Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Ke, now 24, has reached the sixth rank of the Stellar Rank and the fourth level of Domain, impressing the mysterious Qiwu Haiqin.
• Zuo Mu arrives to invite Su Ke and Eloy to participate in the Universe Apprentice Mercenary assessment.
• They decide to leave the next day, entrusting their children to their parents' care.
• They travel to Tianye Planet to register as adventurers and prepare for the assessment.

Character Developments

• Su Ke and Eloy have grown significantly in strength, reaching the sixth Stellar Rank and fourth Domain level.
• Zuo Mu has matured and trained relentlessly for the assessment, showing determination and growth.

Significant Themes

• Family and Responsibility: Su Ke and Eloy leave their children with their parents, showing their love and responsibility towards their family.
• Ambition and Growth: Zuo Mu's determination to participate in the assessment highlights his ambition and growth as a character.

Character Interactions

• Su Ke and Eloy: They display a strong bond and mutual support, deciding together to participate in the assessment.
• Su Ke and Zuo Mu: Their friendship is evident as they agree to participate in the assessment together.
• Su Ke's Family: They show love and support for each other, with Su Ke and Eloy entrusting their children to their parents' care.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Ke and his group apply for the Universe Apprentice Mercenary assessment, which requires them to enter the World Lord World on Red Dragon Planet, obtain three Jade Beast Beads and one Poison Dragon Stone, and hand them over to the Universe Mercenary Alliance staff to pass the assessment.
• The mission is notoriously difficult with a low pass rate and strict anti-cheating measures.
• They encounter a book vendor and another group of applicants, including a familiar face from Eloy's uncle's adventurer team.
• Zuo Mu reunites with Lika, an old acquaintance from the Duel Space of the Killing Field, who is also taking the assessment.

Character Developments

• Su Ke: Shows concern for Zuo Mu's feelings and is observant of others' reactions.
• Eloy: Displays directness and concern for Zuo Mu's feelings.
• Zuo Mu: Reveals his likeness for Lika and his eagerness to get to know her better.

Significant Themes

• Friendship and camaraderie among the group.
• The difficulty and danger of the Universe Apprentice Mercenary assessment.
• Zuo Mu's romantic interest in Lika.

Character Interactions

• Su Ke, Eloy, and Zuo Mu discuss their assessment mission and strategies.
• Zuo Mu reunites with Lika, expressing his desire to keep in touch.
• Su Ke, Eloy, and Zuo Mu discuss Zuo Mu's feelings for Lika.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Ke and his group arrive at Red Dragon Planet for the Universe Apprentice Mercenary assessment.
• They enter the Red Dragon World through a waterfall, which serves as the entrance to the World Lord World.
• Upon entering, they are scattered to different locations within the Red Dragon World.

Character Developments

• Zuo Mu shows concern for Su Ke's future and hopes he can survive the assessment.
• Eloy is revealed to be the only successor of her organization, making her more precious and carefully protected.
• Zuo Mu expresses his dislike for joining organizations due to their harsh methods of cultivating young elites.

Significant Themes

• The dangers and harsh realities of the Universe Apprentice Mercenary assessment.
• The power dynamics and ruthless nature of organizations cultivating their young elites.
• The mysterious and unknown aspects of World Lord Worlds and their entrances.

Character Interactions

• Su Ke and his group interact with other participants, observing the large groups from various factions.
• Zuo Mu shares his thoughts on organizations with Su Ke and Eloy, revealing his experiences in the killing fields.
• The group holds hands before entering the Red Dragon World to avoid being scattered to different locations.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Ke and his team arrive in the Red Dragon World, a vast watery planet with intense gravity.
• They must navigate using the sun's position and avoid dangerous areas like monster nests and natural hazards.
• They discuss whether to travel above or below water to avoid monster attacks.
• They are attacked by aquatic monsters resembling red crocodiles.

