Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhao Fu gains all abilities of the Evil Immortal.
• He tests and understands each ability: Heaven-Earth Phasing, Immunity to Attacks, Insect-Dissolving Curse, Eight Forbidden Blood Slaves, and One Hundred Million Forbidden Blood.
• Zhao Fu decides not to use Eight Forbidden Blood Slaves for now.

Character Developments

• Zhao Fu becomes more confident and bolder due to his new abilities.
• He understands the power and limitations of each ability.

Significant Themes

• Power and its responsible use.
• The consequences of using one's own body to cast curses.
• The dual nature of abilities (e.g., Eight Forbidden Blood Slaves: beneficial at first, harmful in the end).

Character Interactions

• No significant interactions in this chapter; it focuses on Zhao Fu's self-discovery and understanding of his new abilities.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhao Fu activates the Evil Immortal's bloodline abilities, discovering six unique powers.
• The abilities include creating countering bloodlines, self-destruction, and digging tunnels to the Immortal Realm.
• Zhao Fu decides not to use the Immortal Realm Tunnel ability yet due to his current strength.
• Zhao Fu leaves the scene before a large group of experts arrives, and a boulder gains life due to his power.

Character Developments

• Zhao Fu gains a better understanding of his inherited bloodline abilities and their potential uses.
• Zhao Fu decides to focus on his current strength and not rush to the Immortal Realm.

Significant Themes

• The power and versatility of the Evil Immortal's bloodline abilities.
• Zhao Fu's strategic thinking in deciding when to use his newfound powers.
• The potential threat Zhao Fu poses to the Chaos World as he approaches Great Power Realm.

Character Interactions

• Zhao Fu interacts with no characters in this chapter, as he is alone throughout.
• The boulder gaining life is an indirect interaction, showing the power of Zhao Fu's bloodline.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhao Fu encounters two powerful groups battling, one led by Ling Xuan (Ancient Spirit Clan) and the other by Chong Tian (Insect Valley).
• Zhao Fu's presence causes both groups to pause, sensing his dangerous aura.
• Chong Tian attacks Zhao Fu, but he easily dodges it.

Character Developments

• Ling Xuan: Recognized as an unparalleled genius, taken in as a disciple by a Half-Immortal.
• Chong Tian: Heir of Insect Valley, possesses a Saint-grade bloodline from a primordial insect.
• Zhao Fu: His origin power and Evil Immortal Bloodline cause fear in both Ling Xuan and Chong Tian.

Significant Themes

• Power and strength: The importance of bloodlines and origin power in the Chaos World.
• Fear and respect: Chong Tian and Ling Xuan's reactions to Zhao Fu's power.

Character Interactions

• Zhao Fu interacts with Ling Xuan and Chong Tian, causing them to stop their battle and question his identity.
• Zhao Fu remains calm and collected, dodging Chong Tian's attack effortlessly.
• Ling Xuan and Chong Tian show mutual respect and caution toward each other, recognizing each other's strength.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhao Fu reveals his identity as the Evil Immortal to Chong Tian.
• Chong Tian attacks Zhao Fu with his Primordial Insect bloodline ability, Thousand Insect Void, but Zhao Fu easily escapes.
• The news of Zhao Fu's appearance spreads throughout the Eastern Alliance, causing a stir and preparations for his potential calamity.
• Zhao Fu encounters the stone monster that gained Life and tells it not to follow him.

Character Developments

• Chong Tian: Becomes more determined to defeat Zhao Fu after their encounter.
• Zhao Fu: Shows his power and nonchalance in the face of Chong Tian's attack.
• The stone monster: Gains Life and shows affection towards Zhao Fu, but is left to fend for itself.

Significant Themes

• The Evil Immortal's reputation and the fear it instills in others.
• The consequences of the Evil Immortal's appearance in the Eastern Alliance.
• The responsibility and burden of having gained Life, as shown by the stone monster.

