“Stubborn old fool.” Adrian sneered. “Divine power, you say? Bring it on. Do you really think I’d be afraid?”He punched upward, sensing a dark force with the same ominous energy as the hellhound's approaching from the shadows. His gaze turned cold. “Perfect timing. I was just looking for more energy to absorb.”The shadowy power surged closer, but Adrian absorbed it in one swift move. The impact sent shockwaves through the air as if the force itself was enraged by his defiance. It retaliated, unleashing a torrent of energy in challenge.Adrian laughed, unfazed. "Too scared to show yourself? Fine, keep sending this power. I’d hate to waste it.” He roared with vitality as he absorbed the energy, his expression brimming with fierce joy. Watching in shock, the old man stood frozen. He hadn’t expected Adrian to consume divine power so readily as though it were a delicacy.As thunderous echoes filled the void, Adrian's eyes glinted with excitement. "Come on, don’t hold back. I’m just

Adrian refused to believe the shadows held nothing. The space around him had visibly shifted during his recent trial, suggesting a hidden presence was at work.Suddenly, a deep rumble shook the area, and a faint blue-green path materialized before him. Adrian’s eyes flickered with surprise. This passage was unlike anything he’d seen and likely set up by whatever entity was observing him from the shadows. If he wanted to escape, it seemed his only option was to follow the passage.Although uneasy, he pressed forward, stepping into the mysterious corridor. The path stretched endlessly, shrouded in a haze of blue-green light, making him feel a touch uncertain. Partway through, a stone tablet with an inscription appeared.[If the world were to end, what would you do?]Adrian chuckled wryly. “First, survive,” he replied. “Then, help others where I can. But my survival comes first.”As his answer echoed, the tablet shattered with a thunderous crack, replaced by another that read, [What

The Phoenix Tree spoke calmly, "Haha, there’s no need to worry so much, young one. Just focus on fulfilling your purpose."As the tree finished speaking, a few leaves gently trembled and drifted into the void. Adrian’s eyes lit up at the sight, and he eagerly reached out to claim them all. But the Phoenix Tree’s voice returned, warning, "Greed is endless, boy. Do you think you can take all these leaves? Do you believe each is filled with my precious essence?"Most of the leaves began to wither, leaving only two that floated slowly toward him. Astonished, Adrian asked, “What just happened? Please, enlighten me, elder.”The Phoenix Tree explained, "These leaves contain my essence. Only two are rich enough to retain it. The others withered. Did you think every leaf I bear holds such essence? You’re too naive.”Adrian’s face flushed with embarrassment, but after a moment’s reflection, he understood the wisdom in the tree’s words. If every one of the thousands of leaves held essence, th

A sudden rumble erupted in the distance, sparking excitement in Adrian’s eyes. Beside him, Tyron and the Violet Rain Bird shared the same look of anticipation. At last, they would fight alongside Adrian rather than watch him bear the burden alone.“Something powerful is definitely stirring over there. Let’s go check it out,” the Violet Rain Bird said.Once reluctant to follow Adrian, the bird now viewed him as a formidable leader, a visionary whose decisions inspired confidence. Tyron felt equally motivated, and even the Fire Unicorn bounced with excitement, wide-eyed with wonder at the vast, unknown world it was finally exploring.“Then let’s head out and begin a new journey!” Adrian declared.With his newfound strength, he was now a force to be reckoned with in this secret realm. Embracing his boldness, he led his companions toward the distant, radiant light pulsing ominously across the sky.Whoosh, whoosh, whoosh…Figures from various directions shot toward the light, clearly

Greg gripped his weapon tightly, anger flashing in his eyes as he spotted Adrian.Off to the side, Tyron watched with a look of mocking amusement.“Well, look who I’ve run into. Saves me the trouble of finding you.” Greg sneered, unleashing an intense aura that sent shivers through the onlookers.“What kind of power is this? He’s at the peak of the Astral Stage! It’s hard to believe he’s so strong,” someone whispered in shock.Greg’s strength was no accident. It hinted at years of disciplined training, not something achieved overnight. But Adrian met Greg’s gaze with defiant calm, his expression hardening as anger flickered in his own eyes.Greg scoffed. “I’ll give you one chance. Kneel, and I might let you live.”His desire to crush Adrian swelled as he recalled Adrian’s former arrogance. But Adrian remained cool and indifferent, fueling his rage.“You arrogant fool!” Greg bellowed, launching a deadly punch aimed straight at Adrian’s head. Adrian’s gaze sharpened, readying fo