Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ren Ze is transported to World Zone 6 in the Virtual Universe Company's preliminary tournament.
• He adapts to the zone's extreme gravity (tens of thousands of times Earth's) and learns about its layout and rules.
• The tournament begins, and Ren Ze encounters his first opponent, a burly man, whom he defeats with ease.
• Ren Ze decides to clear out nearby opponents first, then move to other cities later.
• He sweeps through an apartment building and a shopping mall, killing nearly a hundred opponents, earning him around 10,000 points.
• Ren Ze decides to take a break and wait a few days before continuing his hunt.

Character Developments

• Ren Ze demonstrates his confidence and strategic thinking, planning his approach to the tournament.
• He shows no mercy to his opponents, using his Illusion Domain and Soaring Shuttle to defeat them easily.
• Ren Ze's strength is such that he can toy with opponents below his level, indicating his high standing among participants.

Significant Themes

• Strength and Power: Ren Ze's strength is emphasized, showcasing his dominance over other participants.
• Strategy and Planning: Ren Ze's strategic thinking is evident in his decision to clear out nearby opponents first and then move to other cities.
• Cruelty and Indifference: Ren Ze shows no remorse or hesitation in killing his opponents, highlighting his indifference to their lives.

Character Interactions

• Ren Ze interacts briefly with two opponents: the burly man and a tough youth. Both are easily defeated.
• Ren Ze does not engage in conversation with his opponents, showing no interest in them as individuals.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ren Ze discovers his illusion domain's effectiveness in the current environment and decides to use it to improve his skills and gain points.
• He traps and experiments on contestants in his illusion domain for nine days, driving them to near madness.
• On the tenth day, Ren Ze begins a killing spree, targeting the remaining contestants in his domain.
• His rampant slaughter draws the attention of other contestants, leading to joint sieges against him, but none succeed due to his illusion domain.
• Ren Ze's ranking skyrockets, and he becomes known as the "Illusion God" among the contestants.
• Luo Feng's ranking also improves significantly during this time.

Character Developments

• Ren Ze: Demonstrates his strategic thinking and ruthlessness by using other contestants as "lab rats" to improve his illusion domain. His confidence and excitement grow as he gains points through killing.
• Luo Feng: Although not directly shown, his ranking improvement indicates his progress and success in the preliminary round.

Significant Themes

• Survival of the fittest: The contestants' struggle to survive and gain points reflects the harsh, competitive nature of the universe.
• The power of illusion: Ren Ze's illusion domain proves to be a formidable tool, allowing him to control and manipulate his opponents.
• Ruthlessness and calculation: Ren Ze's willingness to use others for his gain showcases the necessity of these traits in the universe's competitive environment.

Character Interactions

• Ren Ze vs. Other Contestants: Ren Ze's interactions with other contestants are primarily hostile, as he targets them for killing to improve his ranking.
• Luo Feng's Family: Luo Feng's family members watch his ranking improve with excitement, highlighting their support and pride in his accomplishments.
• Black Dragon Mountain Empire's Ruling Class: The empire's high-ranking figures cheer for Ren Ze and Luo Feng, showing their interest and investment in the contestants' success.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ren Ze, the "Phantom God," has been rampaging through the city, killing over ten thousand contestants.
• He encounters Huo Yan, the core genius of the Ganwu Secret Realm, and defeats him easily.
• Iron Wall, another powerful contestant, challenges Ren Ze, who uses the Xuanyuan Sword against him.

Character Developments

• Ren Ze demonstrates his immense strength and confidence, showing no fear against powerful opponents.
• Huo Yan and Iron Wall show their prowess but are ultimately no match for Ren Ze.

Significant Themes

• The theme of strength and power is prevalent, with Ren Ze's might serving as a constant reminder of the brutal nature of the competition.
• The concept of domains and law comprehension is explored, with Iron Wall's Earth Domain and Ren Ze's illusion domain showcasing their unique abilities.

