Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lu Chen attempts to borrow the ecliptic to establish a divine position for the Well Dragon King.
• The Four Seas Dragon Kings and the Star Lord of Water Virtue react to Lu Chen's actions.
• The dragons plan to intimidate the Well Dragon King with their might to prevent him from appearing.
• Lu Chen burns merit scriptures, causing a pillar of light to descend from the heavens.

Character Developments

• Lu Chen demonstrates his power and determination by attempting to summon the Well Dragon King.
• The Four Seas Dragon Kings show their cunning and unity in their plan to thwart Lu Chen.
• The Star Lord of Water Virtue and the Lord God of Wealth display their surprise and concern at Lu Chen's actions.

Significant Themes

• The struggle between divine beings and mortals for control over nature.
• The power of merit and fortune, as demonstrated by Lu Chen's burning of scriptures.
• The consequences of defying divine decrees, as shown by the dragons' potential punishment.

Character Interactions

• Lu Chen interacts with Wang Zhongmin, ordering him to invite the sages.
• The Four Seas Dragon Kings discuss their plan to intimidate the Well Dragon King.
• The Star Lord of Water Virtue and the Lord God of Wealth observe and react to Lu Chen's actions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wang Zhongmin and Chen Tiansheng successfully invite the gods by burning incense, with their prayers turning directly into Merit, a phenomenon never seen before.
• The Four Seas Dragon Kings, sensing the unusual power, intervene, their combined might shaking the heavens and threatening the ceremony.

Character Developments

• Wang Zhongmin and Chen Tiansheng demonstrate their sincerity and devotion, earning the respect of the crowd.
• Lu Chen shows concern and urgency as he realizes the danger posed by the Four Seas Dragon Kings.

Significant Themes

• The power of faith and devotion (Wish Power) can manifest divine intervention.
• The unexpected consequences of Lu Chen's ritual challenge the established order, drawing the attention of powerful beings.

Character Interactions

• Lu Chen guides Wang Zhongmin and Chen Tiansheng through the ritual, showing confidence in his plan.
• The Four Seas Dragon Kings interact, expressing their shock and concern, ultimately deciding to intervene together.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Four Seas Dragon Kings descend, disrupting the rain-prayer ritual with their dragon might.
• Panic ensues among the commoners, and they attempt to flee.
• Lu Chen realizes the Dragon Kings are bluffing and orders Sun Yourong to create a distraction.
• Sun Yourong splits a massive boulder, causing a commotion that stops the fleeing crowd.
• Lu Chen addresses the crowd, revealing the Dragon Kings' bluff and calming their panic.

Character Developments

• Lu Chen demonstrates his quick thinking and leadership, maintaining composure under pressure.
• Sun Yourong shows her strength and loyalty, following Lu Chen's orders without hesitation.
• Master Ling Shui reveals his cowardice and lack of faith, laughing maniacally at the situation.
• The Well Dragon King and Lord of the Land express their joy at Lu Chen's method but are shaken by the Dragon Kings' arrival.

Significant Themes

• The power of faith and belief (Incense Fire).
• The consequences of disrupting divine rituals and the potential heavenly punishment.
• The importance of maintaining composure and leadership in crisis situations.

Character Interactions

• Lu Chen and Sun Yourong work together to control the situation.
• Lu Chen's calm demeanor contrasts with Master Ling Shui's panic and lack of faith.
• The Well Dragon King and Lord of the Land share their hopes and fears regarding Lu Chen's plan.

The people of Dragon-Tiger County, initially frightened by the Four Seas Dragon Kings' display of power, rally behind Lu Chen after he swears a blood oath to bring rain to their county. They light incense and pray together, creating a massive pillar of merit light that pierces the clouds. Lu Chen then invokes the High Lord of Spring Source Water Palace, ordering the Well Dragon King to return to his seat. Inside the cave, the Well Dragon King, bound by Lord of the Land, breaks free and lets out a mighty dragon cry, signaling his readiness to answer the call. The Four Seas Dragon Kings, realizing their mistake in underestimating the people's resolve, express panic.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Well Dragon King transforms and grows in size and power after receiving Merit's blessing, becoming a Guardian Golden Dragon at Lord God of Wealth's side.
• The Four Seas Dragon Kings attempt to challenge the Well Dragon King but are driven away by the Lord God of Wealth's divine intervention.
• Lu Chen successfully completes the S-Rank quest by presenting the Rain-Prayer Memorial, causing rain to pour over Dragon-Tiger County, ending a prolonged drought.
• Lu Chen is invited by the Well Dragon King to discuss an important matter at Spring Source Water Palace.

