Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• An Origin Stone, said to contain the Primordial Force of Heaven and Earth, is auctioned.
• Bidding starts at five thousand mid-grade Spirit Crystals, with increments of five hundred.
• The price rapidly climbs, reaching twelve thousand mid-grade Spirit Crystals.

Character Developments

• Su Mo is tempted by the Origin Stone but struggles with affordability.
• Lü Gang offers his Spirit Crystals and artifacts to help Su Mo bid.
• Yi Wei borrows Spirit Crystals from Dao Sect disciples to increase her bidding power.
• Tian Lang becomes angry due to insufficient funds to continue bidding.

Significant Themes

• The power and rarity of the Primordial Force.
• The struggle between temptation and affordability.
• The importance of wealth and resources in the cultivation world.

Character Interactions

• Su Mo and Lü Gang discuss the Origin Stone and Su Mo's financial situation.
• Yi Wei borrows Spirit Crystals from Dao Sect disciples to outbid others.
• Tian Lang's anger is a result of his inability to continue bidding due to lack of funds.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A wealthy woman in Box No. 3 competes for the Origin Stone, sparking curiosity among attendees.
• Yang Tianwei, a Heavenly Void Sect disciple, bids aggressively with the help of his sect members, reaching 25,000 mid-grade spirit crystals.
• The woman in Box No. 3 concedes, and Yang Tianwei wins the Origin Stone.

Character Developments

• Yang Tianwei: Shows off his wealth and influence, using his sect's resources to outbid others. He becomes arrogant and boastful.
• Woman in Box No. 3: Reveals her wealth but has limits to her resources. She remains calm and composed throughout the bidding.

Significant Themes

• Wealth and Power: The auction highlights the importance of wealth and power in the cultivation world, with Yang Tianwei's sect backing allowing him to outbid others.
• Competition and Ambition: The bidding war showcases the intense competition and ambition among cultivators, with each bidder aiming to obtain the Origin Stone.

Character Interactions

• Yang Tianwei and Yang Tiancheng: The cousins work together, with Tiancheng helping Tianwei gather more spirit crystals from their sect members.
• Yang Tianwei and Woman in Box No. 3: They engage in a bidding war, with Tianwei eventually outbidding the woman, causing her to concede.
• Su Mo and Yi Wei: Both watch the bidding war from their private boxes, with neither able to compete at the high prices.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The auction ends, and Martial Artists begin to leave.
• Yang Tianwei, Yang Tiancheng, and a green-clothed woman wait outside the main gate to intercept Su Mo.
• Su Mo and Lü Gang receive their auction proceeds and plan to leave through the main gate.
• They encounter Yang Tianwei and Yang Tiancheng blocking the exit, with a crowd gathering to watch.

Character Developments

• Yang Tianwei is confident and arrogant, showing no intention of repaying the borrowed Spirit Crystals.
• Yang Tiancheng is anxious to capture Su Mo but follows his brother's lead.
• Su Mo is calm and composed, unafraid of Yang Tianwei and the others.
• Lü Gang is worried about Su Mo's safety but trusts his judgment.
• Gong Zhong, the auction house elder, is confused about the situation but doesn't interfere.
• Yi Wei and Tian Lang observe the scene from a distance, each with their own intentions.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and arrogance of the strong (Yang Tianwei and Yang Tiancheng)
• Trust and camaraderie between Su Mo and Lü Gang
• Curiosity and schadenfreude among the crowd watching the potential conflict

Character Interactions

• Yang Tianwei and Yang Tiancheng interact, showing their sibling bond and shared arrogance.
• Su Mo and Lü Gang display their trust and understanding, working together to leave the auction house.
• Su Mo's reaction to the white-robed woman hints at a possible connection with Qingxuan.
• The crowd interacts, speculating about the upcoming conflict and enjoying the spectacle.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Yun Youyou (Qingxuan), disguised, exits the auction house, drawing attention due to her aura.
• Yang Tiancheng recognizes her as the Divine Maiden and offers to escort her back to Taiyin City.
• Su Mo, having recognized Yun Youyou, attempts to leave but is blocked by Yang Tianwei.
• Su Mo and Yang Tianwei engage in a standoff, with Gong Zhong intervening to prevent damage to the auction house.
• Su Mo requests half an incense stick's time to discuss something with Yun Youyou, promising to defeat Yang Tianwei in that time.
• Su Mo and Yang Tianwei ascend into the sky to fight, with Su Mo aiming for a swift victory.

