Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Hong Ze convinces Wu Dang Mother about the necessity of Holy Mother Gui Ling and Bi Xiao's seclusion to prevent future troubles.
• Hong Ze explains the impending Great Tribulation of the Investiture of the Gods, warning that Saints will face tribulations and disciples will be sacrifices.
• Golden Spirit Mother and Yun Xiao initially dismiss the tribulation's significance but change their stance after Hong Ze's explanation.
• Hong Ze refuses Golden Spirit Mother's request to go into seclusion, citing the need for her to guide her future disciples (Yu Yuan and Wen Zhong) and stabilize the Jie Sect's rear.
• Hong Ze uses the Great Dao Golden Brush to create six 'yuan' (fate/opportunity) characters, giving one each to Golden Spirit Mother, Wu Dang Mother, Yun Xiao, Qiong Xiao, and Holy Mother Gui Ling and Bi Xiao.

Character Developments

• Hong Ze: Demonstrates his wisdom and foresight, understanding the future tribulations and the role of the Jie Sect disciples. He shows concern for his junior sisters' cultivation and the sect's stability.
• Golden Spirit Mother: Initially underestimates the Great Tribulation, but after Hong Ze's explanation, she takes it seriously and expresses her commitment to the Jie Sect's cause.
• Wu Dang Mother: Shows understanding and agreement with Hong Ze's plans, supporting his decisions and providing insights into the Saints' tribulations.
• Holy Mother Gui Ling and Bi Xiao: Realize the importance of their seclusion and accept it without further protest.

Significant Themes

• Fate and Opportunity: Hong Ze emphasizes the importance of 'yuan' (fate/opportunity) for cultivation progress, symbolizing that one's path is influenced by both personal effort and external circumstances.
• Responsibility and Commitment: Characters demonstrate their dedication to the Jie Sect and their roles within it, accepting their duties even in the face of potential tribulations.
• The Future and the Past: The chapter explores how the characters' actions in the present can influence the future, with Hong Ze using his knowledge of the River of Fate to guide his decisions.

Character Interactions

• Hong Ze and Wu Dang Mother: They share a mutual understanding and respect, with Wu Dang Mother supporting Hong Ze's plans and providing valuable insights.
• Hong Ze and Golden Spirit Mother: Hong Ze guides and advises Golden Spirit Mother, helping her understand the gravity of the situation and her role within the Jie Sect.
• Golden Spirit Mother and Wu Dang Mother: They work together to support Hong Ze's plans and ensure the stability of the Jie Sect, demonstrating their unity and cooperation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Hong Ze gives calligraphy and painting to his senior sisters, which will aid them in their cultivation.
• Kui Cow and Rakshasa Girl express their affection for each other.
• Hong Ze reveals Kui Cow's impending death tribulation, which is actually an opportunity for growth.
• Rakshasa Girl agrees to join the Human Sect as a Nominal Disciple of the Taiqing Saint.

Character Developments

• Hong Ze: Shows maturity and wisdom, treating all disciples equally. He understands the value of the Great Dao Nine Saints and is a caring senior brother.
• Rakshasa Girl: Develops feelings for Kui Cow, showing concern and anxiety for his well-being. She also demonstrates ambition by agreeing to join the Human Sect.
• Kui Cow: Remains simple and honest, but his love for Rakshasa Girl grows. He accepts his fate with a sense of contentment.

Significant Themes

• Cultivation and Growth: The characters' cultivation is a central theme. Hong Ze's gift aids his senior sisters' cultivation, while Kui Cow's tribulation is an opportunity for growth.
• Love and Affection: The relationship between Kui Cow and Rakshasa Girl explores the theme of love and affection, showing how it can drive action and decision-making.
• Equality and Fairness: Hong Ze's treatment of all his disciples equally highlights the theme of fairness and equality.

