A Joint Campaign, Crushing All Before It

At this very moment.

Earth world.

"The reason we have gathered here today is to discuss the matter of eradicating the monsters of the Firefly Flower Sea."

Lu Zheng sat in the Allied Forces Command Hall, his brows furrowed.

"As you all know, that mysterious demon has been expanding wildly lately, and the number of 'spreaders' under its control has exceeded one million. The number of cultivators who have died as a result is even more incalculable."

He had not expected that the demons, which had been relatively restrained, would become so frenzied in the past few days. Not only was their spread astonishing, but the number of deaths and injuries they caused was also increasing day by day, reaching a point that could no longer be ignored.

Therefore, he invited the Spokesperson of various major forces to discuss countermeasures.

He was actually sighing inwardly.

It seems they're wary of the person behind the scenes; otherwise, they could have just conscripted him directly—why go through all this trouble?

Do they need to discuss this with each other too?

"I believe that all of you here share the same loathing for this monster."

"Among the countless players it slaughtered were our closest friends and our blood relatives."

"As long as this evil spirit remains, the players will never have peace!"

"The public will also feel fear and anxiety, and the already dangerous situation will become even more dangerous."

"Therefore, I propose the formation of a 'Demon-Extermination Allied Army' here, and I hope everyone can contribute their share."

"If you all agree, you may sign your names on this alliance pact and form a temporary allied guild."

"All system rewards obtained from defeating monsters thereafter will be distributed fairly according to each person's battle merits."

After saying this, he presented a contract that shimmered with spiritual light to everyone.

"[Covenant of Joint Battle]: One-time use Spiritual Item."

"This allows multiple guilds or teams to form alliances for a limited time, and all rewards earned during the joint battle will be distributed fairly based on players' performance."

"At the same time, there will be no friendly fire, and allies cannot be attacked."

(Only the guild leader's signature is valid; a five-breath waiting period is required to cancel the contract.)

The official guild seals of various countries are clearly visible on the contract.

They have never shown the slightest tolerance for demonic creatures that have so brutally harmed cultivators on such a large scale.

"'Century Imperial City' is willing to join the Allied Forces," one of the people in the room spoke first.

Imperial Dynasty Defies Heaven has been depressed lately. First, his sister died, and then he lost his brother, who was like a brother to him. The successive blows almost crushed him.

If we were to name the person among those present who harbored the deepest hatred for the demon, it would undoubtedly be him.

"Dragon Diagram Guild is also willing to participate fully!"

"Red Rose Guild joins! We demand justice for our fallen sisters!"

"Including us..."

In a short period of time, hundreds of guilds signed a joint alliance.

Everyone believed that as long as they gathered all their strength, even the most formidable enemy would be no match for them.

Suddenly, someone in the crowd sighed softly, "If only the Great God Chongxing were here right now, that demon wouldn't be allowed to Chongxing. He would have eliminated it long ago."

These words express the sentiments of many people.

If Chongxing this place, we could probably end the battle in an instant and save countless lives.

"Shouldn't someone in the Legion Guild know where the legendary player is?"

No one believes he is trapped or has met with misfortune.

"Yes, if we could know the approximate date of his return, everyone would feel more at ease."

"Although we usually accuse each other of cheating, when facing these unreasonable and overpowered monsters, we really need to use cheats."

The president of the "Contending for the World" guild, "Under One Person," asked Lu Zheng.

If anyone could possibly know Chongxing's whereabouts now, it would only be the higher-ups of the Legion Guild.

As soon as he finished speaking, all eyes turned intently to Lu Zheng, awaiting his response.

Lu Zheng did not disappoint, stating firmly, "Everyone, there's no need to panic. Chongxing is safe and sound."

"Barring unforeseen circumstances, he will likely return within three days."

After all, the effect of the Cross-Realm Talisman lasts for seven days, and counting from the day he disappeared, there are only three days left.

If they haven't returned after three days, it means something unexpected has happened, and it will also prove that the strength of the players from the other world far exceeds expectations.

Even a powerhouse like Chongxing combat abilities, could perish far from home, which speaks volumes about how terrifying the opponent is.

"Three more days? Should we wait until the expert returns before taking action? That would be safer." Big Gold Tooth hesitated.

Upon hearing this, Imperial Dynasty Defies Heaven frowned. "President Gold Tooth, when did you become so timid? As the president of the association, how can you be so hesitant and timid?"

"What use are you if you always rely on others for protection? Thousands of people go missing and die every day, do you really turn a blind eye?"

"If we delay for another three days, how many more lives will be lost? If you're afraid, no one will stop you from leaving now!"