Character Interactions

• Ren Ze interacts with Huo Yan and Iron Wall, displaying his disdain for opponents he deems weak and his excitement when facing a challenge.
• Huo Yan and Iron Wall interact with Ren Ze, with Huo Yan trying to reason with him and Iron Wall expressing his desire to kill Ren Ze.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ren Ze, using the Xuanyuan Sword, defeats Iron Wall (Soslan) in World District 6, securing first place and advancing to the top thousand.
• Luo Feng ranks 51st in the same district, also qualifying for the top thousand.
• Ren Ze's victory over Iron Wall is notable for his use of the Heavenly Sword technique, which materializes the power of the Law of Gold.

Character Developments

• Ren Ze demonstrates exceptional skill in controlling his Psychic Power weapon, the Xuanyuan Sword, and shows a deep understanding of the Law of Gold.
• Iron Wall (Soslan) is eliminated but vows revenge on Ren Ze.

Significant Themes

• The power of Psychic Power weapons and the Law of Gold is emphasized.
• The importance of strategy and adaptability in battle is highlighted, as Ren Ze outmaneuvers Iron Wall.

Character Interactions

• Ren Ze and Iron Wall's battle showcases their respective strengths and weaknesses, with Ren Ze's sword technique proving superior to Iron Wall's defensive tactics.
• Ren Ze's victory earns him respect and attention from various forces in the Ganwu Universe Country.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ren Ze secures a direct ticket to the finals of the Peak Genius Battle.
• He realizes the connection between his comprehension of the Xuanyuan Sword Technique and the Law of Gold, understanding that the Virtual Universe is helping him translate and interpret laws.
• Ren Ze enters seclusion to study and improve his comprehension of the Law of Gold.
• Hong and Nabini fail to qualify for the repechage battles, but Hong catches the attention of a Time World Master.
• Luo Feng's stunning clash with Rong Jun in the arena battles draws widespread attention.

Character Developments

• Ren Ze gains a deeper understanding of laws and his path to immortality.
• Hong improves his strength but still falls short of qualifying for the repechage battles.
• Luo Feng's prowess in the arena battles increases his reputation.

Significant Themes

• The importance of law comprehension in the path to immortality.
• The vastness and complexity of the universe's rules.
• The value of the Star Map as a resource for learning powerful techniques.

Character Interactions

• Ren Ze, Hong, Thunder God, and Luo Feng gather in the Virtual Universe to discuss their performances in the preliminaries.
• Ren Ze authorizes Luo Feng to handle imperial rewards and other matters on his behalf.
• Hong and Nabini's performances in the arena battles lead to different outcomes and reactions from others.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Luo Feng surpasses Ren Ze in strength.
• Ren Ze transmigrates to the world of 'The Legend of Sword and Fairy 1'.
• He arrives ten years before the start of the original plot, during the Nanzhao Kingdom's event.
• He decides to intervene and change Zhao Ling'er's fate.
• Li Xiaoyao travels back in time but disappears due to Ren Ze's intervention, causing a time paradox.

Character Developments

• Ren Ze: Realizes the difference between an ordinary genius and one favored by heaven. Decides to change Zhao Ling'er's fate.
• Luo Feng: Surpasses Ren Ze in strength, showing significant progress in his comprehension of the Law of Gold.

Significant Themes

• Fate and destiny: Ren Ze's decision to change Zhao Ling'er's fate explores the theme of altering one's destiny.
• Time paradox: Li Xiaoyao's disappearance due to Ren Ze's intervention raises questions about the consequences of changing the past.

Character Interactions

• Ren Ze and Luo Feng: Their sparring sessions highlight Luo Feng's progress and Ren Ze's acceptance of being surpassed.
• Ren Ze and Babata: Their interaction shows Ren Ze's growing confidence and Babata's teasing, which Ren Ze no longer tolerates passively.
• Ren Ze and the characters of 'The Legend of Sword and Fairy 1': Ren Ze's arrival in their world sets the stage for potential interactions and changes in their lives.

Key Plot Points

• The Witch Queen is about to be executed by the Moon Worship Leader, who has taken control of the Nanzhao Kingdom.
• The Wine Sword Immortal arrives to save the Witch Queen, but she convinces him to save their daughter, Ling'er, instead.
• The Moon Worship Leader summons a Water Demon Beast to attack the capital, leading to a battle between him, the Wine Sword Immortal, and the Witch Queen.
• Ren Ze rescues Ling'er and her maid, Madam Jiang, and escapes with them.

