Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lu Yan'an faces Mechanical Puppets on the fifth floor of the Trial Tower, finding them more challenging than expected.
• He decides to focus on honing his footwork and defending rather than using his Law of Time trump card.
• After three days, Lu Yan'an is severely injured but manages to stay active in the top 1,200.
• He has a breakthrough in understanding the Law of Time, gaining the insight 'Time Acceleration'.
• Lu Yan'an defeats the remaining Mechanical Puppets and advances to the sixth floor.

Character Developments

• Lu Yan'an demonstrates resilience and strategic thinking by choosing to defend and improve his footwork instead of using his ultimate ability.
• He shows determination and adaptability, pushing through his limits and ultimately gaining a new insight into the Law of Time.

Significant Themes

• Patience and perseverance: Lu Yan'an's decision to focus on defense and footwork improvement highlights the importance of patience and enduring hardships to achieve long-term goals.
• Adaptability: Lu Yan'an's ability to adapt to changing circumstances, such as the Mechanical Puppets' challenges, is crucial for his survival and growth.

Character Interactions

• Marquis Liehuo and Marquis Cangming watch Lu Yan'an's progress and discuss his potential.
• Marquis Cangming reacts with disbelief and joy when Lu Yan'an gains a new insight into the Law of Time, leading to a tense moment among the immortal powerhouses present.

• Lu Yan'an, an illusionist, impresses the crowd by comprehending the Law of Time—Time Acceleration in battle and clearing the fifth floor of the sixth Trial Tower, ranking 15th.
• Despite his impressive performance, Lu Yan'an is not considered a top contender due to the disadvantageous nature of the trial for illusionists.
• Lu Yan'an returns to the central plaza and reunites with Meng Huan, who congratulates him on his ranking.
• Marquis Cangming, the leader of the Ganwu Universe Country team, dismisses the other 998 geniuses, who are eliminated from the tournament but invited to the Ganwu Secret Realm.
• Lu Yan'an and Meng Huan are summoned by Marquis Cangming to proceed to the core layer of the Virtual Universe Company.
• The eliminated geniuses from the Ganwu Universe Country team console each other and decide to celebrate their journey together.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The chapter focuses on the preparations and start of the final battles for the Genius Tournament.
• Marquis Cangming briefs Lu Yan'an and Ming Feng, warning them about the dangers and strategies for the upcoming direct confrontations.
• The Venerable Plain Robe announces the rules for the final battles and the rewards for the top 1000 participants.
• 7,200 participants battle for 900 spots, with the winners advancing and the losers being eliminated.
• The top 1000 participants are gathered, and the Venerable Plain Robe reveals the four secret realms and their respective rewards.

Character Developments

• Lu Yan'an remains confident and secretive about his true strength, planning to surprise Ming Feng during the peak showdown.
• Ming Feng is acknowledged as the strongest contender but is cautioned about the first-place winner in the trials.
• The Venerable Plain Robe is shown to be powerful, wise, and fair, ensuring that only the strongest and most dedicated geniuses receive the best resources.

Significant Themes

• Competition and survival of the fittest in the universe.
• The importance of strategy, preparation, and understanding one's opponents.
• The correlation between strength and rewards, with the best resources reserved for the strongest individuals.

Character Interactions

• Marquis Cangming provides guidance and warnings to Lu Yan'an and Ming Feng, showing concern for their well-being and success.
• Lu Yan'an and Ming Feng listen attentively to Marquis Cangming's advice, demonstrating respect and understanding.
• The Venerable Plain Robe interacts with the top 1000 participants, announcing the rules and rewards, and showing impartiality and wisdom.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Virtual Universe Company's Venerable Plain Robe addresses the final 1,000 geniuses, emphasizing the need to seize opportunities and become strong to rise to the top.
• The rules for the arena duels are announced: 200 geniuses will compete, with 100 advancing to the 'Heaven and Earth Secret Realm' and 100 to the 'Endless Secret Realm'. The top 20 will then compete for the 'Primordial Secret Realm', and the top 10 for the 'Original Secret Realm'.
• 800 geniuses, not selected for the duels, protest, but are swiftly silenced and suppressed by the 1,008 powerful immortals present.
• Venerable Plain Robe states that the Virtual Universe Company will not force anyone to participate if they object to the rules.

