Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Fang Yue engages in a battle with the Rain Clan's Third Prince.
• The Third Prince uses his Black Bone Sword and Anomaly Power, but Fang Yue withstands and blocks his attacks.
• Fang Yue reveals his Heavenly Sword and uses the Empty Ice Sword Technique, suppressing the Third Prince.
• The Third Prince uses a synchronization ability, injuring Fang Yue, but Fang Yue's rapid recovery nullifies the ability.
• Fang Yue defeats the Third Prince, bisecting him with his sword.

Character Developments

• Fang Yue demonstrates his strength, suppressing the Rain Clan's Third Prince, and showcases his ability to heal rapidly.
• The Third Prince underestimates human martial arts and is shocked by Fang Yue's resilience and recovery.

Significant Themes

• The disparity between human martial arts and anomaly powers.
• The importance of adaptability and resilience in battle.
• The theme of underestimation leading to downfall, as seen with the Third Prince.

Character Interactions

• Fang Yue and the Third Prince engage in a fierce battle, with Fang Yue ultimately emerging victorious.
• The Third Prince's disbelief and shock contrast with Fang Yue's calm and strategic approach.

Key Plot Points

• Fang Yue defeats the Third Prince of the Rain Clan, gaining 1 point of Spirit Value.
• After absorbing the Spirit Value, Fang Yue's body undergoes a transformation, increasing his Spirit Value by 100 points.
• The transformation process, called "Abnormal Grinding," is dangerous and involves sacrificing parts of oneself.

Character Developments

• Fang Yue discovers the true nature and danger of his Abnormal Spiritual Root and the Bud Mark on his forehead, which seems to protect him from the root's harmful effects.
• Tail shows concern for Fang Yue's safety and seeks help from Lord Qi Ba Jiu.

Significant Themes

• The power and danger of the Abnormal Spiritual Root, and the potential of the Bud Mark as a protective force.
• The concept of "Abnormal Grinding," where one gains power at the cost of sacrificing parts of themselves.

Character Interactions

• Fang Yue and Tail's interaction shows their growing bond and concern for each other's safety.
• Lord Qi Ba Jiu, residing within Tail, provides information and insights about the Abnormal Spiritual Root and the Night Moon Clan.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Fang Yue's Spiritual Root starts functioning fully at Rain Grade Strength.
• He seeks information about the Night Moon Clan from Lord Qi Ba Jiu, but she knows little.
• A colossal Spirit Tree appears in the sky, absorbing human bodies for power.
• Fang Yue decides to rescue You Sisi and An Dong'er from the Spirit Tree.
• Wei Ba (disguised as Lord Qi Ba Jiu) insists on accompanying Fang Yue.
• They approach Cuckoo Bird Tower and discover the corpses of the You Family's Third Elders.

Character Developments

• Fang Yue's Spiritual Root and Strength increase, enhancing his abilities.
• Wei Ba reveals her true identity to Fang Yue.
• The You Family's Great Elder is revealed to be dead, and her corpse is discovered.

Significant Themes

• The power and mystery of Spiritual Roots.
• The consequences of pursuing power and immortality.
• The fleeting nature of life and the regrets that come with it.

Character Interactions

• Fang Yue seeks help from Lord Qi Ba Jiu but receives limited information.
• Wei Ba reveals her true identity to Fang Yue and insists on accompanying him.
• Fang Yue and Wei Ba discover the corpses of the You Family's Third Elders together.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Fang Yue returns to Sisi, unchanging despite his experiences.
• Sisi suggests they leave quickly to avoid Rain Clan Anomalies.
• Fang Yue realizes his movement technique and other Martial Arts have improved while multitasking.
• They approach Qing Gao Tower, and Fang Yue opens his status panel, showing his progress.

Character Developments

• Fang Yue: Realizes his cultivation progress has improved while multitasking, understands the potential of the Empty Ice Sword Canon's Tenth Layer.
• Sisi: Shows calm and practicality, provides strategic analysis.

Significant Themes

• Strength and cultivation progress: Fang Yue's realization of AFK leveling and the potential of the Tenth Layer Empty Ice Sword Canon.
• Strategic thinking: Sisi's analysis of their situation and advice to leave quickly.

