Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points

• Ren Ze reaches the seventh floor of the sixth Trial Tower, surprising the immortal beings.
• He uses his Immortal Wind Cloud Body Technique and Drunken Immortal Moon-Gazing Step, crossing the threshold in the laws of wind.
• Ren Ze enters the Zerg Queen's consciousness and uses his illusion technique to defeat her, causing a formatting error in the Virtual Universe.

Character Developments

• Ren Ze demonstrates his prowess in multiple fields: gold, space laws, wind laws, and mental attacks.
• The immortal beings, though impressed by Ren Ze's abilities, express concern about his future path.

Significant Themes

• The pressure and expectations that come with being a prodigy.
• The importance of choosing the right path and sticking to it.

Character Interactions

• The immortal beings discuss and marvel at Ren Ze's abilities, but also express concern and pity for his future.
• Thirteen, the scaled giant leading the Ganwu Universe Country's team, hopes Ren Ze will choose the right path once he reaches the Initial Universe.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ren Ze enters the seventh Trial Tower.
• He faces ten thousand Blood-Furred Mammoths and later Nine-Headed Pythons.
• Ren Ze clears the first level but fails to complete the second, placing first overall in the Genius Battle.

Character Developments

• Ren Ze demonstrates his mastery of multiple laws, integrating them into his domain and illusions.
• He showcases exceptional combat prowess and adaptability.

Significant Themes

• The importance of mastering and integrating law comprehensions for peak performance.
• The challenges and limitations of even the most talented individuals.

Character Interactions

• The Immortals and spectators watch Ren Ze's battle, reacting to his strategies and abilities.
• Thirteen, the scaled-armored giant, closely observes Ren Ze's fight, recognizing his potential.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ren Ze appears in the central plaza, causing a stir among the gathered geniuses.
• Ren Ze, Luo Feng, and Rong Jun are summoned by Thirteen, who warns them about the upcoming battles and the strength of other competitors.
• The final qualification battles begin, with 7,200 geniuses competing for 900 spots in the Virtual Universe Company's core.
• The Howling God Clan's "Phantom Demon" Galesi impresses everyone with his easy victories.
• The top 1,000 geniuses are announced, with varying rewards and Secret Realm placements based on their rankings.
• An extra slot for the Original Secret Realm is granted due to the exceptional class, making the final battle between Ren Ze and Boland even more anticipated.

Character Developments

• Ren Ze remains confident but acknowledges Boland as a formidable opponent.
• Luo Feng and Rong Jun learn about the strengths of Psychic Master controllers and the potential dangers they might face in the upcoming battles.
• Thirteen shows concern for Ren Ze's well-being and advises him to focus more on his combat abilities.

Significant Themes

• Competition and survival of the fittest among the universe's elites.
• The importance of understanding one's strengths and weaknesses in battle.
• The value of different Secret Realms and the rewards they offer.

Character Interactions

• Ren Ze, Luo Feng, and Rong Jun discuss the strengths and weaknesses of their opponents, particularly Galesi.
• Thirteen provides guidance and warnings to Ren Ze, Luo Feng, and Rong Jun about the upcoming battles.
• The immortals discuss the exceptional nature of the current class and the anticipation for the final battle between Ren Ze and Boland.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Virtual Universe system selects the top 100 geniuses based on their performances, who will face off against the initial 100 to determine the winners for the 'Heaven and Earth Secret Realm' and the losers for the 'Doomsday Secret Realm'.
• The top 20 will be selected from the winners, and the top 10 will qualify for the 'Primal Secret Realm'. The first and second places will enter the 'Original Secret Realm'.
• The rules spark outrage among the excluded geniuses, but they are silenced by the powerful Immortals leading the teams.
• The battles commence, and Ren Ze easily advances to the top 100, while Boland also progresses smoothly.

Character Developments

• Ren Ze: Confident in his abilities, he remains calm and focused throughout the battles.
• Boland: Also confident, he expects to face Ren Ze in the top 10.
• Phantom Demon Galesi: Determined to show Ren Ze the true power of illusion techniques.

