Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhao Manyun's friends arrive at her home for the Lunar New Year.
• Zhao Cheng briefly observes and analyzes the visitors, including a couple (Zhu Ziqian & Sun Caixi), a potential love triangle (Chen Zhishen, Wang Yunyan, and Feng Zihua), and a troublemaker (Feng Zihua).
• The group plans to watch a movie together, but Zhao Manyun and Zhao Dong decide not to join due to their unfamiliarity with the visitors.
• Feng Zihua expresses interest in the hot spring, and Wang Yunyan becomes infatuated with Zhao Cheng after seeing him in the courtyard.

Character Developments

• Zhao Cheng: Demonstrates exceptional observational skills and analytical abilities, comparing himself to a private investigator.
• Wang Yunyan: Shows superficial tendencies, falling in love at first sight with Zhao Cheng due to his appearance.
• Zhao Manyun: Recognizes the vast difference between Zhao Cheng's and Wang Yunyan's worlds, making her doubt Wang Yunyan's chances with Zhao Cheng.

Significant Themes

• Superficiality vs. Depth: Wang Yunyan's focus on appearance contrasts with Zhao Cheng's cultivation of inner strength and Zhao Manyun's understanding of their differences.
• Love at First Sight: Wang Yunyan's immediate infatuation with Zhao Cheng highlights the theme of instant attraction versus deeper connections.

Character Interactions

• Zhao Cheng briefly interacts with the visitors but pays little mind to them.
• Wang Yunyan and Zhao Manyun discuss Zhao Cheng, with Wang Yunyan expressing her admiration and Zhao Manyun cautioning her about the differences between them.
• The visitors' dynamics are hinted at, with a potential love triangle and troublemaker among them.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhao Xiaoxiang, Zhao Xiuxiu, and their friends arrive at Zhao Cheng's place on the first day of the Lunar New Year.
• The group decides to watch 'Shang Tragedy' at the local cinema.
• In the movie, a young hero's rise and fall parallel his own life, and he meets a stunning swordswoman, mirroring Zhao Cheng's feelings for Zhao Xiuxiu.
• The movie ends with a modern-day scene featuring Zhao Xiaoxiang as an extra.

Character Developments

• Zhao Xiaoxiang: Becomes smug and proud after seeing herself on screen.
• Chen Zhishen: Develops feelings for Zhao Xiuxiu, shifting his affections from Wang Yunyan.
• Wang Yunyan: Feels unhappy about Chen Zhishen's change of affections.

Significant Themes

• The impermanence of power and the rise and fall of dynasties.
• The importance of temperament over physical appearance.

Character Interactions

• Feng Zihua tries to ease tension between Wang Yunyan and Chen Zhishen by praising Zhao Xiuxiu's temperament.
• Zhao Manyun neither confirms nor denies Zhao Xiaoxiang's single status to potentially discourage Wang Yunyan's interest in Chen Zhishen.
• Zhao Xiaoxiang shows off her appearance in the movie to her friends.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhao Xiaoxiang appears as an extra in a movie and boasts about it.
• It's revealed that Zhao Cheng also appears in the movie, playing a significant role.
• Zhao Xiaoxiang claims she acted opposite Li Huang'er, not Zhao Cheng.
• The group discusses the mysterious identity of Zhao Cheng.

Character Developments

• Zhao Xiaoxiang: Shows off her acting debut, displays a competitive nature.
• Zhao Cheng: Remains calm and collected, subtly counters Zhao Xiaoxiang's boasting.
• Zhao Dong: Feels jealous of Zhao Xiaoxiang's opportunity and Zhao Cheng's rise.
• Li Liuqing: Envious of Li Huang'er's co-star, expresses jealousy over Zhao Cheng's role.

Significant Themes

• Ambition and competition (Zhao Xiaoxiang, Zhao Dong)
• Humility and composure (Zhao Cheng)
• Envy and jealousy (Li Liuqing, Zhao Dong)

Character Interactions

• Zhao Xiaoxiang and Zhao Cheng: Competitive, with Zhao Xiaoxiang trying to outshine Zhao Cheng.
• Zhao Dong and Zhao Xiaoxiang: Rivals, with Zhao Dong feeling jealous of Zhao Xiaoxiang's opportunity.
• Li Liuqing and Zhao Cheng: Li Liuqing expresses jealousy over Zhao Cheng's role in the movie.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhao family watches a movie and has dinner together.
• Zhao Cheng reflects on historical events and sword arts, particularly the "Heaven" faction and the "War of Heaven and Man."
• Zhao Cheng enters the Yuan Nourishing realm in his Acupoint System, experiencing Essence Yuan for the first time.
• Zhao Cheng's body grows in the simulation world, reaching 1.9 meters in height and becoming more muscular.

