Chapter Summaries

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Huangfu Clan is in decline, and they need a Nascent Soul True Lord to emerge within a hundred years to prevent their destruction.
• Huangfu Yun is proposed to return to the clan, but some elders oppose his return.
• Huangfu Dian (Cheng Buzheng in disguise) disrupts the council meeting, killing everyone present with the Chaos Tribulation Array.
• Cheng Buzheng steals the Huangfu Clan's secret treasury and the Ancient Flood Dragon Blood Spirit Tree.

Character Developments

• Huangfu Jingquan, the First Elder, shows concern for the clan's future and wants to prevent its decline.
• Huangfu Yun is hailed as a "qilin prodigy" but is ultimately killed by Cheng Buzheng.
• Cheng Buzheng, disguised as Huangfu Dian, shows his ruthlessness and decisiveness in eliminating the Huangfu Clan.

Significant Themes

• Power struggle and ambition within the clan.
• The importance of a clan's foundation and resources for its survival.
• The consequences of underestimating one's enemies.

Character Interactions

• The clan elders and elders argue over the clan head position, revealing their ambitions and concerns.
• Cheng Buzheng, disguised as Huangfu Dian, interacts with the clan members only to eliminate them, showing no mercy.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Cheng Buzheng infiltrates the Huangfu Immortal Clan, slays its core members, and steals its inheritance.
• A Sea Suppressing Alliance Nascent Soul cultivator, Ji Longzi, arrives to investigate but finds the clan empty and its inheritance stolen.
• Cheng Buzheng, disguised as a Foundation Establishment cultivator, sends a Soul Puppet to investigate a Thousand-Year Azure Essence.

Character Developments

• Cheng Buzheng demonstrates his cunning, ruthlessness, and caution in planning and executing his heist.
• Ji Longzi shows his authority and power as a Nascent Soul cultivator but fails to prevent the theft or catch the culprit.
• The Huangfu Immortal Clan's cultivators are left in panic and disarray after the theft, leading to their eventual downfall.

Significant Themes

• The ruthless nature of the Cultivation World, where the strong prey on the weak.
• The importance of caution and preparation in cultivation, as seen in Cheng Buzheng's meticulous planning.
• The value of inheritance and foundation in cultivation, as demonstrated by the Huangfu Immortal Clan's downfall.

Character Interactions

• Cheng Buzheng interacts with the Huangfu Immortal Clan's cultivators only to deceive and eliminate them.
• Ji Longzi interacts with the remaining Huangfu Immortal Clan cultivators but fails to prevent their clan's demise.
• Cheng Buzheng sends a Soul Puppet to investigate the Thousand-Year Azure Essence, demonstrating his cautious approach to potential dangers.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Cheng Buzheng takes stock of the treasures obtained from the Huangfu Immortal Clan.
• Ji Longzi reports to his master, Venerable Zongbao, about the Huangfu Immortal Clan's demise and the search for 'An Lan.'
• Venerable Zongbao reveals that a great fortune was likely obtained within the Langya Ancient Tower and orders Ji Longzi to continue the search in secret.

Character Developments

• Cheng Buzheng: Realizes the immense value of the treasures he obtained and plans to use them for his breakthrough or exchange them later.
• Ji Longzi: Shows deference to his master and understands the significance of the 'An Lan' matter, knowing that an invincible one is about to emerge.
• Venerable Zongbao: Reveals her knowledge of the ancient secret and the potential benefits of the 'An Lan' matter, ordering Ji Longzi to continue the search in secret.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics and politics within the Cultivation World, with factions vying for influence and resources.
• The pursuit of cultivation and the desire for greater power, leading to both cooperation and conflict among cultivators.
• The potential consequences and benefits of an invincible one emerging in the Cultivation World.

