Cheng Xiaoyu

Biodata

Feature	Detail
Name	Cheng Xiaoyu 1
Age	16 1
Family	Ye Xinxia (younger sister) 1 5 20 23 27 31 34 48 79 125, Ye Chang (mother) 1, Yi Zhisha (aunt) 160, Norman (older brother) 162
Affiliations	Qingtian Hunter's Institute 27 34 50 66, Mingzhu University 34 35 52 66 171, Parthenon Temple (Saint Son) 125 152, Huaguo National Team 91 158, Shadowsnow City 103 117 170
Titles	Hangcheng Honorary Councilor 52, Gudu Honorary Councilor 91, Shadow Chief 35, Saint Son of the Parthenon Temple 125 152, World Academy Tournament Champion 158
Girlfriend	Mu Ningxue 46 66 91 170, Yu Shishi 175
Mentors	President Xiao 26 27 28 31 52 66 100 171, Tang Yue (Teacher) 24 28
Abilities	Shadow Element 1 26 35 66, Spatial abilities 106, Undead legion 106 125, Mind Element (High Level) 66, Space Element 66, Twelve-Winged Seraph Angel transformation 169
Companions	Bell 66, Little Yan Ji 66, Yu Shishi (Moth Woman) 79 80, Moon Moth Phoenix 171, Baxia 93
Notable Acquaintances	Xiao Ke 1 5, Mo Fan 5 24 46, Leng Lingling 27 34, Qin Yuer (Senior Sister) 28 35 52, Ding Yumian (Senior Sister) 28 31 35 52, Mu Nujiao 30 34 46 52 134 171, Aitutu 34 134, Bai Tingting 34 46 52 134, Ai Jiangtu (Aitutu's older brother) 66 91, Nanyu 91 114 134, Nanrong Ni 91 125, Zhao Manyan 91, Jiang Shaoxu 107 134, Ashareya (sister) 125 162, Ande 169, Pan Nijia 169, Liu Xian 103 170, Liu Ru 103 170
Team Members	Wang Dakun (Captain) 1, Earth Element Mage 1
Physical Appearance	Slender, handsome, "clean-cut" 1, more muscular and taller after cultivation 5, solid physique 5
Personality	Responsible, determined, concerned for family 1, cautious 5, confident, proactive 27, mature, understanding 28, guarded 66, compassionate 79, increasingly composed and assertive 169

Physical Description

Cheng Xiaoyu is described as a young man who is slender and quite handsome, leaving a good first impression 1. After a week of intense exercise and cultivation, he became more muscular and grew taller 5. He has a very well-built physique that is noted to be coveted by women 86. His appearance is often admired, with girls finding him stylish, handsome, and even "cute" 5. He is noted to be very handsome by many, including his senior sisters and even foreign observers 35 85 106.

• Hair: His bangs droop, slightly obscuring his eyes 1.
• Physique: He has a solid physique, not exaggerated, but impressive for his age 5. He is described as having a "very well-built physique" 86.
• Age: He is 16 years old 5.

Character Background

Cheng Xiaoyu is the older brother of Ye Xinxia and the son of Ye Chang 1. For eight years, his mother, Ye Chang, was in a coma, leaving Cheng Xiaoyu to care for his wheelchair-bound younger sister, Ye Xinxia 1 5 61. He took on the responsibility of supporting his family, undertaking dangerous missions outside the safe zone to earn money 1 23 28. Cheng Xiaoyu and Ye Xinxia share a close and supportive sibling bond, with Cheng Xiaoyu consistently looking out for her well-being and education 1 5 23 27 31. He ensures she receives a high-quality education and access to good cultivation resources, even arranging for her to attend the top class at the First Magic High School in Modu 23 27 31. Ye Xinxia, in turn, is deeply concerned for her brother and strives to become a self-reliant mage so as not to be a burden to him 1 31.

