Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Dongbo Xueying discovers maps and details about a hidden door in the underground palace leading to a large-scale Transcendence world.
• He learns about the rarity and value of large-scale worlds and the potential danger of exposing them.
• Dongbo Xueying finds the Ocean World Stone in the underground pool and learns about its properties and how to use it.
• He attempts to leave through a crack in the wall but finds it too narrow, realizing he needs to reach the Transcendence realm to pass through.

Character Developments

• Dongbo Xueying: He gains knowledge about the world's structure and the value of large-scale worlds. He also learns about the Ocean World Stone and its benefits. He becomes determined to cultivate to the Transcendence realm to leave the Black Wind Divine Palace.

Significant Themes

• The value and danger of knowledge and power.
• The importance of patience and perseverance in cultivation.
• The relationship between the mortal world and Transcendence worlds.

Character Interactions

• Dongbo Xueying interacts with the Golden Ape and the Golden Roc, his Transcendence Alchemy Creatures, who provide him with information and companionship. They express their desire to leave with him once he does.
• Dongbo Xueying reflects on the legacy of Old Ancestor Black Wind and the potential threats from the Sorcerer Temple.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Dongbo Xueying, trapped in the Black Wind Divine Palace, decides to attempt Transcendence through Battle Qi transformation, the safest method.
• He nurtures and polishes his 'Solid Core' to induce a qualitative change, aiming to produce Transcendent Battle Qi.
• Meanwhile, in the outside world, three years pass. Yu Jingqiu, a mage from Changfeng Academy, achieves the Title-level at the age of 28, causing a stir in Anyang Province.
• Dongbo Xueying, after six years, emerges from his seclusion with a new hairstyle and a more transcendent demeanor.

Character Developments

• Dongbo Xueying: He becomes more introspective and patient, adapting to his solitary life in the underground hall. He also notices issues with his spear techniques that he's trying to rectify.
• Yu Jingqiu: She achieves the Title-level at a young age, demonstrating her exceptional talent and dedication to her craft.

Significant Themes

• Patience and Persistence: Dongbo Xueying's six-year seclusion and dedication to improving his spear techniques highlight the importance of patience and persistence in achieving one's goals.
• The Price of Genius: Dongbo Xueying's fall into the Black Wind Abyss serves as a reminder that even prodigious geniuses can face setbacks and challenges.

Character Interactions

• Dongbo Xueying interacts with the Golden Ape, his Transcendence Alchemy Creature, sparring with it to improve his spear techniques.
• Yu Jingqiu interacts with her teacher, discussing her future plans and arrangements.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Dongbo Xueying battles the Golden Ape, realizing the limitations of his current spear technique.
• He spends five days practicing the Heart-Intent Spear Technique, seeking balance and softness.
• Dongbo Xueying grasps the 'Water of All Things' mystery, integrating it into his spear technique.
• He battles the Golden Ape and Golden Roc, demonstrating his evolved spear technique.
• Dongbo Xueying polishes his Battle Qi and Solid Core, achieving a breakthrough in his 'Fire of All Things' mystery.

Character Developments

• Dongbo Xueying: Realizes the flaws in his spear technique, seeks balance, grasps the 'Water of All Things' mystery, and makes a significant breakthrough in his Battle Qi cultivation.

Significant Themes

• Balance and harmony: Dongbo Xueying learns the importance of balancing hardness and softness in his spear technique and cultivation.
• Evolution and growth: He evolves his spear technique and Battle Qi cultivation, demonstrating personal growth.
• The power of introspection: Dongbo Xueying's self-reflection and practice lead to significant advancements in his abilities.

Character Interactions

• Dongbo Xueying and the Golden Ape: They engage in a battle that prompts Dongbo Xueying's introspection and evolution.
• Dongbo Xueying and the Golden Roc: The bird joins the battle, further testing Dongbo Xueying's evolved spear technique.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Dongbo Xueying, trapped in the Black Wind Abyss for six years, suddenly breaks through to become a Transcendence.
• He converts his Battle Qi into Transcendence Battle Qi and undergoes a physical transformation.
• Dongbo Xueying experiences the changes in his body and mind, including enhanced senses and the ability to change his physical form.
• He flies and burrows through the hall, experiencing the freedom of Transcendence movement.
• Dongbo Xueying decides to explore the Black Wind Divine Palace and then return home.

