Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhang Su learns about the conflict between the First Branch (led by his eldest brother, Zhang Chen, and sister-in-law, Su Zhenzhen) and the Third Branch of the Su Family, who want to control the family business.
• Zhang Chen and Su Qianhe (Third Branch) have a dispute over the Su Family's business, with the Third Branch wanting to hand over the escort business to the Jiang Family.
• Zhang Chen assures Su Zhenzhen that he has a plan to protect the cargo, and she supports him, reaffirming the First Branch's control over the business.

Character Developments

• Zhang Chen: Shows competence in managing the Su Family business, maintaining a calm and composed demeanor despite the conflict.
• Su Zhenzhen: Demonstrates strong support for her husband, Zhang Chen, and maintains her authority as the eldest daughter of the Su Family.
• Su Qianhe: Shows ambition and willingness to challenge the First Branch's control over the family business.
• Su Mulan: Exhibits arrogance and entitlement, expecting special treatment due to her betrothal to Jiang Cheng.

Significant Themes

• Power struggle within the family: The conflict between the First and Third Branches revolves around control of the Su Family business.
• Trust and support: Su Zhenzhen's unwavering support for Zhang Chen highlights the importance of trust in their relationship and in managing the family business.

Character Interactions

• Zhang Chen and Su Zhenzhen: Their interaction showcases a harmonious and supportive relationship, with Su Zhenzhen deferring to Zhang Chen's judgment in business matters.
• Su Qianhe and Su Mulan: Their interaction reveals the Third Branch's ambition and willingness to challenge the First Branch's authority.
• Zhang Chen and Zhang Su: Although not present in this chapter, their relationship is implied to be close, as Zhang Su expresses concern for his eldest brother's well-being in the Su Family.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhang Su returns to the Su Family, causing tension with Su Mulan.
• Su Mulan insults Zhang Su, leading him to draw his sword and cut a lock of her hair as a warning.
• The Su Family decides to wait for the Zhenyuan Escort Agency's return before resolving the issue.

Character Developments

• Zhang Su demonstrates his martial arts prowess and assertiveness, surprising the Su Family.
• Su Mulan shows her impulsiveness and lack of self-control, further straining her relationship with Zhang Su.

Significant Themes

• The importance of family and honor in the Su Family's dynamics.
• The power dynamics between the main branch and the third branch of the Su Family.
• The role of martial prowess in determining respect and status.

Character Interactions

• Zhang Su and Su Mulan's hostile interaction highlights the tension between them.
• Su Zhenzhen's intervention shows her loyalty to her husband and the main branch, but also her disapproval of Su Mulan's behavior.
• The Su Family guards' reaction to Zhang Su's swordsmanship reveals their respect for martial prowess and their fear of his skill.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhang Su returns to the Su Family and reunites with his brother, Zhang Chen, who has matured and is now the person in charge of the First Branch.
• The Su Family is hosting a full-month banquet for Hutou, attracting many important guests, including the Third Branch and the Jiang Family.
• Jiang Cheng, the Qilin Child of the Jiang Family and a martial arts genius, challenges Zhang Su to a spar, using it as an opportunity to cause trouble for the First Branch.

Character Developments

• Zhang Chen has grown significantly, taking on the responsibilities of the First Branch and handling the Su Family's business affairs. He is happy about Zhang Su's success in the Guiyuan Sect but doesn't mention his own hardships.
• Zhang Su is more mature and confident, understanding his brother's situation and showing concern for his well-being. He also demonstrates his resolve by accepting Jiang Cheng's challenge.
• Jiang Cheng is portrayed as an arrogant and confident martial arts genius, looking down on Zhang Su and the Su Family.

Significant Themes

• The conflict between the First and Third Branches of the Su Family escalates, with the Third Branch using the Jiang Family's influence to cause trouble at the banquet.
• The pride and arrogance of martial artists, as seen through Jiang Cheng's behavior and Zhang Su's response to his challenge.

