Top-class Bodyguard

Ren Feng glanced around the Starry Sky, noticing that there were over a hundred experts onboard the surrounding ships, each possessing strength at the Life and Death Realm, and even some at the Half-Step Saint Realm!

For instance, that Zakum from earlier had a power level at the Half-Step Saint Realm, and not just him; there were more than a dozen other experts whose aura was certainly not weaker than Zakum's.

This means that this ancient ruins site has attracted more than a hundred experts at the Life and Death Realm, along with several Half-Saints!

Such an assembly is utterly formidable, though they do not form a monolithic unity.

On a distant navy vessel, countless experts sat relaxing, occasionally some conflicts erupted, and the two combatants would fight directly from the deck into mid-air!

Meanwhile, the rest remained completely still, merely lifting their heads for a glance.

The United Kingdom's warship, for instance, because Jones wisely brought the elderly white man and some other relatively decent-tempered experts aboard, managed to avoid turmoil.

Aside from that, some experts had no plans of boarding a ship, rather preferring to sit atop their own magical artifacts.

In mid-air sat an individual on a massive saucer, gazing at the distant Thunderstorm Layer, lost in thought.

On the sea, a figure perched upon a gigantic gourd, while another sat on a massive inkstone; various magical artifacts emerged, presenting a shockingly impressive spectacle.

The experts who had observed the Thunderstorm Layer wore solemn expressions, all sensing the extraordinary nature of this ancient ruins site.

"Damn it, there's definitely something good in there!"

Zakum's eyes gleamed with a mix of excitement and bloodlust as he stared at the Thunderstorm Layer ahead, although he couldn't discern anything.

Others showed varied expressions, and one expert furrowed his brows, clearly feeling his power being suppressed.

"How do we get across?"

Someone broke the silence to ask.

"I suppose we'll have to wait for a while, as those who arrived earlier are also resting there; there must be a way, but it hasn't appeared yet."

One expert, refusing to bow to fate, maneuvered his weapon straight towards the Thunderstorm Layer, but as soon as the weapon pierced inside, it became uncontrollable, trembling like a resonant chime.

Then, a thunderous blast struck the weapon, shattering it with a crack.

The expert's face looked grim; the Thunderstorm Layer couldn't be forcibly breached.

They could only retreat and wait for changes in the Thunderstorm Layer.

More experts gradually arrived, mid-air showing a few figures flying in, with long swords strapped to their backs, their aura indicating the Life and Death Realm.

"Old acquaintances have arrived."

Ban Tianzi smiled slightly.

Ren Feng and others looked as well, noticing those experts flying towards Starry Sky, and upon landing on the deck, they immediately paid their respects.

"Sima Nan from the Sword Sect, greetings to the seniors."

The other members of the Sword Sect followed suit, while Ban Tianzi and a few from Dragon Domain nodded in acknowledgment.

"I didn't expect the Sword Sect to send people here too."

"This matter is crucial; the elders couldn't leave the task of sealing the East Sea forbidden land, so I'm leading the team for this expedition."

Sima Nan smiled as he spoke.

Cyan Dragon appeared next to Ren Feng at some point, explaining: "This is the Sword Sect of the Kunlun Divine Domain; in the Kunlun Sacred Land, there's a saying 'one sect, two palaces, three gates, four families', and the sect refers to the Sword Sect."

Ren Feng nodded.

Ban Tianzi chatted with them for a while and then introduced Ren Feng and the others to each other, forming some acquaintances.

"This relic site is indeed critical; otherwise, I wouldn't have personally come, nor brought several companions from Dragon Domain." Ban Tianzi smiled, "This time, Elder Mu Han will lead the team into the relic."

An expert from Dragon Domain nodded, clearly exuding the air of a Half-Saint!

Sima Nan nodded as well: "Thank you, Elder Mu Han."

"The situation is clear now; I'll repeat it for you. According to detection, in three days, the Thunderstorm Layer will open a gap, which is when you should enter.

This gap will remain open for about half a month, meaning you must exit within half a month, or risk being trapped inside forever when the gap closes. Keep this in mind."

Everyone around nodded solemnly, realizing the seriousness and danger involved in this undertaking.

"Once inside, it's best to stick together and help each other. Sima Nan, your Sword Sect has the Sound Transmission Skill; now's not the time to hoard it, teach it to them for mutual aid inside."

"You jest, why would I hoard it?"

Sima Nan smiled, then taught the Sound Transmission Skill from the Sword Sect to Ren Feng and others.

"This skill lets you hear someone's voice from within a kilometer, akin to secret sound transmission."

Ban Tianzi added, "The risks are self-evident, especially with so many people entering; if conflicts arise, weigh your options, some things can be abandoned."

Others nodded in agreement.

And the other experts, informed by those on other ships, knew the timing of the Thunderstorm Layer's opening and waited patiently.

Day by day passed, all experts waiting, as the sun rose and set upon the ocean, while the incessantly surging Thunderstorm Layer meanwhile gradually weakened as recorded by scientific sensors.

On the second night, just before dawn on the third day, Long Yue approached Ren Feng.

"I have to go!"

Ren Feng looked at her with resignation: "Long Yue, why must you insist? This time it's truly dangerous, I might not be able to protect you."

"I know, but I must go; since leaving my family, everything has been under its control, from my posting in Jiangnan City to reassignment to Yanjing, all dictated by my family, and soon I'll have to..."

At this, Long Yue paused and turned away: "You wouldn't understand the freedom from such shackles, but I must attain it."

Ren Feng remained silent, as Long Yue added: "Moreover, I can help you; I've delved into many family tomes and understand some aspects of the Ancient Era."

"Did those experts from the Dragon Domain agree?"

"They're hesitating, but once I get inside, they'll naturally protect me; you just need to agree to take me in."

"Even if I agree, I can't get you in, your aura would be detected instantly."

"I have my ways to conceal my aura," Long Yue said earnestly.

Ren Feng was stunned, and just then, the sky afar finally revealed the first dawn of the third day!

He paused, then nodded: "Alright, I'll take you in."

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