Coullruins, unknown space.


    The massive body of the Devil Mothswept through the air, its wings pping and scatteringrge quantities of white powder, emitting an eerie, piercing sound that left Enzo dazed, trapped in a hallucination.


    "LordEnzo, you''ve returned."


    A familiar voice echoed in Enzo''s ears.


    "Amy?" Enzo eximed in surprise, muttering to himself, "Wait, wasn''t I in the high tower, then fell through a crevice, and ended up in a ce called the Servolk Market?"


    "Servolk Market? Where is that?" Amy asked.


    "Could it be a dream?"


    Enzo said, half believing and half doubting.


    Amy before him seemed incredibly real, not just in her concerned expression but even theforting feel of her furry tail when touched.


    Unfortunately, it was all false.


    Enzo''s consciousness instantly became clear, seeing the true scene before him. Among the drifting white powder, countless skeletonsy scattered on the ground—beasts and humans alike.


    They were all killed by the Devil Moth.


    "Truly extraordinary, to be able to create such a realistic illusion."


    Enzo sighed, his expression growing more solemn.


    However, he didn''t notice that not far away, two people were watching.


    One was a stooped figure, an old man whose aura was profound beyond measure, far stronger than that of the Devil Moth. The space around him seemed to bear the weight of his powerful presence, as if it might shatter.


    The other was a young girl.


    She wore extraordinarily ornate clothing made of cotton, never seen in the barren mountain area, adorned with exquisitely crafted patterns. Additionally, the girl wore jewelry made of gold and gemstones, further emphasizing her nobility.


    "Mr.Ix, that person actually saw through the Devil Moth''s illusion." The girl said to the elderly man beside her.


    Ix, the old man, showed a fond smile and said, "To withstand the Devil Moth''s illusion, he''s indeed a promising young fellow. Of course, he''s merely promising; there are many in our n who are stronger than him."


    "Also, Trelina, we should leave." the old man said.


    "After theHighTower copsed, the lost Heart of the High Tower should be somewhere around here. We''d better find it quickly and hurry back."


    "Otherwise, your father will surely reprimand you."


    Upon hearing this, Trelina was extremely reluctant.


    She pleaded, "Grandpa Ix, just let me watch a little longer. A person with that kind of strength, daring to fight the Devil Mothinstead of fleeing, he must be a warrior."


    Ix smiled and replied, "Or perhaps he didn''t realize the Devil Moth''s true strength. Judging by his appearance, he''s just someone from a small tribe. There are too many such small tribes."


    "Small tribe?" Trelina turned her gaze back and asked eagerly, "Grandpa Ix, the two small tribes you mentionedst time, the Golden Lion Tribe and the Barren Mountain Tribe, what happened to them in the end?"


    "They''re both gone," Ix said with a smile.


    Taking the opportunity, he imparted a lesson to the girl, saying, "Trelina, whether it''s the barren mountain, the Blue Sea, archipgo, or the snowy mountains, these only upy a part of the world, and the most barren part at that. Moreover, the people in these ces bear curses, symbolizing something ominous. I know you''re kind-hearted, but goodshould be reserved for our own people, not outsiders."


    Trelina noddedand said,"Mr.Ix, I understand."


    Just then, Trelina suddenly eximed, "Mr.Ix, he can''t defeat the Devil Moth! He''s about to die!"


    ...


    Ahead, in Trelina''s line of sight.


    Enzo was struck by the Devil Mothand thrown to the ground, coughing up blood.


    He hadn''t anticipated that this Devil Mothnot only possessed immense strength but also remarkable intelligence. It could coordinate different abilities,unching attacks while instantly creating illusions. Though Enzo could swiftly break free from the illusions, it still cost him precious time.


    Thispse gave the Devil Mothan opening.


    Struggling to his feet after being knocked back once more, Enzo realized he couldn''t continue like this.


    When the Devil Motunched another assault, Enzo initiated an illusion of his own.


    During their battle, he had already discerned the Devil Moth''s aura. Despite being a giant supernatural creature, Enzo could simte its power with his strong mental prowess.


    In that moment, the Devil Mothfroze momentarily in confusion.


    Enzo didn''t waste the opportunity. Vines erupted from the ground, binding the massive creature, while mes flickered in the palm of his hand, dancing with deadly intent. The mes emitted a threatening aura that filled the Devil Mothwith fear.


    Not far away, Trelina''s eyes widened in astonishment. "Impressive!" she eximed.


