Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Mo publicly insults all Outer Palace disciples, calling them trash and ants.
• News of Su Mo's arrogance spreads rapidly throughout the Outer Palace, enraging countless disciples.
• Many Outer Palace disciples, including powerful ones at the True Profound Realm Ninth Layer and Half-step Martial King realm, gather outside Su Mo's pavilion.

Character Developments

• Su Mo: He intentionally acts arrogantly to draw attention and showcase his talent to higher-ups.
• Shangguan Yun: He realizes the extent of his own arrogance compared to Su Mo and decides to let others handle the situation.
• Ouyang Xiao: He initially shows disinterest in dealing with Su Mo due to his low cultivation but might intervene later.

Significant Themes

• Arrogance and its consequences: Su Mo's excessive pride stirs up the entire Outer Palace, leading to a massive gathering of disciples against him.
• Talent and recognition: Su Mo's goal is to display his talent to attract the attention of Martial Emperor experts in Emperor Xuan Palace.

Character Interactions

• Su Mo vs. Outer Palace Disciples: Su Mo's words anger the entire Outer Palace, leading to a collective backlash.
• Shangguan Yun and Ouyang Xiao: Shangguan Yun decides not to handle Su Mo himself and suggests that Ouyang Xiao deal with him, but Ouyang Xiao initially declines.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Mo's pavilion is surrounded by angry disciples.
• The Emperor Profound Palace's higher-ups observe the commotion.
• Su Mo emerges from his pavilion and addresses the crowd.
• A short, stout youth challenges Su Mo, but is easily defeated.
• A tall, strong youth named Ba Hu challenges Su Mo, wielding a massive purple-gold war hammer.

Character Developments

• Su Mo demonstrates his confidence and strength, showing no fear of the crowd.
• Ba Hu showcases his immense physical strength and powerful technique.

Significant Themes

• Arrogance vs. Confidence: Su Mo's bold statements and actions border on arrogance, but his strength backs up his claims.
• Strength and Power: The chapter emphasizes the importance of strength, with Ba Hu's powerful physique and war hammer strike being a highlight.

Character Interactions

• Su Mo interacts with the crowd, provoking them with his words and actions.
• Su Mo faces off against two disciples, first the short, stout youth, then Ba Hu.
• The crowd reacts with anger and disbelief at Su Mo's actions and words.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Mo, a True Profound Realm Sixth Layer Martial Artist, easily blocks Ba Hu's powerful Purple-Gold Bronze Hammer with his bare hand, shocking the crowd.
• Ba Hu retreats after realizing he's no match for Su Mo.
• Jiang Wuya, a Half-step Martial King realm expert and Outer Palace's tenth ranked disciple, challenges Su Mo.
• Su Mo uses a single finger strike, piercing space and attacking Jiang Wuya, leaving him no time to dodge.

Character Developments

• Su Mo demonstrates extraordinary strength and confidence, proving himself a prodigy genius.
• Jiang Wuya, initially confident and arrogant, is caught off guard by Su Mo's power and struggles to defend.

Significant Themes

• Arrogance vs. Confidence: Su Mo's confidence in his abilities borders on arrogance, while Jiang Wuya's confidence is shaken by Su Mo's display of power.
• Strength and Power: The chapter emphasizes the importance of strength and power in the cultivation world, with Su Mo's overwhelming might silencing his opponents.

Character Interactions

• Su Mo and Ba Hu: Su Mo's strength intimidates Ba Hu, who retreats after realizing he can't defeat Su Mo.
• Su Mo and Jiang Wuya: Su Mo's calm demeanor and powerful attack catch Jiang Wuya off guard, challenging his confidence and forcing him to defend.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Mo Su, a mysterious newcomer, easily defeats Jiang Wuya, ranked tenth in the Outer Palace, with a single move.
• Jiang Wuya suspects Mo Su is hiding his cultivation, but Mo Su dismisses this.
• Jiang Wuya attempts a powerful saber strike, but Mo Su deflects it with a finger, sending Jiang Wuya flying again.
• Mo Su challenges the crowd, asking who else is unconvinced.
• The crowd focuses their attention on Tang Ao, Wang Yu, and Ji Xuefu, the top three geniuses in the Outer Palace.