Character Developments

• Su Ke demonstrates strategic thinking and knowledge about the Red Dragon World's dangers.
• Eloy shows concern for their safety, highlighting his responsibility as a team member.
• Zuo Mu reveals a ruthless side, suggesting they rob other teams if necessary.

Significant Themes

• The harsh and unpredictable nature of the Red Dragon World, reflecting the challenges of the assessment.
• The importance of teamwork and strategic planning for survival.
• The ruthless competition among adventurers, emphasizing the "survival of the fittest" theme.

Character Interactions

• Su Ke, Eloy, and Zuo Mu discuss their strategy, showcasing their teamwork and mutual respect for each other's opinions.
• The bodyguards protect Su Ke, demonstrating their loyalty and commitment to their roles.
• The aquatic monsters' attack highlights the danger and unpredictability of the Red Dragon World, forcing the team to act quickly and decisively.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The group encounters a pack of Red-Scaled Crocodiles and narrowly escapes.
• They decide to fly slowly and cautiously to avoid unknown dangers.
• They witness a massive water column tornado that sucks in everything in its path, including other adventurers.

Character Developments

• Su Ke demonstrates his strategic thinking and caution, prioritizing the group's safety.
• Eloy shows her quick thinking and resourcefulness by suggesting the use of a spaceship for faster travel.
• Zuo Mu displays his eagerness for battle but also listens to Su Ke's advice.

Significant Themes

• The vast and dangerous nature of the Red Dragon World.
• The importance of caution and strategic planning in the face of unknown dangers.
• The power dynamics of the world, with even Stellar Rank individuals being vulnerable to certain threats.

Character Interactions

• Su Ke, Eloy, and Zuo Mu work together to make decisions for the group.
• The group members rely on each other for support and survival.
• The group witnesses the tragic fate of other adventurers, reinforcing their determination to stay vigilant.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The team arrives in the Red Dragon World, a vast expanse of water shrouded in fog, making long-distance observation difficult.
• Su Ke and Zuo Mu discuss using their C Rank spaceship to navigate the world, deciding to use it for its detection capabilities while keeping a low profile.
• On the fifth day, they encounter Lika's squad being pursued by another team. Zuo Mu orders the spaceship to intercept, but they arrive too late to save Lika, who is killed.

Character Developments

• Zuo Mu shows concern for Lika, revealing a more caring side to his character.
• Lika's death deeply affects Zuo Mu, hinting at his growing attachment to her.

Significant Themes

• The harsh and unforgiving nature of the Universe Apprentice Mercenary examination.
• The theme of loss and the consequences of inaction, as Zuo Mu arrives too late to save Lika.

Character Interactions

• Zuo Mu and Su Ke discuss the use of the spaceship, showing a level of trust and cooperation between them.
• Zuo Mu's interaction with Lika's squad reveals his protective instincts and growing affection for her.
• The green-spiked-hair youth's decision to abandon Lika highlights the ruthless nature of the examination and the importance of status and power.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zuo Mu's girlfriend, Lika, dies, and he seeks revenge.
• Su Ke and Eloy help Zuo Mu chase down the culprits.
• Su Ke and his team encounter a ten-man squad from the Star Sea Divine Kingdom, one of the three holy lands in the Jialan Empire.
• Su Ke kills three Stellar Rank 9 members of the Star Sea Divine Kingdom with a single blade strike.

Character Developments

• Zuo Mu: Struggles with the loss of Lika and seeks revenge, showing his emotional vulnerability.
• Su Ke: Demonstrates his power and confidence, killing three Stellar Rank 9 opponents with ease.
• Eloy: Uses a secret technique to bewilder a Stellar Rank 9 Psychic Master, showcasing her strength and skill.

Significant Themes

• Revenge and its consequences.
• The power dynamics and politics of the Jialan Empire.
• The disparity in strength between characters and its impact on their actions.

