Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• The chapter takes place half a year after the Battle of Mingjing Nirvana.
• The Taku River town in southwestern Chenli is now home to Ascension Children, who possess extraordinary physical abilities.
• The children are playing and exercising in a cultivated forest of Evergreen Woods, demonstrating their agility and resilience.

Character Developments

• The Ascension Children are the focus of this chapter. They are shown to be adapting to their new bodies, growing stronger, and learning to control their abilities.
• One child, Azhi, is introduced. He is clumsy but resilient, and his peers tease him about his falls.

Significant Themes

• Adaptation and growth: The Ascension Children are learning to adapt to their new bodies and grow stronger.
• New world order: The children represent a new generation, unburdened by the prejudices of the old world, and are being educated in a new social model.
• Resilience and perseverance: Despite their falls and setbacks, the children pick themselves up and continue playing and learning.

Character Interactions

• The children interact playfully, teasing each other about their abilities and falls. Despite their teasing, there's a sense of camaraderie and mutual support among them.
• The acting chieftain is mentioned but not shown, indicating a figure of authority within the town who scolds Azhi for his falls.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A child playing in a planted forest falls from a high branch, but is caught by Gu Yeqi.
• An Jing and Gu Yeqi discuss the potential of Ascension bodies and the future of their sect.
• An Jing and Gu Yeqi meet An Jing's father, An Qianshan, who reveals that Little Qi has been sleeping and is reverting to an egg-like state.

Character Developments

• The child shows talent in absorbing Spiritual Energy through his Ascension body.
• An Jing demonstrates his leadership and strategic thinking, envisioning the future of his sect.
• An Qianshan shows concern for his son and the well-being of Little Qi.

Significant Themes

• The potential of Ascension bodies and their impact on cultivation.
• The importance of patience and waiting for miracles in achieving long-term goals.
• The bond between family members and their shared responsibilities.

Character Interactions

• An Jing and Gu Yeqi work together, with Gu Yeqi showing enthusiasm and An Jing demonstrating wisdom and leadership.
• An Jing and his father, An Qianshan, reunite and share important information about Little Qi's condition.
• The child and the other children show respect and obedience to Gu Yeqi after she saves them.

Chapter Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• An Qianshan leads An Jing and Gu Yeqi through the rebuilt Tagu Tribe, now the largest surviving human settlement in the Northwest after the devastation of the Battle of Nirvana.
• The Mingjing Sect supports the region by supplying food, salt, iron, and other necessities through Yankui teams. With new farming methods and Yankui labor, the tribe has reclaimed extensive farmland despite having less than one-tenth of its former population.
• An Qianshan explains that the Northwest is now directly administered by the Mingjing Sect, eliminating exploitative taxation and raids by rival tribes.
• An Jing reflects bitterly on the Taiming Sect’s indiscriminate massacre of the Northwest. He regrets that many tyrants and warlords who deserved punishment died alongside innocent people, preventing him from personally using their executions to establish the Mingjing Sect’s new order.
• At the center of the settlement, An Jing examines the carefully designed town, built according to the principles of the Nine Palaces and Bagua and prepared for future expansion into a city.
• An Jing uses his Fate-Observing Pupil to inspect An Qianshan and discovers that, although his father has no Fate Grid, his destiny has become an indistinct “chaos,” suggesting that his fate was radically altered—possibly because of An Jing’s own existence.
• The group visits Little Qi, who is undergoing a prolonged transformation inside a specially constructed Yin-Yang Dharma Domain. Little Qi has evolved from a winged black-and-white Dragon-Snake-like creature into an even stranger hybrid incorporating traits of Divine Wood.

Character Developments

• An Qianshan has grown into a capable acting chieftain and administrator. He has successfully organized reconstruction, agriculture, education, town planning, and the tribe’s future development.
• An Jing remains committed to punishing evil and reshaping the world, but reveals frustration that the Taiming Sect deprived him of the chance to judge major criminals himself. He also begins questioning how deeply his actions have altered his parents’ destinies.
• Gu Yeqi supports An Jing’s uncompromising view of justice, arguing that many people in the world still deserve death and that the Ascension Path should not be used to resurrect them.
• Little Qi continues its mysterious evolution, absorbing Yin-Yang energy and developing new physical traits while remaining in transformative slumber.