Character Developments

• The Well Dragon King grows in power and status, becoming a Guardian Golden Dragon and receiving the title of 'Lord of Spring Source Water Palace.'
• Lu Chen demonstrates his ability to complete high-level quests and gains the respect of the locals for ending the drought.
• Master Ling Shui and the Red-spotted Woman are revealed to be plotting against Lu Chen.

Significant Themes

• The power of belief and merit in determining one's fate and influence.
• The consequences of hubris and underestimating one's opponents.
• The importance of perseverance and determination in achieving goals.

Character Interactions

• Lu Chen and the Well Dragon King: They form a mutually beneficial relationship, with the Well Dragon King gaining power and Lu Chen completing his quest.
• Lu Chen and the locals: Lu Chen gains their respect and gratitude for ending the drought.
• The Four Seas Dragon Kings: They underestimate the Well Dragon King and suffer humiliation at the hands of the Lord God of Wealth.
• Master Ling Shui and the Red-spotted Woman: They plot against Lu Chen, indicating potential future conflict.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lu Chen arrives at the Spring Source Water Palace and is greeted by shrimp soldiers and crab generals, attendants of the Well Dragon King.
• The Well Dragon King reveals he is a member of the renowned Huai dragon clan and shares the tragic fate of his elder brothers at the hands of the Four Seas Dragon Kings.
• He leads Lu Chen to an inner palace where four Dragon Pearls, containing the spirits of his nephews, are kept. He requests Lu Chen to take them in and nurture them.

Character Developments

• The Well Dragon King (Huai Lie) reveals his true identity and past, demonstrating his determination and resolve.
• Lu Chen shows understanding and acceptance of the Well Dragon King's request, agreeing to take in the dragon spirits.

Significant Themes

• Trust and responsibility: The Well Dragon King's commitment to fulfilling his elder brothers' last wish.
• Power dynamics: The shift in power and status between the Well Dragon King and Lu Chen, with the former now a true deity and the latter accepting a significant responsibility.

Character Interactions

• Lu Chen and the Well Dragon King: They develop a deeper bond as the Well Dragon King shares his past and requests Lu Chen's help.
• Lord of the Land: He supports the Well Dragon King's request and echoes his sentiments, showing his loyalty to Lu Chen.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lu Chen receives the Dragon Pearls from Huai Lie, absorbing the dragon spirits within.
• The dragon spirits enhance Lu Chen's abilities: defense, damage, mana recovery, and constitution purification.
• Lu Chen heals rapidly and breaks through to Second Grade in Spirit Cultivation.
• He tests his new abilities by having the Lord of the Land punch him, confirming his enhanced defense.

Character Developments

• Lu Chen gains new abilities and breaks through to Second Grade, boosting his confidence.
• Huai Lie shows respect for Lu Chen's duty and willingness to help.
• The Lord of the Land demonstrates his strength and follows Lu Chen's orders.

Significant Themes

• The power of the dragon spirits and their impact on Lu Chen's abilities.
• The Heavenly Dao's suppression of immortals and spirits when attacking mortals.
• The importance of Merit in the Three Realms and the consequences of squandering it.

Character Interactions

• Lu Chen and Huai Lie: They interact respectfully, with Huai Lie showing deference to Lu Chen's role as the Exalted Lord.
• Lu Chen and the Lord of the Land: They engage in a test of strength, with the Lord of the Land punching Lu Chen to demonstrate his power.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The author expresses excitement and gratitude for the sudden boost in popularity on Qidian, a popular Chinese web novel platform.
• The novel has jumped from around the 1,000th rank to the top 400 in the bestseller list.
• The author also acknowledges the support from QQ Reading, another platform, where the novel has reached the top five in membership rankings and peaked at second place.

Character Developments (Author's Perspective)

• The author's confidence and motivation have increased due to the overwhelming support from readers.

Significant Themes

• Gratitude and appreciation for readers' support.
• Excitement and anticipation for future chapters.

