Ch. 201True Lord Mingxiang

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Cheng Buzheng returns from refining pills and finds a Nascent Soul cultivator, True Lord Mingxiang, attacking the White Cloud Sect's grand formation.
  • True Lord Mingxiang seeks her disciple within the sect, revealing that Jiang Siling, a sect disciple, is her target.
  • Ancestor Zhong, the sect's Nascent Soul cultivator, welcomes True Lord Mingxiang and facilitates the master-disciple ceremony between her and Jiang Siling.

Character Developments

  • Cheng Buzheng: Realizes the power disparity between Nascent Soul cultivators and himself, feels helpless, and ponders Xu Shi's potential as a protagonist.
  • Jiang Siling: Accepts True Lord Mingxiang as her master, showing determination to avenge her grandfather and maintain her independence.

Significant Themes

  • Power dynamics and disparity among cultivators of different realms.
  • The importance of karma and personal goals in cultivation, as seen in Jiang Siling's focus on avenging her grandfather.

Character Interactions

  • Cheng Buzheng and True Lord Mingxiang: Cheng Buzheng observes True Lord Mingxiang from afar, feeling her immense power and helplessness.
  • Ancestor Zhong and True Lord Mingxiang: They exchange pleasantries and facilitate the master-disciple ceremony, showing respect for each other's power and status.
  • Jiang Siling and True Lord Mingxiang: Jiang Siling accepts True Lord Mingxiang as her master, showing respect and willingness to learn but maintaining her personal goals.

Ch. 202Ancestor Zhong Crossed Names Off the List

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Ancestor Zhong marks the list of disciples to be sent to the Endless Sea, striking off older cultivators and adding younger ones, including Cheng Buzheng.
  • Cheng Buzheng receives a Sound Transmission Talisman informing him of his selection and the deadline of half a year.

Character Developments

  • Ancestor Zhong demonstrates his authority and decisiveness in choosing disciples for the Endless Sea trial.
  • Cheng Buzheng shows his meticulousness in planning and preparation, given the short notice.

Significant Themes

  • The importance of opportunities and luck in cultivation, as seen in Cheng Buzheng's envy of Mingxiang's fortune.
  • The value of youth and potential in cultivation, emphasized by Ancestor Zhong's decision to prioritize younger disciples.

Character Interactions

  • Ancestor Zhong and Sect Leader Fang discuss the list of disciples, showing Ancestor Zhong's dominance and Sect Leader Fang's compliance.
  • Cheng Buzheng's internal monologue reveals his thoughts and plans, showing his proactive approach to his new challenge.

Ch. 203Spent His Entire Fortune

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Cheng Buzheng visits the Treasure Pagoda to sell three High-grade Treasure Tools (a Small Boat, a Small Pagoda, and a Small Shield) and purchase rare materials needed for cultivating his manuals.
  • He sells the tools for 6,200 Spirit Stones each, totaling 18,600 Spirit Stones, and buys materials worth 22,000 Spirit Stones, using a Mid-grade Treasure Tool mirror to cover the difference.
  • Cheng Buzheng ensures he's not followed after leaving the Treasure Pagoda and heads towards the Stalls area.

Character Developments

  • Cheng Buzheng demonstrates his determination and resourcefulness in acquiring resources for his cultivation.
  • The thin-faced old man at the Treasure Pagoda shows expertise in Treasure Inspection Art and negotiation skills.

Significant Themes

  • The importance of resources and wealth in cultivation progress.
  • The value and rarity of Treasure Tools and materials.
  • The risks and considerations involved in trading questionable items.

Character Interactions

  • Cheng Buzheng interacts with the thin-faced old man at the Treasure Pagoda, negotiating the sale of his Treasure Tools and the purchase of materials.
  • Cheng Buzheng also interacts with an attendant at the Treasure Pagoda and another cultivator outside White Cloud City, though these interactions are brief and mainly involve the exchange of items.

Ch. 204Raise Spirit Stones

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Cheng Buzheng trades a Storage Bag for Qi Gathering Pills, using it as collateral due to lack of Spirit Stones.
  • He sells five spirit herbs over four hundred years old for a total of 30,700 Spirit Stones.
  • Cheng Buzheng's true body enters White Cloud City, obtains Spirit Stones and precious materials, and refines eighty-one Spirit Mines.
  • He returns to the Secret Realm after a month, using 31,169 Spirit Stones to increase his Spiritual Power Value.