Significant Themes

• Reconstruction after catastrophe: The chapter contrasts the devastation of the past with the efficiency and order of the new society.
• Collective organization versus old exploitation: Direct administration, communal agriculture, and Yankui labor replace landlords, private landholding, excessive taxation, and tribal raids.
• Justice and vengeance: An Jing believes evil must be deliberately judged and punished, while the Taiming Sect’s mass slaughter represents justice carried out without distinction.
• Fate and causality: An Jing realizes that his presence may have fundamentally changed his parents’ destinies, raising questions about whether their original futures involved tragedy.
• Transformation and hybridity: Little Qi’s changing form reflects the broader world’s evolution after the collapse of old powers and the release of new energies.

Character Interactions

• An Qianshan proudly explains the tribe’s recovery while modestly denying that he could become a regional hegemon.
• An Jing praises his father’s abilities but expresses grim regret over the criminals who escaped his judgment.
• An Qianshan recalls An Jing’s childhood dream of becoming a hero who killed those deserving death and reassures him that such enemies still exist.
• Gu Yeqi reinforces An Jing’s worldview, agreeing that the world contains countless beings who should not be resurrected or allowed to live.
• The family’s conversation is relaxed and trusting, despite the severity of An Jing’s beliefs, emphasizing their shared loyalty and understanding.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Little Qi, the spirit beast, is about to enter the Divine Treasury stage, but it's being suppressed by an unknown force.
• An Jing uses his Grotto-Heaven to temporarily remove Little Qi from the Huaixu Realm, allowing it to become more active.
• Little Qi uses its 'Inverting Yin and Yang' Supernatural Ability to briefly stop time, allowing An Jing to switch the leaf crown from his head to Gu Yeqi's.

Character Developments

• An Jing demonstrates his strength and understanding of the Grotto-Heaven Method.
• Little Qi shows its ability to coordinate with An Jing using its Supernatural Ability.
• Gu Yeqi shows her curiosity and astonishment at An Jing's abilities.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics between the Grotto-Heaven and the Huaixu Realm.
• The unique aspects and 'payment' of the Grotto-Heaven Method.
• The suppression of Little Qi by an unknown force, hinting at the existence of another envoy of the Great Dao.

Character Interactions

• An Jing and Little Qi coordinate using their respective powers.
• An Jing and Gu Yeqi interact, with Gu Yeqi showing curiosity and astonishment at An Jing's abilities.
• An Qianshan is not present in this chapter, but he is mentioned as the one who raised Little Qi.

Key Plot Points and Events

• An Jing learns that his grotto-heaven, while powerful, lacks the complete world aspect needed for Little Qi's advancement.
• He decides to take Little Qi traveling to find a suitable environment for its growth.
• An Jing receives an invitation to Da Chen's capital, Shenjing, and decides to attend despite potential risks.
• He senses a connection between Little Qi's transformation and the Zhu Zhao Yao Ming Ying Tian Immortal Tree in Shenjing.
• Gu Yunzhi, Gu Yeqi's grandfather, contacts An Jing to report that the Zhu Zhao Divine Wood has suddenly bloomed.

Character Developments

• An Jing demonstrates his resolve to face challenges head-on and his curiosity about the world.
• Little Qi shows signs of transformation, hinting at future growth and importance.
• Gu Yunzhi reveals his awareness of An Jing's unusual abilities and seeks information about the divine tree's blooming.

Significant Themes

• The power and limitations of grotto-heavens compared to complete worlds.
• The interconnectedness of events and beings, hinting at karma and fate.
• The importance of understanding and experiencing the world firsthand.

