Parthias’ voice rumbled like thunder, causing James’ ears to buzz. It took him a while to recollect himself.James turned around and looked at Parthias, who had already stood up.Parthias said coldly, “Wael went through great efforts to make you the Head of Tempris. Now that you’ve come in contact with the Malvada Sect, have you also been bewitched by them?”James showed no fear in the face of Verdett House’s Great Elder. He boldly questioned, “Nobody is to blame for the former Headmaster of Verde Academy. Yet, the powerhouses of the Verde Academy’s Five Houses united to destroy the Immortal Sect.”Parthias retorted, “Everybody knows that the Immortal Sect is evil. The Immortal Sect’s Leader was injured, and it was the best time to obliterate them. After the biggest problem was gone, it was much easier to deal with the smaller forces under them.”James responded, “Is that so? Were there really no selfish motives? Wasn’t it to avenge the former Headmaster of Verde Academy? Then wha
James never wanted to interfere with such trivial matters. However, Wael had entrusted Tempris House to him. In the past, he had also shown great kindness.Since Zula was a disciple from Tempris House, James wanted her to return home. He firmly believed that Wael would also support his decision. Wael even accepted Saachi, who had Demonic Energy. How could he stand his sister living outside?Wynton stood up and said, “You can deal with this alone. I don’t want to interfere. I’m also going to cultivate. Lend me the Boundless Rock. I want to use it for a while.”After speaking, Wynton left without waiting for James’ approval.Saachi was the only one who remained. She smiled brightly and said, “Since you want her to return to the Tempris Hous, I’ll accompany you.”“Alright.” James nodded.Afterward, they left Tempris House.James cast the Blithe Omniscience and arrived at the Tarbitha Sect instantly.Standing outside the mountain gate, James shouted, “It’s me, James Caden. I’ve com
“Haven’t you realized that on the surface, you’ve been restraining these powerhouses as the Malvada Sect’s Leader? However, the powerhouses of your sect have been secretly slaughtering countless living beings. As the Malvada Sect’s Leader, you’ve been contaminated with powerful Karma. Returning to Tempris House is your only way out.”Zula sighed helplessly and said, “Returning to Tempris House is easier said than done.”James reassured her, “As long as you want to come back, I’ll make it happen. As for the Malvada Sect, I agree that justice and evil will always coexist. Everyone has two sides to them. Even a righteous cultivator might harbor evil thoughts. The same goes for a corrupted cultivator. I’m sure they can return to the right path with some guidance. That’s precisely what the Verde Academy is about.”Seeing that Jams was sincere, Zula took a deep breath and said, “Alright. I’ll come back with you.”Zula had always dreamed of returning to Tempris House and her brother comin
In the eyes of the Verde Academy’s powerhouses, Zula was a corrupted cultivator, and James had been bewitched.“I don’t want to return to Tempris House anymore.”Zula was heartbroken by their reaction. Instead of returning to the Tempris House, living comfortably and leisurely in the Tarbitha Sect would be a better choice.However, James grabbed her and prevented her from leaving. Then, he said, “And what if I insist on bringing her back to the Tempris House?”Parthias said coldly, “Come to your senses, James. If you insist, then bear her karma. She has been the Malvada Sect’s Leader for many years. The Malvada Sect’s powerhouses have killed countless living beings, and she must’ve contaminated a great amount of karma. If you take it on her behalf, I’ll approve her returning to Tempris House.”James said decisively, “I’ll do it.”Zula quickly dissuaded him, “Don’t, James.”She was aware of the tremendous amount of karma she carried.As the Malvada Sect’s Leader, she had to bear
Although Waleria was furious about James’ reckless behavior, she was concerned about his safety and glanced in the direction of where James went to cultivate.Concurrently, the powerhouses of the Verde Academy were still gathered inside their main hall.The Tactir House’s Head stepped forward and said, “What should we do now, Sir Parthias? Are we really allowing Zula to return to Tempris House? I doubt she returned with good intentions. I’m worried the Verde Academy’s peace won’t last long.”The Tactir House was incredibly ambitious. They had finally weakened the strongest of the Five Houses, Tempris House. However, Tempris House gradually regained its strength, and the Tactir House’s Leader was anxious.Parthias stroked his white beard and said, “Since James has bore Zula’s karma, this matter is over. From now onward, she’s no longer the Malvada Sect’s Leader but the Zula from Tempris House.”After concluding, Parthias left the main hall.Meanwhile, James had found a quiet place
While James practiced in the time formation, ten thousand epochs passed in the outside world.James absorbed the Karma Power during these long years and reached the Terra Boundless Rank. At the same time, he had also used the Tenfold Realms Transcendent Sutra to cultivate. His achievements in the Terra Boundless Rank had reached a terrifying level. The Karma Power that had covered Tempris House’s sky had also dispersed.James sat in a lotus position in a quiet location of the back mountain. His eyes were closed, and a terrifying aura emerged from his body. He suddenly opened his eyes, and some magical scenes flashed through his eyes.He took a deep breath, stood up slowly, and stretched his body,Crack! Creak! Crack!His bones popped as he stretched.James murmured, “I improved my physical strength significantly after refining the Karma Power.“Using the Tenfold Realms Transcendent Sutra, I managed to enter the Terra Boundless Rank. I wonder if I can defeat someone at the Caelum
“James, I’ve been waiting for you. I’ve entered the Caelum Boundless Rank, and I believe I can rival any Caelum Boundless Rank cultivator. I refuse to accept my loss in our previous match. Since you’re out from seclusion, let’s have a rematch.”Wynton challenged James as soon as he appeared.“Sure.” Immediately, James stood up.He wanted to test his power. It would be great if he could have a practice partner.“Let’s have a duel at the Tempris Arena.”Then, James disappeared and appeared at the arena of the Tempris House.Wynton followed James.Meanwhile, Waleria, Saachi, Zula, and other powerhouses appeared in the audience seats outside the platform.There were disciples sparring on the platform.When James and Wynton showed up, the disciples instantly moved aside, freeing up the platform.“I-It’s Sir James and Mr. Wynton.”“Mr. Wynton entered the Caelum Boundless Rank long ago. I’ve been in the Tempris House for thousands of epochs but have yet to see Mr. Wynton fight. I f
Even without using his full strength, Wynton’s punch was considered almost invincible in the Verde District.Now, not only did James withstand Wynton’s attack with his physical body, but he also made Wynton stumble backward.Immediately, Wynton’s expression turned fiery, and his aura grew stronger.“Great. Let’s see if you can handle one more move.”Wynton attacked James again.James stood in the same spot.In an instant, he was surrounded by shadows that threw him countless punches.Even though his body was extremely strong and powerful, he could not withstand Wynton’s attack. Soon, several cracks appeared on his body, and blood seeped out.James used Path Energy to heal his injuries.At the same time, he activated the Thousand Paths Holy Body.The Greater Paths emerged from his body. With the protection of the Thousand Paths Holy Body, he allowed Wynton to attack him.Wynton’s attacks no longer harmed James.Wynton kept harnessing more and more of his strength until he wa
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