Character Interactions

• Hong Ze and Senior Sisters: Hong Ze shows care and generosity towards his senior sisters by giving them the calligraphy and painting.
• Kui Cow and Rakshasa Girl: Their interaction shows a growing affection, with Rakshasa Girl displaying concern for Kui Cow's well-being.
• Hong Ze and Kui Cow/Rakshasa Girl: Hong Ze acts as a mentor and guide, revealing Kui Cow's tribulation and offering Rakshasa Girl a place in the Human Sect.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Hongjun Daozu, Haotian God, and Yaochi Golden Mother are in Zixiao Palace with the six Saints.
• Hongjun Daozu notices Zhunti Daoist has been infiltrated by baleful qi from Guixu.
• Zhunti Daoist provides a false account of entering Guixu to save Hong Ze.
• Master Tongtian presents an alternative account, accusing Zhunti Daoist of attempting to kill Hong Ze for his treasures.

Character Developments

• Hongjun Daozu: Shows his omniscience and concern for his disciples' well-being, but also displays a willingness to turn a blind eye to minor transgressions.
• Zhunti Daoist: Reveals his deceitfulness and willingness to harm others for personal gain, but also shows fear of Hongjun Daozu's power.
• Master Tongtian: Demonstrates loyalty and protectiveness towards his disciple, Hong Ze, and is willing to challenge Zhunti Daoist's account.

Significant Themes

• Truth and Deception: Both Zhunti Daoist and Master Tongtian present false accounts to protect their interests.
• Power Dynamics: Hongjun Daozu's power and knowledge are acknowledged by all, influencing their behavior.
• Loyalty and Betrayal: Master Tongtian's loyalty to Hong Ze contrasts with Zhunti Daoist's betrayal of his fellow Saints.

Character Interactions

• Hongjun Daozu vs. Zhunti Daoist: Hongjun Daozu questions Zhunti Daoist about his encounter with Guixu, revealing his concern and suspicion.
• Master Tongtian vs. Zhunti Daoist: Master Tongtian challenges Zhunti Daoist's account, accusing him of attempting to kill Hong Ze.
• Hongjun Daozu vs. Master Tongtian: Hongjun Daozu initially believes Zhunti Daoist's account but later questions Master Tongtian about his version of events.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Hongjun Daozu offers a chance for Master Tongtian and Zhunti Daoist to confess but they remain silent.
• Hongjun Daozu sends Haotian God to fetch Hong Ze from Golden Turtle Island.
• Haotian God arrives at Biyou Palace and summons Hong Ze to Zixiao Palace.
• Hong Ze uses his Great Dao Golden Brush to block Haotian God's attack and asks for Grandmaster's token.
• Haotian God reveals his identity and Hong Ze agrees to go to Zixiao Palace.
• Hong Ze learns the reason for his summons and plans his next move.

Character Developments

• Hong Ze demonstrates his cultivation prowess and diplomatic skills, impressing Haotian God.
• Master Tongtian feels pride in Hong Ze's cultivation and disdains Zhunti Daoist.
• Hongjun Daozu shows disappointment in Master Tongtian and Zhunti Daoist's silence.

Significant Themes

• The power of truth and deception: Hong Ze uses his eloquence to deceive Haotian God, while Zhunti Daoist and Master Tongtian try to deceive Hongjun Daozu.
• The importance of cultivation: Hong Ze's cultivation level allows him to stand against Haotian God, while Master Tongtian feels pride in Hong Ze's progress.

Character Interactions

• Hong Ze and Haotian God: Hong Ze uses his words to manipulate Haotian God, leaving a good impression on him.
• Master Tongtian and Zhunti Daoist: Master Tongtian feels pride in Hong Ze's cultivation and disdains Zhunti Daoist for not confessing.
• Hong Ze and Hongjun Daozu: Hong Ze plans to use his eloquence to deal with Hongjun Daozu in the future.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Haotian God seeks Hong Ze's advice on developing the Heavenly Court.
• Hong Ze suggests complaining to Hongjun Daozu about the Two Sages of the West for not sending disciples to the Heavenly Court, and requesting more disciples from other Sages.
• Hong Ze arrives at Zixiao Palace, and Hongjun Daozu is surprised by his unannounced arrival.
• Hong Ze accuses the Two Sages of the West of attempting to kill him and not respecting Hongjun Daozu's decree.

