Chapter Summaries

Zhou Ze traveled with Ice Peak Lord through the Universe Sea to the Tilted Peak Realm, where Human Race and Hong Alliance experts gathered to welcome him. The chapter ended with Zhou Ze greeting the eleven Universe Masters waiting at their temporary base.

• Ice Peak Lord explained the Primordial Universe’s vastness and warned Zhou Ze that getting lost in the Universe Sea could leave travelers stranded for eras.
• Ice Peak Lord guided Zhou Ze through mapped wormholes and teleportation routes, passing a damaged miniature universe on the way.
• Zhou Ze and Ice Peak Lord reached the Tilted Peak Realm, and Ice Peak Lord described its dangerous Outer Region, Inner Domain, and Core Land.
• The two crossed the Outer Region and arrived at the Human Race’s gathering point on a celestial rock.
• Peng Gong Lord, You Hou Lord, Golden Radiance Lord, and eight other Universe Masters welcomed Zhou Ze, who explained why he had kept a low profile before.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhou Ze, now a Universe Lord, is welcomed by thirteen other Universe Lords in the divine hall of Tilted Peak Realm.
• The Universe Lords express their respect and gratitude towards Zhou Ze for his guidance to their races' powerhouses and geniuses.
• Chaos City Lord initiates a toast to Zhou Ze's longevity and prosperity, following the custom of Universe Sea adventurers.
• Flint Lord warns Zhou Ze about the dangers posed by powerhouses from the First Reincarnation Era and those who might covet his strength.
• After the gathering, Golden Radiance Lord thanks Zhou Ze for his guidance towards Bubble and expresses his worries about Bubble's ambition.

Character Developments

• Zhou Ze maintains his humble and magnanimous demeanor, winning the respect of the Universe Lords.
• Flint Lord shows concern for Zhou Ze's safety, revealing his nosy nature.
• Golden Radiance Lord expresses his affection and worry for Bubble, showing his protective side.

Significant Themes

• Respect and gratitude towards Zhou Ze for his guidance.
• The dangers and customs of venturing into Universe Sea.
• The desperation of powerhouses from the First Reincarnation Era.
• The protective nature of parents or mentors towards their children or disciples.

Character Interactions

• Zhou Ze interacts warmly with the Universe Lords, winning their favor.
• Flint Lord and Zhou Ze have a brief exchange, with Flint Lord expressing his concerns.
• Zhou Ze and Golden Radiance Lord have a heart-to-heart conversation about Bubble's ambition.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Golden Radiance Lord seeks Zhou Ze's guidance, offering a pinnacle supreme treasure in exchange.
• Zhou Ze tests Golden Radiance Lord's Secret Art, finding it flawed and weak despite his high combat strength.
• Zhou Ze agrees to guide Golden Radiance Lord on improving his Secret Art.

Character Developments

• Golden Radiance Lord: Realizes his Secret Art's flaws and becomes eager to improve under Zhou Ze's guidance.
• Zhou Ze: Demonstrates his exceptional understanding of Secret Arts, even at his current Universe Overlord level.

Significant Themes

• The importance of Secret Arts in determining a Universe Master's strength, separate from their combat prowess.
• The value of guidance and mentorship in improving one's abilities.

Character Interactions

• Zhou Ze and Golden Radiance Lord: Zhou Ze tests and guides Golden Radiance Lord, while Golden Radiance Lord seeks Zhou Ze's help to improve his Secret Art.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhou Ze leaves Golden Radiance Lord after teaching him Secret Arts.
• Zhou Ze enters the Universe Sea, aiming to absorb chaotic airflow to solve his energy shortage.
• Zhou Ze discovers he can transform chaotic airflow into his internal world's origin energy, making energy supply unlimited.

Character Developments

• Zhou Ze: Realizes he can absorb chaotic airflow to fuel his internal worlds, ensuring unlimited energy supply. He deploys his clones across the Universe Sea to maximize energy intake.

Significant Themes

• Energy and its source: The chapter emphasizes the importance of energy for cultivators and the discovery of chaotic airflow as a limitless energy source for Zhou Ze.
• Growth and development: Zhou Ze's internal worlds grow larger, increasing their energy intake and transformation efficiency.

