James did not try to press King Marciais for more details since the latter was practically clueless about the Orstellen Realm just like anyone else. The next day, countless cultivators arrived and gathered outside the Orstellen Sect since dawn. Most of them were famous, superior cultivators who came from various places in the ten districts. It was the day the Orstellen Sect had promised to open their doors to the visitors. Whoosh! A ball of white light materialized in the air above the entrance to the Orstellen Sectʼs base. A few seconds later, a ravishing lady in a white dress stepped out of the light. It was Yarona. Yarona levitated in mid-air and took a glance at the crowd waiting before the entrance. She announced, “To our fellow visitors, welcome to the Orstellen Sect! You may enter our territory shortly after this. Please head to the location stated in your invites as those are the temporary accommodation during your stay here. Those without an invite can head to Mount
A cold light glinted in Theaʼs eyes as she listened to Jamesʼ words. She continued to stare at him with barely unveiled contempt. James could sense the murderous air radiating from Thea. He stopped fooling around at once. Then, he tried to explain in the most proper and sincere way, “I am the real James Caden. I suffered critical injuries during the battle with Mekaisto. Fortunately, my soul fused with the Endlos Light, and I managed to survive that way.” “When my soul reawakened eventually, I obtained enlightenment from the Endlos Light and learned about the Koloretsua Stoneʼs existence. After that, I searched for the Koloretsua Stone and fused with it, which resulted in my resurrection. The Orstellen Sect was a hidden sect that worked on protecting the Koloretsua Stone.” James told them everything that had happened back then. Still, it was evident that Thea was not convinced in the slightest. She had no doubt that the man was just spouting lies at that point. James shrugged
Sienna was meditating in a seated position on the ground. Upon hearing James’ voice, she got to her feet at once. As she took in the familiar face before her, Sienna reflexively smiled and greeted the man, “James…” Just then, the smile on her face froze. Sienna even took a few steps backward. She remembered how Saint Zuriel was impersonating James. “Long time no see.” James beamed warmly at her. “Go away!” Sienna said in a harsh tone. “Okay!” James seemed unaffected as he broadened his smile and treaded away. “Maxine, how have you been?” James teleported and reemerged next to Maxine. Maxine cast a glance in James’ direction. Then, she resumed her meditation without giving James any more response. He lightly scratched his nose and turned around to leave. “Quin, long time no see! I’ve missed you so much.” James detected Quincyʼs location and teleported somewhere nearby. Quincy was Theaʼs friend, and she even helped James with the management of the Wyrmsteadʼs admi
Numerous excellent, superb cultivators from across the ten districts had traveled to the Orstellen Sectʼs base to attend the event. The Orstellen Convention was probably the biggest event that was ever held in the history of all ten districts. Everyone gathered in the square located just outside the Orstellen Sectʼs main hall on that day. The members of the Orstellen Sect were seen standing in a cluster near the entrance of the main hall. Amongst them, the leader of the Orstellen Sect, Cray Fiadh, was a seasoned cultivator who possessed exceptional, insurmountable powers. Even King Marciais had expressed his respect for his leader. King Marciais and James were there as well. James continued to appear in public places with his real appearance instead of using Saint Zurielʼs appearance. “Welcome, fellow cultivators.” Cray took a few steps forward. His voice resounded through the square. “We have invited all of you to the Orstellen Sect since we are about to unlock the Orstellen R
In a flash, thousands of cultivators had entered the Orstellen Realm. “Are you coming, Zavis?” James looked at King Marciais and asked. King Marciais heaved a small sigh. “I wish I get to see what’s inside the Orstellen Realm with my own eyes too. Unfortunately, Lady Tehila had specified that members of the Orstellen Sect were not allowed to go into the Orstellen Realm before she left.” “Doesnʼt that mean that I canʼt enter the realm too?!” James furrowed his brows. “Haha!” King Marciais laughed. “That rule only applies to old members. Those who have joined the Orstellen Sect after Lady Tehila left are not bound by it.” James was extremely relieved to hear that. King Marciais continued, “Good luck with exploring the Orstellen Realm.” James gave a slight nod. Then, he sat on the ground and conjured a soul form from his body. His soul form shot toward the image in the sky the next instant. James entered the Orstellen Realm and arrived somewhere that seemed like a highland
The cultivators began to travel to the edge of the formation in the direction where they had spotted the dark auras. As they reached the formationʼs barrier, they noticed that the barrier ended just beyond an impressively large city. The city, which was akin to a district, had a size greater than any of the ten districts in the outside world. Curiously, the city was completely surrounded by thick, high walls. James materialized at a spot on those high walls and gazed into the distance. He could see clouds of dark mists moving toward the city. Countless monsters were hidden amid the black, unsettling mist. A frown drew his brows together. James could tell that those monsters were not the same as those he had encountered before. These monsters were emanating menacing auras that were far more powerful and superior. Those monsters started attacking the city walls in full force. Fortunately, the formation cast around the walls seemed to be holding up fairly well at the moment. H
James beamed broadly at her. “Hi, Thea.” Everyone was looking at James with cold, unfriendly gazes. “Regardless of whether he is impersonating James or not, we can probably use his help.” Xrival suggested another approach to their current situation, “He’s the Orstellen Sectʼs saint. He should know a thing or two about the Orstellen Realm. He’ll come in handy at some point.” James quickly said, “I donʼt know much about the Orstellen Realm! They only appointed me as the saint because I was resurrected through the Koloretsua Stone. I probably won’t be of any help, but I am the real James!” Thea merely rolled her eyes upon hearing his words. James directed his gaze in Zellaʼs direction. Then, he asked smilingly, “Zella, do you have any clues as to what we can do now?” Zella shook her head. “I lost my ability as a prophet a long time ago. I canʼt see what will happen in the future now.” “I might be able to help you recover your powers,” James replied. “Can you do that?” Zell
Zella was born with her prophetic powers. She had lost the power when she tried to help James previously. One would have to suffer the terrifying consequences of karmaʼs powers if they wanted to recover lost powers like Zellaʼs. However, James had no such concerns at his level of skills and cultivation. Upon hearing James’ request, Zella shut her eyes and fell silent. A short while later, she opened her eyes again. “Did you see anything?” James asked right away. Zella responded, “The situation is a little complicated right now. We have a large number of cultivators from the outside world entering the realm. Also, there are other beings that exist in the Orstellen Realm.” “Just tell us what we should be aware of,” James said. Zella explained, “We are facing both internal and external problems. Some beings have begun to appear in the Orstellen Realm. These beings do not welcome invaders like us, and they may become an obstacle in our efforts to eradicate the Extraterrestria
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