Significant Themes

• The power and infallibility of the Virtual Universe system.
• The importance of individual strength and skill in competition.
• The consequences of defying the rules and expectations.

Character Interactions

• Ren Ze vs. Phantom Demon Galesi: Galesi challenges Ren Ze to show him his true illusion techniques.
• The Immortals vs. The excluded geniuses: The Immortals reprimand and silence the protesting geniuses.
• The geniuses vs. The Virtual Universe system: The geniuses express their dissatisfaction with the system's rules, but ultimately accept them.

Key Plot Points and Events

+ Ren Ze defeats Phantom Demon Galesi and Blood Axe Tao, securing his place in the top ten.
+ The top ten are paired for the final battles based on the time it took them to win their previous matches.
+ Ren Ze faces Rong Jun in the first final battle, defeating him with his Xuanyuan Sword Domain and Flame Demon Saber Technique.
+ The top five are selected for a round-robin tournament to determine the final rankings.
+ Ren Ze and Boland face off in the final battle, with Ren Ze ultimately emerging victorious using his fused Sword God and Xuanyuan Sword Domain technique.

Character Developments

+ Ren Ze continues to demonstrate his overwhelming strength and versatility, defeating powerful opponents with ease.
+ Boland shows his prowess as a formidable opponent, pushing Ren Ze to his limits in their final battle.
+ Rong Jun showcases his powerful saber technique, but ultimately falls short against Ren Ze.

Significant Themes

+ The clash between Ren Ze's domain and Boland's movement technique highlights the importance of versatility and adaptability in combat.
+ The final battle between Ren Ze and Boland serves as a testament to their growth and the culmination of their respective journeys.

Character Interactions

+ Ren Ze and Boland's final battle serves as a showcase of their respective strengths and a testament to their friendship and mutual respect.
+ Ren Ze's interactions with his opponents in the final battles highlight his dominance and the fear he instills in his enemies.
+ The various immortals and geniuses watching the battles discuss and speculate about the outcomes, showcasing their own knowledge and biases.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ren Ze wins the Genius Battle, defeating Boland in the final match.
• The Immortals discuss the battle, acknowledging Ren Ze's profound comprehension of the origin laws.
• The man in the azure battle robe announces the conclusion of the Genius Battle and the selection of geniuses for the four great secret realms.
• The powerhouses depart, and Ren Ze and the other geniuses remain to discuss their transportation to the Virtual Universe Company's headquarters.
• Ren Ze and Luo Feng receive their prize money (10,000 chaos elements and 1,000 chaos elements, respectively) and arrange their departure.

Character Developments

• Ren Ze: Confirms his status as the strongest genius, but remains humble and focused on continuous improvement.
• Boland: Shows impressive comprehension of the Law of Space but lacks Ren Ze's versatility and defense.
• Luo Feng: Maintains his friendship with Ren Ze, understanding the importance of strength in the transcendent world.

Significant Themes

• The importance of comprehensive strength in battle, not just comprehension of origin laws.
• The relentless pursuit of improvement and growth, even when one is already the strongest.
• The value of connections and friendships, even in a world where strength is paramount.

Character Interactions

• Ren Ze and Boland: Their final battle highlights Ren Ze's superiority and Boland's limitations.
• Ren Ze and Luo Feng: Their friendship is reaffirmed, with both understanding the necessity of continuous growth.
• Ren Ze and the Immortals: They discuss Ren Ze's prowess, acknowledging his exceptional comprehension of origin laws.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ren Ze receives the Genius Battle prize money and decides to wait until reaching the Initial Universe to decide how to use the remaining funds.
• He embarks on a three-year journey to the Initial Universe aboard an F-class spacecraft, escorted by an immortal, Kamyu.
• Ren Ze enters the Virtual Universe Network and arrives at Rain Phase Mountain, the virtual headquarters of the Virtual Universe Company.

Character Developments

• Ren Ze shows maturity and patience in managing his prize money, prioritizing his cultivation and future growth.
• Kamyu, the immortal escort, demonstrates respect and deference towards Ren Ze, highlighting Ren Ze's status and potential.