Character Developments

• The Witch Queen demonstrates her loyalty and selflessness by trying to sacrifice herself to save her people.
• The Wine Sword Immortal shows his love for the Witch Queen and his willingness to protect her and their daughter.
• Ren Ze displays his power and compassion by rescuing Ling'er and her maid, and expressing regret for not being able to save the Witch Queen.

Significant Themes

• Sacrifice: The Witch Queen's willingness to sacrifice herself for her people, and the Wine Sword Immortal's decision to save Ling'er instead of fighting the Moon Worship Leader.
• Power and corruption: The Moon Worship Leader's misuse of power and the corruption of the Nanzhao Kingdom's people by Moon Worship.
• Love and protection: The Wine Sword Immortal's love for the Witch Queen and his desire to protect her and their daughter.

Character Interactions

• The Wine Sword Immortal and the Witch Queen: Their interaction shows their deep love and connection, as well as their shared desire to protect their daughter.
• Ren Ze and Ling'er: Their initial interaction shows Ren Ze's kindness and Ling'er's courage and gratitude.
• The Moon Worship Leader and the Witch Queen: Their interaction highlights the Leader's ruthlessness and the Witch Queen's determination to save her people.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ren Ze and Little Linger arrive at Fairy Island, where Ren Ze encounters a powerful Daoist nun, the Spirit Moon Palace Mistress.
• Ren Ze leaves Little Linger with the Mistress and visits Yuhang Town to trade for the Water Spirit Pearl.
• He then travels to Mount Emei, discovers Icefire Cave, and obtains the Ice Azure Sword, the Immortal Mist Sword Technique, and the Flame Demon Saber Art.

Character Developments

• Ren Ze shows his care for Little Linger by ensuring she's safe with the Spirit Moon Palace Mistress.
• Ren Ze demonstrates his resourcefulness and determination in seeking out and obtaining powerful cultivation techniques.

Significant Themes

• The power of fate and divination, as seen through the Spirit Moon Palace Mistress's ability to calculate fate.
• The importance of personal growth and self-reliance, as Ren Ze seeks out his own path and cultivation techniques.

Character Interactions

• Ren Ze interacts with the Spirit Moon Palace Mistress, showing respect but maintaining his independence.
• Ren Ze's interaction with the talisman spirits in Icefire Cave demonstrates his authority and knowledge of their master's techniques.

Key Plot Points and Events

+ Ren Ze returns to Fairy Island after nine years of cultivation in the Devouring World.
+ He finds Ling'er, now a young girl, waiting for him by the sea.
+ Ling'er's mother, Palace Mistress Lingyue, has disappeared, and Grandma Jiang now leads Water Moon Palace.

Character Developments

+ Ren Ze has significantly improved his cultivation, comprehending the Xuanyuan Sword Domain and raising his physical constitution and Psychic Power to the peak of the ninth stellar level.
+ Ling'er has grown from a child to a young girl and has learned the Five Elements arts.
+ Grandma Jiang has become more attached to Ren Ze, treating him like family.

Significant Themes

+ The passage of time and the changes it brings.
+ The responsibility of protecting and nurturing the innocent (Ling'er).
+ The struggle between personal desires and responsibility (Ren Ze's conflicted feelings towards Ling'er).

Character Interactions

+ Ren Ze and Ling'er reunite, and Ling'er expresses her joy and relief at seeing him.
+ Ren Ze reassures Ling'er and promises not to leave her again.
+ Grandma Jiang welcomes Ren Ze warmly and treats him with great respect, seeing him as a potential son-in-law.
+ Ren Ze confides in Grandma Jiang about his true feelings for Ling'er, asking her to think of him as Ling'er's father figure.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ren Ze studies the Five Thunder Spell and intermediate spells, aiming to deconstruct their principles.
• He enters Ling'er's dream to help her with a nightmare but finds her having inappropriate thoughts about him.
• Ren Ze teaches Ling'er about dreams and illusions within her dream.

Character Developments

• Ren Ze: Struggles with Ling'er's affection, remains focused on becoming stronger.
• Ling'er: Develops feelings for Ren Ze, learns about dreams and illusions from him.

Significant Themes

• The joy of learning and growth.
• The complexities of emotions and misunderstandings between people.
• The "compensation effect" in human psychology.

