Chapter Summaries

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Changsheng decides to visit the Xuanxiang World to resolve his feelings for Sheng Qingqing.
• He activates his Realm Fixing Token, which allows him to travel to the Xuanxiang World for three days.
• Upon arrival, he uses his Void-Piercing Golden Pupils to see the Divine Path network of the Chishui Divine Court, catching the gaze of Mu Yong, the Water-Ordering Emperor.

Character Developments

• Lin Changsheng: He's determined to resolve his feelings for Sheng Qingqing and is willing to spend a significant amount of Ascension Points to do so.
• Qing: She's supportive of Lin Changsheng's decision and even offers to be the secondary wife if Sheng Qingqing minds.
• Mu Yong: He has been accumulating merit and erasing his evil deeds, performing exceptionally well among the Divine Path emperors.

Significant Themes

• The Divine Path vs. Immortal Dao: The Divine Path is flourishing in Xuanxiang World, but the Immortal Dao endures.
• Resolving Feelings: Lin Changsheng's trip to the Xuanxiang World is to resolve his feelings for Sheng Qingqing.
• Time Synchronization: The duration of Lin Changsheng's stay in the Xuanxiang World is limited to three days due to time synchronization.

Character Interactions

• Lin Changsheng and Qing: They have a close relationship, with Qing supporting Lin Changsheng's decision to visit the Xuanxiang World.
• Lin Changsheng and Mu Yong: Although they haven't interacted directly, Lin Changsheng's use of the Void-Piercing Golden Pupils allows him to see Mu Yong across the Divine Path network.
• Xu Xing and Lin Changsheng: Xu Xing, as a Sword Ancestor, keeps an eye on Lin Changsheng's activities in the Xuanxiang World.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Changsheng, a Spirit Transformation cultivator from beyond the heavens, returns to the Xuanxiang World, seeking to meet Sheng Qingqing, a Void Return cultivator he had encountered in his previous visit.
• Mu Yong, the Water-Ordering Emperor and ruler of the Chishui Divine Court, senses Lin Changsheng's presence and decides to welcome him, hoping to befriend him and his associates.
• Lin Changsheng finds Sheng Qingqing in a dilapidated temple by the Underworld River, where they have a heart-to-heart conversation.

Character Developments

• Mu Yong: He has grown stronger, having refined two primordial divine positions and gained significant merit. He remains biased towards the Immortal Path but continues to govern the Divine Path for the stability of the Xuanxiang World.
• Lin Changsheng: He has returned to the Xuanxiang World to fulfill his wish of meeting Sheng Qingqing again. Upon seeing her, he realizes that his feelings for her were based on an idealized image and that he has now let go of those emotions.
• Sheng Qingqing: She has changed significantly after the great upheaval and no longer holds the same pursuits and ambitions as before. She is curious about Lin Changsheng's world and expresses a desire to visit it.

Significant Themes

• Change and Adaptation: The Xuanxiang World has undergone significant changes, transitioning from the Immortal Path to the Divine Path. Characters like Mu Yong and Sheng Qingqing must adapt to these changes.
• Letting Go of the Past: Lin Changsheng's return to the Xuanxiang World allows him to confront and let go of his feelings for Sheng Qingqing, enabling him to move forward.
• The Power of Friendship and Alliance: Mu Yong seeks to befriend Lin Changsheng and his associates, understanding the potential benefits of such an alliance.

Character Interactions

• Mu Yong and Lin Changsheng: Although they have not yet met, Mu Yong is aware of Lin Changsheng's presence and plans to welcome him, while Lin Changsheng is unaware of Mu Yong's existence.
• Lin Changsheng and Sheng Qingqing: They meet again after some time, allowing them to catch up and express their thoughts and feelings. Their conversation reveals their personal growth and changes in perspective.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Changsheng visits the Underworld River God Temple, where Sheng Qingqing asks him about the possibility of ascending to the Great Profound Realm. He answers that while it's theoretically possible, the chances are highly unlikely due to her past actions and the stringent requirements for ascension.
• Lin Changsheng leaves the temple, returning to the Xuanxiang World to wander and recoup his losses.
• Mu Yong, the Chishui Divine Court's True Monarch, considers disposing of Sheng Qingqing but ultimately decides against it.
• Pill Ancestor visits the Sword Sect, giving Xu Xing a flask of medicinal wine and discussing Xu Xing's progress in tracing back to 'Tai.'
• In the Dharma Weapon Realm, Su Jian has been secretly cultivating using the Basic Qi Refining Formula and has reached the third level of Qi Refining. He has also been refining his Heaven Cutting Ruler into a sword using his spiritual energy.