Character Interactions

• Zhao Fu and Chong Tian: Their brief exchange sets the stage for future confrontations.
• Zhao Fu and the stone monster: Zhao Fu shows compassion but ultimately leaves the stone monster to its own devices.
• The Eastern Alliance's factions: They react to the news of Zhao Fu's appearance, ranging from fear and preparation to dismissal and provocation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhao Fu leaves the stone monster, which is now aimless and dejected.
• A mother and daughter discover the stone monster, and the little girl befriends it, naming it "Little Stone."
• The mother, a powerful figure, senses the stone monster's immense power and decides to take it home to protect her daughter.
• Zhao Fu arrives at the Eastern Alliance headquarters to search for a bronze fragment.
• He decides to infiltrate the Eighth Alliance, led by the Ugly Woman, starting with a high-ranking member named Dongfang Hu.
• Zhao Fu trades a Blazing Fire Body-Tempering Pill for a position in the Eighth Alliance.
• He becomes the steward of Han City, with the title "Han City Deacon."

Character Developments

• The stone monster is now independent and finds a new master in the little girl.
• Zhao Fu demonstrates his cunning and resourcefulness in obtaining a position within the Eastern Alliance.
• Dongfang Hu shows himself to be straightforward and willing to help Zhao Fu.

Significant Themes

• Friendship and companionship (between the little girl and the stone monster).
• Power dynamics and alliances (within the Eastern Alliance and the broader Chaos World).
• Resourcefulness and adaptability (Zhao Fu's ability to navigate complex situations).

Character Interactions

• The little girl and the stone monster form a friendship, with the little girl taking the stone monster home.
• Zhao Fu interacts with Dongfang Hu, trading a pill for a position in the Eighth Alliance.
• Zhao Fu is introduced to the other deacons of Han City, becoming their superior.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhao Fu arrives in Han City and learns about its structure and the City Lord's character.
• He decides to infiltrate the City Lord's Manor and seize control.
• The City Lord, Dongfang Kong, and his strongest steward, Dongfang Lu, plan to rebel against their superior, Dongfang Hu.
• Zhao Fu infiltrates the City Lord's Manor and captures Dongfang Kong and Dongfang Lu using the Evil Immortal's power.

Character Developments

• Zhao Fu demonstrates his strategic thinking and formidable power, easily capturing two powerful enemies.
• Dongfang Kong shows his cowardice and lechery, offering his steward's sister to Zhao Fu in exchange for his life.
• Dongfang Lu is revealed to be ambitious and cunning, trying to protect his position by allying with Dongfang Kong.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and corruption within the Immortal Alliance.
• The Evil Immortal's power and its implications for Zhao Fu's character and actions.

Character Interactions

• Zhao Fu interacts with Dongfang He, who becomes his follower.
• Zhao Fu confronts and captures Dongfang Kong and Dongfang Lu, showcasing his power and ruthlessness.
• Dongfang Kong and Dongfang Lu interact, revealing their respective characters and plans.

Key Plot Points

• Zhao Fu becomes the highest-ranking steward in Han City after controlling Dongfang Kong and Dongfang Lu.
• Dongfang Mei, Han City's foremost beauty and the City Lord's wife, confronts Zhao Fu but is controlled and humiliated by him.
• Zhao Fu decides to seek out Dongfang Hu, another grand steward, to appoint him as City Lord to avoid trouble with Dongfang Kong's disappearance.
• Han City's City Lord, Dongfang Kong, is cremated by Zhao Fu to avoid suspicion.

Character Developments

• Zhao Fu: Demonstrates his power and influence, becoming the highest-ranking steward and planning to become City Lord. He also shows his ruthlessness in controlling and humiliating Dongfang Mei.
• Dongfang Mei: Initially angry and defiant, she becomes submissive and cooperative after being controlled and threatened by Zhao Fu. She also shows concern for her younger brother.
• Dongfang Kong: Becomes a puppet under Zhao Fu's control and later 'dies' (is cremated).

Significant Themes

• Power and control: Zhao Fu's ability to control others and manipulate situations highlights the theme of power and its corrupting influence.
• Manipulation and deception: Zhao Fu uses his powers to deceive and manipulate others to achieve his goals.
• Ambition: Zhao Fu's desire to become one of the most powerful people in the Eighth Alliance showcases his ambition.

