I discovered a world bug.

The next morning.

The squad preparing for the first probing attack was ready, and almost at the same time, good news came from He Cheng's side.

He captured another assassin in a village on the north side of Fengchui Luodai Mountain and has begun leading his team to other surrounding villages.

The enemy's forces near Fengchui Luodai Mountain were further weakened. After a brief assessment, Qin Lang finally decided to launch an attack.

"It's today."

While organizing the equipment, Qin Lang gave instructions to everyone:

"We have a total of 24 people: 12 people in the research team, 8 combat personnel, plus you, Chen Zhu, Liu Xizhu, and Wang Qianlin."

"Half an hour later, we followed Luo Hou's path up the mountain and entered Fengchui Luodai Mountain, focusing our search on the area where his cell phone signal was last active."

"At that time, we will use the sector search method to gradually expand to the surrounding areas."

"If we can clear a safe area in the mountains, we will set up an advance camp in the forest, increase manpower, and use the grid coordinate search method with the camp as the center to explore the entire area in the shortest possible time and find the location of the enemy's altar."

"If any unusual situations arise during the process that cannot be handled immediately, do not panic or act blindly."

"After the team shrinks, it will immediately evacuate out of the mountains according to the predetermined evacuation route."

"After the evacuation is complete, those still capable of movement should stay behind to assist the support team in sealing off the target area. If anyone is killed..."

"Don't worry, we will have a medical helicopter on standby, and we will absolutely not let anyone die here."

"This operation is of great significance, but risks are inevitable. We may encounter many unprecedented dangers."

"But I must say this: this is a rare opportunity to earn merit!"

"Okay, that's all."

"Everyone, get ready to go!"

"clear!"

At his command, everyone in the courtyard immediately sprang into action.

Lin Shu originally thought that the special forces members who had just come into contact with the "Ritual World" would be somewhat nervous or even fearful.

But the reality is quite the opposite.

Everyone was organizing their equipment in an orderly manner, and some even had a look of joy on their faces.

Mine...?

Is this what it means for "young soldiers to yearn for glory"?

Lin Shu clicked her tongue in amazement, while Lu Ran stepped forward and said:

"If you feel that this operation is too risky, you can choose to stay put and wait for further instructions."

"You're very useful to us, but in face-to-face conflict... you're not actually that useful."

Do you understand what I mean?

"Completely understand."

Lin Shu nodded. At this critical juncture, the reason the other party came to say these words to her was clearly not out of "distrust," but simply out of protection.

But I couldn't not go.

In the divination using yarrow stalks and tortoise shells, I clearly saw myself "digging up my own grave."

Whatever that grave represents, it is clear that it would never appear in Luoguoping Village.

To find that grave, he had to go into the mountains.

This was not just an "impulse." Lin Shu herself could vaguely sense that it was the key to the successful completion of this mission.

Thinking of this, he continued:

"I will keep a close eye on it—if I find the risk to be too high, I can withdraw in time."

"Besides, the risks of staying here and going to the mountains are essentially the same."

"It might even be safer to be with you..."

That makes sense.

Lu Ran nodded slightly. Behind him, Liu Xizhu and Wang Qianlin were packing various equipment into their backpacks.

---- Compass, incense paper, copper coin sword, token, and even glutinous rice.

In this group, they are the real "Taoists".

It remains to be seen whether their preparations will be effective in the subsequent operation...

As if noticing Lin Shu's gaze, Wang Qianlin looked up and smiled at him, then said:

"Better safe than sorry."

"Although most of the rituals we know are useless, what if they come up?"

"We've never encountered the real Yinshan Dharma before, nor have we ever encountered any so-called 'ghosts'."

"If it actually works, then we'll be rich."

"really."

Lin Shu nodded deeply—some rituals are actually destined to be effective only in "confrontation".

It's like a peace charm.

When not under attack, it does not bring any positive benefits to the holder.

However, when attacked, it can genuinely provide the talisman holder with a shield against ritual attacks...

So should I also cram at the last minute?

Meishan rituals contain numerous records of rituals for "breaking evil spirits" and "exorcising evil spirits," but according to Xu Changshun's records, most of these rituals are ineffective.

Is it possible that it didn't work simply because... no real ghost was seen?

Lin Shu quickly reviewed the Meishan spells in his memory, and a very suitable spell immediately popped into his mind.

The ban on illegal activities!

This spell originated from the "Yamazi" technique in the hunting methods of Shangdong Meishan, which was originally used to confine and surround prey.

Over generations, it gradually combined with demon-slaying and ghost-exorcising techniques, forming a completely new "sealing technique".

According to Xu Changshun's records, the Meishan Binding Technique was one of the most frequently used spells. Although it never proved effective, the reason for its "lack of effectiveness" might simply be that its effects could not be assessed.

This point vaguely aligns with Liu Xizhu's assessment...

Thinking of this, Lin Shu immediately pulled out the information she had saved in advance from her phone and memorized all the rituals and incantations for the sealing technique.

Meanwhile, the other team members were all fully prepared and ready to go.

Six pickup trucks were already waiting outside. At Qin Lang's command, the engines started, and in the morning mist, a series of headlights, like a swimming dragon, began to head towards Fengchui Luodai Mountain.

In the air, the hum of the rotors of the long-endurance reconnaissance drone gradually faded into the distance.

Reports kept playing in my headphones.

"The road ahead is clear, and local staff have completed the road closure."

"The entrance has been opened, and the cordon has been set up."

"The helicopter has taken off and is expected to arrive at the target area in 20 minutes to stand by."

"The exercise area has been demarcated, and the no-fly zone has been planned."

"The relevant 'exercise' teams have moved to their designated combat positions and are on standby."

"Map update complete, information has been distributed."

"Each unit shall conduct tests on the IFF (Identification Friend or Foe) system and check the data link connectivity..."

As the instructions entered her ears one by one, Lin Shu felt an unprecedented sense of unease.

Sitting beside him were two Taoist priests, and before him was a snake that had already appeared, ready to devour anyone it might choose.

One's opponent is one or more sorcerers who are setting up evil spells.

The most reliable force he could rely on was a highly modernized... army.

He then remembered a game he had played before called "Fear & Extremis".

In the game's setting, a special forces team was also dispatched to carry out a mission related to "paranormal events" and "superpowers".

Their ultimate fate was... almost total annihilation.

Will this kind of ending happen to the team I'm on?

...It's highly unlikely.

In the distance, the fog on Luodai Mountain was still thick.

This highly organized team has gradually solidified into an extremely sharp blade.

The only thing they wanted to do was...

He chopped down hard.

Cut through that thick fog completely!