Chapter Summaries

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Medical Department's envoys, including title-class figures Zhou Tongyuan and Chu Die, arrive in Xuanyuan, increasing pressure on the Central Council.
• Wen Xiu, seeking help from Ji Tianren, finds him weakened and accepting his fate due to not joining the Medical Department.
• Wan Chaohu, the leader of the New Faction, meets Wen Xiu and reveals that Gu Shenxiu (Bone Demon) was involved in Lu Sang's death, suggesting they should stand together against the Medical Department.
• Tong Ge, a Plague Exterminator, seeks reinforcements against the Medical Department's Withdrawal Corps.
• Ji Tianren reveals his title, [Heavenly Being], and challenges Zhou Tongyuan and Chu Die.

Character Developments

• Wen Xiu shows determination to save Xuanyuan and is willing to seek help from powerful figures like Ji Tianren.
• Ji Tianren accepts his fate of weakening due to not joining the Medical Department and decides to fight against them one last time.
• Wan Chaohu shows understanding of the situation and is willing to work with Wen Xiu against the Medical Department.
• Tong Ge continues to fight against the Medical Department and seeks reinforcements.

Significant Themes

• The consequences of not joining the Medical Department and the power it holds.
• The struggle against the Medical Department's growing influence and the need for unity among opposing forces.
• The determination to fight against disease and corruption, even in the face of overwhelming odds.

Character Interactions

• Wen Xiu and Ji Tianren: Wen Xiu seeks help from Ji Tianren, but finds him weakened and accepting his fate. Ji Tianren reveals his title and decides to fight against the Medical Department.
• Wen Xiu and Wan Chaohu: They meet and discuss the need to stand together against the Medical Department, acknowledging that they have the same purpose.
• Tong Ge and the Withdrawal Corps: Tong Ge fights against the Withdrawal Corps and seeks reinforcements.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhou Zhi, the second president of the Patient Association, arrives in Xuanyuan with Yan Nü, an external member and his personal Instrument Nurse.
• Zhou Zhi and his group watch the battle between Ji Tianren (Heavenly Being Dean) and Chu Die (Medical Department's title-class Plague Exterminator) from a patrol airship.
• Ji Tianren uses his Plague Extermination Art [Five Declines of Heavenly Beings] against Chu Die, who counters with [Conformity Effect] and [Psychological Suggestion], causing mass suicides in Great Capital.
• Chu Die activates her technique domain [Death Induction], using the nutrients from the deceased to strengthen herself.

Character Developments

• Zhou Zhi shows his strategic mind and knowledge about title-class Plague Exterminators to his companions.
• Ji Tianren demonstrates his power and resolve in the face of Chu Die's psychological attacks.
• Chu Die reveals her nobility status and the unique abilities of her title-class, further establishing her as a formidable opponent.

Significant Themes

• The power and danger of psychological Plague Extermination Arts.
• The impact of titles and their corresponding arts on Plague Exterminators.
• The consequences of humanity forgetting reverence and the importance of reverence in society.

Character Interactions

• Zhou Zhi teaches Gu Shenxiu, Wen Liuchun, and Yan Nü about title-class Plague Exterminators and their abilities.
• Ji Tianren and Chu Die engage in a battle of wills and powers, showcasing their unique abilities and strategies.
• The people of Great Capital are affected by Chu Die's psychological Plague Extermination Art, leading to mass suicides.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chu Die's Plague Extermination Arts focus on psychological phenomena, making her a formidable opponent against those with weak mental strength.
• Ji Tianren uses his title-level power, 'Youth to White Hair', to temporarily suppress his Five Decays of Heavenly Being.
• Ji Tianren and Chu Die engage in a fierce battle, with Ji Tianren ultimately being impaled by Zhou Tongyuan's bone pillar, and Chu Die becoming infected with the Five Decays.
• Zhou Tongyuan reveals that the Five Decays are not disease transformations and can only be treated by returning to the Medical Department.