Ye Chang eventually awakens from her coma, expressing gratitude for Cheng Xiaoyu's efforts in protecting Ye Xinxia and caring for the family during her absence 61 62. She reveals that she is a Saintess and had been hiding Cheng Xiaoyu's identity, having brought Ye Xinxia to Bocheng after Ye Xinxia's father, a Saint Son, died 71. Ye Chang's former student, Blue Bat, later confirms this connection, referring to Cheng Xiaoyu as a "Saint Son" 121. Despite the long separation, Cheng Xiaoyu and Ye Chang quickly rebuild their relationship, with Cheng Xiaoyu staying with her and sharing everyday conversations 71. Ye Chang also shows approval of Mu Ningxue, Cheng Xiaoyu's girlfriend, treating her like family 62. The family also includes a cousin, Ye Meng'e, who reappeared after a two-year absence, having gone through a difficult period 17. Ye Meng'e and Ye Xinxia share a playful, sisterly bond 17.

Following the Huaguo Team's World Academy Tournament victory, Cheng Xiaoyu travels to Greece and is received at the Parthenon Temple by the Goddess Yi Zhisha, who identifies herself as his aunt 160. Yi Zhisha removes the seal on his power and arranges a complete divine-seal energy blessing for him 160. Cheng Xiaoyu later meets Norman, who acknowledges him as his younger brother, further expanding his known Parthenon family connections 162.

Personality Traits

• Responsible and Determined: Despite his young age, Cheng Xiaoyu takes on the responsibility of supporting his family, joining a hunter team to earn money for his wheelchair-bound sister and comatose mother 1. He shows determination in improving his strength for his family's circumstances 6.
• Caring and Protective: He demonstrates deep care for his younger sister, Ye Xinxia, making arrangements for her education at a prestigious school and ensuring her well-being 1 27 31. He is also protective of her, showing wariness towards others' intentions regarding her 5.
• Humble: Cheng Xiaoyu remains humble about his magic level and strength, even when praised or when possessing powerful artifacts 9 142.
• Resilient and Confident: He shows resilience in the face of adversity and is confident in his abilities, especially after significant transformations and breakthroughs 6 29 31.
• Loyal and Grateful: He is not one to owe favors and intends to repay those who have helped him 14. He also shows gratitude to those who have supported him 5.
• Observant and Cautious: He is observant of his surroundings and the people around him, and maintains a level of caution, especially regarding his abilities and safety 28 106.
• Empathetic and Compassionate: He shows empathy towards others, such as Yu Shishi, understanding her desire to live peacefully despite her monstrous form 79 80.
• Proactive: He is proactive in his decisions, seeking out opportunities for growth and taking on commissions to further his cultivation and provide for his family 27 30.
• Calm Under Pressure: He maintains composure in dangerous situations, such as confronting a poisoned meal or a murderer 29.
• Charming: He is noted for his charm, captivating others, including his senior sisters and even a foreign visitor 98 106.
• Strategic: He can be strategic, as seen when he uses recordings and videos to present his case, a trait that reminds others of his mother 52.
• Increasingly Composed: Following Yi Zhisha's training, Cheng Xiaoyu becomes more composed and assertive in intimate and socially complicated situations 169.
• Mentor-like: He accepts responsibility for leading graduating Mingzhu University students in their graduation examination, including Mu Nujiao 171.

Abilities

Shadow Element

Cheng Xiaoyu possesses the Shadow Element, which allows him to summon and control undead creatures 36 74. He can create Shadow Soldiers from the Shadow Element alone, without needing the Undead Element 36. He can also turn demon corpses into undead 36.

• Applications:
  • Summoning a massive Shadow Legion 74.
  • Creating a domain called "Night's Reign - Black Magic Pool" to suppress enemies' strength and reduce their movement speed 60.
  • Using Shadow Evasion to dodge attacks 15.
  • Activating "Killing Intent" to reduce all attribute values of a target by 50% 15.
  • Transforming into a large shadow to move quickly 15.
• Limitations:
  • The ability to turn demon corpses into undead is considered baffling by others 36.

Undead Element

Cheng Xiaoyu cultivates the Undead Element, which is considered his primary element 140. He can summon a variety of undead creatures, including a Commander Level demon named Little Flame 105.