Character Interactions

• Cheng Buzheng: Interacts with himself, taking inventory of the treasures and planning his next steps.
• Ji Longzi and Venerable Zongbao: Interact as master and disciple, with Ji Longzi reporting to his master and receiving her orders. Venerable Zongbao reveals her knowledge of the ancient secret and orders Ji Longzi to continue the search in secret.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Cheng Buzheng, using his Soul Puppet, travels through the Inner Sea to find the Thousand-Year Azure Essence.
• He encounters numerous cultivators and demons but avoids them using the Treasure Art [Spirit Firmament Green Lotus Eye].
• He reaches an island guarded by a powerful herd of Desolate Beasts, including several fourth-rank ones.
• Cheng Buzheng uses a plan involving bait (first-order Soul Puppet) and lures the Desolate Beasts away, then searches for the Azure Essence on the island.
• Meanwhile, a first-tier Soul Puppet, sent to control the Desolate Beasts, is devoured, and the beasts turn on each other and then towards another source of attraction.

Character Developments

• Cheng Buzheng demonstrates his cunning and strategic thinking in dealing with the Desolate Beasts and searching for the Azure Essence.
• The first-tier Soul Puppet shows initiative in executing Cheng Buzheng's plan but ultimately fails.

Significant Themes

• The danger and unpredictability of the Inner Sea.
• The power and ferocity of Desolate Beasts.
• The value of strategic planning and resourcefulness in overcoming challenges.

Character Interactions

• Cheng Buzheng interacts with various cultivators and demons during his journey but keeps his distance to avoid conflict.
• He communicates with his Soul Puppets, using them to execute his plans and gather information.
• The Desolate Beasts interact with each other in violent, territorial ways, turning on one another and the Soul Puppet when driven mad by the blood-colored rune's fluctuations.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Cheng Buzheng retrieves a chunk of bluestone containing a pale cyan spirit light from a Soul Puppet.
• He retrieves ten Storage Bags containing fourth-rank Desolate Beasts' corpses from other Soul Puppets.
• The Sea Suppressing Alliance conducts a large-scale search in the Luminous Sea Region.
• Cheng Buzheng returns to Immortal Alliance City and delays Fudao Hall's reopening.
• He rents a Grade C Cave Mansion on Immortal Mansion Spirit Mountain using his Supervision Envoy identity.

Character Developments

• Cheng Buzheng demonstrates his prudence and foresight in arranging safeguards and retrieving the Desolate Beasts' corpses.
• True Lord Mingxiang shows her overbearing might and tyrannical methods while conducting the search.
• Cheng Buzheng considers the implications of his identities and decides to keep Fudao Hall hidden.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics between cultivators and the consequences of defying authority (e.g., the Sea Suppressing Alliance's reaction to Huangfu Dian's actions).
• The importance of prudence and foresight in cultivators' actions.
• The potential dangers of exposing one's background or identity in the Cultivation World.

Character Interactions

• Cheng Buzheng interacts with Cheng Liu, updating him on the family's affairs and offering suggestions.
• Cheng Buzheng interacts with the cultivator handling Cave Mansion rentals, who shows deference due to his Supervision Envoy identity.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Cheng Buzheng attempts to break through to the Nascent Soul Realm using a Primordial Ruyi Pill and Thousand-Year Azure Essence.
• A grand heavenly phenomenon, [Starry Sky Illuminates the World], appears during his breakthrough, signifying his profound foundations and potential for Spirit Transformation.
• Despite the impressive phenomenon, Cheng Buzheng's breakthrough fails, and he suffers severe injuries to his origin.

Character Developments

• Cheng Buzheng: Attempts to break through to the Nascent Soul Realm, demonstrating his ambition and determination. His failure shows his resilience and willingness to retry.
• Chu Daofeng: Shows concern for Cheng Buzheng's well-being and is willing to help him recover from his injuries. He also expresses worry for his grandfather's safety during a mission to the Forbidden Sea.
• Hall Master Chu: Plans to leave for the Forbidden Sea on an Immortal Alliance mission. He shows concern for Chu Daofeng's cultivation progress and advises him to be more respectful toward the incoming Vice Hall Master, Zhao Han.

Significant Themes

• Ambition and determination in cultivation, as shown by Cheng Buzheng's attempt to break through to the Nascent Soul Realm.
• The consequences of failure and the importance of resilience, demonstrated by Cheng Buzheng's severe injuries and his likely need to retry his breakthrough.
• The importance of mentorship and guidance, as shown by Hall Master Chu's advice to Chu Daofeng and his concern for his cultivation progress.

