A middle-aged man nearby smiled faintly and said, "Sir, there's no need to be so anxious. When it comes to opportunities, it's not just about seizing them first. Sometimes, it's also about fate."The youth's expression shifted upon hearing these words.If anyone else had claimed the opportunity, he might have let it pass. But to his surprise, it was Adrian, the very person entangled in a karmic connection with him earlier.This realization filled him with intense displeasure. "I'm the Sacred Lunaland's Holy Son, and I've never suffered such humiliation!"Even if you're my protector, you shouldn't speak this way. I will kill that brat, and no one will stop me!"The middle-aged man sighed, his gaze sharpening as Adrian became the Sacred Lunaland's sworn enemy. To him, Adrian had to be eliminated without question.He shook his head slightly, reflecting on the youth before him.Despite his age, the young man had already reached the Void Stage and could kill enemies two levels above
At that moment, Andy's words revealed just how terrifying the staircase truly was.Adrian's expression showed surprise as he tried to comprehend the situation.What was the nature of this staircase? There seemed to be some mysterious force at play, explaining why both Andy and Finnian were struggling.Andy cautioned, "Adrian, have your men stay at the base for now. Don't let them rush up. The dangers on this staircase aren't trivial. If they ascend recklessly, there's no telling what danger awaits them."If someone triggers those dangers, it could be catastrophic. The staircase is weighed down by crushing gravity, and at random intervals, it strikes with inexplicable force. Their ascent could end in disaster."As Andy spoke, Adrian glanced at Tyler's group and grew serious. "Sir Tyler, stay here for now. Rushing up blindly might lead to unforeseen consequences. Let me ascend first, scout the situation, and see if it's feasible to bring you all up later."Finnian chuckled lightly.
No one expected Adrian to act so recklessly, charging forward as if everything before him was insignificant.However, Andy couldn't condone Adrian's behavior. He was practically inviting disaster. A single misstep could shatter his body and end his life prematurely.Yet Adrian's gaze remained unwavering. He wasn't concerned about the risks. In his mind, as long as he believed in his decision, nothing else mattered.At that moment, the void trembled violently.Everything around seemed caught in a chaotic vibration.To the onlookers, Adrian's reckless charge into the unknown was incomprehensible. But Adrian appeared resolute in his desire to test his limits."I'll be fine. I can handle this," Adrian said calmly.Before Andy could respond, Adrian leapt forward, skipping over the step where Andy stood and hurtling directly into the void above.Tyler stood stunned. He hadn't expected Adrian to act so recklessly, crossing the steps and plunging ahead without hesitation."Adrian, you
This scene stunned Andy. His mind froze as he watched Adrian.Despite being only at the Void Stage, Adrian radiated an unprecedented air of mystery.Even Finnian, observing from above, showed surprise in his gaze."This young man is truly extraordinary. It seems I misjudged him," Finnian remarked as Adrian took another step.His movements were delicate, like walking on thin ice. His body trembled slightly, but his gaze remained unwavering.Tyler and the others below watched in awe.Andy's worry surged, and he wanted to warn Adrian against such reckless behavior. Continuing this way could be fatal, as the pressure would only intensify with each step.Suddenly, a sound sliced through the void.Figures from Sacred Lunaland appeared, led by a young man wielding a sword in his left hand and a fan in his right.With a flick of his fan, he summoned a gust that swept across the area.In the distance, streaks of green light illuminated the sky."So powerful!"More figures descended
Upon closer inspection, the scene left everyone speechless. It was hard to fathom what was unfolding before them.The ground trembled violently beneath a powerful force.Waves of immense energy surged toward the youth in green robes, yet he remained steadfast.Adrian was stunned. As he glanced at the youth, he realized this man was far from ordinary. His aura steadily rose, already nearing the late Void Stage and continuing to grow stronger."What kind of lightning is this? Why are such waves of power rippling through the celestial staircase?" someone asked in shock.Endless bolts of lightning rained down like a relentless storm, seemingly tearing the surroundings apart.The deafening roar echoed as the heavens shook uncontrollably.At that moment, the void seemed entirely consumed by lightning.The youth in green robes fixed his cold gaze on Adrian and sneered. "How dare an ant like you stand in my way?"His icy expression deepened as he locked eyes with Adrian. In the next i
