Secret Surveillance. Crisis Returns

Hu Shu took a deep breath, his gaze firm as he looked at everyone. "Fellow tribesmen, our Human Race has now shown its potential for development, which may attract fierce suppression from forces like the Heavenly Origin Sect. But we must not retreat! Next, I will formulate countermeasures with the senior, and everyone must also prepare for battle!" The Human Race members clenched their fists, their eyes filled with determination and fearlessness, and an atmosphere of shared hatred filled Shouyang Mountain.

Days passed, and under Hu Shu's leadership, the Human Race on Shouyang Mountain continued to systematically cultivate the "Lingxiao Body Tempering Technique" and forge Magic Treasures. Children laughed and played in the mountains, while adults were busy cultivating and working. Beneath the seemingly peaceful life, undercurrents were surging.

As Hu Shu had feared, the Heavenly Origin Sect had been sending people to secretly monitor the Human Race's movements. In a hidden mountain valley, faint traces of presence were concealed. Leading them was True Lord Huang Long, a Golden Immortal of the Heavenly Origin Sect. He frowned, and several junior fellow disciples and Demon Race experts beside him were discussing in low voices.

"Senior Brother, the strength of this Human Race has been increasing rapidly recently. If this continues, I fear it will ruin Master's grand plan," said a Heavenly Origin Sect disciple.

True Lord Huang Long snorted, "Hmph, a bunch of ants daring to attempt a rise. However, with that Hu Shu assisting them now, they are a bit troublesome."

"Then what should we do?" asked a Demon Race expert, clad in black robes, his eyes revealing ferocity.

A hint of malevolence flashed in True Lord Huang Long's eyes. "While their strength is not yet fully stable, we will join forces and eliminate them in one fell swoop."

Thus, the Heavenly Origin Sect dispatched several Golden Immortals, who, along with some Demon Race experts, prepared to launch a surprise attack on the Human Race. They secretly gathered in a dense forest a hundred miles away from Shouyang Mountain. The black-robed Demon Race expert waved his long sword, pointing towards Shouyang Mountain. "This operation must be swift, catching them completely off guard."

At this time, on Shouyang Mountain, the Human Race members were still immersed in their cultivation and daily lives. Hu Shu and the Mysterious Rogue Cultivator were in a mountain cave, discussing ways to further enhance the Human Race's strength.

"Senior, although the Human Race has made progress, we are still insufficient against powerful forces like the Heavenly Origin Sect. Do you have any good strategies?" Hu Shu asked sincerely.

The Mysterious Rogue Cultivator stroked his beard and pondered for a moment. "The current plan, besides intensifying cultivation, is to focus on defense. I can help you set up some defensive formations to strengthen Shouyang Mountain's defenses."

Hu Shu was overjoyed. "That would be excellent. With the senior's help, the Human Race will have a few more chances of winning."

However, they were unaware that danger was creeping closer step by step. The joint force of the Heavenly Origin Sect and the Demon Race moved towards Shouyang Mountain like phantoms. Along the way, the wind whistled past their ears, and the moonlight shone on their cold weapons, reflecting a chilling glint.

"Speed up, strive to reach Shouyang Mountain before dawn," True Lord Huang Long urged in a low voice. The team moved rapidly in the darkness, their footsteps masked by the wind, with only the occasional clanging of weapons.

On Shouyang Mountain, the children of the Human Race played simple games under the moonlight, their laughter echoing through the mountains. Some adults were cultivating, while others were organizing newly forged Magic Treasures. Hu Shu walked out of the mountain cave and looked at the peaceful Shouyang Mountain under the moonlight, but he felt a vague sense of unease.

"What feels wrong?" Hu Shu muttered to himself. He always felt like eyes were watching them from the shadows. But looking around, he found no abnormalities.

Meanwhile, the joint force of the Heavenly Origin Sect and the Demon Race had already arrived at the foot of Shouyang Mountain. True Lord Huang Long looked at the Human Race settlement on the mountain, a cold smile curling his lips. "Prepare to act. First, cut off their retreat, then launch the attack."

The Demon Race experts flashed and quickly dispersed, surrounding Shouyang Mountain. The Golden Immortals of the Heavenly Origin Sect began preparing powerful spells, and beams of light condensed in their hands.

On Shouyang Mountain, the Human Race remained completely unaware. Hu Shu returned to the mountain cave and continued to discuss the details of setting up the defensive formations with the Mysterious Rogue Cultivator.

"Senior, if this formation is completed, what level of attack can it withstand?" Hu Shu asked.

The Mysterious Rogue Cultivator frowned slightly. "If fully activated, it can withstand attacks of the Golden Immortal level for a short period, but it will be difficult to sustain for a long time."

Hu Shu's heart sank. He knew that the crisis facing the Human Race was far more serious than he had imagined. But at this moment, he could only hope that the defensive formations could buy some time and create a chance for survival for the Human Race.

At the foot of the mountain, True Lord Huang Long gave the order: "Attack!" Instantly, powerful spell lights shot up into the sky, bombarding the Human Race settlement on Shouyang Mountain. For a time, shouts and the roar of spells shattered the tranquility of the night.

Hu Shu and the others were completely unaware of the approaching danger. Facing the even stronger combined forces of the Heavenly Origin Sect and the Demon Race, could the Human Race overcome this crisis this time?