Character Interactions

• Zhao Fu and Dongfang Mei: Their interaction starts hostile but becomes cooperative after Dongfang Mei is controlled and threatened by Zhao Fu. They also share a moment of intimacy.
• Zhao Fu and Dongfang Kong: Zhao Fu controls and later 'kills' Dongfang Kong to further his own goals.
• Zhao Fu and Dongfang He: They interact briefly, with Dongfang He providing information and advice to Zhao Fu.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhao Fu becomes the new City Lord of Han City after Dongfang Kong's sudden death.
• Dongfang Qing, Dongfang Kong's first wife, and her daughter, Dongfang Yue, return to Han City for Dongfang Kong's funeral.
• Zhao Fu forces Dongfang Qing and Dongfang Yue to stay in Han City and becomes intimate with them.

Character Developments

• Zhao Fu: Becomes more assertive and ambitious, using his newfound power to pursue Dongfang Qing.
• Dongfang Qing: Initially cold and resistant to Zhao Fu's advances, but later submits to him.
• Dongfang Yue: Develops feelings for Zhao Fu after initially being angry at his behavior.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and ambition.
• The objectification of women and their lack of agency.
• The impact of past actions on present circumstances (Dongfang Kong's infidelity leading to his death and the return of his first family).

Character Interactions

• Zhao Fu manipulates and coerces Dongfang Qing and Dongfang Yue into staying in Han City and becoming intimate with him.
• Dongfang Yue initially defends her mother against Zhao Fu but later becomes infatuated with him.
• Dongfang Qing and Dongfang Yue's dynamic shifts from protective and resistant to submissive and accepting of Zhao Fu's advances.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhao Fu arrives in Willow City to understand the Eastern Alliance's internal affairs.
• Dongfang Qing and her daughter, Dongfang Yue, prepare to leave with Zhao Fu.
• Dongfang Bai, Dongfang Qing's admirer, confronts Zhao Fu, leading to a tense standoff.
• Zhao Fu defeats Dongfang Bai with ease, demonstrating his superior strength.
• Dongfang Qing and Dongfang Yue return to Han City with Zhao Fu.
• Upon arrival, they encounter Dongfang Mei, who is also Zhao Fu's concubine, leading to tension.
• A married woman, Dongfang Li, joins them, further complicating the dynamics.

Character Developments

• Zhao Fu: He continues to assert his dominance and strength, adding more women to his harem.
• Dongfang Qing: She accepts her situation and decides to return to Han City with Zhao Fu, showing resilience.
• Dongfang Yue: She remains obedient and submissive, following her mother's decisions.
• Dongfang Bai: He realizes his powerlessness against Zhao Fu and leaves dejectedly.
• Dongfang Mei: She feels threatened by the new additions to Zhao Fu's harem and expresses her displeasure.
• Dongfang Li: She joins Zhao Fu's harem to curry favor, showing ambition and opportunism.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and their influence on relationships.
• The consequences of unchecked ambition and desire.
• The complexities of harem dynamics and the tension between women sharing the same man.

Character Interactions

• Zhao Fu and Dongfang Qing/Dongfang Yue: Their relationship remains tense, with Dongfang Qing resentful and Dongfang Yue obedient.
• Dongfang Bai and Zhao Fu: Their confrontation highlights the power imbalance between them.
• Dongfang Mei and Dongfang Qing/Dongfang Li: Tension arises between them due to their shared status as Zhao Fu's concubines.
• Dongfang Qing and Dongfang Mei: Their history and resentment towards each other is hinted at.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhao Fu decides to become a Grand Deacon to gain more authority and investigate bronze fragments.
• Dongfang Li introduces Zhao Fu to a Human Deacon whose son is ill, and Zhao Fu cures him using his origin blood.
• The Human Deacon promises to support Zhao Fu's bid for Grand Deacon in return.
• Zhao Fu returns to Han City and decides to gather information before seeking support from the remaining two Human Deacons.

Character Developments

• Zhao Fu demonstrates his healing abilities and gains the support of a Human Deacon.
• Dongfang Qing begins to accept Zhao Fu as her man, showing signs of affection towards him.
• Dongfang Li and Dongfang Mei express their desire to support Zhao Fu's ambitions and are willing to help him in any way they can.