Character Interactions

• Su Ke, Eloy, and Zuo Mu: Show brotherly solidarity and support each other in their actions.
• Su Ke and the Star Sea Divine Kingdom members: Display mutual hostility and intent to fight.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Ke, empowered by the Death Star Vine, effortlessly kills three Stellar Rank 9 martial artists from the Star Sea Divine Kingdom squad.
• The remaining squad members attempt to flee, but Su Ke uses the Death Star Vine to kill them all.
• Su Ke and his group find Jade Beast Beads among the slain squad's belongings, which they need for the trainee mercenary assessment.
• They spot Gourd Island, one of the Twelve Islands, where they expect to find more Jade Beast Beads.
• Zuo Mu rejoins the group after a day of mourning Lika, acting as if nothing had happened.

Character Developments

• Su Ke demonstrates his overwhelming power and ruthlessness when possessed by the Death Star Vine.
• Zuo Mu struggles with Lika's death but ultimately chooses to move on, reverting to his usual arrogant self.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics: Su Ke's display of power allows him to dominate others and maintain his sense of justice.
• The cost of conflict: The Star Sea Divine Kingdom squad's pursuit of others leads to their own demise.
• Resilience: Zuo Mu's ability to bounce back from emotional trauma is highlighted.

Character Interactions

• Su Ke and his group work together to complete their mission, with each member contributing their unique skills.
• Su Ke and Eloy tacitly support Zuo Mu as he deals with Lika's death.
• The bodyguards express their awe and loyalty to their powerful masters.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The squad led by the burly tiger-headed man suffers heavy losses, with only six members left.
• The Blood Spring Society dispatches several hundred Stellar Rank 9 squads to search for the bald, sharp-eared man (Su Ke's team member).
• Universe Rank powerhouses from the Blood Spring Society and the Universe Mercenary Alliance guard the outside of the Red Dragon World, waiting for the assessment to end.
• Su Ke's team encounters a group of people from the Blood Spring Society chasing another squad.

Character Developments

• The tiger-headed man's leadership is questioned, and he threatens to abandon the team if they don't listen to him.
• Su Ke's team remains vigilant and observant, showing their cautious nature.
• The Blood Spring Society's determination to capture the bald, sharp-eared man is evident, revealing their desperation to find the treasure's location.

Significant Themes

• Survival and Adaptation: Teams must adapt to the harsh environment and dangerous encounters to survive the assessment.
• Power Dynamics: The Universe Mercenary Alliance's rules and the Blood Spring Society's desperation highlight the power struggle between organizations.
• Trust and Leadership: The tiger-headed man's threats emphasize the importance of trust and effective leadership within teams.

Character Interactions

• The tiger-headed man's interaction with his team reveals his authority and the team's dependence on his experience.
• Su Ke's team interacts with the group being chased, showing their caution and observation skills.
• The Universe Rank powerhouses' interaction hints at the tension and cooperation between the Universe Mercenary Alliance and the Blood Spring Society.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Ke and his team encounter the Blood Spring Society pursuing a bald, pointed-eared man.
• Su Ke decides to eliminate the Blood Spring Society to prevent any information leakage.
• Su Ke uses his Death Star Vine to swiftly and brutally massacre the Blood Spring Society members.
• Su Ke and his team gather the spoils of war, including Jade Beast Beads, which they need to leave the island.

Character Developments

• The bald, pointed-eared man shows his guilt and concern for his friend, Theo, but also his desire for revenge against the Blood Spring Society.
• Su Ke demonstrates his ruthless and decisive nature in battle, showing no mercy to his enemies.
• Eloy and Zuo Mu show their hatred towards the Blood Spring Society due to past grievances.

Significant Themes

• Revenge and the desire to right past wrongs.
• The power of nature and plant life, represented by Su Ke's Death Star Vine.
• The ruthlessness and decisiveness required in battle, particularly against powerful enemies.

