Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Wei rushes to Tide City to save Zheng Yutong and Nina from the fox demon.
• He enters the battle space and faces the fox demon, who reveals she's been searching for him to avenge her child.
• Li Wei fights the fox demon using various true essence attacks, but she remains unharmed due to her immense power.
• Li Wei learns that the fox demon killed fourteen men in Tide City, including his father, and that Zheng Yutong and Nina escaped.
• Li Wei activates his True Essence Core, knowing he can't win but determined to take the fox demon down with him.
• He self-destructs the True Essence Core, causing a massive explosion that destroys the fox demon and the battle space.

Character Developments

• Li Wei becomes more determined and fearless, willing to sacrifice himself to save his friends and avenge his father.
• The fox demon reveals her motivations and backstory, showing that her actions were driven by revenge and a desire to protect her child.

Significant Themes

• Revenge and its consequences: Both Li Wei and the fox demon are driven by revenge, leading to a tragic confrontation.
• Sacrifice: Li Wei is willing to sacrifice himself to save his friends and avenge his father, demonstrating his courage and determination.
• The power of true essence: Li Wei's True Essence Core allows him to unleash immense power, but at great personal cost.

Character Interactions

• Li Wei and the fox demon engage in a fierce battle, with Li Wei using various true essence attacks to try and defeat her.
• Li Wei learns about the fox demon's actions in Tide City and confronts her about the innocent lives she took.
• The fox demon reveals that Zheng Yutong and Nina escaped, relieving Li Wei's worry about their safety.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Wei, after detonating the True Essence Pill, finds himself in a mysterious room with a mirror.
• He emerges from the mirror into a new body, discovering he's now part of the Heavenly Fox Clan.
• Li Wei's attributes are significantly reduced, but his Spirit attribute is greatly enhanced due to his new bloodline.
• He obtains the Black Paper 'Destroyer' and finds some of his previous belongings, including skill books and armor.
• Li Wei learns and creates basic cards using Card Magic, making defensive and offensive cards.

Character Developments

• Li Wei, now in a new body, must adapt to his changed circumstances and learn to use his new abilities.
• His Spirit attribute increases dramatically, making him potentially more powerful with magic-type skills.

Significant Themes

• Rebirth and transformation: Li Wei's new body and bloodline signify a fresh start and new potential.
• Adaptation: Li Wei must adapt to his new body and learn to use his enhanced Spirit attribute effectively.
• Power and potential: Li Wei's increased Spirit attribute hints at his future growth and power.

Character Interactions

• Li Wei interacts with his new body and its abilities, learning to use them effectively.
• There are no other characters present in this chapter, but Li Wei's past experiences and memories influence his actions and thoughts.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Wei returns to the Shadow Realm and finds it deserted.
• He uses the Black Paper to travel to the real world and finds a massive city, later identified as Knight City.
• Li Wei encounters a group of magic crystal warriors and joins them on their way to Knight City.

Character Developments

• Li Wei is now in a human body without his previous powers, so he must adapt and learn to cultivate true essence again.
• He is curious and eager to understand the current state of the real world.

Significant Themes

• The passage of time (one year has passed since Li Wei's last memory).
• The changes in the real world post-"great change" (magic crystal stones as currency, magic crystal warriors).
• The contrast between Li Wei's past power and his current limitations.

Character Interactions

• Li Wei meets a group of magic crystal warriors led by a burly man. They take him for an inexperienced civilian and offer him a ride to Knight City.
• Li Wei asks the burly man about the real world's current situation, revealing his curiosity and eagerness to learn.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Wei learns that a year has passed in the real world since Sand City appeared.
• Knight City, a level-three town, is about to upgrade to level four, requiring vast resources.
• Demon hunters, humans who consume magic crystals to hunt demons, emerge as a new group.
• Li Wei encounters Seventy-Two and Number Seven Knight, who are about to explore a level-seven illusion realm.
• Li Wei learns about illusion realms, areas at the top of the Doom Tree containing valuable resources.

Character Developments

• Li Wei demonstrates curiosity and intelligence, asking insightful questions.
• Liang Jun, a demon hunter, shows kindness and concern for Li Wei's well-being.

