Joe initiated his calls, and the results were surprising.Within ten minutes, a cascade of phone notifications filled the air."The mysterious funds have ceased their attack?""Capital is flowing in to salvage our stock?""Are we, and all our familial legacies, truly safe?"The reactions ranged from stunned to jubilant, a stark contrast to the despair that had cloaked them moments before.In fact, they had been desperately seeking help, having little hope even after seeing Joe solve Kylie's problem.After all, Kylie held a special status as Remus' partner—a beacon that many aimed to align with for favor.The others didn't possess such leverage.Unexpectedly, Joe's intervention actually worked.As call after call confirmed the turnaround, Kylie and Jean shared looks of growing astonishment, their expressions echoing Gemma's earlier disbelief.Joe's capabilities astounded them.What kind of connections did he truly have?Finishing his last call, Joe caught the amazed stares.
Kylie and Jean were left speechless by Joe's explanation as there was simply no way to refute it.Gemma secretly showed a hint of disdain toward them.Then, pretending to be helping them by voicing their doubts, she asked, "Then why did you rely on Remus' influence for the opening ceremony before? Why didn't you invite your friends?"This question made everyone shudder. That was the question. Why hadn't his friends shown up at the opening ceremony?Joe shook his head with a bitter smile."As the saying goes, 'Brothers aren't simply close; brothers are knit together.' I... just didn't want to steal my brother's spotlight. He is the true Master of the Cosby family, with talents and strength that are unparalleled. "As his brother, I am willing to be a gentle breeze, pushing him to greater heights! Besides, my connections are my trump card. If it weren't for today's crisis interfering with Kylie and Jean, I probably would never have revealed them. Now that I have, it's all to safe
Remus had entered the secluded Monington Sacred Land with Wilda.Bartholomew and the other cultivators followed them in.As for Emerson, he also came along but was being carried as he was still unconscious."Is this the Monington Sacred Land? It's like a paradise on earth!""Monington Sacred Land, I've finally arrived..." "It feels like a dream, almost unreal!"Everyone exclaimed in amazement, unable to contain their emotions.Remus was captivated as he gazed upon the expansive plains, the weaving rivers, and the verdant trees. The beauty of this place was beyond imagination. Yet, what truly astonished him was the volcano at the plain's heart.Its base was ringed with lush greenery, its slopes adorned with dark rocks, and its peak capped with pristine snow. That single volcano appeared to embody all four seasons, and it was majestic, breathtaking, timeless, and enigmatic.Wilda spoke with a serene tone, "Welcome to the Monington Sacred Land, your home for the years ahead. The
The mood of the crowd eased a bit, but there was not the same excitement as before.After all, only one out of the seven immortals of Monington Sacred Land was a sacred land disciple, and the chances of obtaining immortality was too slim. Their hope of becoming immortals was not set in stone, just a possibility that might be fulfilled."Let's go!" Without further explanation, Wilda led everyone forward.Soon, they arrived at the foot of Mt. Sacred. Just like when Glinda entered the sacred land, a large group of people came bustling over. "Master Hewitt!" They greeted her respectfully. Although Wilda wasn't a Master yet, the fact that the Saint Master had assigned her the task of overseeing the examination spoke volumes. Calling her a Master was not an overstatement.However, Wilda didn't look at them.She turned and instructed, "Take them to their temporary accommodations.""Alright!" Morris and the others nodded respectfully.Wilda's demeanor softened noticeably as she ad
They were using the same old trick. Their approach was exactly the same as when Glinda entered the Sacred Land. The only difference was that Morris had initiated it before, and this time it was them.They all looked at Remus with a playful expression.Although Wilda favored him and he might be extraordinary, the master they followed was not Wilda, so they had nothing to fear.Besides, he was just a mere peak Golden Stage cultivator.Remus couldn't help but frown. He maintained politeness toward them, yet they took it as an opportunity to push the boundaries.However, he refrained from displaying immediate irritation, instead choosing to reply with a composed demeanor, "Very well, I'm keen to know more about you all.""It's a deal!" The person who spoke quickly sealed the agreement, still holding a grudge for not having been able to torment Glinda. With a new person entering, they didn't want to miss the opportunity.He hurriedly said, "My name is Ted Turner, currently at the m
"I wonder if Glinda has chosen her Master. If not, she must be in one of these residences, right?"Remus strolled along the path in front of the residences, feeling for Glinda's energy. More precisely, he sought her distinctive scent.The Oblivion Grass had camouflaged her natural fragrance during the sanctuary assessment, but the air now was crisp and unmarred by any peculiar odors, rendering her scent easier to detect.Suddenly, a door opened to the side.A middle-aged cultivator dressed in a cloth robe stepped out, pausing in surprise upon seeing Remus on the path.Frowning, he asked, "Who are you?"Remus was fueled by the excitement of potentially finding Glinda and was unfazed by the man's tone.He performed a respectful fist-and-palm salute and replied, "Greetings, fellow cultivator. My name is Remus Clayton, recently admitted as a sacred land disciple following the assessment. I am in search of my assigned residence."He couldn't mention that he was looking for someone.
