Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Qing Chen and Lu Yin visit the Red Garden, a prison for the most formidable madmen in the Tree Starry Sky.
• They encounter several madmen, each trapped in their own delusion, with obsessions ranging from preparing meals to acting out scenes.
• Lu Yin is mistaken for someone's "Young Master" by an emaciated man, who becomes aggressive when Qing Chen tries to stop him.
• Qing Chen educates Lu Yin about the light sources of the Four Sides Heavenly Balance in the Upper Realm during their journey to Dragon Mountain.
• They witness a terrifying sight: a pair of Scarlet Vertical Eyes in the sky, looking towards the Upper Realm, causing widespread fear.

Character Developments

• Lu Yin: Shows curiosity and empathy towards the madmen, feeling sadness and discomfort at their plight. He also expresses helplessness in finding any useful information.
• Qing Chen: Reveals his knowledge of the Upper Realm's light sources and warns Lu Yin about the limits of his special status. He shows concern for Lu Yin's safety when they witness the Scarlet Vertical Eyes.

Significant Themes

• Obsession: The madmen in the Red Garden are all trapped in their own obsessions, unable to break free from their delusions.
• Fear and Despair: The appearance of the Scarlet Vertical Eyes instills fear and despair in the Upper Realm, symbolizing the impending doom of the Tree Starry Sky.

Character Interactions

• Qing Chen and Lu Yin: Qing Chen acts as a guide and mentor to Lu Yin, sharing his knowledge and protecting him from potential threats. Lu Yin, in turn, shows respect and deference to Qing Chen.
• Lu Yin and the Madmen: Lu Yin observes the madmen with curiosity and empathy, feeling sadness at their condition, while the madmen react to his presence based on their individual obsessions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The appearance of the Scarlet Vertical Eye triggers the activation of a massive Original Treasure Formation in the southern Sky, consisting of five giant triangular shadows.
• Qing Chen, an Old Man, two enchanting Women, and another Expert above the Star Envoy level begin infusing Star Source into the formation to resist the Scarlet Vertical Eye and the impending Monsters.
• Dark Sons, including a powerful one named Blue Ghost, attempt to sabotage the formation. Lu Yin defends against them.
• On the fourth day, Blue Ghost appears, threatening Lu Yin. A masked person, revealed to be a Star Envoy, attacks Blue Ghost, and Lu Yin intervenes, using the Void Palm.

Character Developments

• Lu Yin demonstrates his strength, saving Luo Fan and defending against Dark Sons, revealing his true power despite appearing to be only at the Enlightenment Realm.
• Blue Ghost showcases his unique Talent, allowing him to traverse the Star Source Universe, making him a formidable opponent.
• The masked person, a Star Envoy, is briefly introduced as a powerful adversary.

Significant Themes

• The struggle against the Scarlet Vertical Eye and the impending Monsters highlights the theme of unity and cooperation among different factions to face a common threat.
• The use of Exotic Treasures and unique Talents emphasizes the importance of individual strength and resources in this Starry sky.

Character Interactions

• Lu Yin interacts with Luo Fan, saving her from Blue Ghost and learning about her background as a courtesan from Yan Yu Tower.
• Lu Yin faces off against Blue Ghost, demonstrating his power and drawing the attention of the masked Star Envoy.
• Lu Yin and the masked Star Envoy have a brief encounter, with Lu Yin using the Void Palm to defend against the Star Envoy's attack.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lu Yin faces a masked man (Dark Son) who attacks the formation base.
• Lu Yin defends against the Dark Son using Void Palms and the Giant's Right Arm.
• The Dark Son flees after being injured by Lu Yin's Void Palm.
• The Scarlet Vertical Eyes in the sky disappear, and the masked man escapes.
• The formation base's defensive capabilities are weakened due to the absence of the formation eye (a Half Ancestor expert).

Character Developments

• Lu Yin demonstrates his strength, repelling a Star Envoy despite being in the Enlightenment Realm.
• Qing Chen reveals his worry about the Tree Starry Sky's situation.
• Lu Yin learns about the importance of the formation eye and the consequences of its absence.

Significant Themes

• The Tree Starry Sky's vulnerability and the enemy's meticulous planning.
• The regression of humanity's strength compared to the past.