Character Interactions

• Zhou Ze and Golden Radiance Lord: Zhou Ze teaches Golden Radiance Lord Secret Arts, and they discuss future guidance opportunities.
• Zhou Ze and his clones: Zhou Ze deploys his clones across the Universe Sea to maximize energy intake and transformation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhou Ze, a Universe Master, spends most of his time in the Universe Sea, absorbing chaotic airflow and comprehending Secret Arts.
• Ganwu Country Lord, a high-level Venerable, waits on Primordial Star No. 0365 for a high-level supreme treasure to emerge.
• Bixin Venerable, another high-level Venerable, arrives on the same Primordial Star, seeking revenge on Ganwu Country Lord.
• Ganwu Country Lord reveals his true strength, a Universe Overlord-level power, and counterattacks Bixin Venerable.

Character Developments

• Zhou Ze continues to improve his skills and lives a peaceful life, satisfied with his progress.
• Ganwu Country Lord, driven by revenge and the desire for a high-level supreme treasure, reveals his true strength and power level.
• Bixin Venerable, confident in his abilities, underestimates Ganwu Country Lord and pays the price.

Significant Themes

• Patience and Persistence: Ganwu Country Lord's patience in waiting for the right moment to strike and his persistence in seeking revenge.
• Revenge: The driving force behind Ganwu Country Lord's actions and the catalyst for the conflict.
• Power and Strength: The characters' power levels and abilities are emphasized, with Ganwu Country Lord's true strength being the turning point in the conflict.

Character Interactions

• Ganwu Country Lord and Bixin Venerable's interaction is characterized by animosity and a power struggle, culminating in a battle.
• Zhou Ze's interactions with his avatars are minimal, as they act independently, and he focuses on his own growth.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ganwu Country Lord (Moneyless Country Lord) defeats Bixin Venerable by ambushing him and using a combination of powerful attacks, a domain-type supreme treasure, and a secret art that targets the soul.
• Bixin Venerable, despite his universe-overlord level power, is unable to break free and chooses to self-destruct, but Ganwu Country Lord uses a special power to put him into soul slumber and enslaves him.
• Ganwu Country Lord then breaks through to become a Universe Master on Primordial Star 0365, causing a massive black-and-white vortex to appear and drawing the attention of many powerhouses and races.

Character Developments

• Ganwu Country Lord: Becomes significantly more powerful, enslaves Bixin Venerable, and breaks through to become a Universe Master.
• Bixin Venerable: Is defeated, enslaved, and loses his freedom.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and the consequences of underestimating one's enemies.
• The unpredictability of fate and the will of the universe.
• The importance of guidance and mentorship (Ganwu Country Lord's growth is partly due to Saint Master's guidance).

Character Interactions

• Ganwu Country Lord vs. Bixin Venerable: A fierce battle ends with Bixin Venerable's enslavement.
• Ganwu Country Lord and Bixin Venerable (after enslavement): Bixin Venerable kneels before Ganwu Country Lord with respect, marking a significant shift in their power dynamic.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ganwu Country Lord breaks through to become a Universe Lord, causing a sensation across the Primordial Star and the Primordial Universe.
• News of Ganwu's breakthrough spreads rapidly, surprising and exciting various races.
• Chaos City Lord and Giant Axe Founder express shock and disbelief at Ganwu's achievement.
• Zhou Ze, in Chaos City, is also surprised and speculates about the reasons behind Ganwu's breakthrough.
• Ganwu Country Lord arrives at Chaos City, where he meets Chaos City Lord.

Character Developments

• Ganwu Country Lord: Becomes a Universe Lord, gains confidence, and is now more assertive in his interactions with Chaos City Lord.
• Chaos City Lord: Shows surprise and disbelief at Ganwu's breakthrough, teases Ganwu about his past recklessness, and acknowledges Ganwu's growth.

Significant Themes

• Achievement and Recognition: Ganwu's breakthrough brings him recognition and respect from others, highlighting the importance of achievements in the universe.
• Growth and Change: Ganwu's transformation from a Venerable to a Universe Lord demonstrates personal growth and change, challenging others' expectations.
• Luck and Opportunity: Zhou Ze's speculation about Ganwu's breakthrough emphasizes the role of luck and opportunity in achieving major milestones.

