Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• The chapter introduces the unique status and influence of the principal of Qingshan University, one of the top-tier universities in Yanhuang.
• Students at Qingshan are highly attentive to the principal's actions, hoping to gain favor and future benefits.
• Zhao Cheng arrives at the university and observes the strict rules and disciplined environment, contrasting it with his previous experiences.

Character Developments

• Zhao Cheng: He shows curiosity and thoughtfulness as he observes the university, indicating his growth and adaptability.
• Zhou Yanxi (Principal): Though not directly present, his reputation and influence are established, showing his high standing and importance.

Significant Themes

• Discipline and order: The strict rules and regulations at Qingshan University emphasize the importance of discipline for achieving greatness.
• Opportunity and advantage: Students seek opportunities to gain favor with the principal, highlighting the theme of seizing chances for future benefits.

Character Interactions

• Zhao Cheng and Zhou Yanxi: Though they haven't interacted yet, their relationship is established as student and principal, with Zhao Cheng potentially seeking Zhou Yanxi's favor.
• Students and the principal: The students' collective attention and eagerness to please the principal show their respect and desire for his approval.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhao Cheng senses a unique aura or Feng Shui at Qingshan University.
• He realizes that the university's layout is designed to gather and nurture positive energy, preventing illnesses and promoting longevity.
• Zhao Cheng discovers that the school's administrative building, where Zhou Yanxi's office is located, is the Feng Shui center of the university.

Character Developments

• Zhao Cheng demonstrates his spiritual refinement, understanding Feng Shui patterns without extensive study.
• Zhou Yanxi is surprised by Zhao Cheng's spiritual prowess, realizing his junior brother is even more formidable than he thought.

Significant Themes

• Feng Shui: The art of arranging buildings, objects, and space to achieve harmony and balance with the environment.
• Spiritual Cultivation: The process of refining one's spirit and understanding the world, which is enhanced by studying Feng Shui.
• Foundation: The importance of a solid base or starting point for growth and success, as seen in the university's layout.

Character Interactions

• Zhao Cheng and Zhou Yanxi interact casually and comfortably, like brothers or friends, despite the power difference between them.
• Their conversation reveals the university's Feng Shui center and its benefits for students and teachers.
• The forum of the Three Great Universities reacts to a photo of Zhao Cheng and Zhou Yanxi walking together, sparking discussion and speculation about their relationship and potential collaborations.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Principal of Qingshan University, Zhou Yanxi, personally goes to pick up Zhao Cheng, the Martial Champion, causing controversy among students and faculty of the Three Great Universities.
• Students debate the propriety of Zhou Yanxi's actions, with some expressing jealousy and resentment.
• It is revealed that Zhou Yanxi is Zhao Cheng's senior fellow apprentice, and a Mythical figure has taken Zhao Cheng as a disciple, which changes the dynamics of the situation.

Character Developments

• Zhou Yanxi: Showcases his high regard for Zhao Cheng, revealing their master-disciple relationship.
• Students: Initially jealous and resentful, they later express awe and respect for Zhao Cheng upon learning about his master's status.

Significant Themes

• Respect for Authority and Hierarchy: Students initially challenge Principal Zhou's actions but later accept them due to his status and the master-disciple relationship.
• Power and Influence: The reveal of Zhao Cheng's master's status highlights the immense power and influence of a Mythical figure.
• Elitism and Competition: The students' initial resentment and later awe reflect the competitive nature of the Three Great Universities.

Character Interactions

• Students interact through the forum, expressing their opinions and reacting to the news.
• Zhou Yanxi's actions towards Zhao Cheng reflect his respect and care for his junior fellow apprentice.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhao Cheng arrives at Qingshan University but hasn't completed enrollment procedures.
• He learns about the unique academic structure of the Sword Department, which allows students to learn at their own pace and skip lectures.
• Zhao Cheng's special schedule is revealed: he will stay until October to collect his Famous Sword, then return until the end of the semester. Next year, he will travel across the Nine Provinces to prove his sword and learn from ancient lineages.
• Zhao Cheng meets Wang Wenrong, the national top scorer and Zhou Yanxi's disciple, who is tasked with showing Zhao Cheng around the school.