Character Developments

• Mo Su: Demonstrates immense strength and confidence, defeating Jiang Wuya effortlessly.
• Jiang Wuya: Loses face after being defeated by Mo Su, suffers a slight internal injury, and becomes cautious.
• Tang Ao, Wang Yu, and Ji Xuefu: Remain calm and confident despite Mo Su's strength, ready to face him.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and hierarchy within the Outer Palace.
• The impact of Mo Su's arrival and his unknown cultivation level on the established order.
• The importance of confidence and composure in the face of adversity.

Character Interactions

• Mo Su vs. Jiang Wuya: Mo Su easily defeats Jiang Wuya, causing him to lose face and question his own abilities.
• Mo Su vs. The Crowd: Mo Su challenges the crowd, instilling fear and uncertainty among the disciples.
• Tang Ao, Wang Yu, and Ji Xuefu: The top three geniuses discuss who should face Mo Su, displaying camaraderie and mutual respect.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Mo challenges Tang Ao, Wang Yu, and Ji Xuefu to a fight together, showing extreme arrogance.
• The fight moves to the Martial Combat Stage, where Tang Ao fights Su Mo alone.
• Tang Ao uses a powerful Saber Technique, manifesting various demonic beasts to attack Su Mo.

Character Developments

• Su Mo continues to display his overwhelming confidence and arrogance.
• Tang Ao shows his strength as the second-ranked expert in the Outer Palace but is still confident in his ability to defeat Su Mo.

Significant Themes

• Arrogance vs. Confidence: Su Mo's behavior is seen as arrogant by others, but he believes it's justified by his strength.
• Strength vs. Numbers: Su Mo believes that even if the three opponents join forces, they still wouldn't be a match for him, highlighting his confidence in his own power.

Character Interactions

• Su Mo and Tang Ao: They exchange words before the fight, with Tang Ao trying to provoke Su Mo into showing his full strength, while Su Mo remains calm and confident.
• The crowd: The disciples watch the fight, surprised and speechless at Su Mo's arrogance, but also excited to witness a peak battle.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Tang Ao, the second-ranked Outer Palace disciple of Emperor Xuan Palace, summons ten thousand demonic beasts, each as powerful as a Martial King realm expert, to attack Su Mo.
• Su Mo effortlessly destroys the demonic beasts with a single sword strike, demonstrating his overwhelming power.
• Tang Ao releases his Heaven-grade Third Rank Martial Soul, Berserk, transforming into a giant nearly three meters tall and increasing his combat power.
• Tang Ao unleashes a powerful attack, Phantom Dragon Slash, which Su Mo blocks with a single punch, sending Tang Ao retreating dozens of miles.
• Tang Ao returns to the battle stage and challenges Su Mo to attack, wanting to test Su Mo's strength limit.

Character Developments

• Su Mo: Shows immense power and composure, remaining unfazed by Tang Ao's attacks. He maintains a calm demeanor throughout the battle, revealing no signs of strain or exhaustion.
• Tang Ao: Initially confident, Tang Ao becomes increasingly shocked and wary of Su Mo's strength. He decides to test Su Mo's limits rather than admit defeat.

Significant Themes

• Power and Strength: The chapter emphasizes the characters' power and strength, with Su Mo's overwhelming might contrasting with Tang Ao's growing realization of his own limitations.
• Martial Souls: The Berserk Martial Soul is introduced, showcasing its ability to alter the user's physical form and increase combat power.