Character Developments

• Sheng Qingqing: She is still a Void Return cultivator but has been reduced to a subordinate deity under Mu Yong's command. She is deeply entangled in the Divine Path and has not been liquidated due to her connections with cultivators from beyond the heavens.
• Lin Changsheng: He has not changed much, still being carefree and detached. He leaves the Underworld River God Temple to wander and recoup his losses.
• Mu Yong: He considers disposing of Sheng Qingqing but decides against it, opting to keep a closer eye on her instead.
• Xu Xing: He is still focused on tracing back to 'Tai' and has been extracting transcendent elements from the Dharma Weapon Realm. He is confident that he can prevent Xuan from interfering with his actions.
• Su Jian: He has been secretly cultivating using the Basic Qi Refining Formula and has reached the third level of Qi Refining. He has also been refining his Heaven Cutting Ruler into a sword.

Significant Themes

• The theme of cultivation and the requirements for ascension are explored through Sheng Qingqing's conversation with Lin Changsheng.
• The theme of the Divine Path and the Immortal Path coexisting and achieving one another is mentioned by Mu Yong.
• The theme of the extraordinary talent of cultivators and the importance of artifacts is highlighted through Su Jian's experiences.

Character Interactions

• Sheng Qingqing and Lin Changsheng: They have a conversation about the possibility of ascension, with Lin Changsheng being honest but not blunt about the slim chances.
• Xu Xing and Pill Ancestor: They discuss Xu Xing's progress in tracing back to 'Tai' and the situation in the Dharma Weapon Realm.
• Su Jian and the other cultivators of the Xu Yan Sect: Su Jian interacts with them daily, being cautious to hide his secret of refining Qi without the aid of Dharma Weapons.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Jian, a Qi Refining disciple of the Xu Yan Sect, meets Qin Yue, his senior sister and protector.
• Qin Yue brings Su Jian a Spirit-Nurturing Fruit, the final ingredient for his Qi Condensation Pill.
• Su Jian successfully refines the Qi Condensation Pill but struggles with the process, resulting in only two intact pills out of seven.
• He gives two pills to his backer, Elder Zeng, and one (defective) to Qin Yue.
• Both Su Jian and Qin Yue go into seclusion to advance their cultivation. Su Jian successfully reaches the fourth level of Qi Condensation.
• Qin Yue, however, fails her breakthrough, resulting in damage to her Spirit Sea.

Character Developments

• Su Jian: Shows kindness and concern for others, struggles with alchemy but improves with practice. Reaches the fourth level of Qi Condensation.
• Qin Yue: Envies Su Jian's resources and progress. Fails her breakthrough attempt, leading to serious injury.

Significant Themes

• The scarcity and importance of spiritual items and pills in the cultivation world.
• The struggle and perseverance required for cultivation breakthroughs.
• The kindness and concern shown by Su Jian, even to those who may not deserve it.

Character Interactions

• Su Jian and Qin Yue: Qin Yue envies Su Jian's resources and progress, while Su Jian shows genuine concern for Qin Yue's well-being. They share a bond as members of the same faction within the Xu Yan Sect.
• Su Jian and Elder Zeng: Su Jian's backer, who supports him and provides resources for his cultivation.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Qin Yue, critically injured, collapses into Su Jian's arms.
• Su Jian remembers a conversation with Qin Yue about her regrets if she were to fail in her cultivation path.
• Xu Xing observes Su Jian and Qin Yue from a time branch, understanding Su Jian's conflicted nature.
• Xu Xing sees a vast, violet-hued sphere absorbing the remaining spiritual energy of the world.
• Xuan, the Supreme Being, arrives outside the Dharma Weapon Realm and observes the world's state.
• Xuan attempts to annihilate the Dharma Weapon Realm due to the disturbance in the transcendent order caused by Xu Xing's actions.

