"Trying to possess me? You old ghost, you dare to challenge me!" The newly Martial Grandmaster Realm First Level Peak power of the first level of Martial Grandmaster in Xiao Han's dantian suddenly erupted. In his sea of consciousness, the [Primordial Eternal Night Overlord] (prototype) Martial Soul, wearing a twelve-tassel crown and a dark shadow star river imperial robe, roared silently to the sky, its divine might awe-inspiring!
The Domain Prototype was born in response to a thought!
In an instant, an even more ancient and purer pressure from the Shadow Realm erupted from Xiao Han's center, covering an area of a hundred feet in radius. Within this absolute dark domain, all laws retreated, and life fell silent. The speed and power of the howling chains of vengeful spirits were suddenly reduced by more than 30%, and the curse power attached to them also became sluggish.
Xiao Han clenched his left hand, and the [Netherworld Chaos Dragon Flame], interwoven with dark purple and starlight blue, blazed fiercely, transforming into a ferocious dragon-shaped flame that roared as it charged into the raging tide of chains. Wherever the flame passed, the vengeful soul chains emitted a piercing "sizzle" sound, being burned and purified by the domineering dragon flame, breaking inch by inch. Xiao Han's figure transformed into a blurry stream of light within the domain, relying on his extraordinary control over the power of shadow to engage in fierce combat with the skeletal emperor's shadow.
"Heh heh, an interesting junior. You've actually managed to grasp the power of Primordial Shadow. No wonder you were able to devour a wisp of the Emperor Lord's remnant heart." The skeletal Emperor Shadow let out a dry, grating laugh. Although it was only a remnant soul, its combat instincts and masterful use of shadow power far surpassed those of Xiao Han, who had only just begun to understand the art. It effortlessly employed various ancient shadow techniques that had long been lost: Netherworld Ghost Claws, Shadow Bone Spears, Soul-Devouring Demon Domain... each move was deadly, and for a time it completely suppressed Xiao Han, forcing him into a perilous situation.
Xiao Han's face was ashen, and he activated [Overlord's Gaze] from time to time. His gaze, which contained a hint of Emperor Lord majesty, could always cause the skeletal emperor's shadow to hesitate for a moment at crucial moments. At the same time, the crimson and star patterns of the [Myriad Souls Battle Body Prototype] on his body flashed alternately, and he withstood several heavy blows. His bones were on the verge of cracking and blood spilled from the corner of his mouth, but he also frantically absorbed valuable combat experience and insights into the Shadow Law from the opponent's exquisite attacks.
During the fierce battle, Xiao Han keenly discovered with his [Void-Piercing Divine Eyes] that the source of power of the Skeleton Emperor Shadow seemed to be closely connected with the hideous black crystal throne on the throne. The throne occasionally emitted a dark radiance, which merged into its remnant soul and replenished its consumption.
"Boy, your reaction isn't slow!" the skeletal emperor sneered, a hint of arrogance in his voice. "I am the number one warrior under the Eternal Night Emperor, 'Darkfall Bone Venerable'! This 'Dark Night Throne' was personally crafted for me by the Emperor Lord, incorporating a trace of my natal soul source. Unless the Emperor Lord comes, you cannot defeat me! Obediently offer up your body and become the foundation of my rebirth; that would be your supreme honor!"
Darkfall Bone Venerable? Dark Night Throne? Xiao Han stirred. This throne... is probably the real key!
A glint of madness flashed in his eyes. He feinted a move to force back the Bone Lord's claws, then suddenly activated the "Close at Hand, A Step to the Ends of the Earth" movement technique. Under the extreme darkness of the [Eternal Night, Fall of Myriad Realms] domain, his figure transformed into an almost imperceptible shadow. He bypassed the Darkfall Bone Venerable's frontal interception at an unbelievable angle, like an arrow released from a bow, heading straight for the Dark Night Throne that exuded an aura of ominousness and allure!