Character Interactions

• Zhang Su and Zhang Chen reunite, with Zhang Chen expressing his pride in Zhang Su's accomplishments and Zhang Su showing concern for his brother's well-being.
• Zhang Su and Jiang Cheng have a tense exchange, with Jiang Cheng challenging Zhang Su to a spar and Zhang Su accepting, setting the stage for a potential conflict.
• Su Zhenzhen and Su Mulan have a confrontation, with Su Zhenzhen trying to protect Zhang Su and Su Mulan supporting Jiang Cheng's actions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhang Su and Jiang Cheng have a martial arts duel.
• Zhang Su defeats Jiang Cheng with a single strike, demonstrating his exceptional skill.
• Jiang Cheng admits defeat and leaves the Su Family.
• Su Qianhe puts Su Mulan under house arrest until she is married off to the Jiang Family.
• The Third Branch apologizes and pays three thousand taels of silver to the First Branch as compensation.

Character Developments

• Zhang Su proves himself to be a formidable martial artist, earning respect and envy from others.
• Jiang Cheng experiences his first defeat, acknowledging Zhang Su's skill without humiliation.
• Su Mulan faces the consequences of her actions, being placed under house arrest.
• Su Qianhe shows decisiveness and ruthlessness in handling his sister's situation.
• Su Zhenzhen demonstrates her influence and authority within the Su Family.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics within the Su Family and the impact of Zhang Su's martial prowess on them.
• The consequences of Su Mulan's actions and the shift in her status within the family.
• The importance of martial arts skill and its influence on respect and status in society.

Character Interactions

• Zhang Su and Jiang Cheng's duel showcases their skill and determination.
• Su Qianhe and Su Zhenzhen's interaction highlights the power dynamics between the First and Third Branches.
• Su Mulan's interaction with her brother, Su Qianhe, reveals his decision to put her under house arrest.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Su Family's banquet proceeds smoothly.
• News spreads about the Zhenyuan Escort Agency's return, escorting dozens of bandit corpses, including the notorious Feitian Ridge leader He Xiongfei.
• Li He, the head of the Zhenyuan Escort Agency, arrives at the Su Family, revealing that Zhang Su, not the escort agency, wiped out the Feitian Ridge bandits.

Character Developments

• Zhang Chen: Becomes more sociable and eloquent due to his joy over the safe return of the Su Family's cargo.
• Zhang Su: Remains reticent but reveals his extraordinary martial prowess, shocking the Su Family and Li He.
• Li He: Realizes the extent of Zhang Su's strength and expresses gratitude for his intervention.

Significant Themes

• The power of martial arts and its impact on society.
• The importance of reputation and public image in business, as seen in the Zhenyuan Escort Agency's return.
• The Su Family's growing awareness of Zhang Su's capabilities and potential.

Character Interactions

• Zhang Chen and Zhang Su: Zhang Chen's pride and joy in his brother's accomplishments become evident.
• Zhang Su and Li He: They share a mutual respect, with Li He acknowledging Zhang Su's strength and Zhang Su appreciating Li He's straightforwardness.
• The Su Family and Zhang Su: The family begins to recognize Zhang Su's true potential and the extent of his martial prowess.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Su Family investigates the bandit attack and discovers it's orchestrated by the Wei Family, aiming to seize their wealth.
• Zhang Su reaches 200 strands of blood energy, the threshold for top-tier Outer Sect disciples.
• The Su Family decides to sponsor Zhang Su as an Inner Sect disciple to counter the Wei Family's threat.

Character Developments

• Zhang Su: Reaches a significant milestone in his cultivation and gains the trust and support of his family.
• Su Zhenzhen: Shows her strategic thinking and generosity by offering a first-tier sponsorship to Zhang Su.
• Zhang Chen: Demonstrates his resolve and trust in his younger brother.

Significant Themes

• Family bonds and trust.
• Cultivation and its importance in societal power dynamics.
• The consequences of ambition and greed (the Wei Family's actions).

