"If you hesitate for even a moment, you'll die here!"
As soon as the woman's voice fell, a vast amount of white mist surged through the entire dark hall. Shadowy figures flickered within it, as though evil spirits from hell were hiding inside.
Lin Bai instantly became vigilant. Using the power of the Demon Eyes, he swept his gaze through the white mist and saw one faint martial artist after another.
These martial artists included men and women, old and young alike. Their bodies seemed to have been forged from white mist, appearing extremely fragile, as though the slightest touch could tear them into pieces.
But Lin Bai did not dare let down his guard. He looked coldly at these lingering souls. From within their bodies, Lin Bai sensed an enormous aura of energy.
"Senior, I mean no harm..." Lin Bai assumed a defensive stance while earnestly explaining himself.
But the woman gave Lin Bai no chance to explain. She merely said coldly, "I'll give you the time it takes to count to three."
"After three counts, if you're still here, you'll remain forever and become one of these lingering souls, guarding the Holy Lord's spirit!"
"One!"
After saying that, she began counting.
Shi Dian hurriedly explained, "This junior truly admires the Holy Lord's reputation, which is why I came here especially to pay my respects!"
That was the time Saint Elder Yao Daogu and Luo Yuanjing had calculated for Shi Dian.
He had spent so much effort to reach this place. If he retreated now, wouldn't all his efforts be wasted?
Zhao Fengxia stroked her long beard, narrowed her eyes, and asked, "How long do you think it will take before we know the result?"
"He's actually a direct disciple of the Lin Bai Immortal Sect, and he knows