Ch. 3401The Old Man
Key Plot Points and Events
- Zhao Fu kills Hai Kang and the old man, taking control of their cities.
- Zhao Fu seduces and blackmails Hai Kang's wife, Hai Yi, into becoming the new city lord.
- Zhao Fu also makes Hai Zhou, Hai Kang's first wife, the new city lord of her city.
- The two cities declare an end to their hostilities and become friendly, much to the confusion of their citizens.
Character Developments
- Zhao Fu: Shows his ruthlessness and cunning in taking control of the cities and manipulating the city lords.
- Hai Zhou: Becomes the new city lord of her city, likely due to her ambition and desire for power.
- Hai Yi: Initially defiant, she eventually submits to Zhao Fu's demands and becomes the new city lord of her city.
Significant Themes
- Power and ambition: Characters like Zhao Fu, Hai Zhou, and Hai Yi are driven by their desire for power and control.
- Manipulation and deception: Zhao Fu uses his intelligence and cunning to manipulate others and achieve his goals.
- The consequences of war: The improved relationship between the two cities leads to an end in hostilities and casualties.
Character Interactions
- Zhao Fu and Hai Zhou: Zhao Fu seduces Hai Zhou, and she becomes his ally in taking control of her city.
- Zhao Fu and Hai Yi: Zhao Fu manipulates and blackmails Hai Yi into becoming the new city lord of her city.
- Hai Zhou and Hai Yi: Though not directly interacting in this chapter, their newfound alliance is a result of Zhao Fu's manipulations.