Character Interactions

• Hall Master Chu and Chu Daofeng: The grandfather-grandson duo discuss Cheng Buzheng's breakthrough attempt, Hall Master Chu's upcoming mission, and Chu Daofeng's future cultivation plans.
• Cheng Buzheng and Chu Daofeng: Though not directly interacting in this chapter, their friendship is implied through Chu Daofeng's concern for Cheng Buzheng's well-being and his willingness to help him recover from his injuries.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Cheng Buzheng attempts to breakthrough to the Nascent Soul Realm after refining the [Primordial Ruyi Pill], which heals his injuries but doesn't replenish his origin.
• He uses the [Marrow Source Mother Grass] to prepare for his breakthrough.
• He sets up the [Spirit Thunder Purgatory Array] and fills the Blood Crystal Pool with spirit blood for his breakthrough.
• Cheng Buzheng successfully opens a special acupoint and begins absorbing spirit blood essence.

Character Developments

• Cheng Buzheng's cultivation improves, and he gains a deeper connection with his Life-Bound Magic Treasures.
• He understands the difficulty of reaching the "man and treasure as one" realm and the importance of having sufficient magic power for escape.

Significant Themes

• The dangers and challenges of cultivation breakthroughs.
• The importance of preparation and resources for successful advancements.
• The power and significance of Life-Bound Magic Treasures.

Character Interactions

• No significant interactions occur in this chapter as Cheng Buzheng focuses on his solitary breakthrough attempt.

Summary of "Nascent Soul (Part 2)"

Key Plot Points and Events

• Cheng Buzheng successfully absorbs the essence of the Blood Crystal Pool and prepares for his breakthrough to the Nascent Soul realm.
• He triggers the transformation of his Golden Core, releasing vast spiritual qi and Magic Power.
• After a ten-year period, Cheng Buzheng successfully breaks through to the Nascent Soul realm, causing a massive celestial omen above Immortal Mansion Spirit Mountain.

Character Developments

• Cheng Buzheng: He demonstrates immense patience and preparation for his breakthrough, showing his determination and seriousness. His successful breakthrough confirms his exceptional cultivation prowess.

Significant Themes

• Preparation and Patience: Cheng Buzheng's years of accumulation and meticulous preparation highlight the importance of patience and thoroughness in cultivation.
• Cultivation Breakthroughs: The chapter emphasizes the rarity and magnitude of a Nascent Soul realm breakthrough, illustrating the challenges and rewards of cultivation progress.

Character Interactions

• While Cheng Buzheng is the primary focus, the chapter also includes discussions among cultivators in Immortal Alliance City about Cheng Buzheng's breakthrough. These interactions highlight the impact of Cheng Buzheng's actions on the cultivation world and the curiosity and awe his breakthrough inspires.
• Zhao Han, the Deputy Hall Master of the Supervision Hall, is mentioned. His thoughts reveal his jealousy and desire to sabotage Cheng Buzheng but also his fear of the rules enforced by Spirit Transformation Venerables, preventing him from acting.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ten years pass, and a Nascent Soul True Lord is about to emerge in Immortal Alliance City.
• Cheng Buzheng successfully breaks through to the Nascent Soul Realm, causing a massive display of starlight and pressure.
• He demonstrates his new domain, capable of controlling an area of a thousand li, and tests his Treasure Body's strength.

Character Developments

• Cheng Buzheng advances to the Nascent Soul Realm, gaining significant power increases and new abilities.
• He realizes the importance of resources for further cultivation and plans for his future advancement.

Significant Themes

• The power and limitations of cultivators at different realms.
• The importance of resources and cultivation techniques for advancement.
• The vastness and interconnectedness of the cultivation world.

Character Interactions

• Cheng Buzheng interacts with no other characters in this chapter, focusing solely on his own cultivation and newfound powers.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Cheng Buzheng, now at Nascent Soul Early Stage, deduces and optimizes his cultivation technique, the [Chaos Starry Sky Sutra], to the fourth-order high-grade (ultimate) level.
• He spends half a year restoring his Magic Power to peak condition using the new cultivation technique.
• Cheng Buzheng begins cultivating the fourth-grade divine ability, [Cosmic Pole Escape], successfully completing it.

Character Developments

• Cheng Buzheng demonstrates his dedication and patience in cultivating and optimizing his techniques, showing his determination to improve his power.
• He displays his understanding of the cultivation world's resources and politics by choosing to stay in the C-Grade Cave Mansion to avoid trouble.

