Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Stone Gate, a portal that opens every 100,000 years, is about to open.
• The City Lord of Holy Mountain City, Salaman Gulei, leads a group to the Stone Gate.
• The Stone Gate is guarded by abyssal thunder, and only those who can decipher its images can enter.
• The gate will remain open for a maximum of one year, and those who enter must exit within that time.

Character Developments

• Salaman Gulei, the City Lord, is revealed to be a descendant of Great Emperor Gulei and the leader of the Gulei Family, which has never entered the Stone Gate.
• Various Saints from different factions show interest in the Stone Gate, hoping to gain its secrets and become Great Emperors.

Significant Themes

• The pursuit of power and immortality, as represented by the desire to enter the Stone Gate and its potential secrets.
• The legacy of the past, with the Gulei Family upholding their ancestor's will and guarding Holy Mountain City.
• The risks and challenges of seeking greater power, as exemplified by the abyssal thunder guarding the Stone Gate.

Character Interactions

• Salaman Gulei interacts with the Saints, revealing information about the Stone Gate and his family's history.
• The Saints discuss and consider entering the Stone Gate, with some showing skepticism and others determination.
• Su Ke, watching from his spaceship, orders his subordinates to investigate the Stone Gate, feeling that something is amiss.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Ke realizes the importance of comprehending the Stone Gate's secrets before entering.
• Lyumila and others try to record the Stone Gate but fail due to an invisible force.
• Su Ke orders Lyumila to find a way for him to comprehend the Stone Gate from outside.
• Lyumila negotiates with other factions to allow more people to comprehend the Stone Gate from outside.
• A representative of the Sea People Race opposes Lyumila's request, leading to tension.

Character Developments

• Su Ke becomes more determined to understand the Stone Gate's secrets.
• Lyumila demonstrates her diplomatic skills and willingness to complete her master's tasks.

Significant Themes

• The allure and importance of the Stone Gate's secrets.
• The struggle for power and influence among different factions.
• The tension between individual ambition and collective rules.

Character Interactions

• Su Ke and Lyumila: Master and servant, with Lyumila following Su Ke's orders.
• Lyumila and other factions: Negotiating and persuading for Su Ke's request.
• Lyumila and the Sea People representative: Tension and provocation, leading to a standoff.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Ke arrives at Gulei Mountain in his C6-Class Spaceship, avoiding the Sea People.
• He meets Lyumila and other Stellar Rank experts at the entrance.
• Upon seeing the Stone Gate, Su Ke hears a voice saying "One who attains nirvana may enter and seize the opportunity."
• He learns that the Stone Gate's drawings are a test, and only those who pass can enter and obtain benefits.
• Su Ke decides to contemplate the first image on the Stone Gate, aiming to master it.

Character Developments

• Su Ke shows determination and seriousness in attempting to master the first image on the Stone Gate.
• A young girl from Holy Mountain City finds Su Ke charming and captivating.

Significant Themes

• Talent and its importance in cultivation and success.
• The difficulty and rarity of mastering the Stone Gate's images.
• The allure of the opportunity within the Stone Gate versus the risks involved.

Character Interactions

• Su Ke interacts briefly with Lyumila and other guards, treating them as equals for the time being.
• A young girl from Holy Mountain City takes an interest in Su Ke, admiring his appearance and wondering about his background.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Stone Gate opens, revealing a hazy, translucent view of the other side.
• Saints from various factions enter the Stone Gate in a pre-agreed order, starting with peak Saints.
• Su Ke allows Lyumila and Khair to enter, keeping Shi Du behind as his guard.
• Su Ke decides to cultivate and attempt to break through while waiting for his subordinates' updates.

Character Developments

• Su Ke demonstrates strategic thinking by sending Lyumila and Khair to increase their chances of breaking through to the Universe Rank.
• Shi Du shows loyalty and understanding by accepting Su Ke's decision to keep him behind.
• The Silver-Robed Girl shows interest in Su Ke but is deterred by his guards' icy glares.

Significant Themes

• Opportunity and Risk: The opening of the Stone Gate presents an opportunity for Saints to break through, but it also carries risks and dangers.
• Power Dynamics: The order of entry reflects the power dynamics among the factions, with peak Saints leading the way.
• Trust and Loyalty: Su Ke's subordinates demonstrate trust and loyalty by following his orders and accepting his decisions.