Character Developments

  • Cheng Buzheng demonstrates his shrewdness and resourcefulness in gathering Spirit Stones.
  • He shows determination and resolve in advancing his cultivation, even at the cost of significant resources.

Significant Themes

  • The value of spirit herbs increases with their age, reflecting the scarcity and importance of resources for cultivation.
  • The difficulty of advancing cultivation stages is emphasized, as higher stages require more resources.

Character Interactions

  • Cheng Buzheng interacts with the Old Daoist, who acts as a middleman in his transactions.
  • There's no direct interaction with other cultivators, but the stall area is depicted as a bustling place where similar transactions occur frequently.

Ch. 205Transmission Array

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Cheng Buzheng repairs the Teleportation Array using precious materials and his Spiritual Power Value.
  • He successfully activates the array and uses it to teleport to an uninhabited island under the jurisdiction of Xuanfeng Island.
  • After confirming the island's location, he returns to the Secret Realm.

Character Developments

  • Cheng Buzheng demonstrates his dedication and resourcefulness in repairing the Teleportation Array, showcasing his ability to adapt and innovate with limited resources.
  • He also displays caution by testing the array with a puppet before using it himself.

Significant Themes

  • The value and scarcity of Spiritual Items and Spirit Materials are emphasized, highlighting the importance of resources in the Cultivation World.
  • The isolation and desolation of the uninhabited island contrast with the bustling, resource-rich islands under the Heavenly Dao Alliance's jurisdiction.

Character Interactions

  • Cheng Buzheng interacts with a puppet, using it to test the repaired Teleportation Array before teleporting himself.
  • There are no interactions with other characters in this chapter.

Ch. 206The Place That Haunted His Dreams

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Cheng Buzheng returns to his hometown after many years.
  • He observes his family's wedding feast from afar.
  • He leaves behind a letter, a cultivation manual, and a bottle of Alchemical Pills for his parents.
  • His parents find the gifts and decide to keep them a secret.

Character Developments

  • Cheng Buzheng: Struggles with guilt for not visiting his parents earlier and leaves them a parting gift before departing.
  • Cheng Hanzi (Father): Initially saddened by Cheng Buzheng's absence, he later understands his son's actions and advises his eldest son to keep the gifts a secret.
  • Cheng Jiang Shi (Mother): Overjoyed at the thought of Cheng Buzheng's return, she takes the Alchemical Pill and awaits his return.

Significant Themes

  • Filial piety: Cheng Buzheng's guilt and desire to fulfill his duties as a son.
  • Family legacy: The cultivation manual and Alchemical Pills represent a potential future for the Cheng family.
  • Secrecy and caution: Cheng Hanzi's advice to his eldest son highlights the importance of keeping the family's newfound power a secret.

Character Interactions

  • Cheng Buzheng and his parents: Though they don't meet, their emotional connection is evident through Cheng Buzheng's guilt and his parents' longing for him.
  • Cheng Hanzi and Cheng Jiang Shi: They display a strong bond, supporting each other through their shared emotions and decisions.
  • Cheng Hanzi and his eldest son: They share a moment of understanding, with Cheng Hanzi entrusting his son with the family's newfound power and the responsibility to keep it secret.

Ch. 207A Long-Awaited Resolution

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Cheng Buzheng leaves his hometown, looking back on his past.
  • He reflects on his decision to pursue immortality, knowing it may mean never returning home.
  • He leaves behind a Bone-Shedding Pill and a copy of the Five Elements Art for his family.
  • He sells spiritual herbs to obtain Spirit Stones for his journey.
  • He enters the White Cloud City and then the sect's Great Array, heading towards an underground secret chamber.

Character Development

  • Cheng Buzheng shows remorse for leaving his family but is determined to pursue immortality.
  • He demonstrates care for his family by leaving them resources to help future descendants with spirit roots.
  • He shows resourcefulness and planning in selling his spiritual herbs to fund his journey.

Significant Themes

  • The conflict between family and personal ambition.
  • The pursuit of immortality and its costs.
  • The value of resources and their potential appreciation.

Character Interactions

  • Cheng Buzheng interacts with his family through memories, showing love and care.
  • He interacts with the Treasure-Class No. 1 Puppet, using it to earn Spirit Stones for his cause.
  • There's an implied interaction with the sect, as he enters their Great Array and heads towards a secret chamber.