Character Developments

• Lu Yan'an internalizes the Venerable's words, further solidifying his determination to become a powerhouse.
• The 800 protesting geniuses are humbled and reminded of their status as promising seeds, not yet fully matured.

Significant Themes

• Survival of the fittest and the elimination of the weak are presented as absolute truths in this universe.
• The need for geniuses to recognize their own weaknesses and strive to become strong is emphasized.
• The importance of seizing opportunities and adjusting one's mindset is highlighted.

Character Interactions

• The 1,008 powerful immortals collectively suppress the 800 protesting geniuses, demonstrating their unity and dominance.
• Venerable Plain Robe's calm yet dominant demeanor instills fear and respect in the geniuses.
• Lu Yan'an, observing the events, reaffirms his personal goals and prepares for the upcoming duels.

Key Plot Points and Events

• 1,000 peerless geniuses gather for the ranking battle.
• Venerable Plain Robe announces the selection process for top 100, top 10, and the champion.
• Lu Yan'an faces Carlson in the first round and wins, entering the top 100.
• The top 20 are selected by the virtual universe system for the next round.
• Lu Yan'an and other 19 contestants are teleported into arenas for the top 10 battle.
• The top 10 are announced, and Lu Yan'an is among them.
• The top 5 will be selected from the top 10, with the fastest duelers facing the slowest.

Character Developments

• Lu Yan'an demonstrates his strength and confidence, easily defeating Carlson and showing no concern about his next opponents.
• Other contestants show anxiety and urgency as they await their opponents and the next round.

Significant Themes

• Competition and ranking among geniuses.
• The use of illusion techniques as a powerful and feared tactic.
• The importance of psychological fortitude in facing uncertain opponents.

Character Interactions

• Lu Yan'an vs. Carlson: Lu Yan'an effortlessly defeats Carlson using his illusion technique.
• Lu Yan'an's indifference to his upcoming opponents, showing confidence in his abilities.
• The interactions among the top 10 contestants are brief and tense, with each awaiting their next opponent and the battle for the top 5.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The tournament's rules are announced, revealing a bracket that ensures Xun Kong, Nightmare (Lu Yan'an), and Marquis Cangming's disciple will advance to the top five.
• Lu Yan'an faces Aike in the arena. Aike, with only a single-attribute low-level Law of Earth, has reached the finals, surprising everyone.
• Lu Yan'an and Aike's battle begins. Aike's domain solidifies space, making Lu Yan'an's attacks ineffective. Lu Yan'an then uses an illusion to weaken Aike's domain and begins physical attacks, but they are still ineffective.
• Lu Yan'an decides to use his second-layer 'Huo Xin' technique, a spiritual soul attack, against Aike.

Character Developments

• Lu Yan'an: Reveals his versatility as an illusionist and warrior, using both physical and spiritual soul attacks. He demonstrates his ability to adapt to different situations and opponents.
• Aike: Shows extraordinary resilience and willpower, having reached the finals with only a single-attribute low-level Law of Earth. He maintains his composure even under Lu Yan'an's illusions.

Significant Themes

• The power of adaptability and versatility in combat, as shown by Lu Yan'an.
• The importance of willpower and resilience, as demonstrated by Aike.

Character Interactions

• Lu Yan'an and Aike: Their battle highlights their respective strengths and forces them to adapt to each other's abilities. Their interaction showcases the tension and strategic thinking in high-level combat.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The top five spots in the tournament are secured by Xun Kong, Ming Feng, Lu Yan'an, Liuyun, and Lilan.
• A round-robin tournament for the top five begins, with each contestant facing the others once. The winner of each match earns one point.
• Lilan and Liuyun battle for fourth and fifth place, with Lilan emerging victorious.
• Lu Yan'an and Xun Kong face off, with Lu Yan'an using his secret technique, Time Stasis, to counter Xun Kong's powerful sword strike.

Character Developments

• Lu Yan'an reveals his true strength and uses Time Stasis, demonstrating his exceptional comprehension of the Law of Time at the Star level.
• Xun Kong shows his true power by manifesting two thousand phantom bodies, indicating his deep insight into the Law of Space.
• Venerable Plain Robe takes an interest in Lu Yan'an after witnessing his use of Time Stasis.

