As everyone pondered in their hearts, Greg glanced around and realized the place had been utterly ransacked."Those two must’ve taken all the spirit treasures here." Greg seethed with anger, a desire for vengeance burning within him. He looked at the others, feeling the urge to take action. Yet, he knew that turning on them would be futile.With an icy gaze, he said, "Everyone, you need to see the situation clearly. If we don’t join forces and stop Adrian, we’ll end up with nothing. Surely, that’s not the outcome you all want?” His expression turned cold.In their hearts, no one wanted to see such a fate. They genuinely sought these spirit treasures and didn’t want to wander aimlessly, only to end up empty-handed."Fine, I’ll go along with you," a middle-aged man said coldly, his strength evident.Greg smiled, sensing his influence growing. With one person on his side, the others’ expressions began to shift.“Okay, we’ll follow your lead for now,” a group of people chimed in. Tho
At that moment, Greg said coldly, “See? I told you it was a trap Adrian had set. You all didn’t believe me. Now you must, right?” He was clearly looking for another way to blame Adrian. In his eyes, Adrian was courting death.Hearing Greg’s words, the others felt their anger rise. They naturally believed him. After all, Adrian was right in front of them, and after he and Greg had left, they had fallen into this trap. To them, it was unforgivable. They were convinced this was all connected to Adrian. Nothing in this world was so coincidental.If Adrian could hear their thoughts, he would probably just sneer at their naivety and their tendency to doubt their own judgments. But none of this concerned him. Even if he knew what they were thinking, he wouldn’t care. Their opinions wouldn’t affect him at all.The group rushed forward, desperately trying to escape as the golden light came crashing down around them. After a great effort, they finally broke free from it. At that moment, they
The crowd exchanged uneasy glances. Greg's words stirred an overwhelming urge to pummel him as he was clearly exaggerating. Yet they knew they were no match for him. The few who had initially sided with Greg now followed closely behind him without hesitation.A gust of wind roared through the air, creating a chilling atmosphere. Suddenly, Adrian and Tyron felt a wave of energy wash over them. Before they realized what was happening, they found themselves transported to a strange space, surrounded by chaos as if the entire area had been sealed off.“Hmph, I must commend you for breaking through the formation, kids. Since you’ve made it here, you must be powerful in your own right. I’ll grant you a proper send-off,” a disembodied voice echoed through the air, sending chills down their spines.Adrian and Tyron exchanged startled looks. Tyron's gaze turned cold as he said, “Adrian, it’s said that ancient souls linger within this secret realm. They claim to reward those who enter, but th
As the words fell, a terrifying power descended.“Adrian, let me lend you a hand!” Tyron shouted.The hidden, menacing presence sensed the combined power of the two bearing down on it. In response, a chilling aura radiated from the entity as it declared, “Hmph! Fools! I'll show you my true might!”To the entity, Adrian and Tyron were already within its grasp, and it fully intended to annihilate the pair. However, its power felt less overwhelming than it had initially appeared.Boom!A terrifying force exploded in the sky, causing the entire space to tremble. At that moment, Adrian felt an immense force crushing down on him as if it were trying to devour him whole, but he did not back down.“Together!” Adrian shouted as his power erupted, merging with Tyron's. Their combined energy surged skyward, forming an unstoppable wave.Boom!When their powers collided, an explosion echoed through the void.“It seems this is going to take longer than I expected,” Adrian said, glaring cold
In the entity’s eyes, Adrian and Tyron were nothing more than fools courting death. It was certain that the two were doomed beyond salvation.Adrian's expression turned icy with fury. To be mocked so openly was intolerable. “You think you’re invincible, don’t you? Tyron, watch closely,” he said coldly.A surge of immense power erupted from Adrian, transforming his energy into a deep, ominous black. Tyron was taken aback by this sudden display, his eyes wide with astonishment.“What on earth is this power?” he exclaimed. Adrian's power was overwhelmingly fierce, far surpassing anything he had ever witnessed.Adrian locked his icy gaze on the air and sneered. “Let’s see who’s truly stronger now.”The entity was stunned. It hadn’t anticipated Adrian would be so formidable. “How is this possible? What is that black energy?” it exclaimed, completely in disbelief.Adrian, however, did not bother to respond. With a chilling grin, he scanned the air, determined to pinpoint his enemy’s lo
“How is this possible? How could you have found my hiding spot?” the entity roared in disbelief, never expecting Adrian to uncover his concealed position so easily.Adrian replied coldly, “Your hiding place was far too easy to find.” He soared into the sky, charging toward the air with his fist raised.Rumble!The air trembled violently. At that moment, Adrian was like an unstoppable force that no ordinary being could withstand.Off to the side, Tyron stood in stunned silence. ‘Is this the same Adrian I once knew?’ he thought, overwhelmed by the frightening power radiating from Adrian. Anyone who encountered him now would likely flee in terror, unwilling to stand against him.“This is impossible!” the entity cried out. He had assumed Adrian would be foolish enough to fall under his control like the immortals before him. Even if Adrian fought back, it should have only been a brief struggle before he met the same fate. He never imagined Adrian would be so different.“Die!” Adrian r
Now that Adrian had perished, Tyron was overwhelmed with guilt and regret. It was too late to help him, and his heart ached with sorrow and rage.“Why? Why did this happen? Adrian, I swear I’ll avenge you and slay this wretched creature!” Tyron roared as his sword trembled with an ominous hum."You insignificant ant," the entity mocked, "It’s laughable that you consider yourself important."The disdain in the entity's tone was clear, belittling Tyron completely. The latter’s eyes burned with fury, and his desire to charge forward and annihilate the entity grew more intense. Yet, he couldn’t locate where the entity was hiding and could only swing his sword in frustration.“Die!” Tyron screamed, charging at the air with reckless abandon."Hahaha! Foolish child. Dealing with you is as easy as crushing a bug. Why not submit to me? I could let you live a little longer," the entity taunted, his words dripping with scorn.Tyron’s face turned ice cold. He desperately wanted to kill the e
After Adrian's abrupt departure, Tyron was consumed with fury, burning with the desire to destroy the entity lurking in the void.With a cold sneer, the entity taunted, "I once fought one of your kind for three hundred rounds. I didn’t kill him, but I left him gravely wounded. What are you compared to that?"Tyron, enraged by the insult, shouted, "What do you think you are?!"A terrifying surge of power erupted from Tyron, catching the entity off guard. "You want death? I'll gladly give it to you!" the entity roared as it emerged from the void.Tyron, though shocked, knew retreat was not an option. He steeled himself, pushing forward with renewed determination. "For Adrian, I'll annihilate you, you monster!" he shouted, charging at the entity.The dark being extended a massive black hand toward Tyron.‘What terrifying power!’ Tyron thought, his disbelief clear on his face. Despite his desire to destroy the entity, its immense strength was undeniable.The entity chuckled mockingl
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