Character Developments

• Zhao Cheng: Shows interest in the upcoming journey to learn from ancient lineages and improve his swordsmanship.
• Wang Wenrong: Demonstrates respect and obedience to Zhou Yanxi's orders, showing his dedication as a disciple.

Significant Themes

• The importance of cultural studies in cultivation.
• The value of experience and learning from diverse sources.
• The unique bond between a master and disciple.

Character Interactions

• Zhao Cheng and Zhou Yanxi: They discuss Zhao Cheng's academic schedule and the unique nature of the Sword Department.
• Zhou Yanxi and Wang Wenrong: Zhou Yanxi orders Wang Wenrong to show Zhao Cheng around the school, highlighting the master-disciple relationship.
• Zhao Cheng and Wang Wenrong: They meet for the first time, with Wang Wenrong showing surprise at Zhao Cheng's presence and addressing him as 'master' instead of 'teacher'.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhao Cheng arrives at Qingshan University, unexpectedly demoted to the same grade as Wang Wenrong.
• Zhao Cheng is granted a single dormitory due to his enrollment in the Sword Department.
• Zhao Cheng spends his days practicing swordsmanship, attending classes, observing Sword Masters and Saints, and studying sword techniques in the library.
• He practices and memorizes various sword techniques, advancing his understanding of the sword system and spiritual mysteries.

Character Developments

• Zhao Cheng: He adjusts to his new environment and demonstrates his disciplined approach to learning and practicing swordsmanship. He reflects on the nature of the human heart and will, and gains insights into the essence of cultivation.
• Wang Wenrong: Though not extensively featured, he assists Zhao Cheng with enrollment and a tour of the school.

Significant Themes

• The importance of accumulation and continuous learning in cultivation.
• The distinction between the heart and will in cultivation.
• The value of observing and learning from others' swordsmanship.
• The process of creating and refining sword techniques.

Character Interactions

• Zhao Cheng and Wang Wenrong: They interact briefly, with Wang Wenrong showing Zhao Cheng around the school and addressing him as "Little Martial Uncle."
• Zhao Cheng and Sword Masters/Saints: Though not directly interacting, Zhao Cheng observes and learns from their swordsmanship during classes.
• Zhao Cheng and other Sword Department students: They exchange pointers during practice sessions.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhao Cheng defeats the last king in the Simulation World, obtaining a first-kill treasure chest.
• He opens the chest, receiving a Starfire Fragment (Color) and other items.
• Upon returning, Martial Wisdom: Bright Light upgrades to LV5, unlocking the first Wisdom Lock.
• Zhao Cheng experiences a profound enlightenment, fusing his sword and fist techniques into the Four Calamities Heaven-Reaching Sword.
• He creates the Four Calamities Golden Body Refinement Method and improves his base effect coefficients.

Character Developments

• Zhao Cheng's strength and wisdom significantly increase, allowing him to create Extreme-level techniques.
• He reflects on his growth, considering future improvements.

Significant Themes

• The pursuit of martial arts mastery and enlightenment.
• The importance of timing and preparation in personal growth.
• The interconnectedness of different martial arts systems.

Character Interactions

• None of significance in this chapter.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhao Cheng improves his Martial Wisdom: Bright Light to level 5, unlocking the Wisdom Lock.
• He plans to raise various sword techniques to level 10, then focus on a few to increase their levels.
• He reflects on the importance of practicing sword techniques deeply and the concept of an inverted pyramid in swordsmanship.

Character Developments

• Zhao Cheng's wisdom and understanding of sword cultivation deepen.
• He shows ambition in accumulating more deeply during the Swordsman stage.

Significant Themes

• The importance of practicing sword techniques deeply and the concept of an inverted pyramid in swordsmanship.
• The snowball effect in cultivation.

