Adrian held nothing back, while Tyron was filled with apprehension. Adrian’s companions couldn’t be sure if he could handle the situation. Given the monster's terrifying strength, Adrian appeared somewhat diminished.Seeing that Adrian showed no signs of fear, the monster let out a deafening roar.“Die!” Adrian shouted, unleashing his ferocious power.Rumble!The entire space trembled, and Adrian noticed a strange force had stirred within the murals around him moments ago. The grotesque monster twisted its massive head while emitting a series of horrific sounds. In the next second, dark miasma poured from the creature.Adrian's expression remained icy. Meanwhile, Tyron and the others watched in tense silence, uncertain whether Adrian could withstand the creature's might. The monster's strange powers were terrifying, and it was clear that a misstep could lead to catastrophic consequences.After Adrian scrutinized the miasma, he said, "This power… It bears traces of daemonic energy
Adrian stared back with an icy glare. "Foolish creature, how dare you challenge me? I’ll teach you that humans are not to be trifled with," he growled as he pulled out the Soul Devouring Sword.The battle had reached an intense climax, and it was clear the creature’s power was formidable. Without the sword, Adrian doubted he could match it.As Adrian unsheathed his weapon, a dark, menacing aura emanated from the blade. Sensing the malevolent force radiating from the sword, the creature took a few cautious steps back. Adrian smirked coldly. "Afraid now, are you?"Without hesitation, Adrian thrust the sword forward. The strike cut through the air as though it could tear through space itself. Caught off guard, the beast struggled to defend itself, trying to block both the incoming fist and the sword.The sound of metal clashing echoed. Then, with a sudden thrust, Adrian pierced through one of the creature’s tentacles. With a flick of the sword, he severed the tentacle completely.T
Adrian’s expression grew cold as suddenly, a golden light emerged from the monster’s lifeless body. Adrian was surprised. By all logic, this creature had been pure evil, so how could such a radiant and holy glow emanate from it?Watching as the golden light began to move forward, Adrian quickly cast a barrier to contain it. The light seemed to try to escape but was soon trapped within Adrian's barrier.Tyron observed the strange glow. "Adrian, this light feels unusual. I sense a hint of holiness in it. It's so much so that even we daemon would be wary of it," he remarked with surprise.“This light resembles something akin to holy light, but it isn’t exactly the same,” Adrian murmured. “This tomb is turning out to be stranger than I thought.”Tyron nodded thoughtfully. “It might come in handy later. It’s said that in every ancient emperor’s tomb, there are items that seem out of place, but each has its purpose.”The statement made sense in its own way, and Adrian nodded in agreemen
Ahead of them lay the white light the group had to traverse, and Adrian knew that they had to be cautious. One wrong move could send all of them into an abyss from which there would be no return.With a resolute expression, Adrian led the way and the tremors around them intensified. He took a bold step forward, and his three companions followed. Cold winds swirled around them as fragments of shattered space hurtled toward them."What’s going on? A chaotic space current?" Adrian muttered in disbelief. "It seems we’ve ended up in a disordered space. We might not be headed toward the emperor’s tomb at all."Tyron’s eyes widened. "This isn’t what I expected. Could it be that this place doesn’t lead to the ancient emperor’s tomb?"Adrian’s gaze hardened as he assessed the surrounding void and the deadly space fragments colliding with an explosive rumble. The terrifying sound was the result of fragments of space crashing into each other, sending shockwaves through the void. His unease de
Adrian couldn't help but think that the ancient emperor must have been a bit too free with their time to devise all this.Suddenly, a deafening rumble echoed ahead as the void darkened. Bolts of divine lightning began to arc through the darkness. The sound crackled and snapped like the buildup of an impending storm.Adrian’s eyes widened slightly in surprise, while Tyron blurted out in alarm, “Spatial Divine Thunder? Our luck is extraordinarily bad, isn’t it?”This type of thunder was so rare in spatial travel that even in a million years, few would ever encounter it. Yet, it happened right in their path.The Violet Rain Bird looked equally surprised as it added, “Even a Fusion immortal would likely be obliterated by this.”Adrian felt a surge of tension. Though his strength was formidable, facing Spatial Divine Thunder was an entirely different challenge. Only someone at the Void Stage could hope to withstand its power. For most, encountering such a force was certain death.The
Adrian sensed that these relentless challenges were tests from the ancient emperor to test the limits of their resolve. It seemed a little bit overwhelming, yet for the sake of legendary treasure and the mysteries buried in the ancient emperor’s tomb, they had to press forward.Boom!A terrifying explosion echoed through the air. The barrier was under tremendous pressure, and Adrian could feel a surge of divine lightning striking his body. It was as though it was testing his endurance against its immense force.Astonishingly, Adrian sensed that he could withstand it. Perhaps the earlier lightning he had absorbed had strengthened his body’s resistance. With a glint of madness in his eyes, he urged the others, "You guys hold the line. I’ll take on some of the load."Without hesitation, Adrian stepped outside the barrier. As he did, Tyron shouted, "Don't be reckless, Adrian! It’s far too dangerous!" The Violet Rain Bird shrieked anxiously, “Master Adrian, it's too dangerous! You can
The terrifying force continued to pound down relentlessly as if intent on shattering space itself. Tyron watched with wide eyes as Adrian was devouring the power of divine lightning.“This is madness!” the Violet Rain Bird exclaimed in disbelief.Tyron said, “Adrian is no ordinary person, that’s for sure. Let’s hope he grows stronger from this.”With Adrian absorbing the brunt of the lightning, the barrier was taking only partial hits. He was currently the one in the most danger as he was engulfed in the raging storm of energy. Moments ago, he had been helping to stabilize the barrier, but now, he was seated cross-legged in midair.As the strange, formidable energy surged further into the distance, the others’ tension spiked. The Fire Unicorn rose to its hunches, watching Adrian with intense focus, ready to break through the barrier to join him if needed."He's actually training in the heart of this lightning storm?" Tyron exclaimed, "This is incredible!”No ordinary person could
Not everyone had the same terrifying strength as Adrian, whose abilities far surpassed what anyone could comprehend. He could absorb the power of lightning, feeling the fearsome energy tearing through him, relentlessly striking his body and vibrating within him.The lightning pulsed and crackled, embedding itself deeply in his every fiber, strengthening him. His flesh seemed to smolder under the relentless assault, and even his bones began to gleam with a greenish light, revealing a mysterious energy flickering within him.Adrian, however, wasn’t fully aware of the strange transformation taking place within him. He only felt the lightning wrapping around him, searing and tempering every inch of his skin.Finally, as Adrian passed through the heart of the thunderstorm, the intense pressure lessened. The Violet Rain Bird and Tyron both sighed in relief. Only the Fire Unicorn continued to fixate on Adrian from behind the barrier, aware that he was in the middle of a crucial training pr
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