Ch. 21Immortal Herbs / Dissociative Identity Disorder …
Key Plot Points and Events
- Qian Xunji, the Pope of Martial Soul Hall, takes Kai to Fasinuo Intermediate Soul Master Academy.
- Qian Xunji uses a little girl, Dugu Yan, to threaten her grandfather, Poison Douluo Dugu Bo, to gain access to his immortal herb garden.
- Qian Xunji brings along Bian Que, the Alchemist King, to harvest the immortal herbs.
Character Developments
- Qian Xunji exhibits his cunning and manipulative side by using Dugu Yan to control her grandfather.
- Dugu Bo, despite his power, is forced to comply to save his granddaughter.
- Bian Que shows his expertise in herbal knowledge and his disinterest in Qian Xunji's antics.
- Kai successfully enrolls in Fasinuo Intermediate Soul Master Academy.
Significant Themes
- Power dynamics and manipulation: Qian Xunji uses his position and a hostage to control Dugu Bo.
- The value of immortal herbs: They are sought after for their medicinal properties and rarity.
- The consequences of one's choices: Some choices, while seemingly wrong, are the only viable options (as seen in Bian Que's thoughts about soul masters' paths).
Character Interactions
- Qian Xunji and Dugu Bo: Qian Xunji manipulates Dugu Bo, while Dugu Bo is forced to comply to protect his granddaughter.
- Qian Xunji and Bian Que: Qian Xunji tries to interact with Bian Que, but Bian Que ignores him, focusing on his task.
- Kai and the Nuoding Academy Dean: Kai enrolls in Fasinuo Academy with the Dean's recommendation, securing future benefits for the Dean.