Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Fu Hua decides to leave the Inaba Rabbit with Kaguya, believing it's better for the rabbit to stay with its own people and that Kaguya can manage it.
• The next morning, Inaba Ten'i tries to sneak out to buy breakfast for Kaguya but is stopped by Fu Hua, who questions her about a large piece of gold she's carrying.

Character Developments

• Fu Hua shows concern for Kaguya's well-being and is protective of her, demonstrating her maternal instincts.
• Inaba Ten'i displays her independent nature and resourcefulness, trying to find a way to break the Immortal Magic curse seal on her.

Significant Themes

• The importance of belonging and staying with one's own kind (Inaba Rabbit with Kaguya).
• Maternal protection and concern (Fu Hua towards Kaguya).

Character Interactions

• Fu Hua and Inaba Ten'i: Fu Hua shows suspicion and concern towards Inaba Ten'i's actions, while Inaba Ten'i tries to maintain her independence and secrecy.
• The author's note at the beginning of the chapter provides insight into the author's personal struggles and the challenges of writing full-time, creating a brief connection with the reader.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Fu Hua catches Inaba Ten'i, who had tried to escape, but doesn't harm her.
• Inaba Ten'i is forced to stay and prepare ingredients for Fu Hua's experiment.
• Inaba Ten'i has her first meal with Fu Hua, Kaguya, and Cang Xiaoxuan, which she finds incredibly delicious and luxurious.

Character Developments

• Inaba Ten'i's perspective changes after experiencing Fu Hua's cooking. She decides she'd rather be a pet than leave, valuing the quality of life over freedom.
• Fu Hua shows kindness and fairness, treating her pets equally and providing them with high-quality food.

Significant Themes

• The value of material comforts vs. freedom.
• The power of food to influence and change perspectives.
• The theme of pets being treated as equals or even better than some humans.

Character Interactions

• Inaba Ten'i interacts with Fu Hua, Kaguya, and Cang Xiaoxuan, learning about their lifestyle and deciding she wants to stay.
• Fu Hua interacts with Inaba Ten'i, showing understanding and kindness, which influences Inaba Ten'i's decision to stay.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Inaba Ten'i, a creature with red, star-like eyes, eats meat offered by Fu Hua, initially thinking it's bear meat but later learns it's rabbit meat, causing a strong reaction.
• Kaguya, Fu Hua's disciple, reveals she has entered the second realm, the Dustless Realm, of the Tai Xu Heart Aggregate, surprising Fu Hua.
• Fu Hua takes Kaguya to the Tai Xu Secret Realm, hinting at giving her a special gift.

Character Developments

• Inaba Ten'i: Shows a strong aversion to rabbit meat, indicating a possible past trauma or preference.
• Kaguya: Demonstrates rapid progress in her cultivation, reaching the second realm in a short time, likely due to her unique abilities.

Significant Themes

• The theme of rapid growth and development is emphasized through Kaguya's progress.
• The theme of surprise and disbelief is shown when Fu Hua reacts to Kaguya's advancement.

Character Interactions

• Fu Hua and Inaba Ten'i: Fu Hua teases Inaba Ten'i about the meat, causing a strong reaction.
• Fu Hua and Kaguya: Fu Hua praises Kaguya's rapid progress and takes her to the Tai Xu Secret Realm, suggesting a deep bond and trust between them.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Kaguya finds herself in a massive dojo atop a mountain peak, floating above clouds.
• Fu Hua appears, holding a Golden Sword, which she reveals is the Xuanyuan Sword from another world, containing powers of six deities.
• Fu Hua decides to bestow the Xuanyuan Sword upon Kaguya.

Character Developments

• Kaguya shows surprise and hesitation when recognizing the Xuanyuan Sword, but remains calm.
• Fu Hua demonstrates her power and generosity by giving Kaguya a divine weapon.

Significant Themes

• Power and its distribution.
• Trust and generosity between characters.

