Nalan Chenfeng

Biodata

Feature	Details
Name	Nalan Chenfeng (纳兰辰风)
Gender	Male
Affiliation	Nalan Clan; Jia Nan Academy; Jia Nan Academy Enforcement Team
Occupation / Role	Nalan Clan young master; Jia Nan Academy student; Enforcement Team operative
First Appearance	Brother-in-Law Makes a Move 1

Power Progression

Stage / Realm / Level	Chapter	Notes
Third Stage Dou Qi	6	Used his superior cultivation to repeatedly overpower Xiao Yan during a “spar.” 6
Ninth Stage Dou Qi	9	Reached the ninth stage after four years of cultivation; used fourth-tier Qi Gathering Powder to attempt a breakthrough. 9
Dou Zhe	10	Condensed a Dou Qi vortex at age ten, aided by meticulous preparation and soul power strengthened by two lives. 10
One-Star Dou Zhe	16	Publicly revealed his realm while defeating Seven-Stage Dou Qi Xiao Yan with ease. 16
Three-Star Dou Zhe	21	Tested at Jia Nan Academy’s recruitment site; accepted with above-S-class potential. 21
Four-Star Dou Zhe	22	Advanced during the seven-day interval before departing Wu Tan City. 22
Five-Star Dou Zhe	22	Broke through during the academy convoy’s journey to Canaan City. 22
Six-Star Dou Zhe	23	Stabilized the breakthrough five days before arriving at Jia Nan Academy. 23
One-Star Dou Ling	25	Reached Dou Ling after three years at Jia Nan Academy and more than a year of Enforcement Team missions; intermediate advancements are not detailed. 25
Two-Star Dou Ling	26	Broke through after over a month of cultivation while traveling with the recruitment team. 26
Three-Star Dou Ling	36	Advanced during the return journey to Canaan City. 36
Four-Star Dou Ling	40	Revealed this realm by defeating One-Star Da Dou Shi Yao Sheng with a single punch. 40
Five-Star Dou Ling	48	Advanced after converting to the Mid Earth Tier Heavenly Flame Art; judged capable of challenging Seven- or Eight-Star Dou Lings without using Time Stop. 48

Background / History

Nalan Chenfeng is a reincarnated individual whose adult mentality and memories from two lives distinguish him from other children. At six, he was already cultivating while accounting for the limits of his undeveloped meridians, and he possessed an abnormal soul strength that would later become a major advantage in breakthroughs and technique cultivation. 2 5 10

During an extended stay with the Xiao Clan in Wu Tan City, Chenfeng intervened in Xiao Yan’s conduct toward Gu Xun’er and Xiao Mei. He viewed Xiao Yan as his future brother-in-law through Nalan Yanran’s engagement, disciplined him harshly, and attempted to preserve the Xiao–Nalan alliance for both political and personal reasons. 1 4 5

After returning to the Imperial Capital, Chenfeng became increasingly concerned about the Nalan Clan’s future. His grandfather Nalan Jie’s Scorch Poison and the clan’s lack of another Dou Wang made Chenfeng determined to become strong enough to protect his family and control his own fate. 8

He entered Jia Nan Academy at age ten as a Three-Star Dou Zhe. There, he relied on cultivation, dangerous Enforcement Team missions, and his private advantages rather than his clan background, eventually becoming a Five-Star Dou Ling before entering the Inner Academy. 21 23 25 48

Appearance

Chenfeng is repeatedly associated with moon-white robes, black eyes, and a composed bearing beyond his age. At ten, he was slender and clean-cut; by thirteen and a half, combat experience had broadened his shoulders, sharpened his jawline, and removed much of his childish appearance. 2 10 25

• Moon-white robes are his most common attire. 2 7 39
• His eyes are pitch-black and described as calm, abyss-like, or carrying a faint golden glint when using fire-attributed Dou Qi. 25 36
• A fine black ring appears deep in his pupils when activating Time Stop. 5 16 25
• He later manifests purple-black wings with silver-edged, cloud-patterned feathers through Purple Cloud Wings. 33

Personality

Chenfeng is disciplined, observant, and intensely ambitious. He studies cultivation records, trains on rigid schedules, and seeks stronger techniques, combat experience, and resources rather than depending solely on the Nalan Clan’s reputation. 14 22 24

He is protective toward Nalan Yanran and, at times, Xiao Yan, but this concern is mixed with calculation. He deliberately humbles Xiao Yan during his rise, plans to support him during his decline, withholds the truth of Xiao Yan’s condition, and secures an open-ended promise of future assistance from him. 12 28 29

Chenfeng is courteous to respected seniors and allies, including Nalan Jie, Master Allen, and academy mentors. Conversely, he reacts decisively to arrogance, humiliation, or behavior he considers improper, as shown by his treatment of Hu Tong, Yin Tu, and the senior students in the Fire Energy Hunting Tournament. 11 21 25 50

Abilities & Skills

Time Stop

Chenfeng’s unique ability freezes time in a limited area while leaving him unaffected.

