I loaded the innate divine power.

I took a trip around.

Shen Yi and his group were already familiar with the situation at the backup base.

They also visited all the locations where they planned to set up an ambush.

Everything is clear to me.

Apart from the disciples and staff at the stronghold.

There are also elite forces hidden in the backup outposts of Berlin County here.

A team of more than ten people.

Each one of them is a disciple with the Yi Jin Jing cultivation level.

It belongs to the core strength.

And the treatment was excellent, much better than that of a normal disciple in the main sect.

In addition to receiving a dedicated monthly salary, you also receive 200 contribution points each month.

This kind of treatment is reserved for the elite forces of the stronghold.

The Demonic Cult does not tolerate idlers. Although the disciples of the main sect are not in great danger, their treatment is not as good.

There are no free contribution points each month; if you want them, you have to earn them yourself.

The head instructor is safer, and the benefits are better in the local areas, but the chances of encountering danger are also greater.

Both have their advantages and disadvantages.

The supplies here are also well stocked.

The only problem is that it never sees the light of day.

Of course, there are also times for fresh air, which can be ventilated through the hidden exit below.

After wandering around for a while, the group arrived at a dungeon.

Inside the dungeon, two enormous creatures came into view.

Iron Man!

"The armored demons in the Marrow Cleansing Realm look completely different now."

Shen Yi stood at the doorway, looking at the armored demon inside the dungeon. Its black iron skin had a metallic sheen.

The armored demon's defense and strength are both extremely astonishing.

Especially for armored demons at the Marrow Cleansing Realm level, they are as impervious to swords and blades.

Thick-skinned and strong, it's all about the sheer force that sends bricks flying!

A true muscle king!

In the deep dungeon, the two armored demons seemed to be asleep. The group stood at the dungeon entrance, but the two armored demons did not react at all.

Zhou Qian looked at the three of them and said, "These two armored demons are currently under our control, and they will be a great help in the future."

As he spoke, he took out a black bell.

"Ding-a-ling~"

Shaking the black bell in his hand, a crisp sound rang out.

Under their watchful gaze, the two sleeping armored demons heard the bell and abruptly opened their eyes.

His large, bell-like eyes gleamed with a bloodthirsty gaze.

A fierce aura erupted, and the two armored demons suddenly stood up.

"roar--!"

A roar, as if it were about to burst out of the dungeon and tear everything apart.

"Ding-a-ling~"

Zhou Qian shook the bell in his hand, and the two violent and ferocious armored demons immediately quieted down.

"This thing is like controlling zombies."

Seeing this, Shen Yi clicked his tongue in amazement.

Although he already knew, he was still quite surprised to see it with his own eyes.

The rhythm looks the same as controlling a zombie, but the Iron Man is not something that ordinary zombies can compare to.

Whether it's combat power, reaction speed, or explosive power, it's a complete annihilation.

After all, the combat power of someone in the Marrow Cleansing Realm is not just talk.

"With these two armored demons, we have a much better chance of winning this time."

Ji Boda spoke with a smile.

"Can these two armored demons hold off that Golden Origin Sect elder?"

Xu Qing looked at Zhou Qian and asked a question.

Zhou Qian sighed: "It's difficult, but with the advantages of the Ironclad Demon, a short-term restraint shouldn't be a problem."

Hearing this, Shen Yi wasn't surprised.

After all, the other party was a martial artist in the late stage of the Marrow Cleansing Realm.

There are two levels of difference.

However, given the Iron Man's fearless and relentless nature, holding him off for a short time is not a problem.

"We'll have to see how things go then."

Zhou Qian said something.

Then, he shook the magic bell in his hand hard, and the two armored demons fell asleep again.

Then, the group left the dungeon.

……

The main hall of the temple.

As soon as the group stepped out of the main hall, a disciple in black approached Zhou Qian.

"Boss, news just came that the two major sects in the city have made a move and have both gone to the government office today."

The young man in black handed a small note to Zhou Qian, his expression grave.

Upon hearing this, the expressions of the group became serious.

"This means we need to act ahead of schedule!"