Ch. 208The End of His Days

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Cheng Buzheng receives a message from Jiang Fugui, who summons him to Immortal Treading Peak.
  • They meet Jiang Siling and True Lord Mingxiang, Jiang Siling's new master.
  • Old Man Nan is on his deathbed and wants to see Cheng Buzheng.
  • Old Man Nan reveals that there are treasures like Lifespan Fruit or Lifespan Pill that can extend a cultivator's lifespan, but they are rare and precious.
  • Old Man Nan asks Jiang Fugui to continue the Jiang family line and leaves instructions in a Jade Slip to be read after his death.

Character Developments

  • Cheng Buzheng shows maturity and respect when facing a Nascent Soul True Lord.
  • Jiang Siling shows concern for her great-grandfather and is willing to follow his wishes.
  • Old Man Nan accepts his impending death and focuses on ensuring the Jiang family's continuation.

Significant Themes

  • The inevitability of death and the importance of accepting one's fate.
  • The value of family and lineage.
  • The rarity and preciousness of life-extending treasures in the cultivation world.

Character Interactions

  • Cheng Buzheng and Jiang Siling have a subtle exchange, with Cheng Buzheng showing no sign of his previous infatuation.
  • Jiang Fugui and Jiang Siling show their love and respect for their great-grandfather, Old Man Nan.
  • True Lord Mingxiang demonstrates her power and wisdom, showing no signs of emotion regarding Old Man Nan's impending death.

Ch. 209Three Days Later: Cheng Buzheng, Uneasy with Guilt

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Jiang Fugui and Jiang Siling bury their grandfather, Old Man Nan, in their hometown.
  • Cheng Buzheng attends the funeral, feeling guilty and anxious under True Lord Mingxiang's watch.
  • After the funeral, Jiang Siling leaves with True Lord Mingxiang to join the Immortal Alliance, while Jiang Fugui and Cheng Buzheng depart together.

Character Developments

  • Cheng Buzheng: Feels guilty and anxious due to his secret identity and the presence of a Nascent Soul True Lord. He pours a cup of Spirit Wine for Old Man Nan as a parting gesture.
  • Jiang Fugui: Struggles with the loss of his grandfather and sister, feeling alone and despondent. He expresses his desire to reunite with Jiang Siling but acknowledges the challenges of doing so due to the vast distances in the Endless Sea.

Significant Themes

  • Transience of Life: The chapter emphasizes the impermanence of life, with Old Man Nan's death serving as a reminder of the Cultivation World's harsh realities.
  • Isolation and Loneliness: Jiang Fugui's feelings of isolation and loneliness highlight the emotional toll of cultivators' often solitary lives and the challenges of maintaining relationships across vast distances.

Character Interactions

  • Cheng Buzheng and Jiang Fugui: Cheng Buzheng attempts to console Jiang Fugui, acknowledging the difficulties of maintaining relationships in the Cultivation World.
  • Jiang Fugui and Jiang Siling: The siblings express their love and concern for each other, with Jiang Siling reminding Jiang Fugui to fulfill their grandfather's final wish and Jiang Fugui promising to send word once he settles in the Immortal Alliance.

Ch. 210Moving House

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Cheng Buzheng accompanies Jiang Fugui for a drink to console him after Old Man Nan's death.
  • Jiang Fugui blocks the entrance to the village using his Sword Qi to prevent disturbances at Old Man Nan's grave.
  • Cheng Buzheng returns to the sect, prepares for the journey, and sells Spirit Stones.
  • He receives a Jade Talisman summoning him to White Cloud Peak for departure to the Endless Sea.
  • Cheng Buzheng packs and leaves his cave mansion, dismantling the protective arrays.

Character Developments

  • Jiang Fugui: Shows emotion and vulnerability after Old Man Nan's death, suppressing his sorrow.
  • Cheng Buzheng: Demonstrates empathy and understanding towards Jiang Fugui, shows determination to pursue immortality despite risks.

Significant Themes

  • Brotherhood and camaraderie (Cheng Buzheng supporting Jiang Fugui)
  • The passage of time and its impact on emotions (Jiang Fugui's longing and sorrow)
  • The struggle and determination in pursuing cultivation and immortality (Cheng Buzheng's resolve)

Character Interactions

  • Cheng Buzheng and Jiang Fugui: Share a moment of bonding over drinks, with Cheng Buzheng offering support to Jiang Fugui.
  • Cheng Buzheng and the Sect Master: Indirectly interact through the Jade Talisman, with the Sect Master summoning Cheng Buzheng for departure.