Character Interactions

• An Jing interacts with his father, An Qianshan, and Gu Yeqi, showing warmth and camaraderie.
• An Jing communicates with Gu Yunzhi, revealing his knowledge of the divine tree's blooming and hinting at his involvement.
• An Jing's relationship with Little Qi is highlighted, showing his concern for its growth and advancement.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Candle-Illuminated Undying Tree in the netherworld begins to bloom and bear fruit, an unprecedented event since the establishment of the heavenly laws.
• The blooming tree causes a massive upheaval in the netherworld, drawing the attention of various sects in Beixuan Jizhou.
• The blossoming tree produces blue-violet flames that resemble the Candle-Illuminated light of the Dahuang Realm, and its flowers ascend towards the heavens.

Character Developments

• An Jing realizes that the Undying Tree's blooming is connected to Little Qi, the spirit of heaven and earth he carries within him.
• Gu Yunzhi suspects that An Jing is connected to the Undying Tree's blooming and offers to share information with him.

Significant Themes

• The interconnectedness of the living world and the netherworld, represented by the Undying Tree and Little Qi.
• The revelation of the Undying Tree's influence on the heavenly laws and the authority of the Heavenly Overseer.

Character Interactions

• Gu Yunzhi and Cang Linzu witness the Undying Tree's blooming together and transmit their observations to An Jing.
• An Jing shares his understanding of the situation with Gu Yunzhi, and they agree to share information to help each other.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Undying Tree has blossomed, affecting all Evergreen Wood, including Gu Yeqi's.
• An Jing learns from Gu Yunzhi that the Undying Tree's disturbance is connected to the Da Chen Imperial Dynasty's secret, the Heart of Heaven and Earth.
• Gu Yunzhi warns An Jing that the Da Chen Imperial Court will mobilize its full strength to find the source of the disturbance.
• An Jing connects Gu Yunzhi's spirit to You Ruhui's mental space, revealing You Ruhui's cultivation progress to Gu Yunzhi.

Character Developments

• Gu Yunzhi reveals his past as Prince Jing's confidant and his knowledge of the Heart of Heaven and Earth.
• You Ruhui's cultivation has progressed to mid-to-high-stage Martial Meridian, thanks to the Grotto-Heaven Method and Sister Jin's teaching.

Significant Themes

• The Heart of Heaven and Earth is the true key to the Da Chen Imperial Dynasty's power and foundation.
• The Da Chen Imperial Court's determination to protect their secrets, even at great cost.
• The power of the Grotto-Heaven Method and You Ruhui's potential as its cultivator.

Character Interactions

• An Jing communicates with Gu Yunzhi about the Undying Tree and the Heart of Heaven and Earth.
• An Jing connects Gu Yunzhi's spirit to You Ruhui's mental space, revealing her cultivation progress and surprising Gu Yunzhi.
• Gu Yeqi overhears part of the conversation and decides not to press for information, continuing to cook.

Chapter Summary: My Dao Seed, Nirvana Foundation

Key Plot Points and Events

• An Jing and You Ruhui continue developing the Grotto-Heaven cultivation method, beginning with the creation of a Heaven and Earth Seed.
• You Ruhui uses the Heart of Heaven and Earth as her foundation, absorbing the spirit fiends of creation and refining them into the Myriad Spirit Elixir. This gives her a powerful supply of Dragon Qi and allows her cultivation speed to rival elite Emperor Blood descendants.
• An Jing shares his understanding of the Ink Immortal Ice Martial Theory, explaining that Martial Dao’s lifespan limitation comes from the “curse of ice,” which consumes the cultivator’s mental and spiritual essence.
• To overcome this limitation, Martial Dao’s “ice” must be sublimated into independent spirit fiends, forming the basis of a personal Grotto-Heaven rather than relying on the greater world of Huaixu.
• An Jing proposes using the Dragon-Storing Bottle and Spirit Qi Furnace to create a simplified Heaven and Earth Seed—the Myriad Spirit Elixir—as a foundation for ordinary cultivators.
• He introduces the concept of the “elixir shatters, and the realm emerges”: the cultivator’s Heaven and Earth Seed would be deliberately detonated, using concentrated spirit-fiend pressure to transform the Martial Dao foundation into a Grotto-Heaven prototype.
• To make this possible, An Jing devises a seventh Divine Anomaly called the Nirvana Foundation. It would function like an internal weapon or phased explosive array, concentrating all the detonation’s energy on the Heaven and Earth Seed.
• The Ascension Path could provide an external Spirit Land field, making the Nirvana process more stable and increasing spirit pressure.
• An Jing and You Ruhui acknowledge that the method is extremely dangerous. Without careful control, the Heaven and Earth Seed could collapse, the energy could disperse, or the cultivator could die.
• An Jing concludes that only You Ruhui, with the guidance of the Heart of Heaven and Earth, can safely pioneer the process.
• You Ruhui accepts this responsibility, intending to establish a workable route that later cultivators can follow without sacrificing countless lives.
• For ordinary martial artists, the equivalent of the Heaven and Earth Seed will be called My Dao Seed: an elixir refined from one’s own Dao, transformed into a Dao Seed, and eventually developed into a Dao Tree and Dao Fruit.
• By the end of the chapter, the foundations of the My Dao Seed and Nirvana Foundation path have been established, and You Ruhui becomes An Jing’s true fellow traveler in researching the Grotto-Heaven Method.

