After getting the Crepe Myrtle Divine Sword, the three quickly left the island and returned to the sea region.The Blademaster of Mount Grinch never left and waited at sea for their return.Seeing James and the others return, he sighed in relief.The Blademaster of Mount Grinch looked at James and the other two and asked anxiously, “How did it go? Did you guys find the Crepe Myrtle Divine Sword?”With a thought, the Crepe Myrtle Divine Sword that James had stored in the Celestial Abode appeared in his hand.The Blademaster of Mount Grinch looked at the purple Divine Sword in James’ hand and sensed the powerful power coming from it. His jaw dropped wide open, and he exclaimed, “I can feel its potent strength!”Walganus beside him explained, “If I’m not wrong, the Crepe Myrtle Divine Sword used to be the Ancestral Sword Master’s weapon. It’s a weapon that surpasses even Imperial Weapons. Even an ordinary person could kill a Sage with this sword.”James nodded and said, “True, but
Sophie sat on a rock on the mountaintop.She wore a long purple dress today, and her long black hair swayed in the breeze.She looked into the distance, and her beautiful face showed a hint of sadness.James walked over and called out to her, “Ms. Sophie.”Sophie returned to her senses, stood up abruptly, and turned to James. She asked, “What are you doing here?”James said, “I’ve already obtained the Crepe Myrtle Divine Sword. All that’s left is Sangria’s Imperial Jade Seal. I came to ask you to help me locate it.”Sophie nodded and said, “Alright. I’ll help you locate it now.”She immediately sat in a lotus position. She raised her slender hand, and magical scripts appeared from her palm. The scripts gathered in front of her and formed a formation.The scripts were very profound, and the formation was very mysterious.At James’ current cultivation rank, it was impossible for him to read or comprehend them.Sophie performed the deduction for about half an hour before finally
James nodded and said, “Yeah. I’ve located Sangria’s Imperial Jade Seal.”“Where is it?” asked Walganus.Yanina could not help but cast a suspicious look at James. It had only just been a short while, but Jame had already obtained information about Sangia’s Imperial Jade Seal. Moreover, James had never left the battleship, so where did he get the information from?James said, “Actually, I only have a clue about its whereabouts.”“Alright. Cut to the chase.” Walganus was getting impatient.James said, “Sangria’s Imperial Jade Seal is in the Barren Wasteland.”Yanina exclaimed, “The Barren Wasteland?”James turned to her and asked, “What’s wrong? Do you know about the Barren Wasteland?”“Of course!” Yanina took a deep breath and said, “The Barren Wasteland is a forbidden area of Galileo. It’s an area that has existed since ancient times. It’s rumored that there aren't any plants or living beings in that region. There’s nothing but dead silence as it’s completely desolate. There
“Alright, then.”Yanina reminded, “Be careful, alright?”After a brief discussion, they went their separate ways and returned to their own rooms.The airship remained on its course.In the blink of an eye, six months passed. The airship had left the high seas and was now heading in the direction of Sangria.As Yanina did not wish to risk her life, she decided against continuing on the journey. Hence, she hopped off the airship halfway before they reached their destination.The Blademaster of Mount Grinch who was controlling the steering wheel steered the airship forward in the direction of Korinth as they had to traverse Korinth to reach the Barren Wasteland.Soon, the airship was in the skies of Korinth. After traversing the country, they headed in the direction of the Barren Wasteland.Another six months passed.Six months later, the airship arrived at a desolate area. The airship stopped. On the deck stood three people—an elderly man and two youngsters.The Blademaster o
Walganus only knew that this was the power of the curse. As for whether there was a human or some sort of living being here practicing Curse Magic, he could not be sure.James had encountered Curse Magic before. To his understanding, Curse Magic was merely a bizarre Supernatural Power that possessed immense power. Apart from that, he did not know much about Curse Magic. However, he was well aware that the Curse Magic he encountered was only superficial and elementary. In fact, even the Curse Magic practiced by the most powerful figures of the Demon Race was incomplete. In truth, the real Curse Magic was very terrifying.“Let’s head deeper into the Barren Wasteland,” James said.The three pressed on.After some time, the Blademaster suddenly felt a sense of discomfort coming from within his body. He stopped and gasped for air. “I-I can’t go on…”James looked at him and asked, “What’s wrong?”The Blademaster said, “I can sense a power suppressing me. I’m feeling a sense of discomfo
“I see.” Realization dawned on James’ face.Shaken, the Blademaster said, “The curse’s power is immensely malicious. Even I stand no chance against it. I’m afraid I cannot continue any further. I’ll leave everything to you two. I’m turning back now.”Fearful for his life, the Blademaster wanted to turn back.James nodded and said, “Mhm, this place is filled with evil. You should leave.”“I’ll be waiting outside.” Saying that, the Blademaster stood up and hurriedly fled.James and Walganus looked at one another.James asked, “I’m able to disregard the curse’s power here because I possess a Demonic Body. But, why aren’t you affected as well?”Walganus smiled faintly and said, “I’m no ordinary man. I was able to appear on Planet Galileo despite the seal on the planet. What can a mere curse do to me?”“True that.”James nodded.Since Walganus was full of secrets, James was not surprised that he was also able to disregard the curse’s power.He did not question him further.The t
James and Walganus continued to venture deep into the abandoned and desolate city. The city was huge, and although its buildings had collapsed, it was evident that it had once been a prosperous city a long time ago. The city was now eerily silent, and no sound could be heard.Clack! Clack! Clack!As they walked the streets, their footsteps broke the silence of the desolate city.“Hee hee hee…”At that moment, a peal of gloomy laughter echoed throughout the city. The two looked around at the same time, trying to locate the source of the sound. However, the sound seemed to be coming from all directions. The laughter was eerie and sinister, resembling a baby’s laughter and an elderly person’s low chuckle at the same time.“This is creepy alright.” Furrowing his eyebrows, Walganus reminded James, “Be on your guard. I have a feeling that this city’s inhabited.”James sensed his surroundings. However, there were no signs of life at all.“I agree.” James nodded.Then, he scanned his s
The moment they opened the door, a shadow came charging toward them.Walganus hurriedly raised his arms to block the shadow’s attack, and their palms collided.Before James could react, he felt a powerful force sending him flying out of the City Lord’s Mansion. Then, Walganus was sent flying as well. When he rushed into the City Lord’s Mansion once more, the shadow had already disappeared.James froze, stunned by Walganus’ strength. To his understanding, Walganus was only at the early stages of the Sage Rank. However, the strength he demonstrated was far greater. The battle wave generated when their palms collided sent James flying and caused the Blood Energy inside his body to churn. Walganus’ strength was far greater than what James initially expected.After freezing momentarily, James charged in as well.Upon entering, he saw Walganus standing there, scanning his surroundings.James asked, “What just happened?”Wearing a grim expression, Walganus shook his head and said, “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