Significant Themes

• Ambition and power: Zhao Fu's desire to become a Grand Deacon and eventually a Heaven Deacon drives the plot forward.
• Relationship dynamics: The interactions between Zhao Fu and his wives highlight their growing affection and commitment to each other.
• Trust and reciprocity: The Human Deacon supports Zhao Fu after he cures his son, demonstrating the importance of trust and reciprocity in their world.

Character Interactions

• Zhao Fu and Dongfang Li: They work together to secure the support of a Human Deacon, with Dongfang Li providing valuable assistance and information.
• Zhao Fu and Dongfang Qing: Their relationship deepens as Dongfang Qing begins to accept Zhao Fu as her man, showing signs of affection towards him.
• Zhao Fu and Dongfang Mei: They share a playful and seductive dynamic, with Dongfang Mei expressing her desire to support Zhao Fu's ambitions and their relationship.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhao Fu finds a second suitable candidate, Dongfang Shan, to acknowledge him and help him become a Chief Steward.
• Dongfang Shan introduces Zhao Fu to Dongfang Ku, who agrees to acknowledge Zhao Fu if he finds and returns Dongfang Ku's grandson, Dongfang Ruo.
• Zhao Fu uses an ability to locate Dongfang Ruo in a gambling house. He retrieves Dongfang Ruo, who resists and tries to get others to help him.
• Zhao Fu kills several men who attack him and retrieves Dongfang Ruo, facing off against a tall young man who threatens him.

Character Developments

• Zhao Fu demonstrates his power and ruthlessness, killing without hesitation when threatened.
• Dongfang Ruo shows his spoiled and arrogant nature, expecting others to do his bidding and not accepting being taken back home.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and the use of force to achieve goals.
• The consequences of disobedience and defiance of authority (Dongfang Ruo's situation).

Character Interactions

• Zhao Fu and Dongfang Shan: Zhao Fu bribes Dongfang Shan for his acknowledgment and help.
• Zhao Fu and Dongfang Ku: Zhao Fu agrees to find Dongfang Ku's grandson in exchange for acknowledgment.
• Zhao Fu and Dongfang Ruo: Zhao Fu retrieves Dongfang Ruo by force, showing no mercy to those who get in his way.
• Zhao Fu and the tall young man: The young man threatens Zhao Fu, leading to a tense standoff.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhao Fu punches and defeats a Void Realm cultivator, the tall young man, in front of Han City's City Lord Mansion.
• Zhao Fu is acknowledged by Dongfang Ku, a Human Deacon, after the incident.
• Zhao Fu becomes a Grand Deacon after submitting an application to the Alliance.
• Dongfang Hu introduces four friends to Zhao Fu: Dongfang Yi, Dongfang Mi, Dongfang Wu, and Dongfang Rong.
• Zhao Fu and his wives celebrate his promotion to Grand Deacon.

Character Developments

• Zhao Fu demonstrates his formidable strength, defeating a Void Realm cultivator with ease.
• Dongfang Ku acknowledges Zhao Fu's potential and offers support.
• Dongfang Ruo is humiliated and learns a lesson from Zhao Fu.
• Dongfang Hu sees Zhao Fu's rising status as an opportunity to strengthen his influence.
• Dongfang Qing accepts her feelings for Zhao Fu and her fate.

Significant Themes

• Strength and power dynamics: Zhao Fu's strength allows him to gain respect and acknowledgment from others.
• Status and influence: Zhao Fu's promotion to Grand Deacon increases his status and influence, drawing the attention of other powerful figures.
• Relationships and alliances: Zhao Fu's new status allows him to form alliances with other influential figures, such as Dongfang Hu and his friends.
• Acceptance and fate: Dongfang Qing accepts her feelings for Zhao Fu and her fate, regardless of his true identity.