Character Interactions

• Fang Yue and Sisi: Fang Yue carries Sisi while traveling, leading to a slight increase in intimacy. They discuss their situation and plans.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Fang Yue successfully cultivates the tenth level of the Empty Ice Sword Canon, significantly increasing his strength.
• The Ox Seat, former head of the Phoenix Organization's Twelve Seats, gathers forces to challenge the Phoenix Organization, including the imposter Seventh Prince (Captain Wu) and elders from the Wu and Nian families.

Character Developments

• Fang Yue demonstrates his monstrous cultivation progress, breaking through realms while multitasking.
• The Ox Seat shows his determination to avenge Lie Ear and his strategic planning in rallying forces.
• Captain Wu grapples with his conscience over the innocent lives lost and his desire for revenge.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics and political intrigue within the Capital City.
• The consequences of one's actions and the struggle with conscience (seen in Captain Wu).

Character Interactions

• Fang Yue and the Tail continue their journey towards Qing Gao Tower.
• The Phoenix King and Queen discuss their plans atop Qing Gao Tower.
• The Ox Seat and Captain Wu lead their forces towards Qing Gao Tower, with the Ox Seat manipulating Captain Wu's emotions for his own goals.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Captain Wu leads a punitive expedition against the Phoenix Organization, expecting heavy casualties due to the team's weak strength.
• A tumorous Anomaly pursues them, but changes direction towards Qing Gao Tower, indicating the Phoenix Organization's involvement.
• Ox Seat's team grows significantly as they gather forces, including local sect members and those seeking profit.
• The team faces Rain Clan Anomalies converging towards them, making their situation precarious.
• Ox Seat's team charges into Qing Gao Tower, while the Phoenix King orders the detonation of the Anomaly Seeds, transforming all Phoenix Organization members into mindless Anomalies.

Character Developments

• Captain Wu: Maintains his disguise as the Seventh Prince, showing determination to avenge Captain Ye and rescue Sisi and An Dong'er.
• Ox Seat: Shows strategic thinking in gathering forces and leading the charge into Qing Gao Tower, but is affected by the detonation of the Anomaly Seeds.
• Phoenix King and Queen: Decide to detonate the Anomaly Seeds, effectively destroying their organization and transforming their members into Anomalies.

Significant Themes

• Betrayal and its consequences (Ox Seat's betrayal and the Phoenix Organization's response)
• Power dynamics and manipulation (Phoenix Organization's control over their members using Anomaly Seeds)
• Desperate measures in dire situations (Phoenix King and Queen's decision to detonate the Anomaly Seeds)

Character Interactions

• Captain Wu and Ox Seat: Work together to lead the team against the Phoenix Organization, with Captain Wu maintaining his disguise and Ox Seat leading the charge.
• Phoenix King and Queen: Interact briefly, with the Phoenix Queen suggesting she go down to fight but the Phoenix King wanting her to witness the transformation of their members together.
• Ox Seat and his team: Gather forces and charge into Qing Gao Tower, facing Rain Clan Anomalies and the Phoenix Organization's resistance.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Phoenix Organization members' corpses transform into Anomalies, blocking the advance of Ox Seat's team.
• Ox Seat's team faces more Anomalies on their way up Qing Gao Tower.
• Elders of the Red Department and Lan Shan disregard Ox Seat's orders and rush ahead to confront Phoenix King and Phoenix Queen.
• The Fourth Prince of the Rain Clan appears, captures Captain Wu, and engages in battle with the Fifth Elder of Lan Shan.
• Captain Wu's Phoenix Cry ability activates, reviving him. The Fourth Prince kills the Fifth Elder of Lan Shan.

Character Developments

• Ox Seat: Struggles with his leadership role as elders disregard his orders. Shows concern for Captain Wu's safety.
• Captain Wu: Demonstrates his Phoenix Cry ability, reviving after being killed by the Fourth Prince. Shows resilience and importance to the team.
• The Fourth Prince: Proves to be a formidable opponent, killing a Rain Grade expert (Fifth Elder of Lan Shan) with ease.

