Chapter Summaries

Plot Points and Events

• Chen Jue, a newly appointed Patrol Inspector, is shot by a Rat Gang member with a makeshift firearm while on duty.
• He survives due to a bulletproof lining given by his uncle and seeks medical attention from Physician Jiao.
• Chen Jue decides to temporarily stay at his uncle's place to avoid worrying his mother.

Character Development

• Chen Jue: Realizes the importance of strength and resolves to work harder to improve his martial arts skills.
• He Yuanshan: Shows concern for his nephew's well-being and supports him.
• Chen Yun: Demonstrates her love and care for Chen Jue, treating him like her own son.

Significant Themes

• The importance of diligence and hard work, as emphasized by the Diligence Rewards Log.
• The dangers of the outer city and the need for strength to survive.
• The contrast between the lives of full-time Patrol Inspectors and interns.

Character Interactions

• Chen Jue and He Yuanshan: Uncle and nephew, sharing a close bond; He Yuanshan supports and looks after Chen Jue.
• Chen Jue and Chen Yun: Aunt and nephew, sharing a strong emotional connection; Chen Yun treats Chen Jue like her own son and expresses her concern for him.
• Chen Jue and Physician Jiao: Patient and doctor; Physician Jiao charges a high fee for his services, causing Chen Jue to feel cheated.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Jue awakens an innate talent, "Diligence Rewards Log," after being shot.
• The talent multiplies his efforts in martial arts practice, requiring no additional resources.
• Chen Jue spends his medical leave practicing Primordial Stance Art in a park, drawing attention.
• He considers joining Jiangnan Myriad-House Office for better benefits and startup capital.

Character Developments

• Chen Jue becomes more determined and focused on his martial arts practice after awakening his talent.
• He starts to consider his future career and financial needs seriously.

Significant Themes

• The importance of hard work and perseverance in martial arts cultivation.
• The struggle of commoners to improve their lives through martial arts.
• The influence of wealth and power on one's martial arts journey.

Character Interactions

• Chen Jue interacts with his aunt and uncle through the surveillance system, accepting their care and support.
• He has no significant interactions with others in this chapter, focusing mainly on his personal growth and plans.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Jue obtains a 100,000-limit "Martial Arts Loan" with an annual interest rate of 12%.
• He exchanges 20,000 notes for two low-grade spirit stones and spends the rest on cultivation resources at Pei Pharmacy.
• Chen Jue practices his Primordial Stance Art and Six Directions Saber Art in the park.
• He meets his cousin He Tang and her best friend Pei Qingying after school.
• Chen Jue notices suspicious figures following them and learns about the Room Fire Cult, a Star God faith, causing trouble for He Tang and Pei Qingying at school.

Character Developments

• Chen Jue: Shows determination in his cultivation, spending his loan on resources to improve his skills. He also demonstrates concern for his cousin and her friend, offering advice on protecting themselves.
• He Tang: Displayed confidence and pride in her martial arts abilities, but also a lack of caution regarding the Room Fire Cult.
• Pei Qingying: Revealed to be well-mannered and polite, but also cautious about the Room Fire Cult, showing a contrast to He Tang's nonchalance.

Significant Themes

• The importance of diligence and hard work in cultivation, as shown by Chen Jue's dedication to practicing his stance art and saber art.
• The dangers of heretical beliefs and cults, represented by the Room Fire Cult, which can lead to trouble for those targeted by them.
• The influence of powerful clans, as seen in the school's reluctance to strictly enforce rules against students from influential families.

Character Interactions

• Chen Jue and He Tang: Their interaction shows a mix of familial affection and lecturing, with Chen Jue acting like an elder brother and He Tang responding with a mix of pride and nonchalance.
• Chen Jue and Pei Qingying: Their interaction is polite and respectful, with Chen Jue showing concern for her safety and Pei Qingying responding with gratitude.
• He Tang and Pei Qingying: Their friendship is evident, with He Tang proudly mentioning Pei Qingying's martial arts abilities and Pei Qingying trusting He Tang enough to share her concerns about the Room Fire Cult.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Jue's mother, Ms. He Yin, visits her brother's home, where Chen Jue and He Tang live.
• Pei Qingying, He Tang's classmate, is also present. Ms. He Yin takes a liking to her and treats her warmly.
• After dinner, Chen Jue sees Pei Qingying off. In the car, she expresses her envy of He Tang's family life.
• Chen Jue and Ms. He Yin return home. Chen Jue practices his martial arts stance, while Ms. He Yin watches dramas and worries about Chen Jue's future in the martial world.