• Applications:
  • Summoning Jian Ya, an undead creature capable of powerful fire magic 74.
  • Summoning Commander Level demons like Little Flame 105.
  • Summoning a "Shadow Flying Dragon" as a mount 48.
  • Summoning a colossal giant over ten meters tall using a Shadow Element constellation 39.
• Limitations:
  • He failed to turn the Ice Bear King into an undead creature 36.

Space Element

Cheng Xiaoyu possesses the Space Element, which he primarily uses for spatial manipulation and mental power 105 140.

• Applications:
  • Redirecting incoming magic, such as Thunderbolt, towards opponents 105.
  • Deflecting attacks using "Spatial Resonance: Time Lag" 105.
  • Using powerful Mental Power to stop objects, such as a thunderball 60.
  • Creating a spatial barrier to block powerful attacks like "Cataclysmic Water Roar" 141.
  • Using Mental Power to manipulate the trajectory of magic, such as redirecting "Skyflame Fist Rain" 140.
• Limitations:
  • His Space Element is considered a minor cultivation 140.

Mental Power

Cheng Xiaoyu has powerful Mental Power, which he can use for various effects 60 102 140.

• Applications:
  • Freezing an opponent's arms 60.
  • Stopping an opponent from condensing magic 60.
  • Using "Mind Control" to defeat opponents effortlessly 102.
  • Mitigating impacts in critical moments 32.
  • Manipulating the trajectory of magic attacks 140.
• Limitations:
  • The specific realm of his Mental Power cultivation is unknown to observers 140.

Close Combat

Cheng Xiaoyu is proficient in close combat, capable of fighting effectively at close range 105 133 134.

• Applications:
  • Defeating opponents with physical strikes like punches and kicks 105.
  • Disarming opponents and striking them in close quarters 133.
  • Using "Sprint" to move quickly in combat 32 19.
  • Defeating forty Blue Star Knights in a single move 162.
• Limitations:
  • His close-combat style is unusual for a mage and can surprise observers 134.

Defensive Abilities

Cheng Xiaoyu possesses defensive capabilities, including a totem skill and immunity to certain effects 105 39.

• Applications:
  • Using "Baxia's Seal," a skill from a Totem Vessel, to block high-level magic 105.
  • Immunity to all diseases, poisons, and abnormal status effects due to the "Blessing of Grand Arcanist Kendialu" 39.
  • Receiving complete divine-seal energy from Yi Zhisha after the World Academy Tournament 160 162.

Angelic Transformation

Cheng Xiaoyu can transform into a Twelve-Winged Seraph Angel, an angelic form he reveals after returning to the Parthenon Temple 169.

• Applications:
  • Manifesting the Twelve-Winged Seraph Angel transformation before Yi Zhisha, Ye Chang, and Pamish 169.
• Limitations:
  • Cheng Xiaoyu is still contemplating the responsibilities and implications of his new angelic power 169.