Character Developments

• Haotian God: Realizes the Heavenly Court's weakness and seeks Hong Ze's help to improve its status.
• Hong Ze: Shows cunning and manipulation, playing on Hongjun Daozu's authority to pressure the Two Sages of the West.
• Hongjun Daozu: Initially confused by Hong Ze's arrival but maintains composure, addresses Hong Ze's grievances, and warns the Two Sages of the West.
• The Two Sages of the West: Become uneasy as Hong Ze accuses them of disrespecting Hongjun Daozu's decree.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and manipulation among the Sages.
• The importance of respecting authority and following decrees.
• The consequences of disobedience and disrespect towards higher authorities.

Character Interactions

• Haotian God and Hong Ze: Collaborate to improve the Heavenly Court's status and power.
• Hong Ze and Hongjun Daozu: Hong Ze appeals to Hongjun Daozu for justice against the Two Sages of the West.
• The Two Sages of the West and Hong Ze: Tension arises as Hong Ze accuses them of disrespecting Hongjun Daozu and attempting to kill him.
• Hongjun Daozu and the Two Sages of the West: Hongjun Daozu warns them against bullying the younger generation and not respecting his decrees.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Hongjun Daozu, the Dao Ancestor, convenes a meeting with the six Saints to discuss the Heavenly Court's staffing issue.
• Hong Ze, a disciple of Guide Daoist (Jie Yin), manipulates Haotian God to request another decree for sending cultivators to the Heavenly Court.
• Hongjun Daozu reveals the Book of Heaven, the Investiture of the Gods, which lists 365 main gods and 84,000 constellation fiends to be slain and conferred godhood.
• He explains that the Human Race must undergo trials from the Witch and Demon Races, as well as self-trials, to gain recognition in the Primordial World.
• Hongjun Daozu announces that a person with the destiny of a flying bear will confer godhood during the Great Tribulation of Investiture of the Gods.

Character Developments

• Hong Ze: Revealed to be manipulative and ambitious, using Haotian God to further his schemes.
• Hongjun Daozu: Shows wisdom and foresight in planning the Great Tribulation of Investiture of the Gods to maintain balance and order.
• The six Saints: Initially reluctant to send disciples to the Heavenly Court, they now understand the necessity of the Investiture of the Gods.

Significant Themes

• Karma and destiny: The Investiture of the Gods is a result of the karmic debts and destinies of the cultivators.
• Power dynamics: The relationship between Hongjun Daozu, the six Saints, and their disciples reflects the power dynamics in the cultivation world.
• The Human Race's trials: The trials the Human Race must face to gain recognition and enter the era of family and nation.

Character Interactions

• Hong Ze and Haotian God: Hong Ze manipulates Haotian God to request another decree, showing his cunning and ambition.
• Hongjun Daozu and the six Saints: Hongjun Daozu explains the Investiture of the Gods to the six Saints, who initially show shock and disbelief but eventually understand its necessity.
• The six Saints and their disciples: The Saints must now decide which of their disciples should be listed on the Investiture of the Gods, reflecting their responsibility and judgment.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Hong Ze is taken away by Hongjun Daozu, leaving Laozi, Master Tongtian, and others puzzled and helpless.
• Yuanshi Tianzun and the Two Sages of the West show indifference to Hong Ze's situation.
• Nüwa Niangniang writes the Xuanyuan Tomb Three Demons on the Investiture of the Gods.
• Hongjun Daozu attempts to see through Hong Ze's identity using the Creation Jade Disc but fails due to a hidden Pangu soul protecting Hong Ze.