Character Interactions

• Su Mo vs. Tang Ao: The battle between the two highlights their respective strengths and the vast gap between them. Tang Ao's initial confidence gives way to caution and curiosity as Su Mo's power becomes increasingly apparent.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Mo uses the Nirvana Sword Skill, activating all eight of his Spirit Vortexes, and strikes Tang Ao with a powerful three-colored sword qi, defeating him in one move.
• Tang Ao is sent flying over a hundred li, crashing into a mountainside, and concedes defeat.
• Su Mo challenges the Outer Palace, asking who is the strongest and inviting them to fight.
• Ouyang Xiao, the Outer Palace's number one, arrives, and a tense standoff ensues between him and Su Mo.

Character Developments

• Su Mo demonstrates his immense power and confidence, defeating Tang Ao easily and challenging the entire Outer Palace.
• Tang Ao, despite his strength, is no match for Su Mo and concedes defeat.
• Ouyang Xiao, the Outer Palace's top expert, arrives, showing a calm and collected demeanor, hinting at his strong prowess.

Significant Themes

• The theme of strength and power is prominent, with Su Mo's display of immense might challenging the status quo of the Outer Palace.
• The theme of talent recognition is also present, with the elders watching Su Mo's actions from afar, hinting at their interest in his abilities.

Character Interactions

• Su Mo and Tang Ao's interaction is one-sided, with Su Mo's power overwhelming Tang Ao.
• Su Mo and Ouyang Xiao's interaction is tense and anticipatory, with both feeling the other's power and neither underestimating the other.
• The crowd's interaction with Ouyang Xiao is one of anticipation and excitement, expecting him to turn the tide against Su Mo.

Key Plot Points

• Su Mo challenges Ouyang Xiao, the Outer Palace's top disciple.
• Their battle begins with Su Mo launching powerful sword strikes, which Ouyang Xiao blocks with his formidable fist techniques.
• Despite Su Mo's initial attacks, Ouyang Xiao remains unscathed, boosting the confidence of the watching disciples who bet on Ouyang Xiao's victory.

Character Developments

• Su Mo demonstrates his prowess and determination, seeking a challenging battle.
• Ouyang Xiao showcases his strength and confidence, remaining calm and composed under pressure.
• The disciples reveal their biases and eagerness to see Su Mo's defeat, hoping to humiliate him afterward.

Significant Themes

• The power of fist techniques and the importance of physical strength in martial arts.
• The excitement and anticipation surrounding the battle, reflecting the disciples' eagerness for competition and spectacle.
• The theme of expectations and the pressure that comes with being the top disciple.

Character Interactions

• Su Mo and Ouyang Xiao exchange blows, each assessing the other's strength.
• The disciples below the battle stage engage in betting and conversation, expressing their hopes and biases regarding the outcome.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Mo and Ouyang Xiao engage in a fierce battle on the battle stage.
• Su Mo uses his sword to counter Ouyang Xiao's powerful fist force, creating a massive explosion.
• Su Mo summons three Demonic Shadow Clones to fight alongside him, unleashing a barrage of sword qi strikes.
• Ouyang Xiao counters with relentless fist force attacks, creating a chaotic energy field that obscures the combatants.
• After a prolonged and intense battle, both Su Mo and Ouyang Xiao appear disheveled but evenly matched, with no clear victor.
• Ouyang Xiao expresses admiration for Su Mo's combat power, comparing him only to Shangguan Hao.
• Ouyang Xiao reveals that Shangguan Hao possesses the 'Great Sun Divine Body,' a rare and powerful physique.
• Su Mo asks if they should continue fighting, to which Ouyang Xiao agrees, releasing his Martial Soul to prepare for the next round.

Character Developments

• Su Mo demonstrates his incredible combat power, fighting evenly with Ouyang Xiao, a Half-step Martial King realm expert.
• Ouyang Xiao shows respect for Su Mo's strength despite his dislike for Su Mo's arrogance.
• Both characters exhibit determination and unwillingness to back down from the fight.

