Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Murong Xuan leaves for Imperial Court deployment.
• Lu Xingshi discovers the "Eternal Youth Spring Scripture" and a letter.
• He learns the "Eternal Youth Spring Scripture" and sweeps through the Jade Library, completing the achievement 'Just Starting Out'.
• Lu Xingshi modifies eight Innate Traits, increasing his Health Points to 6,500%.

Character Developments

• Lu Xingshi becomes more confident in his abilities and plans to maximize his attributes and ability values.
• Murong Xuan is revealed to have connections with the Imperial Court and other martial world experts.

Significant Themes

• The importance of opportunities and background in one's cultivation journey (Divine Martial Legend and Rare Treasures Accompany traits).
• The struggle between spending and saving resources (Gold Coins) for future modifications.

Character Interactions

• Lu Xingshi and Murong Xuan's relationship remains unchanged, with Lu Xingshi still keeping his true abilities hidden.
• Lu Xingshi interacts with no other characters in this chapter.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lu Xingshi modifies his ability values to 1000 points each, unlocking new traits and benefits.
• He realizes he has been in the Martial Arts World for over two months, exceeding the time frame set by his master, Murong Xuan.
• Lu Xingshi decides to look for Murong Xuan and prepare himself before venturing out.

Character Developments

• Lu Xingshi's power and confidence grow significantly after modifying his ability values and unlocking new traits.
• He becomes more aware of the passage of time and the importance of his master's whereabouts.

Significant Themes

• The pursuit of power and self-improvement.
• The importance of time and responsibility.
• The value of preparation and planning.

Character Interactions

• Lu Xingshi's thoughts about his master, Murong Xuan, reveal his growing concern and determination to find him.
• There are no physical interactions with other characters in this chapter, but Lu Xingshi's thoughts about his master serve as a reminder of his connections to others.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lu Xingshi, now a member of Langya Pavilion, is traveling to Saibei and stops at an inn for food and information.
• He learns about recent unrest in Saibei, led by a general named An Yashi, who was forced into rebellion by corrupt officials.
• At the inn, Lu Xingshi shares a table with three strangers: a burly man named Xiang He, a young woman, and a young lad. Xiang He, a Heretical Practitioner, threatens Lu Xingshi.
• Lu Xingshi, despite his nonchalant demeanor, draws a Hand Cannon and threatens Xiang He in return.

Character Developments

• Lu Xingshi: Shows his calm and collected nature, even when threatened. He demonstrates his knowledge of the martial world and its politics, as well as his resourcefulness in using a Hand Cannon to intimidate Xiang He.
• Xiang He: Initially arrogant and threatening, he becomes cautious and fearful when faced with Lu Xingshi's Hand Cannon, revealing his pragmatism and self-preservation instincts.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics and politics of the martial world, with corrupt officials manipulating events from the shadows.
• The tension between the martial world and the law, with Lu Xingshi invoking the Great Song Law to challenge Xiang He.
• The use of intimidation and fear as a means of control and negotiation.

Character Interactions

• Lu Xingshi and Xiang He: Their interaction is tense and confrontational, with Lu Xingshi using his wits and a Hand Cannon to counter Xiang He's threats.
• Lu Xingshi and the Young Lad: The young lad attempts to warn Lu Xingshi about Xiang He, showing concern for his safety.
• Lu Xingshi and the Young Woman: Their interaction is minimal, but she seems to be a captive of Xiang He, along with the Young Lad.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lu Xingshi encounters Xiang He, a member of the Poison Dragon Hand, who had kidnapped Meng Hu and Shangguan Ru.
• Lu Xingshi incapacitates Xiang He, crippling his cultivation and injuring his body, then leaves him to his fate.
• Lu Xingshi is invited to Shangguan Ru's father's 80th birthday banquet but declines due to his urgent business in Saibei.

Character Developments

• Lu Xingshi demonstrates his formidable skills and lack of mercy towards evildoers, but also shows a modern sensibility in his reluctance to kill and his use of poison.
• Meng Hu and Shangguan Ru show gratitude towards Lu Xingshi for saving them and offer their assistance, revealing their backgrounds and connections.