Character Developments

• Su Jian: Struggles with his feelings for Qin Yue and his responsibility towards her. Remembers their past conversation about her regrets.
• Qin Yue: On the brink of death, expresses her lack of remorse for her choices in cultivation.
• Xu Xing: Observes Su Jian's conflict, understands his hesitation, and awaits his decision regarding the Basic Qi Refining Formula.
• Xuan: Arrives to investigate the disturbance in the transcendent order, decides to annihilate the Dharma Weapon Realm due to Xu Xing's actions.

Significant Themes

• The consequences of one's actions and choices.
• The struggle between personal responsibility and the greater good.
• The power dynamics between different realms and existences.

Character Interactions

• Su Jian and Qin Yue: Su Jian holds Qin Yue as she nears death, remembering their past conversation and her current state.
• Xu Xing and Su Jian: Xu Xing observes Su Jian's internal conflict, awaiting his decision regarding Qin Yue.
• Xuan and the Saint Venerable: Xuan acknowledges the Saint Venerable's fear of him, understanding his vindictive nature.
• Xuan and the Dharma Weapon Realm: Xuan attempts to annihilate the Dharma Weapon Realm due to the disturbance caused by Xu Xing's actions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xuan and Xu Xing clash in the Chaos Sea, with Xu Xing using the World Derivation Method to create a Time Branch in the Dharma Weapon Realm.
• Xuan and Xu Xing meet atop a spiritual peak in the Time Branch, discussing their past and present situations.
• Xuan reveals that he once considered recruiting Saint Venerable to help against Xu Xing.

Character Developments

• Xu Xing: Confirms his suspicions about the Ultimate's survival and explains his plan to trace its source using the Time Branch.
• Xuan: Reflects on his past with Xu Xing, acknowledging that they walk different paths.

Significant Themes

• Fate and destiny: The paths chosen by Xuan and Xu Xing are shaped by their past experiences and responsibilities.
• Responsibility vs. personal desires: Both characters grapple with their duties and what they truly want, leading them down different paths.

Character Interactions

• Xuan and Xu Xing: Their conversation reveals their shared history and understanding of each other, despite their opposing positions. They express mutual admiration and regret for their diverging paths.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xuan decides to stay and wait for the extraction results.
• Su Jian, now at the fourth layer of Qi Refining, learns about Qin Yue's changed fate and the 'Master of Calamity.'
• Su Jian visits the Dharma Transmission Hall, where he meets Elder Zeng Yun and later encounters his father, King Cheng.

Character Developments

• Su Jian: He has grown in cultivation and is now more determined to protect Qin Yue from her predetermined fate. He is also more confident in his abilities.
• Qin Yue: She is still asleep, unaware of the changes in her fate.
• Xuan: He reveals his intention to improve the Dharma Weapon Realm's cultivation method.
• Xu Xing: He asks Xuan about improving the Dharma Weapon Realm's cultivation method.
• King Cheng: He appears more sinister and powerful, hinting at his ambitions.

Significant Themes

• Fate and Destiny: Su Jian continues to alter Qin Yue's fate, and the 'Master of Calamity' remains a looming threat.
• Cultivation and Improvement: The focus shifts to improving the Dharma Weapon Realm's cultivation method, with Xuan and Xu Xing discussing potential changes.

Character Interactions

• Su Jian and Qin Yue: Their relationship deepens, with Su Jian showing concern for Qin Yue's well-being and future.
• Su Jian and Elder Zeng Yun: They have a friendly exchange, with Zeng Yun showing concern for Su Jian's health and hinting at his own mortality.
• Xuan and Xu Xing: They discuss the potential improvements to the Dharma Weapon Realm's cultivation method, with Xuan sharing his ideas and Xu Xing acknowledging their difficulty.
• King Cheng and Zeng Yun: They have a tense exchange, with King Cheng revealing his ambition and Zeng Yun expressing skepticism.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xuan tests Tai's condition through Xu Xing, but Xuan prefers not to do so through Xu Xing.
• Pill Ancestor and Xu Xing discuss the extraction process and its timeline.
• Pill Ancestor visits Chen Huan and gives her a gift.
• Lin Changsheng returns from the Xuanxiang World and reunites with Qing.
• Lin Changsheng and Qing discuss their relationship and future plans.

