"Sorry, my patience is limited," Adrian said.Latitia sighed helplessly. Garcia had been her employee for several years. He presented himself as loyal and faithful, so she never expected him to be connected to the restorationists. "Where's Rozi? You'd better tell us the truth. Otherwise, your fate will be a lot worse than death," Adrian said coldly.Gritting his teeth, Garcia growled, "Silverboan, don't think you can make me submit so easily! If you want me to spill the truth, you can try!""I’ll take you up on that.”Adrian was never one to show mercy to his enemies. He covered the entire backyard with his Draco Force, causing both Latitia and the other Celestrians to pale. It felt as though a guillotine hung over their heads, waiting to slice their neck at any moment.Garcia was not in a good shape either. He was already injured, and now he could barely withstand Adrian's Draco Force. He managed to hold on for a whole minute, but his already weakened state caused him to almost
Lillian started investigating the estate. After a few minutes, she grimly stated, "This Windshield Mansion is very mysterious. Nobody knows who controls it and many experts have been seen here. It's highly likely to be territory belonging to the Celestria Restorationists.""Is it their stronghold though? Let's find out." Adrian smirked. After a whole day of running around, he was getting closer to where Rozi was supposed to be. If all went as planned, he would find Rozi today.After half an hour, they arrived at the estate outside the city. When they reached the end, they saw a magnificent complex of buildings ahead."I didn't expect the capital to have such scenic spots. These Celestrians really know how to enjoy themselves." Wallace sighed, while Adrian sneered.However, as they tried to enter the estate, they were stopped. A burly Celestrian man at the gate intercepted them. "This is private property. Outsiders are not invited and are prohibited from entering," the man stated st
As they advanced, many Celestrians crossed their path but didn't obstruct Adrian and the others. Instead, they scattered in various directions, likely realizing they stood no chance against Adrian. Since they posed no threat, he refrained from acting against them.Rozi had momentarily appeared in a courtyard deep within the estate, but she vanished before Adrian could pinpoint her location. He entered the courtyard to search but found nothing."Could she have been taken away?" Lillian scowled.Adrian’s brows furrowed. From above, he detected a faint aura of Origin Power. After some deliberation, he surmised the other party likely used a secret technique to flee from the manor. Confronted with this situation, Adrian sighed. "Wait here. I may need to leave for a while. If I don’t return in an hour, seek out Dominique.""What do you mean?" Wallace asked, puzzled.Adrian shook his head. Origin Power was ubiquitous. He sensed residual power in the courtyard, which he could still utiliz
The inability to wield the Draco Force left Adrian compromised in terms of strength. While he had faced situations where his abilities were hindered before, this instance was the most thorough—his Draco Force was utterly gone.Now, Adrian's sole reliance was on the weapons on him. However, the Divine Frost Slayer Blade and Hellblade were not compatible. The Divine Frost Slayer Blade seemed constantly poised to consume the Hellblade, yet the enigmatic Hellblade was clearly formidable. Thus, the Divine Frost Slayer Blade waited for an opportunity.Adrian frowned, thinking this place might not be the world he knew. "Have I stumbled into another Silverboa?" he wondered.His profound unease halted his search for Rozi. The surreal surroundings made him question the wisdom of impulsively seeking her out. What irked him further was the unexpected turn of events—tracing the Origin Power had led him to this inexplicable place.Though Adrian momentarily abandoned the pursuit, remaining stagna
Half an hour elapsed, and Adrian remained within the rainforest as night gradually descended. Around him, the roars of unknown creatures filled the air, a stark contrast to the world he once knew.Adrian sat beside a crackling campfire, with a towering tree not far behind him. This was the tallest in this rainforest, and he had scaled its heights earlier to survey the surroundings. From his vantage point, he discerned an expanse of endless wilderness, with only a towering mountain peak visible in the north. Though it occupied little space, its summit remained shrouded in clouds, obscuring its apex.Another revelation had dawned upon Adrian during his observation: this location likely remained within the bounds of the original world. His estimation of the planet's horizon curvature suggested as much. In his native world, the maximum visible distance with the naked eye extended about eighteen kilometers. Here, Adrian deduced a similar range. Consequently, it seemed probable that this w
This place seemed like an idyllic sanctuary away from the world's troubles, except for the occasional brutal roars of the monsters around. After casting a glance at the northern mountain peak, Adrian withdrew from the treetop.A swishing sound, gradually growing louder, pierced the air. Adrian remained concealed, tightening his grip on the Divine Frost Slayer Blade and Hellblade. His muscles tensed, poised to strike at a moment's notice. He even prepared to forcibly activate the law of the Dragon God, despite the toll it would take on his body, to confront the sudden threat.However, to Adrian's surprise, the whistling sound approached only to veer away for reasons unknown. After a few tense moments, Adrian cautiously peeked out from the treetop and observed a massive figure slowly receding into the distance."Are there birds of such colossal size in the world?" Adrian marveled, disbelief etched across his features.The unnamed bird-like creature nearly rivaled a small airplane in
Rustle... Rustle...‘Footsteps?’ Adrian abruptly stopped by some prints on the ground amidst a clump of grass, studying them carefully. He had been journeying north since morning and had now stumbled upon signs of human presence, though no actual people were in sight yet. Recognizing these signs meant he had a chance to escape this place. Thus, he followed the footprints and other traces, forging ahead until he finally encountered living beings.Having spotted those traces earlier, Adrian had already disposed of the peculiar creature's corpse he'd been carrying on his back. While the Hellblade remained sheathed, the Divine Frost Slayer Blade had been drawn. Concealed behind a bush, Adrian silently awaited the approaching footsteps.‘The owner of the footprints weighs less than forty-five kilos, and the steps are light. Could it be a woman?’ Adrian pondered with furrowed brows.‘Could a woman survive in such a harsh environment?’ It wasn't that Adrian doubted women's abilities, but
The woman wore a warrior's outfit, though it appeared worn-out. Judging by its style, it didn't resemble the attire of warriors from Silverboa or Obscura. Adrian surmised that her clothing style dated back at least two hundred years. This place was indeed a hidden paradise.Adrian's expression turned solemn. What surprised him even more was that this woman's strength surpassed that of an ordinary Grandmaster. She seemed almost like a phenomenon, potentially even beyond his capability. Otherwise, his earlier sword strike would have pierced her throat.As Adrian observed her, the woman also scrutinized him. Her gaze held a hint of curiosity, especially toward the black windbreaker he wore, something unfamiliar to her. "Are you an outsider?" she asked. Fortunately, she spoke a language Adrian understood; otherwise, their encounter might have turned deadly.Adrian felt relieved. Despite her strength, the woman didn't seem murderous, let alone monstrous. In hindsight, his earlier actions
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