Significant Themes

• The importance of talent and strength in the cultivation world.
• Respect for one's opponents, even in the face of adversity.
• The influence of special physiques, like the 'Great Sun Divine Body,' on one's cultivation journey.

Character Interactions

• Su Mo and Ouyang Xiao engage in a heated battle, testing each other's limits and pushing their combat abilities to the extreme.
• Ouyang Xiao expresses admiration for Su Mo's strength, comparing him to Shangguan Hao, the most powerful cultivator in the Emperor Profound Palace.
• Su Mo and Ouyang Xiao maintain their resolve to continue fighting, each determined to claim victory.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ouyang Xiao activates his Heaven-grade Third Rank Stone Man Martial Soul.
• Su Mo refuses to use his Devouring Martial Soul, instead activating the Great Three Treasures Art, boosting his strength threefold.
• Su Mo uses a battle secret art, creating a powerful sword qi that damages the battle stage for the first time in history.
• Ouyang Xiao retreats from the battle stage, losing the duel.
• An Elder from Emperor Xuan Palace arrives and offers to take Su Mo as a disciple.

Character Developments

• Ouyang Xiao: Despite his powerful Martial Soul, he is no match for Su Mo's enhanced strength and retreats from the battle.
• Su Mo: He demonstrates his invincibility within the Outer Palace, attracting the attention of an Elder who wishes to take him as a disciple.

Significant Themes

• Strength and Power: Su Mo's display of power earns him respect and an offer of discipleship from an Elder.
• Talent Recognition: The Elder recognizes Su Mo's high talent and offers to take him as a disciple.

Character Interactions

• Su Mo vs. Ouyang Xiao: Su Mo's overwhelming power leads to Ouyang Xiao's defeat and retreat.
• Su Mo and the Elder: The Elder offers to take Su Mo as a disciple, recognizing his talent and potential.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Mo's impressive performance attracts numerous Emperor Xuan Palace Elders, each wanting to take him as their disciple.
• Over a dozen Elders argue and compete for Su Mo's attention, with each claiming to be the most suitable Master.
• The Elders decide to let Su Mo choose his Master himself.

Character Developments

• Su Mo: Realizes the extent of his newfound fame and the pressure of choosing a Master.
• Elders: Display their eagerness and desperation to take Su Mo as a disciple, challenging their usual aloof demeanor.

Significant Themes

• Ambition and desire for power (Elders' eagerness to take Su Mo as a disciple)
• The importance of choosing the right mentor or guide (Su Mo's struggle to decide on a Master)
• The impact of one's actions on others (Su Mo's influence on the Elders and Outer Palace Disciples)

Character Interactions

• Su Mo and the Elders: The Elders compete for Su Mo's attention, while Su Mo struggles to choose a Master.
• Elders among themselves: Argue and try to outdo each other in their attempts to take Su Mo as a disciple.
• Su Mo and the Outer Palace Disciples: The disciples watch the scene in awe and envy, comparing themselves to Su Mo.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Thirteenth Elder of Emperor Xuan Palace arrives at the battle stage, recognizing Su Mo's talent.
• The Thirteenth Elder offers to take Su Mo as his disciple, and despite initial reluctance, Su Mo accepts.
• The Thirteenth Elder takes Su Mo to the Inner Palace, bypassing Emperor Xuan Palace's anti-air formations and revealing the entrance to the plane space where the Inner Palace is located.

Character Developments

• Su Mo: Initially alarmed by the Thirteenth Elder's arrival, he manages to maintain his composure and decides to accept the elder as his master to gain entry into the Inner Palace.
• The Thirteenth Elder: He takes an interest in Su Mo's talent and offers to take him as a disciple, demonstrating his confidence and authority.

Significant Themes

• Talent and Opportunity: The Thirteenth Elder recognizes Su Mo's talent and offers him an opportunity to become his disciple, highlighting the theme of talent being rewarded.
• Deception and Identity: Su Mo's successful deception of the Thirteenth Elder raises the theme of identity and the consequences of hiding one's true self.

