Seeing the scene unfold, Adrianâs gaze turned cold. âLetâs go!â he said.Whoosh! Whoosh!Two sharp sounds cut through the air.âItâs you!â After slaying the Crimson Blood Python, Madi looked up at Adrian, his eyes reddening as he quickly recognized him. His expression hardened. âAre you seeking death, Adrian? Donât think that just because you killed a daemon general, I wonât dare to kill you.â His immense power surged, radiating in all directions.âWhy bother? Youâre indeed very powerful, but if you make me your enemy, you might regret it,â Adrian said indifferently, his tone devoid of courtesy.Madi's gaze grew icy. Adrianâs arrogance was unmistakable, and if he continued like this, he was clearly courting his demise.âHeart of the Sword!â Madiâs terrifying power ripped through the heavens. His long sword shattered the void, striking like a giant azure dragon, brimming with immense strength.Tyron, observing from a distance, looked slightly worried. The Heaven's Act's genius, M
The sound of clashing metal echoed through the air, a fearsome display of power. Madi was thrown through the air, his sword knocked from his hand and fluttering away in a chilling spectacle that left everyone stunned.Madi spat out blood, his expression one of utter madness.Tyron stared at Adrian in shock, unable to believe how formidable he was.Adrianâs relentless sword techniques created an intense and terrifying situation as if the very fabric of reality might shatter.Madi struggled to comprehend the skill behind such a crafty technique, his eyes filled with horror. âWhere did your sword technique come from?â he asked in disbelief.Adrian smiled faintly. âIâve already told you that your sword techniques are unremarkable. Your greed has led you to this end. Donât blame anyone else.âMadiâs rage only grew. âIf you hadnât ambushed me earlier, my apprentices wouldnât have been killed. Youâre despicable and detestable! Iâll kill you!â His fury intensified, his power becoming eve
Tyron watched in surprise. The gap between him and Adrian was far greater than he had imagined. Even though they were both at the Nascent Stage, they seemed worlds apart. Words couldnât capture the disparity.When the third sword struck, it was overwhelmingly fierce. The sword sliced through the air like a storm, tearing through the sky in an instant.âAck! Ack!â Madi fell to his knees, coughing up blood. He realized that Adrianâs earlier claimâthat he would be defeated in three movesâwas true.Under the relentless assault of Adrianâs sword techniques, Madi had no excuse. He was beaten not just by sheer power but by the brilliance and complexity of Adrianâs swordplay. His defeat was not due to strength but to Adrianâs superior technique and his own lack of understanding.Filled with rage, Madi glared at Adrian. âIâll kill you!â And without another word, he fled at high speed.Tyron watched in astonishment. Adrian was puzzled. Why had Madi run away instead of fighting as he had pro
âTyron, gather everything. We need to leave quickly,â Adrian said, his scowl deepening as he noticed someone approaching from a distance. Given the recent commotion, it was only natural that someone would come. They needed to leave promptly to avoid potential trouble.Tyron quickly packed up the inner core, while Adrian grabbed the Pleiades Herb. They hurried away without delay. Staying any longer would likely lead to more conflicts, so avoiding unnecessary trouble was best.Before they had gone far, they heard piercing sounds and saw menacing figures approaching.Whoosh! Whoosh! Whoosh!A cold snort followed, and a man with a frosty expression scanned the area. He noticed the Crimson Blood Python on the ground and the aura of the Blood Divine Phoenix nearby. His face darkened.âWhoever has this spiritual treasure, if I find you and make you surrender it! Thereâs nothing I, Greg Barker, want that I canât obtain!â Gregâs icy and frightening demeanor revealed his anger.Greg, a pow
The power surged violently into Adrian's body, causing him immense shock and awe. The intensity was beyond his expectations. "Such tremendous strength!" He was astonished by the unexpected force.Boom! Boom! Boom!The energy felt like a raging storm and chaotic lightning, terrifying in its ferocity.Adrianâs amazement grew as the power flowed into him, reaching saturation almost instantly. The torrent was overwhelming, and he was quietly astonished. The power seemed to break through his limits, reaching a new level of terror.âNot bad. Not bad at all,â Adrian said with a smile, pleased with the increase in his strength. His power was now truly formidable.Tyron was also deeply impressed. His own power had improved significantly, but Adrianâs breakthrough was astonishing. It seemed Adrian was nearing an even more terrifying realm. Tyron had not expected such rapid progress. Adrian appeared exceptionally formidable.âIf you could unleash that power, it wouldnât be this simple,â Adr
Madi, consumed by fury, had escaped to a remote location. As a formidable prodigy, he was stunned by the adversity he faced upon entering this place. It was unbearable for him to think that, despite having done nothing wrong, his faction members had perished. Everyone he brought with him had died.But his overwhelming grief and frustration didnât change the reality of the situation. His only option now was to seek out Adrian and make him pay. In a cave, Madi grimly recovered his strength, his gaze cold as he stared into the distance. âAdrian, I swear I will tear you to pieces and make you regret ever crossing me!â he vowed, his eyes filled with venomous rage. The thought of Adrianâs actions only fueled his desire for vengeance. He longed to see Adrian suffer.Adrian, however, was well aware of Madiâs intentions and was unconcerned. If someone wanted to seek him out, so be it. He would not hesitate to kill them if they crossed his path.Whoosh! Whoosh! Whoosh!Power surged into th
As the crowd approached the golden mountain, they saw flashes of light emanating from it as if a powerful treasure was about to emerge.Whoosh! Whoosh! Whoosh!The violent force surged through the air, leaving everyone inwardly astonished. It felt like an extraordinary treasure was hidden within.Adrianâs expression turned cold as he observed the scene. The place was indeed intimidating.Tyron, standing beside him, had a sharp look in his eyes. âMr. Adrian, it seems the things here might pose some danger to us. We should be cautious.âTyron seemed to sense something, leaving Adrian both surprised and intrigued. âIs that so? I wonder what exactly this place holds,â he mused.Since Tyron was a daemon, the presence of the treasure might have a suppressive effect on him. Adrian suspected it might be a sacred treasure. Tyronâs mind raced with thoughts. If that were the case, he needed to investigate further.Adrian quickened his pace, eager to discover what was hidden within the gold
Adrian was speechless as he surveyed the scene. Blood from the fallen seeped into the ground, a disturbing sight that left him wondering. Was this mountain cursed? Could it be hiding some treasure?"This treasure feels sacred, but it seems blood is needed to unlock it. Whatâs going on?" Tyron asked, confused by the strange turn of events. He looked to Adrian for insight.Adrian replied calmly, "The world is full of treasures, but itâs humans who label them as good or evil. Treasures like this often have extraordinary powers. Thatâs why they provoke such intense reactions. Letâs wait and see what happens next."Truthfully, Adrian didnât fully understand the situation either. In an ancient secret realm, anything was possible.Tyron trusted Adrianâs cautious nature and knew he wouldnât act recklessly. The eerie scene before them set their hearts racing. They wanted to move closer, but the overwhelming power on display made them hesitate. Rushing in could lead to unforeseen dangers.S
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 onâthis 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 longerâgiving 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 Adrianâs 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 returnâa 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 expertâor perhaps someone of the Multiply Stageâmight 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 vendettasâeliminating 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 affordâhe'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 beforeânow 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 obstacleâit was a crucible, a tool to temper his body and strengthen his resolve.Despite the storm, A