Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhao Cheng captures various outer-universe creatures over four months, all Half-Lords with gene recombination skills.
• He focuses on a combination of flora, fauna, and fish for data to improve his skills.
• Zhao Cheng aims to create a harmonious, cyclic system using high-dimensional traits from the ten great pillars.
• He has been stuck on the current instance for nearly a year, gaining 290 billion Simulation Points and 843 red Enhancement Stones.
• Zhao Cheng's Void Kalpa increases from +16 to +28, significantly boosting his mental strength.

Character Developments

• Zhao Cheng's power and understanding of high-dimensional traits grow significantly.
• The captured creatures recognize Zhao Cheng as a true monster due to his rapid growth.

Significant Themes

• Rapid growth and power accumulation.
• The pursuit of harmony and cyclic systems in high-dimensional traits.
• The distinction between understanding and luck in attaining the Dao.

Character Interactions

• Zhao Cheng interacts with the captured creatures, who now see him as a monster.
• Scientists from various parts of the world gather to study the outer-universe creatures but are deterred by Zhao Cheng's true nature.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhao Cheng activates the Hyper-Dimensional Battlefield, granting him a higher perspective.
• He understands that the apocalypse is spreading from the future towards the past.
• He observes the origins and evolution of the Heavenly Demon Universe and the Human Path Federation, leading to their inevitable collision.
• Zhao Cheng comprehends the relationship between higher and lower dimensions, and the cycle from low to high and back to low.

Character Developments

• Zhao Cheng's power increases, allowing him to perceive Creation and hyper-dimensions, though he cannot fully comprehend them.
• He gains a deeper understanding of dimensions, making a significant leap in his comprehension.

Significant Themes

• Calamity and fortune: The collision of universes is both a great calamity and a great fortune for the living beings in both universes.
• The relationship between higher and lower dimensions: Higher dimensions can fall, and universes need both low and high dimensions to complete themselves.
• The cycle of dimensions: There's a cycle from low to high and back to low.

Character Interactions

• No direct interactions are mentioned in this chapter; it's mostly Zhao Cheng's introspection and understanding of the universe's workings.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhao Cheng learns that the Ten Great Pillars are not just pillars but dimensions themselves, and attaining higher dimensions transforms these pillars into a higher-dimensional body.
• To achieve true immortality, one must repair their incompleteness by filling the gaps in their Ten Great Pillars, forming a closed loop. Having fewer pillars results in pseudo-immortality.
• Zhao Cheng observes the material universe's timeline and finds that the Heavenly Mandate Battlefield has been erased from time's light.
• A demon god, representing the severing of past, present, future, and self, manifests from the River of Time. Zhao Cheng comprehends and integrates its mysteries into his system of laws.
• Zhao Cheng severs the demon god with Void Kalpa in a single strike, depleting 58% of his fire. The Log refreshes.

Character Developments

• Zhao Cheng's understanding of the Ten Great Pillars and immortality deepens.
• Zhao Cheng's wisdom and comprehension abilities are further demonstrated when he immediately understands and integrates the demon god's mysteries.

Significant Themes

• The pursuit of true immortality and the path to achieving it.
• The importance of wisdom and comprehension in cultivation.
• The concept of time and its light, and the erasure of events from it.

Character Interactions

• No significant character interactions occur in this chapter, as Zhao Cheng is the only character present.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhao Cheng defeats the Final Calamity and clears the dungeon, obtaining a Seven-Colored Treasure Chest and the Fire Mark: Pure Yang Immortal Path.
• He decides not to exchange surplus starfire for Simulation Points, choosing to use it to rewrite the world.
• Zhao Cheng creates the Six Paths Heroic Spirit Stele using starfire, allowing the true selves of fallen heroes to be preserved for future reincarnation.
• He travels to the Ancestral Star, where he observes familiar faces from the past cosmic light.

