Walagnus tortured the Sword Master endlessly. However, the Sword Master did not seem to know anything, as she said nothing. Excruciating screams came from inside the dark and damp dungeon.Seeing that the Sword Master was reluctant to speak, Walagnus paid no heed to her and entered another dungeon.In the other dungeon, Xianna was sitting in a lotus position on the ground. Even though she was injured and her cultivation base was sealed away, she nonetheless still exuded the aura of a noble despite being imprisoned. Her mind was clear, and she could hear the Sword Master's agonizing screams.Walagnus walked over to her and said coldly, "As expected of an Empress. You maintain your composure even though you're a prisoner."Xianna glanced at him and said with a composed expression, "It's no use, Walagnus. I have no idea how you were able to disregard Sangria's Curse, but I am sure that you're not the fated one. Only the fated one is capable of obtaining Sangria’s providence. Sangr
“A penny for your thoughts?”A voice came and interrupted Walagnus' thoughts. He collected himself and lifted his head. A gorgeous woman was walking toward him. She walked into the hall, sat on his thighs, and leaped into his embrace.Walagnus spread his arms to embrace her, saying, "I heard from Empress Xianna that Sangria has an Imperial Jade Seal. However, the seal is long lost. The same goes for the Crepe Myrtle Divine Sword possessed by the Sword Pavilion."Yanina nodded slightly and said, " I know nothing about the Imperial Jade Seal, but I’ve heard about the Crepe Myrtle Divine Sword. The Sword Pavilion once had a divine sword, but according to the records of ancient texts, the pavilion was wiped off the map once. Ever since then, the divine sword was nowhere to be seen. No one knows who currently has the sword."Walagnus asked, "Are the Crepe Myrtle Divine Sword and the Imperial Jade Seal keys to opening the Sword Pavilion's seal?"Yanina shook her head and said, "I don'
After corroborating the Sword Master's claims, Walagnus turned to leave and returned to Yanina Peak to discuss with Yanina their next course of action."Walagnus, Sangria is being attacked by Korinth's forces. If this continues, Sangria will be annihilated in another few years. Once Sangria falls, it’ll be extremely detrimental to your search for the Imperial Jade Seal and the Crepe Myrtle Divine Sword."Yanina was filled with consternation.Meanwhile, Walagnus asked nonchalantly, "What's your plan, then?"Yanina seemed to be somewhat afraid of Walagnus. She said cautiously, "I think we should first stabilize Sangria before searching for the Imperial Jade Seal and the Crepe Myrtle Divine Sword. Since the Empress of Sangria has been imprisoned, our priority should be to choose someone else to take the helm."Walagnus glanced at her and asked coldly, "Aren't you a little too desperate to become the Empress?"Yanina hurriedly said, "Walagnus, I have no interest whatsoever in being t
With the decree in hand, Walganus left the dungeon and went looking for James.When he saw Walganus, James asked, "What's wrong, Walagnus? Is something the matter?" Wearing a grim expression, Walagnus said, "I just received news that Empress Xianna and the Crepe Myrtle Sword Master have left.""Left?" James asked, puzzled, "Where did they go?"Walagnus replied, "Empress Xianna has left a message behind stating she has learned that to obtain the swordsmanship inheritance of the Crepe Myrtle Sword Pavilion, we first need to obtain two items—the Crepe Myrtle Divine Sword and Sangria's Imperial Jade Seal. However, since these two items are long lost, they went out in search of them.""Really?" James was doubtful."Here, have a look."Walganus took out the decree issued by Xianna. James accepted the scroll and opened it. At that moment, the characters on the scroll came to life and slowly materialized to form a figure.It was Xianna.Standing before James, Xianna spoke in a melo
Then, the two left the Crepe Myrtle Sword Pavilion. As for the Crepe Myrtle Sword Pavilion's affairs, Walganus had arranged for Yanina to deal with them herself. Since she was a Sect Elder, she could become the new Sword Master with ease. Soon, they arrived at the Imperial Capital of Sangria. The Korinthian army was attacking Macchia City, so many cultivators within the borders of Sangria joined the army. Meanwhile, the weaker ones had fled the nation for fear of being dragged into the conflict. As such, the Imperial Capital no longer had its previous splendor. The city gates were shut, and fully-armed soldiers were patrolling the city walls. The streets were empty, and some shops were completely closed down. The entire Imperial Capital was desolate and worlds apart from when James visited the last time. The two headed toward the palace. Upon arriving at the palace gates, their paths were blocked. “You are forbidden from trespassing into the palace!” A few female guar
After James became Sangria's Emperor, he left the Imperial Capital alongside Walganus and hurriedly headed toward Wacchia City.Along the way, they passed by many cities. These were once bustling cities, where the streets were full of stunning beauties. Now, due to the war, they had become desolate. The streets were empty, and only a handful of people could be seen walking about.Upon seeing this, James sighed. "Such a magnificent country… Due to the war, however, most of the population has fled."Walagnus patted James' shoulder and comforted him, saying, "Everything's going to be alright. This matter will soon be resolved. Once Korinth surrenders and retreats, the cultivators who have left Sangria will return.""Let's make haste."James did not linger in this desolate city. He catalyzed True Essence and flew full speed ahead.After flying for a few days straight, they finally arrived at Macchia City.Macchia City was a Sangrian city situated near the border. Though it was not a
Although there were many people inside the city, no one spoke a word. A deathly silence filled the air. Soon, they arrived at the City Lord's Mansion.In the foyer, a dozen generals were kneeling. All of them possessed immense strength, having already reached the Tribulation Rank. However, they had yet to become Sages.James sat in the main seat and waved his hand slightly, saying, "At ease.""Thank you, Your Majesty."Everyone stood.James asked again, "What's the situation now?*The female general stepped forward and said, "Your Majesty, the Korinthian forces have retreated from Sangria's borders. Based on our scouts' intelligence, they have retreated to Yoruba Valley and are now garrisoned in a forest there."James asked, "How's the battle situation?""Your Majesty, the Korinthian forces have been assembling and attacking Macchia City not too long ago. Our forces that are entrenched inside the city defended every inch of our territory valiantly and engaged in several round
James could not see through Walganus' strength. This could only mean two things. One, Walganus' cultivation base had reached such heights that even he could not see through. Two, Walagnus had cultivated some sort of cultivation method to conceal his cultivation base.Walganus smiled and said, “I'm just average, I guess. I'm barely at the Sage Rank's Fourth Stage."“Not bad. That's good enough.” James nodded slightly.Such strength was already considered terrifying on Earth. Even on Plant Galileo, he was considered one of the top-notch fighters.Walganus asked, “What do you plan to do, James? Do you intend to fight against Korinth to the bitter end? I don't think it'll work. More people would simply die in vain.”James was in a bind. What other option did he have?After some contemplation, an idea flashed through his mind.“I know a certain Formation that allows the Sangrian army to summon immense power. However, learning this Formation takes time. For the time being, the Sangria
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