Character Developments

• Xuan: Shows reluctance in testing Tai's condition through Xu Xing, suggesting a desire to maintain independence.
• Pill Ancestor: Demonstrates care and thoughtfulness towards Chen Huan, preparing a special gift for her.
• Lin Changsheng: Overcomes his attachment to the Xuanxiang World and commits to his relationship with Qing.
• Qing: Expresses her dedication to Lin Changsheng, stating that wherever he is, is her home.

Significant Themes

• Independence vs. Interdependence: Xuan's reluctance to rely on Xu Xing for information, and Qing's commitment to Lin Changsheng.
• Change and Adaptation: Lin Changsheng's acceptance of his current life and letting go of his past, and the changes in the Xuanxiang World's deities.
• Care and Consideration: Pill Ancestor's thoughtfulness towards Chen Huan, and Lin Changsheng's promise to take Qing back to her original world.

Character Interactions

• Xuan and Xu Xing: Xuan tests Tai's condition through Xu Xing, but prefers not to, showing a degree of independence.
• Pill Ancestor and Xu Xing: They discuss the extraction process and timeline, with Xu Xing showing deference to Pill Ancestor's plans.
• Lin Changsheng and Qing: They reunite, and Qing expresses her dedication to Lin Changsheng, leading to a heartfelt conversation about their future together.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Changsheng returns from the Xuanxiang World with a drop of world origin.
• He considers giving it to Sheng Qingqing to help her reach Void Return.
• Chi Jiuyu invites Li Ke for a meal and asks about the Earth Immortal Realm and Xi Li.
• True Immortals gather at Sword Sect to observe the Dharma Weapon Realm's ascension.

Character Developments

• Lin Changsheng shows care for Sheng Qingqing's cultivation.
• Chi Jiuyu displays her ambition and resourcefulness in seeking information about the Earth Immortal Realm and Xi Li.
• Confusion shows his social skills and adaptability in joining different groups of True Immortals.

Significant Themes

• The power and importance of world origin.
• Ambition and resourcefulness in seeking knowledge and opportunities.
• Social dynamics and relationships among True Immortals.

Character Interactions

• Lin Changsheng and Sheng Qingqing (implied interaction through Lin Changsheng's thoughts).
• Chi Jiuyu and Li Ke (Chi Jiuyu seeks information from Li Ke about the Earth Immortal Realm and Xi Li).
• True Immortals (gather at Sword Sect to observe the Dharma Weapon Realm's ascension, displaying various interactions and dynamics).

Key Plot Points and Events

• Bie Xuening proposes that Xuan and Tai might not be of the Cang Race.
• Xu Xing shares his thoughts about the Cang Race's origins and the appearance of Cang's Ancestor.
• Su Jian and Qin Yue spread the Basic Qi Refining Formula, causing chaos in the Dharma Weapon Realm.
• New-method cultivators deduce a Foundation Establishment method without relying on Dharma Weapons.
• Su Jian's cultivation reaches Foundation Establishment Perfection.

Character Developments

• Bie Xuening remains calm and assertive in the face of Charm Ancestor's rebuttal.
• Xu Xing shows analytical skills and considers the possibility of Xuan and Tai not being Cang's Ancestors.
• Su Jian and Qin Yue grow in experience and cultivation, facing challenges and adapting to changes in the Dharma Weapon Realm.
• Su Jian's cultivation improves significantly, reaching Foundation Establishment Perfection.

Significant Themes

• The origins and nature of the Cang Race and their Ancestors.
• The impact of new cultivation methods on society and the balance of power.
• The struggle between old and new methods, and the pursuit of higher cultivation realms.

Character Interactions

• Bie Xuening and Xu Xing discuss their thoughts on the Cang Race's origins.
• Su Jian and Qin Yue work together to spread the Basic Qi Refining Formula and deduce subsequent cultivation methods.
• Su Jian meets with Qin Yue in a secret location, showing a level of trust and camaraderie between them.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Qin Yue and Su Jian reminisce about their journey over the past five years.
• Su Jian reflects on his growth and the mysteries surrounding the Basic Qi Refining Formula and the senior who gave it to him.
• Su Zheng, Su Jian's father and now a Golden Core cultivator, appears and reveals he knows about the Fate Cultivation Furnace.
• Su Zheng reveals he is the Master of Calamity and aims to attain Yuanzhen (a higher cultivation realm) when the transformation of heaven and earth ends.