Character Interactions

• Lu Yin and the masked man engage in a battle, with Lu Yin emerging victorious.
• Lu Yin and Qing Chen discuss the Tree Starry Sky's situation and the importance of the formation eye.
• Lu Yin and Luo Fan's relationship remains tense, with Luo Fan showing respect towards Lu Yin after witnessing his strength.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Qing Chen and Lu Yin arrive at Dragon Mountain, greeted by an elder with Star Envoy strength.
• They are led to Qingxin Residence by the elder, where Long Ke, the Clan Leader, awaits.
• Long Ke reveals the severity of the situation on the Backside Battlefield, with many Masters dispatched from various clans.
• Qing Chen and Long Ke discuss the situation, while Lu Yin listens in.
• Lu Yin apologizes to Long Ke for not answering his communications, blaming a broken Cloud Communication Stone.
• Qing Chen and Long Ke discuss Long Xi's whereabouts, and Long Ke asks to speak with Lu Yin privately.

Character Developments

• Qing Chen: Maintains his role as a Half Ancestor, showing concern for the situation on the Backside Battlefield.
• Long Ke: Reveals his worry about the current situation and his desire to find Long Xi.
• Lu Yin: Shows indifference to Long Ke's authority, prioritizing his standing in the Cold Gate and his relationship with Qing Chen.

Significant Themes

• The importance of family and lineage in the Tree Starry Sky.
• The severity of the situation on the Backside Battlefield, hinting at the impending danger from the Monsters.
• The value of individuals based on their usefulness to their families and the broader community.

Character Interactions

• Qing Chen and Long Ke: Discuss the situation on the Backside Battlefield and Long Xi's whereabouts, showing mutual respect.
• Long Ke and Lu Yin: Tension between them due to Lu Yin's indifference to Long Ke's authority and his refusal to frame Elder Long Quan. Long Ke warns Lu Yin about the consequences of making the wrong choice.
• Qing Chen and Lu Yin: Qing Chen supports Lu Yin, showing his value in capturing Dark Sons and Red Backs, and encourages him to communicate more with Long Ke.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lu Yin is ordered by the Governor Lord to reinforce the second formation base on the rear Battlefield, clear out Terror Ants, and apprehend Dark Sons.
• Lu Yin is given Ancestor Mang blood by Long Ke for protection.
• Lu Yin and Qing Chen travel to the Battlefield, and Qing Chen reveals that Dark Sons hide Terror Ants within their own bodies.
• Lu Yin mentions an anteater-like creature that feeds on Terror Ants, which piques Qing Chen's interest.
• Qing Chen offers Lu Yin an advance of 180 Battlefield merit points to redeem a protective supreme treasure at the base camp.

Character Developments

• Lu Yin: Shows courage in accepting the dangerous mission, demonstrates knowledge of the anteater creature, and displays strategic thinking in asking about merit point overdraft.
• Qing Chen: Reveals the true threat of Terror Ants and the need for a natural predator, shows concern for Lu Yin's safety by offering merit points for a protective treasure.
• Long Ke: Shows support for Lu Yin by giving him Ancestor Mang blood, indicating a change in his perception of Lu Yin's value.

Significant Themes

• The threat of Terror Ants and the need for a natural predator to combat them.
• The importance of Lu Yin's intelligence and his role in apprehending Dark Sons.
• The value of merit points and the protective treasures they can redeem.

Character Interactions

• Lu Yin and Qing Chen: Qing Chen reveals mission details and offers Lu Yin merit points; Lu Yin shares his knowledge of the anteater creature.
• Lu Yin and Long Ke: Long Ke gives Lu Yin Ancestor Mang blood, indicating a shift in his attitude towards Lu Yin.
• Lu Yin and various cultivators: Lu Yin observes many people heading to the Battlefield, highlighting the scale of the mission.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lu Yin arrives at the second foundation base, the most brutal Battlefield in the Tree Starry Sky.
• The foundation base is activated, consuming vast resources.
• A group of Corpse Kings, including a Red Pupil Corpse King, attacks the General Command.
• Lu Yin encounters a Corpse King with gray pupils while trying to save the Old Man.

Character Developments

• Lu Yin demonstrates his strength and courage by saving the Old Man from a powerful Corpse King.
• The Old Man shows concern for Lu Yin's safety.

Significant Themes

• The brutal nature of the Battlefield and the constant threat of Monsters.
• The importance of alliances and cooperation among Cultivators for survival.
• The fearlessness and relentless nature of Corpse Kings.

