Ch. 121Making Paper Airplanes from the Investiture List to See Whose Flies Farther
Key Plot Points and Events
- Xiruan finds the torn "Investiture of the Gods" and decides to fold paper airplanes from it.
- She challenges Yuanshi Tianzun to a paper airplane flying contest, with the loser having to clean toilets for a month.
- Patriarch Hongjun intervenes, angering Xiruan, who then attacks him by grabbing his beard.
Character Developments
- Xiruan: Shows creativity, confidence, and fearlessness. She's not intimidated by the Saints and stands up to Patriarch Hongjun.
- Patriarch Hongjun: Initially appears authoritative and intimidating, but is humiliated and caught off guard by Xiruan's actions.
Significant Themes
- Power dynamics and respect: Xiruan challenges the authority of the Saints, showing that power and status don't necessarily command respect.
- Childhood innocence and audacity: Xiruan's actions, though mischievous, are driven by curiosity and a lack of fear, highlighting the innocence and audacity of childhood.
Character Interactions
- Xiruan vs. Yuanshi Tianzun: Xiruan challenges Yuanshi to a game, showing no fear of his status.
- Xiruan vs. Patriarch Hongjun: Xiruan stands up to Patriarch Hongjun, grabbing his beard in retaliation for his rudeness, causing him to lose his composure.