"What do you mean by 'caught up'? I'd say she's on par with Odin.""Exactly. It seems we'll have to start calling her our senior from now on."In the span of just a few sentences, the two sword flashes had clashed more than a hundred times. The sound of swords clanging reverberated throughout the Esoteric Sword Sect.As time passed, more and more disciples gathered to witness the duel."Which elder is sparring with Odin?" one of the newcomers asked, not knowing what was happening. Upon learning that it was the recently initiated Olivia, they were utterly shocked.The news spread quickly. Soon, the entire Esoteric Sword Sect was abuzz with the revelation that Olivia, who had only joined the sect a short while ago, was actually able to match Odin in skill.The disciples were astounded.In the unseen heights of the sect, a group of elderly white-haired men observed the battle."Wilcox, you've got yourself a remarkable disciple. In such a short time, she has achieved this level of
Olivia, who had already comprehended the Sword Domain as a true master of martial arts, was now a martial lord of martial arts.Her Sword Domain had evolved to a level far beyond what it once was. Even though Olivia did not display her Sword Domain at its full strength, its power was still overwhelming. It not only covered the entire plaza but transformed it into a world of swords.Odin had not noticed the peculiarity, assuming Olivia had just unleashed a typical martial lord's domain."Olivia, is this your ultimate move? It's just a domain, something every martial lord of martial arts can use. Your domain is just a bit larger, that's all."Let me show you—bigger doesn't mean better!" Odin declared as he attempted to activate his own Sword Domain. As the senior of the Esoteric Sword Sect, he, too, had mastered the Sword Domain.However, as soon as Odin tried to deploy his domain, he felt shock rise within him—along with feelings of awkwardness. He could not believe it—his Sword Do
"Look at you, boasting like that," one of the elders remarked.Wilcox chuckled and said, "My disciple, Olivia, mastered the Sword Domain while still a true master of martial arts, which is typically something only martial lords can grasp. Now that she's a martial lord, guess what that implies?"The elders quickly connected the dots and were left speechless, their mouths agape in shock."Enough of this chatter," Wilcox said. "I'm going after my disciple to see why she's so eager to leave the sect.""No, Wilcox! You're the sect master of the Esoteric Sword Sect. It wouldn't look right if you're constantly absent from the sect. Besides, repeatedly forming an avatar consumes the sect's resources—it's too extravagant," one elder protested.Wilcox countered, "If you had a disciple like mine, would you let her go out alone? And besides, the cost of an avatar is nothing compared to the value of my disciple. You all should know which is more important."Seeing Wilcox's point, the elders f
These occurrences were unknown even to the divine Black Turtle or to Lucas and Caspian, who were trapped in the Dragon Vein Secret Realm.Only the powerful beings of this era truly understood them. If Skylar had not explained it to Chase, he would never have known such hidden truths.Chase had visited the Esoteric Medical Sect and met the sect master of the Esoteric Sword Sect. At the time, Chase found it odd. Despite being the leader of a top-tier sect, the strength he displayed seemed almost within his reach.Now, Chase realized that what he had encountered was likely just an avatar. The sect master's real body never walked the world."Basalt's Collins, someone's here to challenge you," Lottie's voice called from outside, snapping Chase out of his thoughts.Chase looked puzzled. "Who is it? Why would someone want to challenge me?"Chase had no idea that his casual remark had spread throughout the cultivation world. It was already dusk, which was most people's dinnertime. He cou
Chase leaned backward and evaded this unexpected stab.When he leaned back, his left leg kicked out hard and hit the woman's waist. The woman let go of the saber and moved in a flash to avoid Chase's attack.Chase thought the woman would give up her saber, which had stubbornly entangled itself on the Dragon Abyss Sword.The saber suddenly faded out while on the Dragon Abyss Sword and vanished.When it appeared again, it was in Summer Lyman's hand.It was a treasure that could come and go between the lines of reality.Chase's eyes narrowed.He knew that this saber was as powerful as the Dragon Abyss Sword."You're exactly like what the rumors say you are."The woman commented when Chase defended himself against her attack without issues."But it won't be so easy after this!"The woman suddenly shouted as she put her saber away."Obscure Sun!"Bright light instantly flashed from her body. Everything around her lit up despite it being night.She formed into a ball of brigh
Did she leave just like that?Chase was bewildered. The Obscure Sun Clan were quite straightforward people.He found himself liking them.Just as he was about to return to Herb Hall, he received a call.Despite being attacked by searing heat, Chase was not only fine but even his clothes and any item on him remained intact.He took out his phone to have a look.It was a call from Finn. He picked up the phone and answered it."Did something happen?""Master, we were stopped.""Who's brazen enough to stop you? How dare they stop my subordinates? Didn't you tell those people who you were?"Chase was taken aback. Gareth had given the order himself. No one in Capital City would dare to stop anyone from Basalt."Master, they refused to let us into Capital City because we said we're from Basalt. Master, I think it's best that you make a trip down here." Chase could sense the helplessness in Finn's tone.He asked for their location and flew into the air as he headed in their direc