Significant Themes

• The importance of showcasing one's true strength and potential in competition.
• The role of arrogance and overconfidence in determining one's fate in battles.
• The value of opportunities provided by platforms like the Peak Genius Tournament.

Character Interactions

• Lu Yan'an and Illusion Dream share a conversation, with Lu Yan'an revealing that he knows Illusion Dream is hiding his strength.
• Lu Yan'an and Xun Kong exchange words before their battle, with Lu Yan'an warning Xun Kong about the dangers of arrogance.
• Venerable Plain Robe observes Lu Yan'an's battle and takes an interest in him after seeing his use of Time Stasis.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lu Yan'an's mastery of the Law of Time is recognized by Venerable Plain Robe.
• Lu Yan'an defeats Xun Kong using his peak secret technique, Time Stasis, freezing time around him and making him immune to Xun Kong's attacks.
• Illusion Dream defeats Xun Kong with ease after his defeat by Lu Yan'an.
• Lu Yan'an and Illusion Dream face off in the final, with Lu Yan'an winning using the same Time Stasis technique.

Character Developments

• Lu Yan'an: Proves his mastery of the Law of Time and demonstrates his ability to control time, freezing it around him to avoid attacks and immobilize opponents.
• Xun Kong: Despite his high comprehension of the Law of Space, he is no match for Lu Yan'an's Time Stasis technique.
• Illusion Dream: Shows his ability to adapt and strategize, trying to outlast Lu Yan'an's energy-consuming technique.

Significant Themes

• The power of comprehension and control of laws in determining strength.
• The importance of adaptability and strategy in combat.
• The role of luck and opportunity in one's path to becoming a powerhouse.

Character Interactions

• Lu Yan'an and Xun Kong: Lu Yan'an's superior understanding and control of the Law of Time allow him to easily defeat Xun Kong.
• Lu Yan'an and Illusion Dream: Their final battle is a strategic showdown, with Lu Yan'an ultimately winning due to his mastery of Time Stasis.
• The 1008 immortals and the 1000 geniuses: They observe and comment on the battles, expressing awe and envy at Lu Yan'an and Illusion Dream's prowess.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Genius Tournament concludes, and participants are informed they'll be transported to the Virtual Universe Company's headquarters via F-grade spaceships.
• Lu Yan'an is awarded 10,000 hunyuan units for winning the tournament.
• Lu Yan'an boards an F-grade spaceship made of Void Stone Marrow, which is ancient yet technologically advanced.
• Lu Yan'an enters the virtual headquarters plane, Yu Xiang Mountain, guided by Lei Xiao, a World Lord.

Character Developments

• Lu Yan'an's status improves significantly after winning the tournament and receiving his prize money, becoming a "nouveau riche" in the eyes of Lord Shen.
• Lord Shen splits a wisp of consciousness into an intelligent life form to assist Lu Yan'an in the Initial Universe.

Significant Themes

• Wealth and status disparity, as seen in the difference between the Original District and the Endless District.
• The power and influence of the Virtual Universe Company, demonstrated by their use of F-grade spaceships and the scale of Yu Xiang Mountain.

Character Interactions

• Lu Yan'an interacts with Lei Xiao, who shows him around Yu Xiang Mountain and explains the virtual universe's hierarchy and districts.
• Lu Yan'an and Lord Shen communicate silently, with Lord Shen expressing his excitement about the Void Stone Marrow spaceship and his disbelief at Lu Yan'an's lack of appreciation for it.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lu Yan'an arrives at Thunder Island, the gathering place for all undying of the Virtual Universe Company.
• He is taken to the Original District, a secret realm within Thunder Island, by Aitor, the manager of miscellaneous affairs.
• Lu Yan'an is assigned Manor Number 8, complete with a guard army led by an undying military lord, Hisoka.
• He receives a notification email from the Virtual Universe Company, granting him 200,000 points and access to the treasure vault.
• Lu Yan'an explores the treasure vault, seeking guidance from Lord Shen on choosing secret techniques for his law cultivation.

Character Developments

• Lu Yan'an demonstrates humility and understanding of his position, addressing Hisoka respectfully.
• Aitor, the manager of miscellaneous affairs, is portrayed as wise and knowledgeable, providing Lu Yan'an with useful information.
• Hisoka, the undying military lord, shows humility and professionalism in his interactions with Lu Yan'an.

