Ch. 161Have You Ever Seen True Demonic Cultivation?

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Liu Xuanye undergoes a spiritual inspection, which initially confirms she's an Immortal Venerable with no demonic power.
  • The adjudicators propose an 'overfrequency spiritual resonance' test, which Liu Xuanye agrees to.
  • During the test, Liu Xuanye absorbs the spiritual power and advances to a nine-star Immortal Venerable.
  • A powerful Immortal Saint, Lei Sheng, appears and accuses Liu Xuanye of using forbidden arts. He invites her to the Southern Province Immortal Court.
  • Lu Ya, Liu Xuanye's Dao companion, reveals he killed a thousand islanders and Xu Yinglong, a Zhu Family member, and offers to go with her.

Character Developments

  • Liu Xuanye remains calm and composed throughout the inspection and accusations, showing no fear or anxiety.
  • Lu Ya shows concern for Liu Xuanye's safety and is willing to stand by her side, even when faced with accusations.

Significant Themes

  • The power of resonance, which Liu Xuanye uses to her advantage during the inspection.
  • The prejudice against Liu Xuanye due to her suspected demonic nature, despite evidence to the contrary.
  • The influence of the Zhu Family, as mentioned by Lei Sheng.

Character Interactions

  • Liu Xuanye and Lu Ya display a strong bond, with Lu Ya supporting her and even offering to face consequences alongside her.
  • The seven adjudicators initially try to find evidence against Liu Xuanye but are left speechless by her actions.
  • Lei Sheng, an Immortal Saint, shows a change in demeanor upon hearing about the Zhu Family, indicating their influence.

Ch. 162Eleven Lone Travelers

Plot Points and Events

  • The story takes place in the Southern Court Continent, one of the seven Floating Mountains in the Immortal Realm.
  • The Immortal Court's seat, Southern Imperial City, is described in detail.
  • The seven Grand Judgment Envoys are summoned to the Heavenly Judgment Court within Xingtian Pavilion.
  • Ouyang Longcheng, a half-step Immortal Emperor, leads the First Protective Judgment Squad to East Floating City to arrest Liu Xuanye.
  • On Xingtian Pavilion, they encounter a mysterious chess player who claims to be one of the Eleven Lone Travelers.

Character Developments

  • Ouyang Longcheng: Initially displeased with the mission, he becomes cautious and tense upon encountering the chess player.
  • The Chess Player: Revealed to be one of the Eleven Lone Travelers, he demonstrates immense power, catching a Lightning Immortal Pigeon and overpowering Ouyang Longcheng with ease.

Significant Themes

  • Power and Strength: The chess player's display of power highlights the theme of strength and its role in the Immortal Realm.
  • Identity and Belonging: The chess player's claim to be one of the Eleven Lone Travelers raises questions about his identity and his connection to the Immortal Court.

Character Interactions

  • Ouyang Longcheng and the Chess Player: Their interaction is marked by tension and disbelief, with Ouyang Longcheng initially doubting the chess player's claims and the chess player demonstrating his power to prove his identity.
  • The Chess Player and the First Protective Judgment Squad: The chess player shows no respect for the squad, treating them with casual disregard and even mocking them.

Ch. 163Incurring Heaven’s Wrath

Key Plot Points and Events

  • A gigantic bloody hand tears through the city-protecting grand formation of Southern Imperial City, causing panic among its inhabitants.
  • The hand, with Immortal Venerable-level spiritual pressure, descends upon Xingtian Pavilion, where Ouyang Longcheng and the Chess Player are located.
  • Ouyang Longcheng attempts to resist using his Immortal Release but is easily subdued, along with the other six Immortal Emperors.
  • The city's inhabitants are affected by the spiritual pressure, with only those who submit and meditate escaping harm.

Character Developments

  • Ouyang Longcheng: Initially confident, he is quickly humbled and realizes the futility of resistance, submitting to the spiritual pressure.
  • The Chess Player: Remains calm and composed despite the threat, hinting at his formidable power and experience.

Significant Themes

  • The power of submission vs. resistance: Those who submit to the spiritual pressure are unharmed, while those who resist are severely injured.
  • The Heavenly Dao's wrath: The bloody hand is implied to be a manifestation of the Heavenly Dao's anger, punishing the city for its transgressions.

Character Interactions

  • Ouyang Longcheng and the Chess Player: Ouyang attempts to protect the Chess Player but is quickly overwhelmed. The Chess Player remains silent and unmoving, suggesting a power dynamic between them.
  • The inhabitants of Southern Imperial City: They are all affected by the spiritual pressure, with some trying to resist or flee, while others submit immediately, highlighting their varied reactions to adversity.

