Boom! A sudden loud sound echoed. The illusory giant hand that James had reached out with was immediately rebounded by a mysterious force, causing him to stagger back dozens of steps with a series of thuds.

“This power is formidable.” James steadied himself and transmitted his voice to Lesia. “I’ve never encountered anything like this since I embarked on the path of cultivation. It must be the power of the previous Tai Chi, right?”

“Yes!” Lesia replied, “Master, it’s best not to reveal the Terrastride Step that disregards formations and restrictions. That's the bottom line.”

James squinted and fell silent.

Right then, Adina hurriedly rushed over. “Master, are you alright?”

James shook his head.

Adina sighed helplessly. “Clayton said we must embed that pearl into the groove to open the entrance of Kronosia Realm, but you don’t trust me.” She then lowered her head with some anger. “Since you don’t trust me, I won’t go in either. I’ll be outside to keep watch for you.”

Then, she tu