Character Interactions

• Ganwu Country Lord and Chaos City Lord: Their interaction showcases their evolving relationship, with Ganwu now more confident and assertive, and Chaos City Lord acknowledging Ganwu's growth and achievements.
• Ganwu Country Lord and Zhou Ze: Though they don't interact directly in this chapter, Zhou Ze's thoughts about Ganwu's breakthrough highlight his surprise and curiosity about the event.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ganwu Country Lord, after breaking through to Universe Lord and studying Earth's culture, decides to take Zhou Ze as his master.
• He publicly kneels and makes his request outside Zhou Ze's mansion, causing a stir in Chaos City and the Human Race.
• Zhou Ze, initially surprised and speechless, eventually comes out to address Ganwu Country Lord.

Character Developments

• Ganwu Country Lord: Becomes a Universe Lord and, driven by his experiences and understanding of Zhou Ze, decides to take Zhou Ze as his master, demonstrating his resolve and humility.
• Zhou Ze: Initially taken aback by Ganwu Country Lord's request, he eventually accepts the situation and decides to address it.

Significant Themes

• Humility and Respect: Ganwu Country Lord's actions highlight these qualities, as he publicly takes a master despite being a Universe Lord himself.
• The Power of Guidance: Zhou Ze's guidance, even without him taking Ganwu Country Lord as a disciple, has significantly influenced Ganwu's growth and understanding.

Character Interactions

• Zhou Ze and Ganwu Country Lord: Their relationship evolves from a potential master-disciple dynamic to a reversed one, with Ganwu Country Lord now seeking to take Zhou Ze as his master.
• Ganwu Country Lord and the Public: Ganwu's public declaration draws attention and discussion from the people of Chaos City and the Human Race, with many expressing surprise and confusion.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ganwu Country Lord, now a Universe Master, approaches Zhou Ze to become his disciple.
• Zhou Ze, initially hesitant due to their past, agrees after Ganwu's resolute display.
• They enter Zhou Ze's residence, leaving behind stunned onlookers.
• News spreads throughout the Human Race, causing astonishment and admiration.

Character Developments

• Ganwu Country Lord: Shows remarkable determination, humility, and resolve in seeking Zhou Ze as his teacher, despite their past roles.
• Zhou Ze: Initially hesitant, he eventually accepts Ganwu as a disciple, demonstrating understanding and acceptance of Ganwu's resolve.

Significant Themes

• Humility and Determination: Ganwu's actions highlight the importance of humility and determination in achieving one's goals, even in the face of past embarrassments.
• Mentorship and Guidance: The chapter emphasizes the role of mentors and guidance in personal growth, with Zhou Ze's acceptance of Ganwu as a disciple underscoring this theme.

Character Interactions

• Zhou Ze and Ganwu Country Lord: Their interaction is marked by a reversal of roles, with Ganwu's determination and humility ultimately convincing Zhou Ze to accept him as a disciple.
• Onlookers and the Human Race: The reaction of onlookers and the wider Human Race is one of astonishment, admiration, and respect for Ganwu's actions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhou Ze's disciples gather on his private island, including Ganwu Country Lord, who has recently become Zhou Ze's disciple.
• Luo Feng reveals he's been in seclusion, comprehending Secret Arts in the Beast God Realm.
• Ganwu Country Lord introduces himself to his senior brothers.

Character Developments

• Ganwu Country Lord: Becomes Zhou Ze's disciple, accepts his new status as the junior brother of powerful peers.
• Luo Feng: Maintains his composure and respect towards Ganwu Country Lord, despite the latter's higher status.
• Luo Hua, Tu Man, Clark, Hong, Thunder God, and Shen You: Accept Ganwu Country Lord as their junior brother without reservation.

Significant Themes

• Hierarchy and status in the universe, and the breaking of traditional norms (e.g., Ganwu Country Lord becoming Zhou Ze's disciple).
• The power of will and determination, as shown by Zhou Ze's disciples' exceptional wills despite being peak Realm Lords.

