Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Haotian Shangdi appoints human immortals as Mountain Gods and River Earls, granting them Divine Offices and enhancing their powers.
• The human immortals ascend to the Heavenly Court, receive their enfeoffments, and return to the mortal realm with new divine attire and enhanced auras.
• The Heavenly Court announces it will bestow Immortal Salary (Heavenly Dao Merit) every three hundred and sixty-five years in the mortal realm to reward contributions in suppressing various regions.
• The Human Clan Assembly discusses dispatching another hundred million immortals to the Heavenly Court, primarily True Immortals and Mystic Immortals, to hold divine offices within the human territory.

Character Developments

• The human immortals gain new identities and powers as Mountain Gods and River Earls, becoming heavenly gods of the Heavenly Court.
• The Myriad Manifestations Daoist and Suiren, the leaders of the human race, show foresight in sending human immortals to the Heavenly Court to hold divine offices and influence the governance of the Three Realms.

Significant Themes

• The establishment of the Heavenly Court and the appointment of divine immortals to govern the Three Realms.
• The human race's strategic planning to intervene in the Heavenly Court and maintain influence over their territory.
• The complexity of human nature and the unpredictability of loyalties over time.

Character Interactions

• The Myriad Manifestations Daoist and Suiren discuss the ascension of human immortals to the Heavenly Court.
• Da Chao raises concerns about the loyalties of human immortals once they join the Heavenly Court.
• The Grand Elders of the human race discuss the implications of sending immortals to the Heavenly Court and the potential benefits for the human race.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Humanity's tribal assembly decides to dispatch hundreds of millions of immortals to the Heavenly Court to become gods.
• The ascended immortals' cultivation levels increase significantly, and they gain divine power proportional to their new divine positions.
• The Heavenly Court's prestige grows as demons and even the Four Sea Dragon Kings seek to join.
• Haotian personally receives the Four Sea Dragon Kings.

Character Developments

• The Myriad Manifestations Daoist learns about Haotian's true strength and the power of divine positions, leading him to consider notifying his main body.
• The Four Sea Dragon Kings, representing the Dragon Clan, decide to submit to the Heavenly Court.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics between humanity, the Heavenly Court, and other races.
• The significance and benefits of divine positions and divine power.
• The freedom and ease of immortals versus the rules and structure of the Heavenly Court.

Character Interactions

• The Myriad Manifestations Daoist communicates with his main body, revealing his surprise and curiosity about the latter's upcoming breakthrough.
• The Four Sea Dragon Kings interact with Haotian, seeking to submit to the Heavenly Court.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Four Seas Dragon Kings join the Heavenly Court, becoming Fourth-Rank True Gods.
• After sixty million eons, the Xia Dynasty falls, and Cheng Tang establishes the Shang Dynasty.
• Tensions rise between the Heavenly Court and Chan/Jie Teaching due to the latter's disregard for heavenly rules and disrespect towards the Heavenly Court.
• Lishan Laomu emerges from seclusion, and Yueshang is about to break through to a new cultivation level.

Character Developments

• The Four Seas Dragon Kings gain divine positions and power but find the increase negligible compared to their previous cultivation.
• Cheng Tang, with the help of the Black Dragon, Mysterious Bird, and ministers like Yi Yin and Zhong Hui, unifies the world and establishes the Shang Dynasty.
• Lishan Laomu achieves enlightenment during her seclusion, and Nu Ba makes significant progress in her cultivation.
• Yueshang is on the verge of breaking through to a new cultivation level.

Significant Themes

• The struggle for power and influence between the Heavenly Court and other factions (Chan/Jie Teaching).
• The cycle of dynasties and the role of Humanity's Destiny in protecting the Human King.
• The distinction between Immortal, Demonic, and Martial Daos, based on the absorption of pure or turbid Qi.

