Ch. 41The Fusion of the Myriad Heavens Auspicious Cloud
Key Plot Points and Events
- Qing Xuan returns to Fangzhang Island and gathers everyone by the Three Lights Divine Water Pool.
- He places the Twelve Petals Merit Golden Lotus into the pool, causing the six lotus platforms to shine in mutual reflection.
- Nuwa asks Qing Xuan about his plans, and he decides to go into seclusion to digest what he's learned from listening to the Dao.
- Houtu feels the Netherworld Spiritual Treasures resonating, pulling her toward some place in the Primordial Great Land.
- Everyone enters seclusion, and Fangzhang Island returns to its usual tranquility.
- Qing Xuan attempts to refine the Myriad Heavens Auspicious Cloud using the Method of Severing Three Corpses but finds it deeply attuned to his origin.
- He sees fragments of images within the cloud, revealing its essence as Heaven Opening Merit and Pure Qi.
- Ao Gan informs Qing Xuan that Ao Kun has also broken through and is guarding the Qian Position alongside him.
- Qing Xuan visits Ao Kun and returns to the Main Hall, where Nuwa and Fu Xi have also emerged from their seclusion.
- Nuwa and Fu Xi discuss the Demon Race's movements around Buzhou Mountain and the Celestial Phenomena.
- Old Ancestor Hong Yun arrives on Fangzhang Island seeking refuge, having been targeted after obtaining the Primordial Violet Qi.
- Kunpeng appears outside the island, demanding that Hong Yun hand over the Primordial Violet Qi.
- Qing Xuan protects Hong Yun, and Kunpeng retreats, vowing to return.
- Several months later, the Eight Sons of Ao break through to Great Luo, and Qing Xuan leads them to the Dragon Tomb.
- The group enters the Dragon Tomb, where the Ancient Dragon Clan Remnant Souls await the inheritance.
Character Developments
- Qing Xuan continues to grow in power and influence, attracting allies and protecting those in need.
- The Eight Sons of Ao break through to Great Luo, solidifying their status as powerful beings.
- Hong Yun seeks refuge on Fangzhang Island, bringing trouble from Kunpeng.
- Kunpeng's desire for the Primordial Violet Qi leads him to confront Qing Xuan, revealing his ruthless nature.
Significant Themes
- Protection and guidance of disciples and allies.
- The consequences of possessing powerful treasures.
- The struggle for power and resources among the various races and factions.
- The importance of fate and destiny in shaping one's path.
Character Interactions
- Qing Xuan interacts with his disciples and allies, providing guidance and protection.
- Nuwa, Fu Xi, and Houtu discuss the current situation and their plans.
- Qing Xuan faces off against Kunpeng, protecting Hong Yun and standing his ground.
- The Eight Sons of Ao reunite and prepare to enter the Dragon Tomb together with Qing Xuan.