Character Developments

• Ji Tianren's past is revealed, showing his journey from a brilliant Plague Exterminator to the dean of Xuanyuan First Medical Academy, and his regret in obtaining his title from a rotting corpse.
• Chu Die's true nature is shown as she discards her gentle demeanor and expresses her desire to return to the Medical Department to treat her Five Decays infection.

Significant Themes

• The power of the mind and its vulnerability to psychological manipulation.
• The consequences of relying on external power (like titles) and the regret that can come with it.
• The importance of self-reliance and fighting for one's own beliefs.

Character Interactions

• Ji Tianren and Chu Die engage in a battle of wills, with Ji Tianren determined to protect Xuanyuan and Chu Die seeking to gain power for herself.
• Zhou Tongyuan betrays Ji Tianren, impaling him with a bone pillar and revealing his true allegiance to the Medical Department.
• Zhou Zhi, Zhou Tongyuan, and Jiang Wulong observe the battle, with Zhou Zhi expressing admiration for Ji Tianren's unique power and Jiang Wulong showing concern for his dean.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The mysterious second-generation President of the Great Abyss, later revealed to be from Xuanyuan, arrives in a patrol airship, intervening in a battle between Title-level beings.
• The President requests the Medical Department's Title-level beings, Twenty-Three and Zhou Tongyuan, to spare Xuanyuan's Heavenly Being Dean, Ji Tianren, as a favor.
• The President offers a deal: Xuanyuan will remain silent about the Medical Department's takeover of the Xuanyuan Central Council in exchange for Ji Tianren's life.
• The Medical Department's Title-level beings agree to the President's terms, with conditions: they will take back Ji Tianren's title after his death, enjoy absolute authority in Xuanyuan, and no one, including the President, can interfere.

Character Developments

• The President: Revealed to be from Xuanyuan, he demonstrates his power and influence, defying the Medical Department's Title-level beings.
• Zhou Tongyuan and Chu Die: They assess the President's strength and decide to accept his terms to avoid potential risks.
• Ji Tianren: He reverts to his aged and defeated state, unable to speak or fight.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and influence: The President's arrival shifts the balance of power, forcing the Medical Department's Title-level beings to negotiate.
• Defiance of authority: The President challenges the Medical Department's control over Xuanyuan, echoing the former president's rebellion.
• The cost of power: The Medical Department's Title-level beings weigh the risks of fighting the President against the potential loss of their own lives.

Character Interactions

• The President vs. Zhou Tongyuan and Chu Die: The President's calm and confident demeanor forces the Medical Department's Title-level beings to reassess their strategy.
• Zhou Tongyuan and Chu Die: They communicate silently, deciding to accept the President's terms to avoid a direct confrontation.
• Ji Tianren and the President: Though not directly interacting, Ji Tianren's life is the central point of negotiation between the President and the Medical Department.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Medical Department swiftly invades Xuanyuan, medicalizing it and consolidating power.
• The Wan Family, Xuanyuan's foremost aristocratic family, is bloodily suppressed, with many members dying and surrendering.
• The Medical Department plans to use Xuanyuan's people as test subjects for their experiments.
• Wen Xiu and Tong Ge attempt to flee the Great Capital but are intercepted by the Medical Department's Withdrawal Corps.
• Wen Liuchun appears and kills Bai Ting, the squad captain, allowing Wen Xiu and Tong Ge to escape.
• Wen Liuchun informs Wen Xiu that the president wants to see her.

Character Developments

• Zhou Tongyuan, the Medical Department's leader, is shown to be ruthless and power-hungry, willing to use Xuanyuan's people as test subjects.
• Wen Xiu, the leader of the New Faction, remains determined and resilient despite the Medical Department's invasion.
• Wen Liuchun, No. 9 of the Patient Association, demonstrates her power and commitment to protecting Xuanyuan's people.

Significant Themes

• The Medical Department's disregard for human life and their willingness to use people as test subjects.
• The struggle for power and control between the Medical Department and Xuanyuan's factions.
• The resilience and determination of Xuanyuan's people in the face of adversity.