Character Developments

• Chen Jue: Struggles with his addiction to online games, which hinders his martial arts progress. He is diligent in his training but has a fiery temper and holds grudges.
• Ms. He Yin: A loving and doting mother who is concerned about Chen Jue's future. She has a strong personality and is not afraid to speak her mind.
• Pei Qingying: A young girl from a wealthy family who feels envious of He Tang's family life. She is polite and well-mannered.

Significant Themes

• Family and Belonging: The chapter explores the dynamics between family members and the longing for a sense of belonging, as seen through Pei Qingying's envy of He Tang's family life.
• The Struggle between Personal Interests and Responsibilities: Chen Jue's addiction to online games hinders his martial arts progress, causing a conflict between his personal interests and his responsibilities as a martial artist.
• The Dangers of the Martial World: Ms. He Yin worries about Chen Jue's future in the martial world, suggesting that it is a dangerous place filled with treacherous people.

Character Interactions

• Chen Jue and Ms. He Yin: Their relationship is filled with banter and mutual understanding. Despite their differing views on Chen Jue's future, they care deeply for each other.
• Ms. He Yin and Pei Qingying: Ms. He Yin takes a liking to Pei Qingying and treats her warmly, showing her maternal instincts.
• Chen Jue and Pei Qingying: Chen Jue sees Pei Qingying off, and they have a brief, polite conversation. Pei Qingying expresses her envy of He Tang's family life.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Jue completes a day of intense training and receives rewards from the Diligence Talent.
• He gains a massive surge of qi and blood, enough for 18 hours of perfect stance practice.
• After circulating his qi and blood, he reaches the peak of the ninth level and comprehends the essence of the Six Directions Saber Art: Inner and Outer Six Harmonies.
• Chen Jue practices the saber art with his newfound understanding, reaching minor mastery.

Character Developments

• Chen Jue's diligence and determination in training lead to significant progress in his martial arts skills.
• He Yin, Chen Jue's mother, witnesses her son's improvement and becomes concerned about who might have taught him the complete martial technique.

Significant Themes

• Diligence and hard work lead to mastery and growth in martial arts.
• The importance of perfecting one's skills and understanding the essence of a technique.
• The potential consequences of outside influence on one's growth and development.

Character Interactions

• Chen Jue's interaction with the Diligence Talent rewards system drives his progress.
• He Yin's reaction to Chen Jue's growth highlights her concern for his well-being and potential external influences on his training.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Jue, after recovering from his injuries, aims to exceed the typical Blood Qi completion of 110% but fails at 111% due to his body's limits.
• He returns to the Kaiyang Guard Station early to apply for a Martial Foundation Establishment Pill.
• Chen Jue encounters competition for the monthly quota from an older applicant, Zhang San.
• Chen Jue successfully obtains the pill after Director Tang Shuo prioritizes his application due to his younger age and greater growth potential.
• Zhang Hu, a burly intern with extensive combat experience, confronts Chen Jue in the corridor, but Chen Jue swiftly defeats him with a powerful kick.

Character Developments

• Chen Jue demonstrates his determination and ambition by attempting to exceed typical Blood Qi completion limits.
• He shows maturity and understanding of competition when dealing with Zhang San.
• Chen Jue's martial prowess is showcased when he easily defeats Zhang Hu, proving he's not just a bookworm but also a formidable fighter.

Significant Themes

• Competition and prioritization based on age and potential, as seen in the conflict between Chen Jue and Zhang San, and the Guard Station's policy for distributing the Martial Foundation Establishment Pill quota.
• The importance of martial foundation establishment for prospective martial artists, as it significantly enhances their physical strength and opens the door to further cultivation.

