Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Meng Tianhai uses the Sea of Learning to drain the Blood River, but Chen Pu reveals he has been plotting this for years.
• Meng Tianhai summons the power of the Calamity Water to create a blood lotus, aiming to unify the Lotus Seed Worlds and open a great world of his own.
• Song Bodhi, Si Yu'an, Ruan Qiu, and Wu Bingyi engage Meng Tianhai in battle to prevent his plan.
• Meng Tianhai reveals his true strength and engages in a fierce battle with the grandmasters.
• It is revealed that Meng Tianhai's true plan is not in the Calamity Water but elsewhere.

Character Developments

• Chen Pu's determination to destroy Meng Tianhai is revealed, showing his strategic planning and ruthlessness.
• Meng Tianhai's true strength and ambition are exposed, demonstrating his cunning and power.
• The grandmasters' unity and determination to stop Meng Tianhai are shown, highlighting their power and resolve.

Significant Themes

• Ambition and power: Meng Tianhai's desire to open a great world and achieve Transcendence drives the plot.
• Strategy and planning: Chen Pu's long-term plotting and Meng Tianhai's careful preparation highlight the importance of strategy.
• Unity and determination: The grandmasters' united front against Meng Tianhai emphasizes the power of cooperation.

Character Interactions

• Chen Pu and Meng Tianhai's long-standing feud comes to a head, with both revealing their true intentions.
• The grandmasters work together to stop Meng Tianhai, showcasing their camaraderie and shared goal.
• Meng Tianhai's battle with Song Bodhi, Si Yu'an, and Wu Bingyi demonstrates their individual strengths and teamwork.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Meng Tianhai reveals his true intentions and begins the final stage of his invasion of the Lotus Seed World.
• He opens the Blood Lotus Sacred Realm beneath the Blood River.
• Ruan Qiu uses the Si Xuan Underground Palace to attack Meng Tianhai.
• Si Yu'an uses the Kunwu Sword to strike at Meng Tianhai.
• Song Bodhi uses the pinnacle of the Seven Styles of Battle to attack Meng Tianhai.
• Chen Pu uses the sea of learning to counter Meng Tianhai's attacks.
• Meng Tianhai reveals his resolve and declares that he will be invincible after Transcendence.

Character Developments

• Meng Tianhai: Reveals his true intentions and power, showing his wild and wicked nature.
• Ruan Qiu: Shows his true strength and determination, using the Si Xuan Underground Palace to attack Meng Tianhai.
• Si Yu'an: Uses the Kunwu Sword to strike at Meng Tianhai, showing his immense power.
• Song Bodhi: Uses the pinnacle of the Seven Styles of Battle to attack Meng Tianhai, revealing his hidden strength.
• Chen Pu: Uses the sea of learning to counter Meng Tianhai's attacks, showing his wisdom and cunning.

Significant Themes

• The struggle for power and control.
• The consequences of one's actions and the burden of the past.
• The importance of unity and cooperation in the face of great adversity.

Character Interactions

• The five Dao Derivation pinnacle experts (Ruan Qiu, Si Yu'an, Song Bodhi, Chen Pu, and Dou Zhao) work together to stop Meng Tianhai.
• Meng Tianhai faces off against the five experts, showing his strength and resolve.
• Jiang Wang observes the events, connecting and disconnecting the subconscious sea between the experts.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Meng Tianhai reveals his true identity and engages in a fierce battle with several grandmasters.
• Song Bodhi unveils Cloud Dream Boat, shrouding the Blood River in clouds and dreams.
• Wu Bingyi enters the battlefield, establishing his order and using the Eight Gates Dharma Realm against Meng Tianhai.
• Meng Tianhai provokes every law and punishment, pushing the Eight Gates Dharma Realm to its pinnacle.
• Wu Bingyi uses the Coffin of Penal Laws, a killing art that judges Meng Tianhai through time.

Character Developments

• Meng Tianhai: Reveals his true identity and seeks a battle to affirm his existence. He provokes every law and punishment, showing his dominance and disregard for laws.
• Wu Bingyi: Demonstrates his power as the ruler of Measure Earth Palace. He uses the Eight Gates Dharma Realm and the Coffin of Penal Laws against Meng Tianhai, showcasing the strength of the Legalist School.