Character Interactions

• Zhang Su, Zhang Chen, and Su Zhenzhen discuss the Wei Family's threat and Zhang Su's sponsorship.
• Zhang Su, Zhang Chen, and Su Mulan pay respects to their parents in Zhang Family Village.
• Jiang Cheng's unexpected visit to the Su Family's First Branch.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Lingchuan, head of the Jiang Family, visits the Su Family to propose an alliance through marriage, aiming to marry Zhang Lingyi (Zhang Su's younger sister) to Jiang Cheng.
• The reason behind this alliance is to protect the Jiang Family from the Wei Family, which has a powerful inner sect disciple of the Guiyuan Sect, Wei Yunzhou.
• Zhang Su is invited to the Jiang Family estate to choose a martial art from their Armory.

Character Developments

• Jiang Cheng: Realizes Zhang Su's talent and acknowledges that his own talent is inferior to Wei Yunzhou's.
• Zhang Su: Shows understanding and respect for Jiang Cheng's talent and acknowledges Wei Yunzhou's exceptional abilities.
• Zhang Lingyi: Reveals she has already met Jiang Cheng and is fond of him.

Significant Themes

• Talent and its importance in the martial path.
• Alliances and marriages as political strategies to protect and strengthen families.
• The pressure and threats posed by powerful enemies like the Wei Family and Wei Yunzhou.

Character Interactions

• Zhang Su and Jiang Cheng: They acknowledge each other's talents and form a friendly bond, with Jiang Cheng leading Zhang Su to the Jiang Family Armory.
• Zhang Chen, Zhang Su, and Zhang Lingyi: The siblings discuss and agree on the marriage alliance, with Zhang Lingyi expressing her feelings for Jiang Cheng.
• Jiang Lingchuan and Zhang Chen: They discuss the alliance, with Jiang Lingchuan proposing the marriage and Zhang Chen agreeing on behalf of his family.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhang Su explores the Jiang Family Armory, finding 10,000 martial arts manuals, with eight having over 90% compatibility for him.
• He decides to spar with Jiang Family disciples practicing these techniques to bring them to perfection within a day before returning to the Guiyuan Sect.

Character Developments

• Zhang Su: Demonstrates his exceptional talent and determination to master multiple martial arts quickly.
• Jiang Cheng: Shows support for Zhang Su's request, arranging for Jiang Family disciples to spar with him.

Significant Themes

• Talent: Zhang Su's extraordinary talent is further highlighted as he aims to perfect eight martial arts in a single day.
• Ambition: Zhang Su's ambition to improve his skills quickly is evident in his decision to 'grind' his compatibility value and reach perfection through combat.

Character Interactions

• Zhang Su and Jiang Cheng: They maintain a friendly relationship, with Jiang Cheng assisting Zhang Su in his request.
• Zhang Su and Jiang Family disciples: Zhang Su challenges them to sparring matches to help him perfect his martial arts.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhang Su returns to the Guiyuan Sect after his successful trip down the mountain.
• He finds his fellow disciples, Du Tian, Zhao Feng, and Chu Dachuan, injured in their living quarters.
• Zhang Su realizes that they have been attacked and decides to investigate.

Character Developments

• Zhang Su: Shows concern and determination to protect his fellow disciples.
• Du Tian, Zhao Feng, and Chu Dachuan: Injured and in a weakened state, hinting at a recent attack.

Significant Themes

• Loyalty and camaraderie among disciples.
• The dangers and challenges faced by Outer Sect disciples.

Character Interactions

• Zhang Su expresses surprise and concern upon seeing his injured fellow disciples.
• The injured disciples' presence suggests a shared history and bond with Zhang Su.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhang Su returns to find his three disciples injured.
• They were attacked by unknown Outer Sect disciples, likely due to Zhang Su's intention to challenge the Top Ten Outer Sect Disciples.
• Zhang Su rewards his disciples with silver notes for their hard work and sends them to exchange for Blood Qi Pills.
• Chu Dachuan and Zhao Feng are intercepted by Liang Zitao, who attempts to steal their bag of Blood Replenishing Pills.
• Zhang Su arrives and confronts Liang Zitao.

