The restructuring of the five military regions was a major incident.All key personnel of the five military regions were required to attend.This was supposed to be an internal matter not privy to the public.However, since the Blithe King was taking over as the commander-in-chief of the five military regions, they made an exception. Some seats were made available to the public.There were numbers printed on the invitations. Each number corresponded with a seat at the venue.As soon as they heard that they could enter, everyone consciously made way for Lex.As he was a special guest, his seat would be at the forefront where the commanders of the other military regions would be. A man of his stature should take the lead.What was going on?Lex was slightly confused.“Why are you still standing around, old mate? Go on!”Lex recomposed himself as a voice called out to him.What’s going on? Should I be going in first?After pausing for a few seconds, he burst out laughing. Tapp
The lieutenant had just saluted Lex, so why did he throw Lex out the next second?The Callahans stared blankly when they saw this, not knowing what to do.“How dare you fake an invitation from the Blithe King? We’ll release you since you’re a first-time offender. Otherwise, you’ll be executed,” the lieutenant said coldly.Lex ignored his aching body. He stood up pitifully and looked at Stefon. Loudly, he said, “Stefon, help me. The Western Border soldiers delivered the invitation to us in person because of you.”Stefon wanted to wash his hands clean of Lex as soon as he heard that Lex had a counterfeit invitation. Immediately, he said, “Don’t go making any accusations, Lex. What has your fake invitation got to do with me?”Lex panicked, looking around for someone else to help him. His eyes landed on Colson, walking over to him pitifully. He grabbed Colson’s hand and begged, “Colson, say something. Please help me.”Colson panicked as well.How would he know what was going on?An
Lex regretted everything deeply. He regretted putting on such a lavish display, even setting off firecrackers outside the military region. Now that the higher-ups were unhappy, he lost the opportunity to attend the succession ceremony.Just then, a horn sounded. Lex saw James approaching in a car.And there he was, worried that he would not find a punching bag!Leaning on his cane, he approached the car. He tapped his cane on the ground angrily. “You worthless b*stard! Haven’t you done enough? Leave at once!”Beep.James looked at the scowling Lex and honked the horn, asking him to get out of the way.Gladys poked her head out. “Dad, what are you doing? What happened? Why are you covered in dust? Oh yeah, James said that he can drive in. You’re not young anymore. Why don’t you hop in? We’ll take you inside.”Lex fumed at what Gladys said.She did it on purpose, knowing that Lex would never believe what she said. As he was egoistic, he would never enter the car either.Tommy ap
There were many fully-armed soldiers and a high-ranking lieutenant at the military region’s entrance.However, all of them stood ramrod-straight, not moving a muscle.The lieutenant did not take any action. Instead, he walked off to the side and made a phone call quietly. In a hushed voice, he said, “Sir, I’ve thrown Lex Callahan out, but the Black Dragon’s car is here. The Callahans are blocking his way. They don’t seem to know James’ true identity. What should I do now?”“Just do your job. Ignore the rest.”“Yes, sir.”After speaking to the Blithe King, he continued to wait at the entrance. He did not check the invitations either.In the face of the Callahans’ insults, James was speechless. ‘What is it to you if I drive in?’He wound down the window and craned his head out, looking at the scowling Callahans. Some of them had even climbed onto the bonnet. In a resigned tone, he said, “Hey, what are you doing? Just because you can’t get in doesn’t mean that I can’t get in. Where
James drove into the military region with several witnesses watching him.The Callahans were full of regret.They mocked and humiliated him earlier on, but James had gained access in the blink of an eye. More importantly, the lieutenant was respectful to him.Was James important?As James drove into the military region, he looked at Thea, grinning. “I didn’t lie, did I?”“Jamie, be honest. Who are you, really?” Thea stared at James.Her suspicions about him started to resurface again.After getting to know James, she had experienced several incredible incidents.The first was when James healed all her injuries.Then, there was the time when Alex Yates dealt with her personally.After that, The Gourmand’s owner, Bryan Grayson, gifted her with a diamond member card.What happened today was another example.It was all too unbelievable!James explained, “I was a soldier for ten years before I retired, so it’s perfectly normal that I know some generals. Furthermore, I’ve told y
It was dead silent at the entrance of the military region. Nobody dared utter a word.Just then, a horn sounded. Everyone turned to look.Everyone’s expression changed again!Why were they leaving?The soldiers and lieutenant at the entrance straightened up and saluted.“Good day, sir!”As one, their voices were bright and resounding.Gladys wound her window down and stuck her head out again. Poorly-concealed excitement and pride were written all over her face.As the car approached, the moguls queueing up parted and gave way.Gladys even craned her head and waved to the soldiers on either side. “Good job, boys. Good job!”With her mannerisms, she resembled an officer.The car exited the military region.It stopped in front of the Callahans, who were still at the entrance. Gladys opened the door and stepped out of the car.She held her head high, glowing with pride.Beaming brilliantly, she said, “Dad, let’s go home. I’ve seen what’s in there. There’s nothing special to s
James did not expect that he would one day end up obeying someone else’s command.However, he felt like whatever Gladys was doing was cathartic, even for him.He drove into the military region once more.He went in and came out, repeating the cycle a few times.The Callahans turned pale, their anger written all over their faces.The other moguls enjoyed the show.Daniel looked resigned.James was the Black Dragon. Why was he behaving like a nobody who had never been exposed to anything? How embarrassing would it be if word about his actions got back to the Capital?However, James felt great.His days now were free and easy.James exited again. Just as he was about to enter, Thea stopped him. “Jamie, that’s enough. You’re interrupting the invitation verification process.”James turned around to look at Gladys. He asked, “Are you satisfied yet, mom?”“Haha. Yes, absolutely!” Gladys was grinning from ear to ear.That felt good!It was the proudest she had felt in years.All
James nodded, saying, “Setting up a clinic is easy. However, I think we should wait. I heard that the Trade City Center would be looking for foreign investors. We can set up a clinic there.”Smack!Gladys smacked him on the head. “Do you know what sort of place the Trade City Center is? It’s an upscale place designed to be the nation’s busiest financial center. Are you crazy? How are we supposed to set up a clinic there? The rental fee would be sky-high, not to mention all the expenses.”James touched his head nonchalantly.Rent?He was going to purchase the entire trade center. If he decided to set up a clinic there, who would demand rent from him?However, he smartly kept his mouth shut.If he told them that he would purchase the trade center, they would think him a fool.As soon as David heard that Gladys was going to fund James’ clinic, he panicked. Immediately, he said, “Mom, you can’t do this. You’ll lose everything if you invest in this piece of trash. You promised me a
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