Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• A group of forty-eight individuals, led by a man and a woman (both Level 5 Shadow Assassins), confronts Black Rock Mountain bandits.
• The bandits, led by Xiong Da, demand their treasures, but the group refuses, leading to a standoff.
• Xiong Da and the black-robed girl engage in a battle, with the girl using her speed to ambush Xiong Da, while he struggles to counter.

Character Developments

• Xiong Da demonstrates his strength and combat skills, proving himself worthy of his leadership despite being a Midgod.
• The black-robed girl showcases her exceptional speed, making her a formidable opponent even for a Midgod like Xiong Da.

Significant Themes

• The clash of confidence and arrogance: Both parties believe they have the upper hand, leading to a standoff and battle.
• The importance of speed in combat: The black-robed girl's speed allows her to maintain an advantage in her fight against Xiong Da.

Character Interactions

• Xiong Da vs. Black-robed girl: Their battle is a test of strength and strategy, with Xiong Da trying to counter the girl's speed and the girl attempting to exploit Xiong Da's weaknesses.
• Olivier vs. Black-robed youth: Their battle is more evenly matched, with neither gaining a clear advantage.
• Black Rock Mountain bandits vs. Remaining forty-six individuals: The bandits have a numerical advantage and are able to hold their own against the opposing group.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xiong Da faces a girl in a black robe who uses sneak attacks and evasive tactics, refusing to engage in a direct fight.
• The girl transforms into a divine beast, the Phantom Cat, increasing her speed and strength significantly.
• Xiong Da transforms into a massive brown bear, revealing himself to be a divine beast as well.
• The Phantom Cat uses her innate divine ability, creating thousands of clones with increased strength.
• Xiong Da and the Phantom Cat engage in a fierce battle, with the outcome yet to be determined.

Character Developments

• Xiong Da demonstrates his divine beast form and increased strength, showing he's more powerful than initially thought.
• The girl in the black robe is revealed to be the Phantom Cat, a divine beast with powerful innate abilities.
• Olivier and Nikola observe the battle, with Nikola recognizing the Phantom Cat's innate divine ability and expressing concern for Xiong Da.

Significant Themes

• The power and danger of divine beasts, both in terms of their strength and the threat they face from those who seek their blood essence.
• The importance of adaptability and strategy in battle, as shown by the Phantom Cat's use of illusions and evasive tactics.

Character Interactions

• Xiong Da and the Phantom Cat engage in a fierce battle, testing each other's strength and abilities.
• Olivier and Nikola observe the battle, with Nikola providing insight into the Phantom Cat's abilities and expressing concern for Xiong Da.
• The bandits watch the battle, expressing excitement and anticipation for the outcome.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xiong Da, transformed into a giant brown bear, battles against multiple Phantom Cats, each growing to over 2000 meters in length.
• Xiong Da fuses four Laws and Profound Mysteries, defeating the lead Phantom Cat.
• The defeated Phantom Cat attempts to attack Olivier, but he easily defeats her with a brief, powerful strike.
• Xiong Da and Olivier discuss the fate of the injured Phantom Cat, with Xiong Da refusing to take her as a wife and deciding to let her go.

Character Developments

• Xiong Da: Demonstrates immense strength and divine might, but also shows reluctance to harm women and disinterest in taking a wife.
• Olivier: Reveals hidden strength, defeating the Phantom Cat in an instant, and shows a teasing, playful side when interacting with Xiong Da.
• Phantom Cat: Shows resilience and determination, but also fear and desperation when faced with capture or death.

Significant Themes

• Strength and Power: The battle showcases the characters' immense strength and divine abilities.
• Chivalry and Honor: Xiong Da's reluctance to harm women or take her as a wife highlights his code of honor.
• Brotherhood and Camaraderie: The interaction between Xiong Da and Olivier displays their friendly bond.