Significant Themes

• Adaptation to the new world and its rules.
• The value of resources and treasures in the new world.
• The danger and allure of illusion realms.

Character Interactions

• Li Wei interacts with Liang Jun and his demon hunter party, learning about the new world.
• Seventy-Two and Number Seven Knight meet at Knight City, planning to explore a level-seven illusion realm together.
• Li Wei observes Seventy-Two and Number Seven Knight from a distance, recognizing them as old acquaintances.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Wei arrives at Knight City, seeking information about Shadow Street.
• He learns that the Guardian, Old Zhan, sells swords at the market.
• Old Zhan reveals that Shadow Street's passage closed a year ago, and Reincarnators were teleported out.
• Li Wei discovers that the illusory realm is more dangerous than the mission worlds of the past.

Character Developments

• Li Wei: He remains calm and collected, using his sharp perception to assess people and situations. He's determined to improve his combat power and find his friends.
• Old Zhan: He's revealed to be a D-rank Reincarnator (Guardian) who's afraid of dying. He's clever and knows about the changes on Shadow Street.

Significant Themes

• The struggle for survival and growth in the new world.
• The importance of information and knowledge in navigating the new world.
• The power dynamics among Reincarnators and Guardians.

Character Interactions

• Li Wei and Old Zhan: Li Wei intimidates Old Zhan into revealing information, then pays him for the sword and leaves without looking back.
• Li Wei's thoughts: Li Wei reflects on his past experiences and friends, motivating him to improve his strength and find them.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Wei discovers he can't enter task worlds due to high point cost for Destroyers.
• He returns to the real world and starts cultivating basic immortal arts, making rapid progress.
• 99 Knight and Seventy-Two return from a level-seven illusion realm, with Seventy-Two severely injured.
• 99 Knight issues a bounty mission for a high-level healing ability to save Seventy-Two's life.

Character Developments

• Li Wei's cultivation speed is astonishing, and he quickly reaches qi condensation in one night.
• 99 Knight is desperate to save his friend Seventy-Two, showing his loyalty and concern.

Significant Themes

• The importance of hard work and effort for survival in the new world.
• The value of friendship and loyalty, as shown by 99 Knight's determination to save Seventy-Two.

Character Interactions

• Li Wei and 99 Knight's paths cross again, with Li Wei planning to help Seventy-Two using his card-making skills.
• The doctors and Reincarnators in Knight City try to save Seventy-Two but fail, highlighting the severity of his injuries.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Wei encounters several Reincarnators in the inner city, seeking someone with healing abilities.
• A B1 powerhouse Reincarnator arrives and leads them to Seventy-Two, who is gravely injured.
• 99 Knight offers a Level 3 lightning Magic Crystal to whoever can heal Seventy-Two.
• Li Wei steps in and uses a Potent Healing Card to rapidly heal Seventy-Two.

Character Developments

• Li Wei's perception of auras improves, allowing him to assess others' strengths.
• 99 Knight's concern for his brother is evident, and he keeps his promise by giving Li Wei the Magic Crystal.

Significant Themes

• Strength and power are respected and valued in this new world.
• Trust and doubt are prevalent among the characters, with Li Wei initially being underestimated.

Character Interactions

• Li Wei interacts with various Reincarnators, who initially underestimate him due to his age and appearance.
• 99 Knight interacts with the Reincarnators, displaying his power and authority as the city lord.
• Li Wei and 99 Knight have a brief interaction, with 99 Knight initially blocking Li Wei from taking the Magic Crystal but later allowing it due to Seventy-Two's improvement.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Wei saves Seventy-Two from near death using his Powerful Healing Card.
• Seventy-Two, impressed, offers Li Wei brotherhood and protection in Flying Dragon City.
• Li Wei learns about Zheng Yutong's group's progress and plans to find them later.
• Seventy-Two and the Feather Knight discuss the dangers and treasures of illusion realms.
• Li Wei learns about the Resurrection skill from an angel and becomes determined to find it.