Character Interactions

• Zhou Tongyuan interacts with his subordinates, discussing the Medical Department's plans for Xuanyuan and the Chengyun Dynasty.
• Wen Xiu and Tong Ge attempt to flee together but are separated when Wen Liuchun intervenes.
• Wen Liuchun interacts with Wen Xiu, informing her that the president wants to see her and helping her escape.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wen Xiu, a young and capable political leader, returns to find the world changed after Zhou Zhi's death and the Medical Department's rise.
• She decides to rally the remnants of the Six Nations and gather the world's strongest individuals to fight against the Medical Department.
• Wen Xiu meets with the new President, who is revealed to be Zhou Zhi, alive and well.

Character Developments

• Wen Xiu: Realizes the true power of the Medical Department and understands that she needs to gather allies to fight against it. She also discovers that Zhou Zhi, the man she had admired, is still alive.
• Zhou Zhi: Reveals himself to Wen Xiu, showing that he has been alive all along.

Significant Themes

• Power and its sources: Wen Xiu learns that the Medical Department's power comes from pestilence-extermination technology, while Zhou Zhi's power comes from his identity as the President.
• Resilience and adaptability: Both Wen Xiu and Zhou Zhi demonstrate their ability to adapt to changing circumstances and continue fighting despite setbacks.

Character Interactions

• Wen Xiu and Zhou Zhi: Their reunion is filled with surprise, disbelief, and a renewed sense of purpose. Zhou Zhi reassures Wen Xiu, telling her to smile despite the harsh circumstances.
• Wen Liuchun and Jiang Wulong: They meet for the first time, and Jiang Wulong asks Wen Liuchun to convey a message to the President. Wen Liuchun also shows compassion towards Ji Tianren, demonstrating her professionalism as a doctor.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhou Zhi recounts his past actions, including his rebirth using cellular technology, regaining control of the Patient Association, and preparing to strike back against the Medical Department.
• Wen Xiu reveals she thought Zhou Zhi was dead and is happy to see him alive. Zhou Zhi praises her efforts in keeping the New Faction running and warns her about the Medical Department's plans to target Ultimate Bliss next.
• Ji Tianren, on his deathbed, reveals to Wen Liuchun that the Medical Department's origin is linked to "Father," the source of Pestilence, and that they plan to use the entire continent as a sacrifice to "Father God."
• Zhou Zhi overhears this and decides not to share the information with Wen Xiu, instead urging her to prepare for the Heavenly Being Dean's impending death.

Character Developments

• Zhou Zhi: Shows calm and collected demeanor while recounting his past actions. He acknowledges Wen Xiu's efforts and understands the Medical Department's threat, displaying strategic thinking.
• Wen Xiu: Initially emotional upon seeing Zhou Zhi alive, she quickly regains composure and shows understanding of the Medical Department's ambitions. She's determined to protect Ultimate Bliss.
• Ji Tianren: Despite his dire state, he remains true to his nature and reveals the Medical Department's true origins and plans before passing away.
• Wen Liuchun: Shows concern for Ji Tianren and listens attentively to his revelations, piecing together the truth about the Medical Department and "Father."

Significant Themes

• The Medical Department's true nature and ambitions.
• The power struggle between the Medical Department and the New Faction.
• The origin and nature of Pestilence and its connection to the Medical Department.

Character Interactions

• Zhou Zhi and Wen Xiu: They catch up on the past few years, with Zhou Zhi acknowledging Wen Xiu's efforts and warning her about the Medical Department's plans.
• Ji Tianren and Wen Liuchun: Ji Tianren reveals crucial information to Wen Liuchun before his death, while she listens attentively and processes the revelations.
• Zhou Zhi and Wen Liuchun: Zhou Zhi overhears Ji Tianren's revelations and decides not to share them with Wen Xiu, showing understanding of the situation's gravity.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wan Chaohu, a former Xuanyuan prodigy, now leads a convoy of survivors through a storm, grappling with despair and suicidal thoughts due to Chu Die's Psychological Suggestion.
• They are ambushed by White Lotus and Platinum, members of the Medical Department's Withdrawal Corps, who aim to capture Wan Chaohu as material for their experiments.
• Wan Chaohu is severely injured but revives due to his bloodline trait. However, his eyes are damaged, causing him immense pain.
• Beigong Winter Solstice (Little Mushroom) arrives and intervenes, driving White Lotus and Platinum away.

