At the foot of Dragon Refining Mountain, in a rocky area.
Chen Qing held a longsword in his right hand, his expression grim and killing intent rolling off him.
Before him stood five Soul-Severing Sect disciples, drenched in sweat and trembling uncontrollably.
"His lordship sent orders for you to capture nearby warriors in the true martial realm and meridian opening realm, yet you haven't caught a single one."
Chen Qing's face was icy, his killing intent surging.
"Brother Qing, it's not that we haven't tried. There really isn't anyone nearby."
"That's right, Brother Qing. Give us a little more time. We'll definitely catch someone."
"Brother Qing, please give us another chance!"
The five pleaded, their faces filled with terror.
They formed a squad and were likewise responsible for capturing people outside. However, the warriors of the Great Scarlet Reach had long since grown terrified at the mere mention of Dragon Refining Mountain. None would travel through it.
How could they capture anyone under these circumstances?
In fact, after so many years, almost all the warriors near Dragon Refining Mountain had already been captured.
In the past, whenever they needed to capture warriors, they brought them from other cities.
That way, they could avoid drawing too much attention while replenishing their numbers. After all, with too few people, progress in wearing down Dragon Refining Mountain's restrictions would suffer.
But now...
The mysterious elder was pressing them urgently. They had no choice but to search the surrounding area with all their might. Yet as time passed, no more warriors came through.
Capturing a true martial warrior was harder still.
And if they failed to complete the mysterious elder's task, only one fate awaited them.
They would be sent into the passages to wear down the restrictions!
As Soul-Severing Sect disciples responsible for