Character Developments

• Li Wei: Shows his healing abilities, gains a brother and protector in Seventy-Two, and becomes determined to find the Resurrection skill.
• Seventy-Two: Recognizes Li Wei's power, offers him protection, and shares information about illusion realms and Resurrection.
• The Feather Knight: Provides insights about illusion realms and Resurrection, warns Li Wei about the skill's rarity and difficulty.

Significant Themes

• Power and Protection: Li Wei's healing power earns him respect and protection from Seventy-Two.
• Death and Resurrection: The theme of death and the desire to bring back the deceased is explored through Li Wei's determination to find Resurrection.
• Information and Knowledge: Characters share valuable information about illusion realms and Resurrection, highlighting the importance of knowledge in this world.

Character Interactions

• Li Wei and Seventy-Two: They form a brotherly bond after Li Wei saves Seventy-Two's life.
• Li Wei and the Feather Knight: They discuss illusion realms and Resurrection, with the Feather Knight warning Li Wei about the skill's rarity.
• Seventy-Two and the Feather Knight: They discuss their town's development and the dangers of illusion realms.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Wei decides to raise his combat power quickly to enter a level 7 illusion realm and capture Archangels to force them to resurrect Xin You.
• Li Wei trains in a level 1 illusion realm, defeating Orcs using a Mud Golem card and facing a swarm of giant wasps.
• Li Wei enters the level 1 illusion realm, Jungle, which has denser spiritual energy for better training.

Character Developments

• Li Wei shows determination and strategic thinking in his plan to resurrect Xin You.
• Li Wei demonstrates his Card Magic skills, creating and using cards effectively in combat.

Significant Themes

• The importance of strength and preparation in facing challenges.
• The dangers and opportunities present in illusion realms.

Character Interactions

• Li Wei interacts briefly with local adventurers, inspiring them to work harder.
• Li Wei faces off against Orcs and giant wasps, showcasing his adaptability and resourcefulness.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Wei enters a cave at the outskirts of the Level 1 illusion realm to cultivate, using magic crystals and cards to ensure safety.
• After a year, Li Wei emerges from the cave, having condensed an inner pill and advanced to C3 rank. He can now manipulate objects with his lightning-attributed true essence.
• Li Wei encounters a mercenary group's distress, with one of their members, Meng Fang, attacking Meng Ting, the sister of the group's captain.

Character Developments

• Li Wei: He has grown taller and stronger after a year of cultivation. He has condensed an inner pill, demonstrating the advantages of his Sky Fox demon physique.
• Meng Ting: She is unarmed and frightened, having been betrayed by her teammate, Meng Fang.
• Meng Fang: He has turned against his teammates, driven by greed and resentment. He is now a threat to Meng Ting.

Significant Themes

• Cultivation and self-improvement: Li Wei's year of secluded cultivation results in significant growth.
• Betrayal and trust: Meng Fang's actions highlight the dangers of misplaced trust and the consequences of betrayal.

Character Interactions

• Li Wei and Meng Ting: Li Wei initially hesitates to intervene, but Meng Ting's plea for help may prompt him to act.
• Meng Ting and Meng Fang: Their interaction reveals Meng Fang's true colors and the danger Meng Ting is in.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Wei witnesses Meng Fang attempting to kill Meng Ting.
• Meng Fang attacks Li Wei with a Card Magic blue hunting dog, which Li Wei easily dispels.
• Li Wei kills Meng Fang and his Griffin.
• Meng Ting reveals the existence of an entrance to the Level 2 Illusory Realm in the central region of the Level 1 Illusory Realm.
• Li Wei agrees to help Meng Ting find her brother in exchange for her guiding him to the entrance.

Character Developments

• Li Wei demonstrates his strength and ruthlessness, killing Meng Fang without mercy.
• Meng Ting shows resourcefulness and desperation, attempting to secure Li Wei's help to find her brother.

Significant Themes

• Strength and power dynamics: Li Wei's strength allows him to overpower Meng Fang, while Meng Ting's desperation leads her to seek Li Wei's protection.
• Opportunity and chance: Li Wei sees the potential in the Level 2 Illusory Realm entrance and decides to take the chance to grow stronger.