"How dare you, you brat!" Upon seeing this, the Darkfall Bone Venerable flew into a rage, and the ghostly fire in its empty eye sockets surged several feet. Its withered bone claws instantly expanded, transforming into a dark, shadowy figure that blotted out the sky, carrying a terrifying power capable of shattering mountains, and slammed down on Xiao Han's back, intending to kill him instantly and prevent him from reaching the throne.
This attack was as fast as lightning, and there was no way to avoid it!
Xiao Han seemed to have anticipated this, and instead of dodging or avoiding it, he pushed the [Myriad Souls Battle Body Prototype] within him to its limit, causing his body to glow with intense crimson and starlight, and he forcefully withstood the thunderous blow with his back!
"Puff--!"
A mouthful of scalding blood gushed from Xiao Han's mouth like pearls from a broken string. His body felt as if it had been struck by a thunderbolt, and a sharp pain, like bones cracking, shot through his back. It felt as if his internal organs had shifted out of place. But on his face, which was contorted with pain, a savage, triumphant smile curled at the corner of his mouth.
Because his right hand was already firmly placed on the cold, piercing Dark Night Throne covered with mysterious patterns!
The moment they made contact, something unexpected happened!
Within the Dark Night Throne, a Primordial Shadow Power, even purer, more vast, and more primordial than the remnant soul power of the Primordial Shadow Darkfall Bone Venerable, surged into Xiao Han's body like a volcano finding its outlet, ignoring the Darkfall Bone Venerable's furious and desperate will! This power resonated with an unprecedentedly strong force with his [Primordial Eternal Night Overlord] Martial Soul in his sea of consciousness, as if they were connected by blood and were originally one!
"No--! This is impossible!" Darkfall Bone Venerable let out a horrified scream. It clearly felt that the soul connection between itself and the Dark Night Throne, which had lasted for countless years, was being forcibly severed by an irresistible force! The Dark Night Throne, which represented the Emperor Lord's will and supreme glory, was actually actively choosing a new master!
"Roar!" Under the infusion of this pure source, Xiao Han's aura surged wildly once again. His injuries healed at a speed visible to the naked eye, and his strength rose steadily. In an instant, he stabilized his cultivation at the Martial Grandmaster Realm First Level Peak, and there were faint signs of him breaking through to a higher level!
He turned around abruptly, his eyes, burning with [Netherworld Chaos Dragon Flame], fixed intently on the Darkfall Bone Venerable, who was filled with shock and rage.
"Old man, your era... is over!"
Using the power of the throne, Xiao Han unleashed a powerful punch! This punch combined his newly acquired immense power, the incinerating properties of the [Netherworld Chaos Dragon Flame], and the Soul Impact of the [Overlord's Gaze], resulting in the explosively powerful "Annihilation Divine Fist"!
The punch, like a shooting star in the dark night, struck straight at the heart of the enemy!
"No! The prophecy... the Emperor Lord's prophecy... the throne chooses its master, and those who defy fate return..." The Darkfall Bone Venerable let out a shrill, desperate wail. It seemed to recall an ancient prophecy sealed deep within its primordial memories. Its remnant soul core, under the terrifying fist force containing dual power, began to crumble inch by inch, like ice and snow scorched by the blazing sun, turning into specks of black light that dissipated.
The eerie green will-o'-the-wisps were completely extinguished.
Darkfall Bone Venerable, the foremost general under the Eternal Night Emperor, was thus annihilated.
Xiao Han, on the other hand, was completely enveloped by an even grander and more mysterious power of the throne. Countless profound shadow runes surged from the throne and flowed around his body, as if he had fallen into a deeper level of transformation and inheritance.
In a daze, he seemed to see a road, leading to a wider and grander world, full of endless unknowns and challenges, slowly unfolding before him outside this underground cavern... In the distance, it seemed that countless eyes, spanning endless time and space, were watching this newborn ruler of the night.