Character Interactions

• Ren Ze and Ling'er: Their interactions are awkward due to Ling'er's developing feelings. Ren Ze tries to guide her while maintaining boundaries.
• Ren Ze and himself: Ren Ze grapples with his own feelings and thoughts about Ling'er's affection.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ren Ze and Ling'er sense intruders on Fairy Island.
• Li Xiaoyao, seeking medicine for his aunt, breaks into the island's formation.
• Ren Ze discovers Li Xiaoyao has been poisoned by the Miao men who gave him a false cure for his aunt's illness.
• Ren Ze imparts the complete Immortal Mist Sword Technique to Li Xiaoyao and gives him a Purple Gold Pill to save his aunt.

Character Developments

• Ling'er becomes more aloof and distant with the maidservants but remains close to Ren Ze and Granny.
• Li Xiaoyao demonstrates his quick wit and determination to save his aunt.

Significant Themes

• Karma and fate: Ren Ze helps Li Xiaoyao as a form of compensation for not teaching him the sword technique ten years ago.
• Doing good deeds without seeking recognition: Ren Ze helps Li Xiaoyao and his aunt without asking for anything in return.

Character Interactions

• Ren Ze and Ling'er work together to confront the intruder.
• Ren Ze helps Li Xiaoyao out of a sense of karmic responsibility and without expecting anything in return.
• Li Xiaoyao is grateful and determined to save his aunt after learning the truth about her illness.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ren Ze decides to take Ling'er with him to deal with trouble, considering her sheltered life.
• They travel to Icefire Cave on Mount Emei for Ling'er to cultivate using the Icefire Lotus.
• Ren Ze and Ling'er share an intimate moment while Ling'er is cultivating, leading to a deeper relationship.
• They decide to live in the stone chamber, with Ren Ze guiding Ling'er's cultivation.
• They have a grand wedding on Fairy Island, leading to new experiences and achievements.

Character Developments

• Ren Ze: Realizes Ling'er's feelings for him and reciprocates, becoming more involved in her life and cultivation. He also gains insights into Nuwa's lineage arts through dual cultivation with Ling'er.
• Ling'er: Rapidly progresses in her cultivation under Ren Ze's guidance, mastering spellcasting and practical combat strength. She also gains confidence and experiences new aspects of life.

Significant Themes

• Cultivation and Growth: Ling'er's rapid progress in cultivation and Ren Ze's deepening understanding of Nuwa's lineage arts are central to the chapter.
• Relationship and Intimacy: The development of Ren Ze and Ling'er's relationship, from guardian and ward to lovers, is a significant theme.
• Experiences and Achievements: The chapter emphasizes the importance of experiences and achievements in life, both in cultivation and personal growth.

Character Interactions

• Ren Ze and Ling'er: Their relationship deepens as they cultivate together, leading to a romantic involvement. They also share experiences and achievements, growing closer.
• Ren Ze and Grandma: Ren Ze seeks Grandma's understanding and support for taking Ling'er with him, showing respect for her wisdom and experience.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ren Ze, after a decade of secluded cultivation, confronts and defeats the Moon Worship Leader and the Water Demon Beast in Nanzhao Kingdom.
• He then visits Mount Shu, where the Sword Saint refuses to meet him but allows him to study any texts in the Scripture Pavilion.
• Ren Ze subsequently visits all major sects and schools, who similarly allow him to study their texts without taking anything.
• After returning to Fairy Island, Ren Ze spends most of his life cultivating and enjoying his time with Ling'er until she ages and asks him to leave.
• He returns to his castle on Dragon Star and enters the Virtual Universe to test his improved skills and comprehension of laws.

Character Developments

• Ren Ze: Improves his strength and comprehension of laws through decades of cultivation in the world of Chinese Paladin. He also becomes more determined to find a way to revive Ling'er.
• Ling'er: Ages and becomes afraid of Ren Ze's eternal youth, eventually asking him to leave.
• Sword Saint: Refuses to meet Ren Ze but allows him to study Mount Shu's texts, hinting at his desire to help Ling'er escape her fate.

Significant Themes

• The passage of time and its effects on relationships and mortality.
• The pursuit of strength and knowledge, and the consequences of achieving them.
• The interconnectedness of fate and destiny, as seen through the Sword Saint's actions and Ren Ze's determination to save Ling'er.