Character Developments

• Zhang Su: Shows concern for his disciples' well-being and rewards them for their efforts. He remains calm and composed despite the situation.
• Chu Dachuan, Zhao Feng, and Du Tian: Display loyalty and diligence in serving Zhang Su. They are injured but determined to help him.
• Liang Zitao: Reveals his greedy and cowardly nature, prioritizing his own gain over potential consequences.

Significant Themes

• Loyalty and Reward: Zhang Su rewards his disciples for their hard work, demonstrating the theme of loyalty being rewarded.
• Greed and Consequences: Liang Zitao's actions highlight the theme of greed leading to negative consequences.
• Power Dynamics: The incident underscores the power dynamics within the sect, with those higher in the rankings holding more influence.

Character Interactions

• Zhang Su interacts with his disciples, showing concern and appreciation for their efforts.
• Zhang Su confronts Liang Zitao, demonstrating his authority and willingness to protect his disciples.
• Liang Zitao interacts with Chu Dachuan and Zhao Feng, revealing his greedy and cowardly nature.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhang Su, using his Light Shadow Killing Sword, disarms Liang Zitao and his followers.
• Zhang Su challenges Liang Zitao, who reveals that Luo Feng, the 10th-ranked Outer Sect disciple, is behind the recent troubles.
• Zhang Su decides to challenge Luo Feng in ten days.

Character Developments

• Zhang Su: Demonstrates his mastery of the Light Shadow Killing Sword, showing his confidence and determination to challenge Luo Feng.
• Liang Zitao: Reveals his fear of Zhang Su after being wounded, showing his lack of courage and backbone.
• Luo Feng: Implied to be anxious about protecting his position among the top ten disciples, resorting to underhanded tactics.

Significant Themes

• Strength and Power: Zhang Su's mastery of the Light Shadow Killing Sword and his decision to challenge Luo Feng highlight the importance of strength and power in the sect.
• Ambition: Zhang Su's desire to challenge Luo Feng and improve his own strength showcases his ambition.
• Fear and Courage: Liang Zitao's fear of Zhang Su contrasts with Zhang Su's courage in challenging Luo Feng.

Character Interactions

• Zhang Su vs. Liang Zitao: Zhang Su demonstrates his superiority over Liang Zitao, both in strength and courage.
• Zhang Su vs. Luo Feng: Zhang Su's decision to challenge Luo Feng sets up a potential conflict between the two characters.
• Zhang Su and Chu Dachuan: Zhang Su entrusts Chu Dachuan with delivering his challenge letter to Luo Feng, showing trust in his junior brother.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhang Su challenges Luo Feng, the 10th ranked Outer Sect disciple, after ten days.
• All Outer Sect disciples are eagerly anticipating the battle.
• Zhang Su, with 304 strands of blood qi, is ready for the challenge.
• The battle takes place on the Life-Death Arena, where death and injury are allowed.

Character Developments

• Luo Feng: Struggled before to challenge the 9th ranked disciple and is tired of his 10th place ranking. He decides to go on a killing spree to intimidate challengers.
• Zhang Su: Calm and focused on cultivating, he has reached 304 strands of blood qi in just over a year. He is confident and composed before the challenge.

Significant Themes

• The importance of ranking among the top ten Outer Sect disciples.
• The significance of the Life-Death Arena battles.
• The anticipation and excitement surrounding the challenge.

Character Interactions

• Zhang Su and Luo Feng: They exchange words before the battle, with Zhang Su trying to provoke Luo Feng, while Luo Feng remains calm and confident.
• Outer Sect disciples: They are eagerly discussing and anticipating the battle, with some even betting on the outcome.
• Inner Sect disciples: Some have come to watch the battle, expressing interest in both Zhang Su's Light Shadow Killing Sword and Luo Feng's skills.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Luo Feng, one of the top ten Outer Sect disciples, draws his sword first against Zhang Su.
• Luo Feng's vital energy erupts, reaching 280 strands, and he uses the Chiyan Sword Technique at Perfection stage.
• Zhang Su reveals over 300 strands of vital energy, overwhelming Luo Feng's pressure.
• Zhang Su uses the Light Shadow Killing Sword at Perfection stage, striking Luo Feng without him realizing it, leading to his death.

