Several days later, Quintin ended his rest in Leafall and began to move again with Silverboa's forces. Alongside the fleet that had previously accompanied Quintin, a substantial number of troops from the rear, now arriving to reinforce him, were disembarking in Obscura City via the port at Leafall.In truth, Quintin had awaited these reinforcements from the rear precisely to consolidate his strength for a decisive strike. Otherwise, he wouldn't have lingered in Leafall for so long.As for the main force of Obscura City's troops, they were heading toward Sandstone City under Sid's leadership.Sid was someone highly knowledgeable in strategy. From Quintin's actions, he discerned Quintin's urgency from his actions. From the moment Adrian and a small party captured Leafall, it was evident that Silverboa aimed for a swift conquest of Obscura.Having grasped his opponent's intentions, Sid recalibrated his strategy. Initially hopeful of reclaiming Leafall given the opportunity, he now rec
However, now was not the right time. All these border troops were under Quintin's command, and the latter valued this war even more than Adrian did. After all, this was Quintin's last war in his lifetime.Adrian was somewhat out of the place as he walked among the troops that were getting ready to set off. Everyone else was either dressed in training uniforms or in full uniforms, while Adrian was the only one who dressed in an ordinary shirt and moved among them like an ordinary person.In times like these, many were vigilant. A person like Adrian walking through the military camp naturally attracted attention."Kid! Where are you from?" Someone stopped Adrian. Adrian did not really mind getting stopped since he knew it was their routine check. However, he still felt a bit troubled because his team members and him did not have a definite identity among the frontier force."I'm here to see someone," Adrian replied, but the answer clearly didn't satisfy the person blocking his way.
"Tell me who you are!" he shouted again before the soldiers around him could act.Adrian shook his head. "Your rank is too low, so you're not qualified to discipline me. Find someone who can talk to Chester to come see me!"The man's expression soured at Adrian's words. Despite being an eighth-level expert, merely holding the position of team leader couldn't fully utilize his skills.However, his deficiency in military strategy consistently hindered him from gaining recognition from superiors, a longstanding source of frustration. Adrian's direct mention of this sore point only fueled his resentment further."Get him tied up!" he shouted, and the group of people rushed toward Adrian.In the next second, Adrian unleashed his energy. Several tents around him were overturned, and the man was forced down onto his knees."Do you have anything else to say?" Adrian asked indifferently.The man was stunned. He did not expect Adrian to be a Grandmaster. As a fighter, becoming a Grandmast
"What are you going to do?" Adnan asked.The man on the ground opened his mouth but remained silent. He did not know how to resolve the situation and could only accept whatever punishment Adrian decided to give himDespite being a military man with his own pride, the thought of being reprimanded by someone as young as Adrian was the last thing he desired. Nevertheless, he found himself in a situation where there was nothing he could do but sigh at his misfortune for encountering Adrian."Young man, regardless of your background, I advise you to let him go. My men are to be disciplined by me alone. You'd better back off!" Adnan said.Adrian had not intended to do anything to the man in the first place, but he was curious to see what Adnan was capable of after what he said."Oh? Your men are to be disciplined by you alone? But he offended me, and I intend to teach him a lesson. What can you do about it?" Adrian replied.Adnan narrowed his eyes, and Adrian could see a dangerous glin
Adnan and the others vividly recalled the shock that coursed through them upon hearing the news. At the time, they were stationed on various islands in the Rampaging Sea, awaiting orders. Such strategic decisions at the national war level were beyond their anticipation.Initially, they speculated that Quintin would invade Obscura City's mainland and occupy the first city before they would be called into action. They all estimated Quintin would need at least another week to achieve this.However, one day, they received a sudden message instructing them to abandon their posts and head to Obscura City. They remained clueless until their superior provided an explanation.They learned that a small squad had already penetrated the mainland and captured Leafall, altering the course of the war dramatically.Quintin was expected to be the unchallenged leader of the conflict, but the arrival of a mysterious figure disrupted that assumption. Despite the successive reinforcements during this p
"Hmph! This is indeed your fault! He's the hero of Silverboa City, yet you haven't even given him a formal identity. I wonder how you managed to become the Grand Commander!"Adnan ensured that Adrian had already left. To prevent Chester from taking advantage of the situation, he first directed his criticism toward Chester.Chester scowled. The attitude he displayed in front of Adrian was out of respect for him. But Adnan… It was evident that their relationship during their school days had not been good, and they might have even been rivals!"Hmph! No matter what you say, you are under my command. Remember to show some respect to your superiors in the future. Let's just let it go this time!" After saying that, Chester left with his hands behind his back.Adnan watched Chester departing, gritting his teeth in frustration. He wasn't incapable of defeating Chester. At the very least, he could hold his own against him. If he risked his life, he might have had the opportunity to kill Che
Adorning the back was an unidentified flower."Each member of your elite forces has one. From now on, you are the captain of the elite forces," Chester said with a hint of jealousy.Originally, it was planned for Adrian to become the captain of the elite forces. No one had anticipated that the elite forces would grow to this extent in just a few months.Their initial plan was to establish a specialized task force to accompany Chester and gain experience over three to five years. During this process, some members would inevitably be eliminated. Those who survived would be the best seeds.However, Adrian's appearance changed their plans. The elite forces had matured too quickly, possessing unparalleled combat power. With Adrian as their captain, their potential impact would undoubtedly be even greater!Although Chester felt a bit bitter about losing the position of captain of the elite forces, he knew that Adrian was indeed more suitable for the role. After all, the members of the e
Naturally, Chester required no further explanation. With Quintin's strategic vision, he was confident that he could make Obscura City vanish within a year if Quintin were willing to wait. Yet, he knew Quintin's days were numbered. Thus, proposing such an idea was out of the question.Emotionally and logically, he believed Quintin deserved a chance to prove himself. After all, if all went well, Quintin could be the cornerstone of Silverboa City's future for the next thousand years. Even Quintin couldn't afford to pass up this opportunity if given the chance!Quintin chuckled self-deprecatingly. "The battle in Sandstone City will certainly be a tough one. If we win, it will only be a short-term victory. If we expend too much time and energy, even if we win, it won't make much difference to me personally compared to losing!"There were no outsiders in the tent, and both Adrian and Chester were privy to the situation."So, what are your plans?" Adrian didn't believe that Quintin had ca
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