Character Developments

• Hong Ze maintains his composure and doesn't reveal his true origins despite Hongjun Daozu's attempts.
• Hongjun Daozu shows his power and determination to uncover Hong Ze's secrets.
• Nüwa Niangniang demonstrates decisiveness and willingness to act when others hesitate.

Significant Themes

• The struggle for power and influence among the Sages and their sects.
• The importance of identity and origins in the Primordial World.
• The use of divine artifacts to uncover secrets and gain advantage.

Character Interactions

• Tension and mutual distrust among the Sages, particularly between Yuanshi Tianzun, Master Tongtian, and Nüwa Niangniang.
• Hong Ze's defiance and resilience against Hongjun Daozu's attempts to uncover his secrets.
• The hidden Pangu soul within the Creation Jade Disc aids Hong Ze, showcasing an unexpected alliance.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Hong Ze gains access to Pangu's memory and learns about the Creation Jade Disc, which contains the Law Power of all perished Innate Gods and Demons.
• Hong Ze discovers that Hongjun Daozu cannot extract Law Power from the disc and decides to steal it or remove its Law Power to neutralize Hongjun Daozu's threat.
• Hong Ze attempts to seal nearly three thousand Law Powers within the disc using the Great Dao aura, with mixed success.

Character Developments

• Hong Ze: Gains new knowledge about the Creation Jade Disc and Pangu's memory, becoming more confident and reckless in his actions.
• Hongjun Daozu: Becomes aware of Hong Ze's true identity but underestimates his capabilities, leading to a strategic mistake.

Significant Themes

• The power of knowledge and foresight (Hong Ze's advantage).
• The consequences of underestimation and overconfidence (Hongjun Daozu's mistake).
• The struggle for power and resources (Hong Ze's desire for the Creation Jade Disc's Law Power).

Character Interactions

• Hong Ze and Hongjun Daozu: Hong Ze secretly mocks Hongjun Daozu's actions while Hongjun Daozu remains unaware of Hong Ze's true intentions. Their interaction is marked by deception and underestimation on both sides.
• Hong Ze and Pangu's memory: Hong Ze interacts with Pangu's memory, gaining new knowledge and confidence. This interaction drives his actions in the chapter.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Hong Ze suspects Hongjun Daozu knows about his future origins.
• Hongjun Daozu tests Hong Ze by claiming to know his true identity.
• Hongjun Daozu decides to control Hong Ze and begins teaching him advanced Dao methods.
• The Six Sages of the Primordial World discuss their disciples' fates with Hongjun Daozu.

Character Developments

• Hong Ze: Shows acting skills, remains cautious about revealing his true identity.
• Hongjun Daozu: Decides to control Hong Ze, begins teaching him advanced Dao methods.

Significant Themes

• Identity and deception: Hong Ze's true origins and his acting skills.
• Power dynamics: Hongjun Daozu's desire to control Hong Ze.
• Transmission of knowledge: Hongjun Daozu's teaching of advanced Dao methods.

Character Interactions

• Hong Ze and Hongjun Daozu: Hong Ze tries to discern if Hongjun Daozu knows his secret, while Hongjun Daozu tests and decides to control Hong Ze.
• The Six Sages and Hongjun Daozu: They discuss their disciples' fates with Hongjun Daozu regarding the Heavenly and Earthly Tribulation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The discussion about the Investiture of the Gods continues.
• Laozi challenges Yuanshi Tianzun's reasoning, suggesting that Heavenly Dao luck doesn't guarantee survival in the Heavenly Tribulation.
• Hongjun Daozu explains the differences between the upcoming Heavenly Tribulation and previous ones.
• Yuanshi Tianzun attempts to persuade Master Tongtian to include his disciples on the Investiture of the Gods.
• Master Tongtian, disillusioned, offers to have his entire sect face the Heavenly Tribulation together.
• Nüwa Niangniang questions the purpose of the Investiture of the Gods.
• Hongjun Daozu gives them three hundred years to reach a consensus.

