Adrian looked at the small creature before him and smiled. The Fire Unicorn was quite endearing in its current state, especially with its eagerness to prove him wrong. "Alright then! I believe you. Which direction should we go?"Both Tyron and the Violet Rain Bird were taken aback by Adrian’s trust in the newly tamed Fire Unicorn. While it was unlikely that the creature would lie, its small and fragile appearance made them skeptical.“‘Is this little guy just trying to stir up some excitement?” they said.Adrian’s sharp gaze cut through their doubts. "I’ll trust him this time. I don’t think this little one would lie easily. After all, it’s been here for over a hundred years."A hundred years?Tyron and the Violet Rain Bird were shocked. They hadn’t expected the Fire Unicorn to have been in this place for a century.Finally recovering from its surprise, the Violet Rain Bird nodded in understanding. "A hundred years isn’t unusual for unicorns. To them, a century passes in the blin
The Fire Unicorn appeared a bit anxious, making soft, eager sounds as if trying to reassure Adrian that it could indeed lead the way.Adrian smiled affectionately and said, “It's okay, little one. Even if we don’t find it, it’s not your fault. Just keep going."The tiny Fire Unicorn nodded and continued to guide them.Before they realized it, the group had covered a significant distance and found themselves deep within the forest. As they pressed on, they sensed the increasing strength of the beasts in the area. One wrong step could easily lead them into grave danger.Adrian surveyed the surroundings cautiously and felt a strange, pulsating energy in the distance. Excitedly, the Fire Unicorn waved its little hoof toward the far end of the forest, seemingly pointing to the location of the Prism Stone.Adrian was taken aback. “Are you saying the stone is up ahead?”The Fire Unicorn nodded eagerly.Adrian paused for a moment, surprised. Beside him, the Violet Rain Bird looked equal
Adrian stood firm. “Since we’ve come this far, we have to bring it back. Otherwise, what’s the point of coming here?”Giving up wasn’t an option for him. His entire mission hinged on acquiring the Prism Stone and the Phoenix Tree. With the stone now within reach, he wasn’t backing down.Seeing his resolve, the Violet Rain Bird and the others knew there was no changing his mind.The Fire Unicorn, watching Adrian, sensed something profound in the latter. It lifted a tiny hoof, as if encouraging Adrian to return safely.Adrian chuckled. “Haha, little one, you’ve just joined us. Stay here and wait for me. You’re strong, but that beast ahead is more than you can handle.”Tyron asked calmly, “Adrian, how confident are you?”He trusted Adrian, but without a solid plan, charging forward would be reckless.Adrian’s gaze was cold yet determined. “I’m not completely sure, but with the right strategy, I should be fine.”His response left the group stunned, unsure of what he had in mind. Se
Adrian continued working on the formation while his companions watched in awe. With heavy hearts, they watched as he completed the spatial teleportation formation. He then carefully set up a concealed formation to hide its presence, ensuring no one could detect it.Tyron, amazed by Adrian’s ingenuity, spoke up, “Adrian, stay vigilant and be careful.”Adrian smiled, reassuring them. “Don’t worry, I value my life too much to be reckless.” He chuckled softly. “You should all retreat for now. I’ll be with you shortly.”With a determined look, Adrian finalized the spatial formation. Though the distance ahead spanned several hundred meters, the teleportation formation gave him confidence that he could escape if pursued by a powerful beast.Suddenly, thunderous roars echoed in the distance. The terrifying sound was a clear warning from the beast, urging Adrian and his companions to leave or face dire consequences.Adrian’s expression grew serious. The creature was indeed formidable, and
If Adrian let his guard down for even a moment, the beast could easily end his life. His expression remained cold as he cautiously approached the monstrous creature.Despite Adrian's careful movements, the beast sensed the unusual energy drawing near. Its massive, bulging eyes locked onto Adrian, who suddenly vanished from sight.In the blink of an eye, Adrian found himself beneath the creature's gigantic paw. As the beast continued to move, Adrian’s sharp gaze remained fixed in the distance.There, glowing brilliantly, was the radiant Prism Stone. Not far from it stood the Phoenix Tree. The sight of these treasures stirred excitement within Adrian, but he knew acquiring them wouldn’t be easy.The Prism Stone pulsated with immense power, sending ripples through the air. Sensing his opportunity, Adrian’s expression hardened. After assessing the beast’s overwhelming presence, Adrian realized this would be a tough challenge.In a swift move, he released a surge of energy toward the P
"Rrraaaggh!!"The beast trembled, letting out a furious roar that echoed through the air. Adrian was surprised to see the Prism Stone emitting a strange energy as if warning nearby creatures to stay away.Intrigued, Adrian wondered, ‘Could the Prism Stone have a life of its own? If so, taking it might be more complicated than I had anticipated.’The beast also sensed the essence of the Prism Stone, but it wasn’t deterred. Its only desire was to seize the stone, and it charged toward it without hesitation.Suddenly, the Prism Stone flared with a terrifying brilliance, unleashing a surge of energy at the approaching beast. The beast, however, showed no fear. It casually raised a paw to counter the stone’s attack.When their powers collided, a massive shockwave exploded through the air. Adrian watched in disbelief. He hadn't expected the Prism Stone’s strength to rival that of a perfected Divine beast.Meanwhile, the Fire Unicorn and its companions felt the distant disturbance. Thei
Boom!A powerful force erupted, startling Adrian as it rushed toward him. He quickly darted behind a towering tree for cover. The massive beast glanced briefly in his direction but dismissed him entirely, focused solely on the Prism Stone.To the beast, Adrian was just a low-level immortal, not worth its attention. This indifference worked in Adrian's favor though. It meant he could safely observe the unfolding battle.The Prism Stone's radiant light surged like a tidal wave, crashing into the beast’s enormous form. Enraged, the beast's glowing eyes widened as it bared its fangs and unleashed an even fiercer blaze, as though it intended to capture and refine the stone. The sight was astonishing. One could almost believe the Prism Stone had powers of its own.Adrian’s expression grew grim as the situation became increasingly dangerous. He wondered if the beast could actually overpower the Prism Stone. If it failed, he knew the consequences could be dire for him. The stone’s power wa
Adrian observed the scene before him, his expression growing serious. The massive creature was terrifying. Yet, it seemed no match for the Prism Stone. The stone's power was truly alarming, and Adrian couldn't help but wonder about its true nature.As he thought about it, his expression grew solemn. He began strategizing how to obtain the Prism Stone. Those outside had claimed it was merely a divine stone, so why was it so fearsome? It appeared that anyone attempting to claim the stone risked being destroyed by it first.Adrian hesitated, unsure if he should even try to take the stone. He needed it to complete his mission, but the situation was incredibly dangerous.Just then, the stone’s light had enveloped the beast in an instant, drastically changing Adrian’s expression. As the beast and the stone fought fiercely, Adrian was astonished. The Prism Stone radiated five elements—gold, wood, water, fire, and earth—surrounding the beast as if preparing to annihilate it completely.Thi
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