Character Interactions

• Xiong Da and Olivier: They display a friendly, teasing dynamic, with Olivier playfully suggesting the Phantom Cat become Xiong Da's wife, and Xiong Da refusing.
• Xiong Da and Phantom Cat: Xiong Da shows reluctance to harm the Phantom Cat, ultimately deciding to let her go.
• Phantom Cat and Olivier: The Phantom Cat attempts to ambush Olivier, but he easily defeats her, showing her his strength.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xiong Da and Olivier capture the divine beast Amy, the Phantom Cat, but let her go.
• Olivier decides to visit Ablass City, accompanied by Spira.
• Olivier enters the Fallen Castle, seeking information on the Fallen Angel.
• He buys several books, including the War of Faith, which contains an introduction to Fallen Angels.

Character Developments

• Xiong Da gains confidence in his leadership after a successful robbery.
• Olivier demonstrates his strength and kindness, letting Amy go despite the risk of future retaliation.
• Olivier shows his determination to find information about the Fallen Angel, even spending a significant amount of Dark Stones on books.

Significant Themes

• Kindness and Benevolence vs. Cruelty in the Divine Realm: Xiong Da's decision to let Amy go is unusual in the harsh world of the Darkness Divine Plane.
• The Value of Information: Olivier is willing to spend a large amount of Dark Stones to gain knowledge about the Fallen Angel.

Character Interactions

• Xiong Da and Olivier's camaraderie grows as they work together in the robbery.
• Olivier and Amy's interaction shows her vengeful nature and Olivier's mercy.
• Olivier and the old bookstore owner's interaction highlights the owner's cunning and Olivier's eagerness to learn about the Fallen Angel.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Olivier stays at an inn in Ablass City, studying books about the Four Supreme Planes and Seven Divine Planes.
• He learns about the powerhouses of each plane, the benefits of faith, and the role of angels in the Faith Wars.
• Olivier decides to wait in Ablass City for Xiong Da, who will arrive in ten days.
• Spira takes Olivier to see the Shadow Assassin statue, triggering a thought about the connection between the Shadow Assassin, the Black Crystal, and his invisibility technique.

Character Developments

• Olivier demonstrates his interest in learning and understanding the Darkness Divine Plane's history and power dynamics.
• Spira shows his knowledge of Ablass City and his eagerness to please Olivier.

Significant Themes

• The pursuit of knowledge and understanding.
• The connection between the Shadow Assassin, the Black Crystal, and the invisibility technique.

Character Interactions

• Olivier and Spira interact positively, with Spira acting as a guide to Ablass City and Olivier showing interest in learning from him.
• Olivier's sudden departure after seeing the Shadow Assassin statue leaves Spira confused but not offended.

Key Plot Points and Events

1. Olivier discovers that the Black Crystal is related to the Shadow Assassin's ability.
2. He attempts to decipher the mysteries within the Black Crystal but finds it challenging and time-consuming.
3. Olivier realizes that the Shadow Assassin Statue's peculiar feeling aids in comprehending the Black Crystal's patterns.
4. He visits the Shadow Assassin Castle daily to observe the statue, drawing attention from the staff.
5. Xiong Da arrives in Ablass City, and Olivier decides to visit the Fallen Castle to see the Floating Shadows, hoping they might help him understand the Black Crystal better.

Character Developments

1. Olivier: Becomes increasingly focused and determined to unravel the secret of the Black Crystal and the Shadow Assassin's ability. He displays impatience and frustration when faced with challenges in deciphering the crystal's mysteries.
2. Spira: Shows understanding and concern for Olivier's daily activities, offering helpful suggestions when Olivier expresses interest in the Shadow Assassin Projection.
3. Xiong Da: Arrives in Ablass City and is eager to catch up with Olivier. He is curious about Olivier's interest in the Shadow Assassin and hopes to learn more about it.

Significant Themes

1. Pursuit of Knowledge and Power: Olivier's single-minded pursuit of understanding the Black Crystal and the Shadow Assassin's ability highlights the theme of relentless pursuit of knowledge and power, even in the face of challenges and obstacles.
2. Brotherhood and Loyalty: The bond between Olivier and Xiong Da demonstrates the theme of brotherhood and loyalty, as Olivier decides to put aside his work to welcome Xiong Da and accompany him to the Fallen Castle.