Character Developments

• An Jing acts as a theorist, teacher, and pioneer. He combines Martial Dao, Array Dao, Fate Grid principles, and alchemical techniques to create a possible path beyond the limitations of traditional Martial Dao.
• He also reveals a more personal connection to the idea of explosive transformation, noting that he may have died from such an explosion in his previous life, yet now draws inspiration from it.
• You Ruhui develops from a powerful practitioner into the likely first successful experimenter of the new cultivation system. Her Heart of Heaven and Earth makes her uniquely capable of discovering a natural and repeatable route to Grotto-Heaven formation.
• You Ruhui also takes on a larger mission: not merely cultivating for herself, but opening a path that future cultivators can safely inherit.
• An Jing, previously isolated by his understanding of the subject, gains an intellectual companion in You Ruhui.

Significant Themes

• Innovation through synthesis: The new method combines Martial Dao, Immortal Dao, Array Dao, Fate Grid cultivation, Demon Spirit Alchemy, and even principles resembling weapon design.
• The cost of progress: Establishing a new cultivation path may require dangerous experimentation and sacrifice, emphasizing the risks faced by pioneers.
• From individual achievement to civilization-building: An Jing and You Ruhui are not only seeking personal power; they are trying to turn an impossible path into one accessible to later generations.
• Natural law versus personal autonomy: Traditional Martial Dao depends on the “ice of heaven and earth,” while the Grotto-Heaven Method seeks to create an independent internal world governed by the cultivator’s own Dao.
• Inheritance and standardization: The chapter presents progress as a chain—geniuses discover paths, capable successors refine them, and ordinary practitioners eventually transform them into established systems.
• Death and rebirth: The idea of destruction leading to creation is central. By shattering the elixir, the cultivator may produce an entirely new realm.

Character Interactions

• An Jing gives You Ruhui a detailed explanation of the curse of ice and the requirements for transcending it.
• You Ruhui questions the danger of detonating the Heaven and Earth Seed, correctly pointing out that ordinary cultivators would likely die.
• An Jing responds pragmatically, comparing the difficulty to advanced mathematics and emphasizing that the method need not initially be accessible to everyone.
• He draws diagrams explaining focused energy and phased-array detonation, allowing You Ruhui to recognize the resemblance to Bafang Mountain’s Killing Intent cannons and Heavenly Mechanism armaments.
• Their discussion moves from theory to responsibility when An Jing tells her that only she can pioneer the method.
• You Ruhui accepts his judgment and commits to finding a safe, natural route that others can later follow.
• Their exchange establishes mutual trust and intellectual partnership: An Jing provides the conceptual framework, while You Ruhui’s unique nature gives her the means to test and realize it.