Character Developments

• Zhao Cheng reflects on the nature of Source Points and Simulation Points, questioning if the world is merely a catalyst.
• He demonstrates his commitment to using starfire to improve the current world, rather than exchanging it for Simulation Points.
• Zhao Cheng shows his understanding of life and death cycles, creating the Six Paths Heroic Spirit Stele to preserve the true selves of fallen heroes.

Significant Themes

• The nature of Source Points and Simulation Points, and the role of the world in their acquisition.
• The cycle of life and death, and the possibility of preserving the true self for future reincarnation.
• The passage of time and the impermanence of personal connections, as Zhao Cheng observes familiar faces from the past.

Character Interactions

• Zhao Cheng interacts with familiar Primordial Spirit experts on the Ancestral Star, though they do not recognize him due to the changes in the cosmic light.
• He does not engage in conversation with these experts, merely observing them from a distance.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhao Cheng arrives at the core of the Human Path Federation, where the Six Paths Heroic Spirit Stele is located.
• He unlocks the stele's power, causing a massive surge of fortune in the Federation.
• A Two-Tribulation Celestial Immortal guardsman attacks Zhao Cheng, but he easily dispels the attacks without countering.

Character Developments

• Zhao Cheng demonstrates immense power and wisdom, showing no need to resort to violence.
• The Celestial Immortal guard shows understanding and adaptability, recognizing Zhao Cheng's strength and apologizing for his actions.

Significant Themes

• The power of the Six Paths Heroic Spirit Stele and its significance to humanity.
• The difference between the mortal world and the Spirit Void Immortal Realm, and the legends surrounding the Immortal Realm.
• The importance of making choices in cultivation and the distinction between refining spiritual qi into oneself and using it to break through barriers.

Character Interactions

• Zhao Cheng and the Celestial Immortal guard: Zhao Cheng's non-violent response and the guard's quick realization of Zhao Cheng's power lead to a respectful interaction.
• Zhao Cheng and the other Primordial Spirit powerhouses: Their arrival and Zhao Cheng's revelation about the calamity's end create a moment of silence and awe.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhao Cheng's appearance sparks recognition among powerhouses due to his similarity to a demon god from their collective dream.
• The Heavenly Stele changes appearance, revealing its true form and history.
• Zhao Cheng activates the Heavenly Stele, releasing over ten million True Self Spirits into the world, leading to widespread reincarnation.
• Zhao Cheng clears the Pure Yang Immortal Path simulation, leaving behind research materials on cultivation and defeating the Heavenly Demon Clan.

Character Developments

• Zhao Cheng: Demonstrates his immense power and influence, earning the title "Great Venerable." He shows compassion towards humanity but not towards other races, believing in humanity's supremacy.
• Human Path Federation Powerhouses: Realize the true origins of the Heavenly Stele and its connection to Zhao Cheng. They express gratitude and reverence towards him.

Significant Themes

• The power of collective dreams and their influence on reality.
• The concept of reincarnation and its mysteries.
• Humanity's supremacy and its relation to other races.
• The impact of a single individual on the course of history.

Character Interactions

• Zhao Cheng interacts with the powerhouses of the Human Path Federation, revealing his true identity and purpose.
• The powerhouses express their gratitude and reverence towards Zhao Cheng, while he humbly deflects their praise.
• Zhao Cheng leaves behind his knowledge and defeats the Heavenly Demon Clan, further solidifying his legacy in the Human Path Federation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhao Cheng opens Treasure Chests and gains a Regret Pill, allowing him to restart once.
• He uses a Miracle Point to increase his swordsmanship level cap to 511.
• The Hyper-Dimensional Body can now descend into reality for 15 seconds, but it costs the next 15 simulations.

Character Developments

• Zhao Cheng becomes more cautious and introspective about the Panel's power and its potential consequences.

Significant Themes

• The consequences of using the Panel's power and the potential risks involved.
• The importance of balance and control over one's abilities.

