The Almighty Dragon General

James wanted to verify whether Xayal created the so-called Ritual Rank. He was also curious to find out the white-robed man’s
name. He asked, “May I ask for your name, sir?
The man smiled and replied, “My real name is Xzavion Bentley. However, I usually go by Falcon Xoan in the cultivation world.”
“Is Xayal the creator of the Ritual Rank?”
“Yes, but not really,” said Xzavion.
“What do you mean?” James was puzzled.
Xzavion explained, “The Ritual Rank exists to give back to the world. If one obtains many boons, then one won’t directly enter
the Transcendental Bliss Rank. Instead, one would enter the Ritual Rank. After entering the Ritual Rank, one will return
everything to the world.”
James asked, “So basically, I’ll be swallowed by the Dark World and eventually perish?”
Xzavion nodded, then elaborated, ‘Yes. It’s difficult for Xayal to collect enough energy from the Dark World. After entering the
Ritual Rank, you’ll perish and become one with the Dark World. Then, Xayal will absorb your energy.”
“Throughout the ages, quite a few powerhouses have entered the Ritual Rank.
After integrating into the Dark World, it enhances their Genesis Paths and overall strength. However, Xayal set up a formation.
Once a living being at the Ritual Rank perishes, the energy won’t return to the Dark World. Instead, he absorbs them.”
James’ brows furrowed. Then, he proceeded to ask a series of questions.
“Is it an inevitable fate for me to become energy absorbed by Xayal? Has anyone who entered the Ritual Rank ever made it to
the Transcendental Bliss Rank? Was anyone ever able to avoid being absorbed by Xayal?”
Xzavion shook his head.
“I’m not certain about before Xayal appeared, but after he did, all of the powerhouses that entered the Ritual Rank eventually
were absorbed by him.” James asked, “How can I change my fate? You appeared as soon as I entered the Ritual Rank. You
must know how to avoid being absorbed. That’s why you came to me, right?”

“Correct.” Xzavion nodded James felt slightly relieved by Xzavion’s answer. He would have a chance if there were a way to avoid
being absorbed by Xayal.
“Unfortunately, it’s not going to be easy. You must walk an extraordinary path of cultivation.”
James asked, “What kind of path?”
Xzavion took out an ancient book, and it flew over to James.
“Everything’s recorded in this book. Take it, and carefully read through it.”
James reached out for the book.
Afterward, Xzavion disappeared from the spot.
James was unbothered by his departure. He flipped open the book and read through the pages. After seeing the contents
recorded inside the book, his expression gradually became serious.
After completely reading through the book, he heaved a deep breath.
“I see.” James waved his hand, and a powerful force emerged from his palm.
The ancient book was burnt into ashes and disappeared into nothingness.
“I’ll have to die to survive. I must integrate my divine soul into heaven and earth inscriptions to avoid perishing in this era. Then,
I’ll be able to appear in another era in the form of inscriptions.”
“This damn Ritual Rank.”
James could not help but curse at his unfortunate fate.
It would be feasible if he only needed to reach the next rank before Xayal appeared. However, Xayal was causing trouble, so
doing so would be impossible. His only option was the one Xzavion had given him.
James stayed within the time formation and adjusted his aura. His current condition was unstable, and he was quite weak. Thus,
he had to wait until his cultivation base stabilized. Once that happens, he could exert his greatest potential and kill Xayvion.