Significant Themes

• The power and wealth of the Virtual Universe Company are emphasized through the gifts and resources provided to Lu Yan'an.
• The importance of secret techniques and combat power over energy accumulation is highlighted.

Character Interactions

• Lu Yan'an interacts with Aitor, who guides him through the Original District and provides information about his new living environment.
• Lu Yan'an meets Hisoka, the leader of his guard army and steward of his manor, and they establish a respectful relationship.
• Lu Yan'an seeks advice from Lord Shen regarding the choice of secret techniques in the treasure vault.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lu Yan'an meets with Lord Shen, who guides him to consider his future path and the secret techniques he needs for law comprehension.
• Lu Yan'an decides to focus on the Origin Law of Light and the Law of Time and requests Lord Shen's help in choosing a suitable secret technique from the Virtual Universe Company treasury.
• Lu Yan'an arrives at the Virtual Universe Company's universe-wide headquarters, a vast continent floating in the cosmic starry sky, after a thirteen-hour journey.

Character Developments

• Lu Yan'an reflects on his past progress and realizes he has never considered his future development. He decides to take his time and choose his path wisely, inspired by Bolan and City Lord Luo's experiences.
• Lu Yan'an demonstrates maturity and self-awareness, understanding the importance of choice and consistent progress.
• Lord Shen shows wisdom and guidance, helping Lu Yan'an consider his future path and the necessary secret techniques.

Significant Themes

• The importance of choice and consistent effort in one's path and development.
• The vastness and mystery of the universe, instilling awe and humility.
• The value of reflection and self-awareness in personal growth.

Character Interactions

• Lu Yan'an and Lord Shen: Lu Yan'an seeks guidance from Lord Shen, who provides wisdom and helps him consider his future path.
• Lu Yan'an and Lei Xiao: They part ways after three years of travel, expressing gratitude and respect for each other's company.
• Lu Yan'an and the welcoming party at the headquarters: Lu Yan'an is greeted respectfully by the party led by a man with silver battle robes and green horns.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lu Yan'an and 1,000 other geniuses are taken to the Initial Universe by Venerable Zhouguang in a G-grade spaceship.
• They pass through a chaotic cosmic passage between the Initial and Original Universes.
• Upon arrival, they see the universe's origin laws manifesting externally, visible as crystalline threads and secret patterns.
• Venerable Zhouguang warns them about potential dangers and instructs them to listen to Chaos City's reception envoy.

Character Developments

• Lu Yan'an remains composed and curious throughout the journey, showing his resilience to temporal flux.
• Venerable Zhouguang reveals his name at the end, hinting at his previous interaction with Lu Yan'an.

Significant Themes

• The Initial Universe's unique stage of development, allowing easier comprehension of origin laws.
• The rarity and preciousness of enlightenment opportunities in the Initial Universe.
• The potential dangers and mortality rate hinted at by Venerable Zhouguang.

Character Interactions

• Lu Yan'an interacts briefly with Venerable Zhouguang, who acknowledges him.
• The 1,000 geniuses listen attentively to Venerable Zhouguang's instructions, showing respect and curiosity.
• No significant interactions among the geniuses are depicted in this chapter.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A group of 1,000 young geniuses from various universe countries arrive in Chaos City, an ancient city within the Initial Universe.
• They are greeted by an envoy who explains the city's history, rules, and treasures.
• The envoy warns them about the powerful beings meditating in the city and the prohibition against killing.
• He introduces the three treasures of Chaos City: the visible laws of the universe, the Chaos Steles, and the Chaos True Spirits obtained from Chaos Beasts.

Character Developments

• Lu Yan'an, the protagonist, is among the group of young geniuses. He is described as being at the Star Level and is drawn into the cosmic space within the characters of the City Lord Mansion.
• The envoy is introduced as a black-robed man with green scales, knowledgeable about Chaos City's history and rules.

Significant Themes

• The Initial Universe's unique environment and its benefits for meditation and understanding the origin laws.
• The coexistence and hierarchy of powerful beings and young geniuses in Chaos City.
• The importance of respecting one's limits and acting according to one's abilities, as emphasized by the envoy's warning about hunting Chaos Beasts.

