Chapter Summaries

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Blood River Squad led by He Na is chased by a herd of Earth Rock Rhinos in a yellow desert.
• Yu Yan, an Elite Trial Taker from Thunder Star Mountain, is revealed to have deliberately stirred up the rhinos to destroy He Na's squad.
• Yu Yan's squad is attacked by a wolf beast horde, leading to heavy casualties.

Character Developments

• He Na, despite being at a disadvantage, maintains her composure and uses her status as a princess to keep Yu Yan at bay.
• Yu Yan, initially confident and arrogant, is thrown into disarray when he learns about the destruction of his squad.

Significant Themes

• Survival of the fittest in the Blood Trial.
• The importance of teamwork and strategy in the trial.
• The consequences of underestimating opponents.

Character Interactions

• He Na and Yu Yan engage in verbal sparring, each trying to gain an advantage.
• Yu Yan's squad members contact him for help, revealing the dire situation they're in.
• He Na uses the open communication channel as a deterrent against Yu Yan's potential aggression.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jin An and Tuo Meng engage in a fierce battle, evenly matched due to their Elite Trial Taker status and Third-Grade Mid-Rank weapons.
• Wu Sheng faces four Elite Trial Takers from Thunder Star Mountain, ultimately defeating them using his soul advantage and illusions.
• Wu Sheng acquires several space rings containing Primal Force battle armors and a Third-Grade Mid-Rank Telekinetic Weapon, the "Flowing Cloud Needle."
• Wu Sheng expresses interest in obtaining a Third-Grade High-Rank weapon from a Special Elite to better match his perfect amplitude power output.
• Jin An and Wu Sheng discuss the rewards for eliminating the Thunder Star Mountain squad, totaling 22 million Cosmic Crystals.

Character Developments

• Wu Sheng demonstrates his prowess in soul techniques and expresses a desire to strengthen his base power by advancing to Planet Grade ninth-stage.
• Jin An shows confidence in his ability to defeat Tuo Meng but is cautious about Wu Sheng's presence.
• Tuo Meng, despite being a non-soul race, is vulnerable to Wu Sheng's soul illusions and ultimately falls to Jin An.

Significant Themes

• The importance of weapon ranks and their amplification effects on power output.
• The struggle between different races and their unique abilities.
• The value of Cosmic Crystals as a form of currency in the Blood Trial.

Character Interactions

• Jin An and Tuo Meng engage in a heated battle, with Jin An taunting Tuo Meng throughout the fight.
• Wu Sheng and Jin An discuss the rewards for their victory, with Wu Sheng calculating the total Cosmic Crystals earned.
• Wu Sheng and the Elite Trial Takers from Thunder Star Mountain engage in a battle of wits and power, with Wu Sheng ultimately emerging victorious.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wu Sheng and Jin An's group loot the dead trial takers' battle suits and Cosmic Crystals after defeating them.
• They set off towards the Blood River Squad's gathering point.
• Yu Yan and his group arrive at the scene and find only corpses, realizing they've been tricked by Jin An and Wu Sheng.
• He Na contacts Jin An, revealing that she and Di Fei escaped Yu Yan's ambush, but the Blood River Squad suffered heavy losses.

Character Developments

• Wu Sheng shows his ruthlessness and cunning, not hesitating to kill and loot.
• Jin An proves his worth by leading the group to victory and recruiting Wu Sheng.
• Yu Yan demonstrates his hatred and desire for revenge.
• He Na shows her strategic mind and willingness to rebuild the Blood River Squad.

Significant Themes

• Survival of the fittest in the trial grounds.
• Betrayal and revenge among trial takers.
• The value of strength and cunning in the trial grounds.

