That night was the most challenging night James had ever endured. That night, many of the Crepe Myrtle Sword Pavilion, which included the Crepe Myrtle Sword Master, Xianna Sadie, and Walganus Jaxon, watched his every move intently. Over the past few days, Walganus had gotten familiar with James. As such, he knew that James had already been within the borders of Sangria for a month. A man in a black robe stood on a tree in the distance and watched James, who was sitting in a lotus position in the courtyard. “Tonight’s the last night. If he can survive this, he’s certainly the fated one.” The man was Walganus. He was looking forward to James being the fated one. That way, he could help James obtain the providence before seizing them for himself. As James’ rank was insignificant, he would not pose a threat to him. Besides, he was not afraid of Sangria’s Curse. That was because his master had already given him a treasure that could resist Curse Magic. Time passed. Soon, daybr

James’ Yogacara Sword Energy brought about abnormalities in the mountains of the Crepe Myrtle Sword Pavilion. Sword Energy materialized from within the thousands of mountains and turned into concentrated energy before being absorbed by his Yogacara Sword Energy. At that moment, his Yogacara Sword Energy began undergoing changes. Everyone watched intently with eyes of envy, especially the Crepe Myrtle Sword Master. As the leader of the Crepe Myrtle Sword Pavilion, she knew very clearly how powerful the Sword Energy there was. The Sword Pavilion itself was a powerful Magic Circle. As long as one was within the Sword Pavilion, one’s Sword Energy would be unconsciously sapped away by the mountains and be concealed while one cultivated. As time passed, the Sword Energy being accumulated was terrifying. Now, they were released and absorbed by James. “Looks like he won’t be able to finish absorbing them in a short amount of time.” After glancing at James, Xianna said, “We should leave for

After everyone left, only James remained. Pensive, James sat on a chair in the courtyard. Though he had absorbed the Sword Energy of the Crepe Myrtle Sword Pavilion, he could not find the swordsmanship left behind by the Ancestral Sword Master. Now, his resolve was beginning to waver. “Is everything only a myth?” James believed there was no swordsmanship inheritance here. That was because he once heard from Sophie that the Ancestral Sword Master’s inheritance was located in the Mound of Sabers. Meanwhile, no one knew where the Mound of Sabers was located. As such, there was only a handful who had entered the location. Though James wished to obtain the inheritance of the Ancestral Sword Master, he did not force the issue. He had already obtained many benefits at the Crepe Myrtle Sword Pavilion. By absorbing the countless Sword Energies, his Yogacara had evolved to reach the Third Stage, thereby increasing his strength drastically. Currently, he could cross into the Tribulati

The Sword Master never expected Walganus to ambush her. Besides, Walganus’ strength was greater than hers in the first place. After being struck, her meridians shattered, and she collapsed heavily to the ground, spurting out a mouthful of blood. Standing up with great difficulty, she stared at Walganus, who was slowly approaching her, and pointed her finger at him, “Y-You…” As she spoke, her injuries were aggravated, and she collapsed to the ground once more. This time, she could not stand back up. Walganus walked over to the Sword Master, whose life was hanging by a thread, and looked down at her as an evil grin crept up on his face. “Don’t blame me for this, Sword Master. I truly hoped that it wouldn’t come to this. However, you refused to tell me what you know about swordsmanship.” “D-Despicable…” The Sword Master cursed. As her injuries were grave, blood trickled down her lips and stained her purple dress as she spoke. Walganus crouched down and sealed away her cultiv

James’ Yogacara was too powerful. Even from a distance away, Walganus could sense the majestic power sweeping through the entire Sword Pavilion. He was envious and jealous of James. “Everything you have now shall belong to me, James.” Walganus clenched his fists. Then, he left his accommodation and headed to Yanina Peak. Upon his arrival, Yanina walked over to him and said smilingly, “You’re here, Walganus.” “Mhm.” Walganus nodded and ordered, “Send men to monitor James’ movements.” “Understood.” “Remember, do not arouse his suspicion.” “I will keep that in mind.” After giving his orders, Walganus headed to the dungeon of Yanina Peak. The dungeon was dark and damp, and a stench of decay permeated the air. Two women were imprisoned there—the Sword Master and Empress Xianna. They suffered injuries, and their cultivation bases were sealed away. Walganus opened the Sword Master’s cell and walked in. The Sword Master was lying on the ground, gasping for breath.