Significant Themes

• The ruthlessness and consequences of evil deeds in the martial world.
• The power dynamics and influence of martial families and sects.
• The contrast between modern and traditional values, as seen in Lu Xingshi's actions and thoughts.

Character Interactions

• Lu Xingshi interacts with Xiang He, Meng Hu, and Shangguan Ru, displaying his confidence, quick wit, and lack of fear despite his young age.
• Meng Hu and Shangguan Ru interact with Lu Xingshi, showing their respect and gratitude towards him, as well as their eagerness to help him despite their limited abilities.

Plot Points and Events

• Lu Xingshi travels with the Iron Sword Sect and the Shangguan Family to Saibei.
• At Shangguan Zhe's birthday banquet, Lu Xingshi discovers that the food is poisoned.
• Cui Xuan, the Iron Sword Sect's martial uncle, confirms the poisoning and instructs others on detoxification.
• Shangguan Zhe is severely poisoned and cannot be saved.

Character Developments

• Lu Xingshi demonstrates his exceptional abilities in detecting and resisting poison.
• Cui Xuan shows concern for the Shangguan Family's well-being and unity within the Iron Sword Sect.
• Shangguan Zhe's health and importance to the family are highlighted.

Significant Themes

• Trust and deception within alliances (Iron Sword Sect and Shangguan Family, and among banquet attendees).
• The power dynamics between sects, families, and the Imperial Court.
• The consequences of underestimating enemies or situations (Shangguan Zhe's poisoning).

Character Interactions

• Lu Xingshi and Cui Xuan work together to address the poisoning crisis.
• The Iron Sword Sect disciples follow Cui Xuan's orders to help others detoxify.
• Lu Xingshi declines to attempt a risky treatment for Shangguan Zhe, suggesting potential mistrust or self-preservation.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Iron Sword Sect disciples and guards are poisoned during the birthday banquet.
• Shi Jiang, the Black Faced Snake, reveals himself and attacks Cui Xuan, the Breeze Swift Sword.
• Lu Xingshi stays behind and uses his Hand Cannon, Golden Crow, to defeat Shi Jiang, allowing him and Cui Xuan to escape.

Character Developments

• Cui Xuan shows his skill and quick thinking, but is no match for Shi Jiang without his sword.
• Lu Xingshi demonstrates his resourcefulness and combat prowess, using his Hand Cannon to turn the tide.

Significant Themes

• The importance of reputation and righteousness in the martial world.
• The power of surprise and unconventional tactics in combat.

Character Interactions

• Cui Xuan and Lu Xingshi work together to escape Shi Jiang's trap.
• Shi Jiang underestimates Lu Xingshi, leading to his downfall.
• Lu Xingshi's use of his Hand Cannon showcases his unique combat style and adaptability.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lu Xingshi earns a hidden achievement and acquired trait, 'Blood Courage,' after killing Black Face Snake with the Golden Crow Hand Cannon.
• The trait has four stages, with the next ones being 'Meridian Courage,' 'Bone Courage,' and 'Spirit Courage.'
• Cui Xuan warns Lu Xingshi about the illegality of his hand cannon, but Lu Xingshi remains unfazed.
• Cui Xuan reveals that the Iron Sword Sect's trip north might be connected to the rebellion in Saibei.
• Lu Xingshi and Cui Xuan decide to set out immediately for Saibei after the Shangguan Residence's matters are settled.

Character Developments

• Lu Xingshi gains a new trait, 'Blood Courage,' which enhances his critical hit chance and health points.
• Cui Xuan shows concern for the Iron Sword Sect's safety and the situation in Saibei.

Significant Themes

• The danger and usefulness of Lu Xingshi's Golden Crow Hand Cannon.
• The potential rebellion in Saibei and its connection to the Iron Sword Sect's trip north.
• The legality of military equipment and the consequences of using them.

Character Interactions

• Lu Xingshi and Cui Xuan discuss the situation in Saibei and decide to set out immediately.
• Cui Xuan warns Lu Xingshi about the illegality of his hand cannon, but Lu Xingshi remains unconcerned.

Key Plot Points and Events

• After the Shangguan Residence incident, only five Iron Sword Sect disciples, led by Cui Xuan, remain. They travel north on horseback.
• Lu Xingshi, with his maxed-out Riding skill, quickly becomes an experienced rider.
• They encounter an ambush by Iron Lotus, who throws a Locust Stone at Lu Xingshi, but he catches and returns it, killing Iron Lotus.
• Cui Xuan decides to take a side route to avoid further ambushes, which will take three days instead of five.