Character Interactions

• No significant interactions occur in this chapter, as it focuses on Zhao Cheng's personal reflections and decisions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhao Cheng receives his third enhancement, allowing him to designate one additional anchor point and rewrite time within a 100-year limit.
• He learns that unrestricted descents and rewrites will become possible with enough Miracle Points.
• Zhao Cheng uses his daily simulations in the Pure Yang Immortal Path dungeon for cultivation, experimenting with various modifications to his Hyper-Dimensional Body.

Character Developments

• Zhao Cheng's understanding of cultivation deepens; he realizes that the Ten Pillars' attainment of the Dao involves a holistic, low-dimensional to high-dimensional approach, not just making pillars tall enough.
• He becomes more daring in his experiments, accepting the risk of sudden death in pursuit of efficiency.

Significant Themes

• The power and instability of high-dimensional states.
• The importance of verification in cultivation and path-opening.
• The belief in one's own ideas until the end of the Great Dao.

Character Interactions

• None in this chapter; Zhao Cheng is primarily engaged in solo cultivation and experimentation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The chapter begins a week after Zhao Cheng clears the Pure Yang Immortal Path instance, during the Spring Festival.
• Zhao Xiaoxiang, in the real world, is in a courtyard with Zhao Cheng, while in an instance, she's fighting for her life.
• After several days, she successfully defeats the villain boss, achieves Swordsman certification, and breaks through to a new level.
• She then chooses special effects with Zhao Cheng's help, who reveals his true power to her.

Character Developments

• Zhao Xiaoxiang: She completes an instance, achieves Swordsman certification, breaks through to a new level, and gains a new perspective on Zhao Cheng's power.
• Zhao Cheng: He remains calm and relaxed, showing his true power to Zhao Xiaoxiang, hinting at his divine nature.

Significant Themes

• The division between the real world and instances.
• The power of the mind and spirit in cultivation.
• The revelation of Zhao Cheng's true power and his divine nature.

Character Interactions

• Zhao Cheng and Zhao Xiaoxiang interact casually in the courtyard, with Zhao Cheng helping Zhao Xiaoxiang choose special effects after her breakthrough.
• Zhao Xiaoxiang's interaction with the instance characters leads to her breakthrough and new perspective on Zhao Cheng.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhao Cheng completes the effects of 'Heaven United with the Sword' for Zhao Xiaoxiang, enhancing her swordsmanship.
• Zhao Xiaoxiang experiences a sudden surge in understanding and skill, leading to intense practice and exhaustion.
• Zhao Xiaoxiang dreams of a large fire and wakes up in her room, carried there by Zhao Cheng.
• Zhao Xiaoxiang, Zhao Xiuxiu, and Zhao Dong discuss and decide to go to a mountaintop to set off fireworks and watch stars on the sixth day of the lunar new year.
• Li Qingmeng and Li Huang'er visit, and the girls have a story adventure session around the kotatsu.

Character Developments

• Zhao Xiaoxiang: Experiences a significant boost in swordsmanship, leading to self-reflection and intense practice. She also shows curiosity and determination in her actions.
• Zhao Cheng: Shows understanding and patience, allowing Zhao Xiaoxiang to experience the side effects of her new powers. He also displays a calm and collected demeanor.

Significant Themes

• Rapid growth and its consequences: Zhao Xiaoxiang's sudden increase in skill leads to self-reflection and intense practice, highlighting the theme of rapid growth and its effects on the individual.
• The importance of experience: Zhao Cheng allows Zhao Xiaoxiang to experience the side effects of her new powers, emphasizing the importance of personal experience in understanding and growth.
• Family and friendship: The gathering around the stove and the story adventure session emphasize the importance of family and friendship, with the characters spending quality time together.

Character Interactions

• Zhao Xiaoxiang and Zhao Cheng: Their interaction shows Zhao Cheng's understanding and patience, as well as Zhao Xiaoxiang's determination and curiosity.
• Zhao Xiaoxiang, Zhao Xiuxiu, Li Qingmeng, and Li Huang'er: The girls' interaction during the story adventure session highlights their friendship and camaraderie, with each contributing to the story and enjoying each other's company.
• Zhao Dong, Zhao Xiaoxiang, and Zhao Xiuxiu: Their interaction shows the family's closeness and shared interests, as they plan to go to the mountaintop together.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhao Cheng continues to improve his swordsmanship and cultivation over a month.
• The flower, bird, insect, and fish group (Descenders) are released in the laboratory.
• Zhao Cheng and Wang Zhiyu discuss the two paths of dimensional ascension: low to high and high to low.