Character Developments

• Laozi shows independent thought and challenges the status quo.
• Master Tongtian becomes disheartened and disillusioned with the political maneuvering.
• Yuanshi Tianzun displays ambition and manipulation in trying to secure his disciples' positions.
• Nüwa Niangniang shows skepticism and insight into the true purpose behind the Investiture of the Gods.

Significant Themes

• The manipulation of power and influence among the deities.
• The consequences of ambition and manipulation on personal relationships.
• The inevitability of cause and effect, as represented by the Heavenly Tribulation.

Character Interactions

• Laozi and Yuanshi Tianzun have a subtle power struggle.
• Master Tongtian feels betrayed and disrespected by Yuanshi Tianzun's actions.
• Nüwa Niangniang and Haotian God have an unspoken tension, hinting at a past conflict.
• Hongjun Daozu maintains a detached, impartial stance, observing and guiding the discussion.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Hongjun Daozu reappears before Hong Ze, who is in a state of enlightenment.
• Hongjun Daozu is surprised to find Hong Ze at the Quasi-Sage realm without Severing the Three Corpses.
• Hong Ze displays the Water Element, convincing Hongjun Daozu he's cultivating the Witch Mantra of the Ancestral Witch Gonggong.
• Hongjun Daozu imparts the Profound Gate Dao Scripture to Hong Ze and explains it for three hundred years.
• Hong Ze enters a state of enlightenment and gains significant insights.

Character Developments

• Hong Ze: Shows remarkable progress, reaching the Half-Step Saint realm in primordial spirit cultivation.
• Hongjun Daozu: Recognizes Hong Ze's potential and considers taking him as a disciple.

Significant Themes

• The importance of Severing the Three Corpses and the alternative paths to cultivation.
• The power of mentorship and guidance in spiritual growth.

Character Interactions

• Hongjun Daozu and Hong Ze: Hongjun Daozu imparts his knowledge to Hong Ze, who eagerly learns and makes significant progress under his guidance.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Hongjun Daozu reappears in Zixiao Palace, expressing displeasure at the delayed Investiture of the Gods.
• He gives the Primordial World another 300 years to complete the Investiture, warning of severe consequences if they fail.
• Hongjun Daozu reveals that he will personally decide the Investiture if consensus isn't reached.

Character Developments

• Hongjun Daozu: Shows impatience with the delay of the Investiture, reveals his desire to control the Heavenly Dao, and his plan to use Hong Ze for his goals.
• Hong Ze: Awakens from enlightenment, asks Hongjun Daozu about the Heavenly Dao, and expresses his intention to manipulate the Investiture of the Gods.

Significant Themes

• The power struggle and manipulation within the Primordial World's hierarchy.
• The Heavenly Dao's impartiality and Hongjun Daozu's desire to control it.
• The consequences of delaying the Investiture of the Gods.

Character Interactions

• Hongjun Daozu and Hong Ze: Hong Ze questions Hongjun Daozu about the Heavenly Dao and his intentions, while Hongjun Daozu reveals his plans and offers support to Hong Ze.
• Hongjun Daozu and the Six Sages: The Sages show concern and solemnity, aware of the consequences of not completing the Investiture but hiding their knowledge of the three attempts needed.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Hong Ze meets Hongjun Daozu, who gives him a strand of Primordial Violet Qi.
• Hong Ze is tasked with ensuring the Investiture of the Gods has 365 main gods and 84,000 constellation fiends.
• Hong Ze asks if the fated person for the Investiture of the Gods can be changed; Hongjun Daozu implies it's possible.
• Hong Ze expresses interest in ancient great formations, and Hongjun Daozu offers to share them.

