Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xia Ming's group arrives at the Undead Castle, finding the Holy Temple and Pulansi Academy students fighting undead beasts.
• Hundreds of thousands of undead beasts pour out from the castle, led by Lei Dun and his companions.
• Xia Ming engages the undead, using powerful fire magic to clear a path.
• An undead legion approaches, led by Lei Dun, signaling a major battle.

Character Developments

• Xia Ming: Reveals his peak Level Seven strength and control over Level Eight Magic Beasts, impressing the Holy Temple and Pulansi Academy students.
• Picasso (Holy Temple): Recognizes Xia Ming's power and sees him as a formidable opponent.
• Lei Dun: Arrives with an undead legion, setting the stage for a large-scale battle.

Significant Themes

• Strength and Power: Xia Ming's display of power impresses and intimidates his peers.
• Unity vs. Individuality: The Holy Temple is more united than the Sacred Council, while Xia Ming's group operates independently.
• Danger and Threat: The undead legion led by Lei Dun poses a significant threat to all present.

Character Interactions

• Xia Ming and Picasso: Exchange a cautious glance, acknowledging each other's strength and potential rivalry.
• Xia Ming and Arthur/Su Weiwei: Work together, with Arthur providing crucial information about the approaching undead legion.
• Xia Ming and Lei Dun: Not yet in direct conflict, but Xia Ming acknowledges Lei Dun's threat and anticipates a future confrontation.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

+ Lei Dun, a powerful black magician, arrives with an army of thousands of undead, including several level-eight undead beasts and many level-seven undead beasts.
+ The Holy Temple group and Xia Ming's party are surrounded and outnumbered.
+ Lei Dun sends his subordinates, Bro and Andre, to attack first, with Andre using a poisonous spell that severely injures three members from Pulansi Academy.
+ Xia Ming deploys the Jade Rhinoceros herd, led by Rococo, to charge at the undead army, catching Lei Dun and his subordinates off guard.

Character Developments

+ Xia Ming demonstrates his strategic thinking and leadership by planning the Jade Rhinoceros herd's charge.
+ Picasso maintains composure and encourages the group to focus on killing Lei Dun.
+ Lei Dun shows his ruthlessness and cunning by targeting the Holy Temple group first and using his undead army as a shield.

Significant Themes

+ The power of unity and strategic planning against overwhelming odds.
+ The ruthlessness and cunning of black magicians, personified by Lei Dun.

Character Interactions

+ Xia Ming and Rococo work together, with Xia Ming providing strategy and Rococo leading the Jade Rhinoceros herd.
+ Picasso and Rody form a formidable duo against Bro and Andre.
+ Lei Dun, Bro, and Andre show a clear hierarchy, with Lei Dun giving orders and the others following them.

Key Plot Points

• Jade Rhinoceros herd, led by Rococo, charges and decimates Lei Dun's undead army.
• Lei Dun reveals his domain, stopping all incoming magic and demonstrating his immense power.
• Xia Ming decides to confront Lei Dun despite the danger.

Character Developments

• Rococo shows bravery and loyalty in following Xia Ming's orders.
• Lei Dun reveals his true strength, proving himself a formidable opponent.
• Xia Ming demonstrates confidence and determination in facing Lei Dun.

Significant Themes

• The power of domains, which only Arcane Mages can typically use, is showcased by Lei Dun.
• The disparity in strength between characters is highlighted, with Lei Dun proving to be much stronger than initially thought.

Character Interactions

• Xia Ming and Rococo work together, with Rococo leading the Jade Rhinoceros herd.
• Xia Ming and Su Weiwei have a brief exchange, with Su Weiwei expressing concern for Xia Ming's safety.
• Lei Dun faces off against Rody and Picasso, demonstrating his domain's power.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xia Ming reveals his mastery of lightning magic, astonishing everyone.
• Lei Dun, despite his domain, struggles to counter Xia Ming's lightning spells.
• Xia Ming uses his lightning magic to evade Lei Dun's domain and attacks, destroying a group of undead.
• Lei Dun retaliates with a composite spell, Raging Flame Wind, which Xia Ming counters with Thunder Overwhelms All.
• The two spells collide, creating a powerful explosion. Lei Dun attempts to engulf Xia Ming with his domain.

Character Developments

• Xia Ming demonstrates his immense power and talent, mastering lightning magic and potentially a domain.
• Lei Dun shows his formidable strength and cunning, using his domain strategically but underestimating Xia Ming.