Character Interactions

• Lu Yin and the Old Man interact briefly, with the Old Man expressing concern for Lu Yin's safety.
• Lu Yin encounters a group of Cultivators who form alliances for mutual support and survival.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lu Yin demonstrates immense strength, overpowering Corpse Kings in their transformed states.
• A Star Envoy-level Corpse King attacks Lu Yin, but he survives with the help of a Star Envoy Expert and an Original Treasure Formation.
• A giant Corpse King appears, and the Chun Commander arrives to fight it.
• A Half Ancestor expert from the White Dragon Clan, Old Monster Long, kills the giant Corpse King and joins the battle against the Red Pupil Transformation Corpse King.
• The Red Pupil Transformation Corpse King is killed by Old Monster Long, but a colossal hand from an unknown entity appears, reaching for the Corpse King.

Character Developments

• Lu Yin's strength increases significantly, allowing him to clash with and defeat Corpse Kings in their transformed states.
• The swordsman, who initially fought against Lu Yin, shows admiration for his strength and helps him against the Corpse Kings.
• Old Monster Long, the Half Ancestor expert from the White Dragon Clan, plays a crucial role in turning the tide of the battle.

Significant Themes

• Strength: Lu Yin's immense strength allows him to overcome opponents much stronger than him in terms of realm.
• Teamwork: Lu Yin receives help from the swordsman and the Original Treasure Formation, highlighting the importance of cooperation in battle.
• Power dynamics: The appearance of the colossal hand suggests the presence of a much stronger entity, emphasizing the power struggle in the universe.

Character Interactions

• Lu Yin and the swordsman: They initially clash, but the swordsman later admires Lu Yin's strength and helps him against the Corpse Kings.
• Lu Yin and Old Monster Long: Although they don't interact directly, Old Monster Long's intervention in the battle against the giant Corpse King and the Red Pupil Transformation Corpse King indirectly aids Lu Yin.
• The Chun Commander and Old Monster Long: They work together to fight the giant Corpse King, showcasing their teamwork and coordination.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A massive Corpse King palm attacks the Commander's Department, which is defended by Xia Yan and the Spear Old Man.
• The second formation base activates, repelling the Corpse King with a rain of void rifts and Star Source power.
• Lu Yin arrives at the second formation base and meets Liu Jing, who warns him about the dangers of clearing Terror Ants and the presence of Dark Sons.
• Lu Yin observes a group of Spirit Interpreters, including Master Zan, who will repair the damaged Original Treasure Formation.
• Lu Yin is taken to meet Commander Xia Yan, who makes him a Commander and gives him a Commander's Token.
• Old Monster Long, Lu Yin's relative, is present and acknowledges Lu Yin's actions beneath the Cloud Ladder.

Character Developments

• Lu Yin: Arrives at the second formation base, meets Liu Jing, and is made a Commander by Xia Yan.
• Liu Jing: Befriends Lu Yin, warns him about the dangers of clearing Terror Ants, and takes Lu Yin to meet Xia Yan.
• Xia Yan: Defends the Commander's Department, makes Lu Yin a Commander, and reprimands Old Monster Long.
• Old Monster Long: Acknowledges Lu Yin's actions beneath the Cloud Ladder and is reprimanded by Xia Yan.

Significant Themes

• The dangers and importance of the rear battlefield and clearing Terror Ants.
• The tension between the Spirit Interpreters and the other Cultivators on the rear battlefield.
• The importance of the Commander's Department and the second formation base in defending humanity.

Character Interactions

• Lu Yin and Liu Jing: Befriend each other, with Liu Jing warning Lu Yin about the dangers of clearing Terror Ants and taking him to meet Xia Yan.
• Lu Yin and Xia Yan: Xia Yan makes Lu Yin a Commander and gives him a Commander's Token.
• Old Monster Long and Lu Yin: Acknowledge each other, with Old Monster Long mentioning Lu Yin's actions beneath the Cloud Ladder.
• Xia Yan and Old Monster Long: Xia Yan reprimands Old Monster Long for leaving without authorization, causing the formation base to fail to activate in time.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lu Yin visits the exchange center to find the best Exotic Treasure.
• He finds a Cloud Robe, an external item with exceptional defensive capabilities, but it requires a vast amount of merit points.
• The Cloud Robe is reserved by someone from the First Formation Base, and the Second Formation Base's exchange officer can't override this reservation without higher approval.