Character Developments

• Zhao Xiaoxiang: Experiences a post-excitement slump after the movie.
• Zhao Cheng: Deepens his understanding of history and sword arts, makes significant progress in his cultivation, and grows physically in the simulation world.

Significant Themes

• The cyclical nature of emotions and life.
• The evolution of sword arts and the power dynamics between humans and transcendent beings.
• The importance of sincerity and dedication in cultivation.

Character Interactions

• Zhao Cheng and Zhao Xiaoxiang: Their emotional states contrast, with Zhao Xiaoxiang feeling listless and Zhao Cheng maintaining stability.
• Zhao Cheng and his parents: They return to Xiangnan together, but Zhao Cheng remains focused on his sword practice.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhao Cheng practices both the reality system and the Acupoint System simultaneously, reaping benefits from both.
• He estimates the power levels of various tiers in both systems.
• Zhao Cheng completes the Perfect Being template, enhancing his physical prowess and learning speed.
• He starts school, and on the first day, completes the Perfect Being template.

Character Developments

• Zhao Cheng becomes stronger and more balanced physically, with enhanced learning abilities.
• He continues to improve his swordsmanship and Acupoint System cultivation.

Significant Themes

• The importance of balance in attributes and skills.
• The role of the subconscious in physical control and mastery.
• The distinction between learning and creating in swordsmanship.

Character Interactions

• No significant interactions mentioned in this chapter.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Winter break ends, and students return to Qingyuan.
• The school forum shifts from discussing the Shang Tragedy to lighter topics.
• Zhao Cheng completes his winter break homework effortlessly.
• The Qingyuan Sword Trial begins, and Zhao Cheng's skill remains unmatched.
• Zhao Cheng reflects on the transient nature of talent in small places.
• In the Kendo Class, students show varied progress, mirroring life's unpredictability.
• Zhao Cheng's Four Calamities Heaven-Reaching Sword reaches Lv20, triggering a resonance and advancing him to the Martial Artist realm.

Character Developments

• Zhao Cheng maintains his exceptional swordsmanship and grows in mental strength.
• He reflects on the transient nature of talent and the importance of focus.
• Zhao Cheng advances to the Martial Artist realm, demonstrating significant growth in power.

Significant Themes

• The transient nature of talent and success.
• The importance of focus and dedication in personal growth.
• The power of extraordinary effort and skill (Zhao Cheng's acupoints' strength).

Character Interactions

• Zhao Cheng's thoughts briefly drift to Zhao Dong's words about the student president, but he dismisses them.
• No significant interactions with other characters occur in this chapter.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhao Cheng, now a Martial Artist, revisits Moyun University and the Martial Arts Hall where the Fist Technique Master resides.
• He engages the Fist Technique Master in a battle, using his perfected swordsmanship and divine art.
• The Fist Technique Master, despite its life level falling to blue quality, remains a formidable opponent with its Golden Body.

Character Developments

• Zhao Cheng has grown significantly in strength, confidence, and swordsmanship, no longer fearing the Fist Technique Master as he once did.
• The Fist Technique Master, despite its reduced life level, still poses a considerable threat, demonstrating its combat instincts and adaptability.

Significant Themes

• Growth and Evolution: Zhao Cheng's journey from a weakling to a powerful Martial Artist showcases his personal growth and evolution.
• Power and Confidence: Zhao Cheng's increased power brings him confidence in his abilities, changing his approach to combat.
• Adaptability: The Fist Technique Master's ability to adapt and change its combat style mid-battle highlights the importance of adaptability in combat.

Character Interactions

• The interaction between Zhao Cheng and the Fist Technique Master is one of pure combat, with no dialogue exchanged. Their battle serves as a testament to Zhao Cheng's growth and the Fist Technique Master's enduring power.