Character Developments

• Lu Xingshi demonstrates his formidable skills, catching and returning Iron Lotus's Locust Stone, showcasing his strength and composure under attack.
• Cui Xuan shows strategic thinking by choosing a side route to avoid danger, prioritizing safety and speed.

Significant Themes

• Safety vs. Speed: Cui Xuan balances the need for speed with the need for safety, choosing a side route to avoid potential ambushes.
• Trust and Caution: Lu Xingshi trusts Cui Xuan's judgment but remains cautious, agreeing to the side route without hesitation.

Character Interactions

• Lu Xingshi and Cui Xuan discuss their journey and the potential reasons behind Iron Lotus's ambush.
• Lu Xingshi and Cui Xuan make a decision together about taking a side route, showing mutual respect and understanding.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The group is crossing the Tianzhi Mountain Range and expects to reach Saibei the next day.
• An Iron Sword Sect disciple goes missing while relieving himself, suspected to have been attacked by an aberrant beast.
• Lu Xingshi, Cui Xuan, and the others find traces of the missing disciple, including large wolf pawprints and bloodstains.
• Lu Xingshi deduces the presence of a two-legged upright creature called a 'Bei' working with the wolf, based on the depth and pattern of the pawprints.

Character Developments

• Lu Xingshi has fully cultivated the Eternal Undying True Art and is at the peak of his abilities, but feels dissatisfied with his current limits.
• Cui Xuan, though skilled, shows concern for his fellow disciples' safety and is wary of the potential danger they face.

Significant Themes

• The danger and unpredictability of the Martial Arts World, even for skilled martial artists.
• The importance of teamwork and communication in facing threats.

Character Interactions

• Lu Xingshi and Cui Xuan work together to investigate the missing disciple's fate, with Lu Xingshi using his unique skills and knowledge to deduce the presence of a Bei.
• The group decides to stick together to avoid being picked off one by one, highlighting their awareness of the potential danger and their reliance on each other.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The group decides to prioritize finding their sect leader over avenging Sui Shidi's death.
• They discover their camp ransacked by the wolf pack, which had taken their rations.
• Lu Xingshi and Cui Xuan discuss their encounters with mutants, with Cui Xuan sharing his experiences.
• As they leave the Tianzhi Mountain Range, they are watched by the wolf pack and the mutant Bei.

Character Developments

• Cui Xuan shows concern for his disciples' safety, choosing to prioritize their survival over immediate vengeance.
• Lu Xingshi demonstrates his confidence in his abilities and his eagerness to face strong opponents, both human and beast.
• The group's disciples share their own experiences with mutants, revealing their encounters to be rare.

Significant Themes

• Survival vs. Vengeance: Cui Xuan's decision to prioritize survival over immediate vengeance highlights the theme of prioritizing practicality over emotional responses.
• Rarity of Mutants: The scarcity of mutants is emphasized, making their encounters rare and valuable.
• Power Dynamics: The dynamic between the group and the mutant creatures showcases the power imbalance, with the group being cautious and wary of the mutants.

Character Interactions

• Lu Xingshi and Cui Xuan interact, with Lu Xingshi questioning Cui Xuan about his experiences with mutants.
• The group's disciples share their own experiences, fostering a sense of camaraderie and shared knowledge.
• The group's dynamic is one of caution and wariness, with Lu Xingshi taking a protective role at the rear.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lu Xingshi and his group cross the Tianzhi Mountain Range, evading wolf and bei attacks.
• They reach Cuifeng Pass, where they meet Jin Xiong, the Iron Sword Sect's sect leader.
• Jin Xiong reveals that the barbarians are invading, and the Prince of Liao is rebelling against the court.
• Lu Xingshi learns that his master, the Star Plucking Rogue, Murong Xuan, is trapped at Tiange Pass with low supplies.

Character Developments

• Lu Xingshi demonstrates regret for not engaging the wolves, showing his growing confidence in his abilities.
• Jin Xiong reveals his alignment with the Prince of Liao's faction, showing political astuteness.