Character Developments

• Yun Youyou (Qingxuan) is revealed to be at the auction, having hidden her identity.
• Yang Tiancheng prioritizes Yun Youyou over Su Mo, showing his interest in her.
• Su Mo demonstrates confidence in his ability to defeat Yang Tianwei quickly, indicating his growth in strength.

Significant Themes

• The theme of identity and disguise is explored through Yun Youyou's hidden status.
• The theme of power and strength is emphasized as Su Mo challenges Yang Tianwei.

Character Interactions

• Yun Youyou and Yang Tiancheng: Yang Tiancheng shows interest in Yun Youyou, offering to escort her back to Taiyin City.
• Su Mo and Yang Tianwei: Tension and hostility build between them, leading to their fight in the sky.
• Su Mo and Yun Youyou: Su Mo requests a meeting with Yun Youyou, showing his determination to talk to her.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Mo and Yang Tianwei engage in a battle in the starry sky, watched by a large crowd of Martial Artists.
• Su Mo attacks first with a powerful sword strike, which Yang Tianwei counters with his Heavenly Bone Physique.
• The clash of their attacks results in a massive explosion, with both sword qi and saber qi shattering simultaneously.

Character Developments

• Su Mo demonstrates immense strength beyond his cultivation level, shocking the onlookers.
• Yang Tianwei reveals his Heavenly Bone Physique, a powerful Special Physique ranked 226th on the Primordial Physique Ranking.

Significant Themes

• The power of Special Physiques and their importance in battle.
• The disparity between one's cultivation level and actual combat strength.

Character Interactions

• Yang Tiancheng and Yun Youyou watch the battle from afar, with Yang Tiancheng expressing disbelief at Su Mo's strength and Yun Youyou showing curiosity and surprise.
• Tian Lang and Yi Wei, also among the spectators, are impressed by Su Mo's prowess.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Mo and Yang Tianwei engage in a fierce battle.
• Su Mo uses his Devouring Profound Meaning and Natal Spirit Sword Formation, while Yang Tianwei uses his Ten Thousand Mountains Slash.
• Su Mo's sword strike severely injures Yang Tianwei, nearly breaking his Heaven Bone Physique.
• Yang Tianwei retaliates with his most powerful attack, but Su Mo counters with his ultimate move, infusing over twenty Battle Souls into his stone sword.

Character Developments

• Su Mo demonstrates his incredible strength and fearlessness, pushing his limits to defeat Yang Tianwei.
• Yang Tianwei, initially confident, is shocked by Su Mo's power and faces a severe crisis.

Significant Themes

• The power of determination and pushing one's limits.
• The disparity in strength between cultivators and the consequences of underestimating one's opponent.

Character Interactions

• Su Mo and Yang Tianwei's intense battle highlights their respective strengths and weaknesses, leading to a tense and dramatic confrontation.
• The onlookers are deeply shaken by the power displayed in the battle, emphasizing the gap between them and the combatants.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Mo defeats Yang Tianwei, a powerful Martial Venerable Realm expert, by destroying his physical body and Battle Soul.
• Yang Tiancheng, witnessing his clan brother's death, flees in fear.
• Su Mo and Yun Youyou leave for Taiyin Star to discuss a private matter.

Character Developments

• Su Mo demonstrates his formidable combat power and ruthlessness, striking fear into his enemies.
• Yang Tiancheng shows cowardice and panic, fleeing without hesitation after his brother's defeat.
• Yun Youyou maintains her composure and caution, unsure of Su Mo's intentions.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and the consequences of underestimating one's opponent.
• The importance of self-defense and being wary of potential threats.