Significant Themes

• The importance of cultivation techniques and their Nascent Soul Breathing Techniques in a cultivator's progress.
• The scarcity and value of high-grade resources in the cultivation world.
• The political and social dynamics of the cultivation world.

Character Interactions

• There are no significant character interactions in this chapter as Cheng Buzheng is in secluded cultivation.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Cheng Buzheng, after recovering from his divine sense depletion, deduces several divine abilities to the fourth-grade level, including [One Sword Tilts the Heavens] and [Heart Spirit Divine Eye].
• He also deduces the Soul Puppet blueprint to the fourth-order high-grade level, but finds the required materials too precious and decides not to pursue it.
• Cheng Buzheng then deduces the Pure Yang Purple Qi Technique and Spirit Blood Nascent Soul Transformation Technique to aid future breakthroughs, but the success rates are disappointingly low.

Character Developments

• Cheng Buzheng's divine sense and cultivation have improved, allowing him to deduce more divine abilities and secret techniques.
• He becomes more confident in his abilities and resources, no longer being as cautious about Spirit Stones as he was in the past.

Significant Themes

• The power of divine abilities and secret techniques, and their limitations.
• The importance of resources and preparation for future breakthroughs.
• The value of knowledge and guidance from others, hinted at Cheng Buzheng's plan to seek True Lord Mingxiang's advice.

Character Interactions

• Cheng Buzheng interacts with himself through his Nascent Soul figure, deducing divine abilities and secret techniques.
• There are no interactions with other characters in this chapter.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Cheng Buzheng completes his Closed-door Meditation, mastering his new divine abilities and refining a defensive magic treasure, the Mystic Sun Pearl.
• He decides to deduce the blueprint for a fourth-tier high-grade Teleportation Array Disk.
• After completing the deduction, he decides to exchange his Desolate Beasts and other treasures for Contribution Points to obtain Heavenly and Earthly Rarities, but decides to wait until he has a higher status in the Immortal Alliance.
• Little Roar ends Cheng Buzheng's Closed-door Meditation, demanding Spirit Pills.

Character Developments

• Cheng Buzheng demonstrates his meticulous planning and patience, first deducing and mastering his divine abilities, then refining a magic treasure, and finally deciding to wait for a better opportunity to exchange his treasures for Contribution Points.
• Little Roar shows its loyalty and impatience, standing guard for Cheng Buzheng during his Closed-door Meditation and immediately demanding Spirit Pills upon his emergence.

Significant Themes

• The importance of patience and planning in cultivation and decision-making.
• The value of loyalty and the consequences of impatience, as seen in Little Roar's behavior.

Character Interactions

• Cheng Buzheng interacts with Little Roar, showing a mix of patience and sternness. He acknowledges Little Roar's loyalty but also maintains his authority, refusing to immediately refine Spirit Pills.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Cheng Buzheng, now a Nascent Soul cultivator, receives numerous invitations from factions in Immortal Alliance City, offering gifts and alliances.
• Ancestor Zhong of the White Cloud Sect visits Cheng Buzheng, inviting him to return to the sect and hold a 'Nascent Soul Grand Ceremony.'
• Cheng Buzheng declines, citing his position in the Supervision Hall and the potential envy from other sects.
• Ancestor Zhong gifts Cheng Buzheng the White Cloud Sect's guardian divine ability, [Dragon-Capturing Hand], as a congratulatory gift.

Character Developments

• Cheng Buzheng: Shows political acumen by declining Ancestor Zhong's invitation, understanding the sect's limitations, and accepting the divine ability gift.
• Ancestor Zhong: Shows ambition for the White Cloud Sect's growth, attempting to secure Cheng Buzheng's return, and understanding the value of a Nascent Soul cultivator's allegiance.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and alliances within the Cultivation World.
• The value of Nascent Soul cultivators and the resources required for their cultivation.
• The unspoken understanding and shared tacit agreement between cultivators.