Power Progression

Level	Ability	Description	Significant Events
Novice Level 1	Shadow Element	Cheng Xiaoyu awakens the Shadow Element 1.	Awakened the Shadow Element after 9 months of cultivation 1.
Novice Level 2	Shadow Element	Cheng Xiaoyu's Shadow Element reaches the second level 6 9.	Reached Novice Level 2 in Shadow Element after a week of cultivation 6.
Intermediate Level	Shadow Element	Cheng Xiaoyu becomes an intermediate mage of the Shadow Element 23 26.	Completed a Job Change Quest to become an intermediate mage of the Shadow Element 23. Passed Mingzhu University's special recruitment exam with Intermediate Shadow Element strength 26.
Intermediate Level 1	Space Element	Cheng Xiaoyu awakens the Space Element 23.	Awakened the Space Element without a guiding stone 23.
Intermediate Level 2	Shadow Element	Cheng Xiaoyu's Shadow Element reaches intermediate level two 30.	Reached intermediate level two in Shadow Element after cultivating in the Three Step Tower for seven days 30.
Intermediate Level 1 (near bottleneck)	Space Element	Cheng Xiaoyu's Space Element is on the verge of reaching the bottleneck of intermediate level one 30.	Space Element nearing the bottleneck of intermediate level one 30.
High Level	Shadow Element	Cheng Xiaoyu breaks through to the High Level of the Shadow Element 37.	Broke through to the High Level of the Shadow Element in the Three Step Tower 37.
High Level	Mind Element	Cheng Xiaoyu awakens the Mind Element 37.	Awakened the Mind Element in the Awakening Room 37.
High Level 3	Shadow Element	Cheng Xiaoyu's Shadow Element reaches Level Three of High Rank 84.	Moon Moth Phoenix's energy helped him break through to Level Three of High Rank 84.
High Level 2	Mind Element	Cheng Xiaoyu's Mind Element reaches Level Two of High Rank 84.	Excess energy from Moon Moth Phoenix helped him break through to Level Two of High Rank 84.
Super Level	Shadow Element	Cheng Xiaoyu successfully breaks through to Super Level in the Shadow Element 123.	Used the Star Sea Heavenly Vein to break through to Super Level in the Shadow Element 123.
Super Level	Spatial Law	Cheng Xiaoyu demonstrates Super Level Spatial Law 141.	Used a spatial barrier to split the Dragon Tooth Arena 141.
Super Level	Mental Power	Cheng Xiaoyu uses Mental Power with special runes 140.	Special runes flicker around Cheng Xiaoyu when he uses Mental Power 140.
Commander Level	Summoned Beast (Little Flame)	Cheng Xiaoyu summons Little Flame, a Commander Level demon 105.	Little Flame defeats a Golden Griffon 105.
Temporal-Spatial Law	Temporal Spatial God Eye	Cheng Xiaoyu gains the ability to manipulate time and space 109.	Retrieved the Temporal Spatial God Eye and imprinted it into his forehead 109.
Divine Seal	Praise of the Divine Seal	Cheng Xiaoyu receives complete divine-seal energy arranged by Yi Zhisha. 160 162	Yi Zhisha lifts the seal on his power and personally prepares his complete divine seal energy. 160
Angelic Transformation	Twelve-Winged Seraph Angel	Cheng Xiaoyu gains and reveals a Twelve-Winged Seraph Angel form. 169	Revealed his transformation to Yi Zhisha, Ye Chang, and Pamish upon returning to the Parthenon Temple. 169

Relationships

Cheng Xiaoyu shares a deep and supportive sibling bond with his younger sister, Ye Xinxia. From the beginning, Cheng Xiaoyu demonstrates responsibility and determination to support his family, especially Ye Xinxia, who is wheelchair-bound 1. He is protective of her, ensuring her well-being and future by arranging for her to study at the top class of the First Magic High School and later supporting her decision to attend Zhejiang Academy 27 31. Ye Xinxia, in turn, is concerned for her brother and expresses her affection, eventually confessing her love and desire to be his wife, leading to an intimate encounter 86. Cheng Xiaoyu also meets Ye Xinxia's friends, Mu Nujiao, Aitutu, and Bai Tingting, who become her close companions and later move into an apartment next door, providing her with playmates 30 33.

Cheng Xiaoyu's relationship with Mu Ningxue evolves from friendship to a romantic involvement. He is protective and jealous when others show interest in her 139. They share intimate moments, and their relationship deepens as they communicate openly and support each other 41 99. Mu Ningxue shows understanding and maturity, even accepting Cheng Xiaoyu's relationship with Wangyue Qianxun, prioritizing his well-being 99. Despite some initial tension, Mu Ningxue and Ye Xinxia maintain a harmonious relationship 30. After the World Academy Tournament, Cheng Xiaoyu and Mu Ningxue leave the Parthenon Temple together for Shadowsnow City, where they remain affectionate and supportive despite Mu Ningxue's work commitments 170.

Ye Meng'e, Cheng Xiaoyu's cousin, reappears after two years, and there's a hint of romantic tension between her and Cheng Xiaoyu 17. She is playful and confident, openly admiring Cheng Xiaoyu, but also reveals a manipulative side, showing interest in his abilities and Ye Xinxia's divine soul 29. She shares secrets with Cheng Xiaoyu, often making him blush 30.