Character Interactions

• Not applicable in this chapter, as it focuses on Zhao Cheng's internal thoughts and reflections.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhao Cheng attains enlightenment, indicated by the appearance of the Wisdom Light.
• Lin Yuntian, Zhao Cheng's classmate, is astonished by Zhao Cheng's sudden enlightenment.
• The kendo teacher discovers Zhao Cheng's Wisdom Light and is stunned.
• Students from the Sword Department spend their day practicing and studying in the library.

Character Developments

• Zhao Cheng: Attains enlightenment, enhancing his perspective and inspiration for cultivation problems.
• Lin Yuntian: Realizes that Zhao Cheng's enlightenment is not due to any side quests or unusual activities, further solidifying Zhao Cheng's exceptional status.
• Kendo Teacher: Witnesses Zhao Cheng's Wisdom Light and begins to question his disbelief in legendary enlightenment stories.

Significant Themes

• Genius vs. Mediocrity: The gap between a genius and a mediocrity lies in the ability to gain inspiration, which is irreplaceable and not compensable by diligence.
• Hard Work and Talent: Despite being geniuses, the students in the Sword Department are also hardworking, spending their time practicing and studying to improve their foundation.
• Enlightenment: Zhao Cheng's enlightenment changes his perspective and increases his inspiration for cultivation problems, highlighting the transformative power of sudden understanding.

Character Interactions

• Zhao Cheng and Lin Yuntian: Lin Yuntian questions Zhao Cheng about his enlightenment, showing his disbelief and admiration.
• Sword Department Students: The students share their masters' similar assessments of their talents, realizing they might not be as exceptional as they thought.
• Kendo Teacher and Students: The teacher demonstrates swordsmanship and answers questions, providing guidance to the students.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The author acknowledges and thanks "Keyboard Is Justice" for their significant support.
• An extra chapter is promised as a result of this support.

Character Developments

• No character developments are mentioned in this chapter as it's primarily an author's note.

Significant Themes

• Gratitude and appreciation for support.
• The importance of community and collaboration in creative endeavors.

Character Interactions

• The author interacts with the reader, expressing gratitude and commitment to their work.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhao Cheng, using his enhanced spiritual abilities, perceives Xu Mubai's approach and forms an initial impression of him.
• Xu Mubai, the Martial Champion from three years ago, confronts Zhao Cheng, expressing his desire to witness Zhao Cheng's swordsmanship.
• The scene attracts a crowd of students from the Sword Department and other departments, creating a tense and excited atmosphere.

Character Developments

• Zhao Cheng's spiritual abilities have advanced significantly, allowing him to perceive a person's character and nature without physical observation.
• Xu Mubai, despite his past achievements, remains humble and straightforward, seeking out Zhao Cheng to test his skills.

Significant Themes

• The power of one's spirit and mind, which can reveal a person's true nature.
• The importance of sincerity and straightforwardness in one's actions and words.
• The excitement and anticipation surrounding a match between two powerful swordsmen.

Character Interactions

• Zhao Cheng and Xu Mubai's meeting is filled with tension and anticipation, as both acknowledge each other's strength and express their desire to witness the other's swordsmanship.
• The students gathered around the scene are filled with excitement and curiosity, eager to witness the spectacle between the two powerful swordsmen.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xu Mubai and Zhao Cheng face off, with Xu using his Famous Sword and Zhao using a wooden sword.
• Xu Mubai strikes with a sword intent of the four seasons, revealing vastness through exquisite subtlety.
• Zhao Cheng counters with his sword intent of the Four Calamities, displaying greatness without emptiness.
• The clash on the spiritual level is so powerful that it gives the sensation of a Saint making a move.
• Xu Mubai falls into a disadvantage, and their swords clash with a metallic ring.

Character Developments

• Xu Mubai: Shows his prowess with a delicate and realistic sword intent, but is overwhelmed by Zhao Cheng's spiritual power.
• Zhao Cheng: Demonstrates his immense spiritual power and purity, revealing his understanding of the Human Way.