Significant Themes

• The power of lightning magic and its potential for mastery.
• The significance and strength of a mage's domain.
• The importance of strategic thinking and adaptability in battle.

Character Interactions

• Xia Ming and Lei Dun engage in a fierce battle, each trying to outmaneuver the other.
• Picasso, Arthur, and Su Weiwei watch the battle, impressed by Xia Ming's power but worried about his strategy.
• Xia Ming's actions cause Lei Dun to underestimate him, leading to a moment of vulnerability.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xia Ming surprises everyone by using a domain, a skill typically mastered by Arcane Mages.
• Lei Dun, initially confident, becomes frightened and tries to escape after Xia Ming's display of power.
• Xia Ming pursues Lei Dun, intent on killing him.

Character Developments

• Xia Ming: Demonstrates rapid growth, mastering a domain and lightning power in a short time, leaving his peers far behind.
• Lei Dun: Initially arrogant and confident, becomes fearful and desperate to escape after encountering Xia Ming's power.

Significant Themes

• Rapid growth and power disparity: Xia Ming's quick advancement highlights the theme of rapid growth and the power disparity it creates among characters.
• Fear and desperation: Lei Dun's reaction to Xia Ming's power showcases the themes of fear and desperation in the face of overwhelming strength.

Character Interactions

• Xia Ming vs. Lei Dun: Their interaction is marked by Xia Ming's dominance and Lei Dun's growing fear, leading to Lei Dun's attempted escape.
• Xia Ming and his peers: The others, including Arthur and Su Weiwei, are astonished by Xia Ming's growth and realize they've been left behind.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xia Ming relentlessly pursues Lei Dun, who flees in panic, abandoning his subordinates and the undead army.
• Xia Ming's strength surpasses everyone's expectations, chasing Lei Dun until he's desperate.
• Lei Dun offers rewards and reveals a secret about the Ancient Ruins' life gate to try and convince Xia Ming to spare him.
• Xia Ming summons Jennifer, his contracted servant at the peak of the seventh level, to help capture Lei Dun.
• Xia Ming and Jennifer work together to corner Lei Dun, ultimately leading to his death.

Character Developments

• Xia Ming: Proves his strength and cunning, outsmarting Lei Dun and revealing his confidence in his abilities.
• Lei Dun: Shows cowardice and desperation, resorting to bribes and revealing secrets to save himself.
• Jennifer: Revealed as a powerful trump card, showcasing her strength and helping Xia Ming capture Lei Dun.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics: Xia Ming's strength allows him to dictate the terms of the chase and ultimately capture Lei Dun.
• Loyalty and betrayal: Lei Dun's subordinates are abandoned, and he considers betraying his allies to save himself.
• Secrets and information: Lei Dun's secret about the Ancient Ruins' life gate is revealed, highlighting the value of knowledge and information.

Character Interactions

• Xia Ming vs. Lei Dun: Xia Ming pursues and outsmarts Lei Dun, ultimately leading to Lei Dun's death.
• Xia Ming and Jennifer: They work together to capture Lei Dun, showcasing their teamwork and trust in each other.
• Lei Dun and his subordinates: Lei Dun abandons his subordinates in his desperation to save himself, highlighting his lack of loyalty.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xia Ming defeats and kills Lei Dun, obtaining a map to the Ancient Ruins' Life Gate.
• Xia Ming returns to find the undead army in chaos without Lei Dun's control.
• Xia Ming kills Bro and Andre, two peak Level Seven powerhouses, with ease.

Character Developments

• Xia Ming demonstrates immense growth, now invincible among those of the same level, with the power of lightning and a Domain.
• Jennifer starts to see Xia Ming as her master due to their contract.
• Arthur, Rody, and others are shocked and awed by Xia Ming's strength.

Significant Themes

• The power of accumulation and sudden release (Xia Ming's growth).
• The tyranny of a master-servant contract (Jennifer's growing loyalty to Xia Ming).

Character Interactions

• Xia Ming praises Jennifer for her help, causing her to feel pleased, which she later despises herself for.
• Xia Ming and Lei Dun's battle showcases Xia Ming's overwhelming power.
• Xia Ming's return shocks and awes Arthur, Rody, and others, leading to their realization of the gap between them.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xia Ming breaks another seal on the Book of Eternity, gaining even greater strength and access to rare spells.
• Rococo's Jade Rhinoceros herd helps Xia Ming and the others defeat Lei Dun's undead army.
• The Holy Temple members leave, and the three members from Pulansi Academy are found dead.
• Arthur reveals that the three members from Holy Grace Academy were turned into undead by Lei Dun.
• Xia Ming roasts meat for Rococo as a reward for his help.