Character Interactions

• Wu Sheng and Jin An form a temporary alliance, with Wu Sheng showing his greed for Cosmic Crystals and battle suits.
• Yu Yan and his group interact with the Green-clad Prison Clan Member, showing Yu Yan's ruthlessness and the Green-clad member's resourcefulness.
• He Na and Jin An interact, with He Na showing her appreciation for Jin An's actions and willingness to rebuild the Blood River Squad.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wu Sheng participates in the Blood Trial to improve his strength and unlock the Time-Space Shop.
• He encounters He Na, a wealthy and powerful young lady, who offers him a substantial reward for joining her Blood River Squad to eliminate trial takers from hostile factions.
• He Na promises Wu Sheng a significant bonus and the title of 'Elder' if he helps Blood Sun City win the trial.
• Wu Sheng is tempted by the rewards but remains cautious, knowing the challenges ahead.
• He Na offers Wu Sheng several powerful secret techniques as an advance on his deposit, including the complete Ninefold Heavenly Splendor, the latter half of Soul Thorn with its Ultimate Convergence, and new Combined Illusions for Mind Confusion.

Character Developments

• Wu Sheng: Initially focused on personal growth and survival, he becomes aware of the potential benefits of aligning with a powerful backer like He Na. He remains cautious and pragmatic, weighing the risks and rewards.
• He Na: Demonstrates her wealth, power, and influence by offering Wu Sheng substantial rewards and secret techniques. She shows determination in pursuing her goals and is willing to invest in potential allies.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and alliances: The relationship between Wu Sheng and He Na illustrates the power dynamics at play in their world, with He Na holding significant influence and resources, and Wu Sheng seeking to improve his position.
• Wealth and resources: The chapter emphasizes the importance of wealth and resources in this world, with He Na using her Cosmic Crystals to tempt Wu Sheng and offer him secret techniques.
• Ambition and determination: Both Wu Sheng and He Na display ambition and determination in pursuing their goals, whether it's Wu Sheng's desire to improve his strength or He Na's aim to win the trial for Blood Sun City.

Character Interactions

• Wu Sheng and He Na: Their interaction is marked by a power dynamic, with He Na holding the upper hand in terms of wealth and influence. Wu Sheng is cautious and pragmatic, weighing the risks and rewards of aligning with her. Despite the power imbalance, they engage in a negotiation, with He Na offering rewards and secret techniques to tempt Wu Sheng.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wu Sheng learns about the Blood Trial's phases and rules from He Na.
• Di Fei joins the group after escaping from Xuan Tong and Xuan Ming.
• Wu Sheng receives Cosmic Crystals from Di Fei to aid his cultivation.
• The Blood River Squad is re-established, and Wu Sheng stays behind to guard and cultivate while Di Fei and He Na recruit new members.
• After a year and a half, the Blood River Squad's presence attracts the attention of the Prison Clan, leading to a confrontation outside Wu Sheng's cultivation cave.

Character Developments

• Wu Sheng becomes more determined to improve his strength and will, focusing on his cultivation.
• Di Fei demonstrates his calm and composed demeanor even after facing life-threatening situations.
• He Na shows her strategic thinking by planning to rebuild the Blood River Squad and recruit new members.
• Jin An, Man Gu, and Bai Yu are revealed to have been assigned ranks within the Blood River Squad.

Significant Themes

• Survival of the Fittest: The Blood Trial's chaotic nature and the need to prioritize self-preservation are emphasized.
• Alliances and Backstabbing: Factions form alliances or backstab each other to gain an advantage, reflecting the ruthless nature of the trial.
• Cultivation and Improvement: Wu Sheng's focus on enhancing his strength and will highlights the importance of personal growth in the trial.

Character Interactions

• Wu Sheng and Di Fei form a friendly rapport, with Di Fei showing respect and admiration for Wu Sheng's skills in soul arts.
• He Na and Di Fei work together to rebuild the Blood River Squad, demonstrating their teamwork and shared goals.
• Wu Sheng's decision to stay behind and cultivate while the others recruit new members shows his dedication to his personal growth and trust in his companions' abilities.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The chapter details the power differences and requirements for breaking through major realms in the martial arts system.
• Wu Sheng, in seclusion for a year and a half, faces a group of Trial Takers provoking him outside his cave.
• The Blood River Squad has grown to 19 members, with over 200 subordinates, leading to internal power struggles.