Ch. 164Inspecting Heaven

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Lu Ya, a powerful demonic cultivator, descends upon the Southern Imperial City, seeking subscriptions for his demonic path.
  • He confronts a mysterious chess player who possesses the power of the Heavenly Dao and has a unique body technique.
  • Lu Ya demonstrates his immense power by smashing the heavens apart with a single punch and flattening the chess player into ash.
  • The chess player's ashes condense into two heads, revealing that he has three avatars, and he escapes into the Abyss.
  • Lu Ya captures and kills the seven adjudicators of the Heavenly Judgment Court, revealing his disregard for the Immortal Court's authority.
  • He decides to return home for the New Year with Liu Xuanye.

Character Developments

  • Lu Ya: Demonstrates his overwhelming power and disregard for the Immortal Court, revealing his confidence in the demonic path.
  • The Chess Player (Sanren Xing): Reveals his unique body technique and power of the Heavenly Dao, but is ultimately defeated by Lu Ya.
  • Liu Xuanye: Witnesses Lu Ya's power and becomes aware of his disregard for the Immortal Court's authority.

Significant Themes

  • The power struggle between the demonic path and the Immortal Court.
  • The consequences of defying the Heavenly Dao and the Immortal Court.
  • The theme of death and the inevitability of facing one's fate.

Character Interactions

  • Lu Ya and the Chess Player: Engage in a brief but intense battle, showcasing their unique powers and techniques.
  • Lu Ya and the Seven Adjudicators: Lu Ya demonstrates his disregard for the Immortal Court's authority by killing the adjudicators without hesitation.
  • Lu Ya and Liu Xuanye: Liu Xuanye becomes aware of Lu Ya's disregard for the Immortal Court and his confidence in the demonic path.

Ch. 165Something Big Is About to Happen in the Immortal Realm

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Li Wuxie, the chief of East Floating City, awaits a potential conflict between Lu Ya and the Immortal Court.
  • Lu Ya arrives with Liu Xuanye, having passed the spiritual inspection, and mentions fighting Sanren Xing, an Eleven Lone Traveler.
  • In Southern Imperial City, Lu Ya demonstrates his power by pinning down the entire city for over a hundred breaths, leaving the residents traumatized.

Character Developments

  • Li Wuxie reflects on his past and feels left behind in the world of the strong, missing the woman he once loved.
  • Ouyang Longcheng, the chief adjudicator of the Southern Province, is humiliated and nearly killed by Lu Ya's display of power.

Significant Themes

  • The power dynamics and politics within the Immortal Court.
  • The consequences of Lu Ya's actions and the fear he instills in others.
  • Li Wuxie's nostalgia for his past and the woman he loved.

Character Interactions

  • Li Wuxie and Lu Ya have a brief conversation, with Li Wuxie learning about Lu Ya's fight with Sanren Xing.
  • Lu Ya and Liu Xuanye arrive together, with Lu Ya inviting Li Wuxie to see Liu Xuanye later.
  • Ouyang Longcheng and the other adjudicators discuss the incident and realize the severity of Lu Ya's power.

Ch. 166Don’t Underestimate Me, Old Man!

Summary

Plot Points and Events

  • Southern Imperial City is attacked by a blood-shadow giant hand, causing significant damage.
  • Lin Jiangzi, the Chief Executive of the Southern Province Immortal Court, returns from his travels and investigates the incident.
  • The attack is suspected to be connected to an illegal judgment carried out by Lei Sheng and others in East Floating City, possibly involving the Zhushen Clan from the Immortal Court headquarters.
  • The power behind the attack is believed to be a Demigod Realm cultivator.

Character Developments

  • Lin Jiangzi is revealed to be a Nine-Star Immortal Emperor, known for his travels and relationships.
  • Ouyang Longcheng, the Southern Province Immortal Court's vice-commander, is shown to be critical of Lin Jiangzi's lifestyle but respects his power.
  • Sanren Xing, an Apostle, is revealed to be a formidable powerhouse who can absorb Immortal Emperors and Underworld Emperors.

Significant Themes

  • The power dynamics and politics within the Immortal Court, including the influence of the Zhushen Clan.
  • The consequences of overstepping authority and illegal judgments.
  • The vastness and danger of the abyss, and the powerhouses hidden within it.

Character Interactions

  • Lin Jiangzi and Ouyang Longcheng discuss the attack and its possible connections.
  • Sanren Xing encounters an old swordsman in the abyss and engages in a brief, intense battle.
  • The old swordsman underestimates Sanren Xing, leading to his defeat and absorption.