Character Developments

• Wan Chaohu: Struggles with despair and suicidal thoughts, but his resolve remains strong. His bloodline trait allows him to revive from severe injuries.
• White Lotus: Reveals her ruthless and ambitious nature, aiming to capture and experiment on Wan Chaohu and Little Mushroom.
• Platinum: Displays loyalty to White Lotus but also shows concern for her safety, acknowledging the threat posed by the Chengyun Dynasty's Human Dragon.
• Beigong Winter Solstice (Little Mushroom): Demonstrates her power and courage, intervening to save Wan Chaohu and driving away White Lotus and Platinum.

Significant Themes

• The power and influence of Psychological Suggestion and Plague Extermination Arts.
• The ruthlessness and ambition of the Medical Department's Plague Exterminators.
• The resilience and determination of Wan Chaohu in the face of despair.

Character Interactions

• Wan Chaohu and White Lotus/Platinum: Enemies, with White Lotus and Platinum aiming to capture and experiment on Wan Chaohu.
• Beigong Winter Solstice (Little Mushroom) and White Lotus/Platinum: Rivals, with Little Mushroom intervening to save Wan Chaohu and driving away White Lotus and Platinum.
• Wan Chaohu and Beigong Winter Solstice (Little Mushroom): Allies, with Little Mushroom arriving to save Wan Chaohu.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Little Mushroom (Beigong Above Human Dragon) meets Wan Chaohu (Plague Exterminator Wan) and expresses disappointment in his fear of Zhao Jin Xiu's aura.
• The Chengyun Dynasty vows to continue the fight against the Medical Department, inspired by Little Mushroom's determination.
• Zhou Zhi visits Ji Tianren, who transfers his remaining power to Wen Liuchun before passing away.
• The Medical Department's airship arrives in Xuanyuan, causing chaos and looting among the residents.
• Zhou Tongyuan confronts Zhao Jin Xiu, the strongest Above Human Dragon of the Chengyun Dynasty.

Character Developments

• Little Mushroom shows maturity and determination in her resolve to fight against the Medical Department.
• Wan Chaohu, despite his fear, maintains his resolve to continue the fight against the Medical Department.
• Ji Tianren accepts his fate and transfers his power to Wen Liuchun, showing a moment of wisdom and foresight.
• Zhou Zhi demonstrates understanding and acceptance of his fate, acknowledging the path Ji Tianren has shown him.
• Zhou Tongyuan reveals his scholarly yet brutal demeanor, showing no regard for Zhao Jin Xiu's past struggles.

Significant Themes

• The theme of resilience and determination in the face of adversity, as shown by Little Mushroom, Wan Chaohu, and Zhao Jin Xiu.
• The theme of acceptance and understanding of one's fate, as demonstrated by Zhou Zhi and Ji Tianren.
• The theme of power and its consequences, as seen in the Medical Department's actions and the reactions of the nations they invade.

Character Interactions

• Little Mushroom and Wan Chaohu: Little Mushroom helps Wan Chaohu up and expresses concern for his well-being, showing kindness and respect despite his past actions.
• Zhou Zhi and Ji Tianren: Zhou Zhi visits Ji Tianren, acknowledging his role in guiding him and expressing gratitude for his actions.
• Zhou Tongyuan and Zhao Jin Xiu: The two powerful figures meet and exchange words, hinting at an impending conflict between them.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The rain stops abruptly over the Great Capital.
• Chengyun Dynasty's Dragon Among Men, Zhao Jin Xiu, challenges Xuanyuan's Zhou Tongyuan to a plague duel.
• They clash, demonstrating powerful abilities: Zhao Jin Xiu uses [Entropy Increase] and [Liberation Transformation], while Zhou Tongyuan uses [Myeloma Butcher Knife].
• Ji Tianren and Chu Die's previous battles are mentioned, highlighting the resistance of Plague Exterminators against the Medical Department's hegemony.