Character Developments

• Wu Sheng has improved his telekinetic power to Planet Grade level 9 but is focused on enhancing his genetic Primal Force using Muya Crystals.
• Bai Yu, Wu Sheng's subordinate, is caught between following Wu Sheng's orders and dealing with the provocations outside.
• Man Gu, Wu Sheng's puppet, is prepared for battle but awaits Wu Sheng's command.

Significant Themes

• The challenges and requirements for breaking through major realms in the martial arts system.
• The power struggles and internal dynamics within the Blood River Squad.

Character Interactions

• Wu Sheng interacts with Bai Yu and Man Gu, learning about the situation outside.
• A group of Trial Takers, led by a scorpion-like Prison Clan member, provoke Wu Sheng, demanding he meet their master.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wu Sheng encounters Prison Clan members who threaten him and plan to steal his gear.
• Wu Sheng uses his Soul Art, Soul Leech, to punish the Prison Clan members, causing them intense mental pain.
• He Na and Li Hu, an Elite Trial Taker from the Blood Sun Tribe, arrive and witness the scene.
• Wu Sheng warns Li Hu to keep his underlings in line, then returns to his cave.
• Li Hu is enraged by Wu Sheng's actions and threatens revenge.

Character Developments

• Wu Sheng demonstrates his powerful Soul Art and stands up for himself against the Prison Clan members.
• He Na shows concern for Wu Sheng and tries to mediate the situation.
• Li Hu reveals his arrogant nature and is angered by Wu Sheng's actions, setting the stage for future conflict.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and respect within the Blood River Squad and the Prison Clan.
• The consequences of actions and the potential for conflict due to disrespect.
• The use of Soul Arts and their potential for cruelty and punishment.

Character Interactions

• Wu Sheng stands up to the Prison Clan members, showing no fear.
• He Na tries to maintain order and prevent further conflict between Wu Sheng and Li Hu.
• Li Hu is humiliated by Wu Sheng's actions and threatens revenge, setting up a potential rivalry.

Key Plot Points and Events

• He Na visits Wu Sheng in his cave, revealing that the major powers' cooperation in the Blood Trial is superficial and manipulative.
• He Na asks Wu Sheng to kill Li Hu during an upcoming operation in Cangming Valley.
• Wu Sheng initially refuses but changes his mind when He Na offers a substantial reward.

Character Developments

• Wu Sheng: Shows practicality and calculation, valuing rewards over personal grudges. He's willing to take on dangerous tasks for the right price.
• He Na: Reveals her hatred towards Li Hu and desperation to have him killed. She's willing to pay a high price for Wu Sheng's services.
• Li Hu: Shows arrogance and disregard for others, even those from powerful families. He's also interested in He Na's aunt.

Significant Themes

• Manipulation and Power Dynamics: The major powers' cooperation in the Blood Trial is shown to be manipulative and self-serving.
• Loyalty and Betrayal: Wu Sheng's loyalty is bought, and He Na's loyalty to her family is questioned.
• Greed and Ambition: Both Wu Sheng and Li Hu are driven by greed, while He Na is driven by ambition and a desire for revenge.

Character Interactions

• Wu Sheng and He Na: Their interaction reveals Wu Sheng's practical nature and He Na's desperation. They form an agreement for Wu Sheng to kill Li Hu.
• Li Hu and He Na's Aunt: Their interaction reveals Li Hu's arrogance and disregard for others, as well as He Na's aunt's submissive nature and sorrowful past.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wu Sheng and He Na wait outside the cave for Li Long's arrival.
• Li Long appears with two other Trial Takers, Di Fei and another Star Grade Trial Taker.
• Li Long is a Special Elite with a domain, instilling fear and awe in those present.
• Li Long plans to attack the Xuan Clan stronghold with the Blood River Squad, mobilizing 76 Elite Trial Takers against the Xuan Clan's 3 Sky Grade Trial Takers and fewer than 50 others.