Character Interactions

• Su Mo and Yang Tianwei engage in a fierce battle, resulting in Yang Tianwei's demise.
• Su Mo and Yun Youyou interact briefly, with Yun Youyou showing initial wariness and Su Mo displaying respect and sincerity.
• Yang Tiancheng and Yun Youyou's interaction is brief, with Yang Tiancheng abandoning Yun Youyou to flee.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Mo reveals to Yun Youyou (Hong Qingxuan) her true identity and past.
• He recounts their history, including their meeting, experiences, and Hong Qingxuan's identity.
• Su Mo presents the Profound Heaven Spirit Coffin containing Qian Xun Yue (Qingxuan's master) to prove his claims.
• He also reveals that Qingxuan's family is in the Ancient Spirit Star River and that her memories were erased by a Taiyin Tribe expert.

Character Developments

• Yun Youyou (Hong Qingxuan): Struggles to accept her past, feeling a mix of surprise, delight, and unease. She remains skeptical but believes Su Mo's words to a great extent.
• Su Mo: Feels helpless in restoring his relationship with Qingxuan, realizing that words alone are not enough to bridge the gap between them.

Significant Themes

• Identity and memory loss: Qingxuan's struggle to accept her past and her search for her true identity is a central theme.
• Trust and verification: Qingxuan's need to verify Su Mo's claims highlights the theme of trust and the difficulty in believing someone's word without concrete evidence.
• Helplessness: Su Mo's inability to immediately restore his relationship with Qingxuan emphasizes the theme of helplessness in the face of complex emotional situations.

Character Interactions

• Su Mo and Yun Youyou (Hong Qingxuan): Their interaction is marked by Su Mo's revelation of Qingxuan's past and her struggle to accept it. Despite Su Mo's efforts, Qingxuan remains somewhat skeptical and leaves to verify his claims, leaving Su Mo feeling helpless.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Mo lets Yun Youyou (Qingxuan) go, understanding she needs time to accept her past.
• Su Mo retrieves Yang Tianwei's Storage Ring containing the Origin Stone, Spirit Crystals, and treasures.
• Su Mo absorbs Yang Tianwei's corpse and gains the Heavenly Bone Physique bloodline.
• Su Mo returns to the Dao Sect and begins closed-door cultivation.
• Su Mo discovers a strand of Primordial Force within the Origin Stone and decides to seek True Sage Dao Saint for information.

Character Developments

• Su Mo demonstrates patience and understanding towards Yun Youyou's situation.
• Su Mo shows determination in his cultivation and pursuit of knowledge about the Primordial Force.

Significant Themes

• Patience and Understanding: Su Mo's willingness to give Yun Youyou time to accept her past reflects his growth and maturity.
• Cultivation and Self-Discovery: Su Mo's pursuit of understanding the Primordial Force highlights his continuous exploration of his powers and the world's mysteries.

Character Interactions

• Su Mo interacts with Yun Youyou, showing understanding and patience.
• Su Mo attempts to interact with True Sage Dao Saint but finds him absent, leading to a delay in Su Mo's understanding of the Primordial Force.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Mo visits the True Sage Dao Saint to ask about Primordial Force and Origin Stones.
• The True Sage Dao Saint reveals that all powers have their origin, and the origin of the Five Elements is Chaos.
• Su Mo learns that his Origin Stone is a rare Chaos Origin Stone.
• Su Mo extracts a wisp of Primordial Force (Chaos Power) from the Chaos Origin Stone.

Character Developments

• Su Mo shows curiosity and ambition in understanding and cultivating Primordial Force.
• The True Sage Dao Saint displays wisdom and knowledge about Primordial Force and its origins.

Significant Themes

• The pursuit of power and understanding.
• The interconnectedness of all powers, with Chaos as the ultimate origin.

Character Interactions

• Su Mo interacts with the True Sage Dao Saint, seeking his knowledge about Primordial Force.
• The True Sage Dao Saint shares his understanding with Su Mo, showing guidance and mentorship.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Mo focuses on cultivating to reach the Second Layer Martial Venerable Realm before the Ancient Demon Graveyard opens.
• He begins practicing the Venerable-grade High-rank Cultivation Method, the Seven Tribulations Sword Skill, which has seven powerful moves.
• Su Mo practices the first three moves of the Sword Skill in a mountain forest, then moves to the starry sky to fully unleash his power.

Character Developments

• Su Mo demonstrates his dedication to cultivation and improvement, aiming to enhance his strength before the Ancient Demon Graveyard event.
• He shows his ability to adapt and find suitable locations for practicing powerful techniques.

