Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• The group is invited to lunch by a purple-robed Sea Soul Master.
• They learn that Seahorse Douluo has left, asking them to make any requests to the Sea Soul Masters present.
• After lunch, they decide to visit the Sea God's Light in the afternoon.
• They travel to the forbidden area, a circular sea at the heart of Sea God Island, where the Sea God Palace stands.
• They are warned by a purple-robed Sea Soul Master about the trials ahead and the importance of the Sea God's Light trial.

Character Developments

• Ye Qiu shows leadership and decision-making skills, suggesting they visit the Sea God's Light in the afternoon.
• The group shows unity and camaraderie, with everyone enjoying the lavish lunch together.
• Hu Liena shows affection towards Ye Qiu, initiating intimacy in his room before the trial.

Significant Themes

• Cultivation and Growth: The group is on Sea God Island to cultivate and grow stronger, with the Sea God's Light trial being a significant step in this journey.
• Respect for Tradition and Authority: The purple-robed Sea Soul Master shows reverence for the Sea God and the trials, highlighting the importance of tradition and authority in their world.
• Unity and Camaraderie: The group eats and travels together, showing their unity and bond.

Character Interactions

• Ye Qiu interacts with the purple-robed Sea Soul Master, learning about the trials and the island's history.
• The group interacts with each other, showing care and concern, such as feeding Ye Qiu during lunch.
• Ye Qiu and Hu Liena share a moment of intimacy in his room before the trial.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The group crosses the Ring Sea, with each person's assessment light appearing as they enter its range.
• Ye Qiu and Xiao Wu attempt to climb Sea God Mountain's stairs but are repelled by a powerful force.
• They discover that any physical or energy attack is reflected back to the attacker by the Sea God's Light.
• Ye Qiu successfully climbs five stairs, and Xiao Wu follows, but struggles at the twentieth stair.

Character Developments

• Ye Qiu demonstrates his analytical skills and courage by being the first to attempt climbing the stairs.
• Xiao Wu shows her determination and resilience by pushing herself to keep up with Ye Qiu.

Significant Themes

• The Sea God's Light represents the overbearing power that forces out one's potential.
• The climb up Sea God Mountain symbolizes the characters' struggle against their limits.

Character Interactions

• Ye Qiu and Xiao Wu support each other as they attempt to climb the stairs together.
• The group discusses and analyzes the situation, working together to understand the trial's rules.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ye Qiu activates his Venom Martial Soul to withstand the pressure of the Sea God's Light.
• He climbs the stairs, revealing his true strength, and reaches the seventieth step, a feat even Title Douluo can't achieve.
• Xiao Wu reaches the fortieth step before being flung out.
• Ye Qiu uses his Blue Silver Domain, 100,000 Year Blue Silver Emperor Right Leg Bone, and Slaughter God's Domain to ascend further.
• He stops at the seventieth step, then descends and collapses from exhaustion.

Character Developments

• Ye Qiu demonstrates his immense power and resilience, pushing his limits under extreme pressure.
• Xiao Wu shows her determination and endurance, reaching the fortieth step.
• The women, especially Ning Rongrong and Huo Wu, express eagerness to try climbing the stairs.

Significant Themes

• The theme of pressure as a catalyst for growth and cultivation is emphasized.
• The power of domains and external soul bones is highlighted.

Character Interactions

• The women watch Ye Qiu's climb with concern and admiration.
• Ye Qiu encourages the women to try climbing the stairs after he finishes.
• The women rush to support Ye Qiu when he collapses.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ye Qiu realizes the benefits of cultivating under Sea God's Light and leaves the pressure zone, feeling invigorated.
• He finds the girls have already started climbing the stairs. Xiao Wu has reached level 25, while Zhu Zhuqing and Dugu Yan are at level 33, and Hu Liena at level 35.
• Ye Qiu catches up to them, reaching level 90 before starting to cultivate under the intense pressure.
• The girls' highest achievements are: Ning Rongrong (level 30), Shui Yue'er (level 35), Huo Wu and Shui Bing'er (level 46 each).
• Ye Qiu suggests using a loophole in the trial by concentrating everyone's support abilities on one person to help them complete it.

