Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Dui, a corporate drone from Earth, wakes up in the body of Li Dui, a participant in the Peak Genius Battle, outside Chaos City.
• He is rescued by Luliduo and taken to a healer in the city.
• Li Dui discovers he has memories of the Swallowed Star novel and realizes he has transmigrated.
• He remembers a multicolored ring from his dream, which he believes is connected to his transmigration.
• Li Dui compares the ring to the Giant Axe Chaos Stele and concludes that it will aid in his law comprehension, potentially leading to Undying-level achievements.

Character Developments

• Li Dui: Initially shocked and disoriented, he quickly adapts to his new situation and begins to explore his new body's abilities and memories.

Significant Themes

• Transmigration: Li Dui's sudden appearance in the Swallowed Star world raises questions about the nature of his arrival and the power that brought him there.
• Law Comprehension: The multicolored ring and the Giant Axe Chaos Stele represent the potential for Li Dui to advance in his understanding of the laws of the universe.

Character Interactions

• Li Dui and Luliduo: Their brief interaction results in Li Dui being taken to a healer, allowing him to receive treatment and rest.
• Li Dui and the Healer: Although they don't interact directly, the healer's treatment allows Li Dui to recover and reflect on his situation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Dui, a top human genius, wakes up in a new body after a five-day sleep in a healing pod.
• He returns to his residence and begins adapting to his new body, practicing in the Virtual Universe.
• Over two months, he improves his control and combat skills, reaching a level where he can barely defeat a Star Rank level 5 tool-man in the Virtual Universe.
• He searches for Luliduo, who had helped him, and sends her a thank-you message via the Virtual Universe.
• He receives a visit from His Highness Hong and His Highness Thor.

Character Developments

• Li Dui: He adapts to his new body, improves his combat skills, and becomes more comfortable in his new environment. He also shows gratitude towards Luliduo.
• Luliduo: Not much development in this chapter, but she is revealed to be a Domain Lord from the Jieluo Race, who has passed the sixth level of the Heavenly Bridge.

Significant Themes

• Adaptation: Li Dui's struggle to adapt to his new body and environment is the central theme of this chapter.
• Gratitude: Li Dui feels grateful towards Luliduo for helping him and takes the initiative to thank her.
• Strength: Li Dui's desire to become stronger and witness the beautiful scenery from greater heights is another significant theme.

Character Interactions

• Li Dui interacts with his maids, who show him respect and deference.
• Li Dui sends a thank-you message to Luliduo, showing his gratitude for her help.
• Li Dui is visited by His Highness Hong and His Highness Thor, indicating that he is part of a social circle within the Giant Axe Martial Arena.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Hong and Thor, both Earthlings, are in the Battle Axe Secret Realm. Hong is a disciple of the Lord of Virtual Gold, and Thor is a disciple of a Venerable-level master.
• Li Dui, the original owner's body, meets Hong and Thor, who offer guidance and warn him about the complexities of the Battle Axe Secret Realm.
• Li Dui, now integrated with the original owner's combat instincts, can fight the original's virtual self to a draw. He discovers eight more laws on the Ring, prompting him to consider cultivating all ten laws simultaneously.
• Li Dui decides to temporarily focus on the Law of Earth and the Law of Space, remembering Luo Feng's method of analyzing the laws using the secret manual 'Drifting Blood' by Lian Luo. However, he lacks the points to purchase it.

Character Developments

• Li Dui: He integrates the original owner's combat instincts, discovers more laws on the Ring, and decides to focus on two laws temporarily while considering his future cultivation path.
• Hong: He shows concern for Li Dui's well-being and offers advice on navigating the Battle Axe Secret Realm.
• Thor: He shows approval of Li Dui's progress and shares Hong's concerns for Li Dui's safety.

Significant Themes

• The importance of cultivating the state of mind for Earthlings.
• The complexity and potential dangers of the Battle Axe Secret Realm.
• The challenges and choices in cultivating multiple laws simultaneously.

Character Interactions

• Hong and Thor visit Li Dui to offer guidance and warn him about the Battle Axe Secret Realm.
• Li Dui considers his cultivation path and remembers Luo Feng's method of analyzing the laws, leading him to think about purchasing 'Drifting Blood'.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Dui decides to delay crossing the Heavenly Bridge to focus on law comprehension.
• He visits Lian Luo's former residence in Chaos City to study his insights on the Law of Space.
• Li Dui begins his meditation, prioritizing Earth and Space laws, with other branches as supplements.