Character Interactions

• The Four Seas Dragon Kings interact with Haotian Shangdi, accepting their new divine positions.
• Cheng Tang interacts with various ministers and extraordinary individuals, ultimately unifying the world under the Shang Dynasty.
• Lishan Laomu interacts with Nu Ba, guiding her cultivation and discussing Yueshang's impending breakthrough.
• Tensions rise between the Heavenly Court and Chan/Jie Teaching, with Haotian Shangdi investigating their misdeeds.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Yueshang, an Innate Human, establishes her Dao foundation, reaching the late stage of Grand Luo Golden Immortal and comprehending Dao Rhyme, but it's incomplete.
• Yueshang writes the "Righteousness Scripture," a path within the Human Dao, which is praised by Lishan Laomu and Nu Ba.
• Yueshang's achievement deepens humanity's foundation, and she plans to spread her scripture in the future to gather the power of all beings.
• Da Chao, another Innate Human, breaks through to the Quasi-Saint level, further strengthening humanity's power.
• The Heavenly Court's authority declines due to Jie Teaching's actions, causing many deities to defect.

Character Developments

• Yueshang: Establishes her Dao foundation, writes the "Righteousness Scripture," and plans to spread it in the future.
• Da Chao: Breaks through to the Quasi-Saint level, becoming the third Quasi-Saint among the Human Manifest Lineage.
• Haotian: The Heavenly Court's authority declines under Haotian's watch, causing her expression to grow grim.

Significant Themes

• The Human Dao: Yueshang's cultivation path and the "Righteousness Scripture" introduce the concept of the Human Dao, which will become more prominent in the Hundred Schools of Thought era.
• Power Dynamics: The decline of the Heavenly Court's authority and the rise of Jie Teaching highlight the shifting power dynamics in the Three Realms.

Character Interactions

• Yueshang and Lishan Laomu: Lishan guides Yueshang and praises her "Righteousness Scripture."
• Yueshang and Nu Ba: Nu Ba reads Yueshang's scripture and expresses admiration for it.
• The Myriad Manifestations Daoist and Yueshang: The Myriad Manifestations Daoist learns about Yueshang's Great Dao and understands the concept of the Hundred Schools of Thought.
• Humanity and the Heavenly Court: The Heavenly Court's decline causes humanity to become more isolated, focusing on their internal development.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Heavenly Court's mountain god clashes with Jie Teaching immortals, leading to Haotian's intervention.
• Haotian attempts to strike down a Jie Teaching Golden Immortal with heavenly lightning, but Daoist Duobao intervenes.
• Duobao disciplines a Jie Teaching disciple for their actions, but Haotian remains unsatisfied.
• Haotian and Duobao's confrontation ends with Haotian's retreat.
• Sect Leaders of Jie Teaching and Chan Teaching consider the situation, with Primeval Lord of Heaven planning to intervene in Jie Teaching's affairs.

Character Developments

• Haotian: Becomes increasingly angry and frustrated with Jie Teaching's disrespect and disregard for heavenly laws.
• Daoist Duobao: Steps in to mediate between Haotian and Jie Teaching, disciplining a disciple but maintaining his sect's stance.
• Sect Leaders of Jie and Chan Teachings: Reflect on the situation, with Tongtian showing indifference to mediocre disciples and Primeval Lord of Heaven planning to intervene in Jie Teaching.

Significant Themes

• Power Dynamics: The tension between Haotian and Jie Teaching highlights the power struggle between the Heavenly Court and the Saints.
• Discipline and Consequences: The actions of Jie Teaching disciples and their consequences emphasize the importance of adhering to rules and facing repercussions for misdeeds.
• Preparation for the Investiture of the Gods: The events foreshadow the impending war, with characters preparing and strategizing for the conflict.

