Thea beamed with a bright smile, like a little girl who had found something interesting. She jumped joyfully, and her long black hair danced in the air.James was also relieved. Now that they had located the oil lamp, his next steps would be rather simple. He had to find the oil lamp, use it to enter the Prison World, and then find the powerhouses of the Tellures, Silvae, and Metalla. Once he gathered the primitive inscriptions of the five Elemental Primevals, he would finally be able to cure Qairo.After recovering, Qairo would be at the Quasi Bliss Rank’s peak. James would have nothing to worry about with such a powerhouse accompanying him. However, he still needed to improve his cultivation rank quickly. Only by becoming stronger can he protect himself.“Honey, let’s go find the oil lamp right now. It’s moving quickly in the Dark World and will appear in a different area very soon. I’m worried I’ll lose track of it,” Thea said anxiously.“Alright.” James nodded. Then, he waved h
Zeno had been following the oil lamp through the darkness for a very long time.“Zeno?” James was slightly startled. He was not expecting to encounter Zeno in the Dark World.“Why is someone else here?” Thea frowned slightly. She had only sensed the oil lamp’s aura and did not sense anyone near the oil lamp.Zeno’s face looked evidently fatigued. He waved his hand, and a huge boulder floated over from the distance. He sat down and said, “I’ve been chasing this thing for some time. I can finally rest.”James waved his hand, and the oil lamp floated to him. He scrutinized the oil lamp and found it to be very magical, especially the wick and faint light.After analyzing the oil lamp for a while, James discovered that countless primitive inscriptions formed the light.Now that he had obtained the oil lamp, he could cultivate the primitive inscriptions of many of the Dark World’s races. However, the primitive inscriptions of the races imprisoned within the Prison World were not includ
Zeno knew everything about James’ movements in the Endlos Plane but was clueless about his adventures in the outside planes.James’ movements and achievements were hot topics in the outside planes and the Dark World. Thus, he had nothing to hide and truthfully shared his experiences after leaving the Endlos Plane. He even revealed his identity as the Supremusseum’s founder in his past life.“I visited the Heavenly Secrets Pavilion’s headquarters and met with their deputy master, Shorru Yasar. He told me their master stole the oil lamp that is used to enter the Prison World. However, he was injured and fled. The oil lamp also disappeared after that incident.”James looked at Zeno and asked, “Tell me more about Emperor Raiah.”Zeno nodded lightly and said, “Emperor Raiah used to be the Heavenly Secret Pavilion’s Master in his previous life. His name was Theron Terrell, and he was from the Tribunal Race.“The Tribunal Race was also involved in the war that happened in the Dark World.
Zeno said uncertainly, “Actually, I don’t know the details. There are many myths about the Ancestral Site. It’s a place that goes way back into history. Even though I was a disciple of the Heavenly Secrets Pavilion in my past life, I don’t have much information about it.“I only know there is a place in the Dark World where countless races were born. It was a blessed land full of opportunities. However, it was destroyed for some reason, and only a few core pieces survived.“These core pieces drifted the Dark World and formed into Progenitor Stars. However, only a handful of people who have lived a long time know about these events. I heard about them from Theron. Back then, he insisted on reincarnating on a Progenitor Star. That’s how we ended up in the Endlos Plane.”“Is Earth the Progenitor Star?” James asked with a frown.James was born on the earth, or to be more precise, it was the planet where he was reincarnated. After reaching such heights in his cultivation rank, he could
Zeno revealed that the oil lamp could lead them to Xeraiah.“However…” Zeno’s face suddenly became solemn. He explained, “Once we leave with the oil lamp, the powerhouses that used to guard it would sense it instantly. With our current strength, we won’t be able to protect the oil lamp and might even end up losing our lives if they catch us.”“Then what should we do?” James frowned.Zeno shrugged and said, “How would I know? Even Xeraiah couldn’t figure it out. If he had a good plan, he wouldn’t have left the oil lamp here.”James fell into thought, ‘I’d be able to get the Elemental Primevals’ primitive inscriptions much easier if Xeraiah came with me to the Prison World. If I don’t search for him, the powerhouses that used to guard the oil lamp won’t catch up fast enough, and I’ll be able to enter the Prison World. However, I’ll need to put in some effort to obtain the primitive inscriptions.”After contemplating for a while, James asked, “Besides using the oil lamp, is there no
The three departed and began traveling through the darkness. Zeno used the opportunity to share information about the Prison World.“The Prison World used to be part of the Ancestral Site. Most of the Ancestral Site’s core pieces were scattered and disappeared into the darkness, leaving behind a fragmented world. After the side led by the Four Ancient Races won the battle, they imprisoned the losing side in the Prison World and set up the strongest formation to ever exist around the place.”“Speaking of the battle…” James suddenly thought of something and asked, “What was the cause for it? Why were so many races involved?”“What else could it be? Of course, it was a fight over supreme strength. They wanted to reach the legendary Transcendental Bliss Rank.” Zeno sighed.“Do elaborate.” James was interested in the Dark World’s history and wanted to find out why so many races participated in the battle.Zeno explained, “The root of everything was the Ancestral Site. The Ancestral Sit
James, Thea, and Zeno shifted through the darkness. Soon, they arrived outside an ancient ruin called the Sky Tomb, which was classified as a forbidden zone.Zeno came to a stop outside the ruin. He looked ahead of them and said, “This place is called the Sky Tomb. As its name suggests, it’s a tomb of deceased powerhouses. The Prison World is located in the depths of the Sky Tomb. In today’s Dark World, hardly anyone knows about the Prison World.James’ brows furrowed. He knew about the Sky Tomb because Latrusse had given him a map of the Dark World. Thus, he had a rough idea of the locations of some places. The Sky Tomb was a well-known forbidden area, also named as one of the Ten Dangerous Regions. Even powerhouses at the Holy Celestial Rank would not easily venture into the Sky Tomb.Even Latrusse, the Taeytons’ Leader, had no idea there was a Prison World within the Sky Tomb.“Didn’t the leaders of various races come together to set up the formation? Logically speaking, there s
Suddenly, James sensed an unusual aura fluctuation in the distance. He stood up and said, “I sense a few people approaching. We can’t wait any longer. Let’s go.”James summoned the oil lamp, held Thea’s hand, and rushed toward the formation. Zeno quickly followed behind them. As they got close to the formation, a mysterious power emerged from the oil lamp and opened a gap for them to pass through. Several elderly men arrived just after the gap in the formation closed up. They scanned the surroundings, but their Zen could not penetrate the formation despite being peerless powerhouses. Even so, they could sense the lingering aura around them and were certain a few living beings were in the area before them.‘We’re too late.”“Yeah. He’s probably already entered the Prison World using the oil lamp.”“Who was it?”“The oil lamp disappeared a very long time ago. Now that it has suddenly reappeared near the prison, it could only mean the thief has recovered and entered the Prison Worl
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