Character Developments

• Li Dui's confidence in his speed of insight grows, believing he can reach his original self's level in one month.
• Luliduo, a cultivator in Chaos City, receives a message from Li Dui, asking her to pass it on.

Significant Themes

• The importance of law comprehension for cultivation progress.
• The vast differences in talent among cultivators, with Li Dui being exceptionally gifted.

Character Interactions

• Li Dui interacts with his auxiliary AI, Xiao Le, for navigation.
• Luliduo interacts with Qianshui, a friend from the Virtual Universe, discussing cultivation progress and plans.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Dui celebrates his one-year anniversary in this world and breaks through to Universe Rank.
• He logs into the Virtual Universe to practice and improves his skills significantly.
• Li Dui travels to the Heavenly Bridge Plane and challenges the Giant Axe Heavenly Bridge, clearing the first level with ease.
• He challenges the second level and fights against a mysterious figure, aiming to test his limits without revealing his full strength.

Character Developments

• Li Dui has grown significantly in strength and skill, surpassing his original self's level.
• He demonstrates restraint and strategic thinking by not revealing his full power during the Heavenly Bridge challenges.

Significant Themes

• Growth and improvement: Li Dui's journey illustrates his continuous growth and development in strength and skill.
• Restraint and strategy: Li Dui shows self-control and strategic thinking by not revealing his full power, choosing to test his limits gradually.

Character Interactions

• Li Dui interacts with Guardian Bafen, who observes Li Dui's progress with interest.
• Li Dui faces off against mysterious figures on the Heavenly Bridge, showcasing his combat skills and strategies.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Dui passes the first level of the Heavenly Bridge and gains 1,000 points.
• He visits the Giant Axe Chaos Stele cultivation chamber to contemplate the stele.
• Li Dui realizes that the Chaos Stele's benefits are amplified at the Universe Rank.
• He experiences a powerful voice echoing in his mind while contemplating the stele.

Character Developments

• Li Dui's ranking improves significantly after passing the first level of the Heavenly Bridge.
• He gains a deeper understanding of laws and their combinations from contemplating the Chaos Stele.
• Li Dui becomes more determined to reach higher ranks and understand more about laws.

Significant Themes

• The importance of understanding and combining laws for cultivation progress.
• The benefits of the Chaos Stele increase with one's cultivation rank.
• The power and mystery of the Giant Axe Chaos Stele.

Character Interactions

• Li Dui interacts briefly with Kandeli, the old man guarding the Giant Axe Chaos Stele cultivation chamber.
• There is no significant interaction with other characters in this chapter.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Dui studies Lian Luo's notes on the Giant Axe Chaos Stele, understanding its secrets and planning to master it faster than Luo Feng.
• Li Dui is summoned by the Venerable and meets with the other surviving geniuses in Chaos City.
• Li Dui visits the Heavenly Bridge Plane, learning he is fourth in line for the Giant Axe Heavenly Bridge.

Character Developments

• Li Dui's understanding of the Giant Axe Chaos Stele deepens, increasing his confidence in his progress.
• Li Dui maintains a balance between showing progress and concealing his true strength to avoid suspicion.

Significant Themes

• The theme of progress and growth is emphasized, with Li Dui's continued improvement and his desire to measure himself against Luo Feng.
• The theme of restraint and self-control is evident as Li Dui deliberately holds back to avoid revealing his true power too soon.

Character Interactions

• Li Dui interacts with other geniuses, including the man with a vertical eye and long arms, showing that he has gained recognition among his peers.
• Li Dui meets with the Guardian, Bafen, to confirm his position in the Giant Axe Heavenly Bridge challenge queue.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Dui enters the Giant Axe Heavenly Bridge, aiming to pass the third level.
• He defeats the third-level Gatekeeper, proving his peak third-level law comprehension.
• Li Dui then attempts the fourth level, choosing a warrior opponent and engaging in a close fight.
• He intentionally loses to the fourth-level Gatekeeper, demonstrating his ability to pass but choosing not to.

Character Developments

• Li Dui shows off his peak third-level law comprehension and his ability to keep up with a fourth-level opponent.
• He exhibits strategic thinking by intentionally losing to avoid unnecessary attention.
• Other geniuses in Chaos City show varied reactions to Li Dui's performance, ranging from surprise to skepticism.

Significant Themes

• The Heavenly Bridge's rigorous testing of law comprehension, skills, and strength.
• The importance of points for purchasing resources and the potential of the Xueluo World for earning them.
• The collective honor and competition among the geniuses in Chaos City.