Character Interactions

1. Olivier and Xiong Da: The two leaders catch up and discuss their respective activities, with Xiong Da expressing curiosity about Olivier's interest in the Shadow Assassin.
2. Olivier and Spira: Olivier glances at Spira, making him feel uneasy, and later accepts Spira's suggestion to view the Shadow Assassin Projection. This interaction shows a level of trust and respect between the two characters.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Floating Shadow Shop sells crystal balls containing recorded battles of powerful experts.
• Olivier and his group arrive to buy a Shadow Assassin projection, but it's expensive (500 million Dark Stones).
• Young Prefecture Lord Harry arrives, buys a different projection (5 billion Dark Stones), and humiliates Olivier.
• Olivier and Xiong Da pool their resources (400 million each) to afford the Shadow Assassin projection.

Character Developments

• Olivier: Shows determination to acquire the Shadow Assassin projection, despite its high cost.
• Xiong Da: Demonstrates loyalty and wealth, offering to help Olivier buy the projection.
• Harry: Exhibits arrogance and wealth, looking down on Olivier and his group.

Significant Themes

• Wealth and status: The power dynamics between Olivier, Xiong Da, and Harry are influenced by their wealth and status.
• Determination: Olivier's resolve to obtain the Shadow Assassin projection, despite obstacles.
• Humiliation: Olivier feels humiliated by Harry's treatment, hinting at potential future conflict.

Character Interactions

• Olivier and Harry: Harry humiliates Olivier, fueling potential future conflict.
• Olivier and Xiong Da: They show camaraderie and support, helping each other to afford the projection.
• The Orange-haired Youth (Shop Owner) and Olivier: The owner initially underestimates Olivier but later realizes his wealth and potential.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Olivier buys the Shadow Assassin Projection and returns to the inn to study it.
• After 20 days, Olivier fully understands the Black Crystal's patterns and the secret of the Shadow Assassin.
• He discovers that the Black Crystal can create a tiny space, allowing him to hide undetected, which he names "Bubble Space."

Character Developments

• Olivier becomes more focused and determined in his pursuit of understanding the Shadow Assassin's secret.
• He gains a new ability, Bubble Space, enhancing his stealth and safety.

Significant Themes

• The pursuit of knowledge and understanding.
• The power of space and its laws.
• The concept of invincibility and its limitations.

Character Interactions

• Olivier declines Xiong Da's invitation to visit the Dream Fragrance Pavilion, showing his dedication to his studies.
• Olivier's newfound ability, Bubble Space, is not shared with other characters in this chapter.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Olivier and his companions visit the Dream Fragrance Pavilion for entertainment.
• Olivier is captivated by the pavilion's unique "dreamscape" effect and the special fragrance that enhances one's ability to comprehend laws.
• Xiong Da invites four top-tier beauties (two Fox-kin, one Mermaid, one Elf) to join their dining experience, each commanding an appearance fee of ten million Dark Stones.

Character Developments

• Olivier is shown enjoying the pleasures of the Darkness Divine Plane, contrasting with his previous focus on cultivation and combat.
• Krix and Spira are initially starstruck by the beauties but gradually loosen up and enjoy the experience.

Significant Themes

• The pursuit of pleasure and enjoyment in life, contrasting with the relentless pursuit of power and cultivation.
• The value and appeal of beautiful women, as seen through the high cost of the beauties' appearance fees.

Character Interactions

• Olivier and Xiong Da enjoy each other's company and share a camaraderie born of their shared experiences and values.
• Krix and Spira are initially awkward around the beauties but eventually relax and engage in conversation and drinking.
• The four beauties, Lily, Nana, Sasha, and Sisi, are perceptive and adapt their behavior based on their clients' status and preferences.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Dream Fragrance Pavilion hosts a performance by Fox-kin, Mermaids, and Elves.
• Olivier, Xiong Da, and their companions attend, with Olivier tipping generously.
• Harry, son of the Sanjiang Prefecture Lord, and Sardis, son of the Big Bear Mountain's First Leader, also attend and engage in a tipping competition.
• Olivier's group learns about the three great young masters of Sanjiang Prefecture: Harry, Sardis, and Majestic.