Character Developments

• Zhao Cheng's swordsmanship and cultivation progress steadily.
• The Descenders show intelligence and cooperation, sensing the completeness of Zhao Cheng's ideas.

Significant Themes

• The two paths of dimensional ascension and their implications.
• The advantages and disadvantages of numinous dynamism in cultivation.
• The potential of Zhao Cheng's ideas for the civilization's advancement.

Character Interactions

• Zhao Cheng and Wang Zhiyu discuss their research and understanding of the Descenders.
• The Descenders cooperate with Zhao Cheng, sensing the completeness of his ideas.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhao Cheng discusses matters with Wang Zhiyu and instantly travels to another part of the Academy of Sciences.
• Researchers are no longer surprised by Zhao Cheng's sudden appearances and try to study his "superpower."
• Zhao Cheng observes the cosmic light of the future daily, considering it a natural phenomenon.
• Technical giants in reality cannot understand or replicate Zhao Cheng's abilities.

Character Developments

• Zhao Cheng's understanding of his true self and inspiration evolves, questioning what "me" truly represents.
• Researchers at the Academy of Sciences become accustomed to Zhao Cheng's presence and focus on their work.

Significant Themes

• Inspiration: Zhao Cheng believes inspiration is a crucial factor in civilization's development and a higher-dimensional attribute.
• Cultivation: Zhao Cheng sees cultivation as a method of seeking true knowledge, not an outcome.
• Science vs. Mysticism: The technical giants in reality cannot explain or replicate Zhao Cheng's abilities, leading to a stalemate between science and mysticism.

Character Interactions

• Zhao Cheng interacts minimally with the researchers, who are focused on their work.
• Wang Zhiyu's presence is mentioned, but there's no direct interaction in this chapter.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The chapter begins with Zhao Cheng observing advancements in rune technology, which has led to the creation of a tower-like structure.
• Zhao Cheng spends time in the Arctic, advancing his Hyper-Dimensional Body and causing a phenomenon that manifests as a demon god phantom.
• He then draws a new simulated instance, choosing "Witch Kaleidoscope" despite its high compatibility deviation.

Character Developments

• Zhao Cheng continues to advance his Hyper-Dimensional Body, with his energy-spirit aspect making significant progress.
• He demonstrates increased control over his powers, causing the demon god phantom manifestation.

Significant Themes

• The theme of technological advancement and its potential consequences is explored through the development of rune technology.
• The concept of transformation and growth is highlighted as Zhao Cheng's powers evolve.
• The idea of choice and its implications is shown through Zhao Cheng's decision to enter the "Witch Kaleidoscope" instance despite its high deviation.

Character Interactions

• There are no significant character interactions in this chapter as Zhao Cheng primarily acts alone.
• However, the attention and speculation caused by the demon god phantom manifestation hint at potential future interactions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhao Cheng selects three Gold-quality Trait Modules: Heaven-Origin Breakthrough, Fantasy Burst, and Dream Butterfly.
• He enters a simulation and finds himself in a classroom, with a unique timeline and world setup.
• Zhao Cheng discovers his body is ordinary, and he can't use his mental power or observe information as usual.
• He realizes time flows much faster in this world than in the gray space, and he faces an immense, unmeasurable entity in the gray space.

Character Developments

• Zhao Cheng adapts to his new, ordinary teenage body and identity.
• He acknowledges the peculiar nature of this instance and its challenges.

Significant Themes

• The multiversal nature of the universe, with each instance being unique and possible.
• The contrast between Zhao Cheng's powerful abilities and his current, weak, ordinary body.
• The struggle between Zhao Cheng's high-dimensional authority and the restrictions of this world.