Character Interactions

• Kaguya and Fu Hua's interaction shows mutual respect and understanding, with Fu Hua showing confidence in Kaguya's abilities.
• Kaguya's acceptance of the Xuanyuan Sword signifies her trust in Fu Hua and her willingness to take on greater responsibility.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Fu Hua reveals she has nine Xuanyuan Swords, one for each of her personal disciples, including Kaguya.
• Kaguya receives a Xuanyuan Sword and a five-star Stigmata from Fu Hua.
• Fu Hua visits the Fujiwara Residence to check on Fujiwara no Mei Hong's cultivation progress.

Character Developments

• Kaguya: Shows excitement and acceptance of her new weapons, understanding their value and power. She also demonstrates her hoarding tendency for treasures.
• Fu Hua: Displayed generosity and care for her disciples, providing them with powerful weapons and checking on their progress.

Significant Themes

• Power and Weapons: The Xuanyuan Sword's power is emphasized, highlighting its divine nature and ability to slay gods.
• Cultivation and Talent: The importance of talent and aptitude in cultivating Tai Xu Sword Qi is underscored, with Class A talent being a strict requirement.

Character Interactions

• Fu Hua and Kaguya: Their relationship is shown to be close and comfortable, with Kaguya not feeling the need to be formal with Fu Hua.
• Fu Hua and Fujiwara no Mei Hong: Fu Hua shows concern for Mei Hong's cultivation progress, indicating a mentor-student relationship.

Key Plot Points & Events

• Fujiwara Capital remains quiet for two days, with no sign of the Moon People.
• Fu Hua begins training Inaba Ten'i, Kaguya's pet rabbit, in martial arts stances.
• Cang Xiaoxuan arrives with new clues about the Moon People.

Character Developments

• Fu Hua: Demonstrates patience and determination in training Inaba Ten'i, revealing her desire to take the rabbit as her own disciple.
• Inaba Ten'i: Struggles with her new training regimen but accepts it for the sake of the delicious food she receives. She initially resents Fu Hua but shows fear when Fu Hua suggests sparring.

Significant Themes

• Discipline and training: Fu Hua emphasizes the importance of building a solid foundation for Inaba Ten'i's cultivation.
• Acceptance of one's role: Inaba Ten'i struggles to accept her role as a pet and a student, while Fu Hua accepts her responsibility as a mentor.

Character Interactions

• Fu Hua and Inaba Ten'i: Fu Hua trains Inaba Ten'i, with the rabbit initially resentful but eventually accepting her new role. Their interactions reveal Fu Hua's determination and Inaba Ten'i's fear of Fu Hua's strength.
• Fu Hua and Cang Xiaoxuan: Fu Hua shows curiosity when Cang Xiaoxuan arrives with new clues, indicating their close relationship and Fu Hua's interest in the Moon People's whereabouts.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Fu Hua seeks a ninth disciple to complete her group.
• Cang Xiaoxuan divines that the candidate is in Kyoto, associated with a Kentōshi named Kibi no Makibi.
• Fu Hua, Kaguya, Cang Xiaoxuan, and Inaba Ten'i travel to Heian-kyō, finding a powerful barrier protecting the city.

Character Developments

• Cang Xiaoxuan gains confidence in her divination abilities after receiving clear clues.
• Fu Hua's determination to find the ninth disciple increases.
• Kaguya's strength returns to normal, and she's slightly stronger than before, demonstrating her immortality.

Significant Themes

• The search for the ninth disciple and the completion of Fu Hua's group.
• The power of divination and its reliability.
• The protection and importance of Heian-kyō, the capital of the Eastern Seas.

Character Interactions

• Fu Hua and Cang Xiaoxuan discuss the divination results, leading to their journey to Kyoto.
• Fu Hua, Kaguya, Cang Xiaoxuan, and Inaba Ten'i travel together, showing unity and mutual support.
• Fu Hua admires the barrier around Heian-kyō, acknowledging its power and the city's importance.