Ch. 167Senior Sister, I’m a Dad Now

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Sanren Xing, injured, escapes to an uninhabited floating mountain.
  • Senior Liancheng Zi, a powerful and knowledgeable Immortal, finds Sanren Xing and questions him about his injury.
  • Sanren Xing reveals he was defeated by an enemy using resonant force, which he couldn't counter effectively with his spiral force.
  • Liancheng Zi advises Sanren Xing to seek help from their teacher instead of pursuing the enemy himself.

Character Developments

  • Sanren Xing: Realizes his weakness in mastering spiral force and decides to find a promising talent, Gong Youxi, to improve.
  • Liancheng Zi: Shows deep understanding of the cosmos and the Heavenly Dao, but is not interested in fighting. He is sent to investigate Sanren Xing's injury and take over the mission.

Significant Themes

  • The power of different cultivation methods (spiral force vs. resonant force).
  • The vastness and complexity of the cosmos compared to the Immortal Realm.
  • The importance of seeking help and guidance when facing challenges.

Character Interactions

  • Sanren Xing and Liancheng Zi: Liancheng Zi questions Sanren Xing about his injury, and they discuss the reasons behind Sanren Xing's defeat. Liancheng Zi advises Sanren Xing to seek help from their teacher.
  • (Implied) Lu Ya and Ning Zhongzi: Ning Zhongzi worries about Lu Ya's safety and studies pregnancy care to distract herself.

Ch. 168[Big Chapter] Even the Netherworld Has to Give Birth at Home!

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Liu Xuanye is pregnant with Lu Ya's child.
  • Lu Ya prepares a grand New Year's Eve seafood dinner for everyone.
  • Cherry Rabbit Immortal reports on Azure Phoenix City's development.
  • Liu Xuanye reveals her plan to overthrow the Immortal Court.

Character Developments

  • Liu Xuanye: Accepts her pregnancy and the changes it brings, but remains determined to follow her original plan.
  • Ning Zhongzi: Struggles with her feelings for Lu Ya and her loyalty to Liu Xuanye, ultimately deciding to support Liu Xuanye.
  • Lu Ya: Shows his care and consideration for everyone, especially Liu Xuanye, and his pride in his accomplishments.

Significant Themes

  • Fate and Destiny: Liu Xuanye's pregnancy is seen as fate, and she accepts it despite her original plans.
  • Loyalty and Betrayal: Ning Zhongzi grapples with her loyalty to Liu Xuanye and her feelings for Lu Ya.
  • Change and Adaptation: Liu Xuanye and Lu Ya adapt to the changes in their lives, particularly Liu Xuanye's pregnancy.

Character Interactions

  • Liu Xuanye and Ning Zhongzi: Their relationship deepens as they discuss Liu Xuanye's pregnancy and plans.
  • Lu Ya and Wine Fox Immortal: They banter and tease each other while preparing the New Year's Eve dinner.
  • Lu Ya and Cherry Rabbit Immortal: Lu Ya listens to her report on Azure Phoenix City's development, showing interest in the city's growth.

Ch. 169The Nymph's Sweetness, The Seafood's Salt

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Li Wuxie holds a meeting with the East Floating Immortal Court, expressing concerns about Lu Ya's potential threat to East Floating City.
  • Ouyang Longcheng, a high-ranking official from the Southern Province Immortal Court, visits East Floating City to investigate Lu Ya and Liu Xuanye's actions, bringing a jar of Flying Immortal Platform wine as a gift.
  • Lu Ya hosts a New Year's Eve dinner at Bamboo Spring Mountain with Liu Xuanye, Ning Zhongzi, Muyu Feifei, the Wine Fox Immortal, and the Cherry Rabbit Immortal. They make New Year wishes, with Muyu Feifei wishing for daily delicious food, the Cherry Rabbit Immortal hoping for happy lives for all Beast Immortals, the Wine Fox Immortal wishing for the demise of scumbags, and Liu Xuanye hoping for world peace akin to Bamboo Spring Sect.

Character Developments

  • Li Wuxie shows concern for the safety of East Floating City and its citizens, hinting at his growing respect and fear of Lu Ya's power.
  • Ouyang Longcheng demonstrates deference and caution when meeting Lu Ya, indicating his awareness of Lu Ya's strength and status.
  • Lu Ya displays a calm and unhurried demeanor, showing no concern for Liu Xuanye's impending departure and focusing on enjoying the present moment with his companions.
  • Liu Xuanye expresses her hope for world peace and a life similar to Bamboo Spring Sect, revealing her desire for a harmonious and peaceful existence.