Character Developments

• Lu Yin demonstrates his influence by being able to overdraft Qing Chen's merit points.
• The exchange officer shows reluctance to bend the rules, even for Lu Yin.
• Liu Jing suggests Lu Yin ask Commander Xia Yan for help.

Significant Themes

• The importance of merit points and status in exchanges.
• The tension between the Second and First Formation Bases.

Character Interactions

• Lu Yin interacts with the exchange officer, trying to exchange for the Cloud Robe.
• Liu Jing advises Lu Yin to seek help from Commander Xia Yan.
• The exchange officer shows deference to Liu Jing's status but maintains her position on the rules.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Liu Jing seeks help from an old woman to repair the damaged Original Treasure Formation (Original Cone) but is refused due to rules.
• Lu Yin learns about the situation and offers to repair the Original Cone himself.
• Lu Yin studies the Original Cone, attracting the attention of Master Zan and his group.
• Lu Yin enters the isolated Original Cone to repair it, despite warnings from Master Zan's disciple, Xiao Li.

Character Developments

• Lu Yin demonstrates his expertise in Original Treasure Formations, gaining Liu Jing's trust and respect.
• Master Zan is revealed to be arrogant and power-hungry, prioritizing his authority over the safety of the Second Formation Base.
• Xiao Li, Master Zan's disciple, is shown to be hot-headed and impulsive, but not strong enough to back up his threats.

Significant Themes

• The importance of rules and regulations in maintaining order and fairness.
• The tension between personal ambition and collective well-being, as seen in Master Zan's actions.
• The power dynamics between different groups within the Second Formation Base.

Character Interactions

• Liu Jing and Lu Yin: Liu Jing seeks Lu Yin's help, and Lu Yin agrees, showing trust and camaraderie.
• Master Zan and Lu Yin: Master Zan is initially dismissive of Lu Yin but becomes angry and suspicious when Lu Yin enters the Original Cone.
• Xiao Li and Lu Yin: Xiao Li tries to intimidate Lu Yin but fails, showing his lack of strength and influence.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lu Yin, codenamed A Qi, repairs the damaged Original Cone using his understanding of Original Treasure Formations.
• Master Deng Guo, a World Original Formation Master, arrives and is impressed by Lu Yin's talent.
• Lu Yin reveals he has mastered two Original Treasure Formations: the Diversion Diagram and the Great Teleportation Formation.
• Master Deng Guo offers to take Lu Yin as his disciple, with a probationary period to assess his character.

Character Developments

• Lu Yin demonstrates his exceptional talent in Spirit Interpretation, earning respect and admiration from Xia Yan and Old Monster Long.
• Master Deng Guo shows interest in Lu Yin's potential as a disciple.
• Master Zan feels threatened by Lu Yin's talent and Master Deng Guo's interest in him.

Significant Themes

• Talent and potential in Spirit Interpretation.
• The value and recognition of exceptional abilities.
• The power dynamics and politics within the Commander's Department.

Character Interactions

• Lu Yin impresses Xia Yan and Old Monster Long with his repair of the Original Cone.
• Master Deng Guo is captivated by Lu Yin's understanding of Original Treasure Formations.
• Master Zan feels jealous and threatened by Lu Yin's talent and Master Deng Guo's interest in him.
• Xia Yan helps Lu Yin secure the Cloud Robe, demonstrating his favor towards Lu Yin.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Bai Zhen, a commander, exchanges the Cloud Robe for merit points.
• Lu Yin, a member of the White Dragon Clan, exchanges the Cloud Robe for Bai Zhen.
• Bai Zhen kills a Star Envoy-level Corpse King to gain merit points.
• Bai Zhen learns that Lu Yin exchanged the Cloud Robe and is furious.
• Bai Chi, another commander, explains that Lu Yin's identity is special and has the backing of the Cold Gate Governor Lord.
• Bai Zhen asks to meet Lu Yin but is refused by Bai Chi.
• Bai Chi offers Bai Zhen an alternative external item, a red flower, instead of the Cloud Robe.

Character Developments

• Bai Zhen: He is desperate to obtain the Cloud Robe to complete a trial, showing his determination and single-mindedness. He is also willing to fight on the battlefield for years to achieve his goal.
• Lu Yin: He is portrayed as a capable and influential figure, having the attention of the Cold Gate Governor Lord. He is also grateful to Xia Yan for helping him.
• Bai Chi: He is patient and understanding, explaining the situation to Bai Zhen despite their difference in status. He also shows political acumen by being aware of the relationship between the Cold Immortal Sect and the White Dragon Clan.
• Xia Yan: He is shown to be fair and just, willing to help Lu Yin even though he is from the White Dragon Clan.

