If Renee was truly the princess of Ciawales, it would mean she held Adrian in very high regard. This then raised the question, what was Adrian’s true identity?The onlookers couldn't help but feel that Adrian was far from ordinary.Lyndon, better informed than anyone else, knew full well that the Renee and Henryk before him were the real deal. His expression turned to one of shock and apprehension. Looking at Adrian, he felt both amazement and fury. Adrian’s audacity infuriated him, and he began to ponder his next move.Enraged, Lyndon shouted, “Since you’re so eager to die, don’t blame me for being ruthless! Form up!”At his command, the soldiers’ armor clattered as they drew their longswords. A chilling wind spread across the field. These were hardened warriors, veterans who had seen battle, shed blood, and taken lives. Their power surged as if they were ready to annihilate everything in their path.“Charge!” the soldiers roared in unison, forming a battle formation and charging
The opposing side seemed intent on treating Adrian as an easy target to crush. But to Adrian, this was utterly impossible. His strength might not be overwhelming, but it was far from weak. If they wanted to humiliate him, they would have to face the consequences.Adrian’s surging power continued to ripple outward, and his expression carried a chilling killing intent. “If you’re so eager to kill me, then come at me. Let me see what kind of generals Ciawales has to offer,” he said coldly, his gaze frosty.Hearing this, Lyndon immediately realized Adrian was not bluffing. From the earlier display, it was clear Adrian was far from ordinary.Yet, a seed of doubt lingered in Lyndon’s heart. Was Adrian’s power truly his own, or was he bolstered by some powerful spirit treasure?This thought left Lyndon uncertain. If this strength was not entirely Adrian’s, then what was the true source? Everything about the situation felt unreal to him.Adrian remained composed, his sharp gaze betraying
To the onlookers, the situation was utterly nerve-wracking. The power of the Black Tiger Formation was undeniable, yet Adrian stood there calmly, his expression indifferent.“This apparently powerful formation... You dare call it a true formation? How laughable. I doubt any of you even understand the fundamentals of formations,” Adrian remarked with a faint smile, his words instantly enraging the opposing soldiers.“Bastard! You may be arrogant, but you will not insult Ciawales’ great formation!” Lyndon bellowed.His proclamation was echoed by the furious glares of his soldiers. To them, the Black Tiger Formation was a symbol of their nation’s strength, and Adrian’s blatant disdain filled them with hatred.Adrian merely chuckled. “Still don’t believe me? Fine, I’ll shatter your so-called formation with a single punch. It really is a joke.”The crowd found Adrian’s words absurd. He seriously believed he could destroy a formation capable of withstanding the attacks of tens of thousa
Everyone stared at this scene, their eyes filled with shock. They never expected that the formidable Lyndon with so many soldiers behind him would be decisively defeated within just moments at Adrian’s hands.This scene was truly terrifying. There was no suspense at all. To the onlookers, their eyes reflected nothing but astonishment and disbelief.Adrian said indifferently, "That's enough, though it seems it's still lacking a little." He slowly walked towards Lyndon.The situation before them was now abundantly clear. At this point, Adrian exuded a kingly aura. The crowd, watching closely, could feel the tension in the air, realizing that Lyndon was no match for him. Adrian had clearly already gained the upper hand.The onlookers’ gaze sharpened as they watched, but Lyndon was still unwilling to give up."I don’t believe your power is this terrifying. This must be some kind of boost. In a moment, your strength will surely vanish!" Lyndon said, his voice full of anger and disbelie
Lyndon was seething with anger, unable to comprehend just how powerful Adrian was. Adrian was far too terrifying."How is this possible?" A group of onlookers stared in disbelief, their eyes filled with shock. They never imagined that Adrian would defeat the great Lydon, a warrior said to be able to withstand thousands of soldiers, and him retreating step by step.At this moment, Lyndon appeared utterly defeated. It was clear that he was no match for Adrian. The crowd couldn’t believe their eyes. Adrian was so strong that it felt terrifying.And indeed, it was true. Adrian before them was like a fierce tiger. Whether it was his physical strength or overall power, he had far surpassed Lyndon.Adrian said nonchalantly, "No one can stop us. Let’s go."Renee and Henryk, who had been uncertain before, no longer doubted the situation. Lyndon was clearly courting death, and Adrian was far too terrifying for anyone to handle.Adrian’s killing intent surged as he coldly declared, "If you
Adrian continued to walk forward as he spoke, while Lyndon slowly retreated. The latter’s eyes were filled with anxiety, fearing that Adrian would wipe him out completely.There was no need for Lyndon to worry. Adrian was indeed sending that message. From the moment Lyndon had blocked the path, it was clear that Adrian would not spare him."Don’t worry, death will come quickly," Adrian said flatly, his eyes showing indifference.Lyndon became fearful. "If you kill me, my people will never let you go. You’ll die a miserable death!" His anger surged, and terrifying killing intent emanated from him.Even though he was being attacked, Lyndon couldn't stop himself from threatening Adrian. To the onlookers, it seemed like he was truly courting death."Is that so? I don’t believe in such things," Adrian replied in a bored tone before sending a slap toward Lyndon.Smack!A powerful strike landed on Lyndon’s face. He was momentarily stunned, completely baffled by what had just happened.
It didn’t matter if they were royalty or not. Anyone associated with Michael had been secretly assassinated. The cruelty and shock of this was undeniable.Adrian walked slowly, leading Renee and Henryk forward, clearly intending to see who else would dare to try and stop him. If anyone did, they would be killed.Adrian’s display of such confidence wasn’t without reason. The royal family was not to be underestimated. To gain the king’s favor and qualify to enter the royal circle, one needed both strength and reputation. Neither could be lacking."Why you…!" Lyndon glared at Adrian, but his eyes were filled with fear. He dared not step forward, not even a centimeter.Adrian said, "I gave you a chance, but you didn’t appreciate it. Who’s to blame here? I’ve already done my best."The crowd was stunned. They didn’t know how to respond to Adrian’s words. There was nothing they could say.Renee, watching Adrian, was stunned as well. She was unsure how to react. However, she understood
Justin could never have anticipated that the man he sent, Lyndon, would be defeated."What did you say? A Fusion?" Justin looked at the kneeling man before him, his eyes filled with rage. He was so angry that he felt like he could explode.An expert at the Fusion stage was someone difficult to recruit, and Justin had worked tirelessly to get one. But now, Renee had brought one back with her, and it was said to be a young person, no less.This situation left Justin speechless. Renee had truly crossed the line, and his anger was now off the charts."Useless!" Justin roared. His gaze grew icy as he glared at the man below him. "I command you now, investigate immediately! I want all the information on that person, and keep a close watch on Renee’s every move." He then asked coldly, "Where has she gone now?"The people below froze for a moment, and one man reluctantly answered, "Your Highness, Princess Renee has gone to Prince Michael's residence.""What?" Justin's face darkened, his
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