He shook his head slightly and said, “I have no idea.”“No idea?” The middle-aged man was also surprised and asked, “I overheard your conversation in the shadows. You were obviously here before. How can you not know whose tomb this is?”James replied, “Please enlighten me.”The middle-aged man glanced at the two of them and smiled, saying, “Don’t be so nervous. I mean no harm.”Despite that being sad, James remained cautious. The middle-aged man looked at the tomb ahead and continued, “This is the tomb of the Glaciem Race’s Lord.”James was aware of the Glaciem Race. He had encountered references to them in the Dark Secrets. However, he had no clear understanding of what the Glaciem Race actually was.The middle-aged man continued, “The Glaciem Race possessed a treasure called the Illus. This treasure instilled fear in the Four Ancient Races of the Dark World, and they united to annihilate the Glaciem Race. However, they failed to obtain the Illus, and it disappeared along with t
Latrusse was an excellent ally and a means for James to infiltrate the Primeval Races. With Latrusse accompanying them, he could rapidly gain knowledge about the Primeval Races and obtain the materials necessary to refine his new physical body.Latrusse was a true powerhouse, with his cultivation realm having reached the middle stage of the Holy Celestial Rank. While he was not privy to James and Lemuel’s communication, he could likely deduce that they did not fully trust him.He smiled and said, “You don’t need to worry. As I mentioned earlier, I have no interest in the Illus. I only want the Ice Sword.”James smiled and gestured, saying, “Please proceed.”Latrusse entered the tomb first, with James and Lemuel following behind. Once inside, they encountered a long passage.James’ expression turned serious as he said, “Don’t underestimate this passage. It may appear simple, but it holds many hidden traps. One slight misstep and it could be deadly.”“This is the supreme formation
Upon hearing this, Lemuel asked, “How strong was the Glaciem Race’s Lord?”Latrusse said, “He reached the peak late stage of the Holy Celestial Rank.”He then looked at the seal on the stone door ahead, furrowing his brow in deep scrutiny. Afterward, he turned to James and asked, “Forty-nine, how much do you understand about this seal?”James replied, “Back in the day, I studied it but only comprehended about ten percent of it.”Latrusse furrowed his brow and said, “This is the Ice Curse, formed from the core primitive inscriptions of the Glaciem Race. It’s incredibly profound, and beyond the Glaciem Race, other races find it nearly impossible to decipher. It appears that our journey may be in vain.”Lemuel looked at him and asked, “Aren’t you part of the Primeval Races? Don’t you understand the Glaciem Race’s primitive inscriptions?”Latrusse explained, “In the Dark World, there are many Primeval Races, and each race has its own primitive inscriptions. Each race can only compreh
Mountains, the land, and everything in this world were constructed from inscriptions. These inscriptions exuded a bone-chilling cold that made even James shiver. It was as if he had entered this world, or perhaps he had visualized it in his mind, or it could be that, in his understanding of the Glaciem Race’s primitive inscriptions, he had touched upon the ultimate Ice Curse.The Ice Curse was the highest wisdom of the Glaciem Race’s primitive inscriptions. To comprehend it, one had to thoroughly understand the Glaciem Race’s primitive inscriptions. In his previous life, James had already grasped most of the Glaciem Race’s primitive inscriptions and had about ten percent comprehension of the Ice Curse. Now, he was immersed in comprehending the Path. Lemuel and Latrusse had been waiting within the tomb for an epoch, but James had experienced a significant amount of time within the time formation. At this point, James’ body surface began to freeze. It was a peculiar type of ice, see
Latrusse continued, “In the outer planes, the Holy Celestial Rank is a legend for ordinary living beings, something passed down by the elders and recorded in ancient scrolls. Nobody has actually seen the Holy Celestial Rank. However, in the Primeval Races within the Dark World, the Holy Celestial Rank is not a legend. The legend is the Transcendental Bliss Rank.”“What is the Transcendental Bliss Rank?” Lemuel asked.Latrusse explained, “The Transcendental Bliss Rank is exactly what it sounds like, being entirely free from emotions and sentiment. It is said that reaching this realm means one no longer experiences the seven emotions and six desires that living beings possess.”“Then why pursue this realm? Even if one reaches it, what’s the point?” Lemuel responded, showing little regard for it.Latrusse said, “Leaving aside whether this realm actually exists, even if it does, there would undoubtedly be powerhouses aspiring to attain it. Who wouldn’t want to possess unrivaled power,
The Primevals in the Dark World considered themselves superior and looked down upon the living beings from outside planes. They also scorned traveling to outside planes.“I’m determined to confront these Primevals in the Dark World,” James said with a severe expression. He then asked, “Could you please share some information about the leader of the Four Ancient Races from the Dark World, the Yeftero Race?”Latrusse looked at James and asked, “The Yeftero Race? Why are you asking about them?”“Just curious.”“Brat, curiosity can be lethal. I advise you not to dig too deep.”On the side, Lemuel chimed in, “His wife is about to be taken by the Yefteros.”“Oh?” Latrusse’s interest was piqued.James wore a helpless expression as he said, “My wife is a princess of the Mevryees, and I’ve learned that the Mevryees intend to ally with the Yefteros through a marriage arrangement, which means they want to marry off my wife.”“Your wife is Thea Mabins, the princess of the Mevryee Race?” La
“Very determined. I like that,” Latrusse smiled and said, “If you’re seeking rare materials, you’ll have to go to the Tenebrae’s black market. It’s filled with rare materials that are seldom found in the outside world. The arena in the black market has even more. As long as you have the strength, it’s possible to defeat a Tenebrae.”“The arena in the black market?” James looked puzzled.Latrusse explained, “As the name suggests, it involves fighting in the battle arena. Before the fights, they verify your cultivation realm, and then they match you with living beings of corresponding realms to fight. If you win, you continue, and of course, you can challenge opponents at higher realms for even greater rewards.”Latrusse briefly described the Dark World’s black market arena.“During the fights, many big shots place bets. If you win, you’ll get all the items that were wagered.”Lemuel asked, “What if I lose?”“You die,” Latrusse answered flatly.James silently took note of the info
While the Ice Sword was a valuable treasure, it did not offer significant benefits to someone at Latrusse’s level. He needed the Ice Sword for his planned confrontation with the Flamma Race, as it was their bane.James looked at the map on the ancient scroll and then at Latrusse, asking, “What place is this?”Latrusse carefully looked at the map for a while before responding, “The map marks a restricted zone in the Dark World called the Death Triangle.”“What’s the history of the Death Triangle?” Lemuel could not help but ask.Latrusse explained, “In the Dark World, dangerous regions, regions that are unpopulated by the Primevals or can threaten Holy Celestial Rank powerhouses are called restricted zones.“I don’t know much about the Death Triangle. I’ve only looked through some records. There are rumors that it’s shaped like a triangle, hence the name. As for what it’s like inside, I have no idea. I’ve never been there, and I haven’t paid much attention to it.”After hearing thi
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