James fell silent."You're coming up with another cruel idea, aren't you?" Thea frowned. "Like when you exterminated the Doom Race once?""No," James replied after some consideration, lifting his head. "They'll be going into the River of Time with me to hold down the entrance so the past form can't escape.""With their current power level?" Thea was shocked.James narrowed his eyes. "I instructed Wyot to select a group of elites and elevate them to Daeclon Mahayanas. A magic circle has also been prepared, but...""But what?" Thea asked nervously."They might lose all their memories permanently, including those about themselves." A deep frown etched itself on James' forehead. "That is, if we fail to kill the past form of Wuia Reincarnation Soremsia."Thunderstruck by the explanation, Thea staggered backward. If that was true, the Doom Race elites who would guard the entrance to the River of Time would suffer a fate worse than death.No matter how powerful they were, they would f
Thea was on the brink of another fit of rage, but James waved his hand and grabbed Wyot. Seeing him, the furious Thea held her tongue despite wanting to say something.After a moment of stunned silence, Wyot quickly spoke, "James, the Dark World is shaking. I saw a beam of light sucking in countless living beings. What's happening?""They're moving," James replied calmly. "If you want, you and the Doom Race can relocate to the new world. It has more resources and space for you. It also contains the Path that will lead to Zymurgy."Wyot paused, then asked, "Is the Dark World disintegrating?"James took a deep breath. "Yes, and I might be the one causing it."A frown appeared on Wyot's forehead. "Is it because of the Wuia Reincarnation Soremsia?"James nodded again and turned to stare at Wyot.Wyot was taken aback by the dilemma in James's eyes. "James, is there a problem? You can tell me."James was about to speak, but Thea blurted out, "James…"Both James and Wyot turned to lo
James elaborated on the Leere Tribulation, explaining the threat posed by Waitara Path’s Reincarnation Soremsia. He also mentioned the existence of the past, present, and future forms of Waitara Path’s Reincarnation Soremsia. Wyot gasped and asked, “So, if we allow the Leere Tribulation to unfold, not only will our race, but all beings in the Greater Realms be sacrificed for his return. On top of that, we won’t have a chance of rebirth?” “Yes! Not only will all beings perish, but the Greater Realms will be utterly destroyed,” James nodded.“That’s horrifying, sheer madness! Isn’t he the Supreme Path? Could it be he…” James shook his head and replied solemnly, “There isn’t an absolute path one must follow. One’s fate and path should be decided by oneself.”“The Greater Realm and its beings emerged through natural evolution; it wasn’t anyone’s creation. The Waitara Path simply took advantage of the circumstances and seized control.”Wyot nodded, then fixed his gaze on James. “Th
“Noel, Winnie, and Xainte are leading troops in a fierce battle in Forladtt Land and cannot leave now. In Great Historial Land, the most suitable candidate is Xezal. I was considering her, but…”Wyot looked at James with determination and said, “No ‘buts,’ James. Men should handle these matters. Frankly, I’m not even afraid of death, so what’s the harm in losing my past? There’s nothing worth remembering anyway. I might be happier without those memories, not knowing who I was."You’re the Haleth Realm’s Ruler and possess powers that transcend the Greater Realms, allowing you to create new worlds. You have no reason to care about the Greater Realms’ inhabitants since it’s easy for you to create new life in a new world.”James smiled faintly at his remarks.Wyot pressed on. “But you didn’t choose to abandon the Greater Realms; you came back as the Supreme Path to save us. We’re incredibly blessed to have you. How can I stand by while you do so much for us?”Without waiting for a res
Wyot delivered a fervent speech outside the hall. Not a single one of the 200,000 elite soldiers from the Dooms swayed despite understanding the dire consequences they faced.James and Thea stepped out of the hall, casting their eyes over the meticulously arranged ranks of the 200,000 troops.“We only need twenty thousand people. It’ll be a boon for that bastard if more were to go. I’ll give everyone more time to ponder over it and decide before the transition to the new world is complete. I hope those who choose to go are ready when I open the River of Time.”After speaking, James summoned a Supreme Lotus and jumped onto it. He sat down and closed his eyes, preparing for their upcoming strategy. Having comprehended the 49 Daoisms, he was well-versed in the River of Time, and his knowledge was on par with that of the Waitara Path.Recognizing that the Waitara Path’s Reincarnation Soremsia in its past form resided in the Dark World’s River of Time, he needed to divide it in line wit
Hearing Quattro’s earnest plea, Thea sighed helplessly. “Do you even know what we’re about to face?”Quattro replied seriously, “I do. I overheard everything while Wyot was briefing his troops. Although I might be a bit naughty and greedy, when it comes down to it, I can be reliable, just like any of our friends.“Everything I have today, I owe to the boss. Without him, I would’ve perished, and my soul would’ve been scattered long ago.“He is risking everything for the sake of all living beings. I might not be as heroic as him, but I’m willing to stand by his side and do my part, even if it means sacrificing my life.”Thea looked at Quattro’s determined face, hesitant to speak.Wyot suddenly laughed. “I didn’t expect you to be so brave when it counts, Piggy.”Thea scolded Wyot, “Enough with the jokes. He’s a fool, but you should know better.”Quattro declared proudly, “I’m quite sensible. James put a lot of effort into training Wyot, intending for him to make great contributions
The scene at the edge of the Greater Realms' Forladtt Land was chaotic and violent. Shouts filled the air, flags blotted out the sun, spirit beasts roared, mounts galloped, and the atmosphere crackled with the aura of countless magical powers and the radiance of artifacts and super artifacts. It was a colossal war scene.The Jademora Empire and the Path Guardian Alliance were locked in the most devastating and unprecedented war, all for control of Forladtt Land. All beings from the Yuraeceon Xaelm Rank to the Daeclon Mahayana were involved. Unlike previous wars, this one involved indiscriminate attacks and killings regardless of cultivation level. As a result, great powerhouses would kill hundreds of millions of lower-cultivation beings in an instant. The brutality was worse than purgatory.The war yielded no significant results despite dozens of epochs of fierce fighting in the vast void outside Forladtt Land. The killing increased, and over 70% of the Greater Realms' beings perishe
Misfortunes never come alone. Wayra and Matias' surrender was a devastating blow to the Yang governor. Before he could vent his rage, another masked woman rushed in and collapsed at his feet.Looking down, the Yang governor was shocked to see the woman covered in blood and gravely injured."Emperor Caden, it's dire. Two mysterious powerhouses have kidnapped Maxine."The Yang governor erupted like a volcano, yanking the bloodied woman up. "Tell me, what happened? I left over a dozen powerhouses at the Soma Daeclon Rank with Maxine. How could she be kidnapped?"Facing the Yang governor’s fury, the woman hurriedly explained, "Those two mysterious powerhouses were incredibly powerful and decisive. They instantly killed the eighteen powerhouses at the Soma Daeclon Rank left to guard her. I tried to stop them but couldn’t withstand even a single move."The Yang governor’s cheeks twitched, and his eyes filled with bloodshot rage."Who were they? Did they introduce themselves?"The woma
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