Character Interactions

• Su Ke interacts with Shi Du, Lyumila, and Khair, showing a mix of care, strategy, and trust in their abilities.
• The Silver-Robed Girl shows interest in Su Ke, but their interaction is brief and hindered by his guards' protective behavior.
• Su Ke's parents, Zuo Mu's family, and others watch the events unfold from a safe distance, expressing worry and hope for Su Ke's success.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Ke successfully makes an entry into the "Six Nirvana" technique after over ten days of attempts.
• He compares his progress to the "Eighteen Star Rays" technique and hopes that "Six Nirvana" can be improved more easily.
• The silver-robed girl, Lingyin, makes an entry into the technique one day after arriving, impressing her grandfather, City Lord Gulei.
• City Lord Gulei warns everyone that making an entry is easy, but improving is extremely difficult, and they have only one year to cultivate the technique before they will forget all related memories.
• After 126 days, Su Ke's progress in the "Six Nirvana" technique reaches 55% of the "First Nirvana" level.

Character Developments

• Su Ke gains confidence in his ability to improve the "Six Nirvana" technique and considers the possibility of completing the "First Nirvana Perfection" within a year.
• Lingyin demonstrates her talent and curiosity, asking questions about the technique and the universe.
• City Lord Gulei shows concern for his granddaughter's future and considers investigating Su Ke's background.

Significant Themes

• The importance of talent and hard work in cultivation and self-improvement.
• The struggle between optimism and pessimism in facing the vast and unknown universe.
• The pressure and urgency of making the most of a limited opportunity to cultivate the "Six Nirvana" technique.

Character Interactions

• Su Ke observes the progress of others and hopes he might be talented in this regard.
• Lingyin and City Lord Gulei communicate privately about her progress and her interest in Su Ke.
• Su Ke receives a message from Lyumila, informing him that she has broken through in her cultivation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lyumila successfully breaks through to Universe Rank on her own inside the Stone Gate.
• Su Ke connects to the Virtual Universe to communicate with Lyumila.
• Lyumila meets with Su Ke in the Virtual Universe to share her breakthrough news.
• Lyumila plans to help Khair compete for the opportunity in their world.

Character Developments

• Lyumila: Breaks through to Universe Rank, demonstrating her potential and resourcefulness.
• Su Ke: Realizes the value of Lyumila as a Universe Rank slave and encourages her to help Khair.

Significant Themes

• Luck and fortune: Su Ke acknowledges his good fortune in obtaining Lyumila as a Universe Rank slave.
• Personal growth: Lyumila's breakthrough shows her ability to adapt and improve in challenging circumstances.

Character Interactions

• Su Ke and Lyumila: Su Ke expresses surprise and pride in Lyumila's achievement, while Lyumila remains humble and dedicated to serving her master.
• Lyumila and Khair: Lyumila plans to assist Khair in competing for the opportunity in their world, showing camaraderie and loyalty to her fellow slaves.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Stone Gate shows signs of activity, indicating that a Great Emperor has been born inside.
• Su Ke receives messages from Lyumila and Khair, revealing that Khair has succeeded in obtaining the Great Emperor's opportunity.
• Khair shares his experience inside the Stone Gate, revealing that the Great Emperor's opportunity directly elevated him to Universe Rank 9 but prevented him from breaking through in the future.

Character Developments

• Khair breaks through to Universe Rank 9, becoming Su Ke's second Universe Rank servant.
• Khair learns the truth about the Great Emperor's opportunity and its limitations.
• Su Ke becomes more curious and determined to uncover the secret behind the planet's origin.

Significant Themes

• The curse of the Great Emperor's opportunity: rapid advancement but no hope of future growth.
• The extraordinary origin and secrets behind the planet.
• The power dynamics and factions surrounding the Stone Gate.

Character Interactions

• Su Ke and Khair meet in the Virtual Universe to discuss Khair's experience.
• The factions gathered around the Stone Gate react to the news of a new Great Emperor, with some planning to defect if the Great Emperor is not from their side.
• City Lord Gulei reassures his clansmen that the new Great Emperor will not take action against them within the one-year period.

Key Plot Points and Events

• News of a new Great Emperor spreads across Holy Mountain City.
• Khair and Lyumila emerge from the Stone Gate, having broken through to the Universe Rank.
• Khair reveals his new status as the Great Emperor, displaying his powerful aura.
• Various factions submit to Khair, acknowledging his authority.
• Khair announces he will continue contemplating the mysteries of the Stone Gate and delays the enthronement ceremony.

Character Developments

• Khair: Ascends to the rank of Great Emperor, demonstrating his power and authority.
• Lyumila: Returns with Khair, showing support for him.
• Su Ke: Remains calm and focused on cultivation, attracting attention due to his association with Khair and Lyumila.
• City Lord Gulei: Recognizes Khair's authority and seeks to understand the Great Emperor's plans.