Character Developments

• Dongbo Xueying becomes a Transcendence, gaining enhanced physical abilities, senses, and the power to change his form.
• He experiences joy, excitement, and a sense of freedom upon becoming a Transcendence.

Significant Themes

• Transformation and growth: Dongbo Xueying's physical and mental changes reflect his growth and newfound power.
• Freedom and restraint: His experience of flying and burrowing highlights the freedom of Transcendence movement, contrasting with the restraints of his mortal life.

Character Interactions

• The Golden Ape and the Golden Roc congratulate Dongbo Xueying on becoming a Transcendence, showing their loyalty and support.
• Dongbo Xueying's thoughts of his family and friends back home emphasize his longing for connection and belonging.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Dongbo Xueying explores the Black Wind Divine Palace, discovering a world entrance guarded by a peak Saint-rank Alchemy Creature.
• He decides not to enter the world due to his current weak strength.
• He returns home via a network of underground crevices and a magma river, exiting through Wuya Volcano.

Character Developments

• Dongbo Xueying demonstrates his understanding of the Transcendence world and his strategic thinking by not attempting to enter the dangerous world prematurely.
• The Golden Ape and Golden Roc show loyalty and provide information about the palace and the world entrance.

Significant Themes

• Caution and Patience: Dongbo Xueying exercises restraint and careful consideration before making decisions, highlighting the importance of patience and caution in his journey.
• Power and Strength: The chapter emphasizes the significance of strength in the Transcendence world, with Dongbo Xueying acknowledging his current weakness and the dangers it poses.

Character Interactions

• Dongbo Xueying interacts with the Golden Ape and Golden Roc, learning about the world entrance and the palace's defenses from them.
• Dongbo Xueying tests the Lion Beast sculpture's reaction, demonstrating his curiosity and willingness to explore.
• Dongbo Xueying's return to Snow Stone Mountain shows his attachment to his home and the life he left behind.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Dongbo Xueying returns to Snow Stone Castle after six years, having survived the Black Wind Abyss.
• He finds his younger brother, Qing Shi, studying spells late at night.
• News of Xueying's return spreads quickly, causing joy and celebration among the castle's inhabitants.
• Xueying meets with Zong Ling and Tong San, his uncle-like figures, who express their happiness at his return.
• Si An, the Master of Dragon Mountain Tower in Yi Water City, learns of Xueying's return and sets off immediately to meet him.

Character Developments

• Dongbo Xueying: Returns with a newfound strength (Transcendence), shows concern for his family, and maintains his charismatic and confident demeanor.
• Qing Shi: Has grown taller and more mature, shows diligence in studying spells, and remains loyal to his brother.
• Zong Ling and Tong San: Express their joy and relief at Xueying's return, showing their deep affection for him.
• Si An: Initially surprised and disbelieving, quickly becomes eager to meet Xueying upon learning of his return.

Significant Themes

• Family and brotherly love: Qing Shi's unwavering loyalty and the affection shown by Zong Ling and Tong San highlight the importance of family bonds.
• Perseverance and survival: Xueying's journey through the Black Wind Abyss demonstrates his resilience and determination to live.
• Celebration and joy: The castle's inhabitants express their happiness at Xueying's return, emphasizing the importance of reunions and positive experiences.