Character Interactions

• Chen Jue and Old Xiao, the gate guard, have a friendly interaction, with Old Xiao expressing surprise at Chen Jue's quick recovery.
• Chen Jue and his uncle, He Yuanshan, have a tense interaction initially, with He Yuanshan scolding Chen Jue for returning to work early. However, he later supports Chen Jue's application for the Martial Foundation Establishment Pill.
• Chen Jue and Zhang San have a tense interaction due to their competition for the monthly quota, with Zhang San expressing hostility toward Chen Jue.
• Chen Jue and Zhang Hu have a confrontational interaction, resulting in Chen Jue swiftly defeating Zhang Hu, who had attempted to intimidate him.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Jue is bullied by Zhang Hu, an inspector from Group Four, and defends himself, injuring Zhang Hu.
• Shift Leader Zhang Wei and other Group Four inspectors arrive, accusing Chen Jue of harming a fellow officer.
• He Yuanshan, Chen Jue's uncle, arrives with Group Three inspectors to support Chen Jue.
• Zhang Wei demands Chen Jue's Foundation Establishment Pill and 20,000 yuan for medical expenses.
• He Yuanshan and Zhang Wei reach a compromise: Chen Jue pays 30,000 yuan instead, and the matter is settled.
• Zhang Wei and Group Four leave, mocking Chen Jue and his uncle.
• Zeng You, Group Three's shift leader, leaves without supporting Chen Jue, upsetting He Yuanshan.

Character Developments

• Chen Jue: Shows quick thinking and decisiveness in a fight. He learns about the treacherous nature of people and vows revenge.
• He Yuanshan: Stands up for his nephew, showing his protective nature. He is wise and strategic, knowing when to compromise.
• Zhang Wei: Shows his manipulative and greedy nature, framing Chen Jue and extorting money from him.
• Zeng You: Shows cowardice and lack of leadership, leaving Chen Jue to face the situation alone.

Significant Themes

• The treacherous nature of people and the importance of vigilance.
• The power dynamics within the guard station, with higher-level officials holding more influence.
• The importance of evidence and witnesses in maintaining justice.

Character Interactions

• Chen Jue and He Yuanshan: Uncle and nephew, with a strong bond. He Yuanshan protects and guides Chen Jue.
• Chen Jue and Zhang Wei: Adversaries, with Chen Jue vowing revenge after being framed and extorted.
• He Yuanshan and Zhang Wei: Rivals, with He Yuanshan standing up to Zhang Wei's demands and compromising to protect Chen Jue.
• He Yuanshan and Zeng You: Colleagues, with He Yuanshan feeling disappointed in Zeng You's lack of support.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Jue returns home, still angry about Zhang Wei's betrayal.
• He practices the Six Directions Saber Art, venting his rage, and gains a new saber art trait, "Six Harmonies as One."
• Chen Jue takes the Martial Foundation Establishment Pill at midnight and successfully establishes his martial foundation, breaking through to the next realm.

Character Developments

• Chen Jue: Becomes more determined and focused on his cultivation. He gains a new saber art trait and successfully establishes his martial foundation, demonstrating his dedication and potential as a cultivator.
• Ms. He Yin (Chen Jue's mother): Shows concern for her son's well-being and tries to set him up with Pei Qingying.

Significant Themes

• Rage and Venting: Chen Jue's anger at Zhang Wei's betrayal drives him to practice his saber art intensively, leading to his breakthrough.
• Diligence and Persistence: Chen Jue's unwavering dedication to his training, even in the face of exhaustion, results in his successful Martial Foundation Establishment.
• Mother-Son Relationship: Ms. He Yin's worry for her son and her attempts to involve him in social situations (like setting him up with Pei Qingying) highlight the complex dynamics of their relationship.

Character Interactions

• Chen Jue and Ms. He Yin: The mother-son duo has a playful interaction when Ms. He Yin tries to involve Chen Jue in a video call with Pei Qingying.
• Chen Jue and Pei Qingying: Though they don't interact directly in this chapter, their relationship is hinted at through Ms. He Yin's attempts to set them up.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Jue wakes up early to cook breakfast for his mother, He Yin, showing unusual consideration.
• He Yin reveals that Chen Jue has established his martial foundation, surprising her.
• Chen Jue goes to the Patrol Inspectorate to collect a True Qi Realm cultivation method and is advised to consider the Little Five-Element Art.
• Chen Jue studies various middle-grade internal arts and ultimately chooses the Little Five-Element Art despite its difficulty.