Ch. 211Heaven Escaping Boat

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Cheng Buzheng observes the Heaven Escaping Boat, a massive, strategic-grade magic treasure used for hunting Desolate Beasts in the Endless Sea.
  • He reflects on the boat's design, spirit restrictions, and formation patterns, understanding its purpose and the sect's investment in it.
  • Fellow disciples gather on White Cloud Peak's plaza, awaiting departure on the Heaven Escaping Boat.

Character Developments

  • Cheng Buzheng demonstrates his knowledge and understanding of the Heaven Escaping Boat and its purpose.
  • Jiang Fugui appears somber and withdrawn, unlike his usual self.
  • Cold Fairy maintains her icy demeanor.
  • A high-level player disciple, who had forced others to trade during trials, is introduced, appearing gentle and friendly despite his past actions.

Significant Themes

  • The power and importance of strategic-grade magic treasures like the Heaven Escaping Boat.
  • The differences between Desolate Beasts and Demonic Beasts, and the challenges of hunting each.
  • The consequences of past actions and the potential for retaliation (as seen through Cheng Buzheng's thoughts about the coerced disciple and the high-level player).

Character Interactions

  • Cheng Buzheng observes and reflects on the gathered disciples, noting the dynamics between the high-level player, the coerced disciple, and Jiang Fugui.
  • He chooses to maintain a distance from the high-level player and avoids meddling in others' business, demonstrating his caution and self-preservation instincts.

Ch. 212Aloof Martial Uncle

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Cheng Buzheng and other disciples board the Heaven Escaping Boat using a teleportation technique.
  • They enter a vast hall filled with Glazed Lamps and intricate patterns on the walls.
  • Two Golden Core cultivators, including Martial Uncle Huang, appear on the platform. They distribute access tokens for Cultivation Chambers to disciples on missions.
  • The disciples dispatched to the Heavenly Dao Alliance receive red tokens, while others receive theirs from Martial Uncle Huang.

Character Developments

  • Cheng Buzheng demonstrates his observational skills and strategic thinking by noting down information about the 'Bipolar Pill' and Heavenly Sea City.
  • The two Golden Core cultivators display their power and aloofness, showing little interest in interacting with the Foundation Establishment disciples.

Significant Themes

  • Power Dynamics: The stark contrast between the Foundation Establishment disciples and the Golden Core True Persons highlights the power dynamics within the sect.
  • Information Exchange: Cheng Buzheng's eavesdropping on fellow disciples' conversations emphasizes the importance of information and networking in the cultivation world.

Character Interactions

  • Cheng Buzheng and Fellow Disciples: Cheng Buzheng observes and learns from his fellow disciples' conversations, showing his adaptability and resourcefulness.
  • Martial Uncles and Disciples: The interaction between the Golden Core cultivators and the disciples is minimal, emphasizing the hierarchy and distance between them.

Ch. 213Spirit Energy Cannon

Key Plot Points and Events

  • The Heaven Escaping Boat departs from the White Cloud Mountain Range.
  • Cheng Buzheng and Jiang Fugui observe the Spirit Energy Cannons on the boat's deck.
  • Cheng Buzheng learns about the Spirit Energy Cannons' power, cost, and usage from Jiang Fugui.

Character Developments

  • Cheng Buzheng: Exhibits caution and a lack of security, daydreams about owning a flying boat, and shows curiosity about the Spirit Energy Cannons.
  • Jiang Fugui: Becomes more open and friendly, shares knowledge about the Spirit Energy Cannons, and seems to enjoy teaching Cheng Buzheng.

Significant Themes

  • Power and Wealth: The Spirit Energy Cannons' immense power and high cost highlight the correlation between power and wealth in the Cultivation World.
  • Caution vs. Extravagance: Cheng Buzheng's cautious nature contrasts with the extravagance of using Spirit Energy Cannons to kill low-level cultivators or beasts.
  • The Gap Between Realms: The vast difference in cognitive reflexes and mental calculation abilities between cultivators of different major realms is emphasized.

Character Interactions

  • Cheng Buzheng and Jiang Fugui: They interact as friendly peers, with Jiang Fugui acting as a mentor figure, sharing his knowledge with Cheng Buzheng. Their conversation helps Cheng Buzheng understand the Spirit Energy Cannons better and appreciate their significance.

Ch. 214A Windfall: Spirit Heart Ore

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Cheng Buzheng and Jiang Fugui return to their rooms.
  • Cheng Buzheng cultivates in his room.
  • Jiang Fugui informs Cheng Buzheng about a fellow disciple selling Spirit Heart Ore.
  • Cheng Buzheng visits the main hall and finds the Spirit Heart Ore.
  • He negotiates with the seller and eventually buys the ore using Azure Cloud Pills and Spirit Stones.