Character Interactions

• The envoy interacts with the group of young geniuses, guiding them and explaining the city's rules and treasures.
• The group of young geniuses interacts with each other, sharing their excitement and curiosity about the city and its treasures.
• The powerful beings meditating in the city and the great beings standing at the edge of the cosmic space crack are mentioned but do not interact directly with the group.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The chapter introduces the City Lord of Chaos, who resides in the heavily guarded inner mansion of Chaos City.
• The City Lord can instantly see through the background of anyone below the Immortal level, screening for alien spies or soul-controlled individuals.
• The one thousand geniuses are led by an envoy to choose a Chaos Stele, each granted seven days to comprehend it. They have half an hour to observe 52 paintings corresponding to the Chaos Steles.

Character Developments

• The City Lord of Chaos is introduced as a powerful and perceptive figure, able to see through the geniuses' backgrounds and comprehend their law comprehension levels.
• Lu Yan'an, the protagonist, struggles to choose between the Universe Light Chaos Stele and the Darkness Chaos Stele, ultimately choosing the latter due to its sense of unknown possibility.

Significant Themes

• The importance of choosing the right path for cultivation and personal growth.
• The gamble of pursuing a certain, rapid progress versus an uncertain, potentially greater future.
• The responsibility of the City Lord of Chaos to ensure the purity and safety of humanity's cultivation process.

Character Interactions

• The City Lord of Chaos interacts with the one thousand geniuses remotely, observing and judging them without their knowledge.
• Lu Yan'an interacts with the envoy, choosing the Darkness Chaos Stele after a moment of hesitation.
• Lu Yan'an's internal dialogue with Lord Shen, his Light Brain, is also a form of interaction, as Lord Shen reminds him of the time limit.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The group arrives at a training ground where they're divided based on the available Chaos Steles.
• Lu Yan'an and three others are assigned to the Darkness Chaos Stele chamber.
• They enter the comprehension chamber, and Lu Yan'an begins studying the first diagram of the Darkness Chaos Stele.
• After seven days, they're forced out by the Guardian Kandri's voice.
• Kandri informs them about the 'Tongtian Bridge,' a way to earn more comprehension time.

Character Developments

• Lu Yan'an demonstrates his dedication and focus by immersing himself in the Chaos Stele's diagram.
• Guardian Kandri is revealed to be a Venerable-level existence, manifesting fifty-two clones to guard the Chaos Stele chambers.

Significant Themes

• The importance and rarity of the Chaos Steles as supreme treasures for comprehending laws.
• The value of immersive comprehension vs. normal comprehension.
• The challenge and opportunity presented by the 'Tongtian Bridge.'

Character Interactions

• Lu Yan'an and the other three geniuses interact briefly with Guardian Kandri, showing respect and awe towards his power and status.
• Lu Yan'an and the others share a moment of excitement and understanding when they learn about the 'Tongtian Bridge.'

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lu Yan'an and Illusion Dream become neighbors in Chaos City and choose their respective Chaos Steles: Darkness for Lu Yan'an and Wind Shadow for Illusion Dream.
• Lu Yan'an spends a month digesting insights from the Chaos Stele, making significant progress in his law comprehension.

Character Developments

• Lu Yan'an: Shows dedication to his cultivation, making substantial progress in his law insights, particularly in the Laws of Time and Light.
• Illusion Dream: Exhibits curiosity about Lu Yan'an's choice of the Darkness Chaos Stele, hinting at his competitive nature.

Significant Themes

• The importance of law comprehension and foundation-building in cultivation.
• The interconnectedness of light and darkness as two sides of the same coin.
• The value of opportunities for contemplation, such as those provided by the Chaos Stele.

Character Interactions

• Lu Yan'an and Illusion Dream: Display friendly banter and mutual respect, with Illusion Dream showing interest in Lu Yan'an's choices and Lu Yan'an being open about his decisions.
• Lu Yan'an and Hisoka the Immortal: Hisoka expresses hope for Lu Yan'an's success in challenging the Tongtian Bridge, showing support and recognition of Lu Yan'an's potential.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lu Yan'an arrives in the Tongtian Bridge plane, a virtual universe with 52 bridges leading to different Chaos Steles.
• Guardian Bafen explains the purpose of the Tongtian Bridge: each level cleared grants an opportunity to contemplate a Chaos Stele.
• Lu Yan'an challenges the Darkness Tongtian Bridge, which has 29 levels.
• Powerful King Immortals gather to watch Lu Yan'an's challenge, including Shiyue King from the Darkness school.
• Lu Yan'an clears the first two levels effortlessly. At the third level, he chooses to fight a Martial Artist guardian.