Character Interactions

• The bald, pointed-eared man and Theo show their friendship and concern for each other.
• Su Ke, Eloy, and Zuo Mu work together as a team, showing unity and trust in their actions.
• Su Ke, Eloy, and Zuo Mu share their gains and plans, showing camaraderie and mutual support.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Blood Spring Society loses contact with four elite squads on Gourd Island, leading to an investigation with no leads.
• Su Ke and his group arrive at the Poison Dragon Abyss, a massive crater filled with toxic mist and cave entrances, where the Poison Dragon Stones are located.
• They decide to guard the top of the crater to snatch Poison Dragon Stones from the toxic water surges or from other squads.
• After finding three secret caves marked on their map, they discover that two have already been occupied by other squads. The third one is empty, and they hide inside to monitor the area.

Character Developments

• The alluring black-winged woman of Universe Rank shows concern and determination in investigating the lost squads.
• Su Ke and his group demonstrate their strategic thinking and adaptability in planning to obtain the Poison Dragon Stones.

Significant Themes

• Danger and Risk: The Poison Dragon Abyss is an extremely dangerous place where even Domain Lords can perish, highlighting the high stakes and risks involved in the assessment.
• Adaptability and Strategy: Su Ke and his group must adapt to the environment and use strategic planning to increase their chances of success.
• Uncertainty and Limited Information: The toxic mist and limited psychic power range create uncertainty and make it difficult for squads to monitor their surroundings effectively.

Character Interactions

• Su Ke and his group discuss their plans and strategies, demonstrating their teamwork and mutual respect for each other's opinions.
• The group encounters other squads occupying secret caves, leading to tense interactions and warnings.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Teams search for Poison Dragon Stones above the Poison Dragon Abyss.
• A Poison Dragon Stone is spotted, leading to a chaotic fight among teams.
• An earthquake occurs, causing all openings to erupt with black water simultaneously.
• A massive column of black water forms a towering figure, which speaks in an ancient voice.

Character Developments

• Su Ke and his team observe and analyze other teams' strategies without intervening.
• Su Ke practices "Six Nirvana" and cultivates his Gene Origin Energy during the wait.

Significant Themes

• Competition and struggle for resources (Poison Dragon Stones).
• The dangers and mysteries of the Poison Dragon Abyss.
• The ancient and powerful entity awakening in the abyss.

Character Interactions

• Teams compete and clash over the Poison Dragon Stone.
• Su Ke and his team discuss and strategize together.
• No direct interactions among teams are shown, only their actions and reactions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A giant, formed from the black water of the Poison Dragon Pool, appears and announces that treasures will emerge at regular intervals over the next 36 days, with the number of treasures decreasing each time but their tier increasing.
• The treasures are scattered randomly across the continent, attracting thousands of Stellar Rank adventurers and mercenaries.

Character Developments

• Su Ke and his team discuss the implications of the giant's appearance and the treasures.
• A white-clad girl from the "Illusion Moon Divine Kingdom" speculates about the giant's origins and plans to report the news to her organization while also aiming to seize a treasure for herself.

Significant Themes

• Opportunity and Risk: The treasures represent an opportunity for the adventurers, but also carry significant risks, as powerful factions and experts are likely to be drawn to the Red Dragon World.
• Power Dynamics: The appearance of the giant and the treasures highlights the power dynamics between the Universe Mercenary Alliance, the various factions, and the individual adventurers.

Character Interactions

• Su Ke and his team discuss the situation and the potential dangers of competing for the treasures.
• The white-clad girl from the "Illusion Moon Divine Kingdom" considers reporting the news to her organization and seizing a treasure for herself, showing her ambition and cunning.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The thousand-meter giant collapses, revealing Poison Dragon Stones, triggering a chaotic scramble among adventurers.
• Su Ke's group obtains five Poison Dragon Stones without engaging in the chaos.
• News of the events in the "Poison Dragon Abyss" reaches various factions, including the Blood Spring Society, the Jialan Empire, and powerful reclusive figures.
• A golden-armored figure from the Machine Race and the God Lord of Illusion Moon Divine Kingdom prepare to journey to the Red Dragon World.

