Which was said to be an ancient space secret method Finn had obtained from a forgotten secret realm.

Once activated, it could forcibly distort the surrounding space, changing trajectories and displacing positions—but the price was terrifying. It consumed massive mental energy, devoured vitality, and caused severe backlash to the body and soul.

"I'm fine."

Finn spat out another mouthful of blood, his voice hoarse.

"The secret technique backfired and shattered several of my internal organs, but I won't die for the time being."

He wiped the blood from the corner of his mouth, his gaze sharp despite his injuries.

"The price I paid was too great. That technique can only be used once in my life. Young Patriarch… this Ethan is far stronger than we imagined. I'm afraid he still hasn't used his full strength."

Finn's eyes darkened.

"We are no match for him."

Zeph's pupils shrank.

"Then what should we do?"

"You and Evan must leave immediately."

Finn spoke without hesitation.

"Escape from this place and rendezvous with Her Highness the Saintess and the others. After recovering from your injuries, you can look for an opportunity to kill Ethan."

Zeph clenched his teeth.

"What about you?"

"I'm already at the end of my life."

Finn smiled grimly.

"Even if I don't die now, I can't escape. Let me stay behind and stop him."

He turned his head sharply.

"Evan—take the young patriarch and leave. Now!"

Evan's expression froze.

In just dozens of breaths, a battle that should have been an overwhelming suppression had turned into a nightmare. Finn, an Upper Demon Lord, had been mutilated even after using his life-saving trump card.

Without that spatial secret technique, Zeph would already be dead.

This alone proved how terrifying Ethan truly was.

Evan gritted his teeth and stepped to Zeph's side.

"Young Master, Finn will hold him back. We go—now!"

But before they could move—

A calm, indifferent voice echoed across the battlefield.

"You three…"

"Are you really so confident that you can discuss escape under my nose?"

"Or have you already lost your brains?"

Ethan floated in midair, his gaze cold and distant.

Evan and Zeph looked up simultaneously, their eyes filled with killing intent and humiliation.

"Ethan!"

Zeph roared.

"You're only arrogant because of the rules of this secret realm. If this were outside, you wouldn't even have the chance to resist!"

Evan's voice was icy.

"Don't think this means anything. Our Palace of the Four Cycles Heavenly Palace is not something you can provoke!"

"Today's shame will be repaid tenfold once we leave this place!"

Zeph knew the situation was hopeless.

Continuing the fight would only mean death.

With hatred burning in his eyes, he turned and fled.

Humiliation.

Rage.

But above all—fear.

As long as he lived, there would still be a chance.

The green hills remain; there will be no shortage of firewood.

Once they returned to Blue-Wave City, he would rest, recover, and then beg the clan experts of the Tengu Clan to take action.

If necessary, he wouldn't even need his own clan.

Ethan had already offended the Chief Palace Master.

Once he exited the secret realm, endless pursuit would await him.

With Valerius's strength, killing Ethan would be effortless.

Zeph and Evan transformed into two streaks of light, tearing through the air as they fled.

Ethan watched them go, the corner of his mouth lifting into a faint, mocking smile.

"Want to leave?"

"But can you?"

The words had barely fallen when his figure dissolved into a crimson bolt of lightning, chasing after them.

But Finn would not allow it.

He roared, forcibly suppressing the agony tearing through his body as he activated the demonic energy within his dantian.

The demon pill trembled violently, releasing torrents of power.

"Ethan—your opponent is me!"

Finn lunged forward.

His demonic energy turned blood-red as his heart began to beat like a war drum.

Cracks spread across his chest.

His blood ignited.

Potential, vitality, soul—everything burned at once.

His aura surged madly, climbing to a peak that eclipsed his former self.

For a brief moment, the pain vanished.

Only power remained.

Finn stepped directly in front of Ethan, veins bulging across his arms and neck.

Black fur erupted from his skin.

His body expanded violently.

In mere breaths, a colossal tengu over three meters tall stood before Ethan, its eyes glowing crimson.

Finn roared, the sound shaking the mountains.

"Burning heart and soul—this is a desperate stand!"

Ethan glanced at him.

The murderous aura around him suddenly receded like a tide, vanishing into his body.

Finn laughed hoarsely.

"Haha! Good—at least you know fear!"

"Even if I die today, I will stop you!"

He swung his claws toward Ethan's throat.

Ethan did not even look at him.

His gaze remained locked on the distant figures of Zeph and Evan.

Within his body, the silent starry world began to light up.

The Celestial Jade Physique Scripture was pushed to its limit.

Golden energy roared through his veins, condensing into crackling arcs of lightning.

A long black sword appeared in his hand.

Holy-grade weapon—Desolation-Annihilating Sword.

Ethan hurled it without hesitation.

The sword spun at high speed, transforming into a black disc of light that screamed through the air toward Zeph.

At the same time, Ethan formed a seal with his hands.

"The laws of heaven and earth."

His bones and flesh resonated, his body expanding as his aura collided violently with Finn's.

"Dharma Body—manifest!"

A giant appeared behind him.

The Dharma Body was translucent, its surface flowing with radiant colors like molten glass.

"Go."

Ethan commanded calmly.

The Dharma Body charged toward Finn.

Finn slashed with his steel claws.

Clang!

A crisp, metallic sound rang out.

The claws struck the Dharma Body head-on.

Finn's expression changed instantly.

It felt like striking divine steel.

Not only did the Dharma Body remain unscathed—his own arms went numb from the recoil.

"This is only his Dharma Body…"

"How can it be this hard?!"

Shock filled Finn's eyes.

But he had no time to think.

He roared and unleashed everything he had left, attacking the Dharma Body in a frenzy.

At the same time, Ethan bent his knees and launched forward like a cannonball, chasing after Zeph.

"Your opponent is me!"

Finn howled, turning to pursue Ethan.

His aura burned brighter, fiercer—

His blood burning fast.

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