Character Interactions

• Cheng Buzheng and Ancestor Zhong: Their conversation reveals their respective ambitions and understanding of the sect's limitations, leading to a mutual agreement that benefits both parties.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Cheng Buzheng, now a Nascent Soul cultivator, seeks guidance from Ancestor Zhong, a tool spirit, about the Nascent Soul Realm.
• They discuss for three days, with Ancestor Zhong sharing his knowledge freely.
• Cheng Buzheng asks about breakthrough-assisting secret arts, leading to a discussion about their limitations.
• Ancestor Zhong shares a rumor about a divine ability that could assist a Nascent Soul cultivator's breakthrough, but warns against seeking shortcuts.
• Cheng Buzheng learns about Seal Boundary Island and the Forbidden Sea, and their connection to Desolate Beasts and the Purgatory Race.

Character Developments

• Cheng Buzheng: He has broken through to the Nascent Soul Realm and is eager to learn more about it. He is curious and inquisitive, asking Ancestor Zhong about various aspects of Nascent Soul cultivation and breakthroughs.
• Ancestor Zhong: He is knowledgeable and willing to share his wisdom with Cheng Buzheng. He is patient and understanding, knowing that Cheng Buzheng may not fully grasp the implications of his warnings.

Significant Themes

• The limitations of secret arts and formations in assisting Nascent Soul breakthroughs.
• The dangers of seeking shortcuts in cultivation.
• The origins of Desolate Beasts and the Forbidden Sea, and the consequences of the Purgatory Race's emergence.

Character Interactions

• Cheng Buzheng and Ancestor Zhong: They engage in a mentor-mentee dynamic, with Ancestor Zhong sharing his knowledge and Cheng Buzheng asking insightful questions. Their interaction is respectful and informative, with Ancestor Zhong treating Cheng Buzheng as a junior brother and Cheng Buzheng treating Ancestor Zhong as a martial brother.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Cheng Buzheng learns about the true nature of Seal Boundary Island's missions and the danger of the Forbidden Sea.
• He discovers that the White Cloud Sect's sect-protecting divine ability, [Dragon-Capturing Hand], has been altered and contains a hidden hand.
• Cheng Buzheng visits the task hall of the Supervision Hall and sees a mission related to Little Roar. He also sees missions to Seal Boundary Island and a trade listing for a B-Grade Cave Mansion.
• He finds Tong Lei's name removed from the Heavenly Dao Pursuit Order.

Character Developments

• Cheng Buzheng becomes more cautious and strategic, understanding the hidden dangers in the Cultivation World.
• He decides to hide Little Roar more carefully and considers a plan to handle the mission related to the Thunder Roar Beast.

Significant Themes

• The hidden dangers and pitfalls in the Cultivation World.
• The value of information, secrets, and hidden hands in the Cultivation World.
• The importance of caution and strategic planning in the face of potential threats.

Character Interactions

• Cheng Buzheng interacts with Ancestor Zhong, who reveals the truth about Seal Boundary Island and the Forbidden Sea.
• He meets with Chu Daofeng, who cannot help him secure a B-Grade Cave Mansion but shares insights on breaking through.
• Cheng Buzheng visits the task hall and sees other Nascent Soul Cultivators, but they keep their distance from him.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Cheng Buzheng spends seven days in the Myriad Law Hall, collecting clone spells and Treasure Arts.
• He exchanges low-grade Spiritual Items for Spirit Stones and returns to his Cave Mansion.
• Cheng Buzheng deduces a clone divine ability, but it doesn't meet his expectations due to its flaws.

Character Developments

• Cheng Buzheng demonstrates his profound cultivation and knowledge by browsing through various cultivation methods and secret arts.
• He shows his meticulousness and foresight in preparing for potential dangers and flaws in his divine abilities.

Significant Themes

• The pursuit of perfection and the challenges in achieving it, as seen in Cheng Buzheng's strive for an ideal clone divine ability.
• The importance of understanding and mitigating potential risks and dangers, reflected in Cheng Buzheng's precautions against self-aware avatars and origin loss.

Character Interactions

• Cheng Buzheng interacts with cultivators at the Immortal Alliance Headquarters, who show him respect due to his profound cultivation.
• He doesn't interact with anyone directly in this chapter, as he's mainly focused on his own deductions and preparations.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The chapter is a New Year's greeting from the author (Little Daoist) to the readers (Fellow Daoists).
• No significant plot events occur; it's a standalone piece of goodwill.