Character Developments

• Hong Ze: Shows excitement and ambition, accepts the Primordial Violet Qi, and demonstrates his strategic thinking by asking about changing the Investiture of the Gods' fated person and inquiring about ancient formations.
• Hongjun Daozu: Reveals his true intentions, provides guidance to Hong Ze, and shows interest in Hong Ze's potential as the Child of the Great Dao.

Significant Themes

• Ambition and power: Hong Ze's desire to change the Investiture of the Gods' outcome and Hongjun Daozu's interest in Hong Ze's potential as a Great Dao Saint.
• Mentorship: Hongjun Daozu's guidance and Hong Ze's eagerness to learn, particularly about ancient formations.

Character Interactions

• Hong Ze and Hongjun Daozu: The interaction between the two reveals Hongjun Daozu's true intentions and Hong Ze's ambition, setting the stage for their future relationship.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Hongjun Daozu explains ancient formations to Hong Ze and helps him obtain the Innate Five Direction Flags Formation diagram.
• Hong Ze inquires about the whereabouts of the Five Direction Flags, and Hongjun Daozu reveals that the Northern Mysterious Origin Water Control Flag will appear with the last of the Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors.
• Hongjun Daozu takes Hong Ze to Zixiao Palace, where the Six Sages of the Primordial World have been discussing the Investiture of the Gods for nine hundred years without reaching a consensus.
• Hongjun Daozu asks Hong Ze to decide how to sign the Investiture of the Gods.
• Hong Ze, representing the Human Race, signs the Investiture of the Gods with the names of all major races and sects, and the Investiture accepts his decision.
• Master Tongtian, Laozi, and Nüwa Niangniang sign their names on the Investiture of the Gods.

Character Developments

• Hong Ze demonstrates maturity and responsibility by representing the Human Race and making a fair decision on the Investiture of the Gods.
• Hongjun Daozu shows patience and wisdom in guiding Hong Ze and resolving the long-standing issue of the Investiture of the Gods.

Significant Themes

• Fairness and Impartiality: Hong Ze's decision to include all major races and sects on the Investiture of the Gods highlights the importance of fairness and impartiality.
• Leadership and Responsibility: Hong Ze's actions showcase his growth into a responsible leader who can make crucial decisions for the greater good.

Character Interactions

• Hongjun Daozu and Hong Ze: Hongjun Daozu guides and trusts Hong Ze, while Hong Ze shows respect and admiration towards his master.
• Hong Ze and the Six Sages of the Primordial World: Hong Ze's decision-making process reveals the dynamics between him and the Six Sages, with some supporting him and others opposing him.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Investiture of the Gods accepts the names of Laozi, Master Tongtian, and Nüwa Niangniang.
• Yuanshi Tianzun receives the God-Smiting Whip but initially hesitates to write his name.
• Hongjun Daozu explains that writing a Saint's name confers fame to their related parties, including their Three Corpses.
• Yuanshi Tianzun writes his name, followed by the Two Sages of the West.
• Haotian God and Yaochi Golden Mother write their names, completing the signings.
• Hongjun Daozu reveals that the Investiture of the Gods Tribulation will now be an immense tribulation, and a person with the Flying Bear Sign will determine the sect that controls the Investiture of the Gods list.

Character Developments

• Yuanshi Tianzun: Initially reluctant, he eventually writes his name on the Investiture of the Gods, accepting its implications.
• Hongjun Daozu: Reveals more about the Investiture of the Gods' purpose and the upcoming tribulation.
• Haotian God and Yaochi Golden Mother: Write their names, showing acceptance of the Investiture of the Gods' terms.

Significant Themes

• Acceptance of fate and change: Characters accept their names being written on the Investiture of the Gods, signifying their roles in the upcoming tribulation.
• Power dynamics: The Investiture of the Gods shifts the balance of power among deities and sects.
• The role of destiny: The Flying Bear Sign's appearance will determine which sect controls the Investiture of the Gods list.