Character Developments

• Su Jian has grown significantly in strength, reaching Foundation Establishment Perfection and mastering the Myriad Transformation Sword Technique, allowing him to defeat Golden Cores across realms.
• Qin Yue's cultivation has also improved, but her progress in the Myriad Transformation Sword Technique lags behind Su Jian's.
• Su Zheng has reached the Golden Core realm and possesses the Master of Calamity title, hinting at his powerful and mysterious background.

Significant Themes

• The power of the Basic Qi Refining Formula and its potential connection to ancient Nascent Soul True Lords or even higher beings.
• The destructive and creative aspects of calamity, as represented by Su Zheng's Master of Calamity title and his goal to attain Yuanzhen.
• The complex relationship between Su Jian and his father, Su Zheng, and the secrets surrounding their family.

Character Interactions

• Su Jian and Qin Yue share a deep bond, having faced life and death together over the years.
• Su Jian's initial hostility towards Su Zheng gives way to curiosity and tension when his father reveals knowledge of the Fate Cultivation Furnace.
• Su Zheng's calm and collected demeanor contrasts with Su Jian's sarcastic and defensive attitude, highlighting the strained relationship between father and son.

Key Plot Points and Events

+ The Calamity Sword phantom appears, and Su Jian's Fate Cultivation Furnace reacts.
+ Su Zheng reveals the truth about the Dharma Weapon Realm's past and the ancient Nascent Souls' actions.
+ Su Zheng explains that the Fate Cultivation Furnace is a result of heaven and earth's "change" and that Su Jian is destined to be the Master of Fate Cultivation.
+ Xuan, in the Time Branch, observes the Dharma Weapon Realm's final moments and decides to terminate it.

Character Developments

+ Su Jian learns about his destiny as the Master of Fate Cultivation and the true nature of the Dharma Weapon Realm.
+ Su Zheng reveals his true intentions and warns Su Jian about the Basic Qi Refining Formula.
+ Xuan, in the Time Branch, decides to end the Dharma Weapon Realm's existence.

Significant Themes

+ Destiny and fate: The revelation of Su Jian's destiny as the Master of Fate Cultivation and the influence of fate on the Dharma Weapon Realm's history.
+ The consequences of power: The ancient Nascent Souls' actions and the subsequent destruction of the Dharma Weapon Realm.
+ Change and adaptation: The "change" brought by the Fate Cultivation Furnace and the Dharma Weapon Realm's struggle to adapt to new possibilities.

Character Interactions

+ Su Jian and Su Zheng: Father and son interact, with Su Zheng revealing crucial information and warning Su Jian.
+ Xuan and Xu Xing: The Time Branch's observer and maintainer interact, with Xuan deciding to terminate the Dharma Weapon Realm.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xu Xing stops Xuan's attempt to interfere with the Time Branch repairs using the Severance Sword.
• Xu Xing successfully stabilizes the Time Branch and extracts all extraordinary elements, returning heaven and earth to their original state.
• Su Jian, believing Su Zheng's warnings about the senior who helped him, attacks Su Zheng, leading to a massive battle that reveals the Calamity Sword's power and draws the attention of Golden Cores.
• The Dharma Weapon Realm descends into chaos as Golden Cores hunt for Su Zheng and other Nascent Soul dharma weapon holders.
• After two and a half years, the remaining Nascent Soul dharma weapon holders, including Su Jian, gather at Hidden Cliff Sect. Lin Chen, the holder of the Creation Hub, summons them to discuss their situation.

Character Developments

• Xu Xing: He successfully repairs the Time Branch and extracts extraordinary elements, showing his immense power and wisdom. He also demonstrates foresight and patience in waiting for the right time to leave.
• Su Jian: Initially confused and doubtful about the senior's intentions, Su Jian eventually attacks Su Zheng, revealing his hidden strength and determination. He becomes a target for Golden Cores and joins other Nascent Soul dharma weapon holders in hiding.
• Su Zheng: After losing his arm to Su Jian, Su Zheng becomes a wanted man, hunted by Golden Cores. He attends the gathering at Hidden Cliff Sect, revealing his defeat and loss of an arm.
• Lin Chen (True Lord Creation): He loses his original memories and obtains True Lord Creation's dharma weapon and memories. He summons the remaining Nascent Soul dharma weapon holders to discuss their situation, showing leadership and calmness.

