He then suddenly pounced at Adrian. Faced with this attack, Adrian refused to back down. "Well done!" Adrian laughed.He knew that Osseus’ strength had been enhanced, but at the same time, he also knew he couldn't retreat now. Moreover, he didn't believe he would lose to this enraged Osseus.Osseus' movements were extremely agile, easily evading an attack from Adrian. Then, with a sudden grab, he fiercely struck toward Adrian's direction. The impact was fast and fierce, but Adrian didn't fear it. He placed the Divine Frost Slayer Blade before him.Clang!It was a successful parry, but Adrian found that Osseus' strength had increased countless times. Although he managed to block the attack, Osseus was like a mountain pressing down on him. Even someone like Adrian felt quite pressured. As Osseus' power grew, Adrian was almost forced to his knees."Damn it..." Realizing this, Adrian's heart sank.This was just a momentary increase in Osseus' combat power, but Adrian was finding it
"Well done!" Adrian showed no fear, and his sword erupted with terrifying sharpness in his frenzied onslaught.Despite his aggressive attacks, Osseus couldn't gain the slightest advantage. In contrast, his seemingly powerful attacks were gradually suppressed over time."How is this possible?" Osseus realized this and felt incredibly shocked.To deal with Adrian, Osseus unleashed his most powerful techniques. However, they proved utterly useless against Adrian. Not only that, but Adrian also appeared to be effortlessly dealing with him.‘Is this kid some sort of freak?’ Osseus refused to believe that Adrian was this powerful, but he had no other option. Adrian's strength was there for all to see, and no matter how hard Osseus tried, it was futile."I don't have time to waste on you. Just die already!" Adrian shouted.The Divine Frost Slayer Blade and Hellblade simultaneously descended. Under this overwhelming onslaught, Osseus' arms were cleanly severed, and blood gushed out. Howe
Because he felt a kinship with Dominik, the governor of Rivier, Osseus believed Dominik to be an ally and wouldn’t stand by idly while he was facing death. Osseus felt at peace and rested until his strength recovered. Once he felt ready, he prepared to head toward Rivier City. However, after just taking a few steps, he sensed figures emerging from the jungle ahead of him."Hmm?" Osseus became vigilant, instinctively heightening his guard. Concealing his aura, he found a large rock to hide behind. He decided to observe who the approaching people were before making a decision.As the figures drew near, Osseus' tense heart relaxed a little. He realized that the ones coming were not enemies but rather Dominik. The latter was leading a substantial number of soldiers, heading determinedly in the direction of Apollo Citadel. It seemed they were coming to assist him.Osseus rejoiced and was about to step out from behind the rock. But just as he was about to move, he heard Dominik say in a c
Facing the approach of death, Osseus refused to accept his fate after dominating for decades. He tried to counterattack the desperate situation by mobilizing the dark energy. Unfortunately, he could only muster a small amount.Seeing this, Dominik sneered and mocked, "The Malevolent Soul Cloak is the most powerful technique bestowed upon us by His Majesty, but too bad. You've exhausted it in the battle against Adrian. The only way out for you now is death!”The ultimate move came, pressuring Osseus to the brink of death. The desire to survive surged in his heart, filling him with despair. He was unwilling to accept this fate, but unfortunately, there was no chance of survival this time.Dominik pierced through Osseus's body with his sword. Osseus’ eyes became vacant, and the intense expression on his face dissipated. Shortly after, he fell to the ground.A generational powerhouse had fallen."Blame yourself, Osseus. You chose this path of demise.” Dominik glanced at Osseus’ body a
The remnants of defeated soldiers tried to escape, but they quickly met their demise under the hands of Dominik and others who rushed to the scene. Under the pincer attack, Apollo Citadel suffered complete defeat."This is amazing, Adrian. You did it in!" Maxwell praised and gave a thumbs-up.Adrian smiled mysteriously. "Of course. I said I’d eliminate all of them.” His tone was firm and resolute.The assault was a success. Now that the enemies had been wiped out, everyone was exhausted. They set up camp in the nearby area and rested....In the deepest and most mysterious place on Silver Peak Island, a towering mountain range stood shrouded in a dark mist. It lent the place an indescribable and mysterious feeling.This was the sacred grounds of Silver Peak Island known as Nubilum Mountains. At the core of the Nubilum Mountains stood a huge palace. In comparison to the mountain range, the complexion of a person in the palace at this moment was even more gloomy.The king of Silve
That person was the one who landed Silver Peak Island into its current state—shrouded in evil aura. He used some mysterious sorcery to unleash a sinister power from ancient times. Under the impetus of that power, the entire island turned into a hell on earth.Of course, opinions about this power varied among the people. Some liked it, while others vehemently opposed it. After all, it was an inherently evil force, and despite the ongoing war between Silver Peak Island and Silverboa City, many viewed it as a betrayal of the common people.However, now that Silverboa was repeatedly winning, they were unstoppable wherever they went. Silver Peak Island seemed like ants not worthy of notice. To avoid defeat, the king willingly accepted the augmentation of the dark power.With this power, the warriors of Silver Peak Island became even more formidable. They achieved temporary victories in battles for a period. However, the disastrous defeat of Apollo Citadel indicated that this power couldn
Some initially had some doubts about whether Adrian could break through the enemy's formation but they had no choice but to believe him. None of them had expected Adrian to seek assistance from Dominik. The governor’s timely appearance was a brilliant move. Without him, they probably wouldn't have swiftly defeated the Apollo Citadel soldiers.Everyone came to Dominik and expressed their gratitude. Facing their gratitude, he was at a loss for words.Adrian came to his side and, in a solemn tone, said, "Congratulations on choosing the right path, Dominik. From today onward, you are a member of Silverboa City."His words were akin to a knighthood ceremony, causing Dominik's heart to tremble."Hmph!" Unexpectedly, Dominik snorted, expressing his dissatisfaction. "What do you mean? You look down on us, don’t you?”Maxwell was displeased. “Adrian not killing you and allowing you to join Silverboa City is a great honor for you. In a battle between two armies, do you think we should treat
Adrian knew that if he wanted to eliminate that dark energy from the world, he had to first destroy the influence of Silver Peak Island's forces. It was unclear how severely the people of the country were affected by this power. Based on the situation, he would decide later whether to eliminate everyone from Silver Peak Island."Hmph." Dominik did not reply. He fully understood what Adrian said. However, the problem lay in the fact that he did not want to believe it himself. After all, he was one of those who relied on this dark energy to survive.However, perhaps to avoid making him overly suspicious, Adrian continued, "Rest assured. My fundamental goal is to eradicate the dark energy within Silver Peak Island. Having someone like you with the dark energy around me will be a great help.""Oh? Do you think you can remove the dark energy from our bodies?" Dominik asked with some disbelief.Adrian nodded and said, "Of course. Dealing with this kind of dark energy is just a piece of c
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