Character Interactions

• Dongbo Xueying and Qing Shi: Their reunion is emotional, with Qing Shi hugging Xueying and expressing his disbelief and joy.
• Dongbo Xueying, Zong Ling, and Tong San: They share a heartfelt reunion, with Zong Ling and Tong San expressing their relief and happiness at seeing Xueying alive.
• Si An and Dongbo Xueying: Although they haven't met yet, Si An's eagerness to see Xueying indicates a positive interaction to come.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Dongbo Xueying returns to Snow Stone Castle and is greeted by familiar faces.
• He learns about Ji Rong's involvement with the Evil God and Kong Youyue's departure with Mage Si Chen.
• Tower Master Si An arrives with news that a Transcendence will guide Dongbo Xueying into a Transcendence faction.
• Dongbo Xueying reveals his Transcendence status to Si An and decides to visit the Moyang Clan before returning to await Transcendents.
• He flies to the Thunder Tide Cliff, where he senses his mother's location.

Character Developments

• Dongbo Xueying has grown stronger, stepping into the realm of Transcendence, and is more detached from past relationships.
• Tower Master Si An is overwhelmed by Dongbo Xueying's new status and the magnitude of the situation.

Significant Themes

• The vast gap in status and power between Title-level and Transcendence experts.
• The importance of external resources in cultivation, as seen in Dongbo Xueying's decision to let Transcendence Organizations invite him.

Character Interactions

• Dongbo Xueying interacts with Mage Bai Yuanzhi and Tower Master Si An, revealing his Transcendence status to the latter.
• Dongbo Xueying's thoughts about Kong Youyue and Ji Rong show his emotional growth and detachment from past relationships.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Dongbo Xueying senses his mother's presence and finds her imprisoned in a cave at Thunder Tide Cliff.
• He opens the gate, which is unusually strong, with ease, revealing his mother, Moyang Yu, who is now mortal and in poor health.
• A guard approaches the cave, and Dongbo Xueying's gaze causes him to fall off the cliff in fear.
• Dongbo Xueying washes his mother's hair and serves her Ocean World Stone Spirit Liquid, which begins to heal her mana backlash injuries.

Character Developments

• Dongbo Xueying's power and control over his will are evident as he effortlessly opens the gate and causes the guard to flee with just a glance.
• Moyang Yu is revealed to have suffered a mana backlash due to emotional turmoil and her hasty attempt to reach the Silver Moon Rank after learning about Dongbo Xueying's supposed death.

Significant Themes

• The power of emotion and its impact on one's cultivation and well-being.
• The bond between mother and son, and the lengths they go to for each other.

Character Interactions

• Dongbo Xueying and Moyang Yu reunite, and their emotional reunion is filled with tears and joy.
• Dongbo Xueying shows great care and gentleness towards his mother, washing her hair and serving her healing liquid.
• The guard's fear of Dongbo Xueying demonstrates the power and awe Dongbo Xueying inspires.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Dongbo Xueying, now a Transcendent, returns to Duoyu Prefecture to rescue his parents from the Moyang Clan's imprisonment.
• He effortlessly defeats the guards at Thunder Tide Cliff and rescues his mother, Moyang Yu.
• They head to Dongxiang Lake to rescue his father, Dongbo Xian.

Character Developments

• Dongbo Xueying: He has grown into a powerful Transcendent, capable of manipulating Battle Qi and water at will. He shows mercy to the guards, indicating his maturity and control.
• Moyang Yu: She is overjoyed to see her son and is cured of her soul injuries by the Ocean World Stone Spirit Liquid. She regains her youthful appearance and vitality.

Significant Themes

• Family Reunion: The central theme is the reunion of the Dongbo family after twenty years of separation.
• Power and Mercy: Dongbo Xueying's display of power and mercy highlights the dual nature of his character.
• Transcendence: The Transcendent realm is shown to be vastly superior to the mortal and even the Saint levels, with abilities like flight and powerful energy manipulation.

Character Interactions

• Dongbo Xueying and Moyang Yu: Mother and son reunite, and Dongbo Xueying takes care of his mother, showing his love and concern.
• Dongbo Xueying and the Guards: He shows mercy to the guards, indicating his understanding of the hierarchy and their role in the clan's structure.
• Dongbo Xueying and the Silver Moon Knight: The knight recognizes Dongbo Xueying's power and is both terrified and awestruck, showing the fear and respect that Transcendents command.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Dongbo Xueying, now a Transcendent, arrives at the Dongxiang Lake Alchemy Workshop with his mother, Moyang Yu.
• He easily incapacitates the workshop's defenses, including Silver Moon Knights and mages, with a mere glance.
• Dongbo Xueying reunites with his father, Dongbo Lie, who has been working as a laborer at the workshop for the past twenty years.
• Dongbo Xueying threatens the Moyang Clan, stating that he will destroy it if they do not make amends for their past actions against his parents.
• The workshop's master, Xu Guangqing, and the others decide to relay Dongbo Xueying's message to the Moyang Clan's leader.