Significant Themes

• The importance of continuous cultivation and improvement for facing challenges and competitions.
• The power of Martial Skills and their potential to greatly boost combat power.

Character Interactions

• A mysterious black-clothed youth is introduced, who has been observing Su Mo and leaves after Su Mo departs for the starry sky. Their interaction and relationship are left unexplored in this chapter.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Mo cultivates the Seven Tribulations Sword Skill, splitting a massive meteorite with the First Form, Wind Lightning Tribulation, and practicing the Second Form, Ocean Calamity.
• Li Hentian and two others from the Heavenly Void Sect ambush Su Mo for revenge.
• Su Mo flees, but a powerful Heavenly Void Sect elder pursues him, using a mighty Xuan energy palm attack.
• Su Mo narrowly dodges the attack and speeds towards the Taiyin Star, but the elder continues his pursuit.

Character Developments

• Su Mo's cultivation progresses, mastering the first two forms of the Seven Tribulations Sword Skill.
• Li Hentian and the Heavenly Void Sect elder show determination to eliminate Su Mo.

Significant Themes

• Pursuit of power and cultivation.
• Revenge and consequences of past actions.
• The vastness and danger of the starry sky.

Character Interactions

• Su Mo faces off against Li Hentian and the Heavenly Void Sect elder, leading to a chase through the starry sky.
• No significant interactions between other characters in this chapter.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Heavenly Void Sect sends a powerful Martial Venerable Realm Sixth Level expert to kill Su Mo, abandoning their previous intention of capturing him alive.
• Su Mo is severely injured after clashing with the yellow-robed middle-aged man, falling into the Taiyin Star's Nine Heavens Gale Layer.
• Experts from the Dao Sect, including Sect Master Quan, True Sage Dao Saint, and True Dry Half-Saint, arrive at the scene and find Su Mo's crater.

Character Developments

• Su Mo demonstrates his powerful bloodline physique and the Seven Tribulations Sword Skill but is still severely injured.
• The yellow-robed middle-aged man, Elder Lu, shows his immense power and strategic thinking by deciding not to pursue Su Mo further due to the proximity of the Dao Sect.
• Bi Qinghan, a true disciple of the Dao Sect, is revealed to have informed the Heavenly Void Sect about Su Mo's departure.

Significant Themes

• The theme of power and its consequences is evident as Su Mo's actions draw the attention of powerful enemies, leading to his severe injury.
• The theme of strategic thinking and adaptability is shown by Elder Lu, who decides not to pursue Su Mo further due to the risk of encountering the Dao Sect's experts.

Character Interactions

• Su Mo and the yellow-robed middle-aged man (Elder Lu) clash, resulting in Su Mo's severe injury.
• Li Hentian and Elder Lu work together to try and kill Su Mo.
• Bi Qinghan, a Dao Sect disciple, interacts with Elder Lu, providing information about Su Mo's whereabouts.
• True Dry Half-Saint finds and interacts with Su Mo at the bottom of the crater, showing concern for his well-being.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Mo is severely injured by a yellow-robed middle-aged man from the Heavenly Void Sect.
• Su Mo's physical body is damaged, but his Battle Soul is intact, ensuring his survival.
• True Dry Half-Saint saves Su Mo and brings him back to the Dao Sect.
• Su Mo returns to the Dao Sect and meets Sect Master Quan and True Sage Dao Saint, who decide to let Su Mo handle his revenge himself.
• Su Mo recovers from his injuries over ten days using a Heavenly Evolution Saint Pill.
• Su Mo visits Senior Brother Zhenxian to ask if he can "kill wantonly" within the Ancient Demon Graveyard.

Character Developments

• Su Mo: Shows resilience and determination to recover from severe injuries and seek revenge.
• True Dry Half-Saint: Demonstrates concern and assistance towards Su Mo, helping him return to the Dao Sect.
• Sect Master Quan and True Sage Dao Saint: Show understanding and support for Su Mo's situation, deciding to let him handle his revenge personally.
• Senior Brother Zhenxian: Shows a thoughtful and considerate demeanor towards Su Mo's request.

