Over the next few days, Adrian took Samantha and Mya around almost every tourist attraction across the country.They visited more than ten cities and many of their old friends.During this period, Samantha felt that life was changing and felt stress-free and relaxed.However, the public opinions were still out there.***Half a month later, Adrian ended the trip to Skysouth and prepared to take Samantha home. However, he still had one last thing to do before he ended the trip.He wanted to visit a deceased comrade.It was a cold morning with bitter, piercing wind. A single snowflake drifted down from the sky. Soon, endless snow fell from the vast sky.It was the first snow of winter.“It’s snowing!” Samantha said happily as she threw open the curtains and looked at the vast whiteness outside in the morning.Snow would stir up an ineffable feeling of joy in people.Adrian walked over and saw the snow covering the city. He said, “We’ve been touring for more than half a month w
Adrian would never forget what Denzel had asked him on the training ground in the past.“Adrian, since you joined Wyvern Peak, what’s your dream?”Adrian had never dreamt of becoming anything so he shook his head and said, “Nothing much. My grandfather sent me here in hopes that I will never return. I don’t know how long I’m going to last here.”Damsel chuckled and patted Adrian’s shoulder. “Let me tell you this, Adrian. Everyone should have dreams, including you. On the other hand, my dream is to become the war legate of Wyvern Peak. I want to lead Wyvern Peak to protect our country.”Becoming a war legate was Denzel’s dream. He did not abandon his dream even until his death.Denzel once said, “I’ll become Wyvern Peak’s war legate for sure. I’m going to do it. If I don’t accomplish anything and I have nothing in this world, what’s the point of me being alive?“Adrian, you too. You should have dreams, and your dream should be the same as mine. To become the most powerful person i
Adrian arrived with his squad, but alas, Denzel was already lying in a pool of blood.Adrian could still remember vividly how he cried, ran over, and propped up his best friend.Denzel’s body was riddled with gaping wounds and laid in Adrian’s arms in a daze.Denzel sobbed and said, “Adrian, my friend. I was wrong. Dreams aren’t important. One’s family is the most important. If I could turn back time, I’d still come back to protect my sister without any hesitation. even if it means I have to die.“I want to be buried outside Hedgeville after I die. I don’t want a fancy funeral. Just put me in a coffin and bury me. Leave the tomb to my sister so she can have a place to vent her grievances in the future. Take care, my friend. I’ll protect you from the beyond.”“Gah!” Adrian clutched Denzel’s body, raised his head, and roared at the sky with tears streaming down his face.Denzel lay in his arms quietly but his eyes were not shut.Adrian knew that Denzel had never abandoned the drea
Upon hearing Willow’s words, Adrian wiped away his tears. “He taught you quite a fair bit.”“Yes, he did,” Willow said, “Denzel doted on me and always has since I was young. He’d advise me via phone calls frequently and wanted me to be a useful person when I grow up. Yet, I’ve let him down.”“A useful person?” Adrian asked, “What does it mean to become a useful person?”Willow said, “Denzel said that the act of becoming a useful person is to accomplish one’s dreams. One shouldn’t be tempted by fame and riches and to have their own dreams. One should do the things that they want and dare to do it. That’s what it means to be useful.“Even if one’s efforts are wasted and one is severely injured, one still needs to march forward courageously regardless of nature. This is because every single person is undefeated.”Adrian chuckled in a self-mocking way upon hearing Willow’s words. “Denzel was right. He was a hero of high caliber and an outstanding brother.”“It’s a waste that he’s gon
It was a waste that Draco was no longer.Draco did not exist in this world anymore.Even after the villagers of Hedgeville requested Adrian to leave retirement in a high-spirited manner, it did not change his attitude toward this matter.Denzel was gone, and he had already fulfilled Denzel’s dream of becoming the leader of Wyvern Peak. He realized that Denzel’s so-called dream was just an act of self-gratification when he came to hold this high position.There was already nothing left of this position that Adrian looked forward to.***Adrian turned around and stood facing Denzel’s tomb.Willow and the villagers looked at him in anticipation.However, Adrian did not speak. He bowed to the tomb before turning around and walking into the distance.Willow was stunned, and so were the villagers.On the other hand, Adrian’s figure was moving into the distance.“We’ll die if we lose you, War Legate Draco!” Willow called out and took a few steps forward to go after him.Hedgeville
Internal Affairs’ Prefect Sentries stationed at the campsite were awakened by the explosion. They quickly got up and grabbed their weapons.“We’re under attack!”“We’re under attack!”Wee-woo!The air-raid siren was sounded.The soldiers at the eastern border moat began firing at each other.The people living in the surrounding area were awakened by the intense battle noises.***The next morning, Novemton was in chaos.Countless news of the war flooded all channels.Novemton’s front page story stated, “Luposia carried out a surprise attack on Navia’s eastern border moat last night. The war has begun. The war has begun.”The Luposians were here!When the news had spread over the inlands, everyone widened their eyes in surprise. They were taken aback. No one had expected Luposia would invade the country when it was close to the new year.“F*ck! The Luposians are abominable. How dare they provoke us!”“It’s time for Internal Affairs’ Prefect Sentries to come into the pictur
Ignoring the news, Adrian took Samantha to Swallowston Hospital.Samantha received all sorts of prenatal tests.Adrian kept Samantha company through each of the tests. But even though he kept her company, she did not feel joy because she knew that he was heartbroken despite not mentioning anything.Samantha did not expose him either.In the doctor’s office, the female doctor read Samantha’s test results and said, “Samantha, right? You’re doing rather well. Now’s the time for the baby to grow so you should rest more and set your mind at ease for the delivery.”Samantha cracked a sincere smile upon hearing that and turned her head to look at Adrian.Adrian expressed his gratitude. “Thank you, doctor.”The female doctor smiled in response.Samantha and Adrian left the hospital as they read through the test results.Samantha said, “Our baby will be born in a few more months. I look forward to the baby’s arrival and wonder what they will look like.”Adrian smiled at Samantha and s
Adrian’s plate dropped and shattered on the floor when he heard Ivy’s words.Samantha was stunned as well.Both of them had just left Hedgeville a few days ago, and the villagers there had begged for him to come out of retirement. Yet today, they were killed?“Why is this happening?” Samantha said in a daze.“That’s not all. The eastern border, western border, Southzone, Northzone, and other locations of the moat are under attack. In fact, the outlander’s organizations such as Black Nergal, Luciferism, Bloody Rose, and others have joined hands to take us out,” said Ivy.“There are wars everywhere, and the people are in fear. Internal Affairs’ Chase is furious and the monarch has also dispatched numerous orders to intercept the enemies. However, it seems that the Prefect Sentries won’t be able to hold out for much longer,” Ivy continued.Adrian got another plate and continued to eat.The few women were watching Adrian’s reaction.Eira said, “Two hundred thousand Prefect Sentries
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