Character Interactions

• Zhao Cheng interacts with his classmates, though he's distracted and not fully present.
• He observes the teacher, who is a friend transcending generations.
• He thinks about his childhood sweetheart and companion, whom he's about to meet.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhao Cheng descends into a new instance and receives the 'Book of Witches', which allows him to forge contracts with witches and share their powers.
• He learns that time is limited, as his Hyper-Dimensional Body will perish in less than an instant in the gray space.
• Zhao Cheng decides to skip courting witches and head straight to the final boss battle, intrigued by the world's power system.
• Shen Qiu, a transmigrator, becomes a magical girl (witch) and forms a contract with the Red Lotus King, one of the Seven Ancient Kings.

Character Developments

• Zhao Cheng: He adapts to the new world's rules and senses a conceptual power within him, fueling his curiosity.
• Shen Qiu: She accepts her new identity as a magical girl and begins to understand her role in this world.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics: The power system of this world, the strength of witches, and the threat of aberrant demons.
• Time constraint: The urgency of Zhao Cheng's situation and the need for Shen Qiu to grow stronger quickly.
• Destiny and purpose: The suggestion that Shen Qiu is destined to become the world's Savior.

Character Interactions

• Zhao Cheng interacts with the Book of Witches, learning about its functions and the world's power system.
• Shen Qiu communicates with her personal sprite, learning about her new role and the world's history.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The chapter introduces the hierarchy of powerful beings: Ancient Ones, World-Openers, and the Dimensional Demon God.
• Shen Qiu, initially interested in Zhao Cheng, becomes disinterested after learning about the existence of witches.
• Zhao Cheng discovers that he can remold his body using the world's rules, increasing his physical strength significantly.
• Zhao Nian and Zhao Meng, Zhao Cheng's sisters, are revealed to be experienced witches who leave the house at night to perform rituals.
• Zhao Cheng learns about the two major organizations in this world: the Era Tree and the Revelation Society, which have been in conflict for thousands of years.

Character Developments

• Shen Qiu: Realizes her status as a witch and becomes disinterested in Zhao Cheng, focusing on her new identity.
• Zhao Cheng: Discovers his ability to remold his body and becomes more curious about the world's unnatural elements. He decides to take the initiative and become the Revelation Society's leader to clear the stage within thirty days.

Significant Themes

• The theme of power and hierarchy is explored through the different levels of beings mentioned.
• The concept of taking initiative versus waiting for events is highlighted through Zhao Cheng's decision to proactively engage with the world.

Character Interactions

• Shen Qiu and Zhao Cheng: Their interaction is minimal, with Shen Qiu losing interest in Zhao Cheng after learning about witches.
• Zhao Cheng and his sisters: They share a silent dinner, and Zhao Cheng observes their transformations and departure at night.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shen Qiu, now a witch, explores the city at night, discovering her new physical abilities and communicating with her companion spirit, Number Five.
• She meets her future teammates, Zhao Nian and Zhao Meng, who are also witches.
• Shen Qiu learns about the ranks of witches and the intensity of recent battles due to the Revelation Society's activities.

Character Developments

• Shen Qiu: Realizes the dangers and responsibilities of being a witch, begins to understand the true nature of her new life, and questions her preconceived notions about magic.
• Zhao Nian and Zhao Meng: Proven to be skilled and experienced witches, having reached Level 3 in just half a year.

Significant Themes

• The true nature of magic and witchcraft, which involves growth through battle rather than knowledge.
• The dangers and responsibilities that come with being a witch, including the threat of the Revelation Society.
• The potential for darkness to gather strength and resurface more fiercely after being suppressed.