Character Interactions

• Haotian vs. Daoist Duobao: Their interaction showcases the Heavenly Emperor's frustration and Duobao's diplomatic approach to maintain his sect's interests.
• Sect Leaders of Jie and Chan Teachings: Their internal reflections reveal their differing views on their disciples' actions and the upcoming war.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Haotian and Yaochi Wangmu discuss the Heavenly Court's loss of authority and Haotian's plan to seek help from the Old Master.
• Yaochi Wangmu suggests summoning immortals from both Chan and Jie Teachings to serve as gods in the Heavenly Court, offering them divine positions with minimal duties.
• East Prince Gong is sent to Kunlun Mountain to deliver an imperial decree inviting the Twelve Golden Immortals of Chan Teaching to become gods.
• The Primeval Lord of Heaven refuses the offer, stating that gods have official duties and his disciples have no interest in becoming gods.

Character Developments

• Haotian: Struggles with the Heavenly Court's loss of authority and considers seeking help from the Old Master.
• Yaochi Wangmu: Proposes a solution to strengthen the Heavenly Court's position by summoning immortals from both teachings to serve as gods.
• East Prince Gong: Acts as a messenger, delivering the imperial decree to Kunlun Mountain.
• Primeval Lord of Heaven: Refuses the Heavenly Court's offer, emphasizing the duties of gods and his disciples' lack of interest in divine positions.

Significant Themes

• The struggle for power and authority between the Heavenly Court and the two teachings (Chan and Jie).
• The role and duties of gods in maintaining the Three Realms.
• The distinction between the two teachings' views on divine positions and official duties.

Character Interactions

• Haotian and Yaochi Wangmu discuss strategies to strengthen the Heavenly Court's position.
• East Prince Gong delivers the imperial decree to the Primeval Lord of Heaven and the Twelve Golden Immortals of Chan Teaching.
• The Primeval Lord of Heaven refuses the Heavenly Court's offer, leading to a tense interaction with East Prince Gong.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Haotian, upset by East Prince Gong's report, seeks help from his Master, Ancestor Hongjun, in the Purple Heaven Palace.
• The Heavenly Dao in the Primordial Era trembles, signaling the start of the Investiture of the Gods Calamity.
• The six Heavenly Dao Saints are summoned to the Purple Heaven Palace.

Character Developments

• Haotian shows vulnerability and desperation, kneeling before Ancestor Hongjun and asking him to take back the position of Lord of the Three Realms.
• Ancestor Hongjun remains calm and composed, addressing Haotian as his attendant and summoning the six Saints.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics between the Heavenly Court and the Jie and Chan Teachings.
• The upcoming Investiture of the Gods Calamity, hinting at a major conflict.
• The role of Ancestor Hongjun as the strongest being in the Primordial Era and the mentor of the six Saints.

Character Interactions

• Haotian and Ancestor Hongjun: Haotian seeks help from Ancestor Hongjun, showing his respect and dependence on his Master.
• The six Saints and Ancestor Hongjun: They gather at the Purple Heaven Palace, each showing their unique demeanor and cultivation level.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Humanity is dissatisfied with their Destiny being divided among various major powers (Heavenly Court, Buddhist, and Daoist sects).
• Jiang Haofeng, a human representative, wants humanity's Destiny to be controlled by their own Three Ancestors and Sage Master, not the Heavenly Emperor or Buddha Ancestor.
• Ancestor Hongjun convenes the Six Sages to discuss Haotian's complaint against the Jie and Chan Teachings.
• Hongjun presents the Investiture of the Gods List, intending to fill it with righteous gods to assist Haotian in managing the Three Realms.
• The Six Sages discuss and agree to a competition between the Jie and Chan Teachings to determine the righteous gods.
• Hongjun seals the Investiture of the Gods List and explains its future function.
• Primeval Lord of Heaven suggests establishing the Four Imperial Emperors to assist Haotian, which Haotian opposes.

Character Developments

• Jiang Haofeng: Expresses humanity's dissatisfaction with their Destiny being divided among major powers.
• Haotian: Feels pressured by managing the Three Realms and opposes the establishment of the Four Imperial Emperors.
• Ancestor Hongjun: Shows wisdom and foresight in managing the Primordial Era World and the Investiture of the Gods.
• Primeval Lord of Heaven: Dissatisfied with the Heavenly Court but acknowledges Haotian as the Heavenly Emperor. Proposes the competition and the Four Imperial Emperors.
• Sect Leader Tongtian: Initially reluctant to assist Haotian but agrees after Haotian shows understanding. Agrees to the competition and the Four Imperial Emperors.

