Four-Turn Pill, with Little Glazed recommending it despite its side effects.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Sikong Du brings Bai Bufeng, a disciple of the Ziyang Sect, to meet Hanyu.
• They discuss the Black Robe's escape and the potential danger Hanyu faces from the Corpse Refining Sect.
• Sikong Du offers imperial court rewards to Hanyu for his actions.
• They go to a restaurant for a meal, where Sikong Du insists on drinking alcohol, causing Bai Bufeng discomfort due to his Ghost Path cultivation technique.

Character Developments

• Hanyu maintains his humble and straightforward demeanor.
• Sikong Du is revealed to be honest and straightforward, valuing camaraderie.
• Bai Bufeng is shown to be polite and eager to please, despite his discomfort with alcohol.

Significant Themes

• Camaraderie and mutual respect among cultivators.
• The consequences of one's cultivation technique on one's lifestyle (Bai Bufeng's intolerance to alcohol).

Character Interactions

• Sikong Du and Hanyu share a friendly rapport, with Sikong Du expressing gratitude and offering rewards.
• Bai Bufeng struggles to keep up with Sikong Du's drinking, leading to an awkward situation.
• Hanyu and Bai Bufeng's first meeting is strained due to Bai Bufeng's discomfort and Hanyu's indifference.