The evil spirit was furious beyond measure, its rage boiling at Adrian’s audacity. To the spirit, Adrian was nothing more than a brash young lad, overconfident and reckless. Despite being at the Divine Stage, the spirit scoffed at the notion that Adrian could pose a serious threat, especially since he had likely just made his breakthrough. The evil spirit's anger only intensified as it deemed Adrian's behavior intolerable.In truth, Adrian had just achieved his breakthrough, and the concept of "compromise" was foreign to him. To him, yielding was out of the question. All he felt was an unyielding resolve.“Since you’re seeking death, let me show you my power!” the evil spirit roared, its form swelling with an immense, terrifying aura.But Adrian had no doubts about his strength. No matter how fearsome this evil spirit appeared, he remained unfazed.“Die!” Adrian shouted, unleashing a terrifying power that was astonishing to behold. His energy seemed to pierce the sky itself.Boom!
Tyron stood frozen in shock, unable to believe what he was witnessing.Boom!The massive Violet Rain Bird was sent flying through the air.Adrian's gaze grew solemn as he spat out, "Damn it!"From the shadows, a sinister voice said, "Heh, did you really think that dealing with a Divine was that simple? Do you think you're something special? Pathetic insect. I will now show you the consequences of defying me."The malevolent entity's voice dripped with contempt. It was clearly looking down on Adrian. To it, Adrian was nothing more than a fool rushing headlong toward his doom.Adrian's expression grew even frostier. He was well aware that this hidden presence was a terrifying foe, especially with the monstrous beasts it had summoned. But even in the face of such overwhelming odds, Adrian refused to back down. A fierce and terrifying energy radiated from him, filling the air with a sense of unimaginable power."If you want to fight, then let’s do it! I’ll annihilate everything in m
"It's impossible. How are you this powerful?" The evil spirit's voice trembled in shock as it watched the scene unfold.Tyron and the Violet Rain Divine Bird were equally speechless. Adrian's sheer strength left them at a loss for words.With his expression unchanging, Adrian shot an icy glare at the enormous Divine beast, unleashing a powerful surge of energy as he charged forward. The beast was hurled through the air, crashing violently into the distance. This sent shockwaves across the battlefield."Hmph, pathetic." Adrian scoffed.The evil spirit was filled with disbelief at Adrian's strength. In mere moments, he had destroyed both of its Divine puppets. They were supposed to be invincible, yet Adrian obliterated them with ease."Any other tricks?" Adrian asked, his voice steady. "Show me everything you’ve got."Furious, the evil spirit trembled at the bold challenge. "I’ll make you beg for death!" it roared, as blood-red mist and thick black fog swirled ominously around them
"Don’t worry about us, Adrian. We won’t slow you down. Stay focused and don’t risk anything trying to protect us," Tyron urged, concern evident in his voice. He feared Adrian might act rashly in the heat of battle.But Adrian remained calm. "Relax. What reckless move could I possibly make? I’ve got this under control."Just then, a powerful force surged from Adrian as a mysterious rune appeared in his hand, radiating an overwhelming, terrifying energy.The surroundings trembled violently, and the energy in the air felt like it could tear apart the very fabric of space. The evil spirit’s presence seemed to embody pure destruction. Yet Adrian stood unshaken, staring into the abyss with cold, unyielding resolve. His face hardened with murderous intent as he braced for the coming danger."You reckless fool! How long do you think you can hold out?" the evil spirit roared in fury.It hadn’t expected Adrian to destroy its two prized puppet beasts. Losing these powerful creatures—its most
"Be careful, Adrian!" Tyron shouted, alarmed as he saw four streams of dark energy converging on Adrian.Adrian remained calm, unshaken by the impending attack. "Just a clown," he muttered. "Since you’ve come, I’ll eliminate you!" Golden energy exploded from his hand. His expression grew grim as he unleashed a powerful wave, sending shockwaves rippling through the air. The ground trembled as Adrian's power clashed with the incoming force. Two colossal energies collided, creating a violent storm of destruction. Tyron stood frozen in disbelief, knowing Adrian was fighting alone now. Despite wanting to help, he realized he’d only be a hindrance."Haha! Even a late Divine immortal would be helpless against my Spirit Shadow Formation! Do you really think you can take me on alone? You’re hopelessly naive!" The evil spirit’s voice echoed, cold and mocking.Humiliated by its repeated failures to kill Adrian, the spirit was determined to end him this time. Adrian’s continued defiance felt
But killing Adrian wasn’t as easy as the evil spirit hoped. Adrian had his confidence as his strength was no joke. If the spirit wanted him dead, Adrian wouldn’t make it easy.Beside him, Tyron was tense, his anxiety clear as he worried for Adrian’s safety. If something happened to Adrian, they’d all be in serious danger. They might even lose their lives here.The evil spirit sneered. “Don’t struggle, kid. Surrender now and I might spare your life. But those two beside you? They’ll become my food, and you’ll serve as my slave. It’s your only chance to avoid death. What do you say?”There was a begrudging admiration in the spirit's tone. It wasn’t every day you encountered a genius like Adrian.But Adrian’s expression remained cold, unmoved by the offer. “I’ve got a better idea,” he said slowly, catching the spirit's attention.“Oh? Do share,” the spirit replied, intrigued.Adrian smirked. “How about you become my slave instead? That way, everything’s settled.”Tyron and the Viol
Adrian could easily sense the intentions of the two beside him. He knew they genuinely wanted to help, but their assistance wouldn’t change the outcome. The situation ahead was far too dangerous, and the evil spirit they faced was immensely powerful. One wrong move could lead to their souls vanishing into nothing.Adrian didn’t want Tyron or the Violet Rain Bird involved in such a perilous battle. With a cold look, he ordered, “Stay back. Don’t come near me.”Trusting Adrian’s judgment, Tyron and the Violet Rain Bird obediently stayed put, knowing he wouldn’t put them in harm’s way.Now, Adrian stood face to face with the evil spirit, his expression as cold as ice. The spirit sneered at him. “Are you scared? I told you, you’re nothing but insects. Surrender now, and I might show mercy.”Adrian didn’t believe a word. The spirit was bluffing, and he had to stay cautious. Otherwise, he wouldn’t even know how he met his end.With that in mind, Adrian responded coldly, “You want me to
The Violet Rain Bird froze, sensing the terrifying power swirling in Adrian’s grasp.The energy radiated an overwhelming sanctity, unsettling even Tyron. Despite being a daemon and familiar with powerful forces, the intensity of Adrian’s strength was unmistakably fearsome.With cold determination, Adrian declared, “Let’s see who’s truly stronger.”The evil spirit sneered in response. “You’re the most ridiculous human I’ve ever met. You think you’re the strongest? You have no idea what you’re up against. Let me show you real power!”The spirit split its energy into two and charged at Adrian, filling the air with dread. Tyron and the Violet Rain Bird braced themselves, worried about what Adrian would face, but Adrian remained unfazed. His eyes gleamed with sharp resolve. He understood the danger but was confident in his strength.The atmosphere howled as if on the verge of shattering from the ferocity of the impending clash. With a powerful thrust, Adrian sent the golden light from
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