Significant Themes

• Law vs. Virtue: Wu Bingyi's Three Lectures on Virtue and Law emphasize the importance of law, which can endure, while virtue may not. Meng Tianhai's disregard for law highlights the conflict between the two.
• Strength and Dominance: Meng Tianhai's overwhelming dominance and disregard for laws showcase his belief in his own strength and invincibility.
• The Weak and the Strong: Wu Bingyi's interrogation of Meng Tianhai raises the question of who gave Meng Tianhai the right to open up a great world and how the strong should treat the weak.

Character Interactions

• Meng Tianhai vs. Wu Bingyi: Their battle highlights the conflict between Meng Tianhai's disregard for law and Wu Bingyi's enforcement of law.
• Meng Tianhai vs. Song Bodhi: Their interaction showcases Meng Tianhai's eagerness for stronger opponents and his disregard for the power of the Legalist School.
• Wu Bingyi vs. Meng Tianhai: Their interaction demonstrates Wu Bingyi's commitment to law and his willingness to punish those who violate it.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Meng Tianhai, after enduring the Eight Gates Dharma Realm and the Coffin of Penal Laws, emerges stronger and reveals his true power.
• The Sea of Learning, under Chen Pu's control, successfully plunders the Blood Lotus, marking the end of Meng Tianhai's dream of opening a great world.
• Meng Tianhai, rather than being enraged or despairing, expresses joy and calm, hinting at a hidden agenda.

Character Developments

• Meng Tianhai: After enduring the Legalist School's punishments, he regains his full strength and reveals his true power. He displays a calm and composed demeanor, hinting at a hidden plan.
• Ji Li: She calculates the true meaning of the Yin-Yang True Sage and realizes the truth about the Blood Lotus, but arrives too late to prevent its plunder.

Significant Themes

• The power of law and its limitations: Meng Tianhai's strength and resilience challenge the Legalist School's laws, raising questions about their effectiveness against powerful individuals.
• The consequences of ambition: Meng Tianhai's pursuit of power and his disregard for others' lives lead to his downfall, highlighting the theme of ambition's destructive potential.
• The cyclical nature of power: The Legalist School's power wanes as Meng Tianhai's grows, illustrating the cyclical nature of power dynamics in the world of cultivation.

Character Interactions

• Meng Tianhai and Wu Bingyi: Their clash highlights the differences in their interpretations of law and power, with Meng Tianhai viewing law as a tool for maintaining rule and consolidating resources, while Wu Bingyi sees it as a means to realize axioms.
• Meng Tianhai and Si Yu'an: Their interactions reveal Si Yu'an's determination to kill Meng Tianhai, while Meng Tianhai seems more interested in explaining his actions and motivations.
• Ji Li and Chen Pu: Their relationship is one of mentor and disciple, with Chen Pu encouraging Ji Li's calculations and protecting her with the Sea of Learning.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Meng Tianhai reveals that the Lotus Flower Sacred Realm's creation was a plan by the Era of All Sages, continued by him and other clever people.
• He admits to being trapped in the Heavenly Derivation Bureau for 54,000 years, nourishing the Lotus Flower Sacred Realm.
• Meng Tianhai's Blood River is revealed to be a part of him, and he has been refining himself into it to sustain his life.
• The Blood Lotus Sacred Realm is about to be completed, separating Meng Tianhai from it and potentially ending his life.

Character Developments

• Meng Tianhai: Reveals his past struggles and his hatred towards the Era of All Sages. Shows determination to live and escape his predicament.
• Chen Pu: Realizes Meng Tianhai's scheme and understands that the Lotus Flower Sacred Realm is now in their hands.
• Song Bodhi: Stands firm in her resolve to stop Meng Tianhai from leaving the Gate of Red Dust, displaying confidence in the Chu Kingdom's power.

Significant Themes

• The relentless pursuit of power and immortality, even in the face of insurmountable odds.
• The consequences of one's actions and the inescapable nature of fate.
• The struggle between individual ambition and the greater good, as seen in Meng Tianhai's conflict with the Era of All Sages.