Character Developments

• Dongbo Xueying: He has grown into a powerful Transcendent, driven by the desire to protect his parents and seek revenge against those who wronged them.
• Dongbo Lie: Despite his harsh circumstances, Dongbo Lie maintains hope and pride, which is reinvigorated upon learning that his son has become a Transcendent.
• Moyang Yu: She is no longer a crippled, insane person as previously rumored. Instead, she is concerned about the well-being of her relatives in the Moyang Clan.

Significant Themes

• Revenge and Redemption: Dongbo Xueying's primary motivation is to exact revenge on those who harmed his parents, while also seeking redemption for their suffering.
• Power and Fear: Dongbo Xueying's newfound power instills fear in those around him, demonstrating the influence and control that power can wield.
• Family and Loyalty: The bond between Dongbo Xueying, his parents, and their shared history drives the plot and character motivations.

Character Interactions

• Dongbo Xueying and his parents: The reunion between Dongbo Xueying and his parents is emotional and fulfilling, with Dongbo Lie expressing pride in his son's accomplishments.
• Dongbo Xueying and the Moyang Clan: Tensions rise between Dongbo Xueying and the Moyang Clan, as he threatens to destroy them if they do not make amends.
• Dongbo Xueying and the workshop's defenders: Dongbo Xueying effortlessly overpowers the workshop's defenses, showcasing his immense power and instilling fear in those who oppose him.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Moyang Clan, facing imminent danger from Dongbo Xueying's return as a Transcendence, decides to appease him to avoid destruction.
• Moyang Qi, the clan head, orders the arrest and execution of those responsible for Dongbo Xueying's parents' punishment.
• Dongbo Xueying returns to the castle with his parents, reuniting with Zong Ling, Tong San, and Qing Shi.
• Yi Hong, the General Master of the Anyang Province Dragon Mountain Tower, arrives to pay his respects to Dongbo Xueying.

Character Developments

• Moyang Qi: Demonstrates her ruthlessness and willingness to sacrifice clan members to ensure the clan's survival.
• Dongbo Xueying: Shows his power and influence as a Transcendence, instilling fear in the Moyang Clan and reuniting with his family.
• Dongbo Lie and Moyang Yu: Experience a mix of emotions upon returning home, struggling to reconnect with their son and younger brother.
• Qing Shi: Struggles to accept his parents, having lived his entire life without them.

Significant Themes

• Power and Influence: Dongbo Xueying's return as a Transcendence changes the dynamics of the Moyang Clan, instilling fear and prompting appeasement.
• Family and Belonging: The reunion of Dongbo Xueying, his parents, and Qing Shi explores themes of family bonds, belonging, and the challenges of reconnecting after a long separation.

Character Interactions

• Dongbo Xueying and the Moyang Clan: The clan fears and appeases Dongbo Xueying, highlighting the power imbalance between them.
• Dongbo Lie, Moyang Yu, and Qing Shi: The family struggles to reconnect, with Qing Shi finding it particularly difficult to accept his parents.
• Dongbo Xueying and Yi Hong: Yi Hong pays his respects to Dongbo Xueying, acknowledging his power and influence as a Transcendence.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Dongbo Xueying, a recently transcended being, returns home and meets Yi Hong, the head of intelligence for the province.
• Yi Hong reveals the existence of the Saint Ranking and Demigod Ranking, which list the most powerful transcendent beings in the world.
• Dongbo Xueying learns that Chi Qiubai, a fellow human, is the number one Saint and likely to become a Demigod soon.
• He discovers that the Sorcerer Temple's Great Elder, who can transform magic beasts into humans, is considered the most threatening enemy to humans.