    The old man, Ix, also looked surprised. "Not bad at all. Controlling such powerful abilities at this age rivals some of our newer n members. But it''s still just that. Thisnd is extremely barren and cannot nurture individuals of such great strength."


    Despite his surprise, Ix remained indifferent towards Enzo.


    He hailed from a distant region of immense power, far beyondparison with ces like the barren mountain or Blue Sea.


    He was a guardian from a powerful tribe.


    And therefore, everything in this region was beneath his notice.


    Except for one thing: the Heart of the High Tower.


    At the moment the tower was destroyed, he sensed the fluctuation of the Heart of the Tower. This core was crucial for the tower to amodate so many trial spaces. He had brought Trelina out to find it.


    Meanwhile, the battle between Enzo and the Devil Mothtook another turn.


    Sensing the lethal threat from the mes, the Devil Mothwent berserk, emitting sharp, prating shrieks. The white powder scattered on its body turned into a haze.


    Enzo remained intensely vignt at the sight of this esction.


    On the other side, Ix took the opportunity to educate Trelina, saying, "This is the Devil Moth''s ultimate ability, known as the Realm of Illusions. Those within it will experience their mental consciousness bing twisted and fragmented, giving rise to conflicting thoughts. In simpler terms, their minds will split apart, and these different consciousnesses will battle each other."


    After hearing this, Trelina asked, "What happens to those inside the Realm of Illusionsonce it ends?"


    Ix smiled and replied, "Either they go mad or they die. Of course, more often it''s thetter. The Devil Mothis exceptionally intelligent; it strikes while those within the realm are confused."


    Events unfolded as Ix had described.


    In Enzo''s mind, countless images surged forth.


    The destruction of the Chew Bone Tribe, the death of former Priest Sovita, the disasters brought by floods, and the tribe''s evolution—all these faces cursed him, reminders of enemies he had once in.


    This onught left Enzo mentally exhausted.


    At this moment, the roar of wild beasts echoed, and from the contaminated soul seed extracted from Nellies'' chest, mist gathered and formed his likeness. On his face was painted the ancient Beasts Totem, and he roared at Enzo, "Surrender your body to me, for I am its true master! Enzo, you are too weak!"


    Countless thoughts surfaced simultaneously.


    Enzo clutched his head, emitting a painful cry, struggling to control the vines.


    Witnessing this scene, Trelina couldn''t bear it and pleaded with Ix, "Mr.Ix, please save that person."


    Ix refused, saying, "Princess Trelina, you will inherit the tribe in the future, leading our people to battle on all fronts. You cannot afford to be overly kind. Saving someone is permissible, but they must have value worth saving. He''s just someone from a small tribe, albeit with some talent. Outside this region, there are many more talented individuals."


    Trelina was furious.


    However, Ix remained unmoved.


    In his heart, he thought, "Trelina, let this insignificant person''s death teach you the truth and cruelty of the world. As a princess of the Sr Dynasty, you must learn to grow."


    At the same time, he restrained Trelina, who was eager to rush over.


    Death seemed to be Enzo''s inevitable fate.


    Various thoughts kept fighting in Enzo''s mind, making it difficult for him to control his body. The Devil Mothhad already freed itself from the vines and waved its forelimbs, thrusting into Enzo''s heart.


    Zap——


    The pration went smoothly, and fresh red blood flowed out.


    The Devil Mothhissed excitedly, eager to taste the deliciousness of this human.


    At this moment, Enzo slowly lifted his head.


    His eyes were blood red, incredibly translucent, like amber.


    With a smile on hislips, he didn''t care even if hisheart was pierced, but slowly pulled out the forelimbs of the Devil Mothas if nothing had happened.


    At that moment, an inexplicable energy converged around Enzo.


    One represented the ultimate life force in the world, causing the area beneath Enzo and the Devil Mothto rapidly be covered in vegetation, with colorful flowers blooming, transforming the once deste area into a vibrantndscape.


    Simultaneously, another force of death and destruction emerged.


    Thick ck mist danced around Enzo, continually morphing into fierce beasts, exuding a terrifying aura.


    Curious, Trelina asked, "Mr.Ix, what''s happening to him?"


    For the first time, a look of astonishment crossed Ix''s face. His expression grew solemn as he shook his head slightly and said, "There''s a deity''s presence and the aura of primal totems around him. But these two forces should never coexist."


    Ix struggled toprehend.


    What was happening with Enzo shattered his understanding.


    Just then, Ix was suddenly startled as Enzo nced in his direction.