Significant Themes

• The importance of detail and subtlety in swordsmanship.
• The difference between the Heavenly Way (principles of the sword) and the Human Way (enlightenment and bearing of a Saint).
• The clash of spiritual power and the sensation of a Saint's might.

Character Interactions

• Xu Mubai and Zhao Cheng: Their sword clash highlights the difference in their spiritual power and understanding of the sword.
• Sun Mingxuan: Witnessing the clash, he mutters his astonishment at Zhao Cheng's power.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhao Cheng's single strike against Xu Mubai immobilizes him for nearly two seconds, shocking everyone.
• The incident goes viral on the university forums, sparking debates about where Xu Mubai lost.
• Zhao Cheng continues attending classes, with more senior students returning, fostering a lively learning environment.
• Zhao Cheng leaves the school for the first time to visit the Capital City Swordsmanship General Bureau with Wang Wenrong.

Character Developments

• Zhao Cheng's formidable prowess is revealed, instilling awe in his peers.
• Xu Mubai, despite losing, is straightforward and acknowledges Zhao Cheng's superiority.
• Zhao Cheng enjoys the rich academic atmosphere and the exchange of ideas among students.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics and respect for strength among peers.
• The value of collective learning and exchanging ideas.
• The importance of humility and acknowledgment of one's limitations (seen in Xu Mubai).

Character Interactions

• Zhao Cheng and Xu Mubai's duel highlights the gap in their skills and earns Xu Mubai's respect.
• Students engage in lively debates and hands-on exchanges, fostering camaraderie.
• Zhao Cheng and Wang Wenrong's visit to the Capital City Swordsmanship General Bureau suggests a potential new plot development.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhao Cheng visits the Sword Dao Bureau headquarters, which is ultra-modern and sci-fi in design.
• He learns that the Vitality tester also analyzes a mysterious wave present everywhere, believed to hold the secret of immortality.
• Wang Wenrong, a Swordsman from the life sciences department, explains that the Vitality tester was initially created to analyze this wave.
• Zhao Cheng learns that while there have been some results, many overseas organizations have conducted controversial Human Ballistic Experiments with limited success.

Character Developments

• Zhao Cheng shows interest in the wave and its potential for immortality but prioritizes Furnace-Nurturing Hundred Swords.
• Wang Wenrong demonstrates knowledge and calmness in explaining the wave and its research.

Significant Themes

• The pursuit of immortality and godhood through understanding and harnessing the mysterious wave.
• The ethical implications of Human Ballistic Experiments and their limited success.
• The importance of patience and prioritization in personal growth and research.

Character Interactions

• Zhao Cheng and Wang Wenrong discuss the wave and its research, with Wang Wenrong sharing his knowledge and Zhao Cheng expressing interest but maintaining focus on his current goals.
• Wang Wenrong offers to send Zhao Cheng research papers, but Zhao Cheng declines, stating that the time isn't right yet.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhao Cheng and Wang Wenrong visit the Sword Dao Bureau for Zhao's top-tier Swordsman certification test.
• The Sword Dao Bureau has implemented advanced, intelligent systems for efficiency, including face recognition for access control.
• Kong Yanmo, daughter of a Sword God, is the inspector for Zhao's test, replacing Hua Zhixu at the last minute.
• Kong Yanmo requests a sparring match with Zhao Cheng, hoping to say she once lost to a future mythical being.
• Zhao Cheng's test involves facing six armed personnel with submachine guns, testing his composure and skill under pressure.

Character Developments

• Zhao Cheng: Demonstrates calm and adaptability in the face of firearms, showing psychological fortitude beyond his age and experience.
• Kong Yanmo: Reveals a playful, almost childlike side despite her serious demeanor and capable appearance, showing curiosity and eagerness to engage with Zhao Cheng.
• Wang Wenrong: Shows concern for Zhao Cheng's safety and disapproval of Kong Yanmo's eccentric behavior.

Significant Themes

• Advancement and Change: The Sword Dao Bureau's implementation of advanced systems reflects the theme of progress and change in society.
• Fear and Adaptation: Zhao Cheng's initial sense of danger from firearms and his subsequent adaptation to the situation highlight the theme of overcoming fear and adapting to new circumstances.
• Curiosity and Ambition: Kong Yanmo's eagerness to spar with Zhao Cheng reflects the theme of curiosity and ambition driving personal growth and experiences.

