For any Awakened, becoming a Sage was a crucial stage on the path of evolution. At the same time, it was also a gate, a bottleneck that countless people found extremely difficult to cross.0

If one succeeded, then they became the bird free to soar in the endless skies, the fish unrestrained in the immeasurable seas.0

But if one failed, they might find themselves trapped at this realm for many years to come.0

Truth be told, even those blessed with exceptional talent might advance at astonishing speed in the early stages. But upon reaching the Venerable King Realm, they would find themselves utterly unable to take another step forward.0

As such, the Sage Realm was the greatest trial on the path of evolution. Only those who became Sages could continue onward and grow into a true powerhouse.0

Lu Yuan had never personally reached...0