James came to Mount Nothingness to raise his cultivation rank and fend off his pursuers.His cultivation rank was very low when the bounty on him was placed. This was why he struggled to fight those that came after him.He eventually improved his cultivation rank and even chased off a Sixth Heaven Grand Emperor like Zenaida.Moreover, his physical strength had improved as well. If news of this reached Mount Heavenly Path, they would definitely send stronger cultivators after him.When that happens, he would have to face Quasi Ancestral Gods.He was helpless against them at his current level.Thus, he had to improve his cultivation rank as much as possible.His next goal was to raise all his Paths to the Grand Emperor Rank.Karter nodded in satisfaction and said, “I’m curious to see if anyone in the same cultivation rank can beat you after you raise your cultivation rank to the Grand Emperor Rank’s Seventh Heaven.”It was possible James would completely overpower those in the s
“Alright.”Karter nodded, then lunged forward.He practiced pure martial arts and did not use any Path Power. Immense energy powered his every move.James countered his attack with his own fists.His current strength was comparable to the middle stage of an Illuminated Quasi Ancestral God.Although he could also reach the same rank before this, the disparity between the early and middle stages was vast.Karter restricted his cultivation rank to the peak of the Grand Emperor Rank’s Seventh Heaven. However, he could unleash the strength of a middle-stage Illuminated Quasi Ancestral God.James’ current strength was on par with his.The two fought with each other around Mount Nothingness.James did not use the Five Elements of Genesis nor did he bring out the Infinity Steles. Despite this, he was standing his ground against Karter.They fought for a very long time.However, James still failed to gain the upper hand.He resorted to summoning the Five Elements of Genesis.Karter
James defeated Karter, the former War God of Mount Nothingness. This meant he successfully passed the checkpoint.Two more powerful guardians awaited him ahead of his path.If he defeated them, he would be able to reach the gates of the Palace of Nothingness.After he enters the Palace of Nothingness and obtains the Holy Master of Nothingness’ approval, he would become the new master of Mount Nothingness.However, he still had not planned how he would enter the palace.He continued forward and kept climbing up the stairs.Swoosh!A soft light began to shine.The light slowly faded away into a woman in a white dress. The woman had long black hair, exquisite facial features, fair skin, and a radiant aura.She stood above the party and looked like an ethereal goddess from below. She radiated a charming demeanor capable of captivating all living beings.Her eyes were clear and bright.She stood with her hands behind her and looked at the group. A faint smile formed on her face.
James did not know any attacking skills that utilized Soul Power, but he felt it was still possible to defend against it. It would not be easy for the woman before him to defeat him.James was still confident.He looked at the woman with a faint smile and said, “The first guardian at the first checkpoint was the former War God of Mount Nothingness, Karter Yiorgos. May I also know your name, Ma’am?”James was curious about the woman’s identity.He knew ordinary people would not be chosen as guardians of the Palace of Nothingness. However, he had no idea who the woman could be.The woman looked at James with a playful smile and said, “I’ll tell you if you can defeat me. If you can’t withstand my attack, you’re not qualified to know my identity.”Hearing this, James stretched out his hand and beckoned her to attack, saying, “Since that’s the case, please make your move.”James had never fought with another cultivator’s soul before.Detaching one’s soul from the physical body was a
As a powerhouse of Mount Nothingness, she naturally knew about the Dark World as she had experienced the Dark Strife of the Dark World.She stared at James pensively. She never expected James to have practiced a cultivation method from the Dark World and to have cultivated a Dark Ousia.James sensed the woman’s abnormal gaze and asked, “What’s the matter, Ma’am?”The woman did not respond. With a thought, a shadowy figure emerged from her body.The figure was the woman’s soul.The soul was translucent.Her soul appeared in front of her physical body. Then, she looked at James and said, “Make your move, Young Man.”James would never choose to detach his soul from his body unless absolutely necessary. He looked at the woman in the white dress and said, “Please go ahead, Ma’am.”The woman’s soul rushed toward James at lightning speed, appearing before James instantly. Her palm was raised, and it thrust at James’ body. Her attack was swift and decisive.James knew he would be inju
However, James lacked a cultivation method to improve his Soul Power.Under normal circumstances, one’s Soul Power would be linked to one’s cultivation rank. The higher the cultivation rank, the higher the Soul Power. However, James’ soul was linked to his physical body. Thus, his Soul Power improved according to his physical strength. James’ gaze stayed on the woman as he fell into thought.Suddenly, he clasped his fists and asked, “Could you teach me how to cultivate Soul Power?”The woman was stunned momentarily. Then, she burst out laughing and said, “You’re really something. Well, sure. Since you’ve made it here, it must mean you have fate with Mount Nothingness. I don’t really want to keep guarding this place alone. I’m also hoping for someone to finally enter the Palace of Nothingness.”Overjoyed, James replied, “Thank you, Ma’am.”James casually waved his hand, and mysterious power emerged to form Time Inscriptions.The woman looked at James in shock. She could not he
James stood before a sea of flames. It was no different from normal flames. At least, James could not tell the difference.As soon as James stepped into the inferno, he felt a scorching heat sweeping toward him, penetrating into the depths of his soul.At that moment, his soul began to tremble.His soul felt the sweltering heat, and the burning sensation made him feel miserable.James wanted to leave, but he endured it.He knew it was a test to improve his Cultivation Heart and willpower.With a strong Cultivation Heart and willpower, his Soul Power would also grow.It would be beneficial to his cultivation.James took a deep breath. He endured the pain in his soul and advanced.The flames in the area were to train one’s soul. Ordinary cultivators’ physical bodies would be unharmed by the flames. However, James’ soul had been integrated into his physical body, hence trauma dealt to his soul would also result in physical injuries.In just a short moment, James’ body was rid
Lighting flashed ahead of him.Dense clouds covered the skies, and countless lightning shuttled through them.James walked over without any hesitation.Boom!As soon as he got close, lightning pierced the sky and attacked his soul.The lightning almost dispersed and destroyed James’ soul.At that moment, James felt as if he was on the brink of death.However, he endured the injuries in his soul and dragged his distraught body forward.In the sky, the woman in the white dress looked at James with a pleased expression. She nodded lightly and said, “Not bad. Now, it depends on how long you can persist.”After James broke through the sea of fire, he entered a lightning storm. Lightning kept striking down from the sky and attacking his soul.James’ face distorted from the pain he felt in his soul, and blood oozed from his eyes.However, James persisted with great willpower.Each time his soul was attacked, he relied on his strong willpower to persist. His soul would get a respit
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