Character Interactions (Author-Reader)

• The author directly addresses and interacts with readers, expressing love and appreciation for their support.
• The author promises to work harder and deliver more exciting content in the future chapters as a response to readers' enthusiasm.

Key Plot Points and Events

+ Lu Chen promises the Well Dragon King to protect his four nephews, and the dragon king pledges his loyalty in return.
+ Lu Chen leaves Dragon-Tiger County, with the citizens lining the streets to thank and bid him farewell.
+ Chen Tiansheng gifts Lu Chen the Qilin Saber and the Profound God-Communion Canon, and Wang Zhongmin promises to allocate funds and promote the worship of Lord God of Wealth and Lord of the Spring Source.

Character Developments

+ Lu Chen demonstrates his kindness and greatness by helping the people of Dragon-Tiger County and promising to protect the Well Dragon King's nephews.
+ Chen Tiansheng shows his sincerity and generosity by gifting Lu Chen the Qilin Saber and the Profound God-Communion Canon.
+ Wang Zhongmin displays his support and gratitude by promising to allocate funds and promote the worship of the two deities.
+ The Well Dragon King, Huai Lie, shows his loyalty and gratitude by seeing Lu Chen off and pledging his service.

Significant Themes

+ Gratitude and reciprocity: Lu Chen's actions evoke gratitude from the people of Dragon-Tiger County and the Well Dragon King, who in turn pledge their loyalty and support.
+ The power of kindness: Lu Chen's selfless acts of kindness lead to positive outcomes and strengthen his connections with others.
+ The importance of promises: Lu Chen's promise to the Well Dragon King demonstrates his integrity and commitment.

Character Interactions

+ Lu Chen and the Well Dragon King: They form a bond of trust and mutual respect, with the dragon king pledging his loyalty to Lu Chen.
+ Lu Chen and Chen Tiansheng: Chen Tiansheng shows his appreciation for Lu Chen's actions by gifting him the Qilin Saber and the Profound God-Communion Canon.
+ Lu Chen and Wang Zhongmin: Wang Zhongmin expresses his gratitude and support by promising to allocate funds and promote the worship of the two deities.
+ Lu Chen and Sun Yourong: They work together to complete their mission in Dragon-Tiger County, with Sun Yourong showing her support and understanding of Lu Chen's actions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lu Chen and Sun Yourong travel together, and she expresses her surprise at Lu Chen's accomplishments and his unique choice of gods to worship.
• Lu Chen reflects on his gains from the trip to Dragon-Tiger County, including completing an S-rank mission, advancing to Second Grade, and obtaining powerful items like the Qilin Saber and the Profound Mystery Divine Canon.
• Their car is attacked by an enormous spiked mace, and they encounter Master Ling Shui and Red-spotted Woman, both at the Third Grade, who reveal they intended to ambush them.

Character Developments

• Sun Yourong: She becomes more open to the idea of worshipping obscure gods like Lu Chen does. She also shows concern for Lu Chen's safety and shields him from danger.
• Lu Chen: He demonstrates his calm and collected demeanor even in the face of danger. He also shows excitement at the prospect of a fight, hinting at his growing confidence and power.

Significant Themes

• The theme of facing challenges head-on is reinforced as Lu Chen accepts the impending fight without fear.
• The theme of mutual respect and support between Lu Chen and Sun Yourong is evident as she protects him, and he gently pushes her aside to take his place in the fight.

Character Interactions

• Lu Chen and Sun Yourong's relationship continues to develop, with Sun Yourong showing concern for Lu Chen's safety and Lu Chen demonstrating his growing strength and confidence.
• The interaction between Lu Chen and Master Ling Shui and Red-spotted Woman is antagonistic, with the latter two expressing their desire to finish Lu Chen and Sun Yourong off.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lu Chen, initially a first-grade Spirit Adept, suddenly breaks through to the second grade during a confrontation with Ling Shui.
• Ling Shui and his wife, a body cultivator, engage in a 2v2 battle with Lu Chen and Sun Yourong.
• Lu Chen faces off against Ling Shui, who uses his Profound Water Transformation Art to create water spirits, while Sun Yourong battles Ling Shui's wife.
• Lu Chen uses his divine abilities to purify and defeat the water spirits, surprising Ling Shui.