Zhao Cheng faces off against the Fist Technique Master, a powerful monster resurrected from a Martial Overlord. Key events include:

1. Sword vs. Fist: Zhao Cheng attempts to pierce the opponent's skull with Void Kalpa, but the Fist Technique Master blocks it with his palms. Despite the block, the sword still inflicts significant damage.
2. Counterattack: The Fist Technique Master counters with a powerful kick, but Zhao Cheng uses his Thunderclap Sword technique to evade and press the attack.
3. Spirit Manifestation: The Fist Technique Master manifests his spirit and projects Qi outside his body, using Gang Qi to temporarily block Zhao Cheng's sword.
4. Ultimate Move: The Fist Technique Master unleashes his ultimate Killing Move, Heavenly Gang Earth-Annihilation, a storm of punches that threaten to overwhelm Zhao Cheng.
5. Zhao Cheng's Response: Zhao Cheng responds with a series of Limit Break sword strikes, enhanced by various special effects. Despite the intense strain on his body, he refuses to retreat.
6. Victory: Zhao Cheng lands a final, decisive strike with Void Kalpa, defeating the Fist Technique Master. However, both Zhao Cheng and Void Kalpa are severely damaged.

Character Development

• Zhao Cheng demonstrates his growth in power and technique, facing a formidable opponent head-on and emerging victorious.
• The Fist Technique Master, despite being a resurrected living corpse, shows remnants of his martial prowess in life, pushing Zhao Cheng to his limits.

Significant Themes

• The clash between power and technique, with Zhao Cheng's hybrid system allowing him to excel in both.
• The concept of Rigidity Extreme, with Zhao Cheng choosing to face his opponent directly rather than relying on devious tactics.

Character Interactions

• The battle between Zhao Cheng and the Fist Technique Master is intense and one-sided, with Zhao Cheng ultimately prevailing despite severe injuries.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhao Cheng opens a treasure chest, obtaining simulation points and Starfire Embers.
• He decides to save for and purchase the 'Ladder of God' item to modify his genes.
• He upgrades his 'Sword Affinity' trait and plans to raise his swordsmanship levels.
• In a simulation, he defeats multiple monsters, including the Fist Technique Master, earning a significant number of simulation points.
• He obtains the 'Diary of the Lost One' and the 'Yellow Sprout Great Elixir' from a treasure chest.

Character Developments

• Zhao Cheng grows stronger, extending his time in simulations and increasing his farming efficiency.
• He becomes more strategic in his monster-fighting approach, prioritizing safety and planning for future challenges.

Significant Themes

• The pursuit of strength and power.
• The importance of patience and planning in achieving long-term goals.
• The potential consequences of relying on external factors (like princesses) for growth.

Character Interactions

• Zhao Cheng interacts with various monsters in the simulation, testing his skills and strategies.
• The 'Diary of the Lost One' introduces a branching narrative involving Void Kalpa, presenting different routes for her development.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lu Qing, at five, questions his master about the Sovereign, leading to his lifelong introspection about power and authority.
• At 24, Lu Qing becomes the top scholar in the imperial examinations and enters the Hanlin Academy. He is then sent to Flying Horse County as a county magistrate.
• Lu Qing discovers the county's wealth disparity and the suffering of the common people, realizing the truth about the Great Yu Dynasty's decline.
• He struggles to implement policies for the people, facing resistance from local gentry and officials.
• Lu Qing witnesses the brutal punishment of Grand Tutor Li for his remonstration, losing his initial idealism but not his resolve.
• Lu Qing returns to the imperial court, rises through ranks, and forms alliances, blending in with corrupt officials to gain power and influence.

Character Developments

• Lu Qing evolves from an idealistic young scholar to a pragmatic and strategic politician, driven by his desire to change the system from within.
• Lu Qing's teacher, the Great Yu Sub-Sage, remains a significant influence on Lu Qing's path and beliefs.

Significant Themes

• Power and Corruption: The abuse of power and the corrupting influence of politics are central themes, as Lu Qing grapples with the reality of the Great Yu Dynasty's decline.
• Idealism vs. Pragmatism: Lu Qing's journey explores the tension between idealism and pragmatism, as he learns to navigate the political landscape without compromising his principles.
• The Path to Sagehood: Lu Qing's cultivation of the 'Qi of the Sage Path' and his teacher's belief in his potential to become the next Sage after Sage Sun highlight the theme of personal growth and enlightenment.

