Ch. 381Baffling
Plot points
- God Emperor Jun identifies Luo Feng’s real body among his many Phantom Bodies and attacks with a blood-red projectile. Luo Feng escapes by switching his real body with a Phantom Body.
- Jun engulfs Luo Feng in a Blood Fiend Domain, whose murderous influence briefly affects him. The Star Tower’s source pearl helps him resist, and a hidden power within Luo Feng destroys the blood-fiend energy that enters his body.
- Jun recognizes that power as belonging to Heavenly Roaming God Venerable. Fearing the Venerable may still be hidden in the Chaos Abyss, Jun abruptly withdraws, warning Venerable Meng Yuan not to provoke Luo Feng. Jun admits he would gladly follow the Venerable again and hints at ambitions beyond merely claiming the Chaos Abyss.
- The lord of Moyang City arrives after the fight. Luo Feng explains what happened, but neither he nor the city lord can account for Jun’s sudden retreat. The city lord leaves after warning Luo Feng to be careful.
- Luo Feng suspects Meng Yuan may know the truth, but decides he cannot safely confront him. Concerned that Meng Yuan can track his avatar—and that the Seven-Petal Soul Source Flower makes him a target—Luo Feng plans to return to Hongfeng Continent and hide Morosa and an avatar near Watch Palace.
Character developments and interactions
- Luo Feng demonstrates quick thinking and gains an unexpected measure of protection from the power hidden within him, though he cannot identify or locate it. He remains cautious rather than pursuing Jun, and changes his plans to reduce the danger posed by Meng Yuan.
- God Emperor Jun shifts from hunter to wary retreat once he detects the Venerable’s power in Luo Feng. His reverence and loyalty to Heavenly Roaming God Venerable reveal a deeper allegiance and larger ambitions.
- Venerable Meng Yuan is confused by Jun’s decision but accepts his warning and follows him. He appears eager to join the Venerable’s plans.
- The lord of Moyang City checks on Luo Feng, listens to his account, and offers a plausible but unconvincing explanation for Jun’s departure.
Significant themes
- Hidden power and mystery: Luo Feng’s unexplained inner protection changes the outcome of a battle, while the Venerable’s possible presence remains uncertain.
- Fear, loyalty, and ambition: Jun’s retreat shows how fear of a greater power can override an apparent advantage; his devotion also hints at a future struggle for control of the Source World.
- Survival and strategic caution: Luo Feng prioritizes concealment and safety over pursuing answers or risking another confrontation.