Character Developments

• Lu Yan'an demonstrates his strength and confidence by challenging the bridge.
• Guardian Bafen shows pride and anticipation in Lu Yan'an's potential.
• Shiyue King and other King Immortals display interest and expectations for Lu Yan'an's performance.

Significant Themes

• Genius and Potential: Lu Yan'an's talent and potential are the focus of attention, with many powerful beings eager to witness his progress.
• Comprehension of Laws: The Tongtian Bridge represents the depth of one's understanding of laws, with each level signifying a higher level of comprehension.
• Competition and Rivalry: The gathering of powerful Immortals to watch Lu Yan'an hints at the competition and rivalry among the various schools and powers in the Virtual Universe.

Character Interactions

• Lu Yan'an interacts briefly with Guardian Bafen, showing respect and determination.
• Shiyue King and other King Immortals discuss and bet on Lu Yan'an's progress, displaying their interest and expectations.
• Lu Yan'an faces off against the Martial Artist guardian at the third level, setting the stage for a battle of strength and skill.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lu Yan'an, after his first contemplation of the Darkness Chaos Stele, passes the first three levels of the Tongtian Bridge, defeating gatekeepers with superior Law of Time comprehension.
• He uses a pseudo-Time Stasis secret technique to freeze the gatekeeper on the third level, but the gatekeeper breaks free, leading to a mutual destruction, which the Virtual Universe system counts as a pass.

Character Developments

• Lu Yan'an demonstrates exceptional Law of Time comprehension, far beyond what's expected of a newcomer to Chaos City.
• He maintains a calm and strategic mindset, even in intense battles, and shows no arrogance or complacency despite his achievements.

Significant Themes

• The importance of demonstrating one's value to gain resources and recognition in Chaos City.
• The struggle between talent and hard work, with Lu Yan'an's rapid progress raising questions about whether dissecting the essence of the Law of Time is truly that easy.

Character Interactions

• Lu Yan'an interacts with gatekeepers on the Tongtian Bridge, showcasing his skills and strategic thinking.
• Various Kings in Chaos City observe Lu Yan'an's progress, expressing shock and disbelief at his achievements.
• Lu Yan'an's actions and achievements spark discussions among the Kings about his potential and the limits of his cultivation progress.

Lu Yan'an visits the City Lord Mansion to continue contemplating the Darkness Chaos Stele. Kandri, the guardian, advises Lu Yan'an to break through to the Universe Level first to improve his talent and comprehension. Lu Yan'an returns home, asks Lord Shen to find breakthrough resources, and purchases a Golden Ancient Tree Fruit from the Virtual Universe Company treasury. After consuming the fruit, Lu Yan'an successfully breaks through to the Universe Level and experiences a significant improvement in his comprehension ability. He then decides to resume contemplating the Darkness Chaos Stele.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lu Yan'an enters the Darkness Chaos Stele's cultivation chamber for his second meditation session.
• He fully comprehends the first diagram's details and begins meditating on the second diagram.
• Seven days later, he's awoken by Kandri and leaves the chamber, satisfied with his progress.
• Lu Yan'an returns to his residence and begins closed-door cultivation to digest his gains.

Character Developments

• Lu Yan'an's understanding of the laws deepens significantly during his meditation, leading to a substantial increase in his analysis capabilities.
• He becomes more determined to make full use of his time in Chaos City to strengthen himself.

Significant Themes

• Rapid improvement in understanding and skill due to meditation on the Chaos Stele.
• The importance of making the most of available resources and time for cultivation.

Character Interactions

• Lu Yan'an interacts briefly with Kandri, who shows interest in Lu's progress and allows him to leave for further cultivation.
• Lu Yan'an's determination to improve is reinforced by his meditation gains and the visible operation of the universe's laws.