Character Developments

• Wu Sheng: Confident in his assassination skills and innate secret arts, he considers taking on Li Hu and even Li Long.
• Li Long: Arrives with a powerful aura, demonstrating his domain and dominance. He takes charge of the operation against the Xuan Clan.
• Li Hu: Becomes even more arrogant upon his brother's arrival, showing off his connections and offering rewards to attract more Trial Takers.
• He Na: Frustrated with Li Hu's behavior, she hopes Wu Sheng has a plan to eliminate Li Hu.
• Di Fei: Serves as an escort to Li Long, introducing him to the Blood River Squad members.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and hierarchies among Trial Takers and clans.
• The importance of personal strength and connections in the trial ground.
• The use of rewards and incentives to attract allies and strengthen one's position.

Character Interactions

• Li Long and Li Hu: Li Long shows affection towards his younger brother, while Li Hu is proud to have such a powerful brother.
• He Na and Li Hu: He Na's hatred for Li Hu is evident, though she hides it well.
• Wu Sheng and Li Long: Wu Sheng feels the power of Li Long's domain and understands the challenge of fighting someone with such control over their environment.
• Li Long and He Na: Li Long expresses his support for He Na and his intention to help her against the Xuan Clan.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Blood Sun Tribe's six major powers have invested nearly 450 Elite Trial Takers in the CKHX-3819 Trial Ground.
• The Nine Spirits Society and the Blood River Squad join forces to eliminate Yu Yan, Xuan Tong, and Xuan Ming from Thunder Star Mountain.
• Wu Sheng and the Blood River Squad approach a seemingly abandoned camp, which turns out to be an ambush.
• Yu Yan and a Cyan Giant, Leo, reveal themselves, preparing to attack the Blood River Squad.

Character Developments

• Wu Sheng remains wary and cautious, refusing to fall for the obvious trap.
• Li Hu, driven by greed and ambition, leads the Blood River Squad into the ambush.
• Yu Yan demonstrates his strategic prowess by setting up the trap and allying with Leo, the Cyan Giant.

Significant Themes

• Greed and ambition lead to reckless decisions (Li Hu, Blood River Squad).
• Caution and wariness can help avoid traps (Wu Sheng).
• Strategic alliances can turn the tide of battle (Yu Yan and Leo).

Character Interactions

• Li Hu and Wu Sheng clash over leadership and strategy, with Li Hu prioritizing his own gain and Wu Sheng showing caution.
• Yu Yan and Leo form an alliance to take down their common enemies, showcasing their mutual respect and trust.
• The Blood River Squad, driven by greed, follows Li Hu's orders without question, highlighting their lack of individual thought or caution.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Thunder Wing Giant, Leo, arrives with allies to challenge Blood Sun City, led by Di Fei and Taylor.
• Leo uses his innate secret technique, "Thunder Domain," to weaken the Blood River Squad's combat power.
• Li Long arrives to help, revealing he's been dealing with two other Special Elites.

Character Developments

• Leo: Shows his strength and confidence, using his innate abilities to dominate the battlefield.
• Di Fei: Initially confident, becomes desperate under Leo's pressure, but regains hope upon Li Long's arrival.
• Li Long: Arrives late but reassures the team, showing his calm and strategic mindset.

Significant Themes

• The power of innate secret techniques and their limitations.
• The importance of strategy and adaptability in battle.
• The impact of allies and teamwork on the outcome of conflicts.

Character Interactions

• Leo and Di Fei: Leo mocks and threatens Di Fei, while Di Fei tries to rally his team despite the odds.
• Li Long and Li Hu: Li Long reassures his brother, Li Hu, and shows confidence in their situation.
• Leo and Li Long: Leo underestimates Li Long, leading to a tense standoff between them.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Long arrives with his ice-and-snow domain, countering Leo's thunder domain and freeing his allies from suppression.
• Li Long engages Leo in a battle, while Di Fei, Taylor, and Wu Sheng face Yu Yan and his squad.
• Wu Sheng struggles against Yu Yan but manages to hold him off temporarily.
• Li Hu attempts to help Wu Sheng but gets caught in Wu Sheng's "Soul Control" technique.