Significant Themes

• Leadership and authority: Ox Seat's struggle to maintain control over the team, with elders disregarding his orders.
• Power dynamics: The Fourth Prince's strength and the ease with which he kills a Rain Grade expert highlight the power imbalance between Rain Clan and humans.
• Resilience and survival: Captain Wu's Phoenix Cry ability showcases his ability to survive and continue fighting.

Character Interactions

• Ox Seat and Captain Wu: Ox Seat shows concern for Captain Wu's safety and rushes to his aid when he's captured.
• The Fourth Prince and the Fifth Elder of Lan Shan: Their battle highlights the Fourth Prince's strength and the Fifth Elder's inability to match him.
• Ox Seat and the elders: Tension arises as elders disregard Ox Seat's orders, leading to a power struggle within the team.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Fourth Prince of the Rain Clan attacks Captain Wu, leading to a fierce fight between them.
• A tumor-like Anomaly, enhanced and controlled by the Phoenix Organization, attacks Ox Seat and his group.
• Nian Tianjiao intervenes but is unable to stop the Anomaly.
• Ox Seat provides a potion to enhance the Fifth Imperial Anomaly, which temporarily gains the upper hand against the tumor-like Anomaly.
• Some team members attempt to help but are easily defeated by the Anomaly.
• Ox Seat deduces the Anomaly's weakness and uses his sword to drain its life force, ultimately defeating it.

Character Developments

• Captain Wu: Demonstrates his fury and determination to fight against the Rain Clan.
• Ox Seat: Shows strategic thinking and quick decision-making, using the potion and his sword to turn the tide of the battle.
• Nian Tianjiao: Displays bravery but is ultimately no match for the enhanced Anomaly.
• Fifth Imperial Anomaly: Briefly gains enhanced strength but suffers severe injuries and loses its arms.

Significant Themes

• The power of royal bloodlines, as seen in Captain Wu's fight against the Fourth Prince.
• The use of strategy and intelligence over brute force, as demonstrated by Ox Seat.
• The consequences of underestimating opponents, shown by the team members who attempt to help but are easily defeated.

Character Interactions

• Ox Seat and Ming: They work together, with Ox Seat providing the potion and Ming controlling the Fifth Imperial Anomaly.
• Captain Wu and the Fourth Prince: Their fight is ongoing and intense, with neither gaining a clear advantage.
• Nian Tianjiao and the tumor-like Anomaly: Nian Tianjiao attempts to stop the Anomaly but is severely injured and ultimately unable to defeat it.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ox Seat reveals his new weapon, the Yin Void Sword, to Ming while caring for Nian Tianjiao.
• The grotesque tumor on the ground shrinks and transforms into the corpse of Lie Ear, the Second Black Feather, shocking Ox Seat.
• Captain Wu is severely injured and flies out of Qing Gao Tower, seeing Fang Yue and Wei Ba approaching.
• Ox Seat and Ming reach the top of Qing Gao Tower, finding the Phoenix King and Phoenix Queen, along with the corpses of Lan Shan Wu Clan Elders and injured Nian Family members.
• The Second Prince of the Black Rain Clan leads a squadron of Bone Kites towards Qing Gao Tower's rooftop.

Character Developments

• Ox Seat's grief and anger intensify upon seeing Lie Ear's corpse, fueling his desire for revenge.
• Ming manipulates Ox Seat's emotions to keep him motivated.
• The Phoenix King and Phoenix Queen remain unscathed at the top of the tower, awaiting Ox Seat's arrival.

Significant Themes

• Revenge and hatred drive characters' actions and motivations.
• The consequences of past actions (e.g., Ox Seat's grief over Lie Ear's death) impact present decisions.
• The struggle for power and control (e.g., the conflict between the Phoenix Organization, the Black Rain Clan, and Ox Seat's team) is a central theme.

Character Interactions

• Ox Seat and Ming form an uneasy alliance, with Ming manipulating Ox Seat's emotions to keep him focused on their shared goal.
• Ox Seat's reunion with the Phoenix King and Phoenix Queen sets the stage for a climactic confrontation.
• Fang Yue and Wei Ba's arrival at Qing Gao Tower hints at their potential involvement in the final battle.

