The giant Sinmon suddenly roared loudly, and the ice and snow covering his body exploded, causing him to fall to the ground frozen stiff.
He slowly regained consciousness. When he stood up, he noticed that Eddie and the Falling Flower City Lord were both lying unconscious on the ground.
He couldn't contain his joy and shouted, "In the end, I completed this mission! Haha! Bone Bowl and Xian Gong both died in battle, and Ding Cang is just a coward who doesn't deserve to share the victory with me!"
He leaped towards Eddie, raising his wolf-toothed gauntlet, preparing to strike down.
Suddenly, he felt someone behind him and turned to look. He saw a cute, pink and lovely snake demon girl staring at him with wide eyes.
She looked incredibly adorable, but the power she exuded sent shivers down Sinmon's spine.
In the hands of the adorable little girl was a pair of petite and exquisite Frost Blades.
With a gentle swing, Sinmon suddenly realized that his right leg had been silently severed, and the wound was rapidly freezing over.
"Roar!" Sinmon was stunned. He had never seen his body so fragile before, being severed with a single strike? How was this possible? Even a Great Axe wouldn't have been able to cut his skin... No, this was a divine weapon! Sinmon was terrified and fled without hesitation.
Hopping on one leg and climbing with his arms, he escaped from the entrance of the one-line passage, deeply afraid that the snake demon girl wouldn't pursue him.
Instead, she simply raised a massive golden spear, larger than her own body, and plucked it like a musical instrument.
Countless bolts of lightning gathered, forming a crackling thunderball that flew towards Sinmon's back.
With a deafening roar, Sinmon felt like he had been struck by lightning. He was blasted into the air, his back covered in burns, and his body charred.
He tumbled and fell through the sky, crashing and colliding with snow and rocks along the way. When he finally regained consciousness, he was nearing the bottom of the celestial pool.
Terrified, he quickly used his hands to grab and cling to the rocky wall to reduce his falling speed.
With great effort and numerous hardships, Sinmon finally descended from the heights.
When he examined himself by the edge of the celestial pool, he found that he had turned into a roasted pig, a charred one at that, as his entire body was covered in burnt skin.
"I'll definitely get revenge for this!" Sinmon vowed, determined to seek revenge once his injuries healed. He knew he couldn't confront the enemy directly, but he could secretly target their loved ones and friends, using any opportunity to strike back. With a particular person providing him with information, he wasn't worried about finding opportunities for revenge.
Sinmon was especially infuriated when he saw his missing eye and severed leg. He ground his teeth in hatred.
"Woof!" Suddenly, an odd dog-like bark came from behind him.
"Stupid dog, get out of my way!" Sinmon thought it was a wounded bronze-tier level three wolf, daring to have designs on him. If it weren't for his painful wounds, he wouldn't have bothered. He believed he could easily kill it with just one hand.
"Meow..." The injured wolf suddenly meowed like a cat. At the same time, two creatures, a cat and a wolf, approached him menacingly.
"Damn dog, and a cat too!" Sinmon sneered, standing up and preparing to strike with a punch. "Awoo!"
Inside the cave, the ice and snow slowly melted away.
The giant Sinmon suddenly roared loudly, and the ice and snow covering his body exploded, causing him to fall to the ground frozen stiff.
He slowly regained consciousness.
When he stood up, he noticed that Eddie and the Falling Flower City Lord were both lying unconscious on the ground.
He couldn't contain his joy and shouted, "In the end, I completed this mission! Haha! Bone Bowl and Xian Gong both died in battle, and Ding Cang is just a coward who doesn't deserve to share the victory with me!"
He leaped towards Eddie, raising his wolf-toothed gauntlet, preparing to strike down.
Suddenly, he felt someone behind him and turned to look.
He saw a cute, pink and lovely snake demon girl staring at him with wide eyes.
She looked incredibly adorable, but the power she exuded sent shivers down Sinmon's spine.
In the hands of the adorable little girl was a pair of petite and exquisite Frost Blades.
With a gentle swing, Sinmon suddenly realized that his right leg had been silently severed, and the wound was rapidly freezing over.
"Roar!" Sinmon was stunned. He had never seen his body so fragile before, being severed with a single strike? How was this possible?
Even a Great Axe wouldn't have been able to cut his skin... No, this was a divine weapon! Sinmon was terrified and fled without hesitation.
Hopping on one leg and climbing with his arms, he escaped from the entrance of the one-line passage, deeply afraid that the snake demon girl wouldn't pursue him.
