Tyron looked into Adrian's eyes, understanding that the latter had spoken with careful consideration. To disagree now would show a lack of trust. "In that case, let’s go. I trust your judgment," he said firmly.In his mind, this was the time to rely on Adrian. Any doubt now would strain their bond. Adrian felt a slight satisfaction—mutual trust was crucial when advancing together. Adrian’s decision was based on his instincts. Ignoring those instincts and moving forward blindly would only lead to disaster.The two pushed through the crowd and made their way toward the mountaintop. Those watching were shocked."They’re walking straight into death," an old man muttered, while the younger onlookers grew uneasy."Let’s see if they make it. If they do, the danger’s likely passed, and we can follow," the crowd reasoned.Still, many hesitated, unwilling to move forward. The danger was clear, and one wrong step could lead to death. They had come to the secret realm for treasures, but peris
It was the perfect moment to act. Any later, and the dark energy would have become too intense, making entry far more difficult. If they had hesitated even a moment longer, the energy might have blocked their path entirely.As Adrian and Tyron rushed into the gaping hole, they were struck by how much stronger the dark energy inside had become."What is this?" Tyron gasped. The dark energy seemed even more powerful than his own daemonic energy, its intensity overwhelming.Those watching from below were horrified by what they saw."They made it in! The two of them actually passed through!" a middle-aged man shouted in frustration before charging toward the void.The sight of the brilliant golden light ahead spurred him on, and many others followed, unwilling to miss this chance. If Adrian and Tyron claimed the supreme treasure, they would regret it for the rest of their lives.With determination driving them, the crowd surged forward, racing at a terrifying pace. In moments, a larg
The two pressed on through the void, their surroundings growing increasingly intense. Suddenly, a blinding light appeared ahead, so bright it nearly overwhelmed them. Sensing imminent danger, Adrian quickly reinforced the formation, bracing for the impact.In an instant, a violent torrent of force crashed against them. The power of the assault was immense, like an iron hammer smashing into the formation. Waves of golden light erupted, transforming into a dazzling array of colors. The space around them shook violently, fragments of the void shattering and battering their shield with relentless energy.Tyron was horrified. "Adrian, this place is terrifying. Without your formation, we’d be dead by now," he said, his face pale from shock.Adrian’s expression grew harder, his eyes sharp with focus. "This place is indeed dangerous," he agreed. "But don’t worry. As long as I’m here, I won’t let you die. If it comes to that, I’ll go first."Tyron was deeply moved by Adrian’s words, and his
“Tyron, stop talking nonsense. We’ll get out of here safely,” Adrian said confidently.Suddenly, the air filled with the sound of something slicing through it as a group of people appeared in the void. They had clearly followed right after Tyron and Adrian entered.The newcomers were shocked to see Tyron and Adrian standing on a sea of blood. One of the men exclaimed, “I didn’t expect this place to be a blood sea! The treasure must be at the end!”This sparked excitement among the crowd, and they rushed recklessly toward the distance. Adrian observed the scene with a frown, finding it suspicious.Uneasy, Tyron said, “Adrian, if we don’t move soon, the treasure might be taken by these newcomers.”Adrian sneered. “The blood sea might look calm, but it isn’t that simple. Let them explore ahead with their impatience.”Tyron gave Adrian a thumbs-up, impressed by his vigilance and strategic thinking.Soon, the number of people surpassed a hundred. As the crowd saw Adrian and Tyron sti
The outcome of charging forward recklessly could be highly unpredictable. The people rushing ahead were driven solely by the desire to obtain the unparalleled treasure. However, such treasures were rarely acquired so easily.The crowd surged forward recklessly. At this moment, Tyron looked into the distance and asked, “Adrian, do you sense any dangerous traps ahead?”Adrian glanced into the distance and responded with a smile, “The blood sea ahead isn’t simple. If we advance recklessly, the dangers could be fatal, no matter how strong we are.” He had vaguely perceived traces of a formation around the area. If they rushed forward without caution, they might fall victim to this hidden formation.Ahead, the crowd continued their mad rush. Their eyes had taken on a bloodshot hue, indicating their frenzied state. It was clear that these individuals had become obsessed, believing that reaching the other shore would guarantee them the treasure they sought.“We shouldn’t advance hastily. T
The aura of the figure was alarmingly intense. As the group neared the other shore, the blood sea suddenly trembled, and enigmatic marks began to emerge in the sky.In the next moment, a massive pattern appeared in the void, enveloping the blood sea. It seemed to cover everyone within the blood sea. However, Adrian and the others who had not rushed in were unaffected.“How is this possible? What is this terrifying curse mark?” “It appeared so suddenly. Those in the front are in grave danger.”People in the distance commented, and some nearby nodded in agreement. They had cautiously refrained from rushing forward, hoping to observe what danger might lie ahead. In fact, they had wanted to rush forward with the Astral Stage immortal as well. It was just that their hesitance had held them back, and now, their caution had saved their lives.Those who had rushed forward were now directly covered by the terrifying curse. Accompanied by the boiling blood in the void, streams of blood-red
“How is this possible?” The Astral Stage immortal was horrified by the scene before him. He had never expected to encounter such a terrifying situation.The wind howled violently, and the immense power unleashed by the dragon resonated through the air as if it were about to shatter everything.Forcing himself to calm down, the Astral Stage immortal unsheathed his saber and attempted to fight back. The onlookers were secretly shaken by his display of power.Tyron was stunned, while Adrian sneered.“He’s no match for this formation. In the end, he’ll meet his death here,” Adrian said coldly, causing the crowd to gasp in shock.Still stunned, Tyron asked, “Adrian, are you sure you’re not mistaken? This guy seems pretty powerful to me.”Adrian sneered again. “Tyron, you’re only seeing the surface. Take a closer look. This dragon may not seem overwhelmingly strong, but if you observe the blood sea carefully, you’ll realize it’s not just one dragon.”The crowd was horrified. In such a
They stayed still, watching as the Astral immortal and the dragon battled fiercely. The onlookers were horrified, unable to believe their eyes.The dragon’s massive tail shone with golden light, sending flames scattering in all directions. It struck the blood sea below with immense force. The blood-red liquid roared into massive waves, crashing upward like a hundred-foot tsunami. It seemed the dragon was summoning its allies."Damn it! You actually have reinforcements?!" the Astral immortal shouted.The blood sea then surged violently. More blood-colored dragons emerged from the sea, causing the crowd to panic. Those who had planned to help were now paralyzed with shock. They fled in all directions, but it was futile. The blood sea seemed alive, chasing them down.In an instant, the fleeing crowd was engulfed. Some tried to hold on, but the blood sea overwhelmed them. Many met a grim fate, reduced to skeletons before they could react.From a distance, Tyron watched in shock, stunn
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