Character Interactions

• Li Wei and Meng Fang: A brief but intense confrontation ends with Meng Fang's death.
• Li Wei and Meng Ting: They form an uneasy alliance, with Li Wei saving Meng Ting and agreeing to help her find her brother in exchange for her guidance to the Level 2 Illusory Realm entrance.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Wei and Meng Ting fly through the Level 1 Illusory Realm, discovering its vast, terraced layout with streams and waterfalls.
• They find a chest filled with magic crystals guarded by Wolf Riders, which Li Wei defeats using his cards.
• Li Wei encounters various treasures guarded by monsters, obtaining a chest of magic crystals and later the Power Sword, guarded by Water Elementals.

Character Developments

• Li Wei demonstrates his strength and resourcefulness, defeating various monsters with his cards and claiming treasures.
• Meng Ting, initially terrified of Li Wei, grows more familiar with him and begins to speak more, though she remains fearful.

Significant Themes

• The illusory realm's rules: Treasures are guarded by monsters, and obtaining them requires defeating the guardians.
• The power of cards: Li Wei's cards prove to be powerful weapons against the realm's monsters.

Character Interactions

• Li Wei and Meng Ting work together, with Li Wei leading the way and defeating monsters while Meng Ting guides him and provides information about the realm.
• Meng Ting becomes less afraid of Li Wei as they spend more time together, though she remains cautious.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Meng Liang's team, hired by an old man, enters the Level 2 Illusion Realm.
• The team suffers heavy casualties, leaving only four members, including Meng Liang.
• The old man reveals himself to be a Guardian, kills Meng Liang and his teammates, and refines their corpses into corpse soldiers.
• Li Wei and Meng Ting clear out several treasure-hoarding strongholds in the Level 1 Illusion Realm.
• Li Wei and Meng Ting prepare to enter the Level 2 Illusion Realm.

Character Developments

• Meng Liang: Becomes suspicious of the old man's true intentions but accepts the mission for the promised rewards.
• Meng Ting: Develops trust in Li Wei's abilities and feels safe under his protection.
• The Old Man (Guardian): Reveals his true colors as a Guardian, showing no mercy in killing Meng Liang's team and refining their corpses.
• Li Wei: Demonstrates his power and confidence in clearing out strongholds in the Level 1 Illusion Realm, eager to explore the Level 2 Illusion Realm.

Significant Themes

• Greed and temptation: Meng Liang's team accepts the mission due to the promise of rewards, leading to their demise.
• Trust and safety: Meng Ting feels safe under Li Wei's protection, highlighting the importance of trust in dangerous situations.
• Power and ambition: The old man's actions showcase his power and ambition, as he seeks to reach the Level 4 Illusion Realm and secure a main city for the Destroyer.

Character Interactions

• Meng Liang and Meng Tian: Meng Tian expresses his concerns about the old man, but Meng Liang decides to continue the mission for the promised rewards.
• Meng Liang and the Old Man: Meng Liang confronts the old man about his true intentions, leading to the old man revealing his true colors and killing Meng Liang and his teammates.
• Li Wei and Meng Ting: Li Wei and Meng Ting work together to clear out strongholds in the Level 1 Illusion Realm, with Meng Ting growing more trusting of Li Wei's abilities.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Wei reaches the entrance to the Level 2 Illusion Realm, a colossal tower with a teleportation array.
• He learns about the scarcity of food and water in the new world, leading to cannibalism, and the importance of upgrading Sand Cities for survival.
• Li Wei decides to search the surrounding area for more resources before the teleportation array activates again.

Character Developments

• Li Wei: Shows curiosity and determination to explore and gather resources in the Illusion Realm.
• Meng Ting: Reveals her family's control over a Level 1 Sand City and her desire to upgrade it. She also shows discomfort around Bulo, hinting at a potential romantic interest in Li Wei.

Significant Themes

• Survival and resource gathering in the post-apocalyptic world.
• The importance of upgrading towns (Sand Cities) for access to food, water, and other necessities.
• The struggle for power and resources among various factions, including Reincarnators and city lords.