Key Plot Points and Events

• All powerful Onmyoji (diviners and spellcasters) of Eastern Seas gather in Kyoto, maintaining a barrier to keep yokai (demons) out.
• Fu Hua and Kaguya discuss Fu Hua's past experiences in different worlds, with Kaguya expressing curiosity about them.
• Fu Hua encounters Inaba Ten'i, a rabbit yokai who helped Ōkuninushi become a god in the Age of Gods, but now displays a childish personality.

Character Developments

• Kaguya shows curiosity and a sense of longing for different worlds, revealing her youthful mindset despite her age.
• Inaba Ten'i's childish behavior contrasts with her divine status in the Age of Gods, hinting at a possible character arc or backstory.

Significant Themes

• The contrast between appearance and reality, as seen in Inaba Ten'i's divine past and current childish behavior.
• The importance of maintaining a youthful mindset for true immortality, as discussed by Cang Xiaoxuan.

Character Interactions

• Fu Hua and Kaguya share a moment of understanding about the importance of finding happiness in the present.
• Fu Hua and Inaba Ten'i meet, with Fu Hua expressing confusion about Inaba Ten'i's behavior given her divine past.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Kaguya, a princess, was executed and exiled for a taboo act, demonstrating the severity of her mistake.
• Inaba Ten'i, a rabbit-like creature, discovers a hidden package containing gold, jewels, and a jade bracelet from the Great Tang, likely illicit goods.

Character Developments

• Kaguya: Shows resilience and indifference to her execution and exile, hinting at a strong spirit.
• Inaba Ten'i: Demonstrates extraordinary luck, finding valuable items seemingly by chance.

Significant Themes

• Severity of laws and consequences for mistakes (Kaguya's execution).
• Luck and fortune (Inaba Ten'i's discovery of valuable items).

Character Interactions

• Fu Hua interacts with Inaba Ten'i, rewarding it with food for the package it found.
• Kaguya and Cang Xiaoxuan express amazement at Inaba Ten'i's luck.
• The group shows interest in the discovered items, with Cang Xiaoxuan picking up a jade bracelet.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Kaguya and Fu Hua discover a treasure trove, with Kaguya imbuing some items with the attribute of "Eternity" and giving the rest to Cang Xiaoxuan.
• Fu Hua senses impending danger and decides to leave the city, abandoning their plan to go to Heian-kyō.

Character Developments

• Kaguya demonstrates her collector's instinct and her gratitude towards Cang Xiaoxuan by giving her the treasures.
• Fu Hua shows concern for the safety of the common people, despite not caring for the world's inhabitants, indicating a growing sense of responsibility.

Significant Themes

• Materialism vs Spirituality: Fu Hua's disinterest in material wealth (except for crystals) contrasts with Kaguya's collector's instinct, highlighting their differing priorities.
• Gratitude and Kindness: Kaguya's actions towards Cang Xiaoxuan emphasize the theme of gratitude and kindness, showing that even in a world of danger and power, simple acts of kindness can exist.

Character Interactions

• Kaguya and Cang Xiaoxuan's interaction showcases their bond, with Kaguya expressing her gratitude and Cang Xiaoxuan accepting the gift without hesitation.
• Fu Hua's interaction with Kaguya displays her protective nature, as she takes Kaguya's hand to leave the city, prioritizing her safety.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Fu Hua senses impending trouble and remains calm.
• Kaguya reflects on her past and her feelings towards the Moon Capital and its inhabitants.
• Fu Hua stops near Heian-kyō due to sensing a scout from the approaching threat.

Character Developments

• Kaguya: Reveals her complex feelings towards the Moon Capital and its people, showing she doesn't truly want to destroy it. She also displays concern for Fu Hua's safety.
• Fu Hua: Demonstrates her calm and composed demeanor even when facing potential danger. She shows concern for Kaguya's well-being, as seen when she reassures Kaguya that her actions won't implicate others.

Significant Themes

• The complexity of Kaguya's feelings towards the Moon Capital and its people, highlighting the theme of loyalty and belonging.
• The theme of facing danger calmly and composedly, as shown by Fu Hua.