Character Interactions

• Meng Tianhai and Chen Pu: Engage in a conversation where Meng Tianhai reveals his past and Chen Pu understands the current situation.
• Meng Tianhai and Song Bodhi: Exchange words, with Meng Tianhai taunting Song Bodhi about the Chu Kingdom's compensation and Song Bodhi firmly stating her intention to stop him.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Alliance Leaders' offline gathering in August.
• Red Heart Patrolling the Heavens reaches first place and maintains dominance in August's bestseller rankings.
• Author completes writing goals during the gathering despite initial plans to take time off.

Character Developments

• Author reflects on personal growth as a writer over the past four years.
• New Alliance Leaders join, indicating the novel's continued appeal to new readers.

Significant Themes

• The importance of effort and improvement in writing.
• The role of fate in reading and writing.
• The significance of a novel's ending.

Character Interactions

• Alliance Leaders share their love for the story and bond over their experiences.
• Author interacts with Alliance Leaders, discussing writing experiences and plot developments.
• Author acknowledges and appreciates the support of readers, both old and new.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Meng Tianhai confiscates the Cloud Dream Boat and frees the Red Province Cauldron, then casually throws them away, declaring they now belong to whoever finds them.
• Meng Tianhai reveals he has witnessed the rise and fall of powers and understands the futility of relying on others for Transcendence. He decides to attempt Transcendence through sheer power.
• The Gate of Red Dust, above the Sea of Sin, moves and reveals its inscription: "A Home Guarded by Ji Furen." Ji Furen's voice acknowledges Meng Tianhai's choice.

Character Developments

• Meng Tianhai accepts his past choices and the consequences they bring, embracing his fate. He decides to attempt Transcendence alone, without relying on others.
• Ji Furen, the entity behind the Gate of Red Dust, acknowledges Meng Tianhai's choice, hinting at a significant role in his fate.

Significant Themes

• Freedom and Fate: Meng Tianhai's struggle for freedom and his acceptance of his fate. Ji Furen's acknowledgment of Meng Tianhai's choice suggests that one's fate is intertwined with their choices.
• Transcendence: The difficulty and rarity of achieving Transcendence, with Meng Tianhai attempting it through brute force. The Gate of Red Dust's movement and Ji Furen's acknowledgment hint at the significance of this attempt.

Character Interactions

• Meng Tianhai interacts with the various powers present, including Ruan Qiu, Wu Bingyi, Chen Pu, Si Yu'an, and Song Bodhi, but he is ultimately alone in his decision to attempt Transcendence.
• Ji Furen interacts with Meng Tianhai through the Gate of Red Dust, acknowledging his choice and hinting at a deeper connection between them.

• The chapter begins with the appearance of the Gate of Red Dust, which is believed to have existed since the dawn of time, with no consensus on its origin.
• Meng Tianhai, after a long life of servitude and labor, decides to challenge the Gate of Red Dust to achieve Transcendence, despite knowing that someone would block his path.
• The Jingwen Emperor, the second emperor of the Great Jing Empire, is revealed to be alive and speaks from within the Gate of Red Dust, challenging Meng Tianhai.
• Meng Tianhai enters the Gate of Red Dust, leading to an unseen battle between him and the Jingwen Emperor. Meng Tianhai's final words are "I am here."
• After Meng Tianhai's defeat, the Lotus Flower Sacred Realm is fully opened, and the Sea of Learning's waves begin to subside.
• Chen Pu, the dean of the Imperial Academy, explains that the Gate of Red Dust is a place where those who achieve Transcendence can block others from doing the same, and that Meng Tianhai's defeat was inevitable.
• The chapter ends with Wu Bingyi sealing the Lotus Flower Sacred Realm to prevent any misuse of its power, and the Divine Firmament World preparing to open.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Gate of Red Dust appears, and Meng Tianhai decides to challenge it to achieve Transcendence.
• Meng Tianhai enters the Gate of Red Dust and faces the Jingwen Emperor, leading to an unseen battle.
• Meng Tianhai is defeated, and the Lotus Flower Sacred Realm is fully opened.
• Chen Pu explains the nature of the Gate of Red Dust and the inevitability of Meng Tianhai's defeat.
• Wu Bingyi seals the Lotus Flower Sacred Realm to prevent misuse of its power.