Character Developments

• Chen Jue demonstrates unexpected maturity and thoughtfulness by cooking breakfast for his mother.
• He Yin shows concern for Chen Jue's martial development and reflects on her past actions.
• The young librarian at the Patrol Inspectorate shows expertise and impartiality in advising Chen Jue.

Significant Themes

• Ambition vs. Pragmatism: Chen Jue's choice of the Little Five-Element Art reflects his ambition, while choosing a dual-attribute internal art would be more pragmatic.
• Mother-Son Relationship: The breakfast scene highlights the complex dynamics of their relationship, with He Yin's concern and Chen Jue's newfound consideration.
• Cultivation Difficulty: The Little Five-Element Art's high difficulty serves as a challenge and a test of Chen Jue's resolve.

Character Interactions

• Chen Jue and He Yin: Their interaction over breakfast reveals a shift in their relationship, with Chen Jue showing more maturity and He Yin reflecting on her past actions.
• Chen Jue and the Young Librarian: Their interaction demonstrates the librarian's expertise and impartiality in advising Chen Jue on cultivation methods.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Jue memorizes the Little Five-Element Art and cultivates it, entering the True Qi Realm.
• He discovers three men following his cousin He Tang and her friend Pei Qingying, planning to abduct He Tang.
• Chen Jue confronts and kills the three men, learning about the Room Fire Cult's plot to sacrifice 'Boarfire Maidens' to become Martial Kings.

Character Developments

• Chen Jue: Shows determination and skill in cultivation, and demonstrates fierce protectiveness towards his cousin, leading to his first kills.
• He Tang: Unaware of the danger she's in, remains innocent and carefree.
• Pei Qingying: Also unaware, but is targeted due to her association with He Tang.
• Tang Bi, Feng Li, Tu Ji: Reveal the Room Fire Cult's plans and their role in it, leading to their deaths.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics between noble clans and commoners.
• The ruthlessness of the martial world and the dangers of cultivation.
• The consequences of one's actions and the importance of vigilance.

Character Interactions

• Chen Jue and He Tang: Chen Jue's protective instincts towards his cousin are highlighted.
• Chen Jue and the cult members: Chen Jue's fierce determination and skill in combat are shown.
• The cult members and their targets: Reveal the cult's plans and the danger He Tang and Pei Qingying are in.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ms. He Yin shares information about special admission spots in martial universities for those with special physiques.
• He Tang reveals Chen Jue's online romance history from martial high school, causing Pei Qingying to become distracted and distant.
• Chen Jue returns home after a discussion with his uncle He Yuanshan about a recent murder case.
• He Yuanshan advises Pei Qingying and He Tang to be cautious due to recent events.

Character Developments

• Pei Qingying shows empathy for Chen Jue's past relationship, unlike He Yin and He Tang who find it amusing.
• Chen Jue feels embarrassed and upset about his online romance history being revealed.
• He Yuanshan demonstrates concern for the safety of Pei Qingying and He Tang.

Significant Themes

• The impact of past actions on present life (Chen Jue's online romance history).
• The importance of empathy and understanding (Pei Qingying's reaction to Chen Jue's past).
• The consequences of reckless behavior (Chen Jue's martial high school obsession with online games).

Character Interactions

• He Yin, He Tang, and Pei Qingying laugh at Chen Jue's online romance history, causing Pei Qingying to become distant.
• Chen Jue feels embarrassed and upset when Pei Qingying asks him if he needs money badly.
• Pei Qingying shows concern for Chen Jue's well-being and safety, using his online romance nickname "Cold Young Master of the Imperial Clan" to bid him farewell.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Jue, after a day of diligent cultivation, gains significant improvements in his true qi and qi and blood value.
• He successfully condenses his fifth strand of Five-Element true qi, reaching the first layer of the True Qi Realm.
• Chen Jue becomes a full patrol inspector, receiving a salary of twelve thousand credits per month, with the Zong family subsidizing half of it.

