To Adrian, the identity of the old man didn't matter. Anyone who sought to kill him was an enemy.With explosive fury, Adrian unleashed a barrage of attacks. The old man observed Adrian’s reckless moves and felt insulted, convinced Adrian was mocking him. This only fueled the old man’s rage. He had never encountered someone as audaciously arrogant as Adrian.“Fine, if that’s how you want it!” the old man growled, his fury unchecked. A violent surge of power erupted from him, causing the entire cave and the surrounding landscape to rumble. His voice dripped with malice as he taunted, "Now do you see how weak you are, boy?"Adrian scoffed. "Is that so? We’ll see who’s truly weak."Charging forward, Adrian met the old man’s attack head-on. Their powers collided violently, sending shockwaves rippling outward.Boom!The cave quaked, rocks shattering and raining down. The old man’s strength was overwhelming, and before long, Adrian was sent flying."Adrian!" Tyron and Violet Rain Bird
Adrian had no regard for the old man's feelings. His only focus was to escape quickly. The old man was terrifying, radiating Divine Stage power capable of shattering everything in an instant. It was as if he could tear apart heaven and earth. Relentlessly, the old man pursued Adrian and his companions, intent on exterminating the three of them.In light of this threat, Adrian urged the others to move forward at top speed. With an icy tone, he instructed, "You two, stay behind me. If anything happens, prioritize your safety." The other two understood that ignoring Adrian's orders would lead to disaster. His eyes reflected coldness and terror, leaving no room for doubt.The Violet Rain Bird looked surprised, unsure of Adrian’s plan. If things continued this way, the situation could escalate unpredictably, especially given the threat posed by a Divine Stage.Suddenly, a series of terrifying vibrations erupted ahead, causing Adrian to grow even colder. "Keep pace with me and don’t f
Adrian smiled faintly. "You want to compete with me? You’re not even in my league," he said coldly. "Since that’s the case, let’s face this together!" His anger surged, his killing intent boundless.Seeing this, the old man roared in fury and charged at them. Adrian’s expression turned icy, knowing the old man was determined to drag them all down with him. He aimed to exhaust them completely. Even if he had to risk his life fighting the Human Ghoul, he could still take the treasures from the three of them. Adrian saw through the old man’s plan, and the other two sensed the latter’s intentions as well.Adrian’s expression grew colder as he noticed the Human Ghoul baring its fangs, an evil aura radiating from it. Its massive palm came straight at him, aiming to crush him.Adrian dodged just in time, swiftly moving toward the old man. Realizing Adrian’s plan to stir up chaos, the old man sneered. “Don’t think you can escape so easily. If you want death, I’ll grant it to you." He raised
Seeing the Human Ghoul focus all its attacks on the old man while ignoring Adrian, who had fallen to the side, both Tyron and the Violet Rain Bird were stunned."Run!" Adrian's voice boomed, snapping them out of their shock.Without hesitation, the trio bolted forward at lightning speed, not daring to look back. They knew the tide of the battle could shift at any moment, and staying any longer would have disastrous consequences. There was no turning back now. They could only move forward. Adrian surged ahead, paying no mind to the fight between the old man and the Human Ghoul."Stop right there, you bastard!" the old man roared, his voice echoing through the cave, shaking the surrounding boulders.He hadn’t expected things to turn out like this. Luck had clearly shifted in Adrian’s favor, allowing him to escape. Now, the old man found himself trapped by the Human Ghoul, unable to pursue them. If he were seriously injured, how could he face Adrian and the others again?Enraged, t
The old man was furious, determined to annihilate Adrian. He knew his situation all too well. With the Human Ghoul blocking his way, his only option was to defeat it first.Rumble!The cave shook violently, the sheer force of the tremor terrifying.Boom!A chaotic surge of overwhelming power filled the air, appearing incredibly formidable.Thud, thud, thud!The Human Ghoul was knocked back, its enormous pupils glowing with strange black energy as waves of power erupted from its body, and Adrian watched the battle intently.With his rage building, the old man drew a blood-red sword, menacing and fearsome.‘Oh, that’s a fine weapon,’ Adrian thought as he touched a nearby stone, feeling a temptation to claim it for himself. If he could absorb the sword’s power, his strength would increase significantly. Not only that, but he could also absorb the old man's energy.Adrian’s gaze sharpened, but he knew better than to act impulsively. Charging recklessly into the fray could have dir
Boom!The two forces collided with terrifying power, creating a scene that was both frightening and astonishing.The old man’s eyes gleamed coldly. “Undead creature, it’s time for you to descend into hell!” An immense surge of energy erupted from his hand, striking the Human Ghoul.Crack!The Human Ghoul’s right arm was instantly severed. The old man’s power had clearly increased, subtly reaching the intermediate Divine Stage.Adrian, watching from the sidelines, frowned. In such a short time, the old man had become this powerful. If he had faced the old man directly, he’d likely be dead by now.However, with the Human Ghoul holding the old man at bay, Adrian knew the old man’s secret technique wouldn’t last long and that he had to act decisively. If he missed this chance, the old man might turn the tables on him.As Adrian contemplated his next move, the Human Ghoul bared its fangs and lunged at the old man, grabbing and wounding his arm. A wave of toxic energy surged over the