• Key Plot Points: The Capital City is engulfed in a blood rain anomaly, threatening all life. Fang Yue decides to leave the city but first wants to rescue You Sisi and others. He finds Captain Wu injured and being attacked by the Fourth Prince of the Black Rain Clan. Fang Yue, Tail, and Captain Wu team up to defeat the Fourth Prince. The First Prince of the Black Rain Clan senses his brother's death and heads towards Qing Gao Tower.

Character Developments

• Fang Yue: Shows determination to protect his friends and leaves the city to seek monthly tickets, revealing his Rain-grade expertise.
• Captain Wu: Initially believes Fang Yue is a hallucination due to his near-death state but rejoices in his friend's return. He regains his composure and joins the battle against the Fourth Prince.
• Tail: Assists Captain Wu and later activates Qi Ba Jiu's possession mode to help defeat the Fourth Prince.
• Significant Themes: Friendship and loyalty (Fang Yue's determination to rescue his friends, Captain Wu's joy in Fang Yue's return), survival (the threat of the blood rain anomaly and the need to leave the Capital City), and power dynamics (the Rain Clan's anomalies and the humans' response).
• Character Interactions: Fang Yue, Tail, and Captain Wu team up to defeat the Fourth Prince, showcasing their camaraderie and combined strength. The First Prince of the Black Rain Clan interacts remotely, reacting to his brother's death and heading towards the protagonists.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Fang Yue, now at the Rain Grade, meditates and rapidly amplifies his aura, surprising Captain Wu.
• Fang Yue, Tail, and Captain Wu ascend to the rooftop of Qing Gao Tower to find the Phoenix King and Queen, Ox Seat, and the Second Prince of the Rain Clan engaged in a bizarre battle.
• Fang Yue witnesses the Phoenix King blocking his full-power sword strike with a single finger, realizing the vast difference in strength between them.

Character Developments

• Fang Yue: Shows rapid growth in power, reaching Rain Grade. He demonstrates his monstrous talent and determination by injuring the Phoenix King with a second burst of power after his initial strike was blocked.
• Captain Wu: Recognizes Fang Yue's extraordinary talent and acknowledges his own limitations.

Significant Themes

• The vast difference in strength between Martial Artists of different grades, with Rain Grade being significantly stronger than Rain Grade.
• The importance of determination and perseverance in the face of overwhelming odds, as shown by Fang Yue's refusal to give up despite knowing he's no match for the Phoenix King.

Character Interactions

• Fang Yue and Captain Wu: Their interaction highlights Captain Wu's recognition of Fang Yue's talent and Fang Yue's determination to protect his comrades.
• Fang Yue and the Phoenix King: Their interaction showcases the vast difference in strength between them, with the Phoenix King blocking Fang Yue's full-power sword strike with a single finger.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Phoenix King attacks Fang Yue, seriously injuring him.
• The Phoenix Queen attempts to kill the incapacitated Fang Yue but is bisected by an unknown force.
• Fang Yue's Bud Mark blooms, and he exhibits a dense aura of death and a strong aura of leveling up.

Character Developments

• The Phoenix King demonstrates his overconfidence and underestimation of Fang Yue.
• The Phoenix Queen's loyalty to the Phoenix King is shown, leading to her untimely death.
• Fang Yue's hidden power is revealed, hinting at his true strength and potential.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics between the Phoenix King and the other characters.
• The theme of underestimation leading to downfall, as seen with the Phoenix King and Queen.
• The mystery surrounding Fang Yue's true identity and abilities.

Character Interactions

• The Phoenix King and Queen's dynamic showcases their loyalty and unity, despite the Queen's eventual demise.
• The interactions between Fang Yue and the Phoenix King highlight the King's arrogance and underestimation of his opponents.
• The brief moment of interaction between the Phoenix Queen and Fang Yue leads to her death, revealing an unknown force protecting Fang Yue.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Fang Yue, in a trance-like state, tears off and consumes the arm of the Yin Messenger, causing it to shatter.
• The Yin Messenger's fragments are also consumed by Fang Yue, causing his powers to surge.
• In the Underworld Spring, the Yin Messenger's death alerts others of its kind, leading to an army of Yin Messengers being sent to the Qingchuan Realm.
• The Phoenix King witnesses Fang Yue's incredible feat and is left stunned and distressed.
• Fang Yue turns and kills the Second Prince of the Black Rain Clan with a single strike, leading to the Black Rain Clan's Anomalies attacking him.