Character Interactions

• Su Mo and the Thirteenth Elder: Their interaction revolves around the Thirteenth Elder's offer to take Su Mo as a disciple, with Su Mo accepting despite his initial reluctance.
• Su Mo and the other elders/disciples: The other elders and disciples show envy and jealousy towards Su Mo for being chosen by the Thirteenth Elder.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Mo and the Thirteenth Elder enter the Inner Palace of the Emperor Profound Palace.
• The Inner Palace is a beautiful, serene mountain range with magnificent palaces on each peak.
• Su Mo is brought to the Thirteenth Elder's palace, where they have a conversation.

Character Developments

• Su Mo: He maintains his composure and vigilance, revealing only necessary information about his background and cultivation method.
• The Thirteenth Elder: He shows kindness and willingness to guide his disciples, bestowing an Emperor-grade Lower Grade movement technique, "Sword Step," upon Su Mo.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics and hierarchy within the Emperor Profound Palace.
• The importance of movement techniques in cultivation.
• The potential conflict between Su Mo's true identity and his new role as the Thirteenth Elder's disciple.

Character Interactions

• Su Mo and the Thirteenth Elder: They engage in a conversation where the Thirteenth Elder asks about Su Mo's background and cultivation method, and Su Mo requests a movement technique as his disciple-greeting gift. The Thirteenth Elder expresses a sense of familiarity with Su Mo but attributes it to having seen him in the Outer Palace.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Mo meets the Thirteenth Elder, who examines the Nine Heavens Sword Canon Martial Art.
• The Thirteenth Elder explains that Emperor-grade Martial Skills require comprehending Profound Power, which is connected to the Great Daos of Heaven and Earth.
• Su Mo learns that the Nine Heavens Sword Skill is a Cloud Profound Martial Art, requiring comprehension of Cloud Profoundness.
• The Thirteenth Elder advises Su Mo to focus on studying Level Six Martial Arts instead, as his cultivation is too low for Emperor-grade skills.
• Su Mo learns about the Holy Son (Shangguan Hao) and the Saintess (Xi'er) being prodigies in the Emperor Xuan Palace.
• Su Mo discovers that Xi'er resides on the central Emperor Peak and is eager to see her.
• The Thirteenth Elder teaches Su Mo the method to open the entrance and exit of the plane space.

Character Developments

• Su Mo: Shows curiosity and eagerness to learn, demonstrating his perseverance and determination.
• Thirteenth Elder: Reveals his patience and responsibility as a master, also showing surprise and approval of Su Mo's progress.

Significant Themes

• The importance of perseverance and determination in cultivation, as shown by Su Mo's journey.
• The concept of Profound Power and its connection to the Great Daos of Heaven and Earth, highlighting the depth and complexity of cultivation.

Character Interactions

• Su Mo interacts with the Thirteenth Elder, asking questions and seeking guidance, showing respect and eagerness to learn.
• The Thirteenth Elder interacts with Su Mo, providing guidance and teaching, showing patience and responsibility.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Mo's identity is discovered by the Thirteenth Elder, who, moved by Su Mo's determination, allows him to enter Emperor Xuan Palace to pursue Xi'er.
• Su Mo arrives at Emperor Peak, the central peak of the Inner Palace, and learns about Shangguan Hao's recent activities from disciples' conversations.
• Su Mo discovers that Xi'er initially opposed her engagement to Shangguan Hao but later agreed, leaving him puzzled about her change of heart.

Character Developments

• Su Mo: He remains steadfast in his pursuit of Xi'er, despite the challenges ahead. He's also more cautious and strategic in his approach.
• Thirteenth Elder: He shows compassion and understanding towards Su Mo's situation, reminiscent of his own past love.
• Xi'er: Her initial opposition to the engagement with Shangguan Hao and later agreement hint at a change in her feelings or circumstances.