Significant Themes

• Cultivation and Growth: Ren Ze's journey emphasizes the importance of continuous learning and improvement, even for a prodigious talent like him.
• Status and Hierarchy: The distinction between the five regions of Rain Phase Mountain underscores the significance of status and hierarchy within the Virtual Universe Company.

Character Interactions

• Ren Ze interacts with Kamyu, who serves as a guide and mentor, providing valuable insights into the Virtual Universe Company and its headquarters.
• Ren Ze observes the vastness and grandeur of Rain Phase Mountain, gaining a sense of the scale and power of the organization he now belongs to.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Kamyu leads Ren Ze to the entrance of the Primal Region.
• Ren Ze is greeted by Aitor, the manager of miscellaneous affairs, and enters the Primal Region.
• Ren Ze is shown the vast estate he will reside in, Estate No. 114, and meets Colvin, the commander of his guard force.
• Ren Ze receives an email from the Virtual Universe Company, congratulating him on joining the Original Secret Realm and advising him to use his 100,000 points to purchase secret techniques for cultivation.

Character Developments

• Ren Ze demonstrates his ambition by hoping for a teacher who is at least the creator of one of the 52 Chaos Monuments.
• Aitor shows professionalism and knowledge about the Primal Region's inhabitants and their estates.
• Colvin displays respect and loyalty towards Ren Ze.

Significant Themes

• Cultivation and Ambition: Ren Ze's ambition is evident in his desire for a powerful teacher, and the Virtual Universe Company's email emphasizes the importance of qualitative breakthroughs in cultivation.
• Power and Wealth: The Primal Region's estates and inhabitants highlight the power and wealth of its members, while the Virtual Universe Company's points system shows the value of points in acquiring rare and precious items.

Character Interactions

• Kamyu leads Ren Ze but does not enter the Primal Region with him.
• Aitor guides Ren Ze and introduces him to Colvin, then leaves after his duties are complete.
• Ren Ze interacts with Colvin, showing respect and trust in him.
• Ren Ze communicates with Luo Feng about spending points, showing concern for not falling behind Luo Feng's progress.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ren Ze enters the treasure vault and browses its vast contents.
• He decides to focus on analyzing the essence of laws, improving his comprehension of laws, and choosing the appropriate Chaos Tablet in three years.
• Ren Ze purchases the first volume of Time-Space Essays and decides to break through to the Universe level.

Character Developments

• Ren Ze demonstrates strategic thinking and planning for his cultivation path.
• He shows determination and decisiveness in his choices, such as purchasing the Time-Space Essays and breaking through to the Universe level.

Significant Themes

• The importance of a good teacher and guidance in one's cultivation path.
• The significance of making informed choices regarding one's cultivation direction and resources.
• The focus on comprehension of laws and the path of laws.

Character Interactions

• Although not present in this chapter, the interactions between Ren Ze and Kamyu (his teacher) are implied to be crucial for Ren Ze's growth and decision-making.
• Ren Ze's interactions with the treasure vault and its contents highlight his independence and self-reliance in his cultivation journey.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ren Ze awakens from three years of cultivation and arrives at the Virtual Universe Company's universal headquarters.
• He is greeted by a red-eyed man and taken, along with the other 999 top geniuses, to a G-class biological spacecraft.
• Nine Swords Venerable orders the spacecraft to set off for the Initial Universe.

Character Developments

• Ren Ze has made slow progress in comprehending laws over the past three years, having fully understood only five out of the 108 mysteries of the Space Law.
• He feels frustrated with his slow advancement but hopes that the Initial Universe and Chaos Monuments will aid him.

Significant Themes

• The vastness and awe-inspiring nature of the universe are emphasized through the description of the Virtual Universe Company's headquarters and the G-class biological spacecraft.
• The power gap between Ren Ze and the other geniuses is highlighted when they are enveloped by the red-eyed man's force.

Character Interactions

• Ren Ze greets Kamyu and the guard squad before boarding the spacecraft to the headquarters.
• He briefly chats with Luo Feng upon arriving at the hall but generally keeps to himself.
• Ren Ze and the other geniuses board the G-class biological spacecraft under the guidance of the red-eyed man and eventually meet Nine Swords Venerable.