Character Developments

• Lu Chen demonstrates rapid growth and powerful abilities, breaking through realms easily and displaying exceptional combat skills.
• Ling Shui shows arrogance and underestimation of his opponents, leading to his surprise and frustration at Lu Chen's strength.
• Sun Yourong shows concern for Lu Chen and struggles against Ling Shui's wife, revealing her determination and skill.

Significant Themes

• Rapid growth and power: Lu Chen's quick progression highlights the theme of rapid growth and the potential for exceptional abilities.
• Underestimation: Ling Shui's initial underestimation of Lu Chen leads to his frustration and eventual realization of Lu Chen's true strength.
• Determination and skill: Sun Yourong's battle against Ling Shui's wife showcases her determination and skill, even when faced with a powerful opponent.

Character Interactions

• Lu Chen and Ling Shui: Their interaction is marked by Ling Shui's arrogance and underestimation, leading to his surprise and frustration at Lu Chen's strength.
• Lu Chen and Sun Yourong: They work together against Ling Shui and his wife, showing mutual concern and support for each other.
• Sun Yourong and Ling Shui's wife: Their battle is intense and evenly matched, revealing both characters' determination and skill.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lu Chen defeats Master Ling Shui using his divine abilities and the help of the Four Great Underworld Bailiffs.
• Lu Chen discovers an ancient scroll from Master Ling Shui's body, which he keeps.
• Lu Chen and the Underworld Bailiffs find Sun Yourong and the Red-spotted Woman fighting. The Red-spotted Woman is frozen in place by Lu Chen.

Character Developments

• Lu Chen demonstrates his power and confidence, defeating a third-rank Spirit Cultivator.
• The Red-spotted Woman reveals a monstrous transformation, showing her ruthlessness and cruelty.

Significant Themes

• The power of divine abilities and the Underworld Bailiffs.
• The ruthlessness and cruelty of the Red-spotted Woman.

Character Interactions

• Lu Chen and Master Ling Shui: A battle of power and endurance, with Lu Chen ultimately defeating Master Ling Shui.
• Lu Chen and the Red-spotted Woman: Lu Chen freezes her in place, showing his dominance and power.
• Lu Chen and the Four Great Underworld Bailiffs: They work together to defeat Master Ling Shui and find Lu Chen.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lu Chen encounters the Red-spotted Woman, a powerful demoness, and her four Underworld Messengers.
• The Red-spotted Woman recognizes an ancient scroll in Lu Chen's possession as belonging to her husband.
• Sun Yourong intervenes and kills the Red-spotted Woman before Lu Chen can interrogate her.
• Lu Chen learns about the Rakshasa Cult and its SS-class extermination mission.
• Lu Chen and Sun Yourong return to Jiangdu City.

Character Developments

• Lu Chen: Demonstrates his connection to King Yama, revealing that he is King Yama's godson (though this is a future event).
• Sun Yourong: Realizes Lu Chen's extraordinary background and power, leading to a mix of shock, awe, and resentment.
• Red-spotted Woman: Dies at Sun Yourong's hands, revealing her connection to the Rakshasa Cult.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and hierarchies in the cultivation world.
• The consequences of one's actions and the karmic retribution that follows.
• The importance of connections and background in the cultivation world.

Character Interactions

• Lu Chen and Sun Yourong: Their partnership deepens as they face challenges together, leading to mutual respect and understanding.
• Lu Chen and the Red-spotted Woman: Their brief encounter highlights the power gap between them and the danger Lu Chen faces from powerful demons.
• Auntie Wang and Lu Chen: Auntie Wang's plea for help emphasizes the impact of Lu Chen's actions on the living and the importance of his connection to King Yama.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lu Chen returns home to find his neighbor, Aunt Wang, distressed about her husband's ghostly encounter. He promises to help.
• Lu Chen learns that many families in his complex are facing similar issues, with no response from King Yama despite their prayers.
• He decides to investigate and solve the immediate problem, then discuss further plans with his father.
• Lu Chen visits Cloudtop Manor, his new villa, and performs a housewarming ritual.
• He summons Ling Shui Adept and his wife, who created the Thousand Demons Visualization, to interrogate them about its origins and effects.

Character Developments

• Lu Chen demonstrates his compassion and responsibility towards his neighbors, showing his growth as a caring individual.
• Aunt Wang shows her trust in Lu Chen, highlighting his reputation in the community.
• Lu Chen's parents show pride in their son's capabilities and his role in the community.
• Ling Shui Adept and his wife display stubbornness and defiance initially, but later succumb to the punishment, revealing their fear and vulnerability.