Character Developments

• Olivier: Shows appreciation for the performances and tipping generously, revealing his wealth and status.
• Harry: Displayed as arrogant and seeking face, with a grudge against Sardis.
• Sardis: Generous and righteous, aiming to suppress Harry.
• Majestic: Strongest among the three young masters, infatuated with an unknown woman.

Significant Themes

• Wealth and status: The tipping competition highlights the characters' wealth and social standing.
• Rivalry: Harry and Sardis's competition showcases their rivalry and desire for superiority.
• Infatuation: Majestic's infatuation with an unknown woman adds an enigma to the narrative.

Character Interactions

• Olivier and Xiong Da: Travel companions who enjoy the performances together.
• Olivier and Sasha: Olivier learns about the Dream Fragrance Pavilion and the three great young masters from Sasha.
• Harry and Sardis: Engage in a tipping competition, revealing their rivalry and animosity.
• Olivier, Xiong Da, and the three great young masters: Their interactions are implied through the tipping competition and the information provided by Sasha.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Olivier, Xiong Da, Krix, and Spira leave Ablass City for Black Rock Mountain.
• Badi, a Level 7 Shadow Assassin, blocks their path, intending to capture them on Harry's orders.
• Olivier and Xiong Da reveal their true strength, fighting Badi as peak Level 6 Shadow Assassins.
• The battle is observed by a high-stage god bandit scout.

Character Developments

• Olivier and Xiong Da demonstrate their growth and power, capable of fighting a Level 7 Shadow Assassin.
• Badi shows caution and respect for Olivier and Xiong Da's strength, indicating he might not be an invincible foe.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and fear of the strong.
• The consequences of provoking powerful enemies, as Olivier and Xiong Da face Badi due to Harry's displeasure.

Character Interactions

• Olivier and Xiong Da fight side by side against Badi, showing unity and determination.
• Badi probes Olivier and Xiong Da's background, revealing his caution and respect for their strength.
• The high-stage god bandit scout observes the battle, highlighting the potential danger of bandits in the Darkness Divine Plane.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Badi, a Level 7 Shadow Assassin, confronts Olivier and Xiong Da, demanding answers about their identity.
• Badi uses his Water Domain, assaulting them with countless ice blades.
• Olivier and Xiong Da struggle to defend against Badi's onslaught.
• Olivier reveals a Sovereign Artifact, turning the tide of the battle.
• Powerhouses from Ablass City, including Sardis and a middle-aged man, observe the fight.

Character Developments

• Badi showcases his strength and confidence, backed by his powerful Water Domain and ice blades.
• Olivier demonstrates his strategic thinking and resourcefulness, deciding to use his Sovereign Artifact to counter Badi.
• Xiong Da reveals his shock and awe at seeing Olivier's Sovereign Artifact.

Significant Themes

• The power of Sovereign Artifacts and their rarity.
• The vast difference in strength between levels of Shadow Assassins.
• The importance of strategic decision-making in battle.

Character Interactions

• Badi underestimates Olivier and Xiong Da, leading to his initial overconfidence.
• Olivier and Xiong Da work together to defend against Badi, with Olivier ultimately deciding to use his Sovereign Artifact.
• Sardis and the middle-aged man observe the fight, planning to intervene if necessary.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Olivier reveals a Sovereign Artifact, astonishing onlookers.
• Olivier's use of both Light and Darkness laws exposes him as a Soul Mutator.
• Badi, a Level 7 Shadow Assassin, attempts to stop Olivier and Xiong Da, but Olivier's Sovereign Artifact turns the tide.
• Badi tries to negotiate, claiming it was a misunderstanding.

Character Developments

• Olivier: Proves himself a formidable force with a Sovereign Artifact and his Soul Mutator abilities.
• Badi: Initially confident, becomes cautious and apologetic when faced with Olivier's newfound power.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics: The reveal of Olivier's Sovereign Artifact shifts the balance of power.
• Appearances vs. reality: Badi's initial aggression contrasts with his later attempts to de-escalate the situation.

