James whispered a few words to Walganus and Yanina.Their faces immediately lit up with joy.Walganus nodded and said, “Yeah! That’ll definitely work!”James stood up and walked toward the man in the golden robe nearby. He clasped his hands and said, “My name is James Caden. Many years ago, a cultivator entered the Seafolk’s territory and learned unrivaled swordsmanship from the Seafolk. Since I’m also a swordsman, I came to challenge the Seafolk after learning about the spectacular swordsmanship the Sealfolk possess.”Hearing this, the man in the golden robe stood up and sneered. “You want to challenge the Seafolk?”James answered him seriously, “Yes.”“... And you’re planning on doing so with your current strength?”The man in the golden robes analyzed James’ strength. James did not conceal his energy, allowing the man to discern his cultivation rank. The man deduced that James was only at the Tribulation Rank’s Third Stage and found out he had not even reached the Sage Rank y
Sheldon gripped his sword’s sheath and slowly drew his sword which released powerful Sword Energy. His weapon was not an ordinary sword. As the sharp blade slid out of the sheath, its blade glimmered with bright and potent energy.He pointed his sword at James and said with a mocking smile, “Your name is James Caden, right? Remember my name. I’m Sheldon Hughes and I’m a disciple of the Seafolk’s Blade Sect.”James did not know much about the Seafolk nor what kind of existence was the Blade Sect.However, he could tell Sheldon was very skilled in swordsmanship.As soon as Sheldon unsheathed his long sword, his aura instantly changed.The energy emanating from his body flared aggressively like a barely contained beast.“The swordsmanship you practice is very dangerous, Sheldon.”After sensing his opponent’s aura, James could not help but remind him, “I suggest you stop practicing it, or you might lose control.”“Haha!” Sheldon laughed.“Who do you think you are? You aren’t eve
James looked at him disappointedly and turned to leave the arena. He walked over to Walganus and Yanina, saying, “Let’s go. The Seafolk’s swordsmanship is nothing but trash. It wasn’t worth traveling all the way here to challenge them.”Although James did not exclaim loudly, it was just loud enough for everyone present to hear him.Sheldon stood speechless in the arena, insulted by his overwhelming defeat.He was a prodigy of the Seafolk’s Blade Sect.Not only was he talented in swordsmanship, but he even mastered the Blade Sect’s most difficult technique. However, he made a mistake because of his bad temper and was punished to preserve the order in a suburban city.James’ words were like a sharp knife cutting through his heart.He was willing to take the insult if it was only directed at him, but could not allow just anyone to insult his sect.Sheldon appeared before James in a flash and blocked James’ path with his sword.“What’s wrong? Can’t accept your defeat?”James looke
At that moment, Sheldon was struck speechless.He could not believe he would lose in a battle of swordsmanship against James. Moreover, he was utterly defeated and barely had a chance to retaliate.“I-I lost.”“So does that mean your sect’s swordmanship can’t live up to its renown?” James smiled faintly.Sheldon roared, “No! I lost because I haven’t completely mastered the sword techniques. It has nothing to do with my sect’s teachings. The Blade Sect’s swordsmanship is unparalleled and is the best in this world!”“Is that so?” James looked at him doubtfully.“I heard you’re the Blade Sect’s prodigy. If someone like you is so lousy, how strong can the Blade Sect’s swordsmanship actually be?”James looked at him contemptuously.Then, he turned around and walked away from the arena.At that moment, the Blade Sect’s Leader, the City Lord, and some of the city’s powerhouses stood outside the arena.The City Lord’s face darkened, and he said, “This brat sure is arrogant. I’ll beat
“What’s so funny?”The Blade Sect’s Elder was baffled by James’ sudden laughter.“Nothing.”James calmed down and said earnestly, “I just think it’s a great honor to compete with a great swordsman like you. After you, Sir.”James made a gesture toward the arena.The elder headed to the arena’s center.James followed behind him.The two stood inside the arena and stared at each other.A golden light flashed in the hand of the Blade Sect’s Elder and materialized into a long, golden sword. The sword’s blade was a bright gold and glowed with a golden light.At the same time, there were mysterious scripts engraved on the blade, giving awaythe sword’s origin with a single glance.James immediately had a theory about where the sworc came from.He said, “That’s a very nice sword, Sir. I’ve seen countless weapons in the past. Yours is one of the best I’ve seen.”James began to praise the sword.The elder replied humbly, “You’re flattering me. It’s just an ordinary sword.”James gr
The Blade Sect’s Elder seemed to have read through James’ thoughts. He smiled and said, “Although we have divine objects on this island, they’re very rare, and not all living beings can consume them.“Only great prodigies and powerhouses are qualified to consume them.”“Huff.” James took a deep breath.He put away his thoughts for the time being and changed the topic, asking, “What kind of sword does the Blade Sect’s Grand Patriarch wield? I’m very interested in swords and love seeing different kinds of potent weapons.”The Blade Sect’s Elder thought awhile and said, “Our Grand Patriarch has been in seclusion for many years. I’ve only seen him once but never had the chance to see his sword. However, I read about it in some ancient books. It’s a purple Divine Sword, and I think it’s called Crepe Myrtle.”Hearing this, James heaved a sigh of relief.The Crepe Myrtle Divine Sword was indeed with the Seafolk’s Grand Patriarch.However, he had more to worry about.The Crepe Myrtle D
The Blade Sect’s Elder was shocked.James’ swordsmanship was unbelievable.Meanwhile, James smiled faintly at him.James put away the Primordial Dragon Blade and looked at the Blade Sect’s Elder, asking with a smile, “So, can I come to the Blade Sect to check out the unique swordsmanships you guys have?” The Blade Sect’s Elder snapped back to reality. He took a deep breath, looked at James, and said, “I wasn’t expecting a youngster like you to be so highly talented in swordsmanship. The only two that can measure up to your skills are our current Sect Leader and our Grand Patriarch.”The Blade Sect’s Elder had very high praises for James.He had never seen James’ sword techniques before. However, the Blade Sect’s Elder knew he did not have invincible swordsmanship.The Blade Sect’s Elder felt the only people on par with James in swordsmanship were their current Sect Leader and Grand Patriarch.“I promised to take you to the Blade Sect if I lost. You can go through the sword t
One could only go further on the road of cultivation with a stable Cultivation Heart.Meanwhile, the Sword Intent was one of the most crucial aspects of Swordsmanship.The Sword Intent and Sword Heart were linked together. The swordsman’s heart would highly affect the Sword Intent displayed.If one’s heart were full of murderous intent, then his swordsmanship would also be full of murderous intent.Meanwhile, one would display very calm Sword Intent if one’s heart was peaceful.These were the fundamentals of swordsmanship. James could only understand the most basic things in his current state.The way of swordsmanship was broad and profound. Many powerhouses spent their entire lives trying to understand the essence of it but failed to do so.James acted as if he was a master and gave Sheldon some pointers.“I’m not familiar with the swordsmanship you practice, but I’m guessing the person that created this swordsmanship is one with a nasty temper. Perhaps he might not even be hu
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