Significant Themes

• Love and Pursuit: Su Mo's relentless pursuit of Xi'er despite the odds is a central theme. His determination is fueled by love and hope.
• Change of Heart: Xi'er's change in attitude towards her engagement with Shangguan Hao raises questions about her feelings and the reasons behind her decision.
• Cultivation and Growth: The dense Spiritual Energy in Emperor Peak highlights the importance of cultivation and growth in the characters' journey.

Character Interactions

• Su Mo and the Thirteenth Elder: The Thirteenth Elder shows understanding and compassion towards Su Mo, giving him an opportunity to pursue Xi'er.
• Su Mo and Inner Palace Disciples: Su Mo overhears conversations among the disciples, learning about Shangguan Hao and Xi'er's situation.
• Xi'er and Shangguan Hao: Their engagement, initially opposed by Xi'er, is a point of interest and speculation among the disciples.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Mo spots Shangguan Hao and Xi'er on Emperor Peak.
• Shangguan Hao reveals his plan to marry Xi'er in eight months.
• Xi'er expresses her belief in Su Mo's promise to reach the Central Continent within five years.
• Shangguan Hao dismisses the idea, claiming the Savage Mountain Range is impassable for a native like Su Mo.

Character Developments

• Su Mo: Remains determined and confident in his promise to Xi'er, despite the challenges ahead.
• Xi'er: Still deeply in love with Su Mo, she holds onto hope that he will keep his promise, but also feels anxious and conflicted about her impending marriage to Shangguan Hao.
• Shangguan Hao: Arrogant and confident in his power, he underestimates Su Mo and looks down on Xi'er's faith in him.

Significant Themes

• Faith and Belief: Xi'er's unwavering faith in Su Mo's abilities and determination, despite the odds.
• Arrogance vs. Humility: Shangguan Hao's overconfidence and disregard for others' abilities, contrasting with Su Mo's quiet determination.

Character Interactions

• Xi'er and Shangguan Hao: Tension and coldness between them, with Xi'er still pining for Su Mo, and Shangguan Hao growing impatient and annoyed by her feelings.
• Su Mo and Xi'er: Although not interacting directly, Su Mo's determination to keep his promise to Xi'er drives the plot forward, and Xi'er's faith in him fuels her hope and resistance against her impending marriage.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Mo overhears Shangguan Hao dismissing Xi'er's belief in Su Mo's abilities.
• Xi'er silently waits for Su Mo at the cliff edge.
• Su Mo decides to refine his Destined Spirit Sword and reach Martial King Realm in eight months to prevent Xi'er's marriage to Shangguan Hao.
• Su Mo visits the Thirteenth Elder to bid farewell before leaving the Emperor Xuan Palace.
• The Thirteenth Elder warns Su Mo about the consequences of his actions but respects Su Mo's determination.
• Su Mo learns the exact date of Xi'er's wedding and vows to confront Shangguan Hao then.

Character Developments

• Su Mo: Determined to improve his cultivation and stop Xi'er's wedding, he decides to leave the sect for training.
• Xi'er: Remains steadfast in her belief in Su Mo, silently waiting for him.
• Shangguan Hao: Dismissive of Xi'er's faith in Su Mo, he remains confident in his own power and status.
• The Thirteenth Elder: Recognizes Su Mo's potential but warns him of the dangers ahead, showing understanding and respect for Su Mo's resolve.

Significant Themes

• Determination and resolve in the face of adversity.
• The consequences of one's actions and convictions.
• The struggle between personal beliefs and societal expectations.

