Adrian's soul trembled as he watched the scene before him. He was at a loss for words. Faced with this dire situation, he knew that only by exhausting every last ounce of his power might he stand a chance at survival. “Haha! Are you finally afraid, boy?” Andy’s twisted, deranged voice echoed. "Let me tell you, even if I die, I'm dragging you down with me!" Adrian quivered, feeling as though he might explode from within. He felt that he’d already reached his limits. He had pushed his soul power to its utmost, yet still, it felt insufficient to stop Andy. There was nothing Adrian could do now. His expression was grim, and his eyes were blazing with fury and tinged with helplessness. In such a position, anyone would be afraid, and it was an impressive feat that Adrian was able to keep his composure. “Haha, karma’s finally caught up to you. Everyone calls you a prodigy, yet you're about to die alongside me. I already gave you a chance, but you wasted it. Now, prepare to perish!” An
The earth trembled as everything around them quaked with a relentless intensity. Everyone watched in disbelief as cracks split the ground and the scene ahead was engulfed in an unrelenting wave of destruction. Stunned, they realized the sheer force of the clash between the two was tearing everything apart.Inside Adrian’s body, Andy sneered. “Heh, just a bit longer and I’ll see this kid’s body explode. My soul fragments should survive this.”He had calculated his move. This was his ultimate technique, one that few knew of and that had enabled him to defeat numerous opponents in the past.At that moment, Adrian felt a sharp, piercing pain surging through him as if his entire body was being torn apart.“Damn it!” he growled and clenched his teeth against the agony. The energy storm was overwhelming, and it was more intense than he’d anticipated.“Ah!” Adrian let out a scream that echoed throughout the space, leaving the onlookers shocked and uncertain of what had just happened.“Ha
Andy was seized with terror, unable to comprehend what was happening. The force heading straight toward him seemed to be targeting him. But how could it possibly have detected his presence?"This can't be! I don’t believe it!" His eyes widened with fear as he stumbled back, his whole body trembling. He tried desperately to retreat, but that ominous energy didn't give him the chance.Andy turned and fled with all his might. Adrian noticed, and his gaze hardened with icy resolve. He had suspected Andy had hidden resources up his sleeve, but he hadn’t anticipated that the strange force within him would expose Andy’s escape attempt. Now, this peculiar power seemed to be tracking Andy, seeking to eliminate him with uncanny intelligence."Get lost!" Andy bellowed in terror "No! Stop!" The foreign force wrapped around him. “I won’t accept this!" His voice rang out before he was swallowed entirely.Andy had likely never imagined such a dismal end. For someone who wielded such strength, he
Everyone was filled with shock and disbelief. In their eyes, Andy should have ensured his victory by now. Logically, it should be his energy that they sensed as the prevailing force, but it was Adrian’s power they felt emanating from the distance instead.The crowd couldn’t detect any trace of Andy’s energy, which left them deeply unsettled and wondering what had happened. One sharp-eyed young man muttered, “Could it be that the young man actually won? If that’s the case, then we have an opportunity here. We could swoop in and finish him off.”“He might have something incredible on him if he could take down Andy,” another chimed in.At these words, the crowd froze for a moment. Greedy glints appeared in some eyes as they began to feel tempted. The thought of such valuable spoils stirred their excitement, making them eager to take action and claim whatever they could.Meanwhile, Adrian was oblivious to their thoughts. He hovered just outside the cave while focused on absorbing Andy’s so
For an immortal, nothing was more dangerous than having their concentration broken during a critical moment of training. Such disruptions could have severe consequences. Fully aware of this, he focused on completing his absorption process, even as the force of the attackers seemed overwhelming.The crowd launched a frenzied assault on Adrian, whose protective barrier held strong against their strikes. However, the barrier was beginning to fracture, emitting cracks that signaled its imminent collapse. Suspended mid-air, Adrian appeared serene, a sight that briefly stunned his attackers with an unexpected sense of calm.“He’s regaining his strength! Now’s the time to finish him off! Don’t hesitate!” the middle-aged leader yelled as he charged forward, prompting the others to unleash a barrage of attacks at Adrian.Someone in the crowd sneered. “Kill him and we’ll split all his treasures.”"Is that so?" A chilling voice suddenly rang out.Adrian’s eyes snapped open, his gaze cold and
For a moment, agonized cries filled the air, and the area was littered with dead bodies. Adrian’s strength had doubled after absorbing Andy's power. He had now reached the peak of the Divine Stage, and he was just a step away from the Fusion Stage.This rapid advancement took Adrian by surprise, given how quickly his soul power had risen. Yet, it was Andy’s greed that led to this result.With the crowd defeated, their soul essences drifted around, and Adrian let out a cold laugh. “Those who kill will be killed in turn. Since you came to take my life, your soul power will now become mine.”With a wave, Adrian gathered the dispersed soul power into a powerful essence and absorbed it without hesitation. After having taken their power, Adrian suddenly sensed a formidable force racing toward him from afar.“What’s going on? Could it be another strong opponent approaching?” Adrian’s expression grew tense as he felt the immense power heading his way. Not willing to stay any longer, he tur
Adrian scanned the distant landscape and soon settled in an open spot. He figured that nobody would pass by this barren place, so he settled down and set up a barrier. After that, he began restoring his energy.Almost immediately, he felt himself drawing in the power around him, and his strength slowly replenished. He was surprised as he hadn’t expected to see such rapid growth in this new world. He assumed his advancement would slow, yet his strength had only increased at a remarkable pace.However, he was well aware that relying on absorbed energy from others could prove detrimental to his training. A few times was one thing, but using this method indefinitely would harm his foundational strength.Adrian continued to recuperate, and he didn't know how much time had passed. Eventually, nightfall enveloped the desert. By now, his energy had almost completely recovered, bringing his power close to a new peak. He sensed he was just a step away from reaching the pinnacle of the Divine
“Haha, you still think you're some high and mighty princess? Now that it’s come to this, we will kill you today!” the black-clad figures jeered as they swung their weapons.In an instant, one of them pierced the middle-aged man who had been protecting Renee, driving the weapon straight through his ribs. The man collapsed to the ground, and his blood dyed the ground beneath him red. It was a gruesome sight.Renee hadn’t expected that her last remaining ally would also fall. Despair filled her eyes. She was merely at the early Divine Stage, while some of the pursuers were reaching the later Divine Stage.The hopelessness weighed heavily on her. Her gaze turned cold, and she spoke through gritted teeth, “You’ll pay for this. You know who I am, and those behind me will never let you get away with this.”With that, she turned and fled. She knew that any hesitation would mean her death.“Haha! Where do you think you’re going? You’ll die here in this desert, and no one will know we kille
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