Character Developments

• Chen Jue: Shows determination and diligence in his cultivation, leading to rapid progress. He also demonstrates strategic thinking in planning his cultivation and career.
• Tang Shuo: Reveals a more human side, expressing disdain for the administrator who misled Chen Jue about the Little Five-Element Art.

Significant Themes

• Diligence and hard work lead to rewards and progress (Chen Jue's cultivation improvements).
• The Little Five-Element Art's true rank and the Zong family's intentions are hinted at, adding intrigue and mystery.

Character Interactions

• Chen Jue and Tang Shuo: Tang Shuo warns Chen Jue about the true rank of the Little Five-Element Art and expresses disapproval of the administrator who misled him.
• Chen Jue and the unknown administrator: Chen Jue is deceived by the administrator about the rank of the Little Five-Element Art, leading to Chen Jue's resentment.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Jue overhears his colleagues discussing the Rat Gang's attack on their team members and the involvement of the Qi family.
• He tries to find information about the Little Five-Element Art online but encounters only negative reviews.
• Team Leader Zeng You assigns Chen Jue to patrol Wutong Street with Lin Shoucheng.
• Chen Jue is provoked by inspectors from Team Four, leading to a confrontation.

Character Developments

• Chen Jue demonstrates his unyielding strength and martial prowess, remaining unshaken even when attacked by Zhang Qi.
• Zeng You shows favoritism towards Chen Jue, assigning him to patrol with Lin Shoucheng despite the recent incident on Wutong Street.
• Zhang Qi displays his arrogance and underhanded tactics, attempting to provoke Chen Jue.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics and competition within the inspection teams.
• The consequences of cultivating the Little Five-Element Art, as discussed online.
• The tension between Chen Jue and the inspectors from Team Four.

Character Interactions

• Chen Jue interacts with his colleagues, overhearing their discussions about the Rat Gang and the Qi family.
• He has a brief exchange with Team Leader Zeng You, who assigns him to patrol Wutong Street.
• Chen Jue encounters Zhang Qi and another inspector from Team Four, leading to a physical altercation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Jue encounters Zhang Yaozu, Zhang Wei's cousin, who tries to extort him again.
• Chen Jue uses a body camera to record the encounter and threatens to expose Zhang Yaozu's actions to the station's group chat.
• Zhang Yaozu attempts to attack Chen Jue, but Lin Shoucheng intervenes and draws his saber.
• Zhang Yaozu and Zhang Lin are forced to pay Chen Jue 60,000 yuan to prevent the video from being sent.
• Chen Jue uses his new "Whole-Body Force" technique to defeat Zhang Qi with ease.

Character Developments

• Chen Jue demonstrates his cunning and strategic thinking, outsmarting Zhang Yaozu and Zhang Lin.
• Chen Jue shows no fear in confronting his enemies and is willing to take risks to protect himself and his family.
• Zhang Yaozu and Zhang Lin are revealed to be corrupt and willing to use violence to achieve their goals.
• Zhang Qi's martial arts skills are shown to be inferior to Chen Jue's, despite being at the same level of cultivation.

Significant Themes

• The theme of standing up to bullies and not being a pushover is highlighted through Chen Jue's actions.
• The consequences of corruption and abuse of power are shown through the actions of Zhang Yaozu and Zhang Lin.
• The importance of self-defense and martial arts skills is emphasized through Chen Jue's use of his new technique.

Character Interactions

• Chen Jue and Zhang Yaozu's interaction shows Chen Jue's ability to outwit and outmaneuver his enemies.
• Chen Jue and Lin Shoucheng's interaction shows their growing bond and mutual respect.
• Zhang Yaozu and Zhang Lin's interaction shows their corrupt and violent nature, as well as their willingness to use others to achieve their goals.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Jue and Lin Shoucheng (Uncle Lin) begin their patrol on Wutong Street.
• They encounter a merchant, Mi Mang, who bribes them to overlook his illegal salt trade.
• Lin Shoucheng teaches Chen Jue about the dynamics of patrol work and the different treatment of various businesses.
• At a restaurant, they are ambushed by an assassin who attempts to kill Lin Shoucheng. Chen Jue saves him and kills the assassin.