Significant Themes

• Determination: Bai Zhen's unwavering determination to complete his trial is a significant theme.
• Power Dynamics: The relationship between the Cold Immortal Sect and the White Dragon Clan, and the influence of the Cold Gate Governor Lord, highlights the power dynamics at play.
• Sacrifice: The lengths Bai Zhen is willing to go to complete his trial, and the fact that he has been fighting on the battlefield for years, suggest a theme of sacrifice.

Character Interactions

• Bai Zhen and Xia Yan: Their interaction is brief but shows Xia Yan's fairness and Bai Zhen's desperation.
• Bai Zhen and Bai Chi: Their interaction shows Bai Chi's patience and understanding, and Bai Zhen's frustration and desperation.
• Bai Zhen and Lu Yin: Their interaction is not directly shown but is implied through Bai Zhen's fury at learning that Lu Yin exchanged the Cloud Robe.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Bai Zhen agrees to exchange the Earth Hiding Needle for the Immortal Luo Flower with Bai Chi.
• Lu Yin receives the Cloud Robe and learns about its unique properties.
• Lu Yin's team is deployed to clear Terror Ants from the Mother Tree trunk.

Character Developments

• Bai Zhen: Shows ambition and desperation, willing to exchange a secret technique for the Immortal Luo Flower.
• Bai Chi: Reveals his cunning and manipulative nature, using Bai Zhen's desire for the Immortal Luo Flower to get what he wants.
• Lu Yin: Maintains a calm and relaxed demeanor despite the dangerous situation, showing confidence in his abilities.
• Shen Hai: Proves to be a seasoned and responsible leader, prioritizing the safety of his team.

Significant Themes

• Ambition and desperation: Bai Zhen's willingness to exchange the Earth Hiding Needle for the Immortal Luo Flower highlights his ambition and desperation to improve his situation.
• Manipulation: Bai Chi's actions show how he manipulates others to get what he wants.
• Leadership and responsibility: Shen Hai's behavior demonstrates his sense of duty and responsibility towards his team.

Character Interactions

• Bai Zhen and Bai Chi: Their interaction shows Bai Chi's manipulation and Bai Zhen's desperation.
• Lu Yin and Shen Hai: Although they haven't interacted much, their dynamic hints at potential conflict, with Lu Yin's relaxed demeanor contrasting with Shen Hai's stern leadership.
• The team: The group dynamic shows a mix of apprehension, fear, and respect for Shen Hai, with some members, like the middle-aged woman, keeping a closer eye on Lu Yin due to his relaxed attitude.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lu Yin and Shen Hai's team are clearing Terror Ants on a massive tree trunk.
• They encounter a group of Corpse Kings and a Dark Son (disguised as a team member) who attacks Lu Yin.
• Lu Yin reveals his immense strength, killing the Dark Son and most of the Corpse Kings.
• Shen Hai shares stories about the Origin Tribulation, including one where the tribulation took human form, worrying Lu Yin.
• The team discovers the remains of another human team, killed by Dark Sons.

Character Developments

• Shen Hai's opinion of Lu Yin improves significantly after seeing his strength and caution.
• Lu Yin's true power is revealed, shocking the team and Shen Hai.
• Shen Hai expresses his fear of the Origin Tribulation and shares stories about it, inadvertently worrying Lu Yin about his own tribulation.

Significant Themes

• Strength and Power: Lu Yin's display of power changes the team's dynamics and respect for him.
• Fear and Uncertainty: The Origin Tribulation is a source of fear and uncertainty for cultivators, even those as strong as Shen Hai.
• Trust and Betrayal: The presence of a Dark Son among the team highlights the theme of trust and betrayal.

Character Interactions

• Lu Yin and Shen Hai grow closer, with Shen Hai attempting to set Lu Yin up with his granddaughter.
• Lu Yin's strength earns him respect from the team.
• The team's discovery of the other team's remains fosters a sense of camaraderie and shared purpose.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lu Yin and his team discover a Star Envoy-level Dark Son and decide to track it.
• They encounter and rescue two other teams under attack by Terror Ants.
• It's revealed that the Terror Ants are forming a massive encirclement, trapping Lu Yin's team and the rescued teams.
• A survivor from another team joins Lu Yin's group, claiming to know the location of the Ant Queen.

