Ch. 721Original Ancestor's Speculation
Key Plot Points and Events
- Duan Dong River, the original ancestor, appears and acknowledges Luo Feng's talent, stating that Luo Feng has surpassed him in less than one era.
- Duan Dong River reveals that the Duan Dong River Lineage once stood at the pinnacle of power but is now facing extinction due to his actions.
- Duan Dong River sets a challenge for Luo Feng: if Luo Feng can reach the fourth bottleneck within three eras, Duan Dong River will not have failed the ancestors, and all other candidates will be eliminated.
- Over the course of three eras, Luo Feng immerses himself in studying the Xi Huang Bureau, making significant progress but ultimately fails to solve the 4,000th game within the given time.
Character Developments
- Luo Feng: His comprehension and willpower improve rapidly as he studies the Xi Huang Bureau, reaching an exceedingly high level. He gains confidence in his abilities and believes that no one can match him in the later trials.
- Duan Dong River: He reveals his past mistakes and the impending extinction of his lineage, showing remorse for his actions. He acknowledges Luo Feng's talent and sets a challenge for him.
Significant Themes
- The consequences of past actions: Duan Dong River's mistakes have led to the impending extinction of his lineage, highlighting the theme of cause and effect.
- Talent and potential: Luo Feng's rapid progress in studying the Xi Huang Bureau emphasizes the importance of talent and potential in one's growth and achievements.
- Time limitations: The three-era time limit set by Duan Dong River underscores the theme of time's importance and the pressure it can exert on characters.
Character Interactions
- Duan Dong River and Luo Feng: Duan Dong River acknowledges Luo Feng's talent and sets a challenge for him, while Luo Feng immerses himself in studying the Xi Huang Bureau to meet the challenge.
- Luo Feng and other experts: The other experts present are jealous, shocked, and resentful of Luo Feng's progress, praying for his failure and fearing for their own lives if he succeeds.