Character Developments

• Meng Tianhai, after a long life of servitude, finally decides to challenge the Gate of Red Dust to achieve Transcendence, showing his determination and resolve.
• The Jingwen Emperor is revealed to be alive and speaks from within the Gate of Red Dust, demonstrating his power and influence.
• Chen Pu, the dean of the Imperial Academy, shows his wisdom and patience in explaining the nature of the Gate of Red Dust and the inevitability of Meng Tianhai's defeat.
• Wu Bingyi, the Legalist School grandmaster, shows his commitment to preventing misuse of the Lotus Flower Sacred Realm's power by sealing it.

Significant Themes

• The struggle for Transcendence and the obstacles that arise along the way.
• The power dynamics between those who have achieved Transcendence and those who have not.
• The inevitability of certain events and the role of fate in shaping one's destiny.
• The responsibility of those in power to prevent misuse of their authority.

Character Interactions

• Meng Tianhai and the Jingwen Emperor interact through their battle within the Gate of Red Dust, with the Jingwen Emperor ultimately defeating Meng Tianhai.
• Chen Pu and the other True Lords discuss the nature of the Gate of Red Dust and the inevitability of Meng Tianhai's defeat.
• Wu Bingyi seals the Lotus Flower Sacred Realm to prevent misuse of its power, demonstrating his commitment to maintaining order and preventing calamity.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Divine Firmament World is set to open in 33 years, leading to a war between the Human Race and the Demon Race.
• Evening Drum Academy relocates to the Sea of Learning, replacing the Blood River Sect, which is dismantled due to Meng Tianhai's deception.
• The Lotus Flower Sacred Realm is established to govern Calamity Water.
• All cultivators present in Calamity Water must undergo verification by the Three Punishments Palace.

Character Developments

• Jiang Wang becomes more aware of the Human Race's might and the complexity of their situation.
• Dou Zhao, Chongxuan Zun, and Jiang Wang are invited to the Great Void Pavilion.
• Xu Ximing reveals his disdain for compassion and warns Jiang Wang about the consequences of his actions.

Significant Themes

• The struggle for power and dominance between the Human Race and other races.
• The consequences of deception and the importance of truth.
• The tension between compassion and the greater good.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Wang and Dou Zhao discuss their plans for the Great Void Pavilion.
• Jiang Wang and Xu Ximing have a tense exchange, with Xu Ximing warning Jiang Wang about the consequences of his actions.
• Zhu Weiwu and Jiang Wang prepare to enter the Gate of Red Dust, marking the end of the Blood River Sect.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Blood River Sect has been inactive for 32 years, and its cultivators are restless.
• Three years have passed since the Lotus Flower Sacred Realm bloomed, and the Blood River Sect was struck from the rolls.
• The Jing-Mu Allied Army has been conducting annual sweeps in the Border Wasteland.
• The Southern Regions have launched another sweep of Fallen Immortal Forest.
• Jiang Wang has been cultivating beyond the heavens and has not been involved in worldly affairs.
• Zuo Guangshu and Qu Shunhua visit White Jade Capital Restaurant, and Jiang Wang returns just in time to meet them.

Character Developments

• Chu Yao: He has grown from a child to a young man, has opened his meridians, and is now a seventh-rank cultivator. He is training in swordsmanship and Daoist Arts under Lian Yuchan's guidance.
• Jiang Wang: He has been cultivating diligently and has not been involved in worldly affairs. He returns to White Jade Capital Restaurant when summoned by his brother, Zuo Guangshu.
• Zuo Guangshu: He has become more refined and elegant, and he now has a wife, Qu Shunhua. He visits White Jade Capital Restaurant to inform Jiang Wang about the Great Void Pavilion's opening.
• Qu Shunhua: She has become the number one Divine Presence in the Chu Kingdom. She accompanies Zuo Guangshu to White Jade Capital Restaurant to meet Jiang Wang.

Significant Themes

• Cultivation and Growth: Chu Yao's growth as a cultivator and his dedication to learning from Jiang Wang.
• Family and Relationships: The bond between Jiang Wang and Zuo Guangshu, and the introduction of Qu Shunhua as Zuo Guangshu's wife.
• Power and Influence: The competition among Divine Presences and the anticipation of the Great Void Pavilion's opening.