Significant Themes

• Destiny and control: Humanity's Destiny is divided among major powers, and Jiang Haofeng wants humanity to control their own Destiny.
• Power dynamics: The Six Sages discuss and agree to a competition to determine the righteous gods, showcasing the power dynamics between the different sects.
• Authority and responsibility: Haotian feels burdened by managing the Three Realms, leading to a discussion about establishing the Four Imperial Emperors to share the responsibility.

Character Interactions

• Ancestor Hongjun interacts with the Six Sages, presenting the Investiture of the Gods List and discussing the competition and the Four Imperial Emperors.
• Jiang Haofeng interacts with the other humans, expressing their dissatisfaction with their Destiny.
• Primeval Lord of Heaven and Sect Leader Tongtian interact, discussing the competition and the Four Imperial Emperors, showcasing their competitive nature and differing views on the Heavenly Court.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Heavenly Dao Will invests the Four Imperial Emperors: Great Emperor Ziwei, Great Emperor Changsheng, Great Emperor Tianhuang, and Empress Houtu Huangdiqi.
• Pingxin is chosen to serve Empress Houtu Huangdiqi.
• The Investiture of the Gods List and God-Beating Whip are given to Primeval Lord of Heaven to preside over the Investiture of the Gods.
• The Myriad Manifestations Daoist discusses the calamities with Suiren and mentions the promising disciples from the Thirty-Six Academies.

Character Developments

• Hongjun: He uses the Heavenly Dao Will to invest the Four Imperial Emperors and sets the stage for the Investiture of the Gods.
• Ancestor Hongjun: He oversees the Investiture of the Gods proceedings and ensures everything is in order.
• Myriad Manifestations Daoist: He reflects on the calamities and their nature, deciding to act within the established framework. He also discusses the academy disciples with Suiren.
• Suiren: He updates the Myriad Manifestations Daoist on the academy disciples' progress and recruitment.

Significant Themes

• The nature and evolution of calamities in the Primordial Era.
• The role of the Heavenly Dao and Saints in guiding calamities.
• The distinction between immortals and mortals, and the recruitment of academy disciples.

Character Interactions

• Hongjun and Ancestor Hongjun: They work together to set up the Investiture of the Gods, with Hongjun showing deference to his master.
• Myriad Manifestations Daoist and Suiren: They discuss the calamities and academy disciples, with Suiren providing updates and the Myriad Manifestations Daoist making decisions based on his knowledge of the future.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Jie Teaching, unlike the Chan Teaching, actively recruits disciples from the mortal realm, with many promising talents joining, including Wen Zhong.
• The Calamity begins, and humanity feels immense pressure. Many human immortals descend to assist the Human King.
• After thirteen years, Jiang Haofeng successfully breaks through to the Saint realm by severing his past self from his river of space-time.

Character Developments

• Wen Zhong, a promising talent, is destined to be fated with the Jie Teaching.
• Jiang Haofeng successfully breaks through to the Saint realm, discovering a new method of enlightenment.

Significant Themes

• The Calamity's impact on humanity and their response.
• The different approaches to cultivation and disciple recruitment between the Chan and Jie Teachings.
• The struggle to break through to the Saint realm and the various methods of enlightenment.

Character Interactions

• Daoist Myriad Manifestations and Suiren discuss the Calamity and humanity's response.
• Jiang Haofeng interacts with his past self, demonstrating his newfound power and control.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Haofeng severs his past and future selves, with the future self being stronger.
• He then severs his Three Corpses (Good, Evil, and Self) and houses them in the Myriad Manifestations Heavenly Book.
• Jiang Haofeng merges his past and future selves with his main body, borrowing their mana.
• He also borrows mana from the Three Corpses, significantly increasing his strength.

