Ch. 141The War of Sitting Still
Plot Points and Events
- Luotian Holy City is attacked by the Wilderness Domain, led by a Blind Old Man, using seven large-scale Mechanical Path Supreme Treasures.
- Moyin Temple defends the city using its own Mechanical Path Supreme Treasures, including the city itself as a super treasure.
- The battle reaches a stalemate, with neither side able to gain the upper hand, and both appear to be going through the motions.
Character Developments
- Past Self observes the battle, trying to understand the reasons behind the actions of both sides.
- Monk Zhi Xuan, a high-ranking member of Moyin Temple, is ordered not to launch a full-scale counterattack, despite his reluctance.
Significant Themes
- The power struggle between Moyin Temple and the Wilderness Domain.
- The defensive capabilities of Luotian Holy City and the limitations of its offensive power.
- The reasons behind the natives' attack and Moyin Temple's defensive strategy.
Character Interactions
- Past Self observes the battle from a tea house, trying to understand the situation.
- Monk Zhi Xuan discusses the battle with other high-ranking members of Moyin Temple, expressing his frustration at not being allowed to launch a full-scale counterattack.
- The Blind Old Man and the voice like a Buddhist chant (representing Luotian Holy City's upper echelons) exchange words, but neither side seems willing to back down.