Inside James’ residence at the Supremusseum, James looked at relaxed Lemuel and continuously persuaded him.“Lemuel, the Supremusse Lotus is a very rare treasure. It contains a lot of mysteries. From what I know, there aren’t many herbs in all planes comparable to the Supremusse Lotus. You’re at the Holy Celestial Rank’s early stage, right? Don’t you want to make a breakthrough and enter the middle stage?”James began his non-stop presentation about the Supremusse Lotus’s benefits, trying to get Lemuel to seize the Supremusse Lotus.After Lemuel obtained the Supremusse Lotus, he would convince him to share it. It would save him a lot of hard work in his cultivation if he could get half of the Supremusse Lotus.The Supremusse Lotus was of high quality, and ordinary Empyrean herbs could not even come close.Lemuel chuckled and said, “You brat. Stop trying to make me steal the Supremusse Lotus. The Supremusseum is a powerful force and isn’t easy to mess with. I don’t want to get mys
Thea was unsure whether her request to snatch the Supremusse Lotus would be acceptable. “You want me to snatch the Supremusse Lotus?” Yuvin’s brows furrowed.Yuvin said solemnly, “Princess, the Supremusseum is one of the ten major forces in the Central Plane. Although they don’t have a powerhouse at the Holy Celestial Rank, they still have several powerhouses at the peak of the Martial Celestial Rank. It will not be easy to steal the Supremusse Lotus and leave so easily.”Thea looked at him pleadingly and asked, “Could you please help me this one time?”Seeing Thea’s pitiful expression, Yuvin sighed and compromised. “Fine, I’ll help you this once. However, you can’t stay with me while I take action. I’ll do it alone. After I escape, I’ll come meet up with you.”Thea’s face lit up. She nodded and said, “Thank you, Yuvin.”Yuvin sighed and said, “I don’t know what kind of charms that guy has to deserve your unwavering love.”Thea looked into the universe ahead, not wanting to rep
James was confident. As long as nobody prevented him from entering the forbidden area, he could easily bypass and take away the treasures he had stored in his previous life. With James’ persistence, Lemuel finally agreed to help lure away the guards outside the formation.Lemuel asked, “So when do we act?”After James thought for a while and said, “We shouldn’t rush it. Let’s wait until more than more people enter the Supremusseum. If there’s only a few people, there’s a higher chance of us getting exposed.”Lemuel nodded gently. Afterward, they waited patiently in the Supremusseum. Thirty thousand years passed in the blink of an eye.During these 30,000 years, James had not been idle. Instead, he had been cultivating in the time formation. He still had a few Empyrean herbs on hand and raised his cultivation rank to the Sovereign Third Rank’s middle stage. Although it had only improved a little, his progress was considered impressive.The Supremusse Lotus was about to bloom
“Even Sir Quirijn can’t recreate the scene here? Who the hell broke into our forbidden area?”“The intruder didn’t cause any fluctuations in the formation, so I doubt he made it into the forbidden area.”“The Supremusseum’s founder set up this formation. Ordinary cultivators aren’t capable of breaking through it.”The Supremusseum’s powerhouses began to discuss.“Who was it? Did you see the intruder’s face?” Quirijn asked with a grim expression.The guard at the Martial Celestial Rank’s early stage replied truthfully, “The intruder was wearing a mask. I couldn’t see his face. He was incredibly fast. After I noticed him, I immediately chased after him but still lost track of his aura almost instantly.Quirijn frowned, thinking about the possible identity of the intruder. Unfortunately, he could not break the formation and enter the forbidden area to verify whether someone had intruded. Moreover, he had no idea what was hidden within the forbidden area.He ordered sternly, “Keep
Many things about the Dark World were recorded in the Dark Secret. Even Lemuel, who had reached the Holy Celestial Rank, was unaware of these things. Although he had great strength, he had never ventured into the Dark World. Thus, he never had the chance to come in contact with the Primevals.James never expected the Dark World to have so many secrets. He read the entire book and learned the Illus was a treasure left behind by a powerful Primeval called the Glaciem Race.The Illus was a magical item formed inside the Dark World. The Four Ancient Races wanted to seize it for themselves. Eventually, they joined forces and wiped out the Glaciem Race. However, they failed to obtain the Illus, and it disappeared along with the destruction of the Glacies.The ancient book did not have detailed information about the Illus, but it mentioned clues about it were scattered in the Glacies’ ruins.Lemuel asked, “Who else has read this book, James?”James thought about it and replied, “Back the
Yuvin did not agree to Thea’s request. To him and the Mevryees, James was insignificant. More still, Thea was also just a disposable asset to the Mevryees. Thus, he couldn't agree to her request.Thea felt helpless. She frowned, thinking about what to do. She had to prevent James from looking for Illus. Otherwise, he would have to confront the Mevryees’ powerhouses and would die.James and Lemuel finished reading the ancient book. Although the book mentioned the Four Ancient Races, it did not mention their strength. Therefore, neither James nor Lemuel were aware of how strong they were. Despite that, they could tell the Ancient Four Races were powerful. They had existed way before planes had even formed and had lived for so long. It was only natural for them to overpower the planes’ powerhouses.James looked at Lemuel and asked smilingly, “What do you think? Do you want to venture into the Dark World’s depths and meet the Primevals and the Four Ancient Races?”Lemuel replied with a
“Amazing.”“The Supremusse Lotus is a rare treasure. I heard the Supremusseum’s founder acquired the Supremusse Lotus from a forbidden area in the Dark World. When he brought it back, only its roots were left. He used the Genesis Power of countless planes to nourish and revitalize it.”“Yeap, that’s right.”“The air here contains the Genesis Powers of countless planes. The Supremusseum’s founder personally set up the formation here, which continuously provides the Supremusse Lotus with energy.”“Whenever the Supremusse Lotus blooms, the Supremusseum would only harvest the flower and won’t damage its roots.”…Many discussions about the Supremusse Lotus broke out. Even the Supremusse Lotus’ origin was shared.James also stood amongst the crowd. He looked at the Supremusse Lotus with furrowed brows. His initial plan was to uproot the Supremusse Lotus since it was the Supremusseum’s core.It would benefit him greatly to uproot the Supremusse Lotus. However, Lemuel had refused to h
“Haha.” Yuvin chuckled, and then he instantly shattered the spectral palm with a snap of his fingers.“I came here for the Supremusse Lotus and didn’t want to kill anybody. Irrelevant people should leave immediately to avoid losing their lives. I’ve already given a warning, so don’t blame me if you die.”Yuvin’s voice echoed throughout the area.“He’s quite strong.”“The person who attacked him was one of the Supremusseum elders, who is at the late stage of the Martial Celestial Rank. He had struck with full force, but his attack was neutralized so easily.”Many powerhouses were startled by the sight.James was also flabbergasted. He was about to try to persuade Lemuel once again, but another powerhouse suddenly showed up to snatch the Supremusse Lotus.Lemuel had a solemn expression. He had seen almost all the powerhouses throughout all the planes. Even if he had never met them before, he knew about their existence. However, the intruder before him was an unfamiliar face.All
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