”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 Nine Ordeals… What does it mean? The Nine Destructions… “To cultivate this martial art, one has to suffer the Nine Destructions.” … James continued reading. The cultivation method of the Nine Scriptures of Ordeals was recorded at the back. After he finished reading it, James furrowed his eyebrows. Though the martial art was intriguing, the conditions were harsh. One would first have to cripple one’s cultivation. Not a single trace of True Energy could remain. The five organs must be destroyed, the meridians must be severed, the Elixir Field had to be extinguished, True Energy had to be completely removed, and one must be on his last breath. This was called the Nine Destructions, or simply the Nine Ordeals. Theoretically speaking, one could only cultivate this martial art if he was on the verge of death. Upon seeing this, James shook his head slightly. It was impossible. No ordinary man would ever cripple his own martial art to cultivate the Nine Scriptures of O
Upon seeing James leave the cavern, Archbishop Polaris walked over to him and flashed him a bright smile, asking, “How was it, James?” James shook his head and said, “This is too profound for me. I can’t gain any insight at the moment. I have no choice but to record them. I plan to return for now. Once I have the time, I’ll cultivate it.” “Are you leaving already?” “Mhm.” James nodded and asked, “By the way, how many days did I stay in the Sacred Fire Cavern?” Archbishop said, “About three days in total. Since you intend to leave, why don’t we have a meal first? I should at least organize a farewell banquet for you.” James smiled and said, “It’s alright.” “Alright, then.” Archbishop Polaris did not force the issue. “By the way, how did the investigation go?” Archbishop Polaris said, “It’s still ongoing, but I believe the news will arrive soon. Why don’t you stay here for a little while longer? You can leave after the investigation is complete.” “That won’t do.” James
At Durandal’s Royal Military Region… James was standing in front of a helicopter. Before him was the Queen of Durandal. Though James came here on a military exchange between the two nations on the surface, he left to sort out his affairs. By the time he returned, the military exchange was already completed. “Are you really going back?” The Queen of Durandal looked at James. Although she was in Durandal the whole time, she knew about the events that unfolded on Mount Olympus. That was because the Knights of the Louis family who participated in the conference had narrated the chain of events to her. She knew that James had defeated Archbishop Polaris, ranked third on the Elysian Ranking, and saved the martial artists who were abducted. “Mhm.” James nodded and said, “Actually, I came here to sort something out. Now that the matter is resolved, I’ll be returning to Sol.” The Queen of Durandal was reluctant to let James leave. She planned to further enhance her cooperative r
He kept thinking about the identity of the Celestial Sect’s Sect Leader.The Sect Leader of the Celestial Sect had saved him several times, and the scent on that person was very familiar.It was the same as Thea’s.In addition, there was the Malevolent Sword.He had always felt that the Celestial Sect's Sect Leader was Thea.Leaving aside the strength of the Celestial Sect's Sect Leader, this would be Thea.The only thing keeping him from being certain was the fact that Thea did not possess such potent strength.They were fighting alone against two opponents.They were fighting alone while up against Lucjan and the first Blood Emperor.What the hell was up with that?Even Callan in his prime would not be able to defeat the current Lucjan and the first Blood Emperor if he faced them.However, the Sect Leader of the Celestial Sect did just that.“James, what are you thinking about?”Henry's voice came from beside him.James regained his composure and shook his head slightly
After being on a ten-hour flight, James finally arrived back in the Capital in Sol.It was morning when he reached the Capital.He had a meeting in the military region after he returned to Sol, according to his schedule. He was required to speak at the meeting and provide a summary of what he had learned at the military exchange conference between the two countries.However, he did not have the luxury of time for that. He immediately left it to Henry to deal with it instead.Then continued on his way to Thea's residence without pausing.Thea had also calculated the exact time and knew when James would return.When James arrived at Thea’s residence, the gate to the courtyard was unlocked. He walked straight inside.In the courtyard, a tall, beautiful woman in a slim-fitting dress could be seen. She was trimming the flowers and plants in the courtyard with a pair of scissors in her hand.It was indeed Thea.When Thea noticed James had entered, she could not help but put down the
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