Key Plot Points and Events

• You Ruhui and An Jing discover they can communicate using Emperor Blood and even spar in a spiritual space.
• Gu Yunzhi reveals that Prince Jing and the Former Emperor planned to create a second Undying Tree in the Hanhai region to expand Da Chen's territory and reach Above Lingxiao.
• The plan went awry, leading to the Hanhai Demonic Calamity, and Prince Jing was betrayed and killed.
• Gu Yunzhi suggests that the current Xuantian Emperor, Xuan Mingyu, and those supporting him are likely behind Prince Jing's murder.

Character Developments

• You Ruhui: Realizes the extent of her father's plans and the true cause of his death.
• An Jing: Understands the connection between the Hanhai Demonic Calamity and his current situation, and identifies the likely culprit behind Prince Jing's murder.
• Gu Yunzhi: Demonstrates unwavering loyalty to Prince Jing and reveals crucial information to You Ruhui.

Significant Themes

• Ambition and betrayal in the imperial court.
• The consequences of failed plans and the unintended results of actions.
• The struggle for power and control within the Heavenly Sects.

Character Interactions

• You Ruhui and An Jing: Strengthen their bond and work together to uncover the truth about Prince Jing's death.
• You Ruhui and Gu Yunzhi: You Ruhui learns about her father's plans from Gu Yunzhi, who remains loyal to Prince Jing despite the passage of time.
• Gu Yunzhi and the Emperor Court: Gu Yunzhi implies that the current Emperor and those supporting him are responsible for Prince Jing's murder.

Key Plot Points and Events

• An Jing realizes the true purpose behind the Yushen Great Court's actions and the Huaixu Heavenly Dao's intentions for Beixuan Jizhou.
• The Undying Divine Tree in Da Chen flowers, causing concern among the higher-ups but joy among the common people.
• Bai Qinghan senses a significant change in heaven and earth's vital energy and receives a mission from the Cult Leader of Tianyi Divine Sect to investigate.

Character Developments

• An Jing gains a deeper understanding of the world's situation and his role in it, preparing to face the challenges ahead.
• You Ruhui and Gu Yunzhi remain concerned about An Jing's safety and the potential dangers in Shenjing.
• Bai Qinghan, though nostalgic for An Jing's presence, continues to take on responsibilities and grows more independent.

Significant Themes

• The cycle of destruction and rebirth, as seen in the Yushen Great Court's fate and the Huaixu Heavenly Dao's plans.
• The consequences of usurping Heavenly Dao's authority and the inevitability of Heavenly Punishment.
• The responsibility and burden of power, as shown by Bai Qinghan's dedication to her duties.

Character Interactions

• An Jing shares his insights with You Ruhui and Gu Yunzhi, assuring them of his preparations.
• The Xuantian Emperor Lord, Grand Preceptor, and Grand Commander reach a consensus regarding the Undying Divine Tree's flowering.
• Bai Qinghan receives a mission from the Cult Leader of Tianyi Divine Sect, demonstrating their trust in her abilities.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Gu Yeqi, a skilled cook, prepares a Three-Life Three-Fresh Mushroom Soup using a Dharma Artifact and Life-Returning Fire, demonstrating her prowess in spirit cuisine.
• An Qianshan shares his concerns about An Jing's dual nature—decisive yet compassionate—and hopes Gu Yeqi will help guide him.
• Bai Qinghan, a former friend from Xuanming Manor, arrives at Mingguang Peak, surprising Gu Yeqi.

Character Developments

• Gu Yeqi: Shows exceptional skill in spirit cuisine, understanding of An Jing's nature, and growth since leaving Xuanming Manor. She maintains composure upon seeing Bai Qinghan and invites her in.
• An Jing: Not physically present but discussed. His dual nature—decisive yet compassionate—is highlighted, showing his complexity as a character.
• An Qianshan: Reveals his worries about An Jing's future and expresses relief that Gu Yeqi understands his concerns. He supports Gu Yeqi when she goes to greet Bai Qinghan.
• Bai Qinghan: Shows guilt and surprise upon seeing Gu Yeqi. She acknowledges Gu Yeqi's growth and agrees to join them for a meal.

