At least half of the Injustice Battalion had distinct appearances, some with dark complexions, others marked by scars, and a few cultivators whose faces hardly resembled that of humans.The Dark Path was a cultivation method that involved practicing dark arts for rapid progress in cultivation. However, it also induced physical changes."What a strange sight!""The sight of all this spirit energy gathering here is truly mind-blowing. In my 60 years of cultivation, I've never seen anything like it!""If I seize this opportunity, I can at least reach the pinnacle of the Nascent Soul Stage, or even break through further. Haha!"The Dark Path cultivators burst into greedy laughter.Surprisingly, among those Dark Path cultivators, almost 100 of them were at the Nascent Soul Stage or higher, while the rest stood at the pinnacle of the Golden Stage.This clarified why some willingly delved into the dark path. It was a path of cultivation so swift that even the righteous factions couldn'
Husan stood frozen in shock upon hearing Remus' words.It wasn't just her, but everyone was stunned, even the dark path cultivators of the Injustice Battalion above trembled, looking at him in disbelief.The female dark path cultivator immediately turned her gaze to Remus, scrutinizing him from head to toe. After a clear look, her eyes sparkled with interest.She smirked, "You'll do too. If you both serve me, I'll cherish you carefully, I won't drain your energy dry in one night, hehe."Upon hearing this, Remus felt frustrated as he realized Husan's grave misunderstanding. He asserted with a clarifying tone, "That's not what I meant. What I meant was, leave these pitiful wretches to me."Not long after he spoke, his energy erupted, propelling him skyward."Are you a martial artist?""Martial Imperial!""Merely an insignificant ant in the world of martial prowess!"The dark path cultivators of the Injustice Battalion, having witnessed Remus' display of energy, immediately sti
Husan acted swiftly, unleashing her spirit energy without hesitation.The independent cultivators behind her, though their faces turned pale with fear, did not shrink back.The difference in spirit energy was stark, with Ironpeak Island at a clear disadvantage.In this critical moment, Remus interjected, "Wait!"All attention shifted to him. Turning to Husan, he stated firmly, "I've already said they're mere trash. You don't need to step in. I'll handle this."Husan asked in a perplexed tone, "Remus, what ... are you talking about?""Savior?""Savior, we're not afraid to die!""You ... you can't stop them alone!"Before them stood over 100 cultivators, each at the Nascent Soul Stage or higher. Although the number of peak Nascent Soul Stage cultivators was limited, the overwhelming force of their collective presence had been daunting.The prospect of Ironpeak Island mounting a full-scale resistance against such odds had seemed bleak, with only a slender chance of victory.
"Three!"As the countdown echoed, tension gripped the dark path cultivators. Their eyes darted anxiously as Remus' mysterious origins were a puzzle to them. Beside them, Husan and the cultivators shared in the unease. What was Remus about to do?"Two!" Remus' voice boomed across the air.In a sudden twist, the Red Demon whirled toward Husan, his face contorted with fierce curiosity. "Who is this man?" he demanded. Remus' arrogance was uncharacteristic for an ordinary man.Sweat beading on her forehead, but Husan mustered a bold facade. "He's a rare gem, a master of our age. Do you think Ironpeak Island would entertain an ordinary martial artist? He stands alone against us all because he outmatches us! If fear grips you, flee now!""One!" The final count fell from Remus' lips."So be it, I'll show you the strength of the dark path cultivators. Attack!" the Red Demon blurted out, unwilling to abandon this blessed land and flee from a single martial artist. If he retreated t
Husan's gaze widened in sheer disbelief, struggling to believe Remus could be a dark path cultivator."You're shameless!" the Red Demon, inflamed with anger and at a loss for words, felt manipulated.The cultivators of Ironpeak Island had also found themselves in disbelief. Dark path cultivators were known for their erratic natures, unpredictable moods, and unethical means.In stark contrast, Remus had demonstrated the ability to converse with the heavenly thunder, even subduing it. He had aided independent cultivators in transcending their thunder tribulations, saving their lives.Given these actions, the notion that Remus could be a dark path cultivator seemed utterly inconceivable.The Red Demon had sensed spirit energy from Remus only at the level of a beginner in the Training Stage, but now, Remus had soared to the peak of the Foundation Stage.Turning with fury, he commanded, "Everyone, unleash your full power! Today, I want to see what extent he can reach! Let him absorb a
Remus' words struck the 300 dark path cultivators below like a thunderbolt, igniting their fury into a roaring inferno.He implied that they were mere nutrients supporting his growth. They had diligently followed the dark path, reaching the peak of the Golden Stage and even advancing to the Nascent Soul Stage. However, the entirety of their spirit energy was being absorbed by him alone.The cultivators of Ironpeak Island were equally astounded. Not only was the revelation of Remus' connection to dark path cultivation shocking, but the incredible resilience of his body, capable of absorbing such immense torrents of spirit energy, left them utterly bewildered.The Red Demon, his face contorted with rage, let out a howl that echoed with desperation. "He's bluffing because he's on the brink of collapse! Don't falter! Don't believe that he can absorb all of our spirit energy! That's impossible!"His face became anger, disbelief, and defiance."Yes, don't listen to him!""He's just try
The dark path cultivators initiated their assault without a trace of hesitation, just as they had done previously.Even if they could tear Remus apart 1000 times, it wouldn't make up for the massive amount of spiritual energy they had wasted.Remus, struggling to breathe, could no longer keep himself standing.A minute ticked by."How is this happening?" the early-stage Nascent Soul dark path cultivators began to collapse, their aggravation palpable.They observed Remus, evidently on the verge of defeating him, yet they couldn't comprehend why they had depleted their spirit energy before him.In the blink of an eye, nearly 50 early-stage Nascent Soul cultivators fell from the sky.Remus' cough grew more severe, almost incessant.The Red Demon grew more and more frantic, pondering how much longer this would last."We ... we've been tricked!""He's been baiting us!"It was then the turn of the mid-stage Nascent Soul cultivators to fall, with about 30 succumbing to their fate.