Character Interactions

• Olivier and Xiong Da: Their bond is reinforced as they fight together against Badi.
• Olivier and Badi: Their interaction shifts from hostile to cautious, with Badi trying to appease Olivier.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Olivier confronts Badi, who admits to framing him but claims it was a misunderstanding.
• Olivier attacks Badi with his Sovereign Artifact, revealing its immense power.
• Badi tries to defend and escape but is severely wounded.
• Olivier defeats Badi and kills him, taking his interspatial ring and godhead.

Character Developments

• Olivier demonstrates the power of his Sovereign Artifact and his strategic thinking in deciding Badi's fate.
• Badi shows cowardice and desperation when faced with death, revealing the true reason behind his actions.

Significant Themes

• The power of Sovereign Artifacts and Sovereign Power.
• The consequences of petty grudges and revenge.
• The importance of strategic decision-making in life-or-death situations.

Character Interactions

• Olivier and Badi's confrontation highlights the power imbalance between them and the futility of Badi's resistance.
• Olivier's decision to kill Badi showcases his ruthlessness and pragmatism.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Badi, the Ice Blade Shadow Assassin, is killed by Olivier using a Sovereign Artifact.
• Harry, the Young Prefecture Lord of Sanjiang Prefecture, witnesses the event and flees.
• Olivier and Xiong Da's identities are suspected to be a Sovereign's child or a Sovereign's Emissary.

Character Developments

• Olivier: Shows immense power and fearlessness in using a Sovereign Artifact.
• Xiong Da: Demonstrates his shrewdness and adaptability in questioning Olivier's identity.
• Harry: Reveals his cowardice and lack of loyalty to his subordinates by fleeing.

Significant Themes

• Power and Status: The possession of a Sovereign Artifact elevates Olivier's status and attracts suspicion.
• Identity and Origin: Olivier's mysterious background sparks curiosity and speculation among the crowd.
• Greed and Ambition: The onlookers' thoughts revolve around the possibility of Olivier being a lucky finder of a fallen Sovereign's artifact.

Character Interactions

• Olivier and Xiong Da: Their interaction reveals Xiong Da's shrewdness and Olivier's evasiveness regarding his identity.
• Olivier and Harry: Their indirect confrontation leads to Harry's flight, showing Olivier's intimidating presence.
• Olivier and the Crowd: The onlookers' reactions to Olivier's display of power range from shock and awe to greed and suspicion.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Olivier uses the Sovereign Artifact to defeat Badi, revealing his possession of it.
• Sardis from Big Bear Mountain approaches Olivier and Xiong Da, expressing his desire to befriend them.
• Sardis warns Olivier about the potential dangers of possessing a Sovereign Artifact without sufficient strength.

Character Developments

• Olivier remains calm and collected despite Sardis's probing about his identity and the Sovereign Artifact.
• Sardis demonstrates his straightforward and hearty nature, but also shows cunning in testing Olivier.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics and dangers of possessing a Sovereign Artifact without sufficient strength.
• The importance of identity and background in the power struggles of the Shadow World.

Character Interactions

• Olivier and Xiong Da are cautious but polite with Sardis, declining his invitation to Big Bear Mountain but accepting his visit to Black Rock Mountain.
• Sardis tests Olivier, trying to discern his identity and the source of his Sovereign Artifact.
• Olivier and Xiong Da are wary of Sardis's intentions but maintain a friendly demeanor.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Olivier and Xiong Da return to Black Rock Mountain, while Sardis stays behind.
• News of Olivier killing the Ice Blade Shadow Assassin spreads, sparking interest in his identity and Sovereign Artifact.
• Shadow Assassin Castle sells detailed information about Olivier for 100 billion Dark Stones, revealing his past and current location.
• Prefecture Lord-level powerhouses, including Hadley, Ukleman, Metternich, and others, purchase the information and set off for Black Rock Mountain.

Character Developments

• Olivier keeps his identity obscure for safety, not revealing his status as a Sovereign's Emissary.
• Hadley, Ukleman, Metternich, and other powerhouses become interested in Olivier's Sovereign Artifact, leading them to Black Rock Mountain.