Character Developments

• Zhao Jin Xiu: Advances to become a Dragon Among Men, showcasing his power and determination.
• Zhou Tongyuan: Remains calm and composed, acknowledging the growth of Plague Exterminators.
• Zhou Zhi: Observes the battle, reflecting on the Medical Department's power and the growth of Plague Exterminators.
• Chu Die: Recuperating after her battle with Ji Tianren, she expresses frustration over the rise of powerful Plague Exterminators.

Significant Themes

• Power Dynamics: The shift in power between the Medical Department and Plague Exterminators is a central theme.
• Resistance and Growth: The chapter highlights the growth and resistance of Plague Exterminators, challenging the Medical Department's dominance.
• Aging and Mortality: Zhao Jin Xiu's use of [Entropy Increase] brings the inevitability of aging and mortality to the forefront.

Character Interactions

• Zhao Jin Xiu vs. Zhou Tongyuan: Their plague duel demonstrates their power and determination.
• Zhou Zhi and Little Mushroom: They discuss the Medical Department's power and the growth of Plague Exterminators.
• Chu Die's Monologue: She expresses her frustration over the rise of powerful Plague Exterminators, revealing her perspective on the power dynamics.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhou Tongyuan, a Medical Department official, attempts to eliminate Zhao Jin Xiu using the [Supreme Heaven] strike weapon from space.
• Zhao Jin Xiu reflects the attack back at Zhou Tongyuan using his advanced medical equipment and the assistance of Xun Jingsheng, a Liberated from Ultimate Bliss.
• Zhou Tongyuan survives the attack but is severely injured, and his dragon-class Pestilence, [Fat God], emerges.

Character Developments

• Zhou Zhi shows faith in Zhao Jin Xiu's abilities and allows the events to unfold without intervention.
• Zhao Jin Xiu demonstrates his strategic thinking and resourcefulness in surviving the [Supreme Heaven] attack.
• Zhou Tongyuan's resilience is highlighted as he survives a direct hit from [Supreme Heaven].

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics between the Medical Department, Ultimate Bliss, and the Plague Exterminators.
• The use of advanced technology and resources in the fight against Pestilences.
• The resilience and adaptability of key characters in the face of extreme circumstances.

Character Interactions

• Zhou Zhi and Little Mushroom discuss the events unfolding, revealing their observations and understanding of the situation.
• Zhao Jin Xiu coordinates with Xun Jingsheng to reflect the [Supreme Heaven] attack, showcasing their teamwork and trust.
• Zhou Tongyuan's interaction with Zhao Jin Xiu highlights the Medical Department's overconfidence and underestimation of their opponents.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chu Die, a Title-ranked Plague Exterminator, uses the powerful, pathogenized satellite 'Supreme Heaven' to target Above Human Dragon-level powerhouses, causing significant destruction in Great Capital.
• Zhou Zhi, a skilled Plague Exterminator, enters Great Capital to confront the Medical Department, expressing his disapproval of their unethical methods and lack of humanity.
• Zhou Tongyuan, severely injured, manages to contain 'Fat God' and vows to confront Xun Jingsheng, a traitorous former Medical Department representative.

Character Developments

• Chu Die's desperation and ruthlessness are evident as she uses Supreme Heaven, willing to sacrifice anything to eliminate her enemies.
• Zhou Zhi's determination and confidence grow as he prepares to face the Medical Department, revealing his disdain for their methods and his approval of the Heavenly Being Dean.
• Zhou Tongyuan's resolve strengthens as he vows to confront Xun Jingsheng, demonstrating his desire for revenge.

Significant Themes

• The corrupting influence of power and the lack of ethical boundaries among some Plague Exterminators, represented by the Medical Department's unscrupulous methods.
• The consequences of unchecked ambition and the disregard for human life, as seen through the destruction caused by Supreme Heaven.
• The importance of personal integrity and moral values, as exemplified by Zhou Zhi's disapproval of the Medical Department's actions.