Significant Themes

• The struggle for power between civil and military officials in the Great Song Dynasty.
• The complex dynamics between the Great Song Dynasty, the barbarians, and the Prince of Liao.
• The moral ambiguity of Lu Xingshi's stance on the conflict.

Character Interactions

• Lu Xingshi interacts with Jin Xiong, learning about the political situation and his master's predicament.
• Lu Xingshi's group decides to head to Tiange Pass to find his master, despite the danger.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Tiange Pass is on the brink of falling due to lack of supplies and wavering morale.
• Commander Xu Qian plans to surrender to the Prince of Liao.
• Bi Sheng, a desert tribe leader, agrees to surrender and asks for land for his tribe in return.
• Murong Xuan, Lu Xingshi's master, refuses to defect and is taken into custody.
• The barbarians launch an attack on Tiange Pass.

Character Developments

• Commander Xu Qian shows political acumen and opportunism, willing to surrender to secure his position.
• Bi Sheng prioritizes his tribe's survival, agreeing to surrender and asking for land in return.
• Murong Xuan remains loyal to the Late Emperor and the current emperor, refusing to defect despite the danger.

Significant Themes

• Loyalty vs. opportunism: Murong Xuan's loyalty contrasts with Xu Qian's opportunism.
• Survival and self-preservation: Bi Sheng's actions highlight the importance of survival in harsh conditions.
• The consequences of political instability: The rebellion and the Prince of Liao's actions have led to Tiange Pass's dire situation.

Character Interactions

• Xu Qian tries to convince Murong Xuan to defect, showing his political maneuvering.
• Bi Sheng negotiates with Xu Qian, demonstrating his pragmatism and concern for his tribe.
• Lu Xingshi follows his master from a distance, showing his caution and concern for his master's safety.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lu Xingshi arrives at Tiange Pass to find it under attack by barbarians.
• Murong Xuan reveals his past debt to the Late Emperor and his intention to repay it by holding the pass.
• Lu Xingshi offers to help, but Murong Xuan insists on going alone.
• They compromise: Lu Xingshi will open the city gate to welcome reinforcements, while Murong Xuan requests those reinforcements from the Prince of Liao.

Character Developments

• Lu Xingshi demonstrates loyalty and concern for his master, Murong Xuan.
• Murong Xuan shows unwavering determination to fulfill his debt to the Late Emperor, even at the cost of his life.
• Lu Xingshi reveals his desire to cheat and win, hinting at his unique abilities and mindset.

Significant Themes

• Loyalty and filial piety (Lu Xingshi's concern for Murong Xuan, Murong Xuan's debt to the Late Emperor).
• Sacrifice and duty (Murong Xuan's willingness to die to repay his debt).
• Manipulation and deception (Lu Xingshi's plan to cheat and win, his intention to deviate from the agreed plan).

Character Interactions

• Lu Xingshi and Murong Xuan's interaction shows a mix of concern, stubbornness, and mutual respect, with Lu Xingshi trying to protect Murong Xuan while also understanding his determination.
• Lu Xingshi's manipulation of Murong Xuan highlights his cunning and ability to read people, while also showing his desire to protect his master.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lu Xingshi, warming up, realizes his body has evolved due to his high Physical Constitution and Immortal Fetus Immortal Bone trait.
• He faces a large number of retreating soldiers and Barbarian attackers, using his Golden Crow Hand Cannon to clear a path.
• A Barbarian Expert challenges him, but Lu Xingshi defeats him with a single punch, advancing his Blood Courage to Meridian Courage.
• Lu Xingshi pursues and attacks the retreating Barbarians, aiming to terrify them and prevent any from escaping Tiange Pass.

Character Developments

• Lu Xingshi demonstrates his immense strength and fearlessness, earning the respect and fear of both Great Song and Barbarian soldiers.
• Murong Xuan, hearing the commotion, hopes that Lu Xingshi won't foolishly face the Barbarians head-on and considers pledging allegiance to Prince of Liao if he sends reinforcements.

Significant Themes

• Courage and fearlessness in the face of adversity.
• The power of a single individual to inspire and terrify many.
• The value of life and the importance of survival.