Character Developments

• Lu Yin demonstrates his determination and resolve to pursue the Dark Son, despite the danger.
• Shen Hai, the team captain, initially opposes pursuing the Dark Son but changes his mind and decides to follow Lu Yin's lead.
• Cheng Ji, captain of the second team, shows gratitude and respect towards Shen Hai and Lu Yin for rescuing his team.

Significant Themes

• Determination and Resolve: Lu Yin's unyielding pursuit of the Dark Son despite the risk, contrasting with Shen Hai's initial reluctance.
• Teamwork and Unity: The rescued teams join forces with Lu Yin's team, demonstrating the importance of unity in the face of adversity.
• Cunning and Deception: The Dark Son's cunning tactics, such as luring Terror Ants to delay pursuit and forming a massive encirclement, highlight the enemy's intelligence and unpredictability.

Character Interactions

• Lu Yin and Shen Hai have a tense moment when Shen Hai tries to stop Lu Yin from pursuing the Dark Son.
• Lu Yin, Shen Hai, and Cheng Ji work together to rescue the second and third teams.
• The new survivor joins Lu Yin's team, offering crucial information about the Ant Queen's location.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lu Yin's group encounters Hua Beibei, who claims to be from the patrolling Hua Family, skilled in hunting and controlling Exotic Beasts.
• Hua Beibei guides them to the Queen Ant, revealing that Lu Yin is the Beast King among them.
• They face numerous Terror Ants and the Queen Ant, with Lu Yin leading the charge.
• Cheng Ji, a Star Envoy Level Dark Son, is revealed to have deceived the Commander's Department and hidden his cultivation.
• Lu Yin confronts Cheng Ji, who offers him a chance to become his Dark Son. Lu Yin declines and defeats Cheng Ji using Void Palm.

Character Developments

• Lu Yin demonstrates his strength and fearlessness, even against a Star Envoy.
• Hua Beibei is revealed to be from the Hua Family and has knowledge of the Queen Ant's location.
• Cheng Ji is exposed as a traitor, using a special item to hide his cultivation and deceive the Commander's Department.

Significant Themes

• Trust and deception, as seen in Cheng Ji's betrayal and Lu Yin's steadfastness.
• Strength and power, with Lu Yin's abilities being recognized and feared.
• The importance of knowledge and expertise, as demonstrated by Hua Beibei's insights into the Queen Ant.

Character Interactions

• Lu Yin and Hua Beibei: Hua Beibei seeks Lu Yin's protection and offers his knowledge of the Queen Ant.
• Lu Yin and Cheng Ji: Cheng Ji attempts to recruit Lu Yin as his Dark Son, but Lu Yin declines and confronts him.
• Lu Yin and Shen Hai: Shen Hai and his group follow Lu Yin's lead, awaiting his decision regarding Cheng Ji's offer.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lu Yin enters the Star Source Universe and defeats Cheng Ji, a Star Envoy, using his Void Palm technique.
• The Ant Queen is killed, causing the surrounding Terror Ants to go into a frenzy.
• Lu Yin receives an order from Xia Yan to support the Second Formation Origin.
• Lu Yin leads his group to the Second Formation Origin, incorporating other teams along the way.
• They reach the Second Formation Origin, a metallic plain directly below the Second Formation Base.

Character Developments

• Lu Yin demonstrates his power and authority as a Commander, conscripting other teams to support the Second Formation Origin.
• Cheng Ji, a Star Envoy, is revealed to be a Dark Son and is killed by Lu Yin.
• Hua Beibei tries to escape but is stopped by Shen Hai and brought back to the group.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics between cultivators and their fear of the battlefield.
• The importance of the Second Formation Origin as a strategic location.
• The consequences of disobeying military orders.

Character Interactions

• Lu Yin and Cheng Ji: Lu Yin demonstrates his superiority over Cheng Ji, defeating him easily.
• Lu Yin and his group: Lu Yin leads his group to the Second Formation Origin, incorporating other teams along the way.
• Lu Yin and Hua Beibei: Hua Beibei tries to escape, but Lu Yin silences him with a threat.
• Lu Yin and other team leaders: Lu Yin uses his Commander's token to incorporate other teams, facing resistance but ultimately succeeding.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• The second formation is under heavy attack by Corpse Kings and humans.
• The teleportation device and Original Treasure Formation are damaged.
• The Star Alliance arrives to reinforce the second formation.
• The Green Bamboo Marquis, a Half Ancestor Corpse King, appears and attacks the formation.
• The Left Commander activates the Broken Blade Exotic Treasure to hold off the Green Bamboo Marquis.

