Wizard: Starting With the Knights Breathing Method Chapter 3158: 651: The Existence Nurtured by Chaos, the Holy Venerable Undying Through the Ages!

Sauron Continent.

Riding on dragons and colossal snakes, Gandalf, now the Ancient God of Chaos, caused the elements of Earth, Fire, Wind, and Water to erupt and dissipate around him in a spectacular display. This cataclysmic event far surpassed the intensity witnessed during the trials of Ace and Lord Victor.

Levi rose from the circular table, his gaze fixed upon the celestial expanse above.

For the very first time, he felt a tremor of concern that his duplicated self might not endure the impending catastrophe.

Previously, both the Holy Infant and Lord Victor had navigated such trials with relative ease.

"The Path of Chaos has been laid out by me. With Gandalf's formidable abilities and the supreme treasures he wields, there remains a glimmer of hope."

...

Nora Calendar, Year 4370.

The extraordinary feat of Gandalf's creation sent ripples of anticipation through countless hearts.

At the Body Refining Academy, an atmosphere of intense anticipation pervaded.

The formidable Giant Spirit God Witch and the resplendent Platinum Star, both revered masters of body refinement, observed the entire process with unwavering focus, fearful of overlooking even the subtlest detail. Edward, in particular, was also treading the Path of Chaos.

On this momentous day.

Gandalf, bearing numerous wounds, found his body continuously mended by a radiant golden divine blood. Nestled within his palm was a heart of unparalleled purity and flawlessness. At the mere sight of it, one felt transported to the dawn of creation, an primordial earth where colossal beasts roamed, ancient deities soared, and a myriad of beings stood in majestic splendor.

Oddity: Eternal Proof!

Like two inseparable facets of the same chaotic gem, his [Proof of Chaos] and his [Eternal Proof] together coalesced into the nascent form of a perfect world.

"I am here!"

Gandalf consumed the heart, entering a deep meditative state to refine its essence.

His spiritual force surged dramatically, escalating from over seventy thousand to surpass a hundred and ten thousand. While this figure did not match his original self, it tremendously outshone that of other legendary wizards, underscoring the unparalleled uniqueness of the Path of Chaos.

His deficiency compared to his original self stemmed from the absence of the knight's path in his cultivation.

This is not to say that Chaos Body Refining is inherently weaker than Chaos Magic.

As he channeled the "Chaos Body Refining Technique," the body-refining runes woven into his being began to proliferate exponentially. They divided and multiplied from an initial ninety-nine billion, mirroring the astonishing growth of human cells.

A brilliantly white pathway unfurled itself from the encompassing darkness.

With every stride Gandalf took, he traversed a distance spanning ten thousand miles. The count of body-refining runes augmented by a billion with each step, until his silhouette finally dissolved into the Land of Darkness.

The assembled observers were awestruck by the spectacle.

Concurrently, they felt the peak of their collective tension.

The Silver Saint whispered with earnest fervor:

"You must succeed. The legendary path of body refinement stands on the precipice of realization. Thousands of body-refining wizards within Nora eagerly await your triumphant return, Gandalf!"

"King of Body Refining!"

"King of Body Refining!"

A resounding wave of cheers erupted from the Body Refining Academy, echoing throughout the entirety of Nora.

The populace bore witness to the genesis of a new legend.

Should he prevail, the significance of his achievement would rival that of the Emperor's own legendary ascension in the past.

...

While Gandalf valiantly pursued the Path of Chaos, across the Ancient Dragon Continent, another aspirant treading this very path arrived at a pivotal juncture in their cultivation journey.

Within the hallowed halls of the Arcane Academy, students and mentors alike were fully engaged, their attention divided between Gandalf's ascent and the critical ordeal facing their headmaster as a formidable level 9 catastrophe loomed.

Vicken stood resolute in the heavens, wielding arcane power as his formidable shield. If he triumphed this day, he would attain the rank of Grand Wizard before even reaching three thousand years of age—a truly astonishing feat among the ranks of the Children of Chaos.

The Eighth Heaven of the Invisible Realm.

The Blood Knight observed his grandson with a gentle, affectionate smile.

"Truly remarkable. His choice to embrace the arcane path was undoubtedly the correct one."

He descended gracefully, arriving at the Fourth Heaven of the Invisible Realm.

"Yufeng, shall we observe together?"

The Jade Phoenix Knight responded:

"Very well, Father."

Vicken, ensnared in the throes of his tribulation, remained wholly focused, oblivious to his past existence as the Arcane Emperor.

In his current perception, he was merely an ordinary individual.

His sole driving force was an ardent devotion to the arcane. In his relentless pursuit of arcane mastery, he even set aside a promising trajectory towards achieving level-10 in the knightly path—a decision many found difficult to comprehend.

At this moment, his contemporaries and those possessing similar innate talents had already ascended to the ranks of level 9 knights. Yet, he remained steadfast at level 8. Fortunately, both his parents and the venerable Blood Knight offered him unwavering support.

Fulfilling one's deepest desires is paramount. Moreover, with the potent bloodline flowing within him, it would never truly vanish. Once he attained the pinnacle of level-10 arcanist, the knightly path would remain an option for subsequent cultivation.

A discerning gaze from the Sauron Continent briefly settled upon them.

It emanated from Levi.

After assessing Vicken's precarious situation, Levi withdrew his observation.

"There should not be significant issues."

As an individual he closely monitored, Levi had witnessed Vicken's steady growth. Upon Vicken's attainment of the eighth circle, Levi had even bestowed upon him a ninth-level top-tier rare treasure, comparable to the "Seven Disasters Pearl," named the "Divine Celestial Disk," specifically to safeguard Vicken from an untimely demise.

As anticipated.

Vicken's tribulation appeared exceedingly perilous.

He traversed the obstacle without a scratch, relying solely on his innate abilities and eschewing the treasure bestowed by Levi.

A resounding cheer swept through the ranks of the Arcane Academy’s luminaries and disciples.

"King of Arcane!"

Vicken's fabled existence invariably commanded the spotlight in any epoch.

However, in this particular era, the narrative was dominated by the Chaos Emperor, the true protagonist.

All other figures, regardless of their brilliance, were relegated to supporting roles.

The following day.

Levi commanded the congress to dispatch envoys bearing congratulations to Vicken. He was honored with the title of "Ancestor of Arcane," a fitting tribute to his leadership in this domain.

Moreover, in a past existence, he had held the mantle of the Arcane Emperor.

...

A decade later.

The year is 4380 in the Nora Calendar.

Upon his arrival at the Ancient Dragon Continent, Heim encountered the Sea Knight. This legendary reincarnation had matured into an 8th-tier knight, nearly two millennia old, and was rapidly ascending within the Crocodile Turtle Family.

His wizard cultivation had also reached the pinnacle of Seven Rings Perfection.

The Sea Knight inquired,

"Are you aspiring to attain legendary status?"

Heim maintained his characteristic composure.

He articulated,

"My spiritual force has peaked, and I've glimpsed the essence of legendary spells. I anticipate entering a period of seclusion lasting several centuries, aiming to achieve legendary renown before turning four thousand!"

The Sea Knight responded,

"Do not impose undue pressure upon yourself. The Nora Civilization possesses an ample contingent of legendary figures. Given your Three Water Talents, reaching the legendary realm may not represent the ultimate culmination of your potential."

Heim offered a slight nod.

"Thank you, mentor. However, my preparation is thorough. The Emperor has also provided invaluable guidance, illuminating paths that extend beyond legendary attainment. I possess unwavering self-assurance."