Character Interactions

• Zhou Zhi and Twenty-Three discuss their plans to confront the Medical Department, with Zhou Zhi expressing his confidence in their abilities.
• Zhou Tongyuan and Zhou Zhi have a brief, tense exchange, with Zhou Zhi stating his intention to send Zhou Tongyuan on his way, implying a confrontation.
• Chu Die and Zhou Zhi's impending confrontation is foreshadowed, as Chu Die allows Zhou Zhi's group to leave Great Capital, stating that the day of reckoning will arrive soon.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhou Tongyuan, the acting head of the Zhou Clan, reveals his true strength and attacks Zhou Zhi.
• Zhou Zhi discovers that Zhou Tongyuan's power is similar to the [Virus Plague Exterminator] form he once used.
• Zhou Tongyuan uses his Title-level power, [Bone Marrow Tumor Butcher Knife], to attack Zhou Zhi.
• Zhou Zhi retrieves his Super Named Blade, [Chaotic Blood Myriad Seepage], and prepares to counterattack.

Character Developments

• Zhou Tongyuan: Reveals his true strength and power, showing that he is more than just a Human Dragon.
• Zhou Zhi: Discovers the origin of Zhou Tongyuan's power and prepares to fight using his Super Named Blade.

Significant Themes

• The power of Titles and the dangers they pose.
• The origin and nature of the Medical Department's power.
• The struggle for dominance between Zhou Zhi and Zhou Tongyuan.

Character Interactions

• Zhou Zhi and Zhou Tongyuan: Engage in a tense standoff, with Zhou Tongyuan attacking and Zhou Zhi preparing to counter.
• Zhou Zhi and Twenty-Three: Zhou Zhi consults with Twenty-Three about Zhou Tongyuan's power and the best course of action.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhou Zhi reveals his new Plague-Slaying Blade, [Chaotic Blood Myriad Seepage], which is over two meters long and has an eerie aura.
• Zhou Tongyuan attacks with his bone blades, but Zhou Zhi's spiritual power slashes inflict negative effects and cracks appear on Zhou Tongyuan's blades.
• Zhou Zhi uses [Zero Bleeding] and [Animated Dominion] abilities of his Plague-Slaying Blade, causing Zhou Tongyuan's blades to turn against him and bleed.
• Zhou Tongyuan activates the [Fallen Dragon Bone Seal] to target Zhou Zhi's Plague-Slaying Blade.

Character Developments

• Zhou Zhi shows his true face and reveals his unique Plague Extermination Arts, demonstrating his power and confidence.
• Zhou Tongyuan, despite being a Title-class fighter, is overwhelmed by Zhou Zhi's abilities and resorts to desperate measures.

Significant Themes

• The power of national systems and their ability to create powerful weapons like Plague-Slaying Blades.
• The theme of betrayal and turning one's own weapons against oneself, both literally and figuratively.

Character Interactions

• Zhou Zhi and Zhou Tongyuan engage in a fierce battle, with Zhou Zhi gaining the upper hand due to his unique Plague Extermination Arts.
• Zhou Zhi's Plague-Slaying Blade displays sentience and independence, further emphasizing the theme of betrayal.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhou Zhi learns about the powerful Plague Extermination artifacts of the Medical Department's Ten Great Families from Number Five.
• Zhou Tongyuan, the acting head of the Zhou Clan, uses the [Fallen Dragon Bone Seal] to try and seize Zhou Zhi's Plague-Slaying Blade.
• Zhou Zhi reveals his true identity as the former Patient Association's Twelve, shocking Zhou Tongyuan.
• Zhou Zhi, with the help of Imperial Crown, defeats Zhou Tongyuan, seizing his Plague Extermination Art, title, and other artifacts. However, an unknown force begins to pathogenize Zhou Zhi's body.

