“That’s right,” the Dark Night Lord said, “I sensed their aura. This is your territory. And since I can’t find them, I can only come to you.”“I…”Sweat trickled down Hadad’s forehead as he said, “If even you can’t find them, how am I supposed to find them? Besides, there aren’t many figures in this universe that can barge into the Dark World and injure two Caelum Ancestral Gods.”“That’s none of my concern. In any case, I will give you an Epoch to find the Dark Wellspring. Should you fail, the Twelfth Universe will be invaded by the Dark Army.”The Dark Night Lord said coldly.Leaving that ruthless remark, he transformed into a ball of black mist and disappeared.As the Dark Night Lord left, Hadad’s expression turned grim. “Barging into the Dark World, injuring two Caelum Ancestral Gods, and seizing the Dark Wellspring? Who would be capable of pulling this off?”Hadad contemplated.Since the people from Mount Heavenly Path would never head into the Dark World, this must be t
Radomir listened intently. His expression remained composed and unchanging as it this matter had nothing to do with him.“Go investigate who were the ones who headed to the Dark World and seized the Dark Wellspring,” Hadad ordered.“Understood, Master.”Radomir nodded and turned to leave. Upon leaving the main hall, he vanished without a trace and returned to his accommodation to observe the Heavenly Path’s changes. Everything in this world can be investigated through the changes in the Heavenly Path. The Heavenly Path is an independent existence. Yet, he was the one who controlled the Heavenly Path. Though he had been observing the Heavenly Path’s operating rules for some time now, he could not discover any clues relating to the Dark Wellspring.He turned time backward to 100 million years ago. However, he could not find anything. So, he immediately headed to the main hall to report his findings to Hadad.In Hadad’s palace…A group of glamorous and enticing women was dancing whi
As Radomir murmured, he began putting two and two together. It was the only explanation. Perhaps there was someone who was free from the clutches of the Heavenly Path and who was capable of interfering with the Heavenly Path’s operating rules. However, if the Heavenly Path’s operating rules were forcibly interfered with, as the controller of the Heavenly Path, he should be able to sense the anomalies. So, he guessed that James must be related to this incident.“It’s time to go out and have a look.”As he stood up, he made a stretch. Then, his body gradually disintegrated into nothingness. At that moment, James had arrived in the Human Realm’s Divine Dimension. Now, he was not too far away from the Callahans. In the mountains just outside the Callahans, James stopped and gazed into the distance.Swoosh!Suddenly, light dots began to gather in front of him, forming a man in a white robe. The man was somewhat handsome-looking and exuded a charismatic aura.James stared at the man,
After Radomir left, James simply stood there and contemplated. He had no idea how Radomir knew that the Dark Wellspring was in his possession nor the reason why he alerted him to the consequences of leaking the information.“Who exactly is he?” James murmured.Then, he put those thoughts aside. Soon, he arrived at the mountain range where the Callahans were located. There were many disciples patrolling outside the Callahans. Upon seeing James, they did not welcome him warmly for they had heard many rumors recently, especially when Sienna Callahan stepped forward and put in a kind word for James at Mount Sword God. The eight daughters of the Callahans were like goddesses to the disciples here. Naturally, they were displeased that James had the assistance of Sienna.“Why are you here, James Caden? Do you wish to bring calamity to the Callahans?’ A disciple mocked him.James was magnanimous and merely said, “Go and report to your superiors that James Caden has arrived.”Swoosh!At t
“Mhm.”Thea nodded slightly.“Anyway, I’m glad that you’re back. Make yourself at home here. As for your matter, I will personally go to Mount Heavenly Path and resolve the grudge between the both of you.”Thea said. However, her expression remained ice-cold and distant.She glanced at Sienna before looking at James and said, “I can tell Sienna has a crush on you. If you choose to remain in the Callahans, I will allow her to marry you. Once you become a member of the Callahans, the grudge between you and Mount Heavenly Path will be removed.”“What are you talking about, Thea?” Sienna blushed.Even though she was a powerful figure who had cultivated for many Epochs, she could not help but blush when it came to romantic affairs. This was a natural instinct of a woman and had nothing to do with her strength.“Thea,” James blurted.He came here to search for Thea. Now, she was going to make Sienna marry him.“What is it? Are you displeased?’ Thea glanced at him and said coldly, “S
Herschel was of the opinion that James had to die. However, since his crush Thea had come personally to make a request, he could not simply turn her down. So, he came up with other plans to get rid of James. Since James’ physical strength was at the peak of the Seventh Heaven Grand Emperor Rank, he would send Grand Emperors at the peak of the Ninth Heaven to stop him. Not only that, but he would also set up terrifying Formations to annihilate James.Meanwhile, James was lost in contemplation. Herschel had made a compromise. If James could successfully reach Mount Heavenly Path, all grudges would be set aside. However, she was worried that James would fail.“Just send your disciples to block his way. There’ll be no need for Formations. If you agree, I will return to the Callahans at once and inform James about this.” After some contemplation, Thea said.Herschel contemplated.After considering the strength of the prodigies at the Ninth Heaven Grand Emperor Rank in the previous Grand
James stared blankly into space in the courtyard.Meanwhile, Thea had already gone searching for Sienna and told everything to her.Hearing this, Sienna fell silent. After some time, she asked, “Did James agree to this?”Thea shook her head slightly and said, “Not yet, but he will. This is his only way to survive.”Saying that, she glanced at Sienna.“Sienna, James is an unrivaled genius. If someone like him joins the Callahans, we will reach even greater heights. You have to convince him.”Sienna opened and shut her mouth. Then, she nodded slightly and said, “I will try.”“Mhm.”Thea then turned to leave.Sienna left her accommodation and went looking for James. Just as James was staring blankly into space in the courtyard, a knock that came on the door interrupted his thoughts. Then, he said, “Come in.”Sienna walked in and greeted him with a sweet smile, “Hey there, James.”Her voice was melodious and bewitching.James hurriedly stood up, “What brings you here, Sienna?
Thea returned to her closed-door meditation sanctuary. This was an underground basement. As she sat in a lotus position on the ground, the figure that had always been on her mind since she was young resurfaced. She was puzzled about the constant appearance of the figure. Just who exactly was he? Why would he appear in her mind? This figure was extremely similar to James’. Though she suspected James, James was simply too young.Meanwhile, she had lived for several Epochs. James was not yet born when she was born. So, this figure could not possibly be James. She had her reasons for arranging for James to remain in the Callahans. There were two objectives, in essence. One, James possessed immense potential. If he remained in the Callahans, the family would gain an additional powerful figure. Two, she wanted to get to the bottom of the figure that constantly appeared in her dreams. She wanted to wait for the figure to turn around and face her so that she could discern his appearance. If
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