Character Developments

• Jiang Haofeng becomes much stronger, comparable to a Half-Saint.
• Other characters on Central Phoenix Mountain feel immense pressure from Jiang Haofeng's increased aura.

Significant Themes

• The uncertainty and potential of the future.
• The power of Magic Treasures in enhancing cultivation.
• The struggle to advance in cultivation and the rarity of suitable resources.

Character Interactions

• Not explicitly shown in this chapter, but other characters on Central Phoenix Mountain react to Jiang Haofeng's increased aura.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Haofeng breaks through, his mana rivaling that of a Half-Saint, an unprecedented feat in the Primordial Era without Hongmeng Purple Qi.
• He demonstrates his power by tearing through the void of the Primordial Era with ease.
• Jiang Haofeng and the human clan elders visit Fire Cloud Cave to spar with the Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors.
• Fuxi and Jiang Haofeng clash, causing the entire Fire Cloud Cave to tremble.

Character Developments

• Jiang Haofeng: Breaks through to a level where his mana rivals that of a Half-Saint, demonstrating immense power.
• Fuxi: Shows surprise at Jiang Haofeng's mana and engages in a mana competition with him.

Significant Themes

• The struggle to advance in cultivation and prove the Dao in the Primordial Era.
• The power of mana and its relation to one's strength and status.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Haofeng and the human clan elders: They express excitement and anticipation about Jiang Haofeng's breakthrough.
• Jiang Haofeng and Fuxi: They engage in a mana competition, showcasing their power and respect for one another.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Da Yu borrows the weight of the Nine Provinces to suppress the Fire Cloud Cave's tremors.
• Fuxi and Jiang Haofeng engage in a magical power contest, with Jiang Haofeng winning by using 70% of his power.
• They proceed to test their divine abilities, with Fuxi using Eight Trigrams Dao Rhyme and Jiang Haofeng using Taiji Yin-Yang Dao Rhyme.
• They exchange divine abilities, with Fuxi having a deeper understanding of the Great Dao and Jiang Haofeng having superior magical power, resulting in a draw.

Character Developments

• Da Yu: Demonstrates his power by borrowing the weight of the Nine Provinces.
• Fuxi: Shows his prowess as a Half-Saint, pushing Jiang Haofeng to his limits.
• Jiang Haofeng: Reveals his strength, comparable to a Half-Saint, and introduces a new advancement path beyond Quasi-Saint.

Significant Themes

• Power and Might: The chapter emphasizes the immense power of Half-Saints and the significance of magical power and divine abilities in combat.
• Advancement and Growth: Jiang Haofeng's breakthrough shows a new path for advancement beyond Quasi-Saint, challenging the established norms.

Character Interactions

• Da Yu and Jiang Haofeng: Da Yu watches the battle and later asks about Jiang Haofeng's magical power usage.
• Fuxi and Jiang Haofeng: They engage in a magical power contest and divine ability battle, showcasing their strengths and understanding of the Great Dao.
• Human Clan Elders and Jiang Haofeng: They express admiration and excitement upon learning about Jiang Haofeng's new advancement path.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Haofeng shares a method to increase strength, derived from the Dao Ancestor's technique, by severing past and future selves, resulting in three bodies and nine corpses.
• The method requires comprehension of the Great Dao of Time and Space, making it difficult to cultivate widely.
• Jiang Haofeng plans to borrow clan resources to forge six magic treasures to house his remaining six corpses and increase his mana to face the impending Calamity.

Character Developments

• Jiang Haofeng: Shares his unique method of increasing strength, seeks clan resources to enhance his power, and shows humility in asking for help.
• Humanity's Grand Elders: Show unity and support for Jiang Haofeng, offering their resources to aid him.