Cheng Xiaoyu develops a mentor-mentee relationship with President Xiao, who supports his growth and takes him as an apprentice 27 31 52. President Xiao also introduces Cheng Xiaoyu to his senior sisters, Qin Yuer and Ding Yumian 28. Qin Yuer, initially cold, warms up to Cheng Xiaoyu, and their relationship progresses to a romantic one, with her confessing her feelings 101. Ding Yumian is sweet and playful, forming a friendly rapport with Cheng Xiaoyu 28 31. Both senior sisters continue to welcome him warmly when he returns to Mingzhu University to complete his graduation examination 171.

Tang Yue, a teacher and Judge, seeks Cheng Xiaoyu's assistance in matters related to the Bocheng disaster, indicating trust in his abilities 28. Their relationship is good, and she teases him playfully 24. She also works with Cheng Xiaoyu on demon-hunting commissions 29.

Leng Lingling becomes Cheng Xiaoyu's hunting partner, and he treats her like a younger sister 27 28. Their bond deepens, with Cheng Xiaoyu comforting her and her opening up about past trauma, hinting at a more complex relationship 137.

Cheng Xiaoyu reunites with his mother, Ye Chang (also known as Ling Xi), who is a Saintess and had been hiding his identity 71. Their reunion is emotional, and Ye Chang reveals her past to him 71. He later meets his aunt, the Goddess Yi Zhisha, whose forceful aid removes a seal on his power and secures him complete divine-seal energy 160. Cheng Xiaoyu also meets Norman, who recognizes and supports him as a younger brother, while Ashareya remains a significant Parthenon connection 162.

Yu Shishi becomes increasingly close to Cheng Xiaoyu after he protects her and gives her a place in Shadowsnow City 79 80 103. She later offers to help him in any way she can in repayment for his support 171. While accompanying Ying Yuqin and Shu Xiaohua, Cheng Xiaoyu identifies Yu Shishi as his girlfriend and protects her from unwanted attention 175.

Other relationships include Mo Fan, a classmate and nephew of their neighbor, whom Cheng Xiaoyu views with caution regarding his intentions towards Ye Xinxia 5. Cheng Xiaoyu also has a complicated relationship with Ashareya, feeling both a sibling-like dependence and romantic feelings, with her showing dominance over him 131. He also interacts with other members of the national team, including Jiang Shaoxu and Nanrong Ni, who show interest in him 91 121. Yi Zhisha later assigns the Saintesses Ande and Pan Nijia to accompany Cheng Xiaoyu during her absence from the Parthenon Temple 169.