Character Interactions

• Zhao Cheng and Kong Yanmo: Their interaction is marked by Kong Yanmo's playful curiosity and Zhao Cheng's calm, collected demeanor, setting up a potential dynamic between them.
• Wang Wenrong and Kong Yanmo: Wang Wenrong's concern for Zhao Cheng and disapproval of Kong Yanmo's behavior suggest a protective, almost brotherly relationship between them.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhao Cheng undergoes the Human Ballistic Experiment, facing six guns firing simultaneously for three minutes.
• He demonstrates exceptional mental fortitude and swordsmanship, effortlessly deflecting all bullets.
• The sword he uses remains unscathed, suggesting he's not a top-tier Sword Master but still possesses extraordinary skill.

Character Developments

• Zhao Cheng: Shows remarkable growth in swordsmanship and mental strength, solidifying his status as an exceptional Swordsman.
• Kong Yanmo: Realizes the extent of Zhao Cheng's prowess and understands why her father considers him a likely candidate for myth-level attainment.

Significant Themes

• Mental Fortitude: The importance of mental calm and relaxation for peak performance, even in high-stress situations.
• Skill vs. Rank: Zhao Cheng's skill surpasses that of top-tier Sword Masters, despite not having reached that rank.

Character Interactions

• Zhao Cheng and the six gunmen: Zhao Cheng's calm demeanor and skill leave the gunmen awestruck and questioning their own abilities.
• Kong Yanmo and the gunmen: Kong Yanmo is amazed by the state of Zhao Cheng's sword and the gunmen's reaction to his performance.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhao Cheng fights Fist King: Annihilation, using his speed and swordsmanship to counter the King's immense strength.
• Zhao Cheng condenses his Golden Body through intense battle, refining all 960 Essence Apertures at once.
• After damaging his Essence Apertures, Zhao Cheng activates Four Calamities Great Annihilation, killing Fist King: Annihilation with a flying sword strike.
• Zhao Cheng then travels to Red Sand City and kills Fist King: Stone, aiming to contact the previous generation's Savior.

Character Developments

• Zhao Cheng's skills and power grow significantly, allowing him to defeat Martial Kings more easily.
• Zhao Cheng's understanding of his Four Calamities Golden Body deepens, and he successfully condenses it through battle.

Significant Themes

• The balance between strength, speed, and skill in combat.
• The power of determination and will in pushing one's limits.
• The pursuit of growth and improvement through challenge and adversity.

Character Interactions

• Zhao Cheng faces off against two Fist Kings, demonstrating his ability to adapt and overcome powerful opponents.
• Zhao Cheng's actions suggest a growing understanding of his enemies and the world around him, as he seeks to contact the previous Savior.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhao Cheng, with 100 hours left in his current form, looks back at history, revealing the Savior's struggle with his growing divinity and fading humanity.
• Zhao Cheng, inhabiting Shi Shangyang, the sect master of the Southern Heaven Holy Sect, challenges the Grand President (Savior) after attaining King of the Century.
• News of the challenge spreads rapidly, drawing experts from various powers to Holy Mountain to witness the battle.

Character Developments

• Zhao Cheng: He understands the Savior's dilemma and the path of the King of the Century, then attains this realm himself.
• Shi Shangyang (Zhao Cheng's vessel): He challenges the Grand President after attaining King of the Century, surprising his mentor and others with his sudden power.

Significant Themes

• The struggle between divinity and humanity, as seen in the Savior's journey and Zhao Cheng's understanding of it.
• The path to power and the consequences of attaining it, as demonstrated by the Kings of the Century.
• Ambition and responsibility, shown in Shi Shangyang's challenge to the Grand President.