Character Developments

• Xia Ming's strength increases dramatically, and he gains access to new, powerful spells.
• Rococo's gluttony is further emphasized, and he proves to be a reliable ally.
• Arthur and Su Weiwei show concern for Xia Ming's well-being and remind him of the rewards promised by the Sacred Council.

Significant Themes

• The power of the Book of Eternity and the benefits of breaking its seals.
• The rivalry between the Sacred Council and the Holy Temple.
• The importance of alliances and cooperation in facing common enemies.

Character Interactions

• Xia Ming and Rococo's friendship deepens as Rococo helps Xia Ming and is rewarded with roasted meat.
• Xia Ming, Arthur, and Su Weiwei discuss the rewards promised by the Sacred Council and their plans to leave the Ancient Ruins.
• The Holy Temple members leave without further conflict, acknowledging Xia Ming's strength and the Sacred Council's temporary victory.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xia Ming, having killed Lei Dun, is the biggest winner of the expedition into the Ancient Ruins.
• Xia Ming decides not to take Lei Dun in as a subordinate due to the stigma of dark magicians.
• Xia Ming plans to bring the Jade Rhinoceros tribe out of the Ancient Ruins.
• Xia Ming, Rococo, and the Snowball Beast cultivate and live within the Jade Rhinoceros territory.
• Xia Ming and Su Weiwei prepare to leave the Ancient Ruins, with Xia Ming revealing he has a map to return anytime.

Character Developments

• Xia Ming: Becomes more confident and strategic, planning to bring the Jade Rhinoceros tribe out of the Ancient Ruins. He also shares important information with Su Weiwei, showing trust in her.
• Rococo and the Snowball Beast: Form a bond over their shared love for food, with the Snowball Beast pledging allegiance to Rococo.

Significant Themes

• Trust and loyalty: Xia Ming's trust in Su Weiwei and the bond formed between Rococo and the Snowball Beast.
• Power dynamics: The competition between the Sacred Council and the Holy Temple, and the fear of dark magicians like Lei Dun.

Character Interactions

• Xia Ming and Su Weiwei: Share a close moment before leaving the Ancient Ruins, with Xia Ming revealing his plan to return.
• Xia Ming and Rococo/Snowball Beast: Xia Ming interacts with the magic beasts, winning them over with food and cultivating together.
• Bluebeard and the Holy Temple's Saint Spirit Magician: Compete over the success of their respective groups, with the Holy Temple's group having more survivors.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xia Ming reveals he killed Lei Dun, shocking the Holy Spirit Magicians.
• Bluebeard invites Xia Ming to the Sacred Council headquarters and the 'Tower of Eternity' of Orlando, the God of Magic.
• Xia Ming meets Klein, who gives him five hundred thousand gold coins as a token of gratitude for curing his magic defect.

Character Developments

• Xia Ming: Proves his strength and potential to the Holy Spirit Magicians, earning their respect and an invitation to the Sacred Council headquarters.
• Klein: Shows gratitude and generosity by giving Xia Ming a substantial sum of money.

Significant Themes

• Strength and power command respect in this world.
• Gratitude and generosity are shown by Klein towards Xia Ming.

Character Interactions

• Xia Ming and Bluebeard: Bluebeard is impressed by Xia Ming's strength and invites him to the Sacred Council headquarters.
• Xia Ming and Klein: Klein expresses his gratitude to Xia Ming by giving him a large sum of money.
• Xia Ming and Tang Ge: Tang Ge shares news about the Sacred Council recruiting more people and his own invitation to join.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xia Ming, Su Weiwei, and Arthur arrive at the Atlanta Mountains, the location of the Sacred Council headquarters, accompanied by Bluebeard.
• They ride a subdragon carriage, reaching the mountains in just a few days.
• Upon arrival, they find the entrance to the Sacred Council headquarters heavily guarded by intricate magic formations.
• Bluebeard guides them into the mountains, revealing a vast, magical inner space.
• Bluebeard sends them to the Eternity Tower, where newcomers must first visit.

