The first task of the collaboration between Adrian and the Stormwatchers was to seize a hidden treasure that was about to appear in Heaven’s Summit, a hundred miles away from Heaven’s End."Heaven’s Summit is a massive ancient ruin not far from the city outskirts," Orion explained, "We and another force, the Buchanans, simultaneously discovered it. Consequently, conflicts naturally erupted."Adrian quickly understood the situation. "So, you want me to help you deal with the Buchanans?""The Buchanans are powerful. It’s okay if you don't have the confidence to defeat them. Our main goal is to seize the Heaven’s Summit ruins. The rest is secondary," Orion explained."Rest assured. With me around, they will not be able to obtain those things there," Adrian confidently stated."All right, thank you then." Orion nodded. But soon after, as if worried that Adrian might change his mind, he continued, "Don’t worry, after this is over, we will reward you with some of the treasures."Adrian
"Arrogant brat. You're quite daring." The person's eyes flashed with hostility.However, just as he was about to move forward, Orion intervened and blocked the person’s path."We need mutual assistance right now, so what is the meaning of this? Do you want internal discord among us?" Orion's words were filled with deep questioning, making his subordinate feel speechless.After a pause, the person gave up the idea of attacking Adrian. However, the unfriendly expressions in their eyes toward Adrian remained.Adrian didn't care though. He lived for himself and was not influenced by the opinions of others. If they chose to be hostile, it had nothing to do with him—it was their own choice. At the moment, Adrian's only concern was how to enter the rainforest.Orion approached and asked, "What are your thoughts on this rainforest, Adrian?"This rainforest was made of many layers. In Heaven’s Summit, this was considered the most dangerous area—a forbidden land. Heaven’s Summit towered in
"I wasn’t expecting this. You have such abilities, Adrian? Truly eye-opening!" Orion exclaimed.Everyone was completely puzzled.Adrian just smiled and said, "I told you my strength is far beyond your imagination." He spoke with a sense of pride.The others were still puzzled."What's going on, Orion?" "Yeah. Can you stop being so mysterious? We have no idea what’s going on here."People around started questioning, expressing their confusion.Orion finally explained to everyone, "There was a powerful barrier here, and Adrian just broke it. There's no need to worry anymore.""A barrier? But we never felt anything." The group was still confused."That's because the barrier was extremely well-hidden. Even I didn’t notice it. Perhaps, no one here ever realized it. They all thought this place was just exceptionally dangerous," Orion explained."It’s meaningless to discuss this. Now that the barrier is broken, let’s head inside," Adrian said to them as he took the lead and entered
"We’re saved!"The crowd breathed a sigh of relief. However, the relief was short-lived. The vines were still numerous, and at this moment, many of the group were being dragged deeper into the rainforest. In the blink of an eye, they disappeared without a trace, leaving behind only the lingering sounds of their agonizing screams."What do you think is going on, Adrian?" Orion seemed a bit anxious. He hadn’t expected to lose so many men shortly after entering the rainforest. It was unclear what dangers awaited them next.On the contrary, Adrian was calm. He looked ahead with a fierce and penetrating gaze. "I don't believe there's anything powerful here,” he declared."Hya!" Adrian turned into a sharp lightning bolt and disappeared from everyone's sight.Orion and the others did not hesitate to follow suit. They sped up several times compared to before.Going deeper into the rainforest, Adrian continuously scanned his surroundings to pick up on any changes in the environment. The r
"Die!" Adrian shouted.He slashed at the opponent with the Frost Crystal Divine Sword. His strength was truly formidable, showing no signs of weakening even at this critical moment.As for the opponent, they had no intention of showing weakness either. After all, their strength was evident. Such a formidable existence could not be easily defeated. That would simply be unreasonable. The vine person remained clear headed. They released numerous vines which swept toward the group.The two attacks intertwined, visibly more powerful than before. The surroundings shook violently as if the heavens and earth were boiling. However, Adrian remained calm, his eyes sharp as blades, fixed on the opponent. Even though the opponent's assault was powerful, Adrian did not show any signs of weakness.Everyone realized the danger of the situation. The current circumstances appeared extremely perilous, especially considering the opponent's increased strength compared to before. Their defensive formati
Adrian went straight for the most vulnerable spot. Under such an offensive, the opponent was no match for him. A shrill and miserable scream echoed. The vine person, hit by Adrian's strike, was immediately pierced through. With a burst of tremendous force, the vine person was completely crushed by Adrian.Boom!Following that, there was another loud explosion. The vine person disintegrated, turning into countless fragments and vanishing before Adrian’s eyes.Adrian extended his hand, and the Frost Crystal Divine Sword returned to him. He calmly said, "I told you this guy isn’t powerful enough to be invincible." He cast a glance at the others.With the vine person’s disappearance, the pressure that had been bearing down on everyone vanished. However, they had yet to recover from their shock.Soon, they realized something. All eyes turned to Adrian, revealing expressions of deep admiration. They had never expected to win this battle, especially against such a formidable enemy. The