The sword’s soul-devouring effect caused the flames of the Human Ghoul's soul to flicker momentarily, visibly weakening it. Adrian realized this must be the soul-devouring power at work.The old man swung his sword again, aiming directly at the Human Ghoul’s head.Aaaaargh!A piercing scream erupted from the Human Ghoul, echoing through the air. The sound was filled with agony, a clear sign of the Soul Devouring Sword’s terrifying malice.Adrian now fully understood. His gaze sharpened as he looked at the sword, but he knew it wasn’t yet the right time to seize it.The Human Ghoul staggered backward, gasping for breath as its aura weakened. Then, suddenly, its eerie energy surged, signaling an imminent self-destruction.Seeing this, the old man roared, “Damn creature! How dare you!” He desperately activated the Soul Devouring Sword, which glowed with a bloody light, devouring his own blood in the process.Rumble!The old man's face grew pale as the sword consumed more of his po
At this moment, Adrian quietly waited while the old man looked around, feeling reassured.The old man was aware that Adrian had fled ahead with the other two, so he settled down to rest and recover his strength. Already weakened, he knew that if he didn’t restore himself soon, he might face grave danger.The old man valued his life immensely. The higher one’s strength, the more one treasured their existence. At his age, the fear of death only intensified.As the old man sat cross-legged, he laid the Soul Devouring Sword beside him. From a distance, Adrian stared at the sword intently. Its blood-red glow shimmered ominously.Faintly, a wave of evil power radiated from the sword, but to Adrian, it appeared as an extraordinary treasure. If he could obtain this sword, it would significantly enhance his strength.His top priority was to eliminate the old man. He knew the old man had become a target of his vengeance, and he absolutely could not let the old man live. The old man already
What had initially appeared to be a dense swarm of beasts now seemed far less daunting.Adrian smiled slightly, satisfied. This was the result he had hoped for.At that moment, the Soul Devouring Sword glowed even more intensely.Adrian smiled faintly again. The sword was growing stronger, and that worked in his favor.He let out a cold chuckle. "Now, let's see what can stop me."As his words fell, a powerful, terrifying roar reverberated in the distance.A violent sound, full of rage, tore through the air. It seemed an even more fearsome beast was approaching.Adrian's eyes gleamed coldly as he sensed the change.From the distant horizon, a massive creature emerged from the void.It was an ancient beast—a bird, to be precise.Adrian's eyes widened in surprise. He hadn't expected it to be an ancient beast, let alone one as powerful as the Red Feather Divine Bird.The bird's greatest strength lay in its wings, forged from mystic iron. A single blow from those wings could infl
As soon as Adrian spoke, he made his move. The terrifying beast at the peak of the Void Stage posed a serious challenge.Adrian, currently an intermediate Void Stage warrion, faced a formidable opponent in the beast's immense size and power.Without any command from Adrian, the Soul Devouring Sword charged into the swarm of beasts, cutting down everything in its path with ruthless ferocity.Each time Adrian killed a beast, the sword rapidly consumed its blood and soul energy.In the blink of an eye, Adrian and his sword wreaked havoc across the battlefield, showing no signs of slowing down.Despite the bloodthirsty beasts surrounding him, Adrian remained calm.His fierce struggle only intensified their madness, and they relentlessly tried to kill him. It was clear they wouldn't stop until Adrian was destroyed.The battle had become frenzied.Adrian's movements grew faster and fiercer, while the air around him shook violently, as if the world itself quaked under the battle's int
Adrian was acutely aware of his surroundings, but his focus remained on recovering his strength. He couldn't afford to be distracted by what was happening outside.This moment was critical for Adrian. He had to regain his power quickly. In a place like this, any weakness would likely lead to his death.Even the strongest men couldn't survive waves of demonic beasts without their full strength.As the saying went, "A war of attrition is the key to victory."Adrian understood this better than ever.Thousands of beasts seemed to be charging at him, but he didn't waste time thinking about it. His priority was to restore his strength and confront these terrifying creatures.The air crackled with violent energy as a massive beast charged at him.This creature, at the peak of the Void Stage, exuded an aura of pure terror.Adrian could feel his power slowly returning as he rose to his feet. These beasts were powerful, but he was not afraid.The giant beast struck Adrian's barrier with