Character Developments

• Dongbo Xueying: Shows curiosity and awe in learning about the Saint and Demigod Rankings.
• Yi Hong: Demonstrates his knowledge and impartiality in discussing the rankings and the threat posed by the Sorcerer Temple's Great Elder.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics among transcendent beings.
• The threat posed by the Sorcerer Temple's Great Elder to humanity.
• The rarity and significance of human transcendent beings compared to magic beasts and natives of transcendent worlds.

Character Interactions

• Dongbo Xueying and Yi Hong: Engage in a conversation where Yi Hong shares information about the Saint and Demigod Rankings, revealing the political and power landscape of the transcendent world.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The chapter discusses the six major human transcendent organizations and the Demon God Society.
• Dongbo Xueying, now a transcendent, is being courted by these organizations.
• Yi Hong, a Title-level expert, explains the organizations' backgrounds, strengths, and territories to Dongbo Xueying.
• Dongbo Xueying is informed that joining a major organization could grant his family significant influence and territory.
• Yi Hong hints that the first Marquis title of the Dongbo Clan will likely go to Dongbo Xueying's father.
• An unknown, powerful transcendent visits Dongbo Xueying late at night, hinting at potential trouble or an offer.

Character Developments

• Dongbo Xueying: Becomes a transcendent, is courted by major organizations, and is now aware of the political landscape and his family's potential influence.
• Yi Hong: Reveals his knowledge of the transcendent world's politics and his understanding of Dongbo Xueying's potential.
• Unknown Transcendent: Introduced as a powerful, potentially dangerous figure with a keen interest in Dongbo Xueying.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and politics among transcendent organizations.
• The influence of transcendent beings on the mortal world.
• The potential benefits and drawbacks of joining a major organization.

Character Interactions

• Dongbo Xueying and Yi Hong: Yi Hong provides Dongbo Xueying with crucial information about the transcendent world and his family's potential, while Dongbo Xueying listens and considers his options.
• Dongbo Xueying and the Unknown Transcendent: The unknown transcendent's late-night visit suggests a potential interaction or offer, hinting at future developments.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Dongbo Xueying encounters a mysterious half-bald man with an indistinct aura.
• The man reveals he's a peak Saint Level expert, over 800 years old, and has reached the peak of the Saint Level.
• The man, Tu Liang, offers Dongbo Xueying a position in the Blood Blade Tavern, increasing the benefits by 50% due to Dongbo's exceptional comprehension of Profound Mysteries.
• Tu Liang leaves, sensing the presence of another expert, the Temple Knight.

Character Developments

• Dongbo Xueying: Realizes the vast gap between him and peak Saint Level experts, understands the limitations of his Primordial Bloodline, and is offered a position in the Blood Blade Tavern.
• Tu Liang: Reveals his identity as the 10th on the Saint Ranking, the Dark Night Blade Demon, and demonstrates his power without using any Profound Mysteries or True Meanings.

Significant Themes

• The vast disparity in strength between lower and higher realms of cultivation.
• The limitations and potential of Primordial Bloodlines.
• The allure and benefits of joining powerful organizations like the Blood Blade Tavern.

Character Interactions

• Dongbo Xueying and Tu Liang: Engage in a brief, non-lethal sparring session, with Tu Liang suppressing his strength to match Dongbo's level. Tu Liang then offers Dongbo a position in the Blood Blade Tavern.
• Tu Liang and the Temple Knight: Tu Liang senses the Temple Knight's presence and decides to leave, anticipating the Temple Knight's arrival.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Water God Knight Wen Liang of the Earth Temple visits Dongbo Xueying, offering high rewards including God-level secret arts and Source Stones.
• The next day, Changfeng Knight Chi Qiubai and Zuoqiu Knight Tan Shi from the Water Source Taoist Temple and Sea God Palace arrive, also offering substantial rewards.
• Representatives from Cloud Mist City and Black and White Mountain, both Saint Ranking experts, also visit Dongbo Xueying.