Significant Themes

  • Power and Influence: Lu Ya's growing strength and status are acknowledged by both Li Wuxie and Ouyang Longcheng, highlighting the impact of his actions on the Immortal Realm.
  • Happiness and Contentment: The characters express their wishes for a happy and content life, emphasizing the importance of personal fulfillment and satisfaction.
  • Fear and Caution: Li Wuxie and Ouyang Longcheng exhibit fear and caution when dealing with Lu Ya, illustrating the consequences of his actions and the potential threats he poses.

Character Interactions

  • Li Wuxie and Ouyang Longcheng interact with Lu Ya, showing deference and caution in the face of his power and influence.
  • Lu Ya interacts with his companions, including Liu Xuanye, Ning Zhongzi, Muyu Feifei, the Wine Fox Immortal, and the Cherry Rabbit Immortal, displaying affection and camaraderie.
  • Liu Xuanye interacts with Lu Ya, expressing her hopes and desires for the future, as well as her love and affection for him.

Ch. 170The Gravity of the Ancient Era

Plot Points and Events

  • Lu Ya hosts a New Year's Eve dinner with seafood from the Reverse Spiral Sea, using his max-level cooking skills.
  • They play a game of Three-player Fight the Landlord, with Cherry Rabbit Immortal winning the most.
  • Wine Fox Immortal and Muyu Feifei leave after eating their fill, followed by Cherry Rabbit Immortal.
  • Liu Xuanye prepares to leave, giving Ning Zhongzi a bamboo flask and a heartfelt goodbye.
  • Liu Xuanye departs, leaving Lu Ya and Ning Zhongzi alone on the Sword Terrace.

Character Developments

  • Lu Ya: Shows his culinary skills and understanding of the game, but is humbled by the others' quick learning. He remains calm and supportive when Liu Xuanye leaves.
  • Liu Xuanye: Decides to leave to handle matters at the Apostles' headquarters. She shows concern for Ning Zhongzi and leaves without fanfare.
  • Ning Zhongzi: Struggles to accept Liu Xuanye's departure, breaking down in tears. She carves a bamboo flask as a gift for Liu Xuanye.
  • Wine Fox Immortal: Shows her competitive nature and love for gambling. She's disappointed with her team's performance but enjoys the game.
  • Cherry Rabbit Immortal: Proves to be a skilled card player, winning the most rounds. She's timid but confident in her abilities.

Significant Themes

  • Parting and loss: Liu Xuanye's departure highlights the impermanence of relationships and the pain of separation.
  • Competition and camaraderie: The card game brings out the competitive nature of the immortals but also fosters a sense of camaraderie.
  • The past and the unknown: Lu Ya's mention of gravity and Liu Xuanye's knowledge of it hint at their mysterious backgrounds and the ancient past.

Character Interactions

  • Lu Ya and Liu Xuanye: They share a tender moment as Liu Xuanye prepares to leave. Lu Ya supports Ning Zhongzi after Liu Xuanye's departure.
  • Liu Xuanye and Ning Zhongzi: They exchange a heartfelt goodbye, with Liu Xuanye giving Ning Zhongzi a gift and expressing her care.
  • Lu Ya, Liu Xuanye, and Ning Zhongzi: The three of them spend the evening together, enjoying the meal and the game, creating a sense of unity and belonging.

Ch. 171Lu Ya's Sage Mode

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Lu Ya returns to Azure Phoenix City and finds Ning Zhongzi in a frail state, worrying about Liu Xuanye and her child leaving.
  • Fan Ni visits Azure Phoenix City to buy Dragon Bone Soup and asks Lu Ya about Zhang Lianxin's whereabouts.
  • Lu Ya goes incognito to enjoy the New Year's temple fair, learns about Xiao Die's disappearance, and visits Ban Yue at her family's shop.
  • Lu Ya decides to attend the upcoming Caiyun Immortal Class Assembly to exhibit an artifact.
  • Lu Ya encounters the old blind beggar and his story-telling session with children.

Character Developments

  • Lu Ya: He shows concern for Ning Zhongzi's wellbeing and decides to attend the assembly to exhibit an artifact, showing his interest in the event.
  • Ning Zhongzi: She is worried about Liu Xuanye and her child, showing her caring side. She also works diligently in Azure Phoenix City.
  • Fan Ni: He is worried about Zhang Lianxin and the White Lotus Sect's safety, showing his loyalty and responsibility.
  • Xiao Die: Her disappearance raises suspicion, hinting at her possible true identity and intentions.
  • Ban Yue: She creates a new Lu Ya doll with improved realism and suggests Lu Ya build another armored suit to exhibit at the assembly.