Character Developments

• Zhou Zhi: Shows his true identity and power, defeating a formidable opponent like Zhou Tongyuan.
• Zhou Tongyuan: Reveals his desperation and fear as he faces defeat, hinting at a secret about the world.
• Number Five: Provides crucial information about the Medical Department's Ten Great Families and their artifacts.

Significant Themes

• The power and danger of Plague Extermination artifacts and Pathogenized Objects.
• The secrets and mysteries surrounding the world's history and the Medical Department.
• The consequences of pathogenization and the struggle against it.

Character Interactions

• Zhou Zhi vs. Zhou Tongyuan: A tense and deadly confrontation between two members of the Zhou Clan, with Zhou Zhi emerging victorious.
• Zhou Zhi and Number Five: A brief but informative exchange, with Number Five providing crucial intelligence to Zhou Zhi.
• Zhou Zhi and Imperial Crown (Wen Liuchun): A cooperative effort between Zhou Zhi and Imperial Crown, leading to Zhou Tongyuan's defeat.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhou Zhi discovers black lines in his palm, indicating a virus or pathogen.
• Zhou Zhi learns that Zhou Tongyuan's power is a weakened version of the Kindly Father's, similar to pathogenization.
• Zhou Zhi obtains the Fallen Dragon Bone Seal, a Pathogenized Object that grants Dominion over Plague Extermination Arts but shortens lifespan.
• Zhou Zhi kills Zhou Tongyuan, and Ji Tianren dies from corruption.
• Xuanyuan citizens protest against the Zhou Clan's blood sacrifice.
• Chu Die orders the elimination of protest leaders and plans to investigate Zhou Tongyuan's killer.

Character Developments

• Zhou Zhi: Demonstrates immense power and strategic thinking, killing a titled one and obtaining a powerful artifact.
• Zhou Tongyuan: Dies after a long life, revealing his power's weakness and the artifact's side effect.
• Ji Tianren: Dies from corruption, choosing not to side with the Medical Department.
• Chu Die: Panics upon learning of Zhou Tongyuan's death but maintains composure, ordering protests' suppression and investigation into the killer.

Significant Themes

• Power and its consequences: Zhou Tongyuan's power comes with a shortened lifespan, and Zhou Zhi accepts the same fate by using the Fallen Dragon Bone Seal.
• The price of progress: Xuanyuan citizens protest against the Zhou Clan's blood sacrifice, highlighting the cost of the Medical Department's advancements.
• Death and consequences: Ji Tianren's death shows the irreversible nature of corruption, and Zhou Tongyuan's death impacts Chu Die's plans.

Character Interactions

• Zhou Zhi and Zhao Jin Xiu: Work together to defeat Zhou Tongyuan, with Zhao Jin Xiu expressing astonishment at Zhou Zhi's abilities.
• Zhou Zhi and Ji Tianren: Zhou Zhi pays his respects to Ji Tianren, who dies peacefully.
• Chu Die and her subordinates: Chu Die orders her subordinates to deal with protest leaders and investigate Zhou Tongyuan's killer, showing her authority and determination.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xuanyuan has fallen, and Ji Tianren is dead. The main branch of the Wan Family is nearly wiped out.
• The Medical Department, led by Chu Die, has taken over Xuanyuan's Central Council.
• The Immortality Tree, a taboo entity in the dark world, has drifted from the Dark Continent to the Vacuum outer seas.
• The Immortality Tree begins to spawn various cancers, including a humanoid Pestilence at its center.

Character Developments

• Chang Ji, the Prince of Vacuum, decides to advance to Human Dragon to face the coming tide of the Immortality Tree.
• Lei Kai, a holy knight of the Religious Inquisition, leads the defense against the Immortality Tree.

Significant Themes

• The consequences of the Medical Department's actions and the resistance against them.
• The threat and terror of the Immortality Tree and its spawned cancers.
• The disparity between the privileged and the common people, as seen in the nobles' attitudes towards the conflict.