Character Developments

• Dongbo Xueying shows no interest in joining any organization due to their strict rules, valuing freedom over resources.
• Chi Qiubai and Tan Shi recognize Dongbo Xueying's potential and encourage him to reach the Saint Level.
• Yi Hong, the General Tower Master, reveals that all six major Transcendence Organizations value Dongbo Xueying highly.

Significant Themes

• Freedom vs. constraints: Dongbo Xueying values his independence and is unwilling to join organizations with many rules.
• Potential and expectations: All visiting experts recognize Dongbo Xueying's potential and expect him to reach the Saint Level.
• Rewards and incentives: Each organization offers high rewards, including God-level secret arts and Source Stones, to entice Dongbo Xueying to join them.

Character Interactions

• Dongbo Xueying interacts with several Saint Ranking experts, including Wen Liang, Chi Qiubai, and Tan Shi.
• Chi Qiubai and Tan Shi display camaraderie and friendly competition, both wanting Dongbo Xueying to join their respective organizations.
• Yi Hong provides information and guidance to Dongbo Xueying regarding the visiting experts and their organizations.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Dongbo Xueying decides to join the Water Source Taoist Temple.
• Chi Qiubai and Tan Shi visit Snow Stone Castle to protect Dongbo Xueying.
• Dongbo Xueying receives communication bracelets from Chi Qiubai.
• Chi Qiubai and Tan Shi leave, and Yi Hong offers Dragon Mountain Tower's support to Dongbo Xueying.

Character Developments

• Dongbo Xueying shows maturity and decisiveness in choosing a Transcendent organization.
• Chi Qiubai and Tan Shi demonstrate their power and influence as top Transcendents.
• Yi Hong shows loyalty and eagerness to serve Dongbo Xueying.

Significant Themes

• The power and influence of the Six Great Transcendence Organizations.
• The importance of communication and connection in the Transcendent world.
• The dangers and isolation of entering other Transcendent worlds.

Character Interactions

• Dongbo Xueying interacts with Chi Qiubai and Tan Shi, showing respect but also a growing familiarity.
• Dongbo Xueying and Yi Hong discuss the governance of Qinghe Prefecture, with Yi Hong offering support.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Dongbo Xueying, now a Transcendence, takes over Qinghe Prefecture with the help of Dragon Mountain Tower, ousting the Si Family from power.
• The Si Family's influence is removed from the City Lord's position, City Guard Army, and even the Empire Alchemy Workshop, where Si Chen and Kong Youyue are expelled.
• Dongbo Xueying gifts his family a large quantity of Transcendence Spirit Liquid to aid in their cultivation and longevity.

Character Developments

• Dongbo Xueying: Becomes the first Marquis of a thousand-year Transcendence clan, using his power to take over Qinghe Prefecture and secure his family's future.
• Si Chen: Despite being a genius mage, is expelled from the Empire Alchemy Workshop due to his connection with the Si Family.
• Kong Youyue: Also expelled from the Empire Alchemy Workshop, leaving her uncertain about her future cultivation prospects.

Significant Themes

• The power of Transcendents and their influence over the mortal world.
• The consequences of being associated with a fallen power (the Si Family).
• The importance of family and securing their future.

Character Interactions

• Dongbo Xueying interacts with his family, sharing his plans for Qinghe Prefecture and gifting them Transcendence Spirit Liquid.
• Si Chen and Kong Youyue are expelled from the Empire Alchemy Workshop, highlighting the loss of the Si Family's influence and their uncertain futures.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Dongbo Xueying's Transcendence is announced, causing a stir in Qinghe Prefecture and the Longshan Empire.
• Si Lianghong and other Title-level Knights and Mages from Qinghe Prefecture visit Snow Stone Castle to pay respects to Dongbo Xueying and offer their assistance.
• Dongbo Xueying decides to let nature take its course regarding Kong Youyue's fate.
• Qing Shi expresses his desire to attend Changfeng Academy, and Dongbo Xueying agrees to arrange a Transcendence Mage as his teacher.
• Dongbo Lie and his wife learn about Qing Shi's plans and accept it reluctantly.
• Moyang Qi leads a group of Moyang Clan elders and elites to Snow Stone Castle to meet Dongbo Xueying.

