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
An incredibly terrifying force surged through the void, leaving those watching from afar in shock. Their eyes widened in disbelief as the fearsome power roared through the air. The blood-red dragons roared continuously, their clashes with metal echoing through the air.“How can it be this powerful?” an old man shouted in disbelief, while the others were stunned by the scene.“You’re just going to stand there watching? Aren’t you going to help? You’ll be next to die!” the Astral immortal yelled angrily, unleashing wave after wave of attacks.The onlookers hesitated, their gazes shifting with indecision. They wanted to help, but the dragons were too powerful. At the same time, they looked toward Adrian, hoping he might be their beacon of hope in the chaos.Adrian noticed the crowd’s strange looks and was somewhat surprised. “Why are you all looking at me? Make your own choice. I’m not rushing in for now.” His words carried heavy weight, and the situation indeed seemed terrifying.Th
The scene was truly terrifying, just as horrifying as it appeared. The Astral immortal fueled his strength with his own blood and recklessly charged forward."Die!" he shouted, his immense power clashing with the dragon. From his point of view, there was no room for compromise. The air around them was chilling and filled with dread.Boom!Violent energy surged into the void, creating an overwhelming sense of fear. The dragon swung its massive tail at that moment, and the impact between the two was terrifying. The sky itself seemed to tear apart under the fury of their battle.Crack!Suddenly, a powerful force from afar struck the Astral Stage immortal. He was stunned, looking utterly broken, as if his very soul had been shattered.The sight was horrifying. The distant onlookers were pale with shock. No one expected him to end up in such a pitiful state—it was unimaginable what he had endured. By now, everyone had perished in the sea of blood. Even the Astral immortal had not esca
Tyron’s words were undeniably arrogant, a direct threat to the two immortals, implying they would soon face consequences for their actions. Unsurprisingly, the Astral immortals didn’t take this kindly, their expressions darkening.Adrian stood by, his gaze cold as he observed them. "If you two make a move, I donut you’ll successfully kill us both. So, I suggest you think twice before acting recklessly while I’m still in a decent mood," Adrian said sharply, his tone cold and firm. It was clear he knew exactly what he was doing.The tension in the air was palpable, and those nearby remained silent, wary of speaking up. Adrian’s words alone could easily offend everyone present. Even when facing these powerful experts, Adrian showed no trace of fear. If word of this confrontation spread, people would be utterly shocked."Then we’ll just watch and see what you plan to do," one of the immortals replied, their tone sharp and menacing as if warning Adrian to lead the way or risk being kille
As the blood-colored dragon surged toward Adrian, a barrier suddenly materialized in the air, blocking its path. The dragon slammed against it, unable to advance any further.Seeing this, Adrian smirked coldly. "You think you can touch me? Do you even know your place?"His confident smile left everyone stunned. It was clear that Adrian had anticipated the dragon's failure to break through the barrier, which explained his unwavering composure all along. His unwavering confidence had come from being able to discern everything clearly, which left the onlookers in awe of his foresight and terrifying perceptiveness."Rrrraaagh!” The blood-colored dragon thrashed in frustration, desperately trying to charge forward and tear Adrian to pieces. Its rage was both terrifying and shocking, leaving people wondering what was truly happening.Boom! Boom! Boom!The void trembled as the dragon slammed relentlessly against an unseen barrier, struggling to break free and reach Adrian. The scene was
The man's observation was spot on. If Adrian refused to cooperate, even the Astrals would be powerless against him. The crowd exchanged surprised glances, realizing just how formidable Adrian was. His actions demonstrated an incredibly strong-willed personality; if he chose not to do something, even someone of a higher stage couldn't compel him. This was evident from the earlier scene, showcasing Adrian’s resolute nature.The faces of the two Astrals darkened with anger. Adrian had disrespected them, and now the crowd showed them less reverence. However, they understood that killing Adrian wouldn’t help them escape. Keeping him alive might be their only chance.The air trembled as Adrian turned to dismantle the formation. Power surged wildly from all directions.Boom!The formation rippled violently. Adrian smirked coldly and said, "Mr. Tyron, shall we go?" Tyron, hearing the call, swiftly followed. Adrian moved at incredible speed, and within moments, he had flown hundreds of me
"Everyone's fate is different.” The elderly man sighed. "If you can make it through, consider that a fortune in itself. Make the most of it, everyone. Who knows what your future holds?" His wisdom was undeniable.In the distance, Adrian watched the crowd. Without a second thought, the group rushed toward the distant staircase. They remembered the old man’s advice as they hurried up the steps. It seemed the stronger someone was, the faster and higher they could climb. However, that wasn’t necessarily an advantage. Some in the group were weaker, but that didn’t mean they were at a disadvantage.As they climbed rapidly, their movements became frantic, as if disaster loomed overhead. The staircase shimmered ominously, and terrifying forces descended from the sky, pressing down on those already ascending. Under this immense pressure, everyone struggled, barely able to catch their breath. Some had already begun to fall, including those nearing the Astral Stage, who were forced back.The s
The mounting pressure was truly terrifying. For the average person, ascending these steps with ease was anything but simple.By now, the two experts had reached the 100th step, both frowning. Even at this height, they still hadn’t reached the end, and they wondered how many more steps were ahead of them.One expert, growing frustrated, muttered, "This can't be right. There might not be that many steps left. We’re probably just too tense!"The other expert gave a slight smile. "You might be right. No need to overthink it. Let’s just keep going."With great difficulty, the two pressed on, moving step by step. Meanwhile, the rest of the group below was advancing frantically, but it became clear that those who were weaker couldn’t make much more progress. They seemed stuck, endlessly climbing without purpose.Unable to ascend any higher, they had no idea what would happen next. Perhaps they’d have to wait a month to be teleported out. As for those still capable of moving upward, they
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