Character Developments

• Li Long demonstrates his strength and strategic thinking, earning respect from Leo.
• Wu Sheng reveals his hidden power, using his "Soul Control" technique to turn the tables.
• Li Hu shows concern for his allies but ultimately falls for Wu Sheng's trap.

Significant Themes

• The power of domains and their impact on battles.
• The importance of strategic thinking and adaptability in combat.
• The danger of underestimating opponents.

Character Interactions

• Li Long and Leo engage in a battle of domains, showing mutual respect and understanding of each other's strengths.
• Wu Sheng and Yu Yan clash, with Wu Sheng initially struggling but ultimately gaining the upper hand using his "Soul Control" technique.
• Li Hu attempts to help Wu Sheng but ends up being targeted by Wu Sheng's technique, showing a lack of caution and understanding of Wu Sheng's capabilities.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wu Sheng uses his "Mind Control" secret art on Li Hu, controlling him.
• Yu Yan, an opponent from the last Blood Trial, reappears and intends to kill Wu Sheng.
• Li Long, a powerful figure, arrives and defeats Leo, a giant from the Thunder Wing Giant clan.
• The situation turns in favor of Wu Sheng's group after Li Long's intervention.
• Li Hu, under Wu Sheng's control, orders his group to attack the opposing clan members.
• A Fishman Clan woman approaches Li Hu, addressing him as 'Master.'

Character Developments

• Wu Sheng demonstrates his "Mind Control" ability, showing growth and strategic thinking.
• Li Hu, under Wu Sheng's control, becomes a puppet for his plans.
• Yu Yan shows his power and determination to kill Wu Sheng.
• Li Long proves his strength and dominance, turning the tide of the battle.
• The Blue-clad Woman from the Fishman Clan shows her dependency on Li Hu for survival.

Significant Themes

• Power and strength determine one's fate and opportunities.
• Control and manipulation are used to gain an advantage.
• Alliances and connections are crucial for survival and success.

Character Interactions

• Wu Sheng manipulates Li Hu to further his goals.
• Yu Yan and Li Long are rivals, with Li Long having the upper hand.
• Li Hu interacts with the Blue-clad Woman, showing his influence over her.
• Wu Sheng considers using the Blue-clad Woman for his own purposes.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wu Sheng uses Li Hu's body and a Fishman Clan woman, Lan Miao'er, to stimulate Li Hu and himself simultaneously, accelerating his willpower growth.
• The Nine Spirits Society, led by Li Long, defeats and disperses the opponents, securing most of the Eastern Domain.
• Wu Sheng plans to use 'Mind Control' to earn Cosmic Crystals from the betting pools to meet his trillion-Crystal shortfall.

Character Developments

• Wu Sheng: Enhances his willpower through a stimulating method, preparing for future advancements.
• Li Long: Proves his strength by defeating powerful opponents, stabilizing his foundation at the third level of his domain.
• Leo: Loses to Li Long, feels discriminated against, and vows to improve his strength to prove his worth.

Significant Themes

• Willpower and mental strength: Wu Sheng's focus on improving his will to break through to the Cosmic Level.
• Discrimination and pride: Leo's feelings of being looked down upon by Li Long, fueling his desire to grow stronger.
• Resource acquisition: Wu Sheng's desperation for Cosmic Crystals to support his advancements and plans.

Character Interactions

• Wu Sheng and Li Hu: Wu Sheng controls Li Hu's body for stimulation, with Lan Miao'er's assistance.
• Li Long and other Special Elites: Li Long's victories over Leo, Cang Ge, and Kadi, leading to their retreat and regrouping.
• Leo and Li Long: Leo's loss to Li Long stirs his pride and desire for revenge, but he doesn't dare to challenge Li Long immediately.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wu Sheng, after four years of seclusion, breaks through to the Cosmic Level in will, making his strength comparable to Special Elites like Cang Ge.
• Li Long visits Li Hu, announcing the preparations for counterattacking Thunder Star Mountain are complete.
• Li Long and Leo clash again, with Li Long's strength shocking everyone due to his stabilized realm.
• Li Hu, controlled by Wu Sheng, joins the battle, provoking a Thunder Star Mountain Sky Grade martial artist who kills him.

