Ch. 801Thinking They Had It
Key Plot Points and Events
- The Heavenly Court's Twenty-Eight Mansions are all killed by the pilgrimage party, with Kui Wood Wolf being the last to die.
- Kui Wood Wolf is resurrected and reports to the Jade Emperor that the Great Heavenly Demon intervened, strengthening the demons with music and talismans.
- The Jade Emperor orders Taibai Venus to visit the Tusita Palace, and the Azure Ox and two attendants descend to the mortal realm, becoming demons and planning to defect.
- The Blue Ox Spirit (Green Mountain Patriarch), Silver Horn King, and Gold Horn King discuss their plan to join the Great Heavenly Demon's forces while protecting themselves.
Character Developments
- Kui Wood Wolf's fear and desperation are evident as he reports to the Jade Emperor, leading to his second death.
- The Jade Emperor's frustration and weakness are revealed as he struggles to maintain control over the situation.
- The Azure Ox and the two attendants from Tusita Palace show their ambition and cunning as they plan to defect and join the Great Heavenly Demon's forces.
Significant Themes
- The struggle for power and control between the Heavenly Court and the Great Heavenly Demon.
- The consequences of betrayal and defection, as seen through the actions of the Tusita Palace followers.
- The lingering influence of the Supreme Lord and the Tusita Palace, which allows the Azure Ox and attendants to act independently.
Character Interactions
- The Jade Emperor and Li Jing discuss the situation and the Tusita Palace's involvement.
- Kui Wood Wolf reports to the Jade Emperor and is killed for his failures.
- The Blue Ox Spirit, Silver Horn King, and Gold Horn King discuss their plans to join the Great Heavenly Demon's forces while protecting themselves.