Character Developments

• Fang Yue displays extraordinary power, consuming parts of the Yin Messenger and absorbing its essence, which enhances his abilities.
• The Phoenix King's perception of Fang Yue shifts from disdain to shock and awe.
• The Second Prince of the Black Rain Clan is revealed to be an enemy, and his death leads to the Black Rain Clan's retaliation.

Significant Themes

• Greed: The title of the chapter and Fang Yue's actions of consuming the Yin Messenger and the Black Rain Clan's essence highlight the theme of greed.
• Power and Strength: The chapter emphasizes the power dynamics between characters, with Fang Yue's strength being the most notable.
• Enemies and Allies: The shifting alliances and enemies are highlighted, with the Black Rain Clan turning against Fang Yue after the Second Prince's death.

Character Interactions

• Fang Yue and the Yin Messenger: Their interaction results in the Yin Messenger's destruction and Fang Yue's power enhancement.
• Fang Yue and the Phoenix King: The Phoenix King's shock and distress contrast with Fang Yue's seemingly unconscious state.
• Fang Yue and the Second Prince of the Black Rain Clan: Their interaction leads to the Second Prince's death and the Black Rain Clan's retaliation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Fang Yue's aura grows potent, causing unease in Phoenix King.
• Captain Wu is beheaded by Fang Yue, who is in an unconscious state, attacking friend and foe alike.
• Fang Yue targets the Sky-Piercing Spirit Tree, killing those hanging from it.
• Phoenix King is enraged and attacks Fang Yue.
• Captain Wu is reborn but is confused about the recent events.

Character Developments

• Fang Yue: Falls into an unconscious state, attacking indiscriminately; targets the Spirit Tree to save You Sisi.
• Phoenix King: Becomes enraged when the Spirit Tree is damaged; pursues Fang Yue.
• Captain Wu: Dies and is reborn; is confused about recent events.

Significant Themes

• Uncontrolled power and its consequences (Fang Yue's state).
• Revenge and its importance to some characters (Ox Seat, Phoenix King).

Character Interactions

• Ox Seat and Tail discuss Fang Yue's state and the possibility of him killing the Phoenix King.
• Captain Wu is reborn and seeks clarification from Tail about recent events.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Phoenix King uses the Immortal-Trapping Blood Array to submerge Fang Yue in blood, intending to complete the Ink Immortal Array.
• Ox Seat discovers the array's weakness and attempts to break it, skewering both the Phoenix King and Fang Yue with his sword.
• Fang Yue awakens and uses his power to slice the Phoenix King into pieces, killing him instantly.

Character Developments

• The Phoenix King reveals his ruthless determination to complete the Ink Immortal Array, even at the cost of his life.
• Ox Seat demonstrates his strategic prowess by identifying and exploiting the Immortal-Trapping Blood Array's weakness.
• Fang Yue regains consciousness and uses his power to defeat the Phoenix King.

Significant Themes

• The consequences of obsession and single-minded pursuit of power (Phoenix King's downfall).
• The importance of strategic thinking and adaptability (Ox Seat's contribution).
• The power of unity and cooperation (Fang Yue's victory, aided by Ox Seat's actions).

Character Interactions

• The Phoenix King and Fang Yue engage in a fierce battle, showcasing their unique abilities and determination.
• Ox Seat and the Phoenix King have a brief but intense interaction, leading to the Phoenix King's demise.
• Fang Yue and Ox Seat, although not directly interacting, work together to defeat the Phoenix King, with Ox Seat providing the opening and Fang Yue delivering the final blow.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Fang Yue's past is revealed, from his harsh childhood to receiving his master's inheritance.
• The Ink Immortal Array is fully activated, creating a dark green pillar of light that illuminates the Capital City and blocks the Night Rain.
• You Sisi is found, her head hanging from a branch of the Sky-Piercing Spirit Tree, drained and connected to the tree.
• Tail attempts to kill You Sisi but is stopped by Fang Yue. She flees after Fang Yue asks Captain Wu to protect her.
• Wu Wu, outside the Imperial Palace, sees the ink-green arc blocking the Night Rain and notices her body starting to disappear under its light.