Significant Themes

• Growth and Change: All characters, except An Qianshan, have changed significantly since their last encounters. Gu Yeqi and Bai Qinghan acknowledge each other's growth.
• Compassion vs. Responsibility: An Qianshan discusses An Jing's dual nature, highlighting the tension between compassion and the responsibilities that come with power.
• Friendship and Reconciliation: Gu Yeqi and Bai Qinghan's reunion explores themes of friendship, forgiveness, and moving forward.

Character Interactions

• Gu Yeqi and An Qianshan: They discuss An Jing's nature, and An Qianshan expresses relief that Gu Yeqi understands his concerns. He supports her when she goes to greet Bai Qinghan.
• Gu Yeqi and Bai Qinghan: Their reunion is filled with surprise, guilt, and acknowledgment of each other's growth. They decide to have a meal together, suggesting a potential reconciliation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Gu Yeqi discusses Da Chen's post-Frost Calamity reconstruction issues with Bai Qinghan.
• Bai Qinghan's unique approach to expanding the Tianyi Demonic Sect's influence is detailed.
• Gu Yeqi suggests trading Yankui for spirit materials with Bai Qinghan.
• An Jing's conversation with Xuan Mingjing (You Ruhui) is interrupted by Gu Yeqi and Bai Qinghan's arrival.

Character Developments

• Bai Qinghan: She shows strategic thinking and empathy for the common people, aiming to create a stable and peaceful society.
• Gu Yeqi: She demonstrates loyalty and understanding of An Jing's principles, valuing his well-being above her own.
• An Jing: He shows excitement and eagerness to collaborate with fellow cultivators, indicating his open-minded and cooperative nature.

Significant Themes

• Power and Influence: The struggle for power and influence is evident in Da Chen's reconstruction and the expansion of the Tianyi Demonic Sect.
• Cultivation and Collaboration: The importance of collaboration and shared knowledge in cultivation is emphasized.
• Empathy and Compassion: Bai Qinghan's concern for the common people highlights the theme of empathy and compassion.

Character Interactions

• Gu Yeqi and Bai Qinghan: They share a friendly and cooperative relationship, discussing matters related to their respective sects and potential trades.
• An Jing and Xuan Mingjing: They have a collaborative and respectful relationship, sharing insights on cultivation methods.
• An Jing, Gu Yeqi, Bai Qinghan, and Xuan Mingjing: The four cultivators show excitement and eagerness to study and cultivate together, demonstrating their open-minded and cooperative nature.

Key Plot Points and Events

• An Jing and his companions discuss the Grotto-Heaven Method, with everyone contributing ideas and insights.
• An Jing's father, An Qianshan, goes out to buy dumplings instead of fishing as initially thought.
• An Jing leaves to look for An Qianshan and returns with him, bringing back a steamer basket of dumplings.

Character Developments

• An Jing: Shows enthusiasm and eagerness in discussing the Grotto-Heaven Method, demonstrating his leadership and collaborative spirit.
• Gu Yeqi: Exhibits impressive understanding of the Grotto-Heaven Method and contributes valuable insights, showcasing her intelligence and growth.
• Bai Qinghan and You Ruhui: Share their experiences and backgrounds, revealing their resilience and determination in the face of adversity.

Significant Themes

• Collaboration and shared knowledge: The characters' willingness to discuss and build upon each other's ideas highlights the power of collective intelligence.
• Overcoming adversity: The backstories of Bai Qinghan and You Ruhui emphasize their resilience and ability to adapt to challenging circumstances.

Character Interactions

• An Jing and Gu Yeqi: Their dynamic showcases a mentor-mentee relationship, with An Jing guiding and praising Gu Yeqi's contributions.
• Bai Qinghan, Gu Yeqi, and You Ruhui: The three women share a moment of understanding and camaraderie, bonding over their shared experiences of loss and resilience.
• An Jing and An Qianshan: Their interaction demonstrates a warm and affectionate father-son relationship, with An Qianshan supporting An Jing's endeavors and providing him with food.

Key Plot Points and Events

• An Jing returns from fishing with dumplings from Granny Zhang, which they all eat.
• Bai Qinghan reveals that the Undying Tree's stir was connected to An Jing.
• Bai Qinghan senses an extraordinary soul in the Earth Veins, which An Jing identifies as the reincarnated soul of Ye Yuelong, the previous Underworld Cult Leader.

