Ch. 461Opportunity came knocking
Key plot points and events
- Di Tian tells Qian Xunji that the Dragon Clan has no secret cultivation technique. Qian dismisses the dragons as useless.
- Bi Ji comes looking for Di Tian. Qian recognizes that her Emerald Swan powers might be useful and asks whether she has any life gold.
- Di Tian offers to fetch it, but Qian insists Bi Ji stay behind—effectively making her an unwilling “feather fan” while he waits. Di Tian returns with several pieces of life gold, which Qian takes.
- Before leaving, Qian tells Di Tian that serving the Silver Dragon King offers no future. The remark lingers with Di Tian, though he sees little choice in his loyalty.
- While walking through the Star Dou Forest, Qian is attacked by a Dark Demon Evil God Tiger. He recognizes it as a chance to obtain its unusual divine power.
- The tiger’s powerful attacks fail to damage Qian’s expensive Soul-Guide Power Armor. When it tries to flee, Qian leaps onto its back and clings on as it rolls in an attempt to throw him off.
Character developments and interactions
- Qian Xunji is calculating, irreverent, and opportunistic. He treats Bi Ji as a convenient tool rather than a respected Ferocious Beast, gathers life gold as a safeguard, and eagerly pursues the tiger’s power.
- Di Tian is cautious around Qian and protective of Bi Ji, but ultimately complies with Qian’s demands. Qian’s criticism of his service to the Silver Dragon King prompts private reflection.
- Bi Ji is confused and offended by being made to fan Qian instead of being asked to use her healing abilities. Her encounter highlights the mismatch between her status and Qian’s casual treatment of her.
Significant themes
- Self-reliance and mistrust: Qian prefers to secure his own resources rather than depend on others.
- Power, utility, and exploitation: Qian evaluates others by how their abilities can benefit him, while Di Tian and Bi Ji have little control over how he treats them.
- Loyalty and uncertain futures: Di Tian’s devotion to the Silver Dragon King is challenged by Qian’s blunt warning.
- Opportunity and risk: Qian sees the tiger’s attack not as a threat but as a rare chance to gain power, trusting his armor to protect him.