Shen Yi squinted and looked in the direction of Berlin County.

Plans can't keep up with changes.

Unexpected changes are normal.

The opponent is not a pawn; they cannot follow the established procedures and may even make a move prematurely.

Zhou Qian glanced at the contents of the note, then his gaze fell on Shen Yi and the other two.

"Chief Shen, gentlemen, the plan has changed. It seems we need to prepare for the worst."

"The two major sects will probably set off early tomorrow morning, or even tonight if things go smoothly."

"Then we won't go back. We'll stay here and be prepared to respond at any time," Xu Qing said.

Shen Yi and Ji Boda had no objections.

Seeing this, Zhou Qian nodded, then looked at Xu Bo beside him: "Old Xu, you stay here with the three elites. Old Jiang, Lao Tie, and I will go back and check the situation first, and then we'll meet up."

"Okay." Xu Bo nodded.

Having made the arrangements, Zhou Qian immediately left with the two deputy deacons.

Watching the three figures disappear into the distance, Shen Yi turned his gaze to the horizon.

This battle is also the time for him to test his results.

At the same time, it was also a test of Bai Suzhen's strength for him.

Victory is not an option!

If you can't beat them, just use Thunderfire Beads to blast them.

As long as the task is completed, everything can be utilized.

Bai Suzhen's strength test focuses on the result; the process is secondary.

"Chief Shen, esteemed esteemed guests, let's go inside and await further news."

Xu Bo looked at the three of them and said.

The three nodded, then turned and re-entered the main hall.

Now all they have to do is wait for news about Zhou Qian's specific situation.

After entering the temple's underground hall and having a brief discussion, Xu Bo arranged three rooms for them to rest.

Upon entering the room, Shen Yi devoted himself to cultivating the Profound Yin Condensation Meridian Technique.

Even with a major battle imminent, his cultivation was not delayed in the slightest.

Even a little improvement is good.

A day may not seem like much to others, but it significantly boosted his growth and progress.

We are fully prepared for this battle!

It's just a matter of waiting for the time to actually take action.

……

Time passed by second by second, and before long, it was already dark.

In the quiet room of the temple's underground hall, Shen Yi remained motionless, like an old monk in deep meditation. A faint silver light surrounded him, and wisps of Yin Qi continuously absorbed and strengthened his internal energy.

The Xuan Yin energy circulated within his body, and the chill emanating from him made the room feel as cold as an ice cellar.

"Knock knock!!"

Just then, a knock sounded on the door, and a voice came from outside: "Chief Shen, Deacon Zhou and the others have returned. Please come to the hall to discuss this matter."

Shen Yi opened his eyes, the silver light around him dissipating. Hearing the voice coming from outside the door, Shen Yi replied, "I know, I'll be right there."

After responding, Shen Yi got up and left the room.

When Shen Yi arrived at the central underground hall, Ji Boda and Xu Qing were also present at the same time.

Zhou Qian and the other two who had left had returned, and Xu Bo was among them. They were discussing something at the table in the hall.

The three of them then stepped forward. Zhou Qian's gaze fell upon them, and he stood up, gesturing with his hand, "Please sit down, gentlemen."

The three of them then sat down, their eyes all falling on Zhou Qian.

"Deacon Zhou, what's the situation? Should we take action tonight or tomorrow?"

Ji Boda looked at Zhou Qian and asked him a question.

Zhou Qian looked at the three of them and then said, "It should be tomorrow, but I've also placed some spies along the way. If they act ahead of schedule, we can receive the news directly."

"However... there is a new situation now."

"Um?"

Upon hearing this, all three of them turned their gazes to him.

"What's the new situation?" Xu Qing asked.

Zhou Qian's expression was solemn. "According to our informants, Zhengyang Sect has gained a new expert at the Marrow Cleansing Realm. Moreover, it seems that the elder of Jinyuan Sect holds this person in high regard. His strength may be comparable to that of the Jinyuan Sect elder."

"What!?"

Upon hearing this news, the expressions of the three people changed.

Another expert at the late stage of the Marrow Cleansing Realm has arrived?!