Character Interactions

• Li Dui interacts with other geniuses, including Jie Kui and a woman with air vents on her cheeks.
• He draws attention and sparks discussions among the other geniuses, with some cheering for him and others skeptical of his abilities.
• A petite female powerhouse watches Li Dui's progress, showing interest but also reservation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Dui, after clearing the third level of the Heavenly Bridge, celebrates with friends at the Ten Thousand Languages Pavilion.
• He agrees to guide Pananan in her secret technique cultivation.
• Li Dui drinks with friends and eventually decides to visit the Chaos Stele for a final contemplation session before leaving Chaos City.
• Inside the Chaos Stele cultivation chamber, Li Dui successfully comprehends a powerful secret technique from the third diagram.
• The next day, Li Dui and the other geniuses gather at the spaceport to depart for their respective secret realms. Li Dui boards the gray spaceship for the Battle Axe Secret Realm.

Character Developments

• Li Dui: He continues to demonstrate his exceptional cultivation progress, becoming the fourth person in his batch to clear the third level of the Heavenly Bridge. He also shows his determination to create his own secret techniques, successfully comprehending one from the Chaos Stele.
• Pananan: She asks Li Dui for guidance in her secret technique cultivation, showing her eagerness to learn and improve.

Significant Themes

• Cultivation and Growth: The chapter emphasizes the continuous cultivation and growth of the characters, with Li Dui's progress serving as a notable example.
• Friendship and Parting: The gathering at the Ten Thousand Languages Pavilion highlights the bonds formed between the characters during their time in Chaos City, and their eventual parting emphasizes the transient nature of their shared journey.

Character Interactions

• Li Dui and Pananan: They discuss Pananan's request for guidance in her secret technique cultivation, showing a friendly and cooperative relationship.
• Li Dui and Jie Kui: They engage in a drinking contest, showcasing their camaraderie and Li Dui's humility despite his recent achievements.
• Li Dui and the other geniuses: The gathering at the spaceport illustrates the friendly rivalry and mutual respect among the geniuses as they prepare to depart for their respective secret realms.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The 783 geniuses board a spaceship to the Battle Axe Secret Realm, a core secret realm of the Giant Axe Martial Arena.
• Giant Arm King, a King Rank Immortal, accompanies them and provides information about cosmic secret realms and the Battle Axe Secret Realm.
• Upon arrival, the geniuses are greeted by a Flame World Lord who shows them their new home on Island No. 1.

Character Developments

• Giant Arm King: Shows his expectation and encouragement for the geniuses to strive and fight hard, hoping some will stand by his side in the future.
• Li Dui: Shows analytical thinking by deducing the status of the Flame World Lord and the defensive capabilities of the Battle Axe Secret Realm.

Significant Themes

• The vastness and dangers of the universe, with cosmic secret realms being both valuable and perilous.
• The importance of cultivation resources and points in the Battle Axe Secret Realm.
• The hierarchy and power dynamics within the Giant Axe Martial Arena, with King Rank Immortals and Universe Country Lords mentioned as supreme existences.

Character Interactions

• Giant Arm King interacts with the geniuses, showing encouragement and expectation for their future growth.
• The Flame World Lord interacts with the geniuses, providing information about their new home and the defensive capabilities of the Battle Axe Secret Realm.
• Li Dui interacts with his peers, showing analytical thinking and deducing information based on the given context.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Dui arrives at Building No. 16 on Island No. 1, where he will reside during his stay in the Battle Axe Secret Realm.
• He learns about the martial arena on the Central Island, where he can engage in battles for points and rewards.
• Li Dui decides to lie low, solidify his foundation, and avoid making waves to prepare for potential future challenges.

Character Developments

• Li Dui demonstrates his power and status as a Universe Rank expert by easily reaching the 110th floor of the building.
• He shows wisdom and caution in planning his future cultivation path, considering potential threats and challenges.

Significant Themes

• Cultivation: Li Dui's primary goal is to improve his strength and cultivate his abilities.
• Planning and Strategy: Li Dui emphasizes the importance of careful planning and preparation for his future challenges.
• Lying Low vs. Making Waves: Li Dui chooses to avoid drawing attention to himself to minimize potential risks.

Character Interactions

• Li Dui interacts briefly with the building administrator, Luosen, and his ten Universe Rank servants.
• There is no significant interaction with other characters in this chapter.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Dui arrives in the Battle Axe Secret Realm, impressing Thor with his progress.
• Li Dui learns about the qualification battles held every hundred years to become a core member.
• Li Dui receives a Nutrient Pod to enhance his body rapidly.
• Li Dui takes a call from his family in the Virtual Universe, transferring wealth and points to support them.

