Hearing Adrian's suggestion, Tyron nodded in agreement. Adrian's advice made sense. If they acted recklessly, they might draw unwanted attention. Waiting and observing was indeed the best strategy for now.Meanwhile, the group continued to unleash their energy. A Divine looked into the distance and called out, “Everyone, give it your all. If we break this barrier, we’ll all be able to enter the ancient tomb and share the rewards. It’s just a matter of time.”Though everyone knew his words were a bit exaggerated, they understood that breaking the barrier was the real priority. Without doing so, they could wait a hundred years and get nowhere.The immortals formed complex hand seals, weaving their energies in the void like interlocking chains. The combined power surged into a massive energy wave, glowing in vibrant colors as it swelled and coalesced into a colossal energy sphere aimed directly at the barrier.Sensing this human energy, the divine lightning in the sky began to tremble
Riiiiip!The next second, the barrier before them tore open, revealing a massive rift. Through it, the crowd could glimpse a vast passageway shimmering with the glow of hidden treasures. The sight was a powerful temptation.Some people, overcome by greed, raced forward. They hoped to be the first to seize what lay beyond. One figure darted ahead, moving with astonishing speed, but as he neared the entrance, a bolt of divine lightning struck down from above.Boom!The devastating lightning, as heavy as a mountain, smashed into the man and flung him back with a thunderous impact. His rash attempt at gaining an advantage ended in ruin. He was blasted apart, leaving behind nothing but scattered remnants that were swiftly absorbed by the barrier.“Serves him right!” someone spat angrily.The dead man’s selfishness had sealed his fate. The gruesome scene left the crowd on edge. The barrier was more sinister and terrifying than they had imagined. Even the smallest misstep could result i
The surrounding land felt menacingly alive, far more frightening than expected. Unlocking this ancient tomb was clearly no simple feat.Tyron had a surprised expression. "Who knows if we can even open this tomb at this rate."Adrian replied calmly, "Whether it’s really a tomb or something else entirely is still up for debate. The divine lightning seems to injure even Divines. One misstep and they'll be smashed to pieces. Although the passage does reveal some treasures, they're not particularly rare or valuable. It feels like these treasures are just bait, tempting people to advance."Tyron’s eyes widened as he considered Adrian’s words. Indeed, the items drawing everyone’s attention were mere trinkets by Adrian’s standards. The vast passage radiated an unnatural allure, yet the scene itself was disturbingly eerie. It was hard to fathom the horrifying presence that could guard such a place.Boom!Violent tremors erupted again. Terrifying forces crashed down, leaving the crowd shock
The area before them seemed anything but ordinary, and everyone hoped the hidden expert would finally lend a hand. Only then would they stand a chance of breaking the barrier. Though the group’s combined efforts were powerful, the true deciding force lay with the concealed powerhouse."Very well."Suddenly, a voice echoed from the void, and the crowd’s morale surged."Hear that? With a senior willing to act, let’s give it everything to shatter this barrier! With luck, the lightning from above will vanish and we can seize the treasure. We can maybe even secure a way out of here," a leader rallied the group.After all, everyone was here to gain strength, to claim the treasures within. Channeling their energies into one, they released intense power, their strikes reverberating across the skies with such force that it seemed as if they were on the brink of splitting heaven and earth.Whoosh!Fierce winds roared, the combined strikes of the assembled experts shaking the surrounding sp
From Adrian’s perspective, the power emanating from inside the barrier seemed increasingly peculiar. He suspected that even if he ventured inside, he might struggle to control it.This realization filled him with hesitation, and he deliberated over whether or not to proceed. Charging forward recklessly could yield unpredictable consequences.Boom!Amidst the flickering, violent energies, Adrian’s expression remained icy and tinged with a murderous glint. In front of him, a Divine led the charge, his aura erupting with intense raging force.The Divine’s leadership proved crucial, and those around him quickly followed his cue and cast their attacks toward the barrier. Even the hidden expert in the shadows contributed, launching a powerful, earth-hued energy that blanketed the sky. This force alone matched the strength of hundreds, demonstrating the advantage of absolute power—strong enough to replace the effort of many.Boom!The barrier trembled, and the crowd watched hopefully.
Seeing this scene, Tyron looked astonished. "It seems like the barrier has been broken."Adrian sighed and replied, "Look carefully at the barrier. It’s only been torn open to form a large gap. Although everyone can enter, the divine lightning still looms in the air. Breaking this barrier completely isn’t as simple as it looks. It requires a specific formation-breaking technique."Adrian examined the ancient tomb's barrier in the distance, noting its structure and understanding the intricacies involved. He had a plan, but he wasn’t ready to make his move just yet.Observing the failed attempt, he wanted to let the others realize why their approach had fallen short. While the others celebrated, believing the large opening meant success, the leading expert wore a grim expression. Unlike the others, he sensed that the barrier hadn’t truly been broken. They’d only torn open a temporary gap. If they continued forward, they’d likely meet the same fate as the unfortunate man who’d been str
In the opinion of those who had left, there was no point in staying behind just to court death. Their current strength had reached its limit, and any further attempts to advance would be futile. They fully understood their situation and had no intention of wasting time here. Lingering any longer would only lead to death, and as more people left, the strong one hidden in the shadows grew displeased.Seeing the crowd thinning, one advanced Divine in the sky narrowed his eyes and said with an edge in his tone, "Everyone, if we keep going like this, we won’t accomplish anything. We may as well head home now. Here’s what I propose. Let’s make one final attempt to break through the barrier by directing our combined power through the gap. If we still fail, then this tomb was simply not meant for us."The crowd’s eyes flickered with determination. They knew this was their last hope, and despite the risk, they weren’t ready to surrender just yet. Some voiced their agreement, saying, "Alright,
Adrian knew it was crucial to proceed cautiously. "Wait a little longer. Now isn’t the best time to make a move,” he said.With a cold gaze, Adrian felt that rushing in now would be premature. He needed to wait patiently because charging in recklessly could lead to unforeseen consequences. A well-timed, decisive strike would be far more effective.Tyron nodded in agreement. "Alright, we’ll follow your lead." He understood that Adrian had a plan, and that acting impulsively might ruin everything.A terrifying power surged out, and Adrian watched with a steely gaze. It was unclear how long this standoff would last, but he sensed a resolution might be close.“Let’s see what happens soon,” he murmured as the ominous energy relentlessly battered the barrier before them.Boom!A powerful surge struck the barrier, causing everyone to tense up, watching in horror as the once-sturdy barrier trembled under the relentless onslaught. The rip expanded, and, to everyone's shock, the barrier fr
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