Significant Events

• Cheng Xiaoyu, a 16-year-old high school student, joins a hunter team to collect Bone Healing Grass outside the safe zone 1.
• Cheng Xiaoyu is discharged from the hospital, having become more muscular and taller after a week of intense exercise and cultivation 5.
• Cheng Xiaoyu receives a 'Beginner Dungeon Key' from his daily reward, leading to the Bocheng Air-raid Shelter dungeon 6.
• Mu Ningxue visits Bocheng during her holiday, accompanying Cheng Xiaoyu and helping him complete two high-priced bounties 11.
• Mu Ningxue returns to the Imperial Capital Academy, with Cheng Xiaoyu promising to visit her soon 11.
• Cheng Xiaoyu attends a parent-teacher conference at his sister's school, where he learns about a competition for a spot in the Earth Saint Spring 23.
• Cheng Xiaoyu accompanies Mu Ningxue to the Mu Family Manor and meets her father, Mu Zhuoyun 24.
• A Crimson Alert is sounded in Bocheng, and Cheng Xiaoyu encounters a pack of One-Eyed Demon Wolves 24.
• Cheng Xiaoyu becomes a Hunter Mage at the Qingtian Hunter's Institute 27.
• President Xiao summons Cheng Xiaoyu to Mingzhu University to introduce him to two senior sisters 27.
• Cheng Xiaoyu meets his new senior sisters, Qin Yuer and Ding Yumian 28.
• Cheng Xiaoyu discovers he has a "Great Healer's Blessing" that allows him to recover from injuries and resist poison 29.
• Cheng Xiaoyu tracks and kills Chao He, a murderer, to save the Dongfang Clan 29.
• Ye Meng'e, Cheng Xiaoyu's cousin, visits with Ye Xinxia, revealing she's aware of Ye Xinxia's divine soul and wants Cheng Xiaoyu as her Knight Protector 29.
• Ye Meng'e visits Modu, sharing secrets with Cheng Xiaoyu 30.
• Ye Xinxia enrolls in Modu's First Magic High School, preparing for college entrance exams 30.
• Cheng Xiaoyu officially enters Mingzhu University 30.
• Cheng Xiaoyu and Leng Lingling accept demon-hunting commissions, with Cheng Xiaoyu killing a servant-level demon 30.
• Cheng Xiaoyu waits for Ye Xinxia at school, meeting her friends: Mu Nujiao, Aitutu, and Bai Tingting 30.
• Mu Ningxue arrives in Modu, and Cheng Xiaoyu prepares a family dinner 30.
• Cheng Xiaoyu enters Demon City, triggering a quest to kill the BOSS in SJ District 31.
• Ye Xinxia decides to apply to Zhejiang Academy for her cultivation, with President Xiao's support 31 52.
• Cheng Xiaoyu takes a blanket from his spatial ring, wraps it around a naked woman, and carries her away from the place 33 34.
• Qin Yuer, Cheng Xiaoyu's Senior Sister, freezes Black Vatican members with her Ice Element magic 40.
• Leng Qing, a Judge from The Tribunal, arrives and thanks Cheng Xiaoyu for his help 40.
• Cheng Xiaoyu is awarded the title of 'Hangcheng Honorary Councilor' for his role in saving the city 52.
• Cheng Xiaoyu returns to Mingzhu University and learns he has three selection votes for the World Academy Tournament 52.
• Cheng Xiaoyu informs President Xiao that he will be going to the Zhuoyuan North Point for the next few days and wants to bring Ding Yumian and Ye Xinxia along 54.
• All sea monsters around Feiniao City are slaughtered in a single day, and the Tribunal arrives to investigate hidden threats 66.
• Cheng Xiaoyu discovers a commission at the Qingtian Hunter's Institute involving the Black Vatican, with a commission fee of 10 million 66.
• Ye Chang reveals that she and Ye Xinxia lived in the Parthenon Temple before she adopted Cheng Xiaoyu, and Ye Xinxia's father was the Saint Son 71.
• Ye Xinxia reveals that her mother agreed to her relationship with Cheng Xiaoyu, and she was ready before Mu Ningxue 79.
• Qin Yuer arrives to help Lü Yi kill the Heavenly Crown Purple Linden Tree 81.
• Wangyue Qianxun confesses her feelings to Cheng Xiaoyu and spends the night with him 97 99.
• Cheng Xiaoyu confesses to Mu Ningxue about the incident with Wangyue Qianxun 97 99.
• Cheng Xiaoyu and Mu Ningxue cooperate to defeat a batch of Sea Monsters, earning them significant resources 99.
• Nanrong Ni looks at Mu Ningxue, whose heart and mouth don't match, and recalls Cheng Xiaoyu's various merits 101.
• The National Team temporarily settles in Bonsa City, Mexico, awaiting the arrival of their mentors 117.
• The Dark Duke Cloak is handed over to Cheng Xiaoyu 117.
• Cheng Xiaoyu spends the night with Leng Qing, leading to a breakthrough in their relationship 139.
• Mu Nujiao is added to the team as a substitute player due to Cheng Xiaoyu's favoritism 139.
• Mu Nujiao kisses Cheng Xiaoyu on the cheek, causing Aitutu and Bai Tingting to become jealous 139.
• Tang Yue arrives in Venice, and Cheng Xiaoyu prepares special seats for her, Leng Qing, and Mu Nujiao 139.
• Cheng Xiaoyu faces competition for Mu Ningxue's affection from a Spanish royal named Justin Bourbon 139.
• The Parthenon Temple's Female Sages, led by Ashareya, arrive to cheer for Cheng Xiaoyu during the Huaguo Team's match against Germany 152.
• Cheng Xiaoyu enters the German Team's formation through spatial movement and helps decisively eliminate its members 153.
• The Huaguo Team defeats the Greek Team in the World Academy Tournament championship final, with Cheng Xiaoyu claiming the First Kill and receiving the championship trophy 158.
• Cheng Xiaoyu travels to the Parthenon Temple after the championship, where Yi Zhisha reveals herself as his aunt and lifts the seal on his power 160.
• Yi Zhisha arranges complete divine-seal energy for Cheng Xiaoyu, while the rest of the Huaguo Team receives the Praise of the Divine Seal through Dianmu 160.
• Cheng Xiaoyu defeats forty Blue Star Knights in a single move and earns public respect at the Parthenon Temple 162.
• Cheng Xiaoyu meets Norman, who recognizes him as his younger brother 162.
• Cheng Xiaoyu receives his final Praise of the Divine Seal at the Praise Mountain Altar 162.
• Cheng Xiaoyu reveals his Twelve-Winged Seraph Angel transformation to Yi Zhisha, Ye Chang, and Pamish 169.
• Cheng Xiaoyu and Mu Ningxue return from the Parthenon Temple to Shadowsnow City through its teleportation array 170.
• Cheng Xiaoyu returns to Feiyue Mountain and learns that Little Flame is preparing for a breakthrough at the Parthenon Temple 171.
• Cheng Xiaoyu returns to Mingzhu University to complete his graduation examination and agrees to lead a team of graduating students, including Mu Nujiao 171.
• Cheng Xiaoyu, Leng Lingling, and Yu Shishi accept an escort commission to Mingwu Ancient City for Ying Yuqin and Shu Xiaohua 175.