Significant Themes

• Revenge: Su Mo's desire for retribution against the Heavenly Void Sect drives the plot forward.
• Growth and Resilience: Su Mo's ability to recover from severe injuries and continue pursuing his goals highlights his determination and growth as a character.
• Trust and Support: The Dao Sect's decision to let Su Mo handle his revenge himself shows their trust in his abilities and their support for his personal growth.

Character Interactions

• Su Mo and True Dry Half-Saint: Show a mutual respect and understanding, with True Dry Half-Saint assisting Su Mo out of concern.
• Su Mo and Sect Master Quan/True Sage Dao Saint: Display a respectful and formal interaction, with the Sect Master and True Sage showing understanding and support for Su Mo's situation.
• Su Mo and Senior Brother Zhenxian: Exhibit a respectful and honest interaction, with Su Mo seeking Senior Brother Zhenxian's advice and Senior Brother Zhenxian showing a thoughtful and considerate demeanor.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Mo meets with True Sage Dao Saint, who acknowledges Su Mo's formidable strength and talent.
• True Sage Dao Saint warns Su Mo that excessive killing in the Ancient Demon Graveyard could lead to trouble from the Heavenly Void Sect and suggests leaving the Mingxu Star River if necessary.
• Su Mo decides to improve his strength by repairing his Divine Cores and enhancing his Seven Tribulations Sword Skill mastery in the jade bracelet space.

Character Developments

• Su Mo demonstrates his resolve and confidence in facing the upcoming challenges in the Ancient Demon Graveyard.
• True Sage Dao Saint shows concern for Su Mo's safety and well-being, hinting at his favoritism towards Su Mo.

Significant Themes

• The theme of preparation and improvement is emphasized as Su Mo focuses on enhancing his strength before facing the trials in the Ancient Demon Graveyard.
• The consequences of excessive killing and the potential backlash from the Heavenly Void Sect are explored.

Character Interactions

• Su Mo and True Sage Dao Saint discuss the potential dangers and strategies for the Ancient Demon Graveyard, showcasing a mentor-mentee relationship.
• Su Mo's determination and focus on improving his skills highlight his commitment to facing the challenges ahead.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Mo exits his closed-door cultivation after ten days, having improved significantly.
• He learns that the Ancient Demon Graveyard's opening is near but doesn't know the exact date.
• Su Mo spots a black-clothed youth from the Heavenly Void Sect in the Dao Sect's Trading Hall, who he recognizes as an accomplice of Li Hentian.
• Su Mo confronts the youth, Bi Qinghan, who is a true disciple of the Dao Sect.
• Su Mo attempts to kill Bi Qinghan, but the latter escapes to his palace, and Su Mo decides to wait for the Ancient Demon Graveyard to settle the score.

Character Developments

• Su Mo's strength has increased significantly after his training, though not as much as he expected.
• Bi Qinghan is revealed to be a true disciple of the Dao Sect and is second only to Yi Wei in strength.

Significant Themes

• The theme of revenge and settling scores is prominent, as Su Mo seeks to eliminate those who have tried to kill him.
• The theme of power and cultivation is also present, as Su Mo's strength has improved, and he seeks to prove himself against Bi Qinghan.

Character Interactions

• Su Mo and Bi Qinghan have a tense confrontation, with Su Mo attempting to kill Bi Qinghan for his role in the previous assassination attempt.
• Su Mo interacts with other disciples of the Dao Sect, who greet him respectfully due to his fame and recent accomplishments.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Mo visits Lü Gang to learn about the Ancient Demon Graveyard trip, which is in three days.
• All true disciples and voluntary Core Disciples gather at the Sect's plaza for the trip.
• Bi Qinghan arrives and joins Yi Wei's group, hinting at potential collusion against Su Mo.
• Over 130 disciples, including Sect Elders, gather for the trip.

Character Developments

• Su Mo improves his sword skills, nearing minor accomplishment in 'Ocean Calamity.'
• Bi Qinghan and Yi Wei's relationship deepens, potentially posing a threat to Su Mo.