Character Interactions

• Zhao Fu vs. the tall young man: Zhao Fu demonstrates his strength and defeats the tall young man, earning the respect of those present.
• Zhao Fu and Dongfang Ku: Dongfang Ku acknowledges Zhao Fu's potential and offers support, while Zhao Fu apologizes for hitting Dongfang Ruo.
• Zhao Fu and Dongfang Hu: Dongfang Hu introduces his friends to Zhao Fu and wants to draw him into his circle to strengthen his influence.
• Zhao Fu and his wives: Zhao Fu and his wives celebrate his promotion to Grand Deacon, with Dongfang Qing expressing her acceptance of her feelings for him.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhao Fu, aiming to become a Human Steward, seeks a way to serve the Eastern Alliance by researching a power to restrain Evil Immortals.
• He meets Dongfang Yu, an Earth Steward, who agrees to promote him if he succeeds in his research.
• Zhao Fu joins a secret research chamber, where he encounters Dongfang Xue, a fellow researcher who challenges his capabilities.

Character Developments

• Zhao Fu demonstrates ambition and confidence in his abilities, aiming to prove himself to the Eastern Alliance.
• Dongfang Xue is portrayed as competitive and skeptical of Zhao Fu's claims, leading to a wager between them.

Significant Themes

• Ambition and the pursuit of power.
• The struggle against evil forces (Evil Immortals) and the importance of research in overcoming them.
• Competition and rivalry among researchers.

Character Interactions

• Zhao Fu interacts with Dongfang Yu, showing respect and gratitude towards her, and displays confidence in his abilities.
• He clashes with Dongfang Xue, who challenges his capabilities and leads to a wager between them.
• The old man, a senior researcher, shows initial skepticism towards Zhao Fu but later takes his research seriously.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhao Fu successfully develops a power that can restrain Evil Immortals by fusing Moon Power and Sun Power.
• Dongfang Yu reports this achievement to Dongfang Fei, who then presents it to Dongfang Shangyue, the Eighth Alliance Leader.
• The Alliance Leader is pleased with the power and rewards Dongfang Yu and Zhao Fu (now promoted to Human Deacon).
• The old man, who initially opposed Zhao Fu, now treats him with respect.

Character Developments

• Zhao Fu: Proves his worth and gains recognition, becoming a Human Deacon.
• Dongfang Xue: Realizes she underestimated Zhao Fu and hopes he has forgotten their agreement.
• Dongfang Yu: Earns rewards and recognition for reporting Zhao Fu's achievement.
• The old man: Changes his attitude toward Zhao Fu after seeing his success.

Significant Themes

• Recognition and reward for hard work and achievement.
• The power of unity (Moon and Sun Power combined to restrain Evil Immortals).
• The importance of keeping one's promises (Dongfang Xue's internal struggle regarding her agreement with Zhao Fu).

Character Interactions

• Zhao Fu and Dongfang Xue: Tense interaction, with Dongfang Xue hoping Zhao Fu has forgotten their agreement, and Zhao Fu reminding her of it.
• Zhao Fu and the old man: The old man's attitude toward Zhao Fu changes from opposition to respect after seeing his success.
• Dongfang Yu and Dongfang Fei: They work together to present Zhao Fu's achievement to the Alliance Leader, earning rewards for both.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhao Fu's rapid promotion to Human Deacon surprises the Eastern Alliance.
• Dongfang Hu, Dongfang Mi, Dongfang Wu, and Dongfang Rong visit Zhao Fu to congratulate him.
• Dongfang Ku feels uneasy about Zhao Fu's rise, while Dongfang Li, a Human Deacon, seeks revenge for his beaten subordinate.
• Dongfang Bai and his sister, Dongfang Hanyue, discuss avenging him against Zhao Fu.
• Zhao Fu receives an order to handle a matter in the Sixth Alliance.
• Dongfang Hanyue and Dongfang Li ambush Zhao Fu in the forest, demanding apologies and compensation.
• Zhao Fu refuses their demands, and a battle ensues.

Character Developments

• Zhao Fu's status and power grow rapidly, making him a significant figure in the Eastern Alliance.
• Dongfang Li and Dongfang Hanyue show their determination to confront Zhao Fu.
• Dongfang Ku becomes uneasy about Zhao Fu's rise, hinting at potential future conflict.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and status within the Eastern Alliance.
• Revenge and personal grudges driving characters' actions.
• Zhao Fu's struggle to find a way to render great merit for further promotion.