Character Developments

• Su Ke demonstrates strategic thinking by avoiding the chaotic struggle for Poison Dragon Stones and prioritizing his group's safety.
• The golden-armored figure from the Machine Race and the God Lord of Illusion Moon Divine Kingdom show interest in the events, hinting at their potential involvement and growth in power.

Significant Themes

• Ambition vs. Caution: Su Ke's group shows ambition in seeking treasures but also demonstrates caution in avoiding unnecessary danger.
• Power Dynamics: The involvement of various factions, including the Blood Spring Society, the Jialan Empire, and powerful reclusive figures, highlights the complex power dynamics at play.

Character Interactions

• Su Ke and his group work together to obtain Poison Dragon Stones without engaging in the chaotic fight.
• The golden-armored figure and the God Lord of Illusion Moon Divine Kingdom interact with their subordinates, showing their authority and influence.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Yarmosen, a World Lord, is stopped by Vanasu, a special envoy from the Universe Mercenary Alliance, from entering the Red Dragon World due to an order from the Red Dragon Army Lord.
• The Red Dragon World is an assessment world designated by the Universe Mercenary Alliance, and no unauthorized individuals are allowed inside during the assessment period.
• Yarmosen learns that the Red Dragon Army Lord issued the order, making it impossible for him and other powerful figures to intervene inside the world.
• The Stellar Rankers inside the Red Dragon World become the crucial force in the subsequent struggle for treasures.

Character Developments

• Yarmosen: Realizes the gravity of the situation and the identity of the person behind the order, leading him to strategize with other World Lords instead of forcing his way in.
• Vanasu: Demonstrates her authority and knowledge of the situation, successfully blocking Yarmosen's entry.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and hierarchies within the Universe Mercenary Alliance and the Jialan Empire.
• The importance of strategic thinking and adaptability in the face of unexpected obstacles.
• The value of Stellar Rankers and their potential influence on the outcome of the struggle for treasures.

Character Interactions

• Yarmosen and Vanasu: Their interaction highlights the power imbalance and the consequences of defying the Universe Mercenary Alliance's rules.
• Yarmosen and other World Lords: They collaborate to strategize and discuss their next move, showcasing their shared interests and the importance of unity among the 27 Great Families.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Red Dragon World is in turmoil due to the upcoming treasure waves.
• Su Ke and his companions decide to join a faction for protection.
• Su Ke contacts Domain Lord Antona, who offers to back them and allows them to join the Blade of Doomsday, one of the seven major organizations.

Character Developments

• Su Ke demonstrates strategic thinking by considering the importance of backing in the Red Dragon World.
• Antona reveals her dual role as an external deacon of the Virtual Universe Company's Jialan Branch and a high-ranking member of the Blade of Doomsday.

Significant Themes

• The importance of backing and alliances in a chaotic environment.
• The power dynamics between factions and organizations.

Character Interactions

• Su Ke interacts with Domain Lord Antona for the first time, seeking her backing.
• Antona offers her support to Su Ke and his companions, showing interest in the treasures they might obtain.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Ke successfully joins the Blade of Doomsday faction in the Virtual Universe.
• Upon returning to reality, Su Ke learns that various factions are recruiting freelance adventurers for the treasure competition.
• The Blade of Doomsday assigns Su Ke and his group to their camp, with freedom to move but bearing personal consequences for their actions.

Character Developments

• Su Ke demonstrates strategic thinking and decisiveness in joining the Blade of Doomsday.
• Eloy shows concern for Su Ke's well-being and is worried about the implications of joining a faction.
• Zhakex, a Blade of Doomsday elite, is introduced as reasonable and courteous.

Significant Themes

• The importance of factions and connections in the power landscape.
• The allure of wealth and power, driving various factions to recruit adventurers.
• The anticipation and uncertainty surrounding the treasure's appearance.