Character Interactions

• Chu Yao and Lian Yuchan: They have a master-disciple relationship, with Lian Yuchan teaching Chu Yao swordsmanship and Daoist Arts.
• Jiang Wang and Zuo Guangshu: They are blood brothers, and their relationship is close and affectionate. Zuo Guangshu visits Jiang Wang to inform him about the Great Void Pavilion's opening.
• Jiang Wang and Qu Shunhua: They are not closely related, but they share a friendly and respectful relationship. Qu Shunhua accompanies Zuo Guangshu to meet Jiang Wang.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The chapter focuses on the events leading up to the selection of members for the Great Void Pavilion, with key figures like Jiang Wang, Huang Sheli, Qin Zhizhen, Chongxuan Zun, Dou Zhao, and Li Yi making significant decisions regarding their cultivation paths and political affiliations.
• The Double Ninth Festival marks the day when the selected True Persons will enter the Great Void Pavilion, with the process being overseen by powerful cultivators from various states and sects.

Character Developments

• Jiang Wang: He remains calm and composed, showing no signs of impatience or eagerness despite being the last to arrive. He demonstrates his understanding of the political implications of the Great Void Pavilion's opening and the significance of the Double Ninth Festival.
• Huang Sheli: She shows enthusiasm and impatience, waving Jiang Wang over to join her. Her actions draw the attention of the surrounding cultivators and Dao Derivation powerhouses.
• Qin Zhizhen: Though not present, his attainment of True Insight and subsequent announcement of leaving Qin Kingdom are mentioned, highlighting the pressure he faces as a representative of his state.

Significant Themes

• Political Pressure: The chapter emphasizes the political significance of the Great Void Pavilion and the pressure placed on representatives from the hegemonic states to enter it, as seen through the eyes of Qin Zhizhen and Huang Sheli.
• Cultivation and Personal Growth: The characters' decisions to leave their respective states and pursue their personal Dao paths reflect their individual growth and the importance of personal cultivation in the cultivation world.
• Time and Age: The passage of time is highlighted through the mention of the Double Ninth Festival and the characters' ages, emphasizing the urgency and importance of their decisions.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Wang and Huang Sheli: Their interaction is brief but significant, with Huang Sheli's enthusiastic greeting drawing unwanted attention to Jiang Wang and potentially impacting his plans.
• Jiang Wang and the Dao Derivation Powerhouses: Though not directly interacting, Jiang Wang's arrival draws the attention of the surrounding Dao Derivation powerhouses, highlighting his status and the significance of his presence at the Great Void Mountain Gate.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Wang arrives at the Great Void Mountain Gate for the Pavilion selection.
• He encounters Chongxuan Zun, Huang Sheli, and other True Lords.
• The voting process for Jiang Wang's entry into the Great Void Pavilion begins unexpectedly early.
• Jiang Wang secures seven votes, ensuring his entry into the Pavilion.

Character Developments

• Jiang Wang maintains his composure and humility despite the unexpected situation.
• Huang Sheli shows support and excitement for Jiang Wang's potential entry into the Pavilion.
• Various True Lords express their support for Jiang Wang, highlighting his achievements and potential.

Significant Themes

• Recognition and acknowledgment of Jiang Wang's accomplishments and potential.
• The significance of the Great Void Pavilion and its purpose.
• The weight of responsibility that comes with being a True Lord.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Wang interacts with Chongxuan Zun, Huang Sheli, and other True Lords.
• True Lords discuss and vote on Jiang Wang's entry into the Great Void Pavilion.
• Huang Sheli and Jiang Wang communicate through private voice transmission, showing a friendly dynamic.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The importance and responsibilities of the Great Void Pavilion are discussed.
• The process of selecting members for the Great Void Pavilion begins.
• Li Yi's absence and the subsequent debate over his admission cause a stir among the True Lords.
• The final members of the Great Void Pavilion are announced: Chongxuan Zun, Cang Ming, Dou Zhao, Qin Zhizhen, Huang Sheli, Zhong Xuanyin, and Ju Kui.
• The nine members descend to the center of the Divination Platform, where they read the words "Beneath All Living Beings" and are enveloped by a beam of Clear Light, marking their entry into the Great Void Pavilion.