Character Developments

• Luo Feng: Dies after underestimating Zhang Su and not realizing when he was struck.
• Zhang Su: Ascends to the rank of top ten Outer Sect disciples, demonstrating his mastery of the Light Shadow Killing Sword at Perfection stage.

Significant Themes

• The power of underestimation and underrating opponents.
• The importance of focus and awareness in combat.
• The deadly nature of the Life and Death Arena.

Character Interactions

• Luo Feng vs. Zhang Su: Luo Feng underestimates Zhang Su, leading to his death. Zhang Su remains calm and focused, using his superior vital energy and sword technique to defeat Luo Feng.
• The crowd: Reacts with shock and awe at Zhang Su's display of power and Luo Feng's death, realizing the true terror of Zhang Su's sword technique.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhang Su returns to find an Outer Sect deacon who informs him of his victory over Luo Feng and the subsequent benefits: moving to the tenth mountain peak, ten Blood Qi Pills monthly, 10% discount at the Trading Hall, and one-on-one martial arts instruction from an Internal Force elder.
• Zhang Su moves into Jinyu Peak and decides to focus on cultivating his blood energy to give birth to Internal Force.
• Gu Ying faces business troubles due to the Zhen Family in Baifeng Prefecture, and her friend Du Xianxian suggests a marriage alliance with Bai Jingchuan to resolve the issue.
• News arrives that Zhang Su has defeated and killed Luo Feng, becoming one of the Top Ten Outer Sect Disciples of the Guiyuan Sect.

Character Developments

• Zhang Su: Secures his position among the Top Ten Outer Sect Disciples, gains new benefits, and decides to focus on cultivating his blood energy to promote to the Inner Sect.
• Gu Ying: Struggles with the Gu Family's declining business, considers a marriage alliance to save the family, and is surprised and relieved by Zhang Su's success.

Significant Themes

• Cultivation and advancement in martial arts: Zhang Su's focus on cultivating his blood energy to give birth to Internal Force and become an Inner Sect disciple.
• Business and power struggles: Gu Family's decline and Gu Ying's attempts to save the family business, including the potential marriage alliance with Bai Jingchuan.
• Influence and connections: The importance of having influential backers, as seen in the Gu Family's funding of Outer Sect disciples and the Zhen Family's funding of two Guiyuan Sect disciples.

Character Interactions

• Zhang Su and his disciples: Zhang Su brings Chu Dachuan, Zhao Feng, and Du Tian to live at Jinyu Peak.
• Gu Ying and Du Xianxian: Gu Ying confides in her friend about the Gu Family's troubles, and Du Xianxian suggests a marriage alliance with Bai Jingchuan.
• Gu Ying and the servant: The servant brings news of Zhang Su's victory and promotion, which greatly relieves Gu Ying.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Gu Ying, the head of the Gu Family, sends three thousand taels of silver to congratulate Zhang Su for becoming one of the Top Ten Outer Sect Disciples of the Guiyuan Sect, expecting it to deter the Zhen Family.
• In Qingquan Prefecture, the Su Family receives news of Zhang Su's achievement, which greatly boosts their morale and confidence.
• Wei Yunzhou, an Inner Sect disciple, learns about Zhang Su and orders Bai Junze, the second-ranked Outer Sect Disciple, to eliminate him.

Character Developments

• Gu Ying: She acknowledges Zhang Su's power and uses it to her advantage to protect her family.
• Zhang Chen: He is overjoyed and proud of his younger brother's accomplishment, seeing it as a solution to the Su Family's problems.
• Wei Yunzhou: He views Zhang Su as a threat and dispatches Bai Junze to deal with him.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics: Zhang Su's new status brings respect and influence, while Wei Yunzhou's actions highlight the power struggle within the sect.
• Family and loyalty: The Su Family's joy and relief at Zhang Su's success show their loyalty and support for him.