Significant Themes

• Responsibility and Compassion: Lu Chen feels responsible for helping his neighbors, showing empathy and kindness.
• Power and Fear: Ling Shui Adept and his wife fear the punishment and Lu Chen's power, highlighting the theme of power dynamics.

Character Interactions

• Lu Chen and Aunt Wang: They show a warm, neighborly bond, with Aunt Wang trusting Lu Chen to help her husband.
• Lu Chen and his family: They display a loving, close-knit relationship, with his parents showing pride in his actions and his sister showing affection towards him.
• Lu Chen and Ling Shui couple: They interact with tension and fear, as Lu Chen interrogates them about the Thousand Demons Visualization.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lu Chen interrogates Ling Shui and his wife, the Red-Spotted Woman, using a Soul-Searching Art to uncover their past and intentions.
• Lu Chen learns about the Thousand Demons Visualization, a mysterious ancient tome containing three segments of secret incantations that can communicate with different levels of deities.
• Ling Shui and his wife had planned to obtain the Qilin Saber and the Profound Mystery Divine Canon to craft an idol and commune with the Great Black Buddha Mother, an evil god.

Character Developments

• Ling Shui and his wife are revealed to be evil cultivators who have committed numerous atrocities in their past lives.
• Lu Chen shows compassion towards the deceased ancestors of his neighbors, instructing Fan Rusong to provide them with Underworld clothes, food, and shelter.

Significant Themes

• The consequences of evil actions and karmic retribution.
• The power dynamics between different levels of deities in the cultivation world.
• Lu Chen's growing influence and benevolence towards the deceased.

Character Interactions

• Lu Chen interacts with Ling Shui and his wife, interrogating them and ultimately deciding their fate.
• Lu Chen discusses the situation with King Yama with Xie Qingyi, Ox-Head, and Horse-Face, revealing his amusement at King Yama's boasting.
• Lu Chen gives instructions to Fan Rusong regarding the care of the deceased ancestors, demonstrating his compassion and responsibility.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lu Chen decides on denominations for Netherworld Currency (100 and 10,000) and plans to introduce more festivals.
• He struggles with managing his growing business alone and considers but rejects the idea of partnering with the Sun family or mobilizing neighbors.
• Lu Chen realizes he needs capable helpers and military merits to rise to New Nobility.
• In the Sun family estate, they discuss Lu Chen's achievements and predict another New Nobility will rise in Jiangdu City.
• In the Netherworld, Lord Ox-Head recruits Wang Shufa, and Fan Rusong and Xie Qingyi provide food and shelter to the ghosts from Southern Mountain Residential Compound.
• Lu Chen returns to school and bumps into Li Ruoyi, who asks if he has returned from Dragon-Tiger County.

Character Developments

• Lu Chen: Realizes the challenges of managing his business alone and the importance of military merits for his goals. He also considers the need for capable helpers.
• Sun Qingcang: Recognizes Lu Chen's accomplishments and predicts his rise to New Nobility.
• Wang Shufa: Is recruited by Lord Ox-Head and receives kindness from Fan Rusong and Xie Qingyi.
• Li Ruoyi: Shows surprise and confusion upon seeing Lu Chen back at school.

Significant Themes

• The challenges and responsibilities of managing a growing business.
• The importance of capable helpers and resources in achieving goals.
• The recognition and prediction of Lu Chen's future success by the Sun family.

Character Interactions

• Lu Chen interacts with the Sun family, considering but rejecting their help.
• Lu Chen bumps into Li Ruoyi at school, leading to a brief conversation.
• Lord Ox-Head recruits Wang Shufa, and Fan Rusong and Xie Qingyi show kindness to the ghosts from Southern Mountain Residential Compound.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lu Chen returns to the school, causing a stir due to his quick completion of the S-Class mission.
• He meets Li Ruoyi and two other students, who are intimidated by his previous actions.
• Lu Chen hands in his completed mission, receiving a bonus of fifty percent due to being the first Special-Class student.
• He learns about the benefits of being a Special-Class student and the requirements for advancing to New Nobility.
• Lu Chen visits the Mission Hall, considering several S-Class missions before choosing one.
• A new S-Class mission appears, offering a high military merit reward.