Character Developments

• Ye Qiu demonstrates his strategic thinking and confidence in finding a solution to the trial.
• Xiao Wu shows improved climbing speed and determination.
• Ning Rongrong exhibits maturity and understanding of Ye Qiu's plan.
• Huo Wu displays impatience and eagerness to attempt the trial immediately.

Significant Themes

• Teamwork and Unity: The characters realize they can help each other complete the trial, emphasizing the importance of teamwork and unity.
• Adaptability and Innovation: Ye Qiu's suggestion to use a loophole in the trial highlights the need for adaptability and innovative thinking in the face of challenges.

Character Interactions

• Ye Qiu interacts with the girls, showing concern for their progress and offering guidance.
• Xiao Wu and Ning Rongrong interact, with Ning Rongrong providing support to Xiao Wu.
• The girls discuss their respective achievements and listen to Ye Qiu's plan to help each other complete the trial.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ye Qiu explains the true purpose of the first trial, the Sea God's Light: to enhance cultivators' strength and resistance to pressure.
• Sea God Douluo Bo Saixi appears, confirming Ye Qiu's interpretation and providing a hint for the subsequent trials.
• The girls request and receive permission for food, water, and bathing facilities to maximize their time on Sea God Island.

Character Developments

• Ye Qiu demonstrates his strategic thinking and understanding of the trials.
• The girls, especially Zhu Zhuqing, Shui Bing'er, and Huo Wu, show determination and resourcefulness in pursuing their cultivation.

Significant Themes

• The importance of understanding and adapting to the rules and challenges of the trials.
• The value of perseverance and dedication in cultivation.
• The role of wisdom and strategy in overcoming obstacles.

Character Interactions

• Ye Qiu shares his insights with the girls, helping them understand the trials.
• The girls support each other, with Zhu Zhuqing, Shui Bing'er, and Huo Wu taking the lead in advocating for their needs.
• Bo Saixi interacts with the group, providing hints and granting their request, showing appreciation for their dedication and intelligence.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ten months have passed since Bo Saixi's arrival and departure.
• Ye Qiu and his team have been cultivating on the steps of Sea God Mountain, making significant progress in their Soul Power and willpower.
• Ye Qiu is now a Level 70 Attack-type Soul Emperor, while the others range from Level 61 to Level 55.
• Ye Qiu is ready to attempt absorbing the God-given Soul Ring he received from Asura, aiming for a 100,000-year Soul Ring.

Character Developments

• Ye Qiu has improved his understanding of the Dark Demon Evil God Tiger's power and successfully acquired the Evil God Domain.
• The team has grown significantly in Soul Power and determination through arduous training.

Significant Themes

• The importance of perseverance and hard work in cultivation and growth.
• The significance of the seventh Soul Ring in a Soul Master's development, especially for Ye Qiu with his unique Martial Soul and innate Domains.

Character Interactions

• Ye Qiu's team members express worry and support as he prepares to attempt absorbing the God-given Soul Ring.
• Bo Saixi is surprised and alarmed by the starting point of Ye Qiu's trial for the God-given Soul Ring.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ye Qiu begins absorbing the seventh Soul Ring, which is a God-given Soul Ring from the Sea God.
• Ye Qiu actively releases all his Domain abilities from the start to control the trial's rhythm and shorten its duration.
• He endures immense pain and physical damage, with blood seeping from his skin and orifices.
• After half an hour, Ye Qiu's body seems to collapse, but he successfully absorbs the Soul Ring, entering a state of stasis.

Character Developments

• Ye Qiu demonstrates his unyielding willpower and determination, pushing his body to its limits to absorb the Soul Ring.
• Bo Saixi, the Sea God Douluo, experiences hesitation and concern for Ye Qiu's safety, showing a rare display of emotion.
• Ning Rongrong and the other women express their worry and support for Ye Qiu, revealing their affection for him.

Significant Themes

• Determination and Willpower: Ye Qiu's unwavering resolve in the face of extreme pain and danger highlights his strong will.
• Sacrifice: Ye Qiu is willing to push his body to its limits to absorb the Soul Ring, showcasing his dedication to his goals and the people he cares about.
• Divine Intervention: The appearance of an ominous aura from another God suggests the involvement of divine entities in Ye Qiu's journey.

