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The molten lava harbored an almost inexhaustible, scorching power. As Adrian entered it, he instantly felt as though his very consciousness was on the brink of melting away."So powerful!" Adrian exclaimed. However, his will was incredibly strong, and he wasnโt easily defeated. He quickly focused his mind and began to circulate the Cosmic Severance. Soon, he created a barrier that kept the scorching heat at bay.As time passed, Adrian realized that the lava was affecting him less. He knew he had to delve even deeper. He sank further into the lava and as he descended, the heat intensified, with the molten lava wrapping around him like fiery dragons trying to incinerate him.Adrian burst into laughter. "Come, bring it on! Letโs see what you can do to me!"The Cosmic Severance was like a self-torture practice. The more intense the lavaโs power that one could endure, the stronger their body would become.โKayneโs record was reaching 30,000 miles underground. Iโm only about 100 miles d
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Unfortunately, his body trembled violently from the impact. In an instant, his blood surged, making it difficult to resist the pressure.โDamn it!โ Adrian cursed inwardly. He realized that he had been maintaining his technique during the confrontation. Quickly stopping, he focused on the creature."What are you, and why are you here?" he asked.The creature seemed taken aback by Adrianโs ability to withstand its attack. It didnโt dare make any rash moves and replied in a deep voice, "I am the guardian spirit of this place. Who are you to dare intrude upon this forbidden ground?""Forbidden ground? guardian spirit?" Adrianโs heart skipped a beat. Normally, such a deep underground location would not harbor any living beings, so why was there a guardian spirit here?Remaining cautious, Adrian responded, "I'm an apprentice of Purecastle, and Iโm here to train. If you know whatโs good for you, you'd best step aside." He pointed his sword at the guardian spirit.The guardian spirit's
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Adrian felt a sudden chill through his heart. โIf the lava beast is right, then who was the Cosmic Sword Elder I encountered?โ he thought.Meanwhile, Leland the Alchemy Elder was watching the flickering flames in the furnace before him. Just then, Amo the Arcane Arts Elder entered alongside Tyron and Jonty. Amo looked somber as if something weighed heavily on his mind. Even Tyron and Jonty looked grim.Leland looked at them and asked in puzzlement, โWhat is it? Is something wrong?โAmo responded, โLeland, Iโm not the one who has something to tell you. These apprentices do.โLeland was puzzled, wondering what business the two apprentices could have with him. After all, Tyron and Jonty had only recently joined Purecastle. Nonetheless, he asked, โWhat do you need?โTyron and Jonty exchanged glances before one of them said, "Sir, weโ"Boom!Suddenly, a thunderous roar sounded. "What's happening?!"Everyone was shocked. They rushed outside to look, only to see a towering pillar of
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Rumble!The half-collapsed castle crashed onto their barrier, causing a shockwave that shocked everyone. Although the barrier remained intact, debris and countless boulders pounded against it.Even the elders dared not get complacent when faced with such a relentless attack. At that moment, Darcie questioned, โWhatโs going on?! Whereโs Kayne?!โLeland and Amoโs expressions turned grim when they heard her question, and the former replied, โIโm afraid Kayne wonโt be here.โSuddenly, a voice echoed, โThatโs a pretty bold statement, Leland.โA figure bathed in a red light appeared before themโit was Kayne. However, he radiated a terrifying aura that made him seem different from the person they once knew."Kayne!"His arrival shocked everyone.Amo scoffed and said, โNo one wouldโve expected the esteemed Cosmic Sword Elder to be a spy for the daemonic god. Your efforts to eradicate the daemonic god were just for show, werenโt they?โKayne cackled. Then, he sneered and said, โI wante
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The streams of light pursued Keegan, aiming to strike him down. However, he withdrew into the formation to avoid the deadly strike. It seemed Kayneโs power had grown far beyond what it was before. Although he was the strongest among the elders, the red light clearly amplified his strength. His brief exchange with Keegan showed that no one could defeat him now.โYou have only one fate leftโdeath!โ Kayne leaped into the air. His power surged and caused the surrounding blood mist to morph into massive and grotesque faces that hurtled toward the others.Leland shouted, โDefend!โEveryone raised their hands and reinforced the formation.Then, Leland said, โLet me handle this.โHe was the most powerful among the elders besides Kayne. The former waved and unsheathed two swords. Those were Lelandโs most treasured weapons, Flowing Moon and Azure Mist. These were divine artifacts. The two swords resembled formidable forces that shot toward the sky when Leland drew them.Kayne looked at the
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The lava beast's form flickered before transforming into a man with a head of red hair, clad in a red robe. He stood before Adrian, gazing at him with an unreadable expression.Adrian clasped his hands respectfully and said, "Sir, could you please take me to see Mr. Kayne?"The lava beast studied him for a moment before responding, "You don't seem like a bad person. Very well, follow me."With that, he tore through the surrounding void, carrying Adrian across an infinite expanse and deeper into the earth. Adrian was amazed. Despite the countless streams of lava in the underground space, none came close to him as long as the lava beast was nearby.Soon, they passed through layers of molten lava and arrived at the deepest part of the earth's core. A vast underground cavern stretched out before them. It seemed to be naturally formed, but there were clear signs of human craftsmanship.At the center of the cavern was a lone figure sat cross-legged. Though still some distance away, Adri
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However, as Kayneโs strength grew, Darnall gradually gained the ability to separate from their shared body and emerged independently for short periods. When that started happening, bound by brotherly affection, Kayne never considered his brother a threat. But what happened next was beyond his expectations.Darnall suddenly fought for control of their shared bodyโand succeeded. He managed to trap Kayne's soul deep underground in a crippled body, taking his place. Hence, the Kayne outside had actually been Darnall all along.โI would never have guessed there was such a secret behind all this,โ Adrian exclaimed. A question then arose in his mind. โSince Darnall originally didnโt have a body, how was he able to pull off such a complete takeover?โKayne answered, โBecause he aligned himself with the daemon lord, Ul'gal.โโUl'gal?โ Adrian repeated.The lava beast explained, โDaemon Lord Ul'gal is a daemonic god sealed beneath Purecastle. The seal was originally strong, but as it weakens
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Although Jontyโs voice was not loud, Darnall still heard him. The latter laughed and snarled, โThat kid has already become nourishment for the daemon lord. He wonโt be coming. But donโt worry, youโll all meet the same fate soon enough.โDarnallโs brazen words filled everyone with rage, but his overwhelming strength was undeniable. He seemed to grow stronger as the battle continued, and even their combined efforts were not enough to defeat him.Just as the elders were on the brink of defeat, a voice suddenly rang out, โIs that so? I think you overestimate yourself!โA powerful sword ray shot into the sky, striking Darnall and throwing him back several dozen meters.โWhoโs there?!โ Darnall demanded sharply.Suddenly, the ground began to crack, and in the blink of an eye, a massive fissure appeared. From this fissure, a figure slowly emerged. It was Adrian!โMr. Adrian!โ the crowd cried out in surprise, feeling a sudden weight lifted off their shoulders.A flash of shock crossed Da
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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
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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
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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
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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 onโthis 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
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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 longerโgiving 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
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The oppressive forces descending from the void seemed determined to halt Adrianโs 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 returnโa 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
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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 expertโor perhaps someone of the Multiply Stageโmight 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 vendettasโeliminating him here would require careful planning.He also knew the Holy Son carried seals of immense power. A reckless move co
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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 affordโhe'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
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"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 beforeโnow 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 obstacleโit was a crucible, a tool to temper his body and strengthen his resolve.Despite the storm, A