Character Developments

• The Left Commander shows bravery and strategic thinking in facing the Green Bamboo Marquis.
• Master Song, a Spirit Interpreter, displays resilience and dedication in repairing the Original Treasure Formation despite the dire situation.

Significant Themes

• The contrast between human greed and convictions, and how monsters exploit human greed while human convictions resist them.
• The power dynamics between humans and Corpse Kings, with Half Ancestors being the most powerful entities on the battlefield.

Character Interactions

• The Left Commander and the Green Bamboo Marquis engage in a tense standoff, with the Left Commander using the Broken Blade to keep the Green Bamboo Marquis at bay.
• Lu Yin and his group arrive to reinforce the second formation, with Lu Yin immediately engaging and defeating several Corpse Kings.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Two powerful Corpse Kings (nearly Star Envoy level) attack, which Lu Yin swiftly defeats using the Sea Grass Exotic Treasure and a full-power palm strike.
• Lu Yin's display of power stuns an Enlightenment Realm Expert and attracts a stronger Star Envoy-level Corpse King.
• Lu Yin faces off against the Corpse King, using various techniques and exotic treasures, including the Universe Secret, Void Palm, Diversion Diagram, and the small knife from Wang Su, before ultimately using the Sky-Opening Formation to defeat it.
• Lu Yin then faces an Enlightenment Realm Corpse King for a chance to rest.
• The Original Treasure Formation's effectiveness is reduced by a colossal Corpse King, prompting Lu Yin's retreat.

Character Developments

• Lu Yin demonstrates his prowess and versatility in combat, using a variety of techniques and exotic treasures to defeat powerful enemies.
• Hua Beibei follows Lu Yin, seeking protection, but is concerned about attracting stronger enemies with Lu Yin's actions.

Significant Themes

• The importance of wisdom and adaptability in combat, as shown by Lu Yin's use of various techniques and strategies to defeat powerful enemies.
• The disparity in power between humans and Corpse Kings, and the need for humans to use their intelligence and resources to overcome this gap.

Character Interactions

• Lu Yin and Hua Beibei: Hua Beibei follows Lu Yin for protection, but Lu Yin is impatient and dismissive of Hua Beibei's concerns.
• Lu Yin and the Enlightenment Realm Expert: The Expert is shocked and confused by Lu Yin's powerful palm force.
• Lu Yin and the Corpse King: Lu Yin faces off against a powerful Corpse King, using various techniques and exotic treasures to defeat it.
• Lu Yin and the Colossal Corpse King: Lu Yin retreats from the colossal Corpse King, realizing its power is beyond his current capabilities.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lu Yin encounters a giant Corpse King on the battlefield, which has already killed two Star Envoys.
• He learns about the Star Alliance, a group of Star Envoys who atone for their mistakes by fighting monsters on the back battlefield.
• Lu Yin decides to engage the Corpse King, but is severely injured by a single palm strike.
• A man named Zhou Tang, a Lu Family loyalist with Battle Qi at the Warring States level, appears and stabilizes the battle situation.

Character Developments

• Lu Yin: Shows bravery and determination by engaging the Corpse King despite the danger. He also gains a better understanding of the Star Alliance and the Lu Family's history.
• Zhou Tang: Reveals his Warring States level Battle Qi and his connection to the Lu Family. He demonstrates a strong sense of duty and loyalty to humanity's battle against monsters.

Significant Themes

• Sacrifice and atonement: The Star Alliance members sacrifice themselves to fight monsters, seeking atonement for their past mistakes.
• The Lu Family's legacy: Zhou Tang's presence and his reference to the Lu Family as the "main family" hint at the family's significant role in humanity's history and their potential return to power.

Character Interactions

• Lu Yin and Zhou Tang: Although they don't directly interact, Zhou Tang's appearance and actions inspire Lu Yin, who is impressed by Zhou Tang's Battle Qi and sense of duty.
• The Left Commander and Green Bamboo Marquis: The Left Commander and the Green Bamboo Marquis exchange words, with the Green Bamboo Marquis taunting the Left Commander about the Lu Family's exile and the current state of the battlefield.