The Survey Corps' deathmatchers shouted their battle cry loud enough to shake the heavens, but none of them actually made a move.
Clearly, once they realized the "Node" was on Lu Bai, they couldn't help having their own little schemes.
After all, they were nothing more than strangers who had crossed paths. They had only gathered because of Duan Jianhui.
And Duan Jianhui's influence was based on his powerful and mysterious set of abilities.
Put simply, they thought he was strong and wanted to ride his coattails.
Under those circumstances, expecting them to feel any sense of belonging to the Survey Corps was a joke.
So, when they realized someone had successfully snatched the "Node" from Duan Jianhui, they naturally shifted to looking out for themselves first.
They hadn't immediately disbanded mainly because nobody had taken the lead. Besides, they were also hoping to see if they could snatch the "Node" amid the chaos.
Lu Bai quickly counted. There were six deathmatchers in the corridor, and judging by their faces, they were all young.
Every one of them stared at him with tense expressions, while also keeping an eye on the movements of the teammates beside them.
"What are you waiting for?" Lu Bai urged casually.
"Keep acting so cocky and you won't live long."
The long-haired young man retorted, yet still made no move. His strategic patience was off the charts.
"Since none of you are making a move..."
Lu Bai slowly raised the Eight-Sided Han Sword, the corner of his mouth curling into a smile. "Then I'll just have to go to the trouble myself."
To everyone listening, his words sounded like an explicit warning.
The long-haired man immediately activated his ability, his entire body taking on a metallic sheen.
[Iron Block (Gold): Strength surges through your sturdy