Significant Themes

• Power and authority: The Great Emperor's power is absolute, instilling fear and respect in others.
• Respect for tradition: The factions acknowledge Khair's authority and follow the tradition of submitting to the Great Emperor.
• Uncertainty and fear: The unknown Great Emperor causes confusion, fear, and unease among the factions.

Character Interactions

• Khair and Lyumila: They return together, showing unity and support for each other.
• Khair and City Lord Gulei: They discuss the enthronement ceremony, with Khair asserting his authority.
• Various factions and Khair: The factions submit to Khair, acknowledging his power and authority.
• Su Ke and Lyumila: Lyumila flies to Su Ke's side, showing support and protection for him.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Sea People Alliance seeks to apologize to Su Ke (Khair) for Melissa's offense.
• Alice gives birth to twins, Su Bei and Su Ta.
• Su Ke completes the first level of Six Nirvana, triggering a unique reaction from the Stone Gate and causing him to disappear.

Character Developments

• Su Ke: Completes the first level of Six Nirvana, experiences a transformation, and gains an improvement in talent perception.
• Khair: Guards the Stone Gate, witnesses Su Ke's disappearance, and feels helpless to stop it.
• The Sea People: Realize the gravity of their situation and are willing to demonstrate sincerity to avoid Su Ke's wrath.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and respect: The Sea People's change in attitude highlights the importance of power and respect in their society.
• Cultivation and transformation: Su Ke's completion of the first level of Six Nirvana leads to a physical and spiritual transformation, emphasizing the profound effects of cultivation.
• Family and responsibility: Su Ke's visit to his family after his mother gives birth underscores the importance of family and his responsibilities towards them.

Character Interactions

• Su Ke and his family: Su Ke visits his family after his mother gives birth, showing affection and care for his new siblings.
• Su Ke and Khair: Khair witnesses Su Ke's disappearance and feels helpless, highlighting their unique bond and Khair's loyalty to Su Ke.
• The Sea People and Su Ke: The Sea People seek to apologize to Su Ke, demonstrating their fear and respect for his power.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Ke is pulled into the dark space after completing the First Nirvana Diagram.
• He encounters a voice in the darkness that reveals information about the Six Nirvana technique and its rewards.
• Su Ke learns that the Six Nirvana enhances cultivation talent, not physical bloodline, and that it's incredibly difficult to master.

Character Developments

• Su Ke's determination to cultivate the Six Nirvana to its limit grows after learning about its potential benefits.

Significant Themes

• The pursuit of power and cultivation.
• The distinction between outsiders and natives in the dark space.
• The difficulty and rarity of cultivating the Six Nirvana technique.

Character Interactions

• Su Ke interacts with the voice in the darkness, asking questions and receiving information about the Six Nirvana.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Ke encounters a voice in the darkness offering a cultivation technique and benefits.
• The voice reveals that the technique is incredibly difficult, even for a "peerless genius born once every ten million eras."
• Su Ke is given the choice to pick one of three treasures, each with different benefits.
• The voice in the darkness reveals that the treasures have a value difference of over ten thousand times.
• Su Ke asks the voice to choose for him, and it selects a metallic, plant-seed-like object and gives him a high-specification Space Ring.
• Su Ke is sent away by an invisible force of space.

Character Developments

• Su Ke demonstrates his resourcefulness and courage by asking the voice to choose for him, showing his ability to make tough decisions under uncertainty.
• The voice in the darkness shows a rare moment of interest and amusement in Su Ke's actions, hinting at a potential change in its initial cold demeanor.

Significant Themes

• The difficulty of cultivation and the pursuit of power.
• The value of choices and their consequences.
• The importance of trust and courage in uncertain situations.

Character Interactions

• Su Ke interacts with the voice in the darkness, demonstrating his ability to communicate and negotiate with an unknown and potentially dangerous entity.
• The voice in the darkness shows a rare moment of interest and amusement in Su Ke's actions, hinting at a potential change in its initial cold demeanor.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Ke returns from the Stone Gate trial, causing excitement among factions.
• Su Ke receives gifts, including beauties, from the Sea People.
• Su Ke decides to leave Holy Mountain City.
• The statue of Great Emperor Gulei disappears from the city square.

Character Developments

• Su Ke maintains his composure and indifference towards the natives' offerings and attention.
• City Lord Gulei shows concern and urgency over the missing statue.

