The attackers were no match for Adrian, and those who had come to assassinate him were now nowhere to be seen. This could only mean one thing: those who came to ambush and kill Adrian already went to hell.Renee couldn’t help but shiver. With Adrian, everything was far more terrifying and brutal than she had ever imagined. He was no saint. Anyone who tried to kill him would inevitably face a horrific outcome. After all, his strength spoke for itself.Adrian was like a god of death. Anyone who tried to approach him would have to pay a terrifying price. Adrian knew some things were far more complex than they appeared on the surface, and he made sure that everyone around him understood this reality.Boom!A terrifying vibration suddenly rang out across Ciawales City. Everyone was startled, and Renee was shocked as well. What was going on?"What’s happening? This is the capital city. Who dares to cause trouble?" Renee wondered, her face filled with astonishment.Whoosh, whoosh, whoos
Adrian's eyes narrowed. The power of Ciawales' ancestor was something he couldn't see through. There was a faint aura around the ancestor that suggested he had surpassed the Fusion Stage. Adrian speculated that the ancestor might even have reached the Void Stage or even the terrifying Multiply Stage.‘Ciawales is truly not as simple as it seems,’ Adrian thought in surprise. When he first approached this area, he clearly felt that the surroundings were not ordinary. It seemed that this place was filled with hidden talents."Hahaha! Floyd Wagner you old fool, you’re still alive. Looks like you’ve broken through the Fusion Stage." Barry, the expert from Primeria, sneered."The Ancestor is here. This guy is as good as dead!" Renee’s eyes blazed with fury.Being provoked and having the confrontation brought to your doorstep was enough to make anyone seethe with anger, and Renee was naturally indignant too.Adrian’s expression turned grim. "Such arrogance… This probably isn’t as simple
The clash seemed to last only for a few exchanges, lasting only a few seconds. But to Adrian, it felt as though the two had fought thousands of rounds. Yet, no clear winner had emerged, and the violent energy continued to explode outward.Bam, bam, bam!"I didn’t expect you to make a breakthrough, old geezer," came a much older voice from Barry’s mouth which was not his.This statement immediately shocked everyone. "Has Primeria’s ancestor made a breakthrough? Is that why he dares to provoke our kingdom?" someone suddenly exclaimed.The speculation was clear, and everyone froze in place. Nobody had expected the situation to be like this. If that were the case, it would truly signal a massive storm between the two great nations. After all, Primeria had surrendered in the past, and it was said that the main reason for their capitulation was that their ancestor’s strength had fallen behind.It was rumored that Primeria’s ancestor had been stuck at a bottleneck, which had led them to
For a moment, everyone was stunned. They didn’t understand what was happening. Was Floyd really gravely injured, or was this just Jensen trying to undermine Ciawales?In the air, two figures were seen rushing away, seemingly in a hurry. During the previous shockwave, Floyd had gained the upper hand, which was why the attackers had to flee in disgrace.A hint of joy appeared in Renee’s eyes. “Those dogs thought Ancestor Floyd was done for? They didn’t expect to have to leave in such a miserable state. Serves them right!"Hearing this, Adrian smiled. As if he could sense some clues, though he wasn’t completely sure, since he hadn’t personally assessed Floyd’s condition. However, he could sense Floyd’s overwhelming aura when he attacked. There was an underlying, fearless air about him.But in the end, Floyd had let the two attackers go. This was surprising. One would have expected them to be killed after such provocation. It implied that Floyd had some unresolved issues.Calm quickly
The situation in Ciawales was dangerous. If they weren’t careful, Primeria could take advantage of the situation.Looking at the ministers before him, Basil said, "What are the best strategies? Gentlemen? At this point, we should be receiving news from the borders soon.”Upon hearing this, many of the ministers lowered their heads and didn’t dare to speak up. After all, some of them had no real power. They were only in their positions because of their family’s influence in the court. Their strength was limited, so they chose to remain silent, fearing that Basil would send them to fight. If they were to face Primeria’s forces in a life-and-death struggle, it would probably be death for them."Your Majesty, I humbly request that you send troops to march on Primeria. They have gone too far. We must defeat them and make them flee. Thirty years ago, Ciawales commanded respect, and thirty years later, we will make them fear us again and force them to surrender," an elderly minister spoke
Adrian smiled and said, "I’m fine. It was just some people who didn’t know their place. Nothing important really." There was no trace of concern in his expression like it was something trivial.Michael looked surprised. Although Adrian spoke casually, Michael knew that the man before him was incredibly formidable. Last night must not have been calm. There must have been a bloody battle, or Adrian wouldn’t have spoken so lightly.In Ciawales City, dangers lurked in every corner. And now, another danger had appeared—Primeria’s forces were coming. What would happen next was unknown to everyone. The atmosphere was filled with tension as if everyone was waiting for something. The royal princes each harbored their own plans. A national disaster presented an opportunity. After all, as princes, their significance would be entirely different if they had military achievements. They were well aware of what they could do. If they gained the king’s favor and contributed to Ciawales, their posit
Michael smiled faintly and said, "Don’t worry, Renee. Although my strength isn’t great, anyone who wants to kill me will have to see if they’re strong enough."Michael’s strength was considerable, and at this moment, he was very clear about what he intended to do next. He had his thoughts and plans.Renee showed a hint of helplessness. She knew that if Michael said this, then he must have made up his mind. There was no point in saying more as it would only be futile.Looking at him, she said helplessly, "Since you’ve made up your mind, I won’t stop you. I just hope you stay safe wherever you go. And don’t do anything reckless. If there’s any danger, make sure to retreat. Besides, Primeria hasn’t even decided where to send their troops from, so you don’t need to rush into things.”Michael smiled. "I believe it’ll be soon."Thud, thud, thud…Just as he finished speaking, hurried footsteps sounded from outside. One of Michael’s subordinates rushed in, looking extremely flustered.M
Renee’s words clearly reflected her concern for Michael. She feared that if he encountered people from Primeria, it could be an extremely dangerous situation.Michael smiled. "Don’t worry, Renee. Your brother isn’t a fool. Those people may have powerful physiques, but I certainly won’t engage them in close combat."In this spiritual realm, it was soul power that mattered most. No matter how strong their bodies were, if they couldn’t engage in close combat, it would be of no use."Okay," Renee replied.Knowing that Michael had already made up his mind, the only thing Renee could do now was to relax and let things unfold. There was no point in saying more as it would not change anything. Saying too much would only be futile.Adrian listened quietly, his eyes filled with surprise. The people of Primeria were physically strong? That sounded a bit astonishing to him. After all, enhancing one’s physical strength wasn’t something that could be done easily, especially in this world where
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