Character Developments

• Chen Jue: He experiences the harsh reality of patrol work, learns about corruption, and demonstrates his combat prowess and loyalty to his uncle.
• Lin Shoucheng: He shows his experience and wisdom in patrol work, as well as his vulnerability when caught off guard.

Significant Themes

• Corruption in the Patrol Station and the Divine Dynasty.
• The power dynamics between officials and common people.
• The harsh reality of the world versus the idealistic teachings Chen Jue received at school.

Character Interactions

• Chen Jue and Lin Shoucheng: They interact as a mentor-mentee pair, with Lin Shoucheng teaching Chen Jue about patrol work and Chen Jue demonstrating his loyalty and skill in protecting Lin Shoucheng.
• Chen Jue and Mi Mang: They have a brief interaction where Mi Mang bribes them, and Chen Jue learns about the corrupt nature of patrol work.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Jue and Lin Shoucheng are ambushed by the Rat Gang at the restaurant.
• Chen Jue demonstrates his exceptional saber skills, killing multiple enemies with ease.
• The Rat Gang, led by a true qi realm martial artist, attacks the restaurant, aiming to capture or kill the inspectors.
• Chen Jue and Lin Shoucheng fight back-to-back, retreating towards the stairwell while killing numerous enemies.
• Chen Jue stabilizes the battle line at the stairwell, using the narrow passage to his advantage and increasing his killing efficiency.

Character Developments

• Chen Jue showcases his formidable saber skills and strength, proving himself a formidable opponent even without true qi.
• Lin Shoucheng, despite his initial fear, demonstrates his experience and wisdom by adapting his fighting style to support Chen Jue.
• Chen Jue's confidence in his abilities grows, as he reassures Lin Shoucheng that he can handle the pressure of the battle.

Significant Themes

• The theme of adaptability is highlighted as Lin Shoucheng changes his fighting style to support Chen Jue, rather than sticking to his usual techniques.
• The importance of teamwork is shown, as Chen Jue and Lin Shoucheng fight more effectively together than they would separately.

Character Interactions

• Chen Jue and Lin Shoucheng form a strong partnership, with Chen Jue taking the lead in combat and Lin Shoucheng providing support and protection.
• The Rat Gang members are portrayed as ruthless and fearless, willing to die for their leader and their cause.
• The true qi realm martial artist among the Rat Gang members is portrayed as a formidable opponent, forcing Chen Jue to retreat and stabilize his footing.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Jue and Lin Shoucheng defend against a relentless attack by the Rat Gang, eventually driving them back with Chen Jue's desperate charge and use of a Blood-Burning Potion.
• The Rat Gang's gray-clothed leader attempts to rally his men but is killed by Chen Jue, leading to the gang's rout.
• Chen Jue, fueled by the potion, continues to kill fleeing gang members until Lin Shoucheng stops him.

Character Developments

• Chen Jue: Proves himself to be a formidable fighter, even in the face of overwhelming odds. His use of the Blood-Burning Potion shows his willingness to take extreme measures to protect himself and Lin Shoucheng.
• Lin Shoucheng: Demonstrates unwavering loyalty and support for Chen Jue, even in the face of certain death. He shows concern for Chen Jue's well-being and stops him from pursuing the fleeing gang members.

Significant Themes

• Courage and Fear: The Rat Gang members display fear in the face of Chen Jue's relentless attacks, while Chen Jue and Lin Shoucheng show courage and determination.
• Loyalty and Betrayal: The gray-clothed leader's willingness to sacrifice his men for his own gain contrasts with Chen Jue and Lin Shoucheng's loyalty to each other.

