Although the request seemed to benefit him directly, Adrian still disliked this approach. “What exactly is this task you mentioned?” he asked, reluctantly. Despite his hesitation, he knew he had to make a decision. Purecastle needed his help, and its troubles could lead to disastrous consequences.Jermaine explained, “The task is both simple and complex. I need you to enter the secret realm and retrieve two items. Find the Phoenix Tree and retrieve from it a leaf and a stone from beneath it called the Prism Stone.”‘The Phoenix Tree?’ Adrian was puzzled, having never heard of it before. He didn’t know much about the Prism Stone either, only that it was extremely rare and valuable. He regarded Jermaine’s request as overly ambitious.“I’ll be straightforward with you. The most crucial item is the Prism Stone. The Phoenix Tree Leaf is a secondary requirement. Consider this carefully before you decide. The Prism Stone is deeply hidden and finding it will be extremely difficult,” Jermain
Upon hearing these words, Bryn’s expression became complex, and a sharp glint flashed through his eyes. “To become a true expert, one must endure trials that are almost like facing death. Otherwise, becoming strong will be difficult,” he said, though his eyes betrayed an expectant gleam.Jermaine smiled faintly. “Hahaha, you’re as cautious as ever in your words. But what you said is not wrong.”As the two discussed, Adrian remained unaware. Even if he knew the contents of their conversation, it wouldn’t bother him much. He had received similar praise before, but it meant little to him. Ultimately, relying on oneself was the best approach.Back at their lodgings, Adrian shared the situation with Tyron, who was immediately shocked. He stared at Adrian with wide eyes. “What? The Prism Stone? Mr. Adrian, you’re crazy!”Adrian was confused. “Why?”“The Prism Stone is an ancient miracle stone said to grow under the Phoenix Tree, absorbing the essence of nature. It’s rumored to contain i
Someone spotted a white warhorse descending from the sky in the distance. It seemed to soar through the air with thunderous power, and atop it rode a young man in white robes, exuding an overwhelming aura. The sight captured everyone's attention, causing their expressions to turn into ones of awe.“It’s Greg!”The crowd was astonished, not truly expecting Greg to appear.“He’s already broken through to the Nascent Stage and reached the Astral Stage!” an old man exclaimed.Others were equally shocked. The presence of such a prodigy made people widen their eyes in awe. Greg was an extraordinary genius, unmatched by ordinary individuals.The crowd’s expressions grew complicated. With such a prodigy among them, they felt they had little chance of competing for the treasures within the secret realm. The thought alone brought a pang of bitterness. Such a genius was truly intimidating.“Who do you think is stronger? Adrian or Greg?” Suddenly, someone’s voice cut through the murmurs.Th
"Don't do it, Tyron. That guy’s not just a genius, but far from ordinary. If you face him now, you'll lose for sure," Adrian warned. It felt as though someone had purposely set him up to confront this highly favored individual. Naturally, Adrian remained cautious."So what? Should we just let him provoke us? It's completely intolerable!" Tyron retorted.Adrian shared the frustration. Being provoked like this was unsettling for anyone, but he knew they couldn't act rashly. He and Tyron communicated telepathically, so no one else could hear."Greg, what do you think you're doing?" Bryn suddenly appeared and demanded, his expression dark. He had expected someone might push Greg into a confrontation with Adrian today. Adrian had been getting a lot of attention lately, while Greg was notoriously proud. If the two fought, one of them would surely be seriously injured or even die, and that would be a disaster.The Universe Alliance couldn't allow such a clash. Both Adrian and Greg were im
Bryn noticed the cold look in Greg’s eyes and frowned slightly. There were too many things beyond his control—this was the nature of geniuses, often swayed by their pride.Sweeping his gaze over the crowd, Bryn said, "Since you're all here, I will open the gate to the secret realm. Remember, you have only one month inside. After that, I will summon you, and when I do, do not resist."If anyone gets trapped inside, we will be powerless to help. The secret realm is dangerous, and one wrong move could cost your life. This is your last chance to reconsider. If anyone wants to withdraw, now is the time."Many hesitated. Bryn’s warning reminded them how treacherous the secret realm could be, and survival would require exceptional skill."We’re willing to try," one young man declared boldly.Bryn smiled faintly at the show of determination. "I’m glad to see your resolve but remember, just do your best to stay alive. Now, step forward."Suddenly, the ground began to tremble as green rays
Revealing one’s aura was no small matter. If there was anything suspicious about someone's aura, wouldn’t Bryn eliminate them on the spot? Everyone was eager to enter the secret realm and seize spiritual treasures to advance their strength.Most weren’t too concerned about releasing their aura. Unless they were daemons, they had nothing to fear. With this in mind, many accepted the situation, though some hesitated to release their aura completely.Suddenly, one person took the lead, fully revealing their aura, surprising the crowd. Bryn scanned the area as if searching for something. Adrian, too, was surveying the surroundings, clearly looking for Oscar.Noticing this, Tyron asked in surprise, "Adrian, are you looking for Oscar? Could he be hiding in the crowd?"Adrian nodded. "I sensed his aura earlier. I’m not sure if he’s here, but if he reveals his aura, I’ll know, and I’ll kill him on the spot."Tyron smiled. "Adrian, no need to be so tense. I suspect Oscar has some kind of t
Adrian's gaze was sharp and determined. He intended to enter the abyss and obtain the Prism Stone beneath the Phoenix Tree. Although he wasn’t entirely sure of the Universe Alliance’s interest in the stone, he guessed it was extremely important. However, he doubted they were relying on him alone; they had also sent Greg with the same goal.Finding the treasure would depend on their abilities and luck. Adrian sensed that Greg harbored significant resentment toward him. If Greg tried to harm him, Adrian wouldn’t show any mercy.As the crowd surged into the rift, Adrian stayed behind, watching the void. He understood that timing mattered—those who entered first might secure the most treasures, while those who came later could face the toughest challenges. Ultimately, it all came down to fate, as everyone’s fortune varied.As time passed, two-thirds of the people in the square had already entered. Only a few dozen remained, and Adrian hadn’t seen Oscar among them. He was certain Oscar w
Adrian chuckled lightly. “Tyron, there’s no need to be so anxious. We’re here to experience something. If nothing happens, entering this place would be pointless, wouldn’t it?”Tyron smiled faintly. “Haha, your mindset is admirable, Adrian.”As they were rapidly transported through the realm, gale winds swirled around them, but neither seemed alarmed, assuming this was a result of the powerful spatial teleportation waves. They soon arrived in a void-like space, with flashes of light sparkling around them. The environment seemed ominous, and Adrian’s expression grew cold.“It seems we’ve arrived in a place that’s far from ordinary,” Adrian remarked, surveying the surroundings.Meanwhile, Tyron was quietly astonished. Wasn’t this supposed to be the secret realm? Why were they met with such strangeness instead of a defined space?As Tyron pondered, Adrian seemed to sense something unusual.“Adrian, do you have a plan?” Tyron asked.Adrian gave a slight smile and looked at Tyron. “I