Ch. 1Jiuyin Sees the Future; Heaven's Will and Hongjun Will Not Tolerate the Witch Race
Key Plot Points and Events
- The Ancestral Witches, after their failure against Di Jun and the Eastern Emperor, discuss their next steps.
- They decide to hand over decision-making power to Zhu Jiuyin, the Ancestral Witch of Time, due to his accurate predictions.
- Zhu Jiuyin, having glimpsed the future, understands that the Witch Race is targeted by the Heavenly Dao and Hongjun.
Character Developments
- Zhu Jiuyin: Realizes the gravity of the Witch Race's situation and accepts the responsibility of leading the Ancestral Witches.
- Dijiang: Admits defeat and agrees to follow Zhu Jiuyin's lead, showing maturity and acceptance of his role as the eldest Ancestral Witch.
Significant Themes
- The Heavenly Dao's indifference and potential malice towards the Witch Race.
- The burden and karma the Witch Race bears for the Primordial World's stability.
- The power dynamics between the Ancestral Witches and the Heavenly Dao/Hongjun.
Character Interactions
- Dijiang and Zhu Jiuyin: Dijiang acknowledges Zhu Jiuyin's leadership, marking a shift in their dynamic.
- The Ancestral Witches: They unite behind Zhu Jiuyin, showing a new level of cohesion and respect for his wisdom.
- Zhu Jiuyin and the Heavenly Dao/Hongjun: Zhu Jiuyin feels resentment towards the Heavenly Dao and Hongjun for targeting the Witch Race, but understands the futility of challenging them directly.