James endured ten thousand strikes of Chaos Lightnings, and not an inch of his body was intact. His flesh was split apart and scorched. Even his bones were broken from the punishment.His soul had been integrated into his physical body. With his body sustaining so many injuries, his soul was also damaged. James was slowly losing consciousness and was on the brink of death.Countless powerhouses of different races were gathered around the area.Everyone watched him silently. Even though none spoke, they were shocked that a human could withstand the Chaos Lightning punishment for so long.Chaos Lightnings were considered one of the strongest punishments in the Greater Realms. Only a handful of people could endure just one strike of Chaos Lightning. Thus, they found it unbelievable that James resisted tens of thousands of strikes.“I can’t die now.”James was about to pass out. He felt like his soul was about to disappear any time soon.A strong survival instinct immediately rose
The Karma Thea had been contaminated with was weakened with every lightning strike James endured for her.Thea’s indifferent and emotionless heart slowly regained warmth.Soon, the Chaos Lightning punishment was over.James was punished in Thea’s place. At that moment, he had already lost all signs of life.His flesh was split open, and his blood had almost dry. His bones were exposed, and the terrifying marks left on them could be seen.“The punishment is over.” Hirah stood up, scanned the crowd, and said, “He has been punished in Zaire’s place. Her crimes have been forgiven.”After speaking, Hirah casually waved his hand, and a powerful force emerged. It swept toward the corpse on the pillar. The Seal Formation was dispersed, and James’ corpse plummeted from the sky.“Sigh. What a pity.”“With his potential, he would’ve become one of the strongest in the Greater Realms. Yet he willingly sacrificed himself for a woman.”“It’s a shame indeed.”Many people felt it was a pity
James bore the Chaos Lightning punishment for Thea during the Path of Heavenly Awakening’s third trial.During the punishment, he lost signs of vitality, and his soul vanished.Ultimately, Thea buried his corpse and built him a tomb.Thea was teleported out of the illusion but retained the memories of everything that had happened within it.However, the other powerhouses had their memories wiped out.The other powerhouses were also sent back to reality after Thea.Everything within the illusion had ceased to exist except James’ tomb.The tomb remained in the illusion for many years.Creak!One day, the tomb suddenly lifted open.A skeletal hand reached out from the ground, repeatedly pushing aside the soil. Shortly afterward, a complete skeleton crawled out of the tomb and sat on a rock.James was still in a groggy state.After some time, he suddenly recovered his memories. His flesh and blood also regenerated, and his body was restored.“I’m not dead yet?” James took a de
“Should I leave now?” James looked at the exit door before him.“The Path of Heavenly Awakening is a very magical place. If I were to leave now, I might miss out on great opportunities. With my current strength, I should be able to overcome the subsequent trials no matter how hard they are.”James was confident in his strength. He wanted to break through the remaining trials.In the first trial, he confronted the legendary Wynton, a prodigy who was invincible in his rank.In the second trial, he met the Human Race’s unrivaled powerhouse and also the creator of the formidable Blithe Omniscience, Yardos. He also had the opportunity to see the Boundless Master.In the third stage, he encountered Thea, who was known as Zaire, before she had become the Human Race’s matron.He was looking forward to what he would experience in the fourth trial.“Huff.” James took a deep breath.He advanced along the Path of Heavenly Awakening.What awaited him in the fourth trial was a mystery wai
In the fourth trial, countless powerhouses throughout the Greater Realms’ history would be projected into the illusion, and James would have to defeat them.James was not afraid of fighting them with his current strength. He was confident in beating them as long as they were in the same cultivation rank. Even if he had to face Wynton again, he was confident victory would be his.He looked forward to seeing what kind of powerhouses would be projected into the fourth trial. James strode forward, making his way out of the primeval forest. After leaving the forest, he sensed a powerful aura.In the distance, there was a city. A man in his thirties stood on the ancient street outside the city. He wore a yellow robe and had quite the looks. He looked into the distance with his hands behind him, seemingly observing James, who had walked out of the primeval forest. His name was Chetan Yearth, a powerful ancient figure of the Greater Realms.Chetan lived in the era before the Spac
Regardless of Chetan’s background, they were brought into the illusion as opponents. Thus, James was not going to show any mercy.He was in the Path of Heavenly Awakening’s fourth trial, where being careless would cost his list.“Hit me with your best shot.”James unleashed a powerful aura and beckoned Chetan to attack. Chetan did not hold back either and unleashed his terrifying aura.The two different auras soared into the sky and collided, causing a huge explosion.An immense force spread out to the surroundings and caused spatial rifts to form in the area.Both of them were blasted away by the force and retreated to a safe distance. James exclaimed, “He’s strong.”It was the first time James fought against a powerhouse at the peak of the Terra Acme Rank. Thus, he was not expecting Chetan’s aura to have such monstrous strength.Chetan was equally surprised at James’ strength. He suddenly stomped into the ground to redirect the force and stabilize himself.The ground split
Chetan was a powerhouse at the peak of the Terra Acme Rank. He was almost invincible in the era he was from. To his surprise, his opponent had pierced through his body instantly.He roared, “Argh!!!” Chetan unleashed a powerful energy, forcing the Death-Celestial Sword from him.James was instantly blasted away into the distance and spat out a mouthful of blood.Chetan looked down to observe the wound on his body. Then, he glared in James’ direction with a grim expression.“Now that you’ve angered me, I’ll make sure you die miserably. Nobody can get in my way of reaching the Caelum Acme Rank. I’ll get rid of everything in my way.”Although Chetan was pierced by the Death-Celestial Sword, the injury was not fatal. He mobilized powerful energy, allowing it to flow through his body and repair his wound.Chetan raised his long sword and pointed it at James in the distance.“Die!!!” he growled and swung his sword.Chetan and James were separated by a far distance.However, Che
James waved his hand casually, and the Death-Celestial Sword shot into the Sword World.The Death-Celestial Sword enlarged and turned into a giant sword. It slashed at the Sword World, and countless Sword Energies with terrifying Sword Intent burst out.The Sword World began to tremble as the Death-Celestial Sword and Sword Energies got close.Chetan raised his head and saw the Death-Celestial Sword. He urged his strength and threw out the golden long sword, which enlarged instantly.Chetan poured all his energy into the golden long sword and began to control it.The golden long sword charged at James’ attacks.Before their swords collided, their Sword Energies clashed.Everything seemed to have frozen at that moment.James, who was outside of the Sword World, exerted all his strength to control the Death-Celestial Sword. Veins bulged on his face, and he looked ferocious.Meanwhile, Chetan also poured all his strength into the golden long sword. At that moment, blood beads beg
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