Character Interactions

• Fu Hua and Kaguya: They display a growing understanding and concern for each other, with Fu Hua reassuring Kaguya and Kaguya showing worry for Fu Hua's safety.
• Kaguya and Inaba Ten'i: Though not directly interacting, Inaba Ten'i shows concern for Fu Hua, indicating a change in her attitude towards Fu Hua.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Fu Hua, Cang Xiaoxuan, Kaguya, and Inaba Ten'i set out to find the source of the disturbance in the forest.
• Fu Hua locates a creature and confronts it, revealing a rabbit-eared maiden in modern clothing.
• The maiden, terrified, emits a red glow from her rabbit eyes.

Character Developments

• Fu Hua demonstrates her strength and fearlessness, leading the group into danger.
• Cang Xiaoxuan and Kaguya show courage and determination, following Fu Hua without hesitation.
• Inaba Ten'i, despite her initial fear, decides to join the group to avoid Fu Hua's wrath.
• The rabbit-eared maiden is revealed to be scared and possibly has unique abilities, as indicated by her glowing eyes.

Significant Themes

• Courage and fearlessness in the face of danger.
• The contrast between Fu Hua's strength and the maiden's fragility.
• The mysterious origin of the rabbit-eared maiden and her possible abilities.

Character Interactions

• Fu Hua leads the group, showing confidence and power.
• Cang Xiaoxuan, Kaguya, and Inaba Ten'i follow Fu Hua, displaying varying degrees of courage and determination.
• The rabbit-eared maiden interacts with Fu Hua, showing fear and possibly using her abilities in self-defense.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Fu Hua encounters a rabbit-eared girl who attempts a mental attack, but Fu Hua's mastery of Sword Heart and Key of Consciousness makes her immune.
• The rabbit-eared girl reveals she's a Moon Rabbit soldier from the Moon Capital, forced to investigate someone on the surface.
• Fu Hua discovers the girl's weapon, a megaphone-like firearm, and the girl surrenders without a fight, pleading not to be killed.

Character Developments

• Fu Hua demonstrates her mental resilience and control, showing no signs of being affected by the rabbit-eared girl's mental attack.
• The rabbit-eared girl reveals her background and displays cowardice, surrendering immediately when faced with Fu Hua's power.

Significant Themes

• The theme of mental strength and resilience is highlighted through Fu Hua's immunity to the mental attack.
• The theme of power dynamics is shown as the rabbit-eared girl surrenders to Fu Hua's might.

Character Interactions

• Fu Hua and the rabbit-eared girl interact, with Fu Hua initially suspecting the girl's intentions but later believing her story.
• The girl's fear of Fu Hua is evident, leading her to surrender and beg for her life.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Fu Hua encounters a trembling, bunny-eared girl, Reisen, who is a Moon Rabbit soldier.
• Reisen is disarmed and captured by Fu Hua, who finds her more pitiful than threatening.
• Princess Kaguya arrives with her group, embarrassed by Reisen's defeat.
• Fu Hua decides not to kill Reisen, asking for information instead.
• Reisen reveals she's a lunar defense force soldier, sent by the Lords.
• Fu Hua and Princess Kaguya discuss Reisen's fate, with Princess Kaguya suggesting they eat her.

Character Developments

• Fu Hua: Shows mercy towards Reisen, finding her more pathetic than dangerous.
• Princess Kaguya: Maintains her dignity as a princess but is embarrassed by Reisen's behavior.
• Reisen: Reveals her background and fears for her life, showing cowardice and desperation.

Significant Themes

• Mercy vs. Cruelty: Fu Hua shows mercy towards Reisen, while Princess Kaguya suggests eating her.
• Strength vs. Weakness: Reisen's physical strength isn't weak, but her timid personality makes her ineffective.
• Betrayal and Embarrassment: Reisen's actions cause embarrassment for Princess Kaguya and the Moon Capital.