Significant Themes

• Power and influence: Su Ke's return sparks excitement and curiosity, while City Lord Gulei's concern highlights the statue's importance to Holy Mountain City.
• Materialism vs. spiritual values: Su Ke's lack of interest in the beauties sent to him contrasts with the natives' attempts to gain favor through material offerings.

Character Interactions

• Su Ke and Lyumila share a smile, indicating their close relationship and understanding.
• City Lord Gulei interacts with his guards and the Gulei Family, demonstrating his leadership and concern for the city's well-being.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Ke and his group steal the ancestral statue from Holy Mountain City using Khair's Space Ring.
• They leave Gulei Planet and enter the Dark Universe.
• Su Ke obtains a unique, miraculous plant lifeform seed called the Death Star Vine from the entity in the Stone Gate.
• The Death Star Vine is a half-metal, half-plant lifeform that can devour entire planets to grow rapidly and is incredibly powerful.
• Su Ke plans to find a life planet to cultivate the Death Star Vine.

Character Developments

• Su Ke becomes more confident and bold after obtaining Khair, a Universe Rank 9 bodyguard.
• Su Ke is excited about the potential of the Death Star Vine and plans to cultivate it.

Significant Themes

• The vastness and mystery of the universe, with various lifeforms and unique treasures.
• The power dynamics and hierarchies within the universe, with Universe Rank 9 being a significant threshold.
• The consequences of cultivating powerful lifeforms like the Death Star Vine, which can cause destruction on a planetary scale.

Character Interactions

• Su Ke interacts with the entity in the Stone Gate, obtaining the Death Star Vine seed.
• Su Ke, Lyumila, and Khair work together to steal the ancestral statue from Holy Mountain City.
• Su Ke plans to find a life planet to cultivate the Death Star Vine with Khair's help.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Ke discovers a Death Star Vine, a rare and powerful plant life form, bound to him.
• The Death Star Vine requires life-bearing planets for cultivation, posing a challenge due to its slow growth rate and the risk of attracting unwanted attention.
• Su Ke decides to find uninhabited life-bearing planets to feed the vine while keeping a low profile.

Character Developments

• Su Ke demonstrates strategic thinking and caution, prioritizing the safety of his secret over rapid growth of the Death Star Vine.
• He shows resourcefulness and adaptability, considering various options to cultivate the vine despite his limited resources.

Significant Themes

• The power and rarity of the Death Star Vine highlight the theme of hidden strength and potential.
• The challenges Su Ke faces in cultivating the vine explore the themes of patience, resourcefulness, and the consequences of one's actions.

Character Interactions

• Su Ke interacts with the mysterious entity in the darkness, who gifts him the Death Star Vine, hinting at a potential benefactor or ally.
• Su Ke's internal monologue reveals his thought processes and plans, showcasing his character development and growth.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Ke, now wealthy, considers buying a house on Jialan Island.
• He meets with Executive Fitz of a large cosmic company to sell the Duoxing Stone statue.
• They negotiate and agree on a price of 11.62 trillion Jialan Coins.
• They sign a contract and set a time and place for the transaction in reality.

Character Developments

• Su Ke: Shows increased wealth and consideration for long-term plans (buying a house).
• Executive Fitz: Demonstrates professionalism and enthusiasm for the deal.

Significant Themes

• Wealth and its influence on lifestyle (Su Ke considering buying a house).
• Business transactions and their complexities (negotiating the statue's price and contract details).

Character Interactions

• Su Ke and Executive Fitz: Engage in polite and respectful negotiations, leading to a successful business agreement.

Summary

Plot Points and Events

• Su Ke sells a Duoxing Stone metal sculpture worth 11.62 trillion Jialan Coins to a company on Ailin Planet.
• The transaction is secure and successful, with no issues.
• Su Ke's destination is the remote Eclipse Moon Empire to avoid attention and potential tracking.

Character Developments

• Su Ke demonstrates his wealth and power by hiring Universe Rank bodyguards for the transaction.
• Manager Fitz, representing the company, shows respect and caution towards Su Ke due to his wealth and powerful bodyguards.

Significant Themes

• The power of wealth and influence in the universe.
• The importance of security and reputation in high-stakes transactions.
• The desire for privacy and secrecy in Su Ke's actions.

Character Interactions

• Su Ke and Manager Fitz meet for the transaction, with Manager Fitz showing deference to Su Ke.
• Su Ke's bodyguards, Lyumila and Khair, are present but concealed to avoid detection.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Ke, accompanied by Zuo Mu, Eloy, and Khair, visits the Imperial Office on Suguwa Planet to purchase a habitable planet.
• The minister presents several planets with poor living conditions, including Huoyang Planet, Qianye Planet, and Boke Planet.
• Su Ke selects Boke Planet, which is polluted by smog and has deformed life forms, for 690 billion Jialan Coins.
• The group embarks on a trip to Boke Planet for an on-site inspection.