The man took several steps forward as well until he was in front of Chase. He continued, "Chase Collins, take your Basalt and return where you came from. Capital City has no place for Basalt!""Who are you?"Chase asked once more."I'm the Red Phoenix's envoy, Constantine Red!"The young man was one of the two envoys of Red Phoenix, Constantine.Chase was surprised. He did not expect the people stopping them to be from Red Phoenix. Chase had never heard about anything regarding them since arriving at Capital City, but they were now right in front of him.He gave this some thought and figured there was only one possibility for them to be there. Chase decided to confront them about it."Mr. Cloves gave the order for Basalt's army to enter Capital City. Who are you to stop us? Has Red Phoneix stooped to becoming lapdogs of the Webers like White Tiger?""The Webers are useless things who aren't good enough to order us around. I don't think you're familiar with the politics in Capit
"Chase Collins, do you really want to fight with Red Phoenix over an ordinary man like Mr. Cloves?"Constantine looked angry when he realized that Chase was not kidding about this.Chase broke out with an angry laugh when he heard Constantine's words."Is Mr. Cloves just an ordinary man to you? Let me ask you this. If he's an ordinary man, what do you think you are? Mr. Cloves has done a lot for the country. He has secretly protected Bactria for so many years. "Do you think you would've been able to grow up with worries if it weren't for his protection? You wouldn't have been able to get on the path of cultivation or have the chance to grovel over Red Phoneix."Chase's words made Constantine feel ashamed.However, he quickly shook it off.He was now the Red Phoenix's envoy. He could not allow Chase to lecture him this way."Even without Mr. Cloves, there's still Mr. Chapel and Mr. Levin. Mr. Cloves isn't anyone special. Let's get straight to the point, Chase Collins. If you in
Chase furrowed his brows as he got lost deep in thought. "Could it be that the demonic race never truly perished but instead went into hiding, secretly passing down this forbidden art? First, I need to fully understand the Devouring Sky Demon Art before investigating that secret."With that decision made, Chase immediately began his closed-door training.Once cultivated to its peak, the Devouring Sky Demon Art could consume souls and refine them into demonic puppets with terrifying combat power.For Chase, this technique was a perfect match. "Devouring Sky Demon Art, First Layer!"With a single thought, new information flooded his mind.This was the fundamental incantation of the technique—nothing too obscure. After a quick review, Chase grasped it with ease.He extended his finger, allowing a drop of blood essence to fall onto the purple skull emblem.In an instant, blinding crimson light erupted from the emblem. It trembled violently, letting out sharp, anguished wails, as if
In just a matter of moments, the androgynous young man was dead. His corpse lay motionless amid the blood-soaked ground.His final curses and hatred meant nothing to Chase, who remained indifferent and showed no reaction.Chase withdrew his hand with a calm expression. Every strike he delivered was absolute—he never left his enemies a chance to recover."This technique of his is rather unique. It absorbs the life essence of others to enhance one's own power." Chase rubbed his chin, lost in thought."Unfortunately, it has a fatal flaw. The more one absorbs, the stronger the backlash. If not controlled properly, the user ultimately loses themselves, becoming neither human nor ghost."He sighed inwardly."This sinister martial art must have been created by a powerful demonic sect figure. It's a flawed version, but it's still highly dangerous. If left unchecked, it could bring disaster to the world."A chilling glint flashed through Chase's eyes. Demonic arts were forbidden as they
The moment the words left his mouth, the androgynous young man lunged at Chase with a dagger in hand. He closed the distance between them at an alarming speed.In an instant, his energy surged, and the aura radiating from his body grew even more intense.This was the power of a stage-nine martial god!"Hah! You dare act so arrogantly in front of me? One hand is all I need to deal with you. Now, let me show you my strength!"Chase sneered, extending a single hand toward the approaching, black-robed young man."An ant trying to stop a giant?"The young man smirked. He flicked his wrist, sending his dagger slicing through the air while gleaming coldly.The dagger struck the back of Chase's hand, but instead of cutting through, it shattered on impact, producing a metallic ringing sound.The young man stumbled backward, his face twisted in shock."How… How is this possible?"His eyes widened in disbelief as he stared at Chase, who remained completely unharmed. His skin was untouch