Character Interactions

• Su Mo and Xi'er: Their bond strengthens as Xi'er waits for Su Mo, and Su Mo is moved by her faith in him.
• Su Mo and the Thirteenth Elder: They share a heartfelt conversation where the Thirteenth Elder warns Su Mo about the path he has chosen.
• Shangguan Hao and Xi'er: Shangguan Hao dismisses Xi'er's belief in Su Mo, highlighting the conflict between them.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Mo leaves Emperor Xuan Palace, heading towards a larger city to gather materials for his Natal Spirit Sword.
• In Emperor Spirit City, Su Mo etches a challenge message on the city wall, publicly challenging Shangguan Hao to a duel on October 8th.
• News of the challenge spreads rapidly, causing a stir in the Central Continent.
• Shangguan Hao and Xi'er arrive at the city wall, with Xi'er excited and hopeful, while Shangguan Hao is dismissive and confident.
• Shangguan Hao responds to Su Mo's challenge by writing "Invincible with me" above Su Mo's message.

Character Developments

• Su Mo: Shows determination and confidence in challenging Shangguan Hao.
• Shangguan Hao: Confident in his power and dismissive of Su Mo's challenge.
• Xi'er: Excited and hopeful about Su Mo's arrival, worried about the outcome of the duel.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and confidence in one's abilities.
• The impact of public challenges and the anticipation they generate.
• The tension and uncertainty leading up to a major duel.

Character Interactions

• Su Mo's challenge message provokes a response from Shangguan Hao, setting the stage for their duel.
• Xi'er's excitement and worry contrast with Shangguan Hao's confidence, highlighting the different perspectives on the upcoming duel.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Mo's challenge against Shangguan Hao causes a sensation, but no one expects him to win.
• A mysterious veiled woman appears, interested in Su Mo's challenge.
• Su Mo travels aimlessly, refining his Xuan energy, and arrives at Shenwu City.
• He searches for materials to refine his Destined Spirit Sword, finding some but struggling to find the last four rare materials.
• Su Mo decides to visit the Sky Horizon Pavilion's headquarters in the Central Continent to find the remaining materials.

Character Developments

• Su Mo remains focused on improving his cultivation and refining his Destined Spirit Sword, showing determination and persistence.
• The veiled woman's identity and intentions remain unknown, adding an element of mystery.

Significant Themes

• Determination and Persistence: Su Mo's unwavering focus on improving his cultivation and refining his sword despite facing challenges and setbacks.
• Rarity and Extinction of Materials: The difficulty in finding the last four materials highlights the passage of time and the loss of ancient knowledge and resources.

Character Interactions

• Su Mo interacts with various shopkeepers and Pavilion Masters in his search for materials, but no significant interactions with other characters occur in this chapter.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Mo travels to Sky Sea City, the largest city on the Central Continent, in less than five days using sword flight.
• He arrives at the Sky Horizon Pavilion's headquarters, which is a city within a city, guarded by True Profound Realm high-tier Martial Artists.
• Su Mo enters the Artifact Refining Hall during a meeting of high-ranking Artifact Refiners, including an Emperor-grade Mid-rank Artifact Refiner.
• He is directed to find Master Cui on the second floor, who is currently in the middle of Artifact Refining.
• Su Mo waits outside Master Cui's Artifact Refining room for two hours before Cui emerges.

Character Developments

• Su Mo demonstrates his respect and humility towards senior Artifact Refiners, understanding the importance of maintaining a good relationship with them.
• Master Cui, a King-grade High-rank Artifact Refiner, is introduced as a somewhat unsavory middle-aged man.

Significant Themes

• The importance of respect and humility towards seniors and powerful individuals in the cultivation world.
• The vastness and grandeur of the Sky Horizon Pavilion's headquarters, reflecting its power and influence.

Character Interactions

• Su Mo interacts with a guard at the Sky Horizon Pavilion's headquarters, who initially blocks his path but shows respect after seeing Su Mo's Honorary Badge.
• Su Mo meets the white-haired old man, an Emperor-grade Mid-rank Artifact Refiner, who directs him to find Master Cui.
• Su Mo meets Master Cui, who leads him to a small side hall after learning about Su Mo's identity.