Character Developments

• Xia Ming expresses amazement at the power of the subdragon and the intricate magic formations.
• Arthur and Su Weiwei show curiosity and eagerness to explore the Eternity Tower.
• Bluebeard reveals his true intentions, watching Xia Ming and the others from a distance.

Significant Themes

• The power and mystery of the Eternity Tower.
• The importance of magical materials for mages, like black jade stone.
• The anticipation and curiosity of discovery.

Character Interactions

• Bluebeard guides Xia Ming, Su Weiwei, and Arthur, revealing his knowledge and authority within the Sacred Council.
• Xia Ming, Su Weiwei, and Arthur express their eagerness to explore the Eternity Tower together.
• Bluebeard watches Xia Ming and the others secretly, hinting at his interest in their abilities and the upcoming events.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xia Ming, Arthur, and Su Weiwei arrive at the Tower of Eternity for an assessment by the Sacred Council.
• The assessment involves ringing three special gemstones—Goldstone, Miststone, and Hiddenstone—from a distance, testing the purity and control of one's magic or battle qi.
• Mofite, a friend of Xia Ming and Arthur, attempts and successfully rings Goldstone.
• Arthur also successfully rings Goldstone, but with more ease than Mofite.
• Xia Ming casually rings Goldstone from a distance, causing a stir among the observers.

Character Developments

• Xia Ming demonstrates his immense power and control over his magic, impressing everyone present.
• Mofite and Arthur show improvement in their skills, successfully ringing Goldstone.
• Su Weiwei remains confident but chooses to let Xia Ming go first, hinting at her own capabilities.

Significant Themes

• The assessment tests the purity and control of one's magic or battle qi, reflecting the importance of skill and mastery in the world of magic and combat.
• The rewards for successfully ringing the stones—elemental gemstones, Sacred Water potion, and an audience with a councilor—show the value placed on such skills and the incentives for improvement.

Character Interactions

• Xia Ming, Arthur, and Su Weiwei support each other and are confident in their abilities.
• Mofite is delighted to see familiar faces and eager to prove himself.
• Bluebeard, a councilor of the Sacred Council, shows interest in Xia Ming and the others, hinting at potential future interactions.
• The old man, an assessor at the Tower of Eternity, is initially languid but becomes attentive and impressed by Xia Ming's display of power.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xia Ming easily rings Goldstone, impressing everyone.
• Su Weiwei also rings Goldstone, drawing praise from the old man.
• Xia Ming attempts Miststone and successfully rings it three times, breaking a record.
• Arthur and Su Weiwei attempt Miststone, coming close but failing to ring it.

Character Developments

• Xia Ming demonstrates extraordinary strength and control over his domain, surpassing expectations.
• Su Weiwei shows potential by ringing Goldstone and coming close to ringing Miststone.
• Arthur also displays exceptional skill by nearly ringing Miststone.

Significant Themes

• The power of domains and the importance of mastering them.
• The value of hard work and dedication, as seen in Xia Ming's rapid progress.
• The importance of records and benchmarks in measuring one's growth and potential.

Character Interactions

• Xia Ming and Su Weiwei interact as friends, with Xia Ming encouraging her to try Miststone.
• Bluebeard and the old man discuss Xia Ming's impressive performance, with Bluebeard revealing that Xia Ming is the reason he came to the Sacred Council.
• The other young geniuses watch Xia Ming's performance with a mix of awe, surprise, and envy.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xia Ming attempts to ring the Hiddenstone, a task no newcomer has accomplished in thousands of years.
• Despite his efforts, he initially fails to ring the Hiddenstone due to its elusive nature and the domain's restraints.
• Xia Ming decides to use a trump card and casts the ancient, lost Flight Spell, allowing him to fly and shorten the distance to the Hiddenstone.
• With increased magic power and the aid of his Lightning Domain, Xia Ming successfully rings the Hiddenstone, causing a stir among the onlookers.

Character Developments

• Xia Ming demonstrates his determination, resourcefulness, and powerful magic control by attempting to ring the Hiddenstone and eventually succeeding.
• Bluebeard and the old man recognize Xia Ming's extraordinary talent and potential, leading to a shift in their attitudes towards him.

Significant Themes

• Perseverance: Xia Ming's refusal to give up despite the difficulty of the task highlights the importance of perseverance in achieving one's goals.
• Unpredictability: Xia Ming's use of the lost Flight Spell surprises everyone, emphasizing the element of unpredictability in his actions.
• Potential vs. Achievement: The contrast between Xia Ming's age and his accomplishments underscores the theme of potential and its realization.