Character Interactions

• Lu Qing's interactions with his master, his teacher, and other officials shape his worldview and drive his actions.
• Lu Qing's struggle against local gentry and officials in Flying Horse County highlights the resistance he faces in implementing change.
• Lu Qing's alliance-building in the imperial court demonstrates his strategic thinking and willingness to work with others to achieve his goals.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lu Qing, after years of political maneuvering, ascends to the peak of Great Yu's political arena, but faces a barbarian invasion.
• Great Yu loses half its territory, and Lu Qing takes command of the military, successfully reclaiming lost lands.
• Lu Qing receives an imperial decree to halt his campaign, fearing Lu Qing's growing power. Lu Qing withdraws to prove his loyalty.
• The emperor poisons Lu Qing at a victory banquet, and despite hesitation, Lu Qing dies, realizing his path was flawed.

Character Developments

• Lu Qing: Initially a political strategist, he becomes a capable military leader. His loyalty to the sovereign remains unwavering until his death.
• The Emperor: Initially wary of Lu Qing's power, he ultimately sees Lu Qing as a threat and orders his death.

Significant Themes

• Loyalty vs. Ambition: Lu Qing's unwavering loyalty to the sovereign contrasts with his growing power and ambition.
• The Price of Power: Lu Qing's rise to power brings both admiration and fear, ultimately leading to his downfall.
• The Flaws of Human Nature: Both Lu Qing and the Emperor are driven by their own interests, leading to tragic consequences.

Character Interactions

• Lu Qing and the Emperor: Their relationship evolves from one of mutual respect to one of fear and betrayal.
• Lu Qing and the Barbarians: Lu Qing successfully leads the military against the barbarian invasion, but his loyalty to the sovereign prevents him from fully defeating them.
• Lu Qing and the Court: Lu Qing's partisans fill the court, but his death leaves it leaderless and vulnerable.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhao Cheng uses Lu Qing's Starfire Ember to travel back in time, arriving at a moment of profound significance in Lu Qing's life.
• He finds Lu Qing surrounded by experts in a palace, poisoned and weakened, with the Emperor having fled.
• Zhao Cheng experiences Lu Qing's Sage Path, which allows him to grasp the essence of things and absorb Lu Qing's scholarly knowledge.

Character Developments

• Zhao Cheng: Experiences Lu Qing's Sage Path, gains profound insights into scholarship, and his Martial Wisdom skills improve significantly.
• Lu Qing: Not physically present, but his past experiences and wisdom are absorbed by Zhao Cheng.
• The Emperor: Flees the scene, demonstrating cowardice and lack of heroism.

Significant Themes

• The power and subtlety of the Sage Path, which allows one to grasp the essence of things without specific practice.
• The fusion of scholarship and the Martial Path, with profound thinking leading to wisdom.
• The brevity of life and the regret of heroes who die before reaching their full potential.

Character Interactions

• Zhao Cheng experiences Lu Qing's life and wisdom, essentially interacting with Lu Qing's past self.
• The experts surrounding Lu Qing (Zhao Cheng) show caution and fear, respecting his vitality and potential danger.
• The Emperor's cowardice contrasts with Lu Qing's (Zhao Cheng's) majestic aura and determination.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhao Cheng, having absorbed Lu Qing's wisdom, gains profound insights and understands the true essence of 'No Bounds'.
• He demonstrates his newfound power by wielding Void Kalpa, a sword that manifests from nothingness, and cleaves the Heaven and Earth Great Shift.
• Six powerful experts, including Basita (a Living Buddha from the Great Grasslands), join forces to attack Zhao Cheng, but he holds his ground, suppressing them with his sword.
• Zhao Cheng defeats Basita with a single strike, killing him despite the combined efforts of the other experts to protect him.

Character Developments

• Zhao Cheng: Absorbs Lu Qing's wisdom, gains new insights, and understands how to fully utilize 'No Bounds', demonstrating immense growth in power and understanding.
• Basita: Dies at the hands of Zhao Cheng, showcasing the power gap between them.

Significant Themes

• The limits of knowledge and wisdom within a specific era.
• The power of understanding and correctly utilizing one's abilities.
• The illusory nature of 'reason' and the concept of 'unreasonable' power.

Character Interactions

• Zhao Cheng vs. Six Experts: Zhao Cheng demonstrates his newfound power and dominance, suppressing and defeating the six experts, including Basita.
• Basita and the Experts: They attempt to protect Basita but ultimately fail, highlighting their lack of unity and willingness to sacrifice for each other.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhao Cheng, using the Qi of the Sage Path and Void Kalpa, defeats six powerful martial artists sent by the Emperor to assassinate him.
• He recites verses from Lu Qing's life, reflecting on his past arrogance and triumph.
• Zhao Cheng pursues and eliminates the remaining assassins, leaving only the Emperor's last loyal servant.

