After a long time, he finally reached the Immortal Ascension.His True Energy had also been refined and improved exponentially, now becoming True Essence.There was a world of difference between True Energy and True Essence.This great leap in difference was akin to comparing an ember to an inferno.After entering the Immortal Ascension’s First Stair, James did not relax for a moment and continued cultivating since he still had a lot of time to spare.He sat in a lotus position on the ground and activated the Novenary Golden Body Siddhi once more. Powerful energy entered through his pores and was refined into True Essence. James’ True Essence continued to grow day by day.After he reached the Immortal Ascension, he would require tremendous amounts of energy to have another breakthrough.This time, he cultivated for three whole months before finally getting close enough to step into the next stair. However, he chose not to and condensed his True Essence for another month until it
Surprised, James asked, “What exactly is that?”Sophie continued to observe Quintina.She looked at the mysterious scripts around Quintina’s body. The scripts were composed of True Energy and were constantly morphing.“If I’m not mistaken, it’s probably an unknown power. She must have some kind of inexplicable ability.”James was puzzled.Sophie explained, “She’s a Grand Supernatural and was born with a Supernatural Power. Every Grand Supernatural’s Supernatural Power is unique. The Inscription of the Way must’ve been engraved within her when she was born. Although she still can’t understand their meaning, it can still give her great power.”After Sophie’s explanation, James felt like he was able to understand better.At that moment, Quintina sensed someone was watching her, and she stopped cultivating. She looked at James standing before her, and her brows furrowed slightly. She said, “Why’re you staring at me instead of cultivating?”James returned to his senses and replied w
James was puzzled. ‘Why does Farley want to see me now?’He was not the only person confused by the situation, Quintina was as well.She knew her father’s character. He had never bothered with the Ancient Realm’s affairs. Even powerful prodigies could not catch his eye, but somehow, he favored James.Moreover, he had requested to see James in person.James said, “Lead the way.”“This way, please.” Quintina beckoned him. James turned to Yoan and said, “Sir, I’ll go and come back quickly.”Yoan nodded and said, “Alright, go on.”Afterward, Quintina led James to Mount Trinvard. They went to Farley’s seclusion sanctuary located in the back mountain.“Father, I’ve brought James,” Quintina said respectfully to Farley.Farley gently waved his hand and said, “Alright. You may leave first.”Quintina was perplexed. She did not know what Farley wanted to speak to James about, but she did not ask any questions. After casting a glance at James, she turned to leave.Farley sat in a lotu
“Huff!” Quintina heaved a sigh in relief. She turned to James and scolded him, “Do you have a death wish? Why would you joke about something like that?”James said with a playful smile, “What if I say it’s true, but I turned your father down?” “...” Quintina was stunned.She felt that James was not lying since her father had mentioned it to her before.“You turned him down? Why would you turn him down?”Quintina stared at James, then scanned herself, saying, “Is it because I’m not pretty enough? Or am I not charming enough? Or is there something about me that isn’t worthy of you?”Although Quintina did not have any feelings for James, she was slightly confused about why James would refuse to marry her.She was the daughter of the Ancient Clan’s leader. Countless suitors had come for her hand in marriage. Many people wanted to marry her and build a relationship with the Ancient Clan.Quintina stared at James and asked for an explanation. “It’s because I’m married.”Think
Soon, James came to the mountain range where ordinary disciples lived.He walked over to Melany's small courtyard house and gently knocked on the door.He knocked for a while, but no one responded. ‘Is she not home?’ James wondered to himself.Then, he leaped over the fence and entered the courtyard.No one was around the courtyard, and the door to her house was shut tight.“Who’s there?” A voice came from inside, and footsteps approached. Soon, the door was swung open.James parted his lips and greeted her, “Melany…”Before he could finish speaking, he noticed that Melany’s body was covered in injuries. He could not help asking, “What happened? How did you get hurt?”“It’s you, James! You’re back?”Melany said smilingly, “I’m alright. I’ll be fine after cultivating for some time.”Then, she beckoned James into the house. Her house was very tidy.Melany went and made some tea for James.James looked at Melany’s bruised face and the injuries all over her body. He also no
The Zaydons did not dare to do anything to Melany because she had become a disciple of the Welkin Academy.She would be doomed if she was expelled from the Welkin Academy and lost her status.“Don’t worry. I’m here for you. Even if the sky falls, I’ll hold it up for you.”With a nonchalant expression, James said, “Just because we don’t cause trouble doesn’t mean we’re afraid of trouble.”“Huff,” Melany sighed helplessly.She knew James was determined to avenge her, so it was useless to dissuade him, as she could not convince him no matter what she said.“Let’s set things straight first, James. If the situation gets out of hand, please don’t act tough. I don’t want to drag you down.”“It’ll be fine!” James gave Melany a big grin and pulled her away.As they left the ordinary disciple’s accommodation, James learned about the person who had robbed Melany and the others.His name was Yitzchok Griffin, and he was the younger brother of the United Alliance’s deputy leader.“From wh
Lochan was the United Alliance's Guardian and was a core disciple of the Welkin Academy.He was relatively strong and had reached the Immortal Ascension’s Sixth Stair. He had a very high status in the United Alliance, ranked only below the deputy leader.Dozens of the United Alliance’s members gathered around them.The scene dumbfounded everyone. How could Lochan, the United Alliance’s Guardian, a cultivator at the Immortal Ascension’s Sixth Stair, be knocked away?Moreover, his opponent was a newcomer that had just joined the Welkin Academy less than six months ago.They would have never believed that happened if they had not seen it with their own eyes.Melany was also stunned. She knew James was strong, but only when compared to the new disciples. However, he had been much weaker than the disciples in the Welkin Academy for a long time. She never expected James’ strength to increase so much in under six months.How had he been cultivating?Many people gathered around them,
Lochan immediately stepped forward and blocked James.With a gloomy face, he said, “I’ve already sent someone to look for him, James. Have a little patience. Don’t act recklessly. With your strength, I don’t think you’re strong enough to make an enemy out of the United Alliance. Our alliance isn’t one you can easily destroy.”James replied calmly, “I already warned you I’d destroy the United Alliance if he didn’t show up within ten minutes. Time is up, but he’s not here. So, don’t blame me for taking action.”Many disciples had gathered outside the United Alliance’s base.Hearing James’ words, they could not help but admire him for his guts.“He’s awesome.”“No one has ever dared to challenge the United Alliance since its establishment.”‘“His name is James, right? Did he just join the Welkin Academy?”“How is he so strong?”“Could it be he’s not happy to be an ordinary disciple and wants to cause trouble to get the attention of our elders or even the headmaster so he can beco
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