Character Developments

• Lu Chen gains confidence and recognition after completing an S-Class mission quickly.
• Li Ruoyi and other students fear Lu Chen due to his past actions, showing their respect and awe.
• The school dean and teachers are impressed and excited by Lu Chen's achievement.

Significant Themes

• The importance of military merit for Spirit Cultivators.
• The benefits and challenges of being a Special-Class student.
• The variety and difficulty of missions available in the Mission Hall.

Character Interactions

• Lu Chen interacts with Li Ruoyi and other students, showing his sincerity and humility despite his accomplishments.
• The school dean and Lu Chen discuss his future prospects and the requirements for advancing to New Nobility.
• Lu Chen considers the opinions of other Spirit Cultivators when choosing a mission, showing his strategic thinking.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lu Chen takes two S-rank missions, [Rebirth Academy] and [Governor Mission], in one go.
• The [Governor Mission] is worth 10,000 merit points, which is extraordinary for an S-rank mission.
• Lu Chen visits the City Lord's Manor to inquire about the special class's second incentive policy.
• The City Lord, Yu Feng, reveals that the second incentive policy allows access to the Imperial Treasury.

Character Developments

• Lu Chen demonstrates his decisiveness and ambition by taking two S-rank missions simultaneously.
• Yu Feng shows his appreciation for Lu Chen's abilities and is impressed by his accomplishments.

Significant Themes

• The value of merit points and their importance in spiritual practitioner growth.
• The power and influence of the [Great Clans], as exemplified by Sun Yourong's actions.

Character Interactions

• Lu Chen interacts with Yu Feng, who expresses his admiration for Lu Chen's skills and shares information about the special class's second incentive policy.
• Lu Chen's actions catch the attention of Li Ruoyi and her friends at the mission hall.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lu Chen learns about the Imperial Treasury, opened specifically for the Special Class, containing divine abilities, magical artifacts, pills, heavenly treasures, and unique 'Holy Grace' items.
• Lu Chen browses the Imperial Treasury catalog, finding divine abilities requiring high Divine Service Rating and military merit points. He learns about the 'Heavenly-Triggered Killing Intent' calamity from Yu Feng.

Character Developments

• Lu Chen gains a better understanding of the Imperial Treasury's offerings and their costs, realizing the importance of Divine Service Rating.
• Yu Feng reveals his knowledge about the 'Heavenly-Triggered Killing Intent' calamity, showing concern for Lu Chen's safety.

Significant Themes

• The power and wealth disparity between the Special Class and other cultivators.
• The importance of Divine Service Rating in accessing powerful resources and abilities.
• The hidden dangers and challenges behind seemingly simple missions.

Character Interactions

• Lu Chen and Yu Feng discuss the missions Lu Chen has accepted, leading to Yu Feng revealing crucial information about the 'Heavenly-Triggered Killing Intent' calamity.
• Yu Feng gifts Lu Chen a Sumeru Ring, showing his generosity and support for Lu Chen's potential.

Plot Points and Events

+ Lu Chen meets City Lord Yu Feng, who reveals Governor Zheng's wife is suffering from 'Heavenly-Triggered Killing Intent'.
+ Lu Chen decides to try treating her, despite the high risk and military merit reward involved.
+ Lu Chen returns home and sells Netherworld Currency to the neighbors, earning over forty thousand yuan.
+ He plans to leave for Qianjiang City the next day to meet Governor Zheng.

Character Developments

+ Lu Chen demonstrates confidence in his abilities and willingness to take on challenging tasks.
+ Yu Feng shows concern for Governor Zheng and his wife, revealing his compassionate side.
+ Lu Chen's parents and neighbors display trust in him and support his endeavors.

Significant Themes

+ The theme of fate and destiny is explored through Governor Zheng's tribulation despite his virtues.
+ The power dynamics between Heaven, Earth, and man are discussed in relation to the tribulation.
+ The concept of Merit and its rewards is questioned, with Lu Chen wondering about the purpose of life.

Character Interactions

+ Lu Chen and Yu Feng discuss the governor's wife's condition and Lu Chen's determination to treat her.
+ Lu Chen interacts with his neighbors, selling Netherworld Currency and rallying them to promote his business.
+ Lu Chen informs his parents about his trip to Qianjiang City and leaves them in charge of selling Netherworld Currency.