Tyron watched in disbelief as waves of energy shattered the space around them, creating a truly terrifying sight.Adrian sneered and said, "Trying to stop me? You'd better have the strength to back it up."Tyron, awestruck, responded, "Adrian, your power is incredible. I wouldn’t dare oppose you. If I tried, I’d probably be dead."Adrian paused briefly before replying, "Let’s go."Calmly, the two of them stepped into the void. The formation around them collapsed instantly, and they descended from a great height. They quickly adjusted their stances as they fell. Below them, a vast forest came into view, filled with occasional low growls. It seemed the forest was teeming with dangerous beasts. To avoid unnecessary trouble, the pair suppressed their energy, choosing to stay low-key in the secret realm. With such dangerous creatures around, acting boldly could lead to a swift demise.Adrian’s goal was to find the Prism Stone, though he had no idea where it was. The Universe Alliance h
Tyron was taken aback by Adrian's impulsive plan. The situation seemed precarious, and any mistake could be disastrous.Adrian smiled faintly and said, "Tyron, sometimes you have to take risks to gain rewards. We'll stay at a safe distance. We can’t afford to advance recklessly."This cautious approach seemed wise. Tyron hesitated but understood Adrian’s underlying message: observe from a distance and act only if an opportunity arose. After a moment’s consideration, Tyron nodded.As the pair moved forward cautiously, they soon felt the tremors of a fierce battle ahead. The sounds of a brutal clash echoed through the forest, with the ground shaking as if the surroundings were on the brink of destruction.They drew closer and sensed the immense power at play. Adrian stopped by a large tree and, feeling the overwhelming force, grasped Tyron's arm. "We shouldn’t advance any further. Look." He pointed into the distance.Tyron saw two colossal figures locked in battle—a Crimson Blood Py
Adrian was slightly surprised by Tyron’s knowledge. “I didn’t expect you to be so well-informed, Tyron. It does sound quite terrifying.”Tyron gave a faint smile and replied, “I enjoy reading a lot.”For Tyron, this knowledge wasn’t crucial. What mattered more was watching the two powerful beings inflict serious damage on each other so they could seize the opportunity to grab the herb.The Crimson Blood Python and the Phoenix Blood Bird continued their fierce battle. The python’s massive tail coiled around the phoenix, while the bird unleashed devastating flames on the snake.“It seems like there’s still no clear winner,” Tyron remarked.Adrian smiled calmly. “It’s not time yet. These beasts are formidable. If we act too soon, we might regret it. We need to wait for the right moment.”Moments later, the two beasts unleashed their strongest attacks. Thunderous roars echoed through the sky, causing the Pleiades Herb in the distance to sway precariously.Adrian smirked coldly. “The
The Phoenix Blood Bird's aura had visibly weakened. Adrian was on the verge of taking action, but he realized that charging out recklessly could lead to severe consequences.“Adrian, I can sense that the Phoenix Blood Bird is weakening. Should we make our move?” Tyron asked, his gaze fixed on the tempting Pleiades Herb and the treasures of the two beasts.Adrian replied, “Tyron, now is not the time to act impulsively. This beast is not an ordinary opponent. Charging in could have disastrous results, especially if we end up giving an advantage to those lurking in the shadows.”Tyron was surprised by Adrian's cautious approach. He hadn’t considered the possibility of others being present, and Adrian’s keen perception had revealed much he might have missed.A sudden roar filled the air as the Crimson Blood Python opened its massive mouth, releasing a bloodthirsty aura that shook the surroundings.Adrian's expression changed. “This is serious.”Tyron looked up at the Phoenix Blood Bi
The Crimson Blood Python let out a roar and opened its massive jaws, devouring the Phoenix Blood Bird. Tyron was taken aback and horrified. The python had cleverly concealed its strength, revealing it only at this critical moment. It was clear that intervening now would be suicidal.Adrian's gaze was cold as he sneered. "Let’s wait and see. It’s not over yet." The look in his eyes suggested he had more insights, but he only revealed part of his understanding.Tyron continued to watch the battle, puzzled. Something unusual was happening with the Crimson Blood Python. From a distance, he noticed the python’s massive body shaking violently. Something seemed to be stirring wildly inside it. Hadn't the Phoenix Blood Bird been swallowed? Why was there still movement?“The bird hasn’t died yet. Swallowing doesn’t mean death. The snake is in trouble,” Adrian said.“I have to say, you’re really impressive, Adrian. How did you figure this out?” Tyron asked, looking at Adrian with admiration.
"Adrian, is the snake dying?" Tyron asked concernedly."Just wait. You'll see soon enough," Adrian replied calmly.The snake's pupils then suddenly dilated, and it let out a series of thunderous roars. Its body swelled rapidly. Tyron was shocked by the unexpected turn of events. The snake had swallowed its prey without hesitation, but now it seemed to be suffering the consequences."It's going to explode!" Adrian warned.In the distance, the snake's body expanded several times over. At the critical moment, it spat something out. A deafening boom echoed through the skies as a fiery red orb shot from its mouth. Even from afar, the shockwave reached Adrian and Tyron, though Adrian shielded them from most of the impact.The snake collapsed, lying motionless on the ground. Its breathing was weak, and it appeared utterly defeated. But no one would pity it. Its inner core was an incredibly valuable prize, and any onlookers would undoubtedly be eyeing it greedily."Should we go for it?"
A powerful figure still lurked in the shadows, their timing uncertain. If no one acted soon, Adrian and Tyron wouldn’t be able to hold back much longer.Suddenly, a terrifying rumble echoed in the distance. Violent winds howled, and the entire void trembled. Out of nowhere, several figures charged forward with great speed. "Hahaha, who would've thought such a fearsome beast was here? Let's kill it and split the inner core!"The voice was familiar, and Tyron was stunned. Adrian had been right. These people were from Heaven's Act, one of the groups that had arrived earlier. They were now recklessly charging toward the dying snake.Tyron finally understood why Adrian hadn’t acted rashly. If they had rushed in earlier, they would have been at a disadvantage. Admiration for Adrian grew in Tyron's eyes."Let’s see if these fools can handle the big one. Its strength is far beyond what they imagine," Adrian said calmly.Although gravely injured by the Phoenix Blood Bird’s self-destruction
Tyron was momentarily confused by Adrian's words. As he looked into the distance, he saw the snake's eyes widen, its body pulsing with a surge of blood energy, fueled by furious rage. Everyone was shocked by the sight.The Crimson Blood Python seethed with fury. How dare these insignificant humans challenge it? In its mind, they all deserved to be destroyed.The sword formation created by the Heaven's Act apprentices hovered above the snake’s head. Fierce winds whipped around the trembling swords, and the sky itself seemed on the verge of collapse. Those who witnessed it trembled in fear.The massive snake was terrifyingly powerful, far beyond what ordinary people could face. But the group from Heaven's Act was different. They were determined to challenge the beast and claim its powerful inner core.The leader’s expression turned serious as he made hand seals. The sword split into thousands, and countless long swords rained down from the sky.From a distance, Tyron was surprised.
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