Character Developments

• Fang Yue's past is revealed, showing his resilience and determination to change his fate.
• You Sisi's condition worsens; she's now connected to the Sky-Piercing Spirit Tree, her life intertwined with An Dong'er's.
• Tail struggles with her loyalty to Fang Yue and her desire to protect him, leading to her attempted action against You Sisi.
• Wu Wu faces the reality of the blocked Night Rain and its effects on her body.

Significant Themes

• Fate and Destiny: Fang Yue's life is a reversal of his past fate, and now he's determined to change the unreasonable destiny of the Qing Country.
• Sacrifice: You Sisi's life is intertwined with the Sky-Piercing Spirit Tree, and An Dong'er's life is at stake, raising the theme of sacrifice.
• Loyalty and Betrayal: Tail's actions show the conflict between her loyalty to Fang Yue and her desire to protect him, even if it means betraying his trust.

Character Interactions

• Fang Yue and You Sisi: Fang Yue finds You Sisi in a critical state, connected to the Sky-Piercing Spirit Tree, and is determined to save her.
• Fang Yue and Tail: Tail attempts to kill You Sisi but is stopped by Fang Yue, leading to her fleeing in panic.
• Wu Wu and the Night Rain: Wu Wu encounters the blocked Night Rain and its effects on her body, leading to her confusion and fear.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wu Wu and her subordinates are transformed by the Ink Immortal Array, causing their bodies to disappear and leaving only lines and dots visible.
• Wu Wu experiences a strange, heavy sensation and suffocation before turning to ash.
• The entire Capital City transforms into a Yin Messenger-like existence under the Ink Immortal Array.
• Black Green Anomaly and the King of the Rain Clan observe the transformation from above, with Black Green Anomaly expressing admiration for the array's creator, Mo Qing.
• Fang Yue watches the transformation from the Spirit Tree, noting the convergence of Qi towards the tree.

Character Developments

• Wu Wu's fear and desperation as she realizes her transformation and impending death.
• Black Green Anomaly's interest in the Ink Immortal Array and its creator.
• Fang Yue's realization of the array's true nature and its potential outcome.

Significant Themes

• The pursuit of immortality and the consequences of unchecked ambition (Mo Qing's research and the Ink Immortal Array).
• The power dynamics between humans and Anomalies, and the potential threat posed by the array's creation.

Character Interactions

• Black Green Anomaly and the King of the Rain Clan discuss the array and its potential outcome, with Black Green Anomaly showing more interest in the array's creator than the King of the Rain Clan.
• Wu Wu's desperate thoughts about Ye Hongyi, indicating a possible connection between them that will be explored later.
• Fang Yue's internal monologue reveals his understanding and concern about the array's true nature and its potential consequences.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Ink Immortal Array's transmissibility is revealed, threatening to engulf the entire Qing Country or even the Qingchuan Realm.
• An Dong'er's face emerges from the Sky-Reaching Spirit Tree, revealing she's the being being nurtured by the array.
• The Phoenix King and Phoenix Queen's faces also emerge, hinting at a rebirth plan.
• Fang Yue decides to act quickly and attacks the Spirit Tree, splitting An Dong'er's face.
• The Spirit Tree explodes, and You Sisi's head, connected to An Dong'er, faces certain death.
• An Dong'er, now a wood-carved girl, saves You Sisi's head using her life force.

Character Developments

• Fang Yue becomes more determined to stop the Ink Immortal Array, even if it means harming An Dong'er.
• An Dong'er, now a wood-carved girl, shows concern for You Sisi and uses her life force to save her.

Significant Themes

• Sacrifice for the greater good (Fang Yue's decision to act against An Dong'er).
• Redemption and second chances (An Dong'er's actions towards You Sisi).