Key Plot Points and Events

1. The young geniuses enter the Initial Universe, experiencing distorted time due to the difference in time flow between the Original and Initial Universes.
2. They arrive at Chaos City, humanity's holy land, where they will spend the next thirty years cultivating.
3. The reception envoy of Chaos City greets them and provides an overview of the city's history and management.

Character Developments

1. Ren Ze shows his ability to comprehend the origin laws of the universe, feeling a significant improvement in his affinity with them in the Initial Universe.
2. The reception envoy is introduced as a powerful figure who manages Chaos City alongside other influential organizations.

Significant Themes

1. The Initial Universe's unique environment allows for easier comprehension of the origin laws governing the universe's operation.
2. Chaos City serves as a hub for cultivators seeking to understand and master these laws, with a rich history of producing powerful beings.

Character Interactions

1. The young geniuses interact with the reception envoy, learning about Chaos City and its significance.
2. Ren Ze observes other cultivators in Chaos City, sensing their powerful auras and realizing the high level of competition and danger present.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The reception envoy guides the group of young geniuses to Chaos City, where many powerful beings are cultivating in seclusion.
• The envoy explains the rules for choosing a residence and the significance of the carved patterns on the rooftops.
• The group learns that humans are forbidden from killing each other within the Initial Universe.
• The Chaos City Leader observes Ren Ze, but his intentions remain unclear.

Character Developments

• Ren Ze feels the gaze of the Chaos City Leader and understands that his secret might be discovered, but he remains calm, accepting his fate as a pure human.
• The Chaos City Leader's gaze is revealed to be capable of seeing through beings, indicating his immense power.

Significant Themes

• The pursuit of power and comprehension of the universe's origin laws is a central theme, as seen in the geniuses' eagerness to study the carved patterns and the importance placed on the Chaos Tablets.
• The theme of forbidden actions is introduced with the rule against killing humans within the Initial Universe.

Character Interactions

• The black-robed reception envoy interacts with the group of young geniuses, providing guidance and answering their questions.
• The Chaos City Leader's gaze is the only interaction involving him, as he observes Ren Ze from afar without any direct communication.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The group arrives at Chaos City, where they learn about its three great treasures.
• They are told they can study one of the 52 Chaos Tablets for seven days.
• Ren Ze and the others examine paintings of the Chaos Tablets to decide which one to study.
• Ren Ze chooses the Universe Chaos Tablet, as do many others, including Boland.

Character Developments

• Ren Ze demonstrates his confidence and decisiveness in choosing the Universe Chaos Tablet, despite not resonating with any of the other tablets.
• The Chaos City Lord shows interest in Ren Ze's potential, having reviewed his battle footage and noting his talent in the fused law of gold and space.

Significant Themes

• The pursuit of knowledge and self-improvement through study and comprehension of the Chaos Tablets.
• The importance of choosing the right path or focus for one's cultivation, as exemplified by Ren Ze's choice and the Chaos City Lord's concern for his talent.

Character Interactions

• Ren Ze interacts with the black-robed reception envoy, who provides information about the Chaos Tablets and guides the group through the process of choosing a tablet.
• Ren Ze's choice of the Universe Chaos Tablet aligns with many other geniuses, including Boland, indicating a shared interest in the tablet's mysteries.

Key Plot Points and Events

1. Ren Ze and the other geniuses arrive at the City Leader's Manor in Chaos City.
2. They are led to the Chaos Tablet cultivation chambers by the black-robed envoy.
3. Ren Ze enters the Universe Chaos Tablet chamber and begins comprehending it.
4. After seven days, they are forced to leave the cultivation chamber by a powerful voice.
5. Lord Candeli advises them to find a residence and enter the Virtual Universe to apply for the Heavenly Bridge.
6. Ren Ze chooses a cultivation residence and begins digesting the insights from the Chaos Tablet.