Character Interactions

• Zhao Fu interacts with various Eastern Alliance members, including Dongfang Hu, Dongfang Mi, Dongfang Wu, and Dongfang Rong, who come to congratulate him.
• Dongfang Bai and Dongfang Hanyue discuss their plans against Zhao Fu.
• Zhao Fu faces off against Dongfang Hanyue and Dongfang Li, leading to a confrontation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhao Fu encounters Little Stone, his former pet, now accompanied by Dongfang Qiao, daughter of a Sixth Alliance Heavenly Deacon, Dongfang Mei.
• Dongfang Li, a Human Deacon of the Eighth Alliance, attempts to kill Dongfang Qiao but is stopped by Zhao Fu and later by Dongfang Mei.
• Dongfang Mei spares Dongfang Li's life but warns him against future transgressions.
• Dongfang Mei invites Zhao Fu to return with her to the Sixth Alliance.

Character Developments

• Little Stone remains loyal to Zhao Fu, despite being taken in by Dongfang Qiao.
• Dongfang Li shows his ruthlessness and disregard for others' lives, even those of children.
• Dongfang Mei demonstrates her power and influence as a Heavenly Deacon, protecting her daughter and showing mercy to Dongfang Li.

Significant Themes

• Loyalty: Little Stone's loyalty to Zhao Fu despite their separation.
• Power and Influence: Dongfang Mei's power and status as a Heavenly Deacon allow her to protect her daughter and spare Dongfang Li's life.
• Ruthlessness: Dongfang Li's disregard for others' lives in pursuit of his goals.

Character Interactions

• Zhao Fu and Little Stone: Despite their separation, Little Stone remains affectionate towards Zhao Fu.
• Dongfang Qiao and Dongfang Mei: Mother and daughter interact affectionately, with Dongfang Mei showing concern for her daughter's safety.
• Dongfang Li and Dongfang Mei: Dongfang Li shows fear and submission towards Dongfang Mei, acknowledging her power and influence.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhao Fu meets Dongfang Qiu, the Sixth Alliance Lord, who reveals that the Eastern Alliance is negotiating for pure Origin Sun and Moon powers to strengthen their attack against the Evil Immortal.
• Zhao Fu offers to help obtain these powers from the Eight Suns Temple and Twelve Moons, but Dongfang Qiu declines, saying the Alliance has already sent negotiators.
• Zhao Fu reveals his face to Dongfang Qiu and Mei, and the latter becomes infatuated with him.
• Zhao Fu spends the night at Dongfang Mei's residence and they become intimate.

Character Developments

• Zhao Fu maintains his facade, offering to help the Eastern Alliance while keeping his true identity secret.
• Dongfang Mei develops feelings for Zhao Fu after seeing his face and spending time with him.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and alliances among factions.
• The importance of appearances and facades in maintaining one's true identity.
• Romantic entanglements and their consequences.

Character Interactions

• Zhao Fu interacts with Dongfang Qiu, displaying respect and cooperation while keeping his true motives hidden.
• Zhao Fu and Dongfang Mei grow closer, leading to a romantic encounter, with Dongfang Mei expressing her desire for Zhao Fu to stay in the Sixth Alliance.

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Key Plot Points

• Zhao Fu returns to the Eighth Alliance, gives Dongfang Yu the pill, and reports the attack by Dongfang Li and Dongfang Hanyue.
• Dongfang Yu reports to a Heavenly Steward; the ruling is that Dongfang Li—protected by another Heavenly Steward and having already lost an arm—is forgiven, and the feud with Zhao Fu ends. Zhao Fu is dissatisfied but receives a jade token allowing him to deal with Dongfang Hanyue, who has no protector.
• Zhao Fu uses the token to mobilize five Spirit Realm experts, surrounds Dongfang Hanyue and her brother Dongfang Bai in a forest, and overpowers them after a fight.
• After dismissing the experts, Zhao Fu takes revenge on Dongfang Hanyue through coercion and sexual humiliation. She pleads for her brother’s life and submits to Zhao Fu’s demands.
• Zhao Fu releases Dongfang Bai. When Dongfang Bai wakes, Hanyue lies, saying she made a deal with Zhao Fu, and urges her brother to leave forever and not seek revenge.
• Zhao Fu carries Hanyue back to his residence. Dongfang Qing is upset, but Zhao Fu reassures her that he let Dongfang Bai go and claims Hanyue is now “his woman.”
• The chapter ends with Zhao Fu waiting for news from the Eastern Alliance and Eight Suns about Origin Power, hoping to become an Earth Deacon and gather information.