Character Developments

  • Cheng Buzheng demonstrates his determination and perseverance in cultivation.
  • He shows his negotiation skills and understanding of the value of spiritual items.
  • Jiang Fugui shows kindness and concern for Cheng Buzheng's cultivation needs.

Significant Themes

  • The pursuit of longevity and cultivation in a world of cultivation.
  • The value and scarcity of spiritual items and pills.
  • The importance of bonds and favors among fellow disciples.

Character Interactions

  • Cheng Buzheng and Jiang Fugui's friendly interaction and mutual respect.
  • Cheng Buzheng's negotiation with the stall-owning Martial Brother, showcasing his understanding of the market and the value of items.
  • The stall-owning Martial Brother's hesitation and eventual decision to sell the Spirit Heart Ore to Cheng Buzheng.

Ch. 215Minor Divine Ability

Key Plot Points and Events

  • The Heaven Escaping Boat's hall initiates Level Three Battle Readiness, indicating a Tier 3 Desolate Beast or Demonic Beast nearby.
  • Cheng Buzheng and Jiang Fugui witness the Heaven Escaping Boat's minor divine ability, a giant sword, slicing a Desolate Whale in half.
  • The Heaven Escaping Boat retrieves the slain Desolate Whale, which is worth at least thirty thousand Spirit Stones.

Character Developments

  • Cheng Buzheng learns about the Heaven Escaping Boat's power and the value of slain Desolate Beasts.
  • Jiang Fugui demonstrates his knowledge about the Heaven Escaping Boat's operations and the worth of Desolate Beasts.

Significant Themes

  • The power and value of Desolate Beasts.
  • The Heaven Escaping Boat's capabilities and the role of its cultivators.
  • The importance of Spirit Stones in the cultivation world.

Character Interactions

  • Cheng Buzheng and Jiang Fugui exchange information and insights about the Heaven Escaping Boat and Desolate Beasts.
  • Cheng Buzheng learns from Jiang Fugui, who shares his knowledge and experience.

Ch. 216Island-Moving Venerable

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Cheng Buzheng and Jiang Fugui discuss the Endless Sea's vastness and the territories governed by different alliances.
  • They talk about the types of missions cultivators might undertake, such as garrisoning small islands or resource islands.
  • Cheng Buzheng learns about the power dynamics within the Heavenly Dao Alliance, with top-tier sects holding real power and his Ancestor having an honorary title.
  • A mysterious, towering black shadow appears on the horizon, causing everyone on the Heaven Escaping Boat to bow in respect.

Character Developments

  • Cheng Buzheng: Shows curiosity and eagerness to learn about the Endless Sea and the Heavenly Dao Alliance's power structure.
  • Jiang Fugui: Acts as a mentor to Cheng Buzheng, sharing his knowledge about the Endless Sea and the alliance's politics.

Significant Themes

  • The vastness and mystery of the Endless Sea.
  • The power dynamics and politics within the Heavenly Dao Alliance.
  • The harsh reality of cultivators' lives, with dangerous missions and limited resources.

Character Interactions

  • Cheng Buzheng and Jiang Fugui: They engage in a conversation where Jiang Fugui shares his knowledge with Cheng Buzheng, fostering a mentor-mentee relationship.
  • Fellow disciples: They discuss the mysterious black shadow and the Island-Moving Venerable, revealing their awe and respect for the Venerable's power.

Ch. 217The Endless Sea

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Cheng Buzheng and Jiang Fugui arrive at Immortal Alliance Island after a six-month journey on the Heaven Escaping Boat.
  • They disembark and are greeted by a Martial Uncle, who leads them to the Heavenly Dao Alliance's headquarters in Immortal Alliance City.
  • Cheng Buzheng observes the massive city gate and walls, noting the security measures in place.

Character Developments

  • Cheng Buzheng demonstrates his analytical skills and curiosity, observing and assessing his surroundings.
  • Jiang Fugui is shown to be astonished by the sights, indicating his naivety and lack of worldly experience.

Significant Themes

  • The vastness and prosperity of the Endless Sea, contrasting with the relatively isolated and resource-scarce Heavenly Dao Continent.
  • The importance of Spirit Heart Ore and its derivatives, highlighting the value of resources in cultivation.
  • The hierarchy and power dynamics within the cultivation world, as seen through the interactions between cultivators of different stages and sects.