Character Developments

• Su Ke demonstrates his determination and resolve in pursuing his goals, even when faced with adverse conditions.
• Zuo Mu expresses confusion about Su Ke's choice but supports his decision.
• Eloy shows trust in Su Ke's judgment, remaining silent despite her confusion.
• Su Kai and his wife show trust in their son's decisions, despite not knowing his reasons.

Significant Themes

• The high cost and rarity of habitable planets.
• The importance of trust and support among companions and family.
• The determination and resolve required to achieve one's goals.

Character Interactions

• Su Ke interacts with the minister, showing his resolve and decisiveness in purchasing Boke Planet.
• Zuo Mu and Eloy express confusion about Su Ke's choice but support his decision.
• Su Ke interacts with his parents, teasing them and reassuring them about his plans.
• The minister observes Su Ke's expressions, trying to gauge his reaction to the planets' conditions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Ke purchases the polluted and toxic planet Boke for 650 billion Jialan Coin after haggling.
• The planet is home to mutated, deformed creatures due to severe pollution and toxic gases.
• Su Ke and his companions explore the planet, finding it barren and uninhabitable without specialized survival bases.
• Zuo Mu engages in combat with the mutated creatures for practice, while Su Ke returns to the spaceship to cultivate.

Character Developments

• Su Ke demonstrates his negotiation skills and willingness to invest in a seemingly worthless planet for his long-term plans.
• Zuo Mu shows enthusiasm for combat and takes advantage of the unique environment to train.

Significant Themes

• The harsh and polluted environment of Boke Planet contrasts with the luxurious spaceship and comfortable living conditions Su Ke and his companions are accustomed to.
• The mutated creatures serve as a reminder of the consequences of environmental degradation and contamination.

Character Interactions

• Su Ke interacts with the Imperial Office official, negotiating the price of the planet.
• Zuo Mu seeks Su Ke's permission to engage in combat with the mutated creatures, demonstrating his loyalty and enthusiasm.
• Eloy and the other girls express their disinterest in the mutated creatures and prefer to stay on the spaceship, highlighting their refined tastes and preferences for comfortable living conditions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Ke purchases Boke Planet and becomes its lord, gaining citizenship in both the Jialan and Eclipse Moon Empires.
• He sets up a tight, advanced planetary defense system and buys B9-grade railguns for protection.
• Su Ke decides to cultivate the Death Star Vine.

Character Developments

• Su Ke: Becomes more confident and assertive in his decisions, showing a willingness to invest in his planet's security.
• Eloy: Undergoes a subtle transformation, becoming prettier and more graceful. She also seems to harbor feelings for Su Ke, though she hasn't acted on them yet.

Significant Themes

• The importance of wealth and resources in the universe, enabling one to purchase advanced technology and cultivate faster.
• The power dynamics and social hierarchy in the universe, with strength being supreme and determining one's status and potential partners.

Character Interactions

• Su Ke encounters Eloy on the spaceship, and she watches him leave with a furrowed brow, hinting at her growing feelings for him.
• Lyumila and Khair discuss Eloy's change in appearance and her possible feelings for Su Ke, showing a protective and observant attitude towards their master.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The chapter opens with Su Ke and his companions flying through a poisonous, nightmare-like landscape filled with mutated creatures.
• Su Ke sees lights in the distance and learns that Zuo Mu is still fighting against aberrant creatures.
• Su Ke, Khair, and Lyumila drill deep underground using a Telepathic Weapon to reach the planet's mantle.
• Su Ke binds with the Death Star Vine seed, losing a significant amount of blood in the process. The seed absorbs his blood and hatches, wrapping around his wrist.

Character Developments

• Su Ke demonstrates his concern for Zuo Mu's safety and his understanding of Zuo Mu's adventurous nature.
• Su Ke shows his determination and resilience in binding with the Death Star Vine, despite the significant blood loss involved.

Significant Themes

• The struggle for survival and power in a harsh, dangerous environment.
• The consequences of one's actions and the price of pursuing strength (Su Ke's blood loss).
• The bond between a cultivator and their weapon or companion (Su Ke and the Death Star Vine).

Character Interactions

• Su Ke, Khair, and Lyumila work together to reach the planet's mantle, demonstrating their teamwork and coordination.
• Su Ke shows concern for Zuo Mu's safety, indicating their friendship and mutual respect.