Character Interactions

• Fu Hua and Reisen: Fu Hua shows curiosity and disdain towards Reisen, while Reisen fears Fu Hua.
• Princess Kaguya and Reisen: Princess Kaguya is embarrassed by Reisen's behavior and suggests eating her.
• Fu Hua and Princess Kaguya: They discuss Reisen's fate, with Fu Hua tossing the decision to Princess Kaguya.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Kaguya and Fu Hua encounter Reisen, a Moon Rabbit soldier, who fears being eaten due to her silly nature.
• Kaguya decides not to eat Reisen and asks what to do with her.
• Reisen reveals she's a soldier under the Watatsuki Sisters, aligned with Yagokoro Eirin, but in a disadvantageous situation due to Prince Saiai's suspicion.
• Reisen decides not to leave and wants to follow Kaguya, fearing punishment from the Moon Capital if she returns.

Character Developments

• Kaguya shows mercy and understanding, not eating Reisen despite her silly behavior.
• Reisen demonstrates self-awareness and survival instincts, choosing to follow Kaguya to avoid punishment.

Significant Themes

• Mercy and compassion (Kaguya's decision not to eat Reisen)
• Survival and self-preservation (Reisen's decision to follow Kaguya)

Character Interactions

• Kaguya and Fu Hua discuss Reisen's fate, with Kaguya ultimately deciding to let her go.
• Reisen interacts with Kaguya and Fu Hua, showing timidity but determination in her decision to follow Kaguya.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Kaguya receives a Moon Rabbit named Reisen, making it nine in total, ensuring someone stays behind to care for her.
• An unexpected missile-like attack occurs, which Fu Hua deflects using a Tai Chi Bagua diagram.
• An army of over a thousand Moon People and Moon Rabbits appears, led by two princes: Tsuku and Saiai.

Character Developments

• Kaguya shows initial skepticism about Reisen's ability to care for her but agrees to keep the rabbit.
• Fu Hua demonstrates her power and calmness under pressure, protecting Kaguya and the rabbits from the newcomers' intimidating presence.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and hierarchy among the Moon People are highlighted, with Fu Hua's calmness contrasting the newcomers' aggressive approach.
• The theme of protection and care is emphasized, with Fu Hua shielding Kaguya and the rabbits from the overwhelming pressure.

Character Interactions

• Kaguya and Fu Hua exhibit a growing bond, with Fu Hua showing concern for Kaguya's well-being and Kaguya feeling at ease under Fu Hua's protection.
• Reisen shows eagerness to care for Kaguya but also displays apprehension towards the powerful newcomers.
• The interaction between Fu Hua and the two princes is tense, with Fu Hua unfazed by their presence and the princes showing disregard for her safety.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The chapter introduces a conflict between two princes of the Moon Capital, Saiai and Tsuku, who are vying for power and have sent their armies to confront Fu Hua and her companions.
• The Moon People, despite having abandoned filth (aging and death), still engage in internal power struggles, driven by a sense of righteousness.
• The Moon Capital possesses advanced technology, such as space-faring ox carts and Moon Feather Robes for interplanetary travel, but also uses traditional weapons like melee arms and peculiar firearms.

Character Developments

• Fu Hua, the protagonist, demonstrates her understanding of the Moon People's dynamics and their advanced technology, while also showing concern for her companions' safety.
• Kaguya, Fu Hua's companion, explains the Moon People's history and technology, revealing her knowledge and loyalty to Fu Hua.

Significant Themes

• The tension between purity and power, as the Moon People, despite their pure origins, engage in political intrigue and conflict.
• The coexistence of advanced technology and traditional elements in the Moon Capital's society.
• Fu Hua's role as a protector and leader, as she steps forward to face the enemy army.

Character Interactions

• Fu Hua and Kaguya share a moment of understanding and trust, as Kaguya explains the Moon People's history and technology to Fu Hua.
• Fu Hua's concern for her companions' safety is evident as she takes the lead in facing the enemy army.
• The two princes, Saiai and Tsuku, are mentioned but not directly present, serving as a source of conflict and tension.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Fu Hua is confronted by Prince Tsuku and his Moon People entourage, who demand she surrender and return to the Moon Capital for punishment.
• Fu Hua reveals she killed the Moon People who previously ambushed her, refusing to submit or join their political struggles.
• Prince Tsuku orders an attack on Fu Hua using advanced Moon People weaponry, but she easily deflects and counters the assault using her Immortal powers.
• Fu Hua demonstrates her Immortal Magic: Heavenly Calamity, summoning a storm of lightning to strike down the attacking Moon People.