Character Developments

• Li Dui: Shows confidence in his progress and is eager to improve, transferring wealth and points to support his family.
• Thor: Admires Li Dui's progress, acknowledges Li Dui's potential, and offers advice on the qualification battles.
• Hong: Recognizes Li Dui's talent and expresses joy for the Earthling lineage's emergence of a genius.

Significant Themes

• Potential and Talent: The characters discuss Li Dui's potential and talent, highlighting the importance of these qualities in the secret realms.
• Cultivation and Progression: The conversation revolves around cultivation levels, bottlenecks, and the desire to progress further.
• Family and Responsibility: Li Dui's interaction with his family underscores his sense of responsibility towards them, despite his new life and identity.

Character Interactions

• Li Dui and Thor: Thor admires Li Dui's progress and offers guidance, while Li Dui remains humble.
• Li Dui and Hong: Hong expresses pride in Li Dui's potential and looks forward to his future achievements.
• Li Dui and his family: Li Dui supports his family financially and encourages them to cultivate diligently.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Dui explores the Virtual Universe's Treasury, focusing on 'Secret Techniques' costing under 100 points.
• He studies and practices eight sets of techniques, finding inspiration in six of them.
• Li Dui creates his first and second blade techniques, matching the power of the Giant Axe's first and second blades.
• He receives a system email warning about an upcoming qualification battle for core Universe Rank members.

Character Developments

• Li Dui demonstrates his ability to learn and adapt by drawing inspiration from other creators' techniques.
• He subtly changes, becoming more focused and dedicated to his cultivation.
• Li Dui's power grows significantly, with his first blade technique capable of clearing the fourth level of the Heavenly Bridge, and his second blade technique nearing completion.

Significant Themes

• Learning and Growth: Li Dui learns from others' techniques, demonstrating the importance of continuous learning and adaptation.
• Balance in Cultivation: The theme of balancing cultivation with real-world experience and competition is highlighted.
• Power and Responsibility: Li Dui's growing power brings him closer to the responsibilities of a Universe Rank powerhouse.

Character Interactions

• Li Dui interacts with the Virtual Universe system, using it to study and practice techniques.
• He receives a message from Xiao Le, the system administrator, warning him about an upcoming qualification battle.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Dui worries about his lack of a backup plan for death, as he might not have the soul talent of Earthlings due to his transmigration.
• He decides to test his willpower and consciousness at the Illusion Sea Plane.
• He successfully passes the first six islands, reaching the willpower level of a normal Universe Rank.
• He encounters a powerful illusion on the Seventh Island, which he overcomes with the help of the Ring.

Character Developments

• Li Dui gains confidence in his mental prowess after passing the first six islands.
• He demonstrates resilience and determination in facing his illusions, particularly on the Seventh Island.

Significant Themes

• The importance of mental cultivation and willpower.
• The challenges and benefits of facing one's fears and memories.

Character Interactions

• Li Dui interacts with illusions of his past, including Hong and Luo Feng.
• He briefly reunites with his family in an illusion on the Seventh Island.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Dui passes six illusion islands, earning 6300 points, bringing his total to 12500 points.
• He decides to go on Universe Rank trial missions for experience and safety.
• Li Dui purchases an E9-Grade spaceship from the Virtual Universe Company and a metal life form called Xi for defense.

Character Developments

• Li Dui demonstrates growth in his understanding of illusions and his ability to resist them using the Hula Hoop.
• He shows maturity in his decision-making, prioritizing experience and safety over hiding in the secret realm to cultivate.

Significant Themes

• The importance of experience and growth over mere cultivation.
• The value of defense and safety in combat.
• The cost-effectiveness of resources and the prioritization of needs.

Character Interactions

• Li Dui interacts with the Virtual Universe Company's treasure vault, making purchases that reflect his needs and priorities.
• There are no direct interactions with other characters in this chapter.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Dui selects a "dangerous level" training mission in the Xueluo World to obtain Xueluo Crystals and improve his gene multiplier.
• He accepts Mission 1: obtain 1 Xueluo Crystal (10,000 points) and Mission 2: obtain the title of Blood Warrior and the Xueluo Medal (100,000 points).
• Li Dui prepares for the mission by studying the Xueluo World's language, acquiring suitable equipment, and learning about its various races and customs.