Character Developments

• Jiang Wang reflects on the significance of the Great Void Pavilion and its members' responsibilities.
• Li Yi's absence and the subsequent debate highlight the political tensions and power dynamics among the hegemonic states.
• The final members of the Great Void Pavilion demonstrate their resolve and commitment to their new roles.

Significant Themes

• Responsibility and sacrifice for the greater good.
• The tension between tradition and progress in cultivation and society.
• The power dynamics and political maneuvering among the hegemonic states.

Character Interactions

• The debate over Li Yi's admission showcases the differing opinions and political posturing of the True Lords.
• The final members of the Great Void Pavilion display unity and determination as they prepare to take on their new responsibilities.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• The first meeting of the Great Void Pavilion is held in the Great Void Illusion Realm.
• Li Yi, a member, is absent without cause.
• Wang Kun, Li Yi's representative, is repeatedly killed by Dou Zhao due to his arrogance and disrespect.
• Jiang Wang intervenes, offering to wait for Li Yi for a quarter of an hour before proceeding with the meeting.

Character Developments

• Dou Zhao: Demonstrates his violent and arrogant nature, killing Wang Kun repeatedly without provocation.
• Wang Kun: Initially arrogant and defiant, he becomes more subdued and desperate as he is repeatedly killed.
• Jiang Wang: Shows compassion and understanding towards Wang Kun, offering him a way out of the situation.

Significant Themes

• Respect and courtesy among colleagues.
• The consequences of arrogance and disrespect.
• The importance of unity and cooperation in achieving common goals.

Character Interactions

• Dou Zhao and Wang Kun: Their interaction is characterized by Dou Zhao's violent and arrogant behavior, and Wang Kun's growing desperation and humiliation.
• Jiang Wang and Wang Kun: Jiang Wang shows compassion and understanding towards Wang Kun, offering him a way out of the situation and acknowledging their past acquaintance.

• Wang Kun is expelled from the Great Void Pavilion by Dou Zhao and leaves without returning.
• The Great Void Pavilion's headquarters in the Present World is established on Great Void Mountain, with each member having their own residence except for Jiang Wang.
• Wang Kun contacts the Southern Heaven Master, who advises Li Yi to decide for himself how to handle the Great Void Pavilion.
• Xu San, a disciple of Daluo Mountain, is sent to deliver a message to Li Yi but is delayed by the old peach tree.
• The first Great Void meeting begins with Zhong Xuanyin presenting the main agenda item: the expansion of the Great Void Illusion Realm into Snow Kingdom.
• Huang Sheli shares her knowledge of Snow Kingdom, and Qin Zhizhen volunteers to investigate the reason behind their resistance.
• Dou Zhao opposes Qin Zhizhen's involvement, instead suggesting Jiang Wang, and ultimately, Qin Zhizhen is chosen to handle the matter.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wang Kun's expulsion from the Great Void Pavilion.
• Establishment of the Great Void Pavilion's headquarters on Great Void Mountain.
• The first Great Void meeting and its agenda item.
• Qin Zhizhen's volunteering to investigate Snow Kingdom.

Character Developments

• Wang Kun: Experiences humiliation and feels resentment but maintains his composure.
• Li Yi: Remains carefree and detached from the Great Void Pavilion's affairs.
• Xu San: Shows annoyance at being used as a messenger but remains loyal to his duties.
• Dou Zhao: Demonstrates his arrogant and aggressive nature, opposing Qin Zhizhen's involvement.
• Qin Zhizhen: Volunteers to handle the Snow Kingdom matter, showing responsibility and wisdom.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and the struggle for influence within the Great Void Pavilion.
• The tension between the Great Void Pavilion's authority and the autonomy of its members.
• The importance of voluntariness in the expansion of the Great Void Illusion Realm.