Character Developments

• Zhao Fu: Shows pragmatic ruthlessness and vengefulness. He accepts political compromise for Dongfang Li but savagely punishes the less-protected Dongfang Hanyue, using her love for her brother to force submission. He remains focused on advancing his status and obtaining Origin Power.
• Dongfang Hanyue: Grows from defiant attacker to a bitter, self-sacrificing protector. She endures humiliation and coercion for her brother’s sake, yet remains angry and ashamed afterward.
• Dongfang Bai: Portrayed as loyal but naive; he is spared without knowing the true cost, leaving with hatred for Zhao Fu.
• Dongfang Qing: Shows jealousy and distress over Zhao Fu’s actions, but her affection for him remains evident.
• Dongfang Yu: Acts as a political intermediary, accepting the compromise and offering Zhao Fu a lesser target.

Significant Themes

• Power and protection: “Heavenly Steward” protection decides justice; those without backers are disposable.
• Revenge and cruelty: Zhao Fu’s retaliation is calculated and degrading, not merely physical.
• Coercion and sacrifice: Dongfang Hanyue trades her body/dignity for her brother’s freedom.
• Gender and status dynamics: Women and weaker cultivators are treated as prizes or tools in the power struggle.
• Ambition: Zhao Fu’s larger goal—Origin Power and the rank of Earth Deacon—drives his actions.

Character Interactions

• Zhao Fu & Dongfang Yu: Businesslike alliance; she helps him navigate alliance politics.
• Zhao Fu & Dongfang Hanyue/Dongfang Bai: Confrontation, capture, forced negotiation, and release of the brother under duress.
• Dongfang Hanyue & Dongfang Bai: Sisterly devotion; she shields him from the truth and sends him away.
• Zhao Fu & Dongfang Qing: Tension over his treachery/brutality, but he casually asserts control and reassures her; Qing’s mixed jealousy and lingering affection are noted.
• Dongfang Hanyue & Dongfang Qing: No direct dialogue; Hanyue observes Qing’s feelings and reflects dismissively on Zhao Fu’s attributes.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Zhao Fu decides to obtain the source power from the Sun and Moon factions on behalf of the Eastern Alliance.
• He meets with Dongfang Yu and the Eighth Alliance Leader, Dongfang Shangyue, who agrees to let him try.
• Zhao Fu visits the Twelve Moons Palace to obtain a wisp of pure source moon power.

Character Developments

• Zhao Fu demonstrates confidence and determination in his mission.
• The Moon Saintess and other women express anger and suspicion toward Zhao Fu for concealing his identity as the Evil Immortal inheritor.
• The Moon Fairy shows understanding and willingness to help Zhao Fu despite his secrets.

Significant Themes

• Trust and deception: Zhao Fu's hidden identity causes tension and mistrust among the women.
• Power and ambition: Zhao Fu's desire to obtain the source power highlights his determination and drive.
• Consequences of past actions: The Evil Immortal's legacy continues to impact the present.

Character Interactions

• Zhao Fu interacts with Dongfang Yu and Dongfang Shangyue, showcasing his diplomatic skills and confidence.
• The women in the Twelve Moons Palace express their anger and suspicion toward Zhao Fu, leading to a tense discussion.
• The Moon Fairy demonstrates understanding and support for Zhao Fu, despite the others' reservations.

• Zhao Fu obtains wisps of Origin Moon and Sun Power from the Moon Fairy and Ri Ying respectively.
• He returns to the Eastern Alliance and presents the Origin Powers to Alliance Leader Dongfang Shangyue, who promotes him to Earth Deacon and grants him a wish.
• Zhao Fu declines the wish, and Dongfang Shangyue rewards him by asking him to serve her, leading to a transformation in her appearance.
• After several days, Zhao Fu inquires about the bronze fragments, learning new information about them.