Character Interactions

  • Cheng Buzheng and Jiang Fugui chat idly about their surroundings, revealing their thoughts and reactions to new experiences.
  • The bald Martial Uncle interacts with the leader of the Heavenly Dao Alliance, negotiating their entry into the city and demonstrating his respect for the alliance's power.
  • The rustic-faced True Person greets the bald Martial Uncle, showing familiarity and acknowledging the White Cloud Sect's status among the larger sects.

Ch. 218Guard Hall

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Cheng Buzheng arrives at the Immortal Alliance's Guard Hall, witnessing the vastness and power of the alliance.
  • He learns about the contribution point system, which allows cultivators to exchange for various resources and treasures.
  • The White Cloud Sect cultivators accept their garrison missions, with Cheng Buzheng choosing Xuanli City and Jiang Fugui choosing Huanqiu City.

Character Developments

  • Cheng Buzheng gains a deeper understanding of the Immortal Alliance's might and the importance of contribution points.
  • Jiang Fugui shows concern for Cheng Buzheng's well-being by asking about his chosen mission.
  • Shangguan Qingyu (the Cold Fairy) demonstrates her decisiveness by accepting a dangerous mission to garrison a resource island.

Significant Themes

  • The power and influence of the Immortal Alliance.
  • The importance of contribution points for cultivators' growth and advancement.
  • The risks and rewards of accepting different garrison missions.

Character Interactions

  • Cheng Buzheng and Jiang Fugui exchange information about their chosen missions.
  • Cheng Buzheng admires Shangguan Qingyu's decisiveness in accepting a challenging mission.
  • Martial Uncle Shen reminds the cultivators to reach their mission destinations within three months.

Ch. 219Spirit Jade Pavilion

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Cheng Buzheng and Jiang Fugui meet outside the Guard Hall.
  • Jiang Fugui invites Cheng Buzheng to Sea Suppressing City, claiming he has enough Spirit Stones.
  • They visit the Spirit Jade Pavilion, where Mortal Cultivators buy stones that might contain valuable Spirit Jade.
  • Jiang Fugui buys two stones, spending over two thousand Spirit Stones.

Character Developments

  • Jiang Fugui: Initially appears wealthy and confident, but later reveals he doesn't have many Spirit Stones. He's determined and takes risks to improve his cultivation.
  • Cheng Buzheng: Remains calm and collected throughout. He's cautious and gives practical advice to Jiang Fugui.

Significant Themes

  • Luck vs. Caution: Jiang Fugui represents the former, trying his luck at finding valuable Spirit Jade, while Cheng Buzheng represents the latter, advising against it.
  • Wealth and Status: The Spirit Jade Pavilion caters to cultivators with significant wealth, highlighting the importance of resources in the cultivation world.

Character Interactions

  • Cheng Buzheng and Jiang Fugui: Cheng Buzheng is hesitant to accompany Jiang Fugui to Sea Suppressing City due to the cost. He later advises Jiang Fugui against gambling on Spirit Jade, showing concern for his martial brother's well-being. Jiang Fugui, however, is determined to take risks to improve his cultivation.

Ch. 220Spirit Jade God-Restricting Stone

Summary

Key Plot Points/Events

  • Cheng Buzheng enters the second floor of the Spirit Jade Pavilion, where Mortal Cultivators are gambling on Spirit Jade God-Restricting Stones.
  • Jiang Fugui bets on two stones, both of which initially seem like busts, but the second one shows promise.
  • A Foundation Establishment cultivator from the Hundred Treasures Pavilion offers to buy Jiang Fugui's stone for 5200 Spirit Stones.

Character Developments

  • Cheng Buzheng: Shows wisdom and restraint, not getting drawn into the gambling despite the allure of potential high rewards.
  • Jiang Fugui: Initially confident, becomes anxious and doubtful as his first stone proves to be a bust. Regains hope when his second stone shows promise.

Significant Themes

  • Greed and its consequences: Many cultivators are willing to risk significant resources for the chance of great reward, leading to both triumph and ruin.
  • Risk vs. Reward: Cheng Buzheng understands the nature of gambling and chooses not to participate due to the high risk involved.

Character Interactions

  • Cheng Buzheng and Jiang Fugui: Cheng Buzheng follows Jiang Fugui, observing his gambling and providing silent support.
  • Jiang Fugui and the Foundation Establishment cultivator: The cultivator from the Hundred Treasures Pavilion shows interest in buying Jiang Fugui's potentially valuable stone.
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