Significant Themes

  • The passage of time and change (Lu Ya's thoughts about life and plans, the old beggar's story as a metaphor for life).
  • The power of art and its influence (Xiao Die's art, Ban Yue's dolls).
  • The importance of work and responsibility (Ning Zhongzi's dedication, Fan Ni's worry for the sect).

Character Interactions

  • Lu Ya and Ning Zhongzi: They share a moment of concern for each other, showing their sibling-like bond.
  • Lu Ya and Fan Ni: They discuss Zhang Lianxin's situation and the White Lotus Sect's safety, showing Lu Ya's willingness to help.
  • Lu Ya and Ban Yue: They discuss the Caiyun Immortal Class Assembly and the possibility of exhibiting an artifact, showing their shared interest in artifact-refining.
  • The old beggar and the children: They share stories, showing the power of storytelling and the bond between the old beggar and the children.

Ch. 172I'm Just Craving Her, I'm Honest, I Deserve Praise!

Summary

Plot Points and Events

  • Lu Ya meets Ouyang Longcheng, the head of the Southern Province Immortal Court's First Protective Judgment Squad, at Thousand Games Den.
  • Ouyang Longcheng apologizes for the Zhushen Clan's actions and offers support for Azure Phoenix City and Bamboo Spring Sect.
  • Lu Ya learns about the Zhushen Clan's influence and the upcoming Caiyun Immortal Class Assembly.
  • Ouyang Longcheng warns Lu Ya about Liu Xuanye's true identity.
  • Lu Ya delivers a New Year's address and invites Ouyang Longcheng to announce the Southern Province Immortal Court's support for Azure Phoenix City.
  • Lu Ya massages Ning Zhongzi and Cherry Rabbit Immortal, expressing his intention to rely on them more for city management.
  • The New Year begins, and Liu Xuanye's whereabouts are unknown, but Lu Ya suspects she's involved in a killing.

Character Developments

  • Lu Ya shows concern for his senior sister and Cherry Rabbit Immortal, indicating a growth in his leadership and responsibility.
  • Ouyang Longcheng demonstrates his political acumen and willingness to compromise to maintain peace.
  • Liu Xuanye's true identity and intentions remain mysterious, hinting at a complex background.

Significant Themes

  • Power dynamics and political maneuvering, as seen in the interactions between Lu Ya, Ouyang Longcheng, and the Zhushen Clan.
  • The importance of trust and understanding in relationships, as shown in Lu Ya's growing bond with his senior sister and Cherry Rabbit Immortal.

Character Interactions

  • Lu Ya and Ouyang Longcheng: Lu Ya manipulates Ouyang Longcheng into announcing the Southern Province Immortal Court's support for Azure Phoenix City, showing his cunning and lack of fear.
  • Lu Ya and Liu Xuanye: Lu Ya expresses concern for Liu Xuanye's safety but also shows curiosity about her actions, hinting at a complex relationship.
  • Lu Ya, Ning Zhongzi, and Cherry Rabbit Immortal: Lu Ya shows appreciation for their hard work, fostering a stronger bond and indicating his trust in them.

Ch. 173Gong Youxi’s Public Humiliation

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Gong Youxi, an Apostle, is bound on a wooden pillar in the Dry Domain's Floating Mountain, accused of treachery for advising Yuan Wuzi to find Lu Ya, who was later killed.
  • Two Apostle priests, Sanjiangzi and Wen Xuanzi, plan to execute Gong Youxi, but the Zither-Playing Fairy, another priest and a Seven-Star Immortal Monarch, arrives and intervenes.
  • The Zither-Playing Fairy uses the Deceit Speech Curse to determine Gong Youxi's innocence, and she passes the test. The Zither-Playing Fairy then appoints Gong Youxi as the new sacrificial priest.
  • Liu Xuanye, disguised, appears beside Gong Youxi and saves her, revealing her presence only to Gong Youxi.

Character Developments

  • Gong Youxi demonstrates her acting skills and loyalty to the Apostles, earning the Zither-Playing Fairy's trust.
  • Liu Xuanye's power and cultivation increase significantly in a short time, indicating her rapid growth.
  • The Zither-Playing Fairy shows concern for Gong Youxi's well-being and upholds justice within the Apostles.

Significant Themes

  • Loyalty and Betrayal: Gong Youxi's loyalty is tested, and her actions are scrutinized for signs of betrayal.
  • Power Dynamics: The power struggle within the Apostles is evident, with different priests having varying levels of influence.
  • Illusion and Reality: Liu Xuanye's presence is an illusion, highlighting the theme of reality versus perception.

