"Only a handful of survivors? Aren't we doomed then?!"

"Nonsense! Although the relic is dangerous, it's not necessarily a place with absolutely no chance of survival! Huang, don't make wild statements!"

"Exactly! Exactly! This year, many strong individuals have entered the relic, and the relationships between the major cultivation forces have broken the ice. How could such a thing happen?"

Clearly, no one believed what Huang Dong was saying.

"Hehe."

Seeing everyone showing distrustful expressions, Huang Dong wasn't anxious or angry; his gentle face still carried an air of calm confidence, as if he had already prepared for victory.

"Everyone, I'm not trying to sound alarmist or make things up. It's just... that I know a little more than most!"

At this point, Huang Dong let out a cold smile, and his gentle voice suddenly rose slightly, "Everyone, haven't you noticed that the strength of those entering the relic this year is unusually absurd?"

"There are many opportunities within the relic that greatly benefit those at Entering Dao Realm Peak and Vajra Realm, but for Zhiwei Realm experts, they hold little attraction."

"From my observation, among the hundred entrants to the relic this year, there are at least ten who have reached the Zhiwei Realm!"

Wow!

Everyone was shocked by Huang Dong's statements, even Xu Fan couldn't help but take another look at Huang Dong.

What Huang Dong said was indeed true. Besides Luo Yan, Lan Xinyi, and the other three, there were seven or eight Zhiwei Realm experts who entered the relic! Xu Fan had been observing from the shadows for a long time, but he didn't expect Huang Dong to also have such keen observational skills.

It should be noted that apart from Luo Yan and the trio, the remaining Zhiwei Realm experts were very low-key; if Xu Fan hadn't cultivated Divine Sense, he might not have noticed much.

"This Huang Dong might indeed have some intelligence in his possession!"

Xu Fan thought silently, yet said nothing, quietly standing in the corner, watching Huang Dong's performance.

"Huang... Huang, what's the situation really? Give us a hint!"

"Yes, Huang, as long as you consider us allies, we will follow you with all our might!"

At this moment, everyone wore expressions of fear, surrounding Huang Dong and repeatedly questioning.

The presence of three Zhiwei Realm experts entering the relic indicated something important, and besides Luo Yan and the trio, there were actually more than ten Zhiwei Realm experts hidden among the crowd! Even the least perceptive person could see that something abnormal was going on.

"Hehe, no need to panic, everything is under control."

Huang Dong's calm and collected attitude naturally instilled a sense of trust, causing the previously panicked crowd to gather around Huang Dong, as if they already considered him their leader.

Seeing this, Huang Dong nodded in satisfaction, his mouth betraying a hint of a smile.

"To be honest, the presence of numerous Zhiwei Realm experts this time is not merely for seeking opportunities, but for a certain treasure."

"This treasure is said to be a Bronze Box, and its contents are extremely precious, sought after by all major forces. But you all shouldn't get any ideas. With your strength, obtaining this treasure would only invite disaster upon yourselves!"

The revelation of such secrets made everyone gasp in shock.

No wonder Huang Dong said earlier that this year's relic battles would be brutally fierce, and that fewer than ten people might emerge alive—it was due to the emergence of a treasure!

As Huang Dong mentioned, with such a significant existence as the treasure, none of them dared to entertain even a thought; even if they somehow obtained it by chance, it would only bring disaster to themselves and their families!

In the corner, Xu Fan squinted slightly. The Bronze Box—he had seen more than one—but the ones unearthed from the relic always seemed to carry an eerie aura.

Xu Fan had already keenly sensed traces of conspiracy.

"Huang, Huang, we certainly don't intend to compete for the treasure, but how can we avoid calamity?"

In the relic, not wanting the treasure doesn't mean you can leave safely. Once those Zhiwei experts become ruthless, or accidentally see something they're not supposed to, everyone's lives could be in immediate danger!

"Hehe, no need to panic, everyone. As long as you follow me and act according to my orders, I can assure you all will be safe and sound!"

Huang Dong wore a confident smile, his calm demeanor naturally putting the anxious crowd at ease.

However, some still expressed doubts.

After all, the opponents were Zhiwei Realm experts! Most people present were at Entering Dao Realm Peak or Vajra Realm juniors; if targeted by a Zhiwei expert, any hope of survival would be impossible!

"If you are righteous, Huang, we are willing to follow you and serve devotedly, but shouldn't you reveal your trump card to reassure us?"

"Exactly, if you comfort us, Huang, we would cross mountains and seas without hesitation upon your command!"

Among the twenty or so people present, many had expressed their willingness to follow Huang Dong upon receiving a guarantee, and the others showed signs of intrigue.

Everyone came from various corners of the world as super geniuses; now that they have entered the relic, retreat was not an option.

Is there ever a free lunch?

Provided Huang Dong's trump card is solid, even taking some risks to follow him, what harm would there be?

At this moment, Huang Dong kept them in suspense, wearing a confident smile as he finally revealed his trump card.

"Since everyone wants to hear it, I won't mind telling you all."

"To be honest, I, Huang Dong, am from the Western World's Huang Family, and our Huang Family formed an alliance with the Western Dark Forces decades ago. This time entering the relic, aside from me, genius experts from the Dark Forces are also entering!"

"Moreover, just to be transparent, the two geniuses from the Dark Forces, together, can even gain the upper hand against anyone among Luo Yan or Lan Xinyi!"

At this point, Huang Dong's face was full of smiles, his voice carrying a hint of persuasion, "In other words, if you join me, we will be the strongest force within the relic!"

"Even Luo Yan, and even Zhiwei experts from various countries, would have to give us due consideration when encountering opportunities!"

This statement, like a bomb, directly exploded among the crowd.

"I am willing to join Huang! To contribute my strength for Huang!"

"I am willing too! For Huang, whatever it takes!"

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