Character Interactions

• Ye Qiu and the Women: The women express their concern and support for Ye Qiu, showing their love and affection for him.
• Ye Qiu and Bo Saixi: Bo Saixi's hesitation and concern for Ye Qiu reveal a connection between them, possibly hinting at a deeper relationship or responsibility.
• Ye Qiu and the Asura God: The Asura God's voice and the appearance of an ominous aura suggest a connection between Ye Qiu and the Asura God, potentially hinting at a secret or shared history.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ye Qiu successfully comprehends the Evil God's Domain, attracting the attention of a God from the God Realm.
• The God, upon sensing Ye Qiu's Asura Domain, becomes displeased due to Asura God's actions.
• Ye Qiu, after ten days of transformation, awakens with a new Domain and an enhanced Martial Soul True Body, capable of transforming into various forms and using their skills.
• Ye Qiu's actions on Sea God Island are exposed to the God Realm due to Asura God's factionalism, angering the God of Destruction.

Character Developments

• Ye Qiu: Successfully awakens a new Domain and enhances his Martial Soul True Body, demonstrating his rapid growth and unique abilities.
• Asura God: Revealed to be manipulating events in the lower realm, causing displeasure among the Gods in the God Realm.

Significant Themes

• Power and Growth: Ye Qiu's continuous development and awakening of new abilities highlight the theme of power growth and self-improvement.
• Consequences of Actions: Asura God's actions in the lower realm lead to consequences in the God Realm, emphasizing the theme of cause and effect.

Character Interactions

• Ye Qiu interacts with the Sea God Douluo Bo Saixi and his disciples, showcasing his growth and unique abilities.
• Asura God's interactions with other Gods in the God Realm reveal his manipulative nature and the consequences of his actions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ye Qiu reveals his Martial Soul True Body's abilities: transforming into possessed beings, copying their skills, but with limited duration based on his Soul Power.
• He explains that his Dark Demon Evil God Tiger form allows him to reach a cultivation level equivalent to a fifty-thousand-year Soul Beast.
• Ye Qiu demonstrates his Venom Martial Soul's symbiotic Domain, which provides buffs and control to allies.
• He reveals his current cultivation level: seventy-five.

Character Developments

• Ye Qiu's power and abilities continue to grow and evolve, showcasing his monstrous talent.
• The girls' cultivation progresses significantly under Ye Qiu's guidance and the Sea God's Light.

Significant Themes

• The power of symbiotic relationships, both in Ye Qiu's Martial Soul True Body and his symbiotic Domain.
• The importance of hard work and dedication in cultivation, as seen in the girls' diligent training.

Character Interactions

• Ye Qiu interacts with his harem, answering their questions, comforting them, and sharing his experiences.
• The girls express amazement and disbelief at Ye Qiu's cultivation speed and power.
• Ye Qiu and the girls continue to cultivate together, supporting and motivating each other.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ye Qiu successfully climbs to the 128th step of the Sea God's Light, understanding the increased pressure after the 100th step.
• He realizes he could potentially help his disciples pass their Black Rank Tests by carrying them to the required steps.
• Ye Qiu decides to cultivate at the 100th step instead of the 80th to maximize his growth.

Character Developments

• Ye Qiu's strength and understanding of his abilities grow as he climbs the Sea God's Light.
• Hu Liena's feelings for Ye Qiu become more apparent, and she agrees to his unspoken request.

Significant Themes

• The power of determination and perseverance in the face of immense pressure (Sea God's Light).
• The consequences of breaking rules and laws (Asura's potential exposure).
• The importance of self-control and responsibility (Ye Qiu's decision to cultivate at the 100th step).

Character Interactions

• Ye Qiu and Hu Liena's relationship deepens, with Hu Liena agreeing to Ye Qiu's implied request for a "celebration banquet."
• Ning Rongrong and Xiao Wu tease Hu Liena about her feelings for Ye Qiu.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ye Qiu and Hu Liena share an intimate bath, marking a significant shift in their relationship.
• They consummate their relationship in Ye Qiu's room, with Hu Liena expressing her love and desire for him.