Character Interactions

• Ren Ze and the Moon Worship Leader: Engage in a fierce battle, with Ren Ze ultimately emerging victorious.
• Ren Ze and the Sword Saint: The Sword Saint refuses to meet Ren Ze but allows him to study Mount Shu's texts, indicating a desire to help Ling'er.
• Ren Ze and Ling'er: Their relationship deepens as they spend most of their lives together, but Ling'er eventually asks Ren Ze to leave due to her fear of aging.
• Ren Ze and Luo Feng: They meet again before the Peak Genius Battle, with Luo Feng now attracting more attention due to his improved strength.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A giant, Lord Thirteen, arrives to lead the Ganwu Universe Country team, radiating immense pressure and fear.
• The team is teleported to a vast continent with 1,008 towers, where they are assigned to Tower 0825.
• Each genius receives a numbered plate, with Rong Jun receiving '1' and Luo Feng '2', indicating their initial rankings.
• Thirteen dismisses the team, allowing them to rest or interact with other geniuses in the central plaza.

Character Developments

• Lord Thirteen: Establishes himself as a powerful Immortal-level being, instilling fear and awe in the geniuses.
• Rong Jun: Recognized as the strongest among the Ganwu Universe Country team, with high expectations from Lord Thirteen and other geniuses.
• Luo Feng & Ren Ze: Both remain calm and determined to prove themselves, with Luo Feng receiving the number '2' and Ren Ze '8'.

Significant Themes

• Pressure and Expectations: The immense pressure from Lord Thirteen and the expectations from other geniuses weigh heavily on the team.
• Proving Oneself: Each genius is driven to display their strength and create a miracle to gain recognition.
• Uncertainty and Hope: Despite the slim chances, the geniuses hold onto the hope of creating a miracle and entering the top thousand.

Character Interactions

• Lord Thirteen and the Ganwu Universe Country Team: Thirteen intimidates and motivates the team, setting clear expectations for their performance.
• Geniuses from Other Universe Countries: They discuss and observe the Ganwu Universe Country team, with most attention focused on Rong Jun.
• Ganwu Universe Country Team Members: They interact in groups, either heading to their rooms or the plaza, with a shared determination to prove themselves.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Luo Feng and Ren Ze arrive at the central plaza for the Genius Battle, where the most elite stellar-level warriors from the universe have gathered.
• Luo Feng reflects on his growth and confidence in reaching the top thousand.
• Ren Ze observes and learns about other exceptional geniuses, including 'Wildman' Rong Jun, 'Lightsword' Ai Chen, and 'Phantom Devil' Galesi.
• 'Deathgod' Boland, the undisputed number one, arrives, causing a stir and shifting the goals of other geniuses from first to second place.

Character Developments

• Luo Feng has crossed the threshold of the spatial laws and believes he has the strength to place among the universe's top ten.
• Ren Ze is eager to study illusion techniques further, hoping to encounter Galesi in the battles.
• Boland's arrival solidifies his status as the favorite to win the overall first place.

Significant Themes

• The theme of peerless geniuses gathering and comparing their strengths is prevalent.
• The theme of facing overwhelming odds and maintaining confidence, as seen in Luo Feng's determination and Ren Ze's anticipation, is also notable.

Character Interactions

• Luo Feng and Ren Ze are both present but do not interact in this chapter.
• Boland's arrival sparks interactions among other geniuses, with many shifting their goals due to his presence.
• Ren Ze observes and learns about other geniuses, showing his interest in their abilities.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Over a million peerless geniuses from 1008 universe countries are gathered for the Peak Genius Battle hosted by the Virtual Universe Company.
• The competition involves clearing seven Trial Towers, each with seven floors, with the top 1000 geniuses being selected as core members of the company.
• Ren Ze is teleported to his trial space, which contains seven Trial Towers, and begins his challenge in the first Trial Tower.

Character Developments

• Ren Ze remains calm and composed despite the intense competition, sticking to his plan to spend ten days on each floor to maximize his points.
• He continues refining his illusion domain using his insights into the origins of laws and the techniques from the Meteorite Star Legacy.

