Ch. 21Back to Nuoding
Key Plot Points and Events
- Jiang Jiu and his group hunt a three-hundred-year-old Black-Striped Ghost Leopard.
- Jiang Jiu absorbs the soul ring and obtains the Waist Bow skill.
- Jiang Jiu's physical growth is influenced by his martial soul, leading to increased running distance and strength training.
- Jiang Jiu and Xiao Wu engage in Soft Technique sparring, with Jiang Jiu now able to compete on equal footing.
- Jiang Jiu and Xiao Wu go to look at houses outside the Nuoding Academy.
Character Developments
- Jiang Jiu: Absorbs his first soul ring, grows taller, and improves his physical abilities. He also becomes more confident in his Soft Technique skills, engaging in sparring with Xiao Wu.
- Xiao Wu: Shows no grief for the Ghost Leopard, indicating her acceptance of the food chain. She enjoys sparring with Jiang Jiu and teases him about shopping.
Significant Themes
- Growth and development: Jiang Jiu's physical growth and improvement in skills reflect his progress as a soul master.
- Competition and camaraderie: The sparring between Jiang Jiu and Xiao Wu highlights their friendly rivalry and mutual growth.
- Acceptance of one's place in the world: Xiao Wu's lack of grief for the Ghost Leopard shows her understanding of the natural order.
Character Interactions
- Jiang Jiu and Xiao Wu: Their friendly competition and mutual growth are emphasized through sparring and daily interactions.
- Jiang Jiu and the Nuoding Dean: The Dean helps Jiang Jiu hunt the Ghost Leopard and expresses his willingness to assist Jiang Jiu in the future.
- Jiang Jiu and Yu Xiaogang: Yu Xiaogang provides information about the Ghost Leopard and expresses his appreciation for Jiang Jiu's help.