"To save a few useless people, you've gone to such lengths, nearly getting us all killed!" Gu Jianxiu spoke, a hint of dissatisfaction in his voice. In his eyes, the lives of others were insignificant; if he were to be overwhelmed by the beast tide, that would be unbearable.
Lu Fan and Zhao Xiaotian frowned. Gu Jianxiu's words seemed to be directed at them, instantly causing them displeasure.
"This is Wushuang City. As its lord, how can I stand idly by and not save lives!" The Wushuang City Lord said coldly, "For everyone to reach this Desolate Ancient World, none are ordinary. Some have even cultivated for tens of millions of years. If they were to perish like this, wouldn't it be a great loss!"
"The Wushuang City Lord speaks the truth!" the others chimed in, showing no disrespect to the City Lord. After all, on someone else's territory, it was best to keep a low profile. Otherwise, if they were thrown out, it would be troublesome. The outside was teeming with beast tides, which was certainly no laughing matter.
"Hmph!" Gu Jianxiu snorted with displeasure but didn't say much more. He naturally understood the Wushuang City Lord's words. However, this had stripped him of his dignity, naturally making him unhappy.
The Wushuang City Lord paid no mind. He walked to the city wall, gazed outwards, and frowned. "This beast tide is incredibly terrifying. Even Wushuang City's grand array might not be able to withstand it. For such a formidable beast tide to suddenly appear in the Desolate Ancient World, there must be another reason!" Su Dan Novel Network.
Everyone was startled, especially by the Wushuang City Lord's words, which filled them with apprehension. If even the Wushuang City Lord couldn't handle it, this was no trivial matter. A single mistake could lead to unforeseen disaster.
"Wushuang City is an ancient city in the Desolate Ancient World, guarded by the Wushuang Divine Sword. Can such a powerful force still not resist the beast tide?" Ancestor Blood Demon was astonished and more worried. If that were the case, staying within Wushuang City might not be safe.
"Although the Wushuang Divine Sword possesses world-shattering power, so many years have passed, and no one has ever activated it. Therefore, its power is far from what it once was!" the Wushuang City Lord stated directly. "Even I cannot wield the Wushuang Divine Sword now. So, while it guards Wushuang City, it can only exert a deterrent effect. Once the beast tide is too numerous, it will inevitably be unable to hold!"
"Since that's the case, why not open the formation? With so many experts within Wushuang City, if we attack together, we might be able to kill some of the demonic beasts!" Lu Fan suggested. "We can then engage in a war of attrition, perhaps holding out for longer!"
"I think you're crazy, kid. Can't you see? The Wushuang City is surrounded by the beast tide. If we truly open the formation, we'll be directly swallowed!" Gu Jianxiu said coldly. "If you want to die, don't drag us down with you!"
Lu Fan narrowed his eyes. "You can't say that. We're all in the same boat. Without a better solution, we might truly die here. This is something we can't escape!"
The Wushuang City Lord glanced at Lu Fan and showed approval. "This young brother speaks the truth. If we can unite and resist the beast tide together, reducing its numbers, there might be a sliver of hope!"
Everyone fell silent. They had come to Wushuang City seeking to gain without effort, to escape this beast tide disaster. Forcing them to risk their lives to resist it naturally made them displeased.
"If you're unwilling to act, are you just waiting to die?" Zhao Xiaotian sneered. "You've all seen it. Such a terrifying beast tide, even with Wushuang City's supreme aura, cannot resist for too long. Once its true power weakens, Wushuang City will fall, and we won't even have a chance to fight back!"
"Don't put it so nicely. If we truly act, we'll probably die even faster!" Gu Jianxiu chuckled. "Having finally arrived in the Desolate Ancient World, if we end up losing our lives here, wouldn't that be a huge embarrassment!"
A somber look appeared in their eyes. These were all peerless experts, at the absolute pinnacle in their respective domains. Now, they were faced with such a choice, and their hearts were moved.
"My mind is made up. Anyone who disobeys the order will be expelled from Wushuang City!" The Wushuang City Lord's voice was cold as he addressed them, exuding a powerful aura.
Facing these words, everyone fell silent. Despite their reluctance, they dared not defy the Wushuang City Lord. This was Wushuang City, and to oppose the City Lord here would surely lead to a miserable end.
Seeing no objections, the Wushuang City Lord said no more. He directly ordered the formation to be opened and gathered all the experts, dividing them into two waves to push outwards. As long as Wushuang City was defended, they would be safe. If they did not resist, they would likely all perish here today.
After leaving the city, everyone fought with all their might, not daring to be the slightest bit negligent. They were simply unaware that if the demonic beasts occupied Wushuang City, they would have nowhere to hide. Lu Fan and the others stood guard outside the city, appearing imposing. Each wave of the beast tide's assault was terrifying, but fortunately, these strange beasts were not particularly strong, and Lu Fan and the others could handle them.
After a day and a night of fighting, Lu Fan and his companions entered Wushuang City, while other experts took turns, clashing with the numerous beast tides. As long as these strange beasts did not harm Wushuang City's formation, Wushuang City would endure forever. This was also the Wushuang City Lord's intention, as only in this way could Wushuang City's formation last longer.
"Are you alright?" Zhao Xiaotian, holding his long sword, approached Lu Fan, his expression filled with concern.
"I'm fine!" Lu Fan waved his hand, wiping the blood off his body. He showed no signs of injury.
"I thought it was your blood, but it turns out it was the demonic beasts'!" Zhao Xiaotian gave an embarrassed smile.
"These demonic beasts are formidable, but that's all there is to them!" Lu Fan waved his hand. "If it weren't for their sheer numbers, they wouldn't have caused such a commotion!" Zhao Xiaotian nodded slightly at these words, understanding this point well.
As another wave of people charged into the horde, the entire beast swarm gradually thinned. After a day and night of fighting by Lu Fan and the others, the beast tide seemed to be threatened and dared not be too arrogant, nor did it charge about randomly.
"It seems the beast tide is retreating!" The Wushuang City Lord stood atop the city wall, gazing at the scene before him, his face filled with joy.
"Why does the City Lord say that?" Zhao Xiaotian asked in surprise. "Have you discovered a clue?"
"The beast tide is growing weaker, which is a warning sign!" the Wushuang City Lord smiled.