Themes

The narrative explores several significant themes, often intertwined with the protagonist Cheng Xiaoyu's journey and relationships:

• Family and Relationships are central, particularly the strong bond between Cheng Xiaoyu and his younger sister, Ye Xinxia, for whom he shows deep care and a desire to protect and support her independence 1 5 8 23 27 30 31 52 54 61 64 71. This extends to his concern for his comatose mother and his efforts to awaken her 1 52 61. The complex dynamics with other characters, such as Mu Ningxue and Ye Meng'e, also highlight various aspects of relationships, including affection, underlying tension, and manipulation 11 23 29 30 64 66 84 107.
• Transformation and Growth are evident in Cheng Xiaoyu's rapid physical and personal development, as he becomes stronger, more determined, and more aware of the world's harsh realities 5 6 8 37 46 52 66 84. This theme also applies to Ye Xinxia's cultivation and decision to pursue her studies independently 27 31 52.
• Cultivation and Personal Growth emphasize the importance of continuous effort and improvement in magical abilities, with characters striving to break through levels and enhance their power 6 23 30 31 37 52 66 84 100.
• Mentorship and Guidance are highlighted through President Xiao's role in taking Cheng Xiaoyu under his wing, offering support, and demonstrating the value of having powerful backers in navigating the world 27 31 46 52 66 98 100. Yi Zhisha's removal of Cheng Xiaoyu's seal and arrangement of his divine-seal energy extend this theme into his Parthenon heritage 160 162.
• The Harsh Reality of Survival and the Dark Side of the Human World are recurring themes, illustrating the cruelty of a world where magic exists, class differences prevail, and human ambition and corruption can be more terrifying than demons 1 46 52 66. This includes the consequences of ambition and power, as seen in various antagonists and the struggle against corruption 46 52.
• Trust and Loyalty are explored in various relationships, from the evolving bond between Cheng Xiaoyu and Wangyue Qianxun to the complex dynamics involving deception and hidden motives 29 96.
• Responsibility and Duty are demonstrated by Cheng Xiaoyu's actions to protect his family, take on demon-hunting commissions, and uphold justice 1 29 30 46. His leadership of graduating students and angelic responsibilities add further weight to this theme 169 171.
• The Importance of Adaptability and Strength is shown through Cheng Xiaoyu's strategic fighting style and the necessity of physical and magical prowess in facing challenges 6 8. His victories in the World Academy Tournament and against forty Blue Star Knights reinforce the recognition that extraordinary power brings 158 162.
• Greed and its Consequences are exemplified by artifacts like the Nihua Pearl and the ambition of certain characters 96.