Ch. 21Ferocious Beasts Ravage the Primordial World
Key Plot Points and Events
- The Fierce Beast Clan wreaks havoc in the Far West Lands, slaughtering newly born innate beings.
- Luo Hou, a figure with a Dao body at the eighth level of the Primordial Unity Realm, senses the destruction and decides to wait before revealing himself.
- Shen Ni, the leader of the Fierce Beast Clan, receives a visit from the Destruction Demon God, who grants him a Primordial Chaos Spirit Fruit and a copy of the World-Extinguishing Millstone, ordering him to accelerate the conquest of the Primordial World.
- Shen Ni summons his Four Great Generals, including Taotie, and orders them to break through to the Great Golden Immortal realm to prepare for the unification of the Primordial World.
Character Developments
- Luo Hou: Shows restraint and patience in revealing himself, aware of the potential dangers from other Demon Gods' contingencies.
- Shen Ni: Gains confidence and power after receiving the Destruction Demon God's blessing, becoming even more determined to conquer the Primordial World.
- Taotie: Shows concern for the Fierce Beast Clan's excessive slaughter and the potential backlash from the Heavenly Dao and other tribes, but ultimately submits to Shen Ni's will. He also becomes fixated on obtaining the World-Extinguishing Millstone.
Significant Themes
- Destruction and Conquest: The Destruction Demon God's influence and Shen Ni's relentless pursuit of power drive the plot forward.
- Karma and Consequences: Taotie warns about the Heavenly Dao's rejection due to their excessive slaughter, foreshadowing potential consequences.
- Power and Ambition: Characters seek power to achieve their goals, leading to conflict and tension.
Character Interactions
- Luo Hou and the Destruction Demon God: Though not directly interacting, Luo Hou senses the Destruction Demon God's influence, and the Demon God later appears to Shen Ni, showing their connection.
- Shen Ni and Taotie: Shen Ni dismisses Taotie's concerns about the Heavenly Dao's rejection and the potential threat from other tribes, demonstrating their differing viewpoints.
- Shen Ni and the Four Great Generals: Shen Ni grants them resources to help them break through to the Great Golden Immortal realm, showing his trust in them and his determination to conquer the Primordial World.