Character Developments

• Zhao Cheng's power and skill are further emphasized as he overcomes formidable opponents despite being poisoned.
• The remaining assassins develop a growing fear and desperation as their numbers dwindle.
• The Emperor's last loyal servant becomes increasingly terrified and desperate to escape.

Significant Themes

• The power of the Qi of the Sage Path and the True Self Spirit.
• The contrast between Zhao Cheng's past arrogance and his current humility.
• The desperation and futility of the Emperor's attempts to assassinate Zhao Cheng.

Character Interactions

• Zhao Cheng's mental and physical prowess allow him to outmatch and outmaneuver his enemies.
• The remaining assassins attempt to flee but are ultimately no match for Zhao Cheng's power.
• The Emperor's last loyal servant is both terrified and desperate in the face of Zhao Cheng's relentless pursuit.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhao Cheng, as Lu Qing, kills the emperor after being deceived by him.
• Zhao Cheng enters the imperial palace's secret treasury, finding numerous martial arts manuals.
• He spends eight hours contemplating and deducing various fist techniques, consuming Lu Qing's essence, Qi, and spirit.
• Lu Qing's body withers, and Zhao Cheng returns after the vessel dies in the fifth hour.

Character Developments

• Zhao Cheng's mental capabilities and understanding of martial arts significantly improve.
• Lu Qing's body is severely weakened and eventually dies.

Significant Themes

• The decline of imperial power over generations.
• The importance of martial arts knowledge and understanding in cultivation.
• The consumption and replenishment of essence, Qi, and spirit.

Character Interactions

• Zhao Cheng interacts with the emperor briefly before killing him.
• There's no significant interaction with other characters in this chapter.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhao Cheng's mental world improves significantly, increasing his combat power and the efficiency of accumulating special power.
• He decides to hoard power to temporarily boost his Martial Wisdom for deducing the Four Calamities Heaven-Reaching Sword.
• He obtains a Treasure Chest and Starfire Embers from the Demon Fist General in a simulation.
• Zhao Cheng's increased charm and scholarly aura attract more attention from his classmates.

Character Developments

• Zhao Cheng becomes more knowledgeable in classical language and literature due to Lu Qing's wisdom, but still struggles with reading comprehension in exams.
• He realizes that his increased charm and affection from others are superficial and not based on genuine understanding.

Significant Themes

• The importance of genuine understanding and connection in relationships, versus superficial attraction.
• The value of knowledge and learning in personal growth and cultivation.

Character Interactions

• Zhao Cheng interacts with his classmates, including Zhou Yu, who is envious of his literary talent and academic achievements.
• He receives more love letters due to his increased charm but remains unimpressed by the superficial affection.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhao Cheng visits Wu Nian on a Saturday morning.
• He encounters Li Qingmeng, who invites him for tea after his meeting with Wu Nian.
• Upon entering Wu Nian's house, Zhao Cheng instinctively reacts to an unknown presence, revealing a hidden individual.

Character Developments

• Zhao Cheng demonstrates his powerful mental strength and acute senses, reacting to a concealed presence.
• Li Qingmeng shows unexpected nervousness and invites Zhao Cheng for tea, out of character for her usual composure.
• Wang Zizai, Wu Nian's friend, is revealed to have extraordinary sensory distortion abilities.

Significant Themes

• The theme of hidden or concealed aspects is emphasized, with Wang Zizai's presence going unnoticed until the last moment and Li Qingmeng's unusual behavior.
• The power of mental strength and senses is highlighted through Zhao Cheng's reaction.

Character Interactions

• Zhao Cheng and Li Qingmeng have a brief, awkward interaction, with Li Qingmeng inviting him for tea.
• Wu Nian scolds Wang Zizai for bullying his student and for his unexpected presence.
• Zhao Cheng and Wang Zizai have their first encounter, with Zhao Cheng reacting to Wang Zizai's presence.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wang Zizai, a wanted man and a half-Sword Saint, meets Wu Nian, his old friend, and Zhao Cheng, Wu Nian's student.
• Wang Zizai uses his Sword Soul to distort Wu Nian's perception as a joke, revealing his extraordinary realm.
• Wu Nian, initially angered, plays along, and they continue their meal together.
• Wang Zizai confesses he hasn't fully attained the Sword Saint rank yet but expects no supreme experts to bother him.
• He reveals he returned to see his late wife's daughter and regrets not being able to extend his wife's life with his powers.