"We should split up." Adrian glanced at the others with a concerned look. He feared they might not be able to defend themselves. However, Orion and the others immediately said, "Don't worry, we'll be fine!"Since they were confident, Adrian decided to go along. After some brief instructions from him, everyone dispersed. Adrian moved swiftly. In just a few hours, he arrived at the entrance of a massive abyss."The Ignis Rift?" Adrian muttered under his breath.Located deep underground, the Ignis Rift was a mysterious place. To enter it, one needed to find its entrance. If not for Orion's clues, it would be challenging for anyone to guess its location. The entrance was situated beneath a vast sea, something Adrian had not anticipated.Currently, Adrian stood on the shore, amazed that such a vast ocean existed in this dark realm. He marveled at the wonders of creation that could produce such a magnificent scene.With his abilities, Adrian could walk on water. However, Orion had war
Although Adrian's strike was not his most powerful, it was still not something ordinary people could easily withstand. Though he had failed to defeat the creature in one move, there should have been some reaction.He was shocked to find that his attack had completely failed to harm the creature. The force struck its body and disappeared without a trace.Adrian’s heart trembled, and he dared not be careless. At that moment, the sea's surface suddenly surged and the raft swayed. He found it difficult to maintain balance."Damn it!"Adrian rose into the air, abandoning the raft. As he lifted off, the raft suddenly exploded with a loud bang. An enormous figure burst out from the sea, obliterating the raft."What terrifying power."Adrian was glad he had reacted quickly. Otherwise, he would have been destroyed like the raft. However, he was now without a foothold, making it even more challenging to deal with the colossal creature.He dared not be negligent, and his mind went into ove
The Daemon Emperor was startled."What is happening? This power..."Formless energy was surging forward, pressuring his nerves and senses.Below, Andy and the others trembled uncontrollably."Who is it?" Finnian stared into the crimson mist.Even Andy was horrified, his gaze locked on the unfolding scene in disbelief, and asked, "What is this? What exactly is happening?" At this moment, Adrian abruptly opened his eyes.Apparently, the Daemon Emperor had once conspired with Adrian's subordinates to ambush him.However, Adrian had managed to annihilate the traitors and sealed this Daemon Emperor. Now, fate had brought them together again."If I killed you once, I can kill you again." Adrian stood tall, his white robes fluttering in the air.The Daemon Emperor was stunned into silence."This is impossible! You're not that mortal boy!""Is that so? In this life, your end has come, and so has the era of the daemons." Adrian's voice was calm yet resolute. He stretched out his han
Adrian's face hardened at the words. He despised threats above all else. While he understood what the mysterious entity desired, he couldn't yet fully comprehend its implications or find a way to counter it. His only choice was to focus on growing stronger.Within the hot spring, waves of raw, terrifying power surged and crashed violently against Adrian's body.The force, though beneficial, was brutal and overwhelming. Adrian's body struggled to endure, cracking as though it were disintegrating."Arghhh!"A heart-wrenching scream echoed as Adrian's flesh was torn apart and his aura gradually dimmed."Ahhh!"His agonized cries echoed once more. He could no longer withstand the pain.In the distance, a towering figure appeared and sneered. "What's this? Can't take it anymore? Pathetic. Humans are truly the epitome of stupidity."Suddenly, Adrian erupted with an explosive surge of energy, and in that instant, he broke through to the pinnacle of the Void Stage."Hmm? He actually b
At that moment, the crowd was speechless.Adrian had ascended as if it were the easiest thing in the world.Faced with such a sight, no one could say much beyond admiration. Even if the Holy Son claimed Adrian had cheated, many secretly wished they could cheat the same way.Lacking Adrian's means, all they could do was envy him.Finnian chuckled. "Haha! You really caught us all by surprise, kid. Still, I'll count this as you repaying me a favor."For Finnian, the outcome couldn't have been better. With a broad smile, he seemed to have achieved his desired result. Adrian's successful climb was all that mattered to him.Once Adrian had vanished, the focus shifted to the rest of the group and their trials.When Adrian opened his eyes again, his entire body ached, but an oddly comforting sensation flowed through him. Surveying his surroundings, he realized he was now in a pond."Where am I?" he asked.Though uncertain about the place, Adrian knew he had cleared the trial and arriv