Character Interactions

• Chen Jue and Lin Shoucheng: Their bond strengthens as they fight side by side, with Lin Shoucheng expressing admiration for Chen Jue's fighting prowess. They protect each other, with Lin Shoucheng stopping Chen Jue from pursuing the fleeing gang members.
• Chen Jue and the Rat Gang: Chen Jue's relentless attacks and use of the Blood-Burning Potion instill fear in the Rat Gang members, leading to their eventual rout.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Rat Gang's rebellion and murder of officials make Chen Jue famous as the "Stairwell War God."
• The Patrol Inspectorate sends two Spirit-Seed realm martial artists to wipe out the Rat Gang in the outer city.
• Wu Yue, the Kaiyang Guard Station chief, and Zhao Wei, the secretary officer, discuss Chen Jue's fate. They decide to let him take the blame and shield the Wu Clan, rewarding him with ten mid-grade spirit stones and a low-grade mystic weapon.
• Chen Jue recovers in Jiao the Divine Physician's clinic and learns he has a special constitution.
• Zhao Wei visits Chen Jue and He Yuanshan, rewarding them and promising to make Zhang Wei compensate them.

Character Developments

• Chen Jue: Recovers from his injuries, learns about his special constitution, and becomes more determined to protect his family.
• Wu Yue: Shows his ruthless and calculating nature, willing to sacrifice Chen Jue for the Wu Clan's benefit.
• Zhao Wei: Demonstrates loyalty to Wu Yue and the Wu Clan, but also shows concern for Chen Jue's well-being.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and corruption within the government and martial arts world.
• The value of loyalty and the consequences of betrayal.
• The importance of family and community support.

Character Interactions

• Wu Yue and Zhao Wei: Their conversation reveals their close relationship and shared ruthlessness.
• Chen Jue and He Yuanshan: Their bond strengthens as they discuss Uncle Lin's well-being and future plans.
• Chen Jue and Jiao the Divine Physician: The divine physician reveals Chen Jue's special constitution and provides guidance.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Jue returns to Happiness Estate to find it empty, with He Tang at school and the two ladies in a hotel in the inner city.
• Chen Jue decides to move them to the inner city for safety and starts looking for housing, but finds the prices exorbitant.
• He decides to focus on cultivating to improve his strength first.
• Chen Jue meditates and gains true qi, improving his proficiency in the Six Directions Saber Art.
• He gains the knowledge of "Blood Burning (defective)" from the Diligence Rewards Log.
• Chen Jue receives a weapon case from Wu Yue, containing a defective mystic spear.

Character Developments

• Chen Jue shows concern for his family's safety and decides to improve his strength to protect them.
• He demonstrates determination and diligence in his cultivation, with his proficiency in the Six Directions Saber Art increasing significantly.
• Chen Jue displays resourcefulness and adaptability by planning to cultivate a spear art to make use of the mystic weapon he received.

Significant Themes

• Safety and security, particularly for family, is a primary concern for Chen Jue.
• The importance of diligence and hard work in cultivation and self-improvement is emphasized.
• The value of resources and tools (like the mystic weapon) in enhancing one's abilities is highlighted.

Character Interactions

• Chen Jue's thoughts about his family (He Tang, He Yin, and Chen Yun) show his caring nature.
• Chen Jue's interaction with Wu Yue, though not physical, is implied through the weapon case he receives, showing Wu Yue's generosity and Chen Jue's potential value to him.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chen Jue recovers at his uncle's house, increasing his Five Elements true qi to 25 strands.
• He creates a secret art, "Setting Sun Blood Reversal," and successfully ignites his qi and blood.
• Chen Jue follows Doctor Jiao's prescription to make qi-and-blood pills, discovering that their efficacy surpasses high-grade Qi-Nourishing Capsules.
• Pei Qingying visits with a thermos of spirit chicken soup, which Chen Jue drinks, causing a significant increase in his qi and blood.

Character Developments

• Chen Jue's Five Elements true qi and qi and blood value increase significantly.
• Chen Jue demonstrates his diligence and creativity in creating a secret art and making pills.
• Pei Qingying shows her kindness and thoughtfulness in bringing spirit chicken soup to help Chen Jue recover.

Significant Themes

• Diligence and hard work lead to improvement (Chen Jue's increase in true qi and creation of a secret art).
• The value of sharing and helping others (Pei Qingying's visit and Chen Jue's decision to accept her gift).

Character Interactions

• Chen Jue and Pei Qingying interact warmly, with Pei Qingying showing affection towards Chen Jue, and Chen Jue showing appreciation for her kindness.
• Chen Jue's uncle is mentioned but does not interact with Chen Jue in this chapter.