Character Interactions

• Bluebeard and the old man discuss Xia Ming's abilities and the significance of his actions, leading to a deeper appreciation of his talents.
• Xia Ming's actions inspire awe and admiration among the onlookers, shifting their initial skepticism to respect.
• Xia Ming's interaction with the Hiddenstone highlights his determination and resourcefulness in the face of seemingly insurmountable challenges.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xia Ming successfully rings the Hiddenstone, shocking the old man and Bluebeard.
• Bluebeard reveals the significance of the Hiddenstone and the Eternity Tower.
• Xia Ming is granted access to the third floor and above of the Eternity Tower for five days.
• Xia Ming discovers that his strength can still improve after reading eighth-level magic books.

Character Developments

• Xia Ming: Shows exceptional talent and humility. His strength improves after gaining insights from the magic books.
• Bluebeard: Recognizes Xia Ming's potential and reports his feat to the Sacred Council's highest authority.
• The Old Man: Revealed to be a powerful Saint Spirit, he is impressed by Xia Ming's achievement.

Significant Themes

• Talent and Potential: Xia Ming's ability to ring the Hiddenstone demonstrates his extraordinary talent, which Bluebeard and the old man recognize.
• Cultivation and Growth: Xia Ming's strength improves as he gains insights from the magic books, highlighting the importance of continuous learning and growth.

Character Interactions

• Xia Ming and Bluebeard: Bluebeard praises Xia Ming's achievement and arranges accommodations for him at the Sacred Council headquarters.
• Xia Ming and the Old Man: The old man is astonished by Xia Ming's feat and acknowledges his potential.
• Xia Ming and the Magic Books: Xia Ming gains insights from the magic books, leading to an improvement in his strength.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xia Ming immerses himself in the vast magical knowledge within the Eternity Tower, benefiting greatly from it.
• He discovers an ancient Elvish book that reveals the elves' migration into a demi-plane after the Undead Cataclysm.
• Bluebeard summons the Sacred Council members, including the Grand Speaker Anger, to discuss an important matter.

Character Developments

• Xia Ming's magical cultivation shows signs of growth due to his immersion in the Eternity Tower's knowledge.
• Bluebeard demonstrates his status and influence by summoning the entire Sacred Council, including the Grand Speaker.

Significant Themes

• The vastness and depth of magical knowledge.
• The mystery and legend surrounding the elves and their disappearance.
• The power dynamics and hierarchy within the Sacred Council.

Character Interactions

• Xia Ming interacts with the ancient Elvish book, learning about the elves' fate.
• Bluebeard interacts with the Sacred Council members, particularly Andor and Liya, to discuss a pressing matter.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Grand Speaker Anger, the most powerful figure in the Sacred Council, is summoned to a meeting.
• Bluebeard, a councilor, reveals that a seventh-level dark mage, Lei Dun, had been controlling undead in the Ancient Ruins.
• Xia Ming, a young mage, is revealed to have killed Lei Dun.
• Bluebeard shares Xia Ming's impressive performance at the Eternity Tower: he rang the Goldstone and the Miststone three times, and even rang the previously unringable Hiddenstone.
• Xia Ming also used the lost Flight Spell during his trial.

Character Developments

• Bluebeard: Shows cunning and manipulation in presenting Xia Ming's achievements to gain favor with the Grand Speaker.
• Grand Speaker Anger: Initially unconcerned, becomes interested and approves of Bluebeard's handling of Xia Ming's case.
• Andor: Initially dismissive of Xia Ming's achievements, becomes more interested as the details unfold.
• Liya: Recognizes Xia Ming's talent and is more open to discussing his achievements.

Significant Themes

• Talent and Genius: Xia Ming's exceptional abilities highlight the theme of talent and its recognition.
• Power Dynamics: The reactions of the councilors emphasize the power dynamics within the Sacred Council.
• Manipulation: Bluebeard's presentation of Xia Ming's achievements shows his manipulation of the situation to gain favor.