Character Interactions

• Hongjun Daozu and Yuanshi Tianzun: Hongjun Daozu guides Yuanshi Tianzun on the implications of writing a Saint's name on the Investiture of the Gods.
• Haotian God and Hongjun Daozu: Haotian God believes Hongjun Daozu is helping him by having him write his name on the Investiture of the Gods.
• Laozi and Yuanshi Tianzun: Laozi asks Yuanshi Tianzun which disciple he will send to assist the head of the Five Emperors.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Hong Ze allows Yuanshi Tianzun to teach Zhuanxu, the head of the Five Emperors, to appease him and the Three Pure Ones.
• Shennong abdicates to Emperor Xuanyuan as the new Human Sovereign in a grand ceremony.
• Hong Ze attends the ceremony, signaling his approval and support for Emperor Xuanyuan's reign.

Character Developments

• Hong Ze demonstrates political acumen and manipulation, aiming to drive a wedge between the Three Pure Ones and the Three Sects.
• Shennong shows respect and deference to Hong Ze, acknowledging his authority and influence.
• Emperor Xuanyuan expresses concern about Hong Ze's absence but is reassured by Jin Guang Xian.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and political maneuvering among the deities.
• The importance of approval and blessing from higher authorities (like Hong Ze) for legitimacy in leadership roles.
• The tension between the Three Pure Ones and the Three Sects, foreshadowing potential conflict.

Character Interactions

• Hong Ze interacts with Laozi, Master Tongtian, and Nüwa Niangniang, discussing his decision to give Yuanshi Tianzun the opportunity to teach Zhuanxu.
• Shennong and Emperor Xuanyuan interact with Hong Ze, seeking his approval and blessing for the abdication ceremony.
• Shennong abdicates to Emperor Xuanyuan, marking a shift in power within the Human Race.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xuanyuan Huangdi successfully ascends to the position of Human Sovereign.
• Shennong receives 60% of the Heavenly Dao Merit, raising his cultivation to the Half-Step Saint realm.
• Zhao Gongming, Jin Guang Xian, and others receive 20% and 10% of the Heavenly Dao Merit respectively.
• Hong Ze receives 10% of the Heavenly Dao Merit and uses it to increase the Human Race's luck.
• Shennong makes a Heavenly Dao oath to protect the Human Race before being sent to Fire Cloud Cave.

Character Developments

• Shennong: Ascends to the position of Human Sovereign and makes a Heavenly Dao oath to protect the Human Race.
• Hong Ze: Receives Heavenly Dao Merit and uses it to benefit the Human Race, further solidifying his role as the Sage Emperor.
• Xuanyuan Huangdi: Establishes the Jie Sect as the Holy Sect of the Human Race.
• Fuxi and Shennong: Prepare to leave Fire Cloud Cave to fight for the Human Race during the Investiture of the Gods Great Tribulation.

Significant Themes

• The transfer of power and responsibility among the Sages.
• The Human Race's struggle for survival and independence.
• The role of Heavenly Dao Merit and its distribution.
• The importance of Heavenly Dao oaths and their consequences.

Character Interactions

• Shennong and Xuanyuan Huangdi: Shennong passes on his position to Xuanyuan Huangdi, and Xuanyuan Huangdi expresses his gratitude to Shennong.
• Hong Ze and the Human Race: Hong Ze uses the Heavenly Dao Merit to increase the Human Race's luck, and the Human Race expresses their gratitude to him.
• Fuxi and Shennong: Fuxi awaits Shennong's arrival at Fire Cloud Cave, and they prepare to leave together to protect the Human Race.
• Laozi and Master Tongtian: The two Saints discuss the future of their respective sects and the Human Race's fate.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Hong Ze enters Fire Cloud Cave, where Fuxi and Shennong reside.
• Hong Ze reveals that a great tribulation will occur in the future, which could lead to the Human Race's decline.
• He explains that the Human Race must undergo three trials to maintain their status as the Primordial World's masters.
• Hong Ze reveals that the Fire Cloud Cave's barrier traps the three Human Race Saint Emperors but can be bypassed with a specific formation.

