Overlord.

"Hm..." Alex brought Botoz out while reclining in his chair. It was nighttime, and he had just returned with Chang Li, who was now sound asleep. Unbeknownst to Chang Li, he was quite drunk, and his slumber began almost instantly.

"Hey, buddy," Alex playfully shook Botoz. Botoz, however, moved as if to convey that he desired more sleep. Alex chuckled and decided to let him be, recognizing the tremendous energy he had absorbed. The energy had come from a Peak Overlord, a rarity in their world.

Alex ruminated on the rarity of Peak Overlords, even Sect Master Lin, the highest authority in their region, was merely a Level 8 Overlord. The contrast between the power and reputation of a Peak Overlord and other Overlords was striking. It was a remarkable thought to consider the most potent figure in the entire continent. The talent necessary to reach the Overlord was enough to stop most of the people but before you even became Peak Overlord, the absolute king of this world, you already had that much reputation in the world was crazy even, you needed to be the strongest to be considered actual force of your own... Sect Master Lin was a talented person, Alex was surprised he was not a Peak Overlord, Peak Overlords were powerful but from what he heard they weren't as powerful as Sect Master Lin. Alex was very surprised when he heard that there was not much he could get from the pavilion about Sect Master Lin's history there was much information that was hidden in this matter, he intended to investigate who he was in the future when he had the time to do so, now he needed to trust Sect Master Lin that he wasn't some Demon disguised as normal Sect Master... Alex smiled and looked around his sight went to the Moon outside were shined on this world.

"Despite all the power in the world, I still need my sleep," Alex yawned, acknowledging his fondness for rest. His capabilities allowed him to go without sleep for extensive periods, but his penchant for slumber overruled the rules of his world.

He retreated to his bed and entered the dream realm.

In a secluded chamber within the Sect Master's abode.

BANG!!!

The door swung open, and Old Chang entered, brimming with determination.

"I'm in the midst of something important, Grand Elder Chang," Sect Master Lin declared, seated on a cushion with twelve holographic images before him.

"I apologize for the interruption, Sect Master Lin, but Zhi Li has returned from his journey," Old Chang conveyed, his gaze directed at the individuals with whom Sect Master Lin conversed. His eyes, usually warm, now bore a chilling resolve.

"I see... we shall conclude this matter shortly," Sect Master Lin commented, though before he could proceed, a voice interjected, emanating from one of the holograms.

"WHAT DO YOU MEAN, 'SHORTLY,' YOU BASTARD?! WE HAVE NOT YET—Augh!!!" The voice ceased abruptly, its owner locking eyes with Sect Master Lin's cold, penetrating gaze as if frozen by the intensity.

"You have to understand that this discussion was only happening because only 12 Sects have the key to activate Continent Wide Formation, i don't care about your permissions... but i will not fight a completely unwanted fight, our continent is in danger, i have already given all of you many spirit mines as well as territories, you ask for more and..." Sect Master Lin materialized a the size of a sword and slashed on his head like he was telling them he would kill them.

Sect Master Lin manifested an energy construct resembling a massive sword and slashed it toward the hologram, conveying a clear message that he was prepared to enforce his stance.

Each of the individuals in the holograms visibly quaked.

"I concur..." except for one.

The individual who manifested a dark energy sphere adjacent to Sect Master Lin.

All the holograms depicted individuals of diverse ages, primarily elderly men with imposing beards, and three young women graced with exceptional beauty.

One of these holograms appeared adjacent to Sect Master Lin, cloaked in an eerie dark energy.

"I don't give a shit about your agreement Xiao Wuya" Sect Master Lin clenched his fist like he was going to punch the hologram, he looked furious.

"Oh, don't be so uptight... after all, aren't we friends?" Xiao Wuya responded, affecting a friendly tone.

"Yes, but you don't have any choice, you put your fucking face in your sect even if i have to start an entire war i will make sure to come to your sect..." Sect Master Lin turned around and winked at Xiao Wuya.

Sect Master Lin rotated and winked at Xiao Wuya with a chilling smile.

"Agh..." Xiao Wuya promptly terminated the communication.

The other participants collectively exhaled, relieved that the tension between the two figures did not erupt into hostilities. The storied history between Sect Master Lin and Xiao Wuya was a tale for another time.

Following further discussions, the meeting concluded, and Sect Master Lin closed the communication.

"Ah..." Alex awoke and stretched leisurely. He felt incredibly rejuvenated as if all his weariness had been completely eradicated.

'Booooo!!!' Botoz immediately leaped him, radiating joy.

"Hey, Botoz, you've really—" Alex began to speak, but suddenly...

"WHAT THE..." He abruptly jumped up, completely bewildered. He found himself in some form of cloud or...

"Is this your doing, Botoz?" Alex directed his inquiry at Botoz.

'Boooooo!!!' Botoz wriggled merrily.

"Mother of..." Alex exclaimed, flabbergasted by how much Botoz had changed within a single day.

"Are you staying this big now?" Alex inquired, puzzled by Botoz's rapid growth.

"Master..." Botoz approached, extending a finger.

As Alex touched Botoz's finger...

BZZT!!!

An explosion occurred, the shockwaves reverberating beyond the mountains, turning the entire sect's attention to the spectacle. The brilliant, pillar-like light ascending into the sky served as a stunning display.

Sect Master Lin, who was about to visit Alex, witnessed the explosion and was left awestruck.

"This is... Overlord Ascension," he whispered, acknowledging the energy as Alex's.

"THIS KID HAS REACHED OVERLORD ALREADY???!!!"

End Of Chapter.