• At six, it could stop time within a small radius for roughly two seconds, once per day. 1
• Before becoming a Dou Zhe, its effective range was about one meter and its duration was less than a breath. 5
• After reaching Dou Zhe, its duration exceeded three seconds, allowing him to evade Xiao Yan’s attack and trip him before anyone could react. 16
• At Dou Ling, it could affect stronger opponents for roughly three breaths, though range, duration, and effectiveness decrease against more powerful targets. 25
• He used it to create an opening against Five-Star Dou Ling Yin Tu, then formed a Dou Qi sword and pierced Yin Tu’s throat. 25
• Its once-per-day restriction and secret nature remain central limits; Chenfeng refuses to disclose it even to allies. 25 33

Fire-Attributed Dou Qi

Chenfeng possesses fire affinity but no wood affinity, preventing him from naturally becoming a true alchemist. 10 11

• Initially cultivated the High Mystic Rank Flame Yang Art, which produces fierce golden, scorching Dou Qi and can be enhanced with Beast Flames or heat-based treasures. 12
• Replaced it with the Mid Earth Tier Heavenly Flame Art, changing his Dou Qi from golden to dense dark crimson with magma-like heat. 47
• The Heavenly Flame Art more than doubled his Dou Qi’s density and substantially improved recovery speed. 48
• The technique is stated to support cultivation toward the Dou Emperor, Dou Zong, and Dou Zun realms. 47

Soul Perception

His reincarnated soul is far stronger than that of cultivators at the same level.

• He used soul perception to stabilize and complete his Dou Zhe breakthrough. 10
• His soul strength was sufficient to suppress the lingering soul of the fifth-tier Blackflame Purple Cloud Eagle while cultivating Purple Cloud Wings. 33
• By the Inner Academy Selection Tournament, his soul perception was comparable to an ordinary Dou Wang’s and possibly some Peak Dou Wangs’. 44
• He used this perception to identify hidden barriers in the Library Pavilion and obtain the Heavenly Flame Art. 44

Combat and Mobility

• Wind Flame Step — A Mystic Rank movement Dou Technique used to evade Yin Tu’s repeated attacks. 25
• Flame Explosion Fist — A High Mystic Rank fire-attributed Dou Technique; powerful against ordinary opponents but insufficient to bridge the four-star gap against Yin Tu. 25
• Dou Qi Manifestation — As a Dou Ling, he can condense solid Dou Qi into weapons, including a longsword. 25 31
• Purple Cloud Wings — A High Mystic Rank flying Dou Technique that grants aerial mobility before the Dou Wang realm. Its flight led senior students to mistake him for a Dou Wang. 32 33 49

Equipment / Weapons / Items

• Purple Cloud Wings — High Mystic Rank flying Dou Technique derived from the Blackflame Purple Cloud Eagle’s wings and residual soul. 32 33
• Heavenly Flame Art — Mid Earth Tier fire-attributed cultivation method obtained from Jia Nan Academy’s Library Pavilion. 44 45
• Flame Yang Art — His former High Mystic Rank fire-attributed cultivation method, given by Nalan Jie. 12 47
• Seven-Colored Poison Manual — Acquired from a deceased Dou Wang’s cave; Chenfeng intends to give it to Xiao Yi Xian to help her control her Woeful Poison Body. 32 33
• Purifying Demonic Lotus Flame Map fragment — Retrieved from the same cave and retained as a potential bargaining chip. 32
• Roaring Lion Chant — High Mystic Rank Dou Technique acquired from the cave; Chenfeng intends to sell or exchange it. 32 33
• Ice Spirit Flame Grass — Valuable medicinal herb harvested from the cave. 32
• Jia Nan Academy student badge — Received from Mentor Ruohai upon admission. 22