Significant Themes

• The pursuit of power and resources, leading to chaos and conflict in the cultivation world.
• The consequences of hidden intentions and deception, as seen in the senior's actions towards Su Jian.
• The struggle for survival and the preservation of one's path, as demonstrated by the Nascent Soul dharma weapon holders.
• The passage of time and the changes it brings, both to individuals and the world at large.

Character Interactions

• Xu Xing and Xuan: Their interaction is brief but tense, with Xu Xing stopping Xuan's attempt to interfere with the Time Branch repairs using the Severance Sword.
• Su Jian and Su Zheng: Their father-son conflict escalates, leading to a massive battle that reveals the Calamity Sword's power and draws the attention of Golden Cores.
• Lin Chen and the other Nascent Soul dharma weapon holders: Lin Chen summons them to discuss their situation, showing leadership and calmness, while the other holders express their concerns and suspicions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A gathering of Nascent Soul Dharma Weapon wielders occurs, aiming to force Su Jian (Master of Fate Cultivation) to declare his stance on proving the Yuanzhen.
• Su Jian attends the gathering, demonstrating his powerful swordsmanship by killing Yinmiao Sanren, the wielder of the Mountain and River Mirror.
• Lin Chen, an ancient Nascent Soul cultivator, invites Su Jian to join forces against the other wielders, but Su Jian declines.
• The gathering ends without resolution, and Su Zheng, fearing Su Jian, leaves quickly.
• Su Jian returns to Prince Cheng's Mansion with Qin Yue and meets Lin Chen, who reveals that the Basic Qi Refining Formula and Su Jian's swordsmanship have no precedent in ancient cultivation.

Character Developments

• Su Jian: Shows immense growth in his swordsmanship, capable of killing a powerful Golden Core cultivator (Yinmiao Sanren) with ease. He remains calm and composed in the face of adversity.
• Lin Chen: Reveals his true strength and knowledge about the ancient era, hinting at a deeper understanding of the current situation. He attempts to ally with Su Jian but is rebuffed.
• Su Zheng: Becomes more cautious and fearful of Su Jian after witnessing his power, leaving the gathering early to avoid confrontation.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and alliances among cultivators.
• The search for the origin of the Basic Qi Refining Formula and Su Jian's swordsmanship.
• The importance of proving the Yuanzhen to advance to the Nascent Soul stage.

Character Interactions

• Su Jian and the other Nascent Soul Dharma Weapon wielders: Tense and confrontational, with Su Jian's power and attitude earning him respect and fear.
• Su Jian and Lin Chen: Initially hostile, but Lin Chen attempts to form an alliance with Su Jian, revealing valuable information about the ancient era.
• Su Jian and Qin Yue: Reunite and work together, with Qin Yue expressing concern for Su Jian's safety.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Chen, the first practitioner in the Dharma Weapon Realm to touch upon cultivation and reach the threshold of the extraordinary, witnessed the birth and rise of the Dharma Weapon Realm's cultivation system, including the golden age when forty-nine Nascent Soul cultivators coexisted.
• He encounters Su Jian, the Master of Fate Cultivation, who possesses the Basic Qi Refining Formula, a cultivation method that guides spiritual energy into the path without the aid of a Dharma Weapon, and has a high level of universality.
• Lin Chen explains that the Basic Qi Refining Formula is revolutionary and better than any existing cultivation method, but it's only complete up to the Foundation Establishment level, which has a lifespan of only 300 years.

Character Developments

• Lin Chen: Realizes the significance of the Basic Qi Refining Formula and understands that it was created by someone outside the Dharma Weapon Realm. He advises Su Jian to consider switching to the old path due to the lifespan issue.
• Su Jian: Struggles with the decision to switch to the old path or continue with the Basic Qi Refining Formula. He is later besieged by seven Golden Cores.

Significant Themes

• The difficulty of creating new cultivation methods and the naivety of practitioners in the Dharma Weapon Realm who underestimate this challenge.
• The importance of lifespan in cultivation and the pressure it puts on Su Jian's decision.