Character Interactions

• Bluebeard and Grand Speaker Anger: Bluebeard seeks to impress the Grand Speaker with Xia Ming's achievements.
• Bluebeard and Andor: Bluebeard's revelations challenge Andor's initial dismissive attitude.
• Bluebeard and the councilors: Bluebeard's presentation of Xia Ming's feats sparks varied reactions among the councilors, from surprise to skepticism.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xia Ming's use of the Flight Spell is revealed, causing astonishment among the Sacred Council members.
• The Flight Spell's significance is discussed, as it allows level-seven mages to fly, greatly increasing combat power.
• Grand Speaker Anger decides to reward Xia Ming for his exceptional talent and the Flight Spell.

Character Developments

• Xia Ming: His talent is recognized by the Sacred Council, leading to special rewards and attention from Grand Speaker Anger.
• Bluebeard: He is praised by Grand Speaker Anger for discovering Xia Ming's talent.

Significant Themes

• Recognition and reward of exceptional talent (Xia Ming's Flight Spell and potential).
• The power of the Flight Spell and its strategic importance for the Sacred Council.

Character Interactions

• Bluebeard and Grand Speaker Anger: Bluebeard is praised by Anger for finding Xia Ming, indicating his importance in the Sacred Council.
• Xia Ming and Grand Speaker Anger: Anger personally visits Xia Ming, offering him special rewards and access to the Eternity Tower, demonstrating his interest in Xia Ming's potential and the Flight Spell.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Grand Speaker Anger visits Xia Ming to request the Flight Spell.
• Xia Ming agrees to give the spell in exchange for a territory and the title of count.
• Grand Speaker Anger grants Xia Ming a territory at the border between the Lein Empire and the Izumo Kingdom.
• Xia Ming is promoted to Five-Star Deacon of the Dark Hall.
• A challenge tournament is arranged for Xia Ming to display his strength.

Character Developments

• Xia Ming demonstrates his strategic thinking and negotiation skills, securing a territory and title in exchange for the Flight Spell.
• Grand Speaker Anger shows his wisdom and generosity, nurturing Xia Ming as a priority and offering him a territory and title.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics: The Sacred Council's influence and Xia Ming's growing status.
• Ambition: Xia Ming's desire for strength and territory.
• Negotiation and exchange: Xia Ming's ability to secure benefits in return for the Flight Spell.

Character Interactions

• Xia Ming and Grand Speaker Anger: A mutually beneficial exchange, with Xia Ming gaining territory and title, and the Sacred Council obtaining the Flight Spell.
• Xia Ming and the Sacred Council: Xia Ming's status grows, and he becomes more integrated into the organization.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xia Ming returns to his lodgings and finds Su Weiwei preparing breakfast for him.
• Xia Ming shares a book about cultivating Frost Battle Qi, helping Su Weiwei break through to Peak Level Seven.
• Xia Ming reveals he has been granted a territory by the Sacred Council and will face a challenge match the next day.
• Bluebeard visits Xia Ming, announcing his appointment as a five-star deacon of the Dark Hall, a hereditary count, and the grand lord of a territory on the Rhine Plains.
• Xia Ming, Su Weiwei, and Arthur attend the challenge match at the plaza, where six councilors of the Sacred Council are present via Mirror Crystals.

Character Developments

• Xia Ming: Shows care and consideration for Su Weiwei, helping her advance in cultivation. He also demonstrates confidence and nonchalance about the upcoming challenge match.
• Su Weiwei: Advances to Peak Level Seven in her cultivation. She shows happiness and anticipation when Xia Ming mentions they will have a home together.
• Bluebeard: Shows excitement and pride in Xia Ming's achievements, seeing him as a discovery that has brought him benefits.
• Arthur: Expresses surprise and a hint of envy at Xia Ming's sudden rise in status.

Significant Themes

• Cultivation and growth: Both Xia Ming and Su Weiwei focus on improving their abilities through intense training.
• Ambition and competition: The younger generation of the Sacred Council sees Xia Ming as a stepping stone to fame and recognition, fueling their fighting intent.
• Recognition and status: Xia Ming's appointment as a five-star deacon and hereditary count highlights the importance of status and recognition within the Sacred Council.

Character Interactions

• Xia Ming and Su Weiwei: Their relationship deepens as they support each other's cultivation and share their plans for the future.
• Xia Ming and Bluebeard: Bluebeard shows enthusiasm and pride in Xia Ming's achievements, further cementing their mentor-mentee relationship.
• Xia Ming and Arthur: Arthur expresses envy but also seems to accept Xia Ming's rise in status, hinting at a possible change in their dynamic.