Character Developments

1. Ren Ze:
   • Comprehends the first six essences of the Law of Time and nine essences of the Law of Space from the Universe Chaos Tablet.
   • Chooses a cultivation residence and plans to challenge the Heavenly Bridge after digesting his insights.
2. Lord Candeli:
   • Revealed to be a powerful Venerable with many avatars.
   • Guards the Chaos Tablet cultivation chambers and provides guidance to the geniuses.

Significant Themes

1. Cultivation and Enlightenment:
   • The Chaos Tablets are powerful tools for cultivators to comprehend the laws of the universe.
   • Ren Ze's rapid progress highlights the importance of focused cultivation and enlightenment.
2. Time and Space:
   • The Universe Chaos Tablet focuses on the laws of time and space.
   • Ren Ze's comprehension of these laws allows him to grasp more essences of both the Law of Time and the Law of Space.

Character Interactions

1. Ren Ze and the other geniuses:
   • They enter the cultivation chambers together and are immersed in their own enlightenments.
   • After leaving the cultivation chamber, they disperse to find their own residences.
2. Ren Ze and Lord Candeli:
   • Candeli guides Ren Ze and the others to the Chaos Tablet chambers and provides them with advice after their enlightenment.
   • Ren Ze shows respect and deference to Candeli, acknowledging his status and wisdom.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ren Ze arrives at the Heavenly Bridge plane and meets Overseer Bafen, who explains the rules and the difficulty of the Heavenly Bridge.
• Ren Ze begins his challenge, starting with the Universe Heavenly Bridge.
• Ren Ze passes the first two levels with difficulty, then chooses an illusionist for the third level and defeats it instantly, passing to the fourth level.
• Ren Ze chooses another illusionist for the fourth level but fails due to the stronger pressure of will and mental attack.

Character Developments

• Ren Ze demonstrates his ability to adapt and learn from his opponents, using the Xuanyuan Sword to execute space-time laws more effectively.
• Ren Ze shows exceptional talent in illusion techniques, passing the third level instantly.

Significant Themes

• The difficulty of the Heavenly Bridge and the rewards for passing its levels.
• The importance of adaptability and learning in combat.
• The potential of Ren Ze as a unique and powerful individual.

Character Interactions

• Ren Ze interacts with Overseer Bafen, who provides information and guidance.
• Ren Ze faces off against the guardians of the Heavenly Bridge, learning from and defeating them.
• Various immortal deities gather to watch Ren Ze's challenge, discussing his performance and potential.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ren Ze passes the third level of the Heavenly Bridge, shocking the geniuses and prompting Boland to try and fail at the same level.
• Luo Feng, despite his jealousy, acknowledges Ren Ze's prowess and vows to improve.
• Ren Ze decides to hunt Chaos Beasts for their Chaos True Spirits to enhance his soul's compatibility with the universe's origin laws.

Character Developments

• Ren Ze demonstrates his incredible talent and determination by challenging and passing the third level of the Heavenly Bridge.
• Boland shows his competitive spirit but falls short of Ren Ze's achievements.
• Luo Feng reveals his fighting spirit and commitment to improvement despite his jealousy of Ren Ze.
• Ren Ze shows his strategic thinking and resourcefulness in deciding to hunt Chaos Beasts for their Chaos True Spirits.

Significant Themes

• Talent vs. Effort: Ren Ze's rapid progress highlights his exceptional talent, while Luo Feng's determination to improve emphasizes the importance of effort.
• Growth and Competition: The characters' interactions and achievements in the Heavenly Bridge challenge underscore the theme of growth and competition among the geniuses.
• Soul Enhancement: The introduction of Chaos True Spirits and their ability to enhance the soul's compatibility with origin laws highlights the importance of soul development and understanding of the universe's laws.

Character Interactions

• Ren Ze and Boland: Their interaction revolves around competition and mutual respect, with Boland pushing himself to keep up with Ren Ze.
• Ren Ze and Luo Feng: Though not directly interacting, both characters share a competitive spirit and determination to improve, with Luo Feng acknowledging Ren Ze's prowess and vowing to catch up.
• Ren Ze and the Chaos Beast: Their interaction showcases Ren Ze's strategic thinking and combat skills against an unknown and powerful opponent.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ren Ze encounters and kills a Chaos Beast, attracting a herd of stronger ones.
• He flees, using his domains and newfound Flash technique to escape.
• He returns to Chaos City, vowing to improve his hunting skills and law comprehension.