Adrian's speed remained astonishing. He unleashed his strength again while the Holy Son reached the thirtieth step below him. Despite the progress, the gap between them was still immense. The Holy Son hadn't expected Adrian to catch up so quickly. By now, Adrian had already reached the seventieth step. In an instant, Adrian's power surged, and his body radiated a brilliant glow. A golden barrier enveloped him, exuding an intimidating aura that discouraged anyone from approaching. For the Holy Son, this was a bitter humiliation. Adrian's rise felt like a slap in the face.Not long ago, he had mocked Adrian as insignificant, but now it seemed clear who truly deserved that label. Rage consumed him. Adrian surged up to the seventy-fifth step. Suddenly, the sensation of space shifting gripped him—he was about to enter a new realm. In a flash, he found himself in a vast grassland. Scanning his surroundings with sharp, alert eyes, he couldn't discern his location but recognize
This scene left Andy speechless. The stairs were undeniably terrifying, yet Adrian ascended them with ease.Andy had started the climb first but now found himself near the back.Kurt had initially lingered, merely observing.When he finally began his ascent, his strength made the climb seem effortless.His primary duty was to protect the Holy Son, so he advanced swiftly and without hesitation. He knew that if he failed and something happened to the Holy Son, responsibility would rest squarely on his shoulders.Meanwhile, Adrian dashed at an astonishing speed, rapidly closing the distance between himself and Finnian.Finnian's eyes widened with surprise as he watched Adrian. "What kind of person are you, kid? With such a powerful physique... your future promises to be extraordinary."Adrian chuckled modestly. "You're too kind. My abilities are hardly worth mentioning."He saw no reason to boast, knowing Finnian wasn't an ordinary figure. If Finnian unleashed his true power, Adri
Adrian's energy surged as the body-strengthening methods activated within him. His nerves tightened, and his blood pulsed with vitality, every cell brimming with excitement.As the divine lightning descended, Adrian's body transformed into a blazing furnace.Crimson lightning poured into him, tempering and forging his form like molten steel in a smith's forge.Terrifying bolts struck him repeatedly, yet his eyes gleamed with exhilaration rather than fear.Finnian watched in stunned disbelief. "How is this possible? Could this guy truly be one of the legendary immortals?"Memories surfaced in Finnian's mind. He had witnessed such power before—but only in a bygone era. He never imagined he would see it again.Long ago, he had encountered a prodigy with the Thunder God Physique, someone capable of absorbing divine lightning without harm. Instead, the lightning strengthened their body, transforming them into a near-unstoppable force.Now, Adrian exhibited the same phenomenon.Obliv
Adrian leaped lightly, and 90,000 units of force pressed down on his body. He was momentarily stunned but, to his surprise, found he could withstand it.At his previous strength, such immense gravitational pressure would have been insurmountable. While he could now endure it, the ease with which he managed was entirely unexpected.Perplexed, Adrian pondered whether the crimson divine lightning that had fused with his body was the source of his newfound resilience. The possibility left him in awe.Was the crimson lightning truly that formidable?He struggled to comprehend it but couldn't suppress a surge of joy. Misfortune seemed to have turned into fortune.If the lightning was truly this beneficial, he wouldn't mind being struck a few more times. Surely, his body would grow even stronger.With renewed determination, Adrian took another step forward.Below, Andy and the others watched, speechless.To them, Adrian hardly seemed human. His effortless ascent and composed demeanor
The crimson divine lightning was an ancient, destructive force, capable of annihilating a person instantly, reducing both body and soul to nothingness.Despite this peril, Adrian stood unfazed, exuding an almost defiant calm that struck onlookers as recklessly suicidal.A faint smile tugged at the corner of his lips as he dismissed Andy's warning.Once Adrian made a decision, others' opinions became meaningless. What mattered was whether his actions aligned with his expectations.Within him, energy began to circulate.The violent crackle of lightning roared through the sky, sending a bone-chilling resonance across the land.Many trembled at the ominous sound.Adrian's expression hardened as his body emitted faint crackling sounds.The crimson lightning's devastating power surged through him, making every cell in his body tremble under its crushing intensity.Yet, despite the searing pain, a glimmer of satisfaction lit his eyes. He knew exactly what needed to be done.Adrian l
Adrian's face darkened.Spatial fragments hurtling toward him radiated lethal force. On closer inspection, each shard bristled with deadly intent.Terrifying energies erupted, shaking the void as if it might collapse entirely.Below, the Holy Son observed with a cold smirk. "Hahaha! Let's see how you survive this. With the gravitational force on you now exceeding 80,000 units, you're nothing but an overconfident ant."Adrian shot him an icy glance. "Oh? Then you're not even on par with an ant."The Holy Son trembled with fury. He burned with the urge to strike Adrian down.Adrian had become both his greatest humiliation and the demon haunting his heart. Unless he destroyed Adrian, his future ambitions would remain stifled.In the distance, Kurt watched grimly. He hadn't expected Adrian to grow so formidable or to trigger such pivotal events.Adrian's suppression of the Holy Son only confirmed the man's long-held suspicion: Adrian was no ordinary immortal.Now that Adrian had p