The eight Peak God Core Realm deities had originally joined forces to hunt down Zhu Li of the Wildsea Royal Clan and claim the generous bounty.
But when they actually faced her, they discovered that Zhu Li's speed far exceeded their expectations. She was as swift as a ghost, utterly beyond their ability to handle.
Who knew how Zhu Li had cultivated her speed to such a terrifying degree?
Even if an early God Tribulation Realm expert came in person, catching up to her would not be easy.
Their swinging blades could not even touch her shadow, while her sword-sharp wings always struck them with ease, sending sprays of blood flying.
The eight could only unleash their defenses with all their strength and grit their teeth as they waited for reinforcements.
Yet after waiting for a long while, the only sounds around the battlefield were the clashes of their own battle. No reinforcements arrived.
Perhaps everyone else was too occupied with their own fights to spare a hand. But more likely, everyone knew how terrifying Zhu Li was, and no one wanted to come over and throw away their life.
"I can't hold on much longer!"
A burly alliance member transmitted his voice to his companions, his tone filled with strain.
He was the defensive deity of the team, and speed was not his strength. To create opportunities for the others to attack, he had remained at the forefront, forcibly enduring Zhu Li's attacks. His body was already covered in wounds.
Maintaining his injuries consumed more divine power than anyone else, and the divine power within him had nearly run dry. Even the glow of his shield had dimmed considerably.
"Fall back and restore your divine power first! We'll hold her off. Once you recover, come support us! Even if