Significant Themes

• The power and allure of Sovereign Artifacts, which drive characters' actions and decisions.
• The importance of information and knowledge in the Darkness Divine Plane, as seen in Shadow Assassin Castle's business model.

Character Interactions

• Olivier's actions in Ablass City lead others to believe he's not a Sovereign's son or Emissary, but a lucky finder of a fallen Sovereign's artifact.
• Prefecture Lord-level powerhouses, driven by greed and ambition, converge on Black Rock Mountain, setting the stage for potential conflict.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Olivier, in high spirits due to recent victories, teaches a song to the bandits of Black Rock Mountain.
• News arrives that powerful enemies (Level 7 Shadow Assassins and Prefecture Lord-level experts) are coming to seize Olivier's Sovereign Artifact.
• Olivier decides to face these enemies instead of fleeing, with Xiong Da choosing to stand by him.

Character Developments

• Olivier: Shows confidence and courage in facing powerful enemies, indicating he has a plan or secret strength.
• Xiong Da: Reveals loyalty and hidden strength by choosing to fight alongside Olivier.
• Bandits (Nikola, Nado, Grace): Decide to stay and face the battle, showing loyalty and understanding of their situation.

Significant Themes

• Courage and facing challenges head-on.
• Loyalty and camaraderie among the bandits.
• The allure of power and the danger it brings (Sovereign Artifact as a magnet for powerful enemies).

Character Interactions

• Olivier and Xiong Da: Share a bond of trust and mutual respect, choosing to fight together.
• Olivier and the bandits: Olivier shows concern for their safety but also respects their decision to stay.
• Olivier and the incoming powerhouses: Tension builds as Olivier prepares to face them.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Aragas, a peak Level 7 Shadow Assassin, arrives at Black Rock Mountain to challenge Olivier, believing him to be an imposter with a stolen Sovereign Artifact.
• Olivier refuses to reveal his true identity and decides to face Aragas.
• Aragas attacks Olivier with a powerful wind blade technique, which Olivier manages to block using his ultimate technique, Ten Thousand Swords Return to Origin.

Character Developments

• Olivier realizes the pitfalls of being Beirut's Sovereign's Emissary and decides not to reveal his status.
• Aragas becomes increasingly confident in his ability to defeat Olivier and claim his Sovereign Artifact.

Significant Themes

• The allure and danger of possessing a Sovereign Artifact.
• The consequences of impersonating a powerful figure.

Character Interactions

• Olivier and Aragas engage in a tense standoff, with Aragas probing Olivier's identity before attacking.
• Xiong Da and the bandits watch the confrontation, with some expressing concern for Olivier's safety despite his previous victories.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Olivier and Aragas engage in a battle, with Aragas initially having the upper hand due to his superior speed.
• Aragas uses a consistent move, changing positions and striking repeatedly, wearing down Olivier.
• Olivier is severely injured and considers using Sovereign Power.
• Xiong Da offers to use his innate divine ability, Annihilation, to help defeat Aragas.
• Xiong Da uses his innate divine ability, severely wounding Aragas, and Olivier delivers the finishing blow with his Sovereign Artifact, killing Aragas.

Character Developments

• Olivier is pushed to his limits, considering using Sovereign Power, but ultimately doesn't have to.
• Aragas is confident in his speed and strength, underestimating Olivier and Xiong Da's combined power.
• Xiong Da reveals his powerful innate divine ability, showing his worth as a Midgod.

Significant Themes

• Teamwork and cooperation: Olivier and Xiong Da's combined efforts lead to victory.
• The power of innate divine abilities: Xiong Da's Annihilation proves to be a game-changer.
• The limits of individual strength: Olivier and Aragas's battle highlights the importance of adaptability and strategy.

Character Interactions

• Olivier and Aragas: Their battle showcases their skills and determination, with Aragas underestimating Olivier's resilience.
• Olivier and Xiong Da: They work together to defeat Aragas, demonstrating their trust and cooperation.
• Xiong Da and Aragas: Xiong Da's innate divine ability reveals the power gap between a Midgod and a peak Level 7 Shadow Assassin.