He dislikes these types of players who are used to hiding and always want to back down when it comes to crucial moments.

"Who said I'm afraid? I'm just trying to play it safe! Our Showoff Guild has always stood with everyone, don't slander us!" Big Gold Tooth said angrily.

"Enough," Lu Zheng interrupted. "I understand that if Chongxing, we can reduce many casualties in the battle."

"But we can't wait any longer—regardless of when he'll return, players are dying every single moment; that's the cruelest reality."

"The key is that the other side isn't a stupid, single-player NPC; it's an intelligent, active monster."

"Although the demon is temporarily trapped in the Firefly Flower Sea, the Plague Germ Carrier are moving swiftly."

"If this drags on for a few more days, I'm afraid even the nearby cities will be devoured by them."

Lu Zheng's words were not an exaggeration.

Wherever the Plague Germ Carrier, vegetation grows wildly. By attacking, the pathogens spread seeds everywhere, and once a plant is parasitized, it becomes a new spreader.

Players with weaker combat capabilities have recently suspended their activities in the wild, hoping that the official forces will eliminate the threat as soon as possible.

The world channel is already filled with complaints.

If left unchecked for a few more days, even if the chaotic players are calmed down, there will likely be no clean area around.

The player base will likely collapse and flee to other places.

"Is there anyone who can control these Plague Germ Carrier? We're fighting abroad now, and it's hard to even tell friend from foe. We never know when we might be attacked by the grass or trees."

"Our guild once organized a large group to level up in the wilderness, but it was to no avail—the wilderness was overgrown with vegetation, making it impossible to determine where the spreader was hiding."

"Our fringe players often disappear without a trace; they must have met a terrible end!"

"Is there a high-level player leading the cleanup? Even Gold Farming Team have stopped accepting orders right now. Without a strong escort, who would dare to step out of the city gates?"

"Is the city safe? Yesterday I saw a guard being dragged into the bushes and never seen again!"

"So, even the city isn't safe anymore? We can't just stay trapped in our homes forever. Is there any guild that will step in and resolve this?"

"Chongxing, where are you? Life without you is truly unsettling."

"Please take me with you, master! I can warm your bed!"

"What you're saying upstairs, is that all the use you have left?"

"Breaking news! Legion Guild and other major guilds have joined forces and are about to march into the Firefly Flower Sea!"

"Count me in! This revenge is a must. My whole family was killed by them, I'll fight them even if it costs me my life!"

"Take me with you!"

"I'm going too!"

As players' desire for revenge grew, the raiding parties rapidly expanded, eventually gathering almost all the well-known guilds.

To ensure combat effectiveness, the expeditionary force has set a threshold: only players who have reached level 85 can join.

We must prevent low-level players from being exploited and taken advantage of out of anger.

Even so, an allied army of nearly 100 million still managed to assemble and surge towards the Firefly Flower Sea like a flood bursting its banks.

Before the scattered infected along the way could even appear, they were instantly swallowed up by the horde of players. Amidst the flashing swords and shadows, there was not a single one who could withstand their attack.

Wherever it went, it destroyed everything in its path.

"It's like a dream... This kind of overwhelming power, probably only legendary top masters can experience it, right? A nobody like me can actually taste it today!"

"Charge! The brothers behind us won't even see the strange shadows! Anyway, the agreement protects us from friendly fire, so just go all out!"

"That's amazing! One person could easily drown it! Believe it or not, my skills just haven't stopped!"

In terms of both size and strength, this massive expeditionary force is more than capable of sweeping away all the monsters currently existing on Blue Star.

Even the allied command was convinced that they would be able to completely eradicate the source of the disaster this time.

The army marched into the Firefly Flower Sea.

The once vibrant scene of Blossoms and melodious warbling birds is long gone. As far as the eye can see, there are only gnarled and writhing dark green Vine, turning the entire field into a deep and eerie wilderness.

"All on alert! Its true form may be lurking underground. Beware of its Vine attacking from the shadows, lest you be dragged underground!"

Having witnessed its attack methods before, Imperial Dynasty Defies Heaven loudly warned in the team channel.

The group moved closer together, cautiously advancing until they reached the center of the flower field.

A towering flower bud, as majestic as a mountain and shaped like a heart beating rhythmically, stood there prominently.

Upon seeing this, someone nervously swallowed and lowered their voice, saying:

"This is the real thing? It appeared on its own? Could it be... that it's already matured?"

The monster's enormous body, along with countless Vine, occupied most of the Firefly Flower Sea, its endless tentacles making it impossible to find its origin.