Character Developments

• Wang Zizai: Reveals his half-Sword Saint status, shows a playful and carefree personality, and expresses regret over his wife's death.
• Wu Nian: Initially upset by Wang Zizai's prank, he plays along, showing his easy-going nature and deep friendship with Wang Zizai.
• Zhao Cheng: Realizes Wang Zizai's extraordinary abilities and learns about the Sword Saint realm, also understanding the concept of reconstructing one's innate constitution.

Significant Themes

• Friendship: The deep bond between Wu Nian and Wang Zizai, despite Wang Zizai's wanted status and recent revelation of his power.
• Power and Responsibility: Wang Zizai's regret over not being able to save his wife, highlighting the limitations of power and the importance of timing.
• Perception and Truth: Wang Zizai's use of his Sword Soul to distort Wu Nian's perception, challenging the nature of reality and truth.

Character Interactions

• Wang Zizai and Wu Nian: Their friendly banter and easy-going dynamic, despite the seriousness of their conversation.
• Zhao Cheng and Wang Zizai: Zhao Cheng observes Wang Zizai's abilities and learns from him, showing respect and admiration.
• Wu Nian and Zhao Cheng: Wu Nian introduces Zhao Cheng to Wang Zizai, showing trust in both parties and facilitating their interaction.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wang Zizai shares his experiences overseas, hinting at a violent and chaotic era.
• Wang Zizai advises Zhao Cheng to visit him overseas to gain real-life battle experience.
• Wu Nian reveals his intention for the meeting: to have Wang Zizai teach Zhao Cheng genuine sword skills.

Character Developments

• Wang Zizai: Reveals his Sage Path was built on countless lives, emphasizing the need for chaos to create opportunity.
• Zhao Cheng: Shows curiosity about modern warfare and openness to learning from Wang Zizai.
• Wu Nian: Demonstrates his strategic thinking in arranging the meeting to benefit Zhao Cheng and forge a bond with Wang Zizai.

Significant Themes

• The necessity of chaos and conflict for growth and enlightenment in the cultivation world.
• The importance of real-life experience and witnessing events firsthand for personal growth.
• The value of mentorship and forging connections in the cultivation world.

Character Interactions

• Wang Zizai and Zhao Cheng: Wang Zizai shares his insights about the Heavenly and Human paths, while Zhao Cheng shows interest in learning from him.
• Wu Nian and Wang Zizai: Wu Nian reveals his intention to have Wang Zizai teach Zhao Cheng, hoping to forge a bond between them.
• Wu Nian and Zhao Cheng: Wu Nian shows his care for Zhao Cheng's growth by arranging this meeting.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wang Zizai refuses to teach Zhao Cheng swordsmanship, instead offering his divine ability 'Seven Kills' for inheritance.
• Zhao Cheng enters Wang Zizai's Heart Image World, a realm where he must kill all living beings to repay heaven's grace and inherit the ability.
• After inheriting 'Seven Kills', Zhao Cheng returns to reality, having spent only a few minutes in the Heart Image World.
• Wu Nian explains that a Sage's Heart Image World can pause time and that a Sage is considered a Legend in some parts of the world.

Character Developments

• Wang Zizai: Reveals his immense power as a Sage, demonstrating his Heart Image World and the divine ability 'Seven Kills'.
• Zhao Cheng: Inherits 'Seven Kills', showing his ability to withstand the brutal and cruel inheritance process, and gains a new divine ability.
• Wu Nian: Shows his knowledge of Sage terminology and reveals that he has not yet achieved Image Entry despite his age.

Significant Themes

• The power and danger of a Sage's Heart Image World.
• The brutal and cruel nature of the 'Seven Kills' inheritance.
• The vast difference in power between a Sword Saint and a Sword Master.

Character Interactions

• Wang Zizai and Zhao Cheng: Wang Zizai offers his inheritance to Zhao Cheng, who successfully inherits 'Seven Kills'.
• Wang Zizai and Wu Nian: They discuss Zhao Cheng's potential and Wu Nian's plans for achieving Image Entry. Wang Zizai teases Wu Nian about his future death and incense burning.