Even if it was a stalemate, he had to climb another step.
The moment he lifted his leg, immense pressure came crashing down, forcing Tang Hao to gasp for breath.
Everyone below the steps unconsciously held their breath, waiting to see whether Tang Hao could take this crucial step.
Just then, a massive wave suddenly swept down from the top of the staircase.
The oncoming wave surged directly toward the three of them.
With one foot still suspended in midair, Tang Hao was instantly swept away by the wave and sent tumbling down.
This unexpected turn of events caught Tang Hao completely off guard.
Chen Xin and Li Yusong, meanwhile, endured the impact head-on, though both were gasping heavily.
Tang Hao, who had been rolled down, wore a look of utter despair.
"I'm not willing to accept this. Why didn't it come earlier or later? Why did it have to come now?" Tang Hao said helplessly.
"Enough. You've already done your best. I'll make the arrangements," Di yihong said.
What Di yihong had said to Tang Hao at the beginning had actually been more to provoke Li Yusong and make him work even harder.
As for Di yihong saying that he would arrange things, it was mainly because the Gods also hoped to see Ah Yin revived.
That was why Di yihong changed his mind and decided to begin preparations tonight.
"Thank you, Master," Tang Hao said gratefully.
He had not expected Di yihong to agree, which came as quite a surprise to him.
As a result, beyond his gratitude, he became even more certain in his heart that Di yihong was his master.
"Master, from now on, whether I must climb mountains of blades or cross seas of fire, I will never hesitate," Tang Hao continued.
"I know," Di