Character Interactions

• Su Ke and Eloy discuss the recruitment efforts and conditions offered by various factions.
• Su Ke and his group interact with Zhakex, who assigns them to the Blade of Doomsday camp.
• Zuo Mu expresses his excitement about the upcoming treasure reveal and their new faction status.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Thousands of Stellar Rank warriors from the Blood Spring Society, clad in dark red combat suits, join the Twelfth Prince of the Jialan Empire, strengthening his forces.
• The Twelfth Prince and the Fifteenth Princess are revealed to be siblings, with the prince aiming to secure the Red Dragon World's treasures to secure his future as emperor.
• 108 treasures fall from the sky across the continent, with seven falling near the Poison Dragon Abyss.
• The Jialan Imperial Court and seven major independent organizations form temporary coalitions to retrieve the treasures, but they quickly split up due to internal disagreements.

Character Developments

• Su Ke and his group join the independent organization Blade of Doomsday but act independently.
• The Twelfth Prince demonstrates his ambition and strategic thinking by recruiting the Blood Spring Society and forming a powerful coalition.

Significant Themes

• Ambition and power dynamics within the Jialan Imperial Court and its factions.
• The allure of treasure and the chaos it causes among various factions.
• The temporary nature of alliances and the difficulty of maintaining unity among diverse groups.

Character Interactions

• The Twelfth Prince and the Fifteenth Princess display a close sibling relationship, working together to strengthen their position.
• Su Ke and his group secretly leave the Blade of Doomsday to pursue the treasures on their own, showcasing their independence and initiative.
• The leaders of the seven major independent organizations confer briefly but ultimately fail to maintain a united front due to their internal rivalries.

Key Plot Points and Events

+ Tens of thousands of adventurers swarm out across the Central Continent, each with their own mission objectives.
+ Su Ke's spaceship arrives first at the nearest treasure landing site, avoiding other factions and collecting treasures.
+ The spaceship encounters monsters but is easily dispatched by Eloy's Ice Blood Sunflower.
+ Su Ke retrieves a metal box containing a Spatial Storage Device, which holds a Calming Stone worth 10 billion Universe Coins.

Character Developments

+ Su Ke demonstrates caution and strategic planning in approaching the treasure site and opening the metal box.
+ Eloy showcases her powerful Ice Blood Sunflower, capable of swiftly defeating Stellar Rank monsters.
+ Zuo Mu expresses surprise and excitement at the value of the Calming Stone.

Significant Themes

+ Greed and temptation, as adventurers are driven mad by the immense wealth represented by the treasures.
+ The disparity between the wealth of Stellar Rank adventurers and Domain Lords, highlighting the potential life-changing impact of finding a treasure chest.

Character Interactions

+ Su Ke and the others work together to retrieve the treasure, with Su Ke taking the lead in opening the box and inspecting the contents.
+ The group shares their excitement and amazement at the value of the Calming Stone.
+ The adventurers across the Central Continent interact indirectly through their shared goal of finding treasures, leading to increased competition and greed.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Ke and his team, using a spaceship, race to collect treasures from the meteor crashes across the Red Dragon World.
• They encounter various challenges, from easy finds to dangerous locations and even encounters with other teams.
• After collecting around 20 chests, they decide to search for one more before ending their hunt to avoid potential conflicts with other factions.
• Meanwhile, the Twelfth Prince and Fifteenth Princess of the Jialan Empire, also using a spaceship, are collecting treasures and consider targeting other treasure hunters.

Character Developments

• Su Ke demonstrates his determination and strategic thinking in collecting treasures while avoiding unnecessary conflicts.
• The Twelfth Prince and Fifteenth Princess show their ambition and ruthlessness in considering targeting other treasure hunters.

Significant Themes

• The struggle for wealth and power, and the consequences of such ambition.
• The use of advanced technology (spaceships) to gain an advantage in a dangerous world.

Character Interactions

• Su Ke and his team work together, with Su Ke making strategic decisions.
• The Twelfth Prince and Fifteenth Princess interact, showing their sibling bond and shared ambition.