Character Interactions

• Lu Xingshi interacts with the soldiers of Tiange Pass, inspiring fear and awe.
• Murong Xuan reflects on Lu Xingshi's actions and considers his own future plans, thinking of Lu Xingshi's earlier emphasis on running away as a strength rather than a weakness.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lu Xingshi, the "Golden Crow Ghost God" warrior, single-handedly infiltrates and fights through the barbarian army to reach their chieftain, Aha Chu.
• He offers Aha Chu two choices: leave Tiange Pass or face annihilation.
• Aha Chu, realizing Lu Xingshi's overwhelming strength, agrees to withdraw his ten thousand-strong barbarian army from Tiange Pass.

Character Developments

• Lu Xingshi demonstrates his immense strength, courage, and strategic thinking, earning the title "Enemy of Ten Thousand."
• Aha Chu shows his pragmatic nature, choosing to retreat rather than risk further casualties, and keeping his word to withdraw.

Significant Themes

• The power of individual strength against a large force.
• Pragmatism and survival in the face of overwhelming odds.
• The consequences of underestimating one's opponent.

Character Interactions

• Lu Xingshi and Aha Chu's tense negotiation, with Lu Xingshi holding the upper hand due to his immense strength.
• The barbarian army's fear and disarray in the face of Lu Xingshi's relentless onslaught.
• The pass-guarding soldiers' acceptance of Lu Xingshi's authority and their willingness to follow his orders.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The soldiers defending Saibei are starving due to lack of supplies.
• Lu Xingshi provides them with food, showing his strength and generosity.
• Lu Xingshi asks about the Golden Crow, Bei, Taotie, and the Vermillion Bird, but the soldiers are unfamiliar with these terms.
• Lu Xingshi learns that the soldiers have not been paid for six months, suggesting corruption or embezzlement.
• Lu Xingshi reveals he is Murong Xuan's disciple and has come to investigate his master's disappearance.

Character Developments

• Lu Xingshi demonstrates his combat strength and willingness to help the soldiers, earning their respect and admiration.
• The soldiers show their desperation and hunger, as well as their eagerness to please Lu Xingshi.
• Lu Xingshi shows curiosity about the local legends and culture, indicating his interest in learning more about this world.

Significant Themes

• The harsh conditions and low status of soldiers in this era.
• The power of strength and the importance of kindness in gaining respect and loyalty.
• The corruption and embezzlement of funds, leading to the suffering of the soldiers.
• The contrast between the prosperous Great Song Dynasty and the struggling borderlands.

Character Interactions

• Lu Xingshi interacts with the soldiers, showing kindness and concern for their well-being.
• The soldiers show deference to Lu Xingshi due to his strength and generosity, hinting at their desire to serve him.
• Lu Xingshi and the soldiers share a meal, fostering a sense of camaraderie and trust.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Prince of Liao arrives at Tiange Pass with five thousand troops, expecting to find it occupied by barbarians, but instead finds Great Song soldiers patrolling.
• Lu Xingshi, who had taken control of the pass, initially suspects a trap but allows Prince of Liao's general to enter for investigation.
• Lu Xingshi explains to Murong Xuan that he drove the barbarians away by threatening their chieftain, Aha Chu.
• Prince of Liao, impressed by Lu Xingshi's feat, offers him a position in his army, but Lu Xingshi declines.
• Murong Xuan also declines Prince of Liao's offer to join his cause, stating his intention to retire from worldly affairs.

Character Developments

• Lu Xingshi demonstrates his bravery and strategic thinking by driving the barbarians away from Tiange Pass.
• Murong Xuan shows his loyalty to his late emperor and his desire to stay out of political affairs.
• Prince of Liao reveals his ambition to purge the emperor's entourage and his eagerness to recruit powerful allies like Lu Xingshi and Murong Xuan.

Significant Themes

• Ambition vs. Retirement: Prince of Liao's ambition is contrasted with Murong Xuan's desire to retire from worldly affairs.
• Loyalty: Murong Xuan's loyalty to his late emperor is highlighted.
• Strategic Thinking: Lu Xingshi's ability to think strategically is demonstrated in his handling of the barbarian threat.

