“James Caden…” Just as Polaris beckoned for James to follow him, a few armored knights walked over to them and stopped James from leaving. James turned his head. He knew they were Koehler’s knights in a single glance. “Is something the matter?” He asked. A knight asked, “James, how was the situation on Mount Olympus? How’s Koehler Keyes? Is he dead or alive?” “He’s dead.” James continued, “He was nearing his end, anyway. Even without the battle, he wouldn’t live for long. During that fierce battle, he used up all of his strength, which caused his power to dissipate. Besides, he also suffered grave injuries. He’s dead. His corpse is now lying on Mount Olympus.” Upon hearing this, a few knights staggered backward. Their faces were pale. James simply turned to leave. Meanwhile, Polaris beckoned everyone to follow him. “Everyone, feel free to come along with me to the Polaris Sect. We’ll wait for James to concoct the antidote.” “Let’s go!” “Let’s go to the Polaris Sec
James thought about it and asked, “Why is your name the same as the sect’s?” “To be honest with you, every Archbishop of the sect changes their name to ‘Polaris’.” “Oh, I see.” Realization dawned on James’ face. “James, I see that you’re a sword user. You must have learned some sword techniques before. We should exchange information about what we know with each other. To be frank, though the Polaris Sect also has a signature sword technique, no one in the sect has been able to learn it.” “Of course.” James nodded slightly. He was intrigued by the Polaris Sword Art created by the founder of the Polaris Sect. A sword technique that took thirty years of practice should not be just any ordinary sword technique. Soon, they arrived at the summit. There were many buildings there. Instead of Eyrothia-styled buildings, they were constructed in the Solean style. As the structure was ancient, they seemed to have been transported into the past from the modern era. Many martial ar
The Three Elders were Grand Sect Elders, the highest authority figures of the Polaris Sect. Theoretically speaking, even the Archbishop would have to be deferential toward them. However, the Three Elders had been sitting around doing nothing for decades. They did not concern themselves with the affairs of the sect. After a discussion with a few Sect Elders, Archbishop Polaris left the main hall and headed to the mountain behind the Polaris Sect. There was a cliff near the mountain. On the foot of the mountain, there was a simple-looking wooden house. In front of the house, three statues could be seen. Polaris appeared before the cliff and looked at the statues before him, his mind in a trance. He remembered that the last time he was here was thirty years ago. In the blink of an eye, thirty years had passed. After briefly staring at the statues, he leaped into the air and flew toward the house. Soon, he arrived at the house. Upon closer inspection, Polaris realized that the stat
... Archbishop Polaris tried convincing the elderly man non-stop. He listed out the pros and cons and analyzed the current situation. After a while, the elderly man asked, “Who is this… James? How’s his character?” “Master, he’s a Solean ancient martial artist. Though he’s young, he’s really powerful. I stand no chance against him whatsoever and was easily defeated. Character-wise, he seemed to be a decent and upright man.”Polaris briefly described James. The elderly man thought about it and said, “Alright, I’ll leave this to you.” As he said that, he closed his eyes once again and continued cultivating the Deadwood Martial Technique. “Thank you, Master.” Delighted, Polaris hurriedly left. James knew nothing about the internal affairs of the Polaris Sect, nor did he ask about them. After arriving at the sect, he concentrated on healing his injuries in the manor. As his injuries were almost recuperated, his injuries completely recovered after healing for a few days.