The onlookers stared in bewilderment, their faces etched with confusion as they struggled to grasp the unfolding events.Meanwhile, Adrian seethed with barely contained rage. This wasn't his first encounter with such torment. Every few steps he ascended, another trial awaited.To Adrian, the relentless punishments felt suffocating. Yet he pressed on—this was the final stretch of the climb. "Adrian, hang in there!" Andy shouted, urging him to conquer the last step. To Andy, reaching that final step symbolized Adrian's growth. He had witnessed Adrian's remarkable resilience countless times and held unwavering faith in his potential. In Andy's eyes, Adrian was destined for greatness. Adrian's expression turned cold as he locked his gaze on the steps ahead. Determination flickered in his eyes. "If reaching the top guarantees a reward, it doesn't have to be me up there. As long as someone makes it, that's enough." With that, he shifted his focus to the void above and formed
Adrian felt as if every nerve in his body was beyond his control. A deep sense of grievance filled his heart as the divine thunder from the void relentlessly crashed down.Rage surged within him, but under the onslaught of endless forces, he felt weak and constrained.Still, he had no choice but to press forward. He knew victory was within reach if he could endure a little longer—giving up now would mean death.If he fell, the shame and humiliation would crush him.Below, the Holy Son and others waited, eager to see him fail and mock him. This left Adrian no option but to push forward, striving toward the void above and his ultimate goal.The violent forces continued to bombard him from the sky.With every step, the thunder's impact intensified tenfold. His soul, already battered from a fierce battle with a horde of beasts, now felt as though it was dragging his exhausted body forward.Anyone else would likely have succumbed to despair. After all, under such immense pressure, ev
The oppressive forces descending from the void seemed determined to halt Adrian’s ascent up the staircase.Yet he refused to yield. To him, these overwhelming challenges were merely obstacles to conquer.He pressed forward with relentless determination.Thunderbolts continued to rain down, but the ominous red light from before did not return—a relief, as he never wished to endure its crushing weight again.The memory of that light still haunted him, leaving a lingering sense of helplessness. Its suffocating pressure had drained his strength, reducing him to a gasping, powerless state.Despite the toll on his body and mind, Adrian remained singularly focused on reaching the final step. His burning desire for greater power drove him forward, unwavering and resolute.Step by step, he ascended, reaching the 95th step in what felt like an instant.Only five steps remained. His gaze locked onto the summit, and a wild glint lit his eyes. A daring idea sparked within him, consuming his
Adrian pondered his situation, his cold gaze reflecting simmering frustration. Yet deep down, he recognized that whoever had designed the staircase was far from ordinary.Creating such a formidable trial required unimaginable power.Even a pinnacle Void Stage expert—or perhaps someone of the Multiply Stage—might bow in reverence before the ladder's creator."He won't last much longer. The divine lightning in this void is utterly destructive. In moments, he'll be reduced to ashes," sneered the Holy Son, his sharp eyes gleaming with malice.To the Holy Son, Adrian's demise was inevitable. Adrian had dared to offend him, and he was certain such audacity could only lead to death.Adrian caught the Holy Son's words and cast him a frosty glare. His intent to kill was unmistakable, though now wasn't the time.The staircase was no place for personal vendettas—eliminating him here would require careful planning.He also knew the Holy Son carried seals of immense power. A reckless move co
Finnian's sharp gaze reflected a hint of admiration. "Kid, you owe me a big favor this time. You'd better treasure this opportunity."Adrian remained silent, unsure how to respond. His cold eyes revealed no emotion, though he fully grasped the challenges ahead.Fear was a luxury he couldn't afford—he'd come too far to back down now.Suddenly, a streak of red light surged from the void, hurtling toward Adrian with terrifying speed. His eyes widened in shock as the crimson beam struck him, slamming him against the staircase.Caught off guard, Adrian collapsed, sprawled helplessly on the steps.The crowd below watched in astonishment. No one had expected his seemingly indestructible body to be overwhelmed so easily.The Holy Son sneered. "Haha! It seems he's triggered some kind of taboo. Let's see how arrogant he is now!"His voice dripped with schadenfreude, his eyes gleaming with malicious satisfaction as he relished Adrian's struggle.Despite the crushing force, Adrian refused
"What exactly is up there pulling me so strongly?" Adrian's expression hardened as he pondered the mysterious force drawing him upward.A surge of violent energy erupted across the sky, crashing down like a raging storm.Adrian advanced cautiously, each step deliberate and precise.Gone were the reckless strides of before—now he moved with steely determination, fully aware of the lurking dangers.He'd learned that the void's formidable forces seemed to target him directly, compelling him to proceed step by step. Any attempt to bypass its unseen barriers would provoke a devastating strike."Ridiculous," Adrian muttered. "If I've chosen to climb, nothing will stop me."The void's relentless power intensified.Bolts of thunder hammered down mercilessly, battering Adrian's body. Yet fear never crossed his mind.What was there to be afraid of?To him, the divine thunder wasn't an obstacle—it was a crucible, a tool to temper his body and strengthen his resolve.Despite the storm, A