"Regardless, this demon beast's corpse is incredibly valuable. Whether it's the demon core, demon blood, or even its tendons and bones, all can be refined into powerful weapons."Chase licked the corner of his lips.A demon core was the essence of an innate demon beast, brimming with potent lifeblood energy.Meanwhile, demon blood was the condensed essence of the beast's body, holding immense power. If used for cultivation, it could accelerate training speed multiple times over. Not only that, demon blood also had the astonishing ability to purify impurities within the body."This demon beast is a treasure trove. If I hunt one and sell it, I could make an absolute fortune."Chase licked his lips once more, making up his mind. Under the cover of night, he would launch a sneak attack on this powerful demon beast lord.Besides, since this demon had lived in the valley for so long, it was likely a native of the area.If Chase wanted to explore the valley, clashing with these creatur
'My body is strong, but it still has its limits. If I can absorb some Blood Vein Ginthera, I should be able to enhance my physical strength!' Chase thought.If his physique could undergo a transformation and reach martial nirvana, what would happen then?A martial nirvana-level martial artist possessed a reborn body. Their skin itself could serve as armor, and a single punch could shatter steel. They could even withstand direct attacks from spiritual artifacts, making them nearly indestructible.If he could strengthen his body just a bit more, he would be able to practice martial nirvana techniques and unleash their full might with just a simple movement. He would be capable of destroying mountains and rivers in an instant."Blood Vein Ginthera is indeed a great option for tempering the body, but with my current level, I need to at least reach the martial nirvana realm before I can withstand its medicinal power. Otherwise, consuming it would cause my body to collapse instantly."S
A chilling aura crept over Chase, sending shivers down his spine.The little monkey that had been lazily basking in the sun atop the vine suddenly sprang up in alarm, bolting away as fast as it could.Chase grinned. "Relax. I'm just passing through!"However, before he could finish speaking, a sharp cry pierced the air.A black eagle swooped down, landing on Chase's shoulder. Its piercing gaze locked onto the monkey, and it let out a warning growl from deep within its throat.The monkey was not particularly large, but its body was covered in black scales, giving it an eerie, sinister appearance. Its head was somewhat grotesque, and its scarlet-red eyes were filled with hostility as it glared at Chase."A little beast like this… Could it be a guardian of some hidden treasure?" Chase murmured in surprise.Suddenly, the monkey darted from beneath the vine, leaping onto the branch of an ancient pine tree before vanishing into the depths of the forest.Chase froze.He had just been
Chase spotted a thick vine wrapped around the tree trunk. The lightning strike had just severed it."What is that?" Chase's expression darkened with shock and uncertainty.The vine was at least three feet thick. Its entire body glowed a vibrant green, and its leaves trembled slightly, radiating a powerful life force.In an instant, a chilling gleam flashed toward him—sharp and deadly!Chase reacted quickly, his instincts kicking in. He bent his legs and launched a powerful backward kick toward the source of the attack.Pain shot through his foot as a sharp wound appeared on its surface, and blood trickled down.His eyes widened as he finally saw the creature behind the attack—a beast resembling an ape."You bastard! You actually think of me as prey?" Chase let out a cold snort. Clenching his right fist, he threw a punch at the monstrous ape.A dull, resounding impact sent the beast flying backward.However, the strike only enraged the ape. It let out a series of deafening roar
At this stage of cultivation, advancing to each new realm required absorbing the soul essence of demonic or fierce beasts.Only the most powerful could condense a Nascent Soul. Yet even then, it remained bound within the void, unable to break free from the shackles of heaven and earth.Only those who reached the martial divine transformation realm could truly transcend these limits, traversing the void and exploring the vast universe.To break through these constraints, one had to refine a Demon Soul and fuse it with the Nascent Soul. Only then could they set foot on the path of true ascension.For ordinary warriors, even reaching midway martial arts overlord status placed them far above the rest. They gained extended lifespans, living well beyond a century.If a warrior refined their Martial Soul to its peak, its terrifying power would be beyond imagination."I still have a long way to go before I can condense my Martial Soul… I wonder if this Demon Soul Orb can provide me with
Illusions were essentially a type of special illusionary realm, and like all things, they varied in strength.Weaker illusions were ineffective against warriors unless the master of the illusion was vastly superior in cultivation. Only then could they manipulate a warrior's perception to the point of deception."Miss, I didn't mean to ambush you. I was forced into this situation due to unforeseen circumstances. I hope you can forgive me."Chase withdrew his imposing aura and cupped his hands in a respectful gesture.The woman in the purple dress stood a distance away. Her face was slightly pale, her lips were chapped, and her breathing was uneven. Sweat beaded on her forehead."Hmph! Consider yourself lucky. We're leaving!"She let out a cold snort, tossing a ring to the ground before turning away and departing swiftly. A faint blush spread across her delicate features, and her tattered robes barely concealed the color of her undergarments beneath.Moments ago, she had employed