Character Developments

• Wu Sheng's will breaks through to the Cosmic Level, increasing his strength significantly.
• Li Long's realm stabilizes, making him even more formidable.
• Li Hu, controlled by Wu Sheng, shows no fear of death and deliberately provokes the enemy.

Significant Themes

• The importance of cultivating the heart and will.
• The power dynamics and alliances among different factions.
• The consequences of underestimating one's enemies.

Character Interactions

• Wu Sheng (controlling Li Hu) and Li Long discuss the upcoming counterattack.
• Li Long and Leo clash again, with Li Long gaining the upper hand.
• Li Hu (controlled by Wu Sheng) provokes a Thunder Star Mountain Sky Grade martial artist, leading to his "death."

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Long, enraged by his brother's death, offers a 100 billion Cosmic Crystals bounty for the capture of the killer and the elimination of Thunder Star Mountain trial takers.
• Wu Sheng, an illusionist, captures the targeted Sky Grade martial artist from Thunder Star Mountain using his soul illusions and physical prowess with his Man Gu beast and Bai Yu's assistance.

Character Developments

• Wu Sheng demonstrates his formidable power, rivaling Sky Grade Special Elites, and gains significant attention and respect from other trial takers.
• Li Long's dominance and ruthlessness are further emphasized, showing his willingness to disregard rules and target entire factions.

Significant Themes

• Greed and temptation: The high bounty leads to intense competition and disregard for alliances among trial takers.
• Power dynamics: The display of Wu Sheng's strength shifts the balance of power in the Trial Ground.

Character Interactions

• Wu Sheng, Bai Yu, and Man Gu work together to capture the targeted martial artist, showcasing their teamwork and complementary abilities.
• Li Long and Leo clash, with Li Long prioritizing the elimination of Thunder Star Mountain trial takers, while Leo defends his companions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wu Sheng easily defeats a Sky Grade martial artist from Thunder Star Mountain, revealing his immense power.
• The Nine Spirits Society and Blood River Squad clash with Thunder Star Mountain and Cangming Valley trial takers, but the fight is evenly matched.
• Wu Sheng joins the battle but heads towards Li Long's battlefield instead of supporting He Na's group.
• Wu Sheng confronts Kadi, a Sky Grade second-tier trial taker with a domain close to second-layer, despite the significant power gap.

Character Developments

• Wu Sheng demonstrates his immense power and fearlessness, challenging a much stronger opponent.
• He Na shows determination and leadership, continuing to fight despite Wu Sheng's unexpected actions.
• Li Long considers retreat due to low energy, but his pride is hurt by Wu Sheng's intervention.
• Kadi, despite his strength, falls victim to Wu Sheng's Soul Thorn attack.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and the consequences of underestimating opponents.
• The lure of wealth (Cosmic Crystals and battle suits) driving trial takers to fight recklessly.
• The struggle between personal gain and group loyalty, as seen in Wu Sheng's actions.

Character Interactions

• Wu Sheng challenges Kadi, showing disregard for the power gap between them.
• He Na is furious at Wu Sheng's actions but continues to fight against Thunder Star Mountain trial takers.
• Li Long is surprised and annoyed by Wu Sheng's intervention but doesn't interfere.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wu Sheng discovers a weakness in the Prison Clan: their lack of willpower and mindset cultivation.
• Wu Sheng's willpower and mindset are at the Cosmic Level, making his Soul Art formidable despite his lower realm.
• Wu Sheng kills Kadi with a soul attack, then plans to use a soul combination illusion on Leo if his initial attack fails.
• Li Long advises Wu Sheng to retreat if his soul attack on Leo doesn't work, as killing a Thunder Wing Giant would have severe consequences.