Significant Themes

• Power and its cost: Increasing mana requires paying a price, either through improving the Dao realm or finding alternative methods.
• Unity and support: The Grand Elders of humanity show solidarity in helping Jiang Haofeng prepare for the Calamity.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Haofeng interacts with the Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors, sharing his method and seeking their support.
• The Grand Elders of humanity express their unity and willingness to help Jiang Haofeng, showing camaraderie and trust.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Haofeng decides to forge six Postnatal Supreme Treasures to house his remaining six corpses.
• He plans to use Chaos Stone and trade with the Demon Tribe for spiritual items to create these treasures.
• The Human Tribe's leaders express their support and willingness to help.
• Jiang Haofeng departs for the Demon Tribe's territory to negotiate with Ji Meng.

Character Developments

• Jiang Haofeng demonstrates his strategic thinking and resourcefulness in planning to forge powerful treasures.
• The Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors express their confidence in Jiang Haofeng's potential and the Human Tribe's future with him.

Significant Themes

• The importance of powerful treasures and resources in the Primordial Era.
• The strategic planning and resourcefulness required to succeed in the Investiture of the Gods war.
• The Human Tribe's hope and confidence in Jiang Haofeng.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Haofeng interacts with the Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors, discussing his plans and seeking their support.
• Jiang Haofeng's past interactions with Lu Ya and Ji Meng are mentioned, hinting at potential future conflicts or alliances.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Lu Ya, now at peak Quasi-Saint, visits Jiang Haofeng to discuss their wager from the Witch-Demon War.
• Jiang Haofeng demands a duel to settle the wager, as humanity needs to deal with the approaching Calamity and free Ji Meng from the Qiankun Diagram.
• Lu Ya agrees, and they decide to battle using only divine abilities, no magic treasures.

Character Developments

• Lu Ya: Has grown in confidence and cultivation, reaching peak Quasi-Saint. He's determined to save his uncle Ji Meng but is hesitant to face Jiang Haofeng.
• Jiang Haofeng: Has not changed much in personality but is now more open about his intentions. He's confident in his ability to defeat Lu Ya.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and respect: Lu Ya's newfound confidence and strength have earned him respect from the other Demon Saints, while Jiang Haofeng's power commands respect from Lu Ya.
• Karma and consequences: Jiang Haofeng is determined to settle the karma between them, while Lu Ya is driven by his desire to save his uncle.

Character Interactions

• Lu Ya and Jiang Haofeng: They maintain a respectful demeanor despite their impending battle. Lu Ya is cautious and slightly intimidated by Jiang Haofeng's power, while Jiang Haofeng is confident but not arrogant.
• Lu Ya and the other Demon Saints: Lu Ya's leadership is now unquestioned due to his strength, and the other Demon Saints defer to him.
• Jiang Haofeng and the Demon Saints: Jiang Haofeng shows no fear or disrespect towards the Demon Saints, indicating his confidence in his power.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Haofeng confronts Lu Ya, demonstrating his power by merging with the Three Corpses' mana.
• Jiang Haofeng pursues Lu Ya across the mortal realm, eventually cornering him.
• Lu Ya surrenders and offers spiritual items to Jiang Haofeng in exchange for Ji Meng's life and peace between their tribes.
• Years later, the Calamity Qi intensifies, and the Investiture of the Gods Calamity begins.
• The Primeval Lord of Heaven informs his disciples, including the Twelve Golden Immortals, that they are destined to face this Calamity.

Character Developments

• Jiang Haofeng shows immense power and wisdom, outmaneuvering Lu Ya and securing spiritual items for his tribe.
• Lu Ya, initially confident, is forced to surrender and beg for mercy, showing his vulnerability.
• The Twelve Golden Immortals and other Chan Teaching disciples face the reality of the upcoming Calamity, feeling its gravity and danger.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and the consequences of actions (Jiang Haofeng vs. Lu Ya, humanity vs. the Demon Tribe).
• The inevitability of fate and the consequences of one's actions (the Calamity and the Twelve Golden Immortals' destiny).
• The struggle for survival and the fear of death (immortals' reactions to the Calamity).

