Chapter 147, "Total Kill, Confrontation Cold Resistance Level [Killing Spree Chapter, Seeking Monthly Tickets]", is the clearest early answer because the buildup finally cashes out in a real clash. The chapter turns that into something concrete by moving from Logging Realm, Earth-digging Realm, and even the Cold Resistance... to Luckily, with my current strength, it's easy to wield the axe!"....

Chapter 168, "Snow Bamboo, Longyou, Sudden Wealth - Part 3", is the clearest early answer because it turns Xia Hong's situation into a concrete plot event. The chapter turns that into something concrete by moving from Xia Hong encompassed the entire Arrow Bamboo Forest on the scroll,... to So far, Great Xia has ventured only about three to four kilometers.... What makes it stick is that the chapter closes with Xia Hong paid it no mind at all;
Chapter 214, "Meritorious Deed, A Fortunate Accident (Part 2)", is the clearest early answer because it turns Xia Hong's situation into a concrete plot event. The chapter turns that into something concrete by moving from Bring him over here!" "Hong Yu isn't here. to In his nimble maneuvers, he not only dodged countless slashes but....
Chapter 169, "Trade, Bamboo Silk, Focus", is the clearest early answer because it turns Xia Hong's situation into a concrete plot event. The chapter turns that into something concrete by moving from Xia Hong was dumbfounded at this moment. to His eyes suddenly lit up, and three items popped into his mind.. What makes it stick is that it converts Xia Hong into a tangible resource or opportunity, which changes the balance of leverage for Cold Beast Meat and the surrounding arc.
Chapter 215, "Teaching Luo Cheng Techniques, News of the Jade Bone (Part 3)", is the clearest early answer because Xia Hong gets a payoff that changes the stakes. The chapter turns that into something concrete by moving from It's just that all three Cold Beasts were cut in half, clearly handed... to But as soon as he took hold of it, he was nearly toppled by its....
Chapter 212, "Dispute—Can't Hold It?", is the clearest early answer because it turns Xia Hong's situation into a concrete plot event. The chapter turns that into something concrete by moving from The man heard the voice and showed a hint of sympathy on his face,... to This kind of bed, he definitely couldn't lie down on; he could only.... What makes it stick is that the chapter closes with Bang......, which gives Xia Hong a stronger narrative position and pushes the power growth onward.
Chapter 224, "Cold Resistance Level Classification, Gains and Persuasion", is the clearest early answer because Xia Hong finally turns buildup into a real advancement. The chapter turns that into something concrete by moving from The total area of Longyou is about more than thirteen thousand square... to Just breaking through the Cold Resistance Level counts as the early....
Chapter 263, "Offering Strategies, An Eldest Brother Like a Father", is the clearest early answer because it turns Xia Hong's situation into a concrete plot event. The chapter turns that into something concrete by moving from Those stuck without breaking through to the Earth-digging Realm, Xiao... to A sudden knocking interrupted Xiao Hen's thoughts..
Chapter 233, "The Army Sets Out, Yang Lu Changes, Mid-stage Cold Resistance", is the clearest early answer because it turns Xia Hong's situation into a concrete plot event. The chapter turns that into something concrete by moving from No choice, I have to think of another way. to The effect of the first use was surprisingly good..
Chapter 211, "Elite System, Mining, and Cheng Ping's Grudge (Part 3)", is the clearest early answer because it turns Xia Hong's situation into a concrete plot event. The chapter turns that into something concrete by moving from For a moment, Xia Hong could mostly guess Luo Ming's situation at the... to None?" The person was taken aback upon hearing, then looked up....
Chapter 212, "Dispute—Can't Hold It?", is the clearest early answer because it turns Xia Hong's situation into a concrete plot event. The chapter turns that into something concrete by moving from The man heard the voice and showed a hint of sympathy on his face,... to This kind of bed, he definitely couldn't lie down on; he could only.... What makes it stick is that the chapter closes with Bang......, which gives Xia Hong a stronger narrative position and pushes the power growth onward.
Chapter 280, "The Disappearing Beast Tide, Tenfold Marching Speed (Part 3)", is the clearest early answer because it turns Xia Hong's situation into a concrete plot event. The chapter turns that into something concrete by moving from Xia Hong shook his head and chuckled softly, not caring, and... to Go back to notify the Six Ministries, temporarily mobilize all the....