Ch. 21The Dragon and Tiger Battle in Zixiao Palace
Key Plot Points and Events
- The Sanqing (Three Pure Ones) and Twelve Ancestral Witches arrive late, hinting at a recent conflict.
- Haotian Boy announces the start of the sermon, and the cultivators rush into Zixiao Palace.
- A chaotic scramble for the six front Prayer Mats ensues, with key figures securing seats in the first two rows.
- The Two Sages of the West arrive late and, unable to secure Prayer Mats, cause a scene at the central dais.
- Old Ancestor Hong Yun offers his seat to Daoist Zhun Ti, leading to a confrontation with Kunpeng.
Character Developments
- Qing Xuan: Observes the events but doesn't actively participate in the scramble for seats.
- Nuwa: Shows concern for Qing Xuan's seating and demonstrates her strength by securing a front-row seat.
- Kunpeng: Initially secures a front-row seat but faces backlash from other cultivators due to his beastly appearance.
- Daoist Zhun Ti: Arrives late, causing a scene, and provokes Kunpeng, showcasing his arrogance and entitlement.
Significant Themes
- Competition and hierarchy among cultivators, with front-row seats symbolizing status and virtue.
- Karma and debt, as Hong Jun waits for the Two Sages of the West to repay his debt for their help in repairing the Western Spirit Vein.
- Discrimination and prejudice, as seen in the derogatory remarks made towards Kunpeng due to his beastly appearance.
Character Interactions
- Qing Xuan and Nuwa: Nuwa shows concern for Qing Xuan's seating arrangements.
- Kunpeng and Daoist Zhun Ti: A conflict arises between them due to Daoist Zhun Ti's arrogance and Kunpeng's refusal to yield his seat.
- Old Ancestor Hong Yun and Daoist Zhun Ti: Hong Yun offers his seat to Daoist Zhun Ti, leading to Kunpeng's confrontation with the Sage.