Remus' principle was simple — never show mercy to an enemy. Just as the dark path cultivators, when in a position of advantage, would never allow their foes a chance of survival, this was the principle of equivalence. As soon as his words were spoken, all the dark path cultivators had a face of terror. Realizing their escape was futile due to their severely depleted spirit energy, which made even staying afloat difficult, let alone fleeing.Husan and the cultivators were ready to strike when the Red Demon, who had previously been toppled into the sea, unexpectedly resurfaced.He glared at Remus with a ferocious expression as he spoke, "I really regret not killing you directly just now. If I had made my move earlier, how could I have allowed you, a mere Training Stage cultivator, to swagger and give orders in front of me!""Unfortunately, regret won't rewrite the past," Remus replied indifferently.Red Demon, clenching his fists and gritting his teeth, said, "Yes, regret won't r
Upon hearing these words, all the deities felt a tremor in their hearts.100 chapels and a million followers may not sound like much, but the Upper Realms had existed for thousands of years. Similarly, people in the Mortal Realm had been making offerings to the immortals for just as long.In simple terms, the immortals' image had long been established in the mortals' minds, and the power derived from their devotion had become quite fixed. It was very difficult to make further progress on a daily basis.At the moment, Francis himself had promised them such a great reward. It was a great opportunity to make further progress. Moreover, all they needed to do was look for Remus. If they did encounter him, they could just run.Suddenly, a Golden Immortal stepped forward. "Taking down that scoundrel is the biggest mission in the Upper Realms. Despite the extremely high risk, as an immortal, I am duty-bound to face any danger. Celestial Sovereign, I am willing to go."The immortals scoffe
"Silence!" Francis suddenly spoke.In a flash, the silence was deafening in silence. Everyone even stood in an orderly manner. They were bold enough to argue with each other, but in front of Francis, they wouldn't dare to act out of line.Francis, with an air of authority, asked, "What is the current situation in the Mortal Realm?"A Golden Immortal standing in front stepped forward and said, "The Mortal Realm is restless again. The president, Kaiser Geer, has become even more arrogant after seeing Remus, boldly ordering the demolition of all chapels within Darsia."All offerings are prohibited, and only one person is allowed to be worshipped in Darsia, and that person is Remus!"Hearing this, the immortals responded with scoffs and sounds of disdain. How dare Kaiser give such orders? He was courting death!Francis asked, "Is there any news on Remus at the moment?"Another Golden Immortal stepped forward and respectfully said, "Based on the information we've received, that scoun
Indeed, the Three Realms would no doubt fall into chaos.…The environment in the Upper Realms was the opposite of the Underworld's. In the Underworld, the sky was dim and hazy, while in the Upper Realms, it was eternal daylight.Above, colorful clouds drifted by, and cranes and auspicious beasts emerged from within the clouds occasionally, creating a rare scene of peace and grandeur.Remus had visited this place once, and in the end, he barely managed to escape by hiding under the ruins. Currently, the ruins had vanished, replaced by four towering pillars of quartz marble inscribed with ancient writings.Below these pillars stand four Valor Immortals, clad in golden armor and wielding magical weapons. They were imposing figures, tall and dignified, guarding the entrance with a commanding presence.Beyond the pillars was a long arch bridge, also made of quartz marble, spanning a great distance. The bridge's slope was gentle, and the railings were intricately carved and exceptiona
Wilda stared blankly at the spot where Remus disappeared, unable to look away. In truth, among everyone affected by Remus' death, she was the most hurt.When Remus was around, there was nothing but hatred and indifference. It wasn't until realizing that seeing him again was impossible that the memories of the past began to surface.She reminisced about their first meeting at the assessment site, the confrontations at Monington, their unexpected recognition of each other at Boundless Island, and more.When reflecting on everything, it became clear that without realizing it, he had come to hold a significant place in Wilda's heart.When she noticed the gazes on her, she said sorrowfully, "He isn't human, so he can't stay in the Mortal Realm for long."The other women were immediately agitated."You're talking nonsense. Why wouldn't Remus be human?""Wilda, can you clarify what you mean?""Why isn't Remus considered human? Then what is he?"Wilda slowly said, "If I'm not mistaken