Character Interactions

• Zhao Cheng (as Shi Shangyang) & Old Sect Master: The old sect master is shocked and worried about Shi Shangyang's challenge, while Zhao Cheng reassures him of his confidence.
• Zhao Cheng (as Shi Shangyang) & Experts: The experts gathered on Holy Mountain are amazed and shocked by Zhao Cheng's display of power as King of the Century.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhao Cheng, the King of the Century, climbs the Holy Tower to challenge Grand President.
• Senior Brother Black Tiger, a Martial King and one of the Thirteen Heavenly Generals, blocks Zhao Cheng's path.
• Zhao Cheng, in his Martial King form, defeats Senior Brother Black Tiger with a single punch, demonstrating his immense power.

Character Developments

• Zhao Cheng shows his immense power and confidence as the King of the Century.
• Senior Brother Black Tiger's strength is revealed, showcasing the power of the Thirteen Heavenly Generals.

Significant Themes

• The strength of the King of the Century and the Martial King realms.
• The power dynamics between the Savior (Grand President) and the King of the Century (Zhao Cheng).

Character Interactions

• Zhao Cheng and Senior Brother Black Tiger have a one-sided battle, highlighting the power gap between them.
• The crowd below Holy Mountain discusses and reacts to the spectacle of two Kings of the Century meeting, expressing awe and envy.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhao Cheng, now stronger than sixty years ago, easily defeats Senior Brother Black Tiger and climbs the Holy Tower, defeating all Thirteen Heavenly Generals effortlessly.
• At the summit, the Grand President (Cang) awaits. Zhao Cheng reveals his intention to throw only one punch, which he does, causing a massive explosion and exhausting the mysteries of his Essence Apertures.
• Cang asks if Zhao Cheng has any last words or wishes. Zhao Cheng reveals he has no intention of dying and expresses his desire to explore an alternative path beyond the Martial King realm.

Character Developments

• Zhao Cheng: Shows immense growth in power, demonstrating an extraordinary mind and martial arts realm. He reveals his desire to explore a new path beyond the Martial King realm.
• Grand President Cang: Initially expecting a fierce battle, he is surprised by Zhao Cheng's power and respects his choice. He shows a desire for a worthy opponent and expresses regret at Zhao Cheng's self-destructive path.

Significant Themes

• Power and Growth: Zhao Cheng's immense growth in power is a central theme, highlighting his extraordinary abilities and determination.
• Invincibility and Loneliness: Cang's desire for a worthy opponent touches on the theme of invincibility and the loneliness that can come with it.
• Alternative Paths: Zhao Cheng's desire to explore a new path beyond the Martial King realm suggests a theme of innovation and non-conformity.

Character Interactions

• Zhao Cheng vs. Senior Brother Black Tiger: Zhao Cheng's easy defeat of Senior Brother Black Tiger highlights his growth and power.
• Zhao Cheng vs. Thirteen Heavenly Generals: Zhao Cheng's effortless defeat of the Thirteen Heavenly Generals demonstrates his extraordinary abilities and causes shock among the observers.
• Zhao Cheng vs. Grand President Cang: Their interaction reveals Cang's respect for Zhao Cheng's power and choice, as well as Zhao Cheng's desire to explore a new path.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The King of the Century uses the world's computational power to instantly calculate the ever-shifting acupoints in their body.
• Zhao Cheng explores two paths beyond the Martial King: directly shifting to the sword path or summarizing acupoint movement laws.
• Zhao Cheng integrates wisdom from past Martial Kings and seeks Cang's help to perfect his path.

Character Developments

• Zhao Cheng demonstrates resolve by crippling his acupoints to avoid Daoification.
• Cang reveals his suspicions about the Acupoint System containing yin and yang transformations and the existence of ultimate yin and yang points.

Significant Themes

• The struggle against Daoification and the search for a safer path beyond the Martial King.
• The value of accumulated wisdom and collaboration among Martial Kings.

Character Interactions

• Zhao Cheng seeks Cang's help to advance his path, acknowledging Cang's talent and understanding of the Acupoint System.
• Cang shares his insights with Zhao Cheng, recognizing the latter's resolve and brilliance.