Character Developments

• Ye Qiu: He shows tenderness and affection towards Hu Liena, indicating a change in his feelings for her.
• Hu Liena: She overcomes her initial resentment towards Ye Qiu and expresses her love and desire for him.

Significant Themes

• Love and Desire: The chapter explores the growing love and desire between Ye Qiu and Hu Liena.
• Trust and Forgiveness: Hu Liena's ability to forgive Ye Qiu for his past actions shows the importance of trust in their relationship.

Character Interactions

• Ye Qiu and Hu Liena's interactions are intimate and affectionate, reflecting their deepening bond.
• Hu Liena's initial shyness and nervousness give way to open expression of her feelings and desires.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ye Qiu completes his second trial, fully controlling his killing intent and clearing negative emotions.
• He obtains a hundred-thousand-year Soul Ring and a 10% affinity with the Asura God position as rewards.
• Ye Qiu is informed about the third trial: reaching level eighty within a year, or face annihilation.
• He spends a day with Hu Liena in Seahorse City, then returns to Sea God Hall with her.
• Ye Qiu reveals his upgraded Soul Ring to Xiao Wu and the others.

Character Developments

• Ye Qiu: Shows restraint and tenderness with Hu Liena, prioritizing her comfort and well-being. He also demonstrates pride in his accomplishments.
• Hu Liena: Gains confidence and happiness from Ye Qiu's affection. She is more open about her feelings and becomes more attached to him.

Significant Themes

• Love and affection: Ye Qiu's tender care for Hu Liena highlights the theme of love and affection in their relationship.
• Power and growth: Ye Qiu's completion of his second trial and the revelation of his upgraded Soul Ring emphasize the theme of power and growth.

Character Interactions

• Ye Qiu and Hu Liena: Their intimate interactions showcase their deepening relationship, with Hu Liena becoming more open and affectionate, and Ye Qiu demonstrating his tender and caring side.
• Ye Qiu and Xiao Wu/Ning Rongrong: Ye Qiu's interaction with Xiao Wu and Ning Rongrong is playful and teasing, with Ning Rongrong directly asking Hu Liena about her experiences with Ye Qiu during the trial.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ye Qiu successfully completes his sixth trial, obtaining a hundred-thousand-year spirit ring.
• The group decides to tackle Ye Qiu's third trial together: breaking through to level eighty within a year by using the Sea God's Light.
• After a month of intense cultivation, Shui Bing'er and Huo Wu break through to the Soul Emperor realm.
• Ye Qiu and the others plan to clear Ye Qiu's trial by having him possess each of them to reach the 108th step, then use a six-in-one Martial Soul Fusion Skill to tackle the remaining steps together.

Character Developments

• Ye Qiu: Confident in his ability to complete his trial, he uses his unique method of possessing others to help them reach their respective trial destinations.
• Shui Bing'er and Huo Wu: Both break through to the Soul Emperor realm, demonstrating their dedication and progress in cultivation.
• Zhu Zhuqing, Hu Liena, Dugu Yan, Ning Rongrong, and Shui Yue'er: All make significant advancements in their cultivation levels.

Significant Themes

• Cultivation and Growth: The chapter emphasizes the importance of arduous cultivation and the rewards it brings, with each character making notable advancements in their cultivation levels.
• Teamwork and Unity: The group works together to tackle Ye Qiu's trial, highlighting the importance of unity and cooperation in achieving their goals.

Character Interactions

• Ye Qiu interacts with each of the girls, possessing them to help them reach their trial destinations. This demonstrates his care and support for their individual growth.
• The girls support each other, both physically (by acting as mobile Soul Power supply stations) and emotionally (by encouraging and motivating one another).
• Bo Saixi watches Ye Qiu and the others from afar, impressed by their progress and unity.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ye Qiu and Ning Rongrong perform a Six-in-One Martial Soul Fusion Skill, absorbing the power of four other Soul Masters (Zhu Zhuqing, Xiao Wu, Dugu Yan, and Hu Liena) to form a powerful Dark Demon Evil God Tiger.
• They easily traverse the Sea God's Light, reaching the 400th step, and complete the first trial.
• The Sea God rewards Ye Qiu with an upgrade to a ten-thousand-year first Soul Ring.
• The second trial, "Breakthrough, Circular Seal," begins. The group must reach the opposite shore of the surrounding sea without harming any sea Soul Beasts.

