This person was none other than the Shadow Demon Xiao Tianyang had borrowed from the Douluo Federation.
His appearance and the series of follow-up arrangements had all been Liu Ruyi's doing.
In truth, anyone paying close attention would realize that Liu Ruyi's plan was not all that complicated.
It could be divided into four parts.
First, Xiao Tianyang would lead Liu Ruyi and the others into the Elemental Kingdom, clearing out the area before the passage.
Only by doing so could those entering afterward avoid having unforeseen factors affect the overall progress.
Besides, if they did not make a huge commotion, their objective would be far too obvious.
Second, Xiao Tianyang, Liu Ruyi, and the others would split up with the starting point as their center, each advancing in a different direction.
Afterward, Xiao Tianyang had to cause the greatest disturbance and draw the strongest combatants to his side.
The same applied to Liu Ruyi's side, except her actions had to be a notch less conspicuous than Xiao Tianyang's.
Even if she could surpass him, she had to suppress the urge to act.
Otherwise, they would face unprecedented pressure afterward.
Third, the members of the second- and third-tier combat forces would enter the Elemental Kingdom in batches.
At the same time, they had to imitate Xiao Tianyang, Liu Ruyi, and the others within a short period.
Not only did they have to advance in different directions, but they also had to display their own aura and resolve.
At the very least, they absolutely could not let the enemy see that they were putting on an act.
Therefore, from the very beginning, the plan had been defined as a genuine annihilation battle.
Fourth, the Shadow Demon would emerge, bringing along the magical treasures bestowed by Xiao Tianyang and secretly infiltrating the