The crowd trembled as the Holy Son's fury became palpable. It was hard to imagine what might unfold next. All eyes fixed on the scene, filled with unease."He's so powerful!""This guy is doomed!"The onlookers turned to Andy, certain he wouldn't survive the impending onslaught.Adrian clenched his fists, ready to intervene.As a friend who had climbed the staircase alongside Andy, how could he stand by and do nothing?A terrifying force erupted, making the void tremble.Just then, a calm yet authoritative voice from higher up on the steps reached Adrian's ears."Don't go down, kid. Relax, he has a trump card."In the next moment, bolts of lightning surged toward Andy, carrying overwhelming power.The Holy Son smirked coldly. "Hah, ants deserve nothing but death."Andy raised his head and sneered. "Ants? Do you even know what you're talking about?"His defiant retort stunned everyone. The crowd couldn't believe their eyes.Was Andy seeking death? How could anyone stand aga
The sheer power radiating from Andy was overwhelming. His strength seemed to rival that of the Holy Son.At that moment, Finnian smirked. "Ha! When this brat goes all out, he's a force to be reckoned with. Don't worry, kid."Adrian's eyes widened slightly in surprise. If that were true, he had clearly underestimated Andy in the past.The Andy before him now radiated immense power. It was hard to believe he had concealed such strength for so long.Suddenly, the void stilled. Both combatants unleashed their power simultaneously, only to retract it almost instantly."Huh? What's going on?" someone asked, bewildered.Another observer scoffed. "Hmph! Shows how ignorant you are. This is a clash between geniuses. The victor's already decided, but now isn't the time to kill."The crowd fell silent, stunned by the revelation. They had assumed something entirely different was happening.Upon closer inspection, some began to grasp the gravity of the situation.Adrian, too, was bewildered
Finnian smirked coldly. "Hmph! Do you seriously intend to eliminate this kid? You clearly lack the dignity of a true powerhouse."At that moment, Finnian appeared to be shielding Adrian, stunning the onlookers.Adrian had clearly offended the Sacred Lunaland group—a reckless mistake, given their fearsome reputation. Crossing them was akin to courting death.A suffocating pressure descended from the void, pressing down on Adrian with unstoppable force.His eyes flashed sharply. In an instant, he unleashed a devastating punch that shattered the void itself.The air cracked open, revealing a massive, gaping rift.Even so, Adrian remained pinned under the Holy Son's overwhelming power.High above, a colossal hand descended toward him.Suddenly, another terrifying force erupted from the void, colliding with the enormous hand. It trembled, its power rippling wildly through the void.Under its oppressive might, Adrian teetered at the edge of the celestial steps, barely holding his gr
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
The beast vanished from the sky without a final scream, its demise sudden and gruesome. The sight left everyone stunned and bewildered.The remaining beast roared in fury, its blood-red eyes blazing with rage and emitting a palpable aura of terror.Crimson light pulsed from its massive claws, spreading an ominous glow.The beast's deafening cries filled the air.Alarmed, Adrian muttered, "Damn it! It's going for mutual destruction!"The beast was preparing to self-destruct—unleashing its full power would annihilate the entire small world.Realizing the impending disaster, Adrian turned and fled, reinforcing his protective barrier as he raced away. He had no other choice. The beast's self-destruction was inevitable, beyond anything he could stop.As he sped into the distance, Adrian felt the beast's furious intent pursuing him. Amid its wrath, faint echoes of despair and unwillingness seemed to resonate.A blinding red light erupted from the beast, shooting skyward and staining