Character Interactions

• Li Wei and Meng Ting: They meet by chance and Li Wei offers to help Meng Ting find her brother in the Level 2 Illusion Realm. Meng Ting seems to develop feelings for Li Wei.
• Bulo and Meng Ting: Bulo, a C1-ranked mercenary, is infatuated with Meng Ting and plans to make her his woman. He becomes jealous and hostile towards Li Wei.
• Bulo's discovery of a secret technique to command the Reaper, a powerful creature from the Level 5 Illusion Realm, hints at his growing ambition and threat to other characters.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Wei returns to the teleportation array, where Meng Ting and others are waiting.
• A group of adventurers, led by Bulo, plan to kill Li Wei after entering the Level 2 illusion realm.
• The teleportation array activates, and everyone is transported to the new realm.
• Bulo attacks Li Wei, but his attempts fail due to Li Wei's sword control and later, his Heavenly Thunder Strike, which defeats Bulo's Death God.
• Bulo apologizes and begs for his life, but Li Wei kills him to eliminate a future threat.
• The group is surrounded by monsters from the Level 2 illusion realm upon leaving the teleportation array.

Character Developments

• Li Wei demonstrates his strength and strategic thinking, using his sword control and Heavenly Thunder Strike to defeat Bulo and his Death God.
• Bulo reveals his true colors, attempting to kill Li Wei for his sword and later begging for his life.
• Meng Ting shows concern for Li Wei's well-being after the fight.

Significant Themes

• Strength and power dynamics: Li Wei's strength allows him to overcome Bulo's schemes and threats.
• Trust and betrayal: Bulo's initial friendliness towards Li Wei is revealed to be a facade as he attempts to kill him.
• Survival and adaptability: The group must quickly adapt to the dangerous environment of the Level 2 illusion realm.

Character Interactions

• Li Wei and Bulo: Their interaction turns hostile as Bulo attempts to kill Li Wei for his sword, leading to a fight.
• Li Wei and Meng Ting: Meng Ting expresses concern for Li Wei after the fight, showing a growing connection between them.
• The group of adventurers: They initially plan to kill Li Wei together but later distance themselves from him after witnessing his strength.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Wei and the remaining adventurers are surrounded by monsters. Those who can fly or burrow escape, but the rest are killed.
• Li Wei uses Flight to escape but is pursued by Dragon Flies. He lands and fights, but the number of monsters is overwhelming.
• Meng Ting watches Li Wei get surrounded and assumes he's dead. She decides to fight if the monsters find her.
• Li Wei triggers his Sky Fox Awakening ability, releasing demon power. He defeats the surrounding monsters with ease.
• After the battle, Li Wei recovers his strength through cultivation. Meng Ting thanks him, and they decide to continue searching for her brother.

Character Developments

• Li Wei demonstrates his power and ruthlessness in battle, using his Awakening ability to defeat numerous monsters. He also shows concern for Meng Ting's safety.
• Meng Ting reveals her loyalty and gratitude towards Li Wei, deciding to fight alongside him if necessary. She also shows fear and respect for his abilities.

Significant Themes

• The power of demonization and its consequences, both in terms of strength and side effects.
• The importance of loyalty and gratitude, as shown by Meng Ting's determination to fight with Li Wei.
• The harsh reality of survival in this world, where the strong prey on the weak.

Character Interactions

• Li Wei and Meng Ting's relationship evolves from a business arrangement to one of mutual respect and concern. Li Wei saves Meng Ting, and she becomes grateful and loyal to him.
• Li Wei's interaction with the monsters highlights his power and ruthlessness, striking fear into Meng Ting.
• Meng Ting's interaction with Li Wei shows her growing respect and fear of his abilities, as well as her loyalty and gratitude towards him.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Wei and Meng Ting enter the Level 2 illusion realm, finding abundant treasures and delicious food.
• They follow marks left by Meng Ting's brother, leading them to a clearing filled with dead Evil Eyes, one of which has its blood drained.
• Meng Ting finds her brother's bracelet, suggesting he might be dead.
• A hunchbacked old man arrives on a giant centipede, revealing he's interested in Li Wei's Black Paper and chasing after him.

