Thea roared, “You’re ruthless, James! That’s your best friend’s son! Are you not afraid he will turn against you?!”James sighed. “I do this so he won’t turn against me in the future.”Thea stared at James, her anger palpable, but realization began to dawn in her eyes.In the void, the Celestial Sages and Yianni were almost entirely engulfed by black-and-white lights. Their Supernatural Powers clashed in a deadly dance.The Celestial Sages unleashed an onslaught of Sword Lights, phantom palms, fists, and countless weapons, pushing Yianni to his limits.Even so, Yianni was undeterred. His Radiant Titanform gleamed as he battled the Celestial Sages in close combat. They exchanged millions of moves in mere moments.Skynet headquarters shook under the force of their conflict. Structures crumbled, and the imprisoned Skynet creatures below were caught in the catastrophe. Those with weaker cultivation exploded on the spot, while those with more substantial cultivation barely withstood a
“From emptiness emerges energy, and from this energy, the universe is born. The turbid part becomes the earth, while the clear part becomes the sky. The sky protects all living beings, and the earth nurtures all things. The balance of yin and yang achieves Dernaturae.As these profound words resonated through the void, the enormous black and white circle formed by the fusion of the Celestial Sages began to rotate, emitting a halo of colorful flames. It was clear they had chosen self-immolation out of despair.The scene deeply moved Yaretzi and Thea, who had ventured into invincibility to collect Soul Energy Balls. Outside the Tirta Grand Formation, Truett and Xitlaly were in agony, their hearts breaking at the sight. The war kings following the false James boiled with fury, eager to shatter the formation to fight the enemy. Even the false James was shocked beyond words, his eyes wide with fear. No one had anticipated that the Celestial Sages would remain so resolute and decisive in t
“Though the Greater Realms’ beings lack cultivation strength, they are united and can generate Spiritual Providence. That’s the unparalleled force of nature that will crush you!”The black-and-white circle erupted within the flames as the Celestial Sage’s words echoed.The black dragon that had besieged them roared and was swiftly engulfed by the immense explosion. The shockwave expanded, filling the Skynet headquarters and the Tirta Grand Formation with black-and-white energy. A fierce wind gusted, plunging everything into an abyss of darkness and fear.Truett and the others outside the Tirta Grand Formation were furious but powerless.Amidst the turmoil, James concentrated and discovered two energy balls—one green and one yellow. He swiftly gathered them into his space. However, as he searched for Yianni, he was alarmed to find he had vanished without a trace.He pondered, ‘Could Yianni have been killed in the explosion? That’s impossible. Yianni has mastered the Radiant Titanfo
Yaretzi gently pulled the furious Thea back. “James has his own reasons. You have to believe in him. In his position, many things are beyond his control.”Thea fumed, “If being the Supreme Path requires him to become ruthless and heartless, I’d rather…”Yaretzi interrupted her. “Was it his choice? Weren’t you the ones who pushed him into the role?”Thea stared at Yaretzi, stunned by her words. ‘She’s right. James never wanted to become the Supreme Path. Me, Lesia, Frona, and the circumstances pushed him into the role. What right do I have to blame him? Even so, Yianni disappeared after the Celestial Sages’ self-destruction. Whether he’s still alive or not is unknown. Everything happened because James altered my plan, making it his fault! Moreover, his silence toward my questions is also wrong!’Thea glared at James, then stepped back. At the same time, she pinched his lower back, nearly drawing blood, to vent her anger.James, however, did not respond.Just then, Truett and the o
For most creatures, positions and cultivation levels that seemed like distant dreams were easily within Truett’s grasp. Bathed in the radiant glory of his parents and the illustrious reputation of Skynet, he had never faced genuine hardships or the character-forming trials that others endured.Truett excelled in qualifications, wisdom, understanding, and righteousness beyond ordinary beings. However, he lacked the tempering fire of suffering and a determination forged through relentless hard work and perseverance. Even if it were born from revenge and hatred, it could transform him, allowing him to rise from the ashes, become decisive in his actions, and evolve into a formidable powerhouse.The trial was James’ gift to Truett after returning from Zymurgy. James had meticulously orchestrated the destruction of all of Truett’s support and planned the deaths of the Celestial Sages whom Truett admired the most. As the ruler of the Haleth Realm, James could easily restore everything that
Seeing Truett in such a state, James, hidden in the shadows, felt a trace of relief. Despite everything, Truett still believed in him. It wasn't out of naivety or ignorance. Truett understood the truth perfectly well but chose to trust him anyway.Truett was the young master of Skynet, and despite his noble birth and privileged upbringing, he never displayed arrogance. This was why James had high hopes for him, tested him strictly, and used drastic measures to inspire his transformation.As Truett carried Xitlaly away step by step, James slowly turned around, watching them go.James murmured, “What is a true friend? It means that everything you do has his most reasonable and understandable explanation.”Thea, who had also landed, snorted coldly, “You don’t feel guilty? You’re so shameless!”James asked, “Why should I feel guilty? You’re a woman and won’t understand the friendship between men!”Thea grabbed Yaretzi and said, “This bastard is talking about us. Let’s beat him up!”
The handsome man lowered his head shamefully. “Are you blaming me? Then I’ll return everything to you.”After a brief shock, the black-robed man laughed and pointed at the handsome man. “Now that you’ve become the Haleth Realm’s ruler, how can you still be so unruly? You haven’t changed your unrestrained personality.”James raised his head, looked at the black-robed man, and laughed.After a while, Yianni waved his hand and summoned several wine jars from one of the rotating universes.James quickly raised his hand, and a table with two chairs appeared in the void.“Drink before you speak.” Yianni slammed three jars of Chaos Absinthe in front of James.James laughed, “Isn’t this Chaos Absinthe? Do you feel sorry for me, or are you trying to make me drunk so I’ll blurt out everything?”Yianni urged, “Try it.”James stopped talking and opened a jar, immediately gulping it down.After emptying the jar, he felt a hot, cramping pain in his abdomen. Shortly after, a powerful force s
After examining Yianni closely, James picked up the wine jar again and finished its contents.Yianni watched him, waiting for a clear explanation. After a long time, James tossed the empty jar away and reached for the third one. As he was about to open it, Yianni pressed it down with his hand.The two locked eyes, their gazes filled with complex emotions. After a while, they shared a knowing smile and then simultaneously withdrew their hands.Yianni took his time, then said, “I’ll be leaving, but before that, I want to tell you something from my heart.”James shrugged and replied with a smile, “The greatest responsibility of a teacher is to answer their disciples' questions and solve their doubts. I’ve been waiting for a long time, and I am all ears.”Yianni took a deep breath, slowly stood up, and turned his back to James.“Since you’re already the ruler of the Haleth Realm, what new understanding do you have of Paths?”James replied calmly, “I don’t need to understand. Every m
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