Significant Themes

• Power Dynamics: The relationship between Su Mo, Bi Qinghan, and Yi Wei reflects the power struggle among the disciples.
• Growth and Improvement: Su Mo's continuous improvement in his cultivation and skills.
• Loyalty and Betrayal: The potential betrayal by Yi Wei and Bi Qinghan, and Su Mo's determination to protect himself.

Character Interactions

• Su Mo and Lü Gang discuss the trip and the potential dangers, with Lü Gang warning Su Mo about Li Hentian.
• Bi Qinghan and Yi Wei interact, suggesting a possible alliance against Su Mo.
• Su Mo observes the gathering disciples, taking note of Bi Qinghan's arrival and his interaction with Yi Wei.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Dao Sect disciples, led by True Dry Half-Saint and other Elders, travel to the Ancient Demon Graveyard on the Taiyin Star.
• Upon arrival, they find themselves in a vast valley with a colossal black stone tablet, the Demon Sealing Monument, at its center.
• They are joined by disciples from other major powers: the Howling Heaven Wolf Clan, the Black Flame Clan, and the Sword Control Valley.

Character Developments

• Su Mo maintains his composure and confidence in the face of numerous hostile gazes from other disciples.
• Lu Gang provides Su Mo with information about the most formidable opponents, including Tian Lang, Yan Gu, and the Sword User.

Significant Themes

• Competition and rivalry among disciples from different powers.
• The Ancient Demon Graveyard as a place of both opportunity and danger.
• The Demon Sealing Monument as a symbol of the graveyard's history and power.

Character Interactions

• Su Mo and Lu Gang discuss the formidable opponents, acknowledging the threat they pose.
• Su Mo, Tian Lang, Yan Gu, and the Sword User exchange hostile gazes, signifying their awareness of each other as rivals.
• Disciples from different powers size up each other, assessing their strengths and potential threats.

Key Plot Points

• Su Mo understands the Demon Sealing Monument and the Ancient Demon Graveyard's purpose.
• Su Mo plans to solidify his cultivation foundation before attempting to break through to the Second Layer Martial Venerable Realm.
• The Heavenly Void Sect arrives, led by Li Hentian, who confronts Su Mo and vows to kill him in the Ancient Demon Graveyard.

Character Developments

• Su Mo remains calm and composed despite Li Hentian's threat, indicating his growing confidence and resilience.
• Li Hentian displays confidence in his ability to kill Su Mo, hinting at a powerful trump card he possesses.

Significant Themes

• The theme of survival and competition is emphasized as Su Mo and Li Hentian exchange threats, foreshadowing their inevitable confrontation in the Ancient Demon Graveyard.
• The power dynamics between the Heavenly Void Sect and Su Mo are explored, with the Heavenly Void Sect determined to eliminate Su Mo due to his past actions.

Character Interactions

• Li Hentian and Su Mo exchange tense words, with Li Hentian warning Su Mo that he will have nowhere to run in the Ancient Demon Graveyard.
• Su Mo remains undeterred by Li Hentian's threat, indicating his determination to face Li Hentian in the Ancient Demon Graveyard.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Taiyin Tribe arrives, led by Elder Yin Ze, with a powerful lineup.
• The Ancient Demon Graveyard will open at noon.
• True Dry Half-Saint lends Su Mo a low-grade Saint Artifact sword for protection.

Character Developments

• Su Mo remains vigilant, preparing for the Heavenly Void Sect's assassination attempt.
• Hong Qingxuan (Yun Youyou) is calm and collected upon seeing Su Mo, planning to ask him about her parents after the expedition.
• Su Mo reflects on Yun Youyou's situation, realizing he needs to help her restore her memories.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and status within the cultivation world, as seen in the Taiyin Tribe's arrogance and superiority towards the Seven Great Powers.
• The importance of memories and identity, as explored through Yun Youyou's situation.

Character Interactions

• Su Mo and True Dry Half-Saint: They have a secret conversation about the Heavenly Void Sect's threat, and True Dry Half-Saint lends Su Mo a weapon.
• Su Mo and Hong Qingxuan (Yun Youyou): They exchange glances, with Yun Youyou planning to ask Su Mo about her parents later.
• The Taiyin Tribe and the Seven Great Powers: The Taiyin Tribe members display arrogance and superiority towards the Seven Great Powers, causing tension.