Ch. 1721Ancient Clan Comes West (1)
Key Plot Points and Events
- Lin Qi returns to Dragon Mountain City after half a month, finding the Western Continent in chaos due to the approaching Blood Qin army.
- Taimus, the God of Seasons, has expanded the Church's armies and infiltrated the Dragon Mountain Empire's court, causing unrest and conflict with local authorities.
- Lin Qi observes Church soldiers abusing their power and clashing with local security forces.
- Lin Qi meets with Holy Son Youxuan of the Miro Divine Cult, warning him about the growing influence of Archbishop Taimus.
Character Developments
- Lin Qi: Shows his cold and calculating side, cooperating with Taimus' actions to further his own goals.
- Holy Son Youxuan: Displaying arrogance and overconfidence in his abilities, underestimating the threat posed by Taimus.
Significant Themes
- Power struggle and manipulation: Lin Qi and Taimus both seek to gain control and influence within the Dragon Mountain Empire.
- Corruption and abuse of power: Church soldiers, newly granted religious immunity, exploit their position and cause unrest.
- Cultural clash: Holy Son Youxuan, representing the Miro Divine Cult, looks down upon the Western Continent's people and their ways.
Character Interactions
- Lin Qi and Holy Son Youxuan: Lin Qi warns Youxuan about Taimus, while Youxuan remains arrogant and dismissive of the threat.
- Church soldiers and local security forces: Conflict erupts between the two groups due to the Church soldiers' abuse of power and lack of discipline.