Polaris waved slightly and a document on the table instantly flew toward James. “James, this is detailed information about Rodent. Have a look.” James received it flawlessly and opened the document. A photo was attached to the topmost part of the documents, and it was a little bit blurry. Since the man was wearing a mask and only half of his face was revealed, James could not discern his appearance. Polaris said, “Since we don’t have much time, this is the most comprehensive information I’ve compiled. Rodent is a cautious man. He always wears a mask in public spaces. This photo is the only one I obtained.” “Mhm,” James said and began scrutinizing the photo. Name: Yasser Leonard Nickname: Rodent Age: Approximately 146 years He was born in Westborough City of Sol. Losing his parents at a very young age, he incidentally obtained an Internal Martial Arts cultivation method and became an ancient martial artist. During the defensive war against foreign forces, he was a trai
”By the way, help me locate one more person.” “Delilah’s stepfather?” Archbishop Polaris asked. After investigating the matter, he found out about Delilah and James’ identities. He currently had some insider information. “Mhm.” James nodded and said, “Delilah’s stepfather, Xavion Zachary. I want to see him, dead or alive. If you can’t find him, try locating the documents in his hands.” “I’ll try.” Archbishop Polaris could not be sure that he could find anything. That was because he knew that many had tried and failed. “I don’t understand, James. Is the technology in Xavion’s hands this impressive? Why is everyone searching for him?” James shrugged and said, “How would I know? I don’t work in that field. However, based on the information I received, this is a ground-breaking technological breakthrough. If realized, mankind would take a giant step forward and enter a new age.” “Let’s not rush things. I promise I’ll use everything at my disposal to help you. Now, let’s tal
Under the guidance of Archbishop Polaris, James headed to the summit of the mountain behind the Polaris Sect. Many Sect Elders followed close behind. At the bottom of the cliff behind the mountain, there was a natural cave. Though the entrance was rather small, it was wide and spacious inside. “After you, James.” Archbishop Polaris beckoned James to enter. After traversing a winding road, they arrived at a stone house. The stone house was artificially constructed and rather spacious inside. The area was around 500 square meters, and the stone wall was twenty meters in height. Meanwhile, patterns and texts were inscribed on the surrounding walls. Some recorded cultivation methods, while others recorded martial art techniques. Most, however, were about sword techniques. “We have arrived, James. This was where my sect’s founder entered a closed-door meditation. During his meditation, he inscribed everything he learned on the stone wall. However, centuries passed and no Archbis
Had the Prince of Orchid Mountain crossed into the ninth rank? Upon seeing this, James contemplated. “James, what are you standing there for? What’s written on it?” Archbishop Polaris asked and looked at James in anticipation. James recollected himself and glanced at him, asking, “Can’t you read these words?” “How would I know these words?” Archbishop Polaris wore a bitter smile. James looked at the Sect Elders. Seeing that they were staring at the stone wall with confounded looks on their faces, he asked, “Can any of you read this ancient text?” Everyone shook their heads. James suppressed a snicker and said, “Guys, this is the information age. Couldn’t you find an expert to decipher the meaning of this ancient text? I assure you that those people are adept at it. Just grab a few here and everything will be done in no time.” Upon hearing this, everyone looked at one another. They were stunned. “Why didn’t we think of this?” “That’s right! After deciphering the me
The sky was a brilliant blue, accented by white clouds. Vast plains stretched out with rolling peaks, rivers, and seas crisscrossing the expansive land, while an aura of Spiritual Energy permeated everything. This was a new world, brimming with life and vitality, existing independently from the myriad realms.Countless cultivation resources awaited discovery here. Unending adventures beckoned the brave, and limitless opportunities awaited those with exceptional talent.This was the new world James had created, based on the Forty-Nine Daoisms and merged with his own Daoism, to resolve the Leere Tribulation and save countless beings across the myriad realms.In this world, there was no powerful Heavenly Path, no hierarchy of races, no strict rules or oppressions, and no fate governing everything. Instead, actions were judged by karma. Fortune and misfortune, as well as success and failure, were determined by karma.Though it adhered to the principle of survival of the fittest and res
“No wonder,” Lord Goyo finally understood after an extended contemplation.He distinctly remembered that back at the Yin’s Void, Jacopo, the incarnation of Waitara Path’s Soremsia, had abruptly ordered him to move all foundations out of the Dark World. In hindsight, everything now made sense. It was likely that Jacopo had foreseen all of this.Realizing this, Lord Goyo felt a chill run down his spine as cold sweat broke out on his forehead. Despite doubting Jacopo’s identity as an incarnation of Waitara Path’s Soremsia, he had followed his advice. Otherwise, the consequences would have been disastrous.Snapping back to reality, Lord Goyo looked down at the Yang governor and Gladwin from his elevated position.“You fool, do you realize your mistake?”The Yang governor and Gladwin looked up simultaneously, their faces full of fear.“Lord Goyo, I truly didn't notice this. I had no idea when the Dark World was separated.”“Lord Goyo, there is something fishy about this. If James has
At the peak of Mount One in the myriad realms, the Yang Governor, disguised as James, descended with Gladwin. Both looked deathly pale, as if they had just escaped a life-threatening disaster. They were filled with panic.They stopped simultaneously upon arriving beneath a massive platform in a grand dojo.“We need to sort this out first,” the Yang Governor glared fiercely at Gladwin. “Who's going to explain this later, you or me?”Gladwin swallowed nervously. “Of course, it should be you.”“Why should it be me?” the Yang Governor scoffed. “Haven't you always claimed to be Lord Goyo's top confidant and meddled in our alliance's affairs? Now you're chickening out when there's a major issue?”Gladwin's face twitched. “This has nothing to do with cowardice. It's your duty as the leader of the Path Guardian Alliance.”The Yang Governor laughed in exasperation. “You've always been the one gathering intelligence across the myriad realms, boasting that you're better than Yegor from Skyn