Character Developments

• Dongbo Xueying: Becomes a Transcendence, shows wisdom and maturity in handling Kong Youyue's situation, and supports Qing Shi's desire to attend Changfeng Academy.
• Qing Shi: Realizes the importance of personal strength and expresses his desire to learn from a Transcendence Mage at Changfeng Academy.
• Dongbo Lie and his wife: Accept their sons' decisions to leave, understanding the benefits but feeling reluctant about the separation.
• Moyang Qi: Shows determination and nervousness as she leads her clan to meet Dongbo Xueying, understanding the crucial nature of this meeting for the Moyang Clan's future.

Significant Themes

• The power and influence of Transcendences in society.
• The importance of personal strength and continuous learning.
• The struggle between family bonds and personal growth.
• The weight of responsibility and the fear of failure.

Character Interactions

• Dongbo Xueying and Si Lianghong: A respectful and formal interaction, with Si Lianghong showing deference to Dongbo Xueying's status as a Transcendence.
• Dongbo Xueying and Qing Shi: A supportive and understanding brotherly relationship, with Dongbo Xueying encouraging Qing Shi's desire to learn and grow.
• Dongbo Lie, his wife, and their sons: A loving and supportive family dynamic, with the parents accepting their sons' decisions despite their reluctance.
• Moyang Qi and her clan members: A determined and nervous group, united in their goal to secure their clan's future by meeting with Dongbo Xueying.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Moyang Clan apologizes and offers compensation to Dongbo Xueying's family, including executing and sentencing clan members and handing over ten million gold coins.
• Dongbo Xueying decides to leave for the Transcendent Gathering, despite his family's reluctance.
• He departs after lunch, with his family seeing him off.

Character Developments

• Dongbo Xueying: He becomes more determined to pursue Transcendence, driven by his personal goals and desire to protect his family's status.
• Moyang Yu: She struggles with the Moyang Clan's actions but ultimately accepts them to protect her son.
• Qing Shi: He expresses his desire to become a Transcendent like his brother.

Significant Themes

• The ruthless nature of great clans and the consequences of internal strife.
• The pursuit of power and status in the path of Transcendence.
• The importance of family and the desire to protect them.

Character Interactions

• Dongbo Xueying interacts with his family, expressing his determination to leave and his support for Qing Shi's aspirations.
• The Moyang Clan elders interact with Dongbo Xueying's family, apologizing and offering compensation.
• Dongbo Xueying's family sees him off, expressing their reluctance to part with him.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Dongbo Xueying flies north to the Water Source Taoist Temple, covering 120,000 miles.
• He encounters a herd of Snowfield White-Haired Elephants, unique to the Great Snowfield.
• Upon arrival, he meets Senior Dragon and Senior Sparrow, artifact spirits of the temple.
• Dongbo Xueying collects 600 catties of Source Stones and chooses a Battle Qi cultivation method.
• He decides between Starfire Battle Qi and Fire Dragon Battle Qi, choosing the former.

Character Developments

• Dongbo Xueying demonstrates his high-speed flight and observational skills.
• Gongliang Yuan, a Saint-level cultivator, guides Dongbo Xueying and shares insights about the temple and Transcendents.

Significant Themes

• The importance of resources (Source Stones) for cultivation and the risks involved in obtaining them.
• The role of Battle Qi cultivation methods in guiding one's progress towards deityhood.
• The significance of choosing the right weapon and secret art for enhancing one's strength.

Character Interactions

• Dongbo Xueying interacts with Senior Dragon and Senior Sparrow, artifact spirits of the temple.
• He is guided by Gongliang Yuan, who shares valuable insights about the temple and Transcendents.
• Dongbo Xueying chooses his Battle Qi cultivation method with Gongliang Yuan's assistance.