Character Developments

• Wu Sheng: Shows confidence in his Soul Art's power despite his lower realm. He plans to use a soul combination illusion on Leo and considers using his "Soul Control" innate secret art to claim Leo.
• Li Long: Shows concern for Wu Sheng's safety and advises him to retreat if necessary. He also reminds Wu Sheng not to kill Leo, as it would provoke the Thunder Wing Giant Clan.

Significant Themes

• The importance of willpower and mindset in cultivation, even for those with lower realms.
• The consequences of underestimating opponents and the dangers of overconfidence.
• The strategic use of one's abilities and the importance of knowing one's limits.

Character Interactions

• Wu Sheng and Li Long: They work together against Leo and Cang Ge. Li Long advises Wu Sheng, showing concern for his well-being and reminding him of the potential consequences of his actions.
• Wu Sheng and Leo: Wu Sheng plans to use a soul combination illusion on Leo, and possibly claim him with his "Soul Control" innate secret art. Leo, however, is initially overconfident and underestimates Wu Sheng's abilities.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wu Sheng uses his innate secret technique "Mind Control" on Leo, a Thunder Wing Giant.
• Wu Sheng struggles due to Leo's powerful Innate Life Core, which resists soul techniques.
• Wu Sheng successfully brands Leo's soul but faces backlash, which he barely resists.
• Wu Sheng realizes he can now control Leo, seeing him as a powerful enforcer.
• Wu Sheng decides to comprehend the Wind Domain to better control Leo.

Character Developments

• Wu Sheng: Demonstrates his "Mind Control" technique, struggles against Leo's power, and plans to strengthen his control over Leo.
• Leo: Unknowingly becomes Wu Sheng's puppet, his immense power now under Wu Sheng's command.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics: Wu Sheng's use of "Mind Control" shifts the power balance, allowing him to control a more powerful being.
• Adaptation: Wu Sheng must adapt his plans to account for Leo's unexpected resistance to his technique.
• Ambition: Wu Sheng sees Leo as a tool to further his goals, highlighting his determination and cunning.

Character Interactions

• Wu Sheng and Leo: Wu Sheng successfully controls Leo, but the process is challenging and requires constant management of the backlash.
• Wu Sheng and Li Long/Cang Ge: Wu Sheng deceives them into believing he's genuinely struggling to control Leo, while they monitor his actions closely.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wu Sheng discovers a massive chunk of Cosmic Crystal (500 billion pieces) in Leo's spatial ring.
• Wu Sheng uses Leo's identity to separate the two factions and retreats to avoid exposing his weakness.
• Li Long and Wu Sheng retreat, while Leo and his group withdraw due to energy depletion.
• Li Long gives Wu Sheng 200 billion Cosmic Crystals and a spatial ring, then goes into seclusion.
• Wu Sheng considers pursuing the remaining debt of 10 billion Cosmic Crystals.

Character Developments

• Wu Sheng: Greedily covets the Cosmic Crystals but maintains composure, prioritizing his safety and the job's completion.
• Li Long: Shows strategic thinking by ending the battle at the right time, gaining insights for seclusion, and forming an alliance with Wu Sheng.
• Leo: Despite his power, he's unable to pursue Li Long and Wu Sheng due to energy depletion.

Significant Themes

• Greed and temptation (Wu Sheng's reaction to the Cosmic Crystals)
• Strategic decision-making (Li Long's handling of the battle and alliance)
• Power dynamics and endurance (the battle's outcome and characters' limitations)

Character Interactions

• Wu Sheng and Leo: Wu Sheng uses Leo's identity to his advantage, while Leo is unable to pursue Wu Sheng.
• Li Long and Wu Sheng: They form an alliance, with Li Long giving Wu Sheng Cosmic Crystals and a spatial ring.
• Li Long and Leo: Li Long's strategic retreat prevents Leo from pursuing, leading to a stalemate.