Character Interactions

• Lin Chen and Su Jian: Lin Chen explains the significance of the Basic Qi Refining Formula and advises Su Jian to consider switching to the old path. Su Jian is left to ponder his decision.
• Xu Xing (True Lord Creation) and Lin Chen: Xu Xing appears under the tree where Lin Chen is cultivating and they have a brief conversation. Xu Xing is a Nascent Soul cultivator from the past who did not participate in the massacre and is seeking to improve cultivation methods.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Chen meets Xu Xing and learns about the Basic Qi Refining Formula's origins and limitations.
• Xu Xing reveals that there's a path beyond the Nascent Soul stage, called Spirit Transformation.
• Su Zheng and Su Jian confront each other, with seven Golden Core cultivators pursuing them.
• A Nascent Soul Dharma Weapon wielder hints at a plan to kill Su Jian and Su Zheng.
• The Ascension Platform is established, allowing Nascent Soul cultivators with 3000 external merits to ascend to the 'Immortal Realm.'

Character Developments

• Lin Chen: Struggles with the limitations of the Basic Qi Refining Formula and the possibility of advancing beyond the Nascent Soul stage.
• Su Zheng: Reveals his cold and calculating nature, using the Calamity Sword's power to alter his fortune.
• Su Jian: Shows determination to kill Su Zheng and protect his Senior Sister.
• Nascent Soul Dharma Weapon Wielders: Reveal their sinister intentions and use of Forbidden Law Talismans to restrict Su Jian and Su Zheng.

Significant Themes

• The pursuit of the Dao and the limitations of current cultivation methods.
• The consequences of one's actions and the accumulation of merit and conduct.
• The struggle for power and the sinister intentions of those in authority.

Character Interactions

• Lin Chen and Xu Xing: Lin Chen asks Xu Xing questions about the Basic Qi Refining Formula and the path beyond the Nascent Soul stage.
• Su Zheng and Su Jian: Father and son confront each other, with Su Jian determined to kill Su Zheng.
• Nascent Soul Dharma Weapon Wielders: Discuss their plan to kill Su Jian and Su Zheng, revealing their sinister intentions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A mysterious evaluation appears in the mind of a black-robed man, revealing his significant evil karma.
• Two Nascent Soul Dharma Weapon wielders witness this and consider attacking him but hesitate due to their lower cultivation stage.
• A powerful figure, Lin Chen, appears and imprisons the black-robed man, revealing him to be Lost Heart Rogue, a notorious cultivator with extensive evil karma.
• Meanwhile, Su Jian and Su Zheng's battle ends with Xu Xing's arrival, who restores the area to its original state and offers to refine Su Jian's Calamity Sword.

Character Developments

• The black-robed man, Lost Heart Rogue, is revealed to be a heinous cultivator with extensive evil karma.
• Su Jian and Su Zheng's battle leads to Su Zheng's near-death and Su Jian's realization of Xu Xing's power and status.
• Xu Xing demonstrates his immense power and willingness to help Su Jian, indicating his continued interest in the young cultivator's growth.

Significant Themes

• The consequences of one's actions and the accumulation of karma.
• The power dynamics and hierarchies within the cultivation world.
• The mentor-mentee relationship and the benefits of having a powerful guide.

Character Interactions

• The two Nascent Soul Dharma Weapon wielders interact, considering attacking Lost Heart Rogue but ultimately deciding against it.
• Lin Chen interacts with Lost Heart Rogue, revealing his intention to kill him for merit.
• Su Jian and Su Zheng's battle ends with Xu Xing's intervention, leading to a conversation between Su Jian and Xu Xing about the Calamity Sword's refinement.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Jian meets Xu Xing and declines his gift of a Dharma Weapon, choosing to keep his own sword.
• Xu Xing uses Su Jian's choice as a medium to transform the Heaven-Severing Sword into a Nascent Soul-grade Dharma Weapon.
• Xu Xing warns Su Jian not to bring calamity upon the world and leaves.
• The Golden Core cultivators, including True Person Xujie and Master Yanfa, are spared by Su Jian.
• Xu Xing returns to the Great Profound Realm and attempts to trace the anomaly in the Dharma Weapon Realm's Time Branch with the help of other True Immortals, with no success.
• Bie Xuening is suggested to try tracing the anomaly, but she declines.