Character Developments

• Ye Qiu demonstrates his monstrous talent and strategic thinking by successfully performing a Six-in-One Martial Soul Fusion Skill and understanding the true difficulty of the trials.
• Ning Rongrong shows her wisdom and practicality in assessing the situation and the limitations of the Vast Sea Cosmic Shroud.
• Zhu Zhuqing and the others display their determination and adaptability in facing the challenges of the second trial.

Significant Themes

• Teamwork and unity are crucial for overcoming obstacles, as seen in Ye Qiu and the others' successful fusion skill and their collective approach to the second trial.
• The Sea God's trials test not only strength but also wisdom and adaptability, as demonstrated by the restrictions imposed on the trials.

Character Interactions

• Ye Qiu and Ning Rongrong work together seamlessly, showcasing their understanding and compatibility in battle.
• Zhu Zhuqing and the others support each other, sharing their thoughts and ideas to tackle the challenges ahead.
• Shui Yue'er's casual remark about using the Vast Sea Cosmic Shroud highlights the group's dynamic and their ability to learn from one another.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The group faces the Ring Sea, a water barrier blocking their exit and preventing food supplies.
• Ye Qiu reveals that the obstacle is the hundred-thousand-year-old Demon Soul Great White Shark King.
• Ye Qiu decides to scout the Ring Sea first and plans to use a Three-in-One Martial Soul Fusion Skill to break through.
• Ye Qiu enters the Ring Sea, facing unusual water resistance and a special energy that slows him down and consumes his Soul Power.
• He encounters arrowfish Soul Beasts that attack him, but he uses his Dark Evil God Pearl's Wind attribute and Symbiotic Domain to create a vortex, disorienting the arrowfish without harming them.

Character Developments

• Ye Qiu demonstrates his adaptability and strength in the face of adversity, using his various abilities to navigate the Ring Sea's challenges.
• The group, especially Dugu Yan, shows concern for Ye Qiu's safety as he explores the Ring Sea.

Significant Themes

• Overcoming obstacles through adaptability and strategic thinking.
• The importance of teamwork and collaboration, as hinted by Ye Qiu's plan to use a Three-in-One Martial Soul Fusion Skill.

Character Interactions

• Ye Qiu reassures his team, particularly Dugu Yan and Huo Wu, about his safety and capabilities.
• The group discusses and strategizes together, showing unity and trust in Ye Qiu's leadership.

Plot Points and Events

• Ye Qiu attempts to cross the Ring Sea but encounters resistance from the seawater, limiting his Instant Transmission ability.
• The king of the hundred-thousand-year Demon Soul Great White Shark appears, attacking Ye Qiu but not intending to harm him.
• The group realizes the shark is there to obstruct, not annihilate, them, presenting an opportunity for cultivation.

Character Developments

• Ye Qiu demonstrates his strategic thinking and adaptability in facing challenges.
• The girls show determination and eagerness to improve their combat capabilities.

Significant Themes

• Cultivation and growth through challenges and obstacles.
• The importance of understanding and adapting to one's environment.

Character Interactions

• Ye Qiu and the girls work together to analyze the situation and plan their approach.
• The girls support each other in their cultivation efforts, especially in forming Martial Soul Fusion Skills.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The King of the Demon Soul Great White Shark, Xiao Bai, appears in human form, confronting Ye Qiu and the others.
• Xiao Bai reveals that she can detect Xiao Wu's true identity as a transformed Soul Beast.
• Xiao Bai hints that she won't attack the group during the trials but won't go easy on them either.
• Ye Qiu decides to continue cultivating Martial Soul Fusion Skill and adapt to sea combat daily.

Character Developments

• Xiao Bai: Reveals her unique abilities and her role as Sea God's mount.
• Xiao Wu: Discovers that Xiao Bai can sense her true identity and learns about mermaids.
• Ye Qiu: Decides to adapt to sea combat and train the group for future battles.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics between land and sea Soul Beasts.
• The importance of adaptation and continuous training in improving skills.
• The bond between Soul Beasts, as seen between Xiao Wu and Xiao Bai.