As Adrian battled on, a wave of blood-red energy spread across the sky, forming an enormous formation.With a cold smile, Adrian's eyes glinted with icy resolve. The blood-red energy in his hand trembled and expanded.The chaotic power erupted, and everything fell into place. All that remained was the final spark.Adrian sneered as he faced the two approaching beasts. His cold voice echoed. "It's my turn now."At that, the world seemed to fall silent.The two beasts found themselves trapped within the vast blood-red formation, which loomed overhead like a colossal barrier.Adrian remained calm and composed, drifting into the void as he observed the beasts. "I don't know who's behind this, but let me make it clear: don't push your luck."No sooner had the words left his mouth than Adrian waved his hand, releasing an overwhelming pressure. A series of blood-red divine lightning bolts shot toward the two beasts, crashing into their bodies with devastating force.The divine lightni
Adrian appeared almost insane, with each of his reckless attacks sending shockwaves of terrifying power through the air.The Soul Devouring Sword in his hand resembled a blood-red instrument of slaughter, painting the world with its violent energy.Each strike seemed to amplify Adrian's emotions. Though the beasts at the peak of the Void Stage were formidable, they would never force Adrian to submit.Even if he had to die lying down, he would never kneel to survive. The blood-red power he wielded radiated outward, illuminating everything in its path.Violent surges of power rampaged across the area, each one seemingly capable of shattering the very fabric of existence.Adrian exuded a terrifying, unyielding aura. The coldness and killing intent in his gaze revealed that he had no choice but to slay these two beasts. If he didn't, he would never escape this place.Adrian understood that the celestial ladder was testing him, and only by overcoming it could he gain the strength to b
Suspended in the void, Adrian watched as three ferocious beasts charged toward him.It seemed they had received a command, their eyes burning with murderous intent. Determined to kill him on the spot, they closed in.Adrian couldn't help but wonder what he had gotten himself into.Why had he insisted on climbing this celestial ladder? Entering here felt like a death wish.At that moment, helplessness filled him. He hadn't anticipated these demonic beasts would be so formidable. There was no way he could fight them.But regret was futile now. He was already inside.Adrian had no choice but to face the inevitable. His only option was to fight for survival, even if that meant death in this strange space."Hmph! You want me dead? It won't be that easy," Adrian remarked coldly. "If I've stirred up these monstrous creatures, then I'll show some respect. Let's see who's stronger."Without hesitation, Adrian hurled a punch toward the Red Feather Divine Bird, targeting the weakest oppon
What had initially appeared to be a dense swarm of beasts now seemed far less daunting.Adrian smiled slightly, satisfied. This was the result he had hoped for.At that moment, the Soul Devouring Sword glowed even more intensely.Adrian smiled faintly again. The sword was growing stronger, and that worked in his favor.He let out a cold chuckle. "Now, let's see what can stop me."As his words fell, a powerful, terrifying roar reverberated in the distance.A violent sound, full of rage, tore through the air. It seemed an even more fearsome beast was approaching.Adrian's eyes gleamed coldly as he sensed the change.From the distant horizon, a massive creature emerged from the void.It was an ancient beast—a bird, to be precise.Adrian's eyes widened in surprise. He hadn't expected it to be an ancient beast, let alone one as powerful as the Red Feather Divine Bird.The bird's greatest strength lay in its wings, forged from mystic iron. A single blow from those wings could infl
As soon as Adrian spoke, he made his move. The terrifying beast at the peak of the Void Stage posed a serious challenge.Adrian, currently an intermediate Void Stage warrion, faced a formidable opponent in the beast's immense size and power.Without any command from Adrian, the Soul Devouring Sword charged into the swarm of beasts, cutting down everything in its path with ruthless ferocity.Each time Adrian killed a beast, the sword rapidly consumed its blood and soul energy.In the blink of an eye, Adrian and his sword wreaked havoc across the battlefield, showing no signs of slowing down.Despite the bloodthirsty beasts surrounding him, Adrian remained calm.His fierce struggle only intensified their madness, and they relentlessly tried to kill him. It was clear they wouldn't stop until Adrian was destroyed.The battle had become frenzied.Adrian's movements grew faster and fiercer, while the air around him shook violently, as if the world itself quaked under the battle's int