Ch. 141The Nature of Secret Arts
Key Plot Points and Events
- The Ancient One effortlessly copies Chen Ji's super-tier secret arts, Gate of Babylon and Susanoo, using her own Susanoo to attack him.
- Chen Ji realizes that his secret arts are not protected by law and can be freely copied because he hasn't uploaded them to the Ley Lines with an incantation.
- The Ancient One explains that Ley Lines exist throughout the universe and carry secret arts, and that Kamar-Taj's Secret Art Magic has not grown exponentially because it's protected by intellectual property rights.
- Chen Ji borrows the Book of Merlin and Cangjie's Codex from Master Murphyson to learn about Ley Lines and Pictographic Script.
Character Developments
- Chen Ji gains insight into the true nature of secret arts and the importance of Ley Lines, understanding that he needs to upload his secret arts with incantations to protect them.
- The Ancient One demonstrates her vast knowledge and power, showing Chen Ji the error of his ways and guiding him towards understanding the essence of magic.
- Master Murphyson has recovered from his back injury and improved his talent attributes, catching up to Kaecilius in power.
Significant Themes
- The nature of secret arts and their dependence on Ley Lines for protection and transmission.
- The importance of incantations in uploading secret arts to the Ley Lines.
- The complementary relationship between time and Ley Lines in upholding the Multiverse's order.
Character Interactions
- The Ancient One guides Chen Ji, helping him understand the true nature of secret arts and the role of Ley Lines.
- Chen Ji and Wong discuss their plans to build the Rune Academy and Wong's pursuit of Ying Nan, with Chen Ji promising to help Wong understand Pictographic Script.
- Master Murphyson assists Chen Ji and Wong, fetching the Book of Merlin and Cangjie's Codex for them.