Great Demon Sun Wukong

For a moment, the three looked at each other, all somewhat at a loss. If this situation had happened to ordinary people, they would have already been scared out of their wits. However, Bu Rechen was not an ordinary person; a Guardian and two Domain Lords were supreme beings. So, under these circumstances, they did not panic excessively. Instead, they felt a sense of admiration. Regardless of the methods used, making so many people disappear without a trace right under the noses of two Domain Lords was absolutely no simple matter. The reason they weren't overly flustered was due to the realization that if the sudden disappearance was the work of an enemy, it indicated that the enemy greatly feared them. Without enough power to crush them outright, the enemy used this method to separate and defeat them one by one.

Although the method was mysterious, it indirectly showed the opponent's lack of combat power. Moreover, the technique used caused the simultaneous disappearance of all three of them, likely because the enemy couldn't make each of them disappear individually. This suggests that the opponent couldn't divide them into eleven individual targets. Otherwise, confronting each one separately would have been the best strategy rather than dividing them into four groups of eleven. Thus, Bu Rechen and Mu Dongsheng weren't overly worried. They had strong confidence in their teammates. "It seems that the Netherworld and Genesis people probably have experienced similar encounters, being separated by this strange fog and trapped here. Based on their previous responses, it appears that signals from the outside world can still be detected within the fog."

Bu Rechen took a deep breath and began making preparations. Mu Dongsheng, while rummaging through his belongings, said, "We can only investigate while moving forward. I believe this isn't just about trapping us; trapping us is merely the first step. Based on what we saw outside, Netherworld and Genesis people are also inside. If everyone has been divided into small teams of two or three, and under some sort of hint or influence, it's highly likely that they will end up fighting when they meet." Mu Dongsheng's analysis was accurate.

Proud Cloud Longbow, who had remained silent, suddenly spoke, "That's right; this is a very effective group illusion array, trapping people and then disrupting their seven senses, causing them to kill each other within the array. Therefore, we must avoid fighting with anyone we encounter; the best strategy is to stall them. I'll find a way to break the interference!" Proud Cloud Longbow lived up to his name, carrying a pale purple longbow almost as tall as his entire body. He excelled in long-range attacks and possessed a pair of special eyes that could pierce through all illusions and techniques, although it required some time. Bu Rechen and Mu Dongsheng nodded. Bu Rechen led the way, Mu Dongsheng followed in the center, and Proud Cloud Longbow took up the rear, advancing in a straight line.

The Netherworld World had four people, Genesis Divine Nation had six, Myriad Gods Hall had five, and Fangcun Spirit Realm had four, for a total of nineteen people—all trapped in the fog. As Proud Cloud Longbow indicated, this fog was indeed an illusion array, and its capabilities matched Proud Cloud Longbow's description. On a mountain peak not far from the fog, eight people stood with hands behind their backs, watching the nineteen people gradually approaching within the fog. One of them spoke, "Are you sure this will work? Such a low-level formation—how could it trap so many powerful beings?"

The speaker was the Spirit Controller among the eight Law Enforcers. The response came from a fresh face named Dreamweaver, who looked around fifteen or sixteen years old. "You don't understand. When it comes to soul manipulation, I'm not as good as you. But illusion techniques—you're far behind. Often, the simplest things yield the most unexpected results. None of these people are simple characters; only the most basic illusion array can exert its maximum power." After Dreamweaver finished speaking, one of the people standing at the forefront said, "Old Eight, you're aware of Old Four's strength. But, Old Four, you can't be careless; these nineteen include members of the Four Great Divine Nations, four Domain Lords, and four Guardians. Underestimating them could cost you your life."

"Don't worry, boss. This illusion array is not a killing move—just meant to dismantle their alliance. The real execution belongs to the other three." He gestured toward the three individuals beside him. Those three were the Berserker, Martial Defender, and Judge among the eight Law Enforcers. All three were extremely proficient in frontal combat, standing at the Heavenly Venerate's Peak, with extraordinary combat power. The person standing at the forefront was, naturally, the leader of the Law Enforcers, the Heavenly Patroller.

"Old Three, Old Five, Old Six, I'll leave this to you and Old Four. Remember, don't aim to kill too many, just preserve yourselves. Let's go." After speaking, the Heavenly Patroller and three others disappeared in the opposite direction of the fog. Those departing included the Heavenly Patroller, Judge, Contractor, and Spirit Controller. They had other matters to attend to. This revealed that the fog trapping the nineteen members of the Four Great Divine Nations was the handiwork of Dreamweaver, one of the Law Enforcers. As the initiators of the Fallen Tomb, it was inevitable they would be among the first to enter.

Those within the fog were naturally unaware of the Law Enforcers' situation. The fog was indeed a simple illusion array but had trapped the Netherworld and Genesis people for an entire night and half a day. Now, with everyone gathered, the illusion array could activate its most potent ability. With a chuckle, Dreamweaver began casting incantations into the fog below, simultaneously saying to her three companions, "An hour from now, we can begin the slaughter." As she cast the spells into the fog, those within the illusion array immediately felt the changes. First, the fog thickened, becoming so dense that visibility dropped to zero and even Divine Sense was completely blocked. The fog then suddenly dispersed, revealing another person before everyone. Some people recognized each other, while others didn't.

Everyone had been divided into small teams of two or three. Therefore, those appearing before them were also in teams of two or three. Facing Rogue Heart Sword Hero, Hei Kui, and Zhibei were Jue Luan, Pangu, and Chaos Spiritless from Genesis Divine Nation. When the six met, their first reaction was naturally to be on guard as they now more or less understood the illusion capabilities of the fog, resembling Mu Dongsheng's analysis—trapping individuals and disrupting their Divine Sense, leading to mutual combat. Consequently, the instant they met, they immediately fought.

This precise reaction matched Mu Dongsheng's predictions. Knowing the illusion array's abilities and the sudden appearance of others in the previously dense fog, everyone thought the others had been influenced and might attack. As they were aware they shouldn't harm their comrades, they tried to get the upper hand before their opponents could respond, either restraining or stalling them while thinking of other solutions.

The teams of six, three each, shared the same idea, and instantaneously engaged in battle albeit with inconsequential attacks and genuine defenses. The Genesis Divine Nation trio primarily used the Seal Heavenly Stamp. After roughly a meal's time, both groups noticed discrepancies. Finally, when Pangu and Chaos Spiritless simultaneously expelled Rogue Heart Sword Hero's trio, Pangu asked, "You're not controlled?" (To be continued. If you like this work, kindly visit qidian.com to vote for recommendations and monthly passes. Your support is my greatest motivation. Mobile users, please visit m.qidian.com for reading.)