Instead, she simply raised a massive golden spear, larger than her own body, and plucked it like a musical instrument.
Countless bolts of lightning gathered, forming a crackling thunderball that flew towards Sinmon's back.
With a deafening roar, Sinmon felt like he had been struck by lightning.
He was blasted into the air, his back covered in burns, and his body charred.
He tumbled and fell through the sky, crashing and colliding with snow and rocks along the way.
When he finally regained consciousness, he was nearing the bottom of the celestial pool.
Terrified, he quickly used his hands to grab and cling to the rocky wall to reduce his falling speed.
With great effort and numerous hardships, Sinmon finally descended from the heights.
When he examined himself by the edge of the celestial pool, he found that he had turned into a roasted pig, a charred one at that, as his entire body was covered in burnt skin.
"I'll definitely get revenge for this!" Sinmon vowed, determined to seek revenge once his injuries healed.
He knew he couldn't confront the enemy directly, but he could secretly target their loved ones and friends, using any opportunity to strike back.
With a particular person providing him with information, he wasn't worried about finding opportunities for revenge.
Sinmon was especially infuriated when he saw his missing eye and severed leg. He ground his teeth in hatred.
"Woof!" Suddenly, an odd dog-like bark came from behind him.
"Stupid dog, get out of my way!" Sinmon thought it was a wounded bronze-tier level three wolf, daring to have designs on him.
If it weren't for his painful wounds, he wouldn't have bothered. He believed he could easily kill it with just one hand.
"Meow..." The injured wolf suddenly meowed like a cat. At the same time, two creatures, a cat and a wolf, approached him menacingly.
"Damn dog, and a cat too!" Sinmon sneered, standing up and preparing to strike with a punch. "Awoo!"
Suddenly, a golden summoning rune appeared on the wolf's forehead, and its eyes flashed with mysterious runes. Its body rapidly transformed, growing in size.
A fierce black flame ignited, followed by a dim golden pillar of light rising, forming an enormous three-headed hellhound engulfed in dark hellfire.
With a deafening roar, the black flames erupted like a storm, and even the one-legged giant Sinmon was shaken back a step.
The black smoke billowed and dissipated, leaving behind a burning hellfire that continued to blaze.
Before Sinmon stood a three-headed demon wolf, with each head of different sizes.
The middle head was the largest, while the two on the sides were slightly smaller.
Each head had its own unique summoning runes on its forehead.
Its released aura was like that of a demon king descending.
"This wolf can actually transform on its own? It's a Golden-tier Level Five 'Hell Three-Headed Hound,' no, it should be an ancient world-destroying demon wolf. Even though it has two extra heads, it's undoubtedly an ancient demon wolf!" Sinmon felt his scalp tingle.
He understood that he shouldn't mess with an ancient demon wolf with the ability to hide its true strength and transform. Fortunately, its rank was relatively lower, or he would have been in dire straits.
"Bark! Meow! Howl!"
The three-headed wolf made different sounds, but the bloodthirsty gleam in their six wolf eyes all revealed the same intention—they wanted a meal! Sinmon quickly retreated a few steps, trying to keep his voice down, and cautiously reached into his pocket, pulling out a large magical crystal and tossing it onto the ground.
"Good doggies, have some magical crystal. Human flesh isn't tasty; one piece isn't enough? I'll give you another!"
However, the terrifying demon wolf didn't even spare a glance at the magical crystal Sinmon offered. It swatted the bribe away with a single paw and pounced on him like lightning.
What followed was a series of horrific screams.
One-line cave residence:
When Eddie slowly regained consciousness, he realized that his body's wounds had miraculously healed at some point.
Inside him, spiritual energy filled him to the brim, and he felt incredibly powerful.
But when he tried to move, he realized he couldn't control the overwhelming force within him.
A single touch of the ground sent him flying into the air, and it took him a while to regain control and descend.
He remembered going berserk when he saw the Phoenix Fairy killing the three women.
How come he hadn't died, and instead, he had experienced a breakthrough?
Eddie discovered that his body harbored an uncontrollable and immense power, as if a single strike could move a mountain, and a single stomp could cause a river to burst its banks.
Eddie landed on the ground, but his power was hard to control.
He found himself inadvertently crushing the stone surface beneath his feet, sinking deep into the rock.
When he tried to grab onto the rocky wall, his hand extended, and even without applying much force, the rock immediately shattered, leaving deep claw marks.
Eddie saw the mysterious beauty lying on the ground and wanted to rush over to rescue her.