Character Developments

• Fu Hua: Shows no fear or respect for the Moon People's authority, confidently using her powers to defend against their attacks.
• Prince Tsuku: Demonstrates arrogance and underestimation of Fu Hua's capabilities, ordering an attack despite her warnings.

Significant Themes

• Arrogance vs. Humility: The Moon People's inherent arrogance is juxtaposed with Fu Hua's humility, as she only defends herself when attacked.
• Power Dynamics: Fu Hua's superior power and confidence challenge the Moon People's perceived hierarchy and authority.

Character Interactions

• Fu Hua vs. Prince Tsuku: Fu Hua's cold defiance and powerful retaliation clash with Prince Tsuku's arrogance and underestimation, leading to a one-sided battle.
• Cang Xiaoxuan's warning to her companions hints at Fu Hua's immense power and potential danger, showing concern for their safety.

Key Plot Points and Events

• A sudden lightning strike decimates a large portion of the Moon Rabbit and Moon People soldiers, with only a few remaining unharmed, including the two princes and those near them.
• Fu Hua intentionally redirects the lightning away from Kaguya and Cang Xiaoxuan, protecting them.
• Reisen, terrified by the lightning, is reprimanded by Kaguya and Inaba Ten'i for causing trouble at a crucial moment.
• Prince Tsuku acknowledges Fu Hua's strength and reflects on a formidable enemy of the Moon Capital.

Character Developments

• Fu Hua demonstrates her powerful Immortal Magic, capable of wiping out a significant number of enemies at once.
• Reisen shows fear and naivety in the face of danger, contrasting with Inaba Ten'i's composure.
• Kaguya displays impatience and irritation with Reisen's behavior, prioritizing her admiration for Fu Hua's power.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and the fear it instills (Fu Hua's lightning strike, Kaguya's reaction to Fu Hua's power).
• The devaluation of lower-ranking soldiers' lives (Prince Tsuku's nonchalance about the loss of Moon Rabbit and Moon People soldiers).
• The tension between admiration and fear of powerful figures (Kaguya's awe of Fu Hua, Reisen's fear of the lightning and Kaguya's wrath).

Character Interactions

• Fu Hua protects Kaguya and Cang Xiaoxuan from the lightning, showing her favoritism towards them.
• Kaguya and Inaba Ten'i reprimand Reisen for her fear and distraction, highlighting their authority and Reisen's submissive nature.
• Prince Tsuku reflects on a formidable enemy of the Moon Capital, hinting at potential internal conflicts or external threats.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Chunhu, a divine spirit driven by hatred and resentment, frequently attacks the Moon Capital.
• Prince Saiai, the strongest warrior in the Moon Capital, faces Fu Hua, an unarmed opponent.
• Fu Hua uses her bare hands to counter Prince Saiai's powerful sword strike.

Character Developments

• Chunhu: Her hatred for Chang'e (due to her husband Yi's past actions) is the driving force behind her attacks on the Moon Capital.
• Prince Saiai: He underestimates Fu Hua and is taken aback when she remains unphased by his powerful sword strike.
• Fu Hua: She demonstrates exceptional confidence and strength, choosing to face Prince Saiai's divine sword with her bare hands.

Significant Themes

• Hatred and Resentment: Chunhu's actions are driven by her intense hatred, leading to conflict and violence.
• Underestimation: Prince Saiai underestimates Fu Hua, leading to a shift in power dynamics.
• Strength and Confidence: Fu Hua's display of physical prowess and self-assurance challenges Prince Saiai's perception of power.

Character Interactions

• Chunhu vs. Moon Sage: Their conflict is hinted at, with the Moon Sage managing to suppress Chunhu's rage.
• Prince Saiai vs. Fu Hua: Their encounter highlights Fu Hua's confidence and strength, catching Prince Saiai off guard.