Character Interactions

• Lu Xingshi and Murong Xuan: Their master-disciple relationship is shown, with Lu Xingshi sharing his actions with Murong Xuan and Murong Xuan being proud of his disciple's achievements.
• Prince of Liao and Lu Xingshi/Murong Xuan: Prince of Liao tries to recruit Lu Xingshi and Murong Xuan into his cause, but both decline.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Prince of Liao attempts to recruit Murong Xuan and Lu Xingshi but lets them go due to Lu Xingshi's formidable prowess and fear of creating an enemy.
• Lu Xingshi and Murong Xuan receive gifts from Prince of Liao and decide to return to Langya Pavilion.
• Lu Xingshi reveals finding the Eternal Youth Longevity Art and a letter in a cave behind Langya Pavilion.
• The letter is from the Grandmaster who caused Langya Pavilion's internal conflict, revealing a treasure vault that Lu Xingshi wants to inherit.

Character Developments

• Lu Xingshi: Shows curiosity and ambition in seeking the Grandmaster's treasure and expressing desire to create his own martial arts.
• Murong Xuan: Demonstrates wisdom in handling Prince of Liao's recruitment attempt and understanding Lu Xingshi's ambition.

Significant Themes

• Ambition and desire for power (Lu Xingshi's pursuit of the Grandmaster's treasure and creating his own martial arts).
• Wisdom and diplomacy (Murong Xuan's handling of Prince of Liao and understanding Lu Xingshi's goals).

Character Interactions

• Lu Xingshi and Murong Xuan: Their relationship deepens as they discuss their goals and plans, with Lu Xingshi sharing his discoveries and ambitions with Murong Xuan.
• Lu Xingshi and Prince of Liao: Their interaction is brief but tense, with Prince of Liao attempting to recruit Lu Xingshi and ultimately letting him go due to his formidable prowess.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lu Xingshi discovers and dissects a mutant wolf and a bei (a mutant creature with a highly developed brain) in the Tianzhi Mountain Range.
• He finds that eating the bei's skull increases Comprehension by 1 point, and the wolf's bone increases Physical Constitution by 1 point, but only if the respective stat is below 15 points and only once.
• Lu Xingshi considers challenging other sects for their inheritances but decides to postpone it to focus on opening Grandmaster's Treasury and refining his Golden Crow equipment.

Character Developments

• Lu Xingshi: Shows his strength and ruthlessness in dealing with mutants, and his strategic thinking in planning his next moves.
• Murong Xuan: Demonstrates his wisdom and experience by offering suggestions and cautioning Lu Xingshi about potential dangers.

Significant Themes

• Strength and power: Lu Xingshi's strength allows him to consider challenging other sects, but also makes others wary of him.
• Caution and planning: Both characters acknowledge the need for careful planning and consideration of potential risks.
• The truth of the world: Lu Xingshi's curiosity about the world's secrets and his desire to uncover them drives his actions.

Character Interactions

• Lu Xingshi and Murong Xuan: The master-disciple duo discusses strategies, with Lu Xingshi often challenging Murong Xuan's ideas and vice versa, leading to a mutual growth in their plans and understanding.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lu Xingshi and Murong Xuan return to the Central Plains and enter Langya Pavilion's treasury.
• They discover evidence suggesting Langya Pavilion's past involvement in rebellion, including military manuals, weapons, and a rebel sect's inheritance, "Kun Peng Devouring the World."
• Lu Xingshi finds a mysterious artifact resembling bracers or gloves, which Murong Xuan recognizes as related to the North Sea.

Character Developments

• Lu Xingshi shows curiosity and a strategic mind, considering the implications of Langya Pavilion's past and the potential risks and rewards of rebellion.
• Murong Xuan displays his extensive knowledge of the martial world's history and his practical wisdom in handling the situation, choosing to focus on their own cultivation rather than dwelling on the past.

Significant Themes

• The influence of the past on the present, and how historical events shape the actions and beliefs of characters.
• The pursuit of power and knowledge, as Lu Xingshi and Murong Xuan seek to understand and cultivate their sect's inheritances.

Character Interactions

• Lu Xingshi and Murong Xuan's relationship continues to grow, with Lu Xingshi teasing Murong Xuan about their sect's possible rebel past, while Murong Xuan remains practical and focused on their current goals.
• Their dynamic showcases their mutual respect and understanding, as well as their shared curiosity about the secrets of their sect's history.