Character Interactions

• Luo Feng and Ganwu Country Lord: Luo Feng treats Ganwu Country Lord with respect but not deference, acknowledging his status as a senior brother.
• Ganwu Country Lord and his senior brothers: Ganwu Country Lord introduces himself to his senior brothers, seeking their guidance and support.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ganwu Country Lord joins Zhou Ze's circle and addresses Zhou Ze's other disciples as "Brother Hong" and "Brother Lei".
• Tu Man decides to break through to Immortal despite having gained recognition of his Time Law.
• Zhou Ze suggests that his disciples should aim to comprehend all ten fundamental laws simultaneously, as even becoming a Universe Supreme Master requires this foundation.

Character Developments

• Ganwu Country Lord integrates into Zhou Ze's disciples' circle and addresses them casually.
• Tu Man demonstrates his battle-focused cultivation approach and his determination to break through to Immortal.
• Zhou Ze reveals his confidence in his disciples' potential to become Universe Supreme Masters.

Significant Themes

• The importance of comprehension and effort in cultivation.
• The value of having a strong foundation in cultivation.
• The diversity of cultivation paths and the importance of individual choice.

Character Interactions

• Ganwu Country Lord interacts with Zhou Ze's other disciples, learning about their relationships and dynamics.
• Tu Man discusses his decision to break through to Immortal with his fellow disciples and Zhou Ze.
• Zhou Ze shares his insights about cultivation with his disciples and encourages them to make their own decisions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhou Ze, now a Universe Master, sits in his divine hall and discusses his teachings with Ganwu Country Lord, his new disciple.
• Zhou Ze reveals his ambitious plans for his disciples, stating that they can all become Universe Supreme Masters and must comprehend all ten fundamental Laws while still Realm Lords.
• Zhou Ze's avatar waits on Primordial Star No. 02892 for six hundred years for the Qi God Palace to emerge.
• The Qi God Palace finally breaks through the ground after six hundred years, taking nearly a hundred years to fully emerge.

Character Developments

• Ganwu Country Lord: Becomes Zhou Ze's disciple and begins to question his teacher's ambitious plans, finding them hard to believe.
• Zhou Ze: Reveals his grand plans for his disciples and shows his patience in waiting for the Qi God Palace to emerge.

Significant Themes

• Ambition and belief in one's abilities and potential.
• Patience and perseverance in the face of long waits.
• The power and pressure of the Primordial Universe's will.

Character Interactions

• Zhou Ze and Ganwu Country Lord: Teacher and disciple discuss Zhou Ze's teachings and plans.
• Zhou Ze and other powerful beings: Zhou Ze's presence intimidates other powerful beings who arrive at the Primordial Star, preventing them from approaching him.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The greatest treasure of the Primordial Stars (Qi God Palace) has emerged on Primordial Star No. 02892.
• Universe Lords from various races, including the six pinnacle races and the nine superpowers, gather around it, eager to obtain the treasure.
• The Human Race Universe Lords face hostility and pressure from other races, particularly the Machine Race, Monster Race, and the Northern Border Alliance.

Character Developments

• Zhou Ze, now a Universe Lord, observes and assesses the gathered Universe Lords, noting the high quality of Human Race Universe Lords compared to others.
• The Human Race Universe Lords display unity and resilience in the face of adversity, refusing to back down from the pressure.

Significant Themes

• Ambition and Greed: The desire for the treasure drives Universe Lords from different races to gather, leading to tension and conflict.
• Racial Tensions: The Human Race's possession of the Virtual Universe and their historical arrogance fuel resentment from other races.
• Power Dynamics: The six pinnacle races, the nine superpowers, and other factions vie for influence and control, reflecting the complex political landscape of the Primordial Universe.

Character Interactions

• Zhou Ze observes and evaluates the gathered Universe Lords, showing his growth and maturity as a Universe Lord.
• Human Race Universe Lords stand united against the pressure from other races, highlighting their solidarity and determination.
• Universe Lords from different races interact, displaying their respective attitudes and stances towards the Human Race and the treasure.