Character Interactions

  • Gong Youxi and the Apostles: Gong Youxi interacts with the Apostles, trying to prove her loyalty and innocence.
  • Gong Youxi and Liu Xuanye: Liu Xuanye's presence is a secret between her and Gong Youxi, showing their bond and Liu Xuanye's protection of Gong Youxi.
  • The Zither-Playing Fairy and other Apostles: The Zither-Playing Fairy interacts with Sanjiangzi and Wen Xuanzi, asserting her authority and making decisions for the Apostles.

Ch. 174Two Months Later

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Liu Xuanye rescues Gong Youxi from the Apostles, revealing herself to be a Nine-Star Immortal Venerable.
  • Sanren Xing, an Eleven Lone Traveler, appears and battles the Apostles, but is ultimately defeated by the Chief Helmsman.
  • Liu Xuanye and Gong Youxi observe the battle from above, with Liu Xuanye planning to investigate the Immortal Pirate King's plans next.
  • In Azure Phoenix City, Lu Ya discusses the city's future development with Cherry Rabbit Immortal, revealing his plans for Ring Mountain Immortal City and the establishment of various offices for city management.

Character Developments

  • Liu Xuanye demonstrates her power and cunning, rescuing Gong Youxi and revealing her true strength to the Apostles.
  • Gong Youxi shows her loyalty and resourcefulness, recognizing Sanren Xing despite his disguise.
  • Lu Ya reveals his vision for Azure Phoenix City's future, showing his strategic thinking and ambition.
  • Cherry Rabbit Immortal displays her intelligence and initiative, questioning Lu Ya about the city's future and taking notes on his plans.

Significant Themes

  • Power and deception: Liu Xuanye's true strength and intentions remain hidden, while Sanren Xing uses deception to capture Gong Youxi.
  • Ambition and planning: Lu Ya's grand plans for Azure Phoenix City and Ring Mountain Immortal City show his long-term vision.
  • Loyalty and resourcefulness: Gong Youxi's loyalty to Liu Xuanye and her quick thinking in recognizing Sanren Xing demonstrate her valuable qualities.

Character Interactions

  • Liu Xuanye and Gong Youxi: Liu Xuanye rescues Gong Youxi and plans to use her as a tool, while Gong Youxi admires Liu Xuanye's power and cunning.
  • Lu Ya and Cherry Rabbit Immortal: Lu Ya shares his plans for the city with Cherry Rabbit Immortal, who takes notes and asks insightful questions.
  • The Apostles and Sanren Xing: The Apostles battle Sanren Xing, revealing their strength and unity, while Sanren Xing demonstrates his power and cunning.

Ch. 175The Three Realms Academy

Key Plot Points and Events

  • The chapter introduces True Person Zhushen, a powerful figure in the Colored Cloud Immortal Domain, who is forging seven ring settings.
  • True Person Huang Li, Zhushen's disciple, reports that he found the Wilderness Emperor, who is suspected to be one of the seven men Zhushen is searching for.
  • True Person Huang Li brings Wang Ye, the former captain of the Six-Sail Fleet, as a captive to Zhushen.
  • Wang Ye, disguised as Huang Li, attempts to assassinate Zhushen but fails. Zhushen kills Wang Ye and absorbs his power.
  • At the Academy, Sanren Xing is being held by his teacher, Liancheng Zi, to improve his chess skills. Liancheng Zi is sent to the Colored Cloud Immortal Domain to investigate Zhushen's activities.

Character Developments

  • True Person Zhushen: Revealed to be a powerful figure with a mysterious past, he is searching for seven individuals and is willing to go to great lengths to capture them.
  • True Person Huang Li: Displays loyalty to Zhushen but is ultimately betrayed by Wang Ye.
  • Wang Ye: Shows cunning and determination in his attempt to assassinate Zhushen but underestimates his enemy's power.
  • Sanren Xing: Struggles with his loneliness and desire for battle, improving his chess skills under his teacher's guidance.
  • Liancheng Zi: Sent to investigate Zhushen's activities, shows reluctance but ultimately accepts his mission.

Significant Themes

  • Power and ambition: Zhushen's pursuit of the seven individuals and his willingness to capture or kill them highlights the theme of power and ambition in the Immortal Realm.
  • Betrayal and loyalty: Huang Li's betrayal by Wang Ye and Wang Ye's attempt to assassinate Zhushen illustrate the themes of betrayal and loyalty.
  • Loneliness and desire for connection: Sanren Xing's struggle with his loneliness and desire for battle emphasizes the theme of the desire for connection and belonging.