Character Interactions

• Fang Yue and An Dong'er's paths cross again, leading to a tense confrontation.
• An Dong'er saves You Sisi, showing empathy and remorse for her past actions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• An Dong'er, revealed to be the wood-carved maiden, is the sole survivor of Divine Doctor An's bloodline and Fang Yue's sworn sister.
• An Dong'er resurrects You Sisi using her power, but You Sisi's body turns into a wooden carving.
• An Dong'er attempts to stop the Ink Immortal Array but absorbs its power, causing a Heavenly Tribulation.
• The First Prince of the Black Rain Clan arrives and attacks, but his powers are nullified by An Dong'er's protective force.
• Fang Yue tries to stop An Dong'er but fails, and the First Prince of the Black Rain Clan attempts to harm An Dong'er, only to be repelled.

Character Developments

• An Dong'er: Undergoes a qualitative transformation of life, absorbing the power of the Ink Immortal Array and causing a Heavenly Tribulation. Her protective force repels the First Prince of the Black Rain Clan's attacks.
• Fang Yue: Realizes the danger of An Dong'er's transformation and tries to stop her but fails. He decides to take You Sisi to the Imperial Palace for safety.
• You Sisi: Resurrected with a wooden body, she regresses to a Human-Headed Tree state as An Dong'er absorbs energy.
• The First Prince of the Black Rain Clan: Arrives to avenge his brothers and attacks An Dong'er but is repelled by her protective force.

Significant Themes

• Sacrifice: An Dong'er's transformation requires the lives of all beings in the Capital City, raising questions about the cost of immortality.
• Power and Protection: An Dong'er's protective force repels the First Prince of the Black Rain Clan's attacks, demonstrating the power of her transformation.
• Immortality: An Dong'er's transformation raises questions about the nature of immortality and the consequences of achieving it through such means.

Character Interactions

• Fang Yue and An Dong'er: Fang Yue tries to stop An Dong'er's transformation but fails. Their relationship as sworn siblings is tested.
• Fang Yue and You Sisi: Fang Yue decides to take You Sisi to the Imperial Palace for safety, showing his commitment to protecting her.
• An Dong'er and the First Prince of the Black Rain Clan: An Dong'er's protective force repels the First Prince's attacks, demonstrating the power imbalance between them.

Key Plot Points

• Fang Yue discovers An Dong'er is about to achieve Demon Grade Anomaly strength, which surprises the First Prince of the Black Rain Clan.
• Fang Yue attempts to use Parchment's Ancient Word Power to break An Dong'er's protective field but learns that doing so would kill You Sisi and himself.
• Fang Yue decides to retreat with You Sisi instead of confronting the First Prince of the Black Rain Clan or An Dong'er.
• The First Prince of the Black Rain Clan decides to prioritize dealing with An Dong'er over pursuing Fang Yue.
• The King of the Black Rain Clan and the Black Green Anomaly observe the growing power in the Capital City, anticipating an imminent breakthrough.

Character Developments

• Fang Yue shows concern for You Sisi's life and decides to prioritize her safety over confronting the First Prince of the Black Rain Clan or An Dong'er.
• The First Prince of the Black Rain Clan shows caution and prioritizes dealing with An Dong'er over pursuing Fang Yue.
• The King of the Black Rain Clan and the Black Green Anomaly display confidence in their ability to control the situation unfolding in the Capital City.

Significant Themes

• The struggle between immortality and demonhood, as represented by An Dong'er's breakthrough and the impending Heavenly Devour.
• The consequences of one's actions and the importance of making choices that prioritize the greater good (Fang Yue's decision to retreat with You Sisi).
• The power dynamics between characters and factions, as seen in the King of the Black Rain Clan and the Black Green Anomaly's confidence in their ability to control the situation.

Character Interactions

• Fang Yue and Parchment communicate through mental messages, with Parchment providing guidance and predictions.
• The First Prince of the Black Rain Clan and Fang Yue engage in a brief exchange, with the First Prince showing surprise at Fang Yue's strength.
• The King of the Black Rain Clan and the Black Green Anomaly discuss the situation in the Capital City, expressing confidence in their ability to control the outcome.