Character Interactions

• Jiang Haofeng and Lu Ya: Jiang Haofeng's power and strategy outmatch Lu Ya's, leading to Lu Ya's surrender.
• The Primeval Lord of Heaven and the Twelve Golden Immortals: The Saint Master warns his disciples about the Calamity's danger, causing them to feel its gravity.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Twelve Golden Immortals are summoned by Haotian to face an impending Calamity.
• They are instructed to recruit disciples, impart their skills, and send them to face the tribulation in their stead.
• Jiang Haofeng, after 49 years, requests an audience with Empress Nuwa in the Chaos.
• He is escorted by Qing Luan to the Wa Huang Palace, where he meets Empress Nuwa.

Character Developments

• The Twelve Golden Immortals: They initially appear peaceful and surprised by the Calamity, but they quickly understand and accept Haotian's plan to recruit disciples to face the tribulation for them.
• Jiang Haofeng: He demonstrates his power and status as the foremost innate human by easily traversing the Chaos and meeting Qing Luan. He also shows his strategic thinking by understanding Empress Nuwa's intentions in not using her Saintly mana to transport him.

Significant Themes

• The theme of facing and overcoming calamities is prominent, with the Twelve Golden Immortals and Jiang Haofeng both facing their own challenges.
• The theme of discipleship and the master-disciple bond is explored, with the Twelve Golden Immortals recruiting disciples to face the tribulation for them.

Character Interactions

• The Twelve Golden Immortals interact with each other, expressing their grim determination and acceptance of Haotian's plan.
• Jiang Haofeng interacts with Qing Luan, showing respect and understanding, and later with Empress Nuwa, demonstrating his power and strategic thinking.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Nuwa assists Jiang Haofeng by refining six of his Postnatal Supreme Treasures into Innate Spirit Treasures using the Heaven and Earth Cauldron.
• The refinement process takes 49 years, during which the Investiture of the Gods Calamity begins in the mortal realm, marking the start of King Zhou's reign.
• Jiang Haofeng realizes he has been too focused on refinement and has neglected the affairs of the Primordial Era, putting humanity in a precarious position.

Character Developments

• Jiang Haofeng: Realizes his mistake in focusing solely on refinement and neglecting the Primordial Era's affairs. He feels annoyed at his carelessness during this critical period.
• Nuwa: Reveals that she is aware of King Zhou's actions and the increase in incense she has received due to his worship. She seems amused by the situation.

Significant Themes

• The importance of vigilance and preparedness, especially during critical periods.
• The consequences of neglecting responsibilities, even when focused on important tasks.
• The power dynamics between deities and mortals, as seen through Nuwa's reaction to King Zhou's actions.

Character Interactions

• Nuwa and Jiang Haofeng: Nuwa assists Jiang Haofeng in refining his treasures, sharing insights about her Great Dao of Creation. Jiang Haofeng learns from her, and they maintain a respectful and cooperative relationship.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jiang Haofeng realizes that the Calamity Qi has been affecting everyone's judgment, leading to conflicts and wars.
• He sends a Past Self back to the mortal realm to prevent a crucial mistake during the incense offering ceremony.
• Jiang Haofeng experiences the immense pressure of humanity's Destiny in Chao Ge City, which suppresses the mana of most immortals.

Character Developments

• Jiang Haofeng demonstrates his wisdom and quick thinking, understanding the influence of Calamity Qi and taking immediate action.
• Nuwa acknowledges Jiang Haofeng's potential after witnessing his technique of creating a Past Self.

Significant Themes

• The influence of Calamity Qi on judgment and actions.
• The power of humanity's Destiny and its impact on immortals.
• The potential consequences of ignoring long-term damage for immediate gains.

Character Interactions

• Jiang Haofeng interacts with Nuwa, seeking her understanding to send a Past Self to the mortal realm.
• Jiang Haofeng's Past Self arrives in Chao Ge City, experiencing the pressure of humanity's Destiny.
• Jiang Haofeng's thoughts reveal his understanding of humanity's Destiny and its connection to him and other immortals.