The remaining nine women's expressions immediately fell, and they raised their heads, looking up at Remus with great reluctance. Their eyes were full of resistance, as if they were silently pleading for him to not leave.Seeing them falling silent, the whole of Darsia followed suit.Everyone lifted their heads to gaze at Remus, their eyes unblinking. It was easy to see that their expressions were filled with reluctance, clearly because they didn't want Remus to leave.Remus was taken aback by Wilda's question. Honestly speaking, he didn't know how he came to be in the Mortal Realm.Originally trapped within a specter, he suddenly heard a barrage of curses, lamentations, and voices filled with resentment. The voices repeatedly mentioned Darsia and the Upper Realms.Suddenly, he felt his mind overwhelmed with anger, as if it was about to burst out of him. Then, he unexpectedly saw a beam of light ahead. He followed this light out, and there he was in the Mortal Realm. He even wonder
Remus just glanced at the immortals indifferently. Immediately, his energy appeared around them, becoming solid and surrounding them.At first, they could still struggle and try to move upward, but as the energy grew denser, their movements gradually lessened. In the end, they were all suspended in mid-air, struggling against the energy that surrounded them."No! Please don't...""I was wrong! Please don't kill me! I'm begging you!""Give me one more chance! I swear I'll never return to the Mortal Realm!"They pleaded with heart-wrenching desperation, but Remus remained indifferent. With a mere gesture, the immortals streaked across Darsia's night sky like meteors toward Remus.…The ghost kings looked shocked. This scene seemed both familiar and foreign.It was familiar because the last Monarch long ago also possessed such abilities, capable of creating an inescapable prison with just a thought.The unfamiliarity was because the original Monarch had a physical body, allowing
"Spare us! We're just following orders. Please show mercy!""I was wrong! I'm sorry!""No, please…The immortals were pleading desperately, their voices filled with overwhelming fear. After all, Remus not only had the capability but also the guts to attack them.Even Kurt fell at his hands, so why would he have any difficulty getting rid of them? If he took action, everything they had, even their lives, would disappear. They were truly frightened.Remus said indifferently, "How could I have forgotten about you back then and let you live until now? It's all my fault."Upon hearing this, Wayne was scared out of his wits. He bowed his head. "I was wrong! Please, Monarch of Mortals, spare my life. It was all under the Celestial Sovereign's orders. I'm just a small figure carrying out commands. Please forgive me!""Are you a Golden Immortal?" Remus asked again.Being a heavenly official was his position, while Golden Immortal was a stage. However, the distinction between them wasn't
All the citizens continued questioning until they got affirmations. Then, waves of emotions swept through the people. They were both crying and smiling at the same time.…The five ghost kings broke into discussions in the Underworld, too."It's… It's Remus!""That's impossible!""How did he return to the Mortal Realm and end up like this?"They were shaken. While others were unsure whether Remus was dead, they knew all too well that Remus should be with Candace right now, in the Underworld.Even if he were to return to the Mortal Realm, he would have likely needed to use Soul Return, which involved entering the body of someone who had just died. He definitely wouldn't be in the state he was in now. It made no sense!They all turned to look at Roman. Perhaps only he could provide answers to all their questions.Roman noticed their gaze and reluctantly looked away, then chuckled bitterly while shaking his head. "It truly is karma. No one can change it."These words left the gh
That voice was like an ancient chant, carrying a mysterious energy. It was as if it held the power of the universe, echoing in the night sky for a long time.Hearing this voice, the other 14 immortals looked over as well.Wayne's laughter paused abruptly, and he stood there frozen. Even though he didn't turn around, a look of fear had already appeared in his eyes, growing more intense by the second.This voice reminded him of someone—someone who absolutely shouldn't be present in the Mortal Realm.After about three seconds, Wayne cautiously turned and saw a pair of feet—very large ones—measuring several yards.Looking further up, he noticed a pair of long legs dressed in simple cloth, each leg stretching about 100 feet in height. Above them was the upper body, also measuring 110 feet.Above that was the head with a clear face. He had stern and sharply defined features, as if sculpted with a chisel. The eyes, in particular, seemed to possess the ability to see through time, except