Chapter 249, "The Secret Passage, Han Feng, One Step", is the clearest early answer because the hidden truth stops feeling like mere subtext. The chapter turns that into something concrete by moving from In such a situation, Han Feng wasn't clear about the actual... to With your abilities, leading over a thousand people to live like....

Chapter 350, "Methods to Improve the Peak of Cold Resistance, Moao's 10th Town, Beishuo Yang Fa, Nightmare, Lu Yun of East Ridge", 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 Hmph, the Nine Towns have had an agreement long ago: if a Xianyang... to Evidently, the other party didn't believe his self-introduction just....
Chapter 311, "Expulsion and Unease, an Overzealous Xia Chuan (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 On the contrary, Xia Chuan had several deep sword wounds on his... to Everyone has been notified and will be here shortly." Xia Chuan waved....
Chapter 272, "Loss and Surprise, Surge in Cold Resistance Level Participants (2)", 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 Luo Cheng was staring at the ranking board, looking very tense. to His adaptability was quite good, but after all, he had only been in....
Chapter 245, "Cause and Effect, the Bigger Picture, Return to the Beehive (Part 2)", is the clearest early answer because it pushes Xia Hong into a new phase or setting. The chapter turns that into something concrete by moving from Everyone's face changed dramatically when they saw Xia Hong's wound. to When Meng Yi returned to Xia City with the message this morning, he....
Chapter 276, "Integration of Soldiers and Hunters, Military System, and Roll Call Hunt (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 Knowing Xia Hong still had more to say, everyone showed no reaction... to I propose that the army consist of twenty people per team, with one....
Chapter 246, "White Dew Gu and Cold Apple Jade Dew, Hanqiong's Sinister Smile", 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 On the day of April 16th, the Minister took a few of us to... to What about ordinary people..." "The leader must have a way, just wait....
Chapter 251, "Understanding—Win Hearts First, Then Take the Next Step (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 As for Xia Chuan, he didn't even open his mouth, just furrowed his... to Even if implemented, the number of mining slaves must be strictly....
Chapter 315, "New Policies for Long Mountain, Cold Apple Tree and the Silver Mine (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 In April, the march begins from Xia City to Longyou; in May, the... to A great victory inevitably comes with great loss..
Chapter 243, "Hanqiong's Great Battle, Realization After the Fact (Part 3)", 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 Although the situation of the guards at the gate was unclear just... to Moreover, as more Longyou army entered the iron gate and joined in....
Chapter 249, "Secret Passage, Han Feng, One Step", is the clearest early answer because the hidden truth stops feeling like mere subtext. The chapter turns that into something concrete by moving from The flames emitted by the Cold Ruins Tripod illuminated the three... to Coupled with the luxurious furnishings throughout the room, it was.... What makes it stick is that the chapter closes with Hou Tong's initial intention likely was not to cooperate with Hanqiong.
Chapter 246, "White Dew Gu and Cold Apple Jade Dew, Hanqiong's Sinister Smile", 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, upon seeing the white mist, was taken aback. to There's no need to ask so much..