Character Interactions

• Chang Ji and Xuan Yu discuss the nobles' attitudes and the impending threat of the Immortality Tree.
• Chang Ji decides to advance to Human Dragon, showing his determination to protect Vacuum.
• Lei Kai leads the Plague Exterminators in their futile attempt to defend against the Immortality Tree's spawn.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Vacuum Theocracy is attacked by the Immortality Tree, causing widespread cancer and devastation.
• Zhou Zhi learns about the situation in Vacuum's Outer Sea, including the loss of Shenwu Pharmaceuticals' facilities and the Dream Research Institute.
• Wen Liuchun returns home, revealing her status as a dragon and her partnership with the pestilence, Imperial Crown.

Character Developments

• Zhou Zhi becomes more determined to understand and combat the Medical Department.
• Wen Liuchun's parents are shocked by her transformation and new status.
• Lin Xiaoxia expresses her willingness to assist Zhou Zhi in his dangerous endeavor.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics between the Medical Department and the Six Nations.
• The impact of the Immortality Tree's appearance on the World Continent.
• The acceptance of unconventional partnerships, such as Wen Liuchun's bond with Imperial Crown.

Character Interactions

• Zhou Zhi interacts with Lin Xiaoxia, discussing his plans and her support.
• Wen Liuchun reunites with her parents, revealing her new status and the need for them to relocate.
• Wen Qilin struggles to accept his daughter's transformation and the implications for their family.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Medical Department's arrival in Xuanyuan is welcomed by the public due to its advanced plague extermination technology.
• Zhou Zhi and Lin Xiaoxia arrive in Formula World, the Medical Department's territory, and plan to infiltrate the Medical Department headquarters.
• Lin Xiaoxia provides Zhou Zhi with information about the Medical Department's history, structure, and the Ten Families.

Character Developments

• Zhou Zhi shows interest in learning more about the Medical Department to aid his infiltration.
• Lin Xiaoxia demonstrates her knowledge of the Medical Department's inner workings and her ability to manipulate others, such as Ruan Xiangyun.

Significant Themes

• The Medical Department's power and influence over the plague-ridden world.
• The importance of the Ten Families within the Medical Department and their struggle for power.
• The use of deception and manipulation for personal gain.

Character Interactions

• Zhou Zhi and Lin Xiaoxia interact like a couple, with Lin Xiaoxia providing Zhou Zhi with information and Zhou Zhi playing along with her act.
• Zhou Zhi and Lin Xiaoxia discuss the Medical Department's history and structure, with Lin Xiaoxia revealing her knowledge and Zhou Zhi asking questions to learn more.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lin Xiaoxia reveals she believes in Zhou Zhi's abilities and has an escape route if things go awry.
• Zhou Zhi and Lin Xiaoxia visit the bustling Formula World, observing the influx of nobles and dignitaries.
• Lin Xiaoxia explains that Savior University, founded by Ruan Yin, secretly recruits students from the Six Nations.
• Ruan Xiangyun is set to enroll at Savior University.
• Zhou Zhi decides to infiltrate the Medical Department to understand and defeat it.
• Lin Xiaoxia warns Zhou Zhi about the Medical Department's title-level figures and the importance of understanding their grudges.
• Duanmu Qiannian, now changed, meets Hua Lian in the Spirit King Palace, expressing concern for his appearance.

Character Developments

• Lin Xiaoxia shows her strategic and cunning side, hedging her bets and enjoying the thrill of fighting death and disease.
• Zhou Zhi demonstrates his determination to understand and defeat the Medical Department.
• Duanmu Qiannian's appearance changes, and he exudes an extreme malice and oppressive force.

Significant Themes

• The Medical Department's internal elimination system and selective breeding.
• The importance of understanding one's enemy to defeat them.
• The strategic planning and cunning of Lin Xiaoxia and Zhou Zhi.

Character Interactions

• Lin Xiaoxia and Zhou Zhi interact as a seemingly familiar newlywed couple, with Lin Xiaoxia providing information and Zhou Zhi seeking it.
• Duanmu Qiannian and Hua Lian meet, with Duanmu Qiannian expressing concern for Hua Lian's appearance, hinting at a potential alliance.