However, when he exerted force to move, his entire body shot into the stone wall like a cannonball, creating a massive hole.
With a deafening crash, he embedded himself deep into the rock.
This sudden, rapid flight was more than ten times faster than before, and Eddie couldn't control his new-found strength properly.
He was both astonished and perplexed; when had he become this powerful?
Was it the work of the Phoenix Fairy?
"They're fine; come up here, I have something to tell you," a clear voice echoed down from the cave ceiling. Eddie heard the voice, and although it felt familiar, he couldn't recall where he had heard it before.
He leaped upward with astonishing speed, and before he could even turn, he crashed through the rock and emerged from the hole.
He stumbled out of the broken stones and finally saw a mysterious woman standing in front of him.
She was dressed in a tight white dragon leather outfit, her small, delicate shoulders exposed.
Eddie recognized her instantly, the enigmatic beauty who had given him a crystal card before entering the Tower of Ascension. She was his guide, a mysterious woman whom no one seemed to know anything about.
No matter who he asked, they would change the topic when her name was mentioned, even the Night Roarer, who held a high position in the Tian Luo Kingdom, seemed jealous of her. Her immense beauty had given her an aura of mystique.
"I know you've been looking for me, and you must have many questions," the mysterious beauty replied softly without turning around.
"There are many things you now know, but they may become a burden to you. That's why I didn't tell you. However, if you wish to know, I can tell you. But be warned, once you hear it, you might lose the happiness you have now."
"Then let me ask you a few questions!" Eddie didn't want to bear any responsibility for knowing the truth. He was merely curious and wanted some gossip. He asked, "Can you tell me who you are?"
"I am your guide to the Tower of Ascension," the mysterious beauty replied in a soft voice.
"What does that mean?" Eddie didn't understand.
"But you haven't taught me anything!" Eddie exclaimed, feeling exasperated by his seemingly irresponsible guide.
The mysterious beauty explained, her voice gradually fading:
"In the past, I had a clever and talented younger sister with great potential. I sincerely hoped she would advance quickly, avoid unnecessary detours, and become a peak expert. "
"So, I arranged the most suitable path of cultivation for her, provided her with the best battle beasts, and the finest treasures. I gave her everything she needed. But in the end, she chose a path that I never expected. "
"After she became a peak expert, she immediately turned against me, and we became enemies. She felt that my arrangements were a mistake and made her life devoid of freedom, giving her a sense that everything was dictated by others. "
"After that incident, I deeply reflected on it. Maybe she was right; freedom is the most important thing in this world."
"I haven't given you anything, but I've given you freedom. You don't need to accept my arrangements or follow my tasks. "
"You have complete free will and the freedom to live your life. You don't need to reach a specific realm within a set time or endure the pressure of ranking competition like others. "
"I want you to be happy, to live a joyful life, and do what makes you happy, right or wrong. I won't interfere. Your progress is solely because of your efforts. In this way, I might not be fulfilling my duty as a guide, but you are free!"
...
"Freedom is great, but isn't it a bit too much to not say anything at all?" Eddie couldn't help but think that some guidance wouldn't hurt.
"What do you want to know?" The mysterious beauty asked.
"Well, for instance, what's going on with my body right now?" Eddie felt that his strength had increased significantly, but he couldn't control it properly, causing him a headache.
"Your current state is at the 'Innate Level One.' Living in the Dragon Soaring Continent with this state would be quite troublesome because you could easily destroy everything you touch. Trying to hug a loved one might result in their bones breaking. So, if you don't learn to control your power, living in the Dragon Soaring Continent will be challenging." The mysterious beauty suddenly smiled.
Her laughter was soft but extraordinarily pleasant, like a gentle breeze that brought a sense of relief to the body and mind.
"So, what should I do?" Eddie now realized the importance of having a guide, as some things had to be learned through guidance, and you couldn't just figure them out on your own.
The mysterious beauty didn't turn around; she simply reached out with her fair hand and lightly tapped Eddie's forehead.
"Ordinary people first learn control, mastering techniques like concealing their presence, before gradually ascending to the Innate realm. "
"You, on the other hand, are different. You're still a child and don't understand anything, yet you've already advanced to the Innate level. "
"Furthermore, you reached Innate Level One in one go, which is why you're in your current state. You currently possess the abilities of a Ninth-level Saint, but your control is at the level of a Sixth-level Master. Naturally, it won't work."
A stream of thought gently penetrated Eddie's mind, giving him an immediate sense of enlightenment.
So, that's how it works…
A brand-new method appeared in Eddie's mind, combined with his own circumstances, forming a clear and profound understanding.