Character Developments

• Su Jian demonstrates his integrity and loyalty by declining Xu Xing's gift, showing that he values his own sword and the memories it holds.
• Xu Xing displays his immense power and wisdom by transforming the Heaven-Severing Sword and warning Su Jian about his actions.
• True Person Xujie and Master Yanfa show remorse and understanding, accepting Su Jian's mercy.
• Bie Xuening shows reluctance and lack of interest in tracing the anomaly, indicating her focus on her own path and disinterest in the affairs of others.

Significant Themes

• The theme of loyalty and integrity is explored through Su Jian's decision to keep his own sword.
• The theme of power and its responsible use is demonstrated through Xu Xing's transformation of the Heaven-Severing Sword and his warning to Su Jian.
• The theme of remorse and understanding is shown through True Person Xujie and Master Yanfa's acceptance of Su Jian's mercy.
• The theme of individual focus and disinterest in broader affairs is demonstrated through Bie Xuening's reluctance to trace the anomaly.

Character Interactions

• Su Jian and Xu Xing interact, with Xu Xing showing kindness and Su Jian demonstrating his integrity and loyalty.
• True Person Xujie and Master Yanfa interact with Su Jian, showing remorse and understanding as they accept his mercy.
• The True Immortals in the Great Profound Realm interact, attempting to trace the anomaly in the Dharma Weapon Realm's Time Branch, with Bie Xuening declining to participate.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The figure of Gu, formed from seven-colored radiance, is seen in Ancient Great Profound Heaven.
• Xuan visits Gu and reveals that Sword Ancestor has found a world in the Chaos Sea to drain its extraordinary elements and trace back to 'Tai'.
• Gu suspects that Xuan suspects him of having a hand in Tai's fall.
• In the present world, Zhao Ruohan has fully mastered her innate divine ability, Myriad Azure Primordial Wood Supreme Immortal Light.
• Chi Jiuyu, Zhang Yunlu, and Zhao Ruohan meet up to eat, and Chi Jiuyu reveals that she created the viral 'Civilization Talisman'.

Character Developments

• Gu: Maintains composure despite Xuan's revelation, but feels suspicious about Xuan's intentions.
• Xuan: Directly asks Gu about the difference between them and Heaven, suggesting a growing mistrust.
• Zhao Ruohan: Has fully mastered her innate divine ability, becoming stronger and more confident.
• Chi Jiuyu: Continues to make money from her talismans, including the controversial 'Civilization Talisman'.

Significant Themes

• Suspicion and mistrust among the Cang's Ancestors.
• The power of innate abilities and their mastery.
• The commercialization and controversy surrounding talismans.

Character Interactions

• Gu and Xuan: Their conversation reveals a growing tension and mistrust between them.
• Zhao Ruohan, Chi Jiuyu, and Zhang Yunlu: They meet up to eat, discuss the 'Civilization Talisman', and show camaraderie.
• Chi Jiuyu and Zhao Ruohan: They plan to spar, with Zhao Ruohan wanting to test her newfound strength and Chi Jiuyu hoping to refine her 'Star Sword'.

Plot Points and Events

• Chi Jiuyu's talismans become popular, but she faces negative reviews and curses from body cultivators.
• Zhao Ruohan hasn't seen her father in a while, and Chi Jiuyu hasn't received a reply from Spirit Ancestor Senior.
• Xu Xing tries to trace a Time Branch in Sword Ancestor Hall, but gains minimal results.
• The True Immortals discuss the progress in the Big Boss Group, with Xu Xing sharing his findings.
• Hong Sovereign brings up the Dharma Weapon Realm's Dao marker being set directly to the Great Profound Realm.

Character Developments

• Chi Jiuyu shows maturity and calmness in handling negative reviews, focusing on making more money instead of arguing.
• Zhao Ruohan expresses concern about her father's absence.
• Xu Xing persists in his efforts to trace the Time Branch despite slow progress.

Significant Themes

• The theme of perseverance is evident in Chi Jiuyu's and Xu Xing's actions.
• The theme of change and adaptation is seen in Chi Jiuyu's response to negative reviews and Xu Xing's approach to the Time Branch.

Character Interactions

• Chi Jiuyu and Zhao Ruohan discuss their respective situations, showing concern for each other.
• The True Immortals interact in the Big Boss Group, sharing information and supporting each other in their efforts to understand the Time Branch.