Character Developments

• Li Dui demonstrates his strategic thinking and careful planning as he selects the mission and prepares for it.
• He shows his determination to improve his strength and willingness to take risks.

Significant Themes

• The importance of tempering and gaining experience through dangerous missions.
• The value of Xueluo Crystals for increasing one's gene multiplier.
• The hostility of the Xueluo World's indigenous people towards outsiders.

Character Interactions

• Li Dui interacts with the Giant Axe Martial Arena's system to select and prepare for his mission.
• He communicates with Xi, his juvenile form, to build rapport and establish a bond.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Dui, accompanied by a World Lord, travels to the Xueluo World on a mission.
• He arrives at the Heavenly Eclipse Palace, a massive structure suppressing the Xueluo World.
• Li Dui enters the Xueluo World, descending through its eighteen cloud layers.
• He encounters a hunting team battling desolate beasts in the forest.

Character Developments

• Li Dui feels a sense of freedom and excitement about his new environment.
• He considers intervening in the battle between the hunting team and the desolate beasts.

Significant Themes

• Danger and survival in the Xueluo World.
• Li Dui's internal struggle between his past life's pacifism and his new environment's necessity for violence.

Character Interactions

• Li Dui observes the hunting team's battle from a distance.
• The hunting team's members are wary of Li Dui's presence.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A Cloud Sky Rank Desolate Beast sneaks onto the battlefield.
• The battle between native experts and Desolate Beasts nears its end.
• Li Dui kills an Ink Armor Beast with a single slash from a distance.
• The native experts collect materials from the Ink Armor Beast and offer them to Li Dui.

Character Developments

• Li Dui demonstrates his formidable strength and nonchalance towards killing.
• The native experts, especially the spearman, grow fearful and respectful of Li Dui.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics and hierarchy among cultivators, with Li Dui's strength placing him above the native experts.
• The value of materials from Desolate Beasts and the rewards system among cultivators.

Character Interactions

• Li Dui saves the spearman's life without expecting gratitude.
• The spearman and the other native experts are awestruck and fearful of Li Dui, treating him with respect and caution.
• Li Dui shows indifference towards wealth, rewarding the native experts with the Ink Armor Beast's materials.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Dui ponders his true strength with both Earth and Space Laws combined, but decides to focus on his current tasks first.
• He plans to acquire Xueluo Crystals from the City Lord Mansion after dark.
• Li Dui infiltrates the City Lord Mansion, suppressing everyone inside with his Domain Force.
• He confronts City Lord Kuang Yu, who is a Domain Level Six cultivator, and engages in a battle to test his combat power.

Character Developments

• Li Dui: He continues to explore his limits and gains confidence in his abilities, even without fully understanding his potential with combined Earth and Space Laws.
• Kuang Yu: The City Lord is initially confident but becomes increasingly fearful and desperate as Li Dui's strength becomes apparent.

Significant Themes

• Power and confidence: Li Dui's growing assurance in his abilities drives his actions, while Kuang Yu's lack of power leads to his fear and desperation.
• The unknown: Both characters face the unknown—Li Dui doesn't know his full potential, and Kuang Yu doesn't know Li Dui's true identity or intentions.

Character Interactions

• Li Dui and Kuang Yu: Their battle serves as a test for Li Dui and a source of fear for Kuang Yu, who eventually tries to negotiate with Li Dui to leave.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Dui battles Kuang Yu, the City Lord of Xueluo City, who attempts to trick Li Dui into lowering his guard, but Li Dui remains vigilant and ultimately defeats Kuang Yu.
• After Kuang Yu's death, Li Dui takes his spoils, finding two Xueluo Crystals, which can significantly increase gene multiple upon fusion.
• Li Dui decides to fuse with the Xueluo Crystals and plans to stay in the Xueluo World for an extended period to do so.

Character Developments

• Li Dui demonstrates his strategic thinking and mental resilience, remaining unfazed by Kuang Yu's tricks and soul attack.
• Kuang Yu shows his desperation and cowardice, attempting to trick Li Dui into letting him go and using a desperate soul attack when that fails.

Significant Themes

• The power of reason vs. emotion and desperation in combat.
• The value and rarity of resources like the Xueluo Crystal.
• The strategic planning and long-term thinking of Li Dui.

Character Interactions

• Li Dui and Kuang Yu's battle showcases their differing approaches to combat and desperation.
• Li Dui interacts with Xiao Le, his spaceship's AI, ordering it to leave the Xueluo World.
• Li Dui considers trading with the Giant Axe Martial Arena in the future, hinting at potential interactions with other factions.