Character Interactions

  • True Person Zhushen and True Person Huang Li: Their interaction reveals Huang Li's loyalty to Zhushen and Zhushen's willingness to accept information from his disciples.
  • Wang Ye and True Person Zhushen: Their interaction highlights Wang Ye's cunning and Zhushen's overwhelming power.
  • Sanren Xing and his teacher: Their interaction shows Sanren Xing's desire for battle and his teacher's guidance in improving his skills.
  • Liancheng Zi and the old man: Their interaction reveals Liancheng Zi's reluctance to take on his mission and the old man's determination to have him investigate Zhushen's activities.

Ch. 176Senior Sister, Hug Me...

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Lu Ya, after two months of seclusion, realizes he's been misunderstood and no one has been bringing him food or tending to him.
  • He finally comes down the mountain and sees the developments in Azure Phoenix City, feeling a sense of accomplishment.
  • Two representatives from Bai Ye, an Immortal Thief organization, arrive in Azure Phoenix City to meet Lu Ya, led by Chen Ziyue, a high-ranking merchant lady, and accompanied by Elder Zhong, a Nine Star Immortal Emperor.
  • Lu Ya, after a brief exchange, demonstrates his power by incapacitating Elder Zhong without killing him, impressing Chen Ziyue and showing his disinterest in dealing with Immortal Thieves.
  • Chen Ziyue reveals that they have a major business deal to discuss regarding the upcoming Caiyun Immortal Class Assembly.

Character Developments

  • Lu Ya: Realizes the misunderstanding about his seclusion, feels accomplished seeing the city's developments, and shows his power and disinterest in dealing with Immortal Thieves.
  • Chen Ziyue: Initially arrogant, she becomes humble and respectful after seeing Lu Ya's power, showing her business acumen and adaptability.
  • Elder Zhong: Shows his power as a Nine Star Immortal Emperor but is easily incapacitated by Lu Ya, highlighting the power gap between them.

Significant Themes

  • Power and Respect: Lu Ya's display of power earns him respect from Chen Ziyue, while Elder Zhong's lack of power leads to his incapacitation.
  • Business and Deals: The representatives from Bai Ye come to Azure Phoenix City to discuss a major business deal, highlighting the importance of business and deals in the Immortal Realm.

Character Interactions

  • Lu Ya and Chen Ziyue: Their interaction shows Lu Ya's disinterest in dealing with Immortal Thieves and Chen Ziyue's adaptability and respect for power.
  • Lu Ya and Elder Zhong: Their interaction highlights Lu Ya's power and Elder Zhong's lack of power, leading to his incapacitation.
  • Lu Ya and Ning Zhongzi: Though not present in this chapter, their relationship is mentioned, showing Lu Ya's affection for her and her role as a mentor and guide to him.

Ch. 177Who Reigns Supreme in Rune-Controlled Machine Tools

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Lu Ya meets Chen Ziyue, a representative from Bai Ye, who offers a dragon egg in exchange for Lu Ya's help in obtaining the God-Connecting Order at the upcoming Caiyun Immortal Class Assembly.
  • Lu Ya agrees to the deal, with the condition that Bai Ye establishes a high-level branch in Azure Phoenix City.
  • Lu Ya visits the Immortal Engineering Bureau, where he finds Ban Yue working on a rune-controlled machine tool.

Character Developments

  • Lu Ya shows interest in the well-being of his unborn child, demonstrating his growing paternal instincts.
  • Chen Ziyue displays professionalism and decisiveness in her dealings with Lu Ya.
  • Ban Yue shows dedication to her work, even during working hours.

Significant Themes

  • The power of deals and negotiations in achieving goals.
  • The importance of family and offspring in Lu Ya's life.
  • The potential of technology and innovation, as represented by the Immortal Engineering Bureau.

Character Interactions

  • Lu Ya and Chen Ziyue engage in a tense yet productive negotiation, leading to a mutually beneficial deal.
  • Lu Ya interacts with Ban Yue, showing concern for her well-being during work hours.

Ch. 178Thirty-Six Styles of Killing Ning Zhongzi

Summary

Plot Points and Events

  • Lu Ya encounters a Ban Yue puppet, leading to a discussion about Ban Yue's other teacher.
  • Lu Ya decides to take a Ban Yue puppet with him to the Caiyun Immortal Class Assembly.
  • Lu Ya reveals a Spirit Stone Flying Car design to Ban Yue, which could revolutionize the Immortal Realm.
  • Lu Ya goes to Thousand Games Den, where he finds Wine Fox Immortal gambling. He agrees to attend the Caiyun Immortal Class Assembly in exchange for Chen Daozai returning his and Wine Fox Immortal's lost money.
  • Lu Ya and Wine Fox Immortal go to the Ten Thousand Flower Pavilion, where they plan to meet Xiao Die.

