"What is that?" The soldiers were shaken to their core. Adrian had been right—a Fusion Stage beast was indeed approaching, and its presence was overwhelmingly terrifying.Violent gusts of wind tore through the area, as if ripping apart the fabrics of space.Desperation took hold as the soldiers carried Adrian, running frantically toward safety.Tyler, maintaining a sliver of composure, scanned the surroundings. "There's a cave up ahead. No signs of any beasts nearby. We can take shelter there."The soldiers raised their heads. Several kilometers away, partially obscured by a towering ancient tree, they spotted a cave.It was an astonishing discovery—a glimmer of hope amidst their dire predicament.Tyler's keen eyes left the group momentarily stunned. To spot a cave at such a distance was impressive, a testament to his sharp observation skills.Without hesitation, the soldiers moved swiftly toward the cave, carrying Adrian at an incredible speed.Adrian noticed the cave as the
Everyone kept their eyes fixed on the Thunder Beast outside, fully aware of the gravity of their situation. One wrong move, and the beast's attack would claim their lives.Adrian watched the scene with a sharp gaze before closing his eyes to focus on restoring his strength. He understood better than anyone that survival in this treacherous land required absolute power. Without it, only death awaited.The Thunder Beast's frenzied energy continued to wreak havoc.Unable to locate its target, the creature grew increasingly enraged, behaving like a wild animal that had lost its sense of direction.Its blood-red eyes scanned the surroundings, but no matter how hard it searched, it couldn't detect the hidden cave.The formation around the cave rendered it invisible to the beast.The already frustrated beast had no way of finding the cave, further fueling its maddened state.Inside the cave, Tyler and the soldiers surrounded Adrian, patiently waiting for him to recover.They all knew
Tyler's eyes hardened. "This is bad! That's an Ancient Ram Beast, a pinnacle Fusion Stage creature. It's a vicious monster, known for its horns, which can unleash devastating lightning attacks."The soldiers immediately panicked. The beast's terrifying reputation left them stunned and fearful.As the Ancient Ram Beast charged toward them, Tyler glanced at Adrian, his face showing a trace of helplessness."Sir Adrian is still training. We must protect him at all costs—no matter what happens, we cannot let him come to harm."Upon hearing this, the soldiers exchanged uneasy glances.They knew there was no choice. If they didn't act now, the consequences would be unimaginable.Tyler's eyes blazed with fury and determination as he turned toward the advancing beast.The soldiers quickly surrounded Adrian, forming a protective barrier around him. Their mission was clear: shield him from harm, no matter the cost.Their resolve was unwavering. They could not afford to let anything happe
The soldiers struggled to hold their ground against the Ancient Ram Beast's relentless assault.Each devastating blow sent shockwaves through their ranks, leaving many of them coughing up blood.Blood spattered as the soldiers fought to withstand the beast's overwhelming might. Its strength surpassed anything they had ever encountered, and despair crept into their eyes.They knew they couldn't hold out much longer, but retreating wasn't an option.The only path forward was to endure, even if it meant clinging to the slimmest thread of hope. For now, all their hopes rested on Adrian.Adrian, however, was still immersed in his training.Waves of violent energy surrounded his body as he pushed toward a breakthrough. He couldn't afford to be disturbed—not now, not when he was so close.The Ancient Ram Beast's rampaging energy shook the ground. The air itself seemed to ripple under its power, an oppressive force that felt impossible to withstand.Unbeknownst to the others, Adrian's
It felt as though everything was crumbling into chaos.Tyler's heart sank as he surveyed the dire situation. He knew everyone was doing their best, but the beast outside was far too powerful—beyond what ordinary people could endure."Hold the line! We must hold out until Sir Adrian awakens! Only then will we have a sliver of hope for survival!" Tyler roared, his voice laced with urgency. "Do you want to die?!"His eyes burned with determination.As a seasoned general, Tyler understood the stakes. If Adrian couldn't complete his breakthrough, their fate would be sealed. Death would be inevitable.Facing a pinnacle Fusion Stage beast was a challenge few could withstand. Their misfortune in disturbing the beast's den had only compounded their predicament, leaving them with no choice but to fight or die.The soldiers' faces were etched with despair, but they had no alternative.Adrian remained in the midst of his breakthrough, his body trembling as violent energy coursed through eve
The violent energy surged and shook the surroundings as the soldiers braced themselves for the onslaught.The Ancient Ram Beast's massive tail whipped through the air, crashing into them with brutal force.The sound of breaking bones echoed as several soldiers were struck down.Tyler took the brunt of the blow, sent tumbling aside, his face bruised and battered.His body, unable to withstand the force of the attack, lay severely injured. Breath weak, he sprawled on the ground—a picture of utter defeat.Meanwhile, Adrian remained deep in his training, oblivious to the chaos around him.The soldiers could only watch helplessly, their hope hanging by a thread.Those who had been knocked down struggled to rise but found themselves powerless. Their bodies refused to obey.Death loomed over them. Without Adrian breaking through, survival seemed impossible.Even if Adrian awakened, they feared he would not be strong enough to defeat the beast.A Fusion Stage creature was a level abo
The Ancient Ram Beast's blood-red eyes gleamed with excitement as its massive claw descended toward Adrian, intent on crushing him.The soldiers, witnessing this, were filled with despair.Encased in lightning, Adrian seemed utterly defenseless. Even if he were a celestial deity, they believed there was no way he could survive such an assault.Under the beast's terrifying power, everything appeared irreversible.Adrian seemed moments away from being obliterated beyond recognition.The soldiers watched in horror, fully aware of how tragic Adrian's fate was.To be struck down at the critical moment of a breakthrough, without even a chance to succeed, was the cruelest twist of fate.Some soldiers, despite their injuries, began contemplating flight. They feared that once Adrian fell, the beast would turn its fury on them.If they didn't escape now, they knew they would meet the same end.As despair loomed, a calm voice suddenly echoed across the battlefield. "Thank you. I didn't e
Adrian's eyes were cold and sharp, his expression brimming with killing intent.He fixed his gaze on the colossal beast and declared, "Since you've come, it's time for you to be destroyed."A terrifying shockwave rippled throughout the area, shaking everything as if the very fabric of reality was being torn apart.The spectacle was breathtaking.Adrian unleashed a devastating punch.The clash was like a celestial collision—unstoppable forces meeting head-on, their energy scattering in all directions with deadly intent.The explosion of power reverberated across the battlefield, obliterating everything in its path.Adrian stood at the epicenter, radiating a terrifying aura.The once-dominant Ancient Ram Beast staggered backward under the force of Adrian's attack. Its blood-red eyes widened in disbelief as it stared at the human who, just moments ago, had seemed on the brink of death.The beast's fury ignited anew.It roared, its voice thundering through the skies, filled with
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