Character Developments

• An Jing shows his confidence and knowledge about fishing, contrasting with his father's more experienced approach.
• Bai Qinghan demonstrates her sensitivity to spiritual fluctuations, picking up on the unusual soul in the Earth Veins.

Significant Themes

• The interconnectedness of major events, with An Jing at the center.
• The extraordinary nature of the souls in the Earth Veins, particularly the reincarnated soul of Ye Yuelong.

Character Interactions

• An Jing and his father, An Qianshan, share a light-hearted moment over fishing and dumplings.
• An Jing, Gu Yeqi, and You Ruhui are surprised by Bai Qinghan's revelation about the soul in the Earth Veins.
• An Jing and Bai Qinghan discuss the implications of the soul's identity.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The chapter introduces several "chosen children of heaven" with extraordinary fates and cultivation speeds, including Little Clam and Bai Qinghan.
• An Jing recognizes the Innate Divine Fate, Little Qi, as an "Ascension Original Body" sent by Heavenly Will, with a karmic connection to Little Qi.
• The Da Chen Imperial Dynasty activates the "Nine Heavens Clear Light Heavenly Sea Array" to search for the source of the Undying Tree's disturbance.
• An Jing decides to leave with Little Qi to Jinyuantian to avoid the array's detection.

Character Developments

• An Jing demonstrates his wisdom and foresight, understanding the significance of Little Qi's arrival and making strategic decisions.
• Little Qi's status as an "Ascension Original Body" is revealed, hinting at her importance in the story's overarching plot.

Significant Themes

• Destiny and fate: The chapter emphasizes the extraordinary fates of the chosen children and the concept of Heavenly Will.
• Power and authority: The activation of the Heavenly Sea Array showcases the immense power and influence of the Da Chen Imperial Dynasty.
• Karma and connection: The karmic connection between Little Qi and the Innate Divine Fate is introduced, suggesting a deeper bond between them.

Character Interactions

• An Jing interacts with Fuxie, You Ruhui, and the three main characters (Ye Qi, Bai Qinghan, and Little Qi) to make arrangements and decide on a course of action.
• The interactions highlight An Jing's leadership and the trust the others have in him, as well as the importance of the chosen children in the story.

Key Plot Points and Events

• An Jing arrives at Taixu with Fuxie's help, undetected by the Heavenly Sea Array.
• An Jing reveals his understanding of the situation with Qinghan, Ye Qi, and Ruhui, and his plan to bring them together.
• An Jing meets Yun Yanxia at Jinyuantian and learns about her injury from a Heavenly Demon.

Character Developments

• An Jing demonstrates his understanding of the complex emotions and motivations of the three girls, showing his maturity and wisdom.
• Yun Yanxia shows her concern for the suffering of living beings in Nanhuanghong Continent and her willingness to fight against Heavenly Demons, displaying her courage and compassion.

Significant Themes

• The complexity of human emotions and the challenges of understanding and navigating them.
• The struggle against evil forces, in this case, Heavenly Demons, and the importance of standing up against injustice.

Character Interactions

• An Jing and Fuxie discuss An Jing's understanding of the situation and his plans.
• An Jing and Yun Yanxia exchange information about their respective situations and express concern for each other's well-being.

Key Plot Points and Events

• An Jing and Yun Yanxia discuss the chaotic state of Nanhuanghong Continent due to racial divisions and hatred.
• An Jing expresses regret that there's no Lord of the World to unite the continent.
• An Jing seeks Yun Yanxia's help to understand and awaken Little Qi, a high-level Manifested True Spirit.

Character Developments

• An Jing shows concern for the state of the continent and expresses a desire for unity.
• Yun Yanxia demonstrates her knowledge and understanding of Demon Spirits and their classifications.

Significant Themes

• Division and hatred among different races, leading to chaos and suffering.
• The desire for unity and peace among the races.
• The hierarchy among Demon Spirits, with Manifested True Spirits being the most noble.

