The crowd longed for the hidden power to emerge and speak.In the midst of the tension, another Divine could no longer restrain himself. “Hmph! You’re just in the middle Divine Stage. What right do you have to shout so boldly? Do you truly think you’re invincible? Sending these people to their deaths is a crime against humanity.”“Their lives are worth no more than weeds,” the first Divine retorted, his expression turning icy. “You’re also at the middle Divine Stage. Even if we fought, it would be difficult to determine a clear victor. If you wish to die for these people, feel free to step forward. I won’t stop you. But if you don’t want to, then keep quiet. I’m sure everyone wants to see what lies within this ancient tomb.”The opposing Divine’s anger flared at the first Divine’s defiance. “Are you really sure this is the ancient tomb? In such a wicked place, with thunder crashing down from the void, we might all turn to ashes. What purpose does it serve to send these innocent peop
The Divine’s simple statement conveyed his grim resolve. It looked like he was prepared to go down with whoever stood against him.Those around him sneered at his sudden desperation. Moments ago, he had been arrogant and untouchable. Yet now, facing an unseen threat, his bravado had vanished, replaced with fear. The crowd saw this as both pathetic and amusing. When danger wasn’t upon him, he acted as though he were invincible. But now that it was, he showed his true colors.Another powerful expert scoffed. “You’re a disgrace to us. You enjoy beating down others but look at you now. You’re pathetic.”The Divine, filled with killing intent, snapped back, “Shut up! You don’t know anything. You’re just running your mouth.”He lashed out violently, clinging to the belief that he was in the right while everyone else was wrong. But as he raged, a terrifying force suddenly tore through the void, smashing down upon his head.Boom!The impact struck him, and he had no chance to resist. He
Observing the scene, Adrian understood that a powerful treasure likely lay hidden within the mountain range ahead. However, obtaining it would come at a steep cost. To stand out among so many people, one would need extraordinary strength and resilience. Without them, approaching the area would be foolish. This situation hinted at an imminent bloodbath. With a plan forming in his mind, Adrian decided he would strike boldly if the others hesitated to move forward.After witnessing a powerful expert being dealt with effortlessly, everyone fell silent. Though they had a clear path ahead, fear held them back. They all hoped someone else would make the first move and open the way. Everyone exchanged glances, looking at one another to see who would go first.Suddenly, thunder boomed and bolts of divine lightning struck down. A Divine who had ventured too close was instantly reduced to ashes, his soul vanishing from existence with no chance of reincarnation. Seeing this, the crowd was stri
Hearing Adrian's suggestion, Tyron nodded in agreement. Adrian's advice made sense. If they acted recklessly, they might draw unwanted attention. Waiting and observing was indeed the best strategy for now.Meanwhile, the group continued to unleash their energy. A Divine looked into the distance and called out, “Everyone, give it your all. If we break this barrier, we’ll all be able to enter the ancient tomb and share the rewards. It’s just a matter of time.”Though everyone knew his words were a bit exaggerated, they understood that breaking the barrier was the real priority. Without doing so, they could wait a hundred years and get nowhere.The immortals formed complex hand seals, weaving their energies in the void like interlocking chains. The combined power surged into a massive energy wave, glowing in vibrant colors as it swelled and coalesced into a colossal energy sphere aimed directly at the barrier.Sensing this human energy, the divine lightning in the sky began to tremble
Riiiiip!The next second, the barrier before them tore open, revealing a massive rift. Through it, the crowd could glimpse a vast passageway shimmering with the glow of hidden treasures. The sight was a powerful temptation.Some people, overcome by greed, raced forward. They hoped to be the first to seize what lay beyond. One figure darted ahead, moving with astonishing speed, but as he neared the entrance, a bolt of divine lightning struck down from above.Boom!The devastating lightning, as heavy as a mountain, smashed into the man and flung him back with a thunderous impact. His rash attempt at gaining an advantage ended in ruin. He was blasted apart, leaving behind nothing but scattered remnants that were swiftly absorbed by the barrier.“Serves him right!” someone spat angrily.The dead man’s selfishness had sealed his fate. The gruesome scene left the crowd on edge. The barrier was more sinister and terrifying than they had imagined. Even the smallest misstep could result i
The surrounding land felt menacingly alive, far more frightening than expected. Unlocking this ancient tomb was clearly no simple feat.Tyron had a surprised expression. "Who knows if we can even open this tomb at this rate."Adrian replied calmly, "Whether it’s really a tomb or something else entirely is still up for debate. The divine lightning seems to injure even Divines. One misstep and they'll be smashed to pieces. Although the passage does reveal some treasures, they're not particularly rare or valuable. It feels like these treasures are just bait, tempting people to advance."Tyron’s eyes widened as he considered Adrian’s words. Indeed, the items drawing everyone’s attention were mere trinkets by Adrian’s standards. The vast passage radiated an unnatural allure, yet the scene itself was disturbingly eerie. It was hard to fathom the horrifying presence that could guard such a place.Boom!Violent tremors erupted again. Terrifying forces crashed down, leaving the crowd shock
The area before them seemed anything but ordinary, and everyone hoped the hidden expert would finally lend a hand. Only then would they stand a chance of breaking the barrier. Though the group’s combined efforts were powerful, the true deciding force lay with the concealed powerhouse."Very well."Suddenly, a voice echoed from the void, and the crowd’s morale surged."Hear that? With a senior willing to act, let’s give it everything to shatter this barrier! With luck, the lightning from above will vanish and we can seize the treasure. We can maybe even secure a way out of here," a leader rallied the group.After all, everyone was here to gain strength, to claim the treasures within. Channeling their energies into one, they released intense power, their strikes reverberating across the skies with such force that it seemed as if they were on the brink of splitting heaven and earth.Whoosh!Fierce winds roared, the combined strikes of the assembled experts shaking the surrounding sp
From Adrian’s perspective, the power emanating from inside the barrier seemed increasingly peculiar. He suspected that even if he ventured inside, he might struggle to control it.This realization filled him with hesitation, and he deliberated over whether or not to proceed. Charging forward recklessly could yield unpredictable consequences.Boom!Amidst the flickering, violent energies, Adrian’s expression remained icy and tinged with a murderous glint. In front of him, a Divine led the charge, his aura erupting with intense raging force.The Divine’s leadership proved crucial, and those around him quickly followed his cue and cast their attacks toward the barrier. Even the hidden expert in the shadows contributed, launching a powerful, earth-hued energy that blanketed the sky. This force alone matched the strength of hundreds, demonstrating the advantage of absolute power—strong enough to replace the effort of many.Boom!The barrier trembled, and the crowd watched hopefully.