Ch. 21This Taoist Is Very Suspicious!
Key Plot Points and Events
- Qiusheng, under the influence of a ghost, expresses his desire to live with Fei Luo instead of cultivating his Dao.
- Fei Luo reveals the true forms of the ghosts and monsters in the Dong Family Courtyard using his Soul Capture Art.
- Fei Luo effortlessly slays three ghosts with his treasure weapon, the Flowing Cloud Sword.
- Dong Xiaoyu, the most powerful ghost present, confronts Qiusheng and Fei Luo, manipulating the wind and revealing her rotting face.
Character Developments
- Qiusheng: Realizes the danger of the situation and regrets his earlier actions. He becomes terrified upon seeing Dong Xiaoyu's true form.
- Fei Luo: Demonstrates his power and confidence in dealing with ghosts, revealing his excitement at the prospect of defeating them for rewards.
- Dong Xiaoyu: Shows her true form and power, manipulating the wind and expressing her sorrow and anger towards Qiusheng.
Significant Themes
- The duality of appearance and reality: The ghosts and monsters initially appear as humans, but their true forms are revealed.
- The power of cultivation: Fei Luo's cultivation allows him to see through the ghosts' illusions and defeat them with ease.
- Love and betrayal: Dong Xiaoyu's love for Qiusheng is twisted, and she feels betrayed when he sides with Fei Luo against her.
Character Interactions
- Fei Luo and Qiusheng: Fei Luo protects Qiusheng and teases him about his relationship with Dong Xiaoyu. Qiusheng relies on Fei Luo for protection.
- Dong Xiaoyu and Qiusheng: Dong Xiaoyu expresses her sorrow and anger towards Qiusheng for not standing by her and for allowing Fei Luo to kill her kin.
- Fei Luo and the ghosts: The ghosts are initially surprised and confused by Fei Luo's behavior and power, leading to a standoff.