Relationships

• Nalan Yanran — Younger sister. Chenfeng is protective of her future, opposes letting her escape the Xiao Yan engagement without facing the consequences of her choices, and remains someone she deeply admires and depends upon. 1 14
• Nalan Jie — Grandfather, clan leader, and Chenfeng’s most trusted family member. Jie supports his decisions, gives him the Flame Yang Art, and shields him from political pressure. 8 12 13
• Nalan Su — Father and Nalan Clan head. Their relationship is respectful but more distant than Chenfeng’s bond with Nalan Jie; Su ultimately accepts Chenfeng’s plan to attend Jia Nan Academy. 8 14
• Xiao Yan — Future brother-in-law through Yanran’s engagement. Their relationship begins with Chenfeng repeatedly disciplining and humiliating Xiao Yan, then becomes a calculated alliance after Chenfeng encourages Xiao Yan during his loss of cultivation and obtains his promise of future cooperation. 5 16 28
• Xiao Yu — Childhood acquaintance and Nalan’s appointed observer of Xiao Yan. She is openly attached to Chenfeng, while he privately considers her connection to the Xiao Clan’s First Elder useful in acquiring the Tou She Ancient God Jade. 4 34 36
• Gu Xun’er — A cautious acquaintance. Chenfeng keeps his distance due to her hidden Gu Clan background, while Xun’er remains curious and suspicious about his motives toward Xiao Yan and the marriage agreement. 1 34
• Han Yue — Jia Nan Academy peer and girlfriend. Chenfeng helps secure her place among the Inner Academy’s top five and obtains the ice-attributed Mystic Frost Art for her. 38 45 47
• Xiao Yi Xian — Potential ally and intended future wife in Chenfeng’s plans. He promises to provide the Seven-Colored Poison Manual to help with her Woeful Poison Body. 29 32
• Master Allen — Nalan Clan’s resident fourth-tier alchemist. Allen confirmed Chenfeng’s fire affinity and lack of wood affinity. 11
• Zhao Yuan — Jia Nan Academy Enforcement Team senior brother who witnessed the aftermath of Chenfeng’s victory over Yin Tu. 25

Story Role / Major Arcs

Wu Tan City Intervention

Chenfeng arrives at the Xiao Clan as a six-year-old and takes it upon himself to monitor Xiao Yan, protect Xun’er from his nighttime intrusions, and preserve the Xiao–Nalan engagement. His Nalan Clan status also strengthens the Xiao Clan’s position against the Oba and Jia Lie Clans. 1 4

Nalan Clan Prodigy

After returning to the Imperial Capital, Chenfeng trains toward Dou Zhe while recognizing that Nalan Jie’s Scorch Poison threatens the Nalan Clan’s future. His breakthrough at age ten turns him into a political target for the Imperial Family, the Mite’er Family, and the Misty Cloud Sect. 8 10 17

Jia Nan Academy Student

Chenfeng enters Jia Nan Academy as a Three-Star Dou Zhe, joins Xuan Tier Class Three, and pursues the Inner Academy’s Earth Tier cultivation methods. He rejects reliance on his family name and establishes a demanding cultivation routine. 21 23 24

Black-Corner Region Enforcement

After joining the Enforcement Team, Chenfeng gains practical combat experience in the Black-Corner Region. His defeat of the stronger Yin Tu marks his transition into a composed, lethal combatant willing to kill when necessary. 25

Return to the Jia Ma Empire

Chenfeng revisits Xiao Yan during the latter’s period of humiliation, encourages him without revealing Yao Chen’s role in draining his Dou Qi, and secures an agreement for unspecified future favors. He then searches Qingshan Town for the hidden Dou Wang cave and claims its treasures. 28 29 32

Inner Academy Selection

As a Four-Star Dou Ling, Chenfeng dominates the Inner Academy Selection Tournament, proposes a free-for-all final format, and obtains the Mid Earth Tier Heavenly Flame Art from the Library Pavilion. He also acquires the Low Earth Tier Mystic Frost Art for Han Yue. 39 40 44 45

Fire Energy Hunting Tournament

After advancing to Five-Star Dou Ling, Chenfeng leads a freshman team into the Fire Energy Hunting Tournament. Using Purple Cloud Wings and his overwhelming strength, he reverses the usual newcomer disadvantage by seizing hundreds of days of Fire Energy from senior-student teams. 48 49 50

Trivia

• Chenfeng frequently refers to Xiao Yan as his “brother-in-law,” even while beating or manipulating him. 6 11
• He deliberately avoids pursuing the Burning Decision, despite coveting it, because he considers taking it from Xiao Yan incompatible with their familial connection. 12
• Senior students mistake him for a Dou Wang because Purple Cloud Wings allow him to fly before reaching the Dou Wang realm. 49 50