In the distance, terrifying waves of power spiraled through the air, while oppressive storm clouds loomed above as if part of a dark ritual. Drawn by the strange sounds and vibrations, immortals began arriving in droves. Soon, hundreds gathered at the site.In the heart of the mountains, a blood-red light surged upward, forming a formidable barrier that blocked everyone’s advance. When someone attempted to break through with a powerful punch, the barrier scorched their body on contact, sending them flying and knocking out several teeth.The crowd gasped in shock. This was no ordinary immortal but an Astral. Yet, he was repelled so easily. Realizing the danger, the onlookers watched with awe and caution.Adrian and Tyron arrived just in time to witness this scene. Approaching the area, Adrian instructed the Violet Rain Bird to shrink down and land discreetly in the shadows to avoid attention. With his recent treasure in hand, staying low-key seemed wise. Adrian sensed that many were
In the distance, the crowd watched eagerly, excitement growing with every moment."Could this really be an ancient emperor’s tomb?" one murmured."Why does it feel so overwhelming?" another asked, awestruck."If there are truly endless opportunities inside, and if this is indeed the tomb of an emperor, it must contain powerful techniques," someone reasoned. "Whoever obtains them could even establish their own sect!"The crowd's anticipation mounted with each word.Adrian, taken aback, wondered if such a tomb could indeed exist here. Ancient emperors’ tombs didn’t just appear by chance. These emperors had reached the pinnacle of power, their talent and strength so extraordinary they were second only to deities. They were capable of devastating entire worlds with a single strike.Tyron was equally stunned. “Could they be right?” he asked, his eyes wide. “If this is truly an emperor’s tomb, it must be filled with unimaginable treasures. And if it contains an emperor’s techniques, it
The surge of powerful newcomers made things difficult for Adrian and his group. More competitors meant that claiming any prize would be tougher. And with so many vying for a share, there wouldn’t be enough for everyone.Yet, if this was truly the tomb of an ancient emperor, any treasure inside could bring unimaginable fortune. Even a single artifact from such a figure could greatly boost one’s power and status, given the fearsome reputation of these ancient emperors.Adrian’s gaze sharpened as he sensed a chilling presence in the distance. Moments earlier, he’d caught the aura of an immortal at the perfected Divine Stage. It was a sign that serious players had entered the fray. It likely meant a high-stakes showdown was coming, and Adrian knew that, for now, keeping a low profile would be wise.Turning to Tyron, Adrian suggested, “Maybe we should disguise ourselves to avoid unnecessary trouble.”“Good idea,” Tyron agreed.With a swift motion, Tyron altered his appearance, impressi
Adrian shook his head in mild exasperation, feeling Tyron had underestimated the power of this technique. If humans struggled to detect such "tricks," then the daemons might indeed cause chaos.Only now did Adrian understand how the daemons had remained so elusive. Without grasping the methods behind these hidden techniques, they were nearly impossible to detect.Suddenly, a thunderous boom erupted from afar as someone launched an assault on the barrier. The attacker’s impatience reached a peak as he bellowed, “Damn it!”Adrian watched, mild disbelief on his face, as the person hammered recklessly at the barrier. I was as though he believed he could shatter it by force. Yet, the barrier was formidable and would not yield easily.The barrier shuddered under the relentless assault, seeming almost ready to break. The crowd looked on in astonishment, their eyes widening as they held their breath, shocked that the supposedly impenetrable barrier might actually give way.Then, a deafeni
The crowd erupted in fear as the old man’s words gave voice to a horrifying possibility: blood sacrifice. The realization was overwhelming. Such a method was deeply sinister, and only ancient tombs sealed for millennia demanded a price mortals could barely fathom.Faces marked by shock and unease, everyone cast furtive glances at one another, knowing what a blood sacrifice meant. Someone would need to be offered up, but who? No one was willing to volunteer as it meant certain death. The stronger immortals’ eyes began to narrow, focusing on the weaker ones among them.One of the Divines, a look of icy command on his face, spoke up, “We’ll establish a hierarchy. Those of the lowest level will go forward first. If you survive, count yourself lucky. If not, accept your fate.”Fury stirred among the weaker practitioners, but they were powerless to resist.The Divine’s eyes glinted coldly as he added, “Any objections? Step forward if you do.”A young man stepped out, defiance in his sta
The young man was consumed by rage at the figure's menacing demand, fully aware that only torment and death awaited him. "I refuse! You’ll suffer for this!" he shouted defiantly, launching himself forward.Suddenly, torrents of lightning rained down with a deafening roar. The chaotic destruction was swift, and the young man was obliterated before the horrified onlookers could even react. The terrifying force left no room for resistance or escape. By the time they grasped what had happened, it was too late.A heavy silence followed as the leading Divine glowered, his dissatisfaction palpable. “If you won’t step forward yourselves, I’ll select you,” he growled coldly. “Allies, help me send these feeble souls to the front.”As his voice faded, threads of power emerged in his grasp, and those nearby nodded in agreement, deciding that the weaker ones should serve as the first line of defense. The singled-out individuals tried to resist in terror, but their cries went unheard.“If you
Everyone was filled with shock as they pondered what might come next. The unfolding events hinted at the unfathomable nature of the ancient tomb before them.Suddenly, terrifying bursts of energy erupted from within the tomb. To Adrian, this sight brought a chilling realization. He could clearly sense a terrifying power surging wildly in the depths ahead. Even the slightest misstep could sweep him away like a helpless leaf caught in a violent tide.“Hmm, definitely no ordinary place,” Adrian murmured, glancing at Tyron who was wide-eyed with astonishment.Rumbles echoed ominously as tremors spread across the land, accompanied by an eerie, endless chorus of screams emanating from the tomb. The bone-chilling sound made Adrian's expression grow grim.The cries filled the air, and alarm spread across everyone’s faces. None had anticipated such terrifying sounds. It was as though countless souls had met their end within these walls. Some instinctively wanted to flee, yet the allure of t
The crowd longed for the hidden power to emerge and speak.In the midst of the tension, another Divine could no longer restrain himself. “Hmph! You’re just in the middle Divine Stage. What right do you have to shout so boldly? Do you truly think you’re invincible? Sending these people to their deaths is a crime against humanity.”“Their lives are worth no more than weeds,” the first Divine retorted, his expression turning icy. “You’re also at the middle Divine Stage. Even if we fought, it would be difficult to determine a clear victor. If you wish to die for these people, feel free to step forward. I won’t stop you. But if you don’t want to, then keep quiet. I’m sure everyone wants to see what lies within this ancient tomb.”The opposing Divine’s anger flared at the first Divine’s defiance. “Are you really sure this is the ancient tomb? In such a wicked place, with thunder crashing down from the void, we might all turn to ashes. What purpose does it serve to send these innocent peop