Ch. 561Hollow Willow Ascends to Emperor, the Holy City Attacks
Key Plot Points and Events
- Sea monsters, led by two Sub-Emperors (Black Octopus Demon and Lan Evil Dragon), attack Sea Battle City.
- Hollow Willow, a Totem, appears and defeats both Sub-Emperors, saving the city.
- The Holy City and Dubai Mage Tower declare war on the Nine Provinces, aiming to conquer it.
Character Developments
- Hollow Willow reveals its power and saves the city, solidifying its status as a Totem.
- Su Lu, the Grand Speaker of Dubai, shows his ambition and power by leading an expeditionary force, including an Emperor-level contracted beast.
- Bai Mo's absence and the departure of Vermilion Bird and Water Qilin leave the Nine Provinces vulnerable.
Significant Themes
- The struggle for power and influence between different factions (Nine Provinces, Holy City, Dubai Mage Tower).
- The consequences of spreading new and controversial Magic techniques (fusion methods).
- The role of Totems in the Magic world and their potential to tip the balance of power.
Character Interactions
- Hollow Willow interacts with the sea monsters and the citizens of Sea Battle City, saving them from imminent danger.
- Su Lu interacts with the Holy City and Dubai Mage Tower, forming an alliance to invade the Nine Provinces.
- The Nine Provinces' Mages react to the declaration of war, with many calling in sick to avoid potential conflict.