Character Developments

• Ren Ze gains a significant breakthrough, comprehending the Flash technique.
• He becomes more cautious about risking his life and sets clear cultivation goals.

Significant Themes

• The balance between caution and risk-taking in cultivation.
• The importance of accumulating experience and knowledge before pushing oneself too hard.

Character Interactions

• Ren Ze interacts with Chaos Beasts, demonstrating his improved combat skills and techniques.
• He reflects on his experiences and sets new goals, showing his ability to learn from his actions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ren Ze absorbs and merges with the Chaos True Spirit, gaining an invincible position and improved clarity of origin laws.
• He begins hunting Chaos True Spirits to test his cultivation insights and improve his soul.
• After half a year, the effects of Chaos True Spirits on his soul diminish, and he reaches saturation.
• Ren Ze decides to focus on comprehending the laws of space-time and studies the spatial rifts in Chaos City's sky.

Character Developments

• Ren Ze's soul continues to transform and grow, reaching a point where Chaos True Spirits have negligible effect on it.
• He discovers a connection between his insights into the laws of the Devouring Universe and the Star Map world.
• Ren Ze becomes more confident and selective about potential teachers, declining a Marquis-level Immortal instructor from the Virtual Universe Company.

Significant Themes

• The pursuit of power and knowledge through continuous cultivation and comprehension of laws.
• The importance of finding the right guidance and resources for personal growth.
• The value of time and efficiency in one's cultivation journey.

Character Interactions

• Ren Ze interacts with Colvin, his chief guard, who tries to convince him to accept the free Marquis-level Immortal instructor but is ultimately declined.
• Ren Ze decides to give the instructor slot to Colvin instead, demonstrating his care for his subordinates.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ren Ze, after fifteen years of focused cultivation, studies the 'Universe' Chaos Tablet for the third time, fully comprehending its spatial laws and making significant progress in time laws.
• He discovers a miniature imprint of the 'Universe' Chaos Tablet within a stone pendant given to him by Ling'er, which he believes to be the Nuwa Stone.
• Ren Ze challenges the Heavenly Bridge, clearing the fourth level with ease, and proceeds to the fifth level.

Character Developments

• Ren Ze's law comprehension has advanced significantly, allowing him to clear higher levels of the Heavenly Bridge.
• Boland, who had previously surpassed Ren Ze, is now challenged by Ren Ze's rapid progress.

Significant Themes

• The importance of focused cultivation and dedication to one's path.
• The vast gap in talent and progress between geniuses, leading to both inspiration and despair among peers.

Character Interactions

• Ren Ze's challenge of the Heavenly Bridge stirs up his peers, including Boland and Luo Feng, who are motivated to improve their own cultivation.
• King Longyu, King Tongnan, and True Yan King observe Ren Ze's progress on the Heavenly Bridge, discussing his potential and the difficulty of the Heavenly Bridge's later levels.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ren Ze loses to the guardian of the sixth level on the Heavenly Bridge, but learns a new move, the Heaven-Opening Slash.
• He is summoned by the Chaos City Leader's envoy and meets Venerable Guiyi.
• Ren Ze is brought to the Chaos Ruins, where he meets the Chaos City Leader himself.

Character Developments

• Ren Ze gains a new technique and becomes more confident in his abilities.
• He experiences fear and unease when facing the Chaos City Leader, highlighting his awareness of the power gap between them.

Significant Themes

• The vastness and age of the universe, and the rarity of true geniuses.
• The power dynamics and hierarchy within the human race and the universe.

Character Interactions

• Ren Ze interacts with Venerable Guiyi, who treats him kindly and provides guidance.
• Ren Ze meets the Chaos City Leader, who shows interest in taking him as a disciple, marking a significant turning point in Ren Ze's life.