Character Interactions

• Gu Ying and Du Xianxian: They discuss the Gu Family's troubles and the impact of Zhang Su's achievement.
• Zhang Chen and Su Zhenzhen: They share their excitement and hopes for the future with the news of Zhang Su's success.
• Wei Yunzhou and Lu Quan: They strategize about eliminating Zhang Su, showcasing their alliance and trust in each other.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhang Su, now a Top Ten Outer Sect Disciple, seeks guidance from Elder Shentu about blood energy limits and Internal Force.
• Elder Shentu explains the two human limits for blood energy (100 strands and 1000 strands) and the significance of the second limit break.
• Bai Junze, the second-ranked Outer Sect Disciple, receives a challenge from Lu Quan, an Inner Sect Disciple, to eliminate Zhang Su.

Character Developments

• Zhang Su: Becomes more determined to pursue the second limit break, despite its difficulty.
• Bai Junze: Decides to challenge Zhang Su before leaving for the Inner Sect, driven by his competitive nature and desire to improve.

Significant Themes

• Ambition and perseverance: Zhang Su's determination to push his limits despite the challenges.
• Competition and rivalry: Bai Junze's desire to prove himself and eliminate obstacles on his path to improvement.

Character Interactions

• Zhang Su and Elder Shentu: Zhang Su seeks guidance, and Elder Shentu shares valuable insights about blood energy limits and Internal Force.
• Bai Junze and Lu Quan: Lu Quan delivers a challenge from the Inner Sect's Wei Yunzhou, ordering Bai Junze to eliminate Zhang Su.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhang Su, after two days of cultivation, reaches 400 strands of blood qi, placing him among the top Outer Sect disciples.
• Bai Junze, ranked second among the ten great Outer Sect disciples, sends a challenge letter to Zhang Su through Lu Xiang.
• Zhang Su refuses to accept the challenge, leading to Lu Xiang's injury and Bai Junze's arrival at Jinyu Peak to "block the door".
• Zhang Su, aware of Bai Junze's strength and the possible involvement of Wei Yunzhou, decides to focus on cultivation instead of accepting the challenge immediately.

Character Developments

• Zhang Su: Shows maturity and strategic thinking by not accepting the challenge immediately and focusing on cultivation instead. He demonstrates his strength by injuring Lu Xiang with a single strike.
• Bai Junze: Reveals his "madman" persona by arriving at Jinyu Peak to "block the door", showing his determination and strength.
• Lu Xiang: Acts as a messenger and is injured by Zhang Su when he tries to threaten him.

Significant Themes

• Strength and Power: The characters' strength and power are emphasized, with Zhang Su's 400 strands of blood qi and Bai Junze's "madman" reputation being highlighted.
• Cultivation and Growth: Zhang Su's focus on cultivation despite the challenge from Bai Junze emphasizes the importance of personal growth and improvement.
• Conflict and Rivalry: The challenge from Bai Junze introduces conflict and rivalry between the top Outer Sect disciples, with Zhang Su's refusal to accept the challenge adding tension to the story.

Character Interactions

• Zhang Su and Lu Xiang: Zhang Su injures Lu Xiang after he tries to threaten him, showing Zhang Su's strength and disdain for threats.
• Zhang Su and Bai Junze: Their interaction is minimal, but Bai Junze's arrival at Jinyu Peak to "block the door" shows his determination to challenge Zhang Su.
• Zhang Su and his disciples (Chu Dachuan, Du Tian, Zhao Feng): Zhang Su warns them not to leave Jinyu Peak, showing his protective nature towards his disciples.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhang Su emerges from seclusion after over a month, having increased his blood energy to 744 wisps.
• Bai Junze, who has been waiting at the foot of Jinyu Peak, challenges Zhang Su to the Life and Death Arena.
• They both head to the Life and Death Arena, where a large crowd gathers to watch the fight.