Eddie circulated his true energy and tried using this concealment technique. Immediately, he felt that all the power within his body had been sealed perfectly, lying dormant until he needed to awaken it.
His body returned to its previous state in an instant, and the feeling of complete control he had before returned.
He moved his limbs and realized that being an ordinary person was happier.
Turning into a congenital, even touching a stone would shatter it; such a life was truly terrifying.
Fortunately, outside, if he were at Ivy League Academy or at home, if he pulled Sophia or accidentally touched Little Frost, they might get hurt.
Being an ordinary person most of the time was the best way. In battles, he could unseal his power, then unleash it to fight with congenital strength; it was a win-win!
She said:
"In fact, there are some things I won't tell you. You might feel confused, but you can explore and comprehend on your own. "
"Besides, you'll encounter various people in different realms and environments, interact with them, learn, and gain experience. "
"Isn't that more interesting? "
"Moreover, you're a young man with pride, and I believe you wouldn't want others to control you. So, if you have questions in your heart, I'll tell you later! Focus on your training, and I'll come back to find you in a year..."
The beautiful lady seemed ready to leave.
"Wait, Miss Instructor, what's your name?" Eddie hurriedly asked the name of the beautiful lady.
"My name isn't listed in the introductory project. If you want to know, when you reach the sixth floor of the Heaven-Reaching Tower, you'll see a ranking of warriors. My name is at the top," the beautiful lady ignited Eddie's curiosity.
"Are you the top-ranked there?" Eddie was almost dizzy with shock.
"That ranking doesn't have a top because the top few haven't officially engaged in battles. Put it simply, I'm one of the top-ranked." The beautiful lady's words nearly made Eddie collapse; what's the difference with being at the top?
"One last question, Miss Instructor, do you have a boyfriend?" Eddie was suitable for the role of a paparazzo because of his strong gossip tendencies.
"If there's a human male who breaks through the tenth floor of the Heaven-Reaching Tower and enters the eleventh floor, I might consider it. After all, it's been a bit lonely being alone for a thousand years."
The beautiful lady's words had a strong implication, almost seducing Eddie's soul.
However, what truly shocked Eddie was that this seemingly twenty-year-old beautiful lady was actually a thousand-year-old fairy.
Well, even Lady White turned into a White Lady after practicing for a thousand years.
Compared to Queen Elizabeth, who could sleep for over ten thousand years, she was even more impressive!
Seeing the beautiful lady open a rift in space with her jade-like hand and disappear, Eddie was no longer surprised because his heart had become numb.
In contrast, Demon Lord Hasin, who was still restricted by space, was a bit unlucky.
Eddie thought it didn't matter if Demon Lord Hasin was unlucky.
After all, this guy was his opponent, and even though the beautiful lady was active on the ninth and tenth floors of the Heaven-Reaching Tower, Demon Lord Hasin probably only operated on the seventh or eighth floor of the tower.
He could only catch glimpses of the beautiful lady's skirt. However, after estimating, Eddie felt that even if he had reached the first level of congenital strength, he still couldn't beat the ambitious Demon Lord Hasin.
But according to the Summoning Codex, this guy was an eighth-level Demon Lord. Could it be... he was a congenital eighth level?
"Hasin isn't that strong, right?" Eddie quickly denied.
If, as Panda Granny and Night Queen had said, according to the Heaven-Reaching Tower's ranking system, a Ninth-level Saint was considered a First-level Congenital, Eddie thought that Demon Lord Hasin might only be at the level of Congenital Four or Five, or maybe even lower!
Eddie was desperately cursing this formidable opponent, wishing to turn Demon Lord Hasin into a pitiful dwarf.
This was mainly because Demon Lord Hasin had left a profound impact on Eddie's psyche. Currently, only he and Phoenix could penetrate the protective shield of the Summoning Codex.
Other people, like the Purple Gold Marquis, were completely powerless against the radiant halo shield of the codex.
The gap was right there.
"When I reach Congenital levels Five or Six, I'll go to the Abyss and take care of Demon Lord Hasin. For now, I need to attend to this swordswoman lady with rouge-tinted days; it's crucial for my future happiness..."
As soon as he landed, Eddie noticed the mysterious beauty who had been pierced through her heart by Phoenix sitting up and clutching her chest, seemingly in pain.
"Don't move, let me take a look!" Eddie volunteered.
"... Is this guy genuinely kind or just a pervert?" Regardless, the mysterious beauty was rather indifferent toward him.