In Black Iron Castle.

As the trial participants caught sight of the approaching figures from afar, they couldn’t help but be deeply shaken.

A wave of terror erupted and spread like a volcanic eruption.

"Stay calm! Don’t be afraid! All we need to do is defend and buy time for Waldo!"

"That’s right, once Waldo becomes a level five trial participant, all crises will be resolved! Neither Liuli nor any level six monsters will be a threat!"

"As long as Waldo becomes a level five trial participant, he can definitely slay the monster leader and Liuli, and our assessment will be considered a success!"

The few level four trial participants quickly spoke up.

Like thunder rolling across the sky, their words immediately stabilized everyone’s emotions.

Having recently experienced the attack of a level five monster on the castle, they had gained some experience.

Over a thousand trial participants quickly reacted, pouring their strength into Black Iron Castle.

In an instant, dazzling golden light radiated from each trial participant.

Each one was a point of light.

At a glance, it was a dense, continuous array.

A powerful and indescribable aura formed at this moment.

It gave off a sense of vastness and depth.

This was the true power of Black Iron Castle!

As long as each trial participant entered their respective position and infused their power into the corresponding node, Black Iron Castle could condense the strength of all trial participants into one force!

In front of a level six monster and the divine being Liuli, a level three trial participant was like an ant.

However, when over a thousand trial participants united and merged as one, their collective power became incredibly formidable.

Even Liuli and the monster leader would not dare to underestimate it!

It’s hard to say how long they could hold out.

At least for a short time, they would be impervious to their opponents.

...

Boom!

In the distance, two figures raced towards them like fighter jets.

Due to their extreme speed, a massive sonic boom was produced.

At the same time, they brought an indescribable aura of terror.

They descended upon Black Iron Castle from above with a thunderous arrival!

Boom, boom!

An overwhelming aura swept over the area.

Above the darkened sky, clouds gathered.

Simultaneously, a tremendous pressure descended like a mountain collapsing, slamming down.

In an instant, the violent aura, rampant energy, and unrestrained winds desperately surged towards Black Iron Castle.

It seemed as if they wanted to completely demolish and engulf the castle!

At this moment, from within Black Iron Castle, a shout formed by hundreds of trial participants echoed out!

"Ha!"

Black Iron Castle trembled mightily, unleashing countless runes.

Golden light shimmered, radiating thousands of golden rays outward.

It seemed as if it was piercing through the oppressive force in the sky and the impenetrable dark clouds.

Incredibly dazzling.

And equally splendid.

...

"Hehe, this castle does seem quite interesting!"

Liuli looked down at Black Iron Castle from above, a sneer of contempt on his face.

"Do they really think they can resist me with this thing? Is it a bit of an underestimation of me? Or are they just that naive?"

"A mere castle can’t stop me!"

"If they really think this can keep them safe, then they are too foolish and naive!"

Liuli stretched out his hand, lightly pressing his finger towards Black Iron Castle below!

Boom!

Space trembled massively.

Terrifying ripples spread and oscillated through the space.

The space beneath his finger seemed on the verge of collapsing.

At the same time, a fearsome force instantaneously converged.

Like a drill, it bore down towards Black Iron Castle below.

Boom, boom!

Amidst the roaring sounds.

The trial participants in Black Iron Castle braced themselves for battle!

"Be careful, Liuli has started attacking!"

"What a terrifying aura! But don’t worry, we are thousands strong – can’t we match him?"

"Let’s fight with all we’ve got, there’s nothing to be afraid of!"

The trial participants roared.

Golden light surged, and a billion golden runes twinkled...

Liuli’s pressing finger finally made contact with Black Iron Castle.

Boom!

Amidst the intense roaring, the safehouse trembled violently.

Countless runes appeared, only to be extinguished.

Then, even more runes emerged.

...

Moments later, the tumult subsided.

"It’s okay! Hahaha, so this is the divine being Liuli – not so impressive after all!"

"That scared me, but thankfully nothing happened!" 𝘧𝘳𝘦ℯ𝓌𝘦𝒷𝘯𝑜𝑣𝘦𝓁.𝒸𝘰𝓂

"As long as we stand united, anything is possible!"

"Liuli is indeed formidable, to us he seems like a true deity! But united as trial participants, we can still confront him."

The trial participants breathed a sigh of relief.

Just now, Liuli’s finger strike seemed truly terrifying.

No trial participant dared to face it head-on.

Fortunately, it was blocked.

But they were not complacent.

That was just one finger’s strength from Liuli.

He hadn’t gotten serious yet!

The real show was still to come!

...

"How interesting, really interesting! Hahaha!"

"This castle is like a turtle shell. My power was dispersed throughout it, borne by all the trial participants together... In this way, the impact of my strike on them is quite limited!"

Liuli laughed heartily, looking at the castle with great interest.

His voice boomed like thunder, stirring up rolling energies.

Suddenly, a strange smile appeared on his face.

It seemed as if he had thought of some strategy.

Then, his expression changed.

Ferocious, terrifying!

"All you trial participants inside, listen well! Hand over Waldo to me, and I might consider sparing your lives! Otherwise, you will all be buried alongside Waldo!"

"Think carefully, don’t sacrifice your lives for someone who is unrelated to you. It’s not worth it!"

Liuli’s voice was loud, clearly reaching the ears of every trial participant.

"Just hand over Waldo, and none of you need to die!"

"And, you weren’t supposed to die in the first place!"

"I only want to kill Waldo. Why should you sacrifice your lives for him?"

"Have you ever thought about why I am attacking you? It’s all because Waldo killed my subordinates!"

"Your crisis today is all thanks to Waldo."

"He is your biggest enemy, dragging you all into this quagmire!"

"So, hand over Waldo!"

Liuli’s voice contained a power that could bewitch the mind.

For a moment, many trial participants’ faces showed slight changes.

Immediately, a level four trial participant sensed something amiss and shouted loudly: "Don’t believe his lies, he’s trying to sow discord!"

"Everyone, remember, the system warned us that his ultimate goal is to kill all of us trial participants! No matter what Waldo did before, he will eventually kill us all!"

"That’s right, don’t believe his lies!"

Trial participants who sensed the deceit spoke out first.

Their voices echoed in the ears, stabilizing those whose resolve had wavered.

Finally coming to their senses.

Liuli was trying to sow discord!

"Hmph, shameless!"

"Trying to sow discord? Not a chance!"