Character Developments

• The author's character is revealed through their warm, hopeful, and slightly humorous tone.

Significant Themes

• Hope and Optimism: The author expresses wishes for joy, peace, happiness, and the fulfillment of desires in the new year.
• Community and Connection: The author includes all readers in their well-wishes, fostering a sense of community.
• Humility: The author uses self-deprecating humor, referring to themselves as "a single dog."

Character Interactions

• The author directly addresses the readers, creating an interactive and inclusive tone.
• No other characters are present or mentioned in this chapter.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Cheng Buzheng deduces a new clone divine ability, [Myriad Transformation Dao Body], using the Small Plate.
• He cultivates this divine ability, which requires immense spiritual and physical toll.
• After a month of recovery, he completes the final step of condensing his incarnation.

Character Developments

• Cheng Buzheng demonstrates his determination and resilience in cultivating a new divine ability despite the risks and difficulties.
• He shows his strategic thinking in exchanging resources for potential future needs, like the [Ten-Thousand-Year Heavenly Milk].

Significant Themes

• The dangers and challenges of creating and cultivating new divine abilities.
• The importance of strategic planning and resource management in cultivation.

Character Interactions

• Cheng Buzheng interacts with the Nascent Soul manifestation of his spiritual consciousness, which plays a crucial role in cultivating the divine ability.
• There are no other character interactions in this chapter.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The chapter takes place on the second day of the Lunar New Year.
• The protagonist, Little Daoist, decides to take a day off from his usual activities due to the holiday and his fellow Daoists being preoccupied with family visits or leisure.

Character Developments

• Little Daoist shows a more relaxed and casual side, prioritizing rest and leisure over his usual duties.

Significant Themes

• The importance of rest and balance in one's life, even for those with responsibilities.
• The influence of cultural traditions (Lunar New Year) on daily life.

Character Interactions

• Little Daoist doesn't interact with any other characters in this chapter, as they are all busy with their own activities.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Cheng Buzheng creates an avatar using a fourth-grade divine ability, which possesses the power of first-grade divine abilities but cannot cultivate.
• Cheng Buzheng and Yuan Ming meet with Venerable Tianzhao, who initially shows interest in Cheng Buzheng's recent breakthrough but later turns cold.
• Cheng Buzheng collects his reward from the Contribution Hall, while Yuan Ming receives a reward from Venerable Tianzhao for providing the secret technique.
• Venerable Tianzhao meets with Zhou An True Lord, his disciple, and discusses the events on Long Snake Island and the search for An Lan.

Character Developments

• Cheng Buzheng: Shows audacity and recklessness in creating an avatar with powerful divine abilities. He maintains a low profile and caution when dealing with Venerable Tianzhao.
• Yuan Ming: Reveals his true cultivation level and origins to Venerable Tianzhao. He shows eagerness to receive rewards for his contribution.
• Venerable Tianzhao: Initially interested in Cheng Buzheng, he later turns cold and focuses on rewarding Yuan Ming for the secret technique. He shows concern for the balance of the Cultivation World and the search for An Lan.
• Zhou An True Lord: Maintains a wooden expression and reveals that he investigated the matter of Zhao Han but found no substantive evidence. He shows a lack of enthusiasm for the task.

Significant Themes

• Power and Status: The Cultivation World is hierarchical, with the weak being prey to the strong. Cheng Buzheng and Yuan Ming show deference to Venerable Tianzhao due to his immense power and status.
• Fortune and Opportunity: Cheng Buzheng's fortune is mentioned multiple times, with Venerable Tianzhao commenting on his good fortune in saving Nascent Soul Cultivators. Yuan Ming also sees his opportunity in receiving rewards from Venerable Tianzhao.
• Investigation and Evidence: The search for An Lan and the investigation into Zhao Han's actions highlight the importance of evidence and thorough investigation in the Cultivation World.

Character Interactions

• Cheng Buzheng and Yuan Ming: They work together to present the secret technique to Venerable Tianzhao, with Cheng Buzheng showing caution and Yuan Ming showing eagerness.
• Venerable Tianzhao and Zhou An True Lord: They discuss the events on Long Snake Island and the search for An Lan, with Venerable Tianzhao showing dissatisfaction with the lack of progress. Zhou An True Lord shows a lack of enthusiasm for the task.