Character Interactions

• Ye Qiu and Xiao Bai: Ye Qiu is admiring of Xiao Bai's beauty, while Xiao Bai is initially hostile but later shows understanding towards Xiao Wu.
• Xiao Wu and Xiao Bai: Xiao Wu is curious about Xiao Bai's human form, and Xiao Bai shows favoritism towards Xiao Wu.
• The group: They decide to train together in the sea, adapting to combat in the water and improving their swimming skills.

Summary

Plot Points and Events

• The group continues their second trial, facing Xiao Bai, the King of the Demon Soul Great White Shark, in the Star Ring Sea.
• They develop Martial Soul Fusion Skills, adapting to fighting at sea, and even manage to hold their own against Xiao Bai.
• After two months, they're close to breaking through to the next level, but Xiao Bai's attacks become increasingly intense.

Character Developments

• Ye Qiu: Stands his ground against Xiao Bai, using his unique Martial Soul and tactics to provoke and irritate her.
• Xiao Bai: Grows increasingly frustrated and desperate as Ye Qiu targets her weak spots and provokes her.
• The girls (Xiao Wu, Huo Wu, Shui Bing'er, etc.): Struggle against Xiao Bai but make progress in their cultivation.

Significant Themes

• The power of Martial Soul Fusion Skills and adaptability.
• The consequences of provocation and retaliation.
• The girls' affection for Ye Qiu and their concern for his safety.

Character Interactions

• Ye Qiu and Xiao Bai: Engage in a tense and provocative battle, with Ye Qiu targeting Xiao Bai's weak spots.
• The girls and Ye Qiu: Worry about Ye Qiu's safety but also understand his tactics and his relationship with Xiao Bai.
• The girls among themselves: Support each other and share their concerns about Ye Qiu and their own progress.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ye Qiu, using his Space abilities and Thunder, subdues the King of the Demon Soul Great White Shark (Xiao Bai) in the ring-shaped sea.
• Xiao Bai, enraged and humiliated, surfaces and confronts Ye Qiu with murderous intent.
• Ye Qiu, confident and provocative, allows Xiao Bai to strike him, seemingly losing his head.

Character Developments

• Ye Qiu demonstrates his cunning and resilience, provoking Xiao Bai while showing no fear.
• Xiao Bai reveals her vengeful nature and intense emotions, losing control in her pursuit of retribution.

Significant Themes

• Provocation and Retaliation: Ye Qiu's actions push Xiao Bai to her limits, highlighting the theme of retaliation for perceived wrongs.
• Power Dynamics: The interaction between Ye Qiu and Xiao Bai showcases the power dynamics between them, with Ye Qiu's confidence indicating his belief in his superiority.

Character Interactions

• Ye Qiu vs. Xiao Bai: The primary conflict in this chapter is between Ye Qiu and Xiao Bai, with Ye Qiu's provocative actions fueling Xiao Bai's anger and desire for revenge.
• Supporting Characters: The other goddesses, such as Huo Wu, Hu Liena, and Shui Bing'er, show concern for Ye Qiu's safety and try to intervene, highlighting their loyalty and care for him.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xiao Bai, enraged, attacks Ye Qiu, but her kick is absorbed by Ye Qiu's black gel-like body.
• The Sea God intervenes, using its power to blast Xiao Bai away and make her kneel before Ye Qiu.
• The Sea God communicates with Ye Qiu, expressing surprise at his actions and warning him not to reveal their conversation.

Character Developments

• Ye Qiu demonstrates his ability to withstand physical attacks and his connection with the Sea God.
• Xiao Bai shows her fear and submission to the Sea God, indicating her respect for its authority.
• The Sea God reveals its lewd nature and its tendency to blame others for its own actions.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics between the Sea God and the Soul Beasts are highlighted, showing the Sea God's dominance.
• The theme of lewdness is emphasized, with both Ye Qiu and the Sea God displaying this trait.

Character Interactions

• Ye Qiu and the Sea God interact, with the Sea God expressing surprise and warning Ye Qiu.
• Ye Qiu's friends, including Zhu Zhuqing and Ning Rongrong, show concern for his well-being.
• Xiao Bai submits to the Sea God and Ye Qiu, indicating a shift in her attitude towards him.