The Great Battle Approaches

Moonlit Night said, "We just killed a Chess-Playing Specter and rescued a few people from inside."

As he spoke, several Thorns emerged from the darkness, with several unconscious people tied to Thorns, and were thrown into the crowd.

One of the team members spotted the familiar figure on the ground and excitedly ran over, shouting, "Captain!"

"Older Sister!"

People swarmed around them, checking on their teammates' physical condition. When they discovered that they were only missing an eye and were still alive, they hugged their friends and choked up with sobs.

Nothing is more delightful than finding something you've lost.

Tang Pin said, "You mean, some people might not be dead yet. Do we need to recount our current number of survivors?"

"You could say that, or we could wait here until they're all killed by the out-of-control monsters before heading out," Moonlit Night chuckled. "It's still early before we leave, so waiting won't hurt."

That's what they said, but Qin Rang and the others had already sensed something was wrong.

Moonlit Night's words caused a disagreement among the group.

"We've already lost too many people. We're finally safe now, but there are still so many strange things inside. Even if we go to rescue more people, how many can we save even if we fight with all our might? Why bother going to our deaths?" The person who spoke was being supported by his teammates while holding his injured arm; his energy was almost completely depleted.

After the man finished speaking, the surroundings fell silent.

Wen Keke gave a wink to the people around her. Since the Instance wasn't over yet, the chaotic scene was definitely advantageous to them. She also planned to take this opportunity to get more Weird Object, as they were exactly what they needed most.

Upon receiving the signal, the subordinate immediately said, "No, my teammates are all inside. I have to go save them. What if there's still hope? If they're still alive and I don't go to rescue them, I'll regret it for the rest of my life."

"But isn't this just sending them to their deaths? I don't believe they're all still alive."

"How will you know if you don't try? Are you really going to abandon your teammates like this?"

[Oh my god, why wasn't this discovered sooner? At this point, whether we try to save them or not, it must be torture for them.]

[I didn't expect Wen Keke to go and save people; she's a really good person.]

[I think it's better not to rescue them. So many people have died in just one night, and everyone's strength, energy, and the Weird Object have all been depleted. Going back would just be suicide.]

[But they also killed quite a few monsters, and now there are far fewer monsters in the building. Going there now shouldn't be as dangerous, right?]

[You're overthinking it. Many powerful, solitary anomalies haven't been solved. Look at that Livestream Specter and that Dog-Walking Specter, they're both doing just fine.]

[The people in that organization seem to support going to rescue them.]

[What's the point of saving them? Just leave already, don't go and get yourself killed.]

[A classic dilemma, so many choices! This Instance has so many options, it's giving me decision paralysis!]

While people were discussing, Qin Rang and Tao Yuan focused their attention on the organization members standing in front of the door.

Originally, only the Writer was blocking the door, but now Moonlit Night and Flower Language are also standing there.

As his gaze fell upon them, he also saw Bai Yang walking over excitedly.

The people were spaced quite far apart, yet they achieved a strange balance.

Qin Rang's doubts grew stronger.

These people, though ruthless in their daily fights, are absolutely united in certain situations.

Without asking, Qin Rang and the others were certain that Moonlit Night and the others must have known all along that there was another group of people who could be saved, but he deliberately delayed telling them until now.

He wasn't criticizing him for speaking so late; after all, the information was in his hands, and whether he spoke or not was his decision.

He just didn't understand why he would say it at this time; was there anything special about this time?

Doesn't he want to complete the game?

They could choose not to tell anyone and let these people die, causing their Instance to fail. Or they could tell them sooner so they could rescue them sooner, preventing this wasted effort.

Etc--

Qin Rang frowned. Unless... they weren't planning to take the first route at all?

It must be said that Qin Rang's idea was completely correct; he just realized it a little too late.

During a lull in the discussion, Bai Yang leaned over with a smile and asked, "Moonlit Night, how many did you and your brother kill?"

"It should be more than all of yours," Moonlit Night said.

Flower Language said coldly, "Nonsense. I've already filled all the bags my Feeder gave me; I have the most."

Moonlit Night smiled gently, "Sometimes, quality is more useful than quantity."

Flower Language glared at him coldly, while the Vines behind her seemed ready to stir.

Having gained little, Bai Yang stood between the two, stirring up trouble. "Master's order is to kill all the monsters. There are still about half of them in the neighborhood alive. How many Points are we going to earn now?!"

Lin Nieran never intended to leave using the first method.

The first option is to leave, but what happens afterward? The Instance remains.

As long as this Instance exists, Lin Yi will remain here, and the next game will begin soon. At this rate, he will eventually be able to "resurrect."

He failed to resolve this place last time because of Lin Yi, and this time he's determined to completely destroy this Instance, also because of Lin Yi.

After heated discussion, the vast majority of people decided to re-enter the community, leaving a small group of people who were unwilling to take the risk to continue guarding the gate.

There are many strange things in the neighborhood that might be "collecting" teammates. The people who are still alive are all quite skilled. They want to save people, but they also have Weird Object value.

To put it bluntly, although many people died in this Instance, many Weird Object also appeared after the deaths, which could be used by humans.

Normally, the Weird Object outside sell for exorbitant prices, and some are not suitable for most people, so they have to make do with what they have. This Instance has many more strange things and Weird Object, and many people have collected quite a few, which has greatly increased their own abilities.

"I suggest you don't leave anyone here. We need to deal with one of them later." Bai Yang patiently waited for them to make a decision. Seeing that there were still forty or fifty people left, he went to negotiate with them.

The Bai Ao, who was preparing to stay behind, asked impatiently, "What are your plans now? Stop beating around the bush and just say it all."

Bai Yang scoffed, "Stay if you want." He wasn't really happy about it.

The Bai Ao young master snapped, "You—"

Before he could finish speaking, Tang Pin slapped him away with a stick. "Excuse me, but he has a habit of spitting filth. Are you planning to deal with Lin Yi and be done with it?"

Bai Yang's eyes lit up, and he gave a thumbs up. "You're so smart."

"Do you need our help?" Sheng Qingqiao had noticed them early on, came over and asked.

"No need," Bai Yang said. "If those two monsters start fighting, we'll all get caught in the crossfire if we stay here. We'll all stay away, and you should tell them not to get too close."

"Also, this is a rare opportunity. Kill more monsters; it's a good chance to collect Weird Object and strengthen yourself."