Character Developments

• Li Wei shows empathy and understanding towards Meng Ting's loss, giving her space to grieve.
• Meng Ting's brother is presumed dead, affecting her deeply.
• The old man reveals his interest in Li Wei's Black Paper, hinting at his ambition and ruthlessness.

Significant Themes

• Loss and grief (Meng Ting's brother)
• Ambition and ruthlessness (the old man)
• Empathy and understanding (Li Wei towards Meng Ting)

Character Interactions

• Li Wei and Meng Ting: Li Wei shows kindness and understanding towards Meng Ting, while she relies on him for protection.
• Li Wei and the old man: The old man pursues Li Wei, showing interest in his Black Paper and revealing his ambition.
• Meng Ting and her brother: Meng Ting's grief over her brother's presumed death drives her actions.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Wei formulates a plan to attack the old man on the centipede, using lightning to destroy the centipede and three corpse-men, but the old man and one corpse-man escape.
• The old man counterattacks with a blood skull and sends the remaining corpse-man to fight Li Wei, putting him in a disadvantageous position.
• Li Wei uses his Sword Control Technique and Finger Thunder to temporarily neutralize the corpse-man and the blood skull, but the old man uses a blood control technique to freeze Li Wei's blood.
• Li Wei activates his Sky Fox Awakening, revealing his demonic aura and forcing the old man to retreat. Li Wei prepares to attack again, determined not to let the old man leave.

Character Developments

• Li Wei demonstrates strategic thinking, adaptability, and determination in facing a powerful and unpredictable opponent.
• The old man Qin reveals his ruthlessness, power, and cunning, but also a hint of fear when faced with Li Wei's demonic aura.

Significant Themes

• The power of lightning and blood control techniques.
• The danger and fear associated with demons and demonic aura.
• The importance of strategic planning and adaptability in combat.

Character Interactions

• Li Wei and the old man Qin engage in a tense and dangerous battle, with Li Wei determined to stop the old man from leaving.
• Li Wei's actions are driven by his desire to protect Meng Ting, who is in danger due to her brother's involvement with the old man.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Wei faces off against the old man surnamed Qin, who reveals he's from an advanced star region.
• Qin summons a Blood Infant to attack Li Wei, which he manages to drive off using his demon energy.
• Li Wei kills Qin and searches his body, finding a Black Paper (Destroyer contract), a Blood Control Method booklet, and a Flight Card.
• Li Wei hides in a cave to rest and recover, unaware that Qin's family has noticed his actions.

Character Developments

• Li Wei demonstrates growth in his combat abilities and strategic thinking, managing to defeat a powerful opponent despite the odds.
• The old man surnamed Qin is revealed to be from a more advanced civilization, showcasing the existence of different star regions with varying levels of development.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and the struggle for survival in a harsh world.
• The existence of different civilizations and their interactions, hinting at a larger universe.
• The consequences of one's actions and the potential retaliation from enemies.

Character Interactions

• Li Wei vs. Qin: A tense and deadly confrontation between two powerful individuals, showcasing their skills and determination.
• Li Wei and the Blood Infant: A terrifying encounter that highlights Li Wei's resourcefulness and desperation in the face of overwhelming danger.
• Li Wei and Qin's family: An unseen interaction that sets the stage for potential future conflicts or alliances.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Wei discovers the Black Paper's contents, revealing a multiverse with star domains ranked by civilization development (Level 1 to 7).
• He learns about Guardians (Yellow Paper) and Destroyers (Black Paper), their roles, and the rules governing their existence and power growth.
• The old man surnamed Qin's records mention a main city in the Level 4 Illusory Realm, which Li Wei decides to investigate.
• Li Wei forms his second inner core, regaining his B3-rank combat strength.

Character Developments

• Li Wei gains a broader perspective on the universe and his place in it, understanding the existence of Guardians and Destroyers.
• He decides to explore the Level 4 Illusory Realm, demonstrating his ambition and determination.

Significant Themes

• The multiverse and the rankings of star domains based on civilization development.
• The roles and rules governing Guardians and Destroyers.
• Ambition and determination in pursuing personal goals.

Character Interactions

• Li Wei encounters no significant characters in this chapter, focusing mainly on his internal thoughts and decisions.