Ch. 381Does Not Play By the Rules
Key Plot Points and Events
- An alien beast, initially a Fourth Order Cosmic Lord, grows stronger over time, eventually reaching the Eighth Order.
- Wang Cheng, a Cosmic Lord, easily defeats the alien beast at all its strength levels.
- Duan Donghe, the trial overseer, is impressed by Wang Cheng's power and considers him for the Duan Donghe inheritance.
- The alien beast's strength is artificially boosted by Duan Donghe to test Wang Cheng further.
- Wang Cheng passes the trial, and Duan Donghe offers him the inheritance directly.
Character Developments
- Wang Cheng demonstrates incredible power and composure, growing from a Fourth to an Eighth Order Cosmic Lord.
- Duan Donghe re-evaluates Wang Cheng's potential and considers him a worthy successor to the Duan Donghe lineage.
Significant Themes
- Power and strength: Wang Cheng's power growth and Duan Donghe's recognition of his strength are central to the chapter.
- Inheritance and succession: The Duan Donghe inheritance trial and Wang Cheng's potential as a successor are key themes.
Character Interactions
- Wang Cheng and the alien beast: Wang Cheng demonstrates his power by defeating the alien beast at various strength levels.
- Wang Cheng and Duan Donghe: Duan Donghe is impressed by Wang Cheng's strength and considers him for the Duan Donghe inheritance. Wang Cheng is honest about his intentions, revealing that he entered the trial for his Junior Brother, Luo Feng. Duan Donghe agrees to let Wang Cheng pass and invites his teacher to try for the inheritance as well.