• The Human Race Universe Masters avoid open conflict with the Insect, Monster, and Machine Races to preserve their strength for the competition over Qi God Palace's treasure.
• After a hundred years, Qi God Palace fully emerges, revealing a black stone stele with instructions: thirty-six Qi Mirror Stones will appear across the 10,081 Primordial Stars, and once all are gathered, Qi God Palace will open.
• Zhou Ze decides not to compete for the Qi Mirror Stones, instead choosing to focus on expanding his avatars' internal worlds and increasing their conversion efficiency.
• Zhou Ze reflects on his desire to explore the universe and decides to take some time off to enjoy life and witness the Primordial Universe's wonders.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhou Ze, alone in his spacecraft, encounters a life-bearing planet called Darkray Star, which is under the control of slave traders.
• He observes a young native, not controlled by a slave chip, fighting against the traders' forces.
• Zhou Ze learns that Darkray Star was targeted by the slave traders, and its lord was set up.

Character Developments

• Zhou Ze: Shows interest in the young native's struggle and considers intervening.
• The Young Native: Demonstrates exceptional combat talent and will, single-handedly pushing back the traders' forces.

Significant Themes

• The harsh reality of slavery in the universe, where technological advantages make escape nearly impossible.
• The desperation and despair faced by slaves, despite their talents and comprehension.
• The vastness and unpredictability of the universe, where even hidden geniuses can emerge.

Character Interactions

• Zhou Ze observes the young native's fight but has not yet interacted with him.
• The young native fights against the traders' forces, showing his determination and skill.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Mudi, a slave, demonstrates extraordinary strength, killing two Stellar-level subordinates with ease.
• Overseer Mara, a ninth-stage Stellar-level cultivator, watches Mudi's rampage with greed, seeing potential reward from the Third Prince.
• Mudi faces stronger subordinates and eventually confronts Mara, killing him after burning his soul.
• Mudi eliminates the remaining subordinates but finds no spacecraft to escape the slave planet.

Character Developments

• Mudi: Proves himself a formidable warrior, capable of defeating Stellar-level cultivators despite being Planetary-level. His determination and willpower are exceptional.
• Overseer Mara: Underestimates Mudi's strength and pays the price. His greed for reward clouds his judgment.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics: Mudi's strength allows him to challenge his oppressors, highlighting the power imbalance between slaves and masters.
• Greed: Mara's desire for reward blinds him to the threat posed by Mudi, leading to his downfall.
• Determination: Mudi's unyielding willpower drives him to fight against insurmountable odds.

Character Interactions

• Mudi vs. Slave Master Subordinates: Mudi demonstrates his superior combat skills, slaughtering the subordinates with ease.
• Mudi vs. Overseer Mara: Mudi's burning of his soul allows him to defeat Mara, the most powerful opponent he has faced.
• Mudi's search for spacecraft: Mudi's desperation to escape the slave planet highlights his determination to change his fate.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Mudi, a young man from Darkray Star, is stranded after destroying a slaver force. He decides to venture into space to escape slavery, despite the risks.
• Zhou Ze, a mysterious figure, appears and offers Mudi a chance to leave Darkray Star. Mudi, seeing an opportunity to change his fate, accepts.
• Zhou Ze takes Mudi to Ancient Wheel Continent in the Ancient Wheel Universe Country and leaves him there, refusing to take him as a disciple or reveal his Virtual Universe ID.
• Before parting, Zhou Ze gives Mudi the Mind Realm Cultivation Method as a parting gift.

Character Developments

• Mudi: Shows resilience, determination, and a clear understanding of his priorities. He's willing to sacrifice for his people's future and accepts his fate with Zhou Ze.
• Zhou Ze: Remains mysterious and aloof, refusing to reveal much about himself. He shows kindness and understanding towards Mudi, hinting at a possible higher power or status.

Significant Themes

• Freedom vs. Slavery: Mudi's determination to avoid slavery at all costs highlights the importance of freedom.
• Fate and Destiny: Zhou Ze's mention of fate brings up the theme of destiny and the role it plays in their lives.
• Mentorship and Growth: Mudi's desire for Zhou Ze's guidance and the latter's refusal to take him as a disciple explore the theme of mentorship and growth.