At the foot of the mountain, the last of the sacred land disciples was introducing himself. "I am a disciple of Master Erjon Windrow, currently in the mid-stage of the Divine Separation Stage, and have been a disciple at the Monington Sacred Land for eight years!"As he finished speaking, he turned his head proudly to look behind him.Dozens of sacred land disciples also looked up the mountain with interest, eager to see if Remus really could remember all the details, if he really had the so-called "clairaudience" skill.It wasn't just them, but Kevin, Bartholomew, and others were also curious.One second.Two seconds.Three seconds.A full ten seconds had passed.There was no sound from the front, nor was there any sign of Remus returning.Ted's eyes shifted as he spoke, "Mr. Clayton, you can start now. Everyone is waiting to see your performance. Don't keep us waiting, haha." His words prompted laughter among the onlookers. However, as the laughter subsided, seconds cont
Remus was truly out of his mind!Bartholomew and others thought for a moment, not wanting to miss such a spectacle. No matter how powerful Remus was, could he really defeat dozens of Divine Separation Stage cultivators?It was simply impossible.They too hurriedly followed behind.…On the mountainside, the Monington disciples were still sizing up Remus, their eyes devoid of any respect for a fellow sacred land member.Their gazes weren't even that of looking at a person.Remus met their eyes, focusing on the middle-aged man who had struck him earlier. Expressionless, he said, "After entering the sacred land, Master Hewitt indeed told us not to enter the residences of the Monington disciples on the right side. I entered here by mistake. I've disturbed your meditation, I can apologize, accept punishment, or even offer compensation. But why did you hit me?"Everyone paused, then burst into raucous laughter, some doubling over as if they had heard the biggest joke in the world
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
Their voices were filled with anger and resentment."Mr. Geer, we support you!""We will not give up!""It's better to die than to surrender!"The voices came in tens of thousands.Remus looked around anxiously but saw nothing beyond the usual scenes. Unable to contain himself, he shouted, "Who are you, and where are you? I'm Remus Cosby! I'm right here!"No one replied. He couldn't see anyone and could only hear their voices."Where are you guys?" he shouted again.Meanwhile, on the path to the Underworld, specters appeared in a dense mass, moving toward the Underworld while weeping and wailing.…"Kill them all, every last one of them!" Wayne's expression grew increasingly twisted, completely losing control of his facial expressions, even going so far as to take action himself.The Golden Immortal and Celestial Immortals were still attacking, but their expressions were completely different from before.Instead of anger, their faces showed shock and even astonishment. They
Their voices converged, resounding through the heavens and seemingly piercing through time itself. It left an expression of shock on the faces of the immortals above, who were wreaking havoc.Unfortunately, they wouldn't show any sympathy because of it. In fact, it made them act even more ruthlessly. Their energy became more intense, extending outward and seeming as if it was ready to completely unleash into the air.The winds, floods, and earthquakes became even worse than before. Someone was lifted into the air by the wind. Some were drowning in the flood as waves surged into the city. White spots had appeared on certain people's skins as they froze to death.But even in such circumstances, not a single person fled or pleaded. Instead, all 1.4 billion citizens displayed an extraordinary level of determination and fighting spirit beyond comprehension. Even in the face of death, they could not be shaken in the slightest.Wayne was furious at this scene, feeling as though someone ha
Wayne snapped, "What did you say?"Kaiser suddenly lifted his head and said confidently, "You're wrong. The Upper Realms have been wrong from the very beginning! You've forgotten why Darsia was founded, and you've forgotten that Darsia got to where it is today because of the blood that was shed!"Your greatest mistake is underestimating us. Even as insignificant beings, we still have grand ambitions!""Remus is not just our belief, but he is also the Eternal Pillar in our hearts. In the past, he bravely stood up against the Upper Realms to fight for humanity's rights. Even today, we are determined to follow the path he paved!"Upper Realms, Darsia does not agree to your terms!"After he finished speaking, he and the ten women sat cross-legged in mid-air. Below, the 1.4 billion citizens simultaneously mirrored their actions on the ground with a determined look in their eyes, ready to face death bravely."You... You're asking for it!"Wayne was furious, not expecting things to tur
Suddenly, Wayne's smile vanished. "The Mortal Realm deserves no more chances! Ever since Remus decided to stand against the Upper Realms and you all started to give him your devotion, you don't get a second chance!"That treacherous dog dared to aspire to be a Monarch of Mortals and oppose the Upper Realms. Such arrogance! As his accomplices, you all deserve to be punished and shouldn't expect to retain any power."Starting today, all conditions set by the Upper Realms must be met. Otherwise, the Mortal Realm will be thrown into chaos! People will struggle to survive, famine will spread, and the sun and moon will lose their light! Just do as we tell you to!"Everyone was stunned. Then, the people below all shouted in unison, "You're being too shameless!"Their voices rose higher and higher, shaking the earth.Their respect for Kaiser was because he was the president, but their devotion to Remus was complete and unwavering. Insulting Remus was seen as an attack on their beliefs and