James immediately understood after hearing Maxine’s explanation.One person could not practice the cultivation method on the Moonlit Flowers on Cliffside's Edge alone. Forcefully doing so would lead to problems.This cultivation method had to be practiced by two people together. It needed them to cooperate and practice.“But…” Maxine said solemnly, “Yin and Yang complement each other, and it’s necessary to have both energies. The energy in Cynthia’s body is indeed the purest form of True Yin Energy, and if she could learn to absorb the Cold Energy in her body, she could indeed practice the cultivation method. However, we lack someone with True Yang Energy.”She turned to James and asked, “What kind of True Energy do you have, James?”“I-I don't know.”James was not sure of what kind of True Energy he had.“Let me check,” said Maxine.James asked, “How are you going to check?”Maxine explained, “Just stretch out your hand and exert a bit of your True Energy.”James did as he w
Two figures appeared—one old and one young. The old figure and a man with neat white hair dressed in baggy white clothes.Meanwhile, the young figure was a woman with long black hair in her twenties, dressed in a black skirt.“Sir Caden, why did you bring me here?” the woman asked.The old man looked at the mountain ahead. It was a bare mountain with smoke billowing at the top.He pointed to the mountain ahead and said, “This is a volcanic crater that often spews lava. I came here to find a special fruit.”The two people were Tobias and Thea.Thea already knew that the location was a volcanic crater because she could feel the heat as soon as they approached it. Even though it was winter and the weather was relatively cold, the surrounding area was scorching, causing sweat beads to appear on her pretty face.She asked perplexedly, “Why are you looking for a fruit?”Thomas explained, “The fruit I'm looking for is the Sacred Fire Fig, and it only grows near volcanoes. The fruit
James had successfully cultivated his True Energy again. Moreover, he had constantly absorbed the Cold Energy from Cynthia’s body, allowing his True Energy to increase rapidly. In just half a day, he had reached the peak of the first rank and was only one step away from the second rank.Although Cynthia’s physique was extraordinary, the Cold Energy within her body was limited and had to be regenerated every day. During the past few days, Maxine had also discharged a portion from her body.Therefore, James would have to wait a few days before he could absorb more.After James headed downstairs, Cynthia dressed and went downstairs with Maxine.In the living room…Maxine said, “Next, I’ll personally teach Cynthia martial arts. She was a unique physique, and as long as her comprehension is decent, her cultivation rate wouldn’t be inferior to yours.”“Indeed.” James nodded. Then, he said, “Her body is like a perpetual motion machine that will continuously generate Cold Energy. As long
The Blithe King smiled and said, “Why’re you telling me this? You can’t even decide for yourself, so how would I know? You think too highly of me.”“Then tell me, should I stand on the country’s side, the King or the Cadens?” asked James.The Blithe King shook his head again. These were questions that he could not answer.“Why’re you thinking about it soo much? You’ll just have to take one step at a time. Let’s have a couple of drinks! I’ll ask Daniel to join us.”The Blithe King understood that James was in a dilemma. Although he was unaware of the grievances and conflict between the Ancient Four in the Capital, he had heard about the Four Ancient Paintings before. Thirty years ago, there was an internal conflict in the Cadens. Additionally, the Cadens’ villa was burned in flames ten years ago. These were things he had recently learned about James.However, he was unable to give James any advice as an outsider.He got up, looked at the dazed James, and shouted, “What’re you
James turned around but did not sense anyone dangerous.He mumbled, perplexed, “What’s going on? What is this terrifying sensation?”Thinking he had too much to drink, he shook his head and continued walking forward. However, after a short walk, the terrifying sensation returned. It was uncomfortable, like being watched by a venomous snake. This time, he ignored it and continued on his way. He took a few steps before turning around abruptly.The moment James turned around, he saw countless people behind him.Among them was a man in a black overcoat and black hat. He was about fifty years old. His facial features were ordinary, the kind that one would forget after a quick glance.Regardless, James sensed a threat emanating from him. It was like a venomous snake, ready to strike and bite at any moment.Two sets of eyes locked on each other.The man in the black overcoat raised the corners of his mouth and smiled slightly. Immediately afterward, he turned and walked away.James
“You should go. Is there any reason not to?”Maxine said, “You said it yourself that the person who gave you the letter was extremely powerful and could’ve killed you with a single move. So, if he didn't kill you and even left you a message, there must be a reason. We'll find out what his purpose is when you get there. Besides, I'll join you."She was not actually concerned about his safety and believed that going to Mount Arclens would not put James in danger.He would have gotten into trouble today if it had been dangerous. The opponent did not have to wait until they had led him to Mount Arclens to strike.“Okay.” James nodded and said, “The photograph revealed a lot of information. I simply need to go and take a look.”“I’ll get some plane tickets for you right now,” said Cynthia.As she spoke, she took out her phone to book the flights.James and Maxine, on the other hand, were having a discussion. They were speculating about who had sent them the photograph.Despite a len
Thomas came here to search for the Sacred Fire Fig, but he did not expect to come across a centenary fire snake. The gall of the fire snake was a tonic for martial artists.However, his strength had already reached a point where using external means to increase it would be futile. Even the gall of a centenary fire snake would not help him much.On the other hand, giving it to Thea would boost her strength significantly. With only a snake gall, a third-rank powerhouse was trained.“Oh, that’s right. Why do you want to lead James here, Grandfather? Isn't it fine if I just bring back the Sacred Fire Fig?" Thea inquired. She was aware of Thomas' plan to lead James here.Thomas glanced at her and said, “How would you explain it if you just brought it back? It isn't the right time yet. I don't want James to find out about my existence, and I especially don't want outsiders to speculate about it.”“But James is already suspicious of you.”“That’s why I’m leading him here.” Thomas gave a
“We’re already here. We should go even if it’s dangerous.”James walked straight into the cavern.Maxine wore a defeated expression. 'He's been blinded by love. If he continues to be reckless, he might lose his life.'Still, she followed him.The entrance to the cavern was small, but once inside, it stretched in all directions. The deeper they went, the hotter it grew.Even for James and Maxine, who were martial artists, it was becoming unbearable.They had no choice but to use True Energy to combat the intense heat in the cavern, yet even then, they were both still sweating profusely. Their clothes were soon soaked with sweat.“It’s so hot.” Maxine fanned her face with her hand and tugged at her sweat-soaked clothes that clung to her skin.James took out another water bottle and handed it to Maxine, saying, “Drink some…”At that moment, he saw what Maxine was doing when he turned around to hand over the water bottle. He noticed her tugging at her clothes, fanning the insides
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