Character Interactions

• Mudi and Zhou Ze: Their interactions are marked by respect and understanding. Mudi admires Zhou Ze's power and wisdom, while Zhou Ze sees potential in Mudi. Their relationship is one of mutual respect and admiration.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhou Ze, wandering the universe for 20,000 years, receives an email from Luo Feng.
• Luo Feng contacts Zhou Ze, desperate to defeat the Stellar Beast Ancestor.
• Zhou Ze suggests Luo Feng use Soul Secret Arts to defeat the Stellar Beast Ancestor.

Character Developments

• Zhou Ze: Continues to explore the universe, remains unaged and powerful.
• Luo Feng: Has reached the peak of Realm Lord level, created the strongest Secret Art, but still can't defeat the Stellar Beast Ancestor.

Significant Themes

• The vastness and diversity of the universe.
• The importance of will, consciousness, and soul power in Secret Arts.
• The difficulty of creating higher-rank Secret Arts.

Character Interactions

• Zhou Ze and Luo Feng: Teacher-student relationship, with Zhou Ze providing guidance and Luo Feng seeking help. Their interaction is filled with banter and mutual understanding.

Key Plot Points and Events

1. Luo Feng, a peak Realm Lord, is tasked by Sitting Mountain Guest to create a sixth-order Secret Art, a feat even Universe Masters find challenging.
2. Luo Feng, lacking knowledge in soul Secret Arts, purchases a vast number of them for study.
3. In less than a million years, Luo Feng creates an ultimate soul-type Universe Master Secret Art.
4. Luo Feng challenges the Stellar Beast Ancestor using his new soul Secret Art.

Character Developments

1. Luo Feng: Discovers his exceptional talent for soul Secret Arts and creates an ultimate soul-type Universe Master Secret Art.
2. Sitting Mountain Guest: Expects Luo Feng to create a sixth-order Secret Art, pushing him beyond his current capabilities.
3. Stellar Beast Ancestor: Underestimates Luo Feng's new soul Secret Art and is caught off guard.

Significant Themes

1. Comprehension and Talent: Luo Feng's comprehension in soul matters surpasses his expectations, highlighting the theme of hidden talent.
2. Pushing Limits: Sitting Mountain Guest challenges Luo Feng to create a sixth-order Secret Art, pushing him beyond his current realm.
3. Preparation and Adaptation: Luo Feng's preparation of a soul Secret Art allows him to counter the Stellar Beast Ancestor's expectations.

Character Interactions

1. Luo Feng and Sitting Mountain Guest: Their interaction highlights Sitting Mountain Guest's high expectations for Luo Feng, pushing him to improve.
2. Luo Feng and the Stellar Beast Ancestor: Their interaction shows the Stellar Beast Ancestor's underestimation of Luo Feng's new soul Secret Art, leading to a potential surprise.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Luo Feng defeats the Stellar Beast Ancestor's incarnation using a strongest soul attack Secret Art of a Universe Master.
• Sitting Mountain Guest appears, expressing regret for not taking Zhou Ze as his disciple.
• Sitting Mountain Guest alters the operating laws of the surrounding universe and acknowledges Luo Feng's victory.

Character Developments

• Luo Feng demonstrates exceptional talent in the soul, creating a strongest soul attack Secret Art of a Universe Master in under a million years.
• Sitting Mountain Guest reveals his initial intention was not for Luo Feng to defeat the Stellar Beast Ancestor but to make him reveal his limits.

Significant Themes

• Talent and potential in different aspects of cultivation (Laws, genes, soul).
• The importance of focus and priorities in cultivation.
• The depth of Sitting Mountain Guest's regret for not taking Zhou Ze as his disciple.

Character Interactions

• Luo Feng and the Stellar Beast Ancestor: Luo Feng respects and thanks the Ancestor, while the Ancestor acknowledges Luo Feng's capabilities.
• Sitting Mountain Guest and Luo Feng: Sitting Mountain Guest expresses pride and satisfaction in Luo Feng's achievements, while Luo Feng greets and addresses his teacher respectfully.
• Sitting Mountain Guest and the Stellar Beast Ancestor: They discuss the wager and the matter of Luo Feng's race.