That was the first thing he asked after surviving a monumental battle. James patted his shoulder. "The twenty thousand men…" "As long as it's broken," Wyot interjected, staring into the emptiness. "It's a pity the Dark World is gone forever."James wanted to respond, but the other survivors gathered around them. After the battle and the aid of the path source, they had ascended to Path Emperors, becoming top powerhouses in the myriad realms.James nodded, then waved his hand, summoning a path pearl that gleamed with holy light. The light and aura it radiated were enough to make any living being kneel before it.Just as James was about to act, Wyot knelt on one knee, followed by his warriors.James frowned. "Wyot, brothers, you have the right to stand…""We will not be Deified until the Leere Tribulation is broken!" Wyot declared loudly, clasping his fists. His warriors did the same."We will not be Deified until the Leere Tribulation is broken!"Their voices were unified, echo
Then, the Formation of Perception shook violently. When he snapped out of it, he realized that the twenty thousand Doom Race warriors led by Xezal had almost all perished.Among the remaining ones, three were losing their bodies. Hastily, James tossed three path sources into the formation, but it did not stop their bodies from crumbling."Move them out, quickly," urged Zella. "They're under immense pressure inside."James waved his hand and broke the Formation of Perception.Xezal and his remaining warriors—just three of them—appeared in the void. They were tattered and covered in blood. Their hair was unkempt, and they were barely recognizable. These were heroes who had experienced hell.Though wobbling, they stood in battle stances. Their valiance and undying will moved James. He turned his hand and covered them with four path sources, then told them to sit and heal."That's the Doom Race for you. The fact that they survived this titanic battle says a lot about their talent," Z
"Fourth, I have left some treasures for the Yaneiri Clan. They should be enough to establish yourselves in the new world. Fifth, do not be Deified. Never, ever do that. You must keep the Yaneiri Clan safe."Wynton's body contorted, plunging him into further pain. Cracks spread across his skin. "You owe me, James! You owe my clan!" he roared for the last time in his life before crumbling into dust.The light strips that imprisoned him shattered as well, and purple flames lunged at James' light wall, the shockwaves splintering it into fragments before rampaging toward the inconsolable Zella.James flew to Zella, scooped her up, and they took off. The shockwaves from Wynton's self-destruction rapidly spread, obliterating the surrounding formations.But that wasn't the end. Once freed, the shockwave rippled across the Dark World, annihilating everything in its path. Countless universes met their demise.Meanwhile, James protected the remaining Doom Race warriors within the formation,
Wynton was hysterical, but James merely shrugged. “Wynton, they say the last act people do before they die is to be kind. I see none of that in you, and you lost to me.”“And so what?” Wynton roared. “You’re just luckier than me, James! You have a Yin governor as your wife, and she has your back all the time! You would never have come this far otherwise!”James smiled. “Keep going.”“I know you don’t want to owe me any favors.” Wynton glared at him angrily. “You gave me three free attacks to repay me for sparing you in the River of Time.“Now, I’ve given you your children’s past selves back, and you owe me once more. You’re waiting for my terms, aren’t you?”James looked resigned.“Wrong,” Wynton sneered. “I won’t ask for any promises, nor will I give you any chance to repay this debt. Now, you shall owe me a favor you can never repay!”James sensed something was wrong and was shocked. “Wynton!”Wynton, imprisoned, began to burn, flames flickering and licking his body. He roare
"That’s…" The sight of that token filled Wynton with shock. "Y-You’re working with the Shadowborns?""Will you give it to me?" James shot him a threatening look.Wynton shivered, taking a deep breath. Then, a flash of purple light burst forth, and a brilliantly shining mirror flew out from the top of his head.James released Wynton and grabbed the mirror. It resonated with the token, and both items shone blindingly, responding to each other.'It’s true,' James thought. 'The Shadowborn token the master gave me before he left can sense the Nothingness Path Mirror. But why?' Questions swirled in his mind."That mirror will do nothing for you," Wynton said. "I can’t control it, so you can’t either. The only one who can is the Yin governor."He looked at James. "And she’s cleaved in two. Unless you can merge them together, the mirror will not work. However, with just your wife’s half-self, finding Wuia’s current and future selves will be a nigh impossible task."James tucked the mirr
James remained silent. He couldn't muster a response. Now, he finally understood why the Leere Tribulation had been orchestrated and the role his wife played in it.He had initially thought that by destroying the past version of Wuia concealed within the River of Time, he could hurt Wuia. Even if he couldn't stop the Leere Tribulation, he could at least delay it.With more time, he planned to gather additional clues and eradicate all three versions of Wuia, permanently solving the problem. However, his conversation with Wynton had changed his plans.Wynton observed James standing in silence and smirked. "Of course, there's a way to do this."James furrowed his brow.Wynton, brimming with glee, continued, "Kill your wife and the Light Heavenly Path. If they vanish entirely, Wuia will never obtain the Void Spiral. Even if the Leere Tribulation materializes and he returns, his strength will be no greater than before his reincarnation. You'll have enough power to fight him."That was