However, none of this seemed to matter in the face of this vast Legion.

The players' morale was soaring, and their earlier hesitation had been replaced by an unwavering determination to win.

"Brothers, don't hesitate, run them over! Flatten this damn thing!"

Someone shouted, and immediately a crowd gathered in response.

The army advanced menacingly, closing in step by step towards the giant flower.

On the system interface, almost all the information about it is question marks, as if its appearance itself is illogical, and therefore cannot be fully detected.

Only the level bar clearly displayed a chilling number. "Level 100."

This is a fully leveled, ferocious beast.

The intruder's proactive attack thoroughly enraged it.

In an instant, all the Vine on the ground began to writhe wildly, and countless infected creatures surged out from the ground, roaring as they pounced on the player army.

"Be careful to avoid them and don't get scratched!"

Seeing their former comrades-in-arms now reduced to mindless zombies rushing towards them, the players' hatred for the culprit intensified.

Despite the alarming number of infected individuals and their infectious nature, they were steadily defeated and wiped out at a visible pace by the overwhelming force of elite troops.

Although the players suffered losses, the accompanying healers provided timely assistance, allowing them to hold on.

The fierce battle lasted for about half an hour, and the infected army in the Firefly Flower Sea was finally wiped out.

The moment of the final showdown has finally arrived.

And at the moment of death, the name of each infected person who falls is completely erased and disappears from the list of relatives and friends.

Imperial Dynasty Defies Heaven stared at the two empty names in his friend list, a deep sadness welling up inside him.

His sister, who had been with him since childhood, and his brothers, who fought alongside him in the God's Domain, were all transformed into a past that could never be touched again in this battle.

Many people share the same feelings, and at this moment, many people's expressions are particularly heavy.

"Today we must annihilate it here, and never allow it to wreak havoc on more lives!"

"That's right! For our fallen comrades--!"

The enormous flower bud slowly bloomed under the watchful eyes of everyone.

A strange, pungent odor then spread and enveloped the entire area.

"Attention all! Hold your breath! Administer the antidote! Healers, prepare for emergency!"

The frontline commanders judged that the smell was likely some kind of attack tactic, and might contain toxins, so it was best to avoid inhaling it.

However, everyone quickly realized that apart from the indescribably complex smell, the aura did not seem to bring anything else unusual.

Is it just an ordinary flavor?

"Maintain alert! All advance! Healers stay in the rear to prepare for rescue; guards, move to the front!"

In this level of confrontation, unless you're a damage dealer with your own dedicated healing ability, almost no one dares to rush forward recklessly.

If someone falls and fails to receive timely rescue, it means their true demise.

Those who dare to engage in close combat against such a leader-level enemy are either extremely confident in their own strength.

Alternatively, they might be players who carry Resurrection Potion and have dedicated healers—such as guild leaders and high-ranking members of major guilds, or combat teams from certain special Legion.

They are often accompanied by a Priest, who is always ready to restore the spirits of their companions.

Faced with the overwhelming onslaught of players, the leader displayed an astonishing survival instinct.

It manipulates all the Vine to launch a counterattack, while continuously spreading pollen to weaken the intruder's fighting ability.

Players who accidentally inhale pollen will experience a significant drop in all their attributes.

This weakening effect cannot Dispel by skills or medicine; it can only fade slowly over time.

Therefore, affected players had to temporarily withdraw from the battlefield to avoid adding burden to the healing teams.

The fierce battle lasted a full day, ultimately ending in victory for the human players, though they also paid a heavy price.

However, all players who participated in the battle received a generous experience reward the moment the boss fell.

In addition to the gains from previously eliminating plague spreaders, this battle is still somewhat beneficial for the players.

Not to mention that some people also received rewards such as equipment drops from the battle.

Those players who were unable to participate even felt a little regretful.

"If I had known this would happen, I should have asked to join back then."

"The brothers in the guild who participated in the battle are almost leveled up."

"It's not like you can get selected just by applying."

"Have you reached level 85 yet? There's a threshold for that; otherwise, going up there is just a waste of time and death."

"What does this victory prove? It proves that as long as we work together, there is no enemy we cannot defeat! Forward!"

Dragon Soul Guild is actively recruiting new members! Generous benefits and continuous rewards await!

"Your Dragon Soul guild leader is gone, what are you recruiting for? Save your breath, face reality."

"I heard that Dragon Soul Guild has elected a new guild leader and received a new injection of funds from a consortium, aiming to return to the ranks of top-tier guilds!"

"That's something to look forward to."