Character Interactions

• An Jing and Yun Yanxia engage in a conversation about the state of the continent and Demon Spirits, leading to a deeper understanding of the world's problems and Little Qi's nature.

Key Plot Points and Events

• An Jing and Yun Yanxia discuss the origins of Little Qi and the Undying Tree, concluding that they are both manifestations of heaven-and-earth power.
• An Jing realizes that the Undying Tree, controlled by the Da Chen Imperial Dynasty, is a Heart of Heaven and Earth with Heavenly Fate, capable of creating something from nothing.
• An Jing uses the Life-Slaying Sword to remove Yun Yanxia's demonic qi injury caused by the Paradise Nightmare.

Character Developments

• An Jing demonstrates his understanding of the world's power dynamics and his ability to heal injuries, further solidifying his role as Heavenly Fate.
• Yun Yanxia shows her curiosity and excitement, as well as her trust in An Jing.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics between the Heavenly Dao, heaven and earth, and living beings.
• The consequences of obstructing the natural process of manifestation.
• The trust and camaraderie between squad members.

Character Interactions

• An Jing and Yun Yanxia discuss the origins of Little Qi and the Undying Tree, leading to An Jing's realization about the Da Chen Imperial Dynasty.
• An Jing heals Yun Yanxia's injury, demonstrating his power and earning her gratitude.
• Yun Yanxia's excitement and trust in An Jing are shown, as well as her interaction with another squad member, Sister Jin.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jin Yanhua visits An Jing at the Heavenly Palace Grotto-Heaven.
• Jin Yanhua reveals that the Ancestral Dragon Hall supported Prince Jing's plan to create a new Undying Tree.
• An Jing shares that he knows about Prince Jing's plan and reveals Little Qi's true nature as the core of the Undying Tree.

Character Developments

• An Jing has ascended to the rank of True Person in the Divine Treasury Purple Mansion.
• Jin Yanhua acknowledges An Jing's growth and offers guidance for his cultivation.
• Jin Yanhua shows concern for Yun Yanxia's health and sends her to rest.

Significant Themes

• Heavenly Fate and Destiny: An Jing's role as Heavenly Fate is further emphasized, and his connection to the Undying Tree is revealed.
• Karmic Ties: The karmic connections between Prince Jing, the Former Emperor, and the Undying Tree are explored, as well as the ties between the Ancestral Dragon Hall and Da Chen.
• Power and Ambition: The struggle for power within Da Chen and the civil and military officials' covert experiments are hinted at.

Character Interactions

• An Jing and Jin Yanhua discuss the Undying Tree and its connection to Prince Jing's plan.
• Jin Yanhua shows affection towards Yun Yanxia, caring for her health and well-being.
• An Jing watches Yun Yanxia leave the Heavenly Palace Grotto-Heaven, showing a friendly and caring demeanor towards her.

Key Plot Points and Events

• An Jing learns that Prince Jing exchanged his strength for the Heart of Heaven and Earth, warning An Jing not to suppress his level.
• Jin Yanhua reveals she's a Divine Treasury cultivator at the threshold of Saint Manifestation, compressing her strength for a breakthrough.
• Jin Yanhua invites An Jing to the millennial Dragon Palace Grand Banquet of Dao Inquiry, the 'Zhao Lin Pays Homage to Truth,' where she hopes to become a transformation-born True Spirit dragon and potentially the Dragon King's heir.

Character Developments

• An Jing reaches the Purple Mansion realm and gains a deeper understanding of Jin Yanhua's strength.
• Jin Yanhua reveals her ambition to become the Dragon King's heir and forge her own path.

Significant Themes

• The importance of advancing at the right time in cultivation, as warned by Prince Jing.
• Jin Yanhua's desire to break through her limits and forge her own destiny.

Character Interactions

• An Jing and Jin Yanhua discuss their cultivation levels and plans.
• Jin Yanhua invites An Jing to the Dragon Palace Grand Banquet, seeking his support.
• An Jing shows Jin Yanhua the mirror from his master, indicating his support for her plans.