Character Developments

• Hong Ze: Demonstrates his wisdom and foresight by revealing the future tribulation and providing a solution.
• Fuxi: Recognizes Hong Ze's wisdom and begins to admire him.
• Shennong: Acknowledges the severity of the future tribulation and seeks Hong Ze's guidance.

Significant Themes

• The cyclical nature of power and decline in the Primordial World.
• The importance of wisdom and foresight in dealing with future challenges.
• The Human Race's struggle to maintain their status and independence.

Character Interactions

• Hong Ze, Fuxi, and Shennong: They interact as teacher and disciples, with Hong Ze providing guidance and the others seeking his wisdom.
• Fuxi and Shennong: They show respect and deference to Hong Ze, acknowledging his superior understanding of the situation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Hong Ze leaves Fire Cloud Cave, instructing Fuxi and Shennong to study the chessboard he left behind.
• He travels to the Nine Li Tribe, where he finds advanced bronze and iron tools, unlike the Human Race's wooden and stone tools.
• Hong Ze is discovered by Nine Li Tribe members and escorted to Chi You's residence.
• Chi You welcomes Hong Ze, who expresses surprise at the Nine Li Tribe's development.
• Hong Ze is invited into Chi You's residence for a discussion.

Character Developments

• Hong Ze: Shows his wisdom and strategic thinking by leaving the chessboard for Fuxi and Shennong. He also demonstrates his understanding of the Human Race's development by visiting the Nine Li Tribe.
• Chi You: Reveals his ambition and displeasure at being limited to the role of a warrior. He shows hospitality towards Hong Ze, trying to hide his true intentions.

Significant Themes

• The development of civilization and technology among different tribes.
• The power dynamics between the Human Race and the Witch Clan.
• Ambition and its consequences, as seen through Chi You's character.

Character Interactions

• Hong Ze and the Nine Li Tribe members: They show respect and deference to Hong Ze, acknowledging his status as a Human Race Saint Emperor.
• Hong Ze and Chi You: Hong Ze expresses his admiration for the Nine Li Tribe's development, while Chi You is displeased with being seen as just a warrior. They engage in a polite yet tense conversation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Hong Ze reveals to Chi You that he knows about Chi You's awakened Witch Clan bloodline and his role in helping other Nine Li Tribe members awaken theirs.
• Hong Ze shares that the increase in Witch Clan bloodline among the Nine Li Tribe is destined by the Heavenly Dao to test the Human Race.
• Hong Ze offers to take Chi You as his disciple and join the Jie Sect, which Chi You accepts.
• Hong Ze takes Chi You to Golden Turtle Island's Biyou Palace to meet Saint Tongtian and plans to visit the Netherworld Blood Sea and the Nine Underworlds afterward.

Character Developments

• Chi You: Realizes his destiny is intertwined with the Heavenly Dao's plans for the Human Race, accepts Hong Ze as his master, and begins his journey to Golden Turtle Island.
• Hong Ze: Reveals his connection to the Witch Clan and offers guidance to Chi You, taking him as his disciple and planning further travels together.

Significant Themes

• Destiny and the Heavenly Dao: The theme of destiny and the Heavenly Dao's influence on characters' lives is prominent, with Chi You's role in the great war being predetermined.
• Trust and Guidance: Hong Ze serves as a mentor figure, offering guidance and trust to Chi You, who is initially skeptical but eventually accepts Hong Ze's help.

Character Interactions

• Hong Ze and Chi You: Hong Ze guides Chi You, revealing crucial information and offering him a path forward. Chi You, initially skeptical, accepts Hong Ze's guidance and becomes his disciple.
• Chi You and the Heavenly Dao: Chi You grapples with the realization that his destiny is intertwined with the Heavenly Dao's plans for the Human Race, leading to internal conflict and eventual acceptance.