Significant Themes

• The theme of competition and survival of the fittest is prominent, with over a million geniuses fighting for a limited number of spots.
• The importance of preparation and strategy is highlighted as Ren Ze plans to maximize his points by spending the full ten days on each floor.

Character Interactions

• Ren Ze interacts briefly with Luo Feng, encouraging each other before the start of the trial.
• Ren Ze does not interact with any other characters in this chapter, focusing solely on his own challenge.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Luo Feng and Ren Ze's low rankings cause disappointment in the Black Dragon Mountain Empire.
• Luo Feng and Ren Ze spend ten days on each floor of the Trial Tower, steadily advancing.
• They both enter the fourth floor of the fifth Trial Tower, qualifying for the core tier of the Virtual Universe Company.

Character Developments

• Luo Feng and Ren Ze remain focused and unhurried in their approach to the trials.
• Thirteen, the scaled-armored giant, is surprised and impressed by Luo Feng and Ren Ze's progress.

Significant Themes

• Patience and steadiness in the face of adversity.
• The importance of experience and understanding in cultivation, not just raw power.
• The value of surprises and unexpected strength.

Character Interactions

• Thirteen watches Luo Feng and Ren Ze's progress with interest and approval.
• The Black Dragon Mountain Empire's citizens express disappointment in Luo Feng and Ren Ze's performance.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Five geniuses remain in the Trial Towers: 'Reaper' Boland, 'Blood Edge' Candita, 'Sword of Life' Yi Feng, 'Madman' Luo Feng, and 'Illusion God' Ren Ze.
• Boland clears the sixth Trial Tower, shocking everyone with his strength.
• Candita and Yi Feng are eliminated, ranking 29th and 17th, respectively.
• Luo Feng and Ren Ze reach the seventh floor of the fifth Trial Tower.
• Luo Feng has a breakthrough in his movement technique, 'Nine-Line Flow,' allowing him to clear the sixth Trial Tower and become the seventh genius to reach it.

Character Developments

• Boland demonstrates incredible strength, clearing the sixth Trial Tower and inspiring awe.
• Luo Feng pushes his limits, has a breakthrough, and clears the sixth Trial Tower.

Significant Themes

• The immense difficulty and pressure of the Trial Towers.
• The power of breakthroughs and continuous improvement.

Character Interactions

• The remaining geniuses are the focus, with Boland and Luo Feng's achievements drawing the most attention.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Luo Feng erupts in the Trial Tower, reaching the first level of the sixth tower and securing third place.
• Ren Ze, after clearing the fifth tower, enters the sixth but pauses, spending ten days experimenting with his domains.
• Ren Ze clears the sixth tower with ease, shocking the audience and causing widespread disbelief.

Character Developments

• Luo Feng's confidence in Ren Ze grows, hoping his senior brother will prove to be the strongest.
• Ren Ze discovers a new aspect of his illusion domain, layering it atop his sword domain, and makes significant progress in his understanding of it.

Significant Themes

• The power of domains and laws is emphasized, with Ren Ze's fusion of Gold and Space domains causing astonishment.
• The theme of genius and exceptional ability is further highlighted, with Ren Ze's performance pushing the limits of what is considered possible at the Stellar level.

Character Interactions

• Luo Feng and Ren Ze's bond is strengthened, with Luo Feng expressing his faith in Ren Ze's abilities.
• The other geniuses in the central plaza react with shock and disbelief to Ren Ze's performance, with some feeling despair at their chances of competing for the top positions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Rong Jun reflects on his underestimation of other contestants after witnessing Ren Ze's prowess.
• Ren Ze clears the first level of the sixth Trial Tower, impressing the immortal beings watching.
• Ren Ze progresses through the second and third levels of the sixth Trial Tower.
• Ren Ze enters the seventh level of the sixth Trial Tower, facing a Zerg Broodmother Nest.

Character Developments

• Rong Jun experiences growth in his perspective, acknowledging the strength of other contestants.
• Ren Ze demonstrates his power and determination, advancing through Trial Towers.

Significant Themes

• Underestimation of opponents leading to growth in perspective (Rong Jun).
• Power and determination driving progress (Ren Ze).

Character Interactions

• Immortal beings discuss and assess Ren Ze's strength and chances against Boland.
• Rong Jun reflects on his past attitudes, contrasting with his current understanding.