Character Developments

• Zhang Su shows patience and determination by enduring seclusion for over a month and not engaging in the fight immediately.
• Bai Junze demonstrates his confidence and persistence by waiting at Jinyu Peak for over a month and provoking Zhang Su to fight.
• Zhang Su shows a strategic move by suggesting the Life and Death Arena, where Bai Junze can kill him openly and legitimately.

Significant Themes

• The theme of patience and endurance is shown through Zhang Su's seclusion and Bai Junze's wait at Jinyu Peak.
• The theme of confidence and overconfidence is explored through Bai Junze's belief in his invincibility and Zhang Su's decision to fight despite the risks.
• The theme of strategy and planning is evident in Zhang Su's suggestion to fight at the Life and Death Arena.

Character Interactions

• Zhang Su and Bai Junze's interaction is tense and filled with anticipation, with both showing determination to fight.
• The Outer Sect disciples show curiosity, anticipation, and disbelief in Zhang Su's decision to fight Bai Junze.
• Du Tian, Chu Dachuan, and Zhao Feng show loyalty and excitement in following Zhang Su and witnessing the fight.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Bai Junze, an Outer Sect disciple, challenges Zhang Su, ranked second in the sect, to a life-and-death arena duel.
• Bai Junze reveals his mastery of the peerless blade technique, Abi Hell Blade, displaying 680 strands of Blood Qi.
• Zhang Su counters with the Light Shadow Killing Sword, but Bai Junze's enhanced perception through Blood Qi allows him to block it.
• Zhang Su switches to the Triple Wave Sword Technique, erupting with 744 strands of Blood Qi, overwhelming Bai Junze's defenses.
• Despite Bai Junze's best efforts, he cannot withstand the force of Zhang Su's third wave, and his blade shatters.
• Zhang Su's sword strikes Bai Junze, killing him instantly.

Character Developments

• Bai Junze: Reveals his powerful cultivation and technique but ultimately falls to Zhang Su's might.
• Zhang Su: Demonstrates his growth and versatility in techniques, erupting with a vast amount of Blood Qi to overwhelm his opponent.

Significant Themes

• The power of Blood Qi and its influence on combat capabilities.
• The importance of adaptability and versatility in techniques.
• The impact of mental state and perception on combat.

Character Interactions

• Bai Junze and Zhang Su: Their duel highlights the disparity in their cultivation levels and the effectiveness of their techniques, leading to Bai Junze's defeat.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhang Su defeats and kills Bai Junze, the second-ranked disciple among the top ten of the Outer Sect, on the Life and Death Arena.
• Zhang Su's victory makes him the new second-ranked disciple, surpassing even the "freak" ranked first.
• Wei Yunzhou, an Inner Sect disciple, is enraged by Zhang Su's actions and seeks a way to eliminate him.
• Lu Quan, Wei Yunzhou's subordinate, suggests involving the "freak" Lu Tianqing, the top-ranked Outer Sect disciple, to deal with Zhang Su.
• Lu Tianqing, however, refuses to comply, displaying nine hundred strands of blood energy and sending Lu Quan away injured.

Character Developments

• Zhang Su's victory solidifies his status as a formidable Outer Sect disciple, with over seven hundred strands of blood energy.
• Wei Yunzhou's frustration and desperation grow as his plans to control the Outer Sect are threatened by Zhang Su.
• Lu Tianqing's obsession with breaking the cultivation limit is revealed, and he demonstrates his incredible strength with nine hundred strands of blood energy.

Significant Themes

• The pursuit of power and status within the Guiyuan Sect, leading to conflict and competition among its disciples.
• The consequences of underestimating one's opponents, as seen in Bai Junze's defeat and death.
• The struggle between ambition and obsession, as exemplified by Lu Tianqing's fixation on breaking the cultivation limit.

Character Interactions

• Zhang Su's interaction with his fellow Outer Sect disciples, who now view him with awe and fear.
• Wei Yunzhou's interaction with Lu Quan, demonstrating his frustration and desperation in dealing with Zhang Su.
• Lu Tianqing's interaction with Lu Quan, showcasing his arrogance and incredible strength, as well as his disdain for Wei Yunzhou's orders.