Character Interactions

• Shen Qiu and Number Five: Establish a communication link, with Number Five providing guidance and information to Shen Qiu.
• Shen Qiu and Zhao Nian/Zhao Meng: Meet for the first time, with Zhao Nian expressing surprise and Zhao Meng remaining calm and composed.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Painter, a supernatural entity, has been killing people in a city's outskirts, causing its victims to die with smiles on their faces.
• The Special Operations Group, an elite organization of ordinary people, has been monitoring Painter remotely but is unable to investigate closely due to its powerful senses.
• Painter's killings are becoming more frequent, with the latest victim found four days ago.
• The Special Operations Group manages to pinpoint Painter's approximate location but is unable to determine its appearance.
• When Painter detects the surveillance, it causes hallucinations and overwhelming joy in the operatives, leading to their deaths with smiles on their faces.

Character Developments

• The Special Operations Group members show professionalism and dedication in their work but are ultimately powerless against Painter.
• The Era Tree's central intelligence remains emotionless and detached, prioritizing the safety of its operatives but not hesitating to sacrifice them when necessary.

Significant Themes

• The powerlessness of ordinary people against supernatural forces.
• The struggle between the Era Tree and supernatural entities.
• The consequences of curiosity and intrusion into the supernatural world.

Character Interactions

• The Special Operations Group members work together but are unable to communicate effectively once Painter's influence takes hold.
• The Era Tree's central intelligence communicates with the Special Operations Group leader but shows no emotional connection or concern for the operatives' well-being.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A powerful explosion occurs, stripping everyone of their supernatural powers and trapping them in Void Domain Spacetime.
• Zhao Nian and Zhao Meng, sisters and witches, use their guns (manifestations of their inner images) to attack the Painter, now transformed into a mass of black mud.
• Shen Qiu, under the influence of the Red Lotus King's authority, unleashes a powerful fire attack that splits the sky.
• The Painter summons the Dark Heart, a crystallized manifestation of dark power, which attacks Shen Qiu.

Character Developments

• Zhao Nian and Zhao Meng show exceptional teamwork and coordination.
• Shen Qiu struggles to integrate the Red Lotus King's battle experience but ultimately unleashes a powerful attack.
• The Painter/Poet transforms and summons the Dark Heart, revealing her true power.

Significant Themes

• The struggle between light and darkness, represented by the Red Lotus King and the Dark Heart.
• The potential and limitations of supernatural powers.
• The cruelties of the real world and the struggle for power.

Character Interactions

• Zhao Nian and Zhao Meng work together against the Painter.
• Shen Qiu interacts with the Red Lotus King's authority, leading to her powerful attack.
• The Painter summons the Dark Heart, targeting Shen Qiu.
• Off-screen, a tall woman in white armor and her spirit discuss the situation, hinting at a larger plot.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The chapter introduces Xia Bai, a muscular woman training intensely in a makeshift gym, lifting an extraordinary weight of 1,200 jin (approximately 600 kg).
• Zhao Cheng, a supernatural being, appears before Xia Bai, offering to make her transcendent in exchange for her loyalty.
• Xia Bai, who has long desired to become a witch, accepts the deal without hesitation.
• Zhao Cheng allows Xia Bai to choose her first target from a variety of supernatural creatures.

Character Developments

• Xia Bai: A determined and ambitious woman who has been training relentlessly to transcend human limits after learning about the existence of witches. She is willing to make significant sacrifices to achieve her goal, even considering joining the forces of darkness.
• Zhao Cheng: A supernatural being who can grant transcendent powers. He is calm and confident, showing no concern for Xia Bai's well-being or the consequences of his actions.

Significant Themes

• Ambition vs. Reality: Xia Bai's desire to transcend human limits clashes with the reality of her situation, leading her to consider desperate measures.
• Sacrifice: Xia Bai is willing to give up everything, including her loyalty, to gain transcendent power.
• Power Dynamics: The interaction between Zhao Cheng and Xia Bai highlights the power imbalance between supernatural beings and humans.

Character Interactions

• Xia Bai and Zhao Cheng: Their interaction is one of negotiation and agreement, with Xia Bai bargaining for her role in the deal and Zhao Cheng showing little regard for her well-being. Their dynamic is one of unequal power, with Zhao Cheng holding the upper hand.