Character Developments

  • Ban Yue shows remarkable technical skill and initiative in creating Ban Yue puppets.
  • Lu Ya demonstrates his ability to adapt to new situations and his understanding of the Immortal Realm's potential.
  • Wine Fox Immortal shows backbone in refusing to give up her winnings, but also acknowledges her debt to Lu Ya.

Significant Themes

  • The struggle for resources and power in the Immortal Realm.
  • The potential impact of new technologies on the Immortal Realm.
  • The complex relationships between characters, including mentorship, debt, and trust.

Character Interactions

  • Lu Ya and Ban Yue discuss her skills and the Spirit Stone Flying Car.
  • Lu Ya and Wine Fox Immortal argue about money and Lu Ya's past actions.
  • Lu Ya and Wine Fox Immortal discuss their plans to meet Xiao Die at the Ten Thousand Flower Pavilion.

Ch. 179Let Her Receive Guests

Key Plot Points and Events

  • Lu Ya visits Xiao Die at Ten Thousand Flower Pavilion. Xiao Die hints at her identity and the abnormalities in Caiyun City, but Lu Ya remains unfazed.
  • Lu Ya spends all of Wine Fox Immortal's money on Azure Phoenix City's skilled attendants.
  • Wine Fox Immortal starts receiving clients at Ten Thousand Flower Pavilion and becomes popular, earning a significant amount of Immortal Crystals.
  • Lu Ya, Muyu Feifei, and Wine Fox Immortal set out for Caiyun City.

Character Developments

  • Xiao Die: Reveals her identity as a spy and hints at her true strength. She tries to probe Lu Ya's power but fails.
  • Lu Ya: Shows his nonchalance and thick skin, not reacting to Xiao Die's hints. He spends Wine Fox Immortal's money on artistic exchanges and later tries to reason with her about sharing her earnings.
  • Wine Fox Immortal: Becomes popular as a performer, earning a significant amount of money. She refuses to share her earnings with Lu Ya.

Significant Themes

  • Art vs. Lust: Lu Ya's interactions with Xiao Die and Wine Fox Immortal highlight his appreciation for art and disinterest in lustful pursuits.
  • Power Dynamics: Lu Ya's interactions with Xiao Die and Wine Fox Immortal showcase his power and influence, as well as his ability to navigate complex relationships.

Character Interactions

  • Lu Ya and Xiao Die: They engage in a game of cat and mouse, with Xiao Die trying to probe Lu Ya's strength and Lu Ya remaining unfazed.
  • Lu Ya and Wine Fox Immortal: Lu Ya tries to reason with Wine Fox Immortal about sharing her earnings, but she refuses. Their dynamic is playful and antagonistic.
  • Muyu Feifei and Ning Zhongzi: The two little girls are upset about leaving Azure Phoenix Academy and express their displeasure to Lu Ya.

Ch. 180A Backward Glance in the Time-Stopped Wormhole

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

  • The Immortal Class Assembly is hosted by the local Immortal Court, with three tiers: Immortal Domain, Six Courts, and Headquarters.
  • The Caiyun Immortal Class Assembly is revealed to be the second tier, the Southern Court Immortal Class Assembly, moved due to a divination predicting safety issues on the Southern Court Continent.
  • Lu Ya and his group are the last to teleport to Caiyun City, with Lu Ya being the only one conscious within the wormhole.

Character Developments

  • Lu Ya remains indifferent and unperturbed, even in the wormhole.
  • Muyu Feifei is frightened by the teleportation process.
  • Wine Fox Immortal is drunk and oblivious.
  • Lord Snowfall, a core disciple of the White Lotus Sect, is introduced, with Lu Ya finding her somewhat strange.

Significant Themes

  • The power of divination and its influence on events.
  • The hierarchy and structure of the Immortal Court and its assemblies.
  • Lu Ya's indifference and detachment from others' emotions and situations.

Character Interactions

  • Lu Ya interacts with Lord Snowfall, finding her unusual.
  • Lu Ya's group and the White Lotus Sect's group teleport together, with Lu Ya being the only conscious one.
  • Lu Ya's group members react differently to the teleportation process, with Muyu Feifei being frightened and Wine Fox Immortal being drunk and unaware.
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