Character Interactions

• Wang Kun and the Southern Heaven Master: Wang Kun reports the events at the Great Void Pavilion and seeks advice from the Southern Heaven Master.
• Xu San and the old peach tree: Xu San tries to deliver a message to Li Yi but is delayed by the old peach tree.
• The Great Void Pavilion members: They discuss and debate the expansion of the Great Void Illusion Realm into Snow Kingdom, with Qin Zhizhen volunteering to handle the matter.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Wang is appointed as a Great Void Pavilion member.
• He is tasked with a mission to Snow Kingdom.
• He meets with the other Great Void Pavilion members and learns about their authorities.
• He accepts Dou Zhao's bribe to gather intelligence on Qin Zhizhen and Qin Kingdom.
• He visits Hanging Temple to see Senior Kujue but is turned away.

Character Developments

• Jiang Wang: He becomes more aware of his new status and authorities as a Great Void Pavilion member. He also shows a more calculating side by accepting Dou Zhao's bribe.
• Dou Zhao: He shows his wealth and influence by bribing Jiang Wang.
• Huang Sheli: She shows her friendly and open nature, but also her shyness around strangers.
• Kudi: He shows his disdain for Jiang Wang and his loyalty to Hanging Temple.

Significant Themes

• Power and influence: The Great Void Pavilion members' authorities highlight the power and influence they hold.
• Neutrality vs. involvement: Jiang Wang's neutrality is tested when he accepts Dou Zhao's bribe to gather intelligence.
• Friendship and loyalty: Kudi's loyalty to Hanging Temple and Senior Kujue is shown in his refusal to let Jiang Wang see Senior Kujue.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Wang and Dou Zhao: They interact over the mission and Dou Zhao's bribe.
• Jiang Wang and Huang Sheli: They interact as friends, with Huang Sheli showing her shyness around strangers.
• Jiang Wang and Kudi: They interact over Jiang Wang's visit to Hanging Temple, with Kudi showing his disdain for Jiang Wang.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Wang visits Hanging Temple to inquire about Senior Kujue, but is met with coldness by Monk Kudi.
• He finds out Senior Kujue has been sent traveling and is unable to return due to "secrets of the mountain gate."
• Jiang Wang learns that little holy monk Jingli has achieved True Insight but is still in seclusion.
• He invites Huang Sheli to Star Moon Plain for drinks, but she leaves without sharing any useful information about the Snow Kingdom.
• Jiang Wang writes letters to Xu Xiangan and Zhao Wuyan, but receives no reply.
• He learns from Dragon Gate Academy that Zhao Wuyan is trapped in a Text Cocoon and is unable to integrate her learnings.

Character Developments

• Jiang Wang shows concern for his friends, especially Senior Kujue and Zhao Wuyan.
• Huang Sheli is portrayed as heartless and unhelpful, despite her initial warmth.
• Monk Kudi remains cold and distant, revealing little about Senior Kujue's situation.
• Zhao Wuyan's ambition has led her to a critical state, trapped in a Text Cocoon.

Significant Themes

• The struggle to integrate and control one's learnings and powers, as seen in Zhao Wuyan's predicament.
• The passage of time and the changing relationships between cultivators, as seen in Jiang Wang's reflections on his friends' lives.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Wang interacts with Monk Kudi at Hanging Temple, showing his concern for Senior Kujue.
• He invites Huang Sheli to Star Moon Plain, but she leaves without sharing useful information.
• Jiang Wang communicates with Zishu and Yao Fu about Zhao Wuyan's situation at Dragon Gate Academy.

Summary of Chapter "The Faint and Distant"

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhao Wuyan, Dragon Gate Academy's senior disciple, is in a critical condition, trapped in a "text cocoon" after attempting to blend the Hundred Schools of thought.
• Jiang Wang visits Zhao Wuyan and learns about her situation from Yao Fu and Xu Xiangan.
• Xu Xiangan, bound by his Supernatural Power "Brocade" to Zhao Wuyan, decides to leave for Calamity Water to cultivate and find a way to save her.
• Jiang Wang asks Zishu about the Snow Kingdom and Zhao Wuyan's encounter with the Winter Emperor.

Character Developments

• Zhao Wuyan: Her determination and dedication to her path of blending the Hundred Schools are highlighted. Despite her current predicament, she continues to strive forward.
• Xu Xiangan: His love and devotion to Zhao Wuyan are evident. He decides to leave to cultivate and find a solution to save her, showing growth in his understanding of his role in her life.
• Jiang Wang: He demonstrates his concern and willingness to help Zhao Wuyan. He also shows understanding and support for Xu Xiangan's decision.
• Zishu: She shows maturity and composure in discussing Zhao Wuyan's situation. She also shares her knowledge about the Snow Kingdom and Zhao Wuyan's encounter with the Winter Emperor.

Significant Themes

• Determination and Persistence: Zhao Wuyan's unwavering pursuit of her path despite the challenges and setbacks she faces.
• Friendship and Love: The bond between Zhao Wuyan and Xu Xiangan, and Jiang Wang's support for Xu Xiangan.
• Cultivation and Growth: The characters' dedication to their cultivation paths and their willingness to help others on their journeys.

Character Interactions

• Zhao Wuyan and Xu Xiangan: Their deep bond is evident, with Xu Xiangan's unwavering support for Zhao Wuyan and his decision to leave to find a solution to save her.
• Jiang Wang and Xu Xiangan: Jiang Wang offers support and understanding to Xu Xiangan, encouraging him to cultivate and find a way to help Zhao Wuyan.
• Jiang Wang and Zishu: Jiang Wang asks Zishu about the Snow Kingdom and Zhao Wuyan's encounter with the Winter Emperor, showing his concern for Zhao Wuyan's situation and his willingness to help.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Wang arrives in the Snow Kingdom to investigate the Winter Emperor's influence on Zhao Wuyan.
• He meets Nalan Longzhi, a disciple of Stealing Heaven Mansion, who reveals that Su Qiyun has perished.
• The Winter Emperor, Xie Ai, appears and kills Nalan Longzhi, accusing him of stealing from her.
• Jiang Wang realizes his Great Void Magatama is missing.

Character Developments

• Jiang Wang remains calm and composed even when facing the powerful Winter Emperor.
• Nalan Longzhi's true strength is revealed, and his connection to Stealing Heaven Mansion is further emphasized.
• Xie Ai demonstrates her power and influence as the Winter Emperor.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics and politics of the Snow Kingdom and the Present World.
• The mysterious nature of Stealing Heaven Mansion and its disciples.
• The consequences of past actions and the impermanence of life.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Wang and Nalan Longzhi reminisce about their past encounters and Su Qiyun.
• Jiang Wang and Xie Ai meet again after the Yellow River Assembly, showcasing their growth and power.
• The tension between Jiang Wang and Xie Ai highlights their respective statuses and the potential conflict between them.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Wang meets Xie Ai at the Immortal Inquiry Tower in Cold Flower City.
• Xie Ai confirms that Fu Huan rejected the Great Void Illusion Realm.
• Jiang Wang learns that Xie Ai knows about Zhao Wuyan's situation but doesn't provide details.
• Jiang Wang visits the Great Void Dao Lord in the Great Void Illusion Realm but gets little useful information.
• Jiang Wang uses his Immortal Sense Star River to gather information from Cold Flower City.

Character Developments

• Jiang Wang: He remains determined to uncover the truth about Xie Ai and Zhao Wuyan, despite Xie Ai's warnings. He also demonstrates his vast knowledge and understanding of the Immortal Palaces.
• Xie Ai: She shows a deep understanding of the Immortal Palaces and gives Jiang Wang valuable advice. However, she remains guarded about her past and the details of Zhao Wuyan's situation.

Significant Themes

• The Immortal Palaces: The lost knowledge and secrets of the Immortal Palaces are a central theme. Jiang Wang seeks to understand and preserve this knowledge, while Xie Ai is more cautious about discussing it.
• Truth and Doubt: Jiang Wang's relentless pursuit of the truth about Xie Ai and Zhao Wuyan highlights the theme of truth and doubt. Despite Xie Ai's explanations, Jiang Wang remains doubtful and continues his investigation.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Wang and Xie Ai: Their interaction is tense yet respectful. Xie Ai is guarded about her past and the details